Obituaries
Lela Faye Edwards McKeown
Feb 9, 2026
Went home to join our Lord Jesus in heaven. Lela is survived by husband Grady McKeown, Son Kenneth Keele, Grandson’s Michael Osburn, Grady Wayne and Austin Keele. She has long been the gatekeeper of our family tree, extending the olive branch, providing the switch as needed and loving us always. We were blessed to have her. She is truly missed.
Tobias Benjamin Montes
Feb 7, 2026
Baby Tobias Benjamin Montes went to heaven on February 7,2026 surrounded by love. Though he spent only a short time with us, his tiny life brought immeasurable joy and forever changed our hearts.
Baby Tobias is deeply loved and remembered by his parents Arianna and Tony Montes. He will be cherished always for his beautiful spirit and the love he inspired.
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Milton Don Archuleta
Feb 2, 2026
Milton Don Archuleta, 70, of Blanco, NM passed away unexpectedly in his home on February 2, 2026.
Don was born in Durango, Colorado on February 28, 1955, to Milton Archuleta and Lucy Serna Archuleta. He was raised on the ranch in Blanco, living and learning closely at his mother’s side. A love of food was born in his mother’s kitchen.
Donnie graduated...
Consuelo Sanchez Puentes
Feb 2, 2026
Consuelo S. Puentes, 100 of Farmington, New Mexico, passed away on February 2, 2026, in Farmington, NM. Born December 10, 1925, in San Jose de Morillitos, Durango, Mexico to parents Francisco Puentes & Librada Sanchez Puentes.
Consuelo was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. In her early years she was a mother and homemaker in Durango, Mexico. Bringing her family...
Thomas William Barrow
Feb 2, 2026
Thomas William Barrow “pepper” age 55 he was born in Farmington NM on Oct 5, 1970, passed away the early morning hours of Feb 2, 2026, in Farmington NM.
Thomas is survived by his wife Olivia Barrow and 4 sons Chirstopher and wife Alex Krob, Dakota and wife Samantha Barrow, Sheldon and wife Holly Krob and Kaydian ZB, sisters Pam Barrow...
Leona Ann Cunningham
Jan 31, 2026
Leona Ann Cunningham was born on November 9, 1939, in Downey, California to Ira and Almira Della (Jack) Bailey. She passed away peacefully on January 31, 2026, in La Plata, New Mexico leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and devotion to family.
Leona attended and graduated from Sanford High School in 1958, where she met the love of her life,...
Johnny Bennett Dennison
Jan 30, 2026
REMEMBERING JOHNNY BENNETT DENNISON
A Life of Love, Laughter, and Lasting Memories
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our dear father Johnny B. Dennison on January 30, 2026. He lived a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments that will forever remain in our hearts. We honor his memory and celebrate the remarkable man he was.
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Cruz Fierro
Jan 29, 2026
Cruz Fierro, 58, of Farmington, NM passed away on January 29, 2026. He was born on May 3, 1967, in Chihuahua, Mexico to Hector Fierro and Antonia Guzman Fierro
Cruz Fierro, long time resident of Farmington, NM, was one of six brothers, who learned at an early age the value of loyalty, and looking out for one another. To those who...
Linda Alline Rector
Jan 29, 2026
Linda Alline Rector, Age 78, of Bloomfield, NM passed away on January 29, 2026, surrounded by her family in Albuquerque, NM. Linda was born on September 9, 1947, in Monahans, TX to Vera and Woodrow Clark.
Linda was gentle in spirit but firm in her beliefs, often reminding us, “Never forget who you are and what you stand for.” She lived...
Donald Ray Conner Sr
Jan 28, 2026
Donald Ray Conner went home to be with the Lord on January 28th, 2026. He was born and raised in Durango, Colorado, he graduated from Durango High School in 1966. He then joined the U.S. Army in 1968 and served as a radio tech while stationed in then Saigon, South Vietnam. After returning to the U.S., he married Karma Tucson...
Veneranda Jeannette Ortega
Jan 28, 2026
Veneranda (BB) Ortega, 82, of Aztec, NM. passed away peacefully on January 28, 2026, surrounded by her son, daughter-in-law, and sisters. She was born on November 28, 1944 in Grants, NM. to Martin Borthagaray Sr. and Navora Miller.BB graduated in 1963 from Grants High School. She worked at Elkins Jewelry in 1975, then at Mt. Taylor 1977-1991 in San Mateo,...
Jimmy Douglas Varnadore
Jan 28, 2026
Jimmy Douglas Varnadore, 77, of Farmington, NM passed away on January 28, 2026, Jim was born on December 9, 1948 in San Angelo, TX to Frances Arnold and Howard Varnadore
Jim was a graduate of Angelo State University with a Bachelor of Science degree. He worked as a fire fighter/ paramedic. Jim was a small business owner in Ruidoso. He taught...
David Leroy Francisco
Jan 28, 2026
David Leroy Francisco, 61, of Bloomfield, New Mexico, passed away on January 28, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
David was born at the Brethren in Christ Mission in Otis, New Mexico, to Natoni and Mary Francisco. He was born into the Hashtl’ishnii (Mud Clan) and was born for the Tódích’íí’nii (Bitter Water Clan). He spent his life rooted in northern New...
Nyla Burkett
Jan 27, 2026
Nyla Burkett, 93, of Aztec passed away on Tuesday January 27th surrounded by family that loved her.
Nyla was born in Breen, CO. She grew up in Silverton and graduated from Silverton High in 1950. She married the love of her life, Bud Burkett, in 1951 and together they raised seven children. They moved to California in 1958 and returned to...
Roberto Daniel Lovato
Jan 27, 2026
Robert D. Lovato, 71, of Aztec, NM. passed away January, 26, 2026. He was born on May 25, 1957 in Chama, NM to Emillio Lobato and Selvia Moya.Robert had finished high school before joining the Army. After he was finished serving his country he came back to New Mexico, where he started working locally in the oilfield. Soon after he...
Patsy Chavez
Jan 26, 2026
Patsy Chavez, born October 10, 1937, as Cecilia Patrocinia Atencio, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on January 26, 2026.
Patsy was born and reared in Angostura, New Mexico, and attended Aztec High School. She married the love of her life, Abe Chavez, in 1954 and together they made their home in Farmington, New Mexico. Abe...
Vamadevi Robson
Jan 26, 2026
Vamadevi (Vama) Ramachandran Robson
January 10, 1943-January 26, 2026
Vama Robson was born on January 10, 1943 in Kandy, Sri Lanka (Ceylon) the youngest of six children. Both her parents, Thanbiah and Saraswathy Ramachandran died when she was just a baby. She was raised in her ancestral home by her grandmother, Theivannai Ammal Veeriah. She graduated from the University of Sri Lanka...
Lorraine Corinne Cosby
Jan 26, 2026
Lorraine (Lori) Corinne Turner Cosby, age 76, of Farmington, NM, passed away on January 26th, 2026, surrounded by family members after a brief illness at UNM Hospital in Albuquerque.
Born on February 11, 1949, in Hobbs, NM, Lori was the daughter of James Clinton Turner and Corrine Lorene DeYoung Turner. She grew up in Hobbs, NM, and graduated from Hobbs High...
Susan Marie Michaels
Jan 25, 2026
Susan was born on August 28, 1950, in New York City to the late Nancy and Frederick Michaels. She Later moved to Southern California to live with her sister where she met her first husband, and they began raising their family. In 1992, the family relocated to New Mexico, where Susan spent her later years residing in Aztec. She is...
James Richard Lee Mahan
Jan 24, 2026
James “Richard” Lee Mahan, a devoted public servant, veteran, and beloved family man, passed away peacefully at the age of 72 on January 24, 2026, in Farmington, New Mexico. He was born on October 2, 1953, in Modesto, California. Richard was a 1972 graduate of Bloomfield High School and remained a dedicated member of his community throughout his life.
A veteran...
