Roland Starr
Feb 17, 2025
Roland (Cactus) Starr peacefully went home on February 17, 2025, surrounded by his children.
He was born to Winston Starr and Virginia (Davis) Starr on July 25, 1938, in Okemah, Oklahoma.
He married Sharon B. Starr (Tipps) on November 8, 1957. Together they had three children, Wendy (Woody) Wright, Jimmy Starr and Kelly (Jacquiline) Starr, seven grandchildren, Michele Padilla, Yvonne Wright, Kayla...
Don Cousins
Feb 12, 2025
A viewing for Don Edward Cousins will be held at Terpening & Son Chapel on Thursday, February 20, 2025 from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. A funeral service will be held at Trinity Temple on Friday, February 21, 2025 at 2:00 pm with a burial to follow at Twin Oaks Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Landon Cousins, Armando Caceres, Chris Hale, Kevin...
Tito Aguirre
Feb 8, 2025
Tito Meza Aguirre closed his eyes in peaceful rest on February 8, 2025. His life is set to be memorialized by family and friends on Friday, February 14, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at Faith Baptist Church with burial to follow at Woodbine Cemetery. There will be a viewing on Thursday, February 13, 2025 from 2:00-6:00 p.m. at Terpening & Son.
Pallbearers...
Robert Walls
Feb 4, 2025
Robert Arthur (RA) Walls passed away on February 4, 2025, in Artesia, New Mexico, at the age of 78.
RA was born on December 25, 1946, in Kermit, Texas, to William Arthur "Doc" and Allie Faye Walls. He grew up in Jal, New Mexico, and graduated from Jal High School in 1964. Shortly after graduation, he became a cadet in the...
Angela Wade
Feb 4, 2025
Angela "Angel" Wade 81, died on February 4, 2025 at her home in Artesia surrounded by family.
Angel was born in Abernathy, Texas to Leonard "Slim" Brooks and Evelyn Lorraine King Brooks. The family moved to Los Lunas, NM when she was 3 years of age. Angel Graduated from Los Lunas High School in 1961. After graduation she went to...
Alphonse "A.A." Klein
Feb 4, 2025
A rosary will be recited for A.A. Klein at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Artesia, NM on February 10, 2025 at 9:30 a.m. There will be a funeral mass to immediately follow at 10:00 a.m. Father Francis Lazer will officiate with a burial to follow at Woodbine Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be his grandsons Kevin Klein, Justin Powell, Randy Reed, Lance Conklin,...
Harold Parrish
Feb 2, 2025
Harold Dwane Parrish, 93, of Artesia, New Mexico passed away on February 2, 2025. He was born on November 5, 1931 in Hope, New Mexico to James and Flara Parrish.
He married Bonnie Needham Parrish on July 4, 1951. Harold was drafted into the Marines and was stationed in Japan during the Korean War.
Harold loved...
Virgie Romine
Jan 30, 2025
A memorial service for Virgie Delene (Joy) Romine will be held at First Baptist Church on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at 10:00 am.
Mrs. Romine, 74, passed away surrounded by her loving family on January 30, 2025, in Hope, NM.
She was born on August 21, 1950, to W.R. (Dub) Joy and EstaLee Booth in Roswell, NM.
Virgie grew up on the Joy...
Eva Ortega Lopez
Jan 28, 2025
Eva Ortega Lopez, born on March 13, 1956, left this world on January 28, 2025. A beloved member of her community, she touched many lives with her warmth and kindness throughout her 68 years.
Eva was a woman of great faith and unwavering commitment to her family and friends. Known for her nurturing spirit, she offered compassion and support to everyone...
Dorothy Laird
Jan 26, 2025
A graveside service will be held for Dorothy Beatrine Laird at Woodbine Cemetery on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at 10:00 am.
Mrs. Laird, 98, passed away on January 26, 2025, in Caldwell, TX. She was born on March 22, 1926, to John Harris and Sallie Mae Thomas in Tenaha, TX. On Oct. 4, 1947 she was married to Donald G Laird...
Sammy Marquez
Jan 23, 2025
Sammy M. Marquez, 79, passed away surrounded by his family on January 23, 2025 in his hometown of Artesia, NM.
Mr. Marquez was born on September 17, 1945, to Antoclo and Luz Marquez in Artesia, NM. He was a proud veteran who served in the United States Army. Sammy enjoyed fishing, camping, watching football and he loved to spend time with...
Donald Derrick
Jan 22, 2025
Donald Gene Derrick,72, was born on November 3, 1952, to Verl and Bonnie Derrick in Roswell, NM. He passed away on January 22, 2025, in Hope, NM.
Donald was known to be a great enthusiast of sports statistics.
He is preceded by his parents, Verl and Bonnie Derrick.
Those left to cherish his memory are his brothers, Raymond E. Derrick, Robert A. Derrick,...
Bonnie Derrick
Jan 22, 2025
Bonnie Estelle Derrick,97, was born on March 12, 1927, to Chester and Lorraine Carpenter in Paducah, TX. She passed away on January 22, 2025, in Hope, NM.
Bonnie is preceded by her husband, Verl Derrick; son, Donald G. Derrick.
Those left to cherish her memory are her sons, Raymond E. Derrick, Robert A. Derrick, and Gary B. Derrick; sister, Idelle Burnet; numerous...
Aristeo Garcia
Jan 22, 2025
A rosary will be held for Aristeo Marquez Garcia at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church on Thursday, January 30, 2024 at 9:30 am, followed by a funeral mass at 10:00 am.
Mr. Garcia, 88, was born on September 3, 1936, to Guadalupe and Jesusita Garcia in Mulato, Chihuahua, Mexico. He passed away on January 22, 2025, in Artesia, NM.
Aristeo was...
Refugia "Cookie" Angel
Jan 20, 2025
Our beloved Refugia "Cookie" Vargas Angel entered GOD'S Kingdom on January 20, 2025.
Refugia, 69, was born on May 21, 1955, to Martin Rivas Vargas and Oralia Deanda Contreras in Artesia, NM. She passed away surrounded by the love of her family in Las Cruses, NM.
Refugia's favorite activities were sewing, making Floral Arrangements, going out to eat at Red Lobster and...
Betty Sellmer
Jan 20, 2025
Services are scheduled for 10 am Tuesday, January 28, at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church for Beronica (Betty) Gonzales Sellmer of Artesia, New Mexico.
Ms. Sellmer, 60, died on January 20, 2025 in Artesia.
Father Frances Lazer will officiate at the services with burial to follow at Woodbine Cemetery. A rosary is also scheduled for 6:30 pm Monday at Our Lady...
Michael Miller
Jan 19, 2025
Michael Ray Miller "Mikey" March 13, 1958 - January 19, 2025 Artesia, N.M. - With hearts both heavy and full, we bid farewell to Michael Ray Miller, known to all as "Mikey", who left us on January 19, 2025, at the age of 66, surrounded by the love of his family and friends at home. Born in the sun-drenched landscapes...
Joe Wayne Miller
Jan 18, 2025
Joe Wayne Miller was born to Roberta Smith Miller and Joseph Ernest Miller on November 5, 1947 in Artesia, NM. He left this world onJanuary 16, 2025 in Clovis, New Mexico surrounded by his daughters Lynn Melton, Shanna Waitt, sister Darla Gibbs, brother Jerry Miller and nieces Robbie and Lisa Gibbs and great nephew Michael Gibbs.
Wayne Miller is also survived...
Noreen "Norie" Raymos
Jan 15, 2025
Noreen "Norie" Raymos was born on January 26, 1943 in Monterey, California to Clinton and Ellen Barcus. Norie was the oldest of 5 children. Norie passed from this life on January 15, 2025 in Lubbock, Texas.
Norie grew up in the Monterey area, and then spent some time living in Vallejo, California. She worked various jobs including The Cannery, the Ford...
Manuel Lugo Lara
Jan 12, 2025
Manuel Lara, 68, passed away January 12, 2025. He was born on January 11, 1957, to Lillia and Antonio Lara. He was a lifelong resident of Artesia, NM. Manuel spent his career as an oil field worker. He enjoyed the outdoors. Manuel enjoyed fishing, hunting, and carpentry. He enjoyed restoration of old cars and collecting antiques. He is survived by...