Obituaries

Nov 16, 2020

Joe Alden Bayes, of Hobbs, passed into the arms of angels on November 16,2020 at the age of 89. He was born in Big Spring, Texas on December 18, 1930 to Joe and Mona Bayes. Graveside services for Joe will be held on December 3, 2020 at the Brunson Cemetery in Eunice at 2pm. Those friends and family who...

Nov 15, 2020

Eleazar Nevarez, 45, was born to Juan Nevarez Franco and Maria De La Luz Corral Gonzalez on May 19, 1975 in Tres Alamos, Chihuahua, Mexico. Eleazar “Chelo” passed away November 15, 2020 in Lubbock, Texas. He was a very caring person always willing to help someone in need. Eleazar “Chelo” enjoyed spending time with his family. He worked for Crossfire...

Nov 12, 2020

Shirlee Nell Rice, 66, was born on March 13, 1954 in Seagraves, TX and passed away on Thursday, November 12, 2020 in Lubbock, TX. She was a beloved mother, sister and grandmother.

She was proceeded in death by her parents; Nell Rice and Parmer Lee Rice (Tommy), three siblings; Judy Lindsey, Jerry Rice and Jimmy Rice and...

Nov 8, 2020

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

Nov 5, 2020

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

Nov 4, 2020

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

Oct 29, 2020

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

Oct 29, 2020

Felipe “Mark” Ortega passed from this life to the next on October 29, 2020 in Midland, Texas. He was born on August 16, 1972 to Refugo Ortega and Evangelina Martinez in Hobbs, New Mexico. A memorial service in his honor will be held 1pm, Tuesday, November 3, 2020 at Griffin Funeral Home.

Mark at his heart was...

Oct 23, 2020

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

Oct 19, 2020

Kimberlee Ann (Dye) Chipman

Kim (Kimmie) was born on August 9, 1954 to Clifford and Dorothy Dye. Kim was the third girl in their family. Kim was the kindest and most selfless person that anyone could ever meet. Kim was a true Angel on earth and now she has her wings. On October 19, 2020 Kim went...

Oct 15, 2020

Onofre Balderrama passed from this life and entered into eternal rest on October 15th, 2020 in Hobbs, NM. A memorial mass will be held on Tuesday October 20th, 2020 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Hobbs, NM at 11:00am.

Rosary will be held on Monday October 19th, 2020 at 3:00pm at Griffin Funeral...

Oct 9, 2020

On Friday, October 9th, 2020, Saul P. Aranda a.k.a. The Rock Man, loving son, brother, uncle, adored

husband, father, and grandpa, who always made you feel loved. At the age of 55, Saul went to be a

warrior for Jesus. He was a beloved friend to all who knew him. Saul, of Hobbs, was born...

Oct 7, 2020

Rita “Kay” Jackson, 65, passed away on Wednesday, October 07, 2020 after a long courageous battle with cancer at her residence in Lovington, New Mexico surrounded by her loving family.  Kay was born on April 27, 1955 in Artesia, New Mexico to Charlie and Allene Clayton. Kay was employed for over 30 years as a nurse and served the...

Sep 30, 2020

Desiree Renee Williams, of Hobbs, passed into the arms of Heaven on September 30, 2020 surrounded by those who love her. She was born on January 1, 1969 to Ruben and Virginia Saiz in Clovis, New Mexico. A memorial service in her honor will be held 1pm, Monday, October 5, 2020 at the LDS church in Hobbs, New Mexico....

Sep 21, 2020

Thomas Ali Calvillo, 34, was born on February 2, 1986 to Carlos Calvillo Sr. and Oralia Carrillo in Hobbs, New Mexico. Thomas passed away Monday, September 21, 2020 in Lubbock, Texas. Thomas was a very clever man who could pick up skills quickly. He helped his parents build their home. He was very good with his hands and could...

Sep 17, 2020

Jose Guadalupe Flores, 35, was born to Jose Guadalupe Flores Rodriguez and Alma Lorena Hernandez Lopez on August 15, 1986 in Chihuahua Mexico. Jose passed away Thursday, September 17, 2020 in Hobbs, New Mexico.  Left to cherish his memory are his parents Jose and Alma Flores; partner for 7 years, Tania Cruz; son, Axel Jose Flores; daughter, Aubree Flores; and step-daughter,  Vanessa...

Sep 17, 2020

Aaron James Smith, of Hobbs, passed into Heaven’s Gate on September 17, 2020. A Funeral service in his honor will be held on Friday, September 25 at 10:30 am at the Jefferson Street Church of Christ, with burial to follow at the Lovington Cemetery. A visitation will be held at Griffin Funeral Home on Thursday from 12pm-5pm. Please be...

Sep 9, 2020

Gayron Robbie Brown, of Hobbs, passed from this life to the next on September 9, 2020. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 15, 2020 from 10am-1pm, with a graveside service to be held at 1:30pm at Prairie Haven Memorial Park.

Gayron was born February 9, 1944 in Boaz, Alabama to Rayford and Rosie Brown, one...

Sep 7, 2020

Lawrence Smith passed away on Sep 7, 2020. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Sep 4, 2020

Thomas Juarez

October 14,1955-September 4, 2020

On September 4, 2020, Thomas Juarez of Hobbs NM, was called home to be with the Lord at the age of 64. He was born in Carlsbad, NM to Benito and Zulema Juarez on October 14, 1955. He will be lovingly remembered by his only child, Dominique Monika Juarez...