Obituaries

May 1, 2023

Victor F. Chavez of Hobbs, New Mexico entered the arms of our Heavenly Father on May 1, 2023.

Victor was born August 14, 1958, in Pecos, Texas to Melchor and Margarita Chavez. Victor (Tio Vickie) was quite a character. One of the fondest memories was his pockets full of candy that he loved to give to his nieces...

Apr 27, 2023

Dusty Alan Reid, 34, of Hobbs, NM passed away on Thursday April 27, 2023, in Hobbs. Dusty was born on October 6, 1988, in Socorro, NM. Dusty graduated in 2007 from Hobbs High School. Throughout Dusty’s life he was known for his contagious smile, big dimples, and his big blue eyes. Dusty grew up and spent most of his...

Apr 17, 2023

Michael Thomas Martin was born on April 18, 1981, to Gloria Esquivel in Big Spring, Texas. He grew up and went to High School in Big Springs until they moved to Hobbs, New Mexico. Michael passed on April 17, 2023, in Hobbs, New Mexico at the youthful age of 41.

Michael loved his career as an iron...

Apr 17, 2023

Matthew Lozoya of Hobbs, New Mexico entered eternal rest on April 17, 2023, at 39 years old. Matthew was born June 21, 1983, in Hobbs, New Mexico to Joe L Lozoya and Maricela Garza.

Matthew was proceeded in death by a daughter Angel Nicole Lozoya, Father Joe L. Lozoya, brothers Juan Marcos, and Justin Michael Lozoya, Grandfather...

Apr 3, 2023

Abel Jacquez, 59 of Hobbs, NM

Was born on March 29, 1964 in Ejido Emilio Carranza, CHIH

to Ramon Jaquez and Soledad Soto and passed away on April 3rd 2023.

Abel was full of life he never cared what people had to say about him or

his appearance, he loved attention...

Apr 2, 2023

Randy Alan Cook, 73 of Hobbs New Mexico. Passed away on April 2, 2023, at his home in Hobbs.

Randy was born in Louisburg, KS on November 23, 1949, to Willard D and Margaret B Cook. He is survived by his brothers David E. (Elizabeth A) Cook of Roswell, New Mexico, and Charles H. (Mollie Johnston) of...

Mar 31, 2023

Charles Randolph Breckon passed away on Friday, March 31, 2023, in Hobbs surrounded by his loving family.

Charles was born to Charles Gotham and Thelma Lucille Breckon on February 2, 1940, here in Hobbs. He was a lifelong resident of Hobbs except for his time in the United States Navy. He retired from the Navy after serving...

Mar 30, 2023

Sergio E. Aranda Olivas (Toto), nació un martes 12 de Abril de 1960 en El Pueblito, Chihuahua, México. Fue hijo de Óscar y Beatriz Aranda. Fue llamado al lado de Dios el Jueves 30 de Marzo de 2023 en Lubbock, Texas. Sergio fue un hijo y hermano querido, un esposo amoroso, un padre paciente, un abuelo juguetón, una figura...

Mar 26, 2023

Billy N Pointer, Sr., 75, died unexpectedly on Sunday, March 26, 2023 in Hobbs, NM. He was born June 14, 1947 in Renton, Washington to Leon William and Edna Elaine (Griggs) Pointer.

Billy served in the Marine Corps. He worked several interesting jobs including being a Carnival jockey, then spent most of his mid to late years...

Mar 25, 2023

Anthony Ray Quiroz was born June 28, 1988, to Manuel Quiroz and Rosie Ruiz in Hobbs, NM. He went to his home in heaven on March 25, 2023.

Anthony was the strong protector of the people he loved, a generous and thoughtful man who loved to laugh. He loved fiercely with all his heart. He had a...

Mar 24, 2023

Manuela V. Enriquez, of Hobbs, passed away at her home on March 24, 2023 surrounded by those who love her. She was born on November 21, 1937 in Devine, Texas to Gumecindo and Avelina Garcia, one of seven children. A funeral mass will be held in her honor on Tuesday April 4, 2023 at St. Helena Catholic Church at...

Mar 23, 2023

Norman Wayne Hale, aged 94 years two months and 6 days, passed away in Houston Texas on March 23, 2023.  He was born January 17, 1929, to Oather and Mildred Hale at the family farm near the hamlet of Armstrong, Oklahoma, the second of five children.  He was preceded in death by Dorothea (‘Dot’) Hale, his wife of 60...

Mar 20, 2023

Graciela O. Cereceres nació un miércoles 28 de Noviembre de 1956 en Col. Álvaro Obregón, Cuauhtémoc, Chihuahua, México. Nació de Jesús Elías Ornelas y Ramona Bonilla Galaviz Ornelas. Fue llamada a lado de Dios el lunes 20 de Marzo del 2023 en Lubbock, Texas.

Graciela se casó con el amor de su vida, Carlos Cereceres el sábado...

Mar 11, 2023

Mary Lou Sifford, of Hobbs, was greeted by angels on March 11, 2023. She was born on May 14, 1944, in Hollis, Oklahoma to Floyd and Peggy (Carpenter) Worthley. A graveside service will be held for her on Friday, March 17 at 11:00am with Lavoid Ford officiating. A visitation will be held on Thursday, March 16, from 3-7pm at...

Mar 10, 2023

Victor Orlando Castillo suddenly and unexpectedly passed away on March 10, 2023. He was born June 20, 1990, in Hobbs, NM. His parents are Kenneth Lopez, Marie “Lisa” Lopez and Phillip Castillo.

Victor was a loving father, husband, son, uncle, grandson and nephew. He was a very caring and giving soul. He was definitely a family man....

Mar 6, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Barbara Marie Wilt. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Feb 24, 2023

Cruz Orona De Medrano, 77, Loving wife, mother and grandmother passed away Friday, February 24, 2023. Surrounded by her loving family. Cruz was born on June 9, 1945, to Amelio Orona and Trinida Orona in Ojinaga, Chihuahua. She was a homemaker, loved to cook for her family, especially her grandkids. She is preceded in death by her parents, loving husband...

Feb 24, 2023

Cruz De Medrano of Hobbs, New Mexico passed away on Feb 24, 2023. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Feb 20, 2023

Terry Criswell of Hobbs, passed away on February 20, 2023 at home surrounded by those who love him. He was born on February 7, 1942 in Stonewall County, Texas to David and Jewel Criswell, one of four children. A memorial service in his honor will be held on Friday, March 17, 2023 at Griffin Funeral Home at 2pm. Online...

Feb 4, 2023

Justin Vazquez-Sanchez nació abril 3, 2019 en Hobbs, Nuevo México. Fue llamado al lado de Dios Feb 4, 2023 en Fort Worth, Texas, a la edad de 3 anos y 10 meses. Un servicio funerario se hará en su honor martes, febrero 14, 2023 a las 11Am, en Our Lady of Guadalupe. Familia y amigos estan bienvinidos lunes 13, 2023...