Obituaries
Obituary notices.
Richard M. Sifuentes, 81, a resident of Silver City, NM
- Category: Obituaries Obituaries
- Published: 23 October 2023 23 October 2023
Richard M. Sifuentes, age 81, a lifelong resident of Silver City, passed away peacefully on 10/17/2023 surrounded by his loved ones, at Del Sol Medical Center. Richard was born to Petronila and Jose Sifuentes on February 7, 1942 in Silver City, NM.
Richard retired from the Town of Silver City after 25 years. He enjoyed spending time with his grandkids. He never refused a cold one when offered, especially when talking about the good old days with neighbors and friends. He loved to hunt and fish, and in his spare time you could find him on the couch watching a good old western. He will be dearly missed by all those who knew and loved him.
Richard is survived by his wife, Reina, of 44 years, two daughters Dina Sifuentes and Carol Sifuentes, both of Silver City, two stepsons, that he loved as his own, Alfred (tati) Saiz of Colorado Springs, CO and Louie Hernandez of Silver City, three grandchildren, Seraya (Alex) Fletcher, Bruce Granillo and Miranda Duran, and two great grandchildren, Zaeden and Caydyn. He is also survived by his sister Rosa and brother Manuel. Richard was preceded in death by his parents, one son Richard Sifuentes Jr. and two brothers, Ysidro and Joe.
Gloria Faunda, 81, a resident of Alameda, CA
- Category: Obituaries Obituaries
- Published: 23 October 2023 23 October 2023
Gloria Faunda, 81, passed away peacefully at her daughter's home in Alameda, CA on September 26, 2023, with her children at her side. Gloria was the beloved daughter of the late Marcos and Isabel Gomez. She was a cherished sister to the late Frances Almaguer, Emilio Gomez, Lucy Navarro, and Bobby Gomez. She is survived by her siblings Ernesto Gomez, Crusita Miranda, Bertha Garcia, Dolores Navarro, and Esther Rodriguez.
Gloria was a devoted mother and is survived by her loving children, Ruben Torres and his wife Denise of Avondale AZ; Teresa McLaren and her husband Michael of Alameda, CA; Deana Karch and her husband Kenneth of Bend, OR.
Gloria, known to all her grandkids and their friends as “Nana,” was a doting grandmother to Colin, Calum, Gavin, Zack, Connor, and Eva. She was also blessed with many nieces and nephews. “Nana” was also beloved by many of her children’s friends.
Johnny Gonzales, 77, a resident of Hurley, NM - pending
- Category: Obituaries Obituaries
- Published: 23 October 2023 23 October 2023
Johnny Gonzales, 77, a Marines Veteran and resident of Hurley, NM, entered eternal rest Saturday, October 21, 2023 at the Tucson VA Medical Center in Tucson, AZ. Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.
Ray Murillo, 79, a former resident of Phoenix, AZ - pending
- Category: Obituaries Obituaries
- Published: 23 October 2023 23 October 2023
Ray Murillo, 79, a former resident of Silver City, NM, now of Phoenix, AZ, entered eternal rest Monday, October 23, 2023 at his home. Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.
Susie Terrazas, 59, a resident of Bayard, NM - pending
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- Published: 23 October 2023 23 October 2023
Susie Terrazas, 59, a resident of Bayard, NM, entered eternal rest Sunday, October 22, 2023 at her home surrounded by family and loved ones. Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.
James S. Cranford, 82, a resident of Silver City, NM
- Category: Obituaries Obituaries
- Published: 23 October 2023 23 October 2023
James S. Cranford, 82, of Silver City passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, October 22, 2023. Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels.
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Sherrill Joyce Davis, 71, a resident of Deming, NM
- Category: Obituaries Obituaries
- Published: 21 October 2023 21 October 2023
Sherrill Joyce Davis, 71, Deming resident was born January 21st, 1952 in Friend, Nebraska. She passed away Saturday, October 14th, 2023 in the comfort of her home.
Sherrill attended school at Milligan public schools in Nebraska, and graduated from the University of Nebraska with a public teaching degree. She worked in management with Carol Wright for many years before co-founding Carpets Direct Floor Covering Store with her husband in Lincoln, Nebraska. She found peace and enjoyment in nature, hiking, GARDENING, family, chocolate, and coffee amongst other things. She moved to the mountains outside of Deming, New Mexico with her husband in 2008 upon retirement. Sherrill had a huge heart and loved her husband, Tom, son, Travis, and all her family and friends. She passed away after living with cancer the past 2 and a half years. She will be forever missed by the people in her life. She would want us all to enjoy our lives and be good to one another!”
Cremation has been entrusted to Baca's Mimbres Crematory.
Angel Rojas Gonzalez Sr., 71, a resident of Lordsburg, NM
- Category: Obituaries Obituaries
- Published: 20 October 2023 20 October 2023
Angel Rojas Gonzalez Sr., 71, a resident of Lordsburg, NM entered eternal rest Sunday, October 15, 2023 at Memorial Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM. He was born on November 22, 1951 to his parents, Alfredo and Angelina (Rojas) Gonzales in Lordsburg, NM.
He is survived by his mother; his son, Angel R. Gonzales Jr (Katie E.) of Lordsburg, NM; his brother Jimmy Gonzales of Lordsburg, NM and his sister, Victoria “Vicky” Gonzales of Lordsburg, NM and his eight grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, his wife, Sandra (Silvas) Gonzales; his daughter, Veronica Ivette Gonzales.
The family has decided to not have a service at this time.
Cremation will take place at Terrazas Crematory. Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels and Crematory “Trust care for the ones you love” ~ 575-537-0777. To send condolences, visit www.terrazasfuneralchapel.com .