Obituaries
Richard Zuniga
Dec 16, 2024
Richard Pablo Zuniga, 75, was born on September 1, 1949, in San Angelo, TX, to C.S. and Esperanza Zuniga. He passed away in his sleep on December 16, 2024, at his family home in Artesia.
Richard and his wife Deborah met in Lubbock before relocating to Artesia, New Mexico, in 1985. Richard worked for the Artesia Fire Department until retiring as...
Wanda Hunt
Dec 15, 2024
During the early morning hours of December 15, 2024, Wanda Jean (Collvins) Hunt passed away peacefully at her home in Artesia, New Mexico, at the age of 89. A wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Wanda will be dearly remembered for her generous soft heart and her playfully tacky stubbornness.
Wanda was born June 24, 1935, in Idabel, Oklahoma, and was raised...
Harold Friesner
Dec 13, 2024
A funeral service will be held for Harold Herbert Friesner at 1:30 pm on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at Immanuel Lutheran Church followed by a graveside service at Woodbine Cemetery.
Pallbearers will include Steve Cyrus, Jr., Bill Cyrus, Brian Shetterly, Travis Kelsey, Brandon Ortega, and Jerry Ortega Jr. Honorary pallbearers will include Ron Friesner, Mike Shetterly, Steve Cyrus, Jerry Ortega Sr.,...
Ryleigh Dewey
Dec 8, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Ryleigh Dewey, a beloved daughter, sister, and friend, who left us far too soon. Ryleigh was born August 20, 2013 and left us on December 8th, 2024.
Ryleigh lived her life with a radiant smile that could light up any room and a bubbly personality that brought joy to everyone...
Carolyn Schneider
Dec 5, 2024
Carolyn Earvelle Schneider, 81, of Hope, New Mexico, passed away on December 5, 2024, in her hometown of Artesia, New Mexico where she was born and spent much of her life. A dedicated mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, Earvelle was known for her warmth, kindness, and deep commitment to her family.
Earvelle worked for many years as a waitress in many...
John Nelson
Dec 5, 2024
Services are scheduled for 1 pm Tuesday, December 10 at Terpening & Son Mortuary for John Phillip Nelson of Lake Arthur, New Mexico.
Mr. Nelson, 80, died on December 5, 2024 at his home in Lake Arthur.
Wade Nelson will officiate at the services. Cremation will take place under the direction of Terpening & Son Mortuary.
Johnny was born on February 26, 1944...
Erica Flores
Nov 27, 2024
Erica Flores, 48, passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at her home.
Fr. Vijaya and Deacon Bobby will officiate the services. A rosary will be recited at Our Lady of Grace, Thursday, December 5, 2024, at 9:30am, with mass following at 10:00am, and interment to follow at Woodbine Cemetery. The pallbearers will be Jose Luevano, Martin Lopez, Nicasio Lopez, Adrian Flores,...
Elena Navarrette
Nov 20, 2024
A viewing for Elena "Helen" Fuentes Navarrette will be held from 4:00 to 6:00 pm on Sunday, November 24, 2024, with a rosary to immediately follow at Our Lady of Grace. A funeral service will be at 10:00 am on Monday, November 24, 2024, at Our Lady of Grace.
Helen was born on January 6, 1934, to Jesus and Manuela Fuentes...
Gaylene Burgess
Nov 20, 2024
Lila Gaylene Burgess went home to be with her Savior, Jesus, on November 20, 2024. Gaylene was born on June 28, 1935, in Wichita Falls, Texas, to Aaron Jackson and Lucille (Pior) Pettit.
Visitation will be at Terpening and Son Mortuary on Friday November 22 from 4-6 pm. The celebration of life will be held Saturday the 23rd at 10 am...
Priscilla Munoz
Nov 19, 2024
Services are scheduled for 10 am Wednesday, December 4, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church for Priscilla Ann Munoz of Artesia, New Mexico.
Mrs. Munoz, 58, died on November 19, in Houston, Texas.
Fr. Frances Lazer will officiate at the services with burial to follow at Woodbine Cemetery. A rosary is also scheduled for 9:30 am on Wednesday at St. Anthony's Church.
Priscilla was...
Aaron Harmon
Nov 14, 2024
Aaron Harmon was born December 04, 2002, in Farmington, New Mexico to Robert and Michelle Harmon and went to meet his Heavenly Father on November 14, 2024, at the age of 21, His unexpected departure has left a deep void in the hearts of all who knew him.
Aaron was a bright and compassionate young man, full of life and potential...
Mallory Ebert
Nov 14, 2024
We are immensely saddened to announce the unexpected passing of our precious Mallory Alexis Ebert. Mallory was born May 4, 2010 in Roswell, New Mexico to Britt and Jeffery Ebert. She was a loving daughter, granddaughter, niece, teammate, and friend.
Mallory was known for her sweet smile, goofy personality, her love for our Heavenly Father and for giving the best compliments....
Joyce Peterson
Nov 13, 2024
Joyce Peterson, 98, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great great-grandmother was called home to be with the Lord On November 13th, 2024.
Joyce Mae Dungan was born April 30th 1926 in Cando, North Dakota. She lived there with her father, Ferne and her siblings, Jack, Doreen and Ferne jr.
When Joyce was a teenager her family moved to Michigan, where she met...
Glen Westall
Nov 12, 2024
Glen Westall, 57, beloved Spouse, Father, Son, Brother, Son-in-law, Uncle, Nephew, and Grandson, was called to his eternal resting place on November 12, 2024.
Visitation will be at Terpening & Son Mortuary on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at 1 pm with the funeral starting at 2 pm.
He entered this world on December 27, 1966 in Artesia, NM, born to Ray and...
Robert Perry
Nov 10, 2024
Robert Conrad Perry was born to Sam and Annie Perry on October 7,1940 in Carlsbad, New Mexico. He spent his youth and teenage years in Carlsbad and after graduating from Carlsbad High School, Robert Perry entered the United States Army, where he served his country ten years which includes a tour in Korea and also received an Honorable Discharge.
Robert Perry...
Alan Needham
Nov 6, 2024
Alan Needham was born on January 27th, 1953 in Artesia, NM to Harold Douglas Needham and Minnie Naomi Sallee. Alan passed away on November 6th, 2024 at the age of 71.
Alan was very active with 4-H Rodeo and the Eddy County Fair. In 1989, Alan along with other parents started the Young Riders 4-H Rodeo Club. Then in 1990, Alan...
Happy "Doris" Bell
Nov 5, 2024
Doris Evans Bell was born on October 13, 1935 in Snyder, Texas to Frank Evans and Laura Page. She joined the Lord and her husband of 71 years, Dalton Bell, on November 5, 2024.
Many are learning for the first time that her name is Doris and not Happy. This was a childhood nickname given to her because of her cheerful...
Robert Reed
Oct 23, 2024
Memorial service will be held on November 8th at 6:00 PM at Cornerstone Church in Artesia, New Mexico. A dinner gathering will follow, and all are welcome to join in remembering and celebrating Robert's life.
**Robert Gene Reed Jr.** was born on January 1, 1957, in Danville, Illinois, to Loretta Crumly. Not long after, he they became a family when Robert...
Wanda Maupin
Oct 21, 2024
A Celebration of life service is scheduled at 11 am Saturday, October 26, at Hermosa Church of Christ for longtime Artesia resident, Wanda Fay Maupin. Wanda passed from this life and into the arms of Jesus on Monday, October 21, 2024 in Lubbock, TX. Jeremy Maupin will officiate the services. A visitation and viewing will be held Friday, October 25,...
Michelle Matthews
Oct 17, 2024
Artesia resident Michelle Eileen Matthews passed away peacefully at home on October 17, 2024. Michelle was born on August 29, 1964, in Orange County, California A few years later, Michelle's family returned to Artesia, where she resided until her death. Michelle graduated from Artesia High School in 1982 and later received her bachelor's and master's degrees from New Mexico State...
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