Obituaries

Jan 24, 2023

Albert Longoria Gonzales passed away on January 24, 2023, in Hobbs, New Mexico at the age of 67.

Albert was born on October 18, 1955, to Genaro and Celia Gonzalez in Matamoros, Mexico.

Albert began his craftsmanship in the air conditioning and heating industry at an early age. In 1986, Albert established AG Custom Sheet...

Jan 22, 2023

Marian Martha (Kimmel) Thompson passed away on January 22, 2023 in Lubbock, TX where she has been a resident for the past 4 years, after leaving her beloved home in Roswell, NM.

Marian was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother.  Marian was a dedicated member of the Roswell community until the passing of her husband Ken in...

Jan 21, 2023

James A. Davis (Jim) born in Carlsbad, New Mexico on September 28, 1943, and died on January 21, 2023, in Lubbock, Texas. He was the owner of D&D Pipeline Construction in Hobbs, New Mexico. He served on boards for NMJC as well as the Lea County Cowboy Hall of Fame.

Jim is survived by two sisters and...

Jan 19, 2023

Bonnie Marie Johnson was born August 20th,1955, and passed peacefully in her sleep on January 19th,2023 after a long illness. She will be having a graveside service at Prairie Haven Memorial Park Cemetery on Thursday February 2nd at 10 am. She was loved by all who met her, especially her daughter. She had a shrewd mind and a giving...

Jan 19, 2023

Madelyn Arroyo Sandoval was born August 18, 2020, in San Antonio, Tx. She took her last breath on Earth and her first breath in Heaven on January 19, 2023 in San Antonio, Tx. She was born to Miguel Angel Sandoval and Aime Arroyo Sandoval.

Madelyn known as Maddi lit up any room with her contagious, radiant smile....

Jan 19, 2023

Mary Lucy Hernandez Roman was born April 15,1948 to the late Lino Hernandez and Ernestina Hernandez in Tahoka, Texas. Her family moved to Hobbs , New Mexico where she attended public school , She graduated from Hobbs High School in 1967 She married Jimmy Gonzales and to this union were born four children . She later married Pedro Roman....

Jan 16, 2023

REMEMBERING Janie Mae Jackson

Janie Mae Jackson was a caring and loving mother of six children, who truly enjoyed cooking large meals on Sunday for her family and friends.

She was born on November 20, 1937, to William and Timpie Ivy Buford, in Naples, Texas. There, she attended school at George Washington Carver....

Jan 15, 2023

OBITUARY OF WATSON GREEN

As he entered Paradise to meet the Lord, he once again beheld the beauty of his parents, Era and Collie Green; three brothers, Marion Green, James Green, and Floyd Green; two sisters, Evelyn Johnson and Marie Williams of Houston; several nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends. On June 6, 1940,...

Jan 7, 2023

Peggy Sharon Sturgill June 15, 1946- January 7,2023

but those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.   Isaiah 40:31

Peggy Sharon Sturgill, passed away peacefully surrounded by those she loved...

Jan 6, 2023

Patsy Frances “Frances” Utterback passed away peacefully on January 6, 2023 in Fayetteville, AR, where she had recently moved to be near family.

Frances was born on February 12, 1929 in Pampa, TX, the daughter of Harrison James and Nola Lofland.  She lived in Texas until her move to Monument, NM at age 16.  It was here she met...

Jan 6, 2023

Walter Wayne Reams was born September 15th, 1933, to John Preston Reams and Katy Rhea Whidden. He passed away on January 6th, 2023, in Hobbs.

He was preceded in death by both of his parents, his sisters, Wanda Rhea and Adelia Mae and his son, Robbie.

He is survived by his wife Anita, two daughters,...

Jan 6, 2023

Vera Benford, 74, beloved Mother, Daughter, Grandmother, Aunt, Sister, and Mother-in-law, was called to her eternal resting place on January 6, 2023. She entered this world on December

14, 1948 in Hobbs, NM, born to Dozie and Loretha Slade.

She was educated in the Hobbs Public Schools and was a graduate of Hobbs High School.

Jan 5, 2023

Ramona Rios Ward 66, of Jal, NM, passed away January 5, 2023, at her home in Jal after battling cancer. She was born March 9, 1956, in Chihuahua, Chihuahua, MX. Ramona married Stacy Ward on December 4, 1989, in Kermit, TX. They shared 33 years together.

Ramona was an amazing and loving wife, mother and grandmother. She...

Jan 5, 2023

Jack was born October 12, 1936 in Carlsbad, NM to Harold Garner & Zella Adams.  He went home on January 5, 2023, surrounded by family at Hobbs Covenant Hospital

Jack served his country in United States Navy for 30 years of service.  He went to work in the oilfield and truck driving.

Jack was preceded...

Jan 2, 2023

Bettye Thomas Barnes passed away peacefully on January 2, 2023 in the loving care of her daughter, whom she loved deeply. She displayed great strength and grace until her last breath.

Bettye Thomas Barnes was born January 3, 1932 in Gladewater, Tx to Jessie Thomas and Effie Williams Thomas. She moved to Hobbs as a young child...

Dec 30, 2022

Seborn Van South was born in Hobbs, New Mexico on January 31, 1966, to Billy Van and Margaret Ann South. He was called to his heavenly home on December 30, 2022. He was the toughest guy that anyone knew and fought and won so many battles through his life.

Seborn married his high school sweetheart, Tracy Ann...

Dec 29, 2022

Guadalupe Zaragoza, age 75, passed away unexpectedly on December 29, 2022, in Hobbs, NM. She was born in Kenedy, TX to Gilberto Luna and Dominga Luna on September 7, 1947. She was a mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, tia, cousin, and friend. She was the happiest during family celebrations. She loved to travel and shop; she was always searching...

Dec 27, 2022

Gilbert Sherman Saloga passed away December 27, 2022, surrounded by family at Covenant Medical Center in Lubbock, Texas. He was born January 11, 1932 in Hutchison, Kansas to Emil and Ruth Saloga. Gilbert married the love of his life, Ann Davis Smith, on June 10, 1967. They were married 49 years and raised six daughters.

Gilbert and...

Dec 25, 2022

Larry Van Brooker of Hobbs, NM passed away at the age of 84 in Andrews, TX. He was born in Crews, TX on March 24,1938 and the first born to E.O and Lola Brooker. Larry grew up in Levelland, TX and later he and his wife Mary Brooker moved to Hobbs, NM where they currently reside. Larry worked in...

Dec 23, 2022

On December 22, 2022, Ted Casey of Hobbs, New Mexico was called home. He was born on the 24th of May 1960 in Globe AZ to William and Bessie (Caillouette) Casey. Ted grew up in and around Safford AZ and Lordsburg, NM. Ted was the youngest of four children. His first job was at Road Forks down by Lordsburg...