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In Loving Memory of

Ozzy Rodriguez

February 5, 2004 – July 25, 2026

Forever 22

It is with heavy hearts and profound sorrow that our family announces the passing of our beloved Ozzy Rodriguez.

Ozzy was born in Silver City, New Mexico, to Leroy Rodriguez and Marlene Gutierrez, and later made his home in Fairbanks, Alaska, where he worked at ACE Hardware.  Ozzy was deeply loved by his family and friends. His life may have been far too short, but the love, laughter, and memories he gave us will remain in our hearts forever. Ozzy had a love for music and especially enjoyed composing and creating his own beats. Music was a special part of who he was and one of the many ways he expressed himself.

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Jefferey Natharius, a resident of Bayard, NM entered eternal rest, Sunday, July 23, 2026.  Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.

Alan Vogel, 65, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Thursday, August 6, 2026, at his residence.  Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.

Raymond Eugene Banfield ("Rebel")

February 22, 1948 – August 7, 2026

If life were measured by stories instead of years, Raymond Eugene Banfield would have lived to be about 300.

Born on February 22, 1948, in Oakland, California, Ray—better known to many as "Rebel"—never believed life was meant to be boring. He collected adventures the way most people collect souvenirs. By the time he retired, he'd held an incredible 37 different jobs, proving that if there was work to be done, Ray would probably try it...at least once.

Some of those jobs were unforgettable. He shined shoes for the mob, the rich and famous and every day golfers alike, worked as a landscape photographer, painted, and wore more hats than most people could count. Then there were the jobs that became legendary. He performed as an Elvis impersonator at the Riviera, entertained crowds on the Fremont Street Experience in Las Vegas, and eventually found the one job that finally convinced him to stay put. He retired from the Mirage after 15 years of service—which, for a man who had already worked 36 other jobs, was practically a lifetime commitment.

Natalie D. Arington (Clay, Ackerly), 62, Deming resident passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at Mimbres Valley Medical Center with her husband Stewart by her side.

She was born March 13, 1964 in Park Ridge, Illinois to Garner Howard Clay Jr. and Carolyn Sue McLane. Natalie grew up in Greenfield, Indiana and graduated from Central High School in Greenfield. She later attended Arizona State University and received her bachelor's degree. She loved animals, especially her dogs and her most precious Standard Poodle, Torrie. Together they volunteered at Gateway Airport in Phoenix, AZ in the C.A.R.E Team Therapy Dogs. Natalie was also a Real Estate Broker and later became self-employed as a Health Insurance Broker. She found profound joy in helping others gain proper health insurance for themselves and their families. She was a member of Rotary District 5520 here in Deming and the American Legion Auxiliary. On June 4, 2024 she married Stewart W. Arington and together they shared many memoires and beautiful times until her passing. Natalie will be deeply missed by the many lives she touched.

She is survived by her beloved husband, Stewart W. Arington; her step-children, Leah Arington Badgwell, Damian J. Badgwell, and Samuel Stewart Arington; a step-granddaughter, Rosemary Faye Badgwell; as well and many friends and extended family. Natalie is preceded in death by her parents Garner Howard Jr. and Carolyn Sue Clay; as well as her sister, Kimberly Clay.

Juanita (Jennie) Aragon Garcia, 92, former resident of Deming passed away on Saturday, August 1, 2026 in Tucson, AZ surrounded by her family. Jennie was born in Tortugas, NM on June 24, 1934 to Ricarte Aragon and Petra Herrera

Jennie worked for the Deming Public Schools cafeteria and was an Avon Lady for many years.

She is survived by her children, Robert A. Garcia, Ronald (Socorro) Garcia, and Lisa (Bill) Ryan; 9 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren and 13 great-great grandchildren; as well as many nieces and nephews.

Jennie is predeceased by her parents; her husband, Robert P. Garcia; a son, Arnold Garcia; a grandson, Robert Michael Moore; 3 siblings, Richard Aragon, Lily Chavez and Frank Aragon; as well as her companion, Lupe Terrazas.

A special thanks goes to the caring staff at Via Elegante in Tucson, AZ.

We will miss our beautiful, loving mother and grandmother and her beautiful smile and encouragement she gave us. We are grateful for the unwavering faith and love of our Lord Jesus Christ that our mother and grandmother instilled in us. Her strength and inspiration will forever be in our hearts. We love you, Mom.

Eddie L. Garcia, 79, of Silver City passed away on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 in Las Cruces.  Services are pending.

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