Obituaries
Serina Marquez
Aug 9, 2026
Serina Marquez, a cherished member of the La Loma community, passed away unexpectedly at her home on August 9, 2026, at the age of 53. Born on June 18, 1973, in Albuquerque, NM, Serina lived a life rich with love, laughter, and dedication to her family and community.
Serina was the beloved daughter of the late Ralph and Pauline Marquez, and...
Naomi Gunn
Aug 22, 2026
Naomi Nell Gunn, 88, of Fort Sumner passed away at her home on Saturday, August 22, 2026 surrounded by her family. She was born December 11, 1937 in Taiban, New Mexico to the home of Willie and Zelma Gammill. She was the first girl and would be known as Sis to her other 8 siblings. Naomi attended elementary school at...
Linda Turner
Aug 21, 2026
Linda Kathleen Turner, 79, of Fort Sumner passed away at her home on August 21, 2026. Linda was born February 8, 1947 in Kirksville, Missouri to the home of Walter Sterling Price and the former Joyce Elizabeth Farmer. She was raised in Benton, Illinois and graduated from Benton High School with the class of 1964.
Linda lived in Missouri, Arizona, Texas,...
Jim Bell
Aug 14, 2026
James Gordon Bell, age 82, known as “Jim” to all his family and friends, passed away at his home on Friday, August 14, 2026. Jim was born May 31, 1944 in Fort Sumner to the home of Edward Leo Bell and the former Virginia Caroline Norris. Jim grew up in Fort Sumner where he attended Fort Sumner Schools graduating with...
Aurora Lucero Duran
Aug 2, 2026
“Go forth, Christian soul, from this world in the name of God the almighty Father, who created you, in the name of Jesus Christ, Son of the living God, who suffered for you, in the name of the Holy Spirit, who was poured out upon you, go forth, faithful Christian. May you live in peace this day, may your home...
Betty Upton
Jul 28, 2026
Betty Frances (Whorton) Upton, 97, of Melrose, New Mexico passed from this world to be with her Lord and Savior on July 28, 2026, in Clovis, New Mexico. Betty was born on November 6, 1928, in Durino (Taiban), New Mexico to Joseph Hightower and Rachel Eva (Thompson) Whorton. Betty always said she was born on the day that Herbert Hoover...
Robert Mares
Jul 24, 2026
It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of our beloved Husband, Dad, and Pop, Robert Mares. He passed away peacefully in the early morning of Friday, July 24, 2026, in the comfort of his home surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on January 25, 1938, in Yeso, New Mexico and served his country proudly from January...
Powhatan Carter
Jul 22, 2026
The funeral service for Powhatan Carter will be live streamed.
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Powhatan “Pow” Carter, III, 76, a lifelong resident of Fort Sumner, NM, passed away on July 22, 2026, in Amarillo, TX, following an illness. Pow was born on November 1, 1949, in Fort Sumner, NM, to Powhatan Jr. and Beverly Carter. Pow grew up on the family ranch north of Fort...
Sammie Weatherford
Jul 21, 2026
Sammie Rae Weatherford, age 87, of Fort Sumner, New Mexico passed away on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at her home following an extended illness. She was born December 1, 1938 in Lancaster, California to the home of Samuel and Minnie (Ferguson) Serratt. She grew up and attended schools in Sudan, Texas.
Sammie was a member of Fort Sumner Church of Christ....
George L Gonzales
Jul 15, 2026
George L. Gonzales, 82, a lifelong resident of Fort Sumner, passed away at his home surrounded by family on July 15, 2026. George was born June 16, 1944, in Fort Sumner to Albert and Louisa (Lopez) Gonzales. He attended Fort Sumner Schools and graduated with the Class of 1962.
After high school, George moved to Albuquerque. He was employed by Ed...
Caroline Felicia Lucero
Jul 11, 2026
Caroline Felicia Lucero, passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2026 in Albuquerque, NM.
Born January 13, 2000 in Las Vegas, NM, Caroline was the beloved daughter of Severo Lucero and Christina Apodaca. Caroline was raised in Santa Rosa, where she also attended school. She was a graduate of Santa Rosa High School, with the class of 2018. Caroline worked at several...
Maria Elisa "Elsie" Sisneros Rubio
Jul 9, 2026
Maria Elisa "Elsie" Sisneros Rubio 82, a lifelong resident of Vaughn passed away surrounded by her loved ones on July 9, 2026 at her daughter's home in Clovis. She was born April 22, 1944 in Vaughn, NM to the home of Merenciano and Adelina Maldonado Sisneros. She grew up attending Vaughn Schools and graduated with the VHS class of 1964.
Elsie...
Alfredo Flores
Jul 7, 2026
Alfredo Flores, born on June 2, 1935, departed this world on July 7, 2026. His passing leaves a profound absence in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
Alfredo’s life spanned over ninety-one years, years marked by steadfast devotion to his family and friends, and by the deep connections he maintained within his community. Those fortunate enough to have...
Tommy Cordova
Jul 5, 2026
With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Tommy Cordova, a man full of love for others and for life itself. In spite of suffering from dementia for 19 years, Tommy never complained and always maintained his child-like faith and his sense of deep gratitude. Tommy was born on July 22, 1954 to Demetrio and Rose (Martinez) Cordova. He transitioned...
Mike Scott
Jul 4, 2026
George Michael “Mike” Scott, 73 of Vernon, Texas, passed away Saturday, July 4, 2026, in Vernon, Texas. Memorial services will be held Thursday, July 9, 2026, at 11:00 am at Lakeview Church in Vernon, Texas, under the direction of Sullivan Funeral Home with Dr. Dusty Johnston officiating.
George Michael “Mike” Scott — a husband, father, grandfather, teacher, artist, roper, storyteller, and...
Abel Abeyta
Jun 30, 2026
Abel Kirk Abeyta, 28 of Clovis, NM passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at University Medical Center in Lubbock, Texas.
Abel was born November 30, 1997 in Clovis, NM, the son of Anthony Joshua Kirk Abeyta and Elaine (Bishop) Abeyta. He grew up in Fort Sumner and Clovis. He attended school in Fort Sumner and Clovis, graduating from Clovis High...
Andre Martinez
Jun 29, 2026
Andre Miguel Martinez was born in Tucumcari, New Mexico, and was raised in Santa Rosa, a place he proudly called home throughout his life. A 1996 graduate of Santa Rosa High School, Andre later attended the New Mexico State Corrections Academy, beginning a career built on hard work, resilience, and dedication. Over the years he worked as a laborer, ranch...
Patricia Elliott
Jun 23, 2026
Patricia Louise Elliott, 82, peacefully entered her Heavenly home on June 23, 2026, at Autumn Blessings in Logan, New Mexico, with family at her side.
Patricia, or “Patsy” as her siblings called her, or “Pat” as she was also known by, was born March 12, 1944. Her son, Steve, liked to say, “She was a ’44 model”. Pat was born to...
Carter DuBois
Jun 23, 2026
No" And now the end is near, So I face the final curtain
My friend, I'll say it clear, I'll state my case of which I'm certain
I've lived a life that's full, I've traveled each and every highway
And more, much more than this
I did it my way" - Frank Sinatra
Carter DuBois, 77 a resident of Lake Sumner passed away at his...
AB Jones
Jun 20, 2026
Arthur Boss "AB" Jones 85, a longtime Melrose resident, passed away on June 20, 2026 at PRMC in Clovis, following an illness. AB was born February 6, 1941 in Clovis, New Mexico to the home of Charlie Raymond Jones Sr and Lorice (Wade) Jones. AB was raised in Clovis as a young boy, and attended Clovis Schools until junior high....
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