Obituaries

Diane Gojkovich, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Saturday, November 29, 2025. Diane was born May 26, 1941 in Bisbee, AZ to her parents Louis and Dolpha Voelckel.

Diane was raised in Bisbee, AZ and attended Bisbee School District. For a short time attended the Benson Schools which she spoke dearly about. When Diane was sixteen, she married the love of her life Dickie on April 5, 1958. The young married couple made a name in Lower Eagle Creek, and Long Beach, CA. and eventually moving back to Bisbee, AZ. In 1968 with their youngest being five months old they moved to Morenci, AZ and settled in to raise their family.

She is survived by her three children Dena Gojkovich of Peoria, AZ; Michael Gojkovich (Genalynn) of Pima, AZ; Stephen Gojkovich of Silver City, NM; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; brother-in-law Tom Gojkovich (Cathy); sister-in-law Kay Gojkovich (Nancy); numerous nieces and nephews. 

She was preceded in death by some very special people in her life. Her parents Louis and Dolpha Voelckel; her beloved husband of fifty-two years Richard (Dickie) Gojkovich; her siblings Gertie Hinton, Geraldine Mallett, Tommie Miller, Donnie Miller, Leola Voelckel, Patt Popovich and Louis Voelckel. 

William G. Von Hoff, 99, a resident of Las Cruces, NM entered eternal rest Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at his residence.  Arrangements with Terrazas Funeral Chapels and Crematory  ~ 575-537-0777

Ina Polk, 63, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Thursday, March 5, 2026, at her residence.  Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.

William Raymond Allen, 79, of Deming, New Mexico marched into Heaven with Jesus on March 4, 2026. He was a resident here in the Land of Enchantment since 2004. Bill was a member of the First Christian Church, as well as the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, the Friends of Rockhound State Park, Inc., and the American Legion Bataan Post #4.

He was born in Santa Paula, California in 1946 where his grandmother had a beautiful citrus ranch in nearby Fillmore in Ventura County. Bill had lots of fond memories of time spent at the ranch as a child. Later on, he and his family traveled to many places around the globe because his father was a pilot in the Navy and was involved with the Naval Missile Test Center: Point Mugu in Southern California; Kwajalein in the Marshall Islands; Hawaii; Memphis, Tennessee; and finally, Albuquerque, New Mexico. Valley High School was Bill's alma mater and after graduation, he followed in his father's footsteps and enlisted in the Navy, with his father swearing him in! Bill proudly served on the USS Yorktown on her flight deck until 1968, when he was honorably discharged and returned to Ventura County.

While working as a reserve deputy with the Ventura County Sheriff's Office, he met his future wife, Sally. Bill eventually secured a Deputy position with the El Dorado County Sheriff's Office in Placerville, Lake Tahoe Division. Sally followed him up there and they were married in 1972 on Fonnette Island in Emerald Bay of Lake Tahoe. His wife, Sally liked to say it was the best wedding they ever attended!

Maria B. Enriquez, 87, a lifelong resident of Deming, New Mexico, entered eternal rest peacefully at her home on Saturday, March 7, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

Maria was born on May 20, 1938, in Flores Magon, Chihuahua, to her loving parents, Simon and Celestina Chavez. She lived a life filled with love, devotion, and family.

On March 2, 1957, she married the love of her life, Alfredo Enriquez, beginning a beautiful journey that would span 48 wonderful years together. Their marriage was built on love, commitment, and countless cherished memories.

She found her greatest joy in being surrounded by her family. She was always a proud grandmother to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and she had the special honor of becoming a great-great-grandmother. Her love for her family was unconditional, and the time spent together meant everything to her.

Maria will be remembered for her warmth, her strength, and the deep love she had for those around her. Her presence brought comfort and happiness to so many, and her memory will continue to live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.

She will be greatly missed by all who cherished her.

Brenda Faith Lane, 85, of Silver City passed away on Monday, February 16, 2026 at Fort Bayard Medical Center.

A Memorial Mass will take place on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Silver City.  Concluding service and burial will follow at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Cemetery.  Officiating will be Father Oliver Obele.

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Robert Dean Burchfield, 42, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at La Posada Assisted Living in Las Cruces, NM.  He was born December 28, 1983 in Taos, NM to Gregory Dean Burchfield and Lovella Purcell.

Robert proudly served his country in the United States Air Force from 2004 to 2012, achieving the rank of Staff Sergeant. During his service he was deeply involved with the Honor Guard for five years where he became the head trainer, mentoring and guiding fellow service members with dedication and respect for military tradition. 

Outside of his military service, he was a committed member of his church Grace Bible Fellowship. He faithfully served the church, including helping make the food for Men's Breakfast in which he taught his three boys the meaning of serving. He gave each one a task-Isaiah he taught to make the pancakes, JJ was in charge of cooking bacon, and Josiah was tasked with eggs. When Rob was unable to serve in this area, the men from church would pick up the boys and they would continue their father's service. Through the years, he also served on a church board as well as volunteered for children's church. His heart for service and fellowship made a lasting impact on those around him. 

In his free time, he found joy in the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. These moments brought him peace and he loved sharing them with his family. 

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