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{{/_source.additionalInfo}}Obituary notices.
Alvaro Rodriguez-Ponce, 58, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Sunday, July 27, 2025 at Memorial Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM. He was born October 3, 1966 in Gomez y Gomez Nauriquipa, Chihuahua, Mexico to Manuel Ponce and Alvira Rodriguez.
Álvaro fue un hombre de gran fortaleza, compasión y humildad, cualidades que se reflejaban en el profundo amor que profesaba a su familia y a sus amigos. Fue un padre ejemplar, un esposo amoroso y un abuelo dedicado, cuya presencia marcó la vida de quienes lo rodearon. Destacó por su ética de trabajo y el orgullo que sentía por su oficio, realizando su labor con esmero y dedicación en beneficio de muchas personas del condado de Grant. En su tiempo libre, disfrutaba de la tranquilidad de la naturaleza, así como de momentos de esparcimiento en plataformas como TikTok, donde encontraba alegría y conexión. Siempre mostró un sincero interés por el bienestar de los demás, brindando afecto y amabilidad a todos los que tuvo el privilegio de conocer. Su integridad y nobleza de espíritu lo convirtieron en un ser excepcional. Su partida deja un vacío profundo y su memoria será honrada y recordada con inmenso cariño .
Daniel Abril, 22, of North Hurley passed away Sunday, August 10, 2025. Arrangements are pending under the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels.
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Martin Rael Jr., 79, a U.S.Army Veteran and resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Thursday, July 31, 2025 at his residence surrounded by his family. He was born May 28, 1946 in Magdelena, NM to Martin Rael Sr. and Precila Trujillo.
He served honorably in Vietnam for two years, ending his career with the rank of E-5 as a specialist. His military service shaped the strength and integrity he carried throughout his life. Martin began his education at Catholic school in Aragon and graduated from Reserve High School, where he was recognized for both academic excellence and athletic achievement. His education continued at St. Joseph's College, Northern Arizona University, and Western New Mexico University, where he earned both his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Business. He later completed a Master's in Banking at Southern Methodist University. Clorinda often said he was "the best husband on the planet." The two shared everything — from daily routines to worldwide travels.
GONZALES: Anthony "Bo" Gonzales, 39, of Tucson, AZ passed away on Sunday, August 3, 2025 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Tucson, AZ. Anthony was born July 14, 1986 in Silver City, NM to Antonio A. Gonzales and Cynthia Holladay.
Anthony was an excellent cook and baker which was one of his passions whether in a restaurant or for his family. Anthony was recognized for his baking while working at Diane's Bakery. In 2009 Anthony received an award for Employee of the Year by the New Mexico Restaurant Association. He appeared in the newspaper, magazine and on the news for this outstanding award. Anthony's other passion was truck driving. While working for Amazon he was the top driver after only 2 weeks of being on the job. Anthony went to Truck Driving school in Phoenix, AZ where he was then employed by Schneider Trucking. Within the first month of over the road driving he was the Top driver in the nation for driving the most miles. Anthony was a hard worker and excelled at every job he was given. Anthony was loved by everyone he knew and will be greatly missed.
He is survived by his parents of Silver City, NM his sister Sarah Castillo (Tony) of Santa Clara, NM, one daughter Jysel Gonzales of Anthony, NM, one son Kane Gonzales of Houston, TX, one special niece Azlynn Castillo of Santa Clara, NM and several Aunts, Uncles and Cousins.
Josie A. Ramirez, 83 of Tucson, Arizona, formerly of Silver City, NM passed away Wednesday, August 6, 2025 in Tucson. Funeral arrangements are pending at Baca's Funeral Chapels.
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Richard Ramos Maynes Sr., 71, a resident of Santa Clara, NM entered eternal rest Saturday, August 2, 2025 at UNM Hospital in Albuquerque, NM. He was born November 24, 1953 in Santa Rita, NM to Domingo L. Maynes and Carmen Ramos.
Richard was a communicant of the Infant Jesus Shrine Catholic Church where he served as an extraordinary communion minister. He was a Cursillista and had a strong devotion to the Divine Mercy. With this devotion, Richard would lead the Divine Mercy Chaplet on the Sunday after Easter, known as "Mercy Sunday," which also inspired his establishment of the Mercy Cross Store, which he used to spread the message and the devotion. The passion led him to design his Divine Mercy Cross and to distribute it to everyone he encountered. He also loved music, especially Tejano music, and always enjoyed playing music for family, friends and various celebrations. For a time, he also played music for the residents of Fort Bayard Medical Center and Silver City Care Center (Genesis).
He also enjoyed hunting and camping with his family. Richard loved to spread cheer by being Santa Claus at the local elementary school, as well as for Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church.
Deborah Marie Wilson, 56, of Pinos Altos passed away at home Tuesday, August 5, 2025. Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels.
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Joel Richard Armstrong, 68, of Silver City passed away at home Thursday, July 24, 2025. Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Joel Richard Armstrong, please visit our floral store.
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