Obituaries

Juan Antonio Ramirez Jr., 59, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Friday, July 5, 2024 at his residence. He was born April 27, 1965 in Douglas, AZ to Juan Edmundo Ramirez and Maria Beatriz Lopez.

Juan was a funny, outgoing, and fearless man beginning at a young age. He was a loving father, brother, son, tata, and friend. Juan had a contagious and beautiful smile everywhere he went, everyone who got to know him loved him, he was easy to love. Juan had a soft spot for the mountains, nature was his peace since a young boy, he always loved the world of rock and roll and motorcycles. Juan grew up on a farm with his family in Douglas, AZ and became a self-employed painter at the age of 29. Juan started his own business here in Silver City, NM called Soaring Eagle Painting, he enjoyed teaching his children and others his expertise skills. Juan had so many people who loved and cared for him; friends, family and children. Juan's wings were ready, but our hearts weren't. Juan will forever be in all of our hearts and his memory will live on forever.

Rupert Edward Garcia, 82, of Silver City passed away July 17, 2024 in Show Low, Arizona surrounded by his loving family.

Visitation will start at 10:00 am on Monday, July 29, 2024 at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Bayard. The Recitation of the Holy Rosary will begin at 11:00 am with the Funeral Liturgy to follow immediately thereafter. Concluding service and burial will be at 1:00 pm at Fort Bayard National Cemetery with military honors accorded. Officiating will be Father Martin Okonkwo.

Rupert is survived by two daughters, Cynthia Martinez (Tony) and Sonia DeNight (Christian); four sons, Rupert Garcia Jr (Elida), Ramon Garcia (Kathleen), Javier Garcia and Cesar Garcia; one sister, Trinie Romero; 16 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Rupert was preceded in death by a daughter, Sonya Garcia; mother to his children, Paula Olivas; two sisters, Becky Garcia and Lucinda Aragon; and a brother, Johnny Garcia.

Gabriel Gonzalez Ochoa, 61, a resident of Las Cruces, New Mexico and formally of Deming, New Mexico entered eternal rest on Thursday, July 18, 2024 in Las Cruces.

Visitation will begin Thursday, July 25, 2024 from 5 to 6 o'clock in the evening at Baca's Funeral Chapel (811 S. Gold Ave, Deming, NM 88030). The recitation of the holy rosary will then be recited at 6. The Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated the following day Friday, July 26, 2024 at 2 o'clock in the afternoon at St. Ann's Catholic Church (400 S. Ruby St, Deming, NM 88030). The rite of committal and interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery (3410 E. Pine St, Deming, NM 88030). Fr. Francis Gyau will officiate.

Gabriel was born February 19, 1963 in Deming, New Mexico to Carlos Grado Ochoa Sr. and Aurora Gonzalez. In his short 61 years, he touched the hearts of many lives spreading his kindness and generosity. There was never a stranger whom Gabriel did not befriend.

Eduardo M. Alvarez, 88, of Hurley passed away on Saturday, July 20, 2024 at Buena Vista Care Center in Albuquerque surrounded by his loving family. Services are pending.

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Efrem Alex Duran, 44, a resident of Silver City, NM entered into God's arms on July 4, 2024. He was born on September 27, 1979 to his parents Alex "Sonny" & Yolanda T. Duran in Silver City, NM.

Efrem was a proud member of Estilo Car Club where he would proudly display his lowrider bike he made as a tribute to his mom, Yoli. He truly enjoyed life, especially with his nephews Eric Robert & Joseph "Jojo" Valencia. Efrem was a faithful man who read the bible daily. He shared scripture and his love with all who crossed his path. Efrem was a kind and loving soul who would do anything he could for anybody he could.

He is survived by his father Alex "Sonny" Duran, his aunts, who he also considered his moms, Norma Jean Flores and Sylvia (Bobby) Escobar. His cousins who he considered his brothers and sisters, Eric Flores, Bill Flores (Patricia), Teresa Varela (Raul), Lucinda Valencia (Eric), and Bobbie Jean Escobar. His nephews Raymond Arsola and Eric Robert and Joseph "Jojo" Valencia and his best friend Norman Castrillo. He was preceded in death by his mother, who he loved and missed dearly Yolanda T. Duran, his grandmothers Lily Duran and Socorro Trejo, his grandfathers Alex Duran and Efren Trejo.

James "Jim" Myers was tenderly taken Home on July 18, 2024. He is now, and for eternity, gazing upon the beauty of the LORD, and glorifying His name. Jim was a gentle and quiet man. He possessed a generous amount of gravity and wisdom, which he shared in word and deed. He embodied strength of character and integrity, which he taught by consistent example. He was a man of his word, dependable and could be counted on rain or shine. He was solid in character, honest, trustworthy, and kind toward people and animals. He had an unwavering respect, trust, and dedication to God by resolving to keep His commandments and was faithful in his convictions. He was deeply regarded and respected by his family and friends, everyone he ever worked with in his career, all those he served with in the body of Christ, and all those to whom he was ever a neighbor. In all his dealings, he was fair, upright, and given to kindness and mercy, preferring others before himself. He lived the things that Jesus asked of his followers. Micah 6:8 "He hath shown thee, O man, what is good and what the Lord requires of thee. But to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God."

Jose Raymond Prieto Jr., 88, lifelong resident of Deming passed away peacefully on Monday, July 15, 2024 in the comfort of his home surrounded by his family.

Visitation will begin Saturday, July 27, 2024 from 3 to 3:30 in the afternoon at The Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses. Services will follow at 3:30 and the final interment to take place at Mountain View Cemetery. Danny Macias will officiate.

Joe was born September 10, 1935 in Deming, New Mexico to Jose Ramon Prieto and Jane Corral. Joe's greatest passion was his service or ministry to his God, Jehovah. He had great fellow feelings for people who needed the help of someone greater than themselves, hence he was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses for over sixty years. Joe worked as an accountant for various businesses in Deming.

Joe is survived by his wife of 65 years, Terry Prieto; son, Joey (Maggie) Prieto and his daughter, Ruth Hales; 7 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his son, Richard Prieto; parents, Jose, and Jane Prieto; a sister, Jenny Prieto and brothers, Raymond, and Larry Prieto.

Feliciano Placencia, lifelong resident of Lordsburg passed away Thursday July 18, 2024 at his home. Arrangements are pending.

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