Obituaries
Local Obituaries for the Midland Community
Barbara Ann Pertile
Mar 8, 2026
Barbara Ann Pertile, age 80, passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2026. A wake will be held from 7-8 PM on Thursday, March 12, 2026 at Ebenezer Baptist Church, (2400 N Tyler St, Midland, Texas ). A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, March 13, 2026, at Goodwill Missionary Baptist Church, (1001 S. Main,...
Nevatiny Don Berry
Feb 28, 2026
Nevatiny Don Berry, age 45, was born on April 11, 1980, in Midland, Texas, to Sharon Berry and Don L. Green. Nevatiny gained his wings on February 28, 2026.
Nevatiny graduated from Permian High School in Odessa, Texas. From an early age, he showed a strong interest in sports and fitness. During his time at Permian, he participated in track, basketball,...
Sulton Lee Bradley II
Feb 21, 2026
Sulton Lee Bradley II, age 66, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at Buena Vida Nursing and Rehabilitation in Odessa, Texas. He was born November 16, 1959, in Midland, TX to Igentry Massey Bradley and Winston Holt.
Sulton graduated from Midland Senior High School in 1978 and continued his education at Midland College, where he trained to become an...
James "CeCe" Timothy Braziel
Feb 19, 2026
James "Cece" Timothy Braziel Jr. was born on June 6, 2008. He gained his wings on February 18, 2026. He was born in Midland, TX, to Tabatha and James Sr.
Cece was a loving son and brother. He was known for his warm heart, sense of humor, strong spirit, and a smile that lit up a room. Cece was baptized through...
Bertha Garcia
Feb 17, 2026
Bertha Garcia, of Midland, passed away early morning February 17, 2026, peacefully with her daughter and sister-in-law by her side. Born to parents Aurelia Duran and Jose Menchaca at Poure Valley Hospital in Fort Collins, Colorado.
Bertha was known for being someone that anyone and everyone could talk to. She was known for her kindness, frankness, humor, and ability to...
Alvin James Johnson Jr.
Feb 15, 2026
Alvin James "Neckbone" Johnson Jr. was born June 29, 1961 and gained his wings Sunday February 15, 2026.
Alvin passed away at Midland Memorial Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer.
Alvin was a free thinker and an independent man. He was very talented and enjoyed acting, composing music and he was a small business owner of a holistic natural products company....
Clifton Chandler Pettis
Jan 14, 2026
Clifton Chandler McMaryion Pettis, 68 transitioned to be with the Lord on January 14, 2026. Clifton was born on November 15,1957, in McCamey, Texas to Lawrence McMaryion and Maggie Myers McMaryion. He was the 11th child out of 12 children from this matrimony.
Clifton graduated from McCamey High School in 1976. Clifton participated in several sports while in high school...
MJ Dinkins
Jan 13, 2026
MJ Dinkins, affectionately known as "Papa J," was born on March 14, 1925, in Ladonia, Texas, to Mr. and Mrs. Birge and Marine Dinkins. He was blessed with siblings including one brother, George Ramond, and two sisters, Addie Pearl and Tanzie. He lived a full and meaningful life of 100 years, marked by faith, service, wisdom, and an enduring love...
Ennis Shedwin III
Jan 9, 2026
Ennis Shedwin III
On October 20, 1972, Mr. and Mrs. Ennis Shedwin Jr. proudly welcomed a son into the world. Surrounded by love and hope, he was given his father's name and his own beginning: Ennis Shedwin III.
From his earliest years, Ennis' remarkable gifts revealed themselves with quiet certainty. Nurtured by parents who were both educators, Ennis was immersed in the...
Bonnie Tramell
Jan 9, 2026
Bonnie Tramell, age 79, went to be with her Lord and Savior on January 9, 2026 in Midland, Texas. A viewing will be held at Griffin Funeral Home in Hobbs, NM from 5-7pm (Mountain Time) on Thursday, January 15, 2026. A Celebration of Life service will be held at Griffin Funeral Home in Hobbs, NM on Friday, January 16, 2026...
Cordia Lewis Jr
Jan 6, 2026
Cordia Lewis Jr, age 73, passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. A memorial service will be held at 1:30 PM on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at Langtry Village Apartments, (2200 N Pecos Street, Midland, Texas).
Ricki Perry
Jan 4, 2026
Margaret Ann "Ricki" Perry, 93, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2026. She was the very embodiment of energy, joy, and a life fully lived.
Ricki was born on March 17, 1932, in McAlester, Oklahoma. The daughter of an Army Air Corps officer during World War II, she spent her childhood moving throughout North Dakota, New Jersey, and Missouri. Those early...
Lenneth James McKinzie
Jan 4, 2026
Lenneth James "Len" McKinzie, beloved brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on January 4, 2026 in Midland, Texas. Born on March 22, 1947, in Midland, Len was the youngest of twins born to Collier and Hepsia McKinzie. From his earliest days, he carried a quiet confidence, sharp intellect, and unmistakable wit that would become his lifelong signature.
Len graduated in 1965...
Quincy Devion Price
Jan 1, 2026
Quincy Devion Price was born on April 24, 2000, in Midland, Texas, to Quincy Deyon Ramirez and Rosalyn Shavon Liggins.
He went to Midland High School and went on to CDL school to get his license.
Quincy, also known as "Man Man", was a funny guy who loved to see others smiling and happy. He had a good heart. Quincy grew...
Joe Willie Kendrick Sr.
Dec 1, 2025
Joe Willie Kendrick Sr., age 75, passed away on Monday, December 1, 2025. A viewing will be held at 6:00 PM on Thursday, 12/11/2025 at Mayberry Funeral Home, (406 E Illinois Ave, Midland, Texas, 79701). A Celebration of Life service will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, 12/12/2025, at Goodwill Missionary Baptist Church, (1001 S. Main, Midland, Texas).
James Jackson Jr.
Nov 28, 2025
James Jackson Jr., age 76, passed away on Friday, November 28, 2025. A viewing will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, 12/12/2025 at Mayberry Funeral Home, (406 E Illinois Ave, Midland, Texas, 79701). A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, 12/13/2025, at Lamesa Road Church of Christ, (3409 N Lamesa Rd, Midland, Texas...
Raphael DeBrett Sullivan
Nov 23, 2025
Raphael "Brett" Sullivan, age 52, gained his wings on November 23, 2025. Brett was born August 5, 1973, in Midland, Texas. He was the proud son of Shelia Griffith and Aubrey Sullivan, and was also lovingly raised by his stepdad, William Griffith.
Brett attended and graduated from Lee High School in Midland, Texas. There he played football and track. After...
Curtis Ward Jaquan Laury
Nov 10, 2025
Curtis Laury, age 25, passed away in Odessa, Texas. A Celebration of Life service will be held on Tuesday, 12/2/2025 at 11am at Mayberry Funeral Home, (406 E Illinois Ave, Midland, Texas).
Robert Ramos Castillo
Nov 3, 2025
Robert was a very special and amazing Man and very loved in our community. He was born in Snyder, Texas in 1961 and moved to Midland when He was 18 years old. He has been in Midland, Texas over 40 years. He is survived by his brother Mike Castillo and Legendz Barbershop and loving community. Proceeded in death by His...
Cora Lee Jones
Oct 24, 2025
Mrs. Cora Lee Collins Jones was born on December 9, 1933, to Rev. Clifton Jackson Collins and Mother Mary Eldee Livingston Collins in Mexia, Texas. She was number seven of eleven children born to this union: Clifton (CJ) Jackson Jr., Nobel (Harvey) Collins, Boyce Collins, Myrtle Williams, Thadeus Collins, Herman Collins, Zealuiar Nettles, Juanita Powers, Rosemary Miles, and Shirley Moore.
...
Barbara Ann Pertile
Mar 8, 2026
Barbara Ann Pertile, age 80, passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2026. A wake will be held from 7-8 PM on Thursday, March 12, 2026 at Ebenezer Baptist Church, (2400 N Tyler St, Midland, Texas ). A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, March 13, 2026, at Goodwill Missionary Baptist Church, (1001 S. Main,...
Nevatiny Don Berry
Feb 28, 2026
Nevatiny Don Berry, age 45, was born on April 11, 1980, in Midland, Texas, to Sharon Berry and Don L. Green. Nevatiny gained his wings on February 28, 2026.
Nevatiny graduated from Permian High School in Odessa, Texas. From an early age, he showed a strong interest in sports and fitness. During his time at Permian, he participated in track, basketball,...
Sulton Lee Bradley II
Feb 21, 2026
Sulton Lee Bradley II, age 66, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at Buena Vida Nursing and Rehabilitation in Odessa, Texas. He was born November 16, 1959, in Midland, TX to Igentry Massey Bradley and Winston Holt.
Sulton graduated from Midland Senior High School in 1978 and continued his education at Midland College, where he trained to become an...
James "CeCe" Timothy Braziel
Feb 19, 2026
James "Cece" Timothy Braziel Jr. was born on June 6, 2008. He gained his wings on February 18, 2026. He was born in Midland, TX, to Tabatha and James Sr.
Cece was a loving son and brother. He was known for his warm heart, sense of humor, strong spirit, and a smile that lit up a room. Cece was baptized through...
Bertha Garcia
Feb 17, 2026
Bertha Garcia, of Midland, passed away early morning February 17, 2026, peacefully with her daughter and sister-in-law by her side. Born to parents Aurelia Duran and Jose Menchaca at Poure Valley Hospital in Fort Collins, Colorado.
Bertha was known for being someone that anyone and everyone could talk to. She was known for her kindness, frankness, humor, and ability to...
Alvin James Johnson Jr.
Feb 15, 2026
Alvin James "Neckbone" Johnson Jr. was born June 29, 1961 and gained his wings Sunday February 15, 2026.
Alvin passed away at Midland Memorial Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer.
Alvin was a free thinker and an independent man. He was very talented and enjoyed acting, composing music and he was a small business owner of a holistic natural products company....
Clifton Chandler Pettis
Jan 14, 2026
Clifton Chandler McMaryion Pettis, 68 transitioned to be with the Lord on January 14, 2026. Clifton was born on November 15,1957, in McCamey, Texas to Lawrence McMaryion and Maggie Myers McMaryion. He was the 11th child out of 12 children from this matrimony.
Clifton graduated from McCamey High School in 1976. Clifton participated in several sports while in high school...
MJ Dinkins
Jan 13, 2026
MJ Dinkins, affectionately known as "Papa J," was born on March 14, 1925, in Ladonia, Texas, to Mr. and Mrs. Birge and Marine Dinkins. He was blessed with siblings including one brother, George Ramond, and two sisters, Addie Pearl and Tanzie. He lived a full and meaningful life of 100 years, marked by faith, service, wisdom, and an enduring love...
Ennis Shedwin III
Jan 9, 2026
Ennis Shedwin III
On October 20, 1972, Mr. and Mrs. Ennis Shedwin Jr. proudly welcomed a son into the world. Surrounded by love and hope, he was given his father's name and his own beginning: Ennis Shedwin III.
From his earliest years, Ennis' remarkable gifts revealed themselves with quiet certainty. Nurtured by parents who were both educators, Ennis was immersed in the...
Bonnie Tramell
Jan 9, 2026
Bonnie Tramell, age 79, went to be with her Lord and Savior on January 9, 2026 in Midland, Texas. A viewing will be held at Griffin Funeral Home in Hobbs, NM from 5-7pm (Mountain Time) on Thursday, January 15, 2026. A Celebration of Life service will be held at Griffin Funeral Home in Hobbs, NM on Friday, January 16, 2026...
Cordia Lewis Jr
Jan 6, 2026
Cordia Lewis Jr, age 73, passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. A memorial service will be held at 1:30 PM on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at Langtry Village Apartments, (2200 N Pecos Street, Midland, Texas).
Ricki Perry
Jan 4, 2026
Margaret Ann "Ricki" Perry, 93, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2026. She was the very embodiment of energy, joy, and a life fully lived.
Ricki was born on March 17, 1932, in McAlester, Oklahoma. The daughter of an Army Air Corps officer during World War II, she spent her childhood moving throughout North Dakota, New Jersey, and Missouri. Those early...
Lenneth James McKinzie
Jan 4, 2026
Lenneth James "Len" McKinzie, beloved brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on January 4, 2026 in Midland, Texas. Born on March 22, 1947, in Midland, Len was the youngest of twins born to Collier and Hepsia McKinzie. From his earliest days, he carried a quiet confidence, sharp intellect, and unmistakable wit that would become his lifelong signature.
Len graduated in 1965...
Quincy Devion Price
Jan 1, 2026
Quincy Devion Price was born on April 24, 2000, in Midland, Texas, to Quincy Deyon Ramirez and Rosalyn Shavon Liggins.
He went to Midland High School and went on to CDL school to get his license.
Quincy, also known as "Man Man", was a funny guy who loved to see others smiling and happy. He had a good heart. Quincy grew...
Joe Willie Kendrick Sr.
Dec 1, 2025
Joe Willie Kendrick Sr., age 75, passed away on Monday, December 1, 2025. A viewing will be held at 6:00 PM on Thursday, 12/11/2025 at Mayberry Funeral Home, (406 E Illinois Ave, Midland, Texas, 79701). A Celebration of Life service will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, 12/12/2025, at Goodwill Missionary Baptist Church, (1001 S. Main, Midland, Texas).
James Jackson Jr.
Nov 28, 2025
James Jackson Jr., age 76, passed away on Friday, November 28, 2025. A viewing will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, 12/12/2025 at Mayberry Funeral Home, (406 E Illinois Ave, Midland, Texas, 79701). A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, 12/13/2025, at Lamesa Road Church of Christ, (3409 N Lamesa Rd, Midland, Texas...
Raphael DeBrett Sullivan
Nov 23, 2025
Raphael "Brett" Sullivan, age 52, gained his wings on November 23, 2025. Brett was born August 5, 1973, in Midland, Texas. He was the proud son of Shelia Griffith and Aubrey Sullivan, and was also lovingly raised by his stepdad, William Griffith.
Brett attended and graduated from Lee High School in Midland, Texas. There he played football and track. After...
Curtis Ward Jaquan Laury
Nov 10, 2025
Curtis Laury, age 25, passed away in Odessa, Texas. A Celebration of Life service will be held on Tuesday, 12/2/2025 at 11am at Mayberry Funeral Home, (406 E Illinois Ave, Midland, Texas).
Robert Ramos Castillo
Nov 3, 2025
Robert was a very special and amazing Man and very loved in our community. He was born in Snyder, Texas in 1961 and moved to Midland when He was 18 years old. He has been in Midland, Texas over 40 years. He is survived by his brother Mike Castillo and Legendz Barbershop and loving community. Proceeded in death by His...
Cora Lee Jones
Oct 24, 2025
Mrs. Cora Lee Collins Jones was born on December 9, 1933, to Rev. Clifton Jackson Collins and Mother Mary Eldee Livingston Collins in Mexia, Texas. She was number seven of eleven children born to this union: Clifton (CJ) Jackson Jr., Nobel (Harvey) Collins, Boyce Collins, Myrtle Williams, Thadeus Collins, Herman Collins, Zealuiar Nettles, Juanita Powers, Rosemary Miles, and Shirley Moore.
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