Obituaries

Brenda Kay Stiles, 61, beloved wife, mother, and cherished member of the Silver City community, passed away peacefully in her home on December 1, 2024. Her warmth, kindness, and unwavering love will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew her.

Brenda was a devoted wife to her loving husband, Steven Stiles, and a proud mother to her two sons, Rodger Koest and Sutton Stiles. She also shared a special bond with her son-in-law, Robert Sosaya, who she embraced as part of the family. Brenda is survived by her brother, Ed Marshall, with whom she shared countless cherished memories throughout her life.

She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Karen Marshall, whose values and love shaped the remarkable woman she became.

The family will hold a private memorial service to honor Brenda's life and celebrate the countless ways she touched the lives of others. Cremation has been entrusted to Baca's Funeral Chapels.

Brenda Kay Stiles will be dearly missed but forever remembered. May she rest in peace.

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Socorro Granillo, 68, a resident of Deming entered eternal rest on Monday, December 9, 2024 in Las Cruces.

Visitation for Socorro will begin Monday, December 16, 2024 from 5 to 6 o'clock in the evening at Baca's Funeral Chapel. The Holy Rosary will then be recited at 6, which will be led by Nena Jaurez. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 11 o'clock in the morning at St. Ann Catholic Church. The Rite of Committal and Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery. Fr. Francis Gyau, Pastor will officiate.

Socorro was born May 26, 1956 in El Paso, TX to Pedro Ramirez and Aurora Bustos. Socorro was a very friendly, loving, and outgoing woman. She enjoyed cooking and baking for her family and enjoyed playing bingo. She had an unconditional love for her family and a very special love for her grandchildren. Socorro will be deeply missed by many.

She is survived by her loving husband of 43 years, Sergio Granillo; her daughter, Alicia "Chico" (Alfredo) Orozco; 3 siblings, Emilia Torres, Olga Villa, and Cecila Medina; as well as her 3 grandchildren, Sergio "Chapo" Granillo, Alejandro "Guerito" Orozco, and Destiny Orozco.

David "Dave" E. Millard, age 80, passed away Saturday, October 26, 2024 at home surrounded by family and friends.

Dave is survived by his children Kim (Franklin) English, Troy (Nicole) Millard and Kindra (David) Millard; his granddaughters, Destiny (Noah) Stockwell, Hope Millard, Jordan Millard, Cheyenne Wise and Peyton Prouty; his brothers, Tom (Becky) Millard, Terry (Letha) Millard; and life partner, Sara Day, along with trusty family and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Antoinett; his brother, Wally and sister, Donna and his favorite companion, Deuce Dog.

Dave served in the United States Air Force. He had an extensive work life and would do anything pertaining to work, usually working two jobs. Dave led a very active life and could not be still or stop a project until the sun went down. He could fix anything and make it run better than new. He will be remembered for the four 1979 Fords he built; his work ethic and go-power; his blue eyes, his big smile, and his orneriness.

Patricia Lou Upshaw, 93, Deming resident passed away Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at Memorial Mimbres Hospital.

Patricia was born to Rachel Reichart and Angelo Milanos on January 14, 1931 at Hillsboro, Illinois. She was a volunteer at the Deming Luna Mimbres Museum and a member of the Ret Hat Society, she liked to do some embroidery, spend time with her family specially her grandchildren.

Patricia is survived by her daughters; Juanita Rose (Keith) Robison and Aurora (David) Elliott, 10 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren; 3 sisters, Betty Stone, Mary Johnson and Mary Milanos.

She is preceded in death by her parents, husbands; Peder Chris Jensen and Willie Upshaw, son Jon Allen Jensen, brother; Bill Milanos and 2 granddaughters; Nicole Jensen and Michelle Heemsbergen.

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James John McIntire

09-09-1947

Born in Brooklyn, New York in 1947 grew up in Staten Island in a full house with his mother and father and 7 siblings. He joined the Navy in 1965 and only served a short time, came back to the states and started a roofing business. Over the years he was a contractor and was a jack of all trades and knew how to fix or build just about anything.

The ultimate handyman was Jimmy Mack. He always worked hard and if you asked anyone, he was the toughest man you'd ever meet, but not when it came to his children, he had quite a soft spot for his kids.

Jimmy moved down to Florida in the 80's and there he continued to be the great father and charming man he always was. Jimmy had his son James Jr. first, many years later he had 2 daughters Caitlin (husband Timothy) and Theresa (husband Austin).

Antony Melenudo Escamilla, 73, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Sunday, December 1, 2024 at Three Crosses Regional Hospital in Las Cruces, NM. Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.

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Cremation will take place at Terrazas Crematory. Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels and Crematory "Trusted care for the ones you love" ~ 575-537-0777.

Priscilla Garcia, 96, passed away Thursday, December 5, 2024 at Sunset Vista Assisted Living. Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels. Service arrangements are pending.

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Rosa P. Casarez, age 92, of Russellville, Arkansas, died Friday, December 6, 2024, at her home with her family.

She was born May 17, 1932, in Gila, New Mexico, to Hilario and Avelina Maldonado Polanco.

Rosa was an amazing homemaker and neighbor. She loved to cook and take care of her home and children, as well as being outside tending to her flowers. Rosa was a devout member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Bayard and dedicated much of her time to her church, often baking her special lemon meringue pie for bake sales and other church functions.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, David Casarez; a brother, Julio Polanco; and two sisters, Irene Placencio and Anita Torrez.

She is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Olga and Mark Klunder, and Carmen and Willy Hefler; a brother, Candido Polanco; three sisters, Mary Jean Lovato, Lorenza Polanco and Lila Provencio; a sister-in-law, Ruth Polanco; four grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.

Visitation for Rosa will take place at ten-thirty in the morning on Thursday, December 19, 2024 at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Bayard. A Recitation of the Holy Rosary will follow at eleven o'clock. The Funeral Mass will begin at eleven-thirty. Father Martin Okonkwo will officiate. The Rite of Committal and Interment will be at Fort Bayard National Cemetery following the Mass.

Serving as Pallbearers are Adam Klunder, Anthony Klunder, Sonia Hoefler Barnes, and David Hoefler.

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