Obituaries

Ruth A. Holzwarth, 95, of Silver City passed away Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at Fort Bayard Medical Center. Arrangements are pending under the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels.

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Doris Lina Lowry, 93, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at her residence surrounded by her family.  She was born October 13, 1932 at Schwetzingen, Germany to Gottlieb Walter Thron and Hilda Theresia Schweitzer.

She loved being the wife of a Silver City businessman; but her true passion was her home and family.  There was nothing else like it.  She is probably shining Heaven's gates a little more. She took such pride in everything she did.  Cooking through the holiday season was her favorite time of year.

She is survived by two sons, Ray Lowry and wife Kris of Silver City; David Lowry and wife Sandy of Silver City; three daughters, Darlene Ramirez and husband Joe of Silver City; Karen Brower and husband Warren of Melissa, TX; Shirley Townsend and husband Gary of Tucson, AZ; eleven grandchildren, twenty-one great grandchildren; one brother, Winfred Weisenberger of Oftersheim, Germany; daughter in-law, Gayle Lowry of El Paso, TX; special nieces, Gabi Wolf, Sylvia Stucknys, and Chris Tillery.  She was preceded in death by her parents, her loving husband, Virgil "Tex" Lowry; her son, Tommy Lowry; her grandsons, Robert and Timothy McGee; her daughter, Susan McGee; one brother, Norbert Weisenberger; one sister, Helma Ricker.

An obituary is not available at this time for Dena Sue (Williams) Board. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

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Doris Lina Lowry, 93, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at her residence surrounded by her family.  Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.

Randy L. Hallauer

November 26, 1955 - November 2, 2025

Randy L. Hallauer 69 years old passed away November 2, in Deming. He was born November 26, 1955 in Elyria, Ohio to Thomas and Elizabeth Hallauer.

Randy graduated in 1974 from Elyria High School. He entered the United States Air Force December 10, 1974. He was an Aircraft Pneudraulic Systems Journeyman before cross training to become an Air Traffic Control Radar Craftsman. During his service he earned numerous medals and commendations. He retired December 31, 1994.

He enjoyed hunting with his father and brothers. Collecting coins and sports memorabilia.

Randy is survived by two sons, Sheridan, El Paso, TX, Tommy (Destanie) Las Cruces. One brother Rick (Diane) Bedford, VA. One granddaughter Aurora. Many nieces and nephews.

Randy was preceded in death by his parents Thomas and Elizabeth Hallauer, brother Thomas Hallauer, Sister Roxanne (Milt), niece Debbie Pippert.

Terrence F. Bala

October 13, 1942 – November 10, 2025

Terrence Bala, 83, of Deming, New Mexico, formerly of Hickory Hills, Illinois, passed away on November 10, 2025.

Born on October 13, 1942, Terrence was the son of the late Sylvia Milas Bala and the late Fred Bala. He is survived by his daughters, Sandra Bala Wayteck (John) and Wendy Bala; his grandchildren, John Wayteck Jr. and Jessica Wayteck; his sisters, Carol Ann Skowronski (late Raymond) and Joan Schopf (Late Norman); and many nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

Terrence lived a carefree and independent life, always true to himself. He enjoyed the simple pleasures, found joy in the company of his beloved dog, and had a lifelong love of cars and fireworks. His easygoing nature and quiet humor made him memorable to those who knew him.

He will be missed by those who cared for him and remembered with affection by his family.

Samuel Curtis "Curt" Hardcastle, 74, of Silver City, New Mexico, hung up his tools and took his well-earned rest on November 6, 2025. Born June 23, 1951, he lived the kind of life you could set your watch by: honest, hard-working, and full of heart.

Curt grew up between California and Missouri, raised by his grandparents, Samuel Hobart Hardcastle and Effie Mae Sanders Hardcastle. They taught him the good stuff early: work hard, keep your word, and take care of your own & others. He did all these, every single day.

While in Missouri, he met a girl named Lark, thanks to her best friend, who clearly knew what she was doing. They married, built a life together in Missouri, chased warmer weather to Arizona, and eventually settled in Silver City, New Mexico. For nearly 51 years they were partners in life and love, and in long-range shooting, where Lark was his trusted spotter, calling the wind and sharing the aim.

Curt started tinkering with firearms back in the 1970s while working as a machinist to keep his family fed and his projects running. A hobby turned into a calling, and Hardcastle Custom Handguns was born, later growing into Hardcastle Custom Machine. After moving to Arizona, Curt caught the single-shot rifle bug and never looked back. Competitive shooting sparked his passion for bringing old rifles back to life, and soon he was known as a highly regarded gunsmith who did things the old-fashioned way, by the honor system.

Catalina "Katie" Lopez-Kincheloe, 88, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at her residence surrounded by her family.  Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.