Obituaries

Ruby Ann (nee Snapp) Hill passed away peacefully and beautifully into the arms of Jesus, surrounded by her family, on September 11, 2026. Ruby was born September 5, 1942, in Carlisle, Kentucky and was immediately adopted after birth by Emmett and Mary Snapp. She was their only child.

Ruby spent the first ten years of her life in Cincinnati, Ohio and then moved to Deming, New Mexico. She graduated from Deming High School in 1960 and then attended a business school in El Paso, Texas for a short time.

In 1962, Ruby attended a friend’s family reunion in Bayard, New Mexico where she met Darrell Hill. They knew each other for two weeks and, before Darrell headed back to his home in Seward, Alaska, he promised to send her a plane ticket to come to Alaska to marry him. Ruby got on a plane for the first time in her life and, when she arrived in Seattle, she promptly called Darrell and told him she was going to take a bus back home. Darrell promised her that, if she would only fly the remaining 3 1/2 hours, he would never make her fly again. (He kept that promise for 25 years until she consented to fly to Hawaii for their anniversary.) Ruby and Darrell married at the Seward Church of Christ on November 17, 1962.

Ruby was a first-rate homemaker who excelled in serving her husband and three children. She would have a meal on the table every night when her husband came home from work, complete with a main dish, a side dish, and a dessert…and always sweet, iced tea.

Karen Hughes, 82, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Silver City Care Center.  Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.

Milo Richard Lambert, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Friday, September 11, 2026 at his residence.  Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.

Patricia B. Gonzalez, 79, a resident of Glendale, AZ entered eternal rest Monday, September 7, 2026, at her son's residence in Glendale, AZ.  Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels "Trusted care for the ones you love"  ~ 575-537-0777.

Diana Lenora Reece, 79, a resident of Bayard, NM entered eternal rest Thursday, September 3, 2026, at her residence. 

Dianna loved quilting and sewing, creating more than 100 handmade quilts during her lifetime. She shared her love of sewing and crafting with her home extension friends and sorority sisters.  She was actively involved in Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts with all her children, serving in various capacities in those organizations. Dianna and her husband Richard enjoyed camping, hiking and fishing in the Gila, especially with their grandchildren.

Her family will be hosting a Celebration of Life/open house on Saturday, September 26 from 10 am to 4 pm at the Reece residence in Bayard. All who knew and loved her are invited to attend

Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral and Crematory Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.

Eddeana Louise Ueland, 68, a resident of Bayard, NM entered eternal rest Thursday, September 3, 2026, at her residence.  She was born on April 3, 1958, to David Culbertson and Cecila (Gomez), in Elko, Nevada.

She was a beacon of hope and lover of all people.  Her passion was to protect and love children while also helping anyone wanting to break the chains of addiction.

She is survived by her mother, nine sons, ten daughters, six sisters, and numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Services will be held on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at Terrazas Funeral Chapels, with viewing starting at 10 a.m. and the funeral service following at 11 a.m.

  Arrangements with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.

Sandra Lee Jones, 86, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Providence Memorial in El Paso, TX.  Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.

Delia Barragan Altamirano, 71, a resident of Santa Clara, NM entered eternal rest Friday, September 4, 2026 at her residence surrounded by her family.  She was born January 10, 1955 in Silver City, NM to Manuel Barragan and Ramona Peña.

It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, mother-in-law, sister, grandmother, and friend. She was a woman who loved fiercely, gave endlessly, and had one of the biggest hearts anyone could ever know. She never knew how to say no when someone needed help. Whether it was a family member, a friend, or someone she barely knew, she would give whatever she could, without hesitation and without expecting anything in return. Helping others was simply who she was. Her love for her family was immeasurable. She was the kind of wife, mother, mother-in-law, sister, and grandmother who made those around her feel loved, protected, and cared for. Her family was her greatest treasure, and she poured her heart into creating memories that will be cherished for generations. Mom found joy in the simple things in life, especially spending time fishing with the people she loved. She also possessed an incredible gift with her hands. She was a remarkably talented seamstress and crocheter, creating countless beautiful and meaningful pieces for family and friends.