Obituaries

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Susie Terrazas, 59, a resident of Bayard, NM - pending

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Published: 23 October 2023 23 October 2023

Susie Terrazas, 59, a resident of Bayard, NM, entered eternal rest Sunday, October 22, 2023 at her home surrounded by family and loved ones.  Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.

James S. Cranford, 82, a resident of Silver City, NM

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Published: 23 October 2023 23 October 2023

USArmyJames S. Cranford, 82, of Silver City passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, October 22, 2023. Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels.


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Sherrill Joyce Davis, 71, a resident of Deming, NM

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Published: 21 October 2023 21 October 2023

DavisSSherrill Joyce Davis, 71, Deming resident was born January 21st, 1952 in Friend, Nebraska. She passed away Saturday, October 14th, 2023 in the comfort of her home.


Sherrill attended school at Milligan public schools in Nebraska, and graduated from the University of Nebraska with a public teaching degree. She worked in management with Carol Wright for many years before co-founding Carpets Direct Floor Covering Store with her husband in Lincoln, Nebraska. She found peace and enjoyment in nature, hiking, GARDENING, family, chocolate, and coffee amongst other things. She moved to the mountains outside of Deming, New Mexico with her husband in 2008 upon retirement. Sherrill had a huge heart and loved her husband, Tom, son, Travis, and all her family and friends. She passed away after living with cancer the past 2 and a half years. She will be forever missed by the people in her life. She would want us all to enjoy our lives and be good to one another!”
Cremation has been entrusted to Baca's Mimbres Crematory. 

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Angel Rojas Gonzalez Sr., 71, a resident of Lordsburg, NM

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Published: 20 October 2023 20 October 2023

Angel Rojas Gonzalez Sr., 71, a resident of Lordsburg, NM entered eternal rest Sunday, October 15, 2023 at Memorial Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM.  He was born on November 22, 1951 to his parents, Alfredo and Angelina (Rojas) Gonzales in Lordsburg, NM. 

He is survived by his mother; his son, Angel R. Gonzales Jr (Katie E.) of Lordsburg, NM; his brother Jimmy Gonzales of Lordsburg, NM and his sister, Victoria “Vicky” Gonzales of Lordsburg, NM and his eight grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his father, his wife, Sandra (Silvas) Gonzales; his daughter, Veronica Ivette Gonzales. 

The family has decided to not have a service at this time. 

Cremation will take place at Terrazas Crematory.  Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels and Crematory “Trust care for the ones you love” ~ 575-537-0777.  To send condolences, visit www.terrazasfuneralchapel.com .     

Timothy Angus Miller, 61, a resident of Hurley, NM

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Published: 20 October 2023 20 October 2023

MillerTTimothy Angus Miller, 61, a resident of Hurley, NM entered eternal rest Saturday, September 9, 2023 in Albuquerque, NM.  He was born May 23, 1962 in Berkley, CA to Rhys Lloyd and Barbara Irene Miller.  Mr. Miller proudly served his country with the U.S. Navy.

He is survived by one daughter, Renee Peña and companion from Tyrone; one son, Dan Miller of Hubbard, TX; two granddaughters, Jayden Peña and Kiley Pierpont.  He was preceded in death by his parents, and maternal grandparents, Harold and Mary Raxter.

A Graveside service will take place at Fort Bayard National Cemetery on Friday, October 27h at 2pm with full military honors.

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 .

Lydia Galaz, 84, a resident of San Lorenzo, NM

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Published: 20 October 2023 20 October 2023

Lydia Galaz, 84, a resident of San Lorenzo, NM, entered eternal rest Monday, October 16, 2023 surrounded by her family in Los Lunas, NM.  She was born in May 9, 1939 to her parents, Jose and Amelia (Grijalva) Montoya in Mimbres, NM. 

She is survived by her son, Alex Galaz (Vikki) of Los Lunas, NM; her daughter, Louise Lara (Alex) of Los Lunas, NM; her seven grandchildren; Manuel Galaz (Denise), Samuel Galaz, Roberto Galaz, Maria Elena Galaz, Teresa Lara, Alejandro Lara (Jocelyn), Lorenzo Lara (Katie); her six great-grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Manuel Galaz; her parents; her son, Sammy Ray Galaz. 

A Memorial service will be held on Friday, October 27, 2023 San Lorenzo Catholic Church, with the Holy Rosary starting at 9:00am, recited by Alex Lara and the Funeral service commencing at 9:30am, with Father Martin Okonkwo officiating.  An Inurnment with Full Military Honors will follow at 11:00am at Fort Bayard National Cemetery, where both Lydia and her husband, Manuel Galaz, will be laid to rest together. 

Cremation will take place at Terrazas Crematory.  Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels and Crematory “Trust care for the ones you love” ~ 575-537-0777.  To send condolences, visit www.terrazasfuneralchapel.com .     

Kenneth Bookout, 90, a resident of Bayard, NM

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Published: 20 October 2023 20 October 2023

BookoutKenneth Bookout, 90, a lifelong resident of New Mexico, passed peacefully in his sleep on the morning of October 18, 2023.  He was born in Tularosa in 1933 to his parents Fred and Lola (Evans) Bookout. 

Kenneth served in the US Army and was Honorably discharged on 4/10/1952.  He received his Bachelor’s degree from WNMU in Social Science.  He worked as a Heavy Equipment Operator and retired from Kennecott.  In life, he was an avid hunter and outdoorsman. 

He is survived by his lovely wife, Ola (Dozier) Bookout of Bayard, NM; his three daughters, Sheryl Wynn (David) of Wickenburg, AZ, Shirley Knight of Tucson, AZ, Beverly Bookout of Boulder, CO; his eight grandchildren, Kenneth Visconti (Alexis), Kristy Visconti (Kory Watson), Keisha Priddy (Shannon), Tanya Henson (Matt), Scott Wynn (Marla), Chaz Knight (Sam), Cameron Knight (Shelby), Luke Wynn; his seven great-grandchildren, Amelia & Abigail Visconti, Breanna, Dominick, Makaylah Priddy, Preston, Brody Henson.  He was preceding in death by his parents. 

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Eloy Procopio Lopez, Jr., 81, - pending

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Published: 20 October 2023 20 October 2023

LopezEloyEloy Procopio Lopez, Jr. passed away on October 16, 2023 at Ft. Bayard Medical Center in Ft. Bayard, NM. He was born on July 20, 1942 in San Antonio, NM.

He is survived by his children Randy L. (Jessica) Lopez, and Mary Jo Valdez; and their mother Hortencia Melendrez; grandchildren Jocelyn Nicole Valdez, Joseph (Zuleika) Lopez, Jasmine Jade Valdez, Leroy Valdez; Ricardo Lopez, Viviana Lopez, Jude Lopez, Zakiah Morales, and Emmi Lanae Lopez. Great-grandchildren Santiago Chavez, Eastonn and Zealand Lopez, Camila Rose Chavez and Adriel Padilla; one brother, Joe Lopez; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Eloy "Jr." was known to always be groomed "to the nines". He smiled regardless of any circumstances he faced and his happiness was genuine, as was his loyalty. He loved drinking "pop" and smoke breaks.  
He is preceded in death by his parents, Procopio and Ella Lopez; brothers Selso, Felix, Bascilio, and Dennis Lopez; sisters Patricia Rodriguez and Teresa Rodriguez; and son-in-law Gabriel A. Valdez. 
Services are pending.

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