Obituaries

Aug 15, 2020

Our community has sadly lost a pillar Friday, August 14, 2020 when Mrs. Beatrice Benavides favorably known as Mrs. B passed away. Her contributions to the lives of many included being the PTA president at Edison elementary in the 80's and 90's where she would help the school sale popcorn, pickles, granola etc. plus, she could also keep a...

Aug 13, 2020

Larry Shed, longtime businessman in Hobbs, passed away on August 13, 2020 in Scottsdale, Arizona after a courageous battle with Lewy Body Disease with Parkinsonism.  He was 78.  Larry Lawayne Shed was born November 7, 1941 in Atwood, OK to Tom and Ruby Shed.  He grew up in Holdenville, OK and came to Hobbs in 1960 where he started...

Aug 13, 2020

Fairy Lee Black, 88, passed away peacefully in her sleep on August 13, 2020.  She and her heart worked tirelessly with unwavering strength until the very end.

Fairy was born, along with her twin brother (J.C.) on November 29, 1931 to James and Dovie Hulse in Littlefield, TX.  They along with her two older sisters, Clendell and...

Aug 13, 2020

Helen Marie (Haley) Starks, 80 years old, passed away on August 13, 2020.

She was born on November 21, 1939 in Seagraves, Texas. She was the daughter of Alva and Ona Haley. She was one is seven children, three brothers and three sisters. She married Troy Starks on May 15, 1965. She was a member of the...

Aug 13, 2020

Betty Barker, 72, beloved mother and grandmother, was called to her eternal resting place on August 13, 2020. She entered this world on September 9, 1947 in Amarillo, TX, born to Hazel Boynton. She is survived by her daughters, Casandra Holder, Hobbs, NM, Trinette Jones, Waco, TX and Mary Hill, Seminole, TX, brothers Robert Boynton, Hobbs NM and Edward...

Aug 13, 2020

Duane P. Patton of Lubbock, Texas, formerly of Hobbs, NM was a kind man, loved by family and friends. Duane passed away Thursday, August 13, 2020.

Duane’s story starts on June 14, 1961, the youngest child of Gerald and Inez Patton. He was born in Hobbs, NM. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother...

Aug 11, 2020

Ronald Hammer, 82, beloved husband and father, was called to his eternal resting place on August 11, 2020. He entered this world on July 19, 1938 in Graham, OK, born to John and Lona Hammer. He is survived by his wife Peggy Hammer; son Gary Hammer and wife Cathy; with sons Josh and Cody; son Tracy Hammer and wife...

Aug 10, 2020

Phyllis Ann Stephens, 82, was born on May 29, 1938 in Graham, TX to James Wadlow Thornton and Ellan Howell Thornton and passed away on August 10, 2020 in Hobbs, NM. Phyllis was very loving, compassionate, and devoted to her family and her Heavenly Father. She was a kind, gentle soul who never met a stranger and she was...

Aug 5, 2020

“A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops.”  —Henry Adams

John David Lathrop crossed over on August 5, 2020 at the age of 85.  The youngest of three sons, John was born to Harold and Bessie Lathrop in Hagerman, New Mexico on December 4, 1934.  The family moved to Elida, New...

Aug 5, 2020

Marvel Ann Thomason was born in Merkel, TX on January 14, 1939. She made her home in Hobbs, NM.  On August 5, 2020 in Lubbock, TX., God called Marvel home to be with her Lord and Savior.

She married Melvin “Buzz” Thomason on August 20, 1955 and at times they endured but mostly enjoyed 60 years together. ...

Aug 4, 2020

Ignacio Alvarado, 56, was born July 31, 1964 in Las Nieves Durango, Mexico to Elena Avila and Rafael Alvarado. He was pronounced deceased in Lubbock, TX on Tuesday, Aug 4, 2020.

Ignacio was an extraordinary individual. He enjoyed fishing, traveling, singing, and gardening. He fulfilled happiness through welcoming all, helping those in need, and prioritizing his family.

Surviving Ignacio are...

Aug 3, 2020

Jonathan Flores, 27, beloved son, brother, uncle and friend, was called to his eternal resting place on August 3, 2020. He entered this world on May 18, 1993, in Del Rio, TX, born to Jose and Mariaelena Flores. As a man of few words but great actions, he left a tremendous impact on those who were fortunate to know...

Aug 1, 2020

Rita Bratton, 71, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2020, in Tomball, Texas, following a valiant battle with Alzheimer’s.  Beloved wife, mother and grandmother, she was sweet, soft-spoken and loved dearly by all who knew her.  Rita was one of six children born to Dr. William Raphael Bruner and Mary Margaret McElligott Bruner in Hobbs, New Mexico on March...

Jul 30, 2020

Genoveva Cervantes, passed away peacefully at home at the age of 89 with her family at her side in Hobbs NM. Born in Pima AZ, on April 4, 1931. She lived in Hobbs NM with her husband Augustin Cervantes (deceased). She was wonderfully devoted to her 9 sons and daughters. Our mother was busy, raising her children and led...

Jul 30, 2020

Emmett Leldon "E.L." Martin, 95, of Hobbs, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 30, 2020.E.L. was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He was the most gentle, caring, loving, and compassionate man. He was the nicest, sweetest man in the room, no matter the crowd. His contagious smile and funny nature will be missed by...

Jul 29, 2020

Rudy Lopez Jr. was born December 20, 1973 to Rudy Lopez Sr. and Margot Prado Perez, in Raymondville, TX.  He went to be with the Lord on July 29, 2020. He is survived by his wife Maria Emma Lopez, children; Isabel Jacquez, Yesenia Rodriguez, Cesar Jacquez, Syerra Hignojos and 10 grandchildren, stepfather; Robert Perez and stepmother, Christina Villalobos Lopez,...

Jul 27, 2020

Eladia Rodriguez of Hobbs, New Mexico passed away on Jul 27, 2020. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Jul 26, 2020

On Sunday July 26, 2020, Virginia Maria Dugan, passed away at the age of 71. Virginia was born on June 17, 1949 to Salvador and Refugio Flotte in Hobbs, NM. Virginia enjoyed spending time with her husband Gary Dugan of over 35 years. Enjoying every second, they could even if it meant shopping at her favorite stores.

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Jul 20, 2020

Jelene Epperson was born May 06, 1927, in Olney Texas.  She passed away July 20, 2020 in Hobbs N.M.  She was raised in Olney and graduated from Olney High School in 1944.

Her parents C. C. and Arie Hammond moved to Hobbs in 1946.  She married the love of her life, Jack Epperson on December 21, 1957...

Jul 17, 2020

Dean was peacefully reunited with his loving wife Bonnie on Friday, July 17, 2020.

Dean was born in Sulphur, Oklahoma on January 17, 1936 to parents Bay & Alta Sims. To all that knew Dean he was a unique, witty, and passionately loving man. He touched the lives of all who knew him.

Dean was...