Obituaries

Obituaries for the San Juan County & McKinley County in New Mexico Area

Kenneth Wayne Rose

Kenneth Wayne Rose

Jun 26, 2024

KENNETH WAYNE ROSE "Ken"

DECEMBER 6, 1931—JUNE 26, 2024

Kenneth Wayne Rose was called Home to be with our Lord on June 26, 2024.

Ken was born in Wewoka Oklahoma in 1931. He was the oldest of seven children. Ken enlisted in the United States Army at a young age and served in the 171 field Artillery during the Korean War.

Ken settled in...

Edith Lorene Elkins

Edith Lorene Elkins

Jun 26, 2024

Edith Lorene Hawkins was born on October 17, 1930, to Harlan and Dorothy Hawkins in Dill City, Oklahoma. The family moved to New Mexico when Edith was young, and she grew up in the El Morro- Grants area. Her father worked at different sawmills, then eventually started his own in Grants. Edith graduated high school from Grants Union High School....

Miguel Angel Tapia Munoz

Miguel Angel Tapia Munoz

Jun 23, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Miguel Angel Tapia Munoz, who departed from this world on June 23, 2024, in Aztec, New Mexico surrounded by his family. Miguel was born on May 7, 1940, in Buenavura, Mexico to Francisca Munoz and Martimiano Tapia. Our father was a responsible man who loved his family and who,...

Jonathan Ford

Jonathan Ford

Jun 16, 2024

 Age: 56 

Resident of: Farmington, NM 

Date of death: 06/16/24 

City of death: Bloomfield, NM 

DOB: 12/22/67 

Birthplace: Farmington, NM 

Mother: Eloise Martinez 

Father: John Ford

 In Loving Memory of Jonathan Ford

 It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jonathan Ford, a beloved father, brother, and cherished friend. Jonathan left us peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family, leaving behind a...

Nancy G Chiquito

Nancy G Chiquito

Jun 14, 2024

Nancy G Chiquito, a beloved soul, peacefully passed away on June 14 2024, at the age of 92 in Councelor NM. She was born on December 29, 1931, in Counselor NM, to Nakaii Dine Clan and Tsilaabithne Clan.

Her journey of life was beautifully celebrated by her surviving family and friends including her son Johnny Chiquito; Daughters Lucy Largo, Helen Lopez,...

Leona Marie Hargis

Leona Marie Hargis

Jun 6, 2024

Leona Marie Montgomery-Hargis went home to be with the Lord on June 6th, 2024, in Farmington New Mexico. Leona was the third of seven children, born Dec 26, 1954, in Lincoln Illinois. to Luther Clarence and Barbara Lou Montgomery. She grew up in Illinois, then moved to New Mexico in 1971. There she met and married the love of her...

Thomas Raymond Sr

Thomas Raymond Sr

Jun 5, 2024

On the morning of June 5, 2024, the angels escorted Thomas Raymond, Sr. home to Paradise. He was born on April 14, 1943 in rural Nageezi, New Mexico to Ned Raymond and Christine Chiquito. He was predeceased by his parents, son Thomas 'Skilly" Raymond, Jr.; brother Austin Raymond; Inlaws James and Lorene Yellowman; and brother-in-law

Raymond Barber, Jr. He is survived...

Sandra Sue Edge Schrantz

Sandra Sue Edge Schrantz

May 26, 2024

Sandra Sue Edge Schrantz

A dedicated English and history teacher for 35 years, has peacefully passed away at the age of 76 in Bloomfield on May 26, 2024. Sandra, known for her compassionate nature and warm smile, touched the lives of countless students throughout her teaching career. She had a deep love for working with children and was admired for her...

Melvin Tony

Melvin Tony

May 26, 2024

Melvin Tony, 89, of Crownpoint, NM, passed from this life on Sunday, May 26, 2024, in Gallup, New Mexico. Melvin was born on March 17, 1935, in Lake Valley, NM. He was of the Tse Nahabilnii clan, and born for the Kinyaa'aanii Clan.In 1955, Melvin completed the Special Navajo Program developed by the Bureau of Indian Affairs at the Intermountain...

Marylou Gutierrez

Marylou Gutierrez

May 11, 2024

Marylou Gutierrez, a compassionate soul who touched the lives of many, passed away on May 11,2024. She was born on September 6, 1999, in Phoenix Arizona She was a current resident of Newcomb, New Mexico . Marylou was a 2018 graduate of Skyview High School in Buckeye, Arizona  with a passion for healthcare which led her to achieve her Certification...

Sally Sanchez-Hensley

Sally Sanchez-Hensley

May 8, 2024

Sally Sanchez-Hensley passed from this life to be with Jesus on May 8, 2024, at the age 90. She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, granddaughter Nataly Valdez, and her siblings. Affectionately known as “Sarita” in her childhood, and later as “Mom Sal” or “Tia”, was born August 26, 1933, to Josepha (Gallegos) Sanchez and Bernardo M. Sanchez,...

Terry Newton

Terry Newton

May 7, 2024

Terry Newton was born on September 3, 1958 in a hogan in Otis, New Mexico. His maternal clan is Red Running Into Water and his paternal clan is folded arms people. Terry is the late son of David Newton Sr. and Elsie B. Newton. He resided in Otis at his family's residence most of his life.He is preceded in death...

Brooks Michael Phillips

Brooks Michael Phillips

May 5, 2024

Our beloved son, Brooks Michael Phillips, left this world suddenly on May 5th, 2024. Brooks was our precious "fridge police." He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially with his sons, Isaiah and Michael. He also enjoyed watching football, but particularly when the Dallas Cowboys were playing (and winning!) Brooks was a 2001 graduate from Career Prep in Shiprock, NM....

Alexandra Isabella DeArmond

Alexandra Isabella DeArmond

May 4, 2024

Alexandra DeArmond,17, beloved daughter and vibrant member of the community, passed away on May 4, 2024 at Rehoboth McKinley Christian Hospital in Gallup.  She was born on February 1, 2007.  She will rest at Hillcrest Cemetery.

She is survived by her mother Michelle, her grandparents Bobby and Beady, her aunt and uncle Mike and Nico Davis, her godparents Evonne and Billy...

Tiina Charlotte Nelson

Tiina Charlotte Nelson

May 4, 2024

Our beloved mother and wife Tiina Charlotte Nelson gained her heavenly wings on May 4th 2024.

Tiina was born on December 2nd 1980 in Vetlanda Sweden to her mother, Anita Saloranta and father, Hans Myhrman. At an early age Tiina found her passion for animals living on the farm with her foster parents, Sven and Carina Eriksson in Lövestad Sweden. Her...

Diana Marez

Diana Marez

May 3, 2024

Obituary for Diana Marez 

 

In loving memory of our mother Diana Bernadette (Baca) Marez, who passed away on May 3, 2024 surrounded by loved ones in her home. 

 

Diana was born January 3, 1947 in Gallup, New Mexico to Diego and Margaret Baca. She had five older brothers Archie, Frankie, Freddie, Sonny and Leroy. Throughout the next 12 years, she gained three...

Lonnie B Dennison

Lonnie B Dennison

Apr 29, 2024

Lonnie B. DennisonLonnie B. Dennison died unexpectedly in Albuquerque NM on April 29, 2024, at the age of 52.  Lonnie is survived by his father Johnny B. Dennison of Nageezi, his siblings, oldest to youngest are Roselyn Martinez of Bloomfield, Hendrix Dennison (Esteleen) of Shiprock, Dennis Dennison (Esther) of Farmington, Eddison Dennison of Farmington, Marilyn Betoni of Kirtland, Vangie Dennison...

Norma Jean Singer

Norma Jean Singer

Apr 23, 2024

Our precious Norma Jean Singer left this world unexpectedly on April 23, 2024. Norma Jean loved the outdoors and would frequently spend time surrounded by nature with her beloved dog. Norma Jean enjoyed watching football, especially when the Dallas Cowboys were playing. She is survived by her siblings, by her father, Norman Singer Sr, and by her mother, Linda Benally....

Georgia Brandenburg

Georgia Brandenburg

Apr 18, 2024

Georgia Ann Brandenburg, 83, passed away peacefully to be with our Heavenly Father on the 18th of April 2024.

Georgia was born in Montreal, Missouri to Edgar and Eva Baker on 21st of May 1941. Georgia was known by many in our small community for running the Tahoe Laundromat. Georgia enjoyed being outdoors and going on adventures with her husband, Freddy...

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