Obituaries

Antonio Medena, Jr.

Apr 18, 2024

"Antonio Medena Jr. 79, entered eternal rest on 4/18/2024. He was born to Antonio Medena and Esperanza Medena on February 12, 1945. He is survived by Lilia Medena spouse children Jimmy Medena deceased, Joe Manuel Carrasco, Amy Serna, brothers Jose Medena, Juan Medena deceased, he was blessed with 5 grandchildren Nathan Medena, Nina Medena, Bridget Mitch, Bryan Carrasco, Brendan Carrasco,...

Isidro J. Molina

Apr 17, 2024

Isidro Jaime Molina, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2024. He leaves behind a legacy of love, creativity, and boundless affection for his family with many cherished memories.

Born on October 4,1953, Jaime embraced life with an adventurous spirit from an early age and a determination to do things his way. His love for exploration wasn't limited...

Bennie Gaddy

Apr 15, 2024

Bennie Lee Gaddy, 73, left this earth on April 15, 2024.  Bennie was born to James and Marion Gaddy in Alabama on April 5, 1951.   He attended Hobbs High where he graduated in 1970.  He was married to the love of his life, Phyllis Talbot.  They were married 52 years.

Bennie worked for the Hobbs News Sun about 50 years,...

Bonnie Daugherty

Apr 11, 2024

Bonnie Daugherty, 69, passed away peacefully in her home on April 10th, 2024. Bonnie was born October 15th, 1954, in Hobbs, NM to Erwin and Rheta Johnson who precede her in death. She is survived by her 3 brothers: Erwin Johnson, Eric Johnson, and Wayman Johnson. She is also survived by her daughter and 2 sons: Nicole Johnson, James Johnson,...

Eric Luevano

Apr 11, 2024

Eric Luevano, 49, of Hobbs, NM passed away on April 11th, 2024, after a tragic car accident.

Eric was born in Hobbs, NM to Elias (BB) and Carmen Luevano on November 8, 1974. He was a loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle, friend, coach and so much more to so many.

He grew up and graduated from Lovington High...

Thomas Salb

Apr 10, 2024

On April 10, 2024, Thomas Joseph Salb Jr., Ph. D., passed away in Lubbock, Texas, after a lengthy illness.  The youngest of three children, Tom was born to Elizabeth Anne (McGee) and Thomas Joseph Salb Sr. on July 12, 1948, in Washington, DC.  The Salb family moved from Washington, DC, to Albuquerque, New Mexico, the following year.  Tom was raised...

Maria Limas

Apr 10, 2024

 Maria Limas was born on October 1, 1958, in San Luis del Cordero, Durango. Daughter of Sixta and Cirilo Jimenez. She had 7 brothers and sisters, one of whom passed away back in 2008. She was married to Pilar Limas on August 17, 1975, and was close to celebrating their 50th anniversary. They have 4 daughter Maria Lucina Limas, Maria...

Patricia Jackson

Apr 6, 2024

Patricia Jackson, 79 passed away peacefully surrounded by her family and favorite caregiver Kristin on April 6th, 2024.

Patricia was born on April 18, 1944 in Hobbs, NM, to Charlie and Stella Gray. She is survived by her daughter Erin Irwin and husband Daniel; Kelly Van Voltenburg and husband Bruce; son Scott Critchfield and husband Kiet Chu; brother Roger Gray...

Joanna "Jodie" Day

Apr 1, 2024

Joanna "Jodie" L. Day was born April 16, 1968, in Seminole, Tx to Joe H. and Nona Matthews. After living a short time in Tatum, NM the family moved to Hobbs where Jodie lived until her passing on April 1, 2024.

Jodie married her soulmate Jeff Day on March 11, 1991, and they had a wonderful thirty-three-year marriage together....

Roberto Mendias, Jr.

Apr 1, 2024

             Roberto Vasquez Mendias, Jr., passed away on Monday April 1st, 2024, in Hobbs NM.

              He was born in Marfa, TX on January 20, 1944, to Roberto Mendias Sr and Michaela Vasquez Mendias. Robert was raised in Pecos, TX, he was an avid musician and bass player in Pecos’s...

Ray Berta

Apr 1, 2024

Ray Van Berta, 61 of Hobbs, NM passed away on April 1, 2024. He joined the love of his life, Micky Baker-Berta, on their wedding anniversary.

Ray was born on April 11, 1962, to Alan and Jean Berta in Kermit, TX.

Ray enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, camping, riding the Sandhills and Trails on his Razor...

Bobby Raulston

Mar 28, 2024

Bobby Ray Raulston, 55 was born May 13, 1968, to parents Ronnie and Velda Raulston in Hobbs, NM. He passed away on March 28, 2024 in Hobbs at his home. He was the 4th out of their 5 children. Sisters: Cynthia and Beverly, and Brothers: David and Troy. His parents instilled in them the importance of going to church. together...

Cora Hicks

Mar 27, 2024

Cora Helen Hicks, 86 passed away peacefully on March 27, 2024, surrounded by family. She leaves behind her daughter Kim Savage and husband Tony, grandsons Justin White and his girlfriend Courtney, Richard Hicks and girlfriend Daneila, Johnny Hicks and Christopher Collier. Granddaughters Kristal Hicks and wife Megan, and Kamy Morgan. Great grandkids Kinley, Kamry, Benltey, Connor and Belinda

Her beloved...

Deryl Brown

Mar 26, 2024

In loving memory: Deryl Dwayne Brown, 84 of Eunice, NM.

Deryl Dwayne Brown, 84 born on February 5, 1940, in Gorman, Texas to Corbett Copeland Brown and Katherine Fay Daniels went peacefully to be with the Lord, after a lengthy illness on Tuesday March 26, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones.

Dwayne lived a full and vibrant life,...

Catherine Gray

Mar 26, 2024

Cathy Gray, 55, of Hobbs, passed away Tuesday March 26th after a lengthly illness.

Cathy was born in Hobbs on February 6th 1969. Cathy spent more than 20 years doing what she loved most, teaching pre school at Mother Goose. she enjoyed shaping the minds and abilities 3 and 4 year olds for years.

Cathy is survived by her husband Bo for...

Jeri Osborn

Mar 26, 2024

Geraldine "Jeri" Osborn, passed into the arms of her Savior after a prolonged illness, surrounded by her family at home on March 26th, 2024, in Hobbs, New Mexico. She was born in Wink, Texas on May 7th, 1935.

She was preceded in death by her father, James Bryant and mother, Nadine Owen and son, Jayme Terrell, daughter Jana Beth Wood, a...

Joyce Lynn Henson

Mar 21, 2024

Jodi Henson, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on March 21, 2024, in Hobbs, New Mexico. She was born on August 10, 1961, and lived a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories.

Jodi was preceded in death by her loving parents, Joyce and Ray Edmiston. She is survived by her son, Jimmy Henson, his wife Michelle, and...

Russell E. Lam

Mar 21, 2024

Russell E. Lam of Hobbs, NM passed away March 21, 2024, at Covenant Medical Center in Lubbock, TX.

Russell was born during the Spanish flu pandemic on May 9, 1919, in Stet (Ray County), MO to Ervin and Nannie (Clemens) Lam.  He was the oldest of four brothers.  Baptized in the Brethren Church in Stet, MO, he later converted to the...

Wanda Young

Mar 20, 2024

Wanda Joy Young (Darnell) 85, of Hobbs, passed away March 20, 2024, at UMC Hospital in Lubbock, TX.

Wanda was born January 4, 1939, to Jess & Elsie Darnell in Waldron, Arkansas.

She was one of 7 children born to the Darnell’s. Her siblings included J.C. Darnell, J.B. Darnell, Cleo Lasiter, infant sister Lillie Maxine Darnell, Bonnie Essman, and Glen Darnell.

Wanda is...

Alton Ply

Mar 18, 2024

Alton "Craig" Ply, 64, of Hobbs, New Mexico passed away on Monday, March 18, 2024 following a car crash. Craig was born in Hobbs, New Mexico on July 1, 1959, but grew up in Denver City, Texas. Craig was a Hot Oiler and worked in the oilfield for more than 46 years. He happily semi-retired and worked for McBride Supplies...