Obituaries

David "Dave" E. Millard, age 80, passed away Saturday, October 26, 2024 at home surrounded by family and friends.

Dave is survived by his children Kim (Franklin) English, Troy (Nicole) Millard and Kindra (David) Millard; his granddaughters, Destiny (Noah) Stockwell, Hope Millard, Jordan Millard, Cheyenne Wise and Peyton Prouty; his brothers, Tom (Becky) Millard, Terry (Letha) Millard; and life partner, Sara Day, along with trusty family and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Antoinett; his brother, Wally and sister, Donna and his favorite companion, Deuce Dog.

Dave served in the United States Air Force. He had an extensive work life and would do anything pertaining to work, usually working two jobs. Dave led a very active life and could not be still or stop a project until the sun went down. He could fix anything and make it run better than new. He will be remembered for the four 1979 Fords he built; his work ethic and go-power; his blue eyes, his big smile, and his orneriness.

Patricia Lou Upshaw, 93, Deming resident passed away Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at Memorial Mimbres Hospital.

Patricia was born to Rachel Reichart and Angelo Milanos on January 14, 1931 at Hillsboro, Illinois. She was a volunteer at the Deming Luna Mimbres Museum and a member of the Ret Hat Society, she liked to do some embroidery, spend time with her family specially her grandchildren.

Patricia is survived by her daughters; Juanita Rose (Keith) Robison and Aurora (David) Elliott, 10 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren; 3 sisters, Betty Stone, Mary Johnson and Mary Milanos.

She is preceded in death by her parents, husbands; Peder Chris Jensen and Willie Upshaw, son Jon Allen Jensen, brother; Bill Milanos and 2 granddaughters; Nicole Jensen and Michelle Heemsbergen.

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James John McIntire

09-09-1947

Born in Brooklyn, New York in 1947 grew up in Staten Island in a full house with his mother and father and 7 siblings. He joined the Navy in 1965 and only served a short time, came back to the states and started a roofing business. Over the years he was a contractor and was a jack of all trades and knew how to fix or build just about anything.

The ultimate handyman was Jimmy Mack. He always worked hard and if you asked anyone, he was the toughest man you'd ever meet, but not when it came to his children, he had quite a soft spot for his kids.

Jimmy moved down to Florida in the 80's and there he continued to be the great father and charming man he always was. Jimmy had his son James Jr. first, many years later he had 2 daughters Caitlin (husband Timothy) and Theresa (husband Austin).

Fred J. Gonzales, 78, a resident of Bayard, NM entered eternal rest Sunday, December 8, 2024 at Raymond G. Murphy Hospital in Albuquerque, NM. Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.

Antony Melenudo Escamilla, 73, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Sunday, December 1, 2024 at Three Crosses Regional Hospital in Las Cruces, NM. Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.

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Priscilla Garcia, 96, passed away Thursday, December 5, 2024 at Sunset Vista Assisted Living. Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels. Service arrangements are pending.

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Rosa P. Casarez, age 92, of Russellville, Arkansas, died Friday, December 6, 2024, at her home with her family.

She was born May 17, 1932, in Gila, New Mexico, to Hilario and Avelina Maldonado Polanco.

Rosa was an amazing homemaker and neighbor. She loved to cook and take care of her home and children, as well as being outside tending to her flowers. Rosa was a devout member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Bayard and dedicated much of her time to her church, often baking her special lemon meringue pie for bake sales and other church functions.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, David Casarez; a brother, Julio Polanco; and two sisters, Irene Placencio and Anita Torrez.

She is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Olga and Mark Klunder, and Carmen and Willy Hefler; a brother, Candido Polanco; three sisters, Mary Jean Lovato, Lorenza Polanco and Lila Provencio; a sister-in-law, Ruth Polanco; four grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.

Visitation for Rosa will take place at ten-thirty in the morning on Thursday, December 19, 2024 at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Bayard. A Recitation of the Holy Rosary will follow at eleven o'clock. The Funeral Mass will begin at eleven-thirty. Father Martin Okonkwo will officiate. The Rite of Committal and Interment will be at Fort Bayard National Cemetery following the Mass.

Serving as Pallbearers are Adam Klunder, Anthony Klunder, Sonia Hoefler Barnes, and David Hoefler.

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Roberto "Bobby" Mendoza, a loving brother, uncle, step-father, step-grandfather, and friend passed away November 30, 2024 in Silver City.

Known to his family and friends as Bobby, he was born on October 23, 1930 in Silver City to Victor A. Mendoza and Luisa Flores Mendoza. He was a lifelong resident of Silver City and spent most of his work life at the former Maxwell House store. Bobby was a devout Catholic. He demonstrated his deep faith by his kindness and always optimistic outlook on life. He was loved by his family and many friends.

He is survived by brother Joe Mendoza; nieces Rita Ortiz (Gilbert), Christina Montoya (Michael), Denise Mendoza (Rudy), and Lorraine Montoya-Vigil (Timothy); nephews John McKendricks and Jeff McKendricks; step-children, Helen Salaiz; Richard Valencia, Johnny Valencia, Paul Valencia, Michael Valencia, and George Valencia; several grand nieces, nephews, and step-grandchildren; and several great grand nieces, nephews, and step-great grandchildren. Bobby was preceded in death by his wife, Guadalupe "Lupe" Mendoza, his parents Victor and Luisa Mendoza, his sister Carmen Montoya, and brother Victor Mendoza, Jr