Myers & Smith Funeral Home & Chapel

02/19/2026

When dealing with a terminal illness and considering end-of-life preplanning, it is important for families to be on the same page about the patient’s care plan. In palliative care, family meetings are an important tool in identifying the patient’s wishes. We maintain relationships with many hospices in the area, so feel free to reach out with questions with a Facebook message.

02/18/2026

Carlos Ramon Payen, 80, died Thursday, February 5, 2026. Visitation will 9 AM until 9 PM Monday with a prayer service at 7 PM at Myers & Smith Chapel. Memorial service will be at Birdwell Lane Church of Christ on Saturday, February 21, at 1:00 PM.
Carlos was born on November 11, 1945 in Ojinaga,...

02/16/2026

On February 13, 2026, Inez (Nell) McNew Burgess, 83, went home to be with her Lord and Savior. She was born August 29, 1942, in Lamesa, Texas, to Sadie McNew and J.H. McNew. Her unwavering faith guided her through life, and she poured her heart into her family, church, and community, sharing the lov...

02/16/2026

Our team of experienced staff strive to provide families with the care and support during their most difficult times. Meet our team and learn about our history here:https://www.myersandsmith.com/who-we-are/history

02/14/2026

After the funeral, you may feel very alone. Reach out and tell people what you need from them. They don't always know what to do.

02/13/2026

Inez Vanell (Nell) Burgess, 83, of Big Spring died Friday, February 13, 2026. A celebration of life will be at 1:00 PM Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at College Baptist Church, with Ken McMeans and Jerry Vincent officiating. Burial will be at Trinity Memorial Park. The family will receive friends fro...

02/12/2026

02/11/2026

We all get in bad moods, no matter how positive we try to be. Complete the following sentence: “I’ll feel better when I …” Change the story in your head to give yourself a destination to work towards.

02/10/2026

Zona “Joy” Glaser, 94, died Thursday, February 5, 2026. Funeral service will be 10 AM Friday at Myers & Smith Chapel. Graveside service will be 1 PM Friday at Sunset Memorial Park in Odessa, TX.
Joy was born on April 7, 1931 in O’Donnell, TX to Cortez Burkett Kirby & Ewell Kirby. She married Jimmi...

02/09/2026

Wiley S. Drake Sr., 82 years of age, of Buena Park, Ca. passed away on
January 27, 2026. Wiley was born on Nov 23, 1943 to James and Elna
Drake in Magnolia, Ar.
While serving in the US Navy, Wiley met Barbara Julianne Stephens in
Honolulu, Hawaii. Wiley and Barbara were married in 1960 and h...

02/09/2026

Zona “Joy” Glaser, 94, died Thursday, February 5, 2026. Funeral service will be 10 AM Friday at Myers & Smith Chapel. Graveside service will be 2 PM Friday at Sunset Memorial Park in Odessa, TX.
Joy was born on April 7, 1931 in O’Donnell, TX to Cortez Burkett Kirby & Ewell Kirby. She married Jimmi...

02/09/2026

Malinda Gonzales-Garcia, 65, died Friday, February 6, 2026. Visitation will be 9 AM until 9 PM with a vigil service at 7 PM at Myers & Smith Chapel. Funeral service will be 2 PM Wednesday at Myers & Smith Chapel with burial at Mount Olive Cemetery.
Malinda was born on October 17, 1960 in Big Sprin...