Obituaries

Dorothy Jeanette Nichols

Mar 23, 2025

Dorothy Jeanette Nichols, 85, of Farmington, New Mexico, passed away on March 23, 2025, in Farmington, New Mexico. Jeanette was born on February 19, 1940, in Blanchard, Oklahoma, to parents Dezmer F. “Slim” Harris and Dorothy D. Harris (Freeman).

Jeanette graduated from Roswell High School in 1957 and moved to Farmington shortly after graduation. In 1960 she met and married the...

Josephine Ipock

Mar 23, 2025

Josephine (Jo) Ipock passed away peacefully on March 23, 2025 at the age of 94.

She was born on February 8, 1931 in Grayville, Illinois to Harry and Bessie Daugherty, the third of five daughters. She married John Ipock, September 3, 1955 and they relocated to Farmington NM in 1962.

Jo spent many years as a secretary for W.M. Gallaway Oil and...

Joy Sue Wells

Mar 23, 2025

Joy Sue Giovengo Wells, aged 71, of Kirtland, NM, in San Juan County, passed away on Sunday March 23, 2025. Joy was the youngest child born to Johnnie Giovengo Sr. and Pearl (Oldaker) Giovengo in Carlsbad, NM. She grew up on a farm in Eddy County, NM. Joy had a unique heritage of Italian, Dutch, and Irish. She enjoyed being...

Louis Benedicto Gallegos

Mar 22, 2025

Louis (Louie) Benedicto Gallegos, born May 24, 1934, at Durango, Colorado, was the eldest son of John F. and Clara Gallegos. He was followed by Jim, Chris. Theresa, Sam, Richard, Rosalie (Judy) and Lorraine. The family lived in various towns in the southwest corner of Colorado, including Durango, Silverton, Allison and Montrose. Louie loved and always spoke fondly of his...

David Ragsdale Biggs

Mar 21, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved, Husband, Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather David Ragsdale Biggs, who peacefully passed away at home on March 21st, 2025, at the age of 72 with his beloved wife by his side.

David was born on July 29th, 1952, in Chillicothe, Ohio to William F Biggs and Eleanor Tiffin...

Lucille Ann Hunt

Mar 21, 2025

Lucille Wauneka-Hunt passed March 21,2025 at San Juan Region Medical Center. Born September 15,1938 in Kin Dah Łichíí ʼ/ Kinichee Arizona to Charley and Nazba' Wauneka. Lucille moved to the Four Corners where her and husband Slim owned and operated Sweet Meat in Waterflow New Mexico, where they raised 13 Children. She is proceeded in death by husband Raymond "Slim"...

Alana Harkins

Mar 21, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Ms. Alana Harkins, who left us peacefully on March 21, 2025 at the age of 76.

Alana (Gregory) Harkins, born on February 9, 1949, embodied kindness, generosity, and strength. She selflessly devoted her life to her family. She touched the lives of everyone with her generosity, warm...

Amy Rowse

Mar 19, 2025

Amy "Erin" Rowse, 52 of Farmington, NM., passed away March 19, 2025. She was born December 28, 1972 in Friona, TX., to Wayne and Marla Baker.

She worked in the area as a medical assistant for San Juan Regional and then at Farmington Family practice, in the last year or so she stayed as a homemaker. She loved country music and...

Harriet Ann Dame

Mar 17, 2025

Harriet Ann Dame, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 81 on Monday, March 17th, 2025. She was born to “Tex” and LaVern Ford in San Angelo, Texas on November 9th, 1943.

Harriet earned her bachelor’s degree in education from the University of New Mexico. She had a successful career as an educator before...

John Wilson Eaton

Mar 16, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Wilson Eaton, 79, of Farmington, NM on March 16, 2025. John was born in Farmington, NM on June 1, 1945, to Alfred and Margaret Eaton. John was Tó dích'ii'ii, born for Hooghan łani, his maternal grandfather's are Bit'ahnii and his paternal grandfathers’ are Tó Aheedlíínii.

John, also known as...

Jeremy Lopez

Mar 14, 2025

Jeremy Matthew Lopez, 33, of Farmington, NM., passed away on March 14, 2025. He was born October 9, 1991 in Farmington, NM. to Christopher (Toby) Lopez, Sr. and Angelica Marie Lopez.

Jeremy was an outdoors man who especially loved fishing. In his younger days you could always find him fishing along the river with his dad, grandpa, and brother. Jeremy also...

Roberta Catherine Kerr

Mar 13, 2025

Roberta Catherine Kerr, age 59, of Farmington, NM, passed away on March 13, 2025. She was born on March 23, 1965, in Grants, NM, to Robert and Theresa Martinez.

Roberta loved doing arts and crafts and gardening, and she was always planting flowers. She had a huge fish tank that she always took care of. Roberta was always a hard worker,...

Edith Whitecrow

Mar 13, 2025

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Edith Whitecrow, who left us on March 13, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on December 25, 1950, in Tohatchi, NM to Ben Thomas Sr. and Mary M. Thomas.

Edith is known for touching the lives of all who knew her with her jolly, happy spirit, unconditional support,...

Patricia Ann Vaughn

Mar 12, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Patricia Ann Vaughn, 77, of Bloomfield, NM. She passed away on March 12, 2025, in Farmington, NM. Patricia was born on December 2, 1947, in Maxwell, NM, to Tom and Mollie Mitchell.

Patricia dedicated 30 years of her life as a substance abuse counselor, a career she deeply loved. After retiring, she spent...

Thomas Evans

Mar 8, 2025

Thomas "Tommy" Dale Evans, 89, of Farmington, New Mexico, passed away on March 8, 2025. Born on November 24, 1935 in Ryan, Oklahoma to Thelma and Ernest Evans.

Tommy lived a full and remarkable life. He was a man of dedication, hard work, and humor. He was known for his entrepreneurial spirit and an unrelenting work ethic that served...

Karen Sue Sherman

Mar 8, 2025

Karen Sue Sherman, aged 78, passed away on March 8, 2025, in Farmington, NM. Born on September 7, 1946, Karen lived a life marked by her deep love for her family, a passion for singing, and a career dedicated to bookkeeping.

Karen was a vibrant and opinionated individual who brought joy to those around her. She was not shy about sharing...

Charles Mills Turner

Mar 8, 2025

Charles Mills Turner of Aztec, NM, passed away on Saturday, March 8, 2025. He was 92.

Memorialization will be by cremation.

Visitation will be held at the First Baptist Church, Aztec, NM, on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at noon, followed by a memorial service at 1:00 p.m. The service will be conducted by his nephew, Daryle Perry, from Oklahoma.

Charles was born on...

Dion Darryl Bekis

Mar 7, 2025

Dion Darryl Bekis, 60, of Farmington, New Mexico, passed away on March 7, 2025, in Farmington, New Mexico. Dion was born on December 24, 1964, to Judith Bedonie.

Dion enjoyed many things in life. He was an avid Harley Davidson rider, he loved to go walking, he also enjoyed farming, sheep camp, reading his daily newspaper, and he was an Army...

Roberta Adela Sanchez

Mar 6, 2025

Our beloved Roberta Adela Sanchez known as “Bobbie,” was called home to The Lord on March 6th, 2025, at the age of 56. She was born on September 23rd, 1968, in Farmington.

Bobbie had an unshakable presence and was a light to those around her. She adored her family and friends and was very close to her immediate family. During her...

Shyann Francine Gallegos

Mar 5, 2025

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Shyann Francine Gallegos, 40, of Bloomfield, NM, on March 5, 2025. Shyann was born in Durango, CO, to Simon and Debbie Gallegos on October 16, 1984.

Shyann graduated from Bloomfield High School, where she was a State Champion in softball and played third base with passion and dedication. She...