Relles R. Armendarez

LOVING — Relles R. Armendarez, 69, of South Seventh Street, Loving, died Saturday, Oct. 8, 2005, at home.
Visitation is scheduled for 1-8 p.m. Monday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday at West Funeral Home.
Funeral arrangements are pending with West Funeral Home.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/11/2005

Relles R. Armendarez

LOVING — A funeral Mass for Relles R. Armendarez, 69, of South Seventh Street, Loving, is set for 10 a.m. Wednesday at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church in Loving, with Father Valentine Jankowski officiating. Interment will follow in Loving Cemetery.
A prayer vigil is scheduled for 7 p.m. today at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, with visitation 9 a.m. to service time today at Our Lady of Grace.
Relles R. Armendarez died Saturday, Oct. 8, 2005, at home.
Arrangements are by West Funeral Home.
Relles Rodriguez Armendarez was born Jan. 5, 1936, in Otis to Innocneta Rodriguez. She was raised and educated in Loving. She was a homemaker, devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She was also a CCD teacher and a teacher’s aide in Loving, and she sang in the church choir. Relles enjoyed sewing, cooking enchiladas, playing bingo and yard work, but she was really proud when she earned her GED.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Miguel Armendarez, three children, one brother, one sister and one grandchild.
Survivors include sons, Richard and wife Linda of Carlsbad, Manuel of Loving, Roy and wife Norma of Artesia, and Steven and wife Adelina of Loving; daughters, Cynthia Villa and husband Manuel of Carlsbad and Sandra Rodriguez and husband Ray Sr. of Malaga; and 21 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.
Pallbearers will be Richard Armendarez Jr., Ray Rodriguez Jr., Miguel Armendarez, Steven Armendarez Jr., Ernesto Armendarez and Joseph Armendarez.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/12/2005

J.C. Badgett

CARLSBAD — J.C. Badgett, 59, of Country Club Circle, died Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2005, at his home. Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/13/2005

J.C. Badgett

CARLSBAD — Funeral services for J.C. Badgett, 59, of Country Club Circle, are set for 10 a.m. Friday at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Jimmy Ryan officiating. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery.
Friends may call 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
J.C. Badgett died Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2005, at his home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/14/2005

J.C. Badgett

CARLSBAD — A funeral for J.C. Badgett, 59, of Country Club Circle, is scheduled for 10 a.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Jimmy Ryan officiating. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery. Military honors at graveside will be provided by the Carlsbad Veteran’s Honor Guard.
Mr. Badgett passed away Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2005, at his home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
J.C. was born Sept. 30, 1946, to John and Ruby Badgett in River County, Texas, where he was raised and attended school. He joined the Navy after high school and served a tour in Vietnam.
In 1967, he married Thelma Hollingshad, and in 1969 J.C. joined the Sutherlands Lumber Team and continued working for them until his death.
His most enjoyable times were tinkering around the house and taking the grandkids fishing.
J.C. was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers; and one sister.
He is survived by his wife, Thelma Badgett; a son, Jeremy Badgett of Carlsbad; daughter, Christy Timmons of Huntsville, Ala.; six brothers, four sisters and nine grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/5/2005

Wallace ‘Arkie’ Bowen

CARLSBAD — A memorial service for Wallace “Arkie” Bowen, 82, of Pate Street, is scheduled for 3 p.m. Thursday at First Christian Church Disciples of Christ, 1002 W. Church St., with Pastor David Wilson Rogers officiating. Inurnment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery with a reception to follow.
Mr. Bowen passed away Saturday, Oct. 1, 2005, at Carlsbad Medical Center.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Wallace “Arkie” Bowen was born Aug. 21, 1923, in Paris, Ark., to Elmer and Annie Lloyd Bowen. He grew up and attended school in Arkansas, marrying Mary Catherine Heft, his childhood sweetheart on March 29, 1946, in Paris.
He moved his family to Carlsbad in 1953, where he went to work for Southwest Potash in the potash mines. While working in the mines, Wallace became an active member of the International Stoneworkers Union, serving on its board of directors and was actively involved in negotiations that resulted in higher wages, pension plans and health insurance for miners and municipal workers as well as a mobile clinic to provide chest X-rays for miners statewide.
After his retirement, he remained active in community affairs and supported living wages and health care for all workers. He worked for peace for all people. He received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the AFL-CIO Political Action Committee and on his 80th birthday was proclaimed an “Outstanding Citizen” by the city of Carlsbad. His most recent recognition came in the form of a “No Jake Brakes” sign presented to him for his efforts in seeking noise tolerance ordinances here in town.
In his spare time, Wallace enjoyed making wooden toys and traveling with his family.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Bruce Glenn Bowen; and brother, Kenneth Wayne Bowen.
He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Catherine Bowen; daughters, Peggy Bowen of Santa Fe and Vickie Bowen and husband Bill Haish of Walnut Creek, Calif.; two granddaughters, Brandi (Bowen) Alvarez and husband Richard and Rose Villanes; two grandsons, Kyle Haish and Oscar Villanes Jr.; and great-grandchildren, Arianna, Isaiah and Augustine Alvarez and J.J. Villanes.
Honorary pallbearers are Robert Zirkle, Wade Murray, Pablo Dorado, Don Suggs, Jerry Stevens, Bill Nabors, Larry Snelson, Rick Encinias, Lee Cathey and Jeff Diamond.
In his memory, please write your state legislator in support of a living wage.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/8/2005

Nila Brashear

CARLSBAD — Nila Lorraine “Cricket” Brashear, 87, of Westridge Road, died Friday, Oct. 7, 2005, at Landsun Health Service Center. Services are pending with Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/9/2005

Nila ‘Cricket’ Brashear

CARLSBAD — A funeral for Nila “Cricket” Brashear, 87, of Westridge Road, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Monday at Hillcrest Baptist Church, 605 N. Sixth St., with Pastor John Hinze of Hillcrest Baptist Church 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 Friday, Oct. 7, 2005, at Landsun Health Service Center.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Nila Lorraine “Cricket” Brashear was born Feb. 16, 1918, in Tulsa, Okla., to John Lewis Shue and Rosa Mae Smith Shue. She moved to Carlsbad in 1931 from Oklahoma at the age of 13.
Cricket met and married Jack Brashear in 1934.
She later was employed as a pastry cook with the public schools for many years. Cricket was a longtime member of Hillcrest Baptist Church. She was instrumental in helping start the CARC Farm and served as president of Carlsbad Crippled Children Association. Cricket was a very loving and giving person whose home was always open to her many friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Brashear; son, George Brashear; and three brothers.
She is survived by a daughter, Connie Hinson and husband John of Carlsbad; son, Don Brashear and wife Carol of Carlsbad; grandchildren, Jack Hinson, Chris Brashear, Tracy Hinson, Greg Brashear and Todd Brashear; 10 great-grandchildren; sisters, Pat Dorey and Betty Belk of Carlsbad; and many nieces, nephews and friends.
Pallbearers are Ed Hess, Richard Thomas, Benny Willmon, Tom Strieby, Sam Bradley and Bob Laird.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Landsun Home Care, 1815 Westridge Road, Carlsbad, N.M. 88220.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/23/2005

Steven A. Brizeno

ARTESIA — A funeral for Steven A. Brizeno, 46, of Jerry Drive, is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church. Interment will be at Woodbine Cemetery.
A rosary will be recited at 6:30 p.m. Monday at Terpening and Son Mortuary.
Mr. Brizeno died Saturday, Oct. 22, 2005, at home.
Terpening and Son Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/9/2005

Rick L. Castillo Sr.

CARLSBAD — A funeral for Rick L. Castillo Sr., 49, of Pratt Street, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Tuesday at Sunset Church of Christ, 1308 W. Blodgett St., with Michael Joiner and Terry McKean officiating. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery.
He will lie in state 3-8 p.m. Monday at Denton Funchess Funeral Home.
Mr. Castillo passed away Friday, Oct. 7, 2005, at Covenant Medical Center in Lubbock.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Rick L. Castillo Sr. was born April 30, 1956, in Carlsbad, to Alfredo Manuel Castillo Sr. and Patsy Ann Barker Castillo. He graduated from Carlsbad High School in 1975, where he excelled in wrestling and track.
Rick worked at Lakeview Christian Home as a supervisor for many years. His hobbies included collecting coins and guns.
Rick was always there for his family, as he would continually help them with home improvement projects.
He had a great passion for soccer. Rick was involved with youth soccer for 25 years where he coached, refereed and served on the board of Carlsbad Youth Soccer League. He also coached many teams including the national qualifying Broncos and the Flames girls soccer team. Rick served as Cavegirls head soccer coach, where he was awarded district coach of the year and won many district championships.
He was preceded in death by his father, Alfredo Castillo; and brother, Ronald Johnson.
He is survived by sons, Rick L. Castillo Jr. of Carlsbad, Orlando Castillo of Lancaster, Calif., and Chris Castillo of Carlsbad; daughters, Nicki Morrison and husband Jeff, Andrea Molina and husband Michael, and Sara Whitzel and husband Mike all of Carlsbad; his mother, Patsy Castillo of Carlsbad; brothers, Alfredo Castillo Jr. and wife Bobbie and Raymond Johnson all of Carlsbad; sisters, Denise Castillo and Janice Sarabia of Carlsbad, and Connie Sue Johnson of Dallas; several nieces and nephews; and 10 grandchildren, Kyle, Sandon, Jordin, Broklyn, Baylee, Taighen, Jarek, Gavin, Ty and Aistenn.
Pallbearers are Terry McKean, Carl Thomas, Benny Cummings, Michael Whitzel, Michael Molina and Jeff Morrison.
Memorial contributions may be made to Lakeview Christian Home, 2409 W. Pierce St., Carlsbad, N.M. 88220; or National Kidney Foundation of New Mexico, 3167 San Mateo Blvd. NE No. 162, Albuquerque, N.M. 87110-1921.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/16/2005

Guadalupe Chacon

HOBBS — Guadalupe “Lupe” Chacon of Hobbs died Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2005. He was 45.
Visitation will be held 1-5 p.m. today, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday and 9 a.m. to service time Tuesday at Calvary Memorial Funeral Home Chapel.
A prayer vigil is scheduled for 7 p.m. Monday at Calvary Memorial Chapel.
A funeral is scheduled for 10 a.m. Tuesday at Guadalupe Catholic Church with Father Pedro Valdez officiating.
Calvary Memorial Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/26/2005

Sandra K. Cooper

CARLSBAD — Sandra Kay Mobley Cooper, 61, of West Bronson Street, passed away Monday, Oct. 24, 2005, at Carlsbad Medical Center.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Sandra Kay Cooper was born April 13, 1944, in San Diego, Calif., to Rual and Rossie Alexander Mobley.
She grew up in Carlsbad, where she graduated from high school. Sandra worked at White’s City for 15 years before going to work at CARC in 1977 as a resident instructor.
She enjoyed being a grandmother figure to many youth and took great pride in the accomplishments she watched them achieve. Sandra was a very giving and caring person who would help others without a thought of what she would receive in return. Her favorite pastime was crocheting for her family.
Sandra was preceded in death by her parents and son Rual Dene Cooper.
Survivors include daughters, Rebecca Cooper and Ronda Cooper, both of Carlsbad; sister, Vicki Sims and husband John, of Carlsbad; brothers, Ronald Mobley and wife Jeannie, of Antlers, Okla., and Dennis Mobley and wife Patricia, of Stockton, Calif.; grandsons, Christopher, Todd, Jeremy, Kyle and Colton; great granddaughter, Kyleigh; and many nieces and nephews.
Memorial contributions may be made to Sandra Cooper Memorial Fund, Carlsbad National Bank, P.O. Box 1359, Carlsbad, N.M. 88221.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/14/2005

James W. Cox

CARLSBAD — A funeral for James W. “Jay” Cox, 75, of Spruill Street, is scheduled for 2 p.m. Saturday at Victory Baptist Church with Pastor Bob Lewis officiating. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery.
A Masonic Lodge of Sorrow is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Eddy Lodge No. 21 with graveside rites performed following the funeral.
He will lie in state 1-7 p.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
Mr. Cox passed away Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2005, at his home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
James Willard “Jay” Cox was born Sept. 2, 1930, to Fred and Effie Lewis Cox in Carlsbad. He was raised and attended school in Dog Canyon, graduating from high school in Carlsbad. Following high school, he served in the Army in Korea as a medic.
He married Ruby Jo Davis on June 18, 1952, in Carlsbad and went to work for El Paso Natural Gas, retiring in 1986.
Jay was a member of Fort Hancock Masonic Lodge, the American Legion and the Baptist church.
He loved spending time outdoors, where his interests included farming and ranching, hunting and fishing. He was also an accomplished cook both in the kitchen and at the campfire.
Jay was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Jody Cox; and sister, Lucille Kincade.
He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Ruby Jo Cox; sons, Arland Cox and wife Stacy of Rocky Arroyo, Alan Cox and wife Becky of Del Rio, Texas, and Waylan Cox and wife Betty of Artesia; sister, Freddie Evrage and husband James Ray of Crow Flat; four grandchildren, Alana Chowaniec and husband Scott of Camp Lejune, N.C., Jolene Cox of Bellville, Texas, and JaDean Cox and Zachary Cox of Placerville, Calif.
Pallbearers are Laurie Kincade, Jack Kincade, Bobby Warren, Garland Warren, Rodger Cox and Kelley Cox.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/13/2005

James W. ‘Jay’ Cox

CARLSBAD — Funeral services for James W. “Jay” Cox, 75, of Spruill Street, is set for 2 p.m. Saturday at Victory Baptist Church, with Pastor Bob Lewis officiating. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery.
Friends may call 1-7 p.m. Friday at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
James W. Cox died Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2005 at his home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/29/2005

Claude E. Ellsworth

CARLSBAD — Claude Eugene Ellsworth, 51, of Center Avenue, died Friday, Oct. 28, 2005, at home. Services are pending with West Funeral Home.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/30/2005

Claude E. Ellsworth

CARLSBAD — Claude Eugene Ellsworth of Center Avenue in Carlsbad, passed away Oct. 28, 2005, at his home, surrounded by his family.
Eugene was born Jan. 13, 1954, in Carlsbad
to Charley and Alma Ellsworth. He grew up in Carlsbad and graduated from Carlsbad High School in 1972. He then entered the U.S. Army, remaining there for 12 years, and then in the National Guard for the next eight years.
Over the last years, he worked as a security guard at WIPP and several other positions with the most recent being the Stevens Inn.
He is survived by two sisters, Helen (Rea) Muncrief and husband Sonny of Carlsbad and Patsy Ward and husband Dwain of Midland, Texas; a brother, Bruce Ellsworth and wife Barbara of Parker, Texas; two daughters, Mattie and Naomi of El Reno, Okla.; an aunt, Mary Price of Carlsbad; uncle, John D. Stout of Cartersville, Ga.; and 20 nieces and nephews, numerous cousins, and extended family members.
Eugene was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Ray and Dale; and a sister Cleo (Sis) Kelton.
A memorial service is scheduled for 2 p.m. Monday at Hillcrest Baptist Church with the Rev. John Hinze officiating.
Cremation has taken place.
The family may be contacted at the family home.
West Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/26/2005

Carlo Freeman

ARTESIA — Graveside services for Carlo Freeman, of Christine Street, Albuquerque, are set for 2 p.m. today at Woodbine Cemetery, with Tete Hendrix officiating. Freeman died in Albuquerque. Services are under the direction of Terpening and Son Mortuary.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/21/2005

Lynette M. Fry

ARTESIA — A funeral for Lynette M. Fry, 57, of North 26th Street and formerly of Carlsbad, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Saturday at Terpening and Son Mortuary with family members officiating at the service.
She died Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2005, at Artesia General Hospital Emergency Room.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Terpening and Son Mortuary.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/8/2005

Donald H. Gadbury

LOGAN, N.M. — Donald Howard Gadbury, 68, died Sept. 15, 2005, in Tucumcari, after battling cancer. He and wife, Dee, lived in Logan after he retired as a diesel truck mechanic from Penske Truck Leasing in Denver with 23 years of service.
There will be no funeral services at his request. A luncheon will be held to celebrate his life at 11 a.m. today in Logan. Cremation has taken place.
Donald loved New Mexico and his family. He loved telling stories and helping people. He will be greatly missed.
He is survived by his wife, Dee; three sons, John Gadbury of Albuquerque, Casey Gadbury of Carlsbad, and Mike Gadbury of Northglenn, Colo.; two daughters, Fawn Gadbury of Thornton, Colo., and Missi Turecek of Byers, Colo.; a nephew he loved as a son, Bob Brown of Roswell; three step-children; 14 grandchildren; six step-grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Donald is also survived by many cousins here in Carlsbad.
Contributions may be sent in Donald’s name to the Helping Hands Hospice, 615 S. Second St., Tucumcari, NM 88401.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/23/2005

Naomi I. Gaines

CARLSBAD — Naomi Irene Lunsford Gaines, 89, of West Allan Street, died Saturday, Oct. 22, 2005, at Carlsbad Medical Center. Services are pending with Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/26/2005

Naomi I. Gaines

CARLSBAD — Graveside inurnment for Naomi Irene Lunsford Gaines, 89, of West Allan Street, is set for 2 p.m. Thursday at Carlsbad Cemetery, with Brian McGonagill officiating.
Naomi Lunsford Gaines passed away Saturday, Oct. 22, 2005, at Carlsbad Medical Center.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Naomi Irene Lunsford Gaines was born Feb. 7, 1916, in Grady County, Okla., to Elbert and Evadine Rasman Lunsford. She attended Agawam Grade School in Oklahoma, Carlsbad Jr. High and Carlsbad High School, and Abilene Christian College in Texas.
Naomi married James Gaines in Carlsbad on Sept. 6, 1937. She was employed by the New Mexico Department of Public Welfare in the 1930s during WPA, NYA, CCC, OAA, ANB, and the ADC days, and along with her husband, she owned and operated Gaines Laundry and Cleaners in La Mesa, Calif., from 1950 to 1985. After retiring, she lived in El Cajon, Calif., until 1994, when she moved to Roswell.
During her active years, she was a church Bible school teacher and a member of DAR, Showcase Writers, Associated Women of Pepperdine University, Phi Sigma Alpha Sorority, Soroptomists and California Dry Cleaners Association. She was also a lifelong member of the Church of Christ.
Naomi was preceded in death by her husband; brothers, Bobby Lee Lunsford, Wade Smith Lunsford and J.C. Lunsford; and sisters, Pearl Christine Lunsford Clutts, Doris Marie Lunsford Goforth and Iris June Lunsford Burgin.
Survivors include son, Tommy Douglas Gaines, of LaMesa, Calif., daughters, Barba Nell McCampbell, of Roswell, and Maureen Thompson, of Carlsbad; brother, T. Jerry Lunsford, of Carlsbad; sister, Florence Kanto; grandchildren, James Clay McCampbell, Eric Lynn McCampbell, Laura Lee McCampbell Smith, Tami Irene Gaines, Christopher Douglas Gaines, Justin Eric Thompson, Melissa Leanne Thompson Kern, and Bryan Patric William Thompson; and great grandchildren, Joshua David Vitt, Gabriel James Vitt, Andrea Lynn McCampbell, Jordan Nicole McCampbell, Jubal Conner Campbell, Shawnee Day McCampbell; Alexander Wayne Kern Ethan, and Ian Watts.
Memorial contributions may be made to New Mexico Christian Children’s Home, 1356 NM Hwy 235, Portales, N.M. 88130.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/8/2005

Claudius C. Galloway

CARLSBAD — Claudius C. Galloway, 84, of Winchester Street, died Friday, Oct. 7, 2005, at home. Services are pending with West Funeral Home.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/9/2005

Claudius C. Galloway

CARLSBAD — A funeral for Claudius C. Galloway, 84, of Winchester Street, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Tuesday at First Assembly of God Church with Terrell McBee officiating.
Interment will follow in Carlsbad Cemetery.
Visitation will be 3-8 p.m. today and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday at West Funeral Home.
Mr. Galloway died Friday, Oct. 7, 2005, at home.
Arrangements are by West Funeral Home.
Claudius Ceasar Galloway was born Feb. 11, 1921, in Vernon, Texas, to Noel Harrison and Clalia Wiseman Galloway. His family moved to Carlsbad in 1927 from Wichita Falls, Texas.
He married Wanda Lorene Boyd on July 19, 1958, in Juarez, Mexico.
Claudius was employed as a utility operator in the mining industry. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and telling stories. He was a member of First Assembly of God Church.
He was preceded in death by two daughters, Claudett Lockhart and Patsy Lane; two brothers; and one sister.
He is survived by his wife of the family home; three sons, Buddy Galloway and wife Sherry of Artesia, Rickey Galloway and wife Donna of Ruidoso, and Rodney Galloway and wife Carla of Carlsbad; two brothers, Herman Galloway of Brentwood, Calif., and Ervin Galloway of Carlsbad; and 14 grandchildren and numerous great- and great-great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers are Ray Galloway, Rickey Galloway, Rodney Galloway, Buddy Galloway, Coult Galloway and Sheldon Galloway.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/1/2005

Mary L. Goddard

IRVING, Texas — Mary Louise Goddard, 91, of Irving, died Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2005, at her home. Born June 19, 1914, at Hope, she lived in Artesia more than 30 years and Albuquerque for almost 20 years before moving to Irving five years ago.
She is survived by a daughter, Marilyn and husband William Wilson of Irving; son, Gordon Lee and wife Grace Goddard of Albuquerque; grandchildren, James Cole and wife Kathy Wilson of North Richland Hills, Texas, Page and husband Bruce Stewart of Irving, Lee and wife Tawnya Goddard Jr. of Carlsbad, and Sabrina and husband Curtis Goodfellow of Albuquerque; and eight great-grandchildren, Ashley Page, Holly Lynn, Christopher Cole, Laura Nicole, Brittany, Kaitlin, Justin and Logan.
A funeral is scheduled for 2 p.m. Monday at Saint Paul’s Episcopal Church in Artesia with burial to follow at Woodbine Cemetery in Artesia, under the direction of Donnelly’s Colonial Funeral Home.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/1/2005

Robert Groves

CARLSBAD — Robert Eugene “Bob” Groves passed away Sept. 14, 2005. A graveside service has been held.
Bob was born July 30, 1930, in Medicine Lodge, Kan., to Mayme and Obie “Buck” Groves.
Bob’s family moved to Carlsbad when he was 5. He went through Carlsbad schools and graduated from Carlsbad High School in 1949.
In 1950, he married Kathlyne Glover. They had four children, Terry, Tim, Lori and Mark.
Bob was a Christian man and looked forward to seeing in heaven his daughters, Terry Arlene and Lori Colleen Groves; his parents; brother, Joe Groves; and many close friends.
He is survived by his wife, Kathlyne; sons, Tim and wife, Debbie, of Grass Valley, Calif.; Mark and companion, Karen, of Carlsbad; seven grandchildren, John Bob Bratcher, Jeremy Groves, Christina Dupuy, Angie Harp, T.J., September and Jessie Groves; and 12 great-grandchildren with one on the way.
Bob enlisted in the U.S. Air Force in 1951. He was in the Korean War and Viet Nam. He was a flight engineer. After he was honorably discharged, he became an electrician and was a member of International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.
Bob had a passion for aircraft of all kinds. He was a licensed commercial pilot, helicopter pilot, federal aircraft inspector and mechanic. He enjoyed so much talking with his flying buddies about aircraft.
Now Bob has slipped the surly bounds of earth — reached out and touched the face of God.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/2/2005

Billie O. Hall

CARLSBAD — A funeral for Billie O. Hall, 90, of West Pierce Street, will be in Muskogee, Okla., on Wednesday. Interment will follow in Warner Cemetery in Warner, Okla.
She died Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2005, at Lakeview Christian Home.
Local arrangements are by West Funeral Home and Oklahoma arrangements are by Bradley Funeral Home in Muskogee.
Billie Ola Hall was born Sept. 20, 1915, in Webbers Fall, Okla., to William H. and Gladys Powell Carter. She moved to Carlsbad about two years ago to be close to her daughter.
Billie had a very endearing personality and was loved by everyone who met her.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, four brothers and two sisters.
She is survived by three sons, Clarence Clay of Muskogee, Thomas Clay of Fort Gibson, Okla., and Paul Clay of Ocala, Fla.; two daughters, Sara Jackson of Carlsbad and Patricia Gallegos of Albuquerque; and 20 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/9/2005

Alex Hayes

CARLSBAD — Alex Hayes, 87, of Pate Street, died Saturday, Oct. 8, 2005, at Carlsbad Medical Center. Services are pending with West Funeral Home.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/11/2005

Alex Hayes

CARLSBAD — Graveside services for Alex Hayes, 87, of Pate Street, are set for 2 p.m. Wednesday in Carlsbad Cemetery, with Bro. Ed Kneeland and Bro. Bill Proulx of the Church Street Church of the Nazarene officiating.
Elks graveside services will be performed by the local Elks Lodge No. 1558, and Carlsbad Veterans Honor Guard will perform military honors.
Visitation is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. today and 9 a.m. to noon Wednesday at West Funeral Home.
Arrangements are by West Funeral Home.
Alex Hayes died Saturday, Oct. 8, 2005, at Carlsbad Medical Center.
Alex’s parents were Antel and Mary Hajash, who came to America from Hungary. Alex was born in Gary, W.Va., on Sept. 17, 1918. He was inducted into the U.S. Navy on March 14, 1944, and served almost two years before receiving his honorable discharge on Nov. 30, 1945.
He married Elsa Marshall Lester on March 26, 1971.
Alex was employed in the coal mining industry in Laredo, W.Va., for 28 years before moving to Carlsbad in 1959. He worked at U.S. Potash mine until it closed and retired from Amax Potash Company in 1980.
He became a lifetime member of the Elks BPOE No. 1558 in 1972, attended the Church Street Church of the Nazarene since 1959 and was a member of the local union of United Mine Workers.
Alex loved to watch the Cavemen play football. He also enjoyed watching all sports on TV; going to McDonald’s with his coffee buddies each morning; and every Friday night having dinner at the Elks with Elsa, his wife, and sister-in-law and brother-in-law Pat and Jon Barnes, and then playing Skip Bo.
Survivors include wife, Elsa Hayes of the family home; son, Alex Hayes Jr. and wife Helen of Groves City, Ohio; daughters, Mary Ann Miller and husband Greg of Foster, W.Va., Dolores Ackinson of Davin, W.Va., and Melinda Kilgore and husband James of Siler City, N.C.; sons, Guy Lester of Colorado Springs, Ohio, Steve Lester of Denver, Colo., and Johnny Lester and wife Jane of Seattle, Wash.; brother, Frank Levak and wife Gertrude of Devine, W.Va.; and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren and a host of friends.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Church Street Church of the Nazarene or any charity of your choice.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/13/2005

Alex Hayes

CARLSBAD — Graveside services for Alex Hayes, 87, of Pate Street, were held Wednesday at Carlsbad Cemetery, with Bro. Ed Kneeland and Bro. Bill Proulx of the Church Street Church of the Nazarene officiating.
Elks graveside services were performed by the local Elks Lodge No. 1558, and Carlsbad Veterans Honor Guard performed military honors.
Arrangements were by West Funeral Home.
Alex Hayes died Saturday, Oct. 8, 2005, at Carlsbad Medical Center.
Alex’s parents were Antel and Mary Hajash, who came to America from Hungary. Alex was born in Gary, W.Va., on Sept. 17, 1918. He was inducted into the U.S. Navy on March 14, 1944, and served almost two years before receiving his honorable discharge on Nov. 30, 1945.
He married Elsa Marshall Lester on March 26, 1971.
Alex was employed in the coal mining industry in Laredo, W.Va., for 28 years before moving to Carlsbad in 1959. He worked at U.S. Potash mine until it closed and retired from Amax Potash Company in 1980.
He was a member of the Elks BPOE No. 1558 since 1972, becoming a lifetime member in 2003. He attended the Church Street Church of the Nazarene since 1959 and was a member of the local union of United Mine Workers.
Alex loved to watch the Cavemen play football. He also enjoyed watching all sports on TV; going to McDonald’s with his coffee buddies each morning; and every Friday night having dinner at the Elks with Elsa, his wife, and sister-in-law and brother-in-law Pat and Jon Barnes, and then playing Skip Bo.
Survivors include wife, Elsa Hayes of the family home; son, Alex Hayes Jr. and wife Helen of Groves City, Ohio; daughters, Mary Ann Miller and husband Greg of Foster, W.Va., Dolores Ackinson of Davin, W.Va., and Melinda Kilgore and husband James of Siler City, N.C.; sons, Guy Lester of Colorado Springs, Colo., Steve Lester and his wife Sarah of Denver, Colo., and Johnny Lester and wife Jane of Seattle, Wash.; brother, Frank Levak and wife Gertrude of Devine, W.Va.; and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren and a host of friends.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Church Street Church of the Nazarene or any charity of your choice.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/16/2005

Anthony Hernandez Jr.

CARLSBAD — A Mass of Christian burial for Anthony “Tony” Hernandez Jr., 61, of Irving Street, will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday at San Jose Catholic Church with Father Valentine Jankowski officiating.
A vigil is scheduled for 7 p.m. Monday at San Jose Catholic Church.
He will lie in state 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
Mr. Hernandez passed away Thursday, Oct. 13, 2005, at Covenant Medical Center, Lubbock, Texas.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Anthony “Tony” Hernandez Jr. was born May 14, 1944, to Anthony Hernandez Sr. and Margarita Gomez Hernandez in Hanford, Calif., where he lived until he moved to Carlsbad in August 2005.
He married Abelina Flores on Sept. 5, 1973.
He spent his life working as a roofer and farmer and really enjoyed driving tractors. His hobbies included playing pool and dancing and he loved to cook and barbecue for Sunday family gatherings. Tony had a wonderful sense of humor and loved laughing and making others laugh.
He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers and two sisters.
He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Abelina Hernandez; six children of Hanford, Calif., Marcy Sumaya Jr. and wife Cindy, Stephine Sumaya, David Sumaya and wife Barbara, Gabriel Sumaya and wife Lydia, Joaquine Hernandez and Juan Hernandez; three children of Carlsbad, Isaac Zamora, Destiny Zamora and Anissa Zamora; and two brothers, four sisters and 16 grandchildren.
Pallbearers are David Sumaya, Gabriel Sumaya, Juan Hernandez, Sam Salcido, Angel Campos, Roy Marquez, Mike Garcia and Joaquine Hernandez. Honorary pallbearers are his grandchildren.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/15/2005

Jerry D. Ivy

ARTESIA — A graveside service for Jerry D. Ivy, 43, of Chimeso Road, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Monday at Woodbine Cemetery with the Rev. Jason Craft officiating.
Mr. Ivy died Thursday, Oct. 13, 2005, at home.
Terpening and Son Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

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The following are transcripts from the "Terpening & Son Mortuary" on 10/14/2005

Jerry D. Ivy
(November 5, 1961 - October 13, 2005)

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Jerry D. Ivy
Graveside services are scheduled at 10:00 A.M. Monday, at Woodbine Cemetery for Jerry D. Ivy of Artesia, New Mexico.

Mr. Ivy, 43, died Thursday, October 13, 2005 at his home.

Rev. Jason Kraft will officiate at the services. Honorary pallbearers will be Landon Ivy, Lance Ivy, Christopher Callaway, and Greg Bannister.

Mr. Ivy was born November 5, 1961 in Duncan, Oklahoma; the son of Lee T. Ivy and Doris (Motley) Ivy.

He was a graduate of Artesia High School in 1979 and a livelong resident of Artesia.

He worked as a Roughneck in the oil industry and was an avid hunter and fisherman.

He was preceded in death by his father.

Survivors include his mother Doris Ivy of family home; sons Jeremy David Ivy, and Travis Lee Ivy both of Arizona; step-daughter Keri Fouse and husband Shawn of Arizona; brothers Jack Ivy and wife Gayla of Artesia, N.M., and Larry Ivy and wife Aleene of Artesia; sister Janice Callaway and husband Ray of Wesilla, Alaska; and two grandchildren.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/28/2005

Marie Kubala

CARLSBAD — Marie Ann Kubala, 92, of Lakeview-Northgate, died Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2005, at Lakeview. Services are pending with West Funeral Home.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/5/2005

Brent Lofton

CARLSBAD — A graveside service for Brent Wayne Lofton, infant, is scheduled for 4 p.m. Friday at Carlsbad Cemetery with Pastor Jimmy Ryan of Loving Baptist Church officiating.
There is no visitation.
Brent Wayne Lofton died at birth on Friday to Owen Wayne and Jodi (Cathey) Lofton. He also has a brother, Brandon P., and sister, Brooke A. Lofton.
West Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/19/2005

Nicolasa M. Lopez

ARTESIA — A funeral for Nicolasa M. Lopez, 74, of West Centre Avenue, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Friday at Trinity Temple Assembly of God with Pastor Bobby Argo officiating.
Interment will follow at Woodbine Cemetery.
Friends may call beginning at 10 a.m. Thursday at Terpening and Son Mortuary.
She died Monday, Oct. 17, 2005, at home.
Terpening and Son Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/13/2005

Truett Loyd

ARTESIA — Graveside services for Truett Loyd, 80, of North Kentucky Street, Roswell, are scheduled at 10 a.m. Friday at Woodbine Cemetery, with the Rev. Rick Sullivan officiating.
Mr. Loyd died Monday, Oct. 10, 2005 at Mission Arch Care Center in Roswell.
Cremation and services are under the direction of Terpening and Son Mortuary.
Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.

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The following are transcripts from the "Terpening & Son Mortuary" on 10/12/2005

Truett Loyd
(April 20, 1925 - October 10, 2005)

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U.S. Veteran Graveside services are scheduled at 10:00 A.M. Friday, October 14, at Woodbine Cemetery for Truett Loyd of Roswell, New Mexico.

Mr. Loyd, 80, died Monday, October 10, 2005 at Mission Arch Care Center in Roswell.

Rev. Rick Sullivan will officiate at the services.

Cremation is under the direction of Terpening & Son Mortuary.

Mr. Loyd was born April 20, 1925 in Rising Star, Texas; the son of Willis Alma Loyd and Buelah Viola (Ives) Loyd.

On May 8, 1948 he was married to Betty Flinchbaugh in Carlsbad, New Mexico. He was a longtime Artesia resident before moving to Roswell 8 years ago.

He served in the NAVY during WW II.

He worked for Navajo Refinery for 43 years until retiring in 1989. His last position held was Vice president of the pipe line. He was also involved with the Elks and the Masonic Lodge of Artesia where he was a life member of both.

He was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include his wife Betty Loyd of the family home; son Ron Loyd and wife Billie of Artesia, N.M.; brothers Bobby Loyd and his family of Artesia, and Dewey Loyd of Midland, Texas; grandchildren Brad Loyd of Sante Fe, N.M., and Lori Jones and husband Verne of Ruidoso, N.M. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/20/2005

Brian P. Marrs

CARLSBAD — Brian P. Marrs, 36, of Eighth Street, died Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2005, in rural Eddy County. Services are pending with West Funeral Home.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/21/2005

Brian P. Marrs

CARLSBAD — A funeral for Brian P. Marrs, 36, of Eighth Street, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Saturday at West Funeral Home Chapel with Chaplain Judy Connell of Intrepid Potash officiating. Interment will follow in Carlsbad Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. today at West Funeral Home.
He died Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2005, in rural Eddy County.
Arrangements are by West Funeral Home.
Brian Peter Marrs was born Feb. 18, 1969, in Haywood, Calif., to Charles and Mary Ann Miletich Marrs. His family moved to Carlsbad in 1970 and he graduated from Carlsbad Senior High in 1987.
Brian joined the U.S. Army in 1989 and served in the first Gulf War. He received his honorable discharge in 1995. He had attended college for two and a half years toward his teaching degree.
He had worked for Eddy Potash and then Intrepid as an equipment operator. He loved to sing (karaoke), dance and play video games.
Brian is survived by his children, Valerie and Zeke Marrs of the family home, Jared Burdine of Carlsbad and Amanda Marrs of Carlsbad; his wife, Lisa Marrs of Carlsbad; his parents, Charlie and Mary Ann Marrs of Carlsbad; brother, Billy Marrs and wife Elsie of Carlsbad; sister, Patti Johnson and husband Mark of Cleveland, Texas; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Pallbearers are Randy Phillips, Kenneth Phillips, Mike Lee, Burt Pimbley, Leroy Ross and Mark Johnson.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/6/2005

Jerry H. Michaelson

BRADY, Texas — Jerry H. Michaelson, 59, of Brady, died Sept. 21, 2005, at his home. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service is planned for 2 p.m. Friday at Sunset Gardens.
Jerry was born Sept. 23, 1945, in Heber Springs, Ark., to Harlen and Helen Michaelson. He spent his childhood mostly in Missouri, moving to Carlsbad in 1957.
He served in the Air Force from 1963 to 1967, where he completed training in refrigeration and air conditioning.
His interests were computers, fast cars and motorcycles, and high-powered guns.
He spent most of his life in Carlsbad, moving to Brady in the fall of 2003. He ran an Internet business in Brady.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by a brother, Robert Michaelson; sister, Ann Brannon; and a niece and nephew.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Court Appointed Special Advocates or the Cat’s Meow.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/7/2005

Jerry H. Michaelson

BRADY, Texas — Jerry H. Michaelson, 59, of Brady, died Sept. 21, 2005, at his home. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service is planned for 2 p.m. today at Sunset Gardens.
Jerry was born Sept. 23, 1945, in Heber Springs, Ark., to Harlen and Helen Michaelson. He spent his childhood mostly in Missouri, moving to Carlsbad in 1957.
He served in the Air Force from 1963 to 1967, where he completed training in refrigeration and air conditioning.
His interests were computers, fast cars and motorcycles, and high-powered guns.
He spent most of his life in Carlsbad, moving to Brady in the fall of 2003. He ran an Internet business in Brady.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by a brother, Robert Michaelson; sister, Ann Brannon; and a niece and nephew.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Court Appointed Special Advocates or the Cat’s Meow.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/5/2005

Clarence O. Morrison

CARLSBAD — Clarence O. “Moe” Morrison, 81, of North Lake Street, died Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2005, at Carlsbad Medical Center. Services are pending with West Funeral Home.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/6/2005

Clarence O. ‘Moe’ Morrison

CARLSBAD — A memorial service for Clarence “Moe” Morrison, 81, of North Lake Street, is scheduled for 11 a.m. Friday at Southside Church of Christ with Roelf Ruffner officiating. Military honors
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performed by the Carlsbad Veterans Honor Guard. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place.
Mr. Morrison died Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2005, at Carlsbad Medical Center.
West Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Clarence O’Bannon “Moe” Morrison was born June 10, 1924, in Dora, to Charles Burton and Bertha Ball Morrison. He was raised and educated in Carlsbad, graduating from Carlsbad High School in 1942.
He was inducted into the U.S. Army on Feb. 8, 1943, and served in the Rhineland Central Europe campaign. He received his honorable discharge on April 14, 1946. After he served his country, “Moe” returned to New Mexico and attended MIT in Socorro. “Moe” was employed as a geophysicist with the petroleum industry.
After the death of his first wife, Glenda Ruth Morrison, in 1996, he married Valeria Jerrene Tidwell on Sept. 25, 2001, in Carlsbad.
“Moe” never met a stranger and loved all people he met. He was a volunteer for CARC Inc. and loved yard work, flower and vegetable gardening, and carpentry.
He was preceded in death by three brothers.
“Moe” is survived by his wife, Jerrene, of the family home; three sons, Barry Morrison and wife Michelle of Alton, Ill., Tommy Tidwell and wife Jeanette of Lubbock, and Chuck Tidwell and wife Jan of Carlsbad; two daughters, Glenda Morrison and spouse Dave Townsend of Canton, Texas, and Darla Bratcher and husband J.C. of Carlsbad; three brothers, Kenneth Morrison and Asa Morrison, both of Las Vegas, Nev., and Glenn Morrison of Grand Junction, Colo.; six sisters, Barbara Hessler of Pensacola, Fla., Bonita Wood of Mansfield, Texas, Bertha Fay Daugherty of St. Joe, Texas, Dortha Wilkinson and Retha Calhoun of Carlsbad, and Shari Morrison of Santa Fe; and eight grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.
Memorial contributions may be made to CARC Inc., 902 W. Cherry Lane, Carlsbad, NM 88220.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/7/2005

Ruby Mowery

CARLSBAD — Ruby Mowery, 79, of Westridge Road, died Thursday, Oct. 6, 2005, at Landsun Health Service Center. Arrangements are pending with Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/8/2005

Ruby Mowery

CARLSBAD — A memorial service for Ruby Mowery, 79, of Westridge Road, is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. today at Church Street Church of The Nazarene, 2315 W. Church St., with Pastor Bill Proulx and Chaplain Ed Kneeland officiating.
She passed away Thursday, Oct. 6, 2005, at Landsun Health Service Center.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Ruby Mowery was born Sept. 14, 1926, in Adams County, Ohio, to John Cecil and Dora Thompson Cole. She was raised and attended school in Ohio.
Ruby married Lawrence Mowery on June 7, 1946, in Maysville, Ky.
She owned and operated a restaurant in West Union, Ohio. Ruby and her husband moved their family to Carlsbad in 1974, where she worked as a sales clerk for Anthony’s until her retirement.
She was preceded in death by her husband; brothers, Robert, Richard and James Cole; and sister, Ruth.
She is survived by a son, Larry Mowery and wife Lillian of Albuquerque; daughter, Diana King and husband James of Carlsbad; brothers, John Dale Cole and Charles Cole; sisters, Anna Shell, Eudora Stratton and Marjorie Griener; grandchildren, Heath King, Damon Downs and Kristen Curbello and husband Aaron; and two great-grandchildren, Shannon Curbello and Chloe Curbello.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/14/2005

Ruby Murray

CARLSBAD — Ruby Murray, 89, of Collins Street, died Thursday, Oct. 13, 2005, at home. Services are pending with Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/15/2005

Ruby F. Murray

CARLSBAD — A graveside service for Ruby Faye Murray, 89, of Collins Street, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Wednesday at Sunset Gardens Memorial Park with Pastor Bobby Fuller officiating.
Friends may call 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
She died Thursday, Oct. 13, 2005, at home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/16/2005

Ruby F. Murray

CARLSBAD — Ruby Faye Murray, 89, of Collins Street, Carlsbad, departed this life to be with her Lord on Thursday, Oct. 13, 2005, at her home.
A graveside service is scheduled for 10 a.m. Wednesday at Sunset Gardens
Memorial Park with the Rev. Bobby Fuller officiating.
She will lie in state 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Ruby Faye Murray was born Aug. 15, 1916, to Jim and Mary Jane Foreman Williams in Charleston, Ark. She was raised and attended schools in Arkansas and then Wetumka, Okla., where she met Cullen Murray. They dated for a year and married in Wetumka on Aug. 1, 1935.
The Murray family moved to Carlsbad in 1957. Ruby Faye helped supply clothes and supplies through missionary, Brother T.R. Bedford, to many Navajo families. She taught vacation Bible school at LaJuerta Street Baptist Church, and was past president of Primary Department at the First Baptist Church. Ruby Faye was a member of the Lottie Moon Society and WMU.
She was a wonderful, devoted mother, grandmother and wife, and her hobbies included quilting, embroidery, traveling and camping.
Ruby Faye was preceded in death by her parents; husband of 69 years, Cullen Murray; and three brothers and three sisters.
She is survived by five children, JoAnn Fincher and husband Robert of Haughton, La., Janice Barnett and husband Jimmy C. of Carlsbad, Jane Stevens and husband Paul of Spring Creek, Nev., Wade Murray and wife Carol of Carlsbad, and Allen Murray and wife Carlene of Dallas; brothers, Curtis Williams of Greenwood, Ark., and B.F. Williams of Peoria, Ariz.; a sister, Helen Horton of Seminole, Okla.; and 20 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, 10 great-great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews and four devoted caregivers.
Pallbearers are granddaughters and great-granddaughters.
Memorial contributions may be made to VistaCare Hospice, 611 N. Canal St., Carlsbad, N.M. 88220; Blodgett Street Baptist Church, 1500 W. Blodgett St., Carlsbad, N.M. 88220; or American Diabetes Association, 525 San Pedro NE, Suite 101, Albuquerque, N.M. 87108.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/23/2005

Nola M. Ochenrider

ARTESIA — A funeral for Nola Mae Ochenrider, 102, of Gallup and formerly of Artesia, is scheduled for 2 p.m. Tuesday at First United Methodist Church in Artesia with the Rev. Paul Duerksen officiating. Interment will follow at Woodbine Cemetery.
The family will receive friends 6-8 p.m. Monday at Terpening and Son Mortuary.
She died Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2005, in Gallup.
Terpening and Son Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/9/2005

Johnnie Pinson

CARLSBAD — A funeral for Johnnie Pinson, 75, of Midland, Texas, is scheduled for 2 p.m. Tuesday at West Funeral Home Chapel with retired Baptist minister Stanley White officiating. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Monday and from 9 a.m. to service time on Tuesday at West Funeral Home.
She died Saturday, Oct. 8, 2005, at Parks Methodist Retirement Village.
Arrangements are by West Funeral Home.
Johnnie Pinson was born on Nov. 4, 1929, in Wichita Falls, Texas, to Robert E. and Madalene Harper King. She was raised in Wichita Falls.
She married Raymond J. Pinson and they moved to Carlsbad around 1954. Johnnie worked as head housekeeper for 25 years at the Best Western-Stevens Inn.
She attended Freewill Baptist Church. Johnnie was a very loving mother and grandmother.
She was preceded in death by her husband and one daughter, Cynthia Akina.
Johnnie is survived by two sons, Gary Lee McElreath of Graham, Texas, and Johnny Ray Pinson of Albuquerque; two daughters, Brenda Sutphin of Midland, Texas, and Carla Cotter of Los Lunas; one brother, Pat King and wife Sherry of Wichita Falls, Texas; and one sister, Reba Gitting of Graham, Texas; and 14 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/23/2005

T. Lucille Pursley

ARTESIA — A funeral for T. Lucille Pursley, 91, of Artesia, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Monday at Hermosa Drive Church of Christ with Bill Smith officiating. Interment will follow at Woodbine Cemetery.
Friends may call beginning at 2 p.m. today at Terpening and Son Mortuary.
Mrs. Pursley died Thursday, Oct. 20, 2005, at Artesia Good Samaritan Center.
Terpening and Son Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.
The family suggests memorial contributions to N.M. Christian Children’s Home, 1356 N.M. Highway 236, Portales, N.M., 88130-9411; VistaCare Foundation, 611 N. Canal St., Carlsbad, N.M., 88220; or Artesia Good Samaritan Center, 1402 Gilchrist Ave., Artesia, N.M., 88210.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/27/2005

Milland Queen

CARLSBAD — Milland Queen, 93, of Franklin Street, died Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2005, at home. Services are pending with West Funeral Home.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/28/2005

Millard H. Queen

CARLSBAD — A graveside service for Millard H. Queen, 93, of Franklin Street, is scheduled for 10 a.m. today at Sunset Gardens Memorial Park with Pastor Brian McGonagill officiating.
There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place.
Mr. Queen died Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2005, at home.
West Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/29/2005

Millard H. Queen

CARLSBAD — A graveside service for Millard H. Queen, 93, of Franklin Street, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 4, at Sunset Gardens Memorial Park with Pastor Brian McGonagill officiating.
There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place.
Mr. Queen died Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2005, at home.
West Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/30/2005

Millard H. Queen

CARLSBAD — A graveside service is scheduled for 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 4., at Sunset Gardens Memorial Park for Millard H. Queen, 93, of Franklin Street. Pastor Brian McGonagill will officiate.
Mr. Queen passed away at his home on Wednesday, Oct. 26.
Millard Queen was born Feb. 9, 1912, in Malaga to Hillmon and Abbie Tulk Queen.
He was raised in the area of Queen and moved to Carlsbad as an adult to work more than 20 years at IMCC potash mine. He later moved to Roswell, where he worked and retired from the city of Roswell.
He had recently returned to Carlsbad to be near his son.
Millard’s passion in life was music. He spent the majority of his life playing guitar and singing cowboy songs, entertaining throughout southern New Mexico.
Millard was preceded in death by wives, May, Essie, Lela and Louise; his parents; and his brother, Victor Queen.
Survivors include a son, Edmond Queen and wife Cathy of Carlsbad; daughter, Tomie Lee and husband Pat of Gustavus, Alaska; grandchildren, Billy Jo Kelley, Paul Nelson, Carrie Nelson and Brandon Nelson of Flagstaff, Ariz., James Patrick of California, and Clayton Patrick of Georgia; and five great-grandchildren.
West Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/20/2005

Eloisa L. Saldana

CARLSBAD — A Mass of Christian burial for Eloisa L. Saldana, 76, of Mimosa Street, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Saturday at San Jose Catholic Church with Father Valentine Jankowski officiating. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery.
A vigil is scheduled for 7 p.m. Friday at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home Chapel.
Friends may call 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
She died Sunday, Oct. 16, 2005, at home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/21/2005

Eloisa L. Saldana

CARLSBAD — A Mass of Christian burial for Eloisa L. Saldana, 76, of Mimosa Street, will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday at San Jose Catholic Church with Father Valentine Jankowski officiating. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery.
A vigil is scheduled for 7 p.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home Chapel.
She will lie in state 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
She passed away Sunday, Oct. 16, 2005, at her home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Eloisa L. Saldana was born Aug. 4, 1929, in Eddy County to Gilberto and Niebes Lopez Deanda.
She married Thomas Saldana in Carlsbad in 1945.
She enjoyed cooking for family gatherings and helping the elderly.
Eloisa was preceded in death by her parents; husband Thomas in 1974; and two grandsons, one brother and one sister.
She is survived by children, Mary Saldana, Della Martinez and husband Joe, Thomas Saldana Jr. and Nila Rinehart, Linda Mata, Mariana Chavez and Benjamin Chavez Jr., all of Carlsbad, Erma Chavez and Siria Chavez of Artesia and Alice Estrada and husband Rudy Jr. of Carlsbad; brothers, Eusebio Deanda and wife Olivia, and Gilberto Deanda Jr. and wife Mary all of Arizona; sisters, Oralia Contreras of Artesia and Adela Dominguez and husband Mike of Carlsbad; and 33 grandchildren, 65 great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/1/2005

Carmen Sing

CARLSBAD — A Mass of Christian burial for Carmen Calderon Sing, 81, of South Ash Street, will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday at San Jose Catholic Church with Father Valentine Jankowski officiating. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery. A vigil is scheduled for 7 p.m. Sunday at San Jose Catholic Church. Friends may call 1-5 p.m. Sunday.
Mrs. Sing passed away Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2005, at home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/2/2005

Carmen Sing

CARLSBAD — A Mass of Christian burial for Carmen Calderon Sing, 81, of South Ash Street, will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday at San Jose Catholic Church with Father Valentine Jankowski 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.
Mrs. Sing passed away Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2005, at her home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Carmen Calderon Sing was born July 15, 1924, in Van Horn, Texas, to Julio and Angela Munoz Calderon. She attended school in Casas Grandes, Chihuahua, Mexico, where she met and married Mike Sing in 1943.
Moving to Carlsbad in 1955, Carmen enjoyed taking care of the home, gardening and cooking; but most of all she loved being a wife, mother and grandmother. Her happiest moments were spent being around children.
Carmen was a member of San Jose Catholic Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Mike Sing; brothers, Mariano Calderon and Dominiao Calderon; and sisters, Benita Delgado, Isidra Parra, Concepcion Huerta and Manuela Calderon.
She is survived by sons, Carlos Sing and wife Gloria of Evanston, Wyo., Victor Sing of Carlsbad, Mike Sing Jr. and wife Criselda of Carlsbad, Eddie Sing and wife Lupe of Carlsbad, Freddie Sing and wife Christi of Lyma, Wyo., and Roy Sing of Carlsbad; 22 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; brothers, Jose Maria Calderon and wife Carmen of El Paso, and Federico Calderon and wife Frances of Carlsbad; and a sister, Margarita Herrera of Arizona.
Pallbearers are Carlos Sing, Victor Sing, Mike Sing, Eddie Sing, Freddie Sing and Roy Sing.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/15/2005

Johnny Stuart

ARTESIA — A funeral for Johnny Stuart, 67, of Runyan Avenue, is scheduled for 2 p.m. Monday at West Main Baptist Church with the Rev. Jason Kraft officiating. Interment will follow at Woodbine Cemetery.
Mr. Stuart died Thursday, Oct. 13, 2005, at Artesia Good Samaritan Center.
Terpening and Son Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be made to Lakeview Christian Hospice or a charity of choice.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/7/2005

James F. Tabor

CARLSBAD — James F. Tabor, 82, of North Mesa Street, died Thursday, Oct. 6, 2005, at home. Arrangements are pending with West Funeral Home.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/12/2005

James F. Tabor
CARLSBAD — Memorial services for James F. Tabor, 82, of North Mesa Street, are set for 10 a.m. Saturday at First Church of the Nazarene, with Reverend Dean Coonradt officiating.
There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place.
Mr. Tabor died Thursday, Oct. 6, 2005, at home.
Arrangements are by West Funeral Home.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/14/2005

James F. Tabor

CARLSBAD — A memorial service for James F. Tabor, 82, of North Mesa Street, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Saturday at First Church of the Nazarene with the Rev. Dean Coonradt officiating. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place.
Arrangements are by West Funeral Home.
James F. “Jim” Tabor, 82, went home to meet his Lord on Oct. 6, 2005. He was born Oct. 6, 1923, to Lydia Henderson Tabor and Harrison Floyd Tabor in Heber Springs, Ark.
With only an eighth-grade education and a strong will to succeed, he leaves a legacy worth honoring.
He lived in Arkansas and Cowetta, Okla., in his childhood. He moved to Carlsbad in about 1960 and married the love of his life, Wilma Lawton, on Oct. 26, 1963. Jim claimed his three stepdaughters as his very own and loved and cherished them and their families.
He proudly served his country in World War II. He enlisted as a teenager and served for three years in the Pacific Theatre. He served in the 25th Infantry Division. He received the Purple Heart and several other ribbons and fought even after he was wounded.
Jim gave his heart to the Lord when he was nearly 70 years old. He was a member of Carlsbad First Assembly of God Church and in the past eight years has felt at home with his friends at Carlsbad First Church of the Nazarene.
He had a successful business as a paint contractor and paint store co-owner with his wife, as well as a furniture refinishing business in his garage shop. He was able to restore at least one piece of furniture for each member of his family.
His hobbies included country music — especially singer Jimmie Rodgers. He loved discussing politics and history.
During the last year, poor eyesight prevented him from driving, reading or working in the shop, but he never lost his zest for life, nor the determination to do all that he could to help himself and others. Everyone appreciated his sense of humor. His positive attitude endeared him to his caregivers. He will be missed more than he ever knew!
Wilma Tabor, his wife of 39 years, preceded him in death on Aug. 16, 2002.
Survivors include his three stepdaughters and their families, Sue Worley and husband Morris of Carlsbad, Jean Juszczyk and husband Frank of Silver City, and Kathryn Foster and husband Lloyd of Albuquerque; eight grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; brothers-in-law, Gerald Lawton and Kenneth Lawton; sister-in-law, Janice Lawton of Indiana; and several nieces and nephews and many friends.
In lieu of flowers, contributions made to Golden Services Hospice, 800 W. Pierce St., Carlsbad; First Church of the Nazarene, 1010 W. Fox St., Carlsbad; or a charity of choice would be appreciated.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/15/2005

James F. Tabor

CARLSBAD — A memorial service for James F. Tabor, 82, of North Mesa Street, is sched-uled for 10 a.m. today at First Church of the Nazarene with the Rev. Dean Coonradt officiating. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place.
Arrangements are by West Funeral Home.
James F. “Jim” Tabor, 82, went home to meet his Lord on Oct. 6, 2005. He was born Oct. 6, 1923, to Lydia Henderson Tabor and Harrison Floyd Tabor in Heber Springs, Ark.
With only an eighth-grade education and a strong will to succeed, he leaves a legacy worth honoring.
He lived in Arkansas and Cowetta, Okla., in his childhood. He moved to Carlsbad in about 1960 and married the love of his life, Wilma Lawton, on Oct. 26, 1963. Jim claimed his three stepdaughters as his very own and loved and cherished them and their families.
He proudly served his country in World War II. He enlisted as a teenager and served for three years in the Pacific Theatre. He served in the 25th Infantry Division. He received the Purple Heart and several other ribbons and fought even after he was wounded.
Jim gave his heart to the Lord when he was nearly 70 years old. He was a member of Carlsbad First Assembly of God Church and in the past eight years has felt at home with his friends at Carlsbad First Church of the Nazarene.
He had a successful business as a paint contractor and paint store co-owner with his wife, as well as a furniture refinishing business in his garage shop. He was able to restore at least one piece of furniture for each member of his family.
His hobbies included country music — especially singer Jimmie Rodgers. He loved discussing politics and history.
During the last year, poor eyesight prevented him from driving, reading or working in the shop, but he never lost his zest for life, nor the determination to do all that he could to help himself and others. Everyone appreciated his sense of humor. His positive attitude endeared him to his caregivers. He will be missed more than he ever knew!
Wilma Tabor, his wife of 39 years, preceded him in death on Aug. 16, 2002.
Survivors include his three stepdaughters and their families, Sue Worley and husband Morris of Carlsbad, Jean Juszczyk and husband Frank of Silver City, and Kathryn Foster and husband Lloyd of Albuquerque; eight grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; brothers-in-law, Gerald Lawton and Kenneth Lawton; sister-in-law, Janice Lawton of Indiana; and several nieces and nephews and many friends.
In lieu of flowers, contributions made to Golden Services Hospice, 800 W. Pierce St., Carlsbad; First Church of the Nazarene, 1010 W. Fox St., Carlsbad; or a charity of choice would be appreciated.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/29/2005

Joseph Todd

CARLSBAD — Joseph Todd, 57, of North Mesa Street, died Friday, Oct. 28, 2005, at home. Services are pending with Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/27/2005

C.E. Tucker

ARTESIA — A funeral for C.E. “Arkie” Tucker, 68, of Artesia, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Friday at Centre Avenue Baptist Church with Pastor Kenneth C. Heck officiating. Interment will follow at Woodbine Cemetery.
Friends may call beginning at 10 a.m. today at Terpening and Son Mortuary.
Mr. Tucker died Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2005, at his home.
Terpening and Son Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/27/2005

Jesus M. Vasquez

CARLSBAD — Jesus M. Vasquez, 89, of Irvin Street, died Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2005, at Carlsbad Medical Center. Services are pending with Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/28/2005

Jesus M. Vasquez

CARLSBAD — A Mass of Christian burial for Jesus M. Vasquez, 89, of Irvin Street, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Saturday at San Jose Catholic Church with Father Valentine Jankowski officiating. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery, Carlsbad, New Mexico.
A vigil is scheduled for 7 p.m. today at San Jose Catholic Church.
He will lie in state noon to 5 p.m. today at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
Mr. Vasquez passed away Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2005, at Carlsbad Medical Center.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Jesus M. Vasquez was born Aug. 22, 1916, in Aspermont, Texas, to Margarito and Quetellia Rodriguez Vasquez. He moved to Carlsbad at the age of 6 and attended school in Loving.
He married Angelina Yturralde in 1939.
During his career, he worked at the mines, did construction and worked for Eddy County in the landscape maintenance department from which he retired in 1989.
He enjoyed church work, yard work, reading and fishing. Jesus was a member of Holy Name, the Legion of Mary and also the Franciscans.
He was preceded in death by his son Eloy Vasquez, one brother and one sister.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Angelina Vasquez; children, Orlando Vasquez of Carlsbad, Oralia Muniz and husband Jack of Phoenix, Oswaldo Vasquez and wife Berena of Glendale, Ariz., and Eddy Vasquez and wife Anna of Sacramento, Calif.; sisters, Lucia Urquidez and Secundina Bennet of Carlsbad; and nine grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers will be grandsons.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/9/2005

Lester Wade

CARLSBAD — A memorial service for Lester Wade, 84, of Landsun Circle, is scheduled for 1 p.m. Monday at Landsun Homes Otto Chapel, 2002 Westridge Road.
Mr. Wade passed away Friday, Oct. 7, 2005, at his home.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Lester Wade was born Sept. 21, 1921, in Mansfield, Mo., to Ernest Wade and Amanda Williams Wade.
He was in the Navy during World War II, serving in the Atlantic on the U.S.S. Melville.
Lester married Beverly Negus on July 26, 1945, and lived in California for 22 years, Missouri for 19 years, Roswell for 10 years and moved to Landsun Homes Parkhouse in 1995. He and Beverly traveled occasionally in their RV. Lester was a member of the Carlsbad United Methodist Church, United Methodist Men and Y’s Men Club of YMCA for 22 years in California. He was a member of Cactus Sams in Roswell and Caveman Sams in Carlsbad. Lester retired from Southwestern Bell System after 32 years of service there and in Pacific Bell.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Raymond Wade and sister, Ruth Cox.
He is survived by his wife, Beverly Wade, of the family home; daughters, Susan Knezevich of Snowmass, Colo., Rita J. Ashley of Alta Loma, Calif., and Janet K. Writer of Neosho, Mo.; grandchildren, Charlie Writer of Neosho, James C. Ashley of Peachtree City, Ga., and Connie Ashley of California; great-grandchildren, Alex Ashley, Michael Ashley, Katherine Ashley and Elizabeth Ashley all of Peachtree City, and Adam Ashley and Madison Ashley of California; and a niece, Wanda Fittro.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/15/2005

Paula Wainner

CARLSBAD — Paula Wainner, 69, of Del Rio Street, died Thursday, Oct. 6, 2005, in Lubbock, Texas. A memorial service is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at Central Christian Church, 305 N. Oak St. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Agape Funeral Chapel of Lubbock.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Arthritis Foundation, P.O. Box 96280, Washington, D.C., 20077; or The Cat’s Meow, 124 S. Canyon St., Carlsbad, N.M., 88220.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/20/2005

Barbara J. Webber

CARLSBAD — Barbara J. Webber, 76, of Orchard Manor, died Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2005, at home. Services are pending with West Funeral Home.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/21/2005

Barbara J. Webber

CARLSBAD — A memorial service for Barbara Jean Webber, 76, of Orchard Manor, is scheduled for 3 p.m. Saturday at Grace Episcopal Church with Father Thomas Gray officiating.
She passed away peacefully at home with her husband by her side after a short battle with cancer.
Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation.
Arrangements are by West Funeral Home.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/22/2005

Barbara J. Webber

CARLSBAD — A memorial service for Barbara Jean Webber, 76, of Orchard Manor, is scheduled for 3 p.m. today at Grace Episcopal Church with Father Thomas Gray officiating. Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation.
Barbara passed away peacefully at home with her husband by her side after a short battle with cancer.
Arrangements are by West Funeral Home.
Barbara Jean Webber was born June 20, 1929, in Morristown, Ohio, to LaRue and Martha Jane Dunn Brown. At age 15, she and her family moved to Carlsbad from Taylorville, Ill. Barbara graduated from Carlsbad High School in 1947.
She married Kenneth J. Webber on Oct. 9, 1949, in Carlsbad.
She was employed with Wells Fargo Bank for 50 years, retiring as a senior VP in the Trust Department. She was the treasurer for Altrusa Club; past president of Assistance League; a member of MU Master Sorority for 10 years; treasurer of Grace House; and a lay reader and served on the Bishops Diocesan Council of the Rio Grande and Altar Guild, and was a member of Grace Episcopal Church. She was also past president of Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce; on the board of directors of Carlsbad Foundation for 12 years and president for five terms; a past member of Eastern Star; a member of Eddy County Possettes; and past president of Western United States Women Banking Association.
And she still had time to enjoy traveling with her husband “Bud” in their motor home.
Barbara is survived by her husband of 56 years, Kenneth J. “Bud” Webber of the family home; son, Robert Lynn Webber and wife Robin of Castle Rock, Colo.; granddaughters, Jamie Hall and husband Chad and their son Nathan of Castle Rock and Jennifer Wolf and husband Brad and their daughters Allison and Victoria of Livingston, Mont.; brother-in-law, Herbert Webber and wife Gerry of Arlington, Texas; sisters-in-law, Kathleen Ekholm and husband Bill of Cloquet, Minn., and Patsy Mall of Santa Rosa Beach, Fla.; and numerous extended family.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Grace Episcopal Church Memorial Fund, 508 W. Fox St., Carlsbad, N.M. 88220; or Grace House at Carlsbad Foundation, 116 S. Canyon St., Carlsbad, N.M. 88220.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/23/2005

Carroll Wheeler

CARLSBAD — Carroll Wheeler 66, of Old Cavern Highway, died Friday, Oct. 21, 2005, at Carlsbad Medical Center. Direct burial has taken place. There was no visitation.
West Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Carroll Wheeler was born March 14, 1939, in Carlsbad to William A. Sr. and Caroline Kircher Wheeler. He was raised and educated in Carlsbad, graduating from Carlsbad High School in 1957.
He worked as an electrician in the potash mines and was a member of IBEW Local No. 611 for 35 years. He was also a member of St. Edward Catholic Church.
Carroll enjoyed shooting pool, and being an amateur photographer, songwriter and poet. In his younger days, he enjoyed hunting and horseback riding.
He was preceded in death by his stepson, Tommy Albright.
He is survived by his daughter, Carolyn M. Williams; two stepdaughters, Linda Castro and husband Steve and Mary Ramsey; two brothers, Everett Wheeler and Bill Wheeler and wife June; a sister, Phyllis Western and husband Jack; eight grandchildren, Carolyn Thompson, Paul Williams, William Williams, Shawna Ward, Melissa Bailey and husband Rick, Shannon Kluq, Vanessa Tanner, and LaRae Ramsey all of Carlsbad; and nine great-grandchildren and several nephews and cousins.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/7/2005

James Willis

CARLSBAD — James Joseph “Joe” Willis, 79, of Desert Willow Drive, passed away Sept. 25, 2005, at his home.
A Celebration of Life is planned for 6 p.m. Saturday at First United Methodist Church, 207 N. Halagueno St., Carlsbad.
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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/29/2005

Gladys Wiseman

CARLSBAD — Gladys Benz Wiseman, 88, of Westridge Road, died Friday, Oct. 28, 2005, at Landsun Health Service Center. Services are pending with Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.

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The following are transcripts from the "Carlsbad Current Argus" dated 10/30/2005

Gladys Wiseman

CARLSBAD — A graveside service for Gladys Benz Wiseman, 88, of Westridge Road, is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Sunset Gardens Memorial Park with the Rev. David Wilson Rogers of First Christian Church officiating.
She will lie in state 1-7 p.m. Tuesday at Denton-Funchess Funeral Home.
She passed away Friday, Oct. 28, 2005, at Landsun Health Service Center.
Denton-Funchess Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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The following are transcripts from the "Terpening & Son Mortuary" on 10/3/2005

Freddy Joe Sosa
(July 7, 1953 - October 1, 2005)

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Freddy Joe Sosa
A memorial mass is scheduled at 9:30 A.M. Thursday, October 6, at Our Lady of Grace Church for Freddy Sosa of Artesia, New Mexico.

Mr. Sosa, 52, died Saturday, October 1, 2005 at Artesia Good Samaritan Center. Fr. Paul Murtagh SS.CC. will officiate at the services. Cremation is under the direction of Terpening & Son Mortuary. Honorary Pallbearers will be Dominic Sandoval, Zakary Castaneda, Daniel Rubio, Benjamin Sosa, Roman Sosa, and Christopher Gomez-Sosa. A rosary is scheduled for Wednesday at Our Lady of Grace beginning at 6:30 P.M.

Mr. Sosa was born July 7, 1953 in Artesia, New Mexico; the son of Marcelino Sosa and Elvira (Hernandez) Sosa.

He was a lifelong Artesia resident.

He worked as a pipe-fitter and was a member of Our Lady of Grace.

He was preceded in death by his mother, his brother, and a son.

Survivors include his father Marcelino Sosa of Artesia; daughters Jessica Castanedo of Las Cruces, N.M., and Julie Vigil-Sosa of Mesa, Arizona; sons Todd Onsurez of Carlsbad, N.M., and Jerrin Sosa of Phoenix, Arizona; sisters Debra Sosa of Artesia, and Betty Lawson of Midland, Texas; brother Terry Sosa of Artesia; and three grandchildren.

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The following are transcripts from the "Terpening & Son Mortuary" on 10/17/2005

Calvin Ray Cooper
(August 14, 1961 - October 16, 2005)

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Memorial services are scheduled for 10:00 A.M., Thursday, Oct. 20, at the Door of Opportunity, for Calvin Ray Cooper, 909 Bullock Ct., Artesia, New Mexico.

Mr. Cooper, 44, died Sunday, October 16, 2005 at his home.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Terpening & Son Mortuary.

Mr. Cooper was born August 14, 1961 in Carlsbad, New Mexico; the son of Willard C. Cooper and Ima (Webber) Cooper.

He was a lifelong area resident.

He was with the Door of Opportunity for many years.

He was preceded in death by his father. Survivors include his mother Ima Cooper of Artesia; brother David Cooper of Hagerman, N.M.; sister Vickie Davis of Artesia.
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The following are transcripts from the "Terpening & Son Mortuary" on 10/17/2005

Johnny Stuart
(July 28, 1938 - October 13, 2005)

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Memorial services are scheduled at 2:00 P.M. Monday, October 17, at West Main Baptist Church for Johnny Stuart, 708 Runyan Ave., Artesia, New Mexico.

Mr. Stuart, 67, died Thursday, October 13, 2005 at Artesia Good Samaritan Center. Rev. Jason Kraft will officiate at the services with burial at Woodbine Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers will be Leonard Stuart, J.B. Stuart, Codi Stuart, Keith Kilpatrick, Charles Smith, and Roger Kilpatrick. Burial has taken place at Woodbine Cemetery.

Mr. Stuart was born July 28, 1938 in Electra, Texas; the son of John William Stuart and Vesta Ellen (McClain) Stuart.

On Sept. 19, 1957 he was married to Louise Fennell in Carlsbad, NM. He came to Artesia in 1964 from Carlsbad.

He was Owner and Operator of Hamilton Roofing. He was a member of West Main Baptist Church, coached girls softball and Connie Mack Baseball, member Artesia Squares Square Dance Club, National Roofers Association and above everything else he loved his family.

He was preceded in death by parents, brothers Haskell Stuart, Perry Stuart and Cecil Stuart, and by a sister Ruby Matlock.

Survivors include his wife Louise Stuart of the family home; mother-in-law and father-in-law Lenard and Winona Fennell of Artesia; son John Leonard Stuart and wife Sandra of Artesia; daughters Nona Smith and husband Charles of Artesia, Ramona Kilpatrick and husband Roger of Artesia; the Boys Jim and Lucky; brother Marion Morgan of Carlsbad; sisters Nadine Seely of Ft. Worth, Texas, Jaunetta Parker of Carlsbad, Wanda Pfneister of Holiday, Texas, Betty Ellen Wilson of Electra, Texas Carolyn Byrd of Ft. Worth; grandchildren Christie Troublefield and husband Shaun, Candace Maurer and husband Michael, Keith Kilpatrick and wife Staci, Courtney Kilpatrick, J.B. Stuart, Misti Stuart, and Codi Stuart; great-grandchildren Kaci Halsel, Tristen Troublefield, and Dakota Maurer.

Memorial contributions may be made to Lakeview Christian Hospice or Charity of Choice.
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The following are transcripts from the "Terpening & Son Mortuary" on 10/18/2005

Nicolasa M. Lopez
(October 10, 1931 - October 17, 2005)

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Nicolasa M. Lopez
Services are scheduled at 10:00 A.M. Friday, October 21, at Trinity Temple Assembly of God for Nicolasa M. Lopez, Artesia, New Mexico.

Mrs. Lopez, 74, died Monday, October 17, 2005 at her home.

Pastor Bobby Argo will officiate at the services with burial at Woodbine Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Tony Lopez, Alonzo Lopez, Adolfo Lopez, Martin Lopez, Arthur De Leon, and Steven Hernandez.

Visitation will be at Terpening & Son Mortuary beginning Thursday at 10:00 A.M.

Mrs. Lopez was born October 10, 1931 in Zacatecas, Mexico; the daughter of Mercedes Morales and Salome (Moreno) Morales.

In 1949 she was married to Antonio Lopez in Mexico. She came to Artesia in 1949 from Mexico.

She was a homemaker and member of Trinity Temple Assembly of God.

She was preceded in death by her parents, daughter Josefina Lopez, 2 brothers, and a sister.

Survivors include her husband Antonio Lopez of Hope, N.M.; sons Tony Lopez of Artesia, Alonzo Lopez of Artesia, Adolfo Lopez of Seminole, Texas and Martin Lopez of Artesia; daughters Esperanza Foster of Denver City, Texas, Margarita Lozano of Newark, Texas Frances Luera of Hobbs, N.M., Nolberta Hernandez of San Antonio, Texas, Gracie Lopez of Artesia, and Suzy Wortley of Artesia; brother Estavan Morales of Monterrey, Mexico; sisters Louisa Morales of La Corte, Mexico Antonia Morales of La Corte, Santana Morales of La Corte, and Bralia Morales of La Corte; 21 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
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The following are transcripts from the "Terpening & Son Mortuary" on 10/20/2005

Lynette M. Fry
(November 7, 1947 - October 19, 2005)

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Lynette M. Fry
Memorial services are scheduled at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, October 22, at Terpening & Son Mortuary for Lynette M. Fry of Artesia, New Mexico.

Mrs. Fry, 57, died Wednesday, October 19, 2005 at Artesia General Hospital Emergency Room.

Family Members will officiate at the services.

Cremation is under the direction of Terpening & Son Mortuary.

The Honorary pallbearers will be Ronald Gene Gray, Charlie Nelms, Richard Fry, Jimmy Fry, Larry Thorpe, Lynn Hood, Stephen Butts, J. Sanford, and members of the Artesia Police and Fire Departments.

Mrs. Fry was born November 7, 1947 in Carlsbad, New Mexico; the daughter of Stanley L. Jones and Jonelle (Rayburn) Jones.

On Dec. 11, 1965 she was married to Phillip Fry in Artesia, NM. She was a lifelong resident of the Artesia area and worked as a homemaker.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and brother Stanley Jones, Jr.

Survivors include her husband Phillip Fry of family home; daughters Heather Fry of Carlsbad, N.M., and Leslie Butts and husband Stephen of Artesia; son Tell Fry of Artesia; sisters Pat Nelms of Lovington, N.M., and Jonell Howell of Austin, Texas; and three grandchildren Morgan Butts, Ashton Butts, and Hadley Alvarez.

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The following are transcripts from the "Terpening & Son Mortuary" on 10/21/2005

T. Lucille Pursley
(August 23, 1914 - October 20, 2005)

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T. Lucille Pursley
Services are scheduled at 10:00 A.M. Monday, October 24, at Hermosa Drive Church of Christ for T. Lucille Pursley, Artesia, New Mexico.

Mrs. Pursley, 91, died Thursday, October 20, 2005 at Artesia Good Samaritan Center.

Bill Smith will officiate at the services with burial at Woodbine Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Gary Conklin, Don Conner, Mike Deans, Mike Goss, Frank Hammond, and Bob Evan Mayberry. Honorary pallbearers will be Darrell Brown, Cindy Herron, Ide Larez, Roy Medley, Dwayne Pounds, Wes Reed, Emma Rivera, Bill Ross, Earlene Wages.

Visitation will be at Terpening & Son Mortuary beginning at 2:00 p.m. Sunday

Mrs. Pursley was born August 23, 1914 in Hubbard, Texas; the daughter of George Walter Cray and Lucy Edna (Schaedelbouer) Cray.

On April 8, 1930 she was married to James Edgar Pursley in Mt. Calm, Texas. She was a longtime area resident. He preceded her in death Feb. 21, 1975.

She owned and operated several grocery stores in New Mexico and Texas. She was a member of Hermosa Drive Church of Christ, loved to cook, and was a great story teller. Her life experiences were filled with love and laughter, and she loved her Lord and her family.

She was preceded in death by parents, by a son Walter Pursley, and by seven brothers and sisters.

Survivors include daughter Shirley Loop and husband Frank of Artesia; daughter-in-law Ann Pursley of Slaton, Texas; grandsons Ronnie Letcher of Artesia, and Randy Letcher and wife Patti of Artesia; granddaughter Robbi Bowyer and husband Shiloh of Las Cruces, N.M.; great-grandsons Ryan Letcher of Oklahoma City, Okla., Chad Letcher and wife Tabatha of Artesia, Jeff Letcher and wife Savannah of Artesia, and Brice Letcher of Artesia; great-granddaughters Tamara Letcher of Albuquerque, N.M., and Crystal Bruton of Artesia; great-great-grandchildren Ashly, Caden, Elijah, Ashton Letcher and Kristin Bruton all of Artesia; and several nieces and nephews. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to N.M. Christian Children's Home, 1356 NM Hwy 236, Portales, NM 88130-9411; Vista Care Foundation, 611 N. Canal, Carlsbad, NM 88220; or Artesia Good Samaritan Center, 1402 Gilchrist, Artesia, NM 88210.
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The following are transcripts from the "Terpening & Son Mortuary" on 10/22/2005

Carlo Freeman
(August 26, 1965 - October 21, 2005)

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Graveside services are scheduled at 2:00 PM Wednesday, October 26, at Woodbine Cemetery, for Carlo Freeman, 1221 Christine St., N.E., Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Mr. Freeman, died in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Tete Hendrix will officiate at the services.

Mr. Freeman was born August 26, 1965 in Artesia, New Mexico; the son of Carl Freeman and Elmeta (McKenzie) Freeman.

He was a longtime Artesia resident until moving to Albuquerque in 1990.

He worked concrete construction.

He was preceded in death by his father Carl Freeman and by a sister Carla Freeman.

Survivors include step-father and mother Lawrence and Elmeta Welch of Albuquerque, NM; brothers Carl Freeman of Albuquerque, and Lewis Hendrix of Roswell, NM; sister Carleta Freeman of Albuquerue; nephews Ali Freeman of Albuquerue, Carson Meyers of Albuquerue, and Carl A. Freeman of Albuquerue.
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The following are transcripts from the "Terpening & Son Mortuary" on 10/24/2005

Steven A. Brizeno
(July 30, 1959 - October 22, 2005)

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Services are scheduled at 9:30 A.M. Tuesday, October 25, at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church for Steven A. Brizeno, Artesia, New Mexico.

Mr. Brizeno, 46, died Saturday, October 22, 2005 at his home.

Burial will be at Woodbine Cemetery.

A rosary is also scheduled for 6:30 P.M. Monday at Terpening & Son Mortuary.

Mr. Brizeno was born July 30, 1959 in Artesia, New Mexico; the son of Frank C. Brizeno and Alice (Alvarado) Brizeno.

He was a lifelong area resident.

He worked construction and was a member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church.

Survivors include his parents Frank and Alice Brizeno of Artesia; sons Adam Brizeno of Seguin, Texas and Daniel Brizeno of Seguin; daughter Jessica Brizeno of Seguin; brothers Mike Brizeno of Artesia, Mark Brizeno of Artesia, Frank Gable Brizeno of Artesia, and John Brizeno of Artesia; sisters Yolanda Brizeno of Hobbs, N.M., Elizabeth Brizeno of Artesia, and Sarah Brizeno of Hobbs; maternal grandmother Josephine Olivas of Artesia; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and a great-nephew.
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The following are transcripts from the "Terpening & Son Mortuary" on 10/25/2005

Paul Hooten
(October 29, 1940 - October 24, 2005)

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Paul Hooten
Graveside services are scheduled at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, October 26, at Lake Arthur Cemetery for Paul Hooten of Artesia, New Mexico.

Mr. Hooten, 64, died Monday, October 24, 2005 at Artesia General Hospital Emergency Room.

J.T. Ross will officiate at the services. The pallbearers will be Buddy Shields, Ronnie Mathews, Dennis Jones, David Landers, Lee McHenry, Paul Marshall, John Britt, and Scott Standard.

Visitation will be at Terpening & Son Mortuary Tuesday starting at 10:00 A.M.

Mr. Hooten was born October 29, 1940 in Artesia, New Mexico; the son of Joe Hooten and Ina (Crim) Hooten.

On Dec. 23, 1985 he was married to Darlene Graham in Carlsbad, New Mexico. He was a lifelong resident of Artesia.

He worked as a truck driver and was a member of Eighth and Grand Church of Christ. He also enjoyed riding his motorcycle.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother.

Survivors include his wife Darlene Hooten of family home; son David Hooten and wife Jacque of Artesia; daughter Judy McNeil and husband Garlan of Lake Arthur, N.M.; brother Billy Joe Hooten of Carlsbad, N.M.; and six grandchildren.
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The following are transcripts from the "Terpening & Son Mortuary" on 10/26/2005

Jeanne Bruce
(December 26, 1929 - October 25, 2005)

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Jeanne Bruce
Memorial services are scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 19 at Advent United Methodist Church in Las Vegas, Nevada for former Artesia resident Jeanne Bruce of Las Vegas.

Jeanne died Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2005 in Las Vegas.

She was born on Dec. 26, 1929 in Pampa, Texas to Maude and Arthur Thibodeaux. She graduated from Amarillo High School and received a Bachelor's Degree in Education from West Texas A & M University in Canyon, Texas.

She married Charles Bruce August 25, 1950 at Polk Street Methodist Church in Amarillo. Jeanne and Charles began their teaching careers in Goodnight, Texas. From there, they moved to Loco Hills, N.M. and on to Artesia where Jeanne taught over 25 years.

After retiring and moving to Las Vegas in 1995, she taught and substituted at the Meadow School until the last year of her life. She never lost her passion for teaching or learning, and was extremely proud that all of her daughters chose teaching as their profession. We will miss seeing her smile and hearing her play the music she so loved.

She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Charles of Las Vegas; daughters Melanie Masek and husband Mike of Flagstaff, Ariz., Shelly Kerr of Amarillo, Texas, and Melissa Wolfbrandt and husband Carl of Las Vegas; grandchildren Kacy Crosson, who is serving in Iraq with part of the 101st Airborne and wife Michelle of Forsythe, Ga., and Carly Wolfbrandt of Las Vegas; great-grandchildren Laney Crosson and Jayla Crosson of Forsyth; and brothers Arthur Thibodeaux, Jr. and wife Greta of Amarillo and Jake Thibodeaux of Seattle, Wash.

The family requests memorial contributions be made to the Meadows School, 8601 Scholar Lane, Las Vegas, NV 89128.
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The following are transcripts from the "Terpening & Son Mortuary" on 10/29/2005

C.E. Tucker
(February 16, 1937 - October 25, 2005)

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C.E. Tucker
Services are scheduled at 10:00 A.M. Friday, October 28, at Centre Ave. Baptist Church for C. E. “Arkie” Tucker, Artesia, New Mexico.

Mr. Tucker, 68, died Tuesday, October 25, 2005 at his home in Artesia.

Pastor Kenneth C. Heck will officiate at the services with burial at Woodbine Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Michael Shannon, Dennis Davis, Montie Hickey, Brandon Davis, Jonathan Shannon, Joshua Shannon. Honorary pallbearers will be Jarrod Davis, Ryan Hickey, Lonnie Archer, Charles Buxton, Buck Hamilton, H. W. Davis, Dan Harvey, Tony Croci and all friends.

Visitation will be at Terpening & Son Mortuary beginning at 10 a.m. Thursday.

Mr. Tucker was born February 16, 1937 in Fulton, Mississippi; the son of William C. Tucker and Ladell (Cassidy) Tucker.

On Dec. 14, 1957 he was married to Odessa Starr in Lovington, NM. He came to Artesia in 1956 from Trumann, Arkansas.

He was a Driller in the oil field where he retired after 45 years of service. He was a faithful member of Centre Ave. Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by his parents, four sisters and two brothers.

Survivors include his wife Odessa Tucker of the family home; daughters Diane Davis and husband Dennis of Artesia, Genia Hickey and husband Montie of Artesia, and Anita Shannon and husband Michael of Artesia; sisters Daisy Moore of Duck Hill, Miss., Edna Goff of Trumann, Arkansas, Martha Norris of Harrisburg, Arkansas, Elizabeth Price of Harrisburg, and Mattie Whitright of Stevensville, Michigan; grandchildren Brandon, Kimberly and Jarrod Davis, Jonathan and Joshua Shannon and Ryan Hickey all of Artesia; numerous nieces and nephews.
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The following are transcripts from the "Terpening & Son Mortuary" on 10/30/2005

Nicholas Leigh Richardson
(June 26, 1985 - October 29, 2005)

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Nicholas Leigh Richardson
Services are scheduled at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, November 2, at First Christian Church for Nicholas Leigh Richardson of Artesia, New Mexico.

Mr. Richardson, 20, died Saturday, October 29, 2005.

Rev. Gerry Lightwine will officiate at the services with burial at Woodbine Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jarrod Moreau, Jacob Richardson, Dakota Newton, Brian Shetterly, Seth Tidwell, Kenton Puckett, and Billy Seeley.

Visitation will be at Terpening & Son Mortuary Tuesday beginning at 2:00 P.M.

Mr. Richardson was born June 26, 1985 in Artesia, New Mexico; the son of Scott Richardson and Janet (Williams) Richardson.

He was a lifelong resident of Artesia.

He worked as a Lab Technician for Constructors Inc. and was a member of First Christian Church. He was a graduate of Artesia High School in 2003. He was a registered Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do, he loved music and played the piano and the guitar. He also was a student of New Mexico State University in Carlsbad.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents.

Survivors include his parents Scott and Janet Richardson of family home; brothers Jarrod Moreau of Artesia, N.M., and Jacob Richardson and wife Rainee of Mckinney, Texas; niece Ashlyn Richardson, and nephew Cade Richardson both of McKinney.

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