Obituaries
Shirley Jeanne Keith
Jun 5, 2026
Shirley Sneed Keith was born on April 24, 1940, in Marks, Mississippi to Jeanne and Hays Sneed. She passed away peacefully on June 5, 2026 in Farmington, New Mexico. Shirley grew up in Jackson, Mississippi where she developed lifelong friends, played sports, attended Woodland Hills Baptist Church, and graduated from Murrah High School in 1958. As a young teenager, she...
Richard Allan Elsesser
Jul 18, 2026
Richard Elsesser, 67, of Farmington, New Mexico, passed away on July 18, 2026.
Richard was born on July 10, 1959, in Tiffin, Ohio, to John and Retha Elsesser, who preceded him in death.
He is survived by his siblings: Carol (Alex) Martinez of Farmington, New Mexico; Pam (Stick) Elsesser of Alvada, Ohio; and John Elsesser Jr. of Farmington, New Mexico,...
Rodney Dale Wimsatt
Jul 18, 2026
Rodney Dale Wimsatt, lovingly known as Sammy by his family, was born on July 16, 1956, in Durango, Colorado, to Bobby Eugene and Evelyn Maxine Wimsatt.
In his early years, Rodney spent some time in the Navy before beginning his career with El Paso in 1982, where he worked for nearly 33 years. After retiring, he embraced the simple joys he...
Willard Vaughn Sandoval
Jul 16, 2026
Willard Vaughn Sandoval, 61, of Farmington, NM passed from this life on Thursday, July 16, 2026. Willie was born December 5, 1964, in Farmington, NM. He was preceded in death by his parents Franklin Sandoval, Sr. and Victoria Sandoval; brothers Franklin Sandoval, Jr., Ronald Sandoval, Robert Sandoval, Maurice Sandoval, sister Debra Sandoval and niece Kristen Sandoval. He is survived by...
Destiny Cheree Anaya
Jul 14, 2026
With profound sadness and endless love, we announce the passing of Destiny Cheree Anaya, who was born on September 17, 1999. Though her time with us was far too short, the memories she created and the love she gave will remain in the hearts of those who knew her forever.
Destiny was preceded in death by her beloved grandparents, Larry and...
David Jeffery Podoll
Jul 12, 2026
David Jeffery Podoll, 39, of Farmington, New Mexico, passed away on July 12, 2026, in Farmington, New Mexico. David was born on November 4, 1986, in Sonora, California to parents Michael and Kim Podoll.
Dave had a profound way of connecting with everyone he met. He had an instant friend the minute he shook your hand. His first love was his...
Mary Ester Mills
Jul 11, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary Ester Mills who left this world on July 11th, 2026, at the age of 86. Mary, known to many by her middle name Ester, was the absolute rock of her family. Unwaveringly strong, independent, and full of a vibrant light that guided us all.
She lived a spirited life...
Jack Daryl Bixler Jr.
Jul 10, 2026
Mr. Jack Daryl Bixler Jr., age 65 of Bloomfield, New Mexico, passed on to the beautiful gates of Heaven on Friday July 10, 2026. He was born in Rochester, New York on August 3, 1960, to Jack Daryl Bixler Sr. and Dianne Carolyn Keyes-Bixler.
Jack earned his bachelor's degree and studied psychology in college. He worked as a health Insurance...
Carolyn Jane " Gabehart" Allen
Jul 10, 2026
In her lifetime, Carolyn was defined by her devotion to God, Family, and Friends. Her daily study of God's Word, gave her a graceful and merciful Spirit, she loved life and lived it to the fullest. Her joyful spirit was evident to all that knew her and she loved talking about her Lord and Savior, Jesus. She loved spending time...
Terry Lee Benson
Jul 9, 2026
Terry Lee Benson, 57, of Bloomfield, passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2026. He was born on January 12, 1969, in Moses Lake, Washington to Carl Fredrick Benson Jr. and Delia Armenta-Benson.
Terry was preceded in death by his father; paternal grandparents, Carl Fredrick Benson and Jean Roady; maternal grandparents, Braulio and Presciliana Armenta; sons, Paul Artavia and Lee Ramone Benson...
Waylon J. Tsosie
Jul 8, 2026
Waylon J. Tsosie, 35, of Upper Fruitland, New Mexico passed away on July 8, 2026, in Farmington, New Mexico. Waylon was born on August 13, 1990, in Farmington, New Mexico to parents Etta Tsosie and Andy Tsosie. Waylon was born to the Mountain Cove Clan and born for the Coyote Pass.
Waylon graduated from Kirtland High School. He loved playing the...
Della Maria Martinez
Jul 7, 2026
In Loving Memory of Della MartinezDella Martinez, 76, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of faith, love, kindness, and unwavering devotion to her family, friends, and community.Born on March 4, 1950, in Dolores, Colorado, Della was the beloved daughter of Jose Medina and Juanita Archibeque, who preceded her in death. Her life was rooted in...
Rachael Ann Ferson
Jul 7, 2026
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Rachael Ann Ferson (Gomez), who peacefully entered eternal rest on July 7, 2026, at the age of 74.Rachael was born on December 16, 1951, in Farmington, New Mexico. She was raised in a loving family as one of fifteen children by two devoted Catholic parents who instilled in her a deep and...
David DeWayne "Spud" Stockert
Jul 6, 2026
David DeWayne Stockert, age 45 of Farmington, New Mexico, passed away on Monday July 6, 2026. David was born on July 26, 1980, in Las Vegas, Nevada to Bill and Rhonda Stockert.
David grew up into the man God created him to be. I thank God for the time I had with him per his mother Rhonda. He was born at...
David Leroy Hawkins
Jul 5, 2026
David LeRoy Hawkins, 86, of Fruitland, NM passed away on July 5, 2026. He was born on July 1, 1940, in Tucson, AZ to LaVona and John Quinton Hawkins.
David Hawkins returned home to our Heavenly Father July 5, 2026. David lived his life making those he loved feel cherished and important. He was a devout member of the Church of...
Timothy Michael Garrett
Jul 5, 2026
Timothy Michael Garrett passed from this life on Sunday, July 5, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was ready to meet Jesus, and we find comfort in knowing his faith has become sight.
Tim was born to Michael and Juanita Garrett on August 4, 1969, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He moved with his parents to Bloomfield, New Mexico in 1976....
Elihue Juanito Vialpando
Jul 4, 2026
Elihue Vialpando, 19, of Farmington, New Mexico, passed away on July 4, 2026.
He was born in Farmington on June 11, 2007, to Charmaine Lucero and the late Johnny Benji Vialpando. Bubba had a deep love for his family, and a style completely his own. He never cared about fitting in; he proudly owned who he was and what he loved.
An...
Lyndell Farris Powell
Jul 4, 2026
Mr. Lyndell Farris Powell, age 62 of Bloomfield, New Mexico was called home by his Heavenly Father on Saturday July 4, 2026.
He was born on July 29, 1963, to James Lee Powell and Edith Mae Roberts in Tahlequah, Oklahoma and was raised on the family farm surrounded by his parents and siblings in Hulbert, Oklahoma.
He specialized as a union ironworker...
William David Jordan
Jul 3, 2026
William David Jordan, age 71, shed the shackles of his physical disabilities at the gates of Heaven July 3, 2026. He passed peacefully at home in Farmington, NM, with wife Karen at his side.
Dave was a longtime resident of Dallas and Flower Mound, Texas; Tucson, Arizona; and Farmington, NM.
Born March 11, 1955, at Sheppard Air Force Base in Wichita Falls,...
Jose Carlos Gurule
Jul 2, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Carlos Gurule, who was born on October 10, 1946, in Fairview, New Mexico.
Carlos was raised in Cebolla, New Mexico, and graduated from Tierra Amarilla High School in 1966. In 1975, he and his beloved wife, Sofie Gurule, moved to Blanco, New Mexico, where they built their home and raised their family together.
Carlos...
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