Obituaries

May 17, 2023

On Wednesday, May 17th, 2023, Rosa Catherine Smith, the embodiment of West Texas hospitality, passed peacefully at her home in Burnet, Texas with her devoted son, James Henry Smith, at her side.

Born December 3rd, 1931, to William Samual and Lillie Vie Rhinehart French in Anson, Texas, Rosa was one of five sisters. Her formative years were...

May 15, 2023

Louise Averett Steward passed away peacefully at home with her family on Monday, May 15, 2023, at the ripe age of 90.

Louise, of Odessa, Texas was born on July 14, 1932, in Trickham, TX in Coleman County, Texas to Robert Crawford Averett and Bryson Dial Averett.

She married Raymond Steward on January 21,1951 in...

May 14, 2023

Jerry Alan Lanning, 68, of Odessa, Texas, passed away on Sunday, May 14th, 2023, in Lubbock, Texas.

Visitation services will be held at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home, Thursday, May 18th, 2023, from 6:00 PM to 8;00 PM, Family and friends are invited to join.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM, Friday, May 19th,...

May 12, 2023

Elizabeth “Beth” Mae Lyons, 80, Newark, DE, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, May 12, 2023.

She was born to parents, Mae and Arleigh Clemens of Woodbury, NJ. In Philadelphia, PA on July 11, 1942.

Beth was a talented piano and organ player, who brought joy with her music for decades to churchgoers throughout Delaware and New...

May 10, 2023

Donna Jan Kemp, 80, of Odessa, TX, went to be with the Lord on May 10, 2023.

Jan was born in Phillips, Texas, on September 22, 1942, to Kenneth and Lucy Ann Holmes. Jan is preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Carl Kemp.  She is survived by her sons Mel Kemp and Joe Kemp;...

May 9, 2023

With heavy hearts, our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, Wanda Hockett Goodson of Livingston Texas formerly of Odessa, Texas has passed away. Wanda was born to Dewey and Wilma Hockett in Odessa, Texas October 12, 1947, and died in Jasper Texas, May 9, 2023.

Graveside services will be held on Saturday, May 13, 2023, at 10:00...

May 9, 2023

Enlo Dwain Davis was born on March 29, 1941, in Odessa, Texas and passed from this life to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at the age of 82.

Dwain was a lifelong Christian who was member of the Assembly of God family. He was one of the last of...

May 7, 2023

Michael Don Cartwright, 70, of Hobbs, New Mexico, passed away on Sunday, May 7, 2023, in Odessa, Texas. Mike was a beloved father, brother, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Memorial service will be held for family and friends at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at 1:00 PM. Reverend Dr....

May 5, 2023

Former Odessan Jessie Ruth “Sandy” Coleman, 95, passed away on Friday, May 5, 2023, in Dallas, Texas. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who will be deeply missed by her family and friends.

Sandy was born Jessie Ruth Sanderson to Lola Maggie and Jimmie Sanderson in Martindale, Texas, on September 18, 1927. After graduating...

May 3, 2023

Carole Ann Schwartz, 84, of Odessa, Texas passed away peacefully on May 3rd, 2023.

Carole was born in Sayre, Pennsylvania, to Howard and Sadie Wolcott on April 12, 1939. She grew up in Sayre and fondly spoke of her family and life there. Her favorite memory to tell was how she greeted soldiers on the train behind...

May 2, 2023

This is the story of Craig Winborn,

Craig Viereck Winborn was a man of drive, generosity, and joy. He will forever have a place in our hearts and minds for the happiness he brought to this world. Our “Bigdaddy” age of 81, passed away peacefully at his home in the arms of his loved ones on Tuesday,...

May 1, 2023

October 9, 1956 – May 1, 2023

Jim LeMarr was born to L. William and Ruby M (Shank) Lemarr on October 9, 1956, in Tulsa, OK. After several years of struggling with heart problems, Jim left this life on May 1, 2023. Jim grew up in Sperry, OK. He attended the University of Tulsa, graduating in 1979...

Apr 30, 2023

Stella Mae Ahrlett, age 92, of Odessa, passed away on Sunday, April 30, 2023, in Odessa, Texas.

Visitation will be Friday, May 5, 2023, from 6 PM to 8 PM at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home.

A funeral service will be held at 10: 00 AM, Saturday May 6, 2023, at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home. Pastor...

Apr 28, 2023

Craig Davis Brazell, 68, of Midland rose to be with his Savior on Friday, April 28, 2023, after a long battle with cancer.

He was born in McCamey, Texas, on April 14, 1955, to Bobby and Saralu Brazell. He received his high school diploma from Odessa High School in 1973.

His lifelong profession was in...

Apr 25, 2023

Harrison E. Acton “H.A”

Harrison E. Acton “H.A.”, age 80, passed away April 25, 2023, in Odessa, Texas.

Harrison was Born November 29, 1942, in Seminole, TX, to Hazel and Harrison Acton. He married Jacqueline Hargraves in Odessa. He worked at Merchants Motor Lanes for 28 years. After retirement, he enjoyed hunting and fishing, NASCAR,...

Apr 23, 2023

Jimmy Dan Watters passed away on Sunday, April 23, 2023, at his home in Odessa, TX. He was born on October 13, 1957, in Levelland, TX.

Jimmy was a loving husband, father, brother, and grandfather, who will be deeply missed by his family and friends. He owned different businesses throughout his career and his passion was for...

Apr 23, 2023

Elaine Bell 86 of Odessa, Texas passed away on Sunday, April 23, 2023, at her home surrounded by her loved ones.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, April 26, 2023, at Mission Dorado Baptist Church with her pastor Jonathan Coleman officiating.  A burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens.

Apr 22, 2023

Carl H. Kemp, 82, of Odessa, TX, went to be with the Lord on April 22, 2023.

Carl was born in Borger, Texas, to Kenneth and Leola Kemp. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Jan Kemp; sons Mel Kemp and Joe Kemp; daughter Kimber Snider; sisters Theresa Hubbard and Marsha Jones; grandchildren and great-grandchildren...

Apr 18, 2023

Ramona Grace Bishop, 74, of Odessa, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, in Odessa, Texas.

Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, April 22, 2023, at Sherwood Church of Christ with Lynn Money of Sherwood Church of Christ officiating. Arrangements are by Sunset Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home.

Ramona Bishop was...

Apr 17, 2023

Johnny Dale Ratliff departed his loving family on Monday, April 17, 2023, aged 67.

He was born on April 8, 1956, at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, to Johnny Norman Ratliff and Nancy Jo Cody. John was an Air Force brat who traveled the world with his family living in several states and foreign countries...