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Alissa Lyn Domsten
Odessa - Alissa Lyn Domsten, 9, went home to be with Jesus Wednesday, November 2, 2005. She was born May 18, 1996 in Odessa. to Lyndon and Beth Domsten. Alissa loved Jesus as her Lord and Savior and her life was a living testimony of faith, hope and love. She will be remembered as a giving person, someone that looked for ways to touch other’s lives in a positive way. Alissa loved and admired her big sister Tessa. She attended Milam Magnet Elementary and was a member of the Suzuki Violin Orchestra. Academics were very important to Alissa and her favorite things were reading and writing stories. She was a great swimmer and loved to ride bikes. Special to Alissa was her time spent with her grandmothers. Whether it was reading a book or cooking a favorite food or just laughing at life, that time was truly special to her.
Alissa is survived by her father and mother, Lyndon & Beth Domsten and sister, Tessa, grandparents, Vern & Mary Tvedt of Montana, and Marlin Domsten and Ruth Domsten of Montana.
A Celebration of Life will be held 12:00 noon, Monday, November 7, 2005 at the Harvest Time Assembly Of God Church with Rev. Chad Benson officiating.
In lieu of flowers Memorials may be made to Make-A-Wish Foundation of West Texas, 3800 E. 42nd St., Suite 512, Odessa, TX 79762 or The Ronald McDonald House of Dallas, 5641 Medical Center Dr., Dallas, TX 75235.
Services entrusted to Hubbard-Kelly Funeral Home.
Robert J. Lee
Odessa - Robert J. Lee age 72 of Odessa passed away Thursday, November 3, 2005 at Medical Center Hospital in Odessa.
Funeral services will be private.
He was born June 5, 1933 in Austin Minnesota. He served his country in the United States Air Force, and owned his own manufacturing company.
He is preceded in death by his parents Florian and Ruby, brothers David and Harold and sister Charlotte.
He is survived by; two sons, Ron Lee and wife Stella of Odessa; and Richard Lee and wife Chon of Odessa; one sister, Bertha Hanson of Austin Minnesota; two step sisters, Pat Everett and Phyllis Patton of Odessa; three grandchildren Brandon Lee, Freddy Subia, Devon Subia; five great grandchildren Nathan Gonzales, Lauren Lee Subia, Katelyn Subia, Ryan Subia and Naolin Lee Subia.
Services entrusted to Frank W. Wilson Funeral Directors.
Dorothy Kitchens Kirk
Midland - On Saturday, October 29, 2005, Jesus took our mother’s hand and led her from the shadows of evening into the dawn of eternal light. Graveside services under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home were held on Tuesday, November 1, 2005 at Resthaven Memorial Park in Midland and were officiated by Dr. John Petty of Kerrville and Deacon Mary Collier of Holy Trinity Episcopal Church in Midland.
Dorothy Kitchens Kirk was born March 30, 1915 on the family farm in Lawton, Oklahoma. Her parents were Elmer and Annabelle Kitchens who owned and operated restaurants in Lawton and Stillwater. She married
Jack Kirk in Stillwater on November 9, 1936. During their marriage, they moved extensively and lived in many different places as Mr. Kirk’s employment with Texaco took his family on the search for oil. From Calgary, Alberta, Canada through North and South Dakota to Illinois and Kansas and finally to Texas, they tallied almost 100 moves during their long marriage. They experienced the boom days of Snyder and Lamesa and the beginning exploration of Crockett county, but finally settled in Kermit as the base from which Mr. Kirk worked until his retirement in 1974. Dorothy returned to college at the age of 37 and received her B.S. in Elementary Education from North Texas University in 1954. With the exception of one year at Fannin Elementary School in Midland, she taught fourth grade in Kermit until her retirement in 1985.
Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Kirk; her parents, Elmer and Annabelle Kitchens and her siblings, Millie Kitchens Crabb and Walter Kitchens. She is survived by her children, Carol Kirk of Midland and Dana Kirk of Kerrville; her grandchildren, Kirk Whitehead of Denver Colorado; Kristin Kirk and Gareth Kirk of Houston. She is also survived by a sister, Mary Kitchens Wick of Surprise, Arizona and her nephew, Stephen Crabb of Dallas.
As we remember our mother, we count the blessings of her life. She was married
to Jack Kirk for 57 years and theirs was a marriage of love, loyalty and commitment. She was a teacher who loved every day she spent in the classroom and whose students, as adults, wrote letters of tribute and gratitude for the time they spent with her during their fourth grade year. She was the devoted mother of two children and the loving grandmother of three grandchildren who filled her later years with great joy. She was the friend of many who knew her to be a trusted confidante. She was able to laugh with others and at herself as she experienced the mirth of the moment. She was an avid reader who valued education and personal growth throughout her long life. Praise God from whom these blessings flow.
We say our earthy goodbye and await the day when we shall meet again, comforted by these words:
“Then, in thy mercy, grant us a safe lodging, and a holy rest and peace at the last.”
Donations in her memory may be made to Salvation Army: Shoes for Kids, 300 S Baird, Midland, TX 79701; the Library Fund of Fannin Elementary School, 2400 Fannin Ave., Midland, TX 79705; or the Purple Sage Elementary School Library, 601 S Poplar, Kermit TX 79745; or the charity of one’s choice.
Arrangements under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland.
Sylvia Cortez Bustos
Odessa - Sylvia Cortez Bustos, 49, of Odessa passed away, Thursday, November 10, 2005, at Medical Center Hospital. She was born October 14, 1956, in San Antonio, TX to Martin Sr. & Dora Cortez. Everyone who was acquainted with Sylvia knew that she enjoyed music, dancing, gambling, and telling stories besides cracking jokes. She also had a strong love and attachment for her pet chihuahuas. She is preceded in death by her father, Martin Cortez Sr. She is survived by her husband Roberto Bustos, son Daniel Robert Bustos of Dallas, mother; Dora Cortez of Odessa, brothers, Richard Cortez of Midland, Martin Cortez Jr. of Lake Dallas, sisters Connie Delgado of San Antonio, Paula Mackowiak, Esperanza Cortez, Yolanda & Elyceo Herrera, Lydia A Cortez of Austin, Hortencia & Moises Mancha, Rosie & Mike Silva, Frances & Mario Hernandez, Elvia & Joe Munoz, Brenda Cortez and Lisa Cortez of Odessa. Sylvia is also survived by numerous nephews & nieces. She is also survived by her in-laws Manuel & Patricia Bustos, Jerry & Romelia Bustos, Martin & Luz Bustos of Clovis, NM and their loving families. To include her extended family the Carrrascos: Mama Teresa, Henry Jr., Andy, Arturo, Phillip, Laura, Tommy and her Godfather, Henry Carrasco Sr., and their families. A Rosary will be recited on Sunday, November 13, 2005 at 7:00 pm at Odessa Funeral Home Chapel. Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 am Monday at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church with the Reverend Joseph Uecker officiating. Burial will follow at Rose Hill. Pallbearers will be Elyceo Herrere, Manuel Bustos, Joe Munoz, Juan Delgado III, Chris Delgado and Josh Carrasco. Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free. I’m following the path God laid for me. I took his hand when I heard him call, I turned my back and left it all.I could not stay another day, To laugh, to love, to work or play. Tasks left undone must stay that way, I found that peace at the close of the day.If my parting has left a void.Then fill it with remembered joy. A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,Ah yes, these things I too will miss.Be not burdened with times of sorrow, I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow. My life’s been full, I savored much,Good Friends, good times, a loved one’s touch. Perhaps my timeseemed all to brief, Don’t lengthen it now with undue grief, Lift up your heart and share with me, God wanted me now; He set me Free. Services by Odessa Funeral Home.
Warren Heagy
Odessa - Warren Heagy, age 65, passed away Saturday, November 12, 2005, at his residence in Odessa.
He was born December 27, 1939, to Warren Keith and Ina Irene (Hartman) Heagy, in Odessa. He married
Toni Robinson on February 5, 1981, and was a member of the Baptist Church.
He graduated from Baylor University Law School in 1965. He was a member of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association—Texas Bar, a Baylor Alumni, a past member of the Board of Retired Fire Fighters, a 32nd Degree Mason, and has practiced law in Monahans and Odessa since 1965.
He is preceded in death by his parents, and a brother, Bruce Grammer.
He is survived by his wife, Toni of Odessa; daughter, Jordon Heagy of Odessa; and a sister, Sandra King of Big Spring.
There will be a family visitation on Monday, November 14, 2005, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Frank W. Wilson Funeral Directors.
Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 15, 2005, at First Baptist Church.
Services entrusted to Frank W. Wilson Funeral Directors.
Sybil Minshew Oden
Mineral Wells - Sybil Minshew Oden passed away Friday, November 11, 2005, at Parks Methodist Retirement Home after a short illness. Sybil was born February 16, 1920, to Viola and Arthur Minshew.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Jess, in 1990. They lived in Mineral Wells, TX since 1949, where they were retired business owners.
Sybil is survived by Luline Minshew of Odessa; Don Minshew of Odessa, Charlcie Callaway of Fort Worth, TX; Donnell Nicks of LaMoore, CA, as well as by many beloved nieces and nephews.
Services will be at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 15, 2005 at Baum, Carlock, Bumgardner Funeral Home in Mineral Wells, TX.
Homer Ybarra
Odessa - Homer Ybarra age 49, of Hearne Texas, passed away Wednesday, November 9, 2005 in Hearne.
Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Monday, November 14, at Sixth and Jackson Church of Christ. Burial will follow at Rosehill cemetery in Odessa. The family will receive visitors from 3 to 5 PM Sunday, November 13, at Frank Wilson Funeral Directors in Odessa.
He was born August 7, 1956 in Junction, Texas to Fernando and Carrie (Fuents) Ybarra. He married
Criselda Trevino on October 22, 1972 in Fort Stockton, Texas. He was employed by the City of Hearne and attended Sixth and Jackson Church of Christ.
He is survived by wife Criselda Ybarra of Odessa, son Homer Benjamin Ybarra of Odessa, daughters Penny Ybarra of Odessa, Patricia Olivas of Odessa, Pamela Ybarra of Odessa, mother Carrie Ybarra of Ft. Stockton, brothers Fernando Ybarra of Irving, Armando Ybarra of Odessa, Roland Ybarra of Hearne, Richard Ybarra of Odessa, Hector Ybarra of Ft. Stockton, sisters Elizabeth Ruiz of Victoria, Elsa Medina of Bryan, Edna Ybarra of Ft. Stockton and 13 grandchildren.
Services entrusted to Frank W. Wilson Funeral Directors.
Samuel Drake Brown
Odessa - Samuel Drake Brown was born January 25, 1911 to James and Louella Brown in Yalobusha County, Mississippi. He passed away December 29, 2005 at 7:22 pm at the Hospice House in Odessa.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday January 3, 2006 at 2:00 pm in the Frank Wilson Chapel with Lynn Money officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens where Masonic Rite will be recited.
Samuel was the youngest of ten children. He was raised a Methodist by his mother who was widowed when he was only 6 weeks old. He was a true “Southern Gentleman”! As a young man, he discovered his love for automobiles, and became a mechanic stepping away from farming.
He moved to El Paso, Texas in 1934. This is where “the girl from Tennessee and the boy from Mississippi” met. Sam married
Wilma Galloway, July 12, 1936 in Roswell, New Mexico.
During World War II, Sam went to work for Standard Oil/Chevron. He and his family were transferred to Wink, Texas in 1948, where he and Wilma raised their two daughters. He was a member of the Wink Lions Club for over twenty, years, and served six years on the Wink School Board. Sam was a Master Mason and affiliated with Fraternity No. 1111 for 50 years.
In 1969, Chevron transferred him back to El Paso. He continued to work for Chevron until he retired in 1974 after 32 years of service. After his retirement he severed as a consultant for Chevron several years. In 1993, Sam and Wilma moved to Odessa to becloser to their family. He thoroughly enjoyed many holidays, birthdays and special occasions with his wife, daughters, son-in-law, grandsons, and great grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife of 69 ½ years Wilma Brown, daughters Martha Lou Long of McCamey, Texas, Marion Berryhill and son-in-law Sheril Berryhill of Odessa, grandsons Tracy Long and wife Tina of Katy, Texas, Perry Berryhill and T.J. of Odessa, Darren Berryhill and wife Kathy of Odessa, great grandchildren Kyle Long, Adison Long, Laci Sullinger, Ryan Berryhill, Zachery Berryhill, Nicholas Woolley and Emily Berryhill.
Sam will be missed by all who knew and loved him but especially by his wife and family.
Pallbearer are Tracy Long, Perry Berryhill, Darren Berryhill, Kyle Long, Gregg Eddings and Cameron Kirkland.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Chevron Pipeline Retirees.
Memorials can be made to Hospice House of Odessa.
Services are entrusted to Frank W. Wilson funeral directors.
Josefa Josie Cervantez
Odessa - Josefa Josie Cervantez, 73 years of age, passed away on December 30, 2005 at the Hospice House.
She was born on August 27, 1932 in Asherton, Texas.
She was a very loved and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. She was a strong Christian with geat faith who will be greatly missed but not forgotten.
She was preceded in death by her parents Isabella and Valentine Moreno, sister; Mary Pena.
She is survived by her sons Steven and wife Paula Cervantez of Odessa, Ernie Cervantez of Odessa, daughter; Linda and Tommy Massengale of Odessa, sisters; Margarita Franco, Hela Enriques, and Cande Muro all of Greeley, Colorado, brothers; Pedro Moreno, Mario Moreno, and Johnny Moreno all of Greely Colorado, 9 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Numerous Nieces and Nephews.
She married
Samuel P. Cervantez on October 17, 1953 in Greeley Colorado they have been married
52 years.
A prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 2, 2005, at Odessa Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at noon at Templo Buenas Nuevas located at 5th and Vine with Reverend Rosario Hill officiating. Burial will follow at Rose Hill cemetery. Pallbeares will be Jesus Fierro, Nacho Galindo, Ubaldo Soto, Omar Rodriguez, Jesus Calderon and Manuel Ramirez. A special thanks to Dr. Madhu, Dr. Naidu, Dr. Dar and the staff of Medical Center.
Services by Odessa Funeral Home
