Obituaries

Jan 15, 2026

Clara Ellen Bolen, 86, was born September 27, 1939, in McAlester, OK to W.M. and Jakie Lee Bolen. She passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 15, 2026, in Hobbs, New Mexico. She married Edward Zurovec in 1961 and together they had two children, Dwayne and Steven. She worked for the local telephone company, GTE, as on operator for...

Jan 14, 2026

Peggy Drake, a resident of Hobbs, New Mexico, passed away on Wednesday morning, January 14, 2026. Peggy was born on March 23, 1941, in San Angelo, Texas to Jonas and Norine Ater.

She is survived by her husband, Jimmy Drake; her daughter, Kim Dunn; her son, Jim Drake; and her brother, Jim Ater.

Peggy will be deeply missed by her family and...

Jan 13, 2026

With sad and broken hearts, we want to inform all of Keithan’s passing on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. Keithan was born on January 10, 1994, in Clovis, New Mexico. He was so deeply loved by many more people than he ever realized, and he will be missed beyond words. His time with us ended way too short. Everyone he came...

Jan 9, 2026

Mike R. Rodriguez earned his wings on January 9, 2026, passing peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on April 13, 1948, in Knox City, Texas, to Vidal “Bill” and Erminia “Minnie” Rodriguez. He lived a life filled with character, laughter, music, and unforgettable moments. There was a strength and fight in him that left you...

Jan 7, 2026

Patricia Ann “Bubbles” Ridley, 70, beloved mother, wife, daughter, sister, grandma, gg & aunt was called to her eternal resting place on January 7, 2026. She entered this world on September 6, 1955 to William (Bill) & Joyce (Jean) Henderson in Clarksdale, Mississippi. The family moved to Hobbs, NM in 1959, where she resided until her death.

Pat married the love...

Jan 1, 2026

On January 1, 2026, Neil Kenneth Gohr, 62, of Hobbs went to be with his Lord and Savior. He was born in Fairmont, MN, on June 18, 1963, to Kenneth and Neta Gohr. He spent his early life in the Land of 10,000 Lakes, and in 1979, the Gohr family moved to Hobbs, where Neil graduated high school in 1981.

In...

Dec 28, 2025

Concepción Portillo went to be with the Lord on December 28, 2025, in Lubbock, Texas. He was born on December 8, 1940, in El Tule, Chihuahua, Mexico, making him 85 years old at the time of his death. For forty-eight years he called Hobbs, New Mexico, home before relocating to Lubbock, Texas, where he lived for the last six years...

Dec 23, 2025

Richard Arlen Lentz, 87, of Hobbs, NM passed away December 23, 2025, peacefully with family by his side. Richard was born to Ernest Lentz Sr. and Dorothy Murphy in San Antonio, TX. He was preceded in death by the love of his life Peggy Jo (Car), his parents Ernest and Dorothy Lentz, and his brothers Ernest Lentz Jr. and William...

Dec 19, 2025

Ronald “Bubba” Schnaubert went to the icy blue Rocky Mountains on December 19, 2025. Born on November 23, 1963, to Sue Winn and Steven Schnaubert. Born in Hobbs, NM where he spent most of his life with time in Florida building hotels and time in Arkansas raising his family. Bubba lived boldly, joyfully, and always on his own terms.

He met...

Dec 15, 2025

Karen Elaine Kinney, 66, passed away peacefully on December 15, 2025, reunited in spirit with her beloved husband, Alan. Born on August 1, 1959, Karen lived a life full of love, laughter, and connection, leaving a lasting imprint on all who knew her.

On March 19, 1991, Karen married the love of her life, Alan Kinney. Together, they raised two sons,...

Dec 13, 2025

Dec 12, 2025

Sarah Louise (Morrow) Gilless, age 95 of Hobbs, New Mexico, drew her last breath on December 12, 2025, while in the hospital in Hobbs, New Mexico. Living longer than most, she succumbed to the effects of aging after a beautiful life of giving, sharing, and taking care of others.

Sarah, “Lou” to many, was born on June 17, 1930, to Glenn...

Dec 12, 2025

Frieda Ross age 86, went into the arms of Jesus on 12/12/25. Frieda was born September 18, 1939, in DeNoya, Osage County, Oklahoma, the first of three children born to William (Bill) and Goldie (Dunn) Alberty. She received her education in the Shidler and Webb City, Oklahoma, starting first grade there and graduating with the class of 1957. She married...

Dec 11, 2025

Fonda was born November 26, 1963, in Montpelier, Bear Lake, Idaho adopted to Dallas Earl Jones and Vernice Donaldson. She died December 11, 2025, in Hobbs, NM. She was married to Robert Earl Ransom on December 7, 1987, in Gaines, Texas, United States. She was family oriented. She enjoyed going to Church services. She enjoyed having cats for her pets....

Dec 10, 2025

Eddie Earl Young, 90 was born in Marlin, Texas to Andrew Lee Young and Ethel Hicks Young. On March 15, 1935. He departed this life on December 10, 2025, in Lovington, NM.

Eddie married Mary Lee Benford in 1955, and they moved to Hobbs, NM in 1965. For many years he worked on Diesels as a Mechanic.

From this blessed union five...

Dec 8, 2025

Glen Earl Thompson of Hobbs, a devoted father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2025, at the age of 83. Glen served with honor in the U.S. Army. During his service, he excelled as a helicopter mechanic, a role that highlighted his overall brilliance. Following his military service, Glen returned home to build a life centered on...

Dec 7, 2025

Lisa “Gigi” Kemp passed away peacefully in her home on December 7th, 2025. She was born on April 13th, 1965, in Hobbs.

Lisa was a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother and aunt whose endless spirit and kind heartedness touched so many. She had such a contagious smile and caring nature, that one couldn’t help but love her. Lisa was so passionate...

Dec 7, 2025

Kristin Deneen Martin was born on September 2, 1969, in Midland, Texas, to Jon and Alicia Martin. She departed this life on Sunday, December 7, 2025, to be with her Heavenly Father.

Among Kristin’s favorite passages from God’s Word, Psalm 121 was one of her treasures: “I lift up my eyes to the mountains – where does my help come from?...

Dec 1, 2025

Donald Pruitt of Hobbs passed into the heavens at home on December I, 2025, at the age of 76.He leaves behind a legacy of love, hard work, and passion for his family.Born to Myrtle Grace Sudduth and fathered by RG Sudduth, he grew up & spent his life in Hobbs New Mexico. Just coming out of school he served for...

Nov 25, 2025

Kenneth Matthew “Kenny” Mayes, 37, of Hobbs, New Mexico, passed away on November 25, 2025. He was born on October 13, 1988, in Hobbs.

Kenneth was a loving son, brother, uncle, partner, and friend whose free spirit and kind heart touched everyone he met. He had a contagious smile, a gentle nature, and a deep love for animals, nature, and travel....