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Jack W. Burk

5/28/2020

Jack W. Burk, 91, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Monday, May 25, 2020 at Fort Bayard Medical Center in Santa Clara, NM.

He was born June 18, 1928 in Anson, Texas to William E. Burk and Sally Emma Johnson. Jack a.k.a Poppy to all of his grandkids and great grand kids. He loved to spend time with them any chance he got. He spent a lot of time with his two grandkids Cody and Chelsea, picking them up from school every day, going to all of their sporting events.

He loved to play and coach softball. He coached several different softball teams all of which included his granddaughter Chelsea.

One of the best memories that his family has is going to feed Poppies horses. Everyone will tell you that was one of their best times with Poppy. Poppy also had a special little buddy Adoins “Cody” England. They spent a lot of time together. They had a special time when Adonis would spend the night. Poppy also liked to hunt and fish he loved the outdoors. Poppy would take his grandson Cody on special fishing trips he would pack a special lunch of bologna sandwiches. He also loved his animals. He had a variety of animals from horses, to ducks, to rabbits and of course all his dogs and cats. Poppy was a very giving man. He helped everyone he knew and would also give to different charities.

He is survived by his wife, Sally of Silver City; one daughter, Becky Cooper and husband Brad of Silver City, NM; one step-daughter, Diane Simons and husband Michael of Austin, TX; two step-sons, David Donaldson and wife Jennifer of Dallas, TX, and Thomas Donaldson of Deming, NM; two grandchildren, Cody and Chelsea Cooper; 4 great-grandchildren, Cody Jr., Zayden, Jackson, and June Cooper; nine step-grandchildren and six step-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Carolyn; his parents; one brother, Evert Burk; one sister, Eunice Weaver; one stepdaughter, Julie Romine; and one stepdaughter-in-law, Cindy Donaldson.

The funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 30, 2020 at 10am at Terrazas Funeral Chapels with Pastor Joseph Gros officiating.

Concluding service and interment will follow at Memory Lane Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Brad Cooper, Cody Cooper, Tony Sosa, Michael Simons, Craig Longwell, and Cody Cooper Jr. Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels.

Roland Shook

5/28/2020

Roland Shook went to heaven on May 27, 2020 after a battle with pulmonary fibrosis.

He is survived by his wife Betsy of almost 43 years, children Scott Shook, Thomas Shook, Dillon Shook (Chelsea Gottschalk), and Jennifer Cook (Gregg), sister Rebecca Weinberg (Frank), and brother Robert Shook (Sandy).

He was born on January 5, 1945 in Aurora, Colorado to Norris and Mary (Jackson) Shook. He valued learning and his long academic career included a bachelor’s degree from Colorado State University and a PhD from Arizona State University. He loved science and nature and taught in the natural sciences department at Central Washington University (1973-1978), University of Maryland (1978-1981), Iowa Wesleyan College (1981-1992) and Western New Mexico University (1992-2006). He was awarded Professor Emeritus at Western New Mexico University and remained active on the campus for the rest of his life. He was a gifted teacher and also taught Sunday school for over 30 years.

He was widely known for the bird research he did on the Gila River, and served as President of the SW New Mexico Audubon Society and the NM Ornithological Society at different times in his life. Roland was curious about the world around him and how it worked and had many hobbies and interests. He enjoyed traveling and exploring different areas of the world, spending time with his family, and had a wonderful sense of humor. He will be greatly missed.

Services will be private due to current restrictions. Cremation has taken place at Terrazas Crematory. Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels.

Darrin Dwayne Caldwell

5/26/2020

Darrin Dwayne Caldwell, 49, a resident of Deming, NM entered eternal rest Wednesday, May 20, 2020 at Gila Regional Medical Center.

He was born September 15, 1970 to Charles Caldwell and Gail Corns Caldwell. He is survived by his parents Larry “Joe” Clevenger and Gail Clevenger of Greenup, KY; his significant other, Sharon Castillo; two sons, Tanner Caldwell of Deming; Darrin Caldwell of Plainfield, IN; three daughters, Madison Caldwell of Portsmouth, OH; Halee Caldwell of Deming; Zymeonne Castillo of Santa Clara; one grandson, Jaxson Scarverry; three brothers, David Caldwell of Columbus, OH; Curt Clevenger and wife Renee of Groveport, OH; Michael Clevenger and wife Christa of Greenup, KY; three sisters, Jerri Rubio of Wurtland, KY; Amy Imel of Wurtland, KY; Kristen Clevenger of Greenup, KY; also numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, Bryan Caldwell. Visitation will be Thursday, May 28th from 4-6pm at Terrazas Funeral Chapels.

The funeral service will follow at 6pm with Pastor Charles Lord officiating.

Interment will take place at Wesley Corns Family cemetery in Greenup, KY.

Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels “Trusted care for the ones you love”.

Jalanda Jo Jacobs

5/26/2020

Jalanda Jo Jacobs, 36, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Saturday, May 23, 2020 at her residence. She was born April 22, 1984 in Austin, TX to Joseph Anthony Jacobs and Jalanda Harp Jacobs.

She spent much of her childhood fishing and camping in the Gila with her family. She had a close relationship with her parents and siblings. She enjoyed music, fashion, and spending time with her family. Jalanda was the most beautiful person inside and out.

Anyone who has met her, remembers her. She had a boisterous personality and could make anyone's day. She loved life and lived it to the fullest. She spent much of her time laughing, a laugh that will be truly missed. Being out in the forest in God’s creation is something she loved. Her daughters (J,K, & A) were her whole world and made her so proud. She would spend hours telling you about her girls, and her dogs. God and her family meant more to her than anything. To say that she will be missed is a gross understatement.

She is survived by her father, Joseph “Joe” A. Jacobs and her mother, Jalanda Jacobs Connors; Her companion, Valentine Chude; Her reason for living, her three daughters, Jadaa Jacobs of Silver City, Kaija Robbs of CA, and Ayanna Robbs of CA; Her siblings, who she had wonderful memories with; brother, Joseph Jacobs and wife Joann; two sisters, Tanya Jacobs and husband Rob of CA; Jasaia Johnson and husband Seth of Silver City; her nieces and nephews who she took so much pride in; nieces, Alyssa, Joanna, and Isabella; nephews, Clayton, Juwan, Jalen, Seth, and Tristan.
“In life we loved you dearly, in death we love you still. In our hearts you hold a place, no one else will ever fill”.

Visitation will be Friday, May 29th from 5-6pm at Terrazas Funeral Chapels with the funeral service to follow at 6pm with Pastors Clyde Woods and Clayton Johnson officiating.

COVID-19 restriction will allow only 25% of the Chapel capacity. Masks are to be worn.

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.

Polly Carol Tipton

5/26/2020

Polly Carol Tipton, 75, a resident of Glenwood, NM entered eternal rest Thursday, May 21, 2020 at her sisters’ residence.

he was born August 1, 1944 in Silver City, NM to Elsworth Tipton and Helen Neafus Tipton. She is survived by one daughter, Laurie Sheridan of Parker, Co; two grandchildren, Shae and Casey Hall; two sisters, Nancy Thomas of Silver City; Sally Modie of Kalispell, MT; two nieces, Lindy Poe and husband Johnny of Silver City; Nicole Modie of MT; two nephews, Mike Thomas of Silver City; Troy Modie of MT. She is preceded in death by her parents, her son, Theron Holland Burris.

A Memorial Service will be celebrated on Sunday, May 31, 2020 at 1pm at the Double T Homestead 93 Catwalk Rd. Glenwood, NM.

Cremation has taken 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.

Bruce Martin Medlin

5/26/2020

Bruce Martin Medlin, 75, longtime Deming resident entered eternal rest Friday May 22, 2020 at Mimbres Memorial Hospital.

Visitation will be Thursday May 28, 2020 from 10:30 to 1 PM at Baca’s Funeral Chapel. Due to the Covid-19 Pandemic it will be restricted to 25 people at a time. Funeral Service to follow at 2 o’clock. Concluding services and interment will take place at Mountain View Cemetery. Those attending are encouraged to remain in their vehicle for the safety of all. Pastor James Underwood, Director of Missions Southern Baptist Association of Las Cruces will officiate.

Bruce was born December 26, 1944 to Erlyn Dixon and Brian Rankin Medlin in Lubbock, Texas. He married Arline Jones on April 23, 1963 in Columbus, NM. They returned to Deming in 1994 and together raised their children. Bruce was the Pastor of the Windmill Cowboy Church for the last 8 years and was also a member of the American Fellowship Cowboy Churches. He loved to farm, loved the outdoors especially camping.

Bruce knew God through the Bible. His testament to the power of God to change a man has been witnessed by his family. God changed him from a man like any other to one who would fight the good fight, finish the course and keep the faith. His family was important to him. He loved all dearly. He worked with family on the Medlin Genealogy.

He is survived by his loving wife, Arline of the home; children, Arline Beth Baird and her husband John of Morristown, TN, Billy Dan Medlin and his wife Stephanie of Las Cruces and Rebekah Rae Windham and her husband Josh of Big Spring, TX; sister, Billie Kathrine Powell and her husband Ken of Lubbock, TX; 19 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren.

Preceded in death by his parents, Brian and Erlyn Medlin and brother, Clifford Kenneth Medlin.

Serving as pallbearers will be Orion Windham, Stephan Baird, Bruce Baird, Samuel Baird, Judah Baird and Kaleb Medlin.

His church family were very special and important in his daily prayer life. Friends are priceless and he appreciated all.

Entrusted to the care of Baca’s Funeral Chapels.

Guy E. Ozment

5/26/2020

Guy E. Ozment went home to be with his Savior on May 18, 2020. Guy was born in Dunlap, Texas, August 19, 1935 to Delbert Ross Ozment and Jewel Treece Ozment. On June 22, 1954 he married the love of his life and best friend Fran Lea and had three wonderful children. He served his apprenticeship as an electrician in Hurley in 1959 when they bought the Hurley Store and went into business. They continued in partnership until the stores were sold in 1975. He worked in construction as a journeyman electrician until late 1978 at which time, he went back to work for Kennecott until retirement in 1997.

Guy loved country western music and started the band, Rhythm Wranglers in early 1963. He played with Meredith Neal in later years and in 2000, he and Doris White started a country gospel band called Gloryland Band. The band is now named Jericho, current band members include Deanna Frost, Boyd Frost, John Frost, Laura Frost, Tanner Frost, Lane Frost, Kaci Joe Frost, Jeanne Humiston, , Suzy Snedeker, Lorraine Anglin, Bub Graham, Andy Anderson and Donnie Fell. The Gloryland Band and Jericho were blessed with many passed members of which he remembered often and fondly.

One of his greatest joys was spending time with family and teaching his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, how to fish and hunt. Guy loved the outdoors, camping, hunting and fishing every chance he got.

He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Fran Ozment, his three children, Bhrenda Lenderman and husband Larry, Deanna Frost and husband Boyd and Eddie Ozment. Grandchildren, Bobbie Lenderman, Travis Lenderman, Jason Frost and wife Rachel, Rusty Frost and wife Felicia, John Frost and wife Laura, Jori Frost, Chance Ozment and family, Crissy Seebeck and family, Cody Shifett and family, and Brandy Ozment and family. He was blessed with 20 great grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents, granddaughter Shari La’Shae and two great granddaughters.

The family would like to thank Grant County Regional Dispatch, Gila Regional EMS, Whiskey Creek Volunteer Fire Department, Grant County Sherriff Montana Madrid, OMI Mike Barragree and Terrazas Funeral Chapels for all their help and kindness at this time. As per Grandpa’s wishes there will be no services. At a later date, the family will hold a celebration of Guy’s life, all friends and family will be welcome. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Victory Assembly of God Church in Santa Clara. Cremation has taken place at Terrazas Crematory. Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels and Crematory “Trusted care for the ones you love” ~ 575-537-0777.

Patrick Joseph Carillo

5/26/2020

Patrick Joseph Carillo, 47, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Tuesday, May 19, 2020 at Buckhorn, NM.

He was born June 11, 1972 in Silver City, NM to Frank Acuna Carillo and the late Betty Rae Mohr Carillo.

He is survived by his father, Frank Carillo and wife Christine of Silver City; his fiancé, Leigh Ann Messengill of Riverside; three daughters, Courtney Carillo and her significant other Javie Gutierrez of Arenas Valley; Ashlyn Carillo of Silver City; Melissa Carillo of Silver City; four grandchildren, Avery, Ezekiel, Elijah and Hunter; one sister, Michelle Carillo and her significant other Eric Martinez; paternal grandmother, Lillie Carillo of Tucson, AZ; his niece, Valerie Flores and husband Ivan of Silver City; his nephew, Ethan Serna and girlfriend, Tenisha; great nephews, Dainian, Trustin, and Eli; also numerous uncles, aunts, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Betty Carillo; paternal grandfather, Joseph Carillo; maternal grandfather, Jimmy Mohr.

A memorial service will be celebrated Saturday, May 30th at 10am at Harvest Fellowship Assembly of God Church with Pastor Clyde Woods officiating.

Cremation will take place at Terrazas Crematory.

Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels and Crematory “Trusted care for the ones you love”.

Robert Conda Skinner, Jr.

5/26/2020

After a long battle with Parkinson's Disease, Robert Conda Skinner, Jr. danced back into Mom's arms on May 20, 2020. He was born on June 16, 1948, in El Paso, Texas, to Robert Conda Skinner, Sr. and Jessie Merle Gibson. He spent his early years in El Paso. When he was 18, his life changed forever when he met his future wife, Tommi.

They met at a De Molay/Rainbow back-to-school dance. Before they could marry, Dad would join the Navy and serve two years in Vietnam. He returned on September 1, 1969. Not wasting any time, he married his sweetheart four days later. He said of her, "She was the most beautiful thing I ever saw." He has missed her every day since her passing in December of 2012.After their marriage, Dad and Mom lived a few years in El Paso before Dad reenlisted, and they moved to San Diego. When he retired from the Navy, they moved back to El Paso, where both sets of their parents lived. During these years, they welcomed four children into their family. Dad worked hard his entire life as a truck driver, welder, mechanic, and welding instructor to make sure his family was taken care of. They were both so proud to see their children start their own lives by going to school, starting careers, getting married, and welcoming their children into the world. When Mom became so sick that she needed full-time care, Dad retired and took on the role of caring for her. Since September 6, 2018, Dad has been lovingly cared for by the staff at Sierra Healthcare Center in Truth or Consequences, New Mexico, and in recent days by Sierra Hospice. He was so happy there. Each member of the staff truly was to him, a friend. When we would visit and walk down the halls with him, everyone called him by name and would stop to visit with him. He seemed to be the most popular man around, so we started calling him the Prom King of Sierra Healthcare.

We will be forever grateful for the care he received from them. We couldn't have chosen a better place. Robert was preceded in death by his beloved wife Tommi Sue Skinner, his father Robert Conda Skinner, Sr., his mother Jessie Merle Gibson, his brother Max Leon Tomlinson, his son-in-law David Duane Layton, and his son Robert Conda Skinner III. He is survived by his daughters Becky Sensanbaugher (Scott) of Cedar Hills, UT, Cathy Layton of Scottsdale, AZ, and Jess Skinner (Michael Harry) of Lawrence, KS. He is also survived by his daughter-in- law Elizabeth Skinner of Reno, NV. Pampa adored each of his grandchildren and loved them more than they know. They are Brendan Crandell (Reno, NV), Joseph Sensanbaugher (Cedar Hills, UT), Samuel Layton (Deming, NM), Noelle Layton (Scottsdale, AZ), Natalie Layton (Scottsdale, AZ), Sarah Layton (Scottsdale, AZ), Nathan Layton (Scottsdale, AZ), Robert Skinner IV (Reno, NV), and James Skinner (Reno, NV). He is also survived by his brother Ronald Dean Tomlinson of Milburn, OK.

Dad's burial will be at Ft. Bayard National Cemetery on Friday, May 29, 2020. Because of strict Covid-19 restrictions at Ft. Bayard, no funeral services will be held.

In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Sierra Healthcare Center or Sierra Hospice, sierrahealthcare.com, in Robert's name.

Arrangements are being provided by Terrazas Funeral Chapel “trusted care for the ones you love”

Brian Alexander Arciero

5/26/2020

Brian Alexander Arciero, 39, a resident of Deming, NM entered eternal rest on Friday, May 22, 2020 at UMC of El Paso.

Brian was born on August 2, 1980 to Alejandro Joel Arciero and Vila Jean Hughey in Socorro, NM. He is survived by his brother, Kyle Arciero of Deming, NM; two uncles, Fred Beecher and Van Arciero; three aunts, Peggy Beecher, Delma Brewer and Hope Arciero; grandmother, Juanita Thompson and numerous cousins. He graduated from Las Cruces High School in 1998 and was involved in Boy Scouts and Police Explorers Program.

During his life Brian had different jobs: He worked at WNMU Police Department as a building security officer, Stream; call center operator and at the Ecolodge as a Motel Desk Clerk in Silver City. In Deming he worked at Movie Gallery as a store clerk, dishwasher at McDonalds and helped at the carnival rides at the Great American Duck races.

Brian enjoyed drawing, playing video games and going to the movies. He strived to have fun and enjoy life. He was very thoughtful and kindhearted towards others. He will be truly missed by all of his family and friends.

Visitation will be on Thursday, May 28, 2020 from 5-6pm at Terrazas Funeral Chapels with the evening service beginning at 6pm with Bishop, Trevor Williams officiating.

Graveside service will then be held on Friday, May 29, 2020 at 11:30am at the Reserve Cemetery in Reserve, NM.

Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels “Trusted care for the ones you love”.