Obituaries

Frank Joyce

Frank Joyce

May 25, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of John Franklin “Frank” Joyce II, who died on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at the age of 83, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.

Born in Carlsbad, New Mexico, Frank was the son of John R. Joyce II and Elizabeth “Betty” Parulis Joyce. He was a loving father, grandfather, brother, and friend,...

Rolando O. Fuentez, Sr.

Rolando O. Fuentez, Sr.

Jul 2, 2025

Rolando Ornelas Fuentez, Sr., 65, a retired US Marine, was born to the late Antonio C. and Ramona O. Fuentez in Carlsbad but raised in Loving, New Mexico. He passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at his home. He has been cremated and visitation will be on Thursday, July 10, 2025 from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm, followed by...

Charles "Leader" Crabb

Charles "Leader" Crabb

Jun 28, 2025

Charles Lee “Leader” Crabb, 92, of Carlsbad, NM, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, June 28, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

A memorial service will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, July 10, 2025, at Denton-Wood Funeral Home with Pastor, Joshua Crabb, his grandson, officiating. Interment will follow at the Carlsbad Cemetery. Arrangements are entrusted to Denton-Wood Funeral Home.

Charlie,...

Octavio "Toby" Murillo

Octavio "Toby" Murillo

Jun 25, 2025

Octavio “Toby” Murillo, 65, of E. Derrick Road, Carlsbad, NM, passed away June 25, 2025 at his home. Visitation will be 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM, Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at Denton-Wood Funeral Home. Rosary is scheduled for 10:30 AM, Thursday, July 3, 2025 at San Jose Catholic Church followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM with Fr....

Bobbie Valenzuela

Bobbie Valenzuela

Jun 24, 2025

To view Mass of Christian Burial please click here.

Bobbie Valenzuela, 49, of Gwenda Drive, Carlsbad, NM passed away Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at Carlsbad Medical Center.

Visitation is scheduled for 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM, Monday, June 30, 2025 at Denton-Wood Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at St. Edward Catholic...

Rhonda Jo Bridges Cook

Rhonda Jo Bridges Cook

Jun 23, 2025

Rhonda Jo Bridges Cook, 68, of N. Canal Street, Carlsbad, NM, passed away June 23, 2025 at University Medical Center, Lubbock, Texas. Services are pending with Denton-Wood Funeral Home.

Francisco N. Carrasco

Francisco N. Carrasco

Jun 23, 2025

Francisco Carrasco, 84, of London St., Carlsbad, NM, passed away on June 23, 2025, at his home. 

Cremation has taken place. No services will be scheduled.

Condolences may be expressed at dentonwood.com

Douglas Ray Tindall

Douglas Ray Tindall

Jun 22, 2025

It is with love and sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Douglas Ray Tindall, who departed this life on June 22, 2025, at the age of 78, surrounded by family, Douglas left us peacefully in his residence, leaving behind a legacy of service, compassion, and unwavering generosity.

Douglas Ray Tindall, born May 20, 1947, in Pinole, California, to...

Janet "Jan" Peters

Janet "Jan" Peters

Jun 18, 2025

Services will be live-streamed and may be viewed by clicking here.

Janet “Jan” Peters, 90, of Cimarron Trail, passed away Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at Lakeview Christian Home. Funeral services are scheduled for 10:00 AM, Thursday, June 26, 2025 at First Methodist Church with Pastor Kelly McCuaig officiating. Interment will follow in Carlsbad Cemetery, Carlsbad, NM. Denton-Wood Funeral Home is in...

Cutter Lynn Rogers

Cutter Lynn Rogers

Jun 15, 2025

Cutter Lynn Rogers, 42, of Merion Drive, Carlsbad, NM, passed away June 15, 2025. Funeral services are scheduled for 10:00 AM, Saturday, June 21, 2025 at Denton-Wood Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Michael Lee officiating. Interment will follow in Carlsbad Cemetery, Carlsbad, NM. Denton-Wood Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Cutter was born November 26, 1982 in Carlsbad, NM....

Raul "Taco" Graziano, Jr.

Raul "Taco" Graziano, Jr.

Jun 14, 2025

Raul “Taco” Graziano, Jr., 43, of Juarez Street, Carlsbad, NM passed away Saturday, June 14, 2025 at Carlsbad Medical Center. Visitation will be 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM, Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at Denton-Wood Funeral Home. Rosary will be recited at 10:30 AM, Thursday, June 19, 2025 at San Jose Catholic Church followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00...

Becca Baker

Becca Baker

Jun 14, 2025

Becca Ann Baker “Nana”, 70, of Loving, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 14, 2025, surrounded by love.

A celebration of Becca’s life will be held Thursday, June 19, 2025, at 2:30 PM at Denton-Wood Funeral Home in Carlsbad. Interment to follow at Loving Cemetery—the town she loved and called home.

Born on December 31, 1954, in Brawley, California, to...

Connie "Chelo" Methola

Connie "Chelo" Methola

Jun 13, 2025

Connie (Chelo) Molinar Methola, age 84, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her devoted and loving family.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at Denton-Wood Funeral Home. A rosary will be recited at 9:30 AM on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at San Jose Catholic Church, followed by Mass of Christian Burial...

Celia C. Valdez

Celia C. Valdez

Jun 12, 2025

Celia C. Valdez, 94, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on June 12, 2025, at University Medical Center in Lubbock, Texas.

Celia was born to Candelario and Cruz (Acosta) Carrasco. She married Hector N. Valdez. Celia worked at Carlsbad Caverns National Park for 28 years, retiring as a park ranger. A devoted Catholic, Celia found great comfort in prayer and...

James W. Tomblin, Jr.

James W. Tomblin, Jr.

Jun 10, 2025

James W. Tomblin, Jr., 52, of Carlsbad, NM passed away Tuesday, June 10, 2025 in Dallas, Texas.

Visitation will be 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM, Sunday, June 15, 2025 at Denton-Wood Funeral Home. Funeral services are scheduled for Monday, June 16, 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Interment will follow in Carlsbad Cemetery, Carlsbad,...

Gail Lloyd

Gail Lloyd

Jun 9, 2025

Gail Anne Lloyd: A Life of Passion and Purpose

Carlsbad, NM – Gail Anne Lloyd, a compassionate advocate and devoted educator, left this world on June 9, 2025, at Covenant Medical Center in Lubbock, TX, at the age of 79. Born on May 28, 1946, in Dayton, Ohio, Gail was the daughter of the late Fauniel S. and Charles Edward Lloyd.

Gail...

Katherine Nymeyer

Katherine Nymeyer

Jun 9, 2025

Katherine Nymeyer, 85, former resident, passed away Monday, June 9, 2025 in Warsaw, Indiana.

Visitation will be 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM, Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at Denton-Wood Funeral Home. Funeral service is scheduled for 10:30 AM, Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at Denton-Wood Funeral Home with Pastor Jimmy Tarvin officiating. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery in Carlsbad, NM. Denton-Wood Funeral...

David Winters

David Winters

Jun 8, 2025

Services will be live-streamed and may be viewed by clicking here at 10:00 AM MST, Thursday, June 19th.

It is great sadness that we announce the passing of David Winters, 66, of Carlsbad, NM on June 8, 2025 at University Medical Center in Lubbock, Texas. He was our beloved husband, dad, grandpa, brother, uncle, and friend.

Memorial service will be held at...

Jimmy McMillan

Jimmy McMillan

Jun 5, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Dad and Granddad, Jimmy McMillan; a man whose life was defined by faith, generosity and a deep devotion to family and his church. 

Jimmy McMillan, 88 years of age, passed away at home June 5, 2025 surrounded by his loved ones. There will be no visitation. Cremation has...

Olivia G. Shaner

Olivia G. Shaner

Jun 3, 2025

Olivia G. Shaner, 79, passed away on June 3, 2025 in Liberty, Texas.

 A rosary will be recited at 9:30 AM, Friday, June 27, 2025 at San Jose Catholic Church, Carlsbad, NM. Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:00 AM, at San Jose Catholic Church. Interment will take place at Carlsbad, Cemetery, Carlsbad, NM. Denton-Wood Funeral Home is in charge...

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