Obituaries

May 18, 2024

Patty Thomas peacefully entered her eternal rest, May 18, 2024, at her home in Hobbs surrounded by her family. Graveside services are scheduled on May 22, 2024, at 2:00pm at Prairie Haven Memorial Park with Minister Monty Wittman officiating.

Patricia Joan Thomas was born January 7, 1955, in Tacoma, WA on Fort Lewis Army Base, to parents Rex and Janet Thomas....

May 16, 2024

Edward Frank Rodriguez Jr. 40 passed away and became our guardian angel on May 16, 2024. He was born on May 22, 1983, in Hobbs, New Mexico to Ed and Sonya Rodriguez. Edward married Linda Rodriguez on July 22, 2017. He is survived by his parents Ed and Sonya Rodriguez, his wife Linda Rodriguez, children- Dejah Rodriguez, Marissa Rodriguez, Zaybrie...

May 14, 2024

Leo James Lopez, born on September 25, 1988, passed away at the age of 34 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Leo was a graduate of Cibola High School, where he excelled in wrestling and football. Known for his kind and loving nature, Leo had a big heart and an infectious smile that touched the lives of many.

Leo is survived by his...

May 1, 2024

Doris Wynese (Miller) Cannon of Hobbs, NM passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at her home after a long and courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease.

 Doris was born July 29, 1937, in Terral, OK to the late Jim and Marie Miller. As a child, her family relocated to Forsan, TX where she was raised. As an accomplished athlete and...

Apr 30, 2024

Apr 12, 2024

Tom Henry “Mr. T” Perry Sr. was born on October 15, 1939, in Marlin, Texas to Henry J. Perry and Benny R. Perry. Tom went home on April 12, 2024, in Abilene, Texas surrounded by his family.

Tom was raised on a farm in Texas. He graduated from Booker T. Washington High School in Vernon, Texas. After graduation he married the...

Apr 8, 2024

Beloved Son, Brother, Father, Grandpa & Friend was called to his eternal resting place on April 8, 2024. He entered this world on May 19, 1976, to Frederico Sr. and Feliz Dominguez. 

He is survived by 4 sons, twins Adrian and Daniel Tate of Texas, Anthony Escobedo of Hobbs, NM, and Marcos (Lexi) and one grandson Kaiden and one granddaughter Atalie...

Apr 8, 2024

Patricia Roberts born November 5th, 1941, was taken to Heaven on 04/08/2024 at the age of 82. She passed peacefully with her family by her side. Patricia was married to the love of her life Darrell Roberts for 62 years who proceeded her in death, also proceeding her in death were her parents Gracie and Theron Morris, a son Darrell...

Mar 31, 2024

An Obituary is being composed.

Mar 16, 2024

James “Jimmy” Franklin O’Rear, 73, of Jal gained his wings on March 16, 2024. Born January 13, 1951 in Leakey Tx to Jesse Frank and Vera Loraine O’Rear, Jimmy was a wonderfully supportive husband, father, and grandfather, lovingly known to many as Dad or Papa. Jimmy graduated from Jal High School in 1970 and married his high school sweetheart, Linda...

Mar 14, 2024

Joyce Evelyn Peacock, 90, passed away on March 14, 2024, in Hobbs. Viewing will take place at Griffin Funeral Home on Tuesday, March 26 from 1:00pm to 8:00pm. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, March 27 at 1:00 at Griffin Funeral Home with burial to follow at Prairie Haven Memorial Park.

Joyce was born on July 27, 1933, to...

Mar 14, 2024

 Amilia Roźe Estrada-Scott was born March 22, 2022, and gained her wings March 14, 2024 Though your time on Earth was short we loved you each, and every day and will be with you in Heaven one day. Until then we will hold you tight in our hearts.  Amilia is survived by her parents Brandon and Bella Scott, grandparents James and Shawna...

Mar 14, 2024

Federico Aguirre Olivas was born on July 28, 1938, to parents Juan Olivas and Elva Aguirre in Fort Davis, Texas. He passed away on March 14, 2024, in Hobbs, New Mexico surrounded by his loved ones.

Federico had a true cowboy heart. He loved his family and working on the ranch more than anything in the world. He was such a...

Mar 13, 2024

Mar 8, 2024

Today and for the rest of our lives, we will celebrate the life of our beloved Juwan Dobbins, Jr. He grew up in Hobbs. He loved basketball and cars. But the love of his family and children came first, and foremost. He loved his mother, sisters, and grandmother with a fierce passion. His admiration of cars began at an early...

Mar 5, 2024

Carolyn Marie Jones was brought into this world December 25, 1949, to Joe Jones Sr. and Katherine Jones as in Hobbs, New Mexico. Carolyn went home March 5, 2024, in Hobbs, New Mexico surrounded by family.

Carolyn worked at B&G Transportation for 27 years driving children to school every day and often drove for the Hobbs Eagle Band and Sports Teams....

Mar 2, 2024

Roy Joe Green peacefully passed away in his home at the age of 90 on March 2, 2024 in Hobbs, New Mexico.



Roy Joe Green was born on August 13, 1933, in Caddo, Oklahoma to Anna Pearl Springer Green and Lewis Bert Green.  Joe was one of seven siblings.   He served in the Navy as a Yeoman, until being honorably...

Feb 18, 2024

Rosa Hernandez Bueno 73 passed away February 18, 2024, at Covenant Medical Center, in Hobbs, New Mexico, with her beloved family by her side. Born January 31, 1951, to Jesusita and Gonzalo Hernandez of Artesia, New Mexico. Rosa had five brothers and two sisters. She also has three sons, Stephen, Pete Jr., and Ray Bueno. She has eight grandkids and five great...

Feb 11, 2024

Born on November 28, 1985, in Hobbs, New Mexico, Sylvanna Valeen Barraza brought her vibrant spirit to the world. She graduated from Eunice High School and embarked on a journey filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories.

 As a wife to Gary Barraza, Sylvanna shared an unbreakable friendship with him, Gary and Sylvanna were married June 30, 2010, and had spent...

Feb 8, 2024

Devarean Jermaine Gomez, a young soul full of dreams and aspirations, passed away on February 8, 2024, at the tender age of 17. Born on October 11, 2006, in his beloved hometown of Hobbs, NM, 

 

With a warm and affectionate personality, Devarean touched the hearts of many with his genuine care and protective nature. He was not only a loving son...