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Donald “Don” L. Jensen

9/30/2021

Donald “Don” L. Jensen, 64, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Friday, September 24, 2021 at his residence.

He was born April 15, 1957 in Newport Beach, CA to Donald Jensen Sr. and Mary Jane Reagan.
Don Jensen was born the fifth of six children and grew up in Arizona working in the family motel business. After graduating from Ajo High School he spent two years working at his dad’s welding shop in Hawaii. Don returned to Ajo and worked as a ball mill operator for Phelps Dodge for six years. Don fell in love with Maggie, and they married in 1983. In 1984 Don moved to Tucson and started college. He graduated from the University of Arizona in 1989 with a degree in Material Science Engineering with an emphasis in metallurgy. Don worked in mills in Nevada, Arizona and New Mexico and he was pleased to retire after thirty-two years. He was pure to the process and always a hard rock miner! Don will always be remembered for his sense of humor especially when he was teaching someone something new. He loved his motorcycles, loud music and telling stories. He was a family man and was proud to watch his children Donald, DeeAnn and Sarah grow up and make good choices. Don will be missed by many.

He is survived by his wife, Margaret “Maggie” Jensen of Morenci, AZ; one son, Donald Jensen III and wife Selena of Morenci, AZ; two daughters, Dee Ann Jensen and companion Damian Guck of Morenci; Sarah Jensen and fiancé Paul Montoya of Morenci, AZ; two grandchildren, Donald “Llewie” Jensen IV, and Suzette Rose Jensen; one brother, Mardi Dauphine and wife Diane of Poway, CA; two sisters, Mary Dauphine of CA., and Janet Rodriguez and husband Manuel of Ahwatukee, AZ; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Regan and Richard Dauphine.

Visitation will be Friday, October 1st from 5-6pm at Terrazas Funeral Chapels with the prayer vigil/holy rosary being recited by Dr. Gilbert Arizaga to commence at 6pm.

The funeral mass will be celebrated on Saturday, October 2nd at 10am at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church with Father Oliver Obele officiating. Concluding service and interment will follow at Memory Lane cemetery.

Pallbearers are Donald Jensen III, Paul Montoya, Damian Guck, Rod Rodriguez, Tomas Rodriguez, Jarret Yargus, Bill Leckliter, and Brian Garrity.

Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels.

Katelynn “Katie” Neal Munsell

9/28/2021

Katelynn “Katie” Neal Munsell gained her heavenly angel wings on Friday September 10, 2021 in Cliff, NM. Katie was welcomed to this world on September 23, 1999 to Gerrad Munsell and Jackie Kartchner in Medford, Oregon.
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With an infectious smile and contagious laughter Katie came into this world at a high rate of speed and never slowed down; leaving a larger than life impression on every person she met with her deep brown eyes and bright smile. Katie was a “little” and younger sister to her big brother’s Andrew, Tyler, and TJ, growing up under their watch added a level of grit and tenacity to this feisty little human. Katie was a natural athlete and anything boys could do, she could do better. From dirt bikes to snowboarding to every school sport, Katie was an excellent team mate, athlete and leader. Embracing her competitive spirit and agriculture heritage, Katie enjoyed 4-H, raising show hogs and competing locally and at the Jackson County fair. Living with her dad Gerrad and her stepmom Christine, Katie graduated from high school in her birth state of Oregon as a Butte Falls Logger. With a gypsy spirit and having never met a stranger it’s no surprise that Katie had big plans for travel, education and multiple career paths. Never letting the grass grow under her feet she moved from place to place satisfying her adventurous spirit, learning something new daily and making new friends. Her journeys took her from a small town in Oregon, to Clackamas Community college in Portland...dashing across the US to the Panhandle of Oklahoma to attend OPHSU. Following her servant heart, Katie’s dream was to be a pediatric nurse. With strong family ties in both Oregon and New Mexico, COVID gave Katie a beautiful opportunity to spend an extended amount of time with her mom Jackie and step dad, Clint Kartchner, at the Karchner’s Y-6 ranch in Mule Creek, NM. She spent her days homing her cowgirl, welder and equipment operator skills; a beautiful steward of the land, all while taking online courses to fulfill her nursing dream.

Her worldly and heavenly family are so deep and broad, to acknowledge all of the aunts, uncles, cousins...and extended family would fill volumes.

Katie’s immediate family-
Mother and stepdad- Jackie Kartchner of Phoenix, AZ. and Clint Kartchner of Mule Creek, NM. Dad and stepmom- Gerrard and Christine Munsell of Eagle Point, OR, Brothers- Tyler Munsell, Prospect, OR. Andrew Van Wey of Shady Cove, OR, TJ Tacchini of Medford, Or. Clancy Kartchner of Cliff, NM.
Grandparents- Butch Wallace of Cliff, NM. Wes and Judy Haviland of Shady Cove, OR. Glenn and Grace Munsell of Ashland, OR. Judy Sanderson and (preceded in death) her grandpa Paul Sanderson Sr. of White City, OR. Sharon Kartchner and (preceded in death) her grandpa Del Roy Kartchner of Mule Creek, NM.

Cremation has taken place at Terrazas Crematory. No service will be held at this time. Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels and Crematory.

Manuel Lujan "Tito" Lucero

9/21/2021

MANUEL LUJAN “TITO” LUCERO, 82, resident of Deming passed away Friday September 17, 2021 at Mimbres Memorial Nursing Home.

Visitation will be Wednesday September 22, 2021 at Baca’s Funeral Chapel beginning at 10 o’clock in the morning until 2:30 that afternoon. A graveside service will follow at 3 o’clock at Mt. View Cemetery with Pastor Cesar Chavez of CitiLife Church officiating.

Manuel was born July 27, 1939 in Deming to Margarito and Corina Lucero. He lived in Deming for some time and later returned in 1998 from City of Commerce, California where he had been residing and was a Shipping Supervisor until his retirement. Manuel also had been involved in baseball and enjoyed coaching and playing. He also enjoyed fishing and is fondly remembered as being a talented musician playing his guitar and singing.

He is survived by his children, Manuel Lucero (Rosemarie), and Anthony Lucero of Deming, Richard Lucero of Silver City and Ana Lucero of Deming; sisters Amelia Uzueta and Teresa Lopez of Deming, Linda Nevarez of Denver, Colorado; 11 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Otilia Lucero, son Arthur Lucero and grandson Christopher Aparicio.

Pallbearers will be Robert Lopez, Manuel Lucero III, Joel Perez, Frank Madrid, Marco Rodriguez, and Adam McGranahan.

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

David May

9/17/2021

David May, 79, a resident of Lordsburg, NM entered eternal rest Thursday, September 9, 2021 at Memorial Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM. He was born August 5, 1942 in Spencer, Indiana to Myron May and Oneita Timmons. Mr. May proudly served his country with the U.S. Army.

He is survived by his wife, Lucy May of the family home; his mother, Oneita May; four sons, David May Jr. of Carlsbad; Scott May and wife Shelly of Las Cruces; Michael May of Las Cruces; Justin May of Lordsburg; four daughters, Carrie Strain and husband Ben of Lordsburg; Frances De La Garza and husband Arthur of Las Cruces; Serena Brito and husband Enrique of Lordsburg; Mariah May; twenty three grandchildren; twelve great grandchildren; two brothers, Myron Lee May and husband Maureen of FL; Roger May of Indianapolis, IN; two sisters, Diana Lovern and husband Larry of Indianapolis, IN; Sheila Valainis and husband Tony of Indianapolis, IN. He was preceded in death by his father.

Visitation will be Wednesday, September 22nd from 9-10am at First Baptist Church in Lordsburg, NM; Funeral Service will follow at 10am with Pastor Caleb Cooper officiating. Concluding service and interment will take place at Shakespeare cemetery.

Pallbearers are Arthur De Legarda, Ben Strain, Enrique Brito, Justin May, Thomas Geaney, Efren Romero, Scott May, and David May Jr.

Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels.

Glenn Henderson

9/14/2021

Glenn Henderson, 62, passed suddenly in Silver City. NM in the company of dear friends.  Prior to residing in Silver City for a number of years, Glenn previously lived in the Hatboro, PA and Hillsborough, NC areas.  Growing up in Hatboro, he graduated from Upper Moreland SHS, eventually attending Delaware Valley College with a major in biology.  After graduating, he moved to Raleigh/Durham, NC area and was employed by Becton Dickenson and Revlon for many years.  Eventually Glenn relocated to his beloved Silver City.     Most recently he worked at the Western New Mexico University bookstore before his recent retirement and loved pet sitting.   Glenn also practiced and taught Qigong and Tai Chi, leading classes at Lotus Center. 

Glenn had many eclectic interests.  He was a seeker of truth, spiritual rather than religious, with Eastern and Native American spirituality permeating his life.  An avid reader, he loved many genres of music, played guitar, and drew enormous enjoyment from hiking and being present in Nature.  He also was a lover of all animals.  As a youth. he played ice hockey and even coached a youth ice hockey team in North Carolina.  Glenn also was engaged at different times in his life in community volunteering, having once helmed a small non-profit dedicated to preserving open spaces in his neighborhood in NC.  He also worked at a non-profit theater in Silver City and volunteered in efforts to preserve the Gila wilderness area.

Glenn is survived by his loving and bereaved sister Judy Henderson (spouse Peter Stadelmeier) , with his parents Donald and Elizabeth Henderson predeceasing him.  In addition, Glenn was beloved by the Stadelmeier family to include Michael (Carolyn) Theresa Tresco (Frank,) Janet (Rob,) and close caring friends Becky Glenn. Kathy Alberter, Elise Stuart and many many others too numerous to name.   

A memorial service is being planned with details to be announced soon. Cremation will take place at Terrazas Crematory. Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels and Crematory.

Gerald Ralph DeVaney

9/14/2021

Gerald Ralph DeVaney was born September 1, 1952, in Paintsville, Kentucky and entered eternal paradise at Mountain View Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM on Wednesday, September 8, 2021.

He retired from the New Mexico State Highway and Transportation Department as a Maintenance Supervisor III after 28 years and retired from his second career with Tresco, Inc. as an Administrative Assistant after 12 years of service.

He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Vivian Rayetta (Harrison) DeVaney of Deming; four daughters, Cassandra (Carl) Sanner and children Jordan (Ari), Cheyanne (Edward) Ciarra (Andy), Trey (Megan) and Chase; Cherish (Rob) Sweetser and children Robbie and Rebecca; Crystal (Daniel) Gonzales and children Serenity and DJ and Carissa (Daniel) Teeter and children Matthew, Julieann, Caiden, Jacob and Jasper; two great-grandchildren Andres and Aurora; brother, Jim (Rose) of Amarillo, TX, sister, Edith Campbell of Las Cruces, NM and sister-in-law's, Louise DeVaney of Mesa, AZ and Joyce DeVaney of Fort Collins, CO, as well as numerous beloved nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Glendell and Bernadine (Fawcett) DeVaney; brothers, Glendell Joe, David and John DeVaney and brother-in-law, Chris Campbell.

Ralph was as kind as he was strong and will be dearly missed. Celebration in his Honor will be held at a later date.

Cremation entrusted to the care of Baca’s Funeral Chapels.

Entrusted to the care of Baca’s Funeral Chapels.

Geraldine J. Quintana

9/13/2021

Geraldine J. Quintana, 73, a resident of Silver City, New Mexico entered eternal rest on Thursday, September 2, 2021.

She was born on Tuesday, December 16, 1947, in Silver City, New Mexico to Fred M. Greenwood and Stella I. Cothrun both of whom have preceded her in death. She was married to Mario Quintana from 1966-1992. Geraldine was a long-time employee of Albertsons, having worked at the grocery company in the bakery until her retirement.

A devoted mother, Geraldine poured her heart into raising her family. To her, being a mom meant family first and she committed her life to taking care of family. She was extremely proud of her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, and in return, they loved and admired their Nana for all the love that she gave.

Geraldine was a very caring and loving person, always putting the needs and well-being of others before her own. She was truly a mom to everyone offering help to anyone who needed it. She carried herself with such strength and honor never passing judgment on others.

As an animal lover, Geraldine was a faithful supporter of the local animal shelters. She also loved to cook, plant flowers in her yard and listen to Elvis Presley. She took pleasure in the simple things enjoying her Coke, popcorn, glazed donuts, and sweet tea, and who could forget her red toenail polish.

Geraldine is survived by her four children; her son, Wayne Quintana and wife Rachel of Safford, AZ; her three daughters, Tammy Grado and husband Gilbert Jr. of The Woodlands, TX; Tiffany Kuester and husband Derek of Silver City; Tonya Quintana and companion Gabe Jacquez of Silver City. She was preceded in death by her brother, Bobby Williams. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

A Funeral Service will be celebrated on Thursday, September 16th at 10am at Terrazas Funeral Chapels with Pastor Joseph Gros officiating. Concluding service and interment will take place at Memory Lane cemetery. Pallbearers: Derek Kuester, Josh Kuester, Scott Kuester, Gilbert Grado, Johnny Bynum, Jason Quintana. In lieu of flowers, family requests donations be made to any animal shelter of your chose.

Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels.

Suzan Samuelson

9/13/2021

Suzan Samuelson, 70, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Thursday, September 9, 2021 at Gila Regional Medical Center. She was born December 14, 1950 in Chicago, Illinois to Thomas Maschke and Diane Holmes. Suzan loved living in New Mexico with its lightening before a storm. She enjoyed watching the stars.

She is survived by her husband of 20 years Keith Samuelson of the family home; her daughter, Leah Ross and her husband Jason of Salem, OR; four grandchildren, Brian Martin, Cheyenne Ross, Thomas Ross and Anthony Keane; one great grandchild, Kyron Martin; two brothers, Kevin Maschke and wife Kristie of Hollister, MO; Oscar Maschke and wife Debbie of Chicago, Illinois; her brother in-law, James Moroney of Chicago, Illinois; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, Dee Dee Moroney and Sarah Connor.

No service will be held as per her wishes.

Cremation will take place at Terrazas Crematory.

Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels and Crematory.

Carol Baumgartner

9/10/2021

Carol Baumgartner was born in Dassel, MN on January 20, 1942 to Doreen Anderson and Carlyle (Ole) Olson. She and her husband Tom, loved the Silver City area and decided before they were married in 1972 that this is where they wanted to live. This became a reality in 1990. Carol started in Real Estate sales, earned her Brokers license and was president of Silver City Regional Association of Real Estate. She was one of the first presidents of the Multiple Listing Board, served as president of what is now known as the Silver City Regional Association of Realtors, and served on several New Mexico State Association of Realtors committees. She also served on the Grant County 5-year Comprehensive Plan, the Extra territorial Jurisdiction Committee on the Grant County Subdivision Review Committee. Carol obtained her broker’s license in 1999 and joined Smith Real Estate & Property Management the same year. She earned a Graduate of Realtors Institute (GRI) designation in 2003.

She loved meeting people and helping find them the right home. She loved all animals and showed her dogs for many years. She took classes in photography in the past and at one time intended photography to be her vocation.

She is survived by her husband, Tom of the family home; her sister, Karen Thomas and sister in-law, Jean Olson and seven nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held Friday, September 17th at 4pm at Terrazas Funeral Chapels with Harold Bray officiating.

In lieu of flowers family requests donations be made to the High Desert Humane Society. Cremation has taken place at Terrazas Crematory.

Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels and Crematory.

Albert Ludlow Stephens Sr.

9/10/2021

Albert Ludlow Stephens Sr., 81, a resident of Carlsbad, NM entered eternal rest Friday, September 3, 2021 at NM State Veteran’s Home in Truth or Consequences, NM. He was born January 11, 1940 in Atoka, OK to Paul H. Stephens and Goldie M. Barris.

Albert was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He was inducted into the UA Local 412 Plumbers and Pipe Fitters Union on January 9, 1959 where he continued to serve for 62 years up to his passing. He then joined the United States Air Force in January 1962 and became a Jet Aircraft Mechanic specialist; he served 4 years active duty and 2 years reserves. After returning from the Air Force he met his love Sharon Estes in Silver City at the Bowling Alley; they were married on May 31, 1969. They later made a home in Farmington, NM where he continued to work for the Pipe Fitters union. Albert retired in 1997 due to medical issues that kept him from continuing to work. Albert enjoyed bowling and participated in several bowling leagues throughout the years. Albert had a love of classic cars and could tell you what car was at first glance. His favorite sports were football and baseball, the Green Bay Packers was his team; but he enjoyed rooting for anyone that played against the Dallas Cowboys. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and passed that love on to his kids and grandkids. In his later years he enjoyed the time spent with his grandkids, enjoyed playing card games and dominos with the family. He will be greatly missed by his family.

Visitation will be Friday, September 17th from 11:30-12:30pm at Terrazas Funeral Chapels with the funeral service to commence at 12:30pm with Reverend Kenneth Smith officiating. Concluding service interment will follow at Fort Bayard National Cemetery with full military honors. Pallbearers are Dakota Barrow, Nick Parker, Austin Stephens, Rhett Stephens, Joseph Villagran, Rowdy Davis, Clint Barris, and Jose Villagran. Honorary Pallbearers are Camille Parker, Kendra Stephens, Brandin Keith, Harley Stephens, Steven Rennie, Austin Rennie, Brittani Villagran, Sabrina Page and Shannon Page.

In lieu of flowers, family requests donations be made to the Alzheimer’s Research or the NM State Veteran’s Home in his name.

Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels .