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Roman Arispe Roman Arispe Jr. Cornelio Betancourt Maria Molinar De La O Guadalupe Gonzalez Ireneo Gonzalez Jesusita Gonzalez Jose Gonzalez Luciana Gonzalez Paz Molinar Gonzalez Filberto Gonzalez Jr Agripina Burges Molinar Alberto Molinar Alejandro Molinar Amando Molinar Atilano Molinar Jr. Balbino Molinar Daniel R. Molinar Eduardo G. Molinar Gloria Molinar Guadalupe Molinar Hazel Waters Molinar Jesus Molinar Jesus Jaquez MolinarJose Molinar Jose Baeza Molinar Juan Baeza Molinar Luisa Jaquez Molinar Manuel Molinar Maria Burges Molinar Mariano Molinar Miguel Molinar Paula Molinar Paz Molinar Ramon Armandariz Molinar Rosaria Galindo Molinar Silverio Molinar Tomas Molinar Victoriano Molinar Zenaida Molinar Guillermo Rodriguez Jose Molinar Rodriguez Estela Valenzuela Guadalupe Valenzuela Arturo White Jr. |
Obituaries
Benigna Gonzalez Betancourt Alfredo De La O Roman De La O Ampara Gallego Maria Esperanza Grado Herminia Rodriguez Martinez Alberto Molinar Andres "Andy" Molinar Andres Molinar Jr Candelaria Acosta Molinar Conrada Molinar Elidia Molinar Enrique Molinar Filberto Molinar Francisco Jaquez Molinar Fred Molinar Guillermo B. Molinar Jesus Molinar Josefina Molinar Luis Molinar Manuel Molinar Maria Betancourt Molinar Roberto Gonzalez Molinar Silverio A. Molinar Vicente Molinar Victoriano Molinar Ida Robledo Benigna Molinar Rodriguez Eulalia Molinar Rodriguez Arturo Moreno White Carolina Jaquez Molinar White Viola Ybarra Marriage Records
Luis Bustos and Elisa Molinar
Manuel Grado and Maria Esperanza Molinar Alberto Molinar and Conrada Jaquez Eduardo Molinar and Luisa Jaquez |
Death Records
Obituaries
Benigna G. Betancourt
Odessa American, 31 May 2009
1911-2009
ODESSA Benigna G. Betancourt 98, of Odessa, went to be with her lord on May 29, 2009. She was born on March 27, 1911 in El Indio Ranch, Presidio, to Filiberto and Benigna Molinar Gonzales.
Benigna married Carmen P. Betancourt. She was a housewife, that enjoyed cooking for her family. She was a member of St. Josephs Catholic Church.
She is survived by 2 daughters Elizabeth & Rodolfo Daniels, and Virginia & Sammy Garcia all of Odessa 5 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, 3 great great grandchildren.
Rosary will be 7PM, Monday, at Martinez-Smith Funeral Chapel. Mass will be 10 AM, Tuesday, June 2, 2009, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church with Father Mark Miller officiating. Interment will be in Rosehill Cemetery.
DeLaO, Alfredo
Alpine Avalanche, 9 Aug 2006
Alfredo M. DeLaO, 67, of Alpine, passed away Sunday, Aug. 6, at Odessa Medical Center.
Rosary service was held Wednesday, Aug. 9, at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be celebrated today at 10 a.m. at the church with Father Mike Alcuino officiating. Geeslin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. DeLaO was born June 28, 1939, in Terlingua to Roman and Jesusita DeLaO. He was a member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church and a lifetime resident of Alpine.
He is survived by four sisters, Virginia DeLaO-Pena of Fabens, Clella Fite of San Angelo, Celia Anderson of Granbury and Alicia Benavidez of Alpine; and four brothers, Roman DeLaO of Alpine, Claudio DeLaO of Fayetteville, Ark., Roberto DeLaO of Alpine and David DeLaO of Alpine.
Roman De La O
Probably Alpine Avalanche (Madrid collection)
ALPINE (SC) – Roman De La O, 66, died Tuesday in Big Bend Memorial Hospital after a sudden illness.
Mass will be at 2:30 p.m. today in Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church with burial in Holy Angel Cemetery.
Mr. De La O was born July 17, 1913, in Terlingua and had been a lifelong resident. He was a ranch worker. His wife preceded him in death.
Survivors include four daughters, Virginia Pena of Fabens, Clelia Dyer of Fort Stockton, Celia Espinosa of El Paso and Elisia Rodriguez of Alpine; five sons, Alfred De La O, Roman De La O, Robert De La O and David De La O, all of Alpine and Claudio De La O of Newark, N.J.; a sister, Mrs. Consuelo Granada of Artesia, N.M.; and 16 Grandchildren.
Ampara Gallego
The International
Vol. 13 No. 18 Pg. 9
29 April 1999
Archives of the Big Bend
Ampara ((Molinar)) Gallego, 70, of Saragosa died Saturday, April 24, 1999, in Saragosa.
Service was held at 2 p.m. Monday at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Saragosa with burial in Saragosa Cemetery, directed by Martinez Funeral Home.
She was born Nov. 14, 1928, in Terlingua and was a lifetime resident of Saragosa. She was a homemaker and a member of the Catholic church.
Survivors include her husband, Joe Gallego of Saragosa; seven sons, Billy Joe Gallego and Jimmy Gallego, both of Saragosa, Joe Gallego III of Corona, Calif., Freddy Gallego and Alan Gallego, both of Pecos, Tony Gallego of Presidio and Sammy Gallego of San Angelo; three daughters, Nora Briceno of Pecos, Linda Briceno of Saragosa and Alexa Gallegos of San Angelo; three brothers, Victoriano Molinar Jr. of Alpine, Raul Molinar of Pecos and Joe Molinar of San Antonio; two sisters, Alicia Portillo of El Paso and Elva Molinar of Odessa; 20 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.
Maria Esperanza Grado
Fort Stockton
Maria Esperanza Grado, Fort Stockton, died Friday, April 4, 2008 in Fort Stockton, Texas. She was 86 years old.
Born May 31, 1921 in Terlingua, Texas, she was the daughter of Jose Molinar and Isabel Chaves, she married Manuel Grado.
Preceded in death by her husband Manuel Grado and her parents Jose and Isabel Molinar, sisters; Consuelo Machaca and Elisa Torres, brothers; Manuel Molinar and Jose Molinar, and her son Raul Grado.
Survivors include her sons; Oscar Grado of Fort Stockton, Manuel Grado Jr. of Presidio, Texas, and Jose Grado of Hobbs, New Mexico, Adan Grado of Odessa, Texas, daughters; Rosa Elva Arenivas and Maria Dominguez both of Fort Stockton, Texas, brothers; Cruz Molinar of Presidio, Texas, Adolfo Molinar of San Mateo, California.
Prayer service were held Saturday, April 5, 2008 7:00 p.m. at Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Fort Stockton, Texas, Alvaro Navarrette officiated.
Funeral Services were held Sunday April 6, 2008 10:00 a.m. At Memorial Funeral Home of Fort Stockton.
Interment was at East Hill Cemetery in Fort Stockton, Texas.
Arrangements were under the direction of Memorial Funeral Home of Fort Stockton, Texas
Herminia R. (Rodriguez) Martinez
Published in the Odessa American on 3/2/2008.
ODESSA Herminia R. Martinez died on February 28, 2008, at her residence. She was born in Terlingua on December 8, 1931, to Guillermo and Luz Rodriguez. She married Robert Sotelo Martinez in Alpine in 1950. She had three daughters and two sons.
She was preceded in death by husband, Robert S. Martinez, parents, brothers, Manuel Rodriguez, Guillermo "Willie" Rodriguez and nephew Danny Rodriguez.
She is survived by her sons, Robert R. Martinez Jr (Sandra), Randall Martinez, (Very special Family friend Jim Brown); daughters, Wanda Gonzales (Raymond), Esther Garza (Leo), Patsy Dominguez; Aunt Begnina Betancourt; brother, Manuel Rodriguez Jr.; sister Margie Medrano; her best friend and sister-in-law, Jesse Hernandez; grandchildren, Joel (Prissy) Gamboa, Amanda Gonzales, Brandy (Richard) Aguilar, Jennifer Espinoza, Katie (Lucas, Jr.) Garcia, Sammy Espinoza, Robert Martinez III, Melinda Martinez.
Great grandchildren, Aarron Gamboa, Ally Gamboa, Bryan, Deaven and Richie (Wormie) Aguilar, Damian Espinoza, Kiara and Kylee Gates, maliki and Nickali Rivera, Karlie Garcia.
Her family would like to thank Dr. J.B. Naidu and Home Hospice for their compassionate care. We the family would like to thank all of the friends and family for their thoughts and prayers.
Viewing will be held today, March 2, 2008 ,at the funeral home from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m., and a rosary will be said at 7 p.m.
Funeral services will be held Monday, March 3, 2008, at 2 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Father Joe Uecker officiating. Burial will follow at Ector County Cemetery in the Rose Hill Garden. Services are entrusted to Martinez-Smith Funeral Chapels and Crematory.
Albert Molinar Sr.
USTexGenWeb Archives Project
ODESSA - Albert Molinar Sr., 80 years of age, went to be with the Lord and Savior on Sunday, Sept. 22, 2002, at Medical Center Hospital.
He was born to Albert and Luisa Molinar in Terlingua, Texas, on Dec. 29, 1921. In January of 1950, he married Anita Flores and they had seven children.
He served his country in the U.S. Army in Normandy. His lovely wife preceded him in death.
Our father was a good family man who enjoyed life. His is survived by his sons: Albert Molinar Jr. of Odessa, Joel Molinar and his wife, Nydia, of Dallas, Oscar Molinar of Houston, Johnny Molinar and wife, Delma, of Borger, Orlando Molinar of St. Paul, Minn., Tommy Molinar and wife, Dana, of Odessa, Eddie Molinar of Odessa, daughter; Mary Mersmann and husband, Andrew, of San Antonio, brother; Antonio Molinar of Alpine, sister; Enedina DeAnda of Odessa, 18 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren.
A Rosary was recited at 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 23, 2002, at Odessa Funeral Home Chapel. Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2002, at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church with the Rev. Gilbert Rodriguez officiating. Burial will follow with Military Honors at Rose Hill Cemetery. Christopher Molinar, Johnny Molinar, Ben Molinar, Eddie Molinar, Dane Molinar and Andrew Mersmann will serve as pallbearers.
Molinar, Andres Jr.
Alpine Avalanche, 22 Jan 2004
Services for Andres Molinar, 71, of Alpine, were held Wednesday, Jan. 21, at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Alpine with Father Mike Alcuino officiating. Rosary was said Tuesday, Jan. 20, at the church. Burial was in Holy Angels Catholic Cemetery.
Mr. Molinar died Jan. 18 at Big Bend Regional Medical Center. He was born Jan. 31, 1932, in Alpine to Andres Sr. and Manuela Molinar.
Survivors include two sons, Rudy T. Molinar and Andy T. Molinar, both of Alpine; four daughters, Yolanda T. Molinar, Nora M. Martinez, Estella M. Sanders, all of Alpine, and Linda T. Molinar of Florida; 16 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren.
Andres was a good father, grandfather and great-grandfather. His family loved him very much and prays he will rest in peace. God bless you, Dad, from your children.
Andy Molinar
Alpine Avalanche, 14 Aug 2008
Andy Joe Molinar III, a lifetime resident of Alpine, died Thursday, Aug. 7, 2008, in Odessa. He was 47.
“Andy was a great father, son, uncle, brother and a very good friend to those who knew him. Andy had a smile that would light up the room. He will be missed dearly,” his family said.
A prayer vigil service was held at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 8, at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Alpine. Funeral Mass was at 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 9, at the church with Father Mike Alcuino officiating. Burial was in Holy Angels Cemetery. Memorial Funeral Home of Fort Stockton handled arrangements.
Mr. Molinar was born May 8, 1961, in Alpine to Ofelia Torres Molinar and Andres Molinar Jr.
He was preceded in death by one daughter, Sara Jennifer Molinar, and his father.
Survivors include two daughters, Sophie Molinar of Alpine and Sandra Molinar of Odessa; one son, Andrew Molinar of Odessa; four sisters, Rosalinda Jordan, Nora Martinez and Estella Sanders, all of Alpine, and Yolanda Molinar of Fort Stockton; one brother, Rudy Molinar of Alpine; and three grandsons.
“He left peacefully and is now in Heaven with God and his family. Andy was a good man with a heart of gold. Those that truly knew him and his goodness will never forget him,” said his family members
Candelaria Acosta Molinar
Odessa American
June 28, 2007 - 11:55PM
Odessa Candelaria Acosta Molinar, 83, of Odessa, died Tuesday, June 26, 2007, at Hospice House.
Services will be at 11 a.m. today at Templo Getsemani with Felipe Molinar officiating. Mass will be celebrated at 2 p.m. today at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Burial will be at Rose Hill Cemetery. Arrangements are by Acres West Funeral Chapel.
Survivors Sons, Luis Molinar, Justo Molinar and Felipe Molinar, all of Odessa; daughters, Esther Gomez and Rosa Almance, both of Odessa; 17 grandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren
Conrada Molinar
Franco-Molinar Family Scrapbook
2004-079
(newspaper not identified)
Donated by Luisa Madrid
Archives of the Big Bend
ALPINE – Conrada Molinar, 84, died Wednesday at Valley Star Nursing Home.
Rosary will be recited at 6 p.m. today at the Geeslin Funeral Home Chapel with funeral Mass at 11:30 a.m. Saturday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. The Rev. Bill Ryan will officiate. Burial will follow in Holy Angels Cemetery directed by Geeslin Funeral Home.
She was born Feb. 19, 1903, in Lajitas and had been a lifelong resident of the area. She was a member of Accion Catolica.
Survivors include six daughters, Rosa Chacon of El Paso, Aurora Garcia of California, Caroline White of Terlingua, Elvira Terrazas and Elisa Bustos, both of Monahans, and Concha Hernandez of Alpine; four sons, Vicente J. Molinar, Eduardo Molinar Jr., Frank Molinar and Jesus Molinar, all of Alpine; one brother, Santiage Jacques of New Mexico; 35 grand-children; and numerous great-grandchildren.
(Hand written note on bottom: “Eduardo Molinar wife.”
Elidia ‘Mina’ Molinar
2007-11-04 06:00:00
ODESSA Surrounded by her loving family Elidia “Mina” Molinar 79 years of Odessa, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday November 2, 2007 at Southwestern University Medical Center at Zale-Lipshy in Dallas, Texas. Mina was born in Terlingua on May 9, 1928 to Miguel and Felipa Betancourt they preceded her in death along with sisters; Guadalupe Miranda, Maria Molinar, brothers; Carmen Betancourt, Cornelio Betancourt. . Mina married the love of her life Cruz Molinar on November 11, 1963 in Odessa, they would have celebrated their 45 year wedding anniversary. She was a member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church and a homemaker and good cook, holidays were a very special time for her, she always had family coming and going for food and coffee, nobody left her home hungry, she enjoyed sewing, taking care of her home and especially watching her favorite Spanish novellas . She is survived by her husband Cruz "Papo" Molinar of Odessa, son; Adrian Molinar, daughters; Elda Molinar and Becky Molinar all of Odessa, brothers; Salvador Betancourt of Odessa, Jesus Betancourt and wife Emma of Odessa, Gregorio Betancourt of Alpine. Mina is also survived by her numerous honorary children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She will be missed by all. A Rosary will be recited on Monday, November 5, 2007 at Odessa Funeral Home Chapel. Mass will be celebrated at 2:00 PM on Tuesday at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church with the Reverend Mark Miller officiating. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery. Serving as Pallbearers will be Arturo Llanez Jr., Ruben Llanez Sr., David Miranda, Jacob Martinez, Roy Molinar, Rudy Molinar, Honorary Pallbearers; Miguel Miranda, Matthew Molinar and Alex Payen.
Services by Odessa Funeral Home.
Enrique Molinar
Alpine Avalanche
Vol. 199 No. 49 Pg. 6A
30 September 1993
Archives of the Big Bend
Enrique Molinar, 75, of Alpine died September 24 at Medical Center Hospital in Odessa. Rosary followed by a Mass was conducted by Rev. Jose Antonio Martinez at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church on September 27. Military graveside rites conducted by the Alpine VFW Post followed in Holy Angels Cemetery. Arrangements by Geeslin Funeral Home.
Mr. Molinar was born June 20, 1918 in Terlingua and had lived in Alpine most of his life. He was a Catholic, and Army veteran of WWII, and a former employee of Big Bend National Park.
Survivors include one sister, Zenaida White of Alpine; six brothers, Juan Molinar of Alaska, Beto, Roberto and Samuel Molinar, all of Odessa, Fred Molinar of Alpine and Herminio Molinar of El Paso.
Pallbearers were Sam White, Bobby Dominguez, David Valencia, Larry Molinar, Adan Fuentez Jr., and Tony Urquidez.
Filiberto Molinar
USTexGenWeb Archives Project
ODESSA - Filiberto G. Molinar, 82, of Odessa, a retired truck driver, died Monday, Oct. 21, 2002, at Hospice House.
Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Sunset Memorial Gardens with the Rev. Owen Sharp officiating. Visitation will be from 7 to 9 p.m. today at Frank W. Wilson Funeral Directors. Arrangements by Frank W. Wilson Funeral Directors.
He was born in Terlingua. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II.
SURVIVORS: Wife, Susie Molinar of Odessa; son, Joe Molinar of Austin; daughter,
Dalinda Brito of Odessa; sister, Zenaida White of Alpine; brothers, Fred Molinar
of Alpine, Samuel Molinar of Odessa and Heminio Molinar of El Paso; two
grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
Francisco Jaquez Molinar
Alpine Avalanche
Vol. 112 No. 10 Pg A2
6 March 2003
Archives of the Big Bend
Services for Francisco Jaquez Molinar, 64, of Alpine, were held Saturday, March 1 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Alpine with Father Rick Ruiz officiating. Rosary was said on Thursday, Feb 27 at the church. Burial followed in Holy Angels Cemetery in Alpine. He died in Alpine on Sunday, Feb. 23. He was born on March 30, 1939 in Alpine. He married Ramona Garcia on Aug. 10, 1969.
Survivors include his wife, Ramona Garcia Molinar of Alpine; a son, Edward Molinar of Alpine; two stepsons, Joe Herman Garcia of Odessa and Noel Salas of El Paso; three daughters, Denise Valles of Alpine, Debra Valles of Alpine and Jennifer Garcia of Fresno, Calif.; a brother, Edwardo J. Molinar; four sisters, Aurora Garcia of Fresno, Calif., Concho Hernandez of Alpine, Rosa Chacon of El Paso and Elvira Terrazas of Crane; 15 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Edwardo and Conrado Molinar; two brothers, Juan Molinar and Jesus Molinar; and two sisters, Carolina White and Lisa Bustos.
Fred G. Molinar
Alpine Avalanche
Vol. 114 No. 25 Pg. A2
23 June 2005
Archives of the Big Bend
Fred G. Molinar, 81, long-time resident of Alpine passed away Thursday, June 16, at Hospice Home in Odessa. Arrangements were handled by Geeslin Funeral Home in Alpine.
Rosary was recited Sunday, June 19, at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. Funeral Mass was celebrated Monday, June 20, with Sister Margie officiating. Burial followed at Holy Angels Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers were Michael Fuentez, Adam Fuentez, Jr., Jason Galihadd, William Jr. Garcia, Larry Molinar and Rufus Urquidez, Jr.
Fred was born in Terlingua on July 7, 1923, to Juan and Senaida Gonzales Molinar. He married Angela “Lillie” Gonzales in 1951. Throughout most of Fred’s life he worked as a rancher and lived in the Alpine area. He was a Catholic.
Fred Molinar is survived by his children, Anita Fuentez, Marlyn Carasco, Rosie Molinar Trevino, Johnny Urquidez, Jr., Hortencia Guttierrez, Refugio Urquidez, Tony Urquidez and Juan Manuel Urquidez; sisters Senaida White, Angie Quintella and Mercy Aguilar; brothers, Sam Molinar and Herminio Molinar; 26 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Lillie Molinar, and parents, Juan and Senaida Molinar.
Fred was a well respected father and hero. He was one of the greatest cowboys that ever lived in West Texas. He was a man who taught great morals, values, self respect and good work ethics, which are priceless. He will be missed.
Guillermo B. Molinar
Odessa American
April 20, 2010 4:21 PM
ODESSA Guillermo B. Molinar, 87, of Odessa, died Sunday, April 18, 2010, at Vitas Hospice of San Antonio.
A rosary will be said at 7 p.m. today at Martinez-Smith Funeral Chapel.
Mass is scheduled at 2 p.m. Thursday at St. Joseph Catholic Church with the Rev. Joe Uecker officiating.
Burial will be at Ector County Cemetery.
Arrangements are by Martinez-Smith Funeral Chapels and Crematory.
He was born in Terlingua. He was Catholic.
SURVIVORS Sister, Ernestina Hernandez of Devine; and brother, Alfonso Molinar of Carlsbad, N.M.
J. J. Molinar
Alpine Avalanche (Madrid papers)
(Jesus Molinar, son of Eduardo Molinar and Conrada Jaquez)
ALPINE – J.J. Molinar, 51, died Friday, March 25, 1994, in a Houston hospital.
Rosary will be at 7 p.m. today at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. Mass will be at 2 p.m. Monday the church with burial in Holy Angels Cemetery, directed by Geeslin Funeral Home.
He was born Dec 25, 1942, in Alpine and was a lifetime resident. He had worked as a lineman for the Southern Pacific Railroad and was a Catholic.
Survivors include his wife, Concha Molinar of Alpine’ three daughters, Rosa Linda Molinar, Kimberly Jean Molinar and Jessica Lynne Molinar, all of Alpine; six sisters, Elisa Bustos and Elvida Terrazas, both of Monahans, Aurora Garcia of Fresno, Calif., Carolina White of Terlingua, Concha Hernandez of Alpine and Rosa Chacon of El Paso; two brothers, Lalo Molinar and Poncho Molinar, both of Alpine; and a grandson.
Molinar, Josefina
Alpine Avalanche, 14 Aug 2003
Services for Josefina Molinar of Alpine will be held today at 9 a.m. at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Alpine with Father Rick Ruiz officiating. Rosary was said Wednesday, Aug. 13 at the church. Burial will follow at Holy Angels Cemetery in Alpine. She died Aug. 9 in Alpine, and was born Sept. 24, 1922 in Alpine.
She was a proud member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, and a beloved mother who loved life, music and dancing.
Survivors include two sons, Ramon Molinar, Jr. of Alpine and Ruben Molinar of Riverside, Calif.; four daughters, Elizabeth Slack of Houston, Angelica Molinar and Monica Molinar of Alpine and Laura Mann of San Angelo; three sisters, Ampara Cobos and Socorro Garcia of Alpine and Teresa Rubio of El Paso; three brothers, Alfonso Ramos and Salomon Ramos of Alpine and Julio Ramos of Del Rio; her special friend and relative, Tommy Ramos; numerous nieces and nephews; 19 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ramon Molinar; her parents, Salomon and Josefa Ramos; a son, Carlos Molinar; brother, Carlos Ramos; and sister, Amanda Ramos.
Arrangements entrusted to Memorial Funeral Home, Fort Stockton.
From Texas USGenWeb Archives Project, Ector County
Luis Molinar
USTexGenWeb Archives Project
ODESSA - Luis A. Molinar, 80, of Odessa, a retired machinist, died Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2002, at Medical Center Hospital.
Mass will be celebrated at 2 p.m. Friday at St. Joseph's Catholic Church with the Rev. Gilbert Rodriguez officiating. Rosary will be said at 7 p.m. today at Martinez Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be at Rose Hill Cemetery. Arrangements by Martinez Funeral Home.
He was born in Presidio and was a lifelong resident of Odessa. He was Catholic.
SURVIVORS: Wife, Candelaria A. Molinar of Odessa; sons, Luis Efren Molinar, Justo Molinar and Felipe Molinar, all of Odessa; daughters, Rosa E. Almance and Ester Gomez, both of Odessa; sisters, Teodora Armendariz and Elisa Hernandez, both of Goshen, Calif., Maria Castillo of Odessa and Eva Salas of Presidio; brothers, Silverio Molinar and Jesus Molinar, both of Odessa, Jose Molinar of Ontario, Calif., Isabel Molinar of Pecos and Lorenzo Molinar of Ojinaga, Mexico; 17 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.
Manuel C. Molinar
Manuel C. Molinar, 82, passed away Feb. 6, 2000, at the V.A. Hospital in Big Spring surrounded by his family.
He was born on May 13, 1918, in Terlingua. Mr. Molinar retired many years ago from tire construction/bricklayer industry. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II in the South Pacific and was a member of the Catholic Church.
Mass will be celebrated at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2000, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery.
Mr. Molinar was preceded in death by his son, Manuel J. Molinar.
He is also survied by his brothers, Cruz Molinar of Odessa and Adolfo Molinar of San Mateo, Calif.; sisters, Esperanza Grado of Presidio and Consuelo Machuca of Odessa; grandchildren, Rick Molinar of Austin and Darlene Garcia of Midland; great-grandchildren, Ricky Molinar, Rebecca Garcia and Ray Garcia Jr.
Services by Odessa Funeral Home.
Molinar, Maria B.
Maria B. Molinar, 68, of Odessa, died Saturday, Dec. 5, 1998, at her home. Mass will be celebrated at 2 p.m. Monday at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Rosary will be said at 7 p.m. Sunday at Martinez Funeral Home. Burial will be at Rose Hill Cemetery. Arrangements by Martinez Funeral Home. She was born in Terlingua and had lived in Odessa for 41 years. She was Catholic. Survivors: Husband, Rogelio Molinar, Sr. of Odessa; sons, Rogelio Molinar, Jr. and Rudy Molinar, both of Odessa; daughters, Esther Hernandez of Clute, Elida Garza and Sally Molinar, both of Odessa; sisters, Lupe Miranda and Elidia Molinar, both of Odessa; brothers, Carmen Betancourt, Jesus Betancourt and Salvador Betancourt, all of Odessa, and Gregorio Betancourt of Alpine; and 14 grandchildren. (Permian Basin Death Notices, December 6, 1998)
Roberto Gonzalez Molinar
Alpine Avalanche
Vol. 107 No. 4 Pg. B6
22 January 1998
Archives of the Big Bend
Mass for Roberto Gonzalez Molinar, 72, was celebrated at 11 a.m. Tuesday, January 20, 1998 at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Odessa with the Rev. Mark Woodruff officiating.
Rosary was said at 7 p.m. pm Monday. Burial was in Rosehill Cemetery in Odessa.
Molinar died Saturday, January 17, 1998 at Methodist Center Hospital.
He was born August 8, 1925 in Terlingua and married Leonarda “Lee” Sanchez in Carlsbad, New Mexico on April 3, 1951.
He moved from Alpine to Odessa. He served in the Navy as a gunner’s mate third class. He was a lifetime member of VFW Post 4372 and a member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church.
Molinar is survived by his wife, Lee Molinar of Odessa, three sons, Larry Robert Molinar and his wife Mary Ella, Nat “Sonny” Rodriguez and his wife Ruby, and David B. Valencia Jr. and his wife Christy, all of Odessa; three daughters, Betty Molinar Torres and her husband Robert, Norma Molinar Garcia and her husband Joe, and Nora Molinar Armesto, all of Odessa; four brothers, Philberto Molinar and Samuel Molinar, both of Odessa, Herminio Molinar of El Paso, and Frederico Molinar of Alpine; a sister; Senaida White of Alpine; 17 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren.
Silverio A. Molinar (1932 - 2010)
Published in Odessa American on May 21, 2010
ODESSA Silverio A. Molinar, 78 years, died Wednesday, May 19, 2010, at Medical Center Hospital in Odessa. Silverio was born May 9, 1932, in Bado de Piedra to father, Justo Molinar and mother, Estanislada, who both preceded him in death.
Rosary will be held Friday, May 21, 2010, at 7 p.m. at Martinez Smith Funeral Chapels. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, May 22, 2010, at 12:30 p.m. at St. Anthony Catholic Church with the Rev. Joe Uecker officiating. Burial will follow at Rosehill Garden Cemetery.
Survivors include wife, Maria Reyes Molinar of Odessa; son, Reyes (Ray) Molinar of Odessa; daughters, Rose Medrano and Maria Luisa Sotelo, both of Odessa, and Adelaida Lopez of Pecos; sisters, Maria Castillo of Odessa, Eva Salas of Presidio and Teodora Armendariz and Elisa Hernandez, both of California; brothers, Jesus Molinar of Odessa, Isabel Molinar of Pecos, Lorenzo Molinar of Ojinaga Chihuahua, Mexico, and Jose Molinar of California; 12 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and one great-great-grandchild.
He was preceded in death by parents, Justo and Estanislada Molinar; and brothers, Ricardo Molinar and Luis Molinar.
Services are under the direction of Martinez Smith Funeral Chapels & Crematory.
Vicente G. Molinar
Alpine----Vicente G. Molinar,100, died Friday, Oct.14,1994 at his residence.
Rosary will be at 7 p.m. Today at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. Mass Will be at 3 p.m. Monday at the church with burial in Holy Angels Cemetery, Directed by Geeslin Funeral Home.
He was born Dec. 11, 1893, in Presidio and was a lifetime resident Of Alpine. He was in construction Business and was a Catholic.
Survivors include three daughters, Amparo Gallego of Saragosa, Alicia
Portillo of El Paso and Elva Espinosa of Alpine; three sons, Vic Molinar of Alpine
Raul "Chief" Molinar of Pecos and Joe Molinar of San Antonio: 34 grandchildren:
62 GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN: and 14 great-great-grandchildren.
Victoriano “Vic” Molinar
Alpine Avalanche, Friday April 13, 2007
Victoriano “Vic” Molinar, 83, lifelong resident of Alpine, passed away at his home Monday, April 2.
Rosary services were held Sunday, April 8, at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. Funeral Mass was celebrated Monday, April 10, at the church with Father Mike Alcuino officiating. Military burial followed at Holy Angels Cemetery.
Geeslin Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Molinar was an Army veteran of World War II. He spent most of his adult life as an automotive salesman at various local car dealerships, beginning at Casner Motor Company. He also owned and operated Vic’s Restaurant, a liquor store and other enterprises. He was an avid golfer.
He was born in Alpine on Dec 24, 1923, to Vicente and Candelaria Molinar.
He is survived by his daughters, Sylvia Ramos, Cora Chavez and Lisa Molinar of Alpine, Victoriana Molinar of Seminole and Mary Ann Blair of Midland; three sons, Raul Molinar and Pio Molinar of Alpine and Joe Rodriguez of California; two sisters, Elva Espinoza of Odessa and Alicia Portillo of El Paso; two brothers, Raul Molinar of Pecos and Joe Molinar of San Antonio; 25 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his special companion, Lauris Ann Hawkins of Alpine.
The family requests that memorials be made to the American Cancer society, the American Legion or the VFW.
Pallbearers were Joe Molinar, Raul Molinar, Victoriano Molinar, Freddy Gallego, Walter Vick and Bake Turner. Honorary pallbearer was Julian Molinar.
Ida Robledo
Midland Reporter-Telegram
March 27, 2011
Ida "Mom" Robledo, of Midland, passed away Friday, March 25, 2011. She was born September 1, 1938 to the late Joe and Hazel Molinar in Marfa, TX. At the age of 11 she moved to Midland where she continued her education and met the love of her life, the late Paul Robledo of Midland. They were both members of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church and were joined in marriage on May 30, 1955. Mom was a very loving and caring person, she had the biggest heart in the world. She was preceded in death by her husband Paul Robledo, her parents, her brother and two great-grandchildren. Mom is survived by her seven children, Larry Robledo and wife Susana; Rosa Anna Robledo; Ida Rangel and husband Edward; Sue Ann Robledo; Paula Rangel and husband Carlos; Missie Soto and husband Richard; Lupe Turner and husband Scott, all of Midland; brothers, Raul Molinar of Mississippi; Jimmy Molinar of California and Eddie Molinar of Midland; sisters, Hazel Velarde of Midland; Gloria Sanchez of Valentine; Olivia Avalos of Weatherford; Sylvia Behenio of Midland; Beatrice White of Valentine and Bertha Height of Arizona. Mom had twenty-five grandchildren and forty-eight great-grandchildren. Thank you God for placing her in our lives, we were truly blessed! A Rosary will be held at 7:00 PM Monday, March 28, 2011 in the Ellis Funeral Home Chapel, with visitation following. Funeral Mass has been scheduled for 1:00 PM Tuesday, March 29, 2011 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church with Father Edward T. de Leon OMI officiating. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home.
Benigna M, Rodriguez
Alpine Avalanche
Vol. 99 No. 23 Pg 6A
1 April 1993
Archives of the Big Bend
Benigna M, Rodriguez, 78, of Alpine died March 23 in a Midland Memorial Hospital.
Private family services were held in Presidio.
Rodriguez was born February 9, 1915 in Terlingua to Alberto and Luisa Molinar. She moved to Alpine with her family at an early age. She married Jesus Manuel Rodriguez and moved to Presidio until 1967. They moved back to Alpine in 1967 and lived here since.
Survivors include three sons, Jesus M. Rodriguez of Pittsburg, CA, Adan M. Rodriguez of Big Spring and Alberto M. Rodriguez of Big Spring; five daughters, Irma Gates of Lewisville, Esther Gutierrez of Harlingen, Maria L. Manzano of Alpine, Rebecca Merrill of King City, CA and Ruby R. Molinar of Presidio; 15 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Arrangements in Midland were under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home.
Eulalia Molinar Rodriguez
Alpine Avalanche
Vol. 96 No. 24 Pg. 15
12 April 1990
Archives of the Big Bend
Eulalia Molinar Rodriguez, 76, of Alpine, died April. 5, 1990, at Brewster Memorial Hospital. Rosary was Apr. 6 in Geeslin Funeral Home chapel. Mass was Apr. 7 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church with Frs. John Lucido and Roberto Alvarado officiating. Burial followed in Holy Angels Cemetery.
She was born Apr. 3, 1914, in Terlingua.
Survivors include her husband, Gonzalo Rodriguez of Alpine; a sister, Senidia White of Alpine; and seven brothers, Juan Molinar, Phileberto Molinar, Roberto Molinar and Samuel Molinar all of Odessa, Enrique Molinar and Fred Molinar, both of Alpine, and Herminio Molinar of El Paso.
Pallbearers were Tomas Fuentez, Rudy Molinar, Johnny Milan, Richard Milan, Larry Molinar and Dicky Molinar.
Arturo Moreno White
Big Bend Sentinel
Vol. 65 No. 5 Pg.13
16 April 1998
Archives of the Big Bend
Arturo Moreno White, 76, of Terlingua died Friday, April 10, 1998, at Big Bend Regional Medical Center hospital in Alpine.
Rosary was at 8 p.m. Monday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Alpine. Funeral Mass was at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the church with burial at Holy Angels Cemetery, directed by Geeslin Funeral Home.
He was born Feb. 17, 1922, in Lajitas. He was a retired heavy equipment operator for Brewster County. He also had worked in the Quicksilver Mines in Terlingua. He was preceded in death by a brother and four sisters, and his wife, Carolina Molinar, and son, Arturo Jr.
Survivors include three sons, Roberto White and Ector M. White, both of Odessa and John M. White of Alpine; two daughters, Delfina W. Gardea of Odessa and Delia W. Dominguez of Terlingua, a brother, Fred White of Odessa; two sisters, Dola W. Dominguez of Odessa and Librada White of California; 13 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews.
Family requests memorials be made to the American Heart Association.
Carolina Molinar White
Alpine Avalanche
Vol. 105 No. 19 Pg.7A
9 May 1996
Archives of the Big Bend
Funeral mass for Carolina Molinar White, 68, of Terlingua was held at 2 p.m. Monday, May 6, 1996, at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Alpine with Rev. Rick Ruiz officiating.
Mrs. White died on May 4 and Rosary was held on Sunday, May 5.
Burial was in Holy Angels Cemetery directed by Geeslin Funeral Home.
Mrs. White was born March 27, 1928, in Terlingua where she was a lifelong resident. She was a Catholic.
Survivors include her husband, Arturo White of Terlingua; two daughters, Delfina Gardea of Odessa and Delia White of Terlingua; three sons, Robert White of Odessa, John White of Alpine and Hector White of Terlingua; five sisters, Concha Hernandez of Alpine, Rosa Chacon of El Paso, Aurora Garcia of Fresno, California, Elisa Bustos and Elvira Terrazas, both of Monahans; two brothers, Edward Molinar and Francisco Molinar, both of Alpine; 13 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers were Andy Munoz. Beto Garza, Glenn E. White, Joe E. White, Robert M. White Jr., Jeff Hafer and Lencho Lara.
Alpine Avalanche
Vol. 105 No. 21 Pg. 3-TS
23 May 1996
Archives of the Big Bend
Taken from “Just Lookin’, News from South Brewster County” by Lucille Muchmore.
We remember Carolina White, 68, a lifelong resident of Terlingua who died May 6, 1996. Carolina and husband Arturo owned and operated the Terlingua Store, located on Hwy. 170, between Terlingua Creek and the ghost town for many years.
It began in a small room as a part of their home and eventually grew into a large building housing the store and a beauty shop. Her store was a welcome place for friends and passersby to stop and visit or open a can of sardines, box of crackers and a can of pop for a lunch at the long table where news stories were told.
Carolina was someone special to everyone who came to know her. Ho one left her place hungry. She convinced many of those who illegally crossed the Rio Grande to return to their homes. She was active in community projects and gave of her time and money.
For the past several years the property adjoining the store has been home to the Wick Fowler-Frank Tolbert Chili Cook-off. Her calm and gentle presence helped to make each cook-off a success.
Carolina White was much loved and will be greatly missed.
Viola Molinar Ybarra
Fort Stockton Pioneer, Friday, February 29, 2008
Alpine
Viola Molinar Ybarra, 72, passed away suddenly on Monday February 18, 2008 to join our Lord Jesus Christ and her beloved family in the Kingdom of Heaven.
She was born on May 25, 1935 in Alpine, TX where she was raised.
Viola was married to the late Flavio Ybarra for 25 years in Alpine where they raised their six children. In 1982 she moved to Midland to be with her family.
She was a homemaker and caregiver to her family. She enjoyed music, singing, cooking and spending time with her family and friends.
Viola was a Cursillista, a long time member of Our Lady of Peace in Alpine and currently a member of St. Stephen's Catholic Church.
"Mom, Grandma, Yaya we love you and you will always be in our hearts."
She was preceded in death by her parents; five brothers; one grandson, Edmundo "Lil Eddie" Ybarra Jr and a granddaughter, Dorina Sanchez-Mesquita.
She leaves behind her son:, Edmundo Ybarra of Midland; five daughters: Belinda Vizcaino, Melva Almodova, Delpha Norton and Lupe Martinez all of Midland and Ninfa Gatica of Alpine, TX: two sisters: Dora Molinar of Alpine, Texas and Eva Rodriguez of San Diego, CA; a very special and dear friend, Manuel Arcides (Nelson); nineteen grandchildren, twenty-three great grandchildren and numerous nephews and nieces.
A rosary was held Thursday, February 21, 2008 at 7:00 PM at Lewallen-Garcia-Pipkin Chapel. Funeral Mass was also held Friday, February 22, 2008 at 10:00 AM at St. Stephen's Catholic Church with Father James Bridges officiating. Interment followed at Resthaven Memorial Park.
Grandsons served as pallbearers.
Services were under the direction of Lewallen-Garcia-Pipkin Funeral Home.
Jesus Aguilar "Chuy" Molinar (1942-2011)
Odessa American
June 21, 2011
ODESSA Jesus Aguilar Molinar (Chuy), age 69, of Odessa, died Sunday, June 19, 2011, at his residence in Odessa, Texas He was born on February 21, 1942 to Justo T. and Estanislada (Aguilar) Molinar in Vado de Piedra, Chihuahua, Mexico. Jesus was employed by Huckbay Industries.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife: Amada Porras Molinar; son: Cosme A. Molinar; brothers: Ricardo Molinar and Luis Molinar; and sisters: Maximil Flores and Eliza Hernandez.
Those left to cherish his memory are his daughters: Dora (Molinar) Almance and husband Pedro, Luz Estella Martinez and husband Carlos, all of Odessa, Sylvia M Suchil and husband Isreal of Lubbock, and Daniella Porras and husband James of Midland; sons: Jesus P Molinar, Jr. and wife Paula, Carlos A Molinar and wife Claudia, Dario P Molinar and wife Sylvia, all of Odessa; sisters: Teodora Armendariz of Fresno, CA, Maria Castillo and husband Rafael of Odessa, Eva Salas and husband Reyaldo of Presidio; brothers: Jose A Molinar of Visalia, CA, Isbel A Molinar and wife Petra of Pecos, Lorenza A Molinar of Rancho Gayton, MX; 19 grandchildren; and 25 great-grandchildren.
Rosary will be said at 7:30 pm Tuesday evening, June 21, 2011 at Acres West Funeral Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, June 22, 2011 at Acres West Funeral Chapel, with Pastor Felipe Molinar officiating. Arrangements are being handled by Acres West Funeral Chapel, 8115 W. University Blvd, Odessa, Texas and online condolences may be sent at www.acreswestfuneral.com.
Benigna G. Betancourt
Odessa American, 31 May 2009
1911-2009
ODESSA Benigna G. Betancourt 98, of Odessa, went to be with her lord on May 29, 2009. She was born on March 27, 1911 in El Indio Ranch, Presidio, to Filiberto and Benigna Molinar Gonzales.
Benigna married Carmen P. Betancourt. She was a housewife, that enjoyed cooking for her family. She was a member of St. Josephs Catholic Church.
She is survived by 2 daughters Elizabeth & Rodolfo Daniels, and Virginia & Sammy Garcia all of Odessa 5 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, 3 great great grandchildren.
Rosary will be 7PM, Monday, at Martinez-Smith Funeral Chapel. Mass will be 10 AM, Tuesday, June 2, 2009, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church with Father Mark Miller officiating. Interment will be in Rosehill Cemetery.
DeLaO, Alfredo
Alpine Avalanche, 9 Aug 2006
Alfredo M. DeLaO, 67, of Alpine, passed away Sunday, Aug. 6, at Odessa Medical Center.
Rosary service was held Wednesday, Aug. 9, at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be celebrated today at 10 a.m. at the church with Father Mike Alcuino officiating. Geeslin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. DeLaO was born June 28, 1939, in Terlingua to Roman and Jesusita DeLaO. He was a member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church and a lifetime resident of Alpine.
He is survived by four sisters, Virginia DeLaO-Pena of Fabens, Clella Fite of San Angelo, Celia Anderson of Granbury and Alicia Benavidez of Alpine; and four brothers, Roman DeLaO of Alpine, Claudio DeLaO of Fayetteville, Ark., Roberto DeLaO of Alpine and David DeLaO of Alpine.
Roman De La O
Probably Alpine Avalanche (Madrid collection)
ALPINE (SC) – Roman De La O, 66, died Tuesday in Big Bend Memorial Hospital after a sudden illness.
Mass will be at 2:30 p.m. today in Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church with burial in Holy Angel Cemetery.
Mr. De La O was born July 17, 1913, in Terlingua and had been a lifelong resident. He was a ranch worker. His wife preceded him in death.
Survivors include four daughters, Virginia Pena of Fabens, Clelia Dyer of Fort Stockton, Celia Espinosa of El Paso and Elisia Rodriguez of Alpine; five sons, Alfred De La O, Roman De La O, Robert De La O and David De La O, all of Alpine and Claudio De La O of Newark, N.J.; a sister, Mrs. Consuelo Granada of Artesia, N.M.; and 16 Grandchildren.
Ampara Gallego
The International
Vol. 13 No. 18 Pg. 9
29 April 1999
Archives of the Big Bend
Ampara ((Molinar)) Gallego, 70, of Saragosa died Saturday, April 24, 1999, in Saragosa.
Service was held at 2 p.m. Monday at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Saragosa with burial in Saragosa Cemetery, directed by Martinez Funeral Home.
She was born Nov. 14, 1928, in Terlingua and was a lifetime resident of Saragosa. She was a homemaker and a member of the Catholic church.
Survivors include her husband, Joe Gallego of Saragosa; seven sons, Billy Joe Gallego and Jimmy Gallego, both of Saragosa, Joe Gallego III of Corona, Calif., Freddy Gallego and Alan Gallego, both of Pecos, Tony Gallego of Presidio and Sammy Gallego of San Angelo; three daughters, Nora Briceno of Pecos, Linda Briceno of Saragosa and Alexa Gallegos of San Angelo; three brothers, Victoriano Molinar Jr. of Alpine, Raul Molinar of Pecos and Joe Molinar of San Antonio; two sisters, Alicia Portillo of El Paso and Elva Molinar of Odessa; 20 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.
Maria Esperanza Grado
Fort Stockton
Maria Esperanza Grado, Fort Stockton, died Friday, April 4, 2008 in Fort Stockton, Texas. She was 86 years old.
Born May 31, 1921 in Terlingua, Texas, she was the daughter of Jose Molinar and Isabel Chaves, she married Manuel Grado.
Preceded in death by her husband Manuel Grado and her parents Jose and Isabel Molinar, sisters; Consuelo Machaca and Elisa Torres, brothers; Manuel Molinar and Jose Molinar, and her son Raul Grado.
Survivors include her sons; Oscar Grado of Fort Stockton, Manuel Grado Jr. of Presidio, Texas, and Jose Grado of Hobbs, New Mexico, Adan Grado of Odessa, Texas, daughters; Rosa Elva Arenivas and Maria Dominguez both of Fort Stockton, Texas, brothers; Cruz Molinar of Presidio, Texas, Adolfo Molinar of San Mateo, California.
Prayer service were held Saturday, April 5, 2008 7:00 p.m. at Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Fort Stockton, Texas, Alvaro Navarrette officiated.
Funeral Services were held Sunday April 6, 2008 10:00 a.m. At Memorial Funeral Home of Fort Stockton.
Interment was at East Hill Cemetery in Fort Stockton, Texas.
Arrangements were under the direction of Memorial Funeral Home of Fort Stockton, Texas
Herminia R. (Rodriguez) Martinez
Published in the Odessa American on 3/2/2008.
ODESSA Herminia R. Martinez died on February 28, 2008, at her residence. She was born in Terlingua on December 8, 1931, to Guillermo and Luz Rodriguez. She married Robert Sotelo Martinez in Alpine in 1950. She had three daughters and two sons.
She was preceded in death by husband, Robert S. Martinez, parents, brothers, Manuel Rodriguez, Guillermo "Willie" Rodriguez and nephew Danny Rodriguez.
She is survived by her sons, Robert R. Martinez Jr (Sandra), Randall Martinez, (Very special Family friend Jim Brown); daughters, Wanda Gonzales (Raymond), Esther Garza (Leo), Patsy Dominguez; Aunt Begnina Betancourt; brother, Manuel Rodriguez Jr.; sister Margie Medrano; her best friend and sister-in-law, Jesse Hernandez; grandchildren, Joel (Prissy) Gamboa, Amanda Gonzales, Brandy (Richard) Aguilar, Jennifer Espinoza, Katie (Lucas, Jr.) Garcia, Sammy Espinoza, Robert Martinez III, Melinda Martinez.
Great grandchildren, Aarron Gamboa, Ally Gamboa, Bryan, Deaven and Richie (Wormie) Aguilar, Damian Espinoza, Kiara and Kylee Gates, maliki and Nickali Rivera, Karlie Garcia.
Her family would like to thank Dr. J.B. Naidu and Home Hospice for their compassionate care. We the family would like to thank all of the friends and family for their thoughts and prayers.
Viewing will be held today, March 2, 2008 ,at the funeral home from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m., and a rosary will be said at 7 p.m.
Funeral services will be held Monday, March 3, 2008, at 2 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Father Joe Uecker officiating. Burial will follow at Ector County Cemetery in the Rose Hill Garden. Services are entrusted to Martinez-Smith Funeral Chapels and Crematory.
Albert Molinar Sr.
USTexGenWeb Archives Project
ODESSA - Albert Molinar Sr., 80 years of age, went to be with the Lord and Savior on Sunday, Sept. 22, 2002, at Medical Center Hospital.
He was born to Albert and Luisa Molinar in Terlingua, Texas, on Dec. 29, 1921. In January of 1950, he married Anita Flores and they had seven children.
He served his country in the U.S. Army in Normandy. His lovely wife preceded him in death.
Our father was a good family man who enjoyed life. His is survived by his sons: Albert Molinar Jr. of Odessa, Joel Molinar and his wife, Nydia, of Dallas, Oscar Molinar of Houston, Johnny Molinar and wife, Delma, of Borger, Orlando Molinar of St. Paul, Minn., Tommy Molinar and wife, Dana, of Odessa, Eddie Molinar of Odessa, daughter; Mary Mersmann and husband, Andrew, of San Antonio, brother; Antonio Molinar of Alpine, sister; Enedina DeAnda of Odessa, 18 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren.
A Rosary was recited at 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 23, 2002, at Odessa Funeral Home Chapel. Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2002, at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church with the Rev. Gilbert Rodriguez officiating. Burial will follow with Military Honors at Rose Hill Cemetery. Christopher Molinar, Johnny Molinar, Ben Molinar, Eddie Molinar, Dane Molinar and Andrew Mersmann will serve as pallbearers.
Molinar, Andres Jr.
Alpine Avalanche, 22 Jan 2004
Services for Andres Molinar, 71, of Alpine, were held Wednesday, Jan. 21, at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Alpine with Father Mike Alcuino officiating. Rosary was said Tuesday, Jan. 20, at the church. Burial was in Holy Angels Catholic Cemetery.
Mr. Molinar died Jan. 18 at Big Bend Regional Medical Center. He was born Jan. 31, 1932, in Alpine to Andres Sr. and Manuela Molinar.
Survivors include two sons, Rudy T. Molinar and Andy T. Molinar, both of Alpine; four daughters, Yolanda T. Molinar, Nora M. Martinez, Estella M. Sanders, all of Alpine, and Linda T. Molinar of Florida; 16 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren.
Andres was a good father, grandfather and great-grandfather. His family loved him very much and prays he will rest in peace. God bless you, Dad, from your children.
Andy Molinar
Alpine Avalanche, 14 Aug 2008
Andy Joe Molinar III, a lifetime resident of Alpine, died Thursday, Aug. 7, 2008, in Odessa. He was 47.
“Andy was a great father, son, uncle, brother and a very good friend to those who knew him. Andy had a smile that would light up the room. He will be missed dearly,” his family said.
A prayer vigil service was held at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 8, at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Alpine. Funeral Mass was at 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 9, at the church with Father Mike Alcuino officiating. Burial was in Holy Angels Cemetery. Memorial Funeral Home of Fort Stockton handled arrangements.
Mr. Molinar was born May 8, 1961, in Alpine to Ofelia Torres Molinar and Andres Molinar Jr.
He was preceded in death by one daughter, Sara Jennifer Molinar, and his father.
Survivors include two daughters, Sophie Molinar of Alpine and Sandra Molinar of Odessa; one son, Andrew Molinar of Odessa; four sisters, Rosalinda Jordan, Nora Martinez and Estella Sanders, all of Alpine, and Yolanda Molinar of Fort Stockton; one brother, Rudy Molinar of Alpine; and three grandsons.
“He left peacefully and is now in Heaven with God and his family. Andy was a good man with a heart of gold. Those that truly knew him and his goodness will never forget him,” said his family members
Candelaria Acosta Molinar
Odessa American
June 28, 2007 - 11:55PM
Odessa Candelaria Acosta Molinar, 83, of Odessa, died Tuesday, June 26, 2007, at Hospice House.
Services will be at 11 a.m. today at Templo Getsemani with Felipe Molinar officiating. Mass will be celebrated at 2 p.m. today at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Burial will be at Rose Hill Cemetery. Arrangements are by Acres West Funeral Chapel.
Survivors Sons, Luis Molinar, Justo Molinar and Felipe Molinar, all of Odessa; daughters, Esther Gomez and Rosa Almance, both of Odessa; 17 grandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren
Conrada Molinar
Franco-Molinar Family Scrapbook
2004-079
(newspaper not identified)
Donated by Luisa Madrid
Archives of the Big Bend
ALPINE – Conrada Molinar, 84, died Wednesday at Valley Star Nursing Home.
Rosary will be recited at 6 p.m. today at the Geeslin Funeral Home Chapel with funeral Mass at 11:30 a.m. Saturday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. The Rev. Bill Ryan will officiate. Burial will follow in Holy Angels Cemetery directed by Geeslin Funeral Home.
She was born Feb. 19, 1903, in Lajitas and had been a lifelong resident of the area. She was a member of Accion Catolica.
Survivors include six daughters, Rosa Chacon of El Paso, Aurora Garcia of California, Caroline White of Terlingua, Elvira Terrazas and Elisa Bustos, both of Monahans, and Concha Hernandez of Alpine; four sons, Vicente J. Molinar, Eduardo Molinar Jr., Frank Molinar and Jesus Molinar, all of Alpine; one brother, Santiage Jacques of New Mexico; 35 grand-children; and numerous great-grandchildren.
(Hand written note on bottom: “Eduardo Molinar wife.”
Elidia ‘Mina’ Molinar
2007-11-04 06:00:00
ODESSA Surrounded by her loving family Elidia “Mina” Molinar 79 years of Odessa, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday November 2, 2007 at Southwestern University Medical Center at Zale-Lipshy in Dallas, Texas. Mina was born in Terlingua on May 9, 1928 to Miguel and Felipa Betancourt they preceded her in death along with sisters; Guadalupe Miranda, Maria Molinar, brothers; Carmen Betancourt, Cornelio Betancourt. . Mina married the love of her life Cruz Molinar on November 11, 1963 in Odessa, they would have celebrated their 45 year wedding anniversary. She was a member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church and a homemaker and good cook, holidays were a very special time for her, she always had family coming and going for food and coffee, nobody left her home hungry, she enjoyed sewing, taking care of her home and especially watching her favorite Spanish novellas . She is survived by her husband Cruz "Papo" Molinar of Odessa, son; Adrian Molinar, daughters; Elda Molinar and Becky Molinar all of Odessa, brothers; Salvador Betancourt of Odessa, Jesus Betancourt and wife Emma of Odessa, Gregorio Betancourt of Alpine. Mina is also survived by her numerous honorary children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She will be missed by all. A Rosary will be recited on Monday, November 5, 2007 at Odessa Funeral Home Chapel. Mass will be celebrated at 2:00 PM on Tuesday at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church with the Reverend Mark Miller officiating. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery. Serving as Pallbearers will be Arturo Llanez Jr., Ruben Llanez Sr., David Miranda, Jacob Martinez, Roy Molinar, Rudy Molinar, Honorary Pallbearers; Miguel Miranda, Matthew Molinar and Alex Payen.
Services by Odessa Funeral Home.
Enrique Molinar
Alpine Avalanche
Vol. 199 No. 49 Pg. 6A
30 September 1993
Archives of the Big Bend
Enrique Molinar, 75, of Alpine died September 24 at Medical Center Hospital in Odessa. Rosary followed by a Mass was conducted by Rev. Jose Antonio Martinez at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church on September 27. Military graveside rites conducted by the Alpine VFW Post followed in Holy Angels Cemetery. Arrangements by Geeslin Funeral Home.
Mr. Molinar was born June 20, 1918 in Terlingua and had lived in Alpine most of his life. He was a Catholic, and Army veteran of WWII, and a former employee of Big Bend National Park.
Survivors include one sister, Zenaida White of Alpine; six brothers, Juan Molinar of Alaska, Beto, Roberto and Samuel Molinar, all of Odessa, Fred Molinar of Alpine and Herminio Molinar of El Paso.
Pallbearers were Sam White, Bobby Dominguez, David Valencia, Larry Molinar, Adan Fuentez Jr., and Tony Urquidez.
Filiberto Molinar
USTexGenWeb Archives Project
ODESSA - Filiberto G. Molinar, 82, of Odessa, a retired truck driver, died Monday, Oct. 21, 2002, at Hospice House.
Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Sunset Memorial Gardens with the Rev. Owen Sharp officiating. Visitation will be from 7 to 9 p.m. today at Frank W. Wilson Funeral Directors. Arrangements by Frank W. Wilson Funeral Directors.
He was born in Terlingua. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II.
SURVIVORS: Wife, Susie Molinar of Odessa; son, Joe Molinar of Austin; daughter,
Dalinda Brito of Odessa; sister, Zenaida White of Alpine; brothers, Fred Molinar
of Alpine, Samuel Molinar of Odessa and Heminio Molinar of El Paso; two
grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
Francisco Jaquez Molinar
Alpine Avalanche
Vol. 112 No. 10 Pg A2
6 March 2003
Archives of the Big Bend
Services for Francisco Jaquez Molinar, 64, of Alpine, were held Saturday, March 1 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Alpine with Father Rick Ruiz officiating. Rosary was said on Thursday, Feb 27 at the church. Burial followed in Holy Angels Cemetery in Alpine. He died in Alpine on Sunday, Feb. 23. He was born on March 30, 1939 in Alpine. He married Ramona Garcia on Aug. 10, 1969.
Survivors include his wife, Ramona Garcia Molinar of Alpine; a son, Edward Molinar of Alpine; two stepsons, Joe Herman Garcia of Odessa and Noel Salas of El Paso; three daughters, Denise Valles of Alpine, Debra Valles of Alpine and Jennifer Garcia of Fresno, Calif.; a brother, Edwardo J. Molinar; four sisters, Aurora Garcia of Fresno, Calif., Concho Hernandez of Alpine, Rosa Chacon of El Paso and Elvira Terrazas of Crane; 15 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Edwardo and Conrado Molinar; two brothers, Juan Molinar and Jesus Molinar; and two sisters, Carolina White and Lisa Bustos.
Fred G. Molinar
Alpine Avalanche
Vol. 114 No. 25 Pg. A2
23 June 2005
Archives of the Big Bend
Fred G. Molinar, 81, long-time resident of Alpine passed away Thursday, June 16, at Hospice Home in Odessa. Arrangements were handled by Geeslin Funeral Home in Alpine.
Rosary was recited Sunday, June 19, at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. Funeral Mass was celebrated Monday, June 20, with Sister Margie officiating. Burial followed at Holy Angels Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers were Michael Fuentez, Adam Fuentez, Jr., Jason Galihadd, William Jr. Garcia, Larry Molinar and Rufus Urquidez, Jr.
Fred was born in Terlingua on July 7, 1923, to Juan and Senaida Gonzales Molinar. He married Angela “Lillie” Gonzales in 1951. Throughout most of Fred’s life he worked as a rancher and lived in the Alpine area. He was a Catholic.
Fred Molinar is survived by his children, Anita Fuentez, Marlyn Carasco, Rosie Molinar Trevino, Johnny Urquidez, Jr., Hortencia Guttierrez, Refugio Urquidez, Tony Urquidez and Juan Manuel Urquidez; sisters Senaida White, Angie Quintella and Mercy Aguilar; brothers, Sam Molinar and Herminio Molinar; 26 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Lillie Molinar, and parents, Juan and Senaida Molinar.
Fred was a well respected father and hero. He was one of the greatest cowboys that ever lived in West Texas. He was a man who taught great morals, values, self respect and good work ethics, which are priceless. He will be missed.
Guillermo B. Molinar
Odessa American
April 20, 2010 4:21 PM
ODESSA Guillermo B. Molinar, 87, of Odessa, died Sunday, April 18, 2010, at Vitas Hospice of San Antonio.
A rosary will be said at 7 p.m. today at Martinez-Smith Funeral Chapel.
Mass is scheduled at 2 p.m. Thursday at St. Joseph Catholic Church with the Rev. Joe Uecker officiating.
Burial will be at Ector County Cemetery.
Arrangements are by Martinez-Smith Funeral Chapels and Crematory.
He was born in Terlingua. He was Catholic.
SURVIVORS Sister, Ernestina Hernandez of Devine; and brother, Alfonso Molinar of Carlsbad, N.M.
J. J. Molinar
Alpine Avalanche (Madrid papers)
(Jesus Molinar, son of Eduardo Molinar and Conrada Jaquez)
ALPINE – J.J. Molinar, 51, died Friday, March 25, 1994, in a Houston hospital.
Rosary will be at 7 p.m. today at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. Mass will be at 2 p.m. Monday the church with burial in Holy Angels Cemetery, directed by Geeslin Funeral Home.
He was born Dec 25, 1942, in Alpine and was a lifetime resident. He had worked as a lineman for the Southern Pacific Railroad and was a Catholic.
Survivors include his wife, Concha Molinar of Alpine’ three daughters, Rosa Linda Molinar, Kimberly Jean Molinar and Jessica Lynne Molinar, all of Alpine; six sisters, Elisa Bustos and Elvida Terrazas, both of Monahans, Aurora Garcia of Fresno, Calif., Carolina White of Terlingua, Concha Hernandez of Alpine and Rosa Chacon of El Paso; two brothers, Lalo Molinar and Poncho Molinar, both of Alpine; and a grandson.
Molinar, Josefina
Alpine Avalanche, 14 Aug 2003
Services for Josefina Molinar of Alpine will be held today at 9 a.m. at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Alpine with Father Rick Ruiz officiating. Rosary was said Wednesday, Aug. 13 at the church. Burial will follow at Holy Angels Cemetery in Alpine. She died Aug. 9 in Alpine, and was born Sept. 24, 1922 in Alpine.
She was a proud member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, and a beloved mother who loved life, music and dancing.
Survivors include two sons, Ramon Molinar, Jr. of Alpine and Ruben Molinar of Riverside, Calif.; four daughters, Elizabeth Slack of Houston, Angelica Molinar and Monica Molinar of Alpine and Laura Mann of San Angelo; three sisters, Ampara Cobos and Socorro Garcia of Alpine and Teresa Rubio of El Paso; three brothers, Alfonso Ramos and Salomon Ramos of Alpine and Julio Ramos of Del Rio; her special friend and relative, Tommy Ramos; numerous nieces and nephews; 19 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ramon Molinar; her parents, Salomon and Josefa Ramos; a son, Carlos Molinar; brother, Carlos Ramos; and sister, Amanda Ramos.
Arrangements entrusted to Memorial Funeral Home, Fort Stockton.
From Texas USGenWeb Archives Project, Ector County
Luis Molinar
USTexGenWeb Archives Project
ODESSA - Luis A. Molinar, 80, of Odessa, a retired machinist, died Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2002, at Medical Center Hospital.
Mass will be celebrated at 2 p.m. Friday at St. Joseph's Catholic Church with the Rev. Gilbert Rodriguez officiating. Rosary will be said at 7 p.m. today at Martinez Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be at Rose Hill Cemetery. Arrangements by Martinez Funeral Home.
He was born in Presidio and was a lifelong resident of Odessa. He was Catholic.
SURVIVORS: Wife, Candelaria A. Molinar of Odessa; sons, Luis Efren Molinar, Justo Molinar and Felipe Molinar, all of Odessa; daughters, Rosa E. Almance and Ester Gomez, both of Odessa; sisters, Teodora Armendariz and Elisa Hernandez, both of Goshen, Calif., Maria Castillo of Odessa and Eva Salas of Presidio; brothers, Silverio Molinar and Jesus Molinar, both of Odessa, Jose Molinar of Ontario, Calif., Isabel Molinar of Pecos and Lorenzo Molinar of Ojinaga, Mexico; 17 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.
Manuel C. Molinar
Manuel C. Molinar, 82, passed away Feb. 6, 2000, at the V.A. Hospital in Big Spring surrounded by his family.
He was born on May 13, 1918, in Terlingua. Mr. Molinar retired many years ago from tire construction/bricklayer industry. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II in the South Pacific and was a member of the Catholic Church.
Mass will be celebrated at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2000, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery.
Mr. Molinar was preceded in death by his son, Manuel J. Molinar.
He is also survied by his brothers, Cruz Molinar of Odessa and Adolfo Molinar of San Mateo, Calif.; sisters, Esperanza Grado of Presidio and Consuelo Machuca of Odessa; grandchildren, Rick Molinar of Austin and Darlene Garcia of Midland; great-grandchildren, Ricky Molinar, Rebecca Garcia and Ray Garcia Jr.
Services by Odessa Funeral Home.
Molinar, Maria B.
Maria B. Molinar, 68, of Odessa, died Saturday, Dec. 5, 1998, at her home. Mass will be celebrated at 2 p.m. Monday at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Rosary will be said at 7 p.m. Sunday at Martinez Funeral Home. Burial will be at Rose Hill Cemetery. Arrangements by Martinez Funeral Home. She was born in Terlingua and had lived in Odessa for 41 years. She was Catholic. Survivors: Husband, Rogelio Molinar, Sr. of Odessa; sons, Rogelio Molinar, Jr. and Rudy Molinar, both of Odessa; daughters, Esther Hernandez of Clute, Elida Garza and Sally Molinar, both of Odessa; sisters, Lupe Miranda and Elidia Molinar, both of Odessa; brothers, Carmen Betancourt, Jesus Betancourt and Salvador Betancourt, all of Odessa, and Gregorio Betancourt of Alpine; and 14 grandchildren. (Permian Basin Death Notices, December 6, 1998)
Roberto Gonzalez Molinar
Alpine Avalanche
Vol. 107 No. 4 Pg. B6
22 January 1998
Archives of the Big Bend
Mass for Roberto Gonzalez Molinar, 72, was celebrated at 11 a.m. Tuesday, January 20, 1998 at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Odessa with the Rev. Mark Woodruff officiating.
Rosary was said at 7 p.m. pm Monday. Burial was in Rosehill Cemetery in Odessa.
Molinar died Saturday, January 17, 1998 at Methodist Center Hospital.
He was born August 8, 1925 in Terlingua and married Leonarda “Lee” Sanchez in Carlsbad, New Mexico on April 3, 1951.
He moved from Alpine to Odessa. He served in the Navy as a gunner’s mate third class. He was a lifetime member of VFW Post 4372 and a member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church.
Molinar is survived by his wife, Lee Molinar of Odessa, three sons, Larry Robert Molinar and his wife Mary Ella, Nat “Sonny” Rodriguez and his wife Ruby, and David B. Valencia Jr. and his wife Christy, all of Odessa; three daughters, Betty Molinar Torres and her husband Robert, Norma Molinar Garcia and her husband Joe, and Nora Molinar Armesto, all of Odessa; four brothers, Philberto Molinar and Samuel Molinar, both of Odessa, Herminio Molinar of El Paso, and Frederico Molinar of Alpine; a sister; Senaida White of Alpine; 17 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren.
Silverio A. Molinar (1932 - 2010)
Published in Odessa American on May 21, 2010
ODESSA Silverio A. Molinar, 78 years, died Wednesday, May 19, 2010, at Medical Center Hospital in Odessa. Silverio was born May 9, 1932, in Bado de Piedra to father, Justo Molinar and mother, Estanislada, who both preceded him in death.
Rosary will be held Friday, May 21, 2010, at 7 p.m. at Martinez Smith Funeral Chapels. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, May 22, 2010, at 12:30 p.m. at St. Anthony Catholic Church with the Rev. Joe Uecker officiating. Burial will follow at Rosehill Garden Cemetery.
Survivors include wife, Maria Reyes Molinar of Odessa; son, Reyes (Ray) Molinar of Odessa; daughters, Rose Medrano and Maria Luisa Sotelo, both of Odessa, and Adelaida Lopez of Pecos; sisters, Maria Castillo of Odessa, Eva Salas of Presidio and Teodora Armendariz and Elisa Hernandez, both of California; brothers, Jesus Molinar of Odessa, Isabel Molinar of Pecos, Lorenzo Molinar of Ojinaga Chihuahua, Mexico, and Jose Molinar of California; 12 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and one great-great-grandchild.
He was preceded in death by parents, Justo and Estanislada Molinar; and brothers, Ricardo Molinar and Luis Molinar.
Services are under the direction of Martinez Smith Funeral Chapels & Crematory.
Vicente G. Molinar
Alpine----Vicente G. Molinar,100, died Friday, Oct.14,1994 at his residence.
Rosary will be at 7 p.m. Today at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. Mass Will be at 3 p.m. Monday at the church with burial in Holy Angels Cemetery, Directed by Geeslin Funeral Home.
He was born Dec. 11, 1893, in Presidio and was a lifetime resident Of Alpine. He was in construction Business and was a Catholic.
Survivors include three daughters, Amparo Gallego of Saragosa, Alicia
Portillo of El Paso and Elva Espinosa of Alpine; three sons, Vic Molinar of Alpine
Raul "Chief" Molinar of Pecos and Joe Molinar of San Antonio: 34 grandchildren:
62 GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN: and 14 great-great-grandchildren.
Victoriano “Vic” Molinar
Alpine Avalanche, Friday April 13, 2007
Victoriano “Vic” Molinar, 83, lifelong resident of Alpine, passed away at his home Monday, April 2.
Rosary services were held Sunday, April 8, at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. Funeral Mass was celebrated Monday, April 10, at the church with Father Mike Alcuino officiating. Military burial followed at Holy Angels Cemetery.
Geeslin Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Molinar was an Army veteran of World War II. He spent most of his adult life as an automotive salesman at various local car dealerships, beginning at Casner Motor Company. He also owned and operated Vic’s Restaurant, a liquor store and other enterprises. He was an avid golfer.
He was born in Alpine on Dec 24, 1923, to Vicente and Candelaria Molinar.
He is survived by his daughters, Sylvia Ramos, Cora Chavez and Lisa Molinar of Alpine, Victoriana Molinar of Seminole and Mary Ann Blair of Midland; three sons, Raul Molinar and Pio Molinar of Alpine and Joe Rodriguez of California; two sisters, Elva Espinoza of Odessa and Alicia Portillo of El Paso; two brothers, Raul Molinar of Pecos and Joe Molinar of San Antonio; 25 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his special companion, Lauris Ann Hawkins of Alpine.
The family requests that memorials be made to the American Cancer society, the American Legion or the VFW.
Pallbearers were Joe Molinar, Raul Molinar, Victoriano Molinar, Freddy Gallego, Walter Vick and Bake Turner. Honorary pallbearer was Julian Molinar.
Ida Robledo
Midland Reporter-Telegram
March 27, 2011
Ida "Mom" Robledo, of Midland, passed away Friday, March 25, 2011. She was born September 1, 1938 to the late Joe and Hazel Molinar in Marfa, TX. At the age of 11 she moved to Midland where she continued her education and met the love of her life, the late Paul Robledo of Midland. They were both members of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church and were joined in marriage on May 30, 1955. Mom was a very loving and caring person, she had the biggest heart in the world. She was preceded in death by her husband Paul Robledo, her parents, her brother and two great-grandchildren. Mom is survived by her seven children, Larry Robledo and wife Susana; Rosa Anna Robledo; Ida Rangel and husband Edward; Sue Ann Robledo; Paula Rangel and husband Carlos; Missie Soto and husband Richard; Lupe Turner and husband Scott, all of Midland; brothers, Raul Molinar of Mississippi; Jimmy Molinar of California and Eddie Molinar of Midland; sisters, Hazel Velarde of Midland; Gloria Sanchez of Valentine; Olivia Avalos of Weatherford; Sylvia Behenio of Midland; Beatrice White of Valentine and Bertha Height of Arizona. Mom had twenty-five grandchildren and forty-eight great-grandchildren. Thank you God for placing her in our lives, we were truly blessed! A Rosary will be held at 7:00 PM Monday, March 28, 2011 in the Ellis Funeral Home Chapel, with visitation following. Funeral Mass has been scheduled for 1:00 PM Tuesday, March 29, 2011 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church with Father Edward T. de Leon OMI officiating. Interment will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home.
Benigna M, Rodriguez
Alpine Avalanche
Vol. 99 No. 23 Pg 6A
1 April 1993
Archives of the Big Bend
Benigna M, Rodriguez, 78, of Alpine died March 23 in a Midland Memorial Hospital.
Private family services were held in Presidio.
Rodriguez was born February 9, 1915 in Terlingua to Alberto and Luisa Molinar. She moved to Alpine with her family at an early age. She married Jesus Manuel Rodriguez and moved to Presidio until 1967. They moved back to Alpine in 1967 and lived here since.
Survivors include three sons, Jesus M. Rodriguez of Pittsburg, CA, Adan M. Rodriguez of Big Spring and Alberto M. Rodriguez of Big Spring; five daughters, Irma Gates of Lewisville, Esther Gutierrez of Harlingen, Maria L. Manzano of Alpine, Rebecca Merrill of King City, CA and Ruby R. Molinar of Presidio; 15 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Arrangements in Midland were under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home.
Eulalia Molinar Rodriguez
Alpine Avalanche
Vol. 96 No. 24 Pg. 15
12 April 1990
Archives of the Big Bend
Eulalia Molinar Rodriguez, 76, of Alpine, died April. 5, 1990, at Brewster Memorial Hospital. Rosary was Apr. 6 in Geeslin Funeral Home chapel. Mass was Apr. 7 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church with Frs. John Lucido and Roberto Alvarado officiating. Burial followed in Holy Angels Cemetery.
She was born Apr. 3, 1914, in Terlingua.
Survivors include her husband, Gonzalo Rodriguez of Alpine; a sister, Senidia White of Alpine; and seven brothers, Juan Molinar, Phileberto Molinar, Roberto Molinar and Samuel Molinar all of Odessa, Enrique Molinar and Fred Molinar, both of Alpine, and Herminio Molinar of El Paso.
Pallbearers were Tomas Fuentez, Rudy Molinar, Johnny Milan, Richard Milan, Larry Molinar and Dicky Molinar.
Arturo Moreno White
Big Bend Sentinel
Vol. 65 No. 5 Pg.13
16 April 1998
Archives of the Big Bend
Arturo Moreno White, 76, of Terlingua died Friday, April 10, 1998, at Big Bend Regional Medical Center hospital in Alpine.
Rosary was at 8 p.m. Monday at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Alpine. Funeral Mass was at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the church with burial at Holy Angels Cemetery, directed by Geeslin Funeral Home.
He was born Feb. 17, 1922, in Lajitas. He was a retired heavy equipment operator for Brewster County. He also had worked in the Quicksilver Mines in Terlingua. He was preceded in death by a brother and four sisters, and his wife, Carolina Molinar, and son, Arturo Jr.
Survivors include three sons, Roberto White and Ector M. White, both of Odessa and John M. White of Alpine; two daughters, Delfina W. Gardea of Odessa and Delia W. Dominguez of Terlingua, a brother, Fred White of Odessa; two sisters, Dola W. Dominguez of Odessa and Librada White of California; 13 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews.
Family requests memorials be made to the American Heart Association.
Carolina Molinar White
Alpine Avalanche
Vol. 105 No. 19 Pg.7A
9 May 1996
Archives of the Big Bend
Funeral mass for Carolina Molinar White, 68, of Terlingua was held at 2 p.m. Monday, May 6, 1996, at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Alpine with Rev. Rick Ruiz officiating.
Mrs. White died on May 4 and Rosary was held on Sunday, May 5.
Burial was in Holy Angels Cemetery directed by Geeslin Funeral Home.
Mrs. White was born March 27, 1928, in Terlingua where she was a lifelong resident. She was a Catholic.
Survivors include her husband, Arturo White of Terlingua; two daughters, Delfina Gardea of Odessa and Delia White of Terlingua; three sons, Robert White of Odessa, John White of Alpine and Hector White of Terlingua; five sisters, Concha Hernandez of Alpine, Rosa Chacon of El Paso, Aurora Garcia of Fresno, California, Elisa Bustos and Elvira Terrazas, both of Monahans; two brothers, Edward Molinar and Francisco Molinar, both of Alpine; 13 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers were Andy Munoz. Beto Garza, Glenn E. White, Joe E. White, Robert M. White Jr., Jeff Hafer and Lencho Lara.
Alpine Avalanche
Vol. 105 No. 21 Pg. 3-TS
23 May 1996
Archives of the Big Bend
Taken from “Just Lookin’, News from South Brewster County” by Lucille Muchmore.
We remember Carolina White, 68, a lifelong resident of Terlingua who died May 6, 1996. Carolina and husband Arturo owned and operated the Terlingua Store, located on Hwy. 170, between Terlingua Creek and the ghost town for many years.
It began in a small room as a part of their home and eventually grew into a large building housing the store and a beauty shop. Her store was a welcome place for friends and passersby to stop and visit or open a can of sardines, box of crackers and a can of pop for a lunch at the long table where news stories were told.
Carolina was someone special to everyone who came to know her. Ho one left her place hungry. She convinced many of those who illegally crossed the Rio Grande to return to their homes. She was active in community projects and gave of her time and money.
For the past several years the property adjoining the store has been home to the Wick Fowler-Frank Tolbert Chili Cook-off. Her calm and gentle presence helped to make each cook-off a success.
Carolina White was much loved and will be greatly missed.
Viola Molinar Ybarra
Fort Stockton Pioneer, Friday, February 29, 2008
Alpine
Viola Molinar Ybarra, 72, passed away suddenly on Monday February 18, 2008 to join our Lord Jesus Christ and her beloved family in the Kingdom of Heaven.
She was born on May 25, 1935 in Alpine, TX where she was raised.
Viola was married to the late Flavio Ybarra for 25 years in Alpine where they raised their six children. In 1982 she moved to Midland to be with her family.
She was a homemaker and caregiver to her family. She enjoyed music, singing, cooking and spending time with her family and friends.
Viola was a Cursillista, a long time member of Our Lady of Peace in Alpine and currently a member of St. Stephen's Catholic Church.
"Mom, Grandma, Yaya we love you and you will always be in our hearts."
She was preceded in death by her parents; five brothers; one grandson, Edmundo "Lil Eddie" Ybarra Jr and a granddaughter, Dorina Sanchez-Mesquita.
She leaves behind her son:, Edmundo Ybarra of Midland; five daughters: Belinda Vizcaino, Melva Almodova, Delpha Norton and Lupe Martinez all of Midland and Ninfa Gatica of Alpine, TX: two sisters: Dora Molinar of Alpine, Texas and Eva Rodriguez of San Diego, CA; a very special and dear friend, Manuel Arcides (Nelson); nineteen grandchildren, twenty-three great grandchildren and numerous nephews and nieces.
A rosary was held Thursday, February 21, 2008 at 7:00 PM at Lewallen-Garcia-Pipkin Chapel. Funeral Mass was also held Friday, February 22, 2008 at 10:00 AM at St. Stephen's Catholic Church with Father James Bridges officiating. Interment followed at Resthaven Memorial Park.
Grandsons served as pallbearers.
Services were under the direction of Lewallen-Garcia-Pipkin Funeral Home.
Jesus Aguilar "Chuy" Molinar (1942-2011)
Odessa American
June 21, 2011
ODESSA Jesus Aguilar Molinar (Chuy), age 69, of Odessa, died Sunday, June 19, 2011, at his residence in Odessa, Texas He was born on February 21, 1942 to Justo T. and Estanislada (Aguilar) Molinar in Vado de Piedra, Chihuahua, Mexico. Jesus was employed by Huckbay Industries.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife: Amada Porras Molinar; son: Cosme A. Molinar; brothers: Ricardo Molinar and Luis Molinar; and sisters: Maximil Flores and Eliza Hernandez.
Those left to cherish his memory are his daughters: Dora (Molinar) Almance and husband Pedro, Luz Estella Martinez and husband Carlos, all of Odessa, Sylvia M Suchil and husband Isreal of Lubbock, and Daniella Porras and husband James of Midland; sons: Jesus P Molinar, Jr. and wife Paula, Carlos A Molinar and wife Claudia, Dario P Molinar and wife Sylvia, all of Odessa; sisters: Teodora Armendariz of Fresno, CA, Maria Castillo and husband Rafael of Odessa, Eva Salas and husband Reyaldo of Presidio; brothers: Jose A Molinar of Visalia, CA, Isbel A Molinar and wife Petra of Pecos, Lorenza A Molinar of Rancho Gayton, MX; 19 grandchildren; and 25 great-grandchildren.
Rosary will be said at 7:30 pm Tuesday evening, June 21, 2011 at Acres West Funeral Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, June 22, 2011 at Acres West Funeral Chapel, with Pastor Felipe Molinar officiating. Arrangements are being handled by Acres West Funeral Chapel, 8115 W. University Blvd, Odessa, Texas and online condolences may be sent at www.acreswestfuneral.com.
