Obituaries

Nov 18, 2025

Norma Jean Gilbert Norma Gilbert Norma Jean Gilbert, a beloved teacher, friend, and matriarch, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at the Beehive Home in Hobbs, Lea, New Mexico, after a full life dedicated to love and faith mixed with spunk and spice. She was 79. Norma was born on June 28, 1946, in Raton, Colfax, New Mexico,...

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 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

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....

Nov 21, 2025

Ubaldo L Garcia “Jr” peacefully passed away in the early morning hours of November 21, 2025, in his home surrounded by the love of his family. Born on August 18, 1952, in Raymondville, TX to Ubaldo (Walt) and Esperanza Garcia, he was raised with love, a hard work ethic and a dedication to succeed and teach others. Jr graduated from...

Nov 20, 2025

Banna Joe Davis, 93, was born Dec. 14th, 1931, in Brownfield, Texas to Willie Lorenzo and Velma (Orr) Holt. She passed from this life Nov 20, 2025. Banna will be missed by all those who knew and loved her.

She graduated from High School at Mattson, TX. where she was a Cheerleader and Valedictorian of her class. She met Boyd (Red)...

Nov 15, 2025

When the sun rose, it was the summer of 87 July 22, beginning the life of an angel we know & love by the name of Terrell McGruder. TDM was born in Hobbs, NM to the parents of Sharon Johnson (Hobbs, NM) mother & his father Eugene McGruder (Deceased). Being the oldest of 5 siblings Terrell arrived at the gates...

Nov 15, 2025

Sharon Denise Fuentes, born on August 7, 1975, went home to our Lord on November 15, 2025.

Our mom was the most loving mother, daughter, sister, and Nana who touched the lives of everyone she met. She was known for her warm heart, her strong spirit, and the way she always cared for others. She was so funny and had a...

Nov 10, 2025

Sandra Lynn Gassaway, 84, of Katy, Texas, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 9, 2025.

Sandra was born on November 23, 1940, in Hobbs, New Mexico to Dr. and Mrs. Coy S Stone. She grew up in Hobbs alongside her brother, Dr. Bill Stone, and developed a love for dance early in life. After graduating from Hobbs High School, she attended...

Nov 9, 2025

Marita Burnam slipped peacefully into the arms of her Savior Jesus Christ on the morning of Sunday November 9, 2025. Marita was born on July 12, 1940, in Germany. She lived in Europe with her family until 1960 when she migrated to the United States. She first lived in Brownfield Texas with her family until they moved to Hobbs in...

Nov 9, 2025

Kali Shea Hood, age 18, of Hobbs, N.M., passed away unexpectedly on November 9, 2025.

Born July 5, 2007, in Hobbs, N.M., Kali was the cherished daughter of Jordan and Ashley Hood and beloved sister of Heath Hood. As a 2022 high school graduate, Kali was pursuing her dream of working in the medical field.

Kali lived life unconditionally on her terms....

Nov 9, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Joe Luis Tovar, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle, brother, cousin, and friend, who left this world on November 9, 2025, at the age of 67. Born on August 23, 1958, in Alpine, Texas to Juanita and Bonifacio Tovar Sr.

Joe Luis was a devoted husband to the...

Nov 9, 2025

Guadalupe “Lupe” Velásquez Hernández, affectionately known by many as Barbie, Mundo, and LuLu, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, November 9, 2025, surrounded by her husband, brother, nieces, and nephews.

Born to Rev. Simon Velásquez Sr. and Paula Chávez Velásquez, Lupe lived 76 beautiful years as a devoted Christian woman of faith, love, and service. She fought the good...