Obituaries

Aug 4, 2023

 

Berwyn Whitebird II, age 45, passed away on August 4, 2023. Berwyn was born on July 2, 1978, to Berwyn Whitebird Sr. and the late Joann Evelyn Kaydazinne.

Berwyn was a hard worker throughout his life. When not working, he loved spending time in nature.  He enjoyed fishing, hiking, taking long walks, and random drives through the beautiful mountains....

Aug 2, 2023

 

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jimmy Craig Goodwin on August 2, 2023. Born February 27, 1952, to parents who preceded him, CC and Cecelia Goodwin of Earth, Texas. Jimmy was 71 years old. Survived by his wife of 46 years, Janet Goodwin of Ruidoso, NM, a sister Fonda Goodwin DeWitt (Denton) of Texas,...

Jul 30, 2023

 

Nikki Lynn “Nick” Griffin, age 83, passed from this life on July 30, 2023, in Ruidoso, New Mexico. Nick was born on April 7, 1940, in Wichita Falls, Texas to Warren Lee Griffin and Rosa Lee Walsh.  He was the eldest of three children. Nick married Linda Lou DeWoody on August 16, 1958 and had two children.He is preceded...

Jul 22, 2023

Sylvia Pat Townsend of Ruidoso, N.M., spiritually ascended into the arms of her and our Lord Jesus Christ on Saturday, July 22, 2023. Pat was born to John and Rosalie Aiello on May 12, 1938 in Gallup, N.M. where Mrs. Aiello's family maintained significant business ties. Later the family relocated to Trinidad, CO., the hometown of Mr. Aiello and where...

Jul 22, 2023

 

Rosanna was born February 1, 1983, in Mescalero New Mexico to Danny H. Breuninger Sr. and Christine Duffy Kozine.

Rosanna is survived by her brother Danny Breuninger Jr., Sister Wendolyn Murphy, Sister Cassandra Breuninger, brother Eric Breuninger, and stepbrothers and sisters, Tanda Roberts, Chelsey Calvin, Justin Calvin, Sam O’Rourke, John O’Rourke, Justin Marshal and Richard Marshal, numerous cousins, nephews...

Jul 22, 2023

Harvey Dennis "Stormy" Storms, Sr. drew his first heavenly breath on July 22, 2023. He was born on June 7, 1933, in Bladen County, NC to Alton Dennis Storms and Vivian Pearl Green Storms. Stormy is one of seven children.

Stormy was preceded in earthly death by his parents and four siblings as well as his and Ella's first grandchild,...

Jul 13, 2023

 

Petra Sandoval, age 88, passed away on July 12, 2023, in Truth or Consequences, New Mexico. Petra was born on October 14, 1934, in Carrizozo, New Mexico to the late Martin and Lucia Vega.

Mrs. Sandoval was a hard worker, retiring as an administrative secretary for Lincoln County. Petra was an avid churchgoer and devout catholic. For many years...

Jul 9, 2023

 

Amos “Moss” Garcia Choneska, age 41, passed away July 9, 2023, in Mescalero, New Mexico. Amos was born in Mescalero, New Mexico on February 19, 1982, to Rockland Choneska and the late Belva Rogene Choneska.

Mr. Choneska is preceded in death by his mother; grandparents, Natalia Choneska, and Paul Choneska,  Leonard Kanesewah Sr.; uncles, Addis Choneska Sr. , and...

Jul 7, 2023

 

Beverly Jane Holt died 7 July 2023 in Ruidoso, NM after a beautiful life filled with many friends, a big family and great memories.  She was born 19 Jan 1939 as the youngest daughter to John and Mildred DeBolt whom at the time were living in Decatur, Indiana.  Beverly had five brothers Eldred, Chuck, Roger, Jack and Jimmy. While living in...

Jul 6, 2023

 



Viewing for Jose Trinidad Olvera Perez, 94, will be at 10:00am, Saturday the 8th, at LaGrone Funeral Chapel of Ruidoso. The Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00am, Monday the 10th, at St. Eleanor's Church,with a burial to follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery. Flowers can be sent to LaGrone Funeral Chapel.

Trinidad Olvera passed away peacefully in...

Jul 3, 2023

Sylvia Chavez, age 85, passed away on July 3, 2023, in Ruidoso, New Mexico. She was born on March 27, 1938, in North Carolina to the late Timothy and Irene Kern.

Mrs. Chavez is survived by her sisters, Dorris Welch, Nell Daves, Terry Parsons, and Jeanna Black; brothers, Timothy Kern, and Mickey Kern; children, Pam Kern-Smith and...

Jun 29, 2023

Darolyn Valdez of Mescalero, New Mexico passed away on Jun 29, 2023. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Jun 25, 2023

Trudy Yvette Gaines, age 59, passed from this life on June 25, 2023. Born on January 2, 1964, in Mescalero, New Mexico to Claudine Saenz. Later adopted by the late Amos and Evelyn Gaines, Trudy was blessed to be surrounded by loving parents.

A passionate student, Trudy attended Sante Fe Indian School. After graduation she continued her...

Jun 22, 2023

Pansy Pinto, 82, Beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great-grandmother, Aunt, Cousin, was called home eternally on June 22, 2023 at her home in Elk Silver, Mescalero, New Mexico. Pansy was born on October 10, 1940 in Mescalero, NM. Her parents were Raymond Pinto & Salome Smith-Pinto. She also had numerous siblings who are all already entered into rest & have all...

Jun 20, 2023

 

Richard (Rich) Sanders Wade, 57, of Capitan, New Mexico, died at his home on June 20, 2023, after enduring the challenges of Parkinson’s Disease for more than 10 years.

Rich was born August 14, 1965, in Staunton, VA, to Campbell M. Wade and MaryJane Wade (nee Stewart).  He married Stephenie Luna on December 16, 1990, in Mescalero NM at...

Jun 17, 2023

Susan Jean Spence died peacefully in her home on June 17, 2023, in Alto, New Mexico at the age of 83. Susan is survived by her husband George Bernarr Spence; her sons and daughters-in-law, John Spence, Chris Spence (Maggie), Greg Spence (Bertha); grandchildren Jacque Franco (Alfredo), Ashley Briones (Johnny), Andy Spence (Kayla), James Spence, Lindsay Cloud (Derek), Janika Spence,...

Jun 10, 2023

Kevin Cojo, age 58, passed away June 10, 2023, in Roswell, New Mexico. Kevin was born on September 14, 1964, in Alamogordo, New Mexico to the late Leno and Dolly Cojo.

Mr. Cojo was a proud family man. His greatest joy in life was spending time surrounded by his loved ones. He was a dedicated father who...

Jun 9, 2023

Welton Marion “Tex” Allen, age 95, of Alto, New Mexico, passed from this life on June 9, 2023, in El Paso, Texas. Welton was born on March 6, 1928, in Vernon, Texas, to the late Walter Marion Allen and Elsie (Zajicek) Allen.

Welton grew up in the Great Depression.  At age 14 he worked baling hay at...

May 26, 2023

Beloved husband of Bonnie (Wallace) Soley

Beloved father of William R. Soley (Rebecca) of Campbell, CA

Grandfather of William C. Soley and Emily A. Soley

Beloved stepfather of Beth Randall of Carrizozo, NM, Kristen Richards (dec) of Lewiston, NY and Mary Lynn Leturgey of Lockport, NY;

and step grandfather to Brian,...

May 26, 2023

Cole Guadalupe Casares, age 29, beloved father, son and brother, passed from this life on May 26, 2023 in Tularosa, New Mexico. Cole was born on October 12, 1993 in Ruidoso, New Mexico to Robert Casares and Jo Lynn Blazer-Cochise.

Cole spent most of his life growing up on his beautiful Mescalero Apache Indian Reservation where he...