Obituaries

Mar 16, 2025

Gloria Ann Bowers, a cherished Mother, Grandmother and Sister, was gently called to her eternal resting place on March 16, 2025, at the age of 81. Born on July 7, 1943, in Abilene, Texas, Gloria filled her world with love and kindness as the daughter of Albert and Beryle Lockett.

She is lovingly remembered by her family as a guiding light,...

Mar 14, 2025

Rosario Lopez, 93, of Midland, Texas, passed away on March 14, 2025, in Midland, Texas.

Rosario was born in Santa Babara, Chihuahua, Francisco and Rosario Carrera on June 20, 1932. She married Edmundo Lopez Sr. in Chihuahua in 1950.

Rosario is preceded in death by her loving husband Edmundo Lopez Sr., son Carlos Lopez and daughter Mary Lopez.

She is survived by his...

Mar 13, 2025

Ramon L. Natividad, 83, of Pecos, Texas, passed away on March 13, 2025, in Odessa, Texas.

Ramon was born on November 1, 1941, in Saragosa, Texas, to Eustaquio and Teodora Natividad. He married the love of his life, Rachel Salcido, in November 1963 in Pecos, and together they built a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories.

Ramon worked in various...

Mar 11, 2025

Elma Elia Cervantes, 84, of Pecos, Texas, passed away on March 11, 2025.

She was born on August 10, 1940, in Mulato, Chihuahua, to parents Martin and Cruz Valenzuela. Elma was a dedicated and hardworking mother and wife, known for her unwavering love, selflessness, and strength.

On June 21, 1961, she married the love of her life, Ruben Acosta Cervantes, in Ojinaga,...

Mar 7, 2025

Nuestra amada Maribel Salgado se unió a Cristo en el Cielo el 7 de marzo de 2025. Enfrentó la vida con una fortaleza extraordinaria, una perseverancia inquebrantable y un corazón lleno de amor, incluso ante la adversidad.

Maribel nació en La Esmeralda, Chihuahua, México, el 31 de agosto de 1965, hija de Martina García y Raúl García. Vivió una vida marcada...

Mar 5, 2025

William E. Upchurch, 65, passed away on March 5, 2025 after a life dedicated to service and family. Born on February 12, 1960, William was a beloved father, dedicated public servant, animal lover and a cherished friend to many.

William proudly served his community in law enforcement, beginning his career as a deputy in Presidio County and later as a federal...

Mar 1, 2025

Delia Jimenez, 71, of Odessa, Texas passed away on Saturday, March 1, 2025, in Odessa, Texas.

Delia was born in Pecos, Texas to Concepcion and Adela Martinez on December 21, 1953.

She went to school in Balmorhea, Texas where she graduated from Balmorhea High School. Delia later married Juan Jimenez on September 28, 1974, in Odessa, Texas. She worked as a customer...

Mar 1, 2025

Maria Estela Sanchez, beloved homemaker and devoted mother, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2025, in Odessa, Texas. Born on November 7, 1942, in Ojinaga, Chihuahua, Mexico, she lived a life marked by dedication to her family and the warmth of a loving home.

Maria was married to Daniel Sanchez Valenzuela in Presidio, Texas, with whom she shared many cherished years...

Feb 21, 2025

Jesus H. "Chuy" Muniz, 76, passed away on February 21, 2025, in McAllen, TX. 

Chuy is survived by his wife, Elvira Muniz; four children, Jesus Muniz (Delma), Monica Muniz (Eduardo), Rosanna Muniz, and Edward Licon (Tricia); five grandchildren, Patrick Muniz (Greg), Noah Fernandez, Katherine Fernandez, Tara Licon, and Tiffany Licon; two siblings, Monce Acosta, and Chuco Muniz.

Chuy’s entrepreneurial spirit emerged early—at...

Feb 21, 2025

 Charley William Oates was born on October 16, 1943 in Saragosa, Texas to Halley Oates and Jay M. Oates. He died February 21, 2025.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 1:00 pm in Balmorhea Texas at the Balmorhea Community Center

 Preceding him in death is his sister, Marian J. Oates Borden and son, Russell M....

Feb 18, 2025

Consuelo P. Arreguy 78 yrs, a long life resident of Pecos, TX, went to rest with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on February 18, 2025. 

Consuelo was born on May 29, 1946 to Amada "Amadita" and Candelario Pena in Barstow TX.

Visitation for Consuelo will be held on Thursday February 27, 2025 from 12:00pm to 9:00 pm at Pecos Funeral Home....

Feb 17, 2025

Kelly Maureen Blanchard Noland 64, of Midland, Texas passed peacefully at home on February 17, 2025.

Kelly was born on November 19, 1960 in Pecos, Texas to James Clark Blanchard and Lenora Zerelda Kelly Blanchard.

Kelly was preceded in death by her parents.

Kelly is survived by her daughter, Jessica Bragg of San Angelo, Texas her son, Oliver Noland (partner Reagan Kramer) of...

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Feb 14, 2025

Eduardo C. Fuentes, Sr. aged 58, of Pecos passed away peacefuly in his home surrounded by his loved ones on Friday February 14, 2025. It was his son's birthday.

 

Eduardo was born in Pecos on April 19, 1966 in Pecos, Tx to Santiago and Maria Fuentes. He is preceded in death by his father Santiago Fuentes, and brother Bobby Fuentes.

 

A Rosary...

Feb 14, 2025

Sofia Ortega Armendarez, 36, of Pecos, Texas, passed away on February 14, 2025, in Pecos, Texas.

Visitation will be on Monday, March 3, 2025, at Pecos Funeral Home from 9:00am to 9:00pm. Rosary will be March 3, 2025, at Pecos Funeral Home at 7:00pm. Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at Santa Rosa De Lima Catholic Church...

Feb 9, 2025

Chandler Leigh Nuncio, 60, passed away February 9, 2025 in Pecos, TX. He had family present and knew how much he was loved and admired for his life and for his courageous, all-too-brief battle with esophageal cancer.   Leigh was born in Orlando, FL on July 23, 1964 and spent the first part of his childhood there. His family later...

Feb 7, 2025

Genoveva Contreras Gonzales, age 92 of Barstow, passed away on February 7, 2025, in Pecos, Texas.

Visitation will be Thursday, February 13, 2025, from 9:00AM to 9:00PM with a Holy Rosary to be recited at 7:00pm at Pecos Funeral Home

Funeral Mass for Genoveva will be celebrated Friday, February 14, 2025, at 10:00AM, at Our Lady of Refuge Catholic Church in Barstow...

Feb 7, 2025

Valentina B. Natividad, 91, of Saragosa, Texas passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family on February 7, 2025.

Valentina was born to her mother Gabriela Mendoza in Candelaria, Texas on March 18, 1933 and grew up in Marfa, Texas until she married Manuel Natividad. She then moved to Saragosa, Texas where she remained until her passing.

Valentina was a devoted...

Feb 3, 2025

Petra Gutierrez, 87, of Pecos, Tx. passed away on February 3, 2025 in Pecos. 

The Celebration of Life Service will be held at 10 am Saturday, February 22 at Pecos Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Patrick Mulholland officiating. Arrangements are by Pecos Funeral Home.

Petra was born in Fort Stockton, Tx to Francisco and Elisa Gomez on April 29, 1937.

Petra is survived...

Jan 28, 2025

Anita Garcia Barragan, 64 of Barstow Texas, Passed away on January 28, 2025 in Pecos, Texas.

Visitation for Anita will be held on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 from 9:00 am - 9:00 pm at Peaceful Garden Funeral Home and on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 from 1:00 pm -9:00 pm at Pecos Funeral Home. A Holy Rosary will be recited at 7:00...