Obituaries

Sep 14, 2024

Roger Dale Nixon, age 75 of Farmington passed away on Saturday September 14, 2024. He was born on September 1st, 1949, to Robert and Fern Nixon in Sioux Rapids, Iowa. At the age of 19 in 1969 Roger was drafted into the United States Army where he served in Charley Company 1-22 infantry 4th Infantry Division in the Vietnam war....

Sep 13, 2024

Gayle H. Stockham passed away on September Friday 13th, 2024 at the age of 103. She was born in 1921 in Agra, Kansas where she stayed till graduating high school. Gayle moved to Hollywood, California where she worked in a photography studio and met so many famous people.

She was a songwriter/musician who had a very active life in bands and...

Sep 13, 2024

Sharon Kay Serrano, 74, of Flora Vista, New Mexico, passed away on September 13, 2024, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Sharon was born in Hugo, Colorado to parents Thurman & Emma Roberts on May 3, 1950.

 Sharon spent some of her childhood in Southeastern NM and then moved to Farmington. She attended Farmington High School where she met the love of...

Sep 13, 2024

Roy Charles Waters, age 81, of Farmington, NM passed away on September 13, 2024, in Farmington, NM. Roy was born in Fort Defiance, AZ on April 27, 1943, to Norris Jacob Waters and Margeret E. Johnson.  

Roy graduated from the University of New Mexico with a Bachelor’s of Science in Civil Engineering and a Master’s of Science in Structural Engineering....

Sep 12, 2024

 It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Louise I. (Serrano) Rivera, 71, Farmington, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great- grandmother, sister, and aunt who passed away Thursday, September 12, 2024, peacefully at her home, in Farmington. Louise was born on February 22, 1953, in Farmington, New Mexico to parents José Presciliano (Pres) Serrano and Amalia (Chacon) Serrano.

 Luisa,...

Sep 12, 2024

Ronald L Eberman, 04/24/41 to 09/12/2024

 Ronald was born in Mapleton Depot, PA to Helen Doyle Eberman and William Eberman. They moved to Warren OH when Ron was a toddler. He grew up in neighborhood with kids that remained friends all their lives. He had shared many stories of their adventures he loved to share with us. From 1963 to 1969...

Sep 11, 2024

Patrick Roy Baker passed away peacefully on September 11, 2024, at the age of 71. Pat was born on November 16, 1952, in Clinton, Iowa. He was later adopted into the loving family of Larry and Marjo Baker at the age of 7. After graduating from Bloomfield High School in New Mexico he attended Eastern New Mexico University where he...

Sep 11, 2024

My youngest son Chris Henson passed away today. September 11, 2024. He was born January 9th 1981 in Fort worth TX to Janice Ledford. He has 2 beautiful daughters, Lillie Henson and Sidonie Henson. His step father Ernie Ledford was a blessing for him. His brother Brian Henson was always there for him and Chris for him. Other brother Daniel...

Sep 9, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Gregory Wayne Stradling, 74, on September 9th, 2024. Born in Albuquerque, Greg is the son of Wayne and Helen Stradling, the fourth child of seven children, beloved husband to Sally Ann Sowards to whom he was married and sealed on December 17, 1971, in the Salt Lake City Temple...

Sep 9, 2024

A man known for his quick wit, infectious laughter, and an uncanny ability to make friends with anyone, has finally decided to take a permanent vacation to avoid another stolen election. We are comforted by the fact that he’s now on an eternal quest to uncover the ultimate truth, probably involving an elaborate conspiracy theory about heavenly cloud formations. Billy...

Sep 4, 2024

 Warren Earl Lake, 83, of Waterflow, NM, passed away peacefully on September 4, 2024, in Farmington, NM, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Born on May 29, 1939, in Phoenix, AZ, to Cora Elizabeth Trembell and Robert Lake.

After attending Albuquerque High School, Warren bravely joined the Army at just seventeen, beginning a life of service and commitment....

Sep 4, 2024

Donald Earl Stock, a cherished husband, father, and grandfather, passed on September 4, 2024, in his hometown of Farmington, New Mexico, where he was born on January 19, 1945, to James and Lucy Stock.

Donald served and retired with honor as a Sergeant with the Farmington Police Department, dedicating many years to protect and serve his community. Prior to his policing...

Sep 3, 2024

Shelly Renee Ordonez passed away on September 3, 2024, at the age of 61. She was born on July 16, 1961, in Cortez, Colorado to Beverly and Donald Dennison. She was a long-time resident of Farmington, New Mexico. 

Shelly was the owner of the Deli Factory with her husband Joe. She was a past President in the Doe’s. She loved being...

Sep 3, 2024

Linda Anne McKay Harrison, age 70 of Farmington, New Mexico, passed away on Tuesday Sept. 3rd. She was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Andrew McKay and Dixie Lucas and was preceded in death by her grandparents Alfred and Bertha Laneville, mother Dixie Lucas, father Andrew McKay, sister Lorrie Lynch, and daughter Michelle Oberding. Linda is survived by husband Marion...

Sep 2, 2024

Doris Lane Martin, 80, of Aztec, New Mexico, passed away into the loving arms of her Lord and savior Jesus Christ on September 2, 2024, after a long battle with Leukemia.

Doris was born on January 21, 1944, in Nassawadox, North Hampton Co., Virginia. Doris was a teacher’s aide at McCoy Elementary School in Aztec, New Mexico for 30 years.

Doris is...

Sep 1, 2024

Sep 1, 2024

Eugene Oren Noyes, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend passed away peacefully on September 1st at the age of 84. Eugene, known to friends and family as “Gene” was born on June 30, 1940, in Springfield Missouri. He was the youngest of 4 boys to Emmett and Lula Noyes.

A devoted family man, Gene is survived by his wife Lahoma,...

Aug 31, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Roy Kyle John of Kirtland, NM on August 31, 2024, at 86 years of age. He was a beloved father and grandfather, cherished by all who knew him.

Kyle was born on March 7,1938 in Naturita, CO. He was the fifth of six children. He grew up in Nucla, CO...

Aug 31, 2024

Alma E. Starkey, 69 of Farmington, passed away on August 31, 2024. She was born on July 26, 1955, in Hinkley, CA to Lawrence Starkey and Areminta Brown Starkey.

Our mom worked for Vicki's Fabric Store for 12 years in Colville, WA.She obtained her retail sales and checker certification through Colville Community College. When she retired we relocated to Farmington, NM...

Aug 31, 2024

Kelly Anne Atwood, 57, of Aztec, New Mexico, passed away on August 31, 2024, in Aztec, New Mexico. 

Kelly was born in Canon City, Colorado, on September 23, 1966, to Darlene Avis Grant.

Although Kelly was set in her ways and could sometimes come across as very strong, when you really knew her you'd realize she was extremely faithful to her friends...