Obituaries
Thomas "Tom" Painter
Mar 3, 2024
Thomas “Tom” Painter passed away on March 3, 2024 in Carlsbad, New Mexico.
His is survived by daughters: Karen Myers and husband, Andy, Laura Mason and husband, Steve, and son, Gregory Painter; his grandchildren: Eric Painter, Christina Myers, Crystal Myers, Brytany Keith, Candice Stacy, Destiny Mason, Cory Painter and Cassandra Painter and numerous great grandchildren; one brother, Gordon Ray Painter...
Larry Bruce Bradley
Feb 29, 2024
Larry Bruce Bradley, 74, of Carlsbad, NM passed away on Thursday, February 29, 2024, at the Carlsbad Medical Center. Larry was born on January 6, 1950, in Carlsbad, NM to Richard and JoNeva Bradley. Cremation has taken place, and a memorial service is scheduled for 11:00 AM Saturday, March 16, 2024, at Denton-Wood Funeral Home with Destry McDonald officiating.
While growing...
David Pedroza
Feb 27, 2024
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Mass will be live-streamed and may be viewed by clicking here.David Romo Pedroza, Jr. was born on December 11, 1960, to David Juarez and Rosa Romo Pedroza in Carlsbad, New Mexico. David was their only son and filled their home with his mischievousness and playful humor. His twelve sisters loved...
Zachary Clayton Rogers
Feb 26, 2024
Zachary Clayton Rogers, 31, formally of Carlsbad, NM passed away on Monday, February 26, 2024, in Midland, TX. Zachary was born on February 13, 1993, in Carlsbad, NM to Jerry and Melissa Rogers.
Cremation has taken place, and a memorial service is scheduled for 2:00 PM Saturday, March 2, 2024, at Denton-Wood Funeral Home with Pastor David Rogers officiating.
Zachary grew up...
Naomi Ruth Creason
Feb 26, 2024
On February 26, 2024 Naomi Ruth McCrary Creason closed her eyes for the last time, as she peacefully succumbed to natural causes at Carlsbad Medical Center in Carlsbad, NM at the age of 103 years, 11 months, and 18 days.
She was born March 8, 1920 in Linn County, MO to Nelson and...
Beatrice Ornelas Alirez
Feb 26, 2024
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Beatrice Ornelas Alirez was born in Carlsbad N.M. to Francisco D. Ornelas and Angelita F. Ornelas on December 18, 1956. She passed away at Covenant Medical Hospital in Lubbock, TX after an extended illness on February 26, 2024.
Beatrice was a homemaker at heart, always looking forward to the holidays and family gatherings....
Frankie L. McReynolds
Feb 26, 2024
Frankie L. (Clark) McReynolds was born May 3, 1928 to William T. and Alma Gray Clark in Thalia, Texas. She received her education in Vernon, Texas. She married Edmon “Ed” Johnston in 1946 in Vernon, Texas. They moved to Carlsbad in 1948. Together they shared 3 wonderful Children. After Ed’s death in 1967, she married Myron “Mac” McReynolds in 1978....
Jacob Brady Robinson
Feb 25, 2024
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Jacob Brady Robinson was born in joy to a family who loved him fiercely on March 16, 2004. Jacob was a delightful being who brought love and laughter to his family who treasured him. He was born a little brother to his sister Tiffiny. But when his sister Brooklynn was...
Anthony J. Becker
Feb 21, 2024
Anthony J. Becker, “Tony” age 81, passed away at Lakeview Christian Home. February 21, 2024. Tony was born March 29, 1942, in Omaha Nebraska. Anthony was born to Marie (Quinn) Loretta Becker and Russell Authur Becker. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He loved spending time with his family, reading, playing golf, and playing cards. He is survived...
Eva Y. Quinones
Feb 21, 2024
Eva Y. Quinones, 84, of Loving, passed away February 21, 2024 in Hobbs, NM. A graveside service is scheduled for 2:30 PM, Friday, February 23, 2024 at Loving Cemetery with Deacon Melvin Balderrama officiating. Denton-Wood Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Eva was born December 14, 1939 in Loving, New Mexico to Florencio and Ysidora (Duran) Ybaben. ...
Donna Elizabeth Emerson Bryant
Feb 20, 2024
Donna Elizabeth Emerson Bryant, 74, of Carlsbad, NM passed away on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, in El Paso, TX. Donna was born on October 20, 1949, in Albuquerque, NM to Edward and Dorothy Emerson.
Cremation has taken place, and a graveside service is pending at this time. Denton-Wood Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
From a young age, Donna learned to...
Briann Chantel Dorado
Feb 20, 2024
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Briann Chantel Dorado, 32, of Carlsbad, NM passed away on Tuesday, February 20, 2024. Briann was born on June 21, 1991, in Carlsbad, NM to Paul Dorado and Elsie Lara.
Visitation is scheduled from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at Denton-Wood Funeral Home. A Rosary is...
Bruce Chitwood
Feb 20, 2024
Bruce Chitwood, 58, of Singletree Road, Carlsbad, NM, passed away February 20, 2024 at Carlsbad Medical Center. Cremation will take place and a memorial service is scheduled for 10:00 AM, Saturday, February 24, 2024 at Denton-Wood Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Michael Lee and Pastor Aaron Kayser officiating.
Bruce was born June 4, 1965 in Grants, NM to Stanley and Juanita...
Myrtle Brown Fritschy
Feb 20, 2024
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Myrtle Brown Fritschy, 97, a lifelong resident of Carlsbad, NM passed away peacefully in her home on February 20, 2024. To quote Myrtle, “I am going to die young at a very old age”. Her Grandfather came to the area in 1892. She was born in Carlsbad on May...
Sidney Blaine Humphrey
Feb 20, 2024
Sidney Carolyn Sue Blaine Humphrey, 76, departed this life on February 20, 2024, in Rio Rancho, NM. Ms. Humphrey was born August 27, 1947, in Carlsbad, NM. She was the eldest child of Royal Blaine, Sr. and Willie Shorter Blaine; her siblings, Shelagh Blaine Marzett and Royal Blaine Jr. (deceased).
Ms. Humphrey graduated from Carlsbad High School. She received her...
Audrey Leslie
Feb 19, 2024
Audrey Louise Leslie quietly slipped from this life on Monday, February 19, 2024 surrounded by her daughter and granddaughter.
Visitation will be 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM, Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at Denton-Wood Funeral Home. A memorial service is scheduled for 1:00 PM, Thursday, February 29, 2024 at Epworth Methodist Fellowship with Pastor Daniel Armstrong and Mike Veilleux officiating.
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Adolfo "Doffie" N. Hinojos
Feb 16, 2024
Adolfo “Doffie” N. Hinojos, 81, of Carlsbad, NM passed away on Friday, February 16, 2024, at home surrounded by his family. Doffie was born on March 6, 1942, in Carlsbad, NM to Alfredo and Francisca Hinojos.
Cremation has taken place, and a memorial service is scheduled for 10:00 AM Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at Denton-Wood Funeral Home with Chaplain Joe Lopez...
Susan Murphy
Feb 15, 2024
Susan Kay Murphy, 68, welcomed her heavenly destiny on February 15, 2024, after a courageous year-long battle with cancer. She was enjoying her new residency at Lakeview Village, a Christian retirement community in Carlsbad, New Mexico, when the diagnosis abruptly changed her course of life. Born January 8, 1956, the eldest offspring of Richard and Beverly Murphy, Susan/Sue grew up...
Samuel A. Villegas
Feb 13, 2024
Samuel A. Villegas, 72, of Carlsbad, NM passed away on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, in Lubbock, Texas, surrounded by his family. Samuel was born on August 3, 1951, in Loving, NM to Federico L. and Petra (Aleman) Villegas.
Visitation is scheduled from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at Denton-Wood Funeral Home, cremation will follow. A rosary is...
Ronald "Ron" Przeslak Sr.
Feb 12, 2024
Ronald Arthur Przeslak (also known as Old Man, Pops, Dad, Grandpa, Uncle Ronski and Wilson), 82, of Carlsbad, left his earthly body and gained his wings on Monday, Feb. 12, 2024, at his home with his wife and daughter at his side. He could be a stubborn old man, but if he loved you, you knew it. So as in...
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