​Vernon Eugene Busboom, 84 of Deming, New Mexico passed away Sunday, August 27, 2017 at Gila Regional Medical Center in Silver City, New Mexico.
 
A graveside service will be held at 11 o’clock in the morning on Tuesday, September 5, 2017 at Woodlawn Cemetery in Clinton, Illinois.  Minister Dean Cripe will officiate.  Veteran honors will be accorded. 
 
Vernon was born June 18, 1933 in Champaign County a son of Rankin G. and Anna (Meier) Busboom.  Preceded in death by Rankin, Anna, and brothers, Marvin and Norman.  Surviving sons are Mark (Lisa) of Taylorville, IL, Brad (Ruth) of Stonington, IL and Richard (Ruth) of Taylorville, IL. Surviving brothers are Clarence (Marian) of Traverse City, MI, Leon (Ginger) of Hartland, WI. Surviving wife, Betsy of Deming, New Mexico.
 
Vernon attended Harston Grade School in Champaign County, Armstrong Township High School in Vernillian County and the University of Illinois earning a degree of Bachelor of Science in Agriculture. He worked full time for the Garwood Seed Company from 1960 to 1999.  He was named Golden Harvest Seeds district salesman of the year in 1986. Working as a part time dealer after retirement.  Vernon also enjoyed going to church and served as a Deacon and Elder in the Christian Church in various areas.
 
In lieu of flowers please make donations to: Little Galilee Christian Assembly, 7539 Little Galilee Rd., Clinton, Illinois 61727-9372 phone number (217) 732-4121. 
 
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JAMES McKINNY CLAY, 76, a longtime resident of Deming passed away Saturday August 26, 2017 at Mimbres Memorial Hospital.
A celebration of his life will be this Friday, September 1, 2017 at 10:30 in the morning at CitiLife Church with Pastor Cesar Chavez officiating.  Cremation has taken place at Baca’s Mimbres Crematory.

Jim was born March 19, 1941 in Olney, Texas to Howard James and Catherine Juanita Clay.  He entered the United States Air Force in 1959 and after his service to our country he resided and worked in Texas and Arizona working as a livestock hauler.  He came to Deming in the early 1970’s and being that he always had an interest in Law Enforcement he began his career and eventually served in all capacities with the Luna County Sheriff’s Office.  He worked with the Luna County Sheriff’s Office for 23 years in which during that time he was elected Sheriff and served 3 terms in that office.

He is survived by his wife Linda Clay, daughters Debra, Shawna, Melissa, and Catherine; son Jason; sisters Beverly, Nancy and Nedra; 10 grandchildren and 1 great granddaughter.

In lieu of flowers family requests that memorial contributions be made in Jim’s memory to Cancer Support of Deming And Luna County, P.O. Box 1746, Deming, NM 88031 or to your favorite charity.
  
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​Benigno Rodriguez Carrillo was called to go to work on the main line of Heavens railroad by the Lord on Sunday August 27, 2017.
 
Visitation will be Friday afternoon, September 1, 2017 from 3 to 5 at Baca’s Funeral Chapel. Rosary will follow that evening at St. Ann’s Catholic Church at 7o’clock.  Mass of the Christian Burial will be Saturday morning at10 o’clock at St. Ann’s Catholic Church.  Concluding services and interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery.  Father Manuel Ibarra will officiate.
 
Benigno or “Benny” as he was known by his fellow railroad workers was born on February 13, 1930 to Maria Rodriguez and Ventura Carrillo in San Bernardo, Durango, Mexico. At a young age, Benigno came to the United States and worked on farms around the Clint and Fabens area in Texas. There he met a young lady named Anita Bañales who would become his wife of over 60 years.
 
Benigno and Anita eventually moved to New Mexico where Benigno worked on several cattle ranches and farms until he went to work for Southern Pacific Railroad until his retirement.
He enjoyed gardening around the house and planting trees around the yard. He seemed to have a green thumb as everything he planted flourished. He also cherished spending time with his many grandkids and loved playing with his dogs. Benigno attended St. Ann’s Catholic Church and was also a member of the Knights of Columbus Council #4256.
 
Benigno is survived by his wife, Anita of the home; his sons, Armando Carrillo (Dora) of Deming, Genovevo Carrillo of Eagle Nest, New Mexico, Juan Carlos Carrillo (Tiffany) of Elko, Nevada and Antonio Carrillo of Deming; daughters, Irene Chavez (Victor Manuel) of Deming and Ana Maria Luera of Alamogordo, NM. He is also survived by several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
 
Benigno was preceded in death by his parents, children, Ascensión Carrillo, Benigno Carrillo Jr, and Elvira Carrillo Valenzuela.
 
Pallbearers will be Armando. Genovevo, Juan Carlos Carrillo, Donnie Daniels, Jacob and Austin Carrillo. Honorary pallbearers will be local councils of the Knights of Columbus.
 
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Jay Bryan Marcak, 53, a resident of Deming, NM entered eternal rest on Friday, July 28, 2017 at his residence.

Jay was born on July 31, 1963 in Deming, NM to James B. Marcak and Patsy J. Hobbs. Jay enjoyed doing ranch work and being a cowboy. He also liked going hunting and fishing.

He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Delia Marcak of Deming, NM; two sons, Justin Marcak of Bremerton, WA and Jason Bradley Marcak and his wife Nicole Sanchez of Las Cruces, NM; two sisters, Francine Brink and her husband Chad of Mesquite, TX and Cindy Marcak of Tucson, AZ and several nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by both of his parents.

​Cremation will take place at Terrazas Crematory. Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels & Crematory ​

Raymond Geis, 89, a resident of Deming, NM went to a blackjack table somewhere on Saturday, July 29, 2017 at his residence. Raymond was born on March 29, 1928 in Baltimore, Maryland to Walter Geis and Rose Barth.

He was a 1st class Machinist at B&O Railroad as an apprentice. He was then at Maryland Ship Building & Dry-dock for 32 years. After that he was at Crown Cork & Seal for 5 years and retired in 1990. He then moved from Maryland to Deming in 2007 which was a 2,300 mile move. He never lived more than 30 miles from the home he was born in.

He was a member of the Moose Lodge, American Legion and The International Order of Old Bastards. He loved traveling, going to casinos and racing horses and also, own several horses with friends years ago. He is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Beverley Geis; one son, Ray; three daughters, Carol, Judy and Debbie; eleven grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild; two sister-in-laws, Dorothy and Mada. He is preceded in death by both of his parents; one brother, Donald; one sister, Sandy and his first wife, Connie.

​Cremation will take place at Terrazas Crematory. Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels & Crematory

Raymundo A. Esquivias, 81, longtime Deming resident passed away Saturday July 29, 2017 at Memorial Medical Center in Las Cruces.
 
Visitation will be Friday August 4, 2017 at 9 o'clock in the morning at Saint Ann's Catholic Church with a rosary to follow at 10 o'clock led by Eddie & Guillermina Diaz.  Mass of the Christian Burial will begin at 11 o'clock in the morning  at Saint Ann's Catholic Church. Concluding services and interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery.  Father Manuel Ibarra will officiate.
 
Raymundo was born March 15, 1936 to Maria Alvillar and Enrique Esquivias in Palomas, Chihuahua, Mexico.  He married the love of his life, Esther A. Canaba on July 6, 1968 in Tipton, California.  He worked on the drilling rigs in the uranium exploration in Northern New Mexico during the 1960's and 1970's and moved to Deming in 1971.  Raymundo worked for Southern Pacific Railroad and retired after 30 years in 2001.  He was a member of Saint Ann's Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, St. Ann's Men's Club and Cursillistas. 
 
He enjoyed cutting hair, long walks, and daily visits to the Senior Center.  He also bartended at the Knights of Columbus.  He loved spending time with his grandchildren. 
 
Raymundo is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Esther of the home; son, Hugo C. Esquivias of Santa Fe; brother, Enrique Esquivias of Mesa, AZ;  sister, Maria Elena Montes and husband Salvador of Deming; 3 grandchildren, Belicia, Diego and Domingo Esquivias; 1 great-grandchild, Aria Kay Esquivias; many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
 
He was preceded in death by his parents, Enrique and Maria Esquivias, son, Raymundo C. Esquivias and sister, Elvira Hernandez.
 
Serving as pallbearers will be Diego Esquivias, Jesus Montes, Salvador "Chava" Montes, Johnny Herrera, Antonio and Tony Canaba.  Honorary pallbearers named are Belicia and Domingo Esquivias. 
 
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