Deming Radio - OBITUARIES

Edward Alexander Lynch

1/21/2020

Edward Alexander Lynch, 46, a resident of Deming, NM entered eternal rest on Saturday, January 4, 2020 at University Medical Center in El Paso, TX.

Edward was born on June 28, 1973 in Deming to Jimmie Alfred Lynch and Melinda Ignacia Campos. He is survived by his mother; five sons, Edward Jr., Jesse, Arturo, Isaiah and Ethan; eight daughters, Crystal, Jessica, Amanda, Mary, Brianna, Aubrey and Analexi; two brothers, Mickey A. Campos and his companion Nicolette of Tucson, AZ and Jimmy A. Lynch and his wife Betty of Deming, NM; two sisters, Altagracia G. Peña and her husband Michael of Albuquerque, NM and Angelica Butz and her companion Jacob of AZ and numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be on Saturday, January 25, 2020 from 9-10am with the funeral service beginning at 10am at Terrazas Funeral Chapels. Concluding with an interment will be at Mountain View Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers are Fernando Arenibas, Andrew Arenibas, Rian Arenibas, Michael Peña, Jimmy Lynch and Jessie Lynch.

Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels “Trusted care for the ones you love” ~ 575-546-0070. To send your condolences, visit www.terrazasfuneralchapels.com

Valentin M. Bustamante

1/21/2020

Valentin M. Bustamante, 88, a resident of Deming, NM entered eternal rest on Thursday, January 16, 2020 at his residence. Valentin was born on April 1, 1931 to Concepcion Bustamante and Magdalena Martinez in Rodey, NM.

Leadership, Honesty and Hardworking are just a few words that describe Valentín. Born in Rodey, NM on Ash Wednesday, his parents and grandparents instilled qualities ranging from being hard working and responsible, to religion and politics. In 1947, he took a job with Southern Pacific Railroad in Deming, where he met the love of his life, Irene Milo. He was drafted in to the US Army, and returned from Korea in 1953. The two were married on January 24, 1954 at St. Ann Catholic Church and made their home in Deming, where they raised five children.

The two worked hard and made many sacrifices to give their children the opportunities they never had, plus “a little bit more”. Valentin worked with the NM State Highway Department from 1947 until his retirement in 1985. In 1983, he managed the District One maintenance shop, which was his dream job.

Over and above his employment with the highway department, Valentin was active in various organizations and movements, not only as a member, but also holding office. In 1970, he was instrumental, through collective bargaining, to get the highway workers their employee benefits, and organized and held office with the AFSCME (AFL-CIO) for six years. He was active with the Democratic Party, holding office for 15 years, and with the DAV. He also served two terms as a Luna County Commissioner at which he was successful in obtaining appropriations for Luna County infrastructure improvements, specifically State Highway 9.

His passions were his Faith, family, dancing and eating his wife’s homemade apple pies. Beginning as early as 1958, and for 30 years, he was a member and president of the St. Ann’s Men’s Club and CCD program. He was chairman for many years of the church BBQ, and a fourth degree member of local Knights of Columbus. He will be missed by many.

He is survived by his wife, Irene M. Bustamante; two sons, Andres M. Bustamante of Phoenix, AZ and Valentin M. Bustamante and his wife Lori of Gilbert, AZ; three daughters, Luisa Ana Bustamante of Santa Fe, NM; Patricia B. Alarcon and her husband Manuel of Chula Vista, CA and Veronica B. Mitchell and her husband Scott of Lakewood, CO; one brother, Lorenzo Bustamante and his wife Juanita of Las Cruces, NM; three sisters, Pricilla Jeremiah of Albuquerque, NM; Dominica Marquez and her husband Leonzo of Las Cruces, NM and Evangelina Casaus and her companion Gene of Albuquerque, NM; ten grandchildren and five great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by both of his parents; three brothers, Bonifacio Bustamante, Francisco Bustamante, Cesario Bustamante; one sister, Gloria Tarin and one great granddaughter, Xochitl Elena Viramontes.

Visitation will be on Thursday, January 23, 2020 from 5-6pm at St. Ann Catholic Church. Holy rosary will then begin at 6pm with Lucy Alvarado officiating. Funeral mass will be on Friday, January 24, 2020 at 10am at St. Ann Catholic Church with Father, Manuel Ibarra officiating. Concluding services with an interment will be at Mountain View Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers are Jaime Alarcon, Elias Alarcon, Alex Bustamante, Max Bustamante, Daniel Mitchell and Victor Holguin. Honorary pallbearers are Bobby Tarin, Steve Tarin, Cosme Alvarado, Tony Ruiz, Manuel “Colonel” Torres.

Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels "Trusted care for the ones you love" ~ 575-546-0070. To send your condolences visit, www.terrazasfuneralchapels.com

Carolina O. McDonald

1/20/2020

Carolina O. McDonald, 102, a resident of Lordsburg, NM entered eternal rest Friday, January 17, 2020 at her residence surrounded by her family.

She was born September 23, 1917 in Kelly, NM to Manuel and Victoria Marrufo Ozeta. Carolina worked as a nurse, caregiver, housekeeper and farmer.

She is survived by two sons, Angel McDonald and wife Ginger of El Paso, TX; John McDonald and wife Paulette of Glide, OR; five daughters, Susie De La Garza of McFarland, CA; Lucy Crowder of Magdalena, NM; Mary Villa and husband David of Lordsburg; Maggie Ramirez of Yucaipa, CA; Dorie McDonald and companion Sonny of Lordsburg; nineteen grandchildren; forty-three great grandchildren; thirty great great grandchildren; one great great granddog; numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, John T. McDonald, one brother, Cornelio Ozeta, three sisters, Antonio Tarango, Inez Vargas, and Belen Montoya; two grandsons, John Ramirez and Damien De La Garza.

Visitation will be Saturday, January 25th at 9:30am at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Lordsburg. The funeral mass will follow at 10:30am.

Concluding service and interment will follow at Mountainview Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Robert Gandara, Bo Martinez, Marcus Martinez Jr., Vincent McDonald, Cory McDonald, and Taran Rogers. Honorary pallbearers will be Ramon Mata, Sonny Romero, Jake Callaway, Jase McDonald, Derryn Martinez, and Gabriel Martinez.

Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels “Trusted care for the ones you love” ~ 575-537-0777. To send condolences, visit www.terrazasfuneralchapel.com.

Regan Joel Jimenez

1/20/2020

Regan Joel Jimenez, age 39 of Silver City NM, entered eternal rest on January 15, 2020.

He is survived by his parents Julio "Butter " and Evelyn Jimenez of Silver City, a daughter Madylin Jane Jimenez of Santa Clara, NM; a brother, Ivan Jimenez and wife Patty Jimenez from Safford AZ; two nephews, Devyn Jimenez and Noah Harzewski of Las Cruces, NM, his grandmother, Elia Jimenez of Santa Clara, NM, along with many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Regan was a natural athlete. He loved shooting hoops, playing baseball and especially enjoyed spending time with his nephew Devyn. His favorite teams were the Chicago Cubs and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He was a talented artist. He was known for making people laugh until they cried.

He especially enjoyed studying the Bible and was eager to share what he learned. He had a firm belief in the Bible teaching about the resurrection of the dead and living forever on a paradise earth.

Regan had a heart of gold and enjoyed spending time with family. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

There will be a Memorial service in his remembrance on Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at 6:00 pm. A viewing will be held at 5:00 pm. Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapel and Crematory “Trusted care for the ones you love” ~ 575-537-0777.

Lawrence “Larry” V. Salas

1/20/2020

Lawrence “Larry” V. Salas, 68, a resident of Bayard, NM entered eternal rest Thursday, January 16, 2020 at his residence surrounded by his family. He was born March 16, 1951 in Santa Rita, NM to Manuel M. and Juanita Valerio Salas. He proudly served his country with the U.S. Marine Corp. He is survived by his wife, Ramona Salas of Bayard; two sons, Larry Salas Jr., of Albuquerque; Isaac Salas of Albuquerque; two daughters, Yvonne Hernandez and husband Michael of Bayard; Lillian Salas and companion David Godoy of Carlsbad, NM; two step-daughters that he raised as his own, Elizabeth Cardenas and husband Israel of Las Cruces; Olga Castillo of Phoenix, AZ; fifteen grandchildren; two brothers, David Salas of San Antonio, TX; Robert “Bobby” Salas of Sierra Vista, AZ; one sister, Sally Salas of Albuquerque; sister in-law, Lucille Salas of Bayard; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Manuel “Manny” Salas. Visitation will be Monday, January 20th from 5-6pm at Terrazas Funeral Chapels with the holy rosary being recited by Deacon Richard Rodriguez to begin at 6pm. The funeral liturgy will be celebrated on Tuesday, January 21st at 9:30am at Our Lady of Fatima Church with Father Paulus Kao officiating. Concluding service and interment will follow at Fort Bayard National Cemetery with full military honors. Pallbearers will be James Salas, Rudy Valerio, Michael Hernandez, David Godoy, Abel Garcia, and Michael (Spike) Hernandez. Honorary pallbearers will be all his grandchildren, Paul Cabrera, Delia (hermana) Cabrera and their boys. Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels “Trusted care for the ones you love” ~ 575-537-0777. To send condolences, visit www.terrazasfuneralchapel.com

Arturo “Shorty” Almanza

1/16/2020

Arturo “Shorty” Almanza, 47, of Fountain, Colorado passed away Monday December 30, 2019.

In Fountain, Colorado a memorial service will be held Friday, January 17, 2020 at 5 PM at the Cross Creek Church. In Deming the memorial service will be held Monday January 20, 2020 at 2 o’clock in the afternoon at Baca’s Funeral Chapel. Inurnment will take place at Mountain View Cemetery.

“Shorty” was born December 10, 1972 to Frances Almanza in Deming. He was a kind man who always put his family first. The love he had for his wife, children and family cannot be put into words. A simple man who loved God and loved unconditionally who was always ready to give the shirt off his back to help his fellow man.

“Shorty” is survived by his loving wife, Jamie Almanza of the home; daughters, Abby, Ashley, Adriana and Aubrey Almanza; mother-in-law, Cheryl West; sisters, Laura Almanza, Lisa Almanza, Terry Padilla, Jenny Padilla and Dolores Almanza; brothers, Jesus Padilla, Phillip Almanza, Albert Almanza, Ray Gonzales, Steve Duran and Luis Almanza.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Frances Almanza Padilla; step-father, Aurelio Padilla Jr.; sister, MaryAnn Miller; brothers, David Almanza and Tani Gonzales; brother by love, David “Donut” Uzueta.

Entrusted to the care of Baca’s Funeral Chapels.

Viola Hinojosa Escobar

1/13/2020

Viola Hinojosa Escobar, 67, a resident of Santa Clara, NM entered eternal rest Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at Buckhorn.

She was born June 22, 1952 in Santa Rita, NM to Fidel and Mary Torres Hinojosa. Viola loved driving around the loop with David and spending time with her grandchildren, family and friends. You could see her supporting her grandchildren at all their sporting events and would always make sure they would have something to eat after they finished their game. She loved listening to oldies, telling stories about growing up in Santa Rita, cooking and taking care of her plants. She always was there to listen and to share words of wisdom to all who visited her. She loved the Lord and would tell everyone to keep their faith. She was always willing to lend a helping hand or pray for those in need. She always greeted you with a big smile and a hug. She was a great mom, mother-in-law, sister, and friend but her grandchildren and David where her shining light. She will be greatly missed but we know that she and David are together again.

She is survived by three sons, Michael Montoya and wife Sandra of Silver City; Steven Montoya and wife Nikki of Silver City; Robert Escobar of Las Cruces; two daughters, Debbie and Irene Escobar of Las Cruces; five grandchildren; (Daviana, Anthony, Gracie, Ashlee, Chloe); eight more grandchildren; one brother, Arthur Hinojosa and wife Jean of CA; one sister, Priscilla Portillo of Silver City; sister in-law, Susan Hinojosa; mother in-law, Jenny Escobar; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, David Escobar (2/19) a granddaughter, Angelica Montoya; one brother, Fidel Hinojosa Jr. brother in-law, John Portillo.

Visitation will be Wednesday, January 15th from 9-9:30am at Terrazas Funeral Chapels. The funeral service will follow at 9:30 with Chaplain Danny Castillo officiating.

Concluding service and interment will follow at Fort Bayard National Cemetery where she will be laid to rest with her husband. Pallbearers will be John Portillo Jr., Arthur Hinojosa Jr., Anthony Montoya, Louie Escobar, Mandy Escobar, and John Ortega.

Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels “Trusted care for the ones you love” ~ 575-537-0777.

To send condolences, visit www.terrazasfuneralchapel.com.

Lucia “Cookie” M. Norero

1/11/2020

Lucia “Cookie” M. Norero, 68, a resident of Arenas Valley, NM entered eternal rest Wednesday, January 8, 2020 in Buckhorn, NM.

She was born October 20, 1951 in Santa Rita to Jose and Elena Ortiz Mendoza. Cookie was loved by all and lived life to the absolute fullest, by her faith and knowledge of the Bible. She has always been an animal lover, her cat Precious was her baby; but most of all she was happiest when she was on a horse. She was an avid Los Angeles Dodgers, Lakers, and Rams fan. She has an amazing talent for planning beautiful parties and decorating; doing any other crafts; but most of all her quilting. Many were fortunate to have been gifted a quilt from her that was truly made with love in every stitch. Everything she did in life she did with her whole heart and amazing personality. She could light any room she walked in with her smile and laugh. She always had a story to tell, especially about her childhood growing up in Santa Rita. The way her fact lit up when she would talk about her Santa Rita days, with all her sisters, primos and friends that she loved so much was priceless. She was the best mom, sister, companion, friend; but most of all NANA. Her grandkids were her whole world, she would do anything for them, and would never miss a single thing. She made and imprint on everyone’s heart and will be truly missed. She is survived by one son, Eddie Joe Norero and wife Luisa of Arenas Valley; two daughters, Anita Norero and companion Tony Garcia of Arenas Valley; Crystal Arellano and husband Sam of Bayard; six grandchildren; Bianca Norero and companion Juan Carlos Peru, Edward “Tikey” Norero Jr., Haven Norero, Joshua Arellano, Bella Norero, and Samantha Arellano; her companion, Henry Sedillos; two sisters, Priscilla “Pia” Merino and husband Carlos of Bayard; Esther Mendoza of Bayard; numerous nieces and nephews, compadres and numerous godchildren; special cousin, Helen Galindo; special friends, Mary Lou Rios, Yolanda Valle and the late Viola Escobar. Last but not least her cat, Precious. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Eloy S. Norero Jr., (8/00); a sister, Ana Mendoza; mother in-law, Eva Norero; special cousin, Betty Alcorta.

A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, January 14 at 9am at Terrazas Funeral Chapels with Pastor Joseph Gros officiating.

Concluding service and inurnment will follow at Fort Bayard National Cemetery where she will be laid to rest with her husband.

Cremation will take place at Terrazas Crematory.

Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels and Crematory “Trusted care for the ones you love” ~ 575-537-0777. To send condolences, visit www.terrazasfuneralchapel.com.

Robert "Bob" Koch

1/11/2020

Robert "Bob" Koch, 89, a resident of Deming, NM entered eternal rest on Sunday, January 5, 2020 at his residence. Bob was born on January 6, 1931 in Elgin, Illinois to Irwin Koch and Marion Kern. Per his request cremation will take place at Terrazas Crematory. Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels & Crematory "Trusted care for the ones you love"~ 575-546-0070. To send your condolences, visit www.terrazasfuneralchapels.com

Soledad S. Rodriguez

1/10/2020

Soledad S. Rodriguez, 94, a resident of Santa Clara, NM entered eternal rest Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at Fort Bayard Medical Center. She was born April 10, 1925 in Fierro, NM to Ramon Salcido and Pauline Navarette Salcido.

She is survived by two sons, Raul Rodriguez and wife Socorro of Tucson, AZ; Albert “Satch” Rodriguez of Hurley; one daughter, Socorro “Sukie” Ramirez and husband Alan of Silver City; seven grandchildren, Michelle Martinez, Alan Ramirez, Alfonzo Rodriguez, Christy Rodriguez, Aurelio Rodriguez, Lisa Rodriguez, and Alejandro Rodriguez; seven great-grandchildren, Alycia Rodriguez, Layla Rodriguez, Nicholas Rodriguez, Adrian Martinez, Ashley Flores, Adam Escarcega, and Amy Rodriguez; one great great granddaughter, McKenzie Martinez; two sisters, Juanita and Teresa Salcido. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Alfonzo Rodriguez; her grandson, Adrian Rodriguez; daughter in-law, Virginia Rodriguez.

Visitation will be Monday, January 13th from 10:30-11am at Infant Jesus Shrine in Hurley, NM with the holy rosary being recited by Deacon Art Gutierrez to begin at 11am.

The funeral liturgy will follow at 11:30am with Father Casmir Anozie officiating. Concluding service and interment will follow at Fort Bayard National Cemetery where she will be laid to rest with her husband.

Pallbearers will be Alan Ramirez, Aurelio Rodriguez, Alejandro Rodriguez, Alfonzo Rodriguez, Adrian Martinez, and Adam Escarcega.

Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels “Trusted care for the ones you love” ~ 575-537-0777.