Acres West Funeral Chapel & Crematory

Acres West Funeral Chapel & Crematory Our funeral home provides grieving families with meaningful, compassionate, personal service. As all families do, we have grown and changed.
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Family Services Funeral Parlor was opened in 2002 after Victor Woods, Jr. decided he could offer his hometown community much better service at a much better price than the existing “big corporation” owned funeral home. He and his mother, Kay Woods Judd, started the business together and for several years were the only full time employees. In 2003, Vic met and married another longtime Kermit/Odessa resident, Amy Hudson Woods. As they began to consider growth opportunities for the business, Amy encouraged them to consider West Odessa – an area sorely in need of a funeral service provider. They found a home on West University and started discussing a possible name for the new location. The name “Acres West” was a top contender as it seemed to capture the spirit of the West Odessa area – an area populated by independent minded folk who often have livestock on their property and boots by their front doors. The name was clinched when at closing on the property it was discovered that the subdivision was named “Westover Acres.” It was a God thing. In order to successfully operate two locations, Vic and Kay needed some full time help. In exchange for going to school, getting licensed, and helping to build the business from the ground up – they gave shares in the business to a local friend and Amy’s brother, John Hudson. The summer of 2005, while these two were at school, Kay and Vic enlisted the help of Vic’s father-in-law (John and Amy’s father – Jerald Hudson) and Kay’s husband in remodeling and adding on to the small home on West University, slowly turning it into the comfortable and spacious funeral home you see today. Officially opening the doors in November of 2005, Acres West began a quest to offer the community a more homelike, relaxed atmosphere where the families served are our number one priority. Some staff has married in, and some longtime employees we have adopted in that we cannot imagine being without. We have also seen a couple of shareholders go on their own way due to divorce and differences of opinion on the directions in which the company should go. However, Vic remains in Odessa as the anchor that holds it all together and John is a permanent fixture at the Kermit location. Although still a work in progress, continually expanding and adding on to better serve the Permian Basin, they are proud to still be the only funeral home in Odessa continually operated by a family born and raised in the Permian Basin and proud to still be residents of Odessa and Kermit. Acres West Funeral Chapel is the only funeral home in Odessa where the same person is likely to greet you at the door, help you with your funeral planning, and fix the plumbing when it goes out! Please reference this website for pre planning information from the state of Texas. www.prepaidfunerals.texas.gov.

11/08/2025

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Did you know that you can practice mindfulness from almost anywhere? Whether it’s a mindful walk, a focused breathing ex...
11/07/2025

Did you know that you can practice mindfulness from almost anywhere? Whether it’s a mindful walk, a focused breathing exercise, or savoring a snack, mindfulness can be easily integrated into your daily life. Discover more tips on practicing mindfulness here: https://selecthealth.org/blog/2020/07/7-ways-to-practice-mindfulness

Anthony V. Cobos, age 53, of Odessa, Texas went to meet our Heavenly Father, on Thursday, November 6, 2025. Born on Mond...
11/07/2025

Anthony V. Cobos, age 53, of Odessa, Texas went to meet our Heavenly Father, on Thursday, November 6, 2025. Born on Monday, May 1, 1972, in Odessa, Texas.

Anthony, when his health allowed him, enjoyed the great outdoors. He spent his time on the water fishing, or in his favorite hunting spo...

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Adding personal touches to a funeral service is a meaningful step in the grieving process. These details can truly captu...
11/06/2025

Adding personal touches to a funeral service is a meaningful step in the grieving process. These details can truly capture the uniqueness of your loved one’s life. Visit our website to explore the many personalization options: https://www.acreswestfuneral.com/services/personalization

G T Gaddis, 95, of Odessa Tx, passed away Tuesday, November 4, 2025, in Odessa Texas. No services have been scheduled at...
11/05/2025

G T Gaddis, 95, of Odessa Tx, passed away Tuesday, November 4, 2025, in Odessa Texas. No services have been scheduled at this time.
Arrangements are entrusted to Acres West Funeral Chapel and condolences may be sent online to the family at acreswestfuneral.com.

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Ernesto Antonio Minjarez, 76, of Odessa Tx, passed away Wednesday, November 5, 2025, in Odessa Texas. No services have b...
11/05/2025

Ernesto Antonio Minjarez, 76, of Odessa Tx, passed away Wednesday, November 5, 2025, in Odessa Texas. No services have been scheduled at this time.

Arrangements are entrusted to Acres West Funeral Chapel and condolences may be sent online to the family at acreswestfuneral.com.

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It is with a heavy heart and loving remembrance that the family of Leroy Escontrias announces his peaceful passing on Oc...
11/05/2025

It is with a heavy heart and loving remembrance that the family of Leroy Escontrias announces his peaceful passing on October 23, 2025, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Born on October 14, 1977, in Andrews, Texas, Leroy lived a life marked by devotion to his family, a strong work ethic, and a joyful spirit tha...

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Did you know that the spouse and dependents of an eligible veteran are entitled to burial and a marker in a national cem...
11/05/2025

Did you know that the spouse and dependents of an eligible veteran are entitled to burial and a marker in a national cemetery? It’s one of the many ways we honor the sacrifices made by military families. Visit our website to learn more: https://www.acreswestfuneral.com/services/honoring-veterans

Cheryl Stoican, 49, of Odessa passed away from this life Thursday October 23, 2025. She was born to Shirley (Jarrett) an...
11/04/2025

Cheryl Stoican, 49, of Odessa passed away from this life Thursday October 23, 2025. She was born to Shirley (Jarrett) and Kenneth Stoican on September 30, 1976. Cheryl and her husband Russell started their adventure in 1996. She loved being outdoors and camping at the lake. Cheryl would help anyone ...

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More than half of Americans now choose cremation over traditional burial, yet many misconceptions about the process rema...
11/04/2025

More than half of Americans now choose cremation over traditional burial, yet many misconceptions about the process remain. If you have questions or concerns about cremation, our expert team is here to provide clarity and guidance. Visit our website to learn more: https://www.acreswestfuneral.com/services/service-options

John 14:27Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts b...
11/04/2025

John 14:27
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.

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In the tapestry of life, a vibrant thread has ceased its weave; Katie Dawn Smith, known affectionately as Katie, hath ta...
11/04/2025

In the tapestry of life, a vibrant thread has ceased its weave; Katie Dawn Smith, known affectionately as Katie, hath taken her leave. Born under the sign of Libra in the year of our Lord 1988, in the quaint town of Andrews, she embarked upon life's intricate dance. Alas, on the final eve of October...

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Family Services Funeral Parlor was opened in Kermit in 2002 after Victor Woods, Jr. decided he could offer his hometown community much better service at a much better price than the existing “big corporation” owned funeral home. He and his mother, Kay Woods Judd, started the business together and for several years were the only full time employees. In 2003, Vic met and married another longtime Kermit/Odessa resident, Amy Hudson Woods. As they began to consider growth opportunities for the business, Amy encouraged them to consider West Odessa – an area sorely in need of a funeral service provider. They found a home on West University and started discussing a possible name for the new location. The name “Acres West” was a top contender as it seemed to capture the spirit of the West Odessa area – an area populated by independent minded folk who often have livestock on their property and boots by their front doors. The name was clinched when at closing on the property it was discovered that the subdivision was named “Westover Acres.” It was a God thing.

In order to successfully operate two locations, Vic and Kay needed some full time help. In exchange for going to school, getting licensed, and helping to build the business from the ground up – they gave shares in the business to a local friend and Amy’s brother, John Hudson. The summer of 2005, while these two were at school, Kay and Vic enlisted the help of Vic’s father-in-law (John and Amy’s father – Jerald Hudson) and Kay’s husband in remodeling and adding on to the small home on West University, slowly turning it into the comfortable and spacious funeral home you see today.

Officially opening the doors in November of 2005, Acres West began a quest to offer the community a more homelike, relaxed atmosphere where the families served are our number one priority.