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Patricia Dailey Johnson, 80, of Albuquerque, NM, died Sunday, Aug. 21, 2005, after a long illness. She was an avid supporter of the Desert Journal, being the mother of the publisher. She was born April 10, 1925, in Indianapolis, IN, to Elizabeth Vogt and Joseph L. Dailey Sr. She moved with her family to New Mexico when she was six months old and was a resident of Albuquerque most of her life. She graduated from Sandia Girls School in Albuquerque and Smith College in Massachusetts.

Pat Johnson displaying her 2002 Silver Horizons award

She was a social worker and health planner with the State of New Mexico Department of Health and Human Services for many years, retiring in 1987. She was known throughout the state for her work.

As past state president of the New Mexico Chapter of the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), her main pursuit was universal health care coverage for all. She was honored with the Silver Horizons New Mexico 2002 Senior Hall of Fame Award (pictured above) and recognized for her lifetime commitment to community service. As a senior advocate, she had said it's issues like the lack of universal health care in this country that drove her to work hard on behalf of all New Mexicans, young and old.

She enjoyed traveling during her early retirement and playing bridge and other card games with her many friends. She supported the Albuquerque Little Theatre, Albuquerque Civic Light Opera and Albuquerque Zoo. She attended the Hillside Community Church at Jefferson and Zuni SE.

Survivors include her four sons, Gregory F. Johnson and wife Clara, Martin D. Johnson, William L. "Bill" Johnson and wife Teresa of Desert Journal fame, and Steffen R. "Bert" Johnson, all of Albuquerque; her brother, James F. Dailey of Toledo, OH; her sister, Pamela D. Gatschet of Syracuse, NY; her grandchildren, Allison Thompson and husband Matt, Amber and Courtney Johnson, and Joshua L. Ebberts; her great-grandchildren, Paris Ebberts, Veruca Morgan and Stewart Morgan; numerous nieces, nephews and countless friends. She was preceded in death by her brother Joseph L. Dailey Jr. in 1989, and her granddaughter Gina M. Ebberts in June 2004.

Viewing will be from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Friday, Aug. 26, at Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, where a memorial service will be held at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 27, with Pastor Chuck Kofahl of Tramway Community Church officiating.

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(posted 8-22-05; revised 8-23-04, 8-25-05, 8-28-05, 10-3-05 )

Gina Marie Ebberts, 21, of Truth or Consequences, NM, died Wednesday, June 16, 2004, at her home.

She was born May 6, 1983, in Wichita, KS, to Teresa Carol (Cassady) and Howard Ebberts. She attended Geronimo Springs High School in T or C and during her younger years she was a member of the ZoyE Pappas Tap Dance Class, which held community performances, and the T or C Dolphins Swim Team.

She was a retail clerk most recently at the Circle K convenience store in T or C and previously at the Williamsburg Chevron. She also had worked at McDonald’s and at T-R-C Big-A-Burger in T or C. She was the main distributor about a year for the Desert Journal - which she named for her parents, the publishers, at age 12 in September 1995 - until the weekly newspaper folded in May last year.

Survivors include her three children, Paris Ann Ebberts, 5, Veruca Violet Morgan, 21 months old, and Stewart Ray Morgan, two months old; her husband, Justin L. “J” Morgan, all of Truth or Consequences; her parents, Teresa C. and William L. “Bill” Johnson of Albuquerque; her parents-in-law, Lyle R. and Linda S. Morgan of Buckeye, AZ; her brother, Joshua L. Ebberts of Socorro, NM; her maternal grandparents, Marcella and Gene Loyd of T or C; her paternal grandmother, Pauline Ebberts of Towanda, KS; her grandmother, Patricia D. Johnson of Albuquerque; her uncles and aunts, Ray Cassady of Dolores, CO, Carry and Kathy Cassady of Dolores, CO, Bruce Cassady of T or C, Greg and Clara Johnson, Martin Johnson and Bert Johnson, all of Albuquerque; her many cousins; and many close friends.

She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Gene Ebberts; and great-grandmother, Lois Magness.

Viewing will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. Monday, June 21, at French Mortuary of Truth or Consequences, NM, with private memorial services to be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the fund of Gina’s children (to be established). Arrangements are by French Mortuary of T or C Inc.; 505-894-2574.

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(posted 6-17-04)

John David Douglas, 62, a resident of Truth or Consequences the last 10 years, died Sunday, May 23, 2004, at Sierra Vista Hospital. He was born May 14, 1942, in Houston, TX, to Garfield James and Dorothy Arline (Rickert) Douglas. He was a U.S. Navy veteran and was a certified welder and master mechanic most of his life. He married Ruth M. Romero on May 16, 1988, in Albuquerque, NM. He enjoyed wood work and fishing. He and his wife moved to T or C in 1994.

Survivors include his wife, Ruth, of the T or C home; two sons and one daughter, David Douglas, Charles Douglas and Peggy Douglas, all of Oklahoma City, OK; two brothers, Ronald E. Douglas and wife Joann of Albuquerque, and Charles Douglas and wife Carol of T or C; his sister, Sharon Beigel and husband Dave of California; a grandson; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father and brother, Lynn Douglas.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, May 26, 2004, at the Sierra Funeral Home in T or C. Graveside funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 27, at Vista Memory Gardens Cemetery in T or C with Rev. Mike Skidmore officiating. Arrangements are by Sierra Funeral Home of T or C.

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(posted 5-25-04)

Weltha Estella Palmer, 82, died May 16, 2004, at her brother’s home in Williamsburg, NM, after a long illness. She was born June 21, 1921, in Senorito, NM to Winfred Barnabus and Frances Winifred (Stubbs) Bletcher. She married John Kelsey Palmer on April 2, 1954, in Truth or Consequences, NM. The homemaker was a member of the American Legion, the Veterans of Foreign Wars Women's Auxiliary and the Presbyterian Church in Springerville.

Survivors include her husband, John K. Palmer of Springerville, AZ; two step-sons, Ryan Palmer and Lee Palmer, both of Springerville, AZ; her brother, Gerald W. Bletcher of Williamsburg, NM; two half sisters, Rose Mary Gallegos and Lillie Gallegos, both of Cuba, NM; and a step sister, Norris Hinkel of Organ, NM; three step-grandchildren; and one great-step grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Leonard B. Bletcher.

Memorial services will be held at a later date in Springerville, AZ. Local arrangements were by Sierra Funeral Home and Sierra Crematory of T or C.

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(posted 5-22-04)

Rosendo C. Valenzuela, 88, of Truth or Consequences, died Sunday, May 9, 2004.

He was born Oct. 18, 1915, in Las Palomas, Sierra County, NM, to Ascension and Elvira (Chavez) Valenzuela. He married Mary Armijo on Feb. 14, 1941, in Las Palomas. He was a building inspector for the City of Truth or Consequences and the Village of Williamsburg for more than 35 years. He enjoyed gardening, especially growing rosebushes and fruit trees. He also enjoyed watching old western movies especially those featuring John Wayne. He was an avid Bingo player while residing at the Sierra Health Care Center.

Survivors include his two sons, Sonny Valenzuela and wife Eva of T or C, and Jesus Albert Valenzuela and wife Ilene of Las Vegas, NV; his daughter, Connie Brahm and husband Robert of T or C; his two sisters, Erlinda and Angela; 14 grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary, in April 1988; his daughter, Lupe Lopez; his two brothers, Jose and Rumaldo; and his sister, Cornelia.

Visitation will be held today (Tuesday, May 11) from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and again on Wednesday, May 12, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Sierra Funeral Home in T or C. Prayer vigil and rosary will begin at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 12, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in T or C, where Mass of Christian burial also will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 13, with Revs. Art Roberts and Sean Garrity, officiating. Pall bearers will include his grandsons, Chris Brahm, Michael Lopez, Richard Lopez, Zane Miller, Steve Valenzuela and Victor Valenzuela. Honorary pall bearers include Eddie Armijo, Herman and Sugar Armijo and his grandchildren. Concluding services and interment will follow at Vista Memory Gardens Cemetery in T or C where he will be laid to rest beside his wife. The OLOPH Bereavement Committee will provide a luncheon immediately after the services. Arrangements are by Sierra Funeral Home in T or C.

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(posted 5-11-04)

Jeanne Belle Rothwell, 81, a resident of Truth or Consequences since 1983, died Saturday, May 1, 2004, at Sierra Vista Hospital.

She resided at the Sierra Health Care Center. She was born Aug. 26, 1922, in Long Beach, CA, to James Christopher and Anna Elizabeth (Hall) Barlet. She was a wedding chapel director in Reno, NV, and owned a thrift store in Love Lock, NV. She lived many years with her son, Frank Bakken, on Hackberry Lane before his death in 2000. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Survivors include her daughter, Patty Leona Garrison-Metzger of Glen Carbon, IL; her three sons, Don Clyde of Vermillion, SD, Chris Clyde and Tom Clyde, both of Carson City, NV; her two sisters, Myrtle Ruth Richards of Corsicana, TX, and Ann Elizabeth Mesenbrink of Sebastopol, CA; her two brothers, James Christopher Barlet of Sonora, CA, and Jim Barlet of North Powder, OR; 36 grandchildren; and more than 60 great-grandchildren.

No local services are planned at this time. Arrangements are by Sierra Funeral Home and Sierra Crematory in T or C.

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(posted 5-6-04)

Adam R. Murr, 76, of Truth or Consequences, NM, died Wednesday, April 21, 2004.

He was born June 2, 1927, in Junction, TX, to Roland and Mae (Becker) Murr. The U.S. Army veteran worked most of his life as a large equipment operator in roadwork. His work required him to live and travel all over America. He was a loyal and devoted Dallas Cowboy football fan and enjoyed hunting and fishing in his spare time.

Survivors include his wife of more than 25 years, Carol L. Murr, of the family home in T or C; her brother, Alton Murr, and his wife Charlotte of Junction, TX; two sisters, Naomi Low of Junction, TX, and Lillie Ray of Linden, TX; her two stepsons, William L. Atzhley and wife Wanda of Rexburg, ID, and Ronald Atzhley of Ashton, ID; her stepdaughter, Cynthia Jordon, and husband Pat of Gillette, WY; 13 step-grandchildren; and several step-great-grandchildren.

No local services are planned at this time. Local arrangements are by Sierra Funeral Home and Sierra Crematory of T or C.

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(posted 4-26-04)

Eleanore R. Edwards, 77, of Elephant Butte, died Monday, April 19, 2004, at her home. She was born May 31, 1926, in Douglas, AZ, to Thomas Markham and Eula Mae (Pittman) Brown. She was a member and past president of the Sierra Health Care Center Ladies Auxiliary. She was an avid gardener and enjoyed cooking.

Survivors include her husband, James Fabris of the family home in Elephant Butte; her two sons, Joe Heidrick and wife Kathy, and Jim Edwards; her brother, Gerald R. Brown and wife Eulalie; her sister, Eula Markham Shinn; and five grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and her son, Bill Heidrick.

Private services will take place at a later date. Arrangements are by Sierra Funeral Home and Sierra Crematory of T or C.

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(posted 4-26-04)

Charles J. “Chuck” Laudick, 71, a resident of the Truth or Consequences area since 1994, died Sunday, April 11, 2004, in Illinois.

He was born Sept. 10, 1932, in Columbus, OH, to Rayner J. and Eva M. (Chesler) Laudick. He attended St. John's Grade and High School in Delphos, OH, and Ohio State University in Columbus. He served three years in the U.S. Army’s Airborne Division. He spent time in Korea on the front lines and received several medals there. After 33 years in the newspaper business he retired in Beardstown, IL, as a publisher of Beardstown Newspapers. While living in T or C, he was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3317 in Williamsburg and Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in T or C. He was married to his wife Delores for the last seven years.

He is survived by six children.

Private family graveside services were held Friday, April 16, at Vista Memory Gardens Cemetery in T or C. Local arrangements were by Sierra Funeral Home of T or C.

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(posted 4-19-04)

Jackie Dean Williams, 71, of Truth or Consequences, died Thursday, April 15, 2004, at the New Mexico State Veterans Home. He was born Sept. 24, 1932, in Cherryville, MO, to William Marshall and Edna Daisy (Fann) Williams. He U.S. Navy veteran served during the Korean Conflict. He was a self-employed radio and television repairman most of his life.

Survivors include his two sons, Keith Dean Williams of Houston, TX, and Terrence A. Williams of Bastrop, TX; three brothers, Wilburn Willis Williams, Robert Dale Williams and Herman Neal Williams; and two sisters, Virginia Lee Johnson and H. Joann Heilman, all of Illinois.

Private graveside services were held at the Fort Bliss National Cemetery in El Paso, TX. Arrangements were by Sierra Funeral Home of T or C.

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(posted 4-19-04)

Billy J. Clark, 78, of Williamsburg, died Thursday, April 14, 2004, at the Mountain View Regional Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM.

He was born Feb. 6, 1926, in Mimbres, NM, to Samuel J. and Lucy (Tabb) Clark. The U.S. Navy veteran served during World War II as a technician in the 65^th Transportation Corps Harbor Craft Company. He was decorated with the Asiatic Pacific Theater Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal and the Victory Medal. He was self-employed in the ranching business. He was a member of the Rio Grande Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 3317 in Williamsburg. He loved the mountains and his horses and will be fondly remembered as an ole' gentlemen cowboy.

Survivors include his three daughters, Laursie Looney and husband Raymond of Las Cruces, NM, Marcy Almansour and husband Hassan of Calgary, Alberta, Canada, and Donna Stratton of Florida; three sons, Samuel Clark of Texas, George Clark of Caballo, NM, and Patrick Barnes and wife Adriana of Alamogordo, NM; and seven grandchildren.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 21, at the Caballo Community Church in Caballo with Rev. Jim Wood officiating. A luncheon will follow the services at the church. Private family burial will take place later that day at the Las Palomas Cemetery. Arrangements are by Sierra Funeral Home of Truth or Consequences.

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(posted 4-19-04)

Pearl Sadie Bero, 79, of Elephant Butte, died Monday April 12, 2004, at her home. She was born to Aug. 18, 1924, in Lincoln, NE, to Dewey H. and Sadie M. (DeCelle) Bero. She was employed as a nurse in hospitals and nursing homes most of her life. She enjoyed fishing, hunting and traveling. She was an active member of the Church at the Butte for many years.

She is survived by her sister, Naomi D. Rauscher of Green Bay, WI.

Arrangements are by Sierra Funeral Home and Sierra Crematory of Truth or Consequences.

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(posted 4-19-04)

Emery J. Maksa, 77, of Truth or Consequences, died Sunday, April 11, 2004, at the New Mexico State Veterans Home. He was born Sept. 14, 1926, in Chicago, IL, to Emil and Catherine I. (Puhalak) Maksa. The U.S. Army veteran served during World War II. He was in construction most of his life.

He is survived by his sister, Helen Adams, and his nephew, Gerald J. Adams, both of LaGrange Park, IL.

Burial was in Saint Mary Cemetery in Evergreen Park, IL, on Thursday, April 15. Local arrangements were by Sierra Funeral Home of T or C.

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(posted 4-19-04)

Janice Mars, 79, of Williamsburg, died Friday, April 9, 2004, at her home. She was born June 17, 1924, in Lincoln, NE, to Dewey Z. and Mae (Murphy) Marx. She attended the University of Nebraska more than two years studying speech and drama. She finished her college degree at age 66 at the University of New Mexico in Silver City majoring in academic studies of Spanish and History.

Survivors include her brother, William E. Marx of West Covina, CA; her cousin, Dr. D. James McCabe and his wife Marla of Lincoln, NE; and her friend, Rosa Albidrez Acuna of Silver City, NM.

No services are planned at this time. Arrangements are by Sierra Funeral Home and Sierra Crematory of Truth or Consequences.

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(posted 4-19-04)

Maria Teresa Munoz, 58, of Truth or Consequences, died Tuesday, March 30, 2004, at the Memorial Medical Center in Las Cruces. She was born April 27, 1945, in San Carlos, Chihuahua, Mexico, to Margarita M. Munoz. As a young teenager her family moved to Deming where she lived more than 25 years. She was employed at the Safeway stores as a cashier and eventually relocated to T or C where she lived the last 18 years.

Survivors include her mother, Margarita M. Candelaria and husband Henry of T or C; her sister, Alice M. Gonzales of Albuquerque; two nieces, Margaret G. Denton and husband Richard, and Jeanette B. Gonzales, both of Albuquerque; a great niece, Kaitlyn B. Denton; and a great nephew, Tomas Augustine Denton, both of Albuquerque.

Funeral mass was celebrated at 10 a.m. today (Friday, April 2) at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in T or C with Rev. Don Hyatt officiating. Burial will be at 1:30 p.m. today at Mountain View Cemetery in Deming. Arrangements are by Sierra Funeral Home of T or C.

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(posted 4-2-04)

Elsie Mae Carter, 80, died Tuesday, March 30, 2004, at the Sierra Vista Hospital in Truth or Consequences. She was born Oct. 15, 1923, in Terrell, TX. She was a homemaker whose life evolved around her children and their activities.

Survivors include her three sons, Tim Carter of Elephant Butte, Dean Carter and wife Trisha of Orlando, FL, and Gary Carter and wife Bernadette of Phoenix, AZ; his daughter, Jackie Hess and husband Ron of Vancouver, WA; six grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Her husband, Jack W. Carter, and her parents preceded her in death.

Burial will be beside her husband at Fort Bliss National Cemetery during private family services. Arrangements are by Sierra Funeral Home and Sierra Crematory in T or C.

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(posted 4-2-04)

Edna Marie “Willie” Terrill, 99, of Truth or Consequences, died Friday, March 26, 2004, at the Sierra Health Care Center. She was born Oct. 4, 1904, in Taintor, Iowa, to John and Dora (Scharff) Molenburg. She married Dale Terrill on March 4, 1950, in Compton, CA. She loved to crochet, knit and work puzzles.

Survivors include her son, Dale R. Griggs and wife Delores of T or C; three granddaughters; and numerous great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1982, her parents, two brothers and two sisters.

No services are planned at this time. Arrangements are by Sierra Funeral Home and Sierra Crematory of T or C; 505-894-4428.

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(posted 3-31-04)

Dorothy Alice Decoster, 82, died Saturday, March 27, 2004, at the Mountain View Regional Medical Center in Las Cruces. She was born Jan. 3, 1922, in Detroit, MI, to Gardner and Marie A. (Valentine) Schultz. She was a homemaker.

Survivors include her daughter, Pamela Hayo and husband Carl of Hillsboro, NM; her son, Charles Decoster and wife Jane, of Seattle, WA; and her granddaughter, Barbara Meskers of Kent, WA. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard, in 1997, her parents, one brother and one sister.

No local services are planned at this time. Arrangements are by Sierra Funeral Home and Sierra Crematory of T or C.

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(posted 3-31-04)

Donald C. Johnson, 91, of Truth or Consequences, died Saturday, March 20, 2004, while residing at the New Mexico State Veterans Home. He was born Oct. 27, 1912, in Plains, MT, where he spent most of his life, to Thomas Dorrison and Mary Adelaide (Daniels) Johnson. He was veteran of the U.S. Army, receiving the American Theater Service Medal, Asiatic Pacific Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. He loved to fly fish and enjoyed hunting.

Survivors include his cousin, Beverly Hermanson, of Olympia, WA, and a dear friend, Eileen M. Peterson, of T or C.

Services will be held at a later date in his home state of Montana. Local arrangements were by Sierra Funeral Home and Sierra Crematory of T or C.

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(posted 3-31-04)

Robert M. Lohr, 50, died from injuries sustained in an automobile accident on Saturday, March 20, 2004. He was born Aug. 17, 1953, in Jacksonville, FL, to Clair Winston and Hazel Gilley Lohr. He was a long time member of the First Foursquare Church in Jacksonville. He loved many things in life, his family, horses, art, photography and exploring the never-ending mountains of New Mexico.

Survivors include his parents, Clair and Hazel Lohr of Jacksonville, FL; two brothers, Roy W. Lohr of T or C and John M. Lohr of Jacksonville, FL;; two sisters, Sandra J. Wilson and Cathy A. Atkinson, both of Jacksonville, FL; and many nieces, nephews and grand nieces and grand nephews.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, March 24, at the Foursquare Gospel Church in Jacksonville, FL. Burial was in Riverside Memorial Park. Local arrangements were by Sierra Funeral Home of T or C.

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(posted 3-31-04)

Beula Evelyn Woolard, 90, formerly of Truth or Consequences, died Monday, March 22, 2004 while residing at her nephew’s home in Mountain Home, AR.

She was born March 30, 1913, in Felsburg, Kansas, to Clarence Clayton and Anna Lois (McCarty) Weese. n April 13, 1984, She married Robert William Woolard April 13, 1984, in Florence, AZ. The couple moved to T or C in 1992 and were members of the Church of Christ.

She is survived by her nephew, Stephen Weese of Mountain Home, AR; two grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents, two husbands, a son and one brother.

Funeral services were held Friday, March 26, at the Church of Christ on East Third Street in T or C with Mr. A. C. Morris officiating. She was laid to rest beside her husband at Vista Memory Gardens Cemetery in T or C. Arrangements were by Sierra Funeral Home of T or C.

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(posted 3-31-04)

Mamie Lena Harrington, 96, of Tucson, AZ, died March 7, 2004. She was born March 22, 1907, in Abernathy, TX, to Lemuel and Mackie Virginia (Scott) Ragland. She was a Bible schoolteacher most of her life, following her husband's pastoral work in Arizona, New Mexico and Texas. They moved to Truth or Consequences, NM, in 1971 where he was pastor at the First Assembly of God Church. They later moved to Tucson in 1986.

Survivors include her daughter, Louise Brock of Tucson; a daughter-in-law, Marlene Harrington of Elephant Butte, NM; sisters, Beunah Chaney and Josie Thomas of Elkhart, TX, and Virginia Boyd of Petersburg, TX; grandchildren, Bruce (Kathy) Brock, Brian (Jennifer) Brock, all of Tucson, Greg (Carrie) Harrington of Truth or Consequences, and Melissa (Jeff) Henry of Albuquerque, NM; ten great-grandchildren and a great-great-granddaughter. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Walker Harrington, on May 10, 1998, and earlier by a son, Paul Walker Harrington, Jr.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, March 10, at Faith Community Church in Tucson, AZ. Mrs. Harrington will be laid to rest beside her husband at Vista Memory Gardens Cemetery in Truth or Consequences during private family services. Local service arrangements were by Sierra Funeral Home of T or C.

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(posted 3-18-04)

Delman A. Cline, 69, of Truth or Consequences, died Sunday, March 14, 2004, at the New Mexico State Veterans Home. He was born March 8, 1935, in Denver, CO, to John and Mabel (Schmidt) Cline. He was a Vietnam Era veteran of the U.S. Army.

Burial will be at Vista Memory Gardens Cemetery in T or C during private services. Arrangements are by Sierra Funeral Home.

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(posted 3-18-04)

Loa M. Snyder, 77, died Thursday, March 11, 2004, at her daughter's home in Truth or Consequences, NM. She was born Sept. 28, 1926, in Condon, OR, to Willard Warren and Alice Loa (Crall) Keeney. She married Sam Irving Snyder on May 19, 1943, in Condon. She was a homemaker and was very supportive of her children through 4H leadership. Her family memoirs and genealogy are written in a book, Wagon Ruts West, written by her brother Ralph Keeney. She lived in Oregon most of her life and moved to her daughter’s home in T or C when she became ill with cancer.

Survivors include her son, Michael Ray Snyder of Irrigon, OR; her daughter, Alice E. Bryan of T or C; her two brothers, Ralph Ray Keeney of The Dalles, OR, and William Warren Keeney of Klamath Falls, OR; three sisters, Ida Dee Kelty of LaGrande, OR, Billie Fae Lacey of Heppner, OR, and Bessie Jo Lamoreaux of Renton, WA; eight grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Sam, in 1987, her parents, and one brother, Jack LeRoy Keeney.

Services will be held in Irrigon, OR, where she will be laid to rest beside her husband, Sam. Local arrangements were by Sierra Funeral Home of T or C.

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(posted 3-18-04)

Bobby Ray Boring, 74, of Truth or Consequences, died Sunday, March 7, 2004, while residing at the Sierra Health Care Center. He was born Feb. 18, 1930, in Ballinger, TX, to Louis O. and Anna J. (Shannon) Boring. He was a commercial truck driver most of his life. He greatly enjoyed traveling all over the country on back roads and visiting with people from everywhere.

Survivors include his brother, Roy "Doug" Boring of T or C; two sisters, Peggy J. Neal and husband Charles of Harper, TX, and Mikki Borders and husband Chuck of Corpus Christi, TX. He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers, Jack, Billy and Tommie.

No local services are planned at this time. Arrangements are by Sierra Funeral Home and Sierra Crematory of T or C.

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(posted 3-9-04)

Frank Harold Roberts, 82, of Caballo, NM, died Sunday, March 7, 2004, at his home. He was born Oct. 9, 1921, in Muleshoe, TX, to Charles and Henreitta (Metcalf) Witty. He married Lois Louise Jones on June 20, 1942, in Cross Plains, Texas. They raised one son and two daughters. Frank was a heavy equipment operator most of his life.

Survivors include his two daughters, Patricia A. Lanier of Aztec, NM, and Deborah K. Shelton of Albuquerque; his son, William H. Roberts and wife Mary of Caballo; his four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and his devoted caregiver and friend, Ida (Martha) Hamilton. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lois Louise Roberts, in December 2002.

Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m. today (Wednesday, March 10) at the Arrey Community Cemetery in Arrey, NM, with the Rev. Brown officiating. Arrangements are by Sierra Funeral Home and Sierra Crematory of Truth or Consequences.

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(posted 3-9-04; updated 3-10-04)

Manuel Antonio Lucero, 94, of Socorro, died Monday, March 1, 2004, while residing at the New Mexico State Veteran's Home in Truth or Consequences.

He was born March 6, 1910, in Socorro, NM, to Luis and Juliana M. Lucero. He was a World War II veteran of the U.S. Army.

Survivors include his niece and caretaker, Mary Lucero Soto and her husband Oscar Soto of Socorro; his daughter, Priscilla Lucero of Albuquerque; his son, Salvador Olguin of Espanola; nieces, Juanita Ulibarri and husband Candido, and Mary Lucero Banegas of Temple, AZ; and his nephew, Louis Lucero and wife Linda of Sherman Oaks, CA. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Eufracio and Marcus Lucero; a nephew, Gilbert Lucero; and a niece, Juanita Lucero Naranjo.

Rosary was recited at the San Miguel Church in Socorro on Thursday, March 4, 2004. Memorial mass was celebrated Friday, March 5, 2004. Interment with military honors was at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements were by Sierra Funeral Home and Sierra Crematory of Truth or Consequences.

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(posted 3-8-04)

Alice Laverne Dial, 69, of Truth or Consequences, died Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2004, at her home.

She was born April 29, 1934, in Estancia, NM, to J. J. and Lottie (Hamby) Thomas. She married Jack Eugene Dial on May 21, 1958, in Bernalillo, NM. She was a homemaker.

Survivors include her husband, Jack Eugene Dial of T or C; her only child, Jacqueline Woodward and husband Tim of T or C; two grandchildren, Timothy and Angelicgere Woodward; her brother, James Thomas and wife Elsie of Moriarity; three sisters, Mary Williams and husband LD, and Phyllis Jean and husband Tony, both of Albuquerque, and Betty Thomas of T or C; and many nieces and nephews.

No services are planned at this time; however a celebration of her life will be held at a later date. Donations in the care of her name may be made to Desert Spring Lutheran Church, 1685 Caballo Road, Truth or Consequences, NM 87901. Arrangements are by Sierra Funeral Home and Sierra Crematory of T or C.

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(posted 3-1-04)

Frank C. Bailey, 96, of Truth or Consequences, died Sunday, Feb. 22, 2004, at his home.

He was born June 27, 1907, in Medford, WI. He married Katherine Koch on March 17, 1939. They moved to T or C in 1971. He enjoyed playing Bingo and blessed many area residents with his handyman services.

He is survived by his wife, Katherine Bailey, of the family home in T or C. His only daughter, Karin Marie Bailey, and his parents, preceded him in death.

At his request, there will be no local services. Arrangements were by Sierra Funeral Home and Sierra Crematory of T or C.

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(posted 2-25-04)

Harold Dean Stephens, 83, of Truth or Consequences, died Thursday, Feb. 19, 2004, while residing at the New Mexico State Veterans Home. He was born Feb. 16, 1921, in Big Springs, Texas. He retired as Sergeant First Class with the U.S. Army.

His one daughter, Sherrie Morton of North Carolina, survives him. His wife, Ina Gertrude Stephens, and his son, James David Stephens, preceded him in death.

He will be interred alongside his wife and son at Fort Bliss National Cemetery in El Paso, TX, on Wednesday, March 3. Full military rites will be accorded. Arrangements are by Sierra Funeral Home and Sierra Crematory, 507 W. McAdoo St. in T or C; 505-894-4428.

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(posted 2-25-04)

Vincent Thomas “Jim” DeLilla, 94, of Truth or Consequences, died Saturday, Feb. 14, 2004, while residing at the Sierra Heath Care Center.

He was born Aug. 12, 1909, in Brooklyn, NY, to Antonio N. and Louise (Adamo) DeLilla. He married Loretta Watts on Sept. 7, 1941, in Long Island, NY. He was a machinist employed by Grumman Aerospace most of his life. His work moved him to Las Cruces in 1964 where he worked on the lunar excursion module. In 1969, he and his wife relocated to Houston, finally retiring to Las Cruces in 1973. In November 2003 they both moved to Truth or Consequences to live with their daughter. He enjoyed solving math problems and working with wood.

Survivors include his wife, Loretta W. DeLilla of T or C; his son, Edward Anthony DeLilla and wife Helen of Burnside, Christchurch, New Zealand; his daughter, Louise "Pat" Predmore and husband Jerry of T or C; his brother, Thomas DeLilla of Freeport, NY; his sister, Matilda Wernert of Kings Park, NY; six grandchildren, Clint Langdon, Clayton Langdon, Justin Predmore, Leslie DeLilla, Kristin DeLilla and Christopher DeLilla; and five great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 18, at Sierra Funeral Home in Truth or Consequences. Mass of Christian burial will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, February 19, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in T or C with Rev. Sean Garrity officiating. Interment will be in Vista Memory Gardens Cemetery in T or C. Arrangements are by Sierra Funeral Home, 507 W. McAdoo St. in T or C.

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(posted 2-17-04)

Charlotte Ann Beauchamp, 62, of Elephant Butte, died Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2004, at her home.

She was born May 21, 1941, in Monticello, NY, to Winfred W. and Emma M. (Marciano) Yaple. She was a secretary for a CPA firm and was living in Rio Rancho, NM, before retiring to Elephant Butte in May 1998.

Survivors include her husband, Donald J. Beauchamp, of Elephant Butte; two sons, Roger C. Lincoln Jr. and wife Virginia of Los Lunas, and Mark A. Lincoln and wife Pauline of Moriarty; two daughters, Katherine E. Wagy and husband Dale, and Tiffany L. Haworth and husband Brett, all of Albuquerque; two brothers, Robert E. Yaple and wife Rita of Forney, TX, and Winfred E. Yaple and wife Lynn of Las Vegas, NV; her sister, Donna M. Drozdick of Las Vegas, NV; and her five grandchildren, B.J., Travis, Chance, Trey and Trinity.

No services are planned at this time. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials donations be made in her name to the UNM Cancer Research and Treatment Center, 900 Camino de Salud NE, Albuquerque, NM 87131. Arrangements are by Sierra Funeral Home and Sierra Crematory, 507 W. McAdoo St. in Truth or Consequences; phone 505-894-4428.

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(posted 2-17-04)

William R. Ball, 74, of Truth or Consequences, died Sunday, Feb. 8, 2004, while residing at the New Mexico State Veterans Home. He was born Jan. 21, 1930, in Boston, MA, to William S. and Lauretta (Sullivan) Ball. The Korean Conflict veteran had served in the U.S. Air Force.

Survivors include his brother, Thomas A. Ball of Westwood, MA; his sister, Janice Donnelly of Albuquerque; and his niece Debbie Donnelly of Albuquerque.

Burial was held Thursday, Feb. 12, at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements were by Sierra Funeral Home, 507 W. McAdoo St. in T or C.

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(posted 2-17-04)

Clifford Bud Rumley, 87, of Truth or Consequences, died Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2004, at the New Mexico State Veteran's Home. He was born Jan. 26, 1917 in Boynton, OK, to Bud and Myrtle (Branum) Rumley. The World War II veteran had served in the U.S. Army. He married Ellen S. Devenny in 1943. He was a self-employed wood carpenter most of his life. He enjoyed traveling.

Survivors include his two sons, Ronald W. Rumley and wife Jeannie of Albuquerque, and David D. Rumley and wife Elizabeth of Wichita, KS; his brother, Clyde Rumley of Albuquerque; and two sisters, Geraldine Potter of Downey, CA, and Virginia White of Sacramento, CA; six grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Ellen, who died 13 years ago.

He will be interred next to his wife at the Santa Fe National Cemetery during private family services. Arrangements are by Sierra Funeral Home and Sierra Crematory, 507 W. McAdoo St. in T or C.

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(posted 2-17-04)

Elsie Lee Henderson, 71, of Truth or Consequences, died Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2004, at her home.

She was born March 20, 1932, in New Jersey to William Lee and Lillian (Shelton) Wakefield. She was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. She was a registered nurse most of her life, working most recently at Sierra Vista Hospital in T or C.