Obituaries

Natalie D. Arington (Clay, Ackerly), 62, Deming resident passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at Mimbres Valley Medical Center with her husband Stewart by her side.

She was born March 13, 1964 in Park Ridge, Illinois to Garner Howard Clay Jr. and Carolyn Sue McLane. Natalie grew up in Greenfield, Indiana and graduated from Central High School in Greenfield. She later attended Arizona State University and received her bachelor's degree. She loved animals, especially her dogs and her most precious Standard Poodle, Torrie. Together they volunteered at Gateway Airport in Phoenix, AZ in the C.A.R.E Team Therapy Dogs. Natalie was also a Real Estate Broker and later became self-employed as a Health Insurance Broker. She found profound joy in helping others gain proper health insurance for themselves and their families. She was a member of Rotary District 5520 here in Deming and the American Legion Auxiliary. On June 4, 2024 she married Stewart W. Arington and together they shared many memoires and beautiful times until her passing. Natalie will be deeply missed by the many lives she touched.

She is survived by her beloved husband, Stewart W. Arington; her step-children, Leah Arington Badgwell, Damian J. Badgwell, and Samuel Stewart Arington; a step-granddaughter, Rosemary Faye Badgwell; as well and many friends and extended family. Natalie is preceded in death by her parents Garner Howard Jr. and Carolyn Sue Clay; as well as her sister, Kimberly Clay.

Juanita (Jennie) Aragon Garcia, 92, former resident of Deming passed away on Saturday, August 1, 2026 in Tucson, AZ surrounded by her family. Jennie was born in Tortugas, NM on June 24, 1934 to Ricarte Aragon and Petra Herrera

Jennie worked for the Deming Public Schools cafeteria and was an Avon Lady for many years.

She is survived by her children, Robert A. Garcia, Ronald (Socorro) Garcia, and Lisa (Bill) Ryan; 9 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren and 13 great-great grandchildren; as well as many nieces and nephews.

Jennie is predeceased by her parents; her husband, Robert P. Garcia; a son, Arnold Garcia; a grandson, Robert Michael Moore; 3 siblings, Richard Aragon, Lily Chavez and Frank Aragon; as well as her companion, Lupe Terrazas.

A special thanks goes to the caring staff at Via Elegante in Tucson, AZ.

We will miss our beautiful, loving mother and grandmother and her beautiful smile and encouragement she gave us. We are grateful for the unwavering faith and love of our Lord Jesus Christ that our mother and grandmother instilled in us. Her strength and inspiration will forever be in our hearts. We love you, Mom.

Eddie L. Garcia, 79, of Silver City passed away on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 in Las Cruces.  Services are pending.

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Rebecca M. Brown, 77, of Hurley passed away Monday, August 3, 2026 at Memorial Medical Center in Las Cruces. Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels. Service arrangements are pending.

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Gloria Altamirano Obituary

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Gloria Altamirano Madrid. Gloria lived a life rooted in faith, love, compassion, and service to others.

Gloria was a devoted and loving wife to Raul Madrid, whose love and partnership were a blessing throughout their years together.

For more than 20 years, Gloria faithfully served at St. Ann Catholic Church. She began her journey there as a secretary and ultimately served in her final role as Office Manager. Throughout her years of service, she dedicated herself to many ministries, assisting families through bereavement, helping coordinate weddings, quinceañeras, and baptisms, and serving as a catechism teacher. She was also a devoted member of the Apostolado del Sagrado Corazón de Jesús and a proud Cursillista, living her faith through service, prayer, and love for others.

Gloria had a true servant's heart. She was known for her joyful spirit, warm smile, and welcoming personality. She found great fulfillment in helping others and touched countless lives through her kindness, generosity, and unwavering faith. Many within the church and community came to know her as someone who always made others feel loved, supported, and valued.

Gail C. Wimberly, 83, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Monday, August 3, 2026, at Gila Regional Medical Center. She was born on September 24, 1942, to Richard and Hope Browne, in Oroville, California.

Gail loved her dogs, Lady, Luke, Rascal and Roxy. She enjoyed gardening and playing in the yard, where she could make an Oasis in the middle of the desert with her landscaping techniques.  She was an archeologist and editor for Human Systems Research, and their company published many manuscripts about the Tularosa Basin and White Sands.

Gail is survived by her daughters Dixine Moore and Vickie Fulton (Doug); her grandchildren Tiana Sanchez (Jason), Desiree Gonzales (Jeremy), Tristin Moore (Bailey), Brennan Sharpe & Jonathan Peters; her great-grandchildren Jayelyn Sanchez, Mia Sanchez, Joseph Arzola, Jonathan Peters Jr., and Jayce Daniel Peters; her only companion pet, Roxy.; her sister in-law, Lynne Browne. She is preceded in death by the love of her life Mark Wimberly and son Zachary Sharpe; her brother, Charles Browne.

 Cremation will take 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. 

 In Loving Memory of

Nona May Stubblefield Lindley

July 28, 1936  —  July 28, 2026

Nona May Stubblefield Lindley entered this world on July 28, 1936, in Buhl, Idaho, welcomed by her parents, Delbert and Margaret Stubblefield, as the second of their four children. She left this world peacefully on July 28, 2026, at Fort Bayard Medical Center, on her 90th birthday, following a short illness.

As a girl, Nona traveled across the western United States alongside her family, moving from field to field as they worked the land together, a childhood that instilled in her a quiet toughness and a deep respect for home and labor. In 1957, while in California, she crossed paths with the man who would become the love of her life, Walter Lindley. They exchanged vows in Indio, California, on May 9, 1958, setting off on a partnership that would span decades and carry them through many seasons of life.

Robert Considine, 80, resident of Silver City, NM, entered eternal rest on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at his residence. 

 Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral and Crematory Chapels. " Trusted care for the ones you love" ~ 575-537-0777.