Obituaries
Local Obituaries for the Midland Community
Joshua Mateo Fuentes
Jun 5, 2024
Baby Joshua Mateo Fuentes transitioned into the arms of Jesus on June 5, 2024 in Lubbock, Texas, surrounded by his adoring family. Joshua was born on April 21, 2024 to Triston Nino Fuentes and Syrianna Jolie Perez in Midland, Texas.
Joshua was a wonderful baby who loved being with his parents and family. He will be deeply missed by all...
Henry Leester Jackson
Jun 5, 2024
Known by many names; Cosmo, Hightower, Action Jackson, Too Tall, and his self-proclaimed Dr. Jackson, Henry Leester Jackson Jr. was born to the late Supt. Henry Leester Jackson Sr. and Nannie Lee Jackson on February 10,1954. And who knew from this moment on our lives would be forever changed.
Raised in Plainview, T, were he relentlessly courted and married Willie Faye...
Alicia Gonzales
May 31, 2024
Alicia Gonzales, known as "Chachi," passed away peacefully on Friday, May 31st, 2024, in Midland, TX, surrounded by her loved ones. Chachi was a remarkable woman who touched the lives of many with her warmth and kindness.
Alicia, born on October 5th, 1960, was a beloved wife to her high school sweetheart Henry Gonzales Sr. for 46 years. Together...
Briggett Edith Jefferson
May 24, 2024
Briggett Edith Jefferson went to be with her Lord and Savior on May 24, 2024 at the age of 63. She was born January 2, 1961 in Sweetwater, Texas to Ulice "Bill" Braziel and Bilie Sue Nelson Jefferson. Soon after, she was adopted by Clinton "fatty" Jefferson.
Briggett had a zest for life that was contagious and she will be...
John Orville Richard
May 21, 2024
John Richard, age 41, of Midland, Texas, passed away Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at his home in Midland, Texas.
John was born July 01, 1982 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, a son of James Richard and Charlotte Florence Eaton. John was married to the love of his life, Maribel Lopez. John was raised Baptist and had been employed as an IT manager...
Kendra Nicole Vollmers
May 21, 2024
Kendra Nicole Vollmers, cherished daughter, mother, sister and friend, went to be with her Lord on May 21, 2024. She was born on October 6, 1989, to Richard Dwayne Flournoy and Michelle Ann Vollmers.
Kendra was loyal to a fault and loved very deeply. She had a unique ability to put everyone before herself and was fiercely protective and at the...
Daniel DeLeon Sr.
May 3, 2024
Daniel DeLeon Sr., went to be with his Lord on May 3, 2024, at the age of 68. Born on March 13, 1956, in Midland to the late Jose Sr. and Rebecca DeLeon, Daniel leaves behind a legacy of love, generosity, and hard work.
Daniel's devotion to his wife, Antonia, was evident in their 50 years of marriage, a bond that...
Stevie Ray Cemental
Apr 22, 2024
Stevie Ray Cemental of Odessa, Texas was born on May 20, 1991 to Dora Cemental Brito. Although his upbringing was unique, he found mentorship and father figures in Eli Garcia Jr. and Bernabé Brito Jr. who loved him as their own. From a young age, he was good at making people laugh. Stevie had a love for helping people and...
Elnora McKee
Apr 21, 2024
The Mckee family comes together to celebrate the life of our beloved mother, our Diva Elnora Mckee.
Mom was born on January 20,1942 in Lubbock Texas. Mom met and married the love of her life Jasper Mckee in 1959. Mom and dad were blessed with eight beautiful children.
Mom worked at the Midland Children's Rehabilitation Center for 53 years before retiring. Elnora...
Ymari Collins
Apr 19, 2024
Ymari Isiah Collins, born on November 21, 1999 in Portsmouth, VA, went to be with the Lord on April 19, 2024.
Ymari was raised in a nurturing home where the values of love, faith, and respect were deeply ingrained within him. His life reflected a profound devotion to God, family, and community. Ymari was a respectable young man who loved sports,...
Mary Swindell
Apr 19, 2024
Proverbs 31:10
Who can find a virtuous woman. For her price is far above rubies.
On September 14, 1934, Mary Lou Hall was the fourth child of 10 born to the parents of Alice and Charlie Hall in Reagan, Texas (Falls County). Her father relocated his family to Midland in 1949, where she completed her education and was a proud graduate...
Rebecca Brown Dinkins
Apr 17, 2024
Rebecca Brown Dinkins, age 79, born in Freestone County, passed away on Wednesday, 04/17/2024, in Midland, TX. Viewing will be held 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Saturday, April 27th, 2024 at Mayberry Funeral Home, 406 E Illinois Ave, Midland, TX. Graveside services will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, April 27th, 2024 at Resthaven Memorial Park, in Midland, TX.
John Walker
Apr 12, 2024
John Willie Walker, 65, of Midland, Texas, was called home on April 12, 2024, in his hometown. Born on October 9, 1958 to John W. Walker and Willie L. Norwoord. He had a robust love for life and an uncanny ability to bring laughter and joy to those around him.
John was in the Midland Senior High School graduating class...
Angel Gabriel Rodriquez
Apr 10, 2024
Baby Angel Gabriel Rodriquez transitioned back into the arms of the Lord on April 10, 2024.
Angel is the son of Luis Gabriel Rodriquez Sr. and Felicity Celeste Rodriguez.
A visitation (5-7pm) and Rosary Service (7-8pm) will be held on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at Mayberry Funeral Home in Midland, Texas. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, April...
Marlen Medrano Torres
Apr 10, 2024
Marlen Medrano Torres, age 30, went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. A Viewing will be held 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday, April 15th, 2024 at Mayberry Funeral Home. A Rosary Service will be held from 7-8 PM.
Tameca Nicole Robinson
Apr 9, 2024
Tameca Nicole Robinson, age 45, born in Midland, TX, passed away on Tuesday, 04/09/2024, in Midland, TX.
Felipe Avila Alcala
Apr 8, 2024
Felipe Avila, 39 años. se fue a brazos del Señor el dia 8 de Abril de 2024 en Midland Texas. El Velorio comenzara a las 5:00 PM a 9:00 PM el dia martes 16 de Abril del 2024 en Mayberry Funeral Home con un servicio de Rosario de 7:00 PM a 8:00 PM el mismo dia.
Richard Earl Hemphill
Apr 7, 2024
October 21, 1957- April 07, 2024
Richard Earl Hemphill was born in Midland, Tx. to the late Elnora Shaw, and Billy Woods. Richard attended Washington Elementary and later attended Carver High School. Richard occupied numerous job positions throughout his career, with his most significant roles being at Rocky Ford and Mayflower moving company. Richard enjoyed depicting his culinary skills (cooking), dancing,...
Alice Faye Robinson
Apr 5, 2024
Alice Faye Robinson, beloved matriarch, departed from this world to be with her Lord on April 5, 2024. Born to Amos and Dessie Stallworth on September 21,1937, in Many, Louisiana, Alice lived a life defined by dedication, hard work, and unwavering love for her family.
Throughout her life, Alice exemplified the virtues of commitment and diligence, whether it was in her...
Shirley Marie Howard
Apr 1, 2024
Shirley Marie (Johnson) Howard also known as "The Hat Lady", was born on May 28, 1952 in Midland, Texas to Richard Johnson and Mattie Maxwell Johnson Thomas. She peacefully passed away on Monday, April 1, 2024 surrounded by family.
She attended schools in the Midland Independent School District and graduated from Midland High School where she participated in sports. She...
Joshua Mateo Fuentes
Jun 5, 2024
Baby Joshua Mateo Fuentes transitioned into the arms of Jesus on June 5, 2024 in Lubbock, Texas, surrounded by his adoring family. Joshua was born on April 21, 2024 to Triston Nino Fuentes and Syrianna Jolie Perez in Midland, Texas.
Joshua was a wonderful baby who loved being with his parents and family. He will be deeply missed by all...
Henry Leester Jackson
Jun 5, 2024
Known by many names; Cosmo, Hightower, Action Jackson, Too Tall, and his self-proclaimed Dr. Jackson, Henry Leester Jackson Jr. was born to the late Supt. Henry Leester Jackson Sr. and Nannie Lee Jackson on February 10,1954. And who knew from this moment on our lives would be forever changed.
Raised in Plainview, T, were he relentlessly courted and married Willie Faye...
Alicia Gonzales
May 31, 2024
Alicia Gonzales, known as "Chachi," passed away peacefully on Friday, May 31st, 2024, in Midland, TX, surrounded by her loved ones. Chachi was a remarkable woman who touched the lives of many with her warmth and kindness.
Alicia, born on October 5th, 1960, was a beloved wife to her high school sweetheart Henry Gonzales Sr. for 46 years. Together...
Briggett Edith Jefferson
May 24, 2024
Briggett Edith Jefferson went to be with her Lord and Savior on May 24, 2024 at the age of 63. She was born January 2, 1961 in Sweetwater, Texas to Ulice "Bill" Braziel and Bilie Sue Nelson Jefferson. Soon after, she was adopted by Clinton "fatty" Jefferson.
Briggett had a zest for life that was contagious and she will be...
John Orville Richard
May 21, 2024
John Richard, age 41, of Midland, Texas, passed away Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at his home in Midland, Texas.
John was born July 01, 1982 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, a son of James Richard and Charlotte Florence Eaton. John was married to the love of his life, Maribel Lopez. John was raised Baptist and had been employed as an IT manager...
Kendra Nicole Vollmers
May 21, 2024
Kendra Nicole Vollmers, cherished daughter, mother, sister and friend, went to be with her Lord on May 21, 2024. She was born on October 6, 1989, to Richard Dwayne Flournoy and Michelle Ann Vollmers.
Kendra was loyal to a fault and loved very deeply. She had a unique ability to put everyone before herself and was fiercely protective and at the...
Daniel DeLeon Sr.
May 3, 2024
Daniel DeLeon Sr., went to be with his Lord on May 3, 2024, at the age of 68. Born on March 13, 1956, in Midland to the late Jose Sr. and Rebecca DeLeon, Daniel leaves behind a legacy of love, generosity, and hard work.
Daniel's devotion to his wife, Antonia, was evident in their 50 years of marriage, a bond that...
Stevie Ray Cemental
Apr 22, 2024
Stevie Ray Cemental of Odessa, Texas was born on May 20, 1991 to Dora Cemental Brito. Although his upbringing was unique, he found mentorship and father figures in Eli Garcia Jr. and Bernabé Brito Jr. who loved him as their own. From a young age, he was good at making people laugh. Stevie had a love for helping people and...
Elnora McKee
Apr 21, 2024
The Mckee family comes together to celebrate the life of our beloved mother, our Diva Elnora Mckee.
Mom was born on January 20,1942 in Lubbock Texas. Mom met and married the love of her life Jasper Mckee in 1959. Mom and dad were blessed with eight beautiful children.
Mom worked at the Midland Children's Rehabilitation Center for 53 years before retiring. Elnora...
Ymari Collins
Apr 19, 2024
Ymari Isiah Collins, born on November 21, 1999 in Portsmouth, VA, went to be with the Lord on April 19, 2024.
Ymari was raised in a nurturing home where the values of love, faith, and respect were deeply ingrained within him. His life reflected a profound devotion to God, family, and community. Ymari was a respectable young man who loved sports,...
Mary Swindell
Apr 19, 2024
Proverbs 31:10
Who can find a virtuous woman. For her price is far above rubies.
On September 14, 1934, Mary Lou Hall was the fourth child of 10 born to the parents of Alice and Charlie Hall in Reagan, Texas (Falls County). Her father relocated his family to Midland in 1949, where she completed her education and was a proud graduate...
Rebecca Brown Dinkins
Apr 17, 2024
Rebecca Brown Dinkins, age 79, born in Freestone County, passed away on Wednesday, 04/17/2024, in Midland, TX. Viewing will be held 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Saturday, April 27th, 2024 at Mayberry Funeral Home, 406 E Illinois Ave, Midland, TX. Graveside services will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, April 27th, 2024 at Resthaven Memorial Park, in Midland, TX.
John Walker
Apr 12, 2024
John Willie Walker, 65, of Midland, Texas, was called home on April 12, 2024, in his hometown. Born on October 9, 1958 to John W. Walker and Willie L. Norwoord. He had a robust love for life and an uncanny ability to bring laughter and joy to those around him.
John was in the Midland Senior High School graduating class...
Angel Gabriel Rodriquez
Apr 10, 2024
Baby Angel Gabriel Rodriquez transitioned back into the arms of the Lord on April 10, 2024.
Angel is the son of Luis Gabriel Rodriquez Sr. and Felicity Celeste Rodriguez.
A visitation (5-7pm) and Rosary Service (7-8pm) will be held on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at Mayberry Funeral Home in Midland, Texas. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, April...
Marlen Medrano Torres
Apr 10, 2024
Marlen Medrano Torres, age 30, went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. A Viewing will be held 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday, April 15th, 2024 at Mayberry Funeral Home. A Rosary Service will be held from 7-8 PM.
Tameca Nicole Robinson
Apr 9, 2024
Tameca Nicole Robinson, age 45, born in Midland, TX, passed away on Tuesday, 04/09/2024, in Midland, TX.
Felipe Avila Alcala
Apr 8, 2024
Felipe Avila, 39 años. se fue a brazos del Señor el dia 8 de Abril de 2024 en Midland Texas. El Velorio comenzara a las 5:00 PM a 9:00 PM el dia martes 16 de Abril del 2024 en Mayberry Funeral Home con un servicio de Rosario de 7:00 PM a 8:00 PM el mismo dia.
Richard Earl Hemphill
Apr 7, 2024
October 21, 1957- April 07, 2024
Richard Earl Hemphill was born in Midland, Tx. to the late Elnora Shaw, and Billy Woods. Richard attended Washington Elementary and later attended Carver High School. Richard occupied numerous job positions throughout his career, with his most significant roles being at Rocky Ford and Mayflower moving company. Richard enjoyed depicting his culinary skills (cooking), dancing,...
Alice Faye Robinson
Apr 5, 2024
Alice Faye Robinson, beloved matriarch, departed from this world to be with her Lord on April 5, 2024. Born to Amos and Dessie Stallworth on September 21,1937, in Many, Louisiana, Alice lived a life defined by dedication, hard work, and unwavering love for her family.
Throughout her life, Alice exemplified the virtues of commitment and diligence, whether it was in her...
Shirley Marie Howard
Apr 1, 2024
Shirley Marie (Johnson) Howard also known as "The Hat Lady", was born on May 28, 1952 in Midland, Texas to Richard Johnson and Mattie Maxwell Johnson Thomas. She peacefully passed away on Monday, April 1, 2024 surrounded by family.
She attended schools in the Midland Independent School District and graduated from Midland High School where she participated in sports. She...
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