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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 25, 2005

Barbara S. Abernathy

LONGBOAT KEY, Fla. — Barbara S. Abernathy, 65, of Longboat Key, Fla., died Monday, Aug. 22, 2005. A funeral is scheduled for 1 p.m. Saturday at Miles Martin Funeral Home in Mt. Morris. Burial will follow at Flint Memorial
Park. Family will receive friends at the funeral home 4-9 p.m. Friday. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Wellness Community, 3900 Clark Road, Sarasota, FL 34233 or the Hospice of South West Florida, 5955 Rand Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34238.
Barbara was born May 16, 1940, in Jerome, Ark., the daughter of Wesley and Bernice (Pamplin) Greenway. She retired from the Whirlpool Corp. in LeVergne, Tenn.
Survivors include five children, Rhonda Royer, of Longboat Key, Philip Abernathy of Carlsbad, Joanna Harden of Peoria, Ariz., Kimberly Dibble of Coppell, Texas, and Jeremy Abernathy of Carlsbad; 16 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; sister, Karen Duquette of Mt. Morris; and brothers, Bill Greenway of Vassar, and Garry Greenway of Mt. Morris.
She was preceded in death by three sons, Michael Irby Abernathy, Charles Aaron Abernathy and Joel Glen Abernathy; two grandsons, Matthew and Michael Abernathy; parents, Wesley and Bernice Greenway; and a sister, Cheryl Stewart.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 7, 2005

Henry P. Aldinger

CARLSBAD — A memorial service for Henry P. Aldinger, 89, of North Edward Street, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Monday at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home Chapel with Chaplain Elena Yoder of VistaCare Hospice officiating.
The Carlsbad Veterans Honor Guard will provide military honors.
Mr. Aldinger passed away Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2005, at his home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Henry P. Aldinger was born Jan. 6, 1916, to Henry and Bertha Chapman Aldinger in the Elk Grove, Calif., area, where he was raised and graduated from high school. Henry spent several years working for his father, with the reclamation district and in a garage learning to be a mechanic.
He joined the National Guard in 1940 and in 1941 transferred to the regular Army and was stationed at Fort Lewis, Wash.
On June 7, 1942, he married Helen Vincent at Fort Lewis and was then transferred to Fort Knox, Ky., where he attended Officer Candidate School and received tank training. He was assigned to an armored cavalry unit and left for Europe on D-Day from New York aboard the Queen Mary. He served in England, France, Belgium and Holland and participated in the Battle of the Bulge.
After the war, Henry moved to El Centro, where he remained active in the National Guard and farmed for 17 years before going to work for the Imperial Irrigation District.
Henry and Helen moved to Carlsbad after his retirement, where he enjoyed his hobbies of collecting old tools and creating beautiful fret work carvings. He was a member of the Aughtred Society (collectors of antique slide rules) and the Early American Industries Association.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister and one brother.
He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Helen Aldinger; daughter, Linda Brown and husband Jim of Carlsbad; grandson, Greg Brown and wife Julie and daughter Tailor of Carlsbad; granddaughter, Margo DeLong and husband Jim and their children Christopher and Jordyn of Maxwell Air Force Base, Ala.; sister, Patricia Wells of Banning, Calif.; and sister-in-law, Clara Littlefield of Missouri
Memorial contributions may be made to No Soldier Left In Need Project, c/o Denton-Funchess Funeral Home, 1001 N. Canal St., Carlsbad, N.M., 88220.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 23, 2005

Cindy R. Almanza

ARTESIA — Services for Cindy R. Almanza, 49, of Camino del Llano, are set for 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, with Father Paul Murtagh SS.CC. officiating. Burial will be at Woodbine Cemetery.
Friends may call beginning at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Terpening and Son Mortuary.
A rosary is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at Our Lady of Grace Church.
Mrs. Almanza died Saturday, Aug. 20, 2005, at University Medical Center in Lubbock, Texas.
Services are under the direction of Terpening and Son Mortuary.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Tempering & Son Mortuary" dated August 22, 2005

Cindy R. Almanza
(November 1, 1955 - August 20, 2005)

Services are scheduled at 9:30 A.M. Thursday, August 25, at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church for Cindy R. Almanza, Artesia, New Mexico.
Mrs. Almanza, 49, died Saturday, August 20, 2005 at University Medical Center in Lubbock, Texas.
Burial will be at Woodbine Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Joshua Garcia, Caleb Samora, R.J. Rodriguez, Jourdan Rodriguez, Zachary Garcia, and Paul Bratcher Honorary pallbearers will be all other relatives and friends.
Visitation will be at Terpening & Son Mortuary Wednesday beginning at 10:00 A.M. A rosary is also scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at Our Lady of Grace Church.
Mrs. Almanza was born November 1, 1955 in Artesia, NM; the daughter of Roberto T. Rodriguez and Elvira (Carrasco) Rodriguez.
On August 6, 1983 she was married to Ernest Almanza in Artesia, N.M. She was a lifelong resident of Artesia.
She was a Special Education Teacher at Artesia Junior High School and member of St. Anthonys Catholic Church. She was President of the Volleyball Boosters, and Vice President of the Basketball Boosters.
She was preceded in death by her father-in-law Ernest Almanza and mother-in-law Anita Almanza.
Survivors include her husband Ernest Almanza of the family home; parents Roberto and Elvira Rodriguez of Artesia; daughter Ashley N. Almanza of Artesia; brother Raul Rodriguez and wife Lorrene of Artesia; sisters Selena Garcia of Artesia, Terry Rodriguez of Artesia, and Jeanie Garcia of Artesia; brother-in-law Anthony Almanza of Artesia; sisters-in-law Maria Almanza of Washington DC, and Julie Almanza of Artesia; 4 nieces and 5 nephews.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 17, 2005

Robert E. Billstrom

LITCHFIELD, Minn. — Robert E. Billstrom, 96, of Litchfield, died at home on Monday, Aug. 15. A funeral Mass is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. Friday at St. Philip’s Catholic Church, 821 E. Fifth St., Litchfield. Visitation will be one hour prior to Mass at the church. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.
Robert is survived by daughters, Dorothy Moen, June (Gene) Blanski, Barbara (Martin) Weidenbach, Nancy (Michael) Perusse, and Deborah (Stephen) Dufresne; son, John (Darlene) Billstrom; and son-in-law, James Duerr. He is also survived by 35 devoted grandchildren, 70 cherished great-grandchildren, and other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 74 years, Marcella; daughter, Mary Ellen Duerr; grandson, Daniel Duerr; and son-in-law, Milton Moen.
Memorials are preferred to the Litchfield Library.
Johnson-Hagglund Funeral Home of Litchfield is in charge of arrangements. Please sign the online guest book at www. johnsonhagglund.com.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 21, 2005

Llynda L. Brunt

CARLSBAD — Llynda L. Brunt, formerly of Carlsbad, passed away Friday, Aug. 12, 2005, in Plano, Texas.
She is survived by daughters, Rytha McCoy of Bloomfield, N.M., and Heather Haught of St. George, Utah; grandchildren, Alyssa and Jared McCoy of Bloomfield; brother, Barry Brunt and wife Adrienne of Carlsbad; nephew, Brandon Brunt of Carlsbad; stepmother, Mary J. Brunt of Carlsbad; and companion, Mike Filatiev of Plano.
Interment was in Bloomfield.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 21, 2005

Virginia M. Buchanan

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A funeral for Virginia Mae Buchanan, 90, of Hutchinson and formerly of Carlsbad and Artesia, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Tuesday at Elliott Funeral Home Chapel in Hutchinson with the Rev. Tim Adrian officiating. Interment will follow at Fairlawn Burial Park.
Friends may call 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday at Elliott Mortuary.
She died Thursday, Aug. 18, 2005, at Golden Plains Health Care Center. She was born May 1, 1915, in Rockport, Mo.
Elliott Mortuary of Hutchinson is in charge of arrangements.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 3, 2005

Erminia Castillo

CARLSBAD — A Mass of Christian burial for Erminia Castillo, 90, of West Presidio, is set for10 a.m. Thursday at San Jose Catholic Church, with Father Valentine Jankowski officiating. Interment will follow at Santa Catarina Cemetery.
Friends may call 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
A vigil is scheduled for 7 p.m. today at San Jose Catholic Church.
Erminia Castillo passed away Monday, Aug. 1, 2005 at her home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Erminia Castillo was born Feb. 4, 1934, to Albino and Juana Juarez Pedroza in Taft, Texas. She married Teodoro Castillo on Jan. 28, 1934, in Gregory, Texas. She spent most of her life working at home taking care of her family and helping in the fields. She enjoyed embroidery and crocheting. Erminia spent many peaceful hours reading from her Bible and was very involved in San Jose Catholic Church activities.
She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, two sisters and two grandchildren.
Survivors include her husband of 71 years, Teodoro Castillo; 10 children, Roberto Castillo and wife Esperanza of Carlsbad, Concepcion Buendia and husband Ben of Carlsbad, Enocencio Castillo and wife Thelma of Carlsbad, Maria Trujillo and husband Pablo of Carlsbad, Jose Castillo and wife Mary of Carlsbad, Manuel Castillo, Sr. and Hazel Lara of Carlsbad, Antonio Castillo of Carlsbad, Consuelo Collier of Carlsbad, Guadalupe Castillo and wife Alice of Carlsbad, and Carmen Hernandez and husband David of Carlsbad; 50 grandchildren; 85 great grandchildren; and 22 great-great grandchildren.
Pallbearers will be Christopher Hernandez, Robert Castillo, Jr., Joe Castillo, Jr., Manuel Buendia, Florencio Ruiz, Jr., Sammy Castillo, Lawrence Castillo and Tony Trujillo.
Honorary pallbearer will be Manuel Castillo Jr., who is currently in the U.S. Army, stationed in Iraq.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 30, 2005

Jacqueline Conway

CARLSBAD — Jacqueline Rene Conway, born 1962 in Denver, died Aug. 27, 2005, in Artesia.
Jaci is survived by her mother, Barbara Dahl of Tucson, Ariz.; sister, Robin Flateplaas of Norway; sister, Jeri Harwell of Tucson; nephews, Jeremy Clark and Kasey Harwell; neice, Sarah Harwell; and, grandmother Josephine Van Hoy of Carlsbad.
A service celebrating her life is scheduled for 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 1, 2005, at St. Edward’s Catholic Church in Carlsbad.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 23, 2005

Enrique J. Corona

ARTESIA — Services for Enrique J. Corona, 42, of Sunnyview Road, Carlsbad, are set for 10 a.m. Wednesday at Victory Life Fellowship, with Pastor Alex Hernandez officiating. Bural will be at Woodbine Cemetery.
Friends may call starting at 10 a.m. today at Terpening and Son Mortuary.
Mr. Corona died Friday, Aug. 19, 2005, in Odessa, Texas.
Services are under the direction of Terpening and Son Mortuary.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Tempering & Son Mortuary" dated August 22, 2005

Enrique J. Corona
(September 18, 1962 - August 19, 2005)

Services are scheduled at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, August 24, at Victory Life Fellowship for Enrique J. Corona, Carlsbad, New Mexico.
Mr. Corona, 42, died Friday, August 19, 2005 in Odessa, Texas.
Pastor Alex Hernandez will officiate at the services with burial at Woodbine Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Raul Garcia, Brandon Weidemon, Jeff Calderon, John Austin, Gilbert Ramos, Jose Lujan, and Gabriel Veloz. Visitation will be at Terpening & Son Mortuary Tuesday starting at 10:00 A.M.
Mr. Corona was born September 18, 1962 in Artesia, N.M.; the son of Agustin Corona, Sr. and Susie (Juarez) Corona.
On July 8, 1989 he was married to Naomi Ramirez in Roswell, N.M. He was a lifelong resident of Artesia before moving to Carlsbad 4 years ago.
He was an owner and operator of Corona Construction, and a member of Victory Life Fellowship.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents.
Survivors include his wife Naomi Corona of the family home; parents Susie and Agustin, Sr. Corona of Artesia; sons Cloud Corona, Micah Corona, and Zechariah Corona all of Carlsbad; daughter: Gabriella Corona of Carlsbad; brother Agustin Corona, Jr. and wife Liza of Artesia; sister Rachel Bustos and husband Richard of Las Cruces, N.M.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 24, 2005

Stella F. Cummins

ARTESIA — A funeral for Stella F. Cummins, 85, of West Clayton Avenue, is scheduled for 2 p.m. Thursday at Westside Church of Christ with Tom Dawson officiating. Interment will follow at Woodbine Cemetery.
Friends may call beginning at 10 a.m. today at Terpening and Son Mortuary.
She died Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2005, at the Artesia Good Samaritan Center.
Terpening and Son Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Tempering & Son Mortuary" dated August 25, 2005

Stella F. Cummins
(January 20, 1920 - August 23, 2005)

Services are scheduled at 2:00 P.M. Thursday, August 25, at Westside Church of Christ for Stella F. Cummins, Artesia, New Mexico.
Mrs. Cummins, 85, died Tuesday, August 23, 2005 at Artesia Good Samaritan Center.
Tom Dawson will officiate at the services with burial at Woodbine Cemetery.
Visitation will be at Terpening & Son Mortuary beginning at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday.
Mrs. Cummins was born January 3, 1920 in Electra, Texas; the daughter of Gus Choate and Lovie (West) Choate.
On Feb. 18, 1949 she was married to Ellis Weldon Cummins in Henrietta, Texas. She came to Artesia in 1955 from Wichita Falls, Texas. He preceded her in death September 26, 1989.
She was a homemaker and member of Westside Church of Christ.
She was preceded in death by her parents, a son Gus Dean Cummins, a brother, and two sisters. Survivors include her son Tim Cummins of Artesia; grandchildren Lindsay Cummins of Artsia, Jesse Cummins, and Kacey Cummins both of Rock Springs, Wyoming; great-grandchildren Lotus Molinaar of Artesia, Ethan Molinaar of Artesia, Jaylyn Lippis of Artesia, Preslee Ostahl of Rock Springs, Jordan Miller of Rock Springs, Timmy Miller of Rock Springs, and Josh Nelson of Rock Springs.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 4, 2005

John N. Dallmann

GREEN RIVER, Wyo. — John N. Dallmann, 76 of Green River, Wyo., passed away July 31, 2005, at the Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County following a sudden illness.
He was born in Lonestar, Texas, on Nov. 21, 1928, the son
of the late John Noonkester and Sadie Dallmann. After the death of his parents he was adopted by his maternal grandparents, Augusta and Janet Dallmann and raised in Carlsbad.
Mr. Dallmann attended schools in Carlsbad.
He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II.
Mr. Dallmann married Florence Potter in Las Vegas, Nev., on May 24, 1950. She preceded him in death on May 9, 2004.
He worked at the U.S. Potash Company in Carlsbad before moving to Green River in 1961 to work for Stauffer Chemical Co. He retired from Stauffer Chemical Co. in 1986. Mr. Dallmann and his family also operated the Coin Laundry in Green River for 14 years.
His interests included spending time with his family and friends, reading, playing pinochle and being of value to everyone who knew him.
He is survived by three sons, Keith Dallmann of Salt Lake City, Kenneth Dallmann and wife Pam of Evanston, Wyo., and Joseph Dallmann and wife Leona of Albuquerque; four daughters, Vikki and husband Jessie Flores of Phoenix, Linda Prince and husband Darrell of Sherrills Ford, N.C., Cynthia GrandPre and husband Jerry of Green River and Dara Bobbitt and husband Leonard of Green River; one nephew, Richard Caldwell of Little Rock, Ark.; and one great-niece, 17 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; one son, Gary Dallmann; one great-grandson Gavin; and one sister.
A funeral is scheduled for 1 p.m. today at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 900 Hitching Post Drive, Green River, with Father Tom Sheridan conducting the services. Military graveside service and interment will be in the Riverview Cemetery, Green River. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to services.
Pallbearers are Monty Flores, Michael Flores, Mark Flores, Jeffrey Dallmann, Joel Dallmann, Aaron GrandPre, Cristopher Dallmann and Kenneth Dallmann.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 24, 2005

Milagro M. Franco

CARLSBAD — A Mass of Christian burial for Milagro Mia Martinez Franco, 14, of Del Rio Street, is scheduled for 10 a.m. today Wednesday at San Jose Catholic Church with Father Valentine Jankowski officiating. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery.
Milagro passed away Friday, Aug. 19, 2005, at Washington Ranch.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Milagro Mia Martinez Franco was born Nov. 12, 1990, to Priscilla Martinez Franco.
Milagro loved life and touched the hearts of all she met. She enjoyed drawing, dancing, and dressing up with her sister Alegria. Milagro loved her dog Buster and enjoyed dressing him up in pink, her favorite color. She loved music and was learning to play the viola. Milagro always thought of her cousin Ricco as her older brother. Milagro is dearly loved and will be missed by all. She was preceded in death by her great grandparents Manuel and Simona Garcia.
She is survived by her mother, Priscilla Martinez Franco; sister, Alegria Franco; grandparents, Pilo and Emma Martinez; aunt, Perla Martinez; uncle, Porf Martinez and wife Grace; and three cousins, Ricco Martinez, Scott Sing and Megan Martinez.
Pallbearers are Tiffany Calentine, Stephenie Calentine, Loni Campos, Angel Fuentez, Ricco Martinez and Scott Sing.
Honorary pallbearers are JMA students.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 26, 2005

Milagro Franco

CARLSBAD — The names of two very special survivors were inadvertently omitted from Milagro’s obituary. They are her Granny Vichi and her Granny Eva, both of whom played very important roles in her life.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 3, 2005

Candelaria Galindo

ARTESIA — Services for Candelaria Galindo, 92, of South 19th Street, are scheduled at 9:30 a.m. today at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, with Father Richard Lifrak officiating and burial at Woodbine Cemetery.
Mrs. Galindo died Sunday, July 31, 2005, at her home.
Terpening and Son Mortuary is in charge of the arrangements.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Tempering & Son Mortuary" dated August 2, 2005

Candelaria Galindo
(March 10, 1913 - July 31, 2005)

Services are scheduled at 9:30 A.M. Wednesday, August 3, at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church for Candelaria Galindo, 309 S. 19th St., Artesia, New Mexico.
Mrs. Galindo, 92, died Sunday, July 31, 2005 at her home.
Father Richard Lifrak SS. CC. will officiate at the services with burial at Woodbine Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Raul Velasquez, Gerardo Velasquez, Jessie Galindo, and Felipe Galindo.
A vigil service is also scheduled for 6:30 P.M. Tuesday at Our Lady of Grace Church.
Mrs. Galindo was born March 10, 1913 in Mexico; the daughter of Apolito Galindo and Martimiana (Talavera) Galindo.
She was married to Jesus Ramirez. He preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her parents; and by one son and one daughter.
A longtime Artesia resident, she was a cook for many local restaurants, and a member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church.
Survivors include daughter Celia Galindo of Artesia; sister Baudelia Galindo of Guadalajara, Mexico; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 31, 2005

Danny R. Garcia

CARLSBAD — A funeral Mass will be celebrated for Danny R. Garcia, 51, of South Alameda Street, at 10 a.m. Thursday at San Jose Catholic Church, with Father Valentine Jankowski officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Gardens Memorial Park.
A prayer vigil will be recited at 7 p.m. today at San Jose Catholic Church.
Friends may call 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today at West Funeral Home.
Danny R. Garcia left this world to be with our Lord Saturday, Aug. 27, 2005, at his home.
Arrangements are by West Funeral Home.
Daniel Rostro Garcia was born May 31, 1954, in Carlsbad to Antonio and Amparo Rostro Garcia. He was raised and educated in Carlsbad, graduating from Carlsbad Senior High School in 1972. Danny loved music and made his living playing the organ or keyboard for San Jose Catholic Church and Epworth United Methodist Church.
He was an avid Cavemen football fan and enjoyed walking and listening to his police scanner. He was a member of the Eddy County Mounted Patrol and San Jose Catholic Church.
He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents, Jesus and Antonia Rostro.
Survivors include his brothers, Antonio R. Garcia Jr. and wife Gloria, of Albuquerque, and Henry Garcia and wife Lydia, of Elko, Nev.; uncles, Henry Rostro, of Santa Fe, Johnny Rostro, of Carlsbad, and Tony Rostro, of Carlsbad; aunts, Rachel Rostro, Beatrice Rostro and Angie Rostro, all of Carlsbad; and one nephew and seven nieces.
Pallbearers will be Keith Haynes, David Ramirez, Pete Sapien, Bobby Rostro, Martin Hernandez and Solomon Soto. Honorary pallbearer will be Mike Garcia.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 10, 2005

H.W. ‘Red’ Gilbert

KUNA, Idaho — H. W. “Red” Gilbert, of Idaho and formerly of Carlsbad, passed away Aug. 5, 2005, in Kuna, Idaho. He was born Aug. 16, 1913, in Haleburg, Ala., the only child of Allie J. and James B. Gilbert.
Red grew up and was schooled in Alabama, graduating from Fairfield High School in 1931. After high school, he worked for Tennessee Coal, Iron & Railroad Co. In 1943, he moved to Galveston, Texas, to work for the Tin Processing Corp. of Texas City. He met Katherine in Galveston, and they were married Aug. 31, 1945. In 1957, they moved to Carlsbad, where he worked for National Potash Co. He retired in 1973. Red and Katherine built their home in La Huerta, where they were among a handful of people who organized and started the La Huerta Volunteer Fire Dept., an organization he was very proud of. Red served as the fire department treasurer for many years, until he was no longer capable of responding to fires. Due to Katherine’s health, they moved to Idaho in April 2005.
Red was an avid woodworker; countless hours were spent working in his shop with his many tools. He was always building or making something for family and friends. He loved hunting and fishing with close friends and his grandsons. He was a member of the Texas Masons and served in the U.S. Coast Guard Reserves.
His survivors include his wife, Katherine; daughters, Jane Coleman, of Carlsbad, Margaret and Larry Roberts, of Kuna, and Laura and Harold Mashaw, of Kennewick, Wash.; grandchildren, Joe Parker and Tammy, David Parker and Lori, Trey Roberts and Robin, Tanna Nye and Rusty, and Ty, Adam and Garret Mashaw; great-grandchildren, Hanna and Russell Parker, Katy, Kell and Tucker Parker, Samantha, Mason and Phillip Roberts, and Callen Nye; niece, Sandra Reynolds; and Beverly and Ed Campbell.
At his request, direct cremation has taken place, and there will be no formal services. Memorial contributions may be made to the La Huerta Volunteer Fire Dept., 1724 Muscatel Ave., Carlsbad, N.M. 88220.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 10, 2005

Ron P. Gresham

ABILENE, Texas — Ron P. Gresham, 59, passed from this life to be with the Lord on Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2005, at home with his wife, after a lengthy battle with cancer. Ron was a man of many faces throughout his life: policeman, firefighter paramedic, state trooper, airplane pilot, helicopter pilot and instructor and security aide overseas.
He was born in Carlsbad, but had lived in Texas, Florida, Missouri, Canada, and Saudi Arabia. He met his wife, Catherine, in Saudi Arabia and was married to her for the past 15 years.
Ron is survived by his wife Catherine; mother, Doris Doney; sister, Debbie Partin; grandson, Jesse; and nieces and nephews. He will be sorely missed by family and friends in the U.S. and Scotland and his beloved dogs and cats.
His father, Perry Gresham, preceded him in death.
A memorial service, with Chaplain Wayne Oglesby officiating, is scheduled for 2 p.m. today at Elmwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5750 Highway 277 S., Abilene, Texas.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Tempering & Son Mortuary" dated August 31, 2005

Leroy Hatch
(January 26, 1921 - August 30, 2005)

Leroy Hatch
Services are scheduled at 1:00 PM Friday, September 2, at Pinon Church of Christ for Leroy Hatch, Pinon, New Mexico.
Mr. Hatch, 84, died Tuesday, August 30, 2005 at Artesia General Hospital in Artesia, New Mexico.
J.T. Ross will officiate at the services with burial at Pinon Cemtery.
Visitation will be at Terpening & Son Mortuary beginning at 10 a.m. Thursday.
Mr. Hatch was born January 26, 1921 in Rule, Texas; the son of Andrew Bascom Hatch and Cassey Beatrice (Anderson) Hatch.
On Oct. 21, 1937 he was married to Lorena Avent in Hagerman, N.M. He came to Artesia in area in 1931 from Texas and moved to the Pinon area in 1972.
He was a Rancher and worked for the Chaves County Sheriff’s Department. He was a member of the Pinon Church of Christ.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, 2 sisters, a grandson and a great-grandson.
Survivors include his wife Lorena Hatch of the family home; sons Darvin Roy Hatch of Quitman, Georgia, and Charles Ray Hatch of Roswell, N.M.; daughters Bonnie Lou Mitchell of Carlsbad, N.M. and Betty Louise Goode of Hugoton, Kansas; brothers James E. Hatch of Roswell, Donald Wayne Hatch of Roswell, and Robert Bert Hatch of Roswell; 10 grandchildren, 5 step-grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 5, 2005

June Haywood

CARLSBAD — A memorial service for June Smith Haywood, 84, of Las Cruces, is scheduled for 11 a.m. today at First Baptist Church with Pastor Jack Burton officiating.
Interment will be at 9:30 a.m. today at Sunset Gardens Memorial Park, Carlsbad.
She passed away Monday, Aug. 1, 2005, at Mountain View Hospital in Las Cruces.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
June Haywood was born June 1, 1921, in Vinson, Okla.
She married Charles A. Haywood on Sept. 6, 1942.
June managed a bookstore in Weatherford, Okla., during World War II while sending care packages to Charles who was in a German POW camp for 14 months.
She received her master’s of business education degree from Northern Colorado University in Greeley, Colo. June taught school in the Carlsbad public schools and at New Mexico State University-Carlsbad for 36½ years. She retired in 1986 as a professor emeritus of business.
She was a 50-plus year member of P.E.O. and a long time member of First Baptist Church. June loved spending time with family and friends and spending summers in Estes Park, Colo.
She is survived by a daughter, Cheryl Haywood Fowler and husband Scott of Las Cruces; granddaughter, Jenifer Michelle Bohart and husband Sean of Phoenix; great-granddaughter, Sara Jewel Bohart; sisters, Lelloine Gunning of Greeley and Jean Allen of Fresno, Calif.
Pallbearers are Ted Martinez, Craig Ogden, David Fritschy, Pat Pugh, Neal Reust and Larry Downum.
Honorary pallbearers are Dale Sedgwick, Jim Ogden, Reid McCloskey, Bob Snow, Ken Nelson and Charles Cable.
Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 489, Carlsbad, N.M., 88220.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 4, 2005

Everett L. Helbert

CARLSBAD — A funeral for Everett L. Helbert, 85, of South Mesquite Street, is scheduled for 10 a.m. today at West Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Travis Allen of Artesia and Chaplain Jimmy Ryan of Golden Services Hospice officiating.
Interment will follow in Carlsbad Cemetery with military honors by the Carlsbad Veterans Honor Guard.
Friends may call from 8 a.m. to service time at West Funeral Home.
Mr. Helbert died Sunday, July 31, 2005, at home.
Arrangements are by West Funeral Home.
Everett L. Helbert was born Jan. 25, 1920, in Honey Grove, Texas, to William Henry and Cora Secrest Helbert. He was raised and educated in Texas.
He was inducted into the U.S. Army on Nov. 4, 1941, and served in the European Theater as a chief radar operator. He received his honorable discharge on Oct. 10, 1945, at Ft. Bliss, Texas.
After his discharge, Everett moved to Carlsbad, where he was employed with the post office as a clerk. He worked there until his retirement.
He married Winona Garrett on Aug. 6, 1947, in Carlsbad. He was a member of American Legion Post No. 7, Artesia Senior Citizens and the postal union.
Everett is survived by his wife, “Zippy,” of the family home; one sister, Alta Gregston of Carlsbad; and two grandchildren.
Pallbearers are Jay Lewis, Clay McGonagill, E.T. Holland, Larry Smith, Dale Smith, Wayne Worley, Jerry Needham and Tim Worley.
Honorary pallbearers are Owen Lyles and former and present postal workers.
Memorial contributions may be made to Golden Services Hospice, 800 W. Pierce St., Carlsbad, NM 88220.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 3, 2005

Everett L. Helbert

CARLSBAD — Funeral services for Everett L. Helbert, 85, of South Mesquite, are set for 10 a.m. Thursday at West Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Travis Allen of Artesia and Chaplain Jimmy Ryan of Golden Services Hospice officiating.
Interment will follow in Carlsbad Cemetery. Military honors will be performed by the Carlsbad Veterans Honor Guard.
Friends may call 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. today and 8 a.m. to service time Thursday at West Funeral Home.
Mr. Helbert died Sunday, July 31, 2005, at his home.
West Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Everett L. Helbert was born Jan. 25, 1920, in Honey Grove, Texas, to William Henry and Cora Secrest Helbert. He was raised and educated in Texas. He was inducted into the U.S. Army on November 4, 1941, and served in the European Theater as a chief radar operator. He received his honorable discharge on Oct. 10, 1945, in Ft. Bliss, Texas. After his discharge, Everett moved to Carlsbad, where he was employed with the post office as a clerk. He worked there until his retirement. He married Winona Garrett on Aug. 6, 1947 in Carlsbad. He was a member of American Legion Post No. 7, Artesia Senior Citizens and the postal union.
Everett is survived by his wife, “Zippy,” of the family home, and two grandchildren.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 21, 2005

Louise Henry

CARLSBAD — A graveside service for Louise Henry, 87, of North 10th Street, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Monday at Enon Cemetery in Gilmer, Texas.
She passed away Friday, Aug. 19, 2005, at her home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the local arrangements.
Louise Henry was born March 25, 1918, in Clarksville, Texas, to Cadmus and Eva Blankenship Bean.
She married D.O. Henry on May 5, 1934, in Clarksville at the age of 16, and was a wonderful wife and mother for 71 years. Louise always took great pride in her family and was a wonderful cook. She spent much of her time working side by side with D.O. in several businesses in the Artesia area, a pleasure they both enjoyed. Louise always kept a small dog at her side through the years, each and every one loved and each and every one named Bunny. She will be greatly missed by her family, neighbors and friends.
She is survived by her husband of 71 years, D. O. Henry of Carlsbad; and four grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and nine great-great-grandchildren.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Tempering & Son Mortuary" dated August 31, 2005

Jesus S. Hernandez
(March 3, 1925 - August 30, 2005)

Services are scheduled at 9:30 A.M. Saturday, September 3, at Our Lady of Grace Church for Jesus S. Hernandez of Artesia, New Mexico.
Mr. Hernandez, 80, died Tuesday, August 30, 2005 at Artesia Good Samaritan Center.
Fr. Paul Murtagh SS.CC. will officiate at the services with burial at Woodbine Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Alvino Lopez, Freddy Salcido, Steven Salcido, Geoffrey Gonzalez, Nina Godoy and Eric Hernandez.
Visitation will be at Terpening & Son Mortuary Friday starting at 10:00 A.M. A rosary will be at Our Lady of Grace Friday beginning at 6:30 P.M.
Mr. Hernandez was born March 3, 1925 in Candelaria, Texas; the son of Martin Hernandez and Apolonia (Solis) Hernandez.
On Sept. 1, 1943 he was married to Amelia Duran in Carlsbad, N.M. He came to Artesia in 1962 from California.
He was a farm laborer and member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church.
He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, two sisters and a grandson Jesse Hernandez III.
Survivors include his wife Amelia Hernandez of the family home; sons Benny Hernandez and wife Valentina of Odessa, Texas, Jesus Hernandez Jr. of Artesia, and Fernando Hernandez and wife Norma of Chula Vista, Calif.; daughters Angie Rodriguez and husband Tony of Tulare, Calif.; Connie Salcido and husband Freddy of Dallas, Texas, and Delores Lopez and husband Arthur of Artesia; brother Espiridion Hernandez of Artesia; sisters Juanita Balencia of Artesia, Socorro Medina of Lovington, N.M., and Martina Barrera of Artesia; 18 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren, and 14 great-great-grandchildren.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 31, 2005

Rachel A. Hernandez

ARTESIA — Rachel Alice Hernandez, 54, of Oak Street, died Friday, Aug. 26, 2005, east of Artesia.
Services were held Tuesday at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, with Father Benedict Folger SS. CC. officiating and burial at Woodbine Cemetery. A vigil service was held Monday at Our Lady of Grace Church.
Services were under the direction of Terpening & Son Mortuary.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Tempering & Son Mortuary" dated August 29, 2005

Rachel Alice Hernandez
(August 18, 1951 - August 26, 2005)

Services are scheduled at 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, August 30, at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church for Rachel Alice Hernandez, Artesia, New Mexico.
Mrs. Hernandez, 54, died Friday, August 26, 2005 east of Artesia.
Fr. Benedict Folger SS. CC. will officiate at the services with burial at Woodbine Cemetery. Family members will serve as pallbearers.
A vigil service is also scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Monday at Our Lady of Grace Church.
Mrs. Hernandez was born August 18, 1951 in Tucson, Arizona; the daughter of Henry Soto and Maria (Herber) Soto.
On Aug. 18, 1970 she was married to Gonzalo D. Hernandez in Artesia. She came to Artesia in 1973 from Tucson, Arizona.
She was a housewife and member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church.
She was preceded in death by her mother and a son William Hernandez.
Survivors include her husband Gonzalo Hernandez of the family home; father Henry Soto of Ontario, Calif.; sons Hector Hernandez of Artesia, Ernesto Hernandez of San Antonio, Texas, Robert Hernandez of Artesia, Eduardo Gonzalo Hernandez of Arizona, and Henry Hernandez of New Mexico; 6 grandchildren Christina Hernandez, Michael Martin, Nicole Hernandez, Michael Ray Salinas, Idrena Hernandez and Judah Hernandez.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 10, 2005

Ramona C. Herren

CARLSBAD — A funeral for Ramona C. Herren, 35, of Missouri Street, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Thursday at Church Street Church of the Nazarene with Pastor Bill Proulx officiating. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery.
She will lie in state 5-7 p.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
She passed away Sunday, Aug. 7, 2005, in Ruidoso.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
She is survived by her husband of 11 years, Brent Herren; a son, Samuel Herren of Carlsbad; parents, Hal and Linda Bilyeu of Kansas City, Mo.; brothers, Scott Bilyeu and wife Andrea, and Ben Bilyeu all of Kansas City; and three nephews and two nieces.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 7, 2005

Father Alcuin Hunter

CARLSBAD — A funeral Mass for Father Alcuin Hunter, 69, of North Stevens Street, will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday at San Jose Catholic Church with Bishop Ramirez presiding.
A vigil will be held at 7 p.m. today at San Jose Catholic Church.
Visitation will be 1-6 p.m. today at West Funeral Home Chapel prior to the vigil.
Visitation will be at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at Mount Saint Francis, Ind. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday with burial to follow in Friars Cemetery in Mount Saint Francis.
Arrangements are by West Funeral Home.
Father Alcuin Hunter, O.F.M., Conv., died Aug. 4, 2005, in Santa Fe. He was born to Matthew and Winifred Anne Devine Hunter on July 5, 1936, in Durham, England. His family came to live in Canada when he was a youth.
In 1959, he entered the Conventual Franciscan Order, professing his solemn vows on Oct. 6, 1963. He was ordained a priest on Feb. 18, 1967, at St. Paul Cathedral, St. Paul, Minn.
Father Alcuin spent most of his priestly life in the Southwest, serving first at San Jose Parish, Carlsbad, and later at Our Lady of Grace, Loving; St. Helena, Hobbs; Our Lady of Guadalupe, Mesilla Park; Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, El Paso, Texas; and our Lady of Grace in Artesia. At the time of his death, he was stationed at St. Edward Friary, Carlsbad, assisting on weekends at St. Clare Church, Eunice, and also helping from time to time in Monahans and Kermit, Texas.
Father Alcuin was State Chaplain for the Knights of Columbus, a member of the Downtown Lions Club and Regional Spiritual Assistant for the Secular Franciscans.
Father Alcuin is survived by a brother, Dennis; sister-in-law, Mary Hunter; and five nephews, all of whom live in Canada.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 10, 2005

Beula Irish

CARLSBAD — Beula May Brownell Irish was born in Inglewood, Calif., on May 3, 1908. She died on July 29, 2005, in Tucson, Ariz.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Josie Clinton Irish.
She is survived by daughters, June Amarallys (Lou Rillos) of Arvada, Colo., and Sue Ann (Ray Katz) of Tucson. Beula will be missed by seven grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and nine great-great-grandchildren.
Beula and Joe were raised in Wisconsin and taught school in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Idaho, Virginia and New Mexico before retiring to Missouri and Arkansas. Their last years were spent in Golden, Colo. Beula was a “snowbird” to Arizona for the last 13 years.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Tom and Martha McIlvain Vocational Scholarship Fund, Carlsbad Foundation, 116 S. Canyon St., Carlsbad, N.M., 88220; or the Carondelet Hospice, 630 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ, 85711.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 24, 2005

Carroll Jackson

ARTESIA — A graveside service for Carroll “Wade” Jackson, 49, of Lovington and formerly of Artesia, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Friday at Woodbine Cemetery with Pastor David Brunson officiating.
He died Sunday, Aug. 21, 2005, at Memorial Herman S.E. Hospital in Houston.
Terpening and Son Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.
Memorials may be made to the New Mexico Boys and Girls Ranch.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Tempering & Son Mortuary" dated August 23, 2005

Carroll Jackson
(June 14, 1956 - August 21, 2005)

Graveside services are scheduled at 10:00 A.M. Friday, August 26, at Woodbine Cemetery for Carroll wade Jackson, Lovington, New Mexico.
Mr. Jackson, 49, died Sunday, August 21, 2005 at Memorial Herman S.E. Hospital in Houston, Texas.
Pastor David Brunson will officiate at the services. Honorary pallbearers will be Wade Smith, Kevin Freeman, Lewis Needham, Wayne Dixon, Jerry Walmer, and Tommy Fryer.
Mr. Jackson was born June 14, 1956 in Artesia, New Mexico; the son of Carroll William Jackson, Jr. and Opal (Stone) Jackson.
He was an Artesia resident before moving to Lovington, N.M. in 1986.
He served in the Army for four years and obtained the ranking of Sergeant.
He was a Truck Driver most recently and worked as a pumper for Phillips Petroleum for 17 years. He also was an avid outdoorsman and loved to fish and hunt.
Survivors include his parents Carroll and Opal Jackson of Hagerman, N.M.; son Allen Wade Jackson and wife Brittany of Houston, Texas; daughter Kimberly Jackson Glass and husband Steve of Lovington, N.M. brother John Jackson and wife Melinda of Lake Arthur, N.M.; sisters Effie Laman of Lubbock, Texas and Carolyn Lunde and husband Ed of Lancaster, California; grandchildren Stevie Grass of Dumas, Texas, Laci Grass, Kiersten Grass both of Lovington, and Kaylee Jackson of Houston; uncles and aunts Coleman and Carrie Jackson of Cottonwood, N.M. and Dolly and Bob Bassett of Milan, N.M.; six nieces and two nephews.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 2, 2005

Mary L. Magette

CARLSBAD — Graveside services for Mary L. Magette, 69, of Westridge Road, are set for 4 p.m. today at Carlsbad Cemetery, with Sam Plumlee Jr. of Tenth and Lea Street Church of Christ officiating.
Friends may call 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. today at West Funeral Home.
Mary L. Magette passed away Friday, July 29, 2005, at Landsun Health Service Center.
West Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mary Lavania Magette was born June 8, 1946, in San Angelo, Texas, to Elmer B. and Euna Lott Goad. Her parents moved to Carlsbad when Mary was three months old. She was raised and educated here, graduating from Carlsbad High School in 1964. She moved to California for a few years and to Kansas for one year before returning home in 1978. While in California, Mary was employed as a teller and new accounts represenative for a bank. After she moved back to Carlsbad, she was employed as a traffic manager for KATK radio for five years and as a customer service manager for Wal-Mart for six years. She was a friendly person who loved life and enjoyed writing poetry and communicating with family, especially her sisters. Mary was a member of Tenth and Lea Street Church of Christ.
She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Haskell Goad; and her former husband.
She is survived by sons, Gregory Alan Magette of Olathe, Kan., and Kevin Dean Magette, of Cincinnati, Ohio; brothers, Robert Elmer “Bob” Goad, of Carlsbad, and Kenneth Goad, of Livermore, Calif.; sisters, June Plumlee and husband Sam Sr. and Nita Brannan and husband Carl, all of Carlsbad; and numerous nieces and nephews.
We, the family of Mary Magette, wish to express our gratitude towards all the caregivers at Landsun Homes and the Landsun Hospice staff for their wonderful care.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 3, 2005

Mary L. Magette

CARLSBAD — Graveside services for Mary L. Magette, 59, of Westridge Road, were held Tuesday at Carlsbad Cemetery, with Sam Plumlee Jr. of Tenth and Lea Street Church of Christ officiating.
Mary L. Magette passed away Friday, July 29, 2005, at Landsun Health Service Center.
West Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mary Lavania Magette was born June 8, 1946, in San Angelo, Texas, to Elmer B. and Euna Lott Goad. Her parents moved to Carlsbad when Mary was three months old. She was raised and educated here, graduating from Carlsbad High School in 1964.
She moved to California for a few years and to Kansas for one year before returning home in 1978. While in California, Mary was employed as a teller and new accounts represenative for a bank. After she moved back to Carlsbad, she was employed as a traffic manager for KATK radio for five years and as a customer service manager for Wal-Mart for six years. She was a friendly person who loved life and enjoyed writing poetry and communicating with family, especially her sisters. Mary was a member of Tenth and Lea Street Church of Christ.
She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Haskell Goad; and her former husband.
She is survived by sons, Gregory Alan Magette of Olathe, Kan., and Kevin Dean Magette, of Cincinnati, Ohio; brothers, Robert Elmer “Bob” Goad, of Carlsbad, and Kenneth Goad, of Livermore, Calif.; sisters, June Plumlee and husband Sam Sr. and Nita Brannan and husband Carl, all of Carlsbad; and numerous nieces and nephews.
We, the family of Mary Magette, wish to express our gratitude towards all the caregivers at Landsun Homes and the Landsun Hospice staff for their wonderful care.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 20, 2005

Manuel H. Melendez

ARTESIA — A funeral for Manuel H. Melendez, 79, of North Sixth Street, is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. today at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Woodbine Cemetery.
A rosary was recited Friday at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church.
Mr. Melendez died Thursday, Aug. 18, 2005, at home.
Terpening and Son Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Tempering & Son Mortuary" dated August 20, 2005

Manuel H. Melendez
(November 14, 1925 - August 18, 2005)

Services are scheduled at 9:30 A.M. Saturday, August 20, at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church for Manuel H. Melendez, 1109 N. 6th St., Artesia, New Mexico.
Mr. Melendez, 79, died Thursday, August 18, 2005 at his home.
Burial will be at Woodbine Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Michael Rosco, Martin Catano, Michael Anthony Thomas, Jose Mendoza, Roy Salsberry, and Simon Salazar.
A rosary is also scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Friday at Our Lady of Grace Church.
Mr. Melendez was born November 14, 1925 in Loraine, Texas; the son of Juan Melendez and Rafaela Melendez.
On October 2, 1949 he was married to Ydubina Bihl in Presidio, Texas. He came to Artesia in 1951 from Texas.
He was a farm laborer and member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church.
He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, and a sister.
Survivors include his wife Ydubina Melendez of the family home; sons Manuel Melendez of Artesia, and Francisco Melendez of Artesia; daughters Helen Mariscal and husband Santos of Artesia, Josie Melendez of Albuquerque, N.M., and Carol Thomas of Sierra Vista, Arizona; brothers Jose Melendez of Artesia, and Jesus Melendez of Phoenix, Arizona; sisters Rosa Barriga of Phoenix, and Magdelena Melendez of Phoenix; 5 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 25, 2005

Dorothy Melvin

LOVING — A funeral for Dorothy Melvin, 79, of North Third Street, Loving, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Friday at Calvary Assembly of God with Pastors Eric and Raylene Cochrane of Loving officiating. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery.
She will lie in state 2-7 p.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
She passed away Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2005, at her home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Dorothy Mae Melvin was born July 6, 1926, in West Frankfort, Ill., to Beaulah and Harley Beaver. At the age of 15, she married her school sweetheart, Elvis E. Melvin in Jackson, Mo., on Oct. 5, 1941. The Melvin family moved to Loving in 1955, where she raised her family and has lived for the past 50 years.
Dorothy was a loving wife, mother and wonderful homemaker. Her greatest joy was her family. She volunteered much of her time working as a Sunday school teacher and a bookkeeper for Loving Assembly of God.
Dorothy was preceded in death by a son, David Richard (Rick) Melvin.
She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Elvis Melvin; a son, James Melvin and wife Karen of Carlsbad; daughters, Jo Ann Holman and husband Dennis of Carlsbad, and Sharon Kay Mecklenburg and husband Ronnie of San Angelo, Texas; and 10 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.
Pallbearers are James Melvin Sr., James Melvin Jr., Patrick Melvin, Randy Holman, Ronnie Mecklenburg Sr. and Ronnie Mecklenburg Jr.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 3, 2005

Allen Mills

ARTESIA — Closed casket services for Allen Mills, 81, of South 13th Street, are scheduled at 10 a.m. Thursday at First Baptist Church, with the Rev. Rick Sullivan officiating. Interment will follow at Woodbine Cemetery with military funeral honors and Masonic graveside rites.
Friends may call beginning at 10 a.m. today at Terpening and Son Mortuary.
Mr. Mills died Sunday, July 31, 2005, in Artesia.
Terpening and Son Mortuary is in charge of the arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Masonic Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 1275, Artesia, N.M. 88211 or to the Shriners Hospitals.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Tempering & Son Mortuary" dated August 2, 2005

Allen Mills
(February 7, 1924 - July 31, 2005)


Closed casket services are scheduled at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, August 4, at First Baptist Church for Allen Mills, Artesia, New Mexico.
Mr. Mills, 81, died Sunday, July 31, 2005 in Artesia.
Rev. Rick Sullivan will officiate at the services. Interment will follow at Woodbine Cemetery with Military funeral honors and Masonic graveside rites. Visitation at Terpening & Son Mortuary will begin at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday.
Allen was born February 7, 1924 in Alamosa, Colorado; the son of James S. Mills and Olga Lee (Watson) Mills.
He moved to Littlefield, Texas at the age of three; and came to Artesia at the age of seven.
He served in the United States Marine Corps during World War II and was very proud of his service on the USS Pennsylvania as a seagoing marine.
In 1947 he was married to Nida Dunnam in Artesia. She preceded him in death in 1953.
He married Ellonia Callahan in 1955. In 1985 he was married to Tommy Sanders.
He owned and operated Mill's Upholstery in Artesia since 1948. He was a member of First Baptist Church; a 32nd Degree Mason and a Shriner.
Allen was preceded in death by his parents; by his wife Nida; by a daughter Janie Lair; and by brothers Tharon W. Mills and Sanders Lee Mills.
Survivors include children Judith Mills Wong and husband Norbert of Honolulu, Hawaii, Jo Lynn Hope and husband Sonny of Artesia, Mitzi Baker and husband Dave of Lakewood, Colo., Monica Parker and husband Sid of Tulsa, Okla., Craig Mills of Farmington, N.M., and Mendi Dunn and husband Jeff of Tulsa; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; numerous surrogate children and many friends.
The family requests memorial contributions be made to the Masonic Scholarship Fund, P. O. Box 1275, Artesia, NM 88211 or to the Shriners Hospitals.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 17, 2005

Raul O. Moreno

CARLSBAD — A funeral Mass for Raul O. Moreno, 49, of South Elm Street, will be celebrated at 2 p.m. Thursday at San Jose Catholic Church with Father Valentine Jankowski officiating. Interment will follow in Santa Catarina Cemetery.
A prayer vigil will be recited at 7 p.m. today at San Jose Catholic Church.
Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today at West Funeral Home.
Mr. Moreno died Saturday, Aug. 13, 2005, at Carlsbad Medical Center.
Arrangements are by West Funeral Home.
Raul Olguin Moreno was born Feb. 19, 1956, in Carlsbad to Eliseo O. and Alice Olguin Moreno. He did yard work and enjoyed his family, music and walking. He was a member of San Jose Catholic Church.
Raul was preceded in death by two brothers, Gilbert and Henry Moreno.
He is survived by his parents of the family home; three brothers, David and wife Amelia, Eliseo Jr., and Joseph Moreno, all of Carlsbad; sisters, Emma Hernandez and husband Armando of Carlsbad, Ida Molinar and husband Armando of Carlsbad, Doris Rubio and husband Steve of Roswell, Ruby Olivas and husband Raphael of Carlsbad, Evelyn Moreno, Sandra Moreno, Norma Moreno, and Linda Moreno, all of Carlsbad; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers are Joseph Moreno, Joshua Moreno, Steve Rubio Sr., Armando Molinar, Raphael Olivas, Morris Ramirez, Steven Moreno and Eloy Ortega.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 10, 2005

Glenn M. Morris

CARLSBAD — A graveside service for Glenn M. Morris, 82, of Soper Street, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Friday at Carlsbad Cemetery with Chaplain Elena Yoder of Vista Care Hospice officiating. Military honors will be performed by the Carlsbad Veterans Honor Guard.
Mr. Morris died June 19, 2005, at home.
Burial arrangements are by West Funeral Home.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 13, 2005

Reyes Navarro

LOVING — A Mass of Christian burial for Reyes Vega Navarro, 91, of Second Street, Loving, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Monday at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, Loving, with Father Valentine Jankowski officiating. Interment will follow at Loving Cemetery, Loving.
A vigil is scheduled for 7 p.m. Sunday at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church.
She will lie in state 1-5 p.m. Sunday at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
She passed away Thursday, Aug. 11, 2005, at Lea Regional Medical Center in Hobbs.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 14, 2005

Reyes Navarro

LOVING — A funeral for Reyes Vega Navarro, 91, of Second Street, Loving, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Monday at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, Loving, with Father Valentine Jankowski officiating. Interment will follow at Loving Cemetery.
A vigil is scheduled for 7 p.m. today at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church.
She will lie in state 1-5 p.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
She passed away Thursday, Aug. 11, 2005, at Lea Regional Medical Center in Hobbs.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Reyes Vega Navarro was born Jan. 6, 1914, in Terlingua, Texas, to Isabel Vega and Julia Rivas Vega. She grew up in the Alpine area and later married Heliodoro Navarro in 1928.
Reyes moved to the Loving area, where she raised her family while Heliodoro worked in the mines and as a ranch hand in several southeast New Mexico communities. She became a widow at the age of 39 and raised her family without her husband, providing for them in every way possible.
Reyes enjoyed bingo, sewing and gardening. She was a member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church.
Reyes was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Heliodoro in 1954; six sons; two daughters; one grandson; one granddaughter; three sisters; and four brothers.
She is survived by daughters, Paula Martinez of Las Cruces, Margarita Parraz and husband Adan of Carlsbad, Tomasa Villareal of Carlsbad, Manuela Echavarria and husband Rafael of Loving, and Valentina Murillo and husband Nestor of Lovington; sisters, Concha Parraz and Petra Melendez both of California; and 52 grandchildren; and numerous great- and great-great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers are Miguel Murillo, Herman Murillo, Rafael Echavarria Jr., Reynaldo Echavarria, Tomas Villareal and Felipe Villareal.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 6, 2005

Eva Partido

WOODWARD, Okla. — Eva Partido, 71, of Woodward and formerly of Carlsbad, died Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2005, in the Woodward Regional Hospital following a brief illness.
A Mass of Christian burial is scheduled for 10 a.m. today in St. Peters Catholic Church with the Rev. James Knight officiating.
A graveside service will be held Monday at Carlsbad Cemetery.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Billings Funeral Home.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 2, 2005

Harold Pinckert

CARLSBAD — A celebration of life for Harold “Bud” Pinckert, 74, of East Blodgett Street, is set for 2 p.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home Chapel, with Chaplain Ed Kneeland officiating.
Mr. Pinckert passed away Saturday, July 30, 2005 at his home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Harold “Bud” Pinckert was born on October 8, 1930, in Hereford, Texas, to Ovid and Ovilla Pinckert. The family moved to Carlsbad in 1946. He joined the Air Force in 1947 and served four years, all stationed in Roswell. He met and married Virginia Weldon in 1950. After working for various potash mines, he later was employed by Sears as a service manager and in television repair, retiring after 25 years of service. Bud enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time with his family. He was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.
Harold was preceded in death by his mother and father.
Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Virginia Pinckert; daughters, Sharon LaRock and husband Richard, of Kelseyville, Calif., and Linda McDonald and husband Larry, of Loving; grandchildren, Roger Henson and wife Jody, Monica Glenn and husband Rich and their children Emilee and Georgia, Ross Henson and children Brantley and Jaycie, Rick LaRock and wife Misti and their children Lacie, Gregory and Natalie, and Melinda Hendricks and husband Jason and their children Joshua and Madison; brothers, Frankie Pinckert, of Carlsbad, and Ernie Pinckert, of Clint, Texas.
Memorial contributions may be made to Vista Care Family Hospice, 611 N. Canal St., Carlsbad, N.M. 88220.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 21, 2005

Manuel R. Pineda Sr.

CARLSBAD — A Mass of Christian burial for Manuel R. Pineda Sr., 73, of Chavez Street, will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday at San Jose Catholic Church with Father Valentine Jankowski officiating. Interment will follow at Santa Catarina Cemetery.
A vigil is scheduled for 7 p.m. today at San Jose Catholic Church.
He will lie in state 1-7 p.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
Mr. Pineda passed away Thursday, Aug. 18, 2005, at his home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Manuel R. Pineda Sr. was born Dec. 14, 1931, to Miguel Pineda and Adella Rodriquez Pineda. He was born and raised in Eddy County.
Manuel married Esperanza Vallejo in 1957 at Carlsbad.
He worked on several farms in the Otis area and at the Cortez Café for many years before retiring in 1964 due to his health. Manuel loved to ride horses, music and playing with his grandchildren. He was a member of San Jose Catholic Church.
Manuel was preceded in death by his wife, Esperanza; son, Miguel Pineda; and two sisters, Estefena Carrasco and Mary Lou Arredondo.
He is survived by sons, Manuel Pineda Jr. and wife Monica of Carlsbad, David Pineda Sr. and wife Angie of Carlsbad, Gabriel Pineda and wife Denise of Carlsbad, Jose Fuentes and wife Margie of Carlsbad, and Mike Pineda and wife Linda of Ruidoso; daughters, Alicia Barrera and husband Martin of Andrews, Texas, Emma Pina and husband Gerardo of Amarillo, Texas, Sally Montoya and husband Valdo of Carlsbad, Adelina Pineda and husband Steve of Loving, and Michelle Alvarez and husband Ricky of Amarillo, Texas; brothers, Mike Pineda and Johnny Pineda; sisters, Miguela Perez, Maria Gutierrez, Rosa Sarabia, Elena Garcia and Elsie Contreras; and 37 grandchildren and 75 great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers are David Pineda Jr., Manuel Montoya, Roman Alvarez, Orlando Murillo, Ernie Carrillo and Steve Armendarez Jr.
Honorary pallbearers are his granddaughters.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 21, 2005

Donna M. Reed

CARLSBAD — A memorial service for Donna M. Reed, 79, of Alpha Street, is scheduled for 2 p.m. Tuesday at West Funeral Home Chapel with John Burke of Oasis Christian Fellowship officiating. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place.
She died Thursday, Aug. 18, 2005, at Carlsbad Medical Center.
West Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Donna Mae Reed was born May 22, 1926, in Washington, Pa., to Dwight L. and Anna L. Swedenhjelm Bush Sr. She was raised and educated in Pennsylvania and later moved to Riverside, Calif.
She met Robert Lee Reed and they were married on Oct. 8, 1976, in Buena Park, Calif.
She taught people how to build airplanes for 10 years and then moved to Shanghai, China, and taught people the fine art of shopping for four years.
She was a member of UAW in Long Beach, Calif., and was a volunteer for a Catholic Church thrift store in Corona, Calif. She was also a homemaker and loving wife, mother and grandmother. Donna enjoyed bowling, playing bingo, traveling, casinos and shopping.
She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Gregory Young; a brother, Dwight Bush Jr.; and a sister, Loraine Carr.
She is survived by her husband of the family home; daughter, Gayle Hunn of Ruidoso; brother, Burt Bush of Green Forest, Ark.; and four grandchildren and one-plus great-grandchildren.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 25, 2005

Matthew Rendon

CARLSBAD — A service for Matthew R. Rendon, 26, of Dixon, N.M., is scheduled for 1 p.m. Friday at Oasis Christian Fellowship with Pastor Albert Alvarez officiating. Burial will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery. Cremation has taken place.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 24, 2005

Guadalupe Renteria

CARLSBAD — A memorial Mass for Guadalupe “Lupe” Renteria, 51, of Vine Street, will be celebrated at 7 p.m. Thursday at San Jose Catholic Church with Father Valentine Jankowski officiating.
She passed away Aug. 21, 2005, at her home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Guadalupe “Lupe” Renteria was born Nov. 4, 1953, to Joe S. and Trinidad Valenzuela Franco in Carlsbad. Lupe was raised and attended school in Carlsbad.
She married Luis Renteria on Feb. 18, 1984, and was employed by ECEC as a secretary/receptionist until her health forced her to retire in 2004.
She freely volunteered her time and energy supporting her daughters in their many activities including soccer, basketball, cheerleading, Business Professionals of America and any other endeavor in which parents’ participation as a sponsor or chaperone was needed. Lupe was not only actively involved in her daughters’ lives, but was also a friend and role model for the many, many children she came in contact with each day. Her family teased that “when you went shopping with Lupe, it took twice as long because everyone wanted to stop and talk with her.”
Lupe’s hobbies included sewing, crafts, baking, riding horses and to Luis’s dismay, rearranging the furniture. She was a devoted member of San Jose Catholic Church, and will always be remembered as a wonderful friend, a person who loved life and someone who truly cared.
Lupe was preceded in death by her mother and a brother, Larry Franco.
She is survived by her husband of 21 years, Luis Renteria of Carlsbad; daughters, Olivia Renteria of Albuquerque and Vanessa Renteria of Carlsbad; her father, Joe S. Franco of Carlsbad; brothers, Joe V. Franco of Seattle, Wash., Roy Franco of Seattle, Samuel Franco of San Antonio, Texas, Salome Franco of Farmington and Ismo Franco and Inez Franco of Carlsbad; sisters, Ann Duran of Seattle, Josie Zuniga of Carlsbad and Mary Helen Larranaga of Albuquerque; and numerous nieces and nephews.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 10, 2005

Vernie M. Robinson

CARLSBAD — A graveside service for Vernie M. Robinson, 78, of Sandoval Street, is scheduled for 3 p.m. Thursday at Carlsbad Cemetery with Rev. Joe Robinson, ordained minister of the Assembly’s of God Church, officiating.
Visitation will be 1-5 p.m. today and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday at West Funeral Home.
Vernie died Saturday, Aug. 6, 2005, at home.
Arrangements are by West Funeral Home.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 30, 2005

Cruz R. Rodriguez

CARLSBAD — Funeral services for Cruz Ramirez Rodriguez, 100, of South Doris, Monahans, Texas, are set for 10 a.m. Wednesday at San Jose Catholic Church, with Father Valentine Jankowski officiating. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery.
Friends may call 3-7 p.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
A vigil is scheduled for 7 p.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
She died Saturday, Aug. 27, 2005, at Monahans Managed Care Center.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Cruz Ramirez Rodriguez was born May 3, 1905, in Malaga, Texas, to Lazaro and Rita Morales Ramirez. She was preceded in death by her husband Nat Rodriguez, six brothers and five sisters.
She is survived by children, Lorisa McNew of Monahans, Genevieve Flores and husband Raymond of Monahans, Nat Rodriguez of Carlsbad, and Rodolfo Rodriguez and wife Celia of Milpitas, Calif.; 12 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; and 13 great great grandchildren.
Pallbearers will be Randy Rodriguez, Robert Rodriguez, Nat Rodriguez, IIII, Jerod Rodriguez, Joe Hernandez and B.J. Hernandez.
Danny Garcia
CARLSBAD — A funeral Mass will be celebrated for Danny R. Garcia, 51, of South Alameda St., at 10 a.m. Thursday at San Jose Catholic Church, with Father Valentine Jankowski officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Gardens Memorial Park.
Friends may call 3-8 p.m. today and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday at West Funeral Home.
A prayer vigil will be recited at 7 p.m. Wednesday at San Jose Catholic Church.
Mr. Garcia died Saturday, Aug. 27, 2005, at his home.
West Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 26, 2005

Max Roy

CARLSBAD — A funeral for Max “Mamaw” Roy, 89, of Riverside Drive, is scheduled for 2 p.m. Saturday at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home Chapel. Intrement will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery.
Friends may call 3-7 p.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
She died Thursday, Aug. 25, 2005, at Carlsbad Medical Center.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 18, 2005

Valentina Sanchez

CARLSBAD — A funeral Mass for Valentina S. Sanchez, 78, of Chavez Street, will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday at San Jose Catholic Church with Father Valentine Jankowski officiating. Interment will follow in Santa Catarina Cemetery.
A prayer vigil will be recited at 7:30 p.m. today at San Jose Catholic Church.
Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today at West Funeral Home.
She died Sunday, Aug. 14, 2005, at University Medical Center in Lubbock, Texas.
Arrangements are by West Funeral Home.
Valentina Sanchez was born Feb. 14, 1927, in Ruidosa, Texas to Benito Sosa and Reyes Mendoza Sanchez. She was raised and educated in Texas moving to Carlsbad in the early 1940s. She worked at the Carlsbad Army Air Base during World War II.
She met Leopoldo “Pepe” Sanchez and they were married on Aug. 28, 1948, in Carlsbad.
Valentina was a strong and humble person who greatly loved and was involved with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She always remembered and cared for her neighbors, friends and acquaintances and was loved by all of them. She was a member of San Jose Catholic Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and four children, Enedina, Frankie, Lionel and Luis Sanchez.
Valentina is survived by her son Leo Sanchez Jr. and wife Ana Maria of Carlsbad; daughters, Sally Sanchez, Hilda S. Nevarez and husband Jesus Manuel, Sylvia S. Hernandez and husband Oscar, Elva Sanchez-Leaton and husband Ellis, Delia Sanchez, and Elizabeth “Lisa” Sanchez, all of Carlsbad; brother, Manuel Baiza of Carlsbad; sisters, Ramona Franco and Mercedes Maldonado; grandchildren, Louis Sanchez, Jesus and Elias Nevarez, Joanna and Cesar Sanchez, Ina Marissa S. Navarro and Marisol S. Cordova, Rebecca H. Ramirez and Oscar S. Hernandez, Evita S. Nichols and Estefani S. Saldana, Larry Sanchez Jr. and Elliana S. Garcia; and six great-grandchildren, Enedina, Izaiah, Ivan, Israel, Jacob and Justyn.
Pallbearers are Jesus Manuel Nevarez, Ellis Leaton, Pete Garcia Jr., Esteban “Indio” Saldana, Oscar Hernandez and Louis Sanchez.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 4, 2005

Charles E. Siepel

CARLSBAD — A graveside service for Charles E. Siepel, 87, of Orchard Lane, was held 10 a.m. Wednesday at Carlsbad Cemetery with the Rev. Dan Bruce of Epworth United Methodist Church officiating. Visitation was held Tuesday at West Funeral Home.
Mr. Siepel died Sunday, July 31, 2005, at Landsun Health Service Center.
Arrangements are by West Funeral Home.
Charles E. Siepel was born Feb. 12, 1918, in McDough County, Ill., to Isom E. and Flora Twitchell Siepel. He was raised and educated in Illinois.
In 1943, he was stationed in Carlsbad with the Army Air Corps. Here he met his future wife, Martha Antle. They were married on Nov. 17, 1944, in Monmouth, Ill., after which they returned to Carlsbad.
Charles was employed by Southwestern Public Service Co. for 35 years, retiring as a supervising engineer. He was a hobby farmer who enjoyed rebuilding antique tractors and machinery to harvest alfalfa and pecans. He also enjoyed walking and woodworking.
He was a man of integrity with a keen sense of humor. He was a loving and supportive husband, dedicated father and mentor and grandfather to scalawag kids.
Charles was preceded in death by his parents and one brother.
He is survived by his wife of the family home; sons, Norman Siepel and wife Susan of Carlsbad, Ronald Siepel and wife Donna of Monticello, Minn., Charles Siepel and wife Marlene of Lordsburg, and Terry Siepel of Carlsbad; brother, George Siepel of Plymouth, Ill.; sister, Margaret Siepel of Plymouth, Ill.; and seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 20, 2005

Betty Skinner

ALBUQUERQUE — Betty Thomas Skinner, 74, a resident of Albuquerque, died Thursday, Aug. 18, 2005.
A past resident of Carlsbad, she was born Sunday, March 1, 1931, in Amherst, Texas.
She was preceded in death by her husband, R.C. “Moon” Skinner.
Mrs. Skinner is survived by daughters, Donna Duke and husband Bob of Corrales, and Susan Howard and husband John of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Kyle, Ryan and Brent Jenkins and Allison Anne and Rob Howard; and one great-grandchild, Pele Jenkins.
A funeral is scheduled for 2 p.m. Monday at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Albuquerque. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE.
French Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 25, 2005

Manuel Sosa

ARTESIA — A celebration Mass for Manuel Villa Sosa, 76, of Champ Clark Road, is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. Friday at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Twin Oaks Memorial Park.
A rosary is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Friday at Our Lady of Grace Church.
Friends may call beginning at 10 a.m. Friday at Terpening and Son Mortuary.
Mr. Sosa died Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2005, at Artesia General Hospital.
Terpening and Son Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 26, 2005

Manuel Sosa

ARTESIA — A celebration Mass is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church for Manuel Villa Sosa of Champ Clark Ave. The information in Thursday’s newspaper was incorrectly submitted.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Tempering & Son Mortuary" dated August 25, 2005

Manuel Villa Sosa
(September 26, 1928 - August 23, 2005)

A celebration mass is scheduled at 9:30 A.M. Saturday, August 27, at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church for Manuel Villa Sosa, Artesia, New Mexico.
Mr. Sosa, 76, died Tuesday, August 23, 2005 in Artesia.
Burial will be at Twin Oaks Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Ronnie Salsberry, Felix Fierro, Jr., Soki Segura, Cepe Martinez, John Molina and Tommy Ray Chavarria. Honorary pallbearers will be Eulogio Jaramillo, Paul Salberry, Frank Villa, Manuel Molina, Ruben Salas, and Pete Baca.
A vigil service is also scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Friday at Our Lady of Grace Church. Visitation will be at Terpening & Son Mortuary beginning at 10 A.M. Friday.
Mr. Sosa was born September 26, 1928 in Dexter, New Mexico; the son of Florencio Sosa and Juana (Villa) Sosa.
On Sept. 27, 1950 he was married to Natalia Salsberry in Artesia. He was a lifelong Artesia area resident.
He served in the Air Force during World War II and Korea.
He was a truck driver for Broom Transportation and Brewer Oil, and was also owner of Sosa Tire. He was a member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, P.T.A. in school, Boy Scouts, charter member of the Moose Lodge, Urban Renewal Commission, Local Draft Board, and enjoyed woodworking, fishing and hunting.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a son Leroy Sosa, great-grandchildren Bianca Sosa and Jeremiah Palma, a brother John Sosa and a sister Tillie Moya.
Survivors include his wife Natalia Sosa of the family home; best friend Felix Fierro of Artesia; daughters Celeste Martinez and husband Cepe of Artesia, and Sandra Sosa of Artesia; son Lawrence Sosa of Artesia; adopted daughters Elizabeth Jaramillo of Los Lunas, N.M., and Evelyn Jojola of Los Lunas; brother Stephen Sosa of Fayetteville, N. Carolina; sisters Virginia Sosa of Visalia, Calif., and Christine Baggett of Tulare, Calif.; sister-in-law Elida Segura of Artesia; 6 grandchildren Naomi Tarango, Lonnie Tarango, Levi Justice, Adrianne Justice, and Brittany Huerta all of Artesia and John Anthony Sosa of Phoenix, Arizona; and ten great-grandchildren.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 2, 2005

Lula Mae Stephens
MIDLAND, Texas — Funeral services for Lula Mae Stephens, 86, of Midland, Texas, are set for 11 a.m. today at First Assembly of God, with the Rev. Mike Hanks officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park in Odessa.
Lula Mae Stephens went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 30, 2005 after a progressive illness.
Lula Mae was born May 11, 1919, to Frank and Nancy Vaughan, in Duncan, Okla. She moved to Colorado City at an early age. Lula Mae was raised there and that is where she met the love of her life, H.N. Stephens. They were married June 6, 1942.
They then moved to Snyder, Texas, in 1951, where they raised their two daughters. Lula Mae worked as a caregiver while the family lived in Snyder. In September 1965, the family moved to Midland, where Lula Mae continued to work as a caregiver at various health care facilities, including Park View Manor, Terrace Gardens, Trinity Towers and Manor Park. Lula Mae then became a private sitter. This was the position she held when she ended her life-long calling of caring for others with love. She was a member of First Assembly of God Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her beloved husband, H.N. Stephens; six brothers, Henry, Raymond, Herman, Howard, Elmer and Donald Vaughan; and three sisters, Loriene Calloway, Coriene Banks and Mary Price.
Lula Mae’s memory will be cherished in the hearts of her family. She is survived by her daughters, Joyce Baugh, of Midland, and Mary Helen McCormick and husband James, of Carlsbad; her sister, Ruby Maxwell, of Cross Plains; brother-in-law, Ernest Stephens, of Abilene, Texas; four grandsons, Steven Baugh and wife Misty, Chris Baugh and wife Mandy, of Midland, James Allen McCormick and wife Danita, and David Brian McCormick and wife Jonnice, of Carlsbad; as well as five great-grandsons and three great-granddaughters.
The family would like to give special thanks to Dr. McLarey, Dr. Vogel and the staff of Manor Park.
Pallbearers will be Jerry Cook, Nicholas Cook, Robert Holder, Chris Angley, Michael Young and Joe Lyles.
Memorials may be directed to Home Hospice, 901 W. Missouri, Midland, Texas 79701 or First Assembly of God Church, 100 W. Wadley, Midland, Texas 79705.
Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home, 801 Andrews Hwy., Midland, Texas, (432) 683-5555.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 4, 2005

Arthur B. Thomas

CARLSBAD — Arthur Thomas was delivered by his father, Dr. Robert A. Thomas, an early pioneer physician, in Magdelena, N.M., on Jan. 3, 1910. He was a graduate of Montazuma College in Las Vegas, N.M., and received his
master’s at the University of Southern California. While living in Magdelena, he owned several businesses and was the Socorro County school superintendent. He also served as regent of the Socorro School of Mines.
Moving to Carlsbad in 1943, he became personnel manager of Potash Company of America. He held this position until he retired at 68 years of age. He and his wife, Dorothy, celebrated their 72nd wedding anniversary in 2001, a few months prior to her death. They were able to live in their home until they were in their 90s, which is a rare occurrence. He was an active member of the Presbyterian Church and the Masonic Lodge.
His son, Dr. Robert G. Thomas, was in attendance at his death, which came on July 28, 2005, in Berrien Springs, Mich.
He is survived by his son, Robert; daughter-in-law, Lora Lee (O’Cheskey) of Berrien Springs; and four grandchildren, Jonathan of La Jolla, Calif., David of Long Island, N.Y., Janet of Chicago, and Alan of Gig Harbor, Wash. He was also blessed with nine great-grandchildren.
There are plans to have a memorial service for both Dorothy and Arthur the last week of September at the Presbyterian Church with their ashes to be interred in the rose garden columbarium. Anyone wishing to attend can contact the church after Sept. 15 for time and place.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 11, 2005

Dennis R. Titus

CARLSBAD — A graveside service for Dennis R. Titus, 51, of West Stevens Street, is scheduled for 2 p.m. Friday at Carlsbad Cemetery with Pastor Tim Allen officiating.
He will lie in state 4-8 p.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
Mr. Titus passed away Monday, Aug. 8, 2005, at his home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Dennis R. Titus was born Dec. 12, 1953, in Carlsbad to Bert W. Titus Sr. and Dorothy Arrington Titus. He graduated from Carlsbad High School in 1971.
Dennis worked for the city of Carlsbad and later moved to Austin where he worked for Payton Lumber Co. He lived in Carlsbad for the past 12 years.
Dennis was preceded in death by his father; brother, Bert W. Titus Jr.; and sister, Karen Brown.
He is survived by his sons, Jeremy Titus and Jason Titus of Grandview, Texas; daughter, Kristi Titus of Richland Springs, Texas; mother, Dorothy Titus of Carlsbad; brothers, Don Titus and wife Pam of Carlsbad and Roger Titus of Bosque Farms; brother-in-law, Barry Brown of Carlsbad; sister, Juanita Young and husband Harry of Carlsbad; grandson, Cameron Titus of Grandview, Texas; nieces, Teresa Moots, Jennifer Titus, Randi Titus and Jaden Titus; and nephew, Brad Brown.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 24, 2005

Ruby W. Trachta

CARLSBAD — A graveside service for Ruby Wanda Trachta, 89, of Round Rock, Texas, is scheduled for 9 a.m. Saturday at Carlsbad Cemetery with the Rev. Craig Cockrell officiating. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place.
She died June 27, 2005, at Grand Court Retirement Center.
Arrangements are by West Funeral Home.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 25, 2005

Harvey Valenzuela

CARLSBAD — A memorial service for Harvey Jo “Chance” Valenzuela, 5 months, of North Main Street, is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. Sunday at Playground on the Pecos by the Riverwalk Recreation Center with Gene Taylor officiating. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place.
He died Sunday, Aug. 21, 2005, at University of New Mexico Hospital.
West Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 26, 2005

Harvey Jo Chance Valenzuela

CARLSBAD — Harvey Jo Chance Valenzuela passed away Aug. 21, 2005, at UNM Hospital in Albuquerque. Chance was born March 1, 2005, with his twin sister Taylor, and he fought long and hard those five months, captivating the hearts of all who were privileged to know him.
He was preceded in death by his very special great-grandpa whom he was named after, Harvey Hale.
Chance is survived by many family members who will miss him: his mother and father, Rene and Marci Joseph Valenzuela; twin sister, Taylor Rayn Valenzuela; brothers, Alexander Valenzuela and Guage Williams; great-grandmother, Modene Sheperd; grandmother, Harva Joan Joseph; grandfather, Mike Terpening; grandmother and grandfather, Rene and Maryann Valenzuela; and great-grandmother, Mary Gamboa. Also many aunts and uncles: Gary and Marla Gingrich, and Maria and Raymond Valenzuela, great-aunts Bonnie Evans and Jean Henson and great-uncle Tom Terpening.
He will also be greatly missed by cousins who looked forward to holding and spoiling him, Moriah, Benaiah, ShayAnn and Jadyn Gingrich and honorary aunts and uncles Gene and Eloise Taylor and Roxann Urquidez.
Chance formed a very special bond with his Granny Modene and even though he had it rough from the time he was born, he was good-natured, lovable and an intense fighter.
His family holds tightly to the hope of seeing him in paradise, in the arms of his great-grandpa, happy and perfectly healthy.
A memorial service is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. Sunday at Playground on the Pecos, adjacent to the Riverwalk Recreation Center.
Arrangements made by West Funeral Home and officiated by Gene Taylor.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Ronald McDonald House in Albuquerque or Watchtower Bible and Tract Society.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 31, 2005

Mable Wallace

CARLSBAD — Funeral services for Mable Wallace, 89, of West Cielo, Hobbs, are set for 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Aaron Denson of Highland Baptist Church, Hobbs, officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Gardens Memorial Park.
Friends may call 4-7 p.m. Friday at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
Mable Wallace died Sunday, Aug. 28, 2005 at Good Samaritan.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Iris M. Scott
CARLSBAD — Iris M. Scott, 92, of North 11th Street, died Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2005, at home. Arrangements are pending with West Funeral Home.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 12, 2005

Edna L. Warren

ARTESIA — A funeral for Edna Louise Warren, 82, of Feather Avenue, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Saturday at Terpening and Son Chapel with Pastor Bobby Argo officiating. Interment will follow at Twin Oaks Memorial Park.
Friends may call beginning at 10 a.m. today at Terpening and Son Mortuary.
She died Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2005, at Artesia General Hospital.
Terpening and Son Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Artesia Good Samaritan Center.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Tempering & Son Mortuary" dated August 11, 2005

Edna Louise Warren
(May 7, 1923 - August 10, 2005)

Edna Louise Warren Services are scheduled at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, August 13, at Terpening & Son Chapel for Edna Louise Warren, Artesia, New Mexico.
Mrs. Warren, 82, died Wednesday, August 10, 2005 at Artesia General Hospital in Artesia, New Mexico.
Pastor Bobby Argo will officiate at the services with burial at Twin Oaks Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Steve Shaw, Rodney Shaw, Jim Jorren, Gary Gwynne, Harold Powell, and Harry Shaw. Honorary pallbearers will be Rusty Gwynne, Elwyn Patterson and Doug McQuay.
Visitation will be at Terpening & Son Mortuary beginning at 10:00 A.M. Friday.
Mrs. Warren was born May 7, 1923 in Helena, Arkansas; the daughter of Silas Corley and Martha Lucille (Thomas) Corley.
On June 24, 1939 she was married to Ernest Eldo Warren in Marvel, Arkansas. She came to Artesia in 1953 from West Helena, Arkansas. He preceded her in death Jan. 8, 1982.
She worked as a bookkeeper, was a member of the First Baptist Church, and a former member of Eastern Star.
She was preceded in death by her parents, step-fathers Harry Ramsey and Herbert Simms, a son Ernest E. Warren Jr., grandsons Ray Gwynne and Duane Shaw, grand-daughter Christy Patterson, sons-in-law Tom Edwards, Gary Gwynne and Harry Jorren.
Survivors include her daughters Carolyn Edwards of Longview, Texas, Marilyn Shaw and husband Harry of Ruidoso, N.M., Martha Patterson and husband Ed of Artesia, and Nancy Jorren of Artesia; brother Donald Corley of Arkadelphia, Arkansas; sister Thelma Hatcher of Dover, Arkansas; eleven grandchildren; twenty-eight great-grandchildren; and twenty-one great-great-grandchildren.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Artesia Good Samaritan Care Center, 1402 W. Gilchrist Ave., Artesia, N.M. 88210.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 25, 2005

Jewell F. Weaver

CARLSBAD — Jewell F. Weaver, a long-time resident of Carlsbad, died Monday, Aug. 22, 2005, in Plano, Texas. Mrs. Weaver was born in Iola, Texas, on June 21, 1913, to Walter and Roberta Franklin. She spent most of her
childhood in Maysville, Okla., along with her three brothers who preceded her in death, and sister Lillian, still living.
She married Jack T. Wigley in 1932 in Maysville. They had five children. Through the years, the family lived in Capitan, White City, and then Carlsbad for a span of 60 years. Most of her lifetime, Mrs. Weaver worked outside the home, especially enjoying a long association with Pete Panagopoulos at Deluxe Cafe.
Jewell was very well known in Carlsbad and had many friends. She loved to watch the stock market and talk about politics. She was secretary-treasurer of the Carlsbad Investment Club.
She was predeceased by Gordon Sloan, her husband of 10 years, and Eugene Weaver, to whom she was married for 15 years.
Mrs. Weaver’s beloved son Ben C. Wigley of Phoenix died in 1988, and grandson Curtis Wigley died in California in 2004. She is survived by son Jack L. Wigley and his wife Baby, formerly of Carlsbad and now living in Streetman, Texas; daughters Barbara Wilcox and Judy Pulice of Dallas; and daughter and son-in-law Joanie and Scott Bibby of The Colony, Texas. She left 12 cherished grandchildren, including Pam Gough of Carlsbad and Jackie Dean Wigley of Gilbert, Ariz.; and nine great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held Saturday at the Sparkman/Dickey Funeral Home in Dallas.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 25, 2005

Hulda E. White

CARLSBAD — A memorial service for Hulda E. White, 87, of South Mesa Street, is scheduled for 6 p.m. Sunday at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home Chapel with Chaplain Ed Kneeland of VistaCare Hospice officiating. She will not lie in state. Cremation has taken place.
She died Saturday, Aug. 20, 2005, at Landsun Health Service Center.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated August 24, 2005

Jay Williams

CARLSBAD — A memorial service for Jay Williams, 35, of Chuckwagon Road, Carlsbad, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Thursday at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home Chapel with Brian McGonagil officiating.
He passed away Sunday, Aug. 21, 2005 at Carlsbad Medical Center.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Jay Williams was born March 28, 1970, in Pasadena, Texas, to Thomas and Connie Heath Williams and was raised in Texas, Arizona and California.
He was a Christian, baptized at the age of 13. Jay enjoyed fishing and the outdoors and loved his family. Jay had a tendency to be stubborn and impatient, but his role as a parent was changing his lifestyle and he was becoming more responsible and enjoying his family. Jay was outspoken and always honest about what he thought. He had his bike and his family, which were the most important things to him. He was known as a friend you could always count on. Jay was video junkie and a very good cook.
He was preceded in death by his father, Thomas Williams; grandfather, Hollis Heath; and grandmother, Alice Brymer.
He is survived by his wife, Angie Williams of the family home; children, Fox Williams, Darius Williams, Jaida Williams and Micki Lewis all of Carlsbad; his mother, Connie Williams of Glencoe, Ark.; a sister, Heather Williams of Omaha, Neb.; and grandparents, Mildred Heath of Carlsbad and Willard Brymer of Plainview, Texas.
Honorary pallbearers are Steven, Joe Ferrell, Gary Brymer, Jim Brymer, Lucky Heath and H.R. Heath.

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