Obituaries

Montie Baxley

Jul 20, 2025

Bill Brown

Jul 19, 2025

Billy J. Brown, (Papa Bill) 89, of Hobbs passed away on July 19, 2025. Bill was born on November 8, 1935, to Ernie and Elnor Brown.

Bill married Faye on August 23, 1961. He is survived by his children, Jerald Vance (Maud) of Roswell, Kelly Brown (Kim) of Hobbs, Telisha Watson of Hobbs and David Brown of Albuquerque. Grandchildren, Kami...

Vicki Lewis

Jul 17, 2025

Vicki Marie Lewis, 72, of Hobbs, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2025. Born on June 9, 1953, in Ashdown, Arkansas, Vicki built a life defined by love, service, and unforgettable memories.

Vicki spent 25 years in law enforcement, starting in 1983 at the Hobbs Police Department. She later served with the Lea County Sheriff's Office and retired...

Pamela S. Dees

Jul 12, 2025

Pam S. Dees, 76 of Hobbs, died Saturday, July 12, 2025. Pam will be greatly missed by her two daughters Laurie and Julie. She had two sons-in-law Tim and Cletus and four grandchildren; Austin (married to Amy), Blakeley, Cameron, and Hunter (married to Savannah). She had five great-grandkids - Anneliz, Jeremiah, Hadley, Pierson, and Remington. Pam had a sister Kathy...

Mariethel McConal

Jul 11, 2025

Mariethel McConal, age 91, of Hobbs, NM passed away peacefully on July 11, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on November 29, 1933, in Brownfield, TX to Thomas and Clarene Hunt.

Mariethel was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who dedicated her life to caring for those around her with quiet strength and unwavering love. Her...

Beatrice De Los Santos

Jul 8, 2025

Beatrice De Los Santos, age 71, of Hobbs, New Mexico, passed away on July 8, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born in Pecos, New Mexico, Beatrice lived a life marked by love, generosity, and unwavering strength. Beatrice was a familiar and beloved face at Hobbs Eagles basketball and football games, where she joyfully worked and cheered on her community for...

Juana V. Ramirez

Jul 3, 2025

In Loving Memory of Juana V. Ramírez

February 10, 1950 - July 3, 2025

With heavy hearts and deep love, we announce the passing of our mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, Juana V. Ramírez (Janie, Jane, or Juanita), who departed this life on July 3, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on February 10, 1950, Juana was a woman of strength,...

Stan Shaver

Jun 25, 2025

Stan Shaver, of Hobbs, NM, was born in Farmington, NM on April 17, 1958, to LeRoy and Frances Shaver. He entered into rest on June 25, 2025, in Plainview, Texas.

Stan is survived by his wife of 48 years, Becky, two daughters, Shalina (Daniel) Pope and Suzi (Zach) Souter, two grandchildren Hannah and Jackson Souter. He is also survived by a...

Larry Myrle Harlin

Jun 17, 2025

Larry Myrle Harlin, age 76 of Hobbs, NM passed away on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at Covenant Medical Center, Lubbock, Texas.

He was born September 24, 1948, in Shawnee, Oklahoma to Myrle and Oleta Harlin. Larry’s life was marked by his deep love and commitment to his family and community.

On January 28, 2025, he celebrated a significant milestone by marrying Dilcia...

Clifton Alfred Clary

Jun 16, 2025

Clifton Alfred Clary

July 13, 1955 - June 16, 2025

It is with great sadness that the family of Clifton Alfred Clary announces his passing, after a long battle with heart disease. Clifton Alfred Clary, 69, went to be with his Heavenly Father early the morning of June 16, 2025, at Covenant Hospital in Lubbock, Texas.Clifton was born in Hobbs, New Mexico...

Kelly Mack Myers

Jun 14, 2025

We celebrate the life of Kelly Mack Myers, 72, of Jal, NM who passed away on June 14, 2025. Kelly was born on Feb. 4th 1953 in Kermit, TX to Mack Eugene Myers and Norma Joan Conklin Myers.

As a young man, Kelly worked hard to become the owner of what is now Deep Wells Ranch. Kelly's love for the...

Patsy Lou Kerbo

Jun 13, 2025

One of God's most faithful and loving servants was called home and Heaven heard her loudly singing "Hallelujah" on her way there. Patsy Lou Kerbo made her long-awaited journey on June 13, 2025. She truly dedicated her life to the Lord and loved Him with every fiber of her being.

Patsy was born on October 16,1942 in Corsicana, Texas to Ernest...

Ismael Rios

Jun 6, 2025

Ismael Rios

March 18,2006 ~ June 06, 2025

It is with a heavy heart as a loving family, we announce the departure of our son Ismael Rios.

Ismael (Milo) was born in Hobbs, New Mexico on March 18, 2006, where he attended College Lane Elementary, Highland Junior High, Hobbs High School and the Academy of the New Mexico Youth Challenge where he graduated...

Ana Maria Hightower

Jun 3, 2025

Ana Maria “Mary” Hightower of Hobbs, NM, passed away peacefully at home on June 3rd, 2025, at the age of 86. She was born August 14th, 1938, in Sanderson, Texas to Jesus Bustamante and Manuela Campos Bustamante. A devout Catholic, Mary was baptized on December 10th, 1948. She had a lifelong enjoyment of learning, returning to graduate school after high...

David Galenbeck

May 30, 2025

David Paul Galenbeck Sr., of Hobbs, New Mexico, left this life and entered into eternal rest on May 30, 2025, He was born on October 21, 1940, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Paul and Ruth Galenbeck. Dave was the only son, growing up with five sisters.

In 1959, Dave enlisted in the United States Air Force and proudly served as an...

Stephen Wuest

May 29, 2025

Stephen Raymond Wuest, 81 of Hobbs, New Mexico died at his home after battling cancer on Thursday, May 29th, 2025. Stephen was born on May 29th 1944, in Belleville, Illinois, the son of Raymond and Jeanette (Bucholtz) Wuest.

Stephen was a hard-working family man who served his country in the United States Army and provided for those who mattered...

Brenda Ann Franklin

May 25, 2025

Brenda Ann Franklin (Hannah) was born to Robert and Catherine Hannah on February 9, 1956, in Kermit, TX. She was the third of five children. On June 29, she married Donnell Franklin. They shared over 40 years of marriage and shared four children: Donnell Jr., Shannell, Devin, and Bridgett. Brenda was a proud grandmother to Cory, Armando, and Anivia, and...

Stratton Davis

May 25, 2025

Stratton Kade Davis

November 16, 2004 - May 25, 2025

Stratton Kade Davis burst into this world on November 16, 2004, in Hobbs, New Mexico - four weeks early and ready to take on life with full throttle. From the very beginning, Stratton had a spark. He was bold, fearless, and full of heart. Though he faced the heartbreaking loss of his...

Carl Hensley

May 24, 2025

Carl Hensley, age 76, passed away peacefully at home in Hobbs, New Mexico, on May 24, 2025. Born in Hugo, Oklahoma, Carl led a life filled with service, love, laughter, and generosity.

Carl proudly served in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War in 1967. Following his military service, he built a career as a dedicated sandblaster and...

Manuel Cantu, Jr.

May 22, 2025

In Loving Memory of Manuel Cantu Jr.

Devoted Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother, and Friend. With heavy hearts and much love, we announce the passing of Manuel Cantu Jr., who left this world on May 22, 2025, at the age of 90, surrounded by the love of his family in the comfort of his home. Manuel Cantu was born to Manuel Cantu...