Obituaries

Kenneth Langdon Hutchins, 90, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Thursday, March 5, 2026 at Fort Bayard Medical Center.  He was born June 1, 1935 in San Francisco, CA to Ruben and Eunice (Armstrong) Hutchins.

Mr. Hutchins proudly served his country with the U.S. Navy. 

He is survived by his son, Kenneth Hutchins Jr. and wife Stephanie of Santa Rosa, CA; two daughters, Anastasia Mack and husband Ryan and Melissa Goldsmith; four grandchildren, Kenneth Hutchins III, Taylor and Sara Mack, and James Hutchins; one great grandson, Matthew Hutchins.  He was preceded in death by his parents.

Cremation has taken place at Terrazas Crematory.  Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels and Crematory "Trusted care for the ones you love" ~ 575-537-0777.  To send condolences, visit www.terrazasfuneralchapel.com. 

Cecilia Hagen, 82, of Las Cruces, NM, went to be with her Savior on March 11, 2026. Cecilia was born on February 4, 1944, in Hot Springs, NM, to Luis Terrazas and Virginia Gurule. She was the oldest of eight children and learned at an early age to help care for her siblings and make tortillas for the family. She married Russell Hagen on November 23, 1963, and they went on to have three children together. They were married for 50 years before his passing on March 23, 2014.

Cecilia became a Christian and dedicated her life to the godly education of her children, not just in word, but through her actions. She was a quiet, humble, and steady person of deep faith who put the needs of others before her own. Her Sunday lunch table was open to anyone in need of a meal or fellowship, and she spent many hours on her knees praying for others.

Her defining traits are seen in many scriptures: "Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. Blessed are the merciful, for they will receive mercy. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God" (Matthew 5). These blessings spoken by Jesus were not just for Cecilia—but through her—to her family and friends. She had a sincere faith even through difficult times (2 Timothy 1:5), which is her legacy to her children and grandchildren.

Olivia Lobato Camarena, 55, a resident of Deming entered eternal rest on Sunday, March 15, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

Olivia Lobato was born in San Agustín del Pulque (La Noria), Michoacán, Mexico to Valente Lobato and Cristina Camarena. From a young age, she was a person with a special charisma; she had the gift of making friends with everyone. In 1992, she arrived in the United States, she lived in Uvas Valley, New Mexico, and in 1996 moved to Deming, where she lived until her death. She has left a great void, as she was well-known for selling her red and green tamales, and the joy she shared with everyone. Olivia left a great legacy of compassion. She had a huge heart and never hesitated to help others. Today, Deming mourns the loss of a great human being. Rest in peace, Olivia Lobato. December 25, 1970 - March 16, 2026

She is survived by her children Javier Lobato, Luis (Esmeralda) Mendoza, Gloria (Juan) Lobato, Edith Moran, Juilo Moran, and Francsico Moran; her parents, Valente Lobato and Cristina Camarena; her 8 grandchildren and 7 of her siblings. Olivia was preceded in death by her son-in-law, Jesus "Chuy" Aguilar and her best friend, Gloria Chavez.

Luis A. Rodriguez, 46, resident of Columbus passed away Tuesday March 10, 2026.  Arrangements are pending.

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Maria Cecilia Hagen, 82, a resident of Las Cruces, NM entered eternal rest on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at Blue Horizon Assisted Living in Las Cruces, NM.  Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.

William G. Von Hoff, 99, was born on March 19, 1926, in Batavia, Illinois, and passed away on March 4, 2026, at the Ambrosio Guillen Texas State Veterans Home in El Paso, Texas.  William is the third child of Otto Isadore Von Hoff and Minnie Ellen (Coester) Von Hoff (both Deceased).  His older siblings are George Von Hoff (Deceased) and Mildred Hollis (Deceased).  His younger brother, Charles Von Hoff, lives in Illinois.

At age nine, William had the largest newspaper delivery route in town.  He later handset bowling pins, two lanes at a time, at the local bowling alley.  He joined the United States Navy at 17 years old, following his older brother George.  He completed basic training at the Great Lakes Naval Center at North Chicago and was stationed as a Baker Second Class at Pacific Beach Naval Base in Washington State.  The base is now a Navy Resort and Conference Center.  He also served at Pacific Beach Naval Station in California.   William met Claribel Lee Coffey while in Washington State. They were married on January 16, 1945, by the Methodist Church minister in Aberdeen Washington.  Following his Navy enlistment, William returned to Batavia, Illinois, where he became an electrical lineman.

Alex Montes, de 26 años, residente de Deming, falleció el sábado 6 de marzo de 2026 en su casa.

La visitacion se llevará a cabo el viernes, 20 de marzo del 2026 en la funeraria Baca's a las 9:30 de la mañana. La recitación del santo rosario será a las 10 de la mañana seguido de la misa de cuerpo presente a las 11 de la mañana en la Iglesia Catolica Sagrada Familia, con el entierro en el cementerio Vista de la Montaña, Padre Prakasham Babu oficiando.

Alex nació el 18 de noviembre de 1999, hijo de Maria Aguirre y Candelario Montes. A Alex le gustaba pasar tiempo con su familia.

Le sobreviven su mama, Maria Montes; sus 2 hermanos, Daniel Montes (Gabriela Soto) y Manuel Montes; 3 sobrinos, su abuela materna, familia extendida y amigos.

A Alex le precedieron en la muerte su papa, Candelario Montes; 1 hermano, Antonio Montes; su abuelo materno y sus abuelos paternos.

Tienen el honor de ser portadores del feretro Daniel Montes, Gustavo Valenzuela, Mario Campos, Angel Soto, Lorenzo Trevizo  y Carlos Miranda.

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.