Obituaries

Aug 26, 2025

Joseluis Galindo Rodriguez passed away peacefully on August 26, 2025, at the age of 76. He was born on June 12, 1949, in Ft. Stockton, Texas, to Elias and Juanita Rodriguez.

Joseluis grew up in Ft. Stockton and lived there until his mid-20s. At just 15 years old, he met the love of his life, Estella Rayos. After years of dating...

Aug 25, 2025

Manuel "Manolo" Morales, a beloved musician and cherished member of the Pecos community, peacefully departed this world on August 25, 2025, at the age of 72, in his hometown of Pecos, Texas.

Born on July 16, 1953, in Cuauhtemoc, Chihuahua, Mexico, Manuel held a profound love for music that inspired him throughout his life, originating from his childhood dreams.

From a young...

Aug 24, 2025

Aug 22, 2025

Danny Salcido, a beloved son, father, and brother, was born on July 6, 1969, in Pecos, Texas, to Alicia Salcido. He attended Pecos High School, laying the foundation for a life characterized by hard work and dedication.

Danny devoted himself to the oil and construction industries, where he worked tirelessly as a workover rig hand and in various construction roles.

Danny is...

Aug 20, 2025

Gilbert Levario Gochicoa of Pecos, passed away on August 20, 2025. He was born on September 1, 1944 in Pecos Texas to Alberto Gochicoa and Alta Gracia Levario Gochicoa.

He was an Army veteran and he worked for Compressor Systems Inc. for over 20 years and was a skilled carpenter by trade.

Gilbert is preceded in death by his parents Alberto and...

Aug 20, 2025

Carmen Montoya

July 16, 1953 – August 20, 2025 - Pecos, Texas

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Maria del Carmen Montoya, 72, of Pecos, Texas, who passed away peacefully on August 20, 2025, in Odessa, Texas.

A visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Friday, August 22, 2025, at Pecos Funeral Home. A...

Aug 18, 2025

Mario J. L Flores (Tata), 81, of Pecos Texas, passed away on August 18th, 2025, in Odessa, Texas.

Visitation will be on Tuesday, August 26th, 2025, at Pecos Funeral Home from 1:00pm-9:00pm with a rosary from 7:00pm-8:00pm. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at 10:00am at Santa Rosa de Lima Church. Burial will follow at Mt. Evergreen...

Aug 14, 2025

Joe O. Peña

December 13, 1958 – August 14, 2025

Joe O. Peña, of Pecos, Texas, passed away on August 14, 2025, at the age of 66. Born on December 13, 1958, in Pecos, Texas, he was the eldest son of Raymundo and Carmen Peña.

A devoted Catholic, Joe married the love of his life, Guadalupe “Lupita” Peña, in 1980. Together, they built...

Aug 13, 2025

Phyllis June Brisbin, age 66, of Pecos, passed away Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at her home. She was born September 24, 1958, in Needles, California, a daughter of the late Jim and Virginia Brisbin of Sonora, Texas.

Phyllis was preceded in death by her sister, Kathleen Brisbin and her parents, Jim and Virginia Brisbin.

Phyllis moved to Pecos in 1982 and is...

Aug 10, 2025

Esmeralda “Mimi” Aldaco, 25, of Pecos, Texas, passed away on Sunday, August 10, 2025, in Pecos, Texas.

Esmeralda “Mimi” Aldaco was born in Pecos, Texas, on October 26, 1999. Mimi was the daughter of Ruben Montaño and Monette Baeza, alongside her biological mother, Margarita Armendariz. She was baptized in the Catholic Church by her aunt, Alma Romo. She graduated from Pecos...

Aug 1, 2025

Antonio M. "Tony" Trujillo, a cherished member of the Pecos community, passed away on August 1, 2025, in Pecos, Texas.

Public visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Pecos Funeral Home Chapel, with a Rosary service at 7 PM.

Funeral Mass for Tony will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, August...

Jul 30, 2025

Jul 22, 2025

Delma Hernandez Molinar

September 6, 1936 – July 22, 2025

A longtime and devoted Pecos educator, Delma Hernandez Molinar, peacefully passed away on July 22, 2025, at her home in Pecos, Texas, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on September 6, 1936, in Alpine, Texas, to Jesusita and David Hernandez, Sr., Delma lived a life centered on faith, family, service, and education. She...

Jul 17, 2025

Dimas Gonzales, 89 of Pecos, Texas. Passed away on July 17, 2025 in Pecos, Texas

Visitation will be Wednesday, July 23, 2025 & Thursday, July 24, 2025 from 10:00 am – 9:00 pm at Pecos Funeral Home.

Funeral Service will be held on Friday, July 25, 2025 at 10:00am at Pecos Funeral Home Chapel.

Burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery.

Dimas was a beloved...

Jul 15, 2025

Anthony Marquis Natividad, 20, of Pecos, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, in Motely County, Texas.

Visitation will be Monday, July 21, 2025, from 9AM- 9PM at Pecos Funeral Home. Rosary will be Monday, July 21, 2025, from 7PM-8PM, at Pecos Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held from 10AM, Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at Santa Rosa de Lima church,...

Jul 15, 2025

Gloria Corrales Arredondo, 71, of Pecos, Texas, passed away on July 15 at her residence.

Visitation will be on Thursday, July 17, 2025, at Pecos Funeral Home. Funeral Service will take place on Friday, July 18, 2025, at 10:00am at Pecos Funeral Home with Pastor Louie Ramon officiating. Burial to follow at Greenwood Cemetery.

Gloria was born in Pecos to Juan and...

Jul 11, 2025

With profound sadness and deep love, we announce the passing of Josie G. Villanueva, who entered into eternal rest on July 11, 2025 at the age of 64.

A devoted Catholic, beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, and faithful friend, Josie lived a life defined by her deep faith, boundless love, and tireless devotion to God and family.

Born on May 11, 1961...

Jul 6, 2025

Our Queen, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and guiding light, Ofelia Almanza Juarez, was welcomed into eternal rest on Sunday, July 6, 2025, in Odessa, Texas, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on April 3, 1934, in Barstow, Texas, to Roman Almanza and Delfina Ruiz, Ofelia was the heart and soul of our family. She married the love of her life, Victoriano...

Jul 5, 2025

Carolyn (Tice) Mitchell, age 73, passed away July 5, 2025, in Odessa, TX.

Carolyn was born in El Paso, TX on December 7, 1951, to the late James (Bill) and Dee (Carter) Tice and was a graduate of Ysleta High School. After high school, she attended University of Mary Hardin-Baylor where she was an accomplished pianist, like her mother. While in...

Jul 4, 2025

Raquel “Rachel” Natividad, 82, of Pecos, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2025, in Odessa, Texas.

Born on November 23, 1942, in Texas, Rachel lived a life marked by love, devotion, and service. She married the love of her life, Ramon L. Natividad, in November 1963. Their 61 years of marriage were filled with strength, commitment, and countless cherished memories....