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Retta Carol Sharp

Retta Carol Sharp

Feb 2, 2024

Retta Carol Sharp passed from a life marked by long-term physical pain into the welcoming arms of her Savior on February 2, 2024. Born to a coal miner's family on August 30, 1933, in Clarksburg, West Virginia, Retta's humble beginnings in a devoutly Christian home were the bedrock of her unwavering devotion to God. One of six siblings, she graduated...

Paula Rodriguez

Paula Rodriguez

Jan 30, 2024

Paula L Rodriguez 73, of Iraan, passed away peacefully and surrounded by loved ones on January 30, 2024. Paula is preceded in death by her parents Silverio and Josefa Lopez of Pearsall Tx. Siblings: Jose Luis Lopez, Silverio Lopez Jr, and Hortencia Rodriguez. Sons: Robert "Bobby" Calvert, and Edwin "Big Ed" Calvert.

Paula is survived by her husband of 23 years...

Kathy Ann Wiecken

Kathy Ann Wiecken

Jan 27, 2024

Kathy Wiecken, 72 of Imperial, TX and formerly of Williamsburg, MO., passed away on January 27, 2024.

 Services will be Sun Church Service dedicated to her at Northside Church in Fort Stockton.  Service will be 10:00 AM on Sunday, February 11, 2024 with Pastor Scott Owens officiating.

 Kathy Ann Weicken was born in Riverdale, ND to Joseph and Evelyn Donahue on October...

Anita Louise Cravens

Anita Louise Cravens

Jan 27, 2024

Anita Louise Cravens, 81, of Sheffield, Texas, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 27, 2024.    Graveside services will be on Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at 11am at the Sheffield Cemetery in Sheffield, TX. 

Nita was born August 7, 1942 to Joseph and Elizabeth Fitzgerald in Wichita, Kansas.  Nita spent most of her growing up years in Carlsbad, New Mexico where...

Johnny Foster

Johnny Foster

Jan 26, 2024

Johnny Foster, 70, passed away on January 26, 2023, in Abilene Texas. He was a beloved

father, husband, uncle, and friend who will be deeply missed by everyone that knew him.

Johnny was born on December 3, 1953, in Olney, Texas. He went to school in Archer City and

graduated from Iraan High School in 1973. After he graduated, he pursued a career...

Sandra Ann Rose Vickers

Sandra Ann Rose Vickers

Jan 24, 2024

Sandra Ann Rose Vickers, of Odessa peacefully went to her heavenly home on Wednesday, January 24,   2024. She was 76 years old. She is preceded in death by her parents, O.C. and Rita Smith of Alpine, Texas and her in-laws, Hurley & Rosa Faye Vickers of Odessa.

She is survived by her loving husband of over 50 years, Gary Vickers...

Bodine Johnson

Bodine Johnson

Jan 23, 2024

DELPHIA BODINE (“BODINE”) MOORE JOHNSON 

        It is with very heavy hearts that we advise of the passing of our sister, aunt, great aunt and friend, Bodine Johnson, a lifelong resident of Ector and Upton Counties. 

        Bodine was born August 13, 1935, in Iraan, Texas, to Floyd C. and Lorean Cook Moore, and passed away...

Sherry Emily Lanehart

Sherry Emily Lanehart

Jan 17, 2024

Sherry Emily Seagroves Lanehart, 77, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, with her daughter by her side. 

The visitation will be Monday, January 22, 2024, at Shaffer-Nichols Funeral Home in McCamey, from 5pm to 7pm.  Celebration of her life will be, Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at 10am at the First Baptist Church in Iraan with Pastor Bobby Palmer officiating....

Devon Ray Zimmerman

Devon Ray Zimmerman

Jan 13, 2024

 

Devon Ray Zimmerman, also known as Debo, passed away on January 13, 2024, at the age of 37 in Abilene, Texas. He was born on July 20, 1986, in Crane, Texas. Devon was an uplifting and encouraging individual who touched the lives of everyone he met.

 

 He was known for his loyalty and his ability to give his support and love...

Alta McDonald

Alta McDonald

Jan 10, 2024

On January 10, 2024, the world lost an amazing wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. The Lord called Alta Ruth McDonald home. Alta was born in Uvalde, Texas, to Lynn and Vina Mae McAden on March 4, 1943.  Most of her youth was spent in Rankin. Alta was in the Rankin High School band where she was a twirlier.  ...

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...

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