Obituaries

Mar 4, 2021

Annie B. “Lucia” Lewis Taylor passed away at her home in Hobbs, NM on March 4, 2021. She was born June 11, 1933 in Lowndes County, MS to Glover Wilken Lewis and Mary Ella Lewis. She moved to Hobbs in 1967 and was a Pink Lady at Lea Regional Hospital for almost 30 years.

She was preceded...

Feb 28, 2021

Brent David Slaugh, age 29, was born May 14, 1991 to Michael D. and Tammy L. Slaugh in Hobbs, New Mexico, entered into eternal life February 28, 2021 in Austin, Texas. He was preceded in death by his son, Braydin Nickolas Cofer-Slaugh, grandfathers, Ted Slaugh and Franklin D. Gillispie and an aunt June Ellen LLoyd. Brent is survived by his...

Feb 24, 2021

Larence O. Hardin, 87, of Jal, NM, passed away on Wednesday, February 24, 2021.

Pallbearers (former students) are Goose Armstrong, Kevin Ross, Ricky Miller, Billy Elliott, Sidney Frymire, and Phillip Little.

Larence was born in Midland, TX on August 15, 1933 to Oscar and Lillian Lucille (Stewart) Hardin.  After serving the US Army, Larence was...

Feb 21, 2021

Marjorie Inez “Townsley” Oaks, 86 of Hobbs, New Mexico, went to be with her Lord Sunday February 21, 2021 at Lubbock Convenant Hospital.

She was born March 28, 1934 in Durham, Oklahoma, the daughter of Arthur and Roxie Townsley.  She had 5 siblings.  On July 22, 1952 she married the love of her life Jimmy Oaks.

Feb 20, 2021

Robert Lewis Boone, 92, passed away on Saturday, February 20, 2021, in Shreveport, Louisiana.  Lew was born on January 10, 1929, in Seagraves, Texas to John Willis Boone and Mamie Lee Stubbs Boone.  Lew was educated in Texas, graduating from high school in 1945, at the age of 16.  He attended University of North Texas from 1945-1947.

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Feb 20, 2021

Ramon Duarte was born on October 11,1946 in Fort Davis TX, to Bonifacio Duarte and Juanita Contreras. He was called to his eternal resting place on February 20, 2021 in Lubbock Tx surrounded by his loved ones. Ramon loved the lord with all his heart and dedicated his life as a Christian for over 30 years. He loved spending time...

Feb 16, 2021

Arvin Spalding, 68, beloved Husband, Father, Papaw and Friend to all, accomplished his lifetime goal on February 16, 2021, by remaining faithful to God until death. He entered this world on July 25, 1952 in Hamlin, TX, born to Aubrey and Joy Spalding.

He is preceded in death by his son, Leland Spalding, parents, Aubrey and Joy...

Feb 13, 2021

Shirley Baird, 79, was born June 14, 1941 in Truth or Consequences, NM. She went to be with her Lord and Savior on Feb. 13, 2021. She is survived by her daughter, Shelli Auld, 6 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. Also surviving her, are her two sisters, Louise Hughes (Lowell) and Sandra Russell (David) and several nieces and nephews....

Feb 8, 2021

Judith Ann "Judy" Hancock Pate, 72, went to be with our Lord on Monday, February 8, 2021. She was born in Kermit, TX on September 8, 1948 to Joe Bailey Hancock and Tommye G. Montgomery Hancock.

As a youth, her family moved to Lovington, NM, then finally settled in Hobbs where she would go on to graduate...

Feb 5, 2021

Geraldine (Jerry) Jackson, 89, passed away on February 5, 2021 in Midlothian, Texas.

Jerry was born in Sagerton, Texas to Grady and Belle Foust on July 14, 1931. In 1945 the family moved to Artesia, New Mexico where Jerry met and married J. D. Jackson.   They were married for 64 years until  J. D.’s death in 2010....

Feb 3, 2021

(Granny Faye)

Faye Brown, 80, of Hobbs passed away on February 3, 2021.  Faye was born on November 24, 1940 to George and Gladys Barnett in Artesia, NM.

Faye married Billy J. Brown on August 23,1961.  She is survived by her husband Bill Brown of Hobbs, her brother Dewayne Barnett (Debbie) of Artesia.  Five children,...

Jan 30, 2021

Rev. Ramon De Los Santos 76, went to his heavenly home January 30, 2021 in Lubbock, TX.

Born in Runge, TX December 14, 1944 to Esperidion and Gregoria De Los Santos. Preceding him in death are his parents, 1 son, 6 brothers and 4 sisters.

Surviving him are his loving wife of 56 years Josie...

Jan 25, 2021

Donald Ray Barr, Age 74, of Hobbs, NM, passed away on Monday, January 25, 2021 from a long illness.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert Thomas Barr and Katherine Barr, and a sister Shirley Ann Barr, and grandparents, Mr. & Mrs. Jesse Madison Barr and Mr. and Mrs. K C McAdams.  He is survived...

Jan 24, 2021

Harvey (Harve) White, 88, beloved Husband and Father, was called to his eternal resting place on January 24, 2021.  He entered this world on July 19, 1932 in Dalhart, TX, the only son of 9 children born to Van and Lena White.

Harve was a veteran, serving in the United States Air Force in 1952 stationed at...

Jan 23, 2021

Tinx Goodwin, 88 passed away on January 23rd, 2021 of natural causes in her home being cared for by her family and wonderful caregivers, Kacie and Caroline.

Tinx was born in Channing, TX on February 7th, 1932 to “Pat” and “Billie” Edwards. She had two brothers and two sisters. In High School, she played basketball and helped...

Jan 23, 2021

Patricia (Patti) Ann Schmitt Clark 59 was called to her eternal resting place on January 23, 2021. She was born in Hobbs, New Mexico on April 10, 1961 to Lawrence and Lucy Schmitt.

Patti’s first love was her family and friends. Patti had a zest for life. She would electrify any room by entering.

Patti...

Jan 22, 2021

Reflections of My Daddy- Ralph Martin Gonzales

Ralph was born on October 24, 1939 to Soledad and Paul Gonzales in Santo Thomas Ranch (now known as Stahmann Ranch) near Las Cruces, New Mexico. Dad went to be with his Lord and savior on Friday, January 22, 2021.  Ralph was the 7th of 9 siblings. Ralph was preceded...

Jan 19, 2021

E. D. (Dusty) Rhoades, 96, beloved father, grandfather, and great grandfather was called to his eternal resting place on January 19, 2021 in his home in Hobbs NM with family supporting and spoiling him. He entered this world on October 15, 1924 in Lubbock, TX, born to Ruel and Matilda "Mallie" Cornett Rhoades. He is survived by his daughter...

Jan 14, 2021

Frances Ensey, a longtime resident of Hobbs, NM, died Thursday, January 14th, 2021. She was 85.  A celebration of Frances's life will be held at a later date at the First Presbyterian Church.

Frances was born on July 29, 1935 in a rural Iowa community and was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Ensey. She is...

Jan 13, 2021

Thomas E. Samford, 74, known as Papa Tom to his grandchildren, was born July 6, 1946 in Odessa, Texas, to Thomas Leroy and Evelyn Francis Milam Samford. Thomas passed away Wednesday, January 13, 2021 in his hometown of Odessa.

Thomas married the love of his life Betsy Jo Janice Phillips on November 1, 1977 in Dallas, Texas. ...