For the Week of February 28 - March 6, 2021

Funeral services for Joe Hailes, age 90 of Seminole, Texas will be held Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Westside Church of Christ with Brother Tom Keyes officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Memorial Cemetery. The church will allow a limited number of attendees inside for the funeral service, and it is suggested that a mask be worn, and social distancing practiced, in keeping with CDC guidelines. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.

Mr. Hailes was born in Ringling, Oklahoma on September 10, 1930 to Eunice (Gibson) and Henford Pete Hailes. He married Marcella Mallory on June 17, 1980 in Carlsbad, New Mexico. He was a member of Westside Church of Christ and worked as a chemist for Odessa National United Chemical Tubescape and C.E. Vetco. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean War as a radio operator on B-29 bombing missions to Korea. Joe’s hobby and passion was the love of playing golf.

Joe Hailes went to be with the Lord Jesus Christ on Saturday, February 27, 2021 at his home in Seminole, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents, three brothers and two sisters. He is survived by his wife Marcella Hailes of Seminole; two daughters, Sharon Mathews and Cindy K. Hailes; two brothers, Cecil Hailes and Herbert Hailes; two sisters, Marjorie Gallas and Jane Williams; and one grandchild.

Amos J Crider, 90, of Denver City, Texas passed away February 20, 2021 at Lamun-Lusk-Sanchez Texas State Veterans Home in Big Spring, Texas. A visitation with family is planned from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, Thursday, February 25, 2021 at Boyer Memorial Chapel, 120 W 4th Street in Denver City and the funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, February 26, 2021 at the First Baptist Church, 519 W 4th Street in Denver City, Texas under direction of Boyer Funeral Home of Seminole.

Amos was born February 21, 1930 in Leaday, Texas to Ira and Ida (Upchurch) Crider. He attended school in Artesia and went to work on the pipeline for El Paso Natural Gas. Working for the pipeline caused Amos to move around a lot which brought him to the small town of Lordsburg, New Mexico. Lordsburg was hit with a blizzard which caused Amos to take refuge in a movie theatre and hold up for a few days where he met his beloved wife, Mary Sue DeVilbiss. They were married on January 17, 1951 and began a life together that blessed them with 9 children, 6 daughters and 3 sons. In August after marrying Mary Sue, Amos joined the US Marine Corp. where he would serve his country for 8 years. While in the Marines, Amos was sent to serve in the Korean War with his oldest daughter just a few weeks old. He spent one year and 28 days on the peninsula of Korea in the combat zone. Mary Sue received notification that Amos was killed in action from two Marine Corp officers but they did not know where his body was, which broke her heart. Ten days later, Amos came home which shocked and amazed Mary Sue. Amos was shot by sniper fire on his left hand and left arm on 9 May 1952. Ten months and eleven days later on 20 March 1953 he received his most severe wound, shrapnel from a hand grenade in his abdomen. He received 2 purple hearts for both of his wounded in action incidents. Due to the communication deficiency at that time, it was unclear of his presence on the hospital ship that brought him home to her. His last few months of active-duty service were spent as a Military Police Officer with the Marines. Amos came home to Denver City before moving to San Ignacio, Texas and working in the commercial fishing industry which he enjoyed. Ten years later he moved his family back to Denver City and put down roots where he worked in the oilfield and watched his family grow. Amos loved to go fishing when he wasn’t working, but to Amos, fishing was work too. He would take his boat, load down the pick up with all kinds of fishing gear and every kid and grandkid that wanted to go. He enjoyed his time showing them all how to fish, catch’em, clean’em, cook’em and eat’em. Amos passes his legacy through his children and grandchildren with an understanding of how to work hard for what you want in life, how to enjoy the world that God gave us through hunting, camping, fishing, boating, and most of all, family and memories.

Amos is survived by his sons, Glenn Crider and wife Gayla of Seminole, Billy Crider and wife Connie of Columbiana, Alabama, Bobby Crider and fiancé Cindy Windham of Denver City; daughters, Barbara Sue McGee of Denver City, Maxine McCoy and husband Johnny of West Point, Texas, Niecie Jones and husband Richard of Denver City, Fay Gandee and husband Dale of Gay, West Virginia; brother, Billy F. Crider and wife Kim of LaGrange; 17 grandchildren, 50+ great grandchildren, 8 great-great grandchildren and several nieces, nephews and friends.

Amos was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 49 years, Mary Sue Crider; his parents; 2 daughters, Betty Lynn Crider Power and Beverly Jean Crider; granddaughter, Amber Michelle Crider; great grandson, Wyatt Ranson Langehennig; 4 brothers, Robert Curtis Crider, Johnny Wayne Crider, Glenn Dale Crider and Will Haley Crider; 3 sisters, Zelma (Crider) Pitcox, Betty Ruth Crider, Barbara “Bobbie” (Crider) Torres; and 2 sons-in-law, Roy McGee Sr. and John Power Sr.

Graveside services for Marta Garcia, age 89 of Brownfield, Texas will be held Saturday, February 20, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Gaines County Cemetery with the family officiating. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home of Seminole, Texas.

Mrs. Garcia was born March 30, 1931 in Sinton, Texas to Elena (Mendiola) and Selso Valades. She married Pablo Garcia in Brownfield, Texas in November of 1974. She was a Christian and a homemaker. She enjoyed cooking, quilting, playing Mexican bingo, being outside, and gardening, but she especially loved her dog “Bear.” Her home was always an open door to anyone.

Marta Garcia passed away Sunday, February 14, 2021 in Andrews, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Pablo Garcia in 2003; three brothers, two sisters, and one daughter. She is survived by one son, Selso Trevino and wife Soyla of Brownfield, Texas; one daughter, Rosalinda Estrada of San Angelo, Texas; four step-sons, Joe Garcia and wife Lorena of Midland, Texas, Paul Garcia and wife Teresa of Amarillo, Texas, Ricky Garcia and wife Mona of Lubbock, Texas, and Tommy Garcia and wife Alicia of Gardendale, Texas; four step-daughters, Sandra Morin and husband Lupe of Brownfield, Texas, Mary Urteaga and husband Robert, Judy Hernandez and husband Steven, and Julie Serna and husband Oscar, all of Amarillo, Texas; one brother, Felix Valades of California; one sister, Andrea Uballe of Seminole, Texas; 38 grandchildren; and blessed with numerous great-grandchildren and one great-great-great-grandchild. 

Funeral services for Henry Giesbrecht, age 66 of Seminole, Texas will be held Saturday, February 6, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at Evangelical Mennonite Church with Pastor Isaak Fehr and Pastor Abe Bulher assisting. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home. The church will allow a limited number of attendees inside for the funeral service, and it is suggested that a mask be worn and social distancing practiced, in keeping with CDC guidelines.

Mr. Giesbrecht was born in Mexico on January 15, 1955 to Aganetha (Harder) and Abram Giesbrecht. He married Helena Guenther in Mexico on June 15, 1975. He worked in irrigation for 27 years and was a member of Sommerfeld Mennonite Church. Henry enjoyed singing with his grandchildren and reading the bible. In August 2016 Henry went on a men’s trip where his eyes were opened to God’s truth. This trip changed his and his entire family’s lives, and he has since spent the last four years being a light and encouragement to everyone he encountered, leaving a legacy of faith that will never be forgotten.

Henry Giesbrecht passed away at Seminole Memorial Hospital in Seminole on Tuesday, February 2, 2021. He is preceded in death by his parents, three brothers and one sister. He is survived by his wife Helen Giesbrecht of Seminole; three sons, Henry Giesbrecht and wife Nancy, Jake Giesbrecht and wife Irma, and David Giesbriecht and wife Annie, all of Seminole; one daughter, Tina Friesen and husband Abe of Seminole; five brothers, Abram Giesbrecht and wife Margaret, Jacob Giesbrecht and wife Lisa, Peter Giesbrecht and wife Susan, David Giesbrecht and wife Tina, and Isaak Giesbrecht and wife Nettie, all of Canada, and Bernhard Giesbrecht and wife Annie of Seminole; four sisters, Maria Dyck and husband Jacob, Gertruda Welk and husband Peter, and Margaretha Baltz and husband Peter, all of Canada, and Aganetha Wall and husband Isaak of Mexico; and 15 grandchildren.

Funeral services for Roger De Leon, age 35 of Seminole, Texas, will be held Saturday, January 30, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at Transformation Church with Pastor Tod Delay officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home. The church will allow a limited number of attendees inside for the funeral service, and it is suggested that a mask be worn, and social distancing practiced, in keeping with CDC guidelines.

Mr. De Leon was born October 13, 1985 in Lamesa, Texas to Dora (Castillo) and Roger De Leon. He worked in the oilfield and was a hardworking man. He grew up in Seminole with a group of friends that called him brother. He attended and played football for Eastern New Mexico University in Portales where he earned a bachelor’s degree in Education. He enjoyed Tejano and Country music. He loved to dance and was known for being a master on the barbeque grill. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, and he had a heart of gold; he extended his kindness to everyone. Roger had an infectious smile and laugh; most would say that they never saw him have a bad day. He was a devoted Dallas Cowboys fan, win or lose. Roger would also want everyone to know and remember that Dez caught it!

Roger De Leon passed away in Odessa due to a car accident on Sunday, January 24, 2021. He is survived by his parents, Dora and Roger De Leon of Seminole; three sisters, Liza Hensley and husband Shane, Ruby De Leon and Josh Little,  and Ashley De Leon, all of Seminole; two nieces, Clarissa Gomez and Brianna Zapata; and five nephews, Daimyan Zapata, Aidan Garza, Jeremiah McClain, Joshua and Ethan Little, all of Seminole.

Graveside services for Ruperto Cavazos, Jr., age 68 of Seminole, Texas will be held Friday, January 22, 2021 at Gaines County Cemetery at 11:00 a.m. with Father Jose de Dios Gonzalez officiating. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.

Mr. Cavazos was born on December 5, 1952 in Sebastian, Texas to Ofelia (Torres) and Ruperto Cavazos. He married Nelley Ramos on December 5, 1970 in Seminole. He was a Catholic and worked in the oilfield. Ruperto was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan and enjoyed going to the casino, hunting, fishing, old trucks and his corvette. He was known for his fried chicken and barbeque and was always joking. He also loved spoiling his grandchildren and he was a dedicated friend.

Ruperto Cavazos, Jr. passed away Monday, January 18, 2021 at his home in Seminole. He is preceded in death by his parents and one sister. He is survived by his wife, Nelley Cavazos of Seminole; two sons, Armando Cavazos and wife Lori and Eddie Cavazos and wife Felina, both of Seminole; one daughter, Cathy Hallum and husband Chad of Seminole; two sisters, Lupie Gomez and husband Eddie and Lucila Cavazos, both of Seminole; and 10 grandchildren.

Funeral services for Maria (Inez) Asebedo, age 92 of Midland, Texas will be held Saturday, January 16, 2021 at First Baptist Church at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Sam Medina officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.The church will allow a limited number of attendees inside for the funeral service, and it is suggested that a mask be worn and social distancing practiced, in keeping with CDC guidelines.

Mrs. Asebedo was born October 4, 1928 in San Saba, Texas to Antonia (Soto) and Benito Cervantez. She married Raymond Asebedo in Richland Springs, Texas on September 21, 1948. She was a devoted Christian and a homemaker and the nursery director at her church for fifty years; she and her husband pastored ten churches for over forty years. She always looked her best and was known for her fashion, jewelry and signature lipstick. She enjoyed cooking and serving people. Her grandchildren were the stars in her crown and she never regarded her in-laws as anything but her family.

Maria Asebedo passed away at her home in Midland on Wednesday, January 13, 2021. She is preceded in death by her parents, two sons, one daughter, two brothers, five sisters, one granddaughter, one grandson, and one great-granddaughter. She is survived by her husband, Raymond Asebedo of Midland, Texas; two sons, Sam Asebedo and wife Sherry of Midland, Texas and Randy Asebedo and wife Delia of Lubbock, Texas; four daughters, Janie Saldana and husband Rey of Seminole, Texas, Nora Stewart and husband Craig of Midland, Texas, Rita Coronel and husband Jesus of Plains, Texas, and Martha Reynolds and husband Matt of Canyon Lake, Texas; 25 grandchildren; 52 great-grandchildren and 12 great great-grandchildren.

Graveside services for Andrea Villalva, age 92 of Seminole, Texas will be held Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at Gaines County Cemetery at 11:00 a.m. with Father Jose de Dios Gonzalez officiating. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home.

Mrs. Villalva was born April 27, 1928 in Terlingua, Texas to Mauricia (Martinez) and Juan Urquietta. She married Trinidad Villalva in 1951 in Plainview, Texas, and she was a devoted Catholic. Andrea worked at Seminole Memorial Hospital as a dietician, retiring after 16 years. She was dedicated to her church and served as a Guadalupana; she also sang in the choir. In her spare time she enjoyed cooking, crocheting, doing crafts together with her friends, and home décor. She hosted and attended many Stanley and Tupperware parties. She also always took care of her appearance and she believed in looking neat and proper. She used to write a newspaper in Spanish, and always loved to dance in her younger years.

Andrea Villalva passed away at her home surrounded by her family on Friday, January 15, 2021.  She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband in 1994, one son, one daughter, two brothers, and one sister. She is survived by four sons, Hector Balderama of Fort Stockton, Texas, Bill Rodriguez and wife Sylvia of Seminole, Oswaldo Villalva of Austin, Texas, and Jim Villalva and wife Vicky of California; three daughters, Angie Aguilar and husband Carlos of Fort Stockton, Hilda Garza and husband Jesse of Seminole, and Nelda K. Villalva of Seminole; four sisters, Maria Molinar of Odessa, Texas, Delores Rivera of Seminole, and Hortencia Cordova and Catalina Bermudez, both of Alpine, Texas; 18 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren, and eight great-great-grandchildren. 

Funeral services for Herminia Luna, age 61 of Seminole, Texas will be held Saturday, January 2, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at Primera Iglesia Bautista Church with Pastor Bill Rodriguez officiating. Burial will follow at Gaines County Cemetery. All services are under the direction of Boyer Funeral Home. The church will allow a limited number of attendees inside for the funeral service, and it is suggested that a mask be worn and social distancing practiced, in keeping with CDC guidelines.

Mrs. Luna was born in Mexico on July 27, 1959 to Juana Garcia (Bueno) and Raymundo Figueroa Herrera. She married Manuel Luna on August 22, 1986 in Childress, Texas. She was a member of Primera Iglesia Bautista Church and a homemaker. Herminia was a firm believer in the Lord Jesus Christ and had a strong Christian faith; she was always praying and was never ashamed to show her faith. God knew and heard her prayers. She loved to fellowship with her friends and family, eating conchas and drinking coffee. She also enjoyed shopping, wearing make-up, and nice jewelry. Herminia was a single mother who had to be a mother and father to her children and taught them core values such as Christian beliefs and respect for their elders. Herminia was a great mother, mother in law, sister, aunt, and God- loving, faithful woman.

Herminia Luna passed away Saturday, December 26, 2020 at Odessa Regional Medical Center in Odessa, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Manuel Luna in 1994; and three brothers. She is survived by two sons, Martin Giron and wife Guadalupe of Baja, California, and Cesar Herrera and wife Norma of Seminole, Texas; four sisters, Rosa Herrera Bueno and husband Misael Gonzalez of California, Maria Antonieta Herrera Bueno and husband Antonio Pacheco of Mexico, Marta Herrera Bueno of Mexico, and Maria Del Rosario Herrera of Mexico; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.