Obituaries

Anthony Valdez

Aug 7, 2024

Anthony Valdez, 56, of Farmington, New Mexico, passed away on August 7, 2024, in Farmington, New Mexico. Anthony was born on October 5, 1967, in Farmington, New Mexico, to parents Elisario & Janie Valdez.

Anthony loved everyone around him. He was very proud of starting work at the age of 15 for Sierra Oilfield Services and worked there for 23 years....

Carrie M. Siegel

Aug 2, 2024

In our sorrow and joy, we announce the passing of our beloved wife and mother, Carrie May Siegel, on August 2, 2024, at the age of 67.

Born on January 1, 1957, in Cortez, Colorado to Darrell and Donnie McKay. She met the love of her life, Craig Siegel, in Farmington, New Mexico, and they were married for 48 years.

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Esther Marion May

Jul 31, 2024

Esther Marion May, age 88, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on July 31, 2024, in Aztec, NM. Born in Gloversville, NY, to Chester and Ila Frye, Esther was a devoted stay-at-home mother who lovingly helped raise her children, grandchildren and numerous family members. She was blessed with 6 daughters, 30 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren, and 8 great-great-grandchildren.

She...

Terry Lee Davis

Jul 29, 2024

Mr. Terry Lee Davis age 74 of Farmington, NM passed away on Monday July 29, 2024. Terry was born on January 28, 1950, in Waverly, TN. To James Lacy Davis and Stella Lorene Jones.

Terry was a veteran of the United States Air Force and was a proud retired Boilermaker with the local 627 union. He was a loving husband, father...

Roberta Lorraine Brannon

Jul 29, 2024

Roberta Lorraine Brannon, 56, of Navajo Dam, New Mexico passed away peacefully on July 29th, 2024, surrounded by family.

She was born to parents Robert and Cora Velasquez on December 26th, 1967, in Del Norte Colorado. She grew up there, and then moved to Farmington, New Mexico with her family. This is where she met Jeremy Elvin Brannon on Valentines Day...

Lucille Shupla

Jul 27, 2024

Our beloved Mother and Grandmother Lucille “Lucy” Randall Shupla, age 77 of Farmington, NM passed away on Saturday July 27, 2024. She was born on June 16, 1947, in Fort Sumner, NM to John Clint Randall and Dulcinea Baros.

Lucy was preceded in death by her husband Joseph C. Shupla, her parents John Clint and Dulcinea Randall. Brothers: Bernadino Randall, Edward...

Jonathan Jermemiah Reed

Jul 27, 2024

Jonathan Jermemiah Reed, 19, of Farmington, New Mexico, passed away on July 27, 2024. He was born on June 11, 2005, in Farmington, New Mexico, to Jonthan and Patricia Reed.

From the day Jonathan was born he had a big impact on the world. He was everyone’s favorite and I have a feeling he was also his brothers and sister, who...

Montegomery Bitsuie

Jul 27, 2024

Montegomery Tyson Bitsuie, 39, of Las Cruces, New Mexico, passed away on July 27, 2024. He was born on January 7, 1985, in Ft Defiance, AZ, to Clarice Barber and Wilbur Bitsuie.

Monte attended Kirtland Central High School and graduated in 2003. Monte enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He enjoyed cookouts and was an avid movie watcher and...

Chris Toby Prespentt

Jul 26, 2024

Chris Toby Prespentt was born in Miami, Arizona, on July 28, 1951. He left this earth on July 26, 2024, at the age of 72 years, 11 months, and 363 days.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Esquiel and Shirley Prespentt; his in-laws, Jim and Rose McCabe; his sister, Bonnie; and his nephew, Che.

He is survived by his wife...

Francis Patrick Hower

Jul 24, 2024

Francis Patrick Hower, age 79 of Aztec, NM passed away on Wednesday July 24, 2024. He was born on October 17, 1944, in Bloomsburg, PA to Francis F. Hower and Mary Christine LeVan.

He was a veteran of the Vietnam War serving his country with the United States Navy.

Francis was preceded in death by his parents and his brother John L....

William Slusser

Jul 24, 2024

William "Pat" Slusser, born on March 17, 1956, peacefully passed away at his home with his beloved wife of 40 years, Anita Slusser, by his side on July 24, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Ora Slusser, and his brothers Larry and Stan Slusser.

Pat leaves behind a legacy cherished by his family: his wife Anita...

George Kuecks

Jul 24, 2024

George John Kuecks passed from this life to the next on July 24, 2024 at the age of 94. He was born on October 10, 1929 in Glasgow, Montana to Henry and Ida Kuecks. He grew up farming but was always interested in the financial world. He was drafted and served two years in the Army. During this time he...

Billie Neff

Jul 24, 2024

Billie Lucille Neff, age 85, a beloved Mom, Grandma "Ma" and Great Grandma left our world on July 24, 2024. She lived life to the fullest by raising 3 children, working for Albuquerque Public Schools and forming the Administrative Secretarial Association.

Her favorite adventure for over 30 years was going to the Ozark Arts and Crafts Festival with her sister-in-law, Helen...

Monica Nicole Townsend

Jul 12, 2024

Monica Nicole Townsend, 44, of Aztec, New Mexico, passed away on June 12, 2024, in Aztec, New Mexico. Monica was born on April 22, 1979, in Aurora, Colorado, to parents Caroline Gayle Poe and Rodney Townsend.

Monica was a remarkable woman, a proud mother of three kids who had a profound love of Roses and painting. Her adventurous and carefree spirit...

Dorina Lorine Wilson

Jul 12, 2024

Dorina Lorine Wilson, 40, of Farmington, NM passed away on Friday, July 12, 2024. She was born in Hobbs, NM on April 25, 1984, to Carl Wilson and Emma Neff.

Dorina was a romantic at heart. Her hobbies were drawing and writing. She loved journaling and writing romantic fiction. She was very artistic and enjoyed free hand drawing and spin art....

Lisa Starner

Jul 12, 2024

Lisa Ann Turner Starner

Aztec, New Mexico

November 4, 1965 - July 12, 2024

Lisa Ann Turner Starner, 58, of Aztec, New Mexico, passed away on Friday, July 12, 2024. Cremation will take place at Farmington Funeral Home.

A gathering will be held at 3:00 PM at the First Baptist Church in Aztec, New Mexico on Thursday, July...

Osvaldo "Wally" Esparza Apodaca

Jul 11, 2024

Osvaldo Esparza, a beloved husband, father, Tata, brother, and friend to all passed away on July 11th, 2024, in Farmington, NM. He was born on August 14th, 1966, in Ascensión, Chihuahua, Mexico to proud parents who instilled in him the values of hard work and family. He is preceded in death by his father Emilio, mother Manuela, brother Jesus and...

Nova Dean (Rhea) Smith

Jul 10, 2024

Nova Dean (Rhea) Smith

Our dearly loved Nova Dean went to her heavenly home on July 10, 2024, from Farmington, New Mexico. Born November 29, 1933, in Okemah, Oklahoma to Glover Cleveland Rhea and Hattie Simmer Rhea. Nova Dean was the youngest of five siblings. She was a proud member of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation. She faithfully served her Lord and...

Garland Kent Wilkinson

Jul 10, 2024

Garland Kent Wilkinson, 80, of Farmington, gained his wings and returned to his heavenly home on Wednesday, July 10, 2024. He was born April 20, 1944, in Lubbock, Texas, to Charlie and Alma Wilkinson. He was the second youngest of four children. He grew up in Lubbock, Texas, and soon after High School he enlisted in the Army. He proudly...

Tammy Morris

Jul 7, 2024

Tammy Jo Morris passed away July 7, 2024. She was born to Thomas and Donna Morris May 7, 1962, in Peoria, Illinois. She grew up in Chillicothe, Illinois and the surrounding area until 2013, when she moved to Farmington, New Mexico.

While in Illinois, Tammy was employed with Caterpillar, Inc. Here in New Mexico, she managed Bubble City and...