Obituaries
Ella Roedean Jordan
Mar 2, 2026
Ella Roedean Cavener Jordan, 95, beloved mother, wife, grandmother, and mother-in-law, was called to her heavenly home on March 2, 2026. She was born on November 23, 1930 in Pleasant Valley, NM, to Thomas and Sylvania Cavener. She is survived by her daughter Adeana (Hardy) Carlyle; daughter Beth (Bob 2014) Combs; daughter Marcia (John) Hinze; daughter-in-law Judy (Kent 2013) Jordan;...
Jerald Bruce Pardue
Feb 18, 2026
Jerald Bruce Pardue has gone to meet his Lord and Savior. He passed away in the presence of family on February 18th, 2026 at home in Artesia.
Jerry was born October 1st, 1944 in Plainview, Texas to Bruce and Hazel Pardue. When his father returned from WWII, the family moved back to Eddy County. Jerry spent his childhood in Loving and...
Isaiah Deramy Mendoza
Feb 14, 2026
A memorial gathering will be held for Isaiah Deramy Mendoza from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm on Monday, February 23, 2026, at Terpening & Son Chapel.
Isaiah, 35, passed away on February 14, 2026 in Roswell, New Mexico. He was born on August 3, 1990, to Hector and Mary (Acosta) Mendoza in Artesia.
A joyful and goofy spirit, Isaiah had a knack...
Silas Howell Shotwell
Feb 14, 2026
Dr. Silas Howell Shotwell, 87, passed away on February 14, 2026 in Artesia, NM
Born November 4, 1938 in Hamilton, Texas to Walter Allen Shotwell and Lora (Perkins) Shotwell. Silas devoted his life to faith, service and compassion.
A lifelong minister and gifted communicator, Silas spent more than 60 years speaking to Church of Christ congregations from North Carolina to Alaska, touching...
Sofia Maria Rodriguez
Feb 13, 2026
A rosary will be recited on February 20, 2026 at 9:30 AM at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, with a funeral mass immediately following at 10 AM. Burial will be held at Twin Oaks Memorial Park. Sofia was born in Rota, Cadiz, Spain to Donald R. Huber Sr. and Antonia Gonzales Huber.Sofia was the most genuine, loving, and kind...
Sherill Dean Shearman
Feb 10, 2026
Sherill D. Shearman passed away February 10, 2026 in El Paso, Texas surrounded by the love of his family. He was born January 11, 1938 in Carlsbad, New Mexico to John S. and Sadie E. Shearman.
He loved his life in Artesia and spent his free time hunting, building custom guns, reloading, and sharing his love of the outdoors and hunting...
Thomas Nathan Giles
Feb 6, 2026
A viewing will be held for Thomas Nathan Giles from 2:00-6:00 pm on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at Terpening & Son Chapel. The funeral service will be at 10:00 am on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at Terpening & Son Chapel with internment to follow at Woodbine Cemetery.
Honored to be pallbearers are Miguel Rodriguez, Aaron Kasper, Damian Hernandez, Aaron Dees, Rafael...
Susan "Sue" Simer-Dean
Feb 3, 2026
Sue passed away peacefully at home in Georgetown, Texas on February 3, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 20, 1954, to Doug and Doris (Davis) Simer. She spent most of her life in Artesia, New Mexico, before moving to Georgetown, Texas in 2015 with her daughter and grandchildren.She had a gift for making people feel...
Tomasita Dimas Romo
Jan 29, 2026
It comes with great sadness to announce that there will be a memorial service held for Tomasita "Tommie" Dimas Romo at 10:00 am on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at Terpening and Son Mortuary. Officiating will be Aaron Romo.
Tommie, 94, passed away January 29, 2026, in Artesia, NM. She was born on June 28, 1931, to Margarito and Lucita Dimas in...
Alvaree Ruth Stewart
Jan 27, 2026
Alvaree Ruth Stewart, 95, of Pinon, NM, met the face of her Savior on January 27th, 2026. Just three days shy of her 96th birthday. Alvaree was born in Hot Springs, NM, on January 30th, 1930, to Arvel and Ruth Jernigan. She spent most of her life on the family ranch in Pinon. She graduated from Weed High School in...
Christine Villa Nunez
Jan 23, 2026
Christine Villa Nuñez, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, faithful servant of God and life-long resident of Artesia, N.M. entered eternal rest on Friday, January 23, 2026, at the age of 101.Christine was born on April 14, 1924, to Candelario Villa and Agueda Heredia Villa. She was the youngest of ten children, she survived six sisters and three brothers. She leaves a nephew,...
Thomas "Tom" Wendell Sparrow
Jan 22, 2026
A memorial gathering will be held for Thomas "Tom" Wendell Sparrow at 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm on Friday, February 6, 2026 at Terpening & Son Chapel. Inurnment will immediately follow the gathering at Woodbine Cemetery.Tom, 67, passed away on January 22, 2026 in his home in Roswell, New Mexico. He was born on December 14, 1958 to James and...
Ivan Ortiz
Jan 20, 2026
A viewing will be held for Ivan Deon Ortiz from 11-2 pm with a service to follow at 2:00 pm on February 9th at Faith Baptist Church. Internment will immediately follow the service at Woodbine Cemetery.
Officiating will be Pastor Michael Duff.
Pallbearers will be Jacob Ortiz, Morgan Quarles, Diego Lozano, Matt Natera, Dominic De LaRosa, and Skylar Johnson. Honorary pallbearers will...
Georgia Ann Whittington
Jan 19, 2026
At approximately 3:30pm MST on January 19th, my beautiful Mother Georgia Ann Whittington slipped the surly bonds and chains of this world to join the saints at the majestic throne of God.
With her devoted caregiver and second cousin Deandra Bell faithfully by her side, she passed away peacefully as she quietly crossed into eternal glory.
Born in Artesia General Hospital on...
Beatriz Valenzuela Hernandez
Jan 19, 2026
A viewing will held for Beatriz Valenzuela Hernandez from 9:00 am to 11:00 am on Friday, January 23, 2026, at Terpening & Son Chapel with internment to immediately follow at Woodbine Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Fernando Valenzuela, Jr, Ben Valenzuela, Ethan Valenzuela, Jaden Valenzuela, Victor Reyna, and Kevin Penuelas. Honorary pallbearer will be Fernando Valenzuela, Sr.
Mrs. Hernandez, 66, passed away on...
Leora York
Jan 18, 2026
A funeral service will be held for Leora Mae York at 10:00 am on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at Terpening & Son Mortuary with burial to immediately follow at York Cemetery.
Officiating the service will be Jimmy Hamilton.
Pallbearers will be Zach Marrs, Blaine Bradley, Brice Bradley, Brent Smith, Jake Glenn, and Joey Sullivan.
Leora, 94, passed away surrounded by the love of...
Larry Dale Ivans
Jan 17, 2026
Larry Dale Ivans, age 73, of Artesia, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.
Larry was born on February 18, 1952, to John Delbert and Lossie Lavern Ivans. From an early age, he developed a strong work ethic, unshakable values, and deep devotion to family that guided him throughout his life....
Jose Chavez
Jan 17, 2026
Jose M. Chavez Quezada, lovingly known as Chema or Don Chema, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2026, at the age of 92. He was born on August 14, 1933, in Aldama, Chihuahua, and spent his life wherever his children were, because being close to family was always his greatest priority.
Jose was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Carolina...
Jo Elaine Morgan
2026
Jo Elaine Morgan, 76, of Granbury, Texas, passed away on January 16, 2026. She had a heart of gold and devotion, her greatest joy in life was found in the company of her family and friends.
Jo was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Douglas Morgan, and her brother, Ernie Hegwer.
She is survived by her two sons, Ross Morgan and...
Francisca Saenz
Jan 16, 2026
Services are scheduled for 10 am Wednesday, January 21, at Terpening & Son Mortuary for Francisca Saenz of Artesia, New Mexico.
Mrs. Saenz, 91, died on January 16, 2026 at her home in Artesia.
Deacon Pablo Merjil will officiate at the services with burial to follow at Woodbine Cemetery. Visitation will be at Terpening & Son Mortuary from 2 to 6 pm...
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