Obituaries

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...

Jul 12, 2020

Clara Lomax, 95, beloved Mother, was called to her eternal resting place on July 12, 2020. She entered this world on August 7, 1924 in Dewar, OK. Born to Warren Arthur and Mary Mae Turner. Preceding her in death was her loving husband of 72 years Richard Lomax. Clara and Richard Lomax moved to Hobbs, NM in 1953.

Jul 10, 2020

Ronnie was born February 26, 1961 and passed away July 10, 2020.  He was the younger brother of Debra and Dawni Nelson.  He was the uncle of Lilli and Jay Nelson. His loving parents, Ronald J. and Dianne Nelson, preceded him in death.

Ronnie resided in Hobbs throughout his life. He enjoyed being in the mountains and...

Jul 9, 2020

Robert L. Turner, 81, born on March 23, 1939, was a kind and loving man. He was a grateful son and grandson, a generous brother, a faithful uncle, a good neighbor, and a trusting friend. But to Ella M. Turner, he was that adoring man she met more than six decades ago, who spent 61 years as a husband...

Jul 2, 2020

On Thursday July 2, 2020, Alfred Woods, passed away suddenly at the age of 74.  Alfred was born on March 17, 1946 to Fred and Willie Woods in Kermit, TX.  He graduated from Pyote High School in 1964.  He enlisted in the Army in 1967 and was Honorably Discharged in 1971. After his service in the Army he worked...

Jun 28, 2020

Carolyn Sue Price, 79, passed away peacefully in her home in Hobbs, NM on Sunday June 28. She was born April 28, 1941 in Midland, TX to Carroll and Juanita LaDuque.  She married

Otis L Price Jr. September 13, 1959 in Seminole, TX.

Those left to cherish her memory are her son Otis Price, daughter...

Jun 26, 2020

William D. “Bill”Boerger, 79 passed away Friday, June 26, 2020 in Lubbock Texas, at Crown Point Health Suites.  Bill was born in New Braunfels, Texas on February 10, 1941 to Daniel and Anna Boerger.  Bill worked for the Hobbs News Sun from 1960 to 1968.  He then became partners in the Hobbs Donut Center and after a couple of...