Obituaries

Frances Jane Proctor

Frances Jane Proctor

Jan 19, 2025

Frances Jane (Ramsey) Proctor was born November 17, 1941, in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Ken and Annie Ramsey and went to “Walk in the Garden” with Jesus on January 19, 2025, in Farmington, New Mexico.

Jane’s childhood was spent in Gran Quivira, New Mexico and while she spent most of her life in a classroom where her mother was teaching, her...

Patricia "Gayle" Brown

Patricia "Gayle" Brown

Jan 18, 2025

Patricia “Gayle” Brown, 73, of Farmington, New Mexico, passed away on January 18, 2025, in Farmington, New Mexico. Patricia was born on February 3, 1951, in Farmington, New Mexico to parents Travis Gene Jones and Patricia Louise Patterson.

Patricia loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She often went out of her way to make the holidays special for...

Jose Vicente Atencio

Jose Vicente Atencio

Jan 18, 2025

Jose “Vicente” Atencio Sr., 81, of Farmington passed away peacefully on January 18, 2025, at Holy Cross Church in Santa Cruz, New Mexico. Vicente was born on July 15, 1943, in Cebolla, New Mexico, to Antonio R. and Susie E. Atencio. He was a 1963 graduate of Tierra Amarilla High School, subsequently drafted by the United States Armed Forces and...

Joseph Richard Priddy

Joseph Richard Priddy

Jan 18, 2025

Joseph Richard Priddy (Joe) went to be with his heavenly father on Saturday, January 18, 2025. Joe was born on January 2, 1948, to Gladstone England and LaVose Priddy in Fort Stockton, Texas. He was preceded in death by his father in 1982 and his mother in 2011. He is survived by his sisters Cathy Rose and Tanya Priddy who...

Doris Litke

Doris Litke

Jan 18, 2025

Doris Lorene Litke (96) of Bloomfield, New Mexico passed peacefully from this life and into the arms of the Lord in the early morning hours of January 18th, 2025. Doris was born on October 20th 1928 to Alice and John Hickey in Meade Kansas. She was married to the love of her life, Irvin Leland Litke, on February 8th in...

Annette Hankins

Annette Hankins

Jan 15, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Annette Hankins, who left us on January 15, 2025, just days shy of her 87th birthday. Born in Ada, Oklahoma, on January 24, 1938, Annette filled her years with love, laughter, and a passion for life that inspired everyone around her.

Annette spent many years working in retail, particularly in...

Joan Mary Winters

Joan Mary Winters

Jan 15, 2025

Joan Mary Winters November 4th 1934 - January 15th 2025 . 

Joan Mary Winters 90 of Farmington New Mexico started her journey home on January 15th, 2025 

She loved her kids, her grandkids and her great grandkids with her heart and soul. 

She loved life, her dogs and her flowers. She was just a very loving person all around. But her passion was...

Margie C. Orum

Margie C. Orum

Jan 14, 2025

Margie Orum went to be with her heavenly Father. She passed away peacefully on Tuesday January 14, 2025, at the age of 89. She was born November 20, 1935, to Alex and Bernie Herrera.

Margie is preceded in death by her parents Alex and Bernie Herrera, brother Emilio Herrera, sister Isabel Muniz, her husband Don Orum, and her grandson Robert Lopez.

Margie...

Paulex Harvey Dayish

Paulex Harvey Dayish

Jan 13, 2025

Paulex Harvey Dayish, age 18 of Kirtland, New Mexico passed away on Monday January 13, 2025. Paulex was born on December 24, 2006, in Shiprock, NM to Jon Harvey Dayish and Lindsey Mari Mike. Born to Hasht ł 'ishnii, Born for Bit'ahnii.

Paulex Dayish was a unique person who was always loving and supportive. He loved his whole family and anybody...

Ramonsita Sanchez

Ramonsita Sanchez

Jan 13, 2025

Ramonsita Sanchez, 86 of Bloomfield passed on January 13, 2025.

 She was born in Farmington, NM on October 18, 1938, to Frank and Jacobita Gonzales Ramonsita attended sacred heart school. She worked for several organizations including southern union and gas, western tire and the office of the governor of NM Jerry Apodaca.

Ramonsita was preceded in death by her father Frank and...

Blake Allen Bolen

Blake Allen Bolen

Jan 12, 2025

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved Blake Bolen. Born in Farmington, NM, on March 31, 1988, to Peggy and Kenneth Bolen, Blake was 36 years old when he was called back to heaven on Sunday evening, January 12, 2025.

Blake lived a fiery and passionate life, always with the help of his mama’s...

Dennie Dale Stahle

Dennie Dale Stahle

Jan 12, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dennie Dale Stahle, 92, of Bloomfield, NM, on January 12, 2025. He led an active and long life. 

Dennie began his life in Pangburn, Arkansas, on February 25, 1932. He moved to Carlsbad, NM, at a young age. He worked at U.S. Potash Mines for many years then finished his...

Bonnie Ann Blackledge

Bonnie Ann Blackledge

Jan 9, 2025

Bonnie Ann Blackledge ( Wood ) of Farmington N.M. passed away peacefully at the age of 89, on January 9th 2025. She was born October 2nd 1935 and was preceded in death by her parents Bessie and Burleson Wood.

Bonnie is survived by her husband Carl ( Bob ) Blackledge, Betty Jean Farley ( sister ) of Farmington N.M.; Bill Wood...

James Rex Doss Jr.

James Rex Doss Jr.

Jan 9, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that our family announces the passing of James Rex Doss Jr. On January 9, 2025, at the age of 69, James passed away peacefully at home with his loving family by his side. James was born October 29, 1955, to Rex King and Agnes Williams in Albuquerque, NM. In his early childhood years, his family...

Robert Lee Organ Sr.

Robert Lee Organ Sr.

Jan 5, 2025

Robert Lee Organ Sr., 66, of Farmington, New Mexico, passed away on January 5, 2025. Robert was born on June 25, 1958, in San Bernardino, California, to Robert Organ and Mary Ann Jeffers.

He was a man of many talents, artistic, charismatic, and a friend to many. His charm and creativity left an impression on those who knew him, his circle...

Diana Lynne Moody

Diana Lynne Moody

Jan 4, 2025

Diana Lynne Moody, 62, of Farmington, New Mexico, passed away on January 4, 2025, in Aztec, New Mexico. Diana was born on December 2, 1962, in Farmington, New Mexico, to parents Delbert & Thelma Wilson.

Diana was a beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Auntie, Sister, friend, and true Child of God. Diana had a compassionate heart. Reached out to those who needed...

John Tully Cumer Jr.

John Tully Cumer Jr.

Jan 4, 2025

John Tully Cumer, Jr., was born on November 16, 1969, in Pittsburgh PA and peacefully went to Heaven on January 4, 2025, in Farmington NM at the age of 55.

 John grew up in Pittsburgh and attended Hampton High School and the University of Pittsburgh. His career was dedicated to the car business which consisted of various states: Florida, Nebraska, Mississippi,...

Machelle Lynn Hunt

Machelle Lynn Hunt

Jan 4, 2025

Machelle Lynn Hunt was called home on January 4, 2025, at the age of 55. Born in Farmington, New Mexico, on August 25, 1969, she was the daughter of Raymond George Hunt and Lucille Ann Hunt.

She is survived by her son, Brandon Hunt; daughter, Ashley Fourr; son-in-law, Brady Fourr; and her grandchildren, Greyson, Larkyn, and Jackson, who affectionately referred to...

Virginia Joe Lee

Virginia Joe Lee

Jan 3, 2025

Virginia Joe Lee, 92, of Farmington, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on August 2, 1932, in Best, Texas to Joe and Elizabeth Christesson, Virginia was the eldest of eight daughters. She graduated from Breckenridge High School in 1950 then furthered her education at Draughon’s Business College in Abilene, Texas.

She married James...

Bill Arenas

Bill Arenas

Jan 3, 2025

Mr. Bill Arenas, age 70 of Aztec, NM passed away on Friday January 3, 2025. Bill was born on July 11, 1954, to Paul Raul Arenas and Maria De La Cruz Arenas-Haws. In 1972 he met the love of his life Sally Martinez while attending a dance. They were then married on December 22, 1973. From there they built their...