Obituaries

Jun 21, 2024

Frank Madrid Orona, 78, of Pecos, TX, passed peacefully away on June 21, 2024, in his home.Frank was born on May 11, 1946, to Susano V. & Juanita M. Orona in Pecos, TX. Frank worked many years with Rowan Drilling Company and retired from the Pecos-Barstow-Toyah Independent School District later in life.In 1964, Frank met Susie Juarez in Pecos, TX....

Jun 18, 2024

In loving memory of Salvador "Chilin" Muniz, who peacefully passed away at the age of 67 on June 18, 2024, surrounded by the warmth of his home in Pecos, Texas. Born on January 22, 1957, in the same town to his beloved parents Dolores and Rosa Muniz.

Salvador cherished moments spent with his dear friends and family, finding joy in their...

Jun 14, 2024

Elizabeth ("Liz") Elaine Lewis passed away Friday June 14, 2024 in Pecos, Texas. A memorial will be held at the Balmorhea Methodist Church at 10:30 AM CST on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 with a luncheon to follow at the Balmorhea Civic Center. Interment will follow on Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 11:00 AM MST at the Cienega Cemetery, Cienega, New...

Jun 14, 2024

Reyes Gonzalez Rodriguez, 74, of Pecos, Tx. passed away on Friday, June 14, 2024 at his residence. Reyes was born on April 29, 1950 to Felix and Maria Gonzalez Rodriguez in Barstow, Tx. Reyes was married to Norina Salas Rodriguez. Reyes went to school in Barstow in his younger years, and also attended Fort Stockton High School if Fort Stockton...

Jun 8, 2024

James Darwin Petty, age 58 of Pecos, Texas, passed away on Saturday, June 8, 2024 in Pecos, Texas. James was born in Pecos, Texas to Roy and Sara Peters on August 31, 1958. He attended Pecos schools. He married Wendy Dunivan, the love of his life, on September 20, 2000 in Pecos, Texas. He worked as a carpenter and was...

Jun 8, 2024

Jesus Manuel "Shumo" Lara, 69, of Pecos, Tx. passed away in Odessa, Tx on Saturday, June 8, 2024. Shumo was born on May 9, 1955 to Santiago Lara and Maria Espinosa Lara in Eloy, Arizona.  Shumo was a big Dallas Cowboy fan, he attended Pecos High School were he graduated. Shumo loved music, spending time with his family and friends,...

Jun 8, 2024

Juana Jaso Herrera, 82, earned her wings on Saturday, June 8, 2024. She won her battle with cancer and passed peacefully surrounded by her children and loved ones. Juanita was born on August 29, 1941 in Balmorhea, Texas to Manuel and Maria Jaso. She was a lifetime Pecos resident and faithful Catholic. Juanita married Carlos Herrera on August 20, 1961 and...

Jun 2, 2024

Jun 1, 2024

Jun 1, 2024

Esteban A. Barrera Sr., 89, of Pecos, Tx., was summoned by our Heavenly Father on June 1, 2024. Esteban was born on December 26, 1934 to Fransico Barrera and Patronila Acosta Barrera, he was a devoted Catholic and a Life long Pecos resident. He was always a hard worker and provider. He worked different Jobs when young to help his...

May 31, 2024

Newton Ted Painter, 77, passed from this earth May 31, 2024, in Odessa, Texas. Ted was born to Newt and Edna Painter on October 21, 1946 in Taylor, Texas. Ted was a graduate of Pecos High School, Texas University in Austin and Texas Tech Law School. He served in the 82nd Airborne Division of the U S Army before attending law...

May 28, 2024

James Garcia, 54, of Pecos, Texas, after completing his mission here on Earth, was called by God to his eternal resting place on May 28, 2024. James was born on July 1, 1969 in Pecos, TX, to Edward and Aida Garcia. After attending Pecos High School, James went on to serve as a United States Marine and was a proud...

May 28, 2024

Noel Natividad Marruffo, 60 of Pecos, Tx. passed away on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 in Odessa, Tx. Noel was born on December 2, 1963 to Jesus and Lucinda Natividad Marruffo in Pecos, Tx. Noel was a very honest, friendly, and honest person. Noel was in the Civil Air Patrol when he was young and went to school in Pecos, Tx. Noel...

May 25, 2024

Daniel "Danny" Magdaleno Morales, age 48, suddenly passed away on Saturday, May 25, 2024. His loss was completely unexpected, and his family and many friends are utterly devastated.Visitation for Danny will be held on Thursday, May 30, 2024 from 1:00pm - 9:00pm with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00pm at Pecos Funeral Home.Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00...

May 21, 2024

Drake James Bradley, 34, of Pecos, TX passed away on May 21, 2024 in Lubbock, TX.  A Family and Friends gathering will be Tuesday, May 28, 2024 from 6pm to 7 pm at Pecos Funeral Home.Funeral services will be held at 10 am Wednesday, May 29 2024 at Pecos Funeral Home with Kyle Doan, officiating. Burial will follow at Mount Evergreen...

May 19, 2024

May 18, 2024

Sue Prendergast Dorr, 85, of Midland, Texas died Saturday, May 18, 2024. A memorial service will be held on Friday, May 31, 2024 at 10 a.m. at the First Christian Church on 1301 W Louisiana Ave in Midland. Sue was born October 4, 1938, in Chickasha, Oklahoma. She graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a bachelor's degree in elementary education....

May 17, 2024

The Lord called home a humble servant this past week. Maria Amelia Klingemann of Ojinaga, Chihuahua Mexico was born on July 9, 1950 to Eusebio and Clementina Rodriguez. Maria passed away this past Friday, May 17, 2024 in Odessa, Texas. Maria married John Klingemann in March of 1973 in Ojinaga where they lived for a short time before moving to...

May 12, 2024

Zelma Lee (Bunny) Canon, 98, died peacefully Sunday, May 12, 2024.  She was born May 4, 1926, in Las Cruces, New Mexico, to Cecil James and Jennie May Lee. She married James Roy (Buddy) Canon June 29, 1949, and they were married over 50 years. She was a lifelong resident of Pecos but had roots in Barstow. They raised two...

May 11, 2024

Consuelo Paz Flores, known to her loved ones as Chelo, peacefully passed away on May 11, 2024, at the age of 89. She was born on April 4, 1935, in San Benito, Texas, to Manuel and Ascencion Gaitan Paz and most recently resided in Pecos, Texas. Consuelo was a talented flower arranger and homemaker who found joy in creating beautiful flower...