Obituaries
Ernest "Nick" Armenta
Mar 27, 2025
Ernest George Armenta, age 69 of Bloomfield, New Mexico, passed away On Thursday March 27, 2025. Ernest was born on February 2, 1956 in Farmington, New Mexico to the late Bravilo Armenta and Presciliana Mary Archuleta.
He is survived by his son Randy Armenta, and daughter Areanna Armenta. Grandchildren; Randy Armenta Jr. ,Vincent Armenta and Alyrika Armenta. Great Grandchild...
Paul Briones
Mar 26, 2025
Paul Briones, 60, passed away at home on March 26, 2025, surrounded by his family.
B. Paul Briones was born on March 14, 1965, in Farmington, NM, to Felix Briones, Jr. and Viola (Vi) Briones. He graduated from Farmington High School in 1983 and later attended Eastern New Mexico University before transferring to the University of New Mexico, where he earned...
Doral Dean "Dody" Sullivan
Mar 26, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Doral Dean “Dody” Sullivan, born on March 4, 1933, in San Carlos, Arizona, at the Apache Hospital. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loved ones, leaving behind a rich legacy of love, family, friends, and countless cherished memories.
Doral is preceded in death by her beloved husband Bruce Sullivan,...
Robert Lewis Ukele
Mar 25, 2025
Robert Lewis Ukele passed away unexpectedly on Mar. 25, 2025. He was born Mar. 9, 1938 in Rifle, CO to Mark Emmanuel Ukele and Esther Ruby Hasselbush.
He graduated from high school in Rifle, CO, was later drafted into the army in 1962 and discharged in 1964.
He subsequently moved to Aztec where he met and married Jane Heidelberg in 1967. They...
Albert Barela
Mar 24, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the death of Albert Henry Barela, affectionately known as Al, who passed on March 24, 2025. Al was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. His deep faith, loyalty, and teasing nature touched the lives of all who knew him.
Al was born on November 7, 1948, in Hatch, NM to Melquiadez...
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...
