Obituaries

Manuel Olivas Jimenez, 84, passed away in his home, surrounded by his loved ones on Saturday March 9, 2024. He was a beloved brother, husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and great-great grandfather.

Manuel was born on August 29, 1939, in Rincon, New Mexico to parents Mateo and Aurora Jimenez. He graduated from Las Cruces High School and went on to join the United States Air Force, where he rose to the rank of sergeant. He married his dear wife Mary Margaret Orosco on January 5,1963, and they welcomed three children together. They were married 57 years until her passing in 2020. After his time in the Air Force, he worked as an engineering technician for the highway department for many years until his retirement in 1991.

Many will remember Manuel's love for photography, as he leaves behind decades of precious memories carefully documented for his many descendants. Some will remember his love for technology and how he was always the go-to guy for fixing computers. The way he skillfully played the guitar by ear will always be remembered by those who were lucky enough to hear it. And lastly, he will be remembered for his endless love for his family and the generous heart that made him who he was.

Jaime Jimenez, 57, Deming resident passed away peacefully in his home on Friday, March 8, 2024. He was born September 3, 1966 in El Paso, Texas to Jose Jimenez and Socorro Regalado.

A funeral liturgy will be held Friday, March 15, 2024 at 1 o'clock in the afternoon at Baca's Funeral Chapel. Deacon Bill Holguin will officiate. Jaime will be laid to rest next to his parents in T or C, New Mexico at a later date. Cremation has been entrusted to Baca's Mimbres Crematory.

He is survived by his wife Sandra Jimenez; 2 children Jaime Jimenez Jr. and Maria Ticona; 4 siblings Jose Luis, Jesus, Armando, and Sonia Jimenez. As well as his one and only grandchild. Jaime was preceded in death by his parents Jose and Socorro Jimenez.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Jaime Jimenez, please visit our floral store.

Ermelinda Morales, 75, a resident of Silver City, NM, entered eternal rest on Saturday, March 9, 2024 peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones.  She was born on December 9, 1948 to her parents Marciano and Sarah (Rios) Flores at Santa Rita, NM. 

She was born in Santa Rita, NM and graduated from Riverside High in Riverside, California. She rejoined the work force late in life after being a care giver for her mother for over 20 years. She worked at the first-born program where she provided education and resources to many families.  She then joined Wal-Mart where she had some of her happiest years and made many dear friends. She felt that her calling in life was to take care of others. She loved being in nature, planting, rock hunting, singing, dancing, crafting and spending time with her grandchildren. When she entered the room, you can feel the love and happiness she radiated.  She will be loved and greatly missed. 

Marji N. Campos, 49, a resident of Hurley, NM, entered eternal rest on Monday, March 11, 2024 at Gila Regional Medical Center in Silver City, NM.  Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.

Juvencio "Juby" Ramirez, 72, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 3, 2024 in Tucson, Arizona. Juby was born in Lordsburg, New Mexico on September 21, 1951, to Juanita Chavez and Miguel Ramirez, and graduated from Lordsburg High School in 1972. 

While in high school, Juby held several jobs at the local gas stations working as a gas attendant and servicing vehicles. Wherever there was a vehicle that needed work, you did not need to look very far to find him – under the hood or underneath the vehicle. And thus began his career in the field of auto mechanics. 

Juby served in the National Guard in 1973 and then went active in the Army in 1984 until his retirement in 1999. For over nine years, he was employed by Phelps-Dodge in Tyrone as a mechanic and then worked with James Hamilton Construction. Juby moved to Bernalillo, New Mexico and was employed by the New Mexico Public School District until he retired. 

Anna Marie Gutierrez, age 57, of Socorro, NM passed away March 5, 2024, at her home.

Visitation for Anna will be from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at Baca's Funeral Chapels.  A Graveside Funeral Service will follow at 11:00 a.m. at the Hurley Cemetery. 

Anna was born August 24, 1966, in Silver City, NM to Jaime and Tillie (Diaz) Gutierrez.  Anna had lived in Texas for most of her life until relocating to Socorro, NM several months ago.  She had a love for animals and did almost anything she could to protect and care for them.  Anna will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Anna is survived by her father, Jaime Gutierrez of Socorro, NM; sister, Yvonne Hundley (Kyle) of Texas; nephews, Gage (Emersyn) Hundley, and Coy Hundley; niece, Brisa Hundley; as well as several other aunts, uncle, and cousins.  Anna was preceded in death by her mother, Tillie Gutierrez in 2011.

A luncheon will be held to honor Marian Darr Reynolds Shannon on March 16th, 2024 at the Lordsburg-Hidalgo County Museum with prayer being offered at 11:45 am NM TIME and lunch served at noon and ending at 1:30 pm. The Museum address is 710 E 2nd Street, Lordsburg, NM.

Lunch and beverages will be provided to all. Ramona's and Marie Silvas and crew are preparing the meal.

My mom was adamant in not having any kind of SAD service. She did NOT like funerals. I want to be very clear that this is a lunch filled with kindness and friendship and food shared with the many people near and far that she adored. Those were the things my mom LOVED.

Ermelinda Morales, 75, a resident of Silver City, NM, entered eternal rest on Saturday, March 9, 2024 at her residence.  She was born on December 9, 1948 to her parents Marciano and Sarah (Rios) Flores at Santa Rita, NM. 

She is survived by her husband, Ygnacio "YB" Morales; her three children, Rosalinda DeLaLuna, Tammie Dominguez and Judie Dominguez; two grandchildren, Leala Martinez and Marcos Martinez; her three brothers, Marciano Flores, Jr. of El Paso, TX, Robert Flores (Marcy) of Arenas Valley, NM, Andy Flores Gomez (Mary Lou) of Mimbres, NM; her three sisters, Virginia Arriola (Frank) of Tucson, AZ, Mary Lou Rivera of Silver City, NM, Juanita Perez of El Paso, TX; her numerous loved nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her parents; son in law, Kenny Graves, Jr.; her brother-in-law Merijilo Rivera.