Obituaries

Marciano "Chanito" Rios Flores, Jr., 81, a U.S. Marine veteran and resident of El Paso, TX, entered eternal rest Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at Ambrosio Guillen Texas State Veterans Home in El Paso, TX.  He was born November 26, 1943 to his parents, Marciano Sr. and Sarah (Rios) Flores in Santa Rita, NM. 

Chanito loved being around family, especially his nieces and nephews. Chanito was the oldest out of his siblings, but always seemed to look up to them and admire his brothers and sisters. He was also a very devoted and proud Marine and served many years as a LCPL, Lance Corporal. He loved gathering his family and telling them stories of when he was Marine. Talking about being a Marine would bring him so much happiness, you could see it in his eyes. When Chanito was younger, he would love exploring the Santa Rita and Georgetown area. He loved finding new caves, and discovering pottery and arrowheads. He loved being outside, no matter what the weather looked like. Chanito could bring a smile to anyone's face. Everyone who knew and loved him will miss him dearly. 

Esperanza Silva 97, of Silver City passed away on Friday, July 25, 2025 at her residence.  Services are pending and will become available soon.

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An obituary is not available at this time for Wayne Matthew Krack. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

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Ramiro Saucedo, 64, of Silver City passed away at home on July 22, 2025 surrounded by his family. 

Ramiro Saucedo was born to Magdalena Saucedo in Carlsbad, NM on December 14, 1960.  Ramiro moved to and made Silver City NM his home in 2014 and moved in with his partner, Marth Sepulveda. 

Ramiro is survived by his partner, Martha Sepulveda; his son, Jeremiah M. Saucedo (Lucinda); and sisters, Alma Murray (Kenny), Pricilla Carrasco, and Delilah Luhan (Leroy), and Carlos Ortega.  He is also survived by his grandchildren, Aracely O. Saucedo and Jerimiah O. Saucedo. Also surviving him are many nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his beloved mother, Magdalena, and a sister, Lila Saucedo Rose.

Cremation has been entrusted to Baca's Funeral Chapels.  No services have been scheduled at this time.

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Marciano Rios Flores, Jr., 81, a U.S. Marine veteran and resident of El Paso, TX, entered eternal rest Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at Ambrosio Guillen Texas State Veterans Home in El Paso, TX.  He was born November 26, 1943 to his parents, Marciano Sr. and Sarah (Rios) Flores in Santa Rita, NM. 

He is survived by his brothers, Robert Flores and Andy Gomez; his sisters, Virginia Arriola, Mary Lou Rivas and Juanita Perez; his numerous nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Joe Rivas; his sister Ermalinda Morales. 

David Laurence Barker

October 2, 1941 – July 14, 2025

David Laurence Barker, 83, of Deming, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2025.

Born on October 2, 1941, in Lawrence, Massachusetts, David was the son of Kenneth and Grace Barker.  He is survived by his brothers, Daniel and Benjamin, his sister, Esther, and many loving nieces and nephews. 

David proudly served in the United States Marine Corps for six years and was honorably discharged.  His dedication to duty and country will be recognized with full military honors during his inurnment.

In the later years of his life, David found profound meaning and purpose in his Catholic faith.  A devout Catholic, he lovingly handcrafted rosaries for his friends and family—sharing not only a symbol of faith, but also his generous spirit.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Cynthia Lea (Anderson) Dietschak, age 78, who died on June 20, 2025 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.  Born in St.Paul, Minnesota on October 29, 1946, Cindy was raised in Ontario, California and graduated from Chaffey High School.

 After high school, Cindy attended Chaffey Community College and Hayward State University. Cindy had her two children with Robert Davis and went on to marry the love of her life, Franz Dietschak.

After owning her own book store and then clothing store in Los Osos, CA, Cindy became employed as a Correctional Officer at the California Men's Colony in San Luis Obispo, CA.  Upon retiring from the prison, Cindy and Franz relocated to Pinos Altos, NM, where they opened a chiropractic office in Silver City.  With their love of riding their Harley, Cindy and Franz enjoyed exploring the southwest, but were always happy to return home to their 3 beloved dogs - Red, Hot and Bradshaw.  After losing Franz, Cindy spent her final years in Rio Rancho, NM.

Debra Kaye Steele, 69, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Friday, July 18, 2025, surrounded by family and friends at her residence.  Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.