Judy Fulton
Mar 4, 2025
In the gentle embrace of her cherished Artesia home, Judy Ellen Fulton (née Mauldin), aged 70, slipped peacefully into her heavenly rest on March 4, 2025. Born on a spring day, March 31, 1954, To Cecil E. and Evelyn Mauldin (Markham), she was a daughter of Artesia, deeply rooted in its heart.
A proud graduate of Artesia High School, Class of...
Colleen June Cochran
Mar 3, 2025
Colleen June Cochran, 90, passed away on March 3, 2025 at Convenant Hospital in Lubbock, Texas.
She was born on September 2, 1934 in Sherman, Texas to R.C. Davis and Blanche Rainbolt Davis.
June grew up in Sherman, Texas. She married her husband Carrol in 1950 in Artesia, NM. They were married for 63 years. She loved...
Adam Leachman
Feb 23, 2025
A viewing will be held for James Adam Leachman at Artesia Center on Friday, March 7, 2025, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm with a Memorial Service to immediately follow.
Adam, 44, passed away on February 23, 2025, in Artesia, NM. He was born on May 3, 1980, to James Ray and Rita Faye (Long) Leachman in Wichita, KS.Adam coached little...
Dickie Reedy
Feb 20, 2025
Dickie Raymond Reedy died peacefully at home, on February 20, 2025 in Artesia, New Mexico after a prolonged illness.
Dickie was a storyteller, a Boy Scout Leader, a special education teacher, and a hard worker in the oilfield. He was known for his outgoing personality and friendliness. He strove to love his family, his friends, and his church well.
Dickie was a...
Roland Starr
Feb 17, 2025
Roland (Cactus) Starr peacefully went home on February 17, 2025, surrounded by his children.
He was born to Winston Starr and Virginia (Davis) Starr on July 25, 1938, in Okemah, Oklahoma.
He married Sharon B. Starr (Tipps) on November 8, 1957. Together they had three children, Wendy (Woody) Wright, Jimmy Starr and Kelly (Jacquiline) Starr, seven grandchildren, Michele Padilla, Yvonne Wright, Kayla...
Esther Frazee
Feb 12, 2025
A rosary will be recited for Esther Hernandez Frazee at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church in Artesia, NM on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at 10:30 am. Funeral Mass will immediately follow at 11:00 am. Burial is at Woodbine Cemetery.
Esther was called to her eternal resting place on February 12, 2025. She was born to Ramon and Genevieve Hernandez in...
Don Cousins
Feb 12, 2025
A viewing for Don Edward Cousins will be held at Terpening & Son Chapel on Thursday, February 20, 2025 from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. A funeral service will be held at Trinity Temple on Friday, February 21, 2025 at 2:00 pm with a burial to follow at Twin Oaks Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Landon Cousins, Armando Caceres, Chris Hale, Kevin...
Tito Aguirre
Feb 8, 2025
Tito Meza Aguirre closed his eyes in peaceful rest on February 8, 2025. His life is set to be memorialized by family and friends on Friday, February 14, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at Faith Baptist Church with burial to follow at Woodbine Cemetery. There will be a viewing on Thursday, February 13, 2025 from 2:00-6:00 p.m. at Terpening & Son.
Pallbearers...
Robert Walls
Feb 4, 2025
Robert Arthur (RA) Walls passed away on February 4, 2025, in Artesia, New Mexico, at the age of 78.
RA was born on December 25, 1946, in Kermit, Texas, to William Arthur "Doc" and Allie Faye Walls. He grew up in Jal, New Mexico, and graduated from Jal High School in 1964. Shortly after graduation, he became a cadet in the...
Angela Wade
Feb 4, 2025
Angela "Angel" Wade 81, died on February 4, 2025 at her home in Artesia surrounded by family.
Angel was born in Abernathy, Texas to Leonard "Slim" Brooks and Evelyn Lorraine King Brooks. The family moved to Los Lunas, NM when she was 3 years of age. Angel Graduated from Los Lunas High School in 1961. After graduation she went to...
Alphonse "A.A." Klein
Feb 4, 2025
A rosary will be recited for A.A. Klein at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Artesia, NM on February 10, 2025 at 9:30 a.m. There will be a funeral mass to immediately follow at 10:00 a.m. Father Francis Lazer will officiate with a burial to follow at Woodbine Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be his grandsons Kevin Klein, Justin Powell, Randy Reed, Lance Conklin,...
Harold Parrish
Feb 2, 2025
Harold Dwane Parrish, 93, of Artesia, New Mexico passed away on February 2, 2025. He was born on November 5, 1931 in Hope, New Mexico to James and Flara Parrish.
He married Bonnie Needham Parrish on July 4, 1951. Harold was drafted into the Marines and was stationed in Japan during the Korean War.
Harold loved...
Virgie Romine
Jan 30, 2025
A memorial service for Virgie Delene (Joy) Romine will be held at First Baptist Church on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at 10:00 am.
Mrs. Romine, 74, passed away surrounded by her loving family on January 30, 2025, in Hope, NM.
She was born on August 21, 1950, to W.R. (Dub) Joy and EstaLee Booth in Roswell, NM.
Virgie grew up on the Joy...
Eva Ortega Lopez
Jan 28, 2025
Eva Ortega Lopez, born on March 13, 1956, left this world on January 28, 2025. A beloved member of her community, she touched many lives with her warmth and kindness throughout her 68 years.
Eva was a woman of great faith and unwavering commitment to her family and friends. Known for her nurturing spirit, she offered compassion and support to everyone...
Dorothy Laird
Jan 26, 2025
A graveside service will be held for Dorothy Beatrine Laird at Woodbine Cemetery on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at 10:00 am.
Mrs. Laird, 98, passed away on January 26, 2025, in Caldwell, TX. She was born on March 22, 1926, to John Harris and Sallie Mae Thomas in Tenaha, TX. On Oct. 4, 1947 she was married to Donald G Laird...
Sammy Marquez
Jan 23, 2025
Sammy M. Marquez, 79, passed away surrounded by his family on January 23, 2025 in his hometown of Artesia, NM.
Mr. Marquez was born on September 17, 1945, to Antoclo and Luz Marquez in Artesia, NM. He was a proud veteran who served in the United States Army. Sammy enjoyed fishing, camping, watching football and he loved to spend time with...
Bonnie Derrick
Jan 22, 2025
Bonnie Estelle Derrick,97, was born on March 12, 1927, to Chester and Lorraine Carpenter in Paducah, TX. She passed away on January 22, 2025, in Hope, NM.
Bonnie is preceded by her husband, Verl Derrick; son, Donald G. Derrick.
Those left to cherish her memory are her sons, Raymond E. Derrick, Robert A. Derrick, and Gary B. Derrick; sister, Idelle Burnet; numerous...
Donald Derrick
Jan 22, 2025
Donald Gene Derrick,72, was born on November 3, 1952, to Verl and Bonnie Derrick in Roswell, NM. He passed away on January 22, 2025, in Hope, NM.
Donald was known to be a great enthusiast of sports statistics.
He is preceded by his parents, Verl and Bonnie Derrick.
Those left to cherish his memory are his brothers, Raymond E. Derrick, Robert A. Derrick,...
Aristeo Garcia
Jan 22, 2025
A rosary will be held for Aristeo Marquez Garcia at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church on Thursday, January 30, 2024 at 9:30 am, followed by a funeral mass at 10:00 am.
Mr. Garcia, 88, was born on September 3, 1936, to Guadalupe and Jesusita Garcia in Mulato, Chihuahua, Mexico. He passed away on January 22, 2025, in Artesia, NM.
Aristeo was...
Refugia "Cookie" Angel
Jan 20, 2025
Our beloved Refugia "Cookie" Vargas Angel entered GOD'S Kingdom on January 20, 2025.
Refugia, 69, was born on May 21, 1955, to Martin Rivas Vargas and Oralia Deanda Contreras in Artesia, NM. She passed away surrounded by the love of her family in Las Cruses, NM.
Refugia's favorite activities were sewing, making Floral Arrangements, going out to eat at Red Lobster and...