Obituaries

Isidoro "Lolo" Lara entered eternal rest on February 20, 2024.

Lolo as he was affectionately known was born on April 4, 1932 in Dwyer, NM to Jose and Estefana Lara. He was raised in Grant County, and as an adult was employed by Kennecott Copper Corporation.  Lolo retired in the late 1980's after 40 years of employment, continuing a good life in Bayard and the surrounding area.  He also enjoyed meeting the locals through his side business of selling fruits and vegetables.  In addition to being a car enthusiast, listening to music was also a favorite past-time.

Lolo is survived by his brother, Joe (Hilda) and his sister, Virginia (Phil); his sons, Roy (Helena), Billy (Jenny), Richard, David (Clorinda), and Lawrence; his daughters, Loretta, Carol, Lucy and Mary; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his sisters, Inez and Helen; his brothers, Felix and Art; his loving wife, Eva; daughter, Barbara; sons, Robert and Augustine.

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Elizabeth Ann Barker, 79, former resident of Deming passed away Tuesday February 20, 2024 in Andover, Kansas.  Arrangements are pending.

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Consuelo R Holguin a resident of Bakersfield, California passed away Saturday February 10th 2024 at Bakersfield Medical Center. She was born September 9th 1935 to Margarite B. Rivera in Silver City, New Mexico, She lived and raised her 7 kids in Deming, New Mexico, She moved to Bakersfield, California in 1995 to be closer to her only daughter where she lived until her passing. She is survived by her children Armando ‘'Mary'' Holguin, Oscar ‘'Mary Ann'' Holguin, Steve Holguin, Richard Holguin, Pete Holguin, Thomas ‘'Jessica'' Holguin and Debbie ‘'Alex'' Borland and by her sister Linda Chavez, She was preceded in death by her mother Margarite Rivera, her brother Zeke Rivera and her sister Maria Aragon.

Consuelo ‘'Connie'' was devoted to God and her children whom she raised by herself. She was a hard working individual often holding 2 jobs to support and keep her children together. She had great influence on her children and grandchildren whom she loved dearly.

Raymond M. Tavizon, Jr., was born in Deming, New Mexico, on February 18, 1963, to Raymond and Mary Tavizon. He passed away on February 16, 2024, at his home after a brief and courageous battle with ALS.

Ray was raised in Lordsburg, but the family settled in Silver City when he was a boy.  This is where Ray called home. 

He proudly served as a Law Enforcement Officer for 37 years.  He began his career as a Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office jailer. He worked for the City of Lordsburg Police Department as an officer, Lieutenant and Assistant Chief.  In 1997, he began serving Grant County.  He served as a Deputy until he was assigned to the Region 7 Drug Task Force.  Ray was then assigned to the Criminal Investigation Division. He retired as a Sergeant in 2022.  During his career, he was a mentor and friend to many officers.  He took pride in serving.  He was presented with many awards and certificates during his career.  He was a Firearms Instructor for many years and enjoyed telling the funniest stories about his time on the Range. 

Terry W. Moore, 73, entered eternal rest on Saturday, February 17, 2024 at Mesilla Valley Hospice in Las Cruces, NM.  Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels "Trusted care for the ones you love" ~ 575-537-0777.  To send condolences, visit www.terrazasfuneralchapel.com .

Willa Jean Tow, 93, a resident of Friendswood, TX, entered eternal rest on Saturday, February 17, 2024 at her residence.  Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.

Joseph Dautremont, 93, a resident of Silver City, NM, entered eternal rest on Friday, February 16, 2024 at Las Palmas Stroke Center in El Paso, TX.  Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels "Trusted care for the ones you love" ~ 575-537-0777.  To send condolences, visit www.terrazasfuneralchapel.com .

Wilma Jean Tapscott, 89, a resident of Santa Clara, NM, entered eternal rest Friday, February 16, 2024 at Fort Bayard Medical Center in Santa Clara, NM.  Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.