JERRY DON CLAYTON On Saturday, January 16, 2021, Jerry Don Clayton, child of God, loving husband, and father of two children, passed away at age 82 from complications due to COVID-19. Jerry was born on December 26, 1938 in Olney, Texas to Gilbert and Celia (Brumley) Clayton. In 1956, Jerry was selected to attend the United States Congressional Page High School in Washington, D.C. He graduated in 1957. Jerry continued his education at Colorado School of Mines and Midwestern State University...

    Joyce Alene Butts, formerly of Craig, Colorado, died January 15, 2021 in Farmington, New Mexico. She was 89 years old. A viewing was held at the Farmington Funeral Home on January 18. She is to be buried in the family plot in Iowa Park, Texas, on Saturday, January 23.    Joyce was born on May 10, 1931, in Iowa Park, Texas. She was the second child of Guthrie Brannon “Gus” Young and Minta Lou “Billie” Kight Young. She had an older brother,...

8/6/1966-1/15/2021 Jeffery Wayne Lock passed away peacefully in his sleep after a long battle with kidney disease. He went home to be with our Lord. He lived a full life with family and friends. He dedicated his days to the love of his life, his son, Jeremy. Jeff was one of the kindest and funniest people you’d ever meet. He loved going to church, spending time with family and playing golf. He is preceded in death by his father, Bill Lock. He is survived by his son, Jeremy Lock, mother...

Jerry Big John, 80, of Shiprock, NM passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 10, 2021 in Shiprock, NM.  Jerry was born on May 1, 1940, in Aneth, UT, into the Kin Łichíi’nii (Redhouse Clan), born for Bit’ahnii (Folded Arms People Clan).  He worked for Phillips Petroleum for 36 years then went to work in the Uranium mines. He was one of 4 children born to the late Big John and Elaine Sckeezy and was the beloved husband of Louise John for over 24 years. Jerry will...

Joseph P. Corrales, 66, of Farmington, NM was called to be with our Lord on January 11, 2021. Joseph was a beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle, god-father, and grandfather. Joseph was preceded in death by his mother Lucy Corrales, special nephew/ God-son Matthew Corrales, grandparents Epifanio and Susanna Arellano, Thomas and Victoria Corrales, and mother-in-law Ruth Yazzie. Joseph was raised in Gallina, NM. Joseph was an avid fisherman, loved spending time with his family. Joseph...

Marcus Titus Aloysuis, age 29, of Farmington, NM passed away on January 9, 2021.  The funeral service will be held Friday, January 15, 2021 at CopperRidge Church. Pastor Arnold Ellison will be officiating. Service will be held at 8:30am, and Viewing will be at 9:30am @ CopperRidge Church. Burial will follow the funeral at Memory Gardens Cemetery @ 11:00am. Funeral Arrangements are being handled by Farmington Funeral Home. Marcus was born in Shiprock,NM on June 16, 1991. He...

Sammy J. Bingham, age 81 Date of Birth:  2/14/39 Date of Death: 1/7/21   Sammy Bingham was born in Spur, Texas to Alfie (Penny) and Mildred Bingham.  The oldest of 7 children, Sammy grew up in Albuquerque and Farmington. Sammy married Donna Sheets on August 1, 1959 in Farmington, New Mexico and they were married for 61 years.  Sammy was preceded in death by his parents and his younger brother Jack.  He is survived by Donna and their four children, Garry Bingham...

Glendale Lee Rainwater, 90, of Aztec, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 7, 2021.  Born March 10, 1930 to James and Julia Mann in Bristow, Oklahoma, Glendale was better known to friends and family as Glenna.  Growing up as one of the youngest of sixteen siblings, life was not always easy.  Their father passed when Glenna was just nine years old, and every family member worked hard to help with financial and family burdens.  The family struggles did not hinder...

Ray Phelps was a caring partner, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great-grandfather, and friend. He left this world peacefully on January 4, 2020 at age 92 to join his Savior. He was cherished by all whom knew him. Ray is survived by his daughters Terry and Katrina, his 12 grandchildren, 33 great grandchildren, and 5 great-great- grandchildren. He was born to parents Henry and Bessie Phelps on June 2, 1928. After graduating from high school, Ray joined the Army and served...

On Dec 31, 2020 Retha F. Elsesser (Rich) passed away after a short battle with cancer. She left the Tiffin, Ohio area to live her daughter in Farmington, New Mexico in 2019. Born January 7, 1937 to Buford and Bessie Rich or westbrook, Texas. She married John A. Elsesser Sr. in 1955 and he preceded her in death in 1983. She is survived by four siblings, Agatha King, Cleburne Rich, James Rich, and Gary Don Rich all of Texas.  Also surviving her are four children, Carol Martinez,...