Local Obituaries for Families in Grants, New Mexico

Feb 11, 2024

Carolyn Sue Scott, 81, passed away on February 11, 2024, in Grants, New Mexico in the comfort of her home. She was born in 1942 in Lebanon, Indiana. Carolyn was preceded in death by her beloved husband Eddie Scott, brother Joe George, and her parents Howard and Melvina George. She is survived by her brothers, Lloyd and David George, sisters...

Feb 1, 2024

Alan A Fernandez was born on September 16, 1970.  He passed away on February 1, 2024.  Alan is survived by his wife Laura Fernandez, Daughters - Alana Fernandez, Maricella Chavez, Marisol Lopez (Chris), and Ana Marquez, his son Noldie Marquez, Grandson - Louie Lopez, his Parents - Pete and Patsy Fernandez and Siblings - Pete Jr, Amy, Linda, and Chris,...

Jan 30, 2024

Hortensia Rubio Milan

March 6,1935 - January 30, 2024

Hortensia Rubio Milan (Tencha) passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 30,2024. Born

March 6,1935 in Mexico City, Mexico. Predeceased by her parents, Luis Rubio and Dolores

Ramirez Rubio. Tencha had five brothers and one sister. When Tencha was 14 years of age,

she joined her father and brothers riding motorcycles and even competed in...

Jan 21, 2024

Jacob "Wayland" HamblinBorn October 17th, 1938 to Roland S. Hamblin and Josephine Wiltbank Hamblin. Raised in Eagar and the Round Valley area, he eventually settled and retired in Rio Rancho, NM.  He lived a widely eventful life and passed away Sunday January 21st, 2024 on a family ranch in Seven Lakes, NM. He is deeply loved and will forever be...

Jan 12, 2024

 

Nellie passed peacefully from this life on January 12, 2024 after a gradual decline in her health. Nellie was born on May 15, 1938 in Crownpoint NM. Nellie has been a longtime resident of the Nursing home.   Nellie accepted Christ as her savior with The Assembly of God in Prewitt NM where she served as faithful member who...

Jan 7, 2024

Billie Eugene Cotten made his debut on March 20, 1957. As a child he was curious, adventurous, and a collector of everything. All traits he carried with him into adulthood. When Billie was 11 his family moved from Orange, CA to Continental Divide, and finally to Gallup, NM; the place Billie called home. As a teen, Billie worked construction with...

Jan 5, 2024

 

A Rosary for Annette Chavez 54, of San Rafael, New Mexico will be held on Friday January 13th, 2024 at 2 pm at Mt. Taylor Funeral Home Chapel.

The viewing will be held after the Rosary.

Annette was born on September 24th 1969 in Grants, New Mexico and She passed away at her home on January 5, 2024. She...

Jan 1, 2024

Jose Rodriguez Ill (Joe) passed away on January 1 2024 Jose was 53 years old when he passed away after a brief illness. Jose was born on July 24,1970 to Santiago Rodriguez Sr. and Viola (Gurule) Rodriguez in Fort hood, Texas and grew up in San Rafael NM.

Jose was a loving and caring Father and Grandfather who enjoyed spending time...

Dec 22, 2023

Joe Maurice Gallegos was a loved husband, father, papa, and friend. He passed away in his sleep in the early morning hours on Friday, December 22, 2023.Joe was born in Clovis, N.M. on September 19, 1939. He graduated from Belen high school in 1958. Shortly after he enlisted in the U.S. army and served for 23 years. He later worked...

Dec 21, 2023

It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of son, grandson, nephew, and friend Jesse Chavez.  Jesse  was born on August 17, 2003 in Albuquerque New Mexico. Jesse Chavez was taken from us on December 21, 2023. Jesse’s passing was sudden and unexpected. Jesse is survived by his mother, Christy Chavez father Leonel Valdes Grandmother, Vivian Ballew, Grandfather David...

Dec 1, 2023

Jimmie W. Evans, age 75, passed away on December 1, 2023. He was born onFebruary 13, 1948, in Miami, Florida, to Elinor Frances Wood and Euclin “Tex”Evans. His stepfather was James R. Galbraith. Jim spent the first years of his lifein Cuba and Haiti. He also spent time in Pampa, Texas, where his biological fatherlived. He came to Grants, NM,...

Nov 30, 2023

 

Memorial Services for Glenda Gail “Crow” Lopez, 68 of Gallup, New Mexico will be held on Saturday, December 9, 2023 at 11:00 AM, Lighthouse International Ministries, 2045 Westview St. Gallup, New Mexico, Pastor Bill Overton will officiate. Instead of food or gifts, the family would rather have you send some flowers to the service, Glenda loved flowers. Glenda was...

Nov 25, 2023

Norman Sabroe (87), of Grants, NM, passed away on November 25, 2023, surrounded by his family andfriends of whom were present in-person and in-prayer.Norman was born on February 13, 1936, to father, Axel Sabroe, and mother, Ann Sabroe, in Brooklyn,NY. As a young adult, he joined the United States Marine Corps and moved to San Diego, CA, where hewas stationed...

Nov 24, 2023

Onie Marquez, a devoted husband and father, passed away on November 24, 2023, at the ageof 82. Born on April 21, 1941, to Benedito and Eleanor Marquez in Piedra Lumbre, New Mexico,Onie was the sixth of nine children. His journey through life was marked by hard work, familyvalues, and unwavering faith.Onie spent his early years in Piedra Lumbre, where he...

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Nov 11, 2023

Lyla Rae Owens was born on December 21, 1939; She passed away on November 11, 2023. She is survived by her children D.J. (Robin) Hovland, Warren (Tracy) Hovland, Crinda (Robert) Chavez, Loren Hovland, Tanya (Gary) Mangini, Many Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren

Nov 9, 2023

Abe Edward JaramilloAbe Edward Jaramillo, a lifelong resident of Grants, NM was born on April 12, 1946, and died November 9, 2023, at age 77. Visitation for Abe will begin at 10 am at Mt. Taylor Funeral Home with a service to follow. Interment will be at Grants Memorial Park and a reception will follow at VFW Post 3221.Abe was...

Nov 4, 2023

Henry G Rodarte 90 years old passed away on 11-4-2023 at home with his family around him. Henry was born in Rodarte, New Mexico to Frumencio and Elisa Rodarte, he was one of 12 children.growing up. He spent some time with his grandparents Trinidad and Elaisita Martinez often as a child. Henry attended school in Penasco, New Mexico.  When he...

Nov 3, 2023

It is with a heavy heart we share the passing of Ancil “Bud” Newton Williams Jr.,97, of Grants, New Mexico on Friday, November 3 rd , 2023. Bud was born in SudanTexas on December 20, 1925. Bud is preceded in death by his Father, Ancil “Slim”Newton Williams Sr., Mother Ruth Vernon Sanford, Sisters Joyce Clements,Audrey Navotny, Mickey Patrick, Grandson Nicholas...