Obituaries

Richard Maestas

Richard Maestas

Jan 10, 2024

Richard Franciso Maestas was born in Gallina, New Mexico on April 8, 1940, to Ramoncita and Delores Maestas and passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on January 10, 2024.

He was preceded in death by his son, Glen Maestas, his father, Delores Maestas, and his mother, Ramoncita Maestas. He is survived by his wife of 62 years,...

Nancy Hadley

Nancy Hadley

Jan 9, 2024

After a long battle with several health conditions, Kim Hadley passed away peacefully on Tuesday January 09, 2024, in Aztec, NM.

Kim was born in Farmington, NM. on August 23, 1954, to Tony and Mary Grisolano. Shortly after graduating high school in Kirtland, NM. Kim met the love of her life and best friend, Max Hadley. They married on September...

Helen Ruth Lucero

Helen Ruth Lucero

Jan 9, 2024

Helen Ruth Lucero was born in Durango, CO. on October 27, 1955. She passed away in Farmington, NM. On January 9, 2024.Ruthie was born to Helen and Fidel Lucero of Ignacio, CO.Ruthie is survived by her son Nicholas (Ashley); granddaughters Liana and Alex; sister Olivia Lucero; many aunts, uncles, and cousins.She was preceded by her parents Helen and Fidel Lucero.There...

Micheal Paul Fischer

Micheal Paul Fischer

Jan 7, 2024

Micheal Paul Fischer made his last call to duty in heaven on January 7, 2024. Micheal passed unexpectantly with his parents by his side. We brought you into this world, now we must let you go.

Micheal was born October 31, 1985, in Durango, CO to Paul and Maryilyn Fischer. Mike is survived by his parents, brother Bob Chenault (RaBecca),...

Laverna Ahkeah

Laverna Ahkeah

Jan 7, 2024

Laverna Denetclah Ahkeah, 91, of Tokii/Gadiiahi community passed from this life January 7, 2024, at Aztec Care Center in Aztec, New Mexico. She was Oozeii Tachiini clan, born to Ttaashchii. Her late parents were Harry Denetclaw, Sr., and Julia Denetclah of Tokoii.

She was born on June 24, 1932. Her Late maternal grandfather was Hosteen Deshnod, Tlizi Lani Clan, of...

Christine Garcia

Christine Garcia

Jan 6, 2024

Christine Madeline Garcia, 60 of Farmington, NM gained her wings on January 6, 2024. She was born January 8, 1963 in Durango, CO to Ernest Bowen and Maria "Louisa" Bowen.

Christine was a beloved wife, mom, nana, and sister. She loved to be around her family. She would cook dinner to bring us all together. She loved to travel to Mesa,...

Jose Sandoval

Jose Sandoval

Jan 6, 2024

Mr. Jose Alberto Sandoval, a proud veteran of the United States Air Force, quietly returned to his Heavenly home on January 6, 2024, as his loving wife held his hand, after a long battle with cancer.

Mr. Sandoval was born on January 30, 1945, in Moab, Utah to Mary Carmen and Alberto Victor Sandoval. He was raised from the age...

Frank Schreiner

Frank Schreiner

Jan 6, 2024

Frank Ora Schreiner, lifelong golfer, passed away peacefully in Bloomfield, NM on January 6, 2024, following a brief hospitalization in Farmington, NM. He was 83.

Born January 31, 1940 in Norfolk, NE, the second child of oral surgeon Dr. OC Schreiner ("Doc") and homemaker and painter Cleo (Sprague) Schreiner, "Tim" as he was known then, excelled at football, basketball and...

Janet A. Gilbert Bell

Janet A. Gilbert Bell

Jan 4, 2024

Janet A. Gilbert Bell, 71, passed away on January 4, 2024, in Farmington, New Mexico.

Janet was born December 29, 1952, at Portsmouth, Ohio, and had two lovely daughters, Brenda Isley and Shalimar Miller. 

On September 4, 1998, she married Dale E. Bell in Las Vegas, Nevada. They lived in Farmington, New Mexico, where she traveled with her husband’s work and helped...

Jessie Bowden

Jessie Bowden

Jan 4, 2024

Jessie Dwight Bowden 92, entered the gates of heaven on January 4, 2024, surrounded by his family.Dwight was born on September 19, 1931 in Cherry Hills Arkansas., to Jess Bowden and Rosie E Davis.Dwight grew up in Mena Arkansas. He joined the Navy in 1948 and served 4 years in the Navy during Korean War.Dwight was a Conservation Officer with...

Edwin Wolfard

Edwin Wolfard

Jan 2, 2024

Edwin Atlee Wolfard, 71, resident of Bloomfield New Mexico passed away at his home January 2nd, 2024 due to heart complications. He was born in Rawlins, Wyoming on January 28th, 1952 to his father Ronald Henry Wolfard, and mother Dorthy Louise Wolfard of Encampment, Wyoming. Ed grew up on the family ranch enjoying Wyoming culture and the ranch life. Ed...

Carolyn Schaffer

Carolyn Schaffer

Dec 31, 2023

Carolyn passed away quietly at San Juan Regional Medical Center after a short illness, December 31st.

Her parents, Oscar and Edna Ernst welcomed her as the youngest of their 6 children, February 15, 1940. She was born in Kiefer, Oklahoma and lived in Sapulpa, Oklahoma with her parents and siblings until job transfers would take them to Eunice, and eventually...

Frances Wright

Frances Wright

Dec 31, 2023

Frances June Wright born June 8, 1947, was joined with her heavenly family on December 31, 2023. Frankie, as she was better known, was preceded in death by her parents Frank and Fern Reidhead, sisters Lou Reidhead, and Sheila Ball. Frankie is survived by her partner in life, Guy Linder, sisters Shirley Duffy and Rita Dunbar, children Harold Watts, Gari...

Mary Ruth Robinson

Mary Ruth Robinson

Dec 26, 2023

Mary Ruth Robinson of Farmington, NM, passed away peacefully, December 26, 2023. She was born on June 5, 1935, to Leven and Blanche Mason in Union County, NM. She attended schools in Sedan, NM where she met her future husband, Ralph Robinson. They were married in Camp Pendleton, CA, where Ralph was serving in the Marine Corp. Ralph and Mary...

James Christensen

James Christensen

Dec 24, 2023

James "Allen" Christensen 66, Farmington, NM. Born on October 27, 1957,in Gallup, NM to Delbert Allen Christensen and Ruth Ann Pullen. He gained his wings on December 24, 2023.

Preceded in death by father Delbert, Mother Ruth Ann, and great grandparents Daniel and Kathryn Christensen.

Survived by wife of 47 years Verna Christensen, 2 sons Ryen (Christy) Christensen Daniel (Diana)...

Connie Krivanek

Connie Krivanek

Dec 23, 2023

Connie Mack Krivanek was born to Millard Frank Krivanek and Emma Elizabeth Svoboda Krivanek on Aug. 14, 1936, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He was named after the famed baseball manager Connie Mack, as his father was a baseball player (this was long before the Farmington tournament would also be named in the manager's honor).

Connie grew up in Oklahoma City...

Mary Louise Richardson

Mary Louise Richardson

Dec 23, 2023

 

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Mary Richardson, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, cousin and friend, who left us peacefully on December 23, 2023, at the age of 87.

Born in Nucla, Colorado on August 21, 1936, to Oliver and Florence Miller, Mary's life was a testament to her unwavering faith and the deep love she held...

Betty Fahrion

Betty Fahrion

Dec 22, 2023

Betsy Fahrion, age 89, of Farmington, New Mexico, passed away on December 22, 2023. She was born in Durango, CO, to Bennie Martinez and Ray G. Martinez.

Our mother wanted us to thank those she treasured as friends for making her life fulfilling and being there for her when she needed them the most. Mom loved her sweetheart, Bill, with...

Janet Louise La Selle

Janet Louise La Selle

Dec 20, 2023



Janet Louise Clark was born to Thomas Patrick Clark and Audrey Gates Clark on May 17, 1948, in Denver Colorado. She was the oldest of three children and is survived by one brother Robert who lives in Albuquerque. Robert followed his father’s trade as a homebuilder and is now retired. Her younger brother, Michael Shane passed away in 2005....

Derek Gagnebin

Derek Gagnebin

Dec 20, 2023

Derek Aaron Gagnebin, 36, of Farmington, NM., passed away on December 20, 2023. He was born on July 6, 1987, in Farmington, NM., to his loving parents Mike Gagnebin and Pam Gathings.Derek was known for his love and kindness towards everyone he met. His warm heart and genuine nature touched the lives of many, leaving an indelible mark on those...

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