Obituaries
Maria Alcon
Feb 26, 2025
Maria (Sally) Alcon, 84, passed away on February 26, 2025, at her home in Blanco, New Mexico. She was born on March 17, 1940, in Gallina, NM, to Isaac Maestas and Antonia (Antonio) Mestas. She met and married her husband Desiderio in 1959, and together they had six children: Manuel (Shelly), Ernie (Jenny), Albert, Robert, Jeff (Sheila), and Adelle (Dale)....
Michael Sickenger
Feb 26, 2025
Michael David "Dave" Sickenger passed away on Wednesday February 26th 2025 in Farmington, New Mexico. Dave was a beloved father, son, brother, uncle, and grandson. Dave was born on January 20, 1978, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was the younger of two children born to Rodney Michael and MaryAnn Sickenger. Dave is preceded in death by his dad Mike Sickenger....
Donald (Bud) Victor Basinger
Feb 25, 2025
Donald (Bud) Victor Basinger, age 65, of Fruitland, NM, passed away peacefully at home on February 25, 2025.
Bud was born on September 28, 1959, in Ruidoso, NM, to Robert S. Basinger and Emma N. Mead. He grew up in Farmington, NM, and graduated from Farmington High School in 1975. On May 24, 1980, he married the love of his life,...
Stephanie Rose Rowland
Feb 23, 2025
Stephanie came into this world ready to fight! and fight she did! she battled with seizures from a young age and braved her way through two brain surgeries.
She loved to travel with her Nana Shannon to see her papa Scott (wherever that might be!), go to work with Nana Kari, help take care of great grandpa Howell, hang out and...
Debbie Gordon
Feb 23, 2025
Debbie Kay Gordon, born on February 27, 1954, in Dallas, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on February 23, 2025. She was a devoted wife, a loving mother, an adoring grandmother, and a cherished friend whose kindness and compassion touched all who knew her. In December 2024, Debbie began to show visible signs of illness. As her condition worsened, she...
Jacqueline Lee Grove
Feb 20, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jacqueline (Jackie) Lee Bovie-Grove, who left us peacefully on February 10, 2025. Born on November 21, 1934, to Le Roy Jackson Bovie and Annabel Louise Caskey-Bovie.
Jackie was born and raised in Denver, CO where she was one of four sisters. It was there she attended West High School where...
Brigida Ann Garcia
Feb 20, 2025
Baby Brigida Ann Garcia
February 20, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our precious Baby Brigida Ann Garcia, who was born into the arms of angels on February 20, 2025. Though her time with us was brief, she was deeply loved and will forever be cherished in our hearts.
Brigida Ann is the beloved daughter of...
Larry Wayne Guffey
Feb 16, 2025
Larry W. Guffey, 77, of Bloomfield, New Mexico, passed away on February 16, 2025, in Farmington, New Mexico. Larry was born on March 6, 1947, in Greybull, Wyoming, to parents Kenneth and Patricia Guffey.
Larry was an ordained minister. He pastored the Desert Hope Primitive Baptist Church in Bloomfield. Larry was a teacher for 37 years, both in Texas and New...
Hines D. Perry
Feb 15, 2025
Hines D. Perry, 88, of Aztec, New Mexico, passed away on February 15, 2025, in Aztec, New Mexico. Hines was born on April 23, 1936, in Uvalde, Texas to parents John Perry and Julia DeHoyos.
Hines was a hardworking man who took pleasure in supporting his family. At age 11 he began working to help his mother support his younger siblings....
Murray Philip Swanson Sr.
Feb 14, 2025
Mr. Murray Philip Swanson Sr. age 69 of Farmington, New Mexico passed from this life on Friday February 14, 2025. He was born on June 5, 1955, in Raton, New Mexico to the late Wallace Leonard Swanson Sr. and Juanita Marie Chavez.
When you met Murray Swanson the first time you had made a friend for life. There was the smile...
Martha Velasquez
Feb 14, 2025
Martha Velasquez passed away on February 14, 2025 leaving behind a legacy of love, joy, and warmth that touched all who knew her. Her infectious smile and witty personality lit up every room she entered, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of those lucky enough to know her. She was a lover of dancing, crafting, and spending time with...
Lucy Sylvia Gonzales
Feb 13, 2025
Lucy Sylvia Gonzales (76), born on January 24, 1949, in Farmington, NM to Filomino and Rafelita Armenta, passed away on February 11, 2025. She was married to Ray Gonzales until his passing in 1998, a loss she carried with her every day. Lucy's heart was full of love for her four children, three grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren.
She often went out...
Randy Craig Groom
Feb 12, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Randy Craig Groom, who left us on February 12, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on September 16, 1950, in Elmira, NY to Francis Groom and Thelma Jean Wilson.
Randy graduated high school in Winslow Az. Living life on his terms, he had many adventures. Some we knew about...
John H. Bryson
Feb 11, 2025
John Horton Bryson passed away peacefully on February 11, 2025, at the age of 71. Born on December 26, 1953, in Chincoteague, Virginia to Avis Jean and David Bryson.
John loved his wife, Margo, his food, a good time, and wonderful music. John was always up for attending a music festival. John and Margo often went to music festivals together. John...
Tim Alan Emery
Feb 11, 2025
Tim Alan Emery, 58, passed away on February 11, 2025, in Aztec, NM. Tim was born and raised in Aztec, NM. He always said he went all the way around the world to end up back on the same street. Tim enjoyed many things such as hunting, fishing, going to Navajo Lake, sitting on the porch with Steve and Travis...
Wanda Gail Sheehan
Feb 11, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Wanda Gail Sheehan, who left us peacefully on February 11, 2025. Born on November 13, 1944, in Spokane, WA, to Edward and Martha (Heiydt) Scott.
In loving memory of Wanda Gail Sheehan. Beloved mother, sister, and friend to everyone she met.
After high school, Wanda joined the Army, after discharge,...
Rosa Andujo
Feb 11, 2025
Rosa Andujo, 74 of Farmington, NM., passed away on February 11, 2025. She was born August 29, 1950 in Catarinas, Chihuahua, Mexico, to Silviano Ramirez and Elvira Cornejo.
She is preceded in death by her parents Silviano Ramirez and Elvira Cornejo. Rosa is survived by her loving husband Gil Andujo;son Gilberto Andujo; daughters Almarosa Andujo and Marina Andujo; her 2 brothers;...
Robert Wayne Cole
Feb 10, 2025
Robert Wayne Cole, 80, of Farmington New Mexico, passed away on February 10th 2025. Robert was born on March 21st, 1945, in Tipton County, Indiana, to parents Howard and Elsie (Sturdivant) Cole.
Robert was commonly known by his friends as “Bob”. His profession and employments over the years included Over-the-road truck driver, minister, electronic/solar energy and computer technician. He also worked...
Louella McDonald
Feb 10, 2025
Joy (LouElla) McDonald, 71, passed away on February 10, 2025, in the comfort of her own home in Aztec, New Mexico. Born on April 12, 1953, in Farmington, New Mexico, Joy lived a life filled with hard work, kindness, and an unwavering spirit. She dedicated many years to her community as a member of the volunteer fire department. Her career...
