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Venancio Galindo Roman Odessa, Texas Venancio Galindo Roman, 77, of Odessa, Texas, died Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026 in Odessa, Texas. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM, Aug. 18, 2026 Our Lady of San Juan. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are by Sunset Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home of Odessa, Texas.

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The Crane County Water District has a need for: CPA/ Bookkeeping Services To obtain a copy of the Request for Quflications. Please request from rrendall@rendallsikes.com

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The Crane County Water District has a need for: Legal Services To obtain a copy of the Request for Qualifications please request from rrendall@rendallsikes.com

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Michael Lynn "Skeet" Raybon BRECKENRIDGE Michael Lynn "Skeet" Raybon of Breckenridge, Texas, was led gently to his eternal home in Heaven by his LORD and Savior Jesus Christ on August 7, 2026. He was born August 15, 1948, in Monticello, Arkansas, to Fay and Laverne Raybon, the fourth of five boys. He grew up in Eunice, New Mexico, and graduated from Eunice High School in 1966 and was a member of the state championship Cardinal football team along with two of his brothers in 1965. He began working at a young age ? shining shoes in a barber shop, sacking groceries at Leslie's Market, and working at the Gulf and Shell stations in Eunice. In January 1967 he married the love of his life, Deena Helms, and together they began the adventure of life. His next job took them to Lamesa, Texas, where he worked in an oilfield pump shop. In 1971 they moved to Hobbs, New Mexico, where he went to work for Warren Petroleum. He then began his career with Tretolite in oilfield chemical sales, which became his lifelong passion. During that career he invented and patented an Automatic Chemical Treating unit he called the ACT Unit ? though throughout the oilfield it became known simply as "The Skeeter Treater." He worked for several companies selling oilfield chemicals before becoming an oilfield chemical program consultant, work he continued until his health required him to retire. He loved helping people, and said many times that he still dreamed about working and problem solving. Skeet loved spending time with family and telling stories of memories from his past. He was quite the storyteller ? sometimes even embellishing a story a bit. He loved his children, Kevin and Ami, with all his heart, and felt truly blessed by his five grandsons, three granddaughters, and his great - grandson. He was a man of strong faith who loved going to church and fellowshipping with friends. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Breckenridge, Texas, where he cherished his friends in the Cornerstone Class, and he especially enjoyed the Tuesday neighborhood Bible study that met in a neighbor's shop. He accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior as a teenager at a revival at Northside Baptist Church in Hobbs, New Mexico, and was baptized by Rev. G.A. Magee at First Baptist Church in Eunice, New Mexico. He loved and admired each of his neighbors at the lake, and always said, "We have the very best neighbors." They were like family to him. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fay and Laverne Raybon; his brothers Don W. Green and wife Carolyn, and Frank Raybon; and his niece Lori Green. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Deena Helms Raybon; their son, Kevin Raybon and wife Jules of Plano, Texas; their daughter, Ami Raybon Hicks and husband Jason of Eastland, Texas; five grandsons: Daniel Raybon of Dallas, Erik Raybon of Houston, JaColby Hicks of Eastland, Christopher Hicks and wife Coral of Cisco, and Andrew Hicks of Midland; three granddaughters: Kristin Raybon of Dallas, Anndria Raybon of Plano, and Annaliss Hicks of Eastland; and his great - grandson, Colesen Hicks of Cisco. Also surviving are his brothers Larry Green and wife Joyce of San Angelo, Texas, and Kenneth Raybon and wife Lynda of Farmington, New Mexico; his brother - in - law, Rev. Buddy Helms and wife Carla of San Angelo, Texas; and his sister - in - law, Janet Davis and husband Donnie of Midland, Texas. He also leaves many nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly: Dianne Martin and husband Richard of Odessa, Texas; Debbie Stokes and husband Brian of Odessa, Texas; Donna Jane Volz and husband Hans of Las Cruces, New Mexico; Susan Willis and husband Brian of South Carolina; Brad Raybon and wife Kari of Midland, Texas; Brian Raybon and wife Yvonne of League City, Texas; Clay Raybon and fiance Brooke of Farmington, New Mexico; Cari Fontaine of Farmington, New Mexico; Cole Raybon and wife Krystal of Farmington, New Mexico; Andrew Helms and wife Stephanie of Sterling City, Texas; Patricia Magers and husband Brian of Grape Creek, Texas; and Barron Beacham of San Angelo, Texas ? as well as dear family friend Becky Bulin of Graham, Texas. Honoring his wishes, cremation has taken place under the direction of Morehart Mortuary. A memorial service celebrating his life will be held at 11:00am on Friday, August 21, 2026, at First Baptist Church in Breckenridge, Texas, with long - time friend Gary Hyer officiating. The family warmly invites you to share your memories, stories, and photos of Skeet at https://memorial.eklektiv.org/share/skeet - raybon ? they will treasure every one. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to: - Hendrick Hospice of Abilene - Hope Lodge of Dallas - First Baptist Church of Breckenridge

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Margaret Ann (Alphin) Ayres Midland Margaret Ann (Alphin) Ayres, 75, of Midland, died Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026 in Midland. No services have been scheduled. Arrangements are by American Heritage Cemetery Funeral Home Crematory of Midland.

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Cheryl Malinda Hilburn EL PASO, TEXAS Cheryl Malinda Scarborough was born on August 6th, 1943, to Jr. and Maxine Scarborough. She had a brother, Johnny, who was 10 years younger and she loved him dearly. She grew up in Sweeney, TX south of Houston. Cheryl attended Sweeney High School where she was crowned Homecoming Queen in 1961. She caught the eye of the neighbor boy, Jimmy Rodgers, and they were married on June 17, 1961. They moved to Odessa, Texas to start their life together and had 3 sons, James Keith, Stephen Dwayne and Damon Paul. In her 20's she decided she wanted to go to nursing school and had to get her driver's license first. She then enrolled in nursing school and became a LVN. In her 40's Cheryl went back to nursing school and became an RN. She had a career in nursing that spanned 40 plus years. She was the perfect example of hard work and dedication to a field she cherished. Cheryl never met a stranger and loved everyone and all who knew her loved her exuberance for life. She was a pro at living life to the fullest. She married Beryl Hilburn on May 15, 1992, and they enjoyed 24 years of marriage. Her children adored her and they all have fond memories of trips to Mexico and fantastic Halloween parties. Cheryl was Dr. Doolittle as well. Always taking in a stray cat and kitten, raising sheltie dogs, pugs and canaries. She had a host of pet turtles that came running when she hollered for them in the summer. Cheryl even became a gardener after retirement. She loved shopping and wearing beautiful clothes and accessories. Never left the house without hair, makeup and nails perfect! She loved antiques and had many collections of "cute darling things". Cheryl was preceded in death by her parents and late husband Beryl Hilburn. She is survived by her brother Johnny Scarborough and Cindy, her children, Keith Rodgers of Odessa, TX, Steve Rodgers and wife Jodie of El Paso, TX, and Paul Mapes and wife Heather of Midland TX., grandchildren, Zac, Tori, Courtney, Jackson, Logan, Carson, Dillon and 5 great grandchildren. Our lives have all been touched by a little bit of wonderful by having her and we will miss her. Pallbearers: Zac Rodgers, Jackson Rodgers, Logan Mapes, Carson Rodgers, Dillon Mapes. Visitation s Tuesday, August 18, 2026, 12pm - 2pm, Funeral following at 2pm. Sunset Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home6801 E Business 20, Odessa, TX 79762432 - 362 - 2331. Arrangements are entrusted to Sunset Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home. To send condolences to the family, Please sign her guestbook at www. Sunsetodessa.com

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CLIFF TREE SERVICE Trimming, Removal, Stump Grinding. Years of Experience. Insured. Free Estimates. 432-248-9121

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Simon Navarro Ramirez
SANFORD, FL 18:45 Simon N. Ramirez, 75, born in Ozona, TX on October 6, 1950, was a longtime resident of Oviedo, Florida, sadly passed away on August 8, 2026 at 6:45PM, in Sanford, Florida. Simon was born to E.L. and Alica Ramirez on October 6, 1950, in Ozona, Texas, and was one of six children. In 1968, at 17 years old, Simon joined the United States Air Force, serving four years, most memorably at Udorn Royal Thai Air Force Base in Thailand during the Vietnam War where he was assigned to the Avionics Maintenance Squadron as a IFF Equipment Technician working on systems on the F - 4 Phantom and C - 130 aircraft. Following his honorable discharge in 1972, Simon used the GI Bill to earn his bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from the University of Texas at Austin in 1978. While attending the University of Texas at Austin, Simon was one of the early key members who worked alongside fellow students and UT staff to help establish what is known today as UT SHPE (Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers). Through this work, Simon helped lay the foundation for an organization dedicated to empowering the Hispanic community through STEM education, opportunity, support, and professional development?a legacy that continues to impact future generations. Simon was also a proud member of TEXAS EXES, the University of Texas alumni association, and remained a devoted Longhorn football fan throughout his life. HOOK 'EM! Simon built a long career as an electrical engineer, working for Boeing, L3, Martin Marietta, and Lockheed Martin to name a few. As an electrical engineer, Simon played a key role in developing various US defense weaponry. It was at Martin Marietta that he met the love of his life, Karen Ramirez. The two married after just 3 months of dating in 1995 and built a life together filled with family, travel, laughter, and learning. Simon and Karen loved traveling overseas specifically to Europe, South and Central Americas. Simon was an engineer at heart even before he earned his degree. As a child he loved tinkering with anything that he could deconstruct. This continued well beyond retirement. If he did not know how to fix something, true to his engineering ways, he would research, plan, and execute with detailed logs. Simon also loved to learn. For the last several years he attended the University of Central Florida as an auditing student where he took courses of interest to keep a sharp mind. Simon is survived by his beloved wife, Karen Ramirez of Oviedo, FL; daughter, Catherine Gaillard, and her husband, Stroye; his granddaughters, Raelynn, her spouse, Alex Lake, and Arianna Gaillard all of Altamonte Springs, FL. Siblings Richard N. Ramirez, wife Shauna of Anchorage, AK, sister Viola R. Puga, husband Manny Puga of Wichita Falls, TX, sister Alice R. Acosta, husband Albert of Las Vegas, NV, sister Nancy Luna, husband Juan of Odessa, TX, sister - in - law Pam Ramirez Fannan, and aunt Rosa Navarro of Erving, TX . Simon was blessed with many nieces, nephews and cousins who he loved dearly. Preceding Simon in death is his beloved brother Eusebio N. Ramirez, mother and father. Those who knew Simon will remember his quirky and sometimes wonderfully inappropriate sense of humor, his unmistakable "tell it like it is" personality, and his endless curiosity. He loved U.S. history, aviation, flying small aircraft, photography, bicycling, long walks and frequent dog park visits with his favorite sidekick Ranger Danger, college football, engineering, learning how things worked, and researching just about anything that caught his interest. If Simon didn't know something, chances were good he was going to find out. Above all else, Simon loved his family. He deeply loved Karen and made sure she was never without, treasured the relationship he built with Catherine and Stroye, and absolutely adored his granddaughters, Raelynn and Arianna. In leu of flowers, please donate to your local animal shelter in Simon's honor.

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Financial Risk Analyst for Community National Bank in Odessa, TX. Responsible to staying up to date on & complying with all applicable banking laws & regs as well as CNB policies & procedures. Inform financial decisions by analyzing financial info to forecast business, industry, or economic condition, in order to control or reduce risk. Determine expected profitability of loans & identify areas of potential risk by applying mathematical models of financial or busienss conditions to accurately analyze financial data such as income growth, quality of management, & market share. Req. Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Admin. Mail resume to 8040 East Highway 191, Odessa, TX 79765

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House for sale - 102 S. 11th St. Junction Texas. 2 bdrm, 1 bath, corner rock house with extra lot, covered parking, unique fireplace with local fossils, convenient to shopping and the Llano River. $169,500. Call 325-215-1460

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Sunset Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home Very nice lots in the garden fountain section in front part of cemetery. Lot #105 Spaces 1 & 2. Total price $9,675 903-235-2246

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