Obituaries

Local Obituaries for the Midland Community

Kendra Nicole Vollmers

Kendra Nicole Vollmers

May 21, 2024

Kendra Nicole Vollmers, cherished daughter, mother, sister and friend, went to be with her Lord on May 21, 2024. She was born on October 6, 1989, to Richard Dwayne Flournoy and Michelle Ann Vollmers.

Kendra was loyal to a fault and loved very deeply. She had a unique ability to put everyone before herself and was fiercely protective and at the...

Daniel DeLeon Sr.

Daniel DeLeon Sr.

May 3, 2024

Daniel DeLeon Sr., went to be with his Lord on May 3, 2024, at the age of 68. Born on March 13, 1956, in Midland to the late Jose Sr. and Rebecca DeLeon, Daniel leaves behind a legacy of love, generosity, and hard work.

Daniel's devotion to his wife, Antonia, was evident in their 50 years of marriage, a bond that...

Stevie Ray Cemental

Stevie Ray Cemental

Apr 22, 2024

Stevie Ray Cemental of Odessa, Texas was born on May 20, 1991 to Dora Cemental Brito. Although his upbringing was unique, he found mentorship and father figures in Eli Garcia Jr. and Bernabé Brito Jr. who loved him as their own. From a young age, he was good at making people laugh. Stevie had a love for helping people and...

Elnora McKee

Elnora McKee

Apr 21, 2024

The Mckee family comes together to celebrate the life of our beloved mother, our Diva Elnora Mckee.

Mom was born on January 20,1942 in Lubbock Texas. Mom met and married the love of her life Jasper Mckee in 1959. Mom and dad were blessed with eight beautiful children.

Mom worked at the Midland Children's Rehabilitation Center for 53 years before retiring. Elnora...

Ymari Collins

Ymari Collins

Apr 19, 2024

Ymari Isiah Collins, born on November 21, 1999 in Portsmouth, VA, went to be with the Lord on April 19, 2024.

Ymari was raised in a nurturing home where the values of love, faith, and respect were deeply ingrained within him. His life reflected a profound devotion to God, family, and community. Ymari was a respectable young man who loved sports,...

Mary Swindell

Mary Swindell

Apr 19, 2024

Proverbs 31:10

Who can find a virtuous woman. For her price is far above rubies.

On September 14, 1934, Mary Lou Hall was the fourth child of 10 born to the parents of Alice and Charlie Hall in Reagan, Texas (Falls County). Her father relocated his family to Midland in 1949, where she completed her education and was a proud graduate...

Rebecca Brown Dinkins

Rebecca Brown Dinkins

Apr 17, 2024

Rebecca Brown Dinkins, age 79, born in Freestone County, passed away on Wednesday, 04/17/2024, in Midland, TX. Viewing will be held 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Saturday, April 27th, 2024 at Mayberry Funeral Home, 406 E Illinois Ave, Midland, TX. Graveside services will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, April 27th, 2024 at Resthaven Memorial Park, in Midland, TX.

John Walker

John Walker

Apr 12, 2024

John Willie Walker, 65, of Midland, Texas, was called home on April 12, 2024, in his hometown. Born on October 9, 1958 to John W. Walker and Willie L. Norwoord. He had a robust love for life and an uncanny ability to bring laughter and joy to those around him.

John was in the Midland Senior High School graduating class...

Angel Gabriel Rodriquez

Angel Gabriel Rodriquez

Apr 10, 2024

Baby Angel Gabriel Rodriquez transitioned back into the arms of the Lord on April 10, 2024.

Angel is the son of Luis Gabriel Rodriquez Sr. and Felicity Celeste Rodriguez.

A visitation (5-7pm) and Rosary Service (7-8pm) will be held on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at Mayberry Funeral Home in Midland, Texas. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, April...

Marlen Medrano Torres

Marlen Medrano Torres

Apr 10, 2024

Marlen Medrano Torres, age 30, went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. A Viewing will be held 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday, April 15th, 2024 at Mayberry Funeral Home. A Rosary Service will be held from 7-8 PM.

Tameca Nicole Robinson

Tameca Nicole Robinson

Apr 9, 2024

Tameca Nicole Robinson, age 45, born in Midland, TX, passed away on Tuesday, 04/09/2024, in Midland, TX.

Felipe Avila Alcala

Felipe Avila Alcala

Apr 8, 2024

Felipe Avila, 39 años. se fue a brazos del Señor el dia 8 de Abril de 2024 en Midland Texas. El Velorio comenzara a las 5:00 PM a 9:00 PM el dia martes 16 de Abril del 2024 en Mayberry Funeral Home con un servicio de Rosario de 7:00 PM a 8:00 PM el mismo dia.

Richard Earl Hemphill

Richard Earl Hemphill

Apr 7, 2024

October 21, 1957- April 07, 2024

Richard Earl Hemphill was born in Midland, Tx. to the late Elnora Shaw, and Billy Woods. Richard attended Washington Elementary and later attended Carver High School. Richard occupied numerous job positions throughout his career, with his most significant roles being at Rocky Ford and Mayflower moving company. Richard enjoyed depicting his culinary skills (cooking), dancing,...

Alice Faye Robinson

Alice Faye Robinson

Apr 5, 2024

Alice Faye Robinson, beloved matriarch, departed from this world to be with her Lord on April 5, 2024. Born to Amos and Dessie Stallworth on September 21,1937, in Many, Louisiana, Alice lived a life defined by dedication, hard work, and unwavering love for her family.

Throughout her life, Alice exemplified the virtues of commitment and diligence, whether it was in her...

Shirley Marie Howard

Shirley Marie Howard

Apr 1, 2024

Shirley Marie (Johnson) Howard also known as "The Hat Lady", was born on May 28, 1952 in Midland, Texas to Richard Johnson and Mattie Maxwell Johnson Thomas. She peacefully passed away on Monday, April 1, 2024 surrounded by family.

She attended schools in the Midland Independent School District and graduated from Midland High School where she participated in sports. She...

Elyse Vandyke Jackson

Elyse Vandyke Jackson

Mar 24, 2024

Ms. Elyse Vandyke Jackson, age 40, was born to Ronald and the late beloved Marilyn Vandyke on February 16th, 1984 in Midland, TX. She was affectionately called home March 24, 2024.

Elyse was known for having a sweet spirit and loved by everyone. She was a Godly woman who was called into the ministry with a servant's heart. She obtained an...

Julius Cordell Watson

Julius Cordell Watson

Mar 22, 2024

Julius "Jubaby" Cordell Watson Jr. went to be with the Lord on March 22, 2024, at the age of 62. Born on May 21, 1961, Julius was the son of Julius Watson Sr. of Midland, TX, Jodie Porter of Clarksville, TX, and Milton Porter of Pelham, TX.

Julius attended Lee High School in Midland, TX and immediately entered the workforce. Carpentry...

Buddy Aloysius Gransberry

Buddy Aloysius Gransberry

Mar 19, 2024

Buddy Aloysius Gransberry, a beloved companion who brought immense joy and love to the lives of his family. Buddy peacefully crossed over the Rainbow Bridge on March 19, 2024, in Midland, Texas. He was 15 years old.

Born on July 1, 2008, in Midland, Texas, Buddy entered the world and immediately brought a world of happiness to his parents, Lauren and...

Hazel Lucille Smith

Hazel Lucille Smith

Mar 13, 2024

Hazel Lucille Smith, age 69, went to be with her Lord on March 13, 2024. Born in Midland, Texas, on July 19, 1954, to Joe Smith Jr. and Charlene Faye Lewis-Brown.

Hazel's life was a testament to resilience, faith, and unwavering devotion to family.

Hazel was a strong, determined, and loving person. From an early age, Hazel faced many health challenges....

Imari J Shaw

Imari J Shaw

Feb 6, 2024

On February 6, 2024 Imari J. Shaw entered eternal rest in the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Imari was born on April 3, 2001 to Kirby Shaw and Nancy Jordan in Midland, Texas. From beginning to end his life was a testament to diligent kindness, creativity, and unwavering faith.

At the age of 9, Imari relocated to live...

Kendra Nicole Vollmers

Kendra Nicole Vollmers

May 21, 2024

Kendra Nicole Vollmers, cherished daughter, mother, sister and friend, went to be with her Lord on May 21, 2024. She was born on October 6, 1989, to Richard Dwayne Flournoy and Michelle Ann Vollmers.

Kendra was loyal to a fault and loved very deeply. She had a unique ability to put everyone before herself and was fiercely protective and at the...

Daniel DeLeon Sr.

Daniel DeLeon Sr.

May 3, 2024

Daniel DeLeon Sr., went to be with his Lord on May 3, 2024, at the age of 68. Born on March 13, 1956, in Midland to the late Jose Sr. and Rebecca DeLeon, Daniel leaves behind a legacy of love, generosity, and hard work.

Daniel's devotion to his wife, Antonia, was evident in their 50 years of marriage, a bond that...

Stevie Ray Cemental

Stevie Ray Cemental

Apr 22, 2024

Stevie Ray Cemental of Odessa, Texas was born on May 20, 1991 to Dora Cemental Brito. Although his upbringing was unique, he found mentorship and father figures in Eli Garcia Jr. and Bernabé Brito Jr. who loved him as their own. From a young age, he was good at making people laugh. Stevie had a love for helping people and...

Elnora McKee

Elnora McKee

Apr 21, 2024

The Mckee family comes together to celebrate the life of our beloved mother, our Diva Elnora Mckee.

Mom was born on January 20,1942 in Lubbock Texas. Mom met and married the love of her life Jasper Mckee in 1959. Mom and dad were blessed with eight beautiful children.

Mom worked at the Midland Children's Rehabilitation Center for 53 years before retiring. Elnora...

Ymari Collins

Ymari Collins

Apr 19, 2024

Ymari Isiah Collins, born on November 21, 1999 in Portsmouth, VA, went to be with the Lord on April 19, 2024.

Ymari was raised in a nurturing home where the values of love, faith, and respect were deeply ingrained within him. His life reflected a profound devotion to God, family, and community. Ymari was a respectable young man who loved sports,...

Mary Swindell

Mary Swindell

Apr 19, 2024

Proverbs 31:10

Who can find a virtuous woman. For her price is far above rubies.

On September 14, 1934, Mary Lou Hall was the fourth child of 10 born to the parents of Alice and Charlie Hall in Reagan, Texas (Falls County). Her father relocated his family to Midland in 1949, where she completed her education and was a proud graduate...

Rebecca Brown Dinkins

Rebecca Brown Dinkins

Apr 17, 2024

Rebecca Brown Dinkins, age 79, born in Freestone County, passed away on Wednesday, 04/17/2024, in Midland, TX. Viewing will be held 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Saturday, April 27th, 2024 at Mayberry Funeral Home, 406 E Illinois Ave, Midland, TX. Graveside services will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, April 27th, 2024 at Resthaven Memorial Park, in Midland, TX.

John Walker

John Walker

Apr 12, 2024

John Willie Walker, 65, of Midland, Texas, was called home on April 12, 2024, in his hometown. Born on October 9, 1958 to John W. Walker and Willie L. Norwoord. He had a robust love for life and an uncanny ability to bring laughter and joy to those around him.

John was in the Midland Senior High School graduating class...

Angel Gabriel Rodriquez

Angel Gabriel Rodriquez

Apr 10, 2024

Baby Angel Gabriel Rodriquez transitioned back into the arms of the Lord on April 10, 2024.

Angel is the son of Luis Gabriel Rodriquez Sr. and Felicity Celeste Rodriguez.

A visitation (5-7pm) and Rosary Service (7-8pm) will be held on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at Mayberry Funeral Home in Midland, Texas. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, April...

Marlen Medrano Torres

Marlen Medrano Torres

Apr 10, 2024

Marlen Medrano Torres, age 30, went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. A Viewing will be held 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday, April 15th, 2024 at Mayberry Funeral Home. A Rosary Service will be held from 7-8 PM.

Tameca Nicole Robinson

Tameca Nicole Robinson

Apr 9, 2024

Tameca Nicole Robinson, age 45, born in Midland, TX, passed away on Tuesday, 04/09/2024, in Midland, TX.

Felipe Avila Alcala

Felipe Avila Alcala

Apr 8, 2024

Felipe Avila, 39 años. se fue a brazos del Señor el dia 8 de Abril de 2024 en Midland Texas. El Velorio comenzara a las 5:00 PM a 9:00 PM el dia martes 16 de Abril del 2024 en Mayberry Funeral Home con un servicio de Rosario de 7:00 PM a 8:00 PM el mismo dia.

Richard Earl Hemphill

Richard Earl Hemphill

Apr 7, 2024

October 21, 1957- April 07, 2024

Richard Earl Hemphill was born in Midland, Tx. to the late Elnora Shaw, and Billy Woods. Richard attended Washington Elementary and later attended Carver High School. Richard occupied numerous job positions throughout his career, with his most significant roles being at Rocky Ford and Mayflower moving company. Richard enjoyed depicting his culinary skills (cooking), dancing,...

Alice Faye Robinson

Alice Faye Robinson

Apr 5, 2024

Alice Faye Robinson, beloved matriarch, departed from this world to be with her Lord on April 5, 2024. Born to Amos and Dessie Stallworth on September 21,1937, in Many, Louisiana, Alice lived a life defined by dedication, hard work, and unwavering love for her family.

Throughout her life, Alice exemplified the virtues of commitment and diligence, whether it was in her...

Shirley Marie Howard

Shirley Marie Howard

Apr 1, 2024

Shirley Marie (Johnson) Howard also known as "The Hat Lady", was born on May 28, 1952 in Midland, Texas to Richard Johnson and Mattie Maxwell Johnson Thomas. She peacefully passed away on Monday, April 1, 2024 surrounded by family.

She attended schools in the Midland Independent School District and graduated from Midland High School where she participated in sports. She...

Elyse Vandyke Jackson

Elyse Vandyke Jackson

Mar 24, 2024

Ms. Elyse Vandyke Jackson, age 40, was born to Ronald and the late beloved Marilyn Vandyke on February 16th, 1984 in Midland, TX. She was affectionately called home March 24, 2024.

Elyse was known for having a sweet spirit and loved by everyone. She was a Godly woman who was called into the ministry with a servant's heart. She obtained an...

Julius Cordell Watson

Julius Cordell Watson

Mar 22, 2024

Julius "Jubaby" Cordell Watson Jr. went to be with the Lord on March 22, 2024, at the age of 62. Born on May 21, 1961, Julius was the son of Julius Watson Sr. of Midland, TX, Jodie Porter of Clarksville, TX, and Milton Porter of Pelham, TX.

Julius attended Lee High School in Midland, TX and immediately entered the workforce. Carpentry...

Buddy Aloysius Gransberry

Buddy Aloysius Gransberry

Mar 19, 2024

Buddy Aloysius Gransberry, a beloved companion who brought immense joy and love to the lives of his family. Buddy peacefully crossed over the Rainbow Bridge on March 19, 2024, in Midland, Texas. He was 15 years old.

Born on July 1, 2008, in Midland, Texas, Buddy entered the world and immediately brought a world of happiness to his parents, Lauren and...

Hazel Lucille Smith

Hazel Lucille Smith

Mar 13, 2024

Hazel Lucille Smith, age 69, went to be with her Lord on March 13, 2024. Born in Midland, Texas, on July 19, 1954, to Joe Smith Jr. and Charlene Faye Lewis-Brown.

Hazel's life was a testament to resilience, faith, and unwavering devotion to family.

Hazel was a strong, determined, and loving person. From an early age, Hazel faced many health challenges....

Imari J Shaw

Imari J Shaw

Feb 6, 2024

On February 6, 2024 Imari J. Shaw entered eternal rest in the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Imari was born on April 3, 2001 to Kirby Shaw and Nancy Jordan in Midland, Texas. From beginning to end his life was a testament to diligent kindness, creativity, and unwavering faith.

At the age of 9, Imari relocated to live...

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