Obituaries

Charlotte Sena Griego

Charlotte Sena Griego

Jan 10, 2026

Charlotte (Sena) Griego, 88 a lifelong resident of Fort Sumner passed away at her home surrounded by her family on January 10, 2026. Charlotte was born to the home of Carlos T and Christine (Casaus) Sena on September 14, 1937 in Fort Sumner, NM. Charlotte grew up in Fort Sumner and attended Fort Sumner Schools. 

Charlotte married Albaro Griego on June...

Herbert "Herb" Tenorio

Herbert "Herb" Tenorio

Jan 10, 2026

Herbert "Herb" Tenorio, a beloved son, father, brother, and friend, passed away on January 10, 2026, in Santa Rosa, New Mexico, at the age of 56. Born on January 4, 1970, in Las Vegas, New Mexico, Herb was known for his dedication to his work and his passion for life.

Herb spent over 30 years working for various construction companies, with...

Enrique Fernando Sena

Enrique Fernando Sena

Jan 6, 2026

Enrique F. Sena, 47, passed away Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at his home in Hagerman, NM following lengthy health complications. He was born on February 15, 1978 at the DeBaca General Hospital in Fort Sumner, NM.

Enrique grew up in Santa Rosa and Fort Sumner attending Fort Sumner High School where he was a standout football player and proud to have...

Juanita Chavez McIntosh

Juanita Chavez McIntosh

Jan 5, 2026

Juanita (Chavez) McIntosh, 47 of Puerto De Luna, NM, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2026 at UNMH in Albuquerque following an illness. She was born January 25, 1978 at DeBaca General Hospital in Fort Sumner, NM.

Juanita is a 1996 graduate of Santa Rosa High School, she attended the University of New Mexico where she received her Bachelor of Arts degree...

Glen R Franklin

Glen R Franklin

Jan 2, 2026

Glen R Franklin 89, a lifelong resident of House, NM passed away on January 2, 2026 at his home following an illness. He was born March 18, 1936 in Roswell, NM. Glen grew up in House, NM  and attended House Schools, graduating with the HHS class of 1955. He was an excellent basketball player for the House Cowboys.

He received a...

Terry Velasquez

Terry Velasquez

Dec 28, 2025

Terry Velasquez, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2025, in Albuquerque, NM. She was born on September 9, 1942, in Las Vegas, NM, to the cherished parents Cleodio and Helen (Bachicha) Rael. Terry graced this world with a spirit of love and devotion, and she will be deeply missed by all who knew...

Mike Patton

Mike Patton

Dec 25, 2025

Joe "Mike" Patton, age 76 of House, NM passed away at his home on Thursday, December 25, 2025 with his family by his side. He was born June 18, 1949 in Tucumcari, NM to the home Holland and Anita Jo Patton. He grew up in Tucumcari, and attended school there. He graduated with the THS class of 1967.

After high school,...

Lorene Delgadillo

Lorene Delgadillo

Dec 15, 2025

Lorene Anaya Delgadillo, 74 of Fort Sumner, NM passed away at her home on Monday, December 15, 2025 following a sudden illness. She was born May 24, 1951 in Santa Rosa to the home of Eduardo and Nora (Casaus) Anaya. She grew up in Fort Sumner, and attended Fort Sumner Schools.

She worked for Home Health Care, and helped clean houses...

Richard Saiz

Richard Saiz

Dec 12, 2025

Richard Saiz, passed away unexpectedly on December 12, 2025, at Guadalupe County Hospital. Born on October 22, 1975, in Ft. Sumner, NM, Richard was raised in Santa Rosa, where he attended school and later built a life rich with family, work, and interests that brought him joy.

As a self-employed mechanic, Richard dedicated himself to his craft, honing his skills while...

Peggy Beth Sultemeier

Peggy Beth Sultemeier

Dec 12, 2025

Peggy Beth (White) Sultemeier passed away peacefully on Friday, December 12, 2025.

Peggy was born November 3, 1928 in Wellington, Texas to Vista Jeffee Terry White and Robert James White. She was the youngest of five children—Geneva Morris, Sam White, Robert (Bob) White and Joe (Putt) White, all of whom preceded her in death. She was preceded in death by two...

Clorinda Magdalena Romero

Clorinda Magdalena Romero

Dec 11, 2025

Clorinda Magdalena Romero, born on October 28, 1931, in Santa Rosa, New Mexico, passed away on December 11, 2025, in Lubbock, Texas. A devoted homemaker and life-long Catholic, Clorinda dedicated her life to her family and faith, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion.

Clorinda began her educational journey in Santa Rosa and California, before continuing her studies in Tucumcari...

Celestino Telles

Celestino Telles

Dec 10, 2025

Celestino Lee Telles, 58 of Shamrock, Texas passed away in Vaughn, New Mexico on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 following a sudden illness. For the past year Celestino worked as a heavy equipment operator for Blattner Energy on the wind farm south of Vaughn.

He was born in California, was raised and educated in Hemsted, Texas. Celestino was preceded in death by...

Joseph Sprissler Jr

Joseph Sprissler Jr

Dec 8, 2025

Joseph “Joe” James Sprissler, Jr., beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2025, surrounded by family after a long and full life lived with curiosity, humor, and a deep love for the people around him. Born on October 12, 1939, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Joe grew up with a strong sense of family and a quiet...

Garry Gerald Salas

Garry Gerald Salas

Dec 7, 2025

Garry Gerald Salas, a beloved resident of Santa Rosa, New Mexico, passed away peacefully at his residence on December 7, 2025, at the age of 67. Born on April 18, 1958, in Santa Rosa, Garry lived a life filled with hard work, family, and a deep appreciation for the great outdoors.

Garry's career began at Rivera Construction, where he honed his...

Leonard Dean Tapia

Leonard Dean Tapia

Dec 4, 2025

Leonard Dean Tapia of Conchas Dam, New Mexico passed away unexpectedly on December 4, 2025 at Dan C. Trigg Memorial Hospital in Tucumcari, NM at age 69. He was born September 8, 1956 in Tucumcari to Vicente and Cornelia Tapia.

Leonard spent his childhood in Pastura and Glenrio, NM and graduated from San Jon High School in 1975. He spent his...

Rinda Roundy Bell

Rinda Roundy Bell

Nov 28, 2025

Our Mamo has gone home and oh, how we will miss her!! She was born on a cool crisp morning on October 29, 1928, at her parents’ home in Bluewater, New Mexico. She was delivered by her mother’s sister, Aunt Belle. This would be her home where she was raised until she married. She was named after her mother, Clarinda...

Frank Lucero Jr.

Frank Lucero Jr.

Nov 26, 2025

Frank Lucero Jr, 73, of Clovis, NM passed away at his home on November 26, 2025. Frank was born in Fort Sumner, NM to the home of Frank Lucero Sr and Rena Rosa (Lopez) Lucero on May 31, 1952. He grew up in Fort Sumner and attended Fort Sumner Schools. He was an athlete and played football, basketball and track...

Tito S. Vigil

Tito S. Vigil

Nov 25, 2025

Tito S. Vigil "Blue", 76 of Fort Sumner, New Mexico passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at his Fort Sumner home. Tito was born on November 1, 1949 in Cuervo, NM to the home of Agapito Vigil and Dorotea Benavidez Vigil. He attended Cuervo schools, and graduated from Santa Rosa High School in 1967. 

Tito married Cathy Blea on...

Robert S. Chavez

Robert S. Chavez

Nov 23, 2025

Robert S. Chavez, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, passed away peacefully at his residence on November 23, 2025, at the age of 64. Born in Belen, New Mexico, on June 3, 1961, Robert's life was enriched by the many roles he embraced and the community he cherished.

Throughout his career, Robert worked as a commercial glass installer...

Art Leroy Moyer

Art Leroy Moyer

Nov 22, 2025

Funeral services will be live streamed beginning at 10 am. https://m.youtube.com/@fbcfortsumner9119/streams

Art Leroy Moyer, 75, of Fort Sumner, NM passed away on Saturday, November 22, 2025 in Lubbock, TX. He was born May 12, 1950 in Scotts Bluff, Nebraska to the home of Loyal and Vaudie (Curry) Moyer. He was raised and attended school in Tucumcari, NM. He graduated from Tucumcari...