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Obituaries
Obituary notices.
- Category: Obituaries
Hector M. Molina, Jr.
June 21, 1967 – August 24, 2026
Hector M. Molina, Jr., 59, of Lordsburg, New Mexico, passed away unexpectedly on August 24, 2026. His sudden passing has left an immeasurable void in the lives of his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing and loving him.
Hector was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend. Though his life was taken far too soon, the love, laughter, faith, and countless memories he created will continue to live on through everyone who knew and loved him.
One of the most special relationships in Hector's life was the deep and unconditional love he shared with his father, Hector Molina, Sr. Their bond was one of a kind—a love built through years of family, memories, laughter, and a connection that could never be replaced. Hector loved his dad deeply, and that love was evident in the way he spoke about him, cared for him, and cherished the time they shared. The loss of Hector leaves behind not only a beloved son, but a piece of his father's heart that will forever carry his memory.
- Category: Obituaries
Larry Lee Anderson, 78, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Monday, August 24, 2026 at Tucson Medical Center in Tucson, Arizona. Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777
- Category: Obituaries
Karen Elizabeth Hickman, 77, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at Silver City Care Center. Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.
- Category: Obituaries
Cira Duarte, 85, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Wednesday, August 26,2026 at Gila Regional Medical Center. Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.
- Category: Obituaries
Ruben A. Miranda, 72 of Safford, AZ and formerly of Santa Clara passed away Monday, August 17, 2026.
A Recitation of the Holy Rosary will take place at six o'clock in the evening on Friday, September 4, 2026 at the Santa Clara Catholic Church in Santa Clara, NM. A memorial service will be held at ten o'clock in the morning on Saturday, September 5, 2026 at Baca's Funeral Chapel in Silver City. Concluding services and inurnment will follow at Santa Clara Cemetery.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Ruben A. Miranda, please visit our floral store.
- Category: Obituaries
An obituary is not available at this time for Richard Arrey Aguirre. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Richard Arrey Aguirre, please visit our floral store.
- Category: Obituaries
Paul Martinez, 83, of Hurley, NM passed away August 14, 2026 at his home surrounded by his family.
At Paul's request, cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service and celebration of his life will be at Eleven o'clock in the morning on Friday, August 28, 2026 at Baca's Funeral Chapels in Silver City. Officiating will be Dr. Gilbert Arizaga. His ashes will be laid to rest at a later date in Farmington, NM
Paul was born was born August 29, 1942 in Coyote, NM to Joe and Lori Martinez. He had been a resident of Grant County for about the last 18 years, coming from Farmington, NM. He had work and retired as an engineer for the mining industry in various parts of the country. Paul was a member of the Moose Lodge as well as a member of the Roman Catholic Church, Infant Jesus Shrine in Hurley.
Paul is survived by his wife Teresa Martinez; sons, Paul Martinez, Jr. and Rick Martinez both of Farmington, NM; daughter, Criselia Samora of Farmington, NM; step daughters, Debi Martinez of Hurley, NM, Patti Treviso of Silver City, NM and Denise Juarez of Las Vegas, NV.; brother, Leonard Martinez of Farmington, NM; sisters, Pricilla Lopez of Farmington, NM, Pearl Gillespie of Meza, AZ, and Susie Park of Farmington, NM. Also surviving are seven grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Paul was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Lawrence "Lori" Martinez; brother and sister-in-law, Joseph and Theresa Martinez, step-son, Roy Martinez, Jr. and brother-in-law, Brett Gillespie.
- Category: Obituaries
Theresa Alvarado, 51, a resident of Bayard, NM entered eternal rest, Sunday, August 23, 2026. Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels. "Trusted care for the ones you love" ~ 575-537-0777.
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