Deming Radio - OBITUARIES

Yolanda C. Flores

10/20/2020

Yolanda C. Flores, 66, a resident of Las Cruces, NM entered eternal rest on Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at her residence.

Yolanda was born on January 27, 1954 in Las Cruces, NM to Oralia Peña. She is survived by her loving husband of 42 years, Johnny T. Flores; one son, Estefano Diamante of Las Cruces, NM; two daughters, Eilen Moreno of Las Cruces, NM and Leah Flores and her husband Estevan of Las Cruces, NM; four sisters, Jeanie Johnson, Lily Marrujo, Gracie Peña and Peggy Astorga; six grandchildren, John Moreno, Evaleigh Galaz, Destiny Flores, Frankie Moreno, Savannah Flores and Bryan Summers; three great grandchildren, Chloe Moreno, Nataleah Gonzalez and Lucas Murillo; her special sister, Lydia Marrujo; special godchildren, Antoinette Jacquez and Raul Tellez and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her mother and two nieces, Sandra Johnson and Bobbie Joe Johnson.

Visitation will be on Friday, October 23, 2020 from 11-12pm. Holy rosary will then begin at 12pm with Sandra Guerrero officiating.

Funeral mass will then begin at 1pm at St Genevieve's Catholic Church with Father, Theophine Okafor officiating.

Cremation will then take place at Terrazas Crematory. Serving as pallbearers are Raul Tellez, Isaiah Tellez, Adam Marrujo, Andres Marrujo, Roger Gonzalez and Frankie Moreno.

Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapel & Crematory.

Murray H. Keeler

10/20/2020

Murray H. Keeler, of Animas, NM slipped his mortal bonds into Jesus’ arms on October 18th. Born to E. Hugh Keeler and Beth (Hall) Keeler, on August 8, 1947, Murray was a cow whisperer with ranches in both Animas and Hachita, NM.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Judy; six daughters, Shelly May (Scott), April Samples (Justin), Anna Werner (Justin), Brandie Reagan (Erik), Amanda Adame (Gilbert), and Cindy Keeler; 15 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren with another on the way.

Murray was born and raised in El Paso, TX where his father owned Keeler Electric Co. At an early age he went to work helping his father string electrical lines. His family moved to Deming, NM in the early 1960’s where they farmed near the Tres Hermanas Mountains.

Murray was a dedicated friend, father, and husband. One of his greatest joys was working to improve both his cattle herd and his ranches.

Graveside services will be held at the Hachita Cemetery on October 24th at 11:00 a.m. Pastor LeRoy Lacy will preside. A Celebration of Life and potluck will follow at the Hachita Community Center.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks donations be made to the Mayo Clinic at philanthropy.mayoclinic.org.

Entrusted to the care of Baca’s Funeral Chapels and Mimbres Crematory.

Bertha Chafino Segura

10/19/2020

Bertha Chafino Segura, 70, a resident of Deming, NM went to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 15, 2020 at Memorial Medical Center in Las Cruces.

Bertha was born on April 24, 1950 in Casas Grandes, Chihuahua, Mexico to Jose Chafino and Regina Vega. She married Arnold Segura on August 9th, 1969 in El Pueblo de Casas Grandes Chihuahua – one of the biggest weddings celebrated there. After being married they resided in Los Angeles for twenty years and had four children; Claudia V. Segura of Deming, NM; Alejandro M. Segura of Los Angeles, CA; Jaime A. Segura of Deming, NM; Gabriel F. Segura and his wife Crystal of Anaheim, CA and Lorena Chafino of Los Angeles, CA. They now have twelve grandchildren and have helped raise five of them. New Mexico became the new residence after 31 years in California. Bertha loved New Mexico since it is close to her birth town Casas Grandes and have a home there.

She will be truly missed by all of her family and friends. Visitation will be on Monday, October 19, 2020 from 12-12:30pm.

The holy rosary will then begin at 12:30pm with Carmen Terrazas officiating. Funeral service will then begin at 1pm with Father, Martin Okonkwo officiating.

All at Terrazas Funeral Chapel.

Concluding services with an interment will be at Mountain View cemetery.

Serving as pallbearers are Alex Segura, Jaime Segura, Gabriel Segura, Omar Chafino, Julian Zepeda, Angel Chafino. Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapel.

Lucy G. Ogas

10/15/2020

Lucy G. Ogas, 95, a resident of Sunset Vista Assisted Living, entered eternal rest Monday, October 12, 2020 at Gila Regional Medical Center. She was born March 18, 1925 in Tyrone, NM. Her parents were Elisa Acuna Carmignani and stepfather Albert Carmignani Sr. Lucy married Frank B. Ogas on February 7, 1945. Lucy worked very hard her entire life. She cared for her family deeply. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends and loved to talk.

She is survived by one daughter, Eva Dinsmore and companion Tom Nolan of Seal Beach, CA; three sons, Billy Ogas and wife Karen of Silver City; Frank Ogas Jr. and wife Mona of Morenci, AZ; Stephen Ogas and wife Teresa of Las Cruces, NM; ten grandchildren, John, William, Krisann, Stephen Mark, Christopher, Alyssia, Frank III, Daniel, David, and Mary Natalie; ten great-grandchildren; seven great-great grandchildren; three brothers, George, Albert, and Charles Carmignani of Albuquerque; three sisters, Dolores Vasquez of El Paso, TX; Camille Burgess and Mona Plummer of Albuquerque, NM. She is also survived by her wonderful caregivers of Sunset Vista. She was preceded in death by her husband and parents; one sister, Betty Holguin; son in-law, Chuck Dinsmore.

Prayer Vigil and Memorial service will be celebrated on Monday, October 19th at 10am at Terrazas Funeral Chapels with Deacon Richard Rodriguez officiating.

Concluding service and inurnment will follow with both Lucy and Frank to be laid to rest at Memory Lane cemetery.

Cremation will take place at Terrazas Crematory.

Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels and Crematory.

Robert “Bobby” O. Carrasco

10/15/2020

Robert “Bobby” O. Carrasco, 84, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Friday, October 9, 2020 at his residence surrounded by his family. He was born June 3, 1936 in Santa Rita, NM to Manuel Carrasco and Elisa Ontiveros Carrasco. Mr. Carrasco proudly served his country with the U. S. Air Force.

He is survived by five sons, Robert A. Carrasco Jr., Gilbert A. Carrasco and wife Debra, Felix Dean Carrasco, Dennis Ray Carrasco, and Eric James Carrasco and wife Emily; one daughter, Monica Marie Carrasco-Reyes and husband Ray; fifteen grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren; three brothers, David Carrasco and wife Trinidad; Manuel Carrasco Jr., Frankie Carrasco and wife Alicia; six sisters, Veva Flores, Alice Gonzales and husband Jiggs, Susana Wholey, Maria Elena Chavez, Margaret “Peggy” Carrasco, and Rachel Geddes and husband Kyle. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Sara Polanco Carrasco; two sons, Roger Carrasco and Kenneth Carrasco; one sister, Estella Kachele.

Visitation will be Monday, October 19th from 5-6pm at Terrazas Funeral Chapels with the holy rosary being recited by Father Martin Okonkwo to begin at 6pm. The funeral mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, October 20th at 9:30am at St. Francis Newman Center with Father Bartholomew Ezenwelem officiating.

Concluding service and interment will take place at Fort Bayard National cemetery with full military honors. Pallbearers will be Felix Dean Carrasco, Dennis Ray Carrasco, Eric James Carrasco, Jaxon Carrasco, Santiago Andrez Arredondo, and Nathan Elijah Carrasco.

Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels.

Victoria Elizabeth Lee

10/13/2020

Victoria Elizabeth Lee, 33 years old, a lifelong resident of Deming, New Mexico entered eternal rest on October 10, 2020.

Victoria was born in Las Cruces, New Mexico on February 04, 1987 to Mary Calvillo. Tori was a kind soul who loved her children more than anything in this world. She was a free spirit with a heart as big as her laugh, a jokester at heart that always put a smile on everyone’s face. Tori is survived by her mother Mary Calvillo of Deming, NM, one sister Christine Quarrell of Deming, NM, two brothers Jose Calvillo (Melissa) of El Paso, Tx, and Manuel Calvillo of Las Cruces, NM, four children Elyanna Lee, Ralph Hernandez, Angelina Hernandez, and Angel Hernandez, numerous nephews and nieces, as well as a beloved Aunt Robin Stanley and Uncle Roger Stanley.

Tori is preceded in death by paternal grandmother Mary Boles.

A celebration of Victoria’s life will take place: Saturday, October 17, 2020 at 100 East Peach, Deming, New Mexico 88030 at 4pm.

Always loved, never forgotten, and forever missed. Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapel & Crematory.

Sharon Ann Turner

10/13/2020

Sharon Ann Turner, 77 passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 20 at Mountain View Hospital in Las Cruces, NM. She was born in Elgin, TX on August 7, 1943 to Roy Creel and Katherine Gavorka. She graduated from Johnston High in Summit, MS.

She worked in Deming as a substitute teacher and moved on to become a property broker for Double S Realty for many years until she retired. Sharon was a loving mother, wife, sister and friend to all. She was always there to help anyone who needed her. She enjoyed crafting, watching the Raiders, listening to oldies and spending time with her grandchildren.

Sharon is survived by her children, Misty Larson; Mike Turner; Ray Turner and his wife Lori all of Deming; one brother, Freddie Creel of Louisiana; grandchildren, Alexis Romo and her husband Mike; Samantha Turner; Joshua and his wife Mikaela Tuner; Shelby Turner and Erin Turner; great granddaughter, Alyson Romo. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband Jack Turner; one brother, James Bowlin; her aunt, Lena Mae and her uncle, Jim.

She will be deeply missed by her family, friends and all who knew her.

A celebration of Life service will be held on Friday, October 16, 2020 at 10am at Terrazas Funeral Chapel with Elder, Leigh Saunders officiating.

Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapel & Crematory.

Thomas Robert Shelley

10/13/2020

Thomas Robert Shelley died October 10, 2020, at Haciendas at Grace Village care facility in Las Cruces, New Mexico, three days before his 85th birthday from the effects of dementia.

Tom was born October 13, 1935, in Silver City, New Mexico, to Edwin and Idah Grimes Shelley, Grant County pioneer families, and lived there for most of his life. Tom married the love of his life, Roberta Mrotzek, on March 30, 1956, in their hometown. They had seven children: Kenneth, Shelley, Fredrick, Thomas, Kevin, Devin, and Derwin.

At Cliff High School in Cliff, New Mexico Tom enjoyed sports, lettering in basketball and track. He was also active in Future Farmers of America (FFA) and was chapter president for three years. In 1953 Tom graduated valedictorian. He then attended New Mexico College of Agriculture & Mechanic Arts in Las Cruces, New Mexico graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Engineering.
Tom joined the Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) at college. He was commissioned Second Lieutenant officer in the US Army. Tom then served in the in the US Army then Army Reserve for 11 years. He finished his obligation as a captain.

Tom was employed 1965-1998, 33 years, at Chino Mines in Hurley, New Mexico as Field Repair Foreman, Senior Industrial Engineer, Plant Design Engineer, and Land & Water Resources Manager. He had a Professional Engineer Certification. In 1971 Tom earned a Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering at Iowa State University. He also operated a ranch along Mogollon Creek near Cliff, New Mexico.

Tom listed his hobbies as fishing, hunting, camping, hiking, basketball, track, softball, tennis, racquet ball, swimming, student pilot. He loved playing piano. Tom was a staunch supporter and member of the Boy Scouts of America (BSA). Tom and Roberta worked to ensure all their 6 sons achieved the rank of Eagle Scout! He served in various capacities culminating as District Chairman. Tom received the Silver Beaver Award from the Theodore Roosevelt Council.

Tom was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints since his baptism in 1955. Reflecting on his life he stated “Each year of my life since baptism has been filled with labors of love and attending joy.” Tom served in various capacities including Bishop and Stake Patriarch. He and Roberta also served as senior missionaries in Birmingham, England from 2000 to 2001.

He is survived by his loving wife Roberta Shelley of the family home; six sons, Ken Shelley and wife Valerie of Los Alamos, NM; Rick Shelley and wife Stacy of Tempe, AZ; Tom Shelley and wife Sandy of Silver City; Kevin Shelley of Park City, UT; Devin Shelley and wife Holly of Kaysville, UT; and youngest son, Derwin Shelley of East Brookfield, MA; one daughter, Shelley Wright and husband Tyler of Grants Pass, OR; twenty-five grandchildren; thirty-four great grandchildren; one sister, Judith Louise Barentine and husband Roy of Gila. He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, Ann Shelley.

Visitation will be Saturday, October 17th from 1-2pm at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- Day Saints Stake Center on Swan St. Silver City, NM with the funeral service to commence at
2pm with Bishop Neil McDonald officiating.

Concluding service and interment will be at Gila Cemetery with full military honors. Pallbearers are Ken, Rick, Tom, Kevin, Devin, Derwin, Severn, and Josh Shelley.

Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels.

Yolanda O. Aguilera

10/13/2020

Yolanda O. Aguilera, 73, a resident of Deming, NM went to be with the Lord on October 6th, 2020. We were truly blessed to have an amazing wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose love was genuine. Her Love and Kindness touched so many lives and will be missed by all. Mom set an example of how a Godly woman should live. Her ultimate goal was that one day her soul be with her Lord and Savior. It gives us great comfort to know mom is now with our Heavenly Father. Mom’s legacy now lives within us and our hope is that one day we too will be accepted into His Kingdom. Mom was a proud and dedicated member of New Life Apostolic Church, where she served many years as Dorcas President, Vacation Bible School teacher, Sunday School teacher and was also a member of the Women’s Auxiliary Board. She also worked as an election clerk for Luna County and DPS cafeteria for many years.

Yolanda is survived by her loving husband, Jesse Aguilera of the home; one daughter, Cindy Pacheco (Alfred) of Deming NM; two sons, Mark Aguilera (Alma) of Deming NM and Jesse Aguilera Jr. (Veronica) of Las Cruces NM. Seven grandchildren; Matthew Aguilera, Isaiah Aguilera, Gabrielle Pacheco, Mark Aguilera Jr., Elaina Aguilera, Nathaniel Aguilera and Valerie Pacheco. One great grandchild Lillyana Dove Aguilera. Two sisters, Lucy Palumbo (Nick) and Anita Chavez (Victor). Three brothers, Felix Salazar (Natalia), Conrad Salazar (Debra) and Guadalupe Salazar (Marcie). She was preceded in death by her parents Jose Hernandez and Eloisa Salazar and also her niece Angelica Salazar.

We would like to thank everyone for your kind words and heartfelt thoughts and prayers. May God Bless you! Due to the pandemic, services will be reserved for the immediate family only. Funeral service will be live streamed on New Life Apostolic Church Deming YouTube channel and Facebook page. The funeral service live stream will begin at 10am on Thursday, October 15th.

Serving as pallbearers are Mark Aguilera, Jesse Aguilera Jr., Matthew Aguilera, Isaiah Aguilera, Mark Aguilera Jr. and Nathaniel Aguilera.

Entrusted to the care of Baca’s Funeral Chapels and Mimbres Crematory.

Lewis Perry Vermillion

10/9/2020

Lewis Perry Vermillion, born July 9, 1933 in Lake Arthur, NM, loving husband, father, and grandfather, peacefully entered eternal rest on September 14, 2020 in Edina, MN. He was 87 years old.

Lewis was a proud and patriotic veteran who enlisted in the US Navy in 1952 and served in the Korean War aboard the USS Kenneth D. Bailey. He later served on the Amarillo, TX police and with the NM State Police from 1957-59 where he was stationed in Shiprock. In 1960 Lewis began a 37-year career at Rust Tractor serving over the years as a parts, sales, used equipment and rental division manager, retiring in 1997. Lewis had a quick smile and a friendly “How are you?” for everyone he met and was loved by all who knew him. He loved his life and his country; hearing the Star-Spangled Banner would often bring a tear to his eye. He is survived by his wife June, son James, stepsons Matthew and Chris, grandchildren Kyle, Trevor and Olive, sister Betty and brother Joe.

A Memorial Service will be celebrated on Friday, October 16th at 1pm at Terrazas Funeral Chapels. Concluding service and inurnment will follow at Fort Bayard National Cemetery with full military honors. Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels.