Obituaries
Frank Schreiner
Jan 6, 2024
Frank Ora Schreiner, lifelong golfer, passed away peacefully in Bloomfield, NM on January 6, 2024, following a brief hospitalization in Farmington, NM. He was 83.
Born January 31, 1940 in Norfolk, NE, the second child of oral surgeon Dr. OC Schreiner ("Doc") and homemaker and painter Cleo (Sprague) Schreiner, "Tim" as he was known then, excelled at football, basketball and...
Janet A. Gilbert Bell
Jan 4, 2024
Janet A. Gilbert Bell, 71, passed away on January 4, 2024, in Farmington, New Mexico.
Janet was born December 29, 1952, at Portsmouth, Ohio, and had two lovely daughters, Brenda Isley and Shalimar Miller.
On September 4, 1998, she married Dale E. Bell in Las Vegas, Nevada. They lived in Farmington, New Mexico, where she traveled with her husband’s work and helped...
Jessie Bowden
Jan 4, 2024
Jessie Dwight Bowden 92, entered the gates of heaven on January 4, 2024, surrounded by his family.Dwight was born on September 19, 1931 in Cherry Hills Arkansas., to Jess Bowden and Rosie E Davis.Dwight grew up in Mena Arkansas. He joined the Navy in 1948 and served 4 years in the Navy during Korean War.Dwight was a Conservation Officer with...
Edwin Wolfard
Jan 2, 2024
Edwin Atlee Wolfard, 71, resident of Bloomfield New Mexico passed away at his home January 2nd, 2024 due to heart complications. He was born in Rawlins, Wyoming on January 28th, 1952 to his father Ronald Henry Wolfard, and mother Dorthy Louise Wolfard of Encampment, Wyoming. Ed grew up on the family ranch enjoying Wyoming culture and the ranch life. Ed...
Carolyn Schaffer
Dec 31, 2023
Carolyn passed away quietly at San Juan Regional Medical Center after a short illness, December 31st.
Her parents, Oscar and Edna Ernst welcomed her as the youngest of their 6 children, February 15, 1940. She was born in Kiefer, Oklahoma and lived in Sapulpa, Oklahoma with her parents and siblings until job transfers would take them to Eunice, and eventually...
Frances Wright
Dec 31, 2023
Frances June Wright born June 8, 1947, was joined with her heavenly family on December 31, 2023. Frankie, as she was better known, was preceded in death by her parents Frank and Fern Reidhead, sisters Lou Reidhead, and Sheila Ball. Frankie is survived by her partner in life, Guy Linder, sisters Shirley Duffy and Rita Dunbar, children Harold Watts, Gari...
Chance Robert David Perkins
Dec 29, 2023
In Loving Memory of Chance Robert David Perkins
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Chance Robert David Perkins, a cherished soul who departed this life on December 29, 2023, in Bloomfield, New Mexico.
Born on November 23, 1983, to Vicki Lattin and Glen Perkins, Chance leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unforgettable moments.
Chance...
Mary Ruth Robinson
Dec 26, 2023
Mary Ruth Robinson of Farmington, NM, passed away peacefully, December 26, 2023. She was born on June 5, 1935, to Leven and Blanche Mason in Union County, NM. She attended schools in Sedan, NM where she met her future husband, Ralph Robinson. They were married in Camp Pendleton, CA, where Ralph was serving in the Marine Corp. Ralph and Mary...
James Christensen
Dec 24, 2023
James "Allen" Christensen 66, Farmington, NM. Born on October 27, 1957,in Gallup, NM to Delbert Allen Christensen and Ruth Ann Pullen. He gained his wings on December 24, 2023.
Preceded in death by father Delbert, Mother Ruth Ann, and great grandparents Daniel and Kathryn Christensen.
Survived by wife of 47 years Verna Christensen, 2 sons Ryen (Christy) Christensen Daniel (Diana)...
Connie Krivanek
Dec 23, 2023
Connie Mack Krivanek was born to Millard Frank Krivanek and Emma Elizabeth Svoboda Krivanek on Aug. 14, 1936, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He was named after the famed baseball manager Connie Mack, as his father was a baseball player (this was long before the Farmington tournament would also be named in the manager's honor).
Connie grew up in Oklahoma City...
Mary Louise Richardson
Dec 23, 2023
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Mary Richardson, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, cousin and friend, who left us peacefully on December 23, 2023, at the age of 87.
Born in Nucla, Colorado on August 21, 1936, to Oliver and Florence Miller, Mary's life was a testament to her unwavering faith and the deep love she held...
Betty Fahrion
Dec 22, 2023
Betsy Fahrion, age 89, of Farmington, New Mexico, passed away on December 22, 2023. She was born in Durango, CO, to Bennie Martinez and Ray G. Martinez.
Our mother wanted us to thank those she treasured as friends for making her life fulfilling and being there for her when she needed them the most. Mom loved her sweetheart, Bill, with...
Janet Louise La Selle
Dec 20, 2023
Janet Louise Clark was born to Thomas Patrick Clark and Audrey Gates Clark on May 17, 1948, in Denver Colorado. She was the oldest of three children and is survived by one brother Robert who lives in Albuquerque. Robert followed his father’s trade as a homebuilder and is now retired. Her younger brother, Michael Shane passed away in 2005....
Derek Gagnebin
Dec 20, 2023
Derek Aaron Gagnebin, 36, of Farmington, NM., passed away on December 20, 2023. He was born on July 6, 1987, in Farmington, NM., to his loving parents Mike Gagnebin and Pam Gathings.Derek was known for his love and kindness towards everyone he met. His warm heart and genuine nature touched the lives of many, leaving an indelible mark on those...
Alfonso Elevto Garcia
Dec 19, 2023
Alfonso E. Garcia, Sr, was born on March 16, 1933, in northern Taos to Christobal and Celina Archuleta Garcia. By the time he was three, he had two younger siblings. His mother was pregnant with their fourth child when she tragically succumbed to pneumonia. Al and his siblings (Magdalena and Meliton) had extremely close relationships throughout their lives. They were raised by...
Louis Dean Hall Jr
Dec 18, 2023
Louis Dean Hall Jr, 55, of Bloomfield, NM, has passed from this life on December 18, 2023. Louis was born on November 17, 1968, in Ephrata, WA where he spent a brief portion of his childhood. When he was in kindergarten his parents and 4 siblings moved to Bloomfield, NM. This is where he attended grade school and played...
Eluid Sandoval
Dec 18, 2023
There is a road in life we must travel alone, and sadly that time has come.
We enjoyed the time we had together. It seems for only a short while.
No more pain, no more sorrow, only a better tomorrow.
It's only for awhile that we must part. We will bless the memories with our heart., and so it goes...
Reginald Allen Yagle
Dec 18, 2023
Reginald A. Yagle age 80 of Farmington, New Mexico passed from this life on December 18, 2023. He was born to Rita Phylis Gauthier and Kenneth Carl Yagle on June 8, 1943, in Traverse City, MI. Reginald was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and best friend. Everyone who met him became his friend. He had a great sense of humor no...
Manuel Nockai Weahkee
Dec 18, 2023
Manuel Nockai Weahkee entered into this World on June 2, 2001, and passed on from this life on December 18, 2023. He is preceded in death by his son Julian Nockai Weahkee. Manuel is survived by his daughter Juniper Gallegos.
Manuel grew up in Blanco, New Mexico, you could find him outside every day. Hunting and fishing in the pond...
Ruben Ezechiel Gonzales
Dec 18, 2023
Ruben E. Gonzales was born near Trinidad, Colorado in 1939. Ruben grew up in Trinidad, graduated from Trinidad High School, and earned an associate degree at Trinidad State College. He continued his education at Adams State in Alamosa, earning BS and MS degrees in education. Ruben married Mona Gay Swift and they moved to the Farmington area in 1963. ...
