Obituaries

Betty Ruth Wagner

Betty Ruth Wagner

Mar 6, 2024

Betty Ruth (Sanders) Wagner was born in Tucumcari, New Mexico on October 10, 1929, at Great Aunt Maud's house.   Her first home was in San Jon, New Mexico.  They lived in one of the rooms of the schoolhouse where her Dad was a teacher.   Through the years they moved first to Grady, Hollene, and then Bellview New Mexico....

Michael Pumphrey

Michael Pumphrey

Mar 5, 2024

Michael John Pumphrey of Capitan, NM, passed away at his home on March 5, 2024. He was born on March 27, 1954, in San Antonio, TX. Michael and Alfa had an everlasting love and each day was an adventure. He loved his family and kept everyone laughing.

Mike was a big ole guy with a BIG heart! His quiet...

Michael Jones

Michael Jones

Mar 2, 2024

On March 2, 2024, Michael J. Jones was called home to be with Jesus.

A longtime resident of Lincoln County New Mexico, with earlier residence in Lordsburg New Mexico.

Born on February 9, 1944, in Carrizozo, New Mexico; to Manuel and Edna Jones

Preceded in death, Michael's son - Perry M. Jones

Michael is survived...

Bradley Lacy

Bradley Lacy

Mar 1, 2024

Bradley Lacy,37, our beloved son, and our "Gentle Giant", passed away March 1, 2024. He entered this world on September 24, 1986, to James (Jimmy) & Judy Lacy. He was always a delightful boy and a ball of energy.

Bradley is survived by his parents Jimmy & Judy Lacy of Alto, NM, Brother Jonathan B. Lacy, Sister Jessica...

Joan Phippeny

Joan Phippeny

Feb 25, 2024

In loving memory of Joan Phippeny, a cherished soul who graced this world with her presence. She was born on a warm August day in 1931 and departed from us on a peaceful February morning in 2024. Joan, known for her green thumb and creative spirit, filled the lives of those around her with love and beauty.Throughout her life, Joan...

Jose Alberto Medina

Jose Alberto Medina

Feb 25, 2024

Jose Alberto Medina, fondly known for his very loveable and kind nature, passed away on February 25, 2024. He was the epitome of a loving father, with a heart as vast as the sky and a smile that could light up even the darkest of rooms. Jose had a charming presence, always armed with jokes that brought joy and laughter...

Melvin Rudolph Sanchez

Melvin Rudolph Sanchez

Feb 21, 2024

In loving memory of Melvin Rudolph Sanchez who passed away on 2/21/2024. Beloved brother of Ray Sanchez, Margaret Sanchez and Rita Aguilar, uncle of Anthony Sanchez, Sonia Herd, Amaila Aguilar, Perfecta Sanchez, Fernando Miranda, Andy Aguilar, Jimmy Aguilar, and Paul Aguilar, and many grant nieces and nephews, and friend to many. Please join us for a memorial service honoring Melvin...

David Pacheco

David Pacheco

Feb 12, 2024

David Anthony Pacheco from Spokane, WA (formerly from Carrizozo, NM) passed away suddenly on February 12, 2024.

He was born September 18, 1962, Tularosa, NM to David Ramos Pacheco and Pauline Otero Pacheco, David attended Carrizozo Schools. In 1980 he enlisted in the US Army National Guard. He was assigned to Battery D 2nd Ba 200th ADA Alamogordo, NM...

Rebecca Eileen Shosh (Yuzos)

Rebecca Eileen Shosh (Yuzos)

Feb 8, 2024

Rebecca Eileen Shosh, age 76, went home to her heavenly father on February 8, 2024, in Mescalero, New Mexico. She was born to the home of Melferd Yuzos Sr and Kathleen (Hosetosavit) Yuzos on February 6, 1948.

Preceding her in death are her parents, husband Harols Shosh, son Aaron Shosh, granddaughter Vanessa Evans, as well three brothers and three sisters.

Rebecca was...

Holly Volquardsen

Holly Volquardsen

Feb 4, 2024

Holly Dianne Volquardsen, age 68, of Nogal, New Mexico, passed from this life at her home on February 4, 2024. She was born on August 20, 1955, in El Paso, the daughter of Fred Volquardsen and Anne Preston Haworth.

Holly is remembered as loving, kind, caring and smiling even in the worst situations of her life. She would give the shirt...

Virgil Reynolds

Virgil Reynolds

Jan 28, 2024

On January 28th Virgil Reynolds got the call that his work on Earth was done surrounded by his loved ones and with a full heart said his goodbyes and was ready to meet his Lord Jesus. He was born on April 13th, 1944, in Hagerman New Mexico to George and Lucy Reynolds. He married the love of his life Betty...

Thomas John Histen

Thomas John Histen

Jan 27, 2024

Thomas John Histen, a renowned chef who dedicated his entire career to the culinary arts, passed away on January 27, 2024. Born on March 6, 1951, Thomas became well-known in culinary circles in La Jolla, CA, Aspen, CO, and Lincoln County, NM.

While Tom's professional accomplishments are impressive, it is his personal attributes that truly defined him. He was an amazing...

Jerilyn Morgan

Jerilyn Morgan

Jan 27, 2024

Jerilyn Lee Morgan, age 53, passed away on January 27, 2024. She was born on January 13, 1971, to Henrietta Johnson and Jerry Mancito.

She is survived by her siblings, Clyde Davis Jr., Brandon Mendez, Kerwin Lester, Jerry Lester, Timothy Johnson, Jennifer Lester, Edwina Rosie Shanta, and Joycelyn Mancito; numerous aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces, and grandchildren.

Pallbearers are Clyde Davis III, Danan...

Charles William McMahan

Charles William McMahan

Jan 22, 2024

Charles (Charlie) William McMahan, age 78, passed away on January 22, 2024, in Carrizozo, New Mexico. He was born on October 28, 1945, in El Paso, Texas to the late Mack and Alicia McMahan.

Charlie was a Vietnam Veteran, proudly serving his country in the United States Army, Gary Owen 1st Battalion Seventh Calvary C Company as a medic from 1965-1967.

He...

Robert George Dunn

Robert George Dunn

Jan 17, 2024

Robert “Bob” Dunn, 72, beloved and proud Father, Grandfather, Son, Brother, Uncle and Friend, passed away peacefully in his home on January 17, 2024, in Ruidoso, NM.

Bob was born on November 12, 1951, in Berthoud, Colorado to George & Dorothy Dunn. He often reminisced of his childhood spent in many colorful places including Colorado, Washington, Germany, France, and New Mexico....

Mae Bell Padilla

Mae Bell Padilla

Jan 15, 2024

Mae Bell Padilla, age 78, of Capitan, NM, passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 15, 2024. A longtime resident of Capitan, Mae was born on January 4, 1946, in Oklahoma, to Clarence and Goldie McClarty. Mae is one of twelve siblings.

She is survived by her two sons, Anthony Padilla, and Troy Padilla; and by her grandchildren, and great...

Miguel Valdez, Jr.

Miguel Valdez, Jr.

Jan 15, 2024

Miguel Valdez, Jr., a compassionate and generous soul whose acts of kindness were too numerous to mention, has left an indelible mark on the hearts of everyone he encountered. Born on July 11, 1954, Miguel brought boundless joy and warmth into the world until his peaceful passing on January 15, 2024.Throughout his remarkable life, Miguel cherished the values of compassion...

Mary Lou Hall

Mary Lou Hall

Jan 14, 2024

Mary Lou Hall, age 87, passed from this life on January 14, 2023, in Ruidoso, New Mexico. She was born on November 5, 1936, in Birmingham, Alabama to the late Georgiana and Beader Sanders.

Mary Lou loved sports, especially football and basketball. It was not surprising to find both her televisions on with a different game playing on each one. She...

Curtis Nelson

Curtis Nelson

Jan 12, 2024

Curtis John Nelson, age 88, went home to his heavenly father on January 12, 2024. He was born on November 20, 1935, to parents Rasmus and Ada Nelson who precede him in death.

Curt served in the United States Air Force beginning in October 1955. After being stationed in Bitburg, Germany, he was honorably discharged in August of 1959....

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