Harkey Funeral Home

Willie Lawrence (Junior) Myers, 78, of Monahans, Texas departed from this life on Thursday, May 19, 2022 a couple days after surgery. Willie was born in De Berry, Texas to his parents Leemon and Willie Mae Myers on September 2, 1943. Willie spent his early childhood in De Berry before moving to Stanton, Texas where he went to school and played football and sports. He also graduated from Stanton high school. After completing his high school education he moved to Midland, Texas where he made home but went on to enlist in the military where he joined the Army. After the army Willie went on to become a professional truck driver for many years until he became disabled. Willie loved his...

Thomas L. Escamilla (61) of Monahans, Texas was welcomed into the kingdom of his heavenly Father on April 26th, 2022, in Odessa, Texas. Tommy was born May 3rd, 1961, in Monahans, Texas to Mario and Amalia Escamilla. He was a graduate of Monahans High School, Class of 1979 where he served as a student athletic trainer. He also served as a student athletic trainer for Sul-Ross University Class of 1984. He was married to Penny Ebensberger on September 22nd, 1984. Tommy was employed by XTO (Formally Bass Enterprises). He was a Lobo band sponsor for ten years. One of his fondest band memories is when the Lobos were in the playoffs because he was able to dress in his green and white Santa Claus...

Thomas L. Escamilla (61) of Monahans, Texas was welcomed into the kingdom of his heavenly Father on April 26th, 2022, in Odessa, Texas. Tommy was born May 3rd, 1961, in Monahans, Texas to Mario and Amalia Escamilla. He was a graduate of Monahans High School, Class of 1979 where he served as a student athletic trainer. He also served as a student athletic trainer for Sul-Ross University Class of 1984. He was married to Penny Ebensberger on September 22nd, 1984. Tommy was employed by XTO (Formally Bass Enterprises). He was a Lobo band sponsor for ten years. One of his fondest band memories is when the Lobos were in the playoffs because he was able to dress in his green and white Santa Claus...

Virginia Lopez Vasquez, 82, of Monahans, Texas passed away on Thursday, April 7, 2022 at her home surrounded by family. Virginia was born in Lamesa, Texas to parents Ysabel and Marciana Lopez on September 15, 1939. Virginia was a long-time resident of Monahans, Texas. For several years, she worked for the MWPISD school district in the cafeteria at the Tatom Elementary School. She was an avid sports fan who followed all her nieces and nephews from t-ball to high school sports. Virginia and her husband were huge supporters of the Monahans Loboes athletics. Not to mention, Virginia was a die-hard Dallas Cowboys fan. Some of her hobbies include gardening and crocheting but her favorite was...

Elidia Cano Oyerbides, 85, of Monahans, Texas went to meet her maker January 23, 2022. She was born in Alpine, Texas. Elidia was a hairdresser for years, an accomplished cosmetologist. A member of Grace Fellowship, she attended devotedly. "Momo" was a loving, dedicated wife for 69 years. She was the most generous woman one could meet. Her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren were the world to her. The saying "she would give you the shirt off her back" would not do her justice. Lydia was preceded in death by both her parents, several brothers and sisters, and recently her grandson, Joshua Bingham. She is survived by her husband, Mike E. Oyerbides, two brothers Eleno Cano of...

Jimmy Dale Haveman (66) was born on March 24th, 1955 to Sara and Wayne Haveman. He passed away on December 25th at his home in Monahans. He was preceded in death by his father and his wife Karen. He is survived by his mother Sara Bryan, daughter Krystal Haveman, his sons Adam Haveman and Kevin Pate, grandsons Donavan Haveman and Noah Yearwood, partner Renee Walden and her children Travis and LaTiesha Walden, brother Billy Haveman (Debbie), and sister Joyce Simmons (Bill). As a child he can only be described as ornery and mischievous. He was definitely all boy. Since he had no fear, he and his mom spent many hours in the emergency room for stiches and broken bones. Through it all, Jimmy grew...

Alma Louise White peacefully passed away December 3rd, 2021, Midland, Texas, at the age of 99 after a long, loving, and full life. Louise was born in Loraine, Texas, Eunice and Milton Hamilton on March 5th, 1922. Louise graduated from Pecos High School and shortly after married Oma Ray White of Mentone. Upon marrying in 1940, Louise and Ray lived in the Grandfalls-Royalty area until moving to Monahans in 1953 where they raised their fours son, Robert, Cecil, Johnny, and Bobby. With her husband Ray as the pilot, they enjoyed traveling in their plane to various locations where they sometimes played in golf tournaments together. Louise lost Ray early in her life, on February 7th, 1969, but...

Kenneth Ray Swarb 86, passed from this life on Saturday, October 23, 2021, in Monahans, Texas. Ken was born on December 3, 1934, in Harjo, Oklahoma to Luther Simon Asbury Swarb and Mamie Gertrude Swarb. He spent his boyhood days in rural Oklahoma. He attended school at Harjo and graduated in 1953. After high school Kenneth was able to secure a job with Warren Petroleum Company, where he spent 31 years at Harjo and Sapulpa, Oklahoma; Monahans, Texas and Eunice, New Mexico. Kenneth spent most of his years as an engine and compressor mechanic and as a supervisor in his later years with Warren Petroleum. Kenneth met and married the love of his life: Laverne Palmer Swarb in 1953. Both were...

Shirley Imogene Estes, 91 years old, joined our Lord and Savior on September 10, 2021 in Odessa, TX. Shirley was born on November 20, 1929 in Abilene, TX to Hiram Baggett and Adeline Rogers. She received her Bachelors from North Texas University and a Masters from Sul Ross University. In 1957 Shirley married Carl D. Estes Jr. and had 3 wonderful daughters. She was a dedicated Social Studies teacher at Monahans ISD for 36 years. When Shirley retired she became a full time Granny. Shirley enjoyed playing bridge, gardening, sewing, and spending time with friends and family. She also enjoyed attending all her grand kids' recreational events. Shirley is preceded by husband Carl D. Estes Jr. and...

Ludivina "Ludi" Hinojos Marquez, 66, passed away on August 22, 2021 in Grandfalls, Texas. She was born on December 20, 1954 to Angel Gonzales and Otilla Galindo Huerta in Mexico. Ludi was a extremely hard worker and took much pride in her work. When she wasn't working in her restaurant cooking for her guest you could find her making floral arrangements. She always took the best care of her family. Most of all she enjoyed cooking for her family. Ludi is preceded in death by her parents Angel and Otilla Gonzales, and grandson Jayden Montoya. She is survived by her loving dog Katrina, children; Jose Marquez and wife Diana Garcia, Homer Marquez and wife Sonya Wilkerson, Saul Marquez, Alfonzo...

Duane Sanders passed away in Albuquerque, New Mexico on August 13, 2021. Duane Sanders was born on July 11, 1958 in Kansas City, MO. and lived the majority of his life in Texas. He was a graduate from Permian High School ( Go MOJO ). He loved people, music, & cooking ( especially Bar-B-Que ). He was also an avid wrestling fan. He was a proud member of the Monahans Lions Club. His passion was radio & he did a Sunday morning Gospel radio show in Monahans. He was a faithful volunteer in the engineering, production, praise and worship for all of his churches. He was preceded in death by his father, Lloyd Sanders and son Scott Sanders. He is survived by his wife, Valarie...

Jose Martinez Davila was born September 14, 1928 in Pecos, Texas, and died in Monahans, Texas at the age of 92. Jose started working at George Bentley Construction in Grandfalls and then moved to Monahans when the company relocated to Monahans. He worked many years as a construction foreman and supervised the construction of many of the oilfield locations throughout the Permian Basin. He worked for the construction company until the company dissolved. He then went to work for Texas Lease Works as their construction superintendent until he retired at the age of 65. Jose was a true servant of God. He was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. For many years he served in many...