Obituaries

Benigno Jimenez Garcia, Sr.

Benigno Jimenez Garcia, Sr.

Jan 10, 2024

Mr. Benigno Garcia, Senior, of Crane, Texas, passed away on January 10, 2024, at the age of ninety-one at his home.

Mr. Garcia was born on February 13th of 1932 in San Carlos, Coahuila, Mexico. He married Petra Torres  Vasquez on August 5, 1962. They were married for sixty-one years.  Mr. Garcia worked as a ranch hand in Ozona and...

Laura Amacker Eaves

Laura Amacker Eaves

Dec 24, 2023

Laura Eaves' exciting 89 year adventure has come to an end. She passed away peacefully on December 24, 2023 with family members by her side after a long battle with Alzheimer's. Laura's creed was kindness and her currency was friendship. Her generous nature touched the lives of all that knew her.

Laura was born to Robert and Velma Amacker in...

Juanita Bernadean Welch

Juanita Bernadean Welch

Dec 24, 2023

Juanita Bernadean Welch, 69, of Midland, Texas passed away on Sunday December 24, 2023, in Big Lake, Texas.  Juanita was born on March 15, 1954, in Abilene, Texas.

 

Viewing will be held on Thursday, December 28, 2023, from 1:00-2:00 Texas time, at the Shaffer-Nichols funeral home in McCamey followed with services starting at 2:00pm with Ted Creech officiating. Burial...

Kristie Dawn Grigsby

Kristie Dawn Grigsby

Dec 23, 2023

In loving memory of Kristie Dawn Grigsby

(September 9, 1977 - December 23, 2023)

 

Kristie Grigsby, a cherished daughter, sister, mother, aunt, niece, and cousin, peacefully passed away on December 23, 2023, at 5:56 pm. She was born in San Angelo, Texas, to Gerald & Stacy Grigsby.

 

Kristie's vibrant spirit and infectious laughter touched the lives of those...

Margaret McDonald Ballew

Margaret McDonald Ballew

Dec 21, 2023

Margaret went to be with the Lord on December 21st, 2023, surrounded by her friends and family. She was born in Crane, Texas on September 6th of 1952.

Margaret lived most of her life in Girvin, Texas on the ranch. She was always on the move whether it was working, golfing or spending time with her friends and family. She...

Elena "Nena" Garcia

Elena "Nena" Garcia

Dec 2, 2023

Elena Garcia, 90, a long-time resident of McCamey, Texas passed away on December 2, 2023.

 

She was born in Adobes, Texas, on July 16, 1933.  She enjoyed cooking for her family.  Taking her grandkids to the “moon” was her way of telling them they were going to the store.  You could find mom playing cards or dominos with her...

Mitzi Michele Lobaton

Mitzi Michele Lobaton

Nov 26, 2023

Our dear Mother Mitzi Michele Lobaton passed away in the afternoon of November 26th in Crane, Texas. She was a loving and caring mother, as well as an amazing grandmother who loved sunflowers, butterflies, spending time with her grandkids, dancing, doing puzzles and crossword searches. She also enjoyed sewing blankets for her grandchildren. 

 

She is survived by her mother, Beverly Massingill of...

Roy Keith Reedy

Roy Keith Reedy

Nov 25, 2023

Roy Keith Reedy January 29, 1963 - Nov 25, 2023 

 

Roy Keith Reedy, 60, of Odessa, Texas, passed from this earth to spend eternity with his Lord and Savior on November 25th, 2023,  from Lung cancer. A memorial service will be held at Tabernacle Baptist Church at 207 W 5th in Crane on Tuesday, November 28th at 2:00 pm.

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Colette L. Drake

Colette L. Drake

Nov 18, 2023

ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS

 

Colette L. Drake, 48, of Crane TX, formally of New York, passed away Saturday November 18th 2023.

 

Colette was born March 22, 1975 in Elmira, NY to the late Robert R. Green and Etta K. Hoad.

 

On September 14th 2002, in the town of Canisteo, NY she married Mark A. Drake, who resides...

Nell Bryson

Nell Bryson

Nov 17, 2023

Nell Bryson, of McCamey Texas, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2023 at the age of 90. 

 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Stanley Bryson and a daughter, Kathy Bounds.

 

Nell is survived by three daughters, Rhonda Ecroyd, Bonnie Copeland, and Ruby Fourcade; stepson Joe Bryson, and stepdaughter Elaine McKee as well as numerous grandchildren, great...

Robert Gail "Bob" Wilkinson

Robert Gail "Bob" Wilkinson

Nov 15, 2023

Robert Gail "Bob" Wilkinson, a beloved brother, husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, peacefully departed this world on November 15, 2023, in College Station, Texas. He was 82 years old.

 

Born on November 13, 1941, in San Marcos, Texas, to E.B. "Bill" & Mary (Deviney) Wilkinson, Bob grew up in various communities in Texas and SE New Mexico before his...

Glenda Renfro

Glenda Renfro

Nov 15, 2023

Glenda Beth Price Renfro went to be with our Lord and Savior on November 15, 2023, after a lengthy illness.  Services will be held on Monday, November 20, 2023, at 10:00 am at Shaffer-Nichols Chapel. Interment will follow.

 

Glenda Beth was born September 29, 1947 to Glenn and Mildred Price.  She attended Ropes schools and South Plains College. It...

Mark Woodfin

Mark Woodfin

Nov 15, 2023

Mark Woodfin, 57 of Crane, TX, passed away on November 15, 2023.

 

Born to Esther Wilson and Doug Woodfin on September 10, 1966 in Rankin, TX. He was preceded in death by his mother, Esther Wilson, father Doug Woodfin, and daughter Jennifer Tavarez. Mark is survived by his wife Denise Woodfin, his children Stormie Rodriguez and husband Marcos, Tyler...

Gloria O. Calderazzo

Gloria O. Calderazzo

Nov 11, 2023

Gloria Ovella Odom Calderazzo was born on May 3,1939 to Arbie Lee Odom and Jessie Mae Tunnell Odom.  She passed away peacefully on Saturday November 11, 2023 in Annapolis Maryland.  

 

Gloria attended Roscoe Schools as a child and graduated from Iraan High School.  She then went on to continue her education at Sul Ross University and received another degree...

Sean Miles Smith

Sean Miles Smith

Nov 7, 2023

Sean Miles Smith, tragically and unexpectedly passed on November 7, 2023.

Sean was born on August 11, 1992, to Sarah Acosta and Kirby Smith in Odessa, Texas.

 

Sean is survived by his son Landon Smith and daughter Paris Smith of McCamey, Texas; Fiancé Jazlen Mireles of McCamey; his parents, Samuel (Sammy) and Sarah Acosta of McCamey; his brother(s) Brett...

Ruth Jayne Steele Loftin

Ruth Jayne Steele Loftin

Nov 2, 2023

Ruth Jayne Steele Loftin, age 89, left her earthly home for her heavenly one on November 2, 2023.

 

She was born in Bruin, Butler County, Pennsylvania on October 5, 1934, to Lee Carl and Jennie Elizabeth Luce Steele who preceded her in death.  Ruth was also preceded in death by her husband, Joe Garner Loftin, her brothers: Lee Carl...

William Merle Caldwell

William Merle Caldwell

Nov 2, 2023

William Merle Caldwell, 78, of McCamey, passed away on Thursday, November 2, 2023, at the McCamey Convalescent Center.

 

He was born on March 30, 1945, in San Angelo, Tx to James William and Ollie Frances Starns Caldwell.

Merle came to McCamey as a small child and resided here until his death. He worked for McCamey ISD from 2-1-1966 until...

Sylvia Cruz

Sylvia Cruz

Oct 31, 2023

 

In loving memory of our Mother, Sylvia Grado Cruz

August 24, 1960 - October 31, 2023

 

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, whose laughter could light up a room! She was known by many for her love of cooking. In the kitchen, in the echoes of her laughter, and...

Marcela J. Rodriguez

Marcela J. Rodriguez

Oct 29, 2023

Marcela J. Rodriguez, 80, of McCamey, passed away on Sunday, October 29, 2023, in Odessa.

 

Marcela was born in Manuel Benavides Chihuahua, Mexico on January 16, 1943.  She was a resident of McCamey for over 50 years.  Marcela was a member of the Fuente En El Desierto Templo Apostolico.  She loved going to church.

 

Marcela enjoyed cooking...

Vicki Hutchens

Vicki Hutchens

Oct 28, 2023

 

In Loving Memory of Vicki Hutchens

03/05/1959 – 10/28/2023

Vicki Hutchens, our beloved mother and wife, passed from this world on October 28th, 2023. She was received into the arms of Jesus after living a life full of love and joy, leaving behind a lifetime of memories to be cherished.

Vicki was born on March 5th, 1959 to Leonard...