Obituaries

Jan 2, 2022

Janie DeLeon gained her wings on Sunday January 2, 2022 surrounded by her family at the age of 75. She was born March 26, 1946 in Shallowater, Tx to Justo Lopez and Ermenia Garcia. She is survived by her amazing and loving family 4 sisters and 3 brothers, including her husband Sergio DeLeon Sr., children Rosa Franco, Jessica Deleon (Mark...

Dec 29, 2021

Kim Marie Clare, age 59, passed from this earthly realm on December 29, 2021, surrounded by her family.

Kim was born on July 22, 1962 to John Brit Clare, Jr. and Jackie Trucene Crowder Clare.

“I Love You”, if three words ever described Kim, those were it. She loved fiercely and always made sure you...

Dec 29, 2021

Newman Isbell, of Hobbs, passed away on December 29, 2021, at his home. He was born August 16, 1942 in Boswell, Oklahoma to Paul and Evelynn Isbell.

Newman was a lifelong horse lover and trader, though he worked several years in the oilfield, he always went back to horses. Newman also loved children, not just his own,...

Dec 25, 2021

David Vela, of Andrews, Texas, went home with the lord on Christmas Day, 2021. He was born the oldest of 4 children to Cristano and Delia Vela in Levelland, Texas. A funeral service in his honor will be held on December 30, 2021 at The Christian Center in Hobbs, New Mexico at 2pm. Family and friends are welcome to...

Dec 8, 2021

Elvira Fuentes (Marrufo) gained her wings on Wednesday December 8, 2021 with surrounding family and friends, at the age of 88 in Hobbs New Mexico. She was born on January 15, 1933, in Chihuahua, Chihuahua Mexico to Juan Marrufo and Otilia Lugo proceeded in death by both parents, 2 sisters, and her husband Jesus Fuentes of 50 plus years.

Dec 4, 2021

Blanca Granados, of Hobbs, passed away surrounded by her family on December 4, 2021, at the age of 40. A funeral service in her honor will be held 2pm on Friday, December 10, 2021, at the Christian Center, with burial to follow at Prairie Haven Memorial Park. Family and friends are welcome at Griffin Funeral Home on Thursday from...

Nov 28, 2021

JC Allred Jr passed away on Sunday, November 28th, 2021, surrounded by his family.

JC was born on January 1st, 1970, to JC Sr. and Betty Allred in Hobbs, New Mexico.

JC supported his family working for Kirk Staggs at Pro Well Testing and Wireline for 30 years. During those years everyone he worked with...

Nov 25, 2021

Susan Kathleen Stanford-Bickford of Texas City, Texas, passed away Thursday November 25, 2021 in Hobbs, New Mexico. She was born February 8, 1962 in Cushing Oklahoma to Douglas R. Riley and Donna K. Jordan Riley.

Susan is survived by her son, Charles D. Riley of Snyder, Texas, mother Donna McCormick of Hobbs, New Mexico, nephew Johnathan P....

Nov 23, 2021

Following a lengthy battle with cancer, June passed away on November 23, 2021, in Hobbs, New Mexico.

June was born on July 3, 1946 to Edwin and Adela Langfeldt in Neillsville, Wisconsin. She graduated from Loyal High School in 1964. She married a military man and lived in many different areas as military families often do.

Nov 17, 2021

Daniel P. Quiroz, of Hobbs, passed away surrounded by his family on November 17, 2021, at the age of 58. A visitation for Daniel will be held at Griffin Funeral Home Monday, November 29, from 10am-7pm, with a rosary to be recited at 5:30pm. Family and friends are invited to share stories and memories of Daniel after the rosary...

Nov 8, 2021

Noel Lopez Dominguez

March 28, 1964 – November 08, 2021

Age: 57

Beloved Son, Brother, Father, & Friend was called to his eternal resting place on November 08, 2021. He entered this world on March 28, 1964, to Frederico Sr. and Feliz Dominguez. He is survived by a daughter Sarah Dominguez and Grandson...

Nov 7, 2021

Jennifer Nicole Heredia, 26, loving wife, mother, and daughter passed away Sunday, November 07, 2021 in Hobbs, New Mexico.  Jennifer was born to Jesus Hernandez and Brenda Heredia on February 09, 1995 in Hobbs. She was a graduate of Hobbs High School and soon married on May 16, 2014 to Simon Montalvo. Together they have two children. Jennifer was...

Nov 2, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for Betty Lynn (Adams) Sullins. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Nov 2, 2021

Bill Bridges

William Bernell Bridges entered life October 3, 1931 at Carlsbad, NM and went to be with our Lord Jesus November 2, 2021 at the age of 90. A Celebration of his Life will be held on Monday, November 8 at the Loop First Baptist Church at 1pm MST, 2pm CST. Family and friends are welcome...

Nov 1, 2021

Charlie Chapple was born June 17, 1935, in Hope Arkansas to parentage of Henry and Lillian Vine Chapple. Mrs. Lillian Chapple and son moved to West Texas where they spent some time before later moving to Littlefield, Texas in the year of 1937 where she met Earl Givan. They lived in different towns including Roundup, Amherst and other places...

Oct 25, 2021

Maria De Los Angeles Aguirre, age 65, of Hobbs, New Mexico, passed away on Monday, October 25th, 2021. She was born on October 3rd, 1956, in Parral Chihuahua, Mexico, to Guerrero Aguirre and Guillermina Primera.

Maria had a joyful spirit that will not be soon forgotten. She was great company for her mother as they spent their...

Oct 19, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for Shanell Yvonne Oliver. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Oct 18, 2021

Thurman Darnell Brooks, 48, of Hobbs, NM, died unexpectedly, on October 18, 2021, after a recent kidney transplant. The family is deeply saddened by his sudden death. He was born on September 26, 1973.    He had attended Hobbs Schools and was a 1992 graduate of Hobbs High School. He had lived in Hobbs most of his life, except for...

Oct 18, 2021

Vera Em’ly Scott, of Hobbs, passed away on October 18th, 2021 at the age of 85 in Carlsbad, New Mexico. She was born on January 12, 1936, to George Glasspoole and Vera Leiler Glasspoole. A funeral service for Vera will be held on Monday 2pm, October 25, 2021, at Griffin Funeral Home, with burial to follow at Prairie Haven...

Oct 12, 2021

Sally Saiz Chavez, 69, loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend was born to Jose Gonzales and Lucia Saiz Gonzalez on February 22, 1952 in Carlsbad, NM. Sally passed away Thursday, October 12, 2021 in Hobbs, NM. Sally was a bartender in her younger days and loved dancing and hanging out with family every weekend. She loved family get...