Obituaries
Becky Ann Johnson
Feb 25, 2026
Becky Ann Johnson 80, of Carlsbad NM passed away on February 25, 2026, at Covenant Medical Center in Lubbock TX. She was born on January 24, 1946, in Colorado City, TX. A memorial service is scheduled for Friday, March 6, 2026, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 3301 S. Canal street with Joe Gomez officiating.
Becky was preceded in death...
Dr. James Jones
Mar 1, 2026
Dr. James Jones, Jr., age 75, of Carlsbad, NM passed away on March 1, 2026 at his home.
James was born January 6, 1951, in Augusta, GA, to James and Freddie Mae (Lumpkins) Jones, Sr. He graduated from Lucy C. Laney High School in Augusta, GA in 1969. James enjoyed education as he attended Southwestern Christian College, Abilene Christian University, International...
Marsha Morrison Godinez
Feb 27, 2026
Marsha Morrison Godinez, 73, of Artesia, NM, passed away February 27, 2026, at Mountainview Healthcare, El Paso, Texas. Cremation has taken place and services will be held at a later date. Denton-Wood Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Marsha was born May 12, 1952, in Malone, New York to Howard and Naomi (Labombard) Morrison. She graduated from Ellenburg High...
J Isaac Romero
Feb 27, 2026
J Isaac Romero passed away on February 27, 2026 at the age of 71 in Lubbock, Texas.
He was loved by his loving wife, Lori Romero; loving children, Monica Romero Padilla, Eduardo Romero, and Isaac Jr Romero; along with his loving grandchildren, Emily Faith Rosales, Anahi Padilla, Eduardo Jr Romero, Irma Romero, Diana Romero, and Abigail Romero.
A visitation will be held...
Stan Gooch, Jr.
Feb 24, 2026
Stan Gooch, Jr., 63, passed away February 24, 2026 at University Medical Center in El Paso, TX.
A memorial service is scheduled for 2:00PM, Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Oasis Church with Pastor Jerry Jamieson officiating. Denton-Wood Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Stan was born on July 8, 1962 to Stanley, Sr. and Naomi (Adams) Gooch in Artesia, NM....
Alicia Briseida Madrid
Feb 20, 2026
Alicia Briseida Madrid passed away on February 20, 2026, in Carlsbad, New Mexico.
Alicia was born to Elisa and Timothy Madrid. She graduated from Faith Christian Academy in 2012 and spent much of her adult life working in the food industry, where she was known for her work ethic and kind spirit. Above all, Alicia loved her family.
She was preceded in...
Roy David Verdin Jr.
Feb 17, 2026
Roy David Verdin Jr., 49, of Carlsbad, New Mexico, passed away on February 17, 2026. He was born on September 13, 1976, in Morgan City, Louisiana, to Roy Verdin Sr. and Blanche Verdin.
Roy was preceded in death by his mother, Blanche Verdin.
He was a proud member of the United Houma Nation and carried his heritage with honor throughout his life....
Federico M. "Fred" Calderon
Feb 16, 2026
Federico M. “Fred” Calderon, 91, of Center Ave., Carlsbad, NM, passed away peacefully February 16, 2026.
Visitation will be 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM, Thursday, March 5, 2026, at Denton-Wood Funeral Home. A rosary will be recited at 9:30 AM, Friday, March 6, 2026 at San Jose Catholic Church followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM with Fr. Juan...
Willie Aragon Jr.
Feb 16, 2026
Willie Aragon Jr., 46, was called home to be with the angels on Monday, February 16, 2026.
Visitation will be held from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at Denton-Wood Funeral Home Chapel, followed by a vigil at 6:00 PM. The Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10:00 AM on Friday, February 27, 2026, at...
Roselain Mary Wilkinson Olson
Feb 13, 2026
Roselain Mary Wilkinson Olson, 79, passed away February 13, 2026 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. She was born at home in Artesia, New Mexico on November 23, 1946. Her family moved to Carlsbad, New Mexico when she was five years old. Mary graduated from Carlsbad High School in 1964. From high school she began her college career at New Mexico...
Herminia "Nena" G. Cortez
Feb 12, 2026
Herminia “Nena” G. Cortez, 81, of Old Cavern Hwy, Carlsbad, NM, passed away Thursday, February 12, 2026, at her home.
Visitation will be 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM, Monday, February 16, 2026, at Denton-Wood Funeral Home followed by a vigil at 6:00 PM. Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled for 10:00 AM, Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at San Jose Catholic Church...
Charles David Beasley
Feb 11, 2026
Charles David Beasley, 69, of Palo Alto, Carlsbad, NM, passed away February 11, 2026, in Las Cruces, NM.
Cremation has taken place and a memorial service is scheduled for 10:00 AM, Saturday, March 7, 2026 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints with Bishop Eric Schweighofer conducting. Dedication of the grave will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery Gazebo, Carlsbad, NM.
Charles...
Patricia "Pat" Knutsson
Feb 10, 2026
Patricia “Pat” Knutsson, 86, of Patricia Drive, Carlsbad, NM, passed away February 10, 2026 at her home. Cremation has taken place and private ennichement will be held at the Carlsbad Cemetery Columbarium. Denton-Wood Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Patricia was born May 9, 1939, in Chicago, Illinois to Harold and Beatrice (LeMere) Setzke. She graduated from Colorado State...
Melvin Robert Allen
Feb 8, 2026
Melvin Robert Allen, age 79, passed away unexpectedly Sunday evening, February 8th, 2026, at his home in Carlsbad, NM due to heart failure. He was born on November 17th, 1946, in Portales NM, Roosevelt County, a son of the late Will Francis Allen and Olive Mae (Ollie Mae) Perry Allen.
Melvin, or Mel, as he was affectionately known to some, was...
Arturo "Tury" Garcia, III
Feb 7, 2026
Arturo “Tury” Garcia, III, 29, of Papershell Road, Carlsbad, NM, passed away February 7, 2026. Visitation will be 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM, Thursday, February 12, 2026 and 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, Friday, February 13, 2026 at Apostolic Church of Carlsbad. Funeral services are scheduled for 4:00 PM, Friday, February 13, 2026 at Apostolic Church of Carlsbad with Pastor...
Lydia "Lilly" Bustamante Acedo
Feb 5, 2026
Lydia “Lilly” Bustamante Acedo, 89, of Ortega Street, Carlsbad, NM, passed away February 5, 2026 at her daughter’s home. Visitation will be 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM, Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at Denton-Wood Funeral Home. A rosary will be recited at 9:30 AM, Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at San Jose Catholic Church followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00...
Timoteo "Tim" De La Paz, II
Feb 3, 2026
Timoteo “Tim” De La Paz, II, 65, of S. 6th Street, Carlsbad, NM, passed away February 3, 2026 at Carlsbad Medical Center. Cremation has taken place and upon his request there will be no services.
Tim was born September 11, 1960, in San Diego, Texas, to Timoteo and Maria (Guzman) De La Paz, I. He enjoyed driving a truck for most...
Barbara McDonald
Feb 1, 2026
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Barbara McDonald age 78 of Loving, NM went home to be with the Lord on February 1, 2026, in Lubbock, Texas surrounded by her family. There will be a visitation on Monday, February 9, 2026 from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM a Denton-Wood Funeral Home. A service to celebrate her life...
Efren Aguilar
Feb 1, 2026
Efren Aguilar, 83, passed away February 1, 2026, in El Paso, TX.
Cremation has taken place. Memorial services are scheduled for 10:00 AM, Friday, February 20, 2026, at Blodgett Street Baptist Church, Carlsbad, NM. Interment will follow at Sunset Gardens Memorial Park, Carlsbad, NM. Denton-Wood Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Efren was born October 29, 1942, to Matilde and...
James R. Angel
Jan 31, 2026
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James R. Angel, 75, of Carlsbad, New Mexico, passed away on January 31, 2026, at Artesia General Hospital.
Visitation will be from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Friday, February 6, 2026 at Denton-Wood Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00, Saturday, February 7, 2026 at The Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter-day...
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