Obituaries
Local Obituaries for the Midland Community
De'Andre Allen Jefferson
Nov 16, 2024
De'andre Allen Jefferson, age 27, born in Midland, Texas, passed away on Saturday, 11/16/2024, in Midland, TX. Viewing will be held 10:00 AM Friday, November 22nd, 2024 at Mayberry Funeral Home, 406 E Illinois Ave, Midland. Celebration Of Life will be held 11:00 AM Friday, November 22nd, 2024 at Mayberry Funeral Home.
Shirley Marie Brown
Nov 6, 2024
Shirley Marie Sturgeon Brown, born on December 4, 1941, in Deberry, Texas, was the third oldest of 13 children to Deacon Earnest William Benjamin Sturgeon Sr., Mattie Mae Grimes Sturgeon, and her stepmother Jessie Mae Ford Sturgeon McCoy.
Shirley's faith journey began at a young age when she accepted Christ and was baptized at Greater Ideal Baptist Church in Midland, Texas....
Helen Anna Ibarra
Nov 1, 2024
Helen Anna Ibarra, age 58, passed away on Friday, November 1, 2024, in Midland, Texas. Helen will be deeply missed by her family and all those who knew and loved her. Services have been entrusted to Mayberry Funeral Home.
Evelyn Hoyle
Oct 29, 2024
Evelyn Hoyle, age 58, went to be with the Lord on October 29, 2024. She will be fondly remembered as a vibrant soul who lived life with a joyful heart and a generous spirit. Evelyn was born to Jimmy Starks and Charlene Jones on December 27, 1965 in Midland, Texas.
Known to her family and friends as a "shopping diva," Evelyn...
Shanta Thomas
Oct 28, 2024
Shanta Thomas, known for her beautiful smile, and affectionately known as "Smiley" by her high school friends at Frederick Douglas High School in Atlanta, Georgia, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on October 28, 2024, at the age of 41. Shanta was born to Dwayne Coleman and Tina Smith on September 9, 1983, at Grady Hospital...
Willie Joe Brown
Oct 27, 2024
Willie Joe Brown, age 65, went to be with his Lord and Savior on October 27, 2024. Willie was born to Ernest Edward Brown and Doris Brown on November 7, 1958 in Midland, Texas.
Born and raised in Midland, Willie was known for his warm humor and gift for bringing laughter wherever he went. He was a mechanic for over 30...
Kenneth Wade Kelly
Oct 2, 2024
Kenneth "Ken" Wade Kelly, 74, of Midland, Texas, went to be with his Lord and Savior on October 2, 2024. Born with a heart full of love and laughter, Ken dedicated 12 years of his life working for the City of Midland, where he was known for his hard work and commitment to providing for his family.
Ken was a man...
Zaragoza "Tommy" Pena Jr.
Sep 23, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Zaragoza "Tommy" Pena Jr., on Sunday, September 22, 2024, at the age of 70 in Crane, Texas. Tommy was born on June 10, 1954 in Plainview, Texas to Zaragoza Pena Sr. and Aurora Fernandez - Pena. A man of many talents and a joyful spirit, Tommy lived a life...
Virginia De Leon
Sep 22, 2024
Virginia De Leon, born on 03/17/1958, passed away at the age of 66 on Sunday, 09/22/2024, in Lubbock, TX. Funeral services have been entrusted to Mayberry Funeral Home in Midland, TX .
Gregory Jon Alexander
Sep 20, 2024
Gregory "Greg" Jon Alexander died peacefully at home on September 20, 2024 in Midland, Texas at the age of 71.
Greg was preceded in death by his father, Charles Alexander, his mother, Greta Alexander and his brother, Allen Alexander. He is survived by his wife, Tracy (Fowler) Alexander; his nephew, Aaron Alexander, his nephew Charles "Chas" Alexander, his wife Katie and...
Arnold Dangerfield
Sep 14, 2024
Arnold Dangerfield, born 09/05/1938, passed away at the age of 86, on Saturday, 09/14/2024, in Odessa, TX. Funeral services have been entrusted to Mayberry Funeral Home in Midland, TX.
Archie Lee Williams
Sep 8, 2024
Archie Lee Williams, Sr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2024, at the age of 64. Born on November 9, 1959, in Vicksburg, Mississippi, Archie was the cherished son of Charles Tucker and Essie Moore Williams, both of whom preceded Archie in death.
Archie's life was a testament to strength, perseverance, humility, and...
Debra Sue Holloway
Aug 17, 2024
Debra Sue Holloway went to be with her Lord and Savior on August 17, 2024 at the age of 70. She was born May, 21 1954 in Jackson, Mississippi to Eddie Washington and Essie Mae Moore.
Debra was always a social butterfly, with wings that stretched and provided warmth and tranquility to others. She brought energy and laughter to all...
Juan Hidalgo
Aug 5, 2024
Juan Hidalgo se ha ido a estar con su señor y salvador el Lunes, Agosto 5, 2024 en Midland, TX. Juan originario de Chihuahua, México, hijo de Tomas Hidalgo UrÃas y Yolanda Gonzalez.
Juan adoraba a su esposa, Juvany Hidalgo, y a sus tres hijas, Danette, Dairaly, y Darlette. No habÃa nada que no hiciera por ellas, el siempre encontró...
Gregory Alan White
Jun 23, 2024
Gregory Alan White, of Midland, passed away on June 23, 2024 at the age of 58. Gregory was born on July 6, 1965, in Florence, Arkansas to Ida Turner.
Gregory's life was filled with passions and joys. He had a deep love for music and never shied away from TYRING to dance. He was an avid basketball enthusiast and a skilled...
Joshua Mateo Fuentes
Jun 5, 2024
Baby Joshua Mateo Fuentes transitioned into the arms of Jesus on June 5, 2024 in Lubbock, Texas, surrounded by his adoring family. Joshua was born on April 21, 2024 to Triston Nino Fuentes and Syrianna Jolie Perez in Midland, Texas.
Joshua was a wonderful baby who loved being with his parents and family. He will be deeply missed by all...
Henry Leester Jackson
Jun 5, 2024
Known by many names; Cosmo, Hightower, Action Jackson, Too Tall, and his self-proclaimed Dr. Jackson, Henry Leester Jackson Jr. was born to the late Supt. Henry Leester Jackson Sr. and Nannie Lee Jackson on February 10,1954. And who knew from this moment on our lives would be forever changed.
Raised in Plainview, T, were he relentlessly courted and married Willie Faye...
Alicia Gonzales
May 31, 2024
Alicia Gonzales, known as "Chachi," passed away peacefully on Friday, May 31st, 2024, in Midland, TX, surrounded by her loved ones. Chachi was a remarkable woman who touched the lives of many with her warmth and kindness.
Alicia, born on October 5th, 1960, was a beloved wife to her high school sweetheart Henry Gonzales Sr. for 46 years. Together...
Briggett Edith Jefferson
May 24, 2024
Briggett Edith Jefferson went to be with her Lord and Savior on May 24, 2024 at the age of 63. She was born January 2, 1961 in Sweetwater, Texas to Ulice "Bill" Braziel and Bilie Sue Nelson Jefferson. Soon after, she was adopted by Clinton "fatty" Jefferson.
Briggett had a zest for life that was contagious and she will be...
John Orville Richard
May 21, 2024
John Richard, age 41, of Midland, Texas, passed away Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at his home in Midland, Texas.
John was born July 01, 1982 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, a son of James Richard and Charlotte Florence Eaton. John was married to the love of his life, Maribel Lopez. John was raised Baptist and had been employed as an IT manager...
De'Andre Allen Jefferson
Nov 16, 2024
De'andre Allen Jefferson, age 27, born in Midland, Texas, passed away on Saturday, 11/16/2024, in Midland, TX. Viewing will be held 10:00 AM Friday, November 22nd, 2024 at Mayberry Funeral Home, 406 E Illinois Ave, Midland. Celebration Of Life will be held 11:00 AM Friday, November 22nd, 2024 at Mayberry Funeral Home.
Shirley Marie Brown
Nov 6, 2024
Shirley Marie Sturgeon Brown, born on December 4, 1941, in Deberry, Texas, was the third oldest of 13 children to Deacon Earnest William Benjamin Sturgeon Sr., Mattie Mae Grimes Sturgeon, and her stepmother Jessie Mae Ford Sturgeon McCoy.
Shirley's faith journey began at a young age when she accepted Christ and was baptized at Greater Ideal Baptist Church in Midland, Texas....
Helen Anna Ibarra
Nov 1, 2024
Helen Anna Ibarra, age 58, passed away on Friday, November 1, 2024, in Midland, Texas. Helen will be deeply missed by her family and all those who knew and loved her. Services have been entrusted to Mayberry Funeral Home.
Evelyn Hoyle
Oct 29, 2024
Evelyn Hoyle, age 58, went to be with the Lord on October 29, 2024. She will be fondly remembered as a vibrant soul who lived life with a joyful heart and a generous spirit. Evelyn was born to Jimmy Starks and Charlene Jones on December 27, 1965 in Midland, Texas.
Known to her family and friends as a "shopping diva," Evelyn...
Shanta Thomas
Oct 28, 2024
Shanta Thomas, known for her beautiful smile, and affectionately known as "Smiley" by her high school friends at Frederick Douglas High School in Atlanta, Georgia, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on October 28, 2024, at the age of 41. Shanta was born to Dwayne Coleman and Tina Smith on September 9, 1983, at Grady Hospital...
Willie Joe Brown
Oct 27, 2024
Willie Joe Brown, age 65, went to be with his Lord and Savior on October 27, 2024. Willie was born to Ernest Edward Brown and Doris Brown on November 7, 1958 in Midland, Texas.
Born and raised in Midland, Willie was known for his warm humor and gift for bringing laughter wherever he went. He was a mechanic for over 30...
Kenneth Wade Kelly
Oct 2, 2024
Kenneth "Ken" Wade Kelly, 74, of Midland, Texas, went to be with his Lord and Savior on October 2, 2024. Born with a heart full of love and laughter, Ken dedicated 12 years of his life working for the City of Midland, where he was known for his hard work and commitment to providing for his family.
Ken was a man...
Zaragoza "Tommy" Pena Jr.
Sep 23, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Zaragoza "Tommy" Pena Jr., on Sunday, September 22, 2024, at the age of 70 in Crane, Texas. Tommy was born on June 10, 1954 in Plainview, Texas to Zaragoza Pena Sr. and Aurora Fernandez - Pena. A man of many talents and a joyful spirit, Tommy lived a life...
Virginia De Leon
Sep 22, 2024
Virginia De Leon, born on 03/17/1958, passed away at the age of 66 on Sunday, 09/22/2024, in Lubbock, TX. Funeral services have been entrusted to Mayberry Funeral Home in Midland, TX .
Gregory Jon Alexander
Sep 20, 2024
Gregory "Greg" Jon Alexander died peacefully at home on September 20, 2024 in Midland, Texas at the age of 71.
Greg was preceded in death by his father, Charles Alexander, his mother, Greta Alexander and his brother, Allen Alexander. He is survived by his wife, Tracy (Fowler) Alexander; his nephew, Aaron Alexander, his nephew Charles "Chas" Alexander, his wife Katie and...
Arnold Dangerfield
Sep 14, 2024
Arnold Dangerfield, born 09/05/1938, passed away at the age of 86, on Saturday, 09/14/2024, in Odessa, TX. Funeral services have been entrusted to Mayberry Funeral Home in Midland, TX.
Archie Lee Williams
Sep 8, 2024
Archie Lee Williams, Sr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2024, at the age of 64. Born on November 9, 1959, in Vicksburg, Mississippi, Archie was the cherished son of Charles Tucker and Essie Moore Williams, both of whom preceded Archie in death.
Archie's life was a testament to strength, perseverance, humility, and...
Debra Sue Holloway
Aug 17, 2024
Debra Sue Holloway went to be with her Lord and Savior on August 17, 2024 at the age of 70. She was born May, 21 1954 in Jackson, Mississippi to Eddie Washington and Essie Mae Moore.
Debra was always a social butterfly, with wings that stretched and provided warmth and tranquility to others. She brought energy and laughter to all...
Juan Hidalgo
Aug 5, 2024
Juan Hidalgo se ha ido a estar con su señor y salvador el Lunes, Agosto 5, 2024 en Midland, TX. Juan originario de Chihuahua, México, hijo de Tomas Hidalgo UrÃas y Yolanda Gonzalez.
Juan adoraba a su esposa, Juvany Hidalgo, y a sus tres hijas, Danette, Dairaly, y Darlette. No habÃa nada que no hiciera por ellas, el siempre encontró...
Gregory Alan White
Jun 23, 2024
Gregory Alan White, of Midland, passed away on June 23, 2024 at the age of 58. Gregory was born on July 6, 1965, in Florence, Arkansas to Ida Turner.
Gregory's life was filled with passions and joys. He had a deep love for music and never shied away from TYRING to dance. He was an avid basketball enthusiast and a skilled...
Joshua Mateo Fuentes
Jun 5, 2024
Baby Joshua Mateo Fuentes transitioned into the arms of Jesus on June 5, 2024 in Lubbock, Texas, surrounded by his adoring family. Joshua was born on April 21, 2024 to Triston Nino Fuentes and Syrianna Jolie Perez in Midland, Texas.
Joshua was a wonderful baby who loved being with his parents and family. He will be deeply missed by all...
Henry Leester Jackson
Jun 5, 2024
Known by many names; Cosmo, Hightower, Action Jackson, Too Tall, and his self-proclaimed Dr. Jackson, Henry Leester Jackson Jr. was born to the late Supt. Henry Leester Jackson Sr. and Nannie Lee Jackson on February 10,1954. And who knew from this moment on our lives would be forever changed.
Raised in Plainview, T, were he relentlessly courted and married Willie Faye...
Alicia Gonzales
May 31, 2024
Alicia Gonzales, known as "Chachi," passed away peacefully on Friday, May 31st, 2024, in Midland, TX, surrounded by her loved ones. Chachi was a remarkable woman who touched the lives of many with her warmth and kindness.
Alicia, born on October 5th, 1960, was a beloved wife to her high school sweetheart Henry Gonzales Sr. for 46 years. Together...
Briggett Edith Jefferson
May 24, 2024
Briggett Edith Jefferson went to be with her Lord and Savior on May 24, 2024 at the age of 63. She was born January 2, 1961 in Sweetwater, Texas to Ulice "Bill" Braziel and Bilie Sue Nelson Jefferson. Soon after, she was adopted by Clinton "fatty" Jefferson.
Briggett had a zest for life that was contagious and she will be...
John Orville Richard
May 21, 2024
John Richard, age 41, of Midland, Texas, passed away Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at his home in Midland, Texas.
John was born July 01, 1982 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, a son of James Richard and Charlotte Florence Eaton. John was married to the love of his life, Maribel Lopez. John was raised Baptist and had been employed as an IT manager...
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