Grace H. Pummill, 81, longtime Deming resident passed away Tuesday, March 14, 2017 at her home.

Grace was born January 4, 1936 to Maude Parson and Joe E. Harris in Martinez, California. She was a member of the Senior Circle and worked for the Luna County Sheriff's Office retiring after 16 years of service as Sergeant.

She is survived by 2 sons, Mike Pummill and wife Lydia, Randy Pummill both of Las Cruces; daughter, Judy Carter of Deming; 5 grandchildren, Amy Pummill, Jeramey Pummill and wife Dominque, Anthony Pummill, Jennifer Kelly and Korie Carter; 3 great-grandchildren, Mia Pummill, James Pummill and Abby Carter.

Preceded in death by parents, Joe and Maude Harris; sister, Betty Parmer; brother, Jack Harris and son-in-law, David Carter.

Memorial service will be Saturday, March 18, 2017 at 10 o'clock in the morning at Baca's Funeral Chapel with Pastor Doug Cowan officiating. Cremation has been entrusted to Baca's Mimbres Crematory.