All Obituaries

It is with great gratitude we celebrate the life of Vanessa Marie Najera, 29, of Hobbs New Mexico, and with the same gratitude that we share that she entered a heavenly rest on November 19, 2022. Born on February 12, 1993, in Hobbs, NM, Vanessa was a lifelong resident of Hobbs and leaves behind three beautiful daughters, Aniaha Leigh Najera-13, Amiaha Marie Najera-6 and Ariaha Bree Najera-4, all of Hobbs. She is survived by her mother, Belinda Campos (Eliseo Lopez Jr.), two brothers,...

Dolores Norman of Hobbs, New Mexico passed away on Nov 25, 2022. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Daniel Carson Quick of Hobbs, passed from this life to the next on November 24, 2022, in Lovington, New Mexico.  He was born on August 10, 1945 in Seminole, Texas. No funeral services are scheduled at this time. Daniel was a man of simple pleasures, spending time with his long time love, Pam May, cooking for those who he cared about and Harley Davidson motorcycles.  He also greatly enjoyed fishing and spending time with his daughter whom he had a very close relationship with....

Ramiro Acosta Sr. was called to his eternal resting place on November 17, 2022, in Lubbock, Texas. He entered this world on August 24, 1948, in Del Rio, Texas to Isaac and Andrea Acosta. Ramiro was married to his love Estela Arredondo Acosta for 53 years. They had one son Ramiro Acosta Jr.  Ramiro loved to be outdoors. He enjoyed hunting in the mountains, camping, and fishing, especially at Lake Amistad.  Ramiro enjoyed Competition BBQ’s and won many events.  He enjoyed...

Concepcion Maria (Pando) Dominguez, age 87, of Jal, New Mexico passed away quietly in her sleep on November 7, 2022, in Hobbs, NM. In the last two years Mom endured many health issues, the most challenging of which was cancer. She most appreciated the caregivers that assisted in her care. In the end we are comforted as a family to know her pain is gone and she’s resting in peace. She was born Wednesday, January 30, 1935, Shafter, Texas to Alfredo Sr. and Atilana (Aranda) Pando of...

I FOUGHT THE GOOD FIGHT OF FAITH AND I HAVE FINISHED THE COURSE 2 TIMOTHY 4:7-8 James Lewis Eagans was born in Donie, Freestone, Texas to Mr. Artis Eagans and Ms. Julia Wren. James’s mom had two daughters before she passed at an early age and James went to live with his dad in Hobbs, New Mexico where he went to school. He recently discovered one sister in Texas until he lost contact again. He grew up in Hobbs among his dad’s sisters and brothers and he would tell you had the...

Karen Ruth Rhoades, of Hobbs, New Mexico, passed into the gates of heaven on October 27, 2022, at the age of 62. She was born on October 6, 1960, to Vernon Ennis Roberts and Ruth Ann Meyers Wright here in Hobbs. Karen, above all other things, was a mom, and not just to her children but to everyone she knew. She always gave her love and support to those in need, whether that support came in the form of a quiet ear to listen, help with money or just a hug, she was there. Karen’s love...

Wilbert Fred Johnson was born August 31, 1940, in Tioga, Texas to John Morgan Johnson Jr. and Radie Pearl Jetton Johnson. He entered eternal rest on October 22, 2022, in Roswell, New Mexico. Fred graduated from Hobbs High School in 1958. After graduation he joined the Air Force and served our country. During this time in the service, he was stationed in France where he served as a base police officer. After his service was complete Fred returned and married Carol Jean Pate on January 18,...

Manuelita Chavez “Lita” 80, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her children. Lita was a kind, generous mother, and grandma. She was fun, loving, and enjoyed her family. Lita’s life was a life well lived, which was evident in the love she showed in raising several of her brothers and sisters. Family and friends will celebrate Lita, and how blessed we were to have her in our lives. Lita was preceded in death by her husband Felipe “Wimpy” Chavez, her...