Obituaries

Mar 15, 2023

Patrick Benard Pafford passed away peacefully at his home in San Patricio, New Mexico on March 15, 2023. Pat was born on July 2, 1952 in Fort Worth, Texas to parents Betty Ruth Morrow and Winton Benard Pafford. Pat completed high school in Albuquerque, NM in 1970. Pat proudly served his country as a helicopter mechanic in the Marine...

Mar 13, 2023

Lorena T.Sanchez was called to her eternal resting place on March 13, 2023, She was 81 years young. Lorena entered this world on January 6, 1942 in Belen, NM, born to Joe and Lily Tabet. Lorena is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years Gilbert Sanchez, parents Joe and Lily Tabet, her brothers Wilfred Tabet, Herman...

Mar 12, 2023

Ernest Hunt Rettig, 93, a long-time resident of Alto, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on March 12th from congestive heart failure-while his heart gave out, his spirit will live on forever. Ernie will be greatly missed as a devoted husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, veteran, business owner, and avid golfer. Ernie was born on September 29th, 1929, to Thelma...

Mar 4, 2023

Charles Dean Shanta, 71, passed away on March 4, 2023, in Ruidoso, NM. He was born to parents Albert Haus and Vera Shanta on June 1, 1951, in Ruidoso. Charles was an avid Elk Horn Hunter and loved the outdoors. Charles is survived by his daughters Ramona Chino, Sierra "Povi" Shanta, Shantal Shanta, Monet Shanta, Melissa Shanta, and Rochelle...

Feb 25, 2023

Jean Montes Riga, 73, beloved Mother and Daughter, was called to her eternal resting place on February 25, 2023. She entered this world on September 25, 1949 in Hondo, NM, born to Serapio and Lucinda Montes. She is preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, Bennie Montes, Efren (Ruby) Montes, and Mike Montes. She is survived by her...

Feb 25, 2023

Emmett Lee Hatch was born in Old Glory, Texas and came to New Mexico as a small child. While attending Roswell Junior High School, he met Jeanette Thompson, who would be his girl for the next 60 years. Emmett was a Marine and served in both the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam War. He retired from the Marines as...

Jan 23, 2023

Ervin A. Gutierrez, 42, beloved Father, Brother and Son was called to his eternal resting place on January 23, 2023. He entered this world on January 27th, 1980 in Ruidoso, NM. Born to Father Robert Gutierrez and Mother Della Torrez.

Ervin is survived by his children Ervin J. Gutierrez, Roman Gutierrez, Cielo Gutierrez and Children's Mother Rosa...

Jan 23, 2023

Thomas A. Jay (Tommy) of Ruidoso went home January 23, 2023. He was the son of Albert V Jay and Viola Harmon Jay. Born October 13, 1942, in Roswell, New Mexico. A true horseman from mucking stables at the racetrack as a boy graduating to trotting and riding horses as young man going on to breaking and training quarter...

Jan 10, 2023

Bill Pippin, 89, of Ruidoso, NM, crossed the finish line peacefully into the gates of Heaven on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at his home surrounded by family. He was born August 30, 1933, in Portales, NM, to the late Mary (Lovorn) and Cleve Pippin. In his youth, Bill attended Portales High School, served in the US Army, and attended...

Dec 30, 2022

Linda Lou Carwile Burch 78 passed away on December 30,2022 at home in Carrizozo, NM surrounded by her family. Linda was born in Tularosa, NM to Ronald Earl & Sarah Carwile on Feb 13,1944. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, mother-in-law and friend to all. Linda loved the lord, her family and friends with all her heart. She was loved...

Dec 19, 2022

Buddie Collin Vuicich, a wonderful, loving and gracious man, passed away on December 19, 2022 in Fredericksburg, Texas.   Originally from West Texas, Buddie was born in Seagraves, Texas and raised in Denver City, Texas.  Buddie attended San Angelo State University.  Buddie formerly owned and operated several retail businesses with his family in Lincoln County beginning in the 1980s.   The...

Dec 18, 2022

Karen DeLeeuw, 75, was called to her eternal resting place on December 18, 2022. She entered this world on October 29, 1947 in Las Cruces, NM. She was loved and will be missed by many. She is survived by her sons Tracy Morlack and Sean McCracken,. Grandchildren Cara Morlack, Warren McCracken and Kyle Morlack. Great grandchild Oliver McCracken. She...

Dec 16, 2022

Charles "Rex" Hartgraves, 85. Our beloved Father, Husband, Brother, Grandfather, Great-Grandfather, Uncle and Father-in-law passed away on December 16, 2022. Charles Rex was born in Artesia, NM on November 20,1937, to Cornelious Rex and Elizabeth Eileen Barnes Hartgraves. He spent his childhood in Southern New Mexico. Rex was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years Nell Davis...

Dec 15, 2022

Barbara Anne Bailey passed away on December 15, 2022, in Las Cruces, New Mexico. She was born to the home of Fred and Ivy (Brumley) Brough on February 16, 1937, in Leeds, England. Barbara was married to the love of her life, Joe Bailey, for forty-nine years. She was a volunteer with the hospital auxiliary at Lincoln County Medical...

Dec 8, 2022

On Thursday December 8, 2022, Seliece Gray, loving wife and mother of two children, passed away at age 83.

Seliece was born on August 26, 1939, in Robstown, TX to Les and Hilda (Gatzki) Cartwright. She received her degree from Texas Tech University in 1960. On December 8, 1962, she married Jack Gray. They raised two children,...

Nov 26, 2022

Bobby Wayne Bunch passed from this life on Saturday, November 26, 2022 in Ruidoso, NM at the age of 56. He was born on June 9, 1966 in Osceola, Arkansas.  Bobby was a hard worker, loving husband, father and brother. He enjoyed helping others in need and protecting his family and friends with a passion. He loved dogs and...

Nov 25, 2022

It is with great sadness that we announce that Pammy Beltran Zamora age 57, a lifelong resident of Carrizozo, New Mexico was called home to the Lord on Friday November 25, 2022. Pammy was born to Juan and Delia Beltran, on August 29, 1965 in Ruidoso, New Mexico.  She attended Carrizozo Public Schools and graduated in 1984, after high...

Nov 24, 2022

An obituary is not available at this time for Wayne David Folmer. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Nov 23, 2022

Lee Nanz, 47, beloved son, brother, father and grandfather was called home on November 23, 2022. He was born December 2, 1974, in Wichita Falls,Texas Pete and Gloria Nanz. Lee's family relocated to Ruidoso, New Mexico in 1982. This is where he called home until his passing. Lee is preceded in death by this father. He is survived by...

Nov 17, 2022

Richard (Rich) Jolly, passed away on November 17, 2022, at the age of 80. His recent medical issues showed his strength, courage and Faith as he faced these new life challenges. Rich served in the Air Force and retired from Transwestern Pipeline after 35 years. He enjoyed his retirement playing golf, going on adventures with his son, spending time with...