Obituaries

Mabel Frances Dowell, 73, Deming resident passed away on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at her residence with her loving husband by her side.

A Memorial Service will take place on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 10 o'clock in the morning at the First Assembly of God Church (D1) with Pastor David Duffy officiating. Cremation has been entrusted to Baca's Mimbres Crematory.

Mabel was born on January 16, 1952 in Monticello, New York to Mabel Veronica Goebel and Rudolph Frank Podest. She was a loving wife, great friend, good Christian a beautiful spirited, caring person and homemaker.

She is survived by her husband, John F. Dowell; a close family friend, Veronica Fernandez; a goddaughter; Karla Carbajal; a niece, Bambi Mitchell and a nephew, Aron Klockgetter. Mabel was preceded in death by her parents and siblings, Carolin, Marilyn, Michael, and William.

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Johnathan Reed Robertson, better known as John, was born on November 6, 1996 in Silver City, New Mexico. On March 13, 2025 John was on his way to Wilcox, AZ to purchase cattle when he was in a car accident and went home to Jesus at age 28. Here is a little bit about him.

The Robertson family moved around a lot but in 2002 they finally came back home to Alma, NM. It was here that John found his love for the outdoors, agriculture, ranching, rodeo, and welding. Over the years, John made a great impact on the community whether it was through 4-H, odd jobs, or day working for surrounding ranches. He was known to be hard working and would always see a job through. As John got older his love for rodeo grew which would lead him to travel to different parts of the country to bull ride and occasionally ride a ranch bronc. Some might say he rode ranch broncs better but don't tell him that! After John graduated from High School, he went on to start his welding career with the help of his father Jason.

Lilia Hernandez, 76, a resident of Tucson, AZ and formally of Deming, NM passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 2, 2025 at Northwest Medical Center in Tucson, AZ. She was born November 4, 1948 in Chihuahua, Mexico to Pedro Piñon and Juana Dominguez.

A recitation of the Holy Rosary will be recited for Lilia on Friday, March 28, 2025 at 11 o'clock in the morning at Baca's Funeral Chapel.

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Lucia O. Hernandez "Lucy", 72, passed away Monday, March 17, 2025 at Fort Bayard Medical Center in Santa Clara. Arrangements are pending under the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels.

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Luis Montoya Cordova, 87, a resident of San Lorenzo, NM entered eternal rest Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at his residence surrounded by his family. He was born October 11, 1937 in San Lorenzo to Anastacio and Epifiania (Montoya) Cordova.

Luis, or Papa Louie as his grandchildren liked to call him, enjoyed traveling. When his army compatriot invited him to visit Ohio, Luis met the love of his life, Patricia, "Pat" in 1962. Shortly after Luis and Pat married, they moved to Salt Lake City, Utah where they welcomed their 3 children, Patrick, Maria and Antonio (Tony). In his heart of hearts Luis was a rancher so he soon moved his family back to San Lorenzo. He loved working the land he grew up on. He shared that love with his children, but especially his son, Tony, and his granddaughter Samantha. Passing down the lessons he learned from his own father brought Luis great joy. Luis loved the Mimbres and San Lorenzo communities and never hesitated to help whenever needed. He was a devout Catholic and was very active in the San Juan and San Lorenzo Mission churches. May he rest in peace in the arms of Jesus.

He is survived by his loving wife Patricia Cordova; his sons, Patrick Cordova of Las Cruces; Antonio "Tony" Cordova of Las Cruces; his daughter, Maria Schneider of Hanover; three grandchildren, Cheyenne, Dylan and Samantha Cordova; numerous niece and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Horace and Severo Cordova; two sisters, Frances Cordova and Viola Higgins.

Roy Martinez Jr., 55, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Thursday, March 13, 2025 at UNM Hospital in Albuquerque, NM. Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.

An obituary is not available at this time for William "Bill" F. Looker. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

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Josie S. Chavez, 75 of Santa Clara, passed away March 13, 2025 at her home surrounded by her family.

Visitation will be from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm on Tuesday March 18, 2025 at Baca's Funeral Chapels. The recitation of the Holy Rosary will follow at 6:00 pm, led by Dr. Gilbert Arizaga. At the family's request, cremation will follow.

Josie was born May 31, 1949 in Santa Rita, NM to Joaquin and Aurora Samaniego. She was a retired caregiver, serving many families in Grant County. When Josie wasn't caring for others, she loved watching "Gunsmoke". When she wasn't doing that, she enjoyed sewing, reading Danielle Steele novels and playing cards. Josie will be definitely be missed by all who knew and loved her.