All Obituaries

Juan Faudoa Moya, age 82 of Midland, TX went to be with the Lord November 1, 2023 with his loving family by his side. He was born June 24, 1941, one of thirteen children to the late Clemente Moya and Francisca Murillo in Salaises, Chihuahua, Mexico. Juan was employed for many years in the oilfield industry. He was a hard worker who went over and above to take care of his family. He enjoyed fishing and working on small projects in his spare time. Left to cherish his memory are his wife...

In Loving Memory of Juan Varela Vargas Juan Varela Vargas, born on September 18, 1955, in Durango, Mexico, and a resident of Midland, Texas, passed away on October 31, 2023, at the age of 68. Juan's life was a testament to love, family, and the profound impact a person can have on those around them. Juan was a devoted father, a caring grandfather, and a beloved friend. His love for his children and his granddaughters  knew no bounds, and his family was at the center of his world....

Catalina P. Tarin, 56 of Midland, passed away on Tuesday, October 3, 2023. Viewing will be held Thursday October 5, 2023 from 1:00pm to 9:00pm and Friday October 6, 2023 from 9:00am to 1:00pm, with a prayer service beginning at 7:00pm Thursday evening at Heavenly Gate Funeral Home Chapel.  Funeral Service is set for Friday, October 6, 2023 at 1:00pm at Heavenly Gate Funeral Home Chapel.  Burial will follow at Serenity Memorial Gardens.

Telesforo Saenz, 79 of Midland, Texas passed away on Friday, September 29, 2023. A viewing will take place at 11:00 am - 7:00 pm, Monday, October 2, 2023 at The Branch @ NPW in Midland. The funeral will be held following the viewing at 7:00 pm, Monday, October 2, 2023 at The Branch @ NPW. Burial will be at 10:00 am, Tuesday, October 3, 2023 at Serenity Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Midland.   Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle and Welch Funeral Home & Crematory...

Earth lost a fearless and tireless warrior for God and Heaven earned a joyful, energetic angel in Victor Castillo. Victor Castillo was born in Villa Frontera, Coahuila, Mexico on December 11, 1947, to Josefa and Vicente Castillo. He spent his childhood in Piedras Negras, Coahuila, Mexico, raised with his 8 brothers and sisters by his widowed mom and married his wife, Francisca at the age of 20 and celebrated 56 wedding anniversaries. He migrated to the United States shortly after and...

Blanche was born in Brookston, Texas on January 23, 1931 to James and Edna Allen. She accepted Christ at an early age and later became a member of the Light House Church of God in Christ under the pastorate of the late Reverend Amos Taylor. She attended and graduated salutatorian from Paris High School in Paris, Texas. Blanche worked as a domestic worker and cook the majority of her working life. She was a very good cook and served in Midland ISD as cafeteria manager in serveral...

Jose Valdez, 69, of Midland, TX passed away peacefully in the presence of his family on September 26, 2023. Jose was born in Juarez, Mexico on March 19, 1954, and leaves behind a legacy of love and hard work. He was married to the love of his life, Maria Dolorez Valdez, for 48 years. Jose enjoyed playing baseball, singing, and playing the bass guitar. He was a hard worker and provided for his family. He worked as a groundskeeper for Midland College for almost 30 years. Jose had a heart of...

On September 26, 2023, Mary Ann (Ellis) Reeves passed away after a courageous battle with cancer.  Mary Ann has found eternal peace in the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Mary Ann was born in Abilene, Texas, on December 10, 1960. She spent her childhood in Sweetwater and attended Texas Tech University. She married her high school sweetheart, Michael Reeves.  Mary Ann was a highly respected elementary school teacher for 25 years in the Midland Independent School District....

Leopoldo “Leo” Arreola, age 40, went to be with the Lord August 20, 2023. He was born May 2, 1983 to Leopoldo Arreola Sr. and Elsa Tavarez in Ojinaga, Chihuahua, MX. Leo was a supervisor in the oilfield by trade but a cowboy in his heart. He loved Team Roping, and was a fan of the Denver Broncos, but his true love was his family. Leo’s wife Carla was his backbone and his children were his everything. He was a loving caring husband, father, son, and brother and he will...

Rodolfo “ Rudy” Acosta Stone, age 64, of Midland, TX went to be with the Lord, August 17, 2023. He was born July 16, 1959 to Daniel P. Stone and Lucia Acosta Stone in Midland, TX. Rudy was a loving son, father, brother and grandfather. He enjoyed collecting baseball cards, M&M’s memorabilia, comic books, etc. He played and coached softball until he couldn't anymore. He was a fan of Yankees baseball, Raiders football, and the Little League World Series. You could...