Obituaries

Mrs. Maria “Mary” De Los Angeles Villalba, lovingly known as “Nana,” passed away peacefully on January 19, 2026, in Odessa, Texas, at the age of 83. Her passing marks the end of a life filled with devotion to family, faith, and community.

Natalia “ Talia” G. Gonzalez, 76, of Fort Stockton, Texas, passed away on Monday, January 12, 2026, in Odessa, Texas with her loving family by her side.

Robert B. Calderon, 65, entered into eternal rest on January 4, 2026, in his hometown of Fort Stockton, Texas. Born on September 21, 1960, in Fort Stockton to Manuel and Sista Calderon, Robert remained a lifelong resident of the community he loved.

Jesus Manuel Rivera, 57, of Fort Stockton, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, December 31, in Odessa, Texas. Visitation will be held from 12 p.m.

Manuel C. Casias Jr., a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2026, in Fort Stockton, Texas, surrounded by his loving family. Born on August 15, 1962, in Hereford, Texas, to parents Manuel Casias Sr. and Ida Carrillo. Manuel lived a life characterized by hard work, dedication, and unyielding love for his family.

Rafael Hernandez, age 38, of Fort Stockton, Texas, passed away on December 23. He was born on July 4, 1987, in Boquillas del Carmen, Coahuila, to Hernán and Francisca (Diaz) Hernández.

Mario Olguin Lopez, a truecowboywasbornonDecember 13, 1925, in Mexico. He passed away peacefully onDecember20,2025,inFort Stockton, Texas, surrounded by his beloved family in the comfort of his home.

Richard Lee Thomas, 64, of Hutto, Texas passed away peacefully on Monday, December 8, 2025, after a weekslong illness. Richard was born on July 28, 1961, in Torrance, Los Angeles County California, California, to Peggie Armstrong Gonzales.

Rene Pacheco, 74, of Midland, Texas, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November16,1953,toMartin and Celia Pacheco.

David Stephen Morrow, 69, of Huntsville, Tx, went home to Jesus on November 18, 2025, after a long battle with COPD and emphysema. David was born in San Angelo, Tx on March 21, 1956.