Obituaries
Benny Marquez
Sep 30, 2025
Benny Marquez, a cherished father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2025, in Santa Rosa, New Mexico, at the age of 84. Born on October 16, 1940, in Guadalupe County, New Mexico, Benny was a man whose life was defined by tenacity, spirit, and unwavering devotion to family and faith.
A proud graduate of Santa Rosa High School,...
Adam Garcia
Sep 29, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Adam Garcia, who left us on September 29, 2025, in Lyman, Wyoming. Born December 23, 1969, in Los Angeles, California to Patrick Garcia and Frances (Barreras) Garcia, Adam was raised in Tucumcari, New Mexico, where he graduated from Tucumcari High School. He went on to study renewable energy by...
Soledad "Sally" Saiz
Sep 26, 2025
Soledad "Sally" Saiz, 84 a longtime resident of Fort Sumner passed away Friday, September 26, 2025 at Mission Arch Care Center in Roswell. Sally was born November 4, 1940 in Pastura, New Mexico to the home of Pabulin and Cleotilde (Armijo) Romero.
Sally was a faithful member of St. Anthony Catholic Church in Fort Sumner where she served as a Minister...
Dorothy Martinez
Sep 19, 2025
Dorothy Ann Martinez, a cherished resident of Tucumcari, NM, gracefully departed this life on September 19, 2025, at the age of 71. Surrounded by her beloved family in the warmth of her home, Dorothy’s peaceful journey into the next realm reflects the love she cultivated throughout her life.
Born on November 6, 1953, to Joe and Josie (Sandoval) Martinez, Dorothy’s roots...
Shirley Garcia
Sep 16, 2025
Shirley Fay (Brady) Garcia 70, passed away on Tuesday September 16, 2025 at University Medical Center in Lubbock, TX. Shirley was born October 17, 1954 in Tucumcari, NM to the home of C.O. and Betty (Lumpee) Brady. She grew up all over New Mexico, wherever her dad's job at the NM Road Department took their family. Most of her high...
Jose Ricardo Romo
Sep 16, 2025
Jose Ricardo “Ricky” Romo 87, passed away at his home in Albuquerque on September 16, 2025. Jose was born on September 16, 1938, in Anton Chico, New Mexico, to Justo and Estella Castillo Romo.
Ricky honorably served in the United States Army. He enlisted early at 17 years, becoming a Missile Specialist for four years. After his discharge from the US...
David Allen Spegal
Sep 11, 2025
David Allen Spegal 69, passed away at his home in Fort Sumner on September 11, 2025. David was born on November 11, 1955, in Covington, Kentucky, to the home of Theodore and Mary Helen (McKinney) Spegal.
David honorably served in the United States Air Force. He enlisted at 17 and was a pavement maintenance specialist for four years, earning an honorable...
Troy Best
Sep 9, 2025
Dr. Troy L. Best, a beloved father, grandfather, uncle, educator and friend passed away at his home in Fort Sumner, NM on September 9, 2025.
Troy, an Emeritus Professor at the Auburn University Department of Biological Sciences earned his M.S. – Zoology and Ph.D. – Zoology degrees at the University of Oklahoma. He began his tenure at Auburn in 1988 as...
Bernadette Flores
Sep 7, 2025
Bernadette Flores, a long-time resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Sunday, September 7, 2025.
The second child of Benny and Florentina (Padilla) Flores, she was born October 12, 1947 in Las Vegas, New Mexico where her father was attending New Mexico Highlands University following his military service in World War II. She attended elementary school in Puerto de Luna, New Mexico...
James "Bozo" Cordova
Aug 30, 2025
James “Bozo” Cordova, 77 of Santa Rosa, NM passed away peacefully in Amarillo, Texas, with his loving family at his side, on Saturday, August 30, 2025.
Bozo was born January 28, 1948 in Santa Rosa, NM to Andalecio Cordova and Bicentita (Barela) Cordova. He was raised in Santa Rosa, attending St. Rose Catholic School and graduated from Santa Rosa High School...
Otilia Muniz
Aug 26, 2025
Otilia Muniz, 94 of Santa Rosa, NM passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family, on Tuesday, August 26, 2025.
Otilia was born August 22, 1931 in Milagro, NM to Candido Lucero and Carolina (Maes) Lucero. Otilia was raised in Milagro, where she also attended school. On July 18, 1951, she married Jose Francisco Muniz.
Otilia was a homemaker for most of...
Juan Blancarte Arvizu
Aug 22, 2025
Juan Manuel Blancarte Arvizu, 55 of Santa Rosa, NM passed away on Friday, August 22, 2025.
Juan was born September 5, 1969 in Nuevos Casas Grandes, Chihuahua, Mexico to Tereso Blancarte and Teresa Arvizu. He was raised in Nuevos Casas Grandes and later made his home in Santa Rosa in September 2010.
Juan was married to Lucia Varela Holguin in 1987. A...
Sam Lopez
Aug 21, 2025
Sam Lopez, 86 of Santa Rosa, NM, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, August 21, 2025.
Sam was born May 7, 1939 in Borica, NM to Adolpho and Regina Lopez. Sam attended school in Borica and in Fort Sumner—graduating from Fort Sumner High School. Following high school, he attended Eastern New Mexico University for two years.
In his...
Linda Garza
Aug 15, 2025
Linda Garza, 64 of Fort Sumner, NM passed away Friday, August 15, 2025 at Plains Regional Medical Center in Clovis following an illness. Linda was born September 29, 1960 in Olton, Texas to the home of Francisco and Rose (Garcia) Garza. She is one of 14 children born to this home.
Linda grew up in Olton, TX and Fort Sumner, NM....
Geraldine Hisel
Aug 14, 2025
Geraldine "Gerry" Hisel, 92 of Clovis, NM passed away Thursday, August 14, 2025 at Plains Regional Medical Center following an illness. Gerry was born August 12, 1933 in Tajique, NM to the home of C.A. "Slim" and Owassa Alice (Tingle) Robinson. She grew up in Pie Town and Yeso, New Mexico and attended Fort Sumner Public School.
Gerry married George Bush...
Jose Andalecio "Andy" Cordova, III
Aug 13, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved son, brother, and friend, Jose Andalecio (Andy) Cordova III, who left us far too soon on August 13, 2025, at the age of 35.
Born on February 24, 1990, Andy brought warmth, laughter, and light to everyone who knew him. He had a deep love for the outdoors...
Catherine Marie Garcia
Aug 11, 2025
Catherine Marie Garcia, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on August 11, 2025, in her hometown of Tucumcari, New Mexico. Born on May 13, 1972, Catherine’s life was marked by her unwavering dedication to her family and her career in healthcare.
Catherine graduated from Tucumcari High School in 1991 and pursued her passion for helping others by earning...
James "Jimmy" Anaya
Aug 9, 2025
James “Jimmy” Anaya, 74 of Albuquerque, NM, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Saturday morning, August 9, 2025.
Jimmy was born April 3, 1951, to Frederico Anaya, Jr. and Florentina (Garcia) Anaya in Santa Rosa, NM. Jimmy was raised in Santa Rosa and Puerto De Luna. He made his home in Albuquerque, where he worked in the construction...
Loretta Senaida Campos
Aug 7, 2025
Loretta Senaida Campos, 79 of Santa Rosa, NM, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on August 7, 2025.
Loretta was born November 25, 1945 in Santa Rosa to Luciano Serrano and Mary (Martinez) Serrano. She was raised in Santa Rosa, where she also attended school—graduating from Santa Rosa High School in 1962. Loretta married Gilbert Campos on April 4,...
Jose Andalecio "Brody" Cordova, Jr.
Aug 4, 2025
Jose Andalecio “Brody” Cordova, Jr., 70, of Santa Rosa, New Mexico, passed away on Monday, August 4, 2025, in Hereford, Texas surrounded by his loving daughter Ashley and son-in-law Angel.
Jose was born on July 21, 1955, in Santa Rosa, New Mexico, to Jose Andalecio Sr. and Vicentita (Barela) Cordova. He graduated from Santa Rosa High School in 1975. Jose worked...
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