Laura Louise English Arrington, 89, passed to her Heavenly reward March 26, 2020, in Farmington, NM. A longtime resident of Freeport and Lake Jackson, Texas, Laura resided the last 12 years in Tucson, Ariz., then Farmington. Born April 7, 1930, in Corsicana, Texas, to parents Edgar and Eva Sylvester English, Laura moved at age 12 with her family from the State Home in Corsicana to cramped, muddy Camp Chemical so her father could help build Dow Chemical during World War II. They later lived...

Jesus Alba-Contreraz (71), of Bloomfield, NM, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2020. He was born to Irineo Alba and Guadalupe Contreraz de Alba on June 4, 1948 Colonia 20 de Noviembre, Zacatecas, Mexico. He was the fourth of seven children to Irineo and Guadalupe; Narciso, Juan, Cruz, Jesus, Pablo, Alfredo, and Francisco. He married Gabriela Vasquez de Alba on January 6, 1970 and had just celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. Together they had six children; Natalio, Lucino, Angela...

Dr. James C. Henderson age 87, of Farmington, New Mexico passed away March 17, 2020 in Farmington after a long battle with Alzheimer’s.  He was born to Dewey and Vina Henderson in Durango, Colorado on March 13, 1933.  James was an Army veteran enlisting on April 2, 1953 and honorably discharged on March 16, 1955. James married Tycie Jameson on February 5, 1956.  They traveled many miles together over the next 64 years.  Starting out in Ajo, Arizona, they moved to...

Donald R. Pollard peacefully transitioned on March 16, 2020, in Farmington, New Mexico with his family, beloved nurses and caregivers easing his journey. We are forever grateful for the many caregivers that loved him and cared for him with grace and dignity, during this time. He was born in Long Beach, California, October 19, 1932. Don served his country in the United States Marine Corp during the Korean War. As a young soldier he provided radio connection for his unit to the front lines....

Brian Linward Burns passed away on March 15, 2020 after a 6 month battle with cancer. He was born on January 9th, 1973 in Silver City New Mexico to Robert “Bobby” Dale Burns and Leta Ann (Goldston) Burns. The family, to include brother Kevin Burns, lived in Tyrone, New Mexico. The family later moved to property near Silver City where Brian grew up and attended Silver Schools. Brian loved cooking, chemistry and being outside as child. He was active in 4-H and later participated in...

Randall C. Roberts went home to be with the Lord on Monday, March 9th 2020. He was born on September 16, 1953, in Oklahoma and moved to Farmington in 1961. He met his wife, Sandy, in 1971 and they wed in 1972. Randy is preceeded in death by his father, Ewel Roberts. He is survived by his wife, Sandy, children, Tony (Kimberly) Roberts and Mandi (Curt) Williams, mother, Pauline Roberts, brother, Lindy (Kathy) Roberts and grandchildren, Tonie Baylie and Paola Roberts, Ashleight Petrie, and...

Thomas E. Ashley, 78, of Farmington, passed away on March 9th. He was born on September 26, 1941 in Farmington to William and Alletta Ashley. We lost one great man! Our fishing buddy has gone to a big lake in the sky. Tom had a great life, starting his career in the electrical field along side his dad when he was 16 years old. He married the love of his life, Susan in 1966, they were blessed with two children. He also took in two step-daughters and raised them as his own. He loved them all...

Steven Alan West, born February 20, 1954, quietly left this earth March 9, 2020 and reunited in heaven with his parents, GT and Lequetta West. He graduated from Kirtland Central High School. Steve worked in the TX oil patch, was a security guard at PNM and a caregiver to his grandmothers and parents. Steve was artistic, liked dancing, playing pool, wearing hats, sweet tea and motorcycles. His love of riding was only surpassed by his love for his mother. She was his best friend and he missed...

Charlene Cole, 83, of Farmington passed away Saturday, March 7, 2020 at SJRMC with her husband, Dr. Rosser R. Cole, holding her hand. Charlene was born on October 31, 1936, in Henryetta, Oklahoma, the daughter of the late Charles L. and Helen K. (Bodzek) Blackmon. Charlene was a 1954 graduate of Henryetta High School where she was a majorette in the State Champion band. She earned her RN degree from Mercy Hospital in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma in 1957, and worked several years as a public...

Becky Washburn, 79, beloved wife, mother, a grandmother, sister and friend passed from this life on March 5, 2020, in Farmington, NM. She was born in Los Angeles, California, to Gerald and Cleo Jenkins. Much of her childhood was spent in California. Her family later settled in Aztec, New Mexico, where she attended junior high and high school. After graduating from high school Becky received training to become a reading tutor, a position that she held for 17 years. She also enjoyed a...