July 2005 Obits

The following obituary transcripts appeared on-line at the "Carlsbad Current Argus"
Submitted By: Pam Wapniarski

The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 21, 2005

McCULLOUGH, BETTY
CARLSBAD — A funeral for Betty McCullough, 67, of North Richard Street, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Friday at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor David Prell of Blodgett Street Baptist Church and Chaplain Ed Kneeland of VistaCare Hospice officiating. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery.
She will lie in state 1-7 p.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
She passed away Tuesday, July 19, 2005, at her home.
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 July 22, 2005

McCULLOUGH, BETTY
CARLSBAD — A funeral for Betty McCullough, 67, of North Richard Street, is scheduled for 10 a.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor David Prell of Blodgett Street Baptist Church and Chaplain Ed Kneeland of VistaCare Hospice officiating. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery.
She passed away Tuesday, July 19, 2005, at her home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Betty McCullough was born Oct. 2, 1937, to J.C. and Lillie Kenyon West in Carlsbad, where she was raised and attended school. After high school, she attended college.
She met Will McCullough and they married on March 23, 1956, in Carlsbad.
She enjoyed her duties as a wife and mother and was very happy being able to invest her time and effort in raising her children and watching her grandchildren grow. She managed to fit into her schedule time to ride horses, break mules and play the piano.
Betty was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters and three brothers.
She is survived by her husband of 49 years, Will McCullough; six children, Linda Carter of Carlsbad, Lee McCullough Jr. and wife Joyce of Bartlesville, Okla., Kathy Wilson and husband Randy of Carlsbad, Karen Sue Christesson and husband Mark of Carlsbad, Lisa Wray of Carlsbad, and Alicia Renee Ramirez and husband Joe of Irving, Texas; a brother, Dick West and wife Glenda of Carlsbad; and 12 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers are Betty’s grandsons Joshua Wray, Russell Wilson, Andrew McCullough, Bobby Christesson, Jamie Carter and Justin Campbell
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to VistaCare Hospice, 611 N. Canal St., Carlsbad, NM, 88220.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 17, 2005

MEYN, ROBERT J. “BOB”
CARLSBAD — Robert J. “Bob” Meyn, 51, of Westernway, died Wednesday, July 13, 2005, at Carlsbad Medical Center. Services are pending with Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 18, 2005

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 19, 2005

MEYN, ROBERT J.
CARLSBAD — Robert J. “Bob” Meyn, 51, of Western Way, passed away Wednesday, July 13, 2005, at Carlsbad Medical Center.
Interment of cremated remains is set for 11 a.m. Thursday at Lovington Cemetery.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Robert James Meyn was born Sept. 6, 1953, in Manhatten, N.Y., to Robert Meyn and Catherine J. McDonnell Meyn. Bob was a resident of Lovington for more than 27 years, where he worked in the oil field. He also lived in Lubbock and was most recently a resident of Carlsbad for the past three years.
He was preceded in death by mother, Catherine Meyn, and brother, Richard P. Meyn.
Survivors include his wife of 30 years, Joan Meyn; sons, Johnny Meyn, of Carlsbad, Robert W. Meyn Sr., of Carlsbad, and Kevin Meyn, of Lovington; seven grandchildren; father, Robert Meyn, of Iowa; brother, Michael Meyn, of Pennsylvania; sisters, Mary Bailey and Mike Kennemer, of Carlsbad, Kat Voyles and husband Lonnie, of Lovington, and Eileen Meyn, of Carlsbad; brother, James Meyne, of Carlsbad, and numerous nieces and nephews.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 8, 2005

MOBLEY, RONALD D.
CARLSBAD — Ronald Dean Mobley, 49, of Ruidoso, died Wednesday, July 6, 2005, at home. Services are pending with Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 9, 2005

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

MOBLEY, DEAN
CARLSBAD — A funeral for Dean Mobley, 49, of Spruce Drive, Ruidoso, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Tuesday at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Dean McAlister officiating. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery.
He will lie in state 3-7 p.m. Monday at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
Mr. Mobley passed away Wednesday, July 6, 2005, at his home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Dean Mobley was born Oct. 1, 1955, to Jay and Edith Gibson Mobley in Carlsbad. He was active in 4-H as a young man, and was very involved with the rodeo for a number of years. Dean won State Championship two years in a row for mule racing and did well in other areas as well. He loved hunting and fishing.
Dean was preceded in death by sons Jason Shane Mobley and Joshua Ryan Kinkade.
He is survived by his spouse, Karen Kinkade Mobley of the family home; sons, Rory Dean Mobley and wife Randa of Carlsbad, Zachery Blaze Mobley of Carlsbad and Steven Boyd Kinkade and wife Christi of Clovis; daughters, Candy Scott and husband KC of Colorado Springs, Colo., and Victoria Carleen Merimon of Clovis; his parents, Jay and Edith Gibson Mobley of Carlsbad; a brother, Larry Mobley and wife Jean of Branson, Mo.; sisters, Glenda Posey and husband Ray of Flatrock, Ala., and Brenda Johnson and husband Chris of Candleville, Ind.; eight grandchildren; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers are David Greenwood, Quin Crabb, Frank Walker, Randy Smith, Wes Wilbourn and Justin Caston. Honorary pallbearers are Dana Riddle, Steve Wilson, Will Kinkade and David Birchell.
Lorenza Marquez
CARLSBAD — A funeral for Lorenza Catalina Martinez Marquez, 71, of Monte Vista Street, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Monday at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Loving Cemetery.
Friends may call 2-6 p.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
She died Thursday, July 7, 2005, at home.
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 July 12, 2005

MORRIS, GLENN
CARLSBAD — Memorial services for Glenn M. Morris, 82, of Soper St., are set for Thursday, July 14, 2005, at First Presbyterian Church, 309 W. Shaw St. Cremation has taken place.
Glenn Morris died Sunday, June 19, 2005.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 13, 2005

MORRIS, GLENN
CARLSBAD — A memorial service for Glenn M. Morris, 82, of Soper Street, is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. Thursday at First Presbyterian Church, 309 W. Shaw St. Cremation has taken place.
Mr. Morris died Sunday, June 19, 2005.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 22, 2005

MORROW, DENTON L.
FORT WORTH — Denton L. Morrow, 80, a retired plumbing contractor, passed away Thursday, July 21, 2005.
A funeral is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. Saturday in Greenwood Chapel with entombment at
Greenwood Mausoleum. Friends may call 6-8 p.m. today at Greenwood Funeral Home.
Mr. Morrow was born Nov. 10, 1924, in Hammon, Okla. He graduated from high school in Carlsbad in 1942 and entered the Army Air Corps where he served combat duty as a B-24 pilot with the 8th Air Force in Europe.
Afterwards, he attended college at Baylor and the University of Oklahoma. Following college, he worked for various mining companies in the western United States and Canada.
He was executive director of the New Mexico Mining Association for three years. In 1969, he moved to Houston, where he met and married Jane, the love of his life. While in Houston, he was corporate systems manager for Duval Corp., the mining subsidiary of Penzoil Corp. Subsequently, he moved to Fort Worth, where he and his wife owned and operated Fisher-Boone Plumbing Co. from 1972 until his retirement in 1992. During this time he was a major stockholder of Houston-Bay Supply Co. and Filter Products. Additionally, he owned and operated Filter Specialists of Fort Worth.
He was a past president of the Fort Worth Charter of the National Association of Plumbing and Heating Contractors and was a member of the Fort Worth Plumbing Board for six years.
Mr. Morrow was a member of the Petroleum Club, Ridglea Country Club, Overton United Methodist Church and Eddy No. 21 Masonic Lodge of Carlsbad.
The family offers their heartfelt thanks and appreciation to Dr. Susan Blue who for 20 years helped Mr. Morrow in his courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease. Our gratitude also goes out to Dr. Quang Le for his compassionate care of our loved one.
Survivors include his wife, Jane C. Morrow of Fort Worth; daughters, Carol Maguire and Gay Guy of Albuquerque; son, John R. Morrow of New Mexico; stepdaughters, Gypsy Mallon of Granbury and Toni Price of Fort Worth; brothers, Dr. H.G. Morrow of Hot Springs, Ark., and M.D. Morrow of Buffalo, N.Y.; sisters, Juanice Meek and Norma Jean Ferris of Carlsbad; six grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
Greenwood Funeral Home, 3100 White Settlement Road, Fort Worth, is in charge of arrangements. View and sign a guestbook at www. star-telegram.com/obituaries.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 17, 2005

NEVAREZ, JOSE
CARLSBAD — A funeral Mass for Jose Nevarez, 78, of Carlsbad, will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday at San Jose Catholic Church.
A vigil is scheduled for 7 p.m. Tuesday at San Jose Catholic Church.
Friends may call 1-5 p.m. Tuesday at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
Mr. Nevarez died Friday, July 15, 2005, in Roswell.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 18, 2005

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 19, 2005

NEVAREZ, JOSE
CARLSBAD — Funeral services for Jose Nevarez, 78, of Carlsbad, are set for 10 a.m. Wednesday at San Jose Catholic Church, with Father Alcuin Hunter officiating. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery.
A vigil is set for 7 p.m. today at San Jose Catholic Church. Friends may call 1-5 p.m. today.
Mr. Nevarez passed away Friday, July 15, 2005, at Casa Maria in Roswell.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Jose de Jesus Nevarez was born Sept. 23, 1926, to Maria Nevarez in Chihuahua, Mexico. Jose worked for Forney Dairy for many years and also worked for several farms in the Carlsbad area. Jose retired in 1986 from N-REN Corporation.
Survivors include sons, Jesus Manuel Nevarez Sr. and wife Hilda, of Carlsbad, and Mario Nevarez and wife Donna, of Carlsbad; daughters, Martha Acosta and husband Juan, of Carlsbad, Hortensia Nevarez, of Carlsbad, and Gloria Ballard and husband Richard, of Fernley, Nev.; grandsons Jesus Manuel Nevarez Jr. and Amie Leisle, Elias Nevarez, Jose “Joey” Nevarez and Patrick Ballard; granddaughter, Gabriela “Gabby” Ballard; twin great grandsons, Justyn Nevarez and Jaycob Nevarez; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers will be Jesus Nevarez, Eli Nevarez, Joey Nevarez, Manuel Navarez, Juan Acosta and Mario Nevarez.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 17, 2005

NEVILL, NELDA C.
EASTLAND, Texas — Nelda Charlene Nevill, 63, died Saturday in an Abilene hospital after a long battle with illness. Visitation will be 4-6 p.m. today at the Edwards Funeral Home in Eastland. A funeral is scheduled for 2:30
p.m. Monday at First Baptist Church in Eastland with Dr. Shawn Brewer officiating. Burial will be in the Eastland City Cemetery.
Mrs. Nevill was born in Bisbee, Ariz., on Feb. 17, 1942, to William Morris and Evelyn Pomroy Hammett. She spent most of her childhood in Carlsbad. In 1962, she met and married John Ed Nevill of Sonora, Texas, in Carlsbad.
After moving to Eastland in 1969 with her husband and three small children, she decided to go to barber school. She owned and operated Modern Barber Shop for 26 years in Eastland. She was an active member of the First Baptist Church and enjoyed bowling, her grandchildren and working as a volunteer at the Majestic Theatre.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
She is survived by her husband, John Ed Nevill of Eastland; children, April of Plano, Kellar and his wife Deepika and children Brielle, Brycen, Kiran and Zara of Trophy Club, and Glenn and his wife Carol and children Rachel and Ashley of Southlake; brothers, Bill Hammett and wife, Bonnie, and Don Hammett all of Carlsbad; and three nieces, five nephews and several great-nieces and great-nephews.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 18, 2005

NORVELL, CARRINGTON MASON
(October 25, 1933 - July 10, 2005) PHOTO
Graveside services are scheduled at 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, July 12, at Woodbine Cemetery for Carrington Mason Norvell, Artesia, New Mexico.
Mr. Norvell, 71, died Sunday, July 10, 2005 at Artesia General Hospital.
Markey Byers will officiate at the services.
Mr. Norvell was born October 25, 1933 in Wetumka, Oklahoma; the son of Mack Norvell and Hazel (Romic) Norvell.
He was married to Ruth Helen Pettigrew in Globe, Arizona. He came to Artesia in 1992 from Mesa, Arizona. He was a Journeyman Plasterer and member of Mormon Church in Tempe, Arizona, and member of the O.P.M.C.I.A. Union.
He was preceded in death by parents, a brother and 4 sisters.
Survivors include his wife Ruth Helen Norvell of the family home; sons Randy Norvell and Norman Norvell both of Apache Junction, Arizona; step-son Steve Dick of Apache Junction; step-daughters Paula Schofield of Colorado Springs, Colorado, and Toni Byers of Artesia; sister Helen Lanier of Dexter, N.M.; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

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

NORVELL, CARRINGTON
ARTESIA — Graveside services for Carrington Mason Norvell, 71, of Artesia, are set for 10 a.m. today at Woodbine Cemetery, with Markey Byers officiating.
Mr. Norvell died Sunday, July 10, 2005, at Artesia General Hospital.
Services are under the direction of Terpening and Son Mortuary.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Terpening and Son Mortuary" published shortly after June 10, 2005

OAKES, CYNTHIA A.
(November 5, 1947 - June 10, 2005) PHOTO
Services are scheduled at 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, June 14, at Terpening & Son Chapel for Cynthia Oakes of Artesia.
Mrs. Oakes, 57, died Friday, June 10, 2005 at Artesia General Hospital.
Rev. Terry Aiello will officiate at the services with burial at Twin Oaks Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be family members.
Mrs. Oakes was born November 5, 1947 in Artesia, New Mexico; the daughter of Clarence Key and Grace (Adair) Key.
She was a livelong resident of the Artesia area and worked as an office manager for KSVP Radio station. Mrs. Oakes was preceded in death by her parents
Survivors include her daughter Charla Sanders and husband Danny of Ft. Walton Beach, Florida; son Chad Oakes and wife Shelly of Southern California; sister Penny Thigpen of Artesia, N.M.; and nieces Lyn Harrison of Artesia, Kim Klein of Dexter, N.M., and Dawn Thigpen of Roswell, N.M
Memorial contributions may be made to the MS Association of America, PO Box 1887, Marrifield, Virginia 22116.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Terpening and Son Mortuary" published prior to August 1, 2005

OAKES, CYNTHIA A.
Guest Book

Jeannie & Richard Belvin
Muleshoe, Tx. 79347
June 12, 2005 7:18 PM

We want to send our most heartfelt sympathy to the family of Cindy Keys Oakes. I remember Cindy as a carefree soul that always had a smile on her face and a giggle to share. This had to help in the many struggles she had to face in her life here on earth. She is now shareing her wonderful smile and giggle with the angels in heaven. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely, Jeannie and Richard Belvin

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

OAKES, MICHAEL E.
CARLSBAD — Michael E. Oakes, 27, of Caballo Road, died Thursday, July 21, 2005, along U.S. Highway 62-180. Services are pending with West Funeral Home.

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

OAKES, MICHAEL E.
CARLSBAD — A memorial service for Michael E. Oakes, 27, of Caballo Road, is scheduled for 2 p.m. Wednesday at Victory Baptist Church with Pastor D. Michael Lee officiating. Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation.
Michael died Thursday, July 21, 2005, along U.S. Highway 62-180.
West Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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

OAKES, MICHAEL
CARLSBAD — A memorial service for Michael Edwin Oakes, 27, of Caballo Road, is set for 2 p.m. Wednesday at Victory Baptist Church, with Pastor D. Michael Lee officiating.
Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation.
Mr. Oakes died Thursday, July 21, 2005, along U.S. Highway 62-180.
Arrangements are by West Funeral Home.
Michael Edwin Oakes was born July 5, 1978, in Pecos, Texas, to Gilbert Edwin and Annie E. Strain Oakes.
He joined the U.S. Navy after graduating from high school in Rosser, Texas. He worked in the engine room on a mine sweeper while in the Navy.
Michael loved working on cars and four-wheel trucks and was a diesel mechanic. He built and ran race cars and won several racing trophies while he lived in Texas.
Michael moved to Carlsbad in 1999 and started working in the oil field as a floor hand. He loved the oil field, and he worked his way up to a driller. He had been a driller for Patterson-UTI for the last 2½ years.
He was preceded in death by his cousin, Joseph Strain; uncle, Robert Strain; maternal grandmother and grandfather; and his paternal grandfather.
He is survived by his mother and stepfather, Annie Lowrey and James, of Carlsbad; his father, Gilbert E. Oakes and wife Linda, of Rosser, Texas; uncles, Edward Strain and wife Rosemary, of Pecos, Texas, James Strain, of Fort Worth, Texas, and Don Curtis Strain of Fort Worth; aunts, Linda Strain, of Amarillo, Texas, and Mildred King, of Plano, Texas; and 11 cousins.
Also surviving is his paternal grandmother, Velma Oakes, of Bonham, Texas; aunts, Lois and husband Neville Cummings, of San Jose, Calif., and Evalyn Poole and husband Robert and cousin Russell Poole, of Bokchito, Okla.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 1, 2005

ORNELAS, DIANA S.
LOVING — Diana S. “Nana” Ornelas, 35, of North Third Street, died Tuesday, June 28, 2005, at home. Services are pending with Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.

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

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

ORNELAS, DIANA S.
LOVING — A funeral for Diana S. “Nana” Ornelas, 35, of North Third 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 2-5 p.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
She passed away Tuesday, June 28, 2005, at her home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Diana S. “Nana” Ornelas was born May 25, 1970, to David D. and Viviana G. Salmon Ornelas in Carlsbad. Nana was very active in the community and was a sponsor for the Loving Junior High School cheerleaders. Nana loved caring for Chelsey and Courtney Spaulding and the time spent with the CARC clients for the past 10 years. Nana enjoyed dancing, singing and spending time with her friends. She was known for her wonderful sense of humor and was always the life of the party.
Diana was preceded in death by her grandparents and several aunts and uncles.
She is survived by her parents, David and Viviana Ornelas of Loving; sister, Maria S. Ornelas of Loving; brothers, Ervie S. “Bubba” Ornelas of Loving and David Ornelas Jr. and wife Julie of Albuquerque; her adopted brother, Ernie Ornelas of Loving; special friends, Heiro and Heroi Nemoto of Tokyo, Japan; and two nephews, David Ornelas III of Albuquerque and Joseph Ornelas.
Pallbearers are Ceasar Franco, Cruz Ornelas, Rachel Lara, Monica Rubio, Raul Hernandez, Saul Rey Sanchez, Jimmy Joe Lopez, Marty Martinez, George Johnson, Mary Belle Alicia, Stacy Waters and David Ramirez. Honorary pallbearers are Mason Rodriguez, friends, family and CARC Inc. clients.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 14, 2005

ORONA, JOSE C. SR.
CARLSBAD — A funeral for Jose C. Orona Sr., 83, of West Lea Street, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Saturday at San Jose Catholic Church with Father Noel Kramer officiating. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery.
A vigil is scheduled for 7 a.m. Friday at San Jose Catholic Church.
Friends may call 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
Mr. Orona died Wednesday, July 13, 2005, at home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 15, 2005

ORONA, JOSE C.
CARLSBAD — A Mass of Christian burial for Jose C. Orona Sr., 83, of West Lea Street, will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday at San Jose Catholic Church with Father Noel Kramer officiating. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery.
Carlsbad Veterans Honor Guard will provide military honors.
A vigil is scheduled for 7 p.m. today at San Jose Catholic Church.
He will lie in state 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
Mr. Orona passed away Wednesday, July 13, 2005, at home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Jose C. Orona Sr. was born Feb. 16, 1922, to Jose and Bartola Carrasco Orona in Toyah, Texas. He was raised and attended school in the Malaga area, where he farmed until he entered the U.S. Army in 1942. Jose was a squad leader in the European and African Theatres where he earned the Silver Star with an oak leaf cluster and was awarded the Purple Heart for wounds received in Italy.
He returned to Carlsbad after the service and married Martina Carrasco in 1947.
Jose worked construction until his retirement in 1987. He enjoyed playing cards and dominoes and just driving around town visiting with his friends. He enjoyed two beers at 4 p.m. (no earlier). He loved his family and enjoyed being around his grandchildren. He was a member of San Jose Catholic Church and The Military Order of the Purple Heart.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 38 years Martina; son, Michael; daughter, Sally; brothers, Augustin and Ignacio; and sister, Elisa Saiz.
Survivors include his wife, Maria Orona of Carlsbad; sons, Joe Orona Jr. and wife Dottie of Carlsbad and Tracy Flores and wife Emily of Carlsbad; daughters, Alice Orona of Carlsbad, Sandra Subia and husband Alfonso of Carlsbad, Yolanda Mireles and husband Nano of Carlsbad, Chuga Flores and husband Ernie of Carlsbad and Candi Coca and husband Reyes of Colorado; brothers, Nieves Orona of Albuquerque and Ray Orona of California; sisters, Emma Samaniego of Carlsbad and Maria Lopez of Hobbs; and 21 grandchildren and 34 great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers are Joey Orona, Billy Mireles, Timmy Tanner, Mark Orona, Lawrence Orona and Damian Lopez.
Honorary pallbearers are Rick Samaniego, Audrey Tanner, Sunni Marie Acosta, Martina Orona, Veronica Hernandez, Candi Coca, Martha Soto and members of the Military Order of the Purple Heart.

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The following excerpt was taken from the “Terpening and Son Mortuary” published after July 25, 2005

ORQUIZ, ROBERT D.
(December 12, 1951 – July 25, 2005) PHOTO
Services are scheduled at 9:30 a.m. Friday, July 29, at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church for Robert D. Orquiz, Artesia, New Mexico.
Mr. Orquiz, 53, died Monday, July 25, 2005 in Artesia.
Father Richard Lifrak SS. CC. Will officiate at the services with burial at Twin Oaks Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Fred Balencia, David De La Rosa, Ivan Villa, Hector Perez, Israel Soto, and Augustine Torrez.
A vigil service is also planned for 6:30 p.m. Thursday at Our Lady of Grace. Visitation at Terpening & Son Mortuary will begin at 10:00 a.m. Thursday.
Robert was born December 12, 1951 in Artesia; the son of Ramon Orquiz and Elisa (De La Rosa) Orquiz. He was a 1970 graduate of Artesia High School.
On Feb. 28, 2005 he was married to Antoiennette Ybarra in Lubbock, Texas.
He was an agricultural laborer and member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church.
He was preceded in death by his mother Elisa in 1996.
Survivors include his wife Antoiennette Orquiz of family home; his father Ramon Orquiz of Artesia; sons Robert Orquiz, Jr. and Ramon Orquiz both of Dallas, Texas; daughters Jennifer Butler, Veronica Watts, and Xochil Orquiz all of Artesia; a brother John Orquiz of Roswell, N.M.; sisters Sylvia Burnett of Artesia and Kathy Cobos of Aurora, Colo.; three grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 28, 2005

ORQUIZ, ROBERT D.
ARTESIA — A funeral for Robert D. Orquiz, 53, of West Cottonwood Road, is scheduled at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church with Father Richard Lifrak, SS. CC., officiating. Burial will follow at Twin Oaks Memorial Park.
A vigil is planned for 6:30 p.m. today at Our Lady of Grace.
Friends may call beginning at 10 a.m. today at Terpening and Son Mortuary.
Mr. Orquiz died Monday, July 25, 2005, at Artesia General Hospital.
Services are under the direction of Terpening and Son Mortuary. Remember Mr. Orquiz online at www. artesiafunerals.com.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 16, 2005

PERKOWSKI, CAMILLA R.
CARLSBAD — Camilla Ruth Neil was born to Celia and Harold Neil on July 2, 1922. She graduated Lowell High School in San Francisco in January 1941, and continued her education to get a cosmetology license. She
met her husband, Earl Perkowski, while living in San Francisco. They were married Aug. 8, 1943.
Earl spent 32 years in the U.S. Navy. Camilla was his wife, friend and confidant. They had three children, Joyce (Lintner), Janet (Fry), and Alan (Perkowski). They retired and settled in Carlsbad in early 1969. Camilla continued to live in Carlsbad after her husband, Earl, passed away in 1988. Due to her declining health, she moved closer to her daughters in Southern California in 2000. In December 2003, she moved into her granddaughter and grandson-in-law’s home, where she lived the last 1½ years of her life.
Camilla died at home shortly after noon on Friday, July 8, at the age of 83. She is survived by her two daughters and son, Joyce and Janet, both living in San Diego County, and, Alan, living in Plano, Texas. Her six grandchildren are Diane, who lives with her husband in Ohio, Brian, living with his wife in New Jersey, George, Debora and Christina, who all live in Southern California with their families, and Lori, who also lives in Plano with her husband. Her great-grandchildren are Matthew, 15, in New Jersey, Jared, 10, Hannah, 8, Simon, 4, Abby, 2, Kenan, 2, Micah, 2½ months, and Emily, 8 hours, all in Southern California, and Max, 2½, and Julianna, 1½, who live in Plano. She was loved by us all, and we are thankful for the many years we were able to spend with her.
Camilla will be cremated and her ashes scattered at sea at 10 a.m. today off the coast of San Diego. There will be a family memorial service at 6 p.m. today at La Jolla Shores. Her name will be placed on her husband’s memorial marker at Rosecrans National Cemetery, San Diego.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Terpening and Son Mortuary" published shortly after June 30, 2005

PEURIFOY, DOROTHY
(June 17, 1933 - June 30, 2005)
Services are scheduled at 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, July 5, at Terpening & Son Chapel for Dorothy Peurifoy, 1105 Yates Ave., Artesia, New Mexico.
Mrs. Peurifoy, 72, died Thursday, June 30, 2005 at University Medical Center in Lubbock, Texas.
Rev. Rick Sullivan will officiate at the services with burial at Woodbine Cemetery.
Visitation will be at Terpening & Son Mortuary beginning at 2 p.m. Monday
Mrs. Peurifoy was born June 17, 1933 in Bledsoe, Texas; the daughter of J.N. Foster and Ocia (Jacobs) Foster.
On July 7, 1951 she was married to David C. Peurifoy Jr. in Levelland, Texas. She came to Artesia in 1959 from Hobbs, NM. He preceded her in death Jan. 13, 1988.
She was an Operator for the Telephone Company and a homemaker. She attended First Baptist Church.
Survivors include son David Peurifoy and wife Connie of Katy, Texas; brother: L.J. Foster of Lubbock; grandsons David John Peurifoy, Michael Peurifoy and Andrew Peurifoy; several nieces and nephews.

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

PEURIFOY, DOROTHY
ARTESIA — A funeral for Dorothy Peurifoy, 72, of Yates Avenue, is scheduled for 2 p.m. Tuesday at Terpening and Son Chapel with the Rev. Rick Sullivan officiating. Interment will follow at Woodbine Cemetery.
Friends may call beginning at 2 p.m. Monday at Terpening and Son Mortuary.
She died Thursday, June 30, 2005, at University Medical Center in Lubbock, Texas.
Terpening and Son Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 5, 2005

PHILLIPS, ESSIE MAE
CARLSBAD — A funeral for Essie Mae Phillips, 93, of West Pierce Street, is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. Wednesday at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery.
She will lie in state 6-8 p.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
She passed away Sunday, July 3, 2005, at Lakeview Christian Home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Essie Mae Phillips was born Feb. 8, 1912, to Edward Gardener Shans and Minnie Mae Pearson Shans in Calera, Okla.
Essie was preceded in death by her husband, John B. Phillips.
She is survived by a daughter, LaDell Stafford and husband Ellis of Carlsbad; a son, Charles Quinton Phillips and Connie of Odessa, Texas; four grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; a brother, Coy C. Shans of Arizona; and a sister, Edna Trent of Oklahoma.
Pallbearers will be grandsons and great-grandsons.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 31, 2005

PINCKERT, HAROLD
CARLSBAD — A memorial service for Harold Pinckert, 74, of East Blodgett Street, is scheduled for 2 p.m. Tuesday at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home Chapel.
Mr. Pinckert died Saturday, July 30, 2005, at home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 7, 2005

PONTELLO, ALBERTA
CARLSBAD — A memorial or graveside service is pending for Alberta Viola Pontello, who passed away Wednesday, July 6, 2005, at Lakeview Christian Home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Alberta was born on Nov. 1, 1916, in California and was raised in Nanton, Canada. She accepted her Lord at 16 years of age and was baptized. She married Robert Newberg in 1934. Two children were born to this union. Mr. Newberg passed away in 1955. In 1958, Alberta married Frank Pontello, of Long Beach, Calif., and together they raised his two sons. They lived in Long Beach until two years ago when they relocated to Carlsbad. Frank and Alberta were active members of Scottish Rite and Eastern Star.
Alberta was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Robert Newberg, who was killed in Vietman; and one brother and two sisters.
Survivors include her husband, Frank, of Carlsbad; son, Roy Newberg, of Carlsbad; stepsons, Rick Pontello, of Sacramento, Calif., and Tony Pontello, of Connecticut; brother, Anderson Russell, of Reno, Nev.; and a number of grandchildren and great grandchildren and nieces and nephews.
The family would like to thank those who have offered expressions of sympathy, with special thanks to Lisa Schierholt and the staff of Lakeview Christian Home, who provided wonderful, professional care during her illness.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 6, 2005

POPE, JACK
CARLSBAD — Memorial services for Jack Brice Pope, 92, of Ortega Street, are set for 10 a.m. Thursday at First Christian Church, with Pastor Dave Rogers and Chaplain Jimmy Ryan of Golden Services Hospice officiating.
There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place.
Mr. Pope died Tuesday, July 5, 2005, at home.
Arrangements are by West Funeral Home.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 7, 2005

POPE, JACK
CARLSBAD — Memorial services for Jack Brice Pope, 92, of Ortega Street, are set for 10 a.m. today at First Christian Church, with Pastor Dave Rogers and Chaplain Jimmy Ryan of Golden Services Hospice officiating.
There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place.
Mr. Pope died Tuesday, July 5, 2005, at home.
West Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Jack Brice Pope was born September 2, 1912, in Carlsbad to William J.T. and Callie Jane Wolfe Pope. He was raised and educated in Carlsbad.
In 1935, Jack gained employment with Potash Company of America and worked there until 1940. At that time, he became employed with IMC and worked there until his retirement in 1977.
He married Willie Lorena Lankford on December 23, 1939, in Roswell.
In his spare time, he raised pigs and horses and really enjoyed his vegetable gardens. He was a member of First Christian Church.
Jack was preceded in death by his parents; six brothers, Jim, Ed, Tom, Charlie, George and Oscar; sister, Kate Kutrch; and one grandson, Jason Cunningham.
Survivors include his wife, of the family home; son, Danny Pope and his wife Gloria, of Carlsbad; daughter, Jackie Cunningham and husband “Red,” of Gallup; four grandchildren; and 11 great grandchildren.
Honorary pallbearers will be Henry Grandi and Billy Grandi.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First Christian Church, 1002 W. Church St., Carlsbad, N.M. 88220 or a charity of your choice.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 5, 2005

POTTER, BELVA
CARLSBAD — Belva Potter, 93, of Carlsbad, died Sunday, July 3, 2005, at Lakeview Christian Home-Northgate Unit.
Services are pending with Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 6, 2005

POTTER, BELVA
CARLSBAD — Funeral services for Belva Potter, 93, of West Pierce Street, are set for 2 p.m. Thursday at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Jimmy Ryan officiating. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery.
Friends may call 4-7 p.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
Belva Potter passed away Sunday, July 3, 2005, at Lakeview Christian Home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Belva Potter was born April 21, 1912, to James and Eliza McKinney Guilliams in Potterville, Mo. She lived in Missouri until the age of 12, moving to New Mexico in a Model T Ford. Belva attended school in Weed and moved to Carlsbad, where she met and married Walter Potter. She raised her daughter in Carlsbad. Belva loved caring for her home and family and took great pride in her yard and home.
She was preceded in death by her husband; sisters, Dovie Beanblossom, Eulah Davis and Bess Bennett; and brothers, Willie Guilliams and Hervil Guilliams.
Survivors include daughter, Betty Jean Ireland, of Hesperia, Calif.; brother, Russell Guilliams and wife Louise, of Carlsbad; sister, Delphia Evitt, of Highlands, N.C.; granddaughter, Velta Daigneault of Albuquerque; grandsons, Jay Leck, of Carlsbad, and Scott Ireland, of Hesperia, Calif.; and several great grandchildren.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 20, 2005

PRICHARD, GLEN
CARLSBAD — A memorial service for Glen Prichard, 37, of South Clayton Street, Carlsbad, is scheduled for 1 p.m. Monday at First Church of the Nazarene with the Rev. Dean Coonradt officiating.
Mr. Prichard passed away Monday, July 18, 2005.
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 July 24, 2005

PRICHARD, GLEN A.
CARLSBAD — Glen Allen Prichard was born March 29, 1968, in Odessa, Texas. He died July 17, 2005.
A memorial service is planned for 1 p.m. Monday at the First Church of the Nazarene with the Rev. Dean Coonradt officiating.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 3, 2005

RAMIREZ, TEOFILA O.
CARLSBAD — Teofila (Tillie) O. Ramirez, 54, died Nov. 13, 2003. A memorial Mass is scheduled for 11 a.m. Tuesday at San Jose Catholic Church. Inurnment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery.
Tillie moved to Colorado
Springs in December 1999. Tillie walked into a lot of people’s lives and was known for her hospitality. Tillie was a volunteer at Penrose St. Francis Health Services and served on the Women Partnering Board of Directors in Colorado Springs.
Tillie is survived by her four children, Pamela Hernandez, George Hernandez Jr. of California, Victor Michaski of Arkansas, and Heather Michaski of Carlsbad; one sister, Pricilla Dorado of Carlsbad; nine grandchildren; and all her friends who loved her very much.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 14, 2005

RAMOS, MARIO
CARLSBAD — Mario Ramos, 80, of North 10th Street, died Tuesday, July 12, 2005, at home.
Services are pending with Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 15, 2005

RAMOS, MARIO
CARLSBAD — Mario Ramos, 80, of North 10th Street, passed away Tuesday, July 12, 2005 at his home.
He will lie in state 4-7 p.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
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 July 16, 2005

RAMOS, MARIO
CARLSBAD — A rosary for Mario Ramos, 80, of North 10th Street, is scheduled for 5 p.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home Chapel.
Friends may call 4-7 p.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
Mr. Ramos died Tuesday, July 12, 2005, at home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 31, 2005

RIGGS, LAURA
MIDLAND, Texas — A funeral for Laura Armistead Riggs, 78, of Midland, and formerly of Carlsbad, is scheduled for 3 p.m. today at the Chapel at Manor Park in Midland with the Rev. Steve Schorr, pastor of First Presbyterian Church, officiating. A graveside service is scheduled for 2 p.m. Monday at Carlsbad Cemetery.
She died Friday, July 29, 2005, at Hospice Inpatient Unit at Midland Memorial Hospital.
Nalley-Pickle and Welch Funeral Home of Midland is in charge of arrangements.
The family suggests memorials to Hospice of Midland, P.O. Box 2621, Midland, TX, 79702; Gideons International, 602 N. Baird, Midland, TX, 79701; Manor Park Endowment Fund, 2208 N. Loop 250 West, Midland, TX, 79707; or to a charity of choice.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Terpening and Son Mortuary" published shortly after June 1, 2005

ROSS, CARL ELLIS
(June 28, 1914 - June 1, 2005) PHOTO
Services are scheduled at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, June 4, at Hermosa Drive Church of Christ in Artesia, N.M. for Carl Ellis Ross, of Lakewood, New Mexico.
Mr. Ross, 90, died Wednesday, June 1, 2005 at Southridge Village in Heber Springs, Arkansas.
Michael Joiner will officiate at the services with burial at Woodbine Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Mr. Ross’ grandsons.
Mr. Ross was born June 28, 1914 in Lakewood, New Mexico; the son of James Taylor Ross and Charity Francis (Brazeal) Ross.
He was a lifelong resident of Lakewood.
He was a rancher and worked as a lineman for Central Valley Electric Co-operative, and was a member of the Church of Christ.
Mr. Ross was preceded in death by his parents, and by brothers Joe Ross and Alton Ross.
Survivors include sons Ralph Ellis Ross of Hawaii, J. T. Ross of Lakewood, Bill Ross of Artesia, Robert Ross of Searcy, Arkansas, Gary Ross of Searcy, and Ronnie Ross of Artesia; sisters Myrtle Heard of Florida, Jewel Hickam of Carlsbad, N.M., and Bonnie Powell of Hope, N.M.; ten grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
The family requests that memorial contributions may be made to the N.M. Christian Children's Home, 1356 NM236, Portales, NM 88130.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Terpening and Son Mortuary" published prior to August 1, 2005

ROSS, CARL ELLIS
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Bill Herring
Artesia, New Mexico
June 6, 2005 3:19 PM

The way of the west is slowly coming to an end. The cowboys are being replaced by four-wheelers. My condolences to the family and decendants of a true cowboy of our area. May Mr. Ross rides the plains heaven with a good horse between his knees.

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

ROY, JOHN LYNN
LUBBOCK, Texas — John Lynn Roy, 58, died July 1, 2005, at his home in Lubbock, Texas, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Paducah, Texas, on March 1, 1947, he was raised in Carlsbad. He attended the Carlsbad Public Schools,
Odessa Commercial College and NMSU-Carlsbad.
He married Jolene Smith Roy on June 18, 1967. He was a U.S. Army veteran. While living in Hobbs, he retired after 30 years of service to GTE. He went on to work for ENMR Telephone Co-op in Clovis, followed by Valor Telecom in Brownfield, Texas, where he was most recently serving as Engineering and Construction manager. He was an avid golfer and he also enjoyed baseball.
He was a former member of Central Christian Church in Carlsbad. He was a current member of Raintree Christian Church in Lubbock.
He is survived by his wife, Jolene S. Roy; one daughter, Kristi L. Abbott and husband Marcus W. Abbott of Katy, Texas; two granddaughters, Mackenzi Abbott and Madison Abbott; his mother, Max Russell Goodin Roy; and his brother, Ted M. Roy, both of Carlsbad.
He was predeceased by his father, John Lds Roy, and two sisters, Frances Liles and Kay Roberts.
Services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Raintree Christian Church in Lubbock, conducted by Richard Cook of Wichita Falls, Texas, with burial to follow at the City of Lubbock Cemetery. White Funeral Home in is charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Raintree Christian Church, 3601 Slide Road, Lubbock, TX 79423.
Pallbearers will be Bradley R. Smith, Davy Smith, Gary D. Roberts, Tim Roberts, Russell Liles and Richard Jackson. Honorary pallbearers will be Timothy S. Smith, Jeffery D. Smith and Marcus W. Abbott.
The family will greet friends from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. today at the funeral home.
General visitation will begin at 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesday.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 27, 2005

SALCIDO, MARIA E.
CARLSBAD — Maria Elia Salcido, 51, of Normandy Street, died Monday, July 26, 2005, at Carlsbad Medical Center. Services are pending with Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 28, 2005

SALCIDO, MARIA E.
CARLSBAD — A funeral for Maria Elia Salcido, 51, of Normandy Street, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Friday at San Jose Catholic Church with Father Alcuin Hunter officiating. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery.
A vigil is scheduled for 7 p.m. today at San Jose Catholic Church.
She will lie in state 1-5 p.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
She passed away Tuesday, July 26, 2005, at Carlsbad Medical Center.
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 July 29, 2005

SALCIDO, MARIA E.
CARLSBAD — A Mass of Christian burial for Maria Elia Salcido, 51, of Normandy Street, will be celebrated a 10 a.m. today at San Jose Catholic Church with Father Alcuin Hunter officiating. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery.
She passed away Tuesday, July 26, 2005, at Carlsbad Medical Center.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Maria Elia Salcido was born April 15, 1954, to Blas and Ramona Fuentes Cordova in Carlsbad. She attended school in Carlsbad and graduated from Carlsbad High School.
She married Chuy Salcido on Dec. 17, 1973. Maria was a devoted wife and mother, a wonderful friend and listener, and was happiest when surrounded by her family. Her hobbies included crocheting and sewing, and she loved listening to music. She was a member of San Jose Catholic Church.
Maria was preceded in death by her mother.
She is survived by her husband, Chuy Salcido Sr.; children, Chuy Salcido Jr. and wife Tera, Veronica Salcido and Michelle Salcido, all of Carlsbad; her father, Blas Cordova Sr. of Carlsbad; brothers, Blas Codova Jr. and Bill Cordova, both of Carlsbad; sisters, Elva Villa and husband Sam, Virginia Franco and husband Inez, Corina Moreno and husband Luis, and Gloria Cordova and fiance Robert Trujillo, all of Carlsbad; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers are Jesse Mendoza, Danny Mendoza, Sonny Moreno, Inez Franco Jr., Sammy Franco and Timothy Anaya.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 28, 2005

SANCHEZ, EDDIE “EDO”
CARLSBAD — Eddie “Edo” Sanchez, 48, of North Mesa Street, Carlsbad, passed away Tuesday, July 26, 2005, at William Boumont Military Hospital in El Paso, Texas.
Services are pending with Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 30, 2005

SANCHEZ, EDDIE “EDO”
CARLSBAD — A funeral for Eddie “Edo” Sanchez, 48, of North Mesa Street, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Monday at San Jose Catholic Church with Father Valentine Jankowski officiating. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery.
He will lie in not state.
A vigil is scheduled for 7 p.m. Sunday at San Jose Catholic Church.
He passed away Tuesday, July 26, 2005, at William Boumont Military Hospital.
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 July 31, 2005

SANCHEZ, EDDIE “EDO”
CARLSBAD — A Mass of Christian burial for Eddie “Edo” Sanchez, 48, of North Mesa Street, will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday at San Jose Catholic Church with Father Valentine M. Jankowski officiating. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery.
A vigil is scheduled for 7 p.m. today at San Jose Catholic Church.
He will not lie in state.
He passed away Tuesday, July 26, 2005, at William Beaumont Military Hospital.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Eddie “Edo” Sanchez was born Aug. 9, 1956, in Carlsbad to Rodolfo and Corine Martin Sanchez. He was raised and attended school in Carlsbad, where he graduated from high school. He attended school to become a butcher and worked for Safeway before working in the family construction business until he became disabled.
He loved to dance and ride his bicycle and enjoyed helping friends and neighbors.
Edo was preceded in death by brothers Rudy, Larry, Gerald and Ruben; and a nephew, Joseph Sanchez.
He is survived by sons, Edward Sanchez Jr. and wife Kim of Colorado, Jesse Sanchez of Albuquerque and Christopher Benavidez of Carlsbad; parents, Rodolfo and Corine Sanchez of Carlsbad; brothers, Paul Sanchez, Kenneth Sanchez and wife Michelle and Mark Sanchez, all of Carlsbad; a sister, Geraldine Quintela of Carlsbad; and three grandchildren.
Pallbearers are Tony Martin, Rudy Sanchez III, Donny Dominguez, Kenny Sanchez, Mark Sanchez, Mark Sanchez Jr. and Danny Hernandez.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 3, 2005

SAVINOV, EDITH E.
LOVING — A memorial service for Edith E. “Edie” Savinov, 68, of West Cedar Street, Loving, is scheduled for 7 p.m. Thursday at Loving Baptist Church with Pastor Jimmy Ryan and Pastor John Dillender officiating.
She died Saturday, June 18, 2005, at her home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 6, 2005

SAVINOV, EDITH
LOVING — A memorial service for Edith E. “Edie” Savinov, 68, of W. Cedar Street, is set for 7 p.m. Thursday at Loving Baptist Church, with Pastor Jimmy Ryan and former Pastor John Dillender officiating. Cremation has taken place.
Edith Savinov passed away Saturday, June 18, 2005, at her home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Edith Savinov was born March 8, 1937, to William and Margaret White Krewson in Philadelphia, Pa. She and her husband moved to Eunice in 1973, where they cared for several foster boys. Later, they became caretakers of Willow Lake for more than 10 years. She was involved with the Senior Center in Loving and in the Senior Olympics for many years. Edie enthusiastically supported the Cat’s Meow, feeling it a worthy cause taking care of the animals at Noah’s Ark. She was a long time employee of Golden Services and was a certified emergency medical technician. Edie was also an active member of Loving Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents and husband Dimitri Savinov.
Survivors include daughter, Elizabeth Mominee and husband, Van, of Telford, Tenn.; son, Thomas Savinov and wife Dallas, of Albuquerque; nine grandchildren; and other relatives, Oleg, Julia and Natalie Savinov, of Philadelphia.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Loving Baptist Church, P.O. Box 396, Loving, N.M. 88256-0396 or Cat’s Meow Thrift Store, 124 S. Canyon St., Carlsbad, N.M. 88220.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Terpening and Son Mortuary" published shortly after June 28, 2005

SMITH, JO
(August 29, 1970 - June 28, 2005) PHOTO
No services are planned for Jo Smith of Artesia, New Mexico. Friends and family will gather from 6:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Saturday, July 2, at 1818 Booker. Cremation will take place under direction of Terpening & Son Mortuary.
Miss Smith, 34, died Tuesday, June 28, 2005, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Jo was born August 29, 1970 in Artesia; the daughter of Norman Smith and Sylvia (Olguin) Smith.
She was a medical secretary; enjoyed camping, and loved music and reading.
She was preceded in death by her sister Shannon Smith.
Survivors include her fiancé Patrick Ray Chavez of Artesia; her parents Norman and Sylvia Smith of Artesia; sisters Jamie Byers and Juhree Smith both of Artesia; a niece Taylor Byers of Artesia; a nephew Dylan Byers of Artesia; grandmothers Fidelia Olguin of Artesia and Ruth Jones of Roswell, N.M.; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
The family requests that memorial contributions be made to the National Kidney Foundation of New Mexico, 3167 San Mateo, NE - #162, Albuquerque, NM 87110.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Terpening and Son Mortuary" published prior to August 1, 2005

SMITH, JO
Guest Book

Johanna Nuding
Austin, TX
July 7, 2005 10:10 AM

Juhree, because of you my life crossed paths with Jo's and I feel blessed for that. My heart aches for you; I can't imagine losing one of my sisters. You are stronger than you know. Honor Jo by living your life as she would've lived hers...full of love and hope. Hang in there and take care of Jamie and Syl.

Connie Canales
Artesia, New Mexico
July 6, 2005 2:49 PM

Juhree-I am so sorry for your loss, if you need me, I'm here. You and and your family are in my prayers.

Emma Acosta
Artesia, NM
July 6, 2005 1:53 PM

Sylvia- My condolences to you and your family on the loss of your daughter- May God give you his comfort and peace during this difficult time.

Nelda Esquibel
Artesia, NM
July 1, 2005 3:49 PM

Sylvia, My prayers are with you and your family. Thinking of you. Nelda Carrasco Esquibel

William Herring
Artesia, New Mexico
July 1, 2005 11:22 AM

Tina De La Rosa Huerta
Artesia, NM 88210
June 30, 2005 1:25 PM

I went to school with Jo, I know she will be greatly missed. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Tina Mullett
Cheyenne, Wy.
June 30, 2005 1:04 PM

Juhree- I am so sorry for your loss. Our love and prayers are with you and your family. Please accept our condolences. God Bless all of you.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 1, 2005

SMITH, JO
ARTESIA — Jo Smith, 34, of West Mann Avenue, died Tuesday, June 28, 2005, in Albuquerque.
No services are planned. Family and friends plan to gather 6-7 p.m. Saturday at 1818 Booker.
Cremation will take place under the direction of Terpening and Son Mortuary.
The family requests memorial contributions be made to the National Kidney Foundation of New Mexico, 3167 San Mateo NE No. 162, Albuquerque, N.M., 87110.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 10, 2005

SMITH, MILDRED “MILLIE”
CARLSBAD — A memorial service for Mildred “Millie” Marie Smith, 78, of Tempe, Ariz., is scheduled for 6 p.m. Tuesday at Landmark Baptist Church with the Rev. Dennis McKinley officiating.
Millie left this world behind on Monday, July 4, 2005.
Millie was born Jan. 18, 1927, in Seminole, Okla., to Fred R. and Jewel I. Smythe. She moved to Carlsbad in 1942. She was among the first women to work at Duval Potash mine. She enjoyed that job very much and made many friends. Around 1981, she moved to the Gila National Forest and spent most of the rest of her life there. She loved anything to do with the outdoors, especially arrowhead hunting and Indian artifacts. She had a strong, independent, free spirit and was very gentle, yet fearless.
This world is a lesser place without her, but the lessons she taught will remain with us forever. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her, but especially by her daughter, Shelly, who lovingly and selflessly cared for her until the moment Millie was called away.
She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Bill Smythe; and one sister, Dorothy Williams.
Millie is survived by one son, Eldon “Butch” Reid of Edgewood; two daughters, Shelly Ambrose of Tempe, Ariz., and Melody Knight of Carlsbad; one brother, Fred Smythe of Carlsbad; one sister, Ginger Smith of Las Vegas, Nev.; and nine grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 1, 2005

SORRELLS, JOE O.
CARLSBAD — A funeral for Joe O. Sorrells, 88, of West Pierce Street, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Saturday at Fox and Lake Church of Christ with Chaplain Jim McDonald of Lakeview Christian Homes officiating. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery.
He will lie in state 5-7 p.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
Mr. Sorrells passed away Tuesday, June 28, 2005, at his home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Joe O. Sorrells was born April 11, 1917, to James O. and Lula Belle Puckett Sorrells in Antlers, Okla.
Joe and Edith celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on July 25, 2003. During the early years of their marriage, Joe was employed by Portwood Oil Co. He later owned and operated J.O. Sorrells Construction Co. in Carlsbad, having built and remodeled numerous houses and buildings. From 1968 to 1978 they lived in Silver City, where he worked for Sterns-Rogers and Holiman Construction Co.
Joe formerly served as a deacon and an elder at Fox and Lake Church of Christ in Carlsbad, as an elder of the Church of Christ in Silver City and at the Sunset Congregation in Morenci, Ariz.
After retiring in Silver City, Joe and Edith returned to Carlsbad, where they faithfully carried out the grocery run for 12 years with Lakeview Christian Home. For many years, he was a member of the Carlsbad chapter of the Good Sams Club, always enjoying camping with family and friends.
Joe was preceded in death by his parents; one grandchild, Jay Sorrells; and one brother, Cleo Sorrells.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Edith Morrow Sorrells; children, Ellouise Holt and husband Charles of Portales and Carlsbad, Gary Joe Sorrells and wife Claudia of Abilene, Texas, Larry Don Sorrells and wife Brenda of Midland, Texas, and Debbie Ann Rogers and husband Roddy of Silver City; nine grandchildren, Dane Holt and wife Rhonda, Sherri Moyers and husband Gary, Kendall Holt and wife Debra, Brent Rogers, Jennifer Rogers, Kendra Vaughn and husband Donny, Monica Sorrells, Regina Gray and husband Darrell, and Michael Sorrells; a brother, Paul Sorrells of Graham, Wash.; and 11 great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers are Dane Holt, Kendall Holt, Michael Sorrells, Brent Rogers, Donny Vaughn and Victor Lee.
Honorary pallbearers are Old Codgers Coffee Group.
Memorial contributions may be made to Continent of Great Cities, P.O. Box 266, Abilene, TX 79604; Portales Christian Childrens Home, 1356 NM 236, Portales, NM 88130; or Lakeview Christian Home of the Southwest, 1905 W. Pierce St., Carlsbad, NM 88220.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 28, 2005

SOSA, PATRICIA “PAT”
CARLSBAD — Patricia “Pat” Sosa, 33, of Juanita Street, died Monday, July 25, 2005, at Carlsbad Medical Center. Services are pending with Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 29, 2005

SOSA, PATRICIA “PAT”
CARLSBAD — A funeral for Patricia “Pat” Sosa, 33, of Juanita Street, is scheduled for 1 p.m. Saturday at San Jose Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery.
A vigil is scheduled for 7 p.m. today at San Jose Catholic Church.
She will lie in state 1-5 p.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
She passed away Monday, July 25, 2005, at Carlsbad Medical Center.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Patricia Sosa was born Aug. 14, 1971. She was employed at Drifters. She will be greatly missed by her husband and kids.
She is survived by her husband, Ernest Sosa Jr.; daughters, Monica Ybaben, Vanessa Sosa, Desirae Sosa and Anjelica Sosa, all of Carlsbad; sons, Ernest Sosa III and Jonthaniel Sosa, both of Carlsbad; her father, John Ybaben and wife Helen of Carlsbad; her mother, Orelia Estrada and husband Louis of Onterio, Calif.; sisters, Valerie Rivas of Onterio and Gloria Navarro of Carlsbad; her grandmother, Eddie Ybaben of Carlsbad; and many nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers are Anthony Sosa, Danny Sosa, Ruben Sosa, Anthony Galvan, Freddy Ybaben, Jason Montez and Paul Gomez.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 28, 2005

STAFFORD, WELDON O.
CARLSBAD — A funeral for Weldon O. Stafford, 86, of Doepp Drive, is scheduled for 2 p.m. Friday at First Baptist Church with Pastor Bob Bacon officiating. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery.
He will lie in state 4-7 p.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
He passed away Wednesday, July 27, 2005, at Carlsbad Medical Center.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Weldon O. Stafford was born April 25, 1919, to Ellis and Myrtle Roberts Stafford in Hockley County, Texas. He was a life member of the Elks BPO No. 1558. For many years, he was a general manager for Tooties Cashway Grocery Stores then later became a partner in S.O. Real Estate.
He was preceded in death by his wife Linda Stafford; daughter, Beverly Pursley; and grandson, Dustin Stafford.
He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Laverne Stafford; sons, Danny Stafford of Carlsbad and James Stafford of Albuquerque; daughter, Vickie Punchard and husband John of Lubbock, Texas; stepsons, James Greer and wife Patti and Steve Greer and wife Kim, all of Carlsbad; stepdaughter, Linda Nichols and husband Joe of Carlsbad; grandchildren, Faith Ivory, Lisa Stafford, Jennifer Parra, Tess Diamond Stafford, John Ed Punchard, Jason Punchard, Jeffrey Punchard, Donnie Pursley, Brandi Holzberger, Lisa Greer, James Fisher Greer, Cody Greer, Jason Nichols, Jered Nichols, Morgan Greer and Karsen Greer; a brother, L.T. Stafford of Arvada, Colo.; and 14 great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers are Weldon Johnson, Don Garringer, Jim Hulse, Joe Brown, James Purcell, Jerry Porter, Ray Westall and Bob Stockwell.
Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of choice.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 29, 2005

STROUD, DARREL C.
CARLSBAD — Darrel C. Stroud, 78, of Carlsbad, died Wednesday, July 27, 2005, at home. Services are pending with Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 30, 2005

STROUD, DARREL C.
CARLSBAD — A memorial service for Darrel C. Stroud, 78, of Carlsbad is scheduled for 2 p.m. Monday at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Jimmy Tarvin officiating.
He will not lie in state. Cremation has taken place.
Mr. Stroud passed away Wednesday, July 27, 2005, at his home.
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 July 31, 2005

STROUD, DARREL C.
CARLSBAD — A memorial service for Darrel C. Stroud, 78, of Carlsbad, is scheduled for 2 p.m. Monday at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Jimmy Tarvin officiating.
Mr. Stroud passed away Wednesday, July 27, 2005, at his home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Darrel C. Stroud was born April 9, 1927, in Davenport, Okla., to Hildon and Mary Stroud.
He married Jeanette Swaney on Dec. 17, 1976, in Pecos, Texas. He was an electrician and retired from Mississippi Chemical in 1993. He was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. Darrel enjoyed hunting, camping and he loved the outdoors. Darrel was a member of the Elks Lodge 1558.
Darrel was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers; son, Thomas D. Stroud; and daughter, Jodie M. Hood.
He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Jeanette Stroud; daughters, Angela Stroud and companion Rudy Valenzuela and Vickie Feist, all of Carlsbad; a son, Cliff Stroud and wife Wren of Carlsbad; a son-in-law, Jimmy Hood of Carlsbad; brothers, Ogden Stroud of Levelland, Texas, and Wright Stroud of San Antonio, Texas; many close friends; 11 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and father-in-law, Gerald Eslick of Tennessee.
Memorial contributions may be made to Lakeview Christian Home Hospice, 1300 N. Canal St., Carlsbad, NM 88220.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Terpening and Son Mortuary" published shortly after July 17, 2005

SUDDERTH, ROBERT M.
(June 22, 1963 - July 17, 2005)
Services are scheduled at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 26, at Terpening & Son Mortuary for former Artesia resident Robert M. Sudderth, Las Vegas, Nevada.
Mr. Sudderth, 42, died Sunday, July 17, 2005 at his home.
Rev. Joseph Tillery will officiate at the services with burial at Woodbine Cemetery. No visitation or graveside services are planned.
Robert was born June 22, 1963 in Andrews, Texas; the son of John A. Sudderth and Virginia A (Bookster) Sudderth.
He was a 1981 graduate of Artesia High School where he was an honor student and was active in theater. He pursued his dream of being in the theater in New York and Boston for ten years and moved to Albuquerque in 1993. He resided in Las Vegas since 2000.
He was a stage lighting technician and was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Artesia.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and by grandparents Mack and Lenora Reasner; and grandmother Andy Elizabeth Sudderth.
Survivors include brothers Randall Sudderth of Las Vegas and John L. Sudderth and wife Ann of Anchorage, Alaska; aunts Sue Lee and husband Ed of Artesia and Pat Garner of Ruidoso, N.M.; nephews Josh Sudderth of Houston, Texas and Sam Sudderth of Anchorage; and numerous cousins.
The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Arthritis Foundation, P.O. Box 30846, Albuquerque, NM 87190 (www.arthritis.org).

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

SUDDERTH, ROBERT
ARTESIA — Services for Robert M. Sudderth, 42, of Las Vegas, Nev., and formerly of Artesia, are scheduled for 10 a.m. today at Terpening and Son Mortuary, with the Rev. Joseph Tillery officiating. Burial will follow at Woodbine Cemetery.
Mr. Sudderth died Sunday, July 17, 2005, at his home.
The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Arthritis Foundation, P.O. Box 30846, Albuquerque, N.M. 87190.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 6, 2005

TENA, ERNESTINA
ARTESIA — Services for Ernestina Venzor Tena, 54, of Lawrence Ranch Rd., are set for 9:30 a.m. today at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, Artesia.
Mrs. Tena died Sunday, July 3, 2005 at Artesia General Hospital.
Services are under the direction of Terpening and Son Mortuary.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 14, 2005

TROISE, TONY
CARLSBAD — A funeral for Tony Troise, 90, of Tansill Street, is scheduled for 3 p.m. Saturday at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Bob Bacon officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Gardens Memorial Park.
Friends may call 6-8 p.m. Friday at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
Mr. Troise died Wednesday, July 13, 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 July 15, 2005

TROISE, TONY J.
CARLSBAD — A funeral for Tony J. Troise, a man of few thousand words, 90, of Tansill Street, is scheduled for 3 p.m. Saturday at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Bob Bacon officiating. Interment will follow
at Sunset Gardens Memorial Park. Carlsbad Veteran’s Honor Guard will provide military honors.
He will lie in state 6-8 p.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
Mr. Troise passed away Wednesday, July 13, 2005, at Landsun Health Service Center.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Tony J. Troise was born July 1, 1915, in Brooklyn, N.Y., to Dominick and Marie Maltempo Troise. Tony was a member of the Elks Lodge, Post No. 1558, the Moose Lodge and a very active member of First Baptist Church. He rooted for the Brooklyn Dodgers his entire life and was a Little League coach in Loving for many years before moving to Carlsbad. He thoroughly enjoyed dancing and had a passion for music and later in retirement he enjoyed fishing.
Tony served his country during World War II in the U.S. Army.
He married Della Brown and they were married 15 years before her death. He later married Grace Marshall on Oct. 26, 1970, and they were married for 24 years. Tony was known to be a man of a few thousand words.
He is survived by stepdaughters, Charlotte Pippin and husband Les of Sand Springs, Okla., Jane Derrick and husband Ken of Memphis, Tenn., and Vicki O’Flynn and husband Duane of Lacomb, La.; nephew, Jim Goff of Carlsbad; nine grandchildren; and a host of great-grandchildren and many close friends and neighbors.
Memorial contributions may be made to VistaCare Hospice, 611 North Canal Street, Carlsbad, New Mexico 88220.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 16, 2005

TROISE, TONY J.
CARLSBAD — A funeral for Tony J. Troise, a man of a few thousand words, 90, of Tansill Street, is scheduled for 3 p.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Bob Bacon officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Gardens Memorial Park. Carlsbad Veterans Honor Guard will provide military honors.
Mr. Troise passed away Wednesday, July 13, 2005, at Landsun Health Service Center.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Tony J. Troise was born July 1, 1915, in Brooklyn, N.Y., to Dominick and Marie Maltempo Troise. Tony was a member of the Elks Lodge, Post No. 1558, the Moose Lodge and a very active member of First Baptist Church. He rooted for the Brooklyn Dodgers his entire life and was a Little League coach in Loving for many years before moving to Carlsbad. He thoroughly enjoyed dancing and had a passion for music and later in retirement he enjoyed fishing.
Tony served his country during World War II in the U.S. Army.
He married Della Brown and they were married 15 years before her death. He later married Grace Marshall on Oct. 26, 1970, and they were married for 24 years. Tony was known to be a man of a few thousand words.
He is survived by stepdaughters, Charlotte Pippin and husband Les of Sand Springs, Okla., Jane Derrick and husband Ken of Memphis, Tenn., and Vicki O’Flynn and husband Duane of Lacomb, La.; stepdaughter-in-law, Kim Marshall of Enid, Okla.; nephew, Jim Goff of Carlsbad; nine grandchildren; and a host of great-grandchildren and many close friends and neighbors.
Memorial contributions may be made to VistaCare Hospice, 611 N. Canal St., Carlsbad, NM 88220.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 23, 2005

WEAVER, DANIEL S.
CARLSBAD — Daniel S. Weaver, 31, of Mountain View, died Thursday, July 21, 2005, along U.S. Highway 62-180. Services are pending with West Funeral Home.

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

WEAVER, DANIEL
CARLSBAD — Graveside services for Daniel S. Weaver, 31, of Mountain View, are set for 11 a.m. Thursday at Carlsbad Cemetery, with Father Canon Thomas Gray of Grace Episcopal Church officiating. There will be no visitation.
Mr. Weaver died Thursday, July 21, 2005, along U.S. Highway 62-180.
Arrangements are by West Funeral Home.
Ed Ehman
CARLSBAD — A memorial service for Ed Ehman, 73, of North Walnut Street, is set for 10 a.m. Thursday at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home Chapel, with Father Noel Kramer officiating.
Mr. Ehman passed away Saturday, July 23, 2005, at Carlsbad Medical Center.
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 July 26, 2005

WEAVER, DANIEL S.
CARLSBAD — A graveside service for Daniel S. Weaver, 31, of Mountain View, is scheduled for 11 a.m. Thursday at Carlsbad Cemetery with the Rev. Canon Thomas Gray of Grace Episcopal Church officiating. There will be no visitation.
Arrangements are by West Funeral Home.
Daniel joined our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 21, 2005, at the age of 31, when his life was tragically taken by a senseless automobile accident. He was born on Sept. 19, 1973, in Englewood, Calif., was raised in New Mexico and moved to Carlsbad from Las Cruces in 1995.
Daniel had many interests in life, including fishing, which he loved dearly, as well as tinkering with his trucks, working with computers and electronics and spending time with family and friends from around the world. He was very passionate about his beloved cat, Fat Guy, to whom he devoted much time and attention.
Daniel had finally found the love of his life in Raychel Hand and was planning to marry her at the time of his untimely death. He was a floor hand and motorman for Patterson-UTI on and off for the better part of nine years and also worked for Wal-Mart when the rigs were down. Daniel lived a good life and could be called on at any time of the day or night for assistance. He enjoyed a good joke, was known for his punctuality and was a very compassionate person.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Suzanna Katrian Weaver-Ramirez; his grandfather, G.W. Martin; and his cousin, Christopher Martin Shepard.
Daniel is survived by his son, Jordan Michael Weaver of Truth or Consequences; parents, Ray “Gypsy” and Barbara Weaver of Carlsbad; his beloved fiancée, Raychel Hand and her family; siblings, William Connor and fiancée Becky Duran and her children, Amber Daniels and her husband and children of Farmington, and Ryan Marshall, of Mission Viejo, Calif.; aunts, Patricia Shepard of Hobbs and Teri Ann Pelton of Carlsbad; cousins, William Wayne Shepard of Hobbs and Justin James Woods of Ruidoso; and grandparents, Sally Martin of Carlsbad and Bill and Sue Weaver of Eunice. Daniel considered Wes Hurley the best friend he ever had.
Our grief in losing Daniel is only eased slightly in our knowledge we will see him again in heaven and that Daniel will be watching over us.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Daniel’s name to the Cat’s Meow Thrift Store, 124 S. Canyon St., Carlsbad, N.M., 88220.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 16, 2005

WEBB, CHARLES W.
CARLSBAD — A memorial service was held Sunday for Charles Wilson Webb, 62, of Highland Village, Texas. Charles passed away Thursday, July 7, 2005, at Denton Regional Medical Center from heart failure.
Charles was born in Vernon, Texas, on Sept. 10, 1942. He was raised in Carlsbad and was a 1960 graduate of Carlsbad High School, where he played baseball for the Carlsbad Cavemen. Charles was a 1964 graduate of Southern Methodist University, graduating with a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering. He worked as an engineer for many years with Texas Instruments and retired from Raytheon in 2002. He loved to travel the world and had recently returned from a tour of Russia, Egypt, Israel and Germany.
Charles was preceded in death by his father, C.W. “Buck” Webb.
He is survived by his mother, Lorene Webb of Carlsbad; sisters, Mary Sutphen of Carlsbad and Koni Hjeltness of Las Cruces; a son, Air Force Major Charles Wilson Webb Jr. and his wife Kammi of Dayton, Ohio; a daughter, Karrie Piper and her husband, Bil of Highland Village, Texas. He is also survived by his four granddaughters, Emily, Haley and Ashley Webb and Hannah Piper.
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The following excerpt was taken from the "Terpening and Son Mortuary" published shortly after July 5, 2005

WILLARD, LAURENCE V. JR. (MAJOR-RETIRED)
(September 3, 1923 - July 5, 2005) PHOTO
Closed casket services are scheduled at 2:00 p.m. Friday, July 8 at First Baptist Church for Major Laurence V. Willard, Jr., Artesia, New Mexico.
Major Willard, 81, died Tuesday, July 5, 2005 at his home.
Rev. Mark Simons will officiate at the services. Interment will follow at Woodbine Cemetery with Veterans graveside rites. Pallbearers will be grandsons Allen R. Willard, Kevin A. Willard and Ben M. Currier; and Cliff Currier, Matthew Santillanes and Carlos Guerrero. Visitation at Terpening & Son Mortuary will begin at 10:00 a.m. Thursday.
Major Willard was born September 3, 1923 in Ponca City, Oklahoma; the son of Laurence V. Willard and Mary Frances (Parkins) Willard.
After graduation from Washington Rural High School in Kansas City, Kansas he attended the University of Kansas. He joined the Army Air Corps in 1942 and served in World War II. He was an Aircraft Commander and Bomber Pilot. He flew in the Berlin Airlift, served in the Military Air Transport Service, AACS and the Strategic Air Command. He flew DC-3 Cargo Planes, B-47 and B-52 Bombers. He served in Japan, Germany, the Alaskan Air Command and retired from the 303d Bombardment Wing, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base in Tucson, Arizona in 1963.
After retirement he continued his aviation career as a private pilot and flight instructor. He taught Ground School at the College of Artesia and taught many people from the area to fly.
On Sept. 2, 1945 he was married to Chrystine Anderson in Artesia. He came to Artesia in July, 1963 from Tucson.
He was a past member of Artesia Downtown Lions Club, a member of the American Legion; was leader of Troop 28 Air Explorers of Boy Scouts of America; was a member of the National Rifle Association; and the National Association of Flight Instructors.
He was preceded in death by his parents and by a sister Mary Sue Willard.
Survivors include his wife Chrystine Willard of the family home; children Laurence David Willard of Albuquerque, N.M., Cheryl Currier and husband Cliff of Artesia; and Steve Willard and wife Judy of Artesia; a brother William E. Willard and wife Jean of Wichita, Kansas; a sister Janice Potter and husband Marvin of Kansas City, Kansas; grandchildren Ben Currier and wife Margaret, Heather Santillanes and husband Matthew, and Christy Bentz and husband John all of Albuquerque, and Allen R. Willard and Kevin A. Willard both of Artesia; and great-grandchildren Kimberly Gordon and Matthew Bentz.
The family suggests memorials be made to the Paralyzed Veterans of America,801 18th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20006 (pva.org); Alzheimer's Association,404 1/2 N. Kentucky, Roswell, NM 88201 (www.nm-alzheimers.org); U.S.O., Box 96860, Washington, DC 20090-6860 (uso.org); or to a charity of choice.

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Terpening and Son Mortuary" published prior to August 1, 2005

WILLARD, LAURENCE V. JR. (MAJOR-RETIRED)
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Jillana Burgess
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July 7, 2005 11:17 AM

To the Family, My sincere apoligies for this loss of a dear father and husband. He lived a legacy and left a wonderful heritage for the younger generations. I never met this gentleman, however, I have heard great things about him. My loss of not meeting him, I know. But I do know several of the family members and each of you are outstanding Christian people and dear friends that I am grateful that we have shared memeories on this earth. I look forward to meeting your Dad in Heaven one of these days. My thoughts and prayers are with you thru these next days and weeks. God is your strength and joy. He will direct your paths and comfort your soul. cherish the memeories and know you are a beautiful reflection of the Major and of our loving God. Sincerely, Jillana Burgess

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The following excerpt was taken from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated July 6, 2005

WILLARD, LAURENCE, JR.
ARTESIA — Closed casket services for Major Laurence V. Willard Jr., 81, of West Grand Avenue, are set for 2 p.m. Friday at First Baptist Church, with the Rev. Mark Simons officiating. Interment will follow at Woodbine Cemetery with veteran’s graveside rites.
Friends may call beginning at 10 a.m. Thursday at Terpening and Son Mortuary.
Major Willard died Tuesday, July 5, 2005 at his home.
The family suggests memorials be made to the Paralyzed Veterans of America, 801 18th Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20006; Alzheimer’s Association, 404½ N. Kentucky, Roswell, N.M. 88201; U.S.O., Box 96860, Washington, D.C. 20090-6860; or to a charity of choice.
Services are under the direction of Terpening and Son Mortuary.

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