Obituaries
Obituary notices.
Mary Jeanne Schad, 83, formerly of Silver City NM
- Category: Obituaries Obituaries
- Published: 14 August 2023 14 August 2023
Mary Jeanne Schad
February 15, 1940 – August 4, 2023
IN THE CARE OF Mullins & Thompson Funeral Service
Mary Jeanne Schad, known to her loved ones as Mary, peacefully passed away on August 4, 2023, in Fredericksburg, Virginia, at the age of 83. She was born on February 15, 1940, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to the late John Raymond and Corinne Louisa (nee Linnemann) Lewis.
Mary was a beloved daughter, wife, sister, mother, and grandmother. She had a sparkling sense of humor and a sharp wit. She was always up for fun and was usually the instigator.
Elfego Armijo, 74 - pending
- Category: Obituaries Obituaries
- Published: 11 August 2023 11 August 2023
Elfego Armijo, 74, entered eternal rest Friday, August 11, 2023 at Gila Regional Medical Center in Silver City, NM. Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.
Morris “Moe” Rudick, 98, a resident of Silver City, NM
- Category: Obituaries Obituaries
- Published: 11 August 2023 11 August 2023
Morris “Moe” Rudick was born in Toledo, Ohio May 29, 1923. He died at 98 on December 5, 2022 in Livermore, CA. After serving in the Air Force as an air traffic controller during World War II, Moe came to Silver City to attend New Mexico Western State Teacher’s College where he earned a teaching degree in art. Here he met and married Silver City native, Maxine Ward, in 1947.
Moe knew no strangers and took great delight in meeting new people. He had a wonderful sense of humor with a joke for any occasion. He is fondly remembered by those who knew him in the 1950s as the manager of the Gila, Silco, and El Sol Theaters, as well as theaters in outlying communities. Moe later put his creativity and artistic skills successfully to work as owner of a manufacturing jewelry store where he designed and created fine custom jewelry and later as Vice-president of retail marketing for a large residential/commercial construction company.
Moe is survived by their three children; Wendy Rudick Shaul, Ward Rudick, Wayne and his wife Dana Rudick, two grandsons and their wives, 5 great-grandchildren, and Moe’s brother, Jack Rudick. Maxine passed away in Tyrone in 2005.
A brief memorial and Honor Guard ceremony will take place at Ft. Bayard National Cemetery on Thursday, August 17th at 11a.m., after which, at his behest, both Moe’s and Maxine’s remains will be buried side by side, not far from the grave of their informally “adopted” son, Sergeant Timothy Johnson, a career Marine. Immediately following the inurnment, a Celebration of Life will be held for both Moe and Maxine at the Whiskey Creek Zocalo in Arenas Valley, NM.
In lieu of sending flowers, please come with a fond memory or story to share, plant a tree in memory of Max and Moe (see sympathyfloralstore.com), or if you wish, make a donation to a local charity.
Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels “Trusted care for the ones you love” ~ 575-537-0777. To send condolences, visit www.terrazasfuneralchapel.com .
Tommy Martinez Sanchez, 61, a resident of Lordsburg, NM
- Category: Obituaries Obituaries
- Published: 11 August 2023 11 August 2023
Tommy Martinez Sanchez, 61, a resident of Lordsburg, NM, entered eternal rest Sunday, August 6, 2023 at his residence. Tommy was born on March 29, 1962 to his parents, Manuel and Toni (Ortiz) Sanchez in Silver City, NM.
Tommy was a lifetime resident of Lordsburg NM. He was currently resided in Artesia, NM. He was a loving brother, uncle, friend, and most importantly father and grandfather. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family. He spent his last days happy spending time with his grandkids awaiting the birth of his newborn granddaughter. He left a big mark on everyone he came in contact with. He was loved by so many. He will be missed dearly.
He is survived by his sons, Tommy Sanchez Jr. (Companion-Leticia Nieto) of Tucson, AZ, Andrew Sanchez (companion-Summer Ness) of Artesia, NM, Carlos Sanchez; his daughters, Samantha Amaya (Fabian) of Artesia, NM and Felicia Sanchez; his four brothers, Manuel Sanchez (Vanessa) of Phoenix, AZ, Raymond Ortiz of Lordsburg, NM, Daniel Ortiz of Andrew, TX, Wally Sanchez (Marcy) of Lordsburg, NM; his three sisters, Jackie De La Garza of Lordsburg, NM, Michelle Sanchez of Tucson, AZ, Ermila Ortiz of Rio Rancho, NM; his five grandchildren; Xavier Gomez, Fabian Amaya, Jr., Damien Amaya, Mikey Molina, Olivia Sanchez; his numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his sister, Debbie Brito.
Rudy G. Valerio, 54, a resident of Bayard, NM
- Category: Obituaries Obituaries
- Published: 10 August 2023 10 August 2023
Rudy G. Valerio, 54, a resident of Bayard, NM entered eternal rest Friday, August 4, 2023 at his residence. He was born on May 17, 1969 to his parents, A.D. Jr. and Socorro Valerio in Silver City, NM.
Our Beloved Rudy was very loving, easy going and kind hearted. He graduated from Cobre High in 1987 and attended WNMU. He was a hardworking man, traveling to work in many different states.
Rudy had a great since of humor and always had jokes and stories to tell making gestures with his hands. He was an avid Chicago Bears and Cobre Indians fan. He loved listening to music and dancing. He also enjoyed playing horseshoes, cornhole, basketball, shooting pool and fishing. He made the best tacos and tortillas, just like Mama.
He looked forward to our camping trips, family gatherings and hanging out with his friends. He always took time to spend with our kids. Rudy lived his life the way he wanted and no one could tell him different. He cherished every moment.
Robert H. (Jep) Housley, 84, a resident of Silver City, NM
- Category: Obituaries Obituaries
- Published: 08 August 2023 08 August 2023
Robert H. (Jep) Housley passed from this life on Monday August 7, 2023 surrounded by family at his home after long illness.
Jep was born July 13, 1939 in Strawn, Texas, to R.A. and Sarah Wayland Housley. In 1941 the family moved to Silver City, NM where his father took over the Texaco Distributorship. Being raised in Silver City, Jep attended school and graduated in 1957 from the then Western High School in Silver City. Upon Graduation Jep attended the Virginia Military Institute,a fact that he was always proud to mention. In 1962 Jep joined the United States Coast Guard and served in Galveston, TX aboard the USCG Cutter Cahoone during the Cuban Missile crisis.
Jep received an Honorable discharge from the USCG to return home to run the family business due to his father’s illness. In 1963 on a blind date Jep met the love of his life Carol Simmons and they were married on June 3,1964. Jep and Carol were married 43 years until Carol’s death in 2006.
Francesca Veltri, 91, a resident of San Lorenzo, NM
- Category: Obituaries Obituaries
- Published: 08 August 2023 08 August 2023
Francesca Veltri, 91, of San Lorenzo passed away surrounded by loved ones on Thursday, August 3, 2023.
Visitation will begin at ten o'clock in the morning on Friday, August 11, 2023 at the San Lorenzo Mission in San Lorenzo, NM. A Recitation of the Holy Rosary will be led by Father Martin Okonkwo at eleven o'clock. The Funeral Mass will take place at eleven-thirty. The Rite of Committal and Interment will follow at San Lorenzo Cemetery.
Serving as Pallbearers are Paulo Veltri, Anthony Veltri, Victorio Veltri, Angelo Veltri, Dustin Armijo, and John R. Orona.
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Wanda Lou Taylor, 78, Truth or Consequences, NM
- Category: Obituaries Obituaries
- Published: 08 August 2023 08 August 2023
Wanda Lou Taylor, 78, a lifelong New Mexican went home to be with her Savoir on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. Wanda Lou was born November 14, 1944 in Silver City, NM to Henry T. and Sarah Vee (Arisman) Wallis. Wanda quickly became known as one of the toughest country girls you’d ever meet. She had a God-fearing heart of gold. Wanda was generous, loving, caring and fun. She loved to dance and raise a little cain, (she was a champion dancer!) but the thing she loved most was taking care of others. She opened her heart and her home to everyone and showed us all how to have a good time, but more importantly, how to love. Wanda had a deep love for everyone she met, and put her whole heart into everything she did. She was a devoted member of the LDS Church, P.E.O Jean Boswell, Chamiza Cowbelles and the Old Time Fiddlers, but she was most content at home, on her ranch. It was here you saw her shine, through her cooking, sewing and the love she served her family. Our loving wife, sister, mother, grandma and great grandma, Wanda, will be greatly missed and never forgotten.