Obituaries

Local Obituaries for the Midland Community

Jessica Shanae Williams

Jessica Shanae Williams

Jan 4, 2024

Jessica Shanae Williams of Midland went to be with the Lord on January 4, 2024 at the age of 36.

Jessica was born to Edith Hall and Cleveland Williams Jr. on August 7, 1987 in Midland, Texas

Jessica was a woman of great love and lived life to the fullest. Always the jokester, she was rarely seen without a big smile...

Claudia Ann Gunter

Claudia Ann Gunter

Jan 3, 2024

Claudia Ann Wood Gunter of Midland, Texas went to be with the Lord on January 3,2024 at the age of 75. Claudia was born to Claudie and Martha Wood on April 28, 1948.

Claudia, or known to most as "Grandma", cherished spending time with her family; although she seemed to love the little ones the most.

She was a strong...

Marie Britton

Marie Britton

Dec 31, 2023

Marie Britton, Age 68, went to be with her Lord on Sunday, December 31, 2023 in Midland, TX.

Marie was born to Isiah Carden Sr. and Maurine Govan on March 10, 1955 in Fairfield, Texas. She graduated from Midland High School in 1973 and went on to pursue higher education, studying bookkeeping at Midland College and later obtaining her Certificate as...

Otha Lee Rule Sr.

Otha Lee Rule Sr.

Dec 29, 2023

"After you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you." 1 Peter 5:10

Otha Lee Rule Sr. was born on Sunday, August 20, 1961 in Inverness, MS to the late Inez Rule and fathered by the late Walter Rule.

He...

Clarieca Tabors

Clarieca Tabors

Dec 23, 2023

Clarieca "Reca" Tabors, age 71, of Midland went to be with her Lord and Savior on December 23, 2023.

Reca was born on January 5, 1952 in Midland to Clarence Gipson Sr. and Rosetta Tate Moore.

Cooking and family were Reca's two biggest loves. She cooked for a living, and cooked at home for her family and friends. She was known...

Bridgette Yvette Dickens

Bridgette Yvette Dickens

Dec 10, 2023

Bridgette Yvette Dickens, age 59, of Midland went to be with her Lord and Savior on December 10, 2023.

Bridgette was born on June 5, 1964 to George and Maurine Dickens in Midland, Texas. She was a very active member of Alexander Temple COGIC in Midland.

Bridgette had a true joy for living life and was known to be a...

Tamekia Marja Moten

Tamekia Marja Moten

Dec 1, 2023

Tamekia Marja Moten, age 32, passed away on Friday, December 1, 2023.

Tamekia loved life and lived it to the fullest. She always had a smile on her face. She was known by everyone as an amazing person who lit up the room when she walked in. Tamekia was a loving and kind person who was always willing to help others...

Elnora Vines Hill

Elnora Vines Hill

Nov 20, 2023

Elnora Vines Hill, age 83, of Midland, Texas, went to be with her Lord and Savior Monday, November 20, 2023.

Elnora was born July 23, 1940, in Mount Pleasant, Texas to Charles and Everlina Vines on November 29, 1956, in Littlefield, Texas. She was a long-time, active member of Mount Rose Full Gospel Baptist Church, where she served faithfully for...

Rodney Dale Johnson

Rodney Dale Johnson

Nov 19, 2023

Rodney Dale Johnson, age 70, of Midland, Texas, passed away Sunday, November 19, 2023 at Midland Memorial Hospital in Midland, Texas.

Rodney was born September 09, 1953 in Odessa, Texas, a son of Runnie Johnson and Dorothy Mae Livingston Johnson. He married the love of his life, Shirley Shaw on June 26, 1984 in Odessa Texas. Rodney was a hard worker...

Garry Wayne Montgomery

Garry Wayne Montgomery

Nov 17, 2023

Garry Wayne Montgomery, age 62, of Midland, Texas, passed away Friday, November 17, 2023 in Midland, Texas.

Garry was born March 06, 1961 in Houston, Texas to Elmer and Dorothy Bray Montgomery. Garry was a Strong & hard worker. He did't believe in "calling in" and never missed a day of work. He always kept a job and was a fast...

Roy Edward Johnson Sr.

Roy Edward Johnson Sr.

Nov 15, 2023

Roy Edward Johnson Sr., passed away November 15, 2023, at the age of 81. He was born on Christmas Day 1941 in Beaumont, Texas to Dan and Mable (Durant) Johnson and was the eldest of six children.

Roy attended Big Spring High School and later moved to Los Angeles, where he pursued a career as a chef. He settled in...

Aitana Ramos

Aitana Ramos

Oct 21, 2023

Baby Aitana Ramos, of Odessa, TX, transitioned back into the arms of Jesus on Saturday, 10/21/2023.

Luis Gabriel Rodriquez Jr.

Luis Gabriel Rodriquez Jr.

Oct 18, 2023

Luis Gabriel Rodriquez Jr. transitioned back into the arms of the Lord on October 18, 2023.

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

A visitation (5-7pm) and Rosary (7-8pm) will be held on Monday, October 23, 2023 at Mayberry Funeral Home in Midland, Texas. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, October 24,...

Janette Adona Harris

Janette Adona Harris

Oct 5, 2023

Janette "Jan" Adona Harris, age 61, of Midland, Texas, went to be with her Lord and Savior on October 5, 2023.

Janette was born May 05, 1962 in San Angelo, Texas, a daughter of Roy Franklin and Paula Harris Thompson.

Janette was raised attending New Jerusalem Baptist Church. She attended Midland High School and graduated in 1980. While in high school,...

Bobby Joe Davis

Bobby Joe Davis

Sep 1, 2023

Bobby J Davis (Tree), age 82, of Midland, TX passed away September 1, 2023 to join his Lord. Bobby was born August 19, 1941 in Clarksville, TX to the late Wallace Eugene Davis, Sr. and Katherine Hearne Davis. Bobby is a graduate from Carver "Hornets" High School.

Bobby served in the US Army from 1964 to 1966 and is a...

Carolyn Evans

Carolyn Evans

Aug 28, 2023

Carolyn Evans, age 57, of Midland, Texas, joined her Lord and Savior in Heaven on August 28, 2023. Carolyn was born to Clemmie Evans and Addie Minor on May 7, 1966 in Muleshoe, Texas.

Carolyn was known for her outgoing personality, selflessness, and love for her family. She had a passion for listening to music and her smile lit up the...

Wendell Carvel Yarborough

Wendell Carvel Yarborough

Aug 28, 2023

In Loving Memory of Wendell Yarborough

April 1964 - August 2023



With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Wendell Yarborough, who left this world on August 28, 2023. He was 59 years old.



Born on April 16, 1964, Wendell Yarborough touched the lives of many during his time with us.



Wendell's kindness was evident in his interactions. He had...

Jaime G Salazar

Jaime G Salazar

Aug 28, 2023

Jaime G. Salazar, 68, of Midland, Texas, rested peacefully on August 28, 2023. Jaime was born to Benedicto Salazar and Julieta Salazar on August 9, 1955 in Chihuahua, Mexico.

Jaime graduated from Socorro High School in El Paso, Texas. He worked for the City of Midland for over 20 years in their traffic division. Jaime was known by everyone as an...

Eugene Brown V                             "Bam Bam"

Eugene Brown V "Bam Bam"

Aug 13, 2023

Eugene Valentino-Thomas Brown V, known by everyone as "Bam" or "Bam Bam", went to be with his Lord on August 13, 2023 at the age of 23. Bam was born to Eugene Valentino-Thomas Brown IV and Catherine Renee' Randolph-Brown on April 29, 2000 in Midland, Texas.

Bam is survived by his mother, father and wife, Makaila Norris; mother in law,...

David Lee Hardan

David Lee Hardan

Aug 1, 2023

David Lee Hardan passed away on August 1, 2023 in Midland, Texas. He was born to David Lee Hardan Sr. and Geneva Mathis Hardan on October 2, 1981. David is survived by the love of his life, Stephanie Richards, his mother, as well as several beloved nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father.

David lived life to...

Jessica Shanae Williams

Jessica Shanae Williams

Jan 4, 2024

Jessica Shanae Williams of Midland went to be with the Lord on January 4, 2024 at the age of 36.

Jessica was born to Edith Hall and Cleveland Williams Jr. on August 7, 1987 in Midland, Texas

Jessica was a woman of great love and lived life to the fullest. Always the jokester, she was rarely seen without a big smile...

Claudia Ann Gunter

Claudia Ann Gunter

Jan 3, 2024

Claudia Ann Wood Gunter of Midland, Texas went to be with the Lord on January 3,2024 at the age of 75. Claudia was born to Claudie and Martha Wood on April 28, 1948.

Claudia, or known to most as "Grandma", cherished spending time with her family; although she seemed to love the little ones the most.

She was a strong...

Marie Britton

Marie Britton

Dec 31, 2023

Marie Britton, Age 68, went to be with her Lord on Sunday, December 31, 2023 in Midland, TX.

Marie was born to Isiah Carden Sr. and Maurine Govan on March 10, 1955 in Fairfield, Texas. She graduated from Midland High School in 1973 and went on to pursue higher education, studying bookkeeping at Midland College and later obtaining her Certificate as...

Otha Lee Rule Sr.

Otha Lee Rule Sr.

Dec 29, 2023

"After you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you." 1 Peter 5:10

Otha Lee Rule Sr. was born on Sunday, August 20, 1961 in Inverness, MS to the late Inez Rule and fathered by the late Walter Rule.

He...

Clarieca Tabors

Clarieca Tabors

Dec 23, 2023

Clarieca "Reca" Tabors, age 71, of Midland went to be with her Lord and Savior on December 23, 2023.

Reca was born on January 5, 1952 in Midland to Clarence Gipson Sr. and Rosetta Tate Moore.

Cooking and family were Reca's two biggest loves. She cooked for a living, and cooked at home for her family and friends. She was known...

Bridgette Yvette Dickens

Bridgette Yvette Dickens

Dec 10, 2023

Bridgette Yvette Dickens, age 59, of Midland went to be with her Lord and Savior on December 10, 2023.

Bridgette was born on June 5, 1964 to George and Maurine Dickens in Midland, Texas. She was a very active member of Alexander Temple COGIC in Midland.

Bridgette had a true joy for living life and was known to be a...

Tamekia Marja Moten

Tamekia Marja Moten

Dec 1, 2023

Tamekia Marja Moten, age 32, passed away on Friday, December 1, 2023.

Tamekia loved life and lived it to the fullest. She always had a smile on her face. She was known by everyone as an amazing person who lit up the room when she walked in. Tamekia was a loving and kind person who was always willing to help others...

Elnora Vines Hill

Elnora Vines Hill

Nov 20, 2023

Elnora Vines Hill, age 83, of Midland, Texas, went to be with her Lord and Savior Monday, November 20, 2023.

Elnora was born July 23, 1940, in Mount Pleasant, Texas to Charles and Everlina Vines on November 29, 1956, in Littlefield, Texas. She was a long-time, active member of Mount Rose Full Gospel Baptist Church, where she served faithfully for...

Rodney Dale Johnson

Rodney Dale Johnson

Nov 19, 2023

Rodney Dale Johnson, age 70, of Midland, Texas, passed away Sunday, November 19, 2023 at Midland Memorial Hospital in Midland, Texas.

Rodney was born September 09, 1953 in Odessa, Texas, a son of Runnie Johnson and Dorothy Mae Livingston Johnson. He married the love of his life, Shirley Shaw on June 26, 1984 in Odessa Texas. Rodney was a hard worker...

Garry Wayne Montgomery

Garry Wayne Montgomery

Nov 17, 2023

Garry Wayne Montgomery, age 62, of Midland, Texas, passed away Friday, November 17, 2023 in Midland, Texas.

Garry was born March 06, 1961 in Houston, Texas to Elmer and Dorothy Bray Montgomery. Garry was a Strong & hard worker. He did't believe in "calling in" and never missed a day of work. He always kept a job and was a fast...

Roy Edward Johnson Sr.

Roy Edward Johnson Sr.

Nov 15, 2023

Roy Edward Johnson Sr., passed away November 15, 2023, at the age of 81. He was born on Christmas Day 1941 in Beaumont, Texas to Dan and Mable (Durant) Johnson and was the eldest of six children.

Roy attended Big Spring High School and later moved to Los Angeles, where he pursued a career as a chef. He settled in...

Aitana Ramos

Aitana Ramos

Oct 21, 2023

Baby Aitana Ramos, of Odessa, TX, transitioned back into the arms of Jesus on Saturday, 10/21/2023.

Luis Gabriel Rodriquez Jr.

Luis Gabriel Rodriquez Jr.

Oct 18, 2023

Luis Gabriel Rodriquez Jr. transitioned back into the arms of the Lord on October 18, 2023.

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

A visitation (5-7pm) and Rosary (7-8pm) will be held on Monday, October 23, 2023 at Mayberry Funeral Home in Midland, Texas. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, October 24,...

Janette Adona Harris

Janette Adona Harris

Oct 5, 2023

Janette "Jan" Adona Harris, age 61, of Midland, Texas, went to be with her Lord and Savior on October 5, 2023.

Janette was born May 05, 1962 in San Angelo, Texas, a daughter of Roy Franklin and Paula Harris Thompson.

Janette was raised attending New Jerusalem Baptist Church. She attended Midland High School and graduated in 1980. While in high school,...

Bobby Joe Davis

Bobby Joe Davis

Sep 1, 2023

Bobby J Davis (Tree), age 82, of Midland, TX passed away September 1, 2023 to join his Lord. Bobby was born August 19, 1941 in Clarksville, TX to the late Wallace Eugene Davis, Sr. and Katherine Hearne Davis. Bobby is a graduate from Carver "Hornets" High School.

Bobby served in the US Army from 1964 to 1966 and is a...

Carolyn Evans

Carolyn Evans

Aug 28, 2023

Carolyn Evans, age 57, of Midland, Texas, joined her Lord and Savior in Heaven on August 28, 2023. Carolyn was born to Clemmie Evans and Addie Minor on May 7, 1966 in Muleshoe, Texas.

Carolyn was known for her outgoing personality, selflessness, and love for her family. She had a passion for listening to music and her smile lit up the...

Wendell Carvel Yarborough

Wendell Carvel Yarborough

Aug 28, 2023

In Loving Memory of Wendell Yarborough

April 1964 - August 2023



With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Wendell Yarborough, who left this world on August 28, 2023. He was 59 years old.



Born on April 16, 1964, Wendell Yarborough touched the lives of many during his time with us.



Wendell's kindness was evident in his interactions. He had...

Jaime G Salazar

Jaime G Salazar

Aug 28, 2023

Jaime G. Salazar, 68, of Midland, Texas, rested peacefully on August 28, 2023. Jaime was born to Benedicto Salazar and Julieta Salazar on August 9, 1955 in Chihuahua, Mexico.

Jaime graduated from Socorro High School in El Paso, Texas. He worked for the City of Midland for over 20 years in their traffic division. Jaime was known by everyone as an...

Eugene Brown V                             "Bam Bam"

Eugene Brown V "Bam Bam"

Aug 13, 2023

Eugene Valentino-Thomas Brown V, known by everyone as "Bam" or "Bam Bam", went to be with his Lord on August 13, 2023 at the age of 23. Bam was born to Eugene Valentino-Thomas Brown IV and Catherine Renee' Randolph-Brown on April 29, 2000 in Midland, Texas.

Bam is survived by his mother, father and wife, Makaila Norris; mother in law,...

David Lee Hardan

David Lee Hardan

Aug 1, 2023

David Lee Hardan passed away on August 1, 2023 in Midland, Texas. He was born to David Lee Hardan Sr. and Geneva Mathis Hardan on October 2, 1981. David is survived by the love of his life, Stephanie Richards, his mother, as well as several beloved nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father.

David lived life to...

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