Obituaries

Apr 7, 2019

Sammy Armenta, Jr. 42 of Bloomfield, NM, passed from this life on April 7, 2019. He was born June 1, 1976. He is survived by his loving wife of 10 years, Monica Armenta, children Sammy III and Michelle, step-children Siera and Shawn (granddaughter Sariah), Brooklynn and Nick. Parents Sam and Nina Armenta, father-in-law Leonard Barela, Sr., sister Angela (Mike)...

Apr 5, 2019

Mary Nieves Gallegos passed from this temporary life into eternal life with her Savior April 5, 2019, she was 90 years old. Mary wasborn August 5, 1928, toFelix and Emma Ortiz in Swastika, NM. She was the oldest of thirteen children, nine girls and four boys. In March 1946, she married Lawrence Gallegos and together they raised thirteen children...

Apr 5, 2019

Jacqueline R. Shank-Mosley “Jackie” October 12, 1937 – April 5, 2019 Jackie was called home to be with the Lord on April 5th, 2019. Jackie was born in Ft. Defiance, AZ. To Jack Paden and Eva Mae (Liebb) Shank. After the passing of her mother in 1948 she came to Farmington, NM. to live with her Grandmother, Margaret Shank...

Apr 5, 2019

Jeremy Drennan of Kirtland, New Mexico passed away on Apr 5, 2019. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Apr 5, 2019

Bettye “Flo” Erwin, 90, died April 5, 2019 at Namaste House surrounded by her loving family. She danced through the gates of Heaven and into the arms of Jesus. Flo was born June 24, 1928 to Nadine and John Cannady. She is survived by her husband of 72 years, G. L. “Bob” Erwin, her children Gary Erwin and wife...

Apr 2, 2019

Mary Davidson of Kirtland, New Mexico passed away on Apr 2, 2019. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Apr 1, 2019

Billy Gene Sawin “Grandad”, 90, went to be with the Lord on Monday, April 1, 2019. He is preceded in death by his wife, Jo of 70 years. He is survived by his daughters’ Glynna Stockham and Kathy Stewart, 4 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren and 8 great-great-grandchildren.

There will be a celebration of his life at 11:00 am...

Mar 27, 2019

Dave Anderson, 85, of Aztec, New Mexico succumbed to cancer surrounded by family and friends in Oklahoma City on March 27, 2019. Dave is survived by his wife Emily, daughter Shawmarie James, grandson Cody James, brother Amos Anderson, sisters Claralou Acosta, Ruthie Smith, Evelyn Lavato, and Janice Desposito, and many loving nieces, nephews, and extended family. A special thank...

Mar 26, 2019

Jesse L. Rue Sr. 71, of Farmington N.M. passed away on Tuesday March 26, 2019 in Bloomfield, N.M. He was born August 16, 1947 in Roswell, N.M. to Cedric Rue Sr. and Helen Rue-Sanchez. Jesse was a jack of all trades. He was a boxing coach, cabinet maker, carpenter, electrician, he also loved hunting and making jewelry. He loved his...

Mar 23, 2019

It is with great sadness that the family of Michael Gonzales announces his passing on Saturday, March 23, 2019, at the age of 62. He was born on September 29, 1956 and raised in Albuquerque, NM. Michael will be forever remembered by his wife and best friend, Melissa and their precious children, Michael and Evangeline, his father Paul Gonzales,...

Mar 18, 2019

Susie Higgs Farmington - Susie Higgs 94, passed away on March 18, 2019. Mother to Carolyn Biddle, Vangie Parker, Maryann Heath, Floyd Herrera, and Loraine Herrera. 11 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great- grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at St. Mary's Church on March 23, 2019 at 10:30am. Reception will follow.

Mar 10, 2019

Delores Cooper Vance passed away on March 10, 2019, at the age of 87 in Farmington, New Mexico. She was born August 20,1931, in Jamestown, North Dakota, the daughter of Helen and Fred Barkley. Delores lived most of her life in Great Falls, Montana and Farmington, New Mexico. Over the years, she held a variety of jobs. She was...

Mar 9, 2019

Ethel Place, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away peacefully on March 9, 2019 at the age of 76. She is preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Alice Ames, and sister, Cecilia Ward. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Patrick Place, sister Sandra Tutor, four children (Theresa Thurlow, Sandra Place, Ernest Place (wife...

Mar 8, 2019

Crystal A. Jenkins, 51 of Bloomfield, passed away March 8, 2019. She was born August 28, 1967 in Orlando, Florida to Bill and Ruth Mapes. There will be a funeral service for her on Saturday, March 16th at 4:00pm at Farmington Funera Home, 2111 W. Apache St. in Farmington.

Mar 8, 2019

Shirley Moffat Harrington, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and great-aunt left peacefully Friday morning, March 8 to be with her Lord. She was 92. Shirley was born in Calgary, Alberta, Canada on September 28, 1926 to Elizabeth Moffat Lindsay and George Henry Adlam. Shirley’s education focused on commercial studies to prepare her for many interesting jobs as a bank...

Mar 5, 2019

Edwin Wilkerson of Waterflow, New Mexico passed away on Mar 5, 2019. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Mar 4, 2019

Carl E. Matthews passed away at home on March 4 at the age of 90, surrounded by family. Carl is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Pat. Carl is lovingly remembered by his 3 children: Jennifer (Kevin), Chris (Leigh), and Andrew (Shawn) and his three grandchildren: Austin, Jessica, and Mary Rose. Carl was born in Potwin, Kansas...

Mar 2, 2019

AZTEC, NM.  Danny Daniel Komko age 72 of Aztec New Mexico passed away on Saturday, March 2, 2019.   It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of one of God’s more gentle souls –– too young to say good bye, and yet we must.

Dan was born to John and Mildred Komko on August 11,...

Mar 1, 2019

RoseAnn is survived by her son Tommy (Janie) and daughter Gail (Charles) Taylor, granddaughter Tiffany(Joey) Mosley, and 4 great grandsons, Kobe, Quenten, and identical twins Zach and Zane. Granddaughter Tosha (John) Hampton and 3 great granddaughters Neveah, Vivian and baby on the way in May. Grandson Kyle and great granddaughter, Livia Lynn and great grandson Tommy Lee.

RoseAnn...

Feb 28, 2019

Ronald “Ron” Denslow, 72 of Farmington, passed away February 28, 2019. He was born July 8, 1947 in Denver, CO to R.O and W.P Denslow.

He served his country in the United States Army from August 22, 1969 – March 25, 1971.

Ron was a very avid golfer who loved his wife, kids, dogs and...