All Obituaries

Lorene Merrick, born June 16, 1951, passed away surrounded by the love of those she held dear. She was a devoted mother, sister, and friend whose warmth and humor touched countless lives. Lorene had a special love for her family, her sons, and even their beloved pets, who were always part of her extended circle of care. She often joked that she and her three sisters were like the “Golden Girls,” a bond filled with laughter, loyalty, and lifelong friendship. Known for her ...

       Otis R. Saenz, 88, of Ruidoso, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on June 9,2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Otis was born on January 20, 1938, in Fredericksburg, Texas. Throughout his life, he was known for his hardworking spirit, devotion to his family, and his deep love for horses. He spent many years working as a jockey, horse trainer, groomer, and horse owner at the racetrack, where he formed lasting friendships and earned the respect of those ...

Robert “Bobby” Mason Palmer, age 50, passed away on April 27, 2026. Bobby was born on July 17, 1975, to Rod Mason and Pamela Sue (King) Palmer. He was raised in Layton, Utah where he attended school and was surrounded by his large and loving family.   Bobby was preceded in death by his parents, Rod Mason and Pamela Sue (King) Palmer, and his brother, Alan Palmer, along with extended family members including grandparents, aunts, and uncles.   Bobby is survived by his ...

Charles "Chuck"  Thompson, 68, passed away on March 16, 2026, in El Paso, Texas. He was born on October 3, 1957, in Uniontown, Pennsylvania to John and Lagatha (Harford) Thompson.  After the death of Charles' mother, Lagatha, his father married Ruth Thompson and relocated the family to Amarillo, Texas in 1963. Charles attended Tascosa High School in Amarillo, TX. He then enlisted in the United States Air Force and served his country until he retired from Holloman Air ...

Terry Todd Rice, 63, passed away on March 5, 2026 in Tularosa, New Mexico. He was born on July 13, 1962 in Lander, Wyoming to Robert and Kathryn (Wise) Rice.  Terry was a very talented musician, meticulous dry-waller and painter, had a great sense of humor, but most of all, a love and compassion for humanity.  He spent much of his time helping others, and sharing his faith in God with everyone who would listen.  He was the type of person who would give you the shirt off of ...

Roy Gene O'Brien, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on February 24, 2026, at the age of 82 Roy was born on May 2, 1943, in Fallbrook, California to Joe Simon O'Brien and Barbara O'Brien. He attended Escondido High School in Escondido, California.  On June 29, 1964, he married the love of his life, Flora Cox. Roy was self-employed and proudly owned and operated Alamo Pewter Co. and O'Brien's Gifts alongside his wife, Flora, in Alamogordo, New ...

  Bonnie Jean Jones of Timberon New Mexico entered eternal rest in her home on February 6th, 2026 after a long battle with emphysema, parkinson's disease, osteoporosis, and lung cancer. Bonnie was born on October 19th ,1962 in Riverside, California to Marie Ann Jones (Schott) and Donald Eugene Jones. She was Married on April 30th 1982 in Springfield Missouri and had 4 children. She worked many jobs she loved including working for the nursing home and for Daylight ...

Gloria Scott, 75, passed peacefully at her home on January 25, 2026. She was born on October 3, 1950, in Sylvania Georgia. Her family would move to Alamogordo when her father was stationed at Holloman AFB.  Gloria grew up in Alamogordo where she graduated from High School. She moved to El Paso to go to college and become a Phlebotomist. She later took more college courses to begin her career at E.D.I. Financial as a Financial Advisor/Broker where she worked over 25 years. Gloria loved ...

Lelia Charlotte Priestley, 64, passed away on January 17, 2026 in Alamogordo, New Mexico. She was born on December 11, 1961 in Las Cruces, New Mexico to Joseph and Charlotte (Kincheloe) Priestley.  Lelia Priestley was a lover of family, faith, friends, life and everything that come with it.  She was an amazing mother, sister, friend and an all around amazing soul that was taken too soon. Survivors include her son, Harley Priestley-Rogers of Alamogordo, NM; brothers, Thomas ...

Suzanne Pauline Durko was born on February 3, 1937 in Newark, Ohio.  Suzanne passed away on January 16, 2026 just shy of reaching her 89th birthday on February 3. Suzanne had many accomplishments that she achieved in her lifetime, raising 4 children, the only licensed woman brick mason contractor in Florida at one time, worked at American Red Cross as a volunteer, was a waitress, homemaker, worked as a school nurse, was a published poet, worked for Kraft Foods, caregiver to her ...