Obituaries

Delfino G. Mancha

Delfino G. Mancha

Jul 7, 2025

Delfino G. Mancha, 70, of Odessa, Texas passed away on Monday, July 7, 2025.

The viewing will be on Saturday, July 12, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and Sunday, July 13, from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Martinez Funeral Home West Chapel, 10137 W. University. Odessa Tx. 79763. Rosary will be recited on Sunday at 6:00 PM. Funeral...

Vicki Ann Llora

Vicki Ann Llora

Jul 5, 2025

Vicki Wade Llora, 67, entered into the presence of the Lord on July 5, 2025. A devoted follower of Christ, Vicki lived out her life by loving and serving others.

She was actively involved in her local church and took many opportunities to be involved in her local community.

Vicki was born on October 2, 1957 in Odessa, Texas. She was born...

Alberto J. Hernandez

Alberto J. Hernandez

Jul 4, 2025

Alberto J. Hernandez, a beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away on Friday, July 4, 2025, at the age of 83 in Odessa, Texas.

Alberto J. Hernandez was born April 25, 1942, in Mexico to Nicanor Hernandez and Romana Jimenez Hernandez. He married the love of his life Ortencia (Ramirez) Hernandez on June 5, 1961, embarking on a lifelong partnership that...

Madison Marie Rodriguez

Madison Marie Rodriguez

Jul 3, 2025

Madison Marie Rodriguez, of San Angelo, Texas, passed away July 3, 2025 leaving behind a legacy of love, compassion, and light. She was born on September 1, 2003, in San Angelo to her parents, Jesus Eusebio Rodriguez and Dianna Michelle Huber.

Madison was educated in San Angelo and later earned her cosmetology certification from Howard College, a milestone that reflected her...

Kelsie Linn Condarco

Kelsie Linn Condarco

Jun 29, 2025

Kelsie Linn Condarco, 28, of Odessa TX, passed away on June 29th, 2025, in her home in Odessa surrounded by loved ones after a long battle with cancer.

Mass will be held on Friday, July 25th, 2025, at St. Stephen’s Catholic Church at 2pm in Midland, TX. Reception in her honor to directly follow in the parish facility.

Kelsie was born in...

Roger Warren Manning

Roger Warren Manning

Jun 28, 2025

Dr. Roger Warren Manning passed away on June 28, 2025 in Odessa, Texas. Roger was born on July 29, 1944 in Dallas, Texas. He is predeceased by his parents, Dr. Edwin L. Manning and Dorothy Juanita Manning, LVN. Roger is survived by wife Nenita and her daughter Grace Anne Vergara, his beloved son, Theodore Alexander Manning and his wife, Diana...

Timothy Devorick Batie

Timothy Devorick Batie

Jun 26, 2025

Timothy Batie was a remarkable soul who graced this world with a unique light. From the very beginning, it was clear that his journey would be different - not defined by limits, but by love, resilience, and the purest joy

As a person with special needs, Timothy taught everyone around him more than we could have ever taught him. He gave...

George Jesse Galindo

George Jesse Galindo

Jun 24, 2025

George "Sonny" Jessie Galindo was born in Oklahoma to George Jessie Galindo Sr. & Anita Trejo on February 13, 1947. He attended Milam Elementary and Ector High School in Odessa, TX. After many years in construction, he dedicated his free time to boxing. Known for his kindness and caring nature, he consistently prioritized the well-being of others, leaving a positive...

Maria Zeferina Martínez de Hernández

Maria Zeferina Martínez de Hernández

Jun 19, 2025

María Zeferina Martínez de Hernández, born in Cañitas de Felipe Pescador, Zacatecas, Mexico, on January 8, 1928, passed away peacefully in Odessa, Texas, on June 19, 2025, after a brief illness. Surrounded by her family, she spent her final moments cherishing the memories they had made together.

María Zeferina was known for her strong and feisty personality, along with her infectious...

Marcell Smith

Marcell Smith

Jun 15, 2025

Born in Odessa, Texas, on November 11, 1961. He graduated from Ector High School, where he excelled as an all-district athlete in basketball, football, and track—an early reflection of his drive and determination.

Marcell pursued higher education at East Texas State University in Commerce, TX, and later earned his diploma in Respiratory Therapy from Odessa College. His career at Odessa Regional...

James Carlisle Stevens

James Carlisle Stevens

Jun 12, 2025

James Carlisle Stevens passed away peacefully in his home on Thursday night. He was 85 years old.

James was born on September 6, 1939, in Quito, Tennessee, to Arthur Bronson Stevens and Ruth Grace Milton. He graduated in 1957 in Memphis, Tennessee, and the following year moved to El Paso, Texas, where he proudly joined the U.S. Army. He served honorably...

Edward Eugene Christian

Edward Eugene Christian

Jun 5, 2025

Edward Eugene Christian 66, was born December 6, 1958 in Odessa, Texas to the parentage of Clarence Edward Christian and Rosie Lee Christian.

Ed confessed his faith in Christ at an early age and was baptized at St. Matthew Baptist Church by the late Rev. Rufus McClain. While growing up in St. Matthew, Ed was deeply involved in the youth department...

Fernando Franco

Fernando Franco

Jun 2, 2025

Fernando Franco, 15 of Odessa, passed away on June 2, 2025 in Odessa.

Fernando “Nando” was born at Odessa Regional Medical Center to Lisa Flores and Fernando Franco Jr. on August 17, 2009. He attended Odessa High School in Odessa as a sophomore student. He accomplished many goals; competing in the spelling bee at Murry Fly elementary, playing football at Crockett...

Aurora Calderon Villegas

Aurora Calderon Villegas

May 31, 2025

Aurora Calderon Villegas of Odessa passed away and united with our heavenly father on May 31, 2025. Aurora was born October 30, 1934, in Rancho Portales, Presidio, TX to Manuel Calderon, Sr. and Tecla Urias. Aurora was married to Salvador Villegas in Odessa, Texas. Aurora had four children: Arturo Calderon, Belinda (Joe) Porras, Tony (Olivia) Villegas and Albert (Priscilla) Villegas....

Tita Madrid

Tita Madrid

May 31, 2025

Tita Madrid falleció pacíficamente a la edad de 68 años el 31 de Mayo de 2025 en el Hospital Medical Center de Odessa, Texas.

El velatorio se realizará el Martes 3 de Junio de 11:00 a. m. a 9:00 p. m. en la Funeraria Martinez, ubicada en 10137 W University Blvd, Odessa, TX 79764. Se rezará el rosario ese mismo día...

Jerry Dean Ross

Jerry Dean Ross

May 30, 2025

Jerry was born in Odessa, TX on July 21, 1956, to the late James Robinson and Gladys Henderson Green. He accepted Christ at a young age. Jerry attended Ector County ISD.

He met and married Willene Sims. To their union one son was born Jerry Lamont Ross. Later he married Debra Thompson Ross.

Jerry worked at Sauceda Tamale Factory for many years....

Michael James Bledsoe

Michael James Bledsoe

May 30, 2025

Michael James Bledsoe, age 68, of Odessa, Texas, passed away surrounded by his loved ones peacefully on May 30, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas.

Michael was born on March 29, 1957, in Dallas, Texas, to Aquilla and Geneva Bledsoe. He grew up in El Paso and graduated from Andress High School. He later established a career in HVAC, where he became...

Jason Muro

Jason Muro

May 30, 2025

Jason Muro, 15, of Odessa Tx. Passed away on May 30th 2025 in Odessa, Tx.

Visitation will be held at Martinez Funeral Home "West Chapel" 10137 W. University Blvd Odessa, Texas 79763 on Thursday June, 5 2025 from 9:00AM to 9:00PM with a Rosary at 7:00PM.

Mass will be held at 10:00AM Friday June 6, 2025 at St. Anthony's Catholic Church. Burial...