Obituaries
Obituary notices.
Nada Portillo, 89, of Silver City passed away August 15, 2019. Services are pending with Bright Funeral Home. “Traditional Services and Care for your family and friends;” 210 W. College Ave. Silver City, New Mexico Phone 575-388-1911. Remembrances can be made at www.hbrightfuneral.net
Lorena E. Jimenez, 49, a resident of Las Cruces, NM entered eternal rest Thursday, August 15, 2019 at Mesilla Valley Hospice in Las Cruces, NM. Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.
Mary E. Reynolds, 70, a resident of Deming, NM entered eternal rest Friday, August 9, 2019 at her residence. Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.
Rhonda Leona Richardson, 69, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Wednesday, August 14, 2019 at her residence. Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.
Steven P. Medford, 64, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Thursday, July 18, 2019 at Gila Regional Medical Center. He was born July 4, 1955 in Morenci, AZ to Ted Medford and Eileen Worsdale Medford. Mr. Medford was a 3rd Degree Mason and belonged to Lodge 22 in Glenrock, WY. He was a member in good standing. He is survived by two sons, Zachariah “Zach” Medford and Jacob “Jake” Medford; one daughter, Anessa Meadows and husband Jeremy; one grandson, Quenten Kovach; his stepmother, Waida Medford of Abilene, TX; one brother, Michael Medford and wife Vicki of Las Cruces; a nephew, Daniel and a niece, Mary.
Michael Kyle Maria-Guerra, 22, a resident of Tyrone, NM entered eternal rest Saturday, August 10, 2019 at Vado, NM. He was born August 14, 1996 in Silver City to Aaron Maria and Hortencia Guerra. Michael lived a free spirit filled life. His potential inspired many. His kindness and love defended all. His contagious laughter brightened the moment and lived to be the life of the party. He was always loved by many. Today you take a piece of our hearts. You’ll truly be missed and always remembered.
Daniel Bittle Sr., 64, a resident of Deming, NM entered eternal rest on Wednesday, August 14, 2019 at his residence. Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-546-0070.
Robert Dale LeMaster, 84, a resident of Deming, NM entered eternal rest on Wednesday, August 14, 2019 at his residence. Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-546-0070.
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