Obituaries
Ralph Edward Womack
Apr 27, 2026
Ralph Edward Womack (Eddy), a devoted family man, lifelong rancher, and passionate outdoorsman, passed away on April 27, 2026. Born on May 16, 1937.
Eddy was born in Fort Stanton, NM to Emmett Womack and Lois Goode Womack and lived his young years exploring, hunting, and loving this beautiful area he called home. He and his brothers have hunted and explored...
Deborah Torres
Apr 21, 2026
Deborah (Debbie) Torres, age 70, of Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico, passed away on April 21, 2026 at home surrounded by her family. Debbie was born on September 22, 1955, in Grand Island, Nebraska to Dale and Delores (Koch) Hongsermeier.
Debbie graduated from Wood River Rural High School in 1973. She married Charlie Fallon in September of 1978. Together they raised four...
James Leighton Kunestsis
Apr 18, 2026
James L. Kunestsis was born on November 1, 1969, in Mescalero, NM.
Passed away on April 18, 2026 in Mescalero, NM.
He is survived by his brother, Wadell Kanseah and sister, Anissa Kanseah.
Nephews, Lorenzo Kanseah,
Caleb Kanseah.
Nieces, Valita Kanseah, Carla Rice and Jana Rice
Numerous grandchildren.
James is preceded in death by parents, Berle and Lynette Kanseah.
Brother, Gerald Rice Jr.
Nephew, Coleman H. Kanseah
The funeral service...
Ryan Joseph Sullivan
Apr 15, 2026
Ryan Joseph Sullivan, 51, passed away unexpectedly on April 15, 2026, near Ruidoso, New Mexico. A resident of both Ruidoso, NM, and Gladwin, MI, Ryan was a man of extraordinary light and an adventurous spirit who found beauty in every corner of the world he explored.
Ryan's thirst for adventure led him to live abroad in Ireland, France, and Mexico-where his...
Melferd Allen Yuzos III
Apr 13, 2026
Melferd Allen Yuzos III "Fats", an avid outdoorsmen left this world on April 13, 2026, at the age of 50. Born on September 15, 1975, Melferd was known for his kindness, generosity, great sense of humor, hardworking, and always willing to lend a helping hand.
During his years Melferd worked in various jobs: wildland firefighter, sawyer, maintenance, and construction. His...
Verna Ruth Stoltzfus Adams
Apr 9, 2026
A bright spark passed from our midst on April 9, 2026. Verna Ruth Stoltzfus Adams passed away peacefully after dealing with a progressive neurodegenerative disorder for many years.
Verna, known affectionately to her family as Boosh, was born on February 24, 1947. Born on the family farm near Yellow House, Pennsylvania, she was the youngest of thirteen children. Even as a...
Wilson Burgess
Apr 6, 2026
Wilson Burgess, a man known for his kindness and unwavering generosity, passed away on April 6, 2026. Born on November 12, 1975, Wilson's life was marked by an extraordinary spirit of compassion; he never turned anyone away, embodying the very essence of goodwill.
Throughout his years, Wilson nurtured a remarkable talent as an artist. His creative spirit and dedication to his...
Terri Lynn Cotton
Mar 31, 2026
Terri Lynn Cotton, 71, of Capitan, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2026.
Terri was born on December 30, 1954, in Las Cruces, New Mexico, to William G. Cotton and Willa Lee Cotton, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by several lifelong friends who meant the world to her.
Terri is survived by her two...
Andrés Monroe Gomez
Mar 27, 2026
In the early morning hours of March 27th, 2026, Andrés Monroe Gomez released his last breath into the winds, and joined his God and many ancestors. He was the 5th of 6 children, born to Robert S. Gomez and Dolores Ramos Gomez, on August 16th, 1955 (Las Cruses, NM). They lived the farm life here till Andrés was about 6,...
Donald Gary
Mar 23, 2026
Donald Gary, a man of unwavering integrity and deep love, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2026. Born on August 22, 1948, in Escondido, California, Don lived a life marked by the quiet strength of a mild-mannered soul and a heart full of sincere affection. He was a beloved husband, father, and friend whose presence brought warmth and steadiness to...
Renee Michelle Archuleta
Mar 23, 2026
Renee Archuleta 54, our beloved mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend was called to her eternal resting place on March 23, 2026. She was born on November 21, 1971, in Carrizozo, New Mexico and was the cherished daughter of Ernest and Linda Archuleta.
Renee grew up in a close-knit family as the second of five children. From an early age,...
Florine Smith
Mar 23, 2026
Florine Smith, born October 16, 1948, in Mescalero, New Mexico to Charles Smith, Sr. and Addie Tissnolthtos. Florine passed away on March 23, 2026, in El Paso, Texas.
Florine is survived by her brother Charles Smith, Jr. and her children; Kristi LaPaz, Kathryn Rocha, Darron Valdez and Annette Smith and her grandchildren; Jeremiah Zuazua, Jamal Rocha, Matias LaPaz, Kenan G. Zuazua,...
Paul Leonard Whipple
Mar 22, 2026
Paul Leonard Whipple, a man whose adventurous spirit and love of the great outdoors defined his life, passed away on March 22, 2026. Born on April 6, 1973, Paul embraced every day with a vigor that inspired those fortunate enough to know him.
He was a proud veteran of the US Navy, dedicating part of his life to serving his country...
Jay Jeffery Phillips
Mar 15, 2026
We are heartbroken to announce the passing of Jay Jeffery Phillips, who left us peacefully on March 15, 2026, at the age of 68. Born on November 11, 1957, in Littlefield, Texas, Jay became member of the Ruidoso community when his family moved here in 1973. He graduated from Ruidoso High School in 1976, and shortly thereafter, he proudly served...
Randy Vinson
Mar 6, 2026
Randy Vinson, 72, of Capitan, NM, was taken to meet his Lord and Savior on March 6, 2026. Randy was born on May 30, 1953, in Madill, OK. He graduated from high school in Coleman, OK, soon enlisting in the U.S. Army where he became a paratrooper and was assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division and was honorably discharged as...
Paul Dalton Holder III "D"
Mar 5, 2026
Paul Dalton Holder III, affectionately known as "D," passed away peacefully on March 5, 2026, leaving behind a legacy as rich and profound as the art he created and the love he so freely gave. Born on January 10, 1964, Paul was a man of many talents whose vibrant spirit touched all who knew him.
From the moment he picked up...
Gabrielle Lynn Wanoskia
Mar 3, 2026
Gabrielle Lynn Wanoskia, 51, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on March 3, 2026. She was born on January 1, 1975, in El Paso, Texas, to the late Marilyn Hornedeagle and Galbert Wanoskia.
Gabrielle was a strong and determined woman who dedicated much of her life to caring for others. She worked for several years as a nursing assistant and...
Sophia Daklugie
Mar 3, 2026
With heavy hearts, we the family of Sophia Daklugie announce her funeral services.
Viewing will be held on Monday, March 9, 2026, from 2 pm to 4 pm at Lagrone Funeral Chapel of Ruidoso. The procession will leave the next morning at 8 am, from Lagrone Funeral Chapel, and travel to St. Joseph Apache Mission in Mescalero. Her Rosary will be...
James Matthew Gonzales
Mar 1, 2026
James Matthew Gonzales, an avid outdoorsman, left this world on March 1, 2026, at the age of 35. Born on November 29, 1990, James embraced life with an enthusiasm that was evident in all he did. A native of an area where nature abounds, he found joy in activities such as hunting, fishing, and riding horses. His love for the...
Rae Webb
Feb 27, 2026
Rae Sedillo Webb, 98, our beloved mother, daughter, sister, aunt and grandmother was called to her eternal resting place on February 27, 2026. She was born on January 6, 1928, in Reventon, New Mexico, and was the cherished daughter of Ignacio and Adela Sedillo.
Rae's early years in Reventon were shaped by frontier life and hard work. Her family farmed...
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