Obituaries

Jon W Syferd

Jun 7, 2024

Jon Wayne Syferd, age 77, passed away on Friday, June 7, 2024. He was born on January 26, 1947 in Artesia, New Mexico, to Orlan and Velma Syferd.

Jon earned his bachelors degree from Eastern New Mexico University. He was a builder, an engineer and a teacher with a passion for learning, teaching and inspiring others.

Jon loved God, his family and...

Billy Latham

Jun 6, 2024

A viewing will be held at Terpening & Son Mortuary Wednesday, June12, 2024 from 2:00 pm until 6:00 pm for Billy Wayne Latham. Billygained his heavenly wings on June 6, 2024 with the love of his life,Roxanna, by his side. Billy was born on August 31, 1952 in Gilmer,Texas to Chester Wayne Latham and Melba Louise Jones.Billy grew up in...

Bobbie Menefee

May 31, 2024

Bobbie "Beth" Ballard was born on October 13, 1934 in Knox City, Texas. She is the only child of Robert Hollis Ballard and Frances Havens Ballard.

As an infant she lived in Rochester, Texas and later moved to Spur, Texas in her youth. In 1947, at the age of 9, she moved with her parents to Hagerman, NM. She lived in...

Richard Granados

May 29, 2024

Richard (Richie) Anthony Granados, 36, was called to his eternal resting place on May 29, 2024. Richie entered this world on April 10, 1988 to Rebecca Granados in Artesia, NM.

Richie enjoyed being with his sons, who were his pride and joy. He lived life to the fullest and enjoyed traveling, with his family whenever the opportunity arose. He would give...

Ophelia Martinez

May 25, 2024

A viewing will be held for Ophelia Chavarria Martinez on Thursday, May 30, 2024, from 2:00 to 6:00 pm at Terpening & Son Chapel. A rosary will be recited on Friday, May 31, 2024, at 9:30 am at Our Lady of Grace Church with a funeral mass to follow at 10:00 am.

Mrs. Martinez was born in Artesia,...

Serena Archer

May 21, 2024

Serena May Archer, a lifelong resident of Artesia, passed away peacefully on Tuesday May 21, 2024. She was 72 years old.

Born in 1951 to Argule and Media Fine, Serena graduated from Artesia High School in 1969, where she was known for her spirited personality. Shortly after graduation, she married the love of her life, Lonnie Archer, on June 13, 1969....

Stella Heathington

May 19, 2024

Stella E. Heathington entered into the glory of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on May 19, 2024. We find peace in knowing she is with her Heavenly Father and free from earthly pain and trials.

Stella was a lifetime (93 plus years) resident of Artesia, New Mexico. She entered this world as the middle child of Curtis (CA)...

Joshua Miller

May 18, 2024

Joshua Leon Miller is remembered as a friend with an ever-positive attitude and constant smile. Josh's friendliness is evident by the many friendships and fond memories being shared from all around the country. The overwhelming response received by his family is a testament that Josh was a man of character, trusted and respected by all who had the privilege to...

Juan Zubia

May 16, 2024

Juan Luis Zubia passed away peacefully on May 16, 2024 in El Paso, Texas after a valiant battle against cancer. Services will be Thursday from 5:00-7:00 with a Rosary and mass following on Friday at 1:00 p.m.

Luis was born on June 20, 1975 in Casas Grandes, Chihuahua, Mexico to Antonio Zubia and Armida Miranda.

He married Veronica (Chavez) on July 16,...

Martin Moreno

May 15, 2024

Martin H. (Tito) Moreno was born on May 22, 1933 and raised in the beautiful mountain area of Alpine, Texas. Martin ended his journey on this earth Wednesday, May 15, 2024 one week shy of his 91st birthday.Martin was one year in at Sul Ross University when he joined the U.S. Air Force in 1952 and ended his military service...

Juan Chavez

May 7, 2024

Funeral services for Juan Florez Chavez of Artesia, New Mexico are scheduled for 10:00 AM on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at Trinity Temple Assembly of God. Mr. Chavez, who was 96, passed away on May 7, 2024 in Artesia, NM. Juan was born on May 13, 1927 in Roswell, NM to Sisto Chavez and Susana Florez. In 1948, he met Rita...

Ofelia Perez

May 5, 2024

Ofelia O. Perez (Opie), went home to her Lord and Savior on May 5, 2024. She was surrounded by her husband Henry Perez and family. Opie was born on January 21, 1955 to Julian and Delfina (Navarette) Ochoa in Artesia, NM. Opie worked as a Yields Accountant at Navajo Refinery for many years before retiring to become a homemaker.

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Robby Cronian

May 4, 2024

Robby Cronian, 62, beloved Father, son and, brother was called to his eternal resting place on May 4, 2024. He entered this world on July 12, 1961 in Roswell, NM, born to Billy Cronian and Charla Webb.Public Viewing is set for Tuesday May 14, 2024 from 2:00-6:00 pm at Terpening and Sons. Graveside services will be held at Woodbine Cemetary...

Faustino Sanchez

May 4, 2024

Faustino Luna Sanchez of Artesia, NM, passed away on May 4, 2024, at the age of 76. He was born on December 21, 1947, in Zacatecas, Mexico, to Jose Maria Sanchez and Maria Elena Luna-Sanchez.

He was the third oldest of 9 siblings and spent all of his childhood in Mexico. He immigrated to the US in 1971 and...

Robert Waugh

May 3, 2024

Services are scheduled for 2 pm Friday, May 10, at Terpening & Son Chapel for Robert "Bob" Waugh of Artesia, New Mexico.Mr. Waugh, 92, went to be with the Lord on May 3, 2024 in Artesia.Jeff Alston will officiate at the services with burial to follow at Woodbine Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Grandsons: Shane Donaldson, Kienan Beasley, and Cody Waugh,...

Daniel G. Canales

May 2, 2024

Mr. Daniel Canales passed away May 2, 2024 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born February 19, 1935 in San Angelo, Tx to Juan Canales and Dolores Galindo. He was the fourth child born of his family.

Services are scheduled for 9:30 am Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church. Visitation will be at...

Isaac Granado

May 1, 2024

Services were held at 1 pm Thursday, May 9 at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church for Isaac Granado of Artesia, New Mexico.Mr. Granado, 32, died on May 1, 2024 in Artesia.Father Vijay will officiate at the services with burial to follow at Woodbine Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Alexis Cervantez, Mercedes Grado, Zachary Grado, Dominic Grado, Mikey Fuentes, Javier Flores,...

Enrique Lopez

May 1, 2024

In loving memory of Henry Lopez. age 72. Mr. Lopez passed away on May 1, 2024, at the Mountain View Regional Medical Center in Las Cruces. New Mexico. Services are scheduled for 9 AM on Friday, May 10, 2024, at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church. Henry was born on May 7, 1954,in Artesia, New Mexico, the son of Encarnacion...

Jose Eleazar Jimenez

Apr 28, 2024

Por el gran amor incondicional que te tenemos por el gran amor que nos dejaste, por esa semilla que florecera y permanesera quiero recordarte diariamente tus hijos, esposa, padres hermanos Y famila te amaremos etermanete.Siempre fuiste un buen hijo buen padre buen esposo siempre en nuestro corazon  Estiende tus alas Y se libre. Se llevará a cabo una visita el 2 de...

Milton Pennington

Apr 27, 2024

Services are scheduled for 10 am Saturday, May 4 at Faith Baptist Church for Milton C. Pennington of Artesia, New Mexico.

Mr. Pennington, 52, died on April 27, 2024 in Las Cruces, New Mexico.

Lee Roy Howard will officiate at the services with burial to follow at Woodbine Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Kyle McCauley, David Pennington, Brandon Pennington,...