Obituaries

Jan 4, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Iris Salcido Gonzales, who left us on January 4, 2025. She was 57 years old. 

Iris was a devoted Christian, a woman of unwavering faith who found comfort and strength in her relationship with Jesus Christ. She was a faithful member of Community Baptist Church in Midland,...

Jan 1, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beautiful and beloved Emma Ponce Muñiz, 72, on January 1, 2025, at her home in Odessa, Texas. 

Emma was born on March 1, 1952, in Los Alamos García, Chihuahua, Mexico, to Samuel Muñoz Aguirre and Andrea Ponce Aguirre. 

Emma’s life was a testament to strength, determination, and love. She not...

Dec 31, 2024

Steven Sauceda was born in Odessa TX, to Armando Sauceda Sr. and Rosaelva Lujan, Sauceda on January 10, 1975. He never married. He graduated from Permian High School. He worked in finance and was a banker. He loved going out to eat, going out of town, watching movies and listening to music. He adored his pets throughout his years they...

Dec 29, 2024

Candelaria Carrasco falleció el 29 de diciembre de 2024 en Midland, Texas. 

Candelaria nació el 11 de agosto de 1920 de José Rodríguez Villesca y Guadalupe Pérez Juárez. 

A Candelaria le precedieron en la muerte su esposo: Dolores Carrasco García, hijo: Ramón Carrasco Rodriguez , hermanos: Esperanza Rodríguez, Ambrocio Rodríguez, Antonio Rodríguez, José Rodríguez, Urbana Bustamante, Guadalupe Rodríguez, Anselmo Rodríguez y Muchos...

Dec 26, 2024

On December 26, 2024, Arturo Lara Matta was unexpectedly called to return to the loving arms of our Lord to begin his rest in eternal peace.

Born on May 11, 1967 in Odessa, Texas to Paz and Rita Matta he was the baby of the family but what the family needed to feel complete.

Often times described as intimidating, he perfected what...

Dec 25, 2024

Maria de Socorro Nabarrette Andrade 67, was born in Odessa, TX. to Victor and Catalina Jaurez Nabarrette August 13, 1957. She was married to Fernando Ruiz for 26 years. She worked as an attendant for Superwash for 15 years before retiring in April. Maria was known to be the life of the party. She loved to dance. She was a...

Dec 25, 2024

Arturo A Ramos, 75 of Odessa, Tx passed away on December 25, 2024 at Medical Center Hospital in Odessa Texas. 

Arturo was born in El Mulato, Ojinaga Chihuahua to Santiago & Adela Ramos on June 19, 1949. He was a very hard worker, and a true cowboy, who loved to gamble, and was also known by his distinct whistle. He enjoyed...

Dec 23, 2024

In the arms of our LORD and Savior Jesus Christ is our beloved HUMBERTO “BOY” CORDOVA LARA, JR at the age of 66 earned his wings on Monday, December 23, 2024 at home. He was born on December 11, 1958 in Odessa, Texas to Ernestina White Cordova and Humberto Valdez Lara, Sr.

He is preceded in death by his parents; grandparents...

Dec 17, 2024

Rosa Elva Granados Soto, 76, of Odessa TX, Passed away on December 17, 2024. 

 

Visitation will be on Sunday December 22, 2024 from 1-9 pm with the rosary at 7pm at Martinez Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 AM on Monday, December 23rd at St. Mary's Catholic Church with Fr. Bernard Getigan. Burial will follow at Ector county...

Dec 16, 2024

Jackie Lee McCoy, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2024, in McGregor, Texas. Born on May 22, 1950, in Lamesa, Texas, to Jack McCoy and Helen McCoy. Jackie lived a life filled with love, kindness, and devotion to both god & his family.

Jackie was a man of many passions. He had a profound...

Dec 12, 2024

Dec 12, 2024

Louis Silvas, 44, of Odessa, Texas passed away on December 12, 2024 in Odessa, Texas.

Visitation will be held Tuesday December 17, 2024 from 1:00PM – 9:00PM with a Rosary at 7:00PM at Martinez Funeral Home. Mass will be held at 2:00PM Wednesday December 18, 2024 at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church. Burial will follow at American Heritage Cemetery in Midland, Texas. 

Louis...

Dec 12, 2024

John Paul Mendoza, 45, of Odessa, TX, passed away on Thursday, December 12, 2024. JP was born on June 8, 1979, in Andrews, TX, to Paulino R. Mendoza and DeAna Nunez Martinez. A ‘97 graduate of Odessa High School; he was a true Broncho fan. John Paul, better known as JayP or DJay XL, spent much of his life bringing...

Dec 8, 2024

Hector R. Hernandez, 48, of Presidio, Texas, passed away on December 8, 2024 in Odessa, Texas.

Visitation will be held Tuesday December 10, 2024 from 1PM - 9PM with a Rosary at 7PM led by Pastor Roman Arreola at Martinez Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 2PM Wednesday December 11, 2024 at Martinez Funeral Home with the Father Joe,...

Dec 7, 2024

Visitation will be held from 1 - 5pm December 13, 2024 Rosary will be held from 2 - 3pm December 13, 2024 Funeral services will be held from 10am December 20, 2024 Arrangements are entrusted to Martinez Funeral Home at 1040 S. Dixie Blvd in Odessa Tx. Service will be Officiated by Father Chavez of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church.

Rene was...

Dec 6, 2024

James Patrick Allen, age 49, passed away on December 6, 2024, after a brave second battle with cancer. He left this world far too soon, surrounded by his loving family and friends.

Born on April 11, 1975, in Odessa, TX, James was the son of Roosevelt Allen Jr. and Vera Reed.

He is preceded in death by his maternal grandmother Estella Crawford,...

Dec 4, 2024

Abram Fuentez, 69, of Odessa passed away on December 4, 2024 in Odessa.

Visitation will be 10:00AM to 9:00PM Tuesday, December 10, 20024 at Martinez Funeral Home. 

Rosary will be 7PM Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at Martinez Funeral Home.

Funeral Services will be held 10AM Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at Martinez Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Ector County Cemetery. Arrangements are by...

Dec 3, 2024

Linda Carol Lewis, 58, of Odessa Texas, passed away on December 3, 2024.

Visitation will be from 1:00pm to 9:00pm Wednesday December 11, 2024 at Martinez Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 10:00am Thursday December 12, 2024 at Martinez Funeral Home with Minister John Carranco officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are by Martinez Funeral Home.

Linda...

Dec 1, 2024

Angel Salmeron Lopez of Odessa, Texas passed away December 1, 2024 in Odessa, Texas. 

A Memorial Gathering will be held Saturday December 7, 2024 at 2 PM at Iglesia Apostólica De La Fe en Cristo Jesús Del Ranchito Del Norte with a Memorial Service will be held at 6 PM.

Angel was born January 9, 1974 to Benito G. Lopez and Abigail...

Nov 30, 2024

Medardo Reyes Marquez 93, of Odessa, Texas passed away November 30, 2024 in Odessa, Texas. 

Medardo was born March 5, 1931 in El Terrero, Chihuahua, Mexico to Benedicto Reyes and Chalia Marquez. 

Visitation will be held Tuesday December 3, 2024 from 10:00AM -9:00PM at Martinez Funeral Home and Crematory with a Prayer Service at 7:00PM. Funeral Service will be held at 2:00PM...