Obituaries
Local Obituaries for the Midland Community
Gary Lee Nathan Jr.
Jan 16, 2025
Gary "Pooky" Lee Nathan Jr. was born February 7, 1971, to Hattie and the late Gary Nathan Sr. in Midland, Texas.
Gary Jr. attended Booker T. Washington Elementary School and graduated from Midland High School in 1989. Gary Jr. continued his education at Paul Quinn College. Gary Jr. worked for the company Greystar, where he was known for his dedication, strong...
Carlos Ramos
Jan 13, 2025
Carlos Ramos passed away on January 13, 2025 at the age of 19. Carlos was born to Juan and Rosa Ramos on September 14, 2005 in Odessa Texas.
Carlos was known for his sense of humor, always ready to crack a joke or a make a crazy face to get a laugh. He had a beautiful soul, always putting others before...
Brendon Rae Martinez
Jan 13, 2025
Brendon Rae Martinez, 19, passed away on January 13, 2025, in Odessa Texas.
During his passing he was not alone, he was accompanied by his best friend Carlos Ramos.
They were always together and shared a lot of similarities from their favorite color purple, gold jewelry, taste in music, and their plans for the future.
Brendon was born on October 17, 2005,...
Hooey Lynn Rodriquez
Jan 6, 2025
Hooey Lynn Rodriquez, a bright and beautiful light in this world, went to be with the Lord on January 6, 2025 at the age of 10. Hooey was born to Cory and Amber Rodriquez on April 25, 2014.
Hooey was a proud Dallas Cowboys fan, a Lego master, and a collector of Hot Wheels and remote-control cars. His curiosity and...
Milburn Sanders Jr
Jan 4, 2025
Milburn" Sugar Jr." Sanders Jr. went to be with the Lord on January 4, 2025. Milburn was born on March 4, 1945, to the late Milburn Sanders Sr. and Josie Niblett Sanders in Midland, Texas.
Milburn attended Booker T. Washington Elementary School and George Washington Carver Jr. & Sr. High School where he received his GED.
Milburn then went on to...
Clara Moore
Dec 31, 2024
Mae Moore, lovingly known as "Nana" to family and friends and "Sister" to her siblings, was a cherished spiritual person, a compassionate soul, and a beacon of God's light. She peacefully transitioned on December 31st, 2024, at 92 years young, surrounded by the comfort of her home in Dallas, Texas. Her presence will be deeply missed as she leaves a...
Ellen Ann Smith
Dec 26, 2024
Ellen Ann Smith, age 87, passed away on Thursday, 12/26/2024, in Midland, TX. Viewing will be held 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Friday, January 3rd, 2025 at Mayberry Funeral Home, 406 E Illinois Ave, Midland. Celebration Of Life will be held 1:00 PM Saturday, January 4th, 2025 at Greater St. Luke AME Church, 401 S. Adams St, Midland. Interment will...
Seward Lorenzo Swann
Dec 24, 2024
Seward Lorenzo Swann, age 49, born in Midland, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, December 24, 2024, in Midland, TX. Viewing will be held 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM Wednesday, January 1st, 2025 at Mayberry Funeral Home, 406 E Illinois Ave, Midland, Texas. Celebration Of Life will be held 1:00 PM Thursday, January 2nd, 2025 at Mayberry Funeral Home.
Roosevelt Wiley Jr
Dec 13, 2024
Roosevelt "June Bug" Wiley Jr., went to be with the Lord on December 13, 2024. Roosevelt was born on March 23, 1951 in Odessa, Texas to the late Ollie Hallcy and Roosevelt Wiley Sr.
Roosevelt was known for his unwavering work ethic and dedication to providing for his family. A man of integrity and compassion, he worked tirelessly to ensure...
Jerry Edwards
Dec 13, 2024
Jerry Edwards, 56, went to be with the Lord on December 13, 2024, leaving a legacy of warmth, joy and love for life. Jerry was born on May 8, 1968, in Hearne, Texas to Ella Schrock and Ezell Edwards.
Jerry had a passion for basketball, always ready to hit the court with a competitive spirit and a smile on his face....
Rickey Lee Bowers
Dec 4, 2024
Rickey Lee Bowers, 66, went to be with the Lord on December 4, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, loyalty, and laughter. Rickey was born on May 30, 1958 in Midland, Texas to the late Raymond and Lucy Bowers.
Rickey was a family man through and through. His favorite sister, Gloria Jackson-affectionately known as "Tunt"-was his partner in crime....
Patricia Ann Peppentenzza- Gomez
Nov 23, 2024
Patricia Ann Gomez, age 44, passed away on Monday, November 23, 2024, in Odessa, Texas. Born on September 14, 1980, in Orlando, Florida, Patricia brought warmth, joy, and laughter to all who knew her.
Patricia was a true people person, known for her vibrant spirit and love of conversation. Her radiant smile and contagious laugh lit up every room she entered,...
De'Andre Allen Jefferson
Nov 16, 2024
De'Andre "Dre" Allen Jefferson, age 27, of Midland, Texas, went to be with his Lord on Saturday, November 16, 2024. Dre, better known to his friends as "Spuddy", was born on July 10, 1997 to Dorothy Monroe and Raymond Jefferson. Dre was known for his infectious sense of humor and his deep love of life.
Dre had a passion for music...
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...
Gary Lee Nathan Jr.
Jan 16, 2025
Gary "Pooky" Lee Nathan Jr. was born February 7, 1971, to Hattie and the late Gary Nathan Sr. in Midland, Texas.
Gary Jr. attended Booker T. Washington Elementary School and graduated from Midland High School in 1989. Gary Jr. continued his education at Paul Quinn College. Gary Jr. worked for the company Greystar, where he was known for his dedication, strong...
Carlos Ramos
Jan 13, 2025
Carlos Ramos passed away on January 13, 2025 at the age of 19. Carlos was born to Juan and Rosa Ramos on September 14, 2005 in Odessa Texas.
Carlos was known for his sense of humor, always ready to crack a joke or a make a crazy face to get a laugh. He had a beautiful soul, always putting others before...
Brendon Rae Martinez
Jan 13, 2025
Brendon Rae Martinez, 19, passed away on January 13, 2025, in Odessa Texas.
During his passing he was not alone, he was accompanied by his best friend Carlos Ramos.
They were always together and shared a lot of similarities from their favorite color purple, gold jewelry, taste in music, and their plans for the future.
Brendon was born on October 17, 2005,...
Hooey Lynn Rodriquez
Jan 6, 2025
Hooey Lynn Rodriquez, a bright and beautiful light in this world, went to be with the Lord on January 6, 2025 at the age of 10. Hooey was born to Cory and Amber Rodriquez on April 25, 2014.
Hooey was a proud Dallas Cowboys fan, a Lego master, and a collector of Hot Wheels and remote-control cars. His curiosity and...
Milburn Sanders Jr
Jan 4, 2025
Milburn" Sugar Jr." Sanders Jr. went to be with the Lord on January 4, 2025. Milburn was born on March 4, 1945, to the late Milburn Sanders Sr. and Josie Niblett Sanders in Midland, Texas.
Milburn attended Booker T. Washington Elementary School and George Washington Carver Jr. & Sr. High School where he received his GED.
Milburn then went on to...
Clara Moore
Dec 31, 2024
Mae Moore, lovingly known as "Nana" to family and friends and "Sister" to her siblings, was a cherished spiritual person, a compassionate soul, and a beacon of God's light. She peacefully transitioned on December 31st, 2024, at 92 years young, surrounded by the comfort of her home in Dallas, Texas. Her presence will be deeply missed as she leaves a...
Ellen Ann Smith
Dec 26, 2024
Ellen Ann Smith, age 87, passed away on Thursday, 12/26/2024, in Midland, TX. Viewing will be held 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Friday, January 3rd, 2025 at Mayberry Funeral Home, 406 E Illinois Ave, Midland. Celebration Of Life will be held 1:00 PM Saturday, January 4th, 2025 at Greater St. Luke AME Church, 401 S. Adams St, Midland. Interment will...
Seward Lorenzo Swann
Dec 24, 2024
Seward Lorenzo Swann, age 49, born in Midland, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, December 24, 2024, in Midland, TX. Viewing will be held 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM Wednesday, January 1st, 2025 at Mayberry Funeral Home, 406 E Illinois Ave, Midland, Texas. Celebration Of Life will be held 1:00 PM Thursday, January 2nd, 2025 at Mayberry Funeral Home.
Roosevelt Wiley Jr
Dec 13, 2024
Roosevelt "June Bug" Wiley Jr., went to be with the Lord on December 13, 2024. Roosevelt was born on March 23, 1951 in Odessa, Texas to the late Ollie Hallcy and Roosevelt Wiley Sr.
Roosevelt was known for his unwavering work ethic and dedication to providing for his family. A man of integrity and compassion, he worked tirelessly to ensure...
Jerry Edwards
Dec 13, 2024
Jerry Edwards, 56, went to be with the Lord on December 13, 2024, leaving a legacy of warmth, joy and love for life. Jerry was born on May 8, 1968, in Hearne, Texas to Ella Schrock and Ezell Edwards.
Jerry had a passion for basketball, always ready to hit the court with a competitive spirit and a smile on his face....
Rickey Lee Bowers
Dec 4, 2024
Rickey Lee Bowers, 66, went to be with the Lord on December 4, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, loyalty, and laughter. Rickey was born on May 30, 1958 in Midland, Texas to the late Raymond and Lucy Bowers.
Rickey was a family man through and through. His favorite sister, Gloria Jackson-affectionately known as "Tunt"-was his partner in crime....
Patricia Ann Peppentenzza- Gomez
Nov 23, 2024
Patricia Ann Gomez, age 44, passed away on Monday, November 23, 2024, in Odessa, Texas. Born on September 14, 1980, in Orlando, Florida, Patricia brought warmth, joy, and laughter to all who knew her.
Patricia was a true people person, known for her vibrant spirit and love of conversation. Her radiant smile and contagious laugh lit up every room she entered,...
De'Andre Allen Jefferson
Nov 16, 2024
De'Andre "Dre" Allen Jefferson, age 27, of Midland, Texas, went to be with his Lord on Saturday, November 16, 2024. Dre, better known to his friends as "Spuddy", was born on July 10, 1997 to Dorothy Monroe and Raymond Jefferson. Dre was known for his infectious sense of humor and his deep love of life.
Dre had a passion for music...
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...
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