Avalos-Sanchez & Thomas Funeral Home Obituaries - Eulogy Assistant (2024)

Obituary Preview: Jonathan Guzman Ibanez, age 18, passed away April 16, 2024. He was born July 1, 2005 to Ulises Guzman and Sarahi Ibanez Guzman in Zacatecas, Mexico.

He is survived by his father Ulises Guzman, mother Sarahi Ibanez Guzman, one brother, one sister and host of extended family and friends.

Funeral services and interment has been arranged to take place in Miguel Auza, Zacatecas, Mexico.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Avalos-Sanchez and Thomas Funeral Home.

Obituary Preview: Ronnie B. Ellison, age 75, went to be with the Lord April 14, 2024. He was born February 3, 1949 to the late Clara Ellison and Willis J. Ellison in Sentinel, Oklahoma.

Ronnie was a very well educated man; receiving not only his Bachelors in Psychology but also three Masters degrees as well. He was a professional Family/Marriage Counselor as well as a Pastor. Ronnie also did alot of work with Spiritual Grief Counseling. He enjoyed many simple things in life; taking walks with his wife Deborah, long car rides, bike rides, going to the movies and reading was his passion. He also enjoyed traveling to his brothers home in El Paso to visit for Thanksgiving.

Left to cherish his memories are his wife Deborah Ellison, sister Connie Strange, brother Bill Ellison and wife Dale, stepdaughter Kelli Hubbard and husband Chris, granddaughter Allison Gabriel Digby and husband Dakota, great granddaughter Wrenlee, nieces Michelle Strange, Linnea Wiggs, nephews Mike Strange, Luke Ellison, Lyle Ellison as well as extended family and friends.

Cremation services have been and a memorial service will be held at a later date.

Obituary Preview: Mitchell Eugene Lovgren, age 69 of Midland, TX, was called to his heavenly home April 8, 2024. He was born September 3, 1954 to the late Ernest Lovgren and Gwendolyn Lovgren in the US Virgin Islands.

Mitchell was a big fan of family gatherings, barbecuing, and cookouts. You could find him playing bingo, dominoes, and cards especially spades. Mitchell was a hard working, sweet soul; he was a mover by trade and it is said he loved to be "the boss" at work and at home.

Left to cherish his memories are his significant other Cora Harris, daughter Tiffany Anderson, son Mitchell Lovgren Jr., sisters; Sharon Gaines, Beatrice Lovgren, Diahann Dupree, Sandra Lovgren, brothers; Ernest Lovgren Jr., Manuel Lovgren, Michael Lovgren, Daryl Lovgren, Alvin Harris, bonus family; Jermaine Harris, Denesha Williams, Janae Harris, Jassiah Harris as well as a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends.

Mitchell is preceded in death by his parents Ernest and Gwendolyn Lovgren, and a sister Joyce Andrews.

Cremation services have been arranged.

Obituary Preview: Oscar Lee Campbell, age 100, of Midland, TX went to be with the Lord March 22, 2024.

He was born to the late Johnny and Mary Campbell in Kosse, TX on February 20, 1924.

Oscar is survived by his sons; James Edward Campbell, Charles Ray Campbell, Tony Craig Campbell, a daughter Janet Campbell Turner, and a host of family and friends.

Oscar is preceded in death by his parents Johnny Campbell and Mary Smart Campbell as well as his beloved wife Winnie Campbell.

Obituary Preview: With deepest sorrow, we announce that William Scott Anderson, age 25, born on September 19th 1998 in Charlottesville, VA has sadly left his friends and family on March 4th in Midland, TX from natural causes to be with the Lord.

William will be missed every day by his Mother Jennifer Mullins, Father William (Billy) Hale, Stepfather Stephen Mullins, Brother Samuel Anderson, Sister Carrie Cole, Sister Mackenzie Mullins, Brother Caleb Mullins, Brother Corey Hale, Grand Parents Lora Cole, Bruce Anderson, Beth Mullins and loving Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and many great friends.

To the many that knew William, he was more than a son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend. William was a person who never thought only of himself. He was a selfless individual with a beautiful soul that continues to bring light and joy to everyone he touched. His passion for music, adventure, food & family was evident in the way he lived his life no matter the opinion of others. He was always present for family & friends, willing to show up without the expectation of anything in return.

We know Willam is now with his friends and lost loved ones. William will forever be a gift and blessing to this Earth that was taken too soon. His vibrant smile and laugh will continue to live in both our hearts and memories.

Visitation will be held on Monday, March 11, 2024 from 10:00am - 1:30pm following with a Chapel service at 2:00pm will be held in his honor at Avalos-Sanchez & Thomas Funeral Home,1520 N. Lamesa Rd. Midland TX. 79701. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Avalos-Sanchez & Thomas Funeral Home. Online condolences can be made at asancheztfh.com.

Obituary Preview: El Sr. Ramon Moreno Morales de 92 anos, entro al reino celestial rodeado de sus hijos el Jueves 29 Febrero del 2024. Nacio el 8 de Diciembre del 1931 en El Rancho Sierra Rica, Municipio de Manuel Benavides, Chihuahua, Mexico. Hijo mayor del Sr. Juan Moreno y la Sra. Manuela Morales.

Sr. Ramon fue un hombre tranquilo que lo caracterizaba su sencillez. Su vida entera se dedico a la ganaderia, rodeado entra la sierra, montanas y canones. Disfrutaba tomar cafe y ver el amanecer. Sin duda su pasion favorita era lazar y montar ah caballo y recorrer la tierra que lo vio nacer. Su mayor admiracion su familia eh hijos.

En Marzo del 1958 contrajo matrimonio con la Sra. Guadalupe P. Moreno procriaron 7 hijos, que llegaron ah llenar sus vidas de alegria y felicidad. Fue un gran Hijo, Esposo, Padre, Abuelo y Bisabuelo. Quienes quedan para apreciar su memoria sus hijos, Sra. Margarita (Rigoberto) Galinda, Sra. Consuelo Franco, Sra. Manuela (Juan) Duran, Sra. Enedelia (Artemio) Gonsalez, Sr. Omar (Noemi) Moreno, Sr. Ramon Jr (Maria) Moreno, Sr. Mario (Magdalena) Moreno. Su hermanos, Elida Madrid, Jose Moreno, Maria Moreno, Guadalupe Moreno, Alberto Moreno, Elfida Ramirez. Como legado deja 19 nietos y 24 bisnietos.

Sr. Ramon Moreno Morales le presiden en su muerte, sus padres Sr. Juan Moreno y Manuela Morales, su esposa Guadalupe Payen de Moreno, su hija Consuelo Franco, hermanos; Isabel Moreno, Avelino Moreno, Benito Moreno. El Senor Ramon Moreno Morales sera sepultado en la cuidad de Ojinaga, Chihuahua. En el Panteon Colina del Eden.

Los arreglos funebres se encomiendan a la funeraria Avalos-Sanchez and Thomas Funeral Home Midland, TX 79701.

Obituary Preview: Camilo Martinez, age 63, of Midland, TX passed away February 28, 2024.

He is survived by his wife Anayansi Jimenez Gato, his mother Elena Fonseca, daughters; Elena Martinez, Daynerys Martinez, Alejandra Jimenez, son Roberto Martinez, one sister and three brothers as well as many extended family and friends.

Cremation services have been arranged.

Obituary Preview: Margarita Gallegos De Rey, age 65, went to be with the Lord on February 26, 2024. She was born July 20, 1958 in Ojinaga, Mexico to Jesus Gallegos and Margarita Molina.

She is survived by her loving husband, Jesus M. Rey, sons: Jose Rey, Hector Rey, daughters; Maria de Jesus Valdez, Lucero Esquivel, and Mayra Natividad, five brothers, five sisters, as well as many extended family and friends.

Visitation will be held Tuesday, February 27, 2024 from 9:00 am to 8:00pm at Avalos-Sanchez and Thomas Funeral Home Chapel. A burial will take place at Panteon De La Comunidad, in Ejido Maijoma, Chihuahua, Mexico.

Obituary Preview: Bertha "Betty" Flores, age 87, went to be with the Lord February 25, 2024. She was born July 14, 1936 in Sanderson, TX to the late Manuel Flores and Teresa Perez Flores.

Betty went to school and got a degree in Nursing. She was a nurse living in California for the majority of her younger years. Betty enjoyed music of all sorts, going for ice cream, Disney, and she loved children especially her great nieces. She got to experience the trip of her dreams when she visited Rome.

Betty leaves to cherish her memories; a brother Raul Flores and his wife Carmen of Midland, TX, sister Emma Flores Riggs and husband Richard of Dallas, TX, niece Natalie Ortiz and husband David of Midland, TX and great nieces Preslynn and Penny.

In keeping with Betty's wishes, cremation services have been arranged.

Obituary Preview: Baltazar Rascon, age 73 of Gomez Farias, Chihuahua, Mexico, passed away February 19, 2024 in Midland, TX while visiting family. He was born in January 5, 1951 in Mexico to the late Maria de la Paz Castillo and Isidro Rascon. Baltazar worked in agriculture for the majority of his life.

He is survived by his wife Maria Elva Barraza, daughters Rosa Rascon, Martha Rascon, sons, Enrique Rascon and Samuel Rascon as well as many extended family and friends.

Cremation services have been arranged. Funeral services have been entrusted to Avalos-Sanchez and Thomas Funeral Home.

Obituary Preview: Minerva Moreno, age 43, went to be with the Lord February 9, 2024. She was born November 16, 1980 to the late Andres Moreno and Jovita Salas Moreno in Mexico.

Left to cherish her memory are her sister Griselda Quintero, brothers Luis Francisco Moreno and Juan Moreno as well as a host of extended family and friends.

A visitation will be held Friday February 16, 2024 at Avalos-Sanchez and Thomas Funeral Home from 10:00am to 1:00pm. Cremation services have been arranged to follow.

Funeral services are under the care and direction of Avalos-Sanchez and Thomas Funeral Home.

Obituary Preview: Gloria Rodriquez Ruiz, age 67, of Midland, TX went to be with the Lord February 7, 2024. Born May 19, 1956 to the late Gregorio Rodriquez and Manuela Ruiz in Uvalde, TX.

Gloria was a hard worker, maybe a bit rough around the edges but she always had a soft spot for her four grandchildren who she raised for the majority of their childhood. She always kept the grandkids busy, learning, and gaining new life experiences. She was always down for whatever with them, just happy to be involved. Gloria liked to go to church, and would make her grandkids pray every morning on their drive to school.

Left to cherish her memory are her grandchildren; Guadalupe Ramirez, Jesus Ramirez Jr., Lucio Ramirez, Carlos Ramirez, great grandchildren; Joseph Ramirez, Sabiour Ramirez, Liliana Cook, Anthony Ramirez, Guadalupe Isabella Ramirez, Mia Victoria Ramirez, Zanadralee Vidal, Daniel Anthony Ramirez, sister; Jesusa Ruiz, Diane Romero, Luisa Ybarra as well as nieces, nephews, and extended family.

She is preceded in death by her parents Gregorio and Manuela Ruiz and her only daughter Maribel Ruiz Ramirez.

Visitation will be Saturday February 10, 2024 at Avalos-Sanchez and Thomas Funeral Home Chapel from 1:00pm-8:00pm. Cremation services have been arranged to follow.

Obituary Preview: Sharon Brooks, age 84, passed away peacefully February 2, 2024 at her residence. She was born May 11, 1939 in Deming, NM to the late Denton Offutt and Phyllis Rambo Offutt.

Sharon leaves to cherish her memory, her husband Doyle Brooks of Midland, TX, son Johnny Wade of Ruidoso, NM as well as many extended family and friends.

Cremation services have been arranged. Funeral services are under the care and direction of Avalos-Sanchez and Thomas Funeral Home.

Obituary Preview: Eugene Smith, age 83, of Midland Texas, passed away January 27, 2024. Eugene was born on August 25, 1940 to Florence and Manson Smith in Roxton Texas. Eugene loved watching football, basketball, playing dominos, keeping his yard nice and mowing grass.

He is survived by wife Hazel Jeaneace Smith, son Eugene Smith Jr. of Midland Texas, sisters Dorothy Smith, Connie Smith, Alvi Brackens as well as a host of extended family and friends. He is preceded in death by parents Manson and Florence Smith, son Stacy Dwayne Smith and brother Manson Smith Jr.

A visitation will be held Friday February 2, 2024 from 5:00-8:00pm at Avalos-Sanchez & Thomas Funeral Home Chapel with a funeral service on Saturday February 3, 2024 at Avalos-Sanchez & Thomas Funeral Home Chapel at 11:00am. Interment will be at Serenity Memorial on February 3, 2024.

Obituary Preview: Virginia Faye Davis departed this earthly life to her heavenly home on January 20, 2024. Virginia was born May 19, 1940 to Wallace and Katherine (Heard) Davis in Clarksville, (Red River County) TX.

She attended grade school at Carver Jr. and Sr. High School in Midland, TX. She united with Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church under the pastorate of Reverend Curtis Joiner where she served faithfully in Sunday School, and served in the kitchen up until her illness and convalescing at Focus Care of Midland.

Virginia leaves to cherish her memory, a brother Wallace E. Davis and wife Virginia, a sister Helen Robinson, sister in law Ella Davis, all of Midland, TX a host of beloved nieces; Tamala Davis, Khristie Prince, Kimberlee Hayes, Hershelyn Robinson, Ebbony Davis and Joslyn Prince, nephews as well as her pallbearers; Eric Hayes, Jonathan Hayes, Khalik Prince, Justin Davis, Chris Hayes, Wesley Hayes, Alton Davis and a host of relatives and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents Katherine and Wallace Davis, brothers; AD Davis, Kenneth Davis, Bobby Davis, and Calvin Davis.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Focus Care of Midland for the wonderful care they provided to Virginia over the years.

Obituary Preview: Annie L. Samuels, age 63, of Odessa, TX went to be with the Lord January 20, 2024. She was born September 18, 1960 to David L. Collins and Marci (Green) Collins in Midland, TX.

Annie was an amazing wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She was a member of Whites Chapel COGIC in Midland, TX where she was also on the Missionary Board and should have been the Chief Speaker at the 22nd Womens Annual Meeting had her illness not got in the way.

Left to cherish her memory is her husband Raymond Samuels, daughters; Sherlia T. Collins, Jacqlyan Collins, Tajah J. Collins, Kalonie Mc Brewer-Williams, sister Zelma Collins, brothers: David Collins, Samuel Collins stepchildren; Cynthia Hunt, Michael P. Samuels, Denise Harper, Do'Shon Johnson, Garrie Samuels, Joe Edward Samuels, James Butts, John Butts, a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, sister in laws; Denise K Samuels, Cathlene Bruce, Loretta Mercadel, Jo Ann Ingram, brother in laws: Willie L. Samuels, and David P. Samuels as well as many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and extended family.

A memorial service will be held for Annie on Saturday February 3, 2024 at Whites Chapel in Midland, TX starting at 11:00am. Cremation services have been arranged.

Obituary Preview: Robert Scott Beaty, age 61, went to be with the Lord January 7, 2024. He was born March 25, 1962 in El Paso, Texas to the late Dumas and Georgette Beaty.

In his younger years Rob served in United States Navy, which he was very proud of. He was also a bull rider in his wilder days, a real life cowboy.

Rob is a Master Electrician by trade, but not just any Master Electrician, it is said that Rob was an innovator, an industry leader, and one of the worlds best at what he did.

He was a humble and generous man, who would give anyone the shirt off his back if they needed it. He was loved by all, and he could never hold a grudge unless you messed with his family.

Some of his favorite things to do were playing golf, scuba diving, and watching football especially his Dallas Cowboys and University of Texas Longhorns.

Of all the wonderful things we could say about Rob the most important were that he was an amazing husband, father, stepfather, Papo, brother, and friend.

Left to cherish his memories are his wife, Viviana "Vivi" Beaty, daughter Brandy Vermillion and husband Shane, sons Ty Beaty and wife Ashley, Jacob Beaty and wife Taylor, Beau Beaty, stepson Cody Frazer, stepdaughter Kassie Frazer, adopted son Trevian "Trey" Fulton, grandchildren; Morgan, Owen, Radley, Randon, Jocelynn, Faith, Miracle, Michael, and Aaron, brother Tony Mendez, sisters, Vicky Carroll and Ginger Pendleton, mother of his sons Kelli Beaty as well as his extended family, friends and his faithful companions JJ, Rose, and Pecos.

Visitation will be held Friday January 12, 2024 from 12:00pm - 5:00pm at Avalos-Sanchez and Thomas Funeral Home, 1502 N. Lamesa Rd. Midland, TX 79701 with a funeral service starting promptly at 5:00pm.

Obituary Preview: Mark Schrick, age 70, of Midland Texas, passed away January 5, 2024.

Cremation is entrusted to Avalos-Sanchez & Thomas Funeral Home.

Obituary Preview: Tito Martinez Ornelas passed away peacefully January 3, 2024. He was born February 6, 1951 to the late Gonzalo Ornelas and Crispina Martinez.

He is survived by sons, Tito Ornelas, Gilbert Ornelas, Ramon Ornelas, daughters, Juana Sanchez, Elena Martinez, Lucia Carrasco, brothers Gonzalo Ornelas, Domingo Ornelas, Jesus Ornelas as well as 14 grandchildren and many extended family and friends.

Visitation will be held at Avalos-Sanchez and Thomas Funeral Home, 1502 N Lamesa Rd. Midland, TX 79701 on Monday January 8, 2024 from 1:00pm-8:00pm with a rosary at 7:00pm. Funeral services will be Tuesday January 9, 2024 at 2:00pm at St. Ann's Catholic Church, 1906 W. Texas Ave. Midland, TX 79701. Interment will immediately follow at Serenity Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 6800 SH-349 Midland, TX 79706. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Avalos-Sanchez and Thomas Funeral Home. Online condolences can be made at asancheztfh.com.

Obituary Preview: Dreka Taylor, age 71, of Midland Texas passed away January 3, 2024. Cremation services are under the care of Avalos-Sanchez and Thomas Funeral Home.

A memorial service will be held Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at 10:00am at Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, 303 Shandon Ave. Midland, TX 79705. Online condolences can be shared at asancheztfh.com.

Obituary Preview: Luther Edward Steele of Midland, Tx peacefully passed away in Dallas, Tx on December 30, 2023. He was born in Crystal Falls, Tx outside of Breckenridge, Tx in May of 1929. Luther married Dorothy Jean Steele and they were together until she passed in 2004. In 2005, Luther married Ollie Dorton and they were together until she passed in 2018.

Faith was always important to Luther. He was a member of Hope Lutheran Church in Midland on A Street. Even though he moved to Dallas in 2015, his church home was always Hope Lutheran. He loved working with his hands and especially with wood. When he moved into Assisted Living in Dallas, people were stunned that he had an air compressor, scroll saw, drill press, router and many other power tools in his apartment that he shared with his Chihuahua Chief Little Dog. He was so skilled that when Hope Lutheran needed a replacement cross for the sign to the East of the sanctuary, they asked Luther to build it. Now, anyone passing Hope Lutheran can look at the cross on the sign and think of Luther.

He loved games and anything that challenged his brain. As a child of the Great Depression, he collected and used things that others did not have a use for. His creativity was outstanding. Before joining the Army, he was a “cowpuncher” on the family farm near Possum Kingdom Lake. Luther was a Military Policeman during the Korean War, stationed in Hawaii. He was also a milkman for Borden back when milk was delivered to your door. He retired from the United States Postal Service, Midland Main Station, where he was a clerk. Everyone that met Luther immediately fell in love with his humor, good nature and dedication to family and everyone he loved.

He will be missed by his daughter Debbie Steele Lemon, and husband, Richard of Carrollton, Tx; Grandson Trevor Lemon of San Antonio, Tx; Granddaughter Taylor Lemon of Innsbruck, Austria, and husband, Karsten; 4 Great-grandchildren; Trevor Jr and Allison of San Antonio, Tx; Collin and Liam of Innsbruck, Austria.

Obituary Preview: Jose Sergio Cano, age 95, of Odessa, Texas passed away on December 29, 2023. Jose was born on June 25, 1928 in Redford Texas to Jose and Maria Cano.

A steadfast Christian, loving father and the best father in law. He was a faithful husband, caring grandfather, great-grandfather and great great-grandfather.

Cremation Services entrusted to Avalos-Sanchez & Thomas Funeral Home.

Come unto me, All Ye That Labor And Are Heavy Laden, And I Will Give You Rest.

Obituary Preview: Joe Marmolejo Cordova Sr., age 72, of Midland, TX passed away peacefully in his home with his family by his side on November 21, 2023. He was born in Stanton, TX on September 30, 1951 to the late Pedro Carter Cordova Sr. and Lydia Evangelee Cordova.

On December 27, 1971 Joe married the love of his life, Josephine Cordova. Together they were married for 52 years and raised 5 beautiful children. Joe was very proud to be a US Army Veteran. At the age of 20, he served as a Military Police Officer for 2 years. Joe was employed by the United Service Postal Service for 32 years. He began his career in Midland, TX and later took a Post Master position in both Marathon, TX and Marfa, TX. Joe had a love for cooking; he catered many events and was the head chef at the Baptist Encampment in Menard, TX. He was also known for his many jokes, kindness, generosity and big heart.

His proudest accomplishment was being a devout Christian. Joe lived his life showing the love of Christ to all he met including his family, friends and church members. He served as a Pastor for 30 years spreading the word of God with the last 17 years pastoring at Calvario Baptist Church in Monahans, TX. Joe continued to praise and worship the Lord until his last days. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, pastor, friend and man of God. Joe is preceded in death by his parents Pedro Cordova Sr. and Lydia Evangelee Cordova and sisters; Rosie Cordova and Berlinda Aguirre

Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Josephine; 5 children; Elizabeth Estrada and husband Daniel, Evangelee Garcia husband Eric, Joe Cordova Jr., Cynthia Nunez husband Daniel, Isabel Cordova (Jessica). 6 siblings; Margarita Rangel, Pete Cordova Jr., Mary Ann Martinez, Arthur Cordova, Roy Cordova and Fred Cordova. He also has 18 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be Monday, November 27, 2023 from 12pm-8pm and Tuesday, November 28, 2023 from 9am-8pm with an evening prayer service each evening starting at 6pm to be held at Avalos-Sanchez and Thomas Funeral Home, 1502 N. Lamesa Rd. Midland, TX 70701. The Funeral Service will be held Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at 9am at Primera Iglesia Bautista, 507 N. Tyler St. Midland, TX 79701 with Rev. Ben Chavez officiating. Interment will immediately follow at Resthaven Memorial Park Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Daniel Estrada, Roy Cordova Sr., Daniel Nunez, Malachi Cordova, Robert Cordova, Joe Xavier Cordova III. Honorary Pallbearers will be Mason Madrid, Jose Galindo, EJ Garcia, Jackson Moore.