Obituary notices.

Thomas Peter Lane, 70, of Silver City, NM - pending

Thomas Peter Lane, 70, of Silver City passed away on Saturday, June 10, 2023 on NM-HWY 152 near mile marker 24. Arrangements are pending under the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels.

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Revised - Patrick Griffith, 70, a resident of Silver City, NM,

GriffithPPatrick Griffith, 70, an Air Force Veteran and resident of Silver City, NM, entered eternal rest Thursday, May 18, 2023 at his residence. He was born on September 30, 1952 to his parents Patrick and Helen (Allard) Griffith in Detroit, MI.


He is survived by his wife, Viola Ann (Madrid) Griffith of the family home; his three daughters, Jennene Cook of Clarksville, TN, Adrienne Diaz (Dustin) of Spirit Lake, ID and Kaitlin Brown (Jacob) of Couer O'Alene, ID; his six grandchildren, Julaine Cook, Jayla Cook, Jonathan Cook, Jesse Cook, Jameson Brown and Amelia Brown; and his three Great Grandchildren, Judah, Adiya and Kelilah. He is preceded in death by his parents. 

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Beatrice B. Saenz, (aka Betty, Chatters) 89, a resident of Santa Clara, NM

Saenz B1Beatrice B. Saenz, (aka Betty, Chatters) 89, a resident of Santa Clara, entered eternal rest June 8, 2023 at Silver City Genisis Health Care in Silver City, NM. She was born June 23, 1933 to Reymundo and Beatriz Benavidez. Beatrice was the last Benavidez of the eight Benavidez Legacy.


She is survived by one son, Samuel Ray (Carrie) of Phoenix, AZ; five daughters, Vangie Carrillo (Robert) of Las Cruces; Olga Jean Huerta (Rudy) of Arenas Valley; Mary Lily Jimenez of Silver City; Rose Mary (Zero) Saenz and companion Mark Schwabb) of Phoenix, AZ; Lou Ann Palomarez (David) of Santa Clara; grandchildren, Bobby Joe Carrillo, Regan Carrillo, Bernie Carrillo, Jessica Hawkins, Justin Jimenez, Sonia Camilli, David Palomarez Jr., Christopher Palomarez, Betty Denise Anaya, Samuel Saenz III, Ricardo Saenz, Santana Saenz, Samantha Saenz and Shawn Saenz plus numerous great grandchildren and great great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Samuel T. Saenz; son, Tony Saenz, grandchildren, Andy and Trudy Huerta; her parents, Reymundo and Beatriz Benavidez; her sisters, Ermelinda Garcia, Lily Holguin, Virginia Sierra, Mariana Padilla, Epifania (Pifi) Soto, Felicita (Pita) Ortega and brother, Ray Benavidez.

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Clayton Johnson, 69, of Silver City, NM

JohnsonCOn June 11, 2023, Clayton Johnson, 69, of Silver City walked into the arms of his Savior, Jesus Christ and is now in his heavenly home.

Clayton owned and operated High Country 4x4 and Truck Salvage which he built from the ground up. Being self-employed allowed him the opportunity to minister to people in a spiritual and financial way. Clayton was a true servant of God and his passion was to love and help other people. He served in many leadership and teaching roles in the church for most of his life. There wasn't anyone that he wouldn't help. Clayton was a loving husband, father and grandfather. There were many times that he sacrificially provided for his family. He taught his kids, grandkids and countless others to hunt and enjoy the outdoors. He leaves behind a beautiful legacy for us to follow.

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Maura Rico, 87, resident of Lordsburg, NM - pending

Maura Rico, 87, a longtime resident of Lordsburg passed away Monday June 12, 2023 in the comfort of her home with her children by her side. Arrangements are pending.

Manuel Quinteros-Lopez, 64, a resident of Silver City, NM

Quinteros Lopez1It is with great sadness that the family of Manuel Quinteros announces his passing. He went to be with our Lord Jesus Christ on June 1st 2023. He was 64 years of age. 
 
Manuel was a very hardworking man. He worked for Mathis Mine for 20 years also with Luis Terrazas Construction for 26 years. He was a very loving man who would have given his shirt off his back for you. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and of course time with his family and also his 49ers. He is loved by so many and will be missed by all.
 
Manuel leaves behind his loving wife Teresa Quinteros (Tessie) of 44 years; His two loving strong caring sons Manuel (Christina) Quinteros of Tucson Az Marcos (Sandra) Quinteros of Silver City NM and His Daughter His Babygirl Tammie Quinteros (sol) (Scott) Clay. All his grandchildren his everything’s Analissa, Enrique, Brandon, Destiny, Eddie Joe, Izik, Esmia, Ivan, Monica, David III, Rocco, Isis, Scott Jr, Abraham.  He also leaves behind his loving Mother Elena Quinteros and six brother and six sisters Also Nieces, Nephews God children and His loving sister in law Lucy Morales (Luis) And Brother in Law Tony Flores (Dolores).
 
Memorial Mass will be on Sunday, August 27th at 10am at St Vincent’s De Paul Catholic Church with Father Peter Okonkwo officiating.  Concluding service family will celebrate his life at Knights of Columbus at 11:30am.


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 .     

John B. (Bennie) Harter Jr., 76, a resident of Hurley, NM

HarterJohn B. (Bennie) Harter Jr., 76, a resident of Hurley, NM entered eternal rest Friday, May 20th 2023 at his residence.  He was born September 15, 1946 in Seattle, WA to John Benjamin Harter Sr., and Rita Dolores Faron. 

Bennie proudly served his country with the U.S. Army (66-68).  He was an avid car collector.  He worked as an operator in a wrecking yard.   He had many friends that he spent time with; they watched after him after his health declined.

He is survived by his sister, Zona Eileen Howard and husband Bennie of Battle Ground, WA; two nieces, Stacie Booth and husband Nathan; Tina Howard; one nephew, Chantry Howard and wife Amy.

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James Walker, a resident of NM - pending

James Walker, a resident of  NM, entered eternal rest Friday,  June 9, 2023 at her residence.  Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.

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