Obituaries

William Marshall Riggles III

Jul 3, 2024

Bill grew up in Florida and almost immediately after high school he joined the US Forest Service as a Hot Shot Firefighter in 1976. This took him all over western United States. Although he was one of the Smokey Bear Hot Shots, and based in Ruidoso, New Mexico, he went where he was needed. One place he was stationed most...

Maria "Merche" Peso

Jun 21, 2024

Maria "Merche" Peso, a cherished matriarch and proud Castilian, will be tenderly remembered as a beacon of love and strength. Born on September 24, 1938, in Barcelona, Spain, Maria embodied grace and warmth throughout her life. Her journey on Earth peacefully concluded on June 21, 2024, in Mescalero, NM.

Maria was preceded in death by her daughter, Michelle Peso.

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Sashay Mills

Jun 20, 2024

The Creator has called Sashay Mills to his divinity because she was ethereal and we fully believe that as sick as this world is, her gift of having a supercharged soul is part of a plan we have no understanding of...yet. Sashay, inheriting her mother, Shamie Mills' traits of stepping in and making it all right again, did do us...

Paul Crown

Jun 12, 2024

Remembering Paul Hawkins Crown



Family members, friends, acquaintances, and strangers enjoyed life when they were in the presence of Paul Crown. He lived 9 Sep 1949 to 12 Jun 2024 and died peacefully in his sleep at his home in Ruidoso, NM. Paul was 74 years old.



Paul Hawkins Crown was born in Corpus Christi, Texas to Frank...

Marc E. Miller

Jun 11, 2024

Marc Edsel Miller 

Born July 13, 1933

Heaven Bound June 11, 2024

From a young age, he exhibited an astounding intellect, rebuilding his first motorcycle at the age of 6, he countuied his love of tinkering and mechanics throughout his life. At the age of 21 he met Carolyn, or Carrie as he affectionately called her, and they were married in January of...

Arden Eckersley

Jun 8, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Arden Lyle Eckersley, a dedicated husband, loving father, and proud retiree of the United States Army. Arden was born on April 26, 1937, in Logan, UT, and peacefully passed away from natural causes on June 8, 2024, at his home in Ruidoso Downs, NM. He was 87 years old.

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George Scott Fitzgibbon

Jun 4, 2024

Scotticus 

As we honor the life of George Scott Fitzgibbon, we are reminded of a man whose light shone brightly in the hearts of all who knew him. Born in Albuquerque, New Mexico on November 10, 1977, Scott’s journey came to an early end on June 4, 2024, in Ruidoso, New Mexico. 

Scott was a true Renaissance Man in every way. Most...

Wayland Lee Hill

May 24, 2024

Wayland Lee Hill, 82, passed into eternity on May 24, 2024. He was a lifelong resident of Carrizozo, New Mexico. He also had family in east Texas, his father having moved to NM to work with the CCCs. Following graduation, he and his High School sweetheart, Opal, married and started their family. 

Wayland had many jobs and occupations over the years:...

Jo Ann "Jody" Haines

May 22, 2024

Psalm 34:18 says The LORD is close to the broken hearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. 

Our world grew dark, our hearts lost a spark, our lives changed in the blink of an eye. How did we know we’d have to say goodbye?

On Wednesday, May 22nd the Lord called to His kingdom our beautiful mother Jo Ann aka...

Brandon John Bruer

May 8, 2024

It is with broken hearts, but abiding faith, that we sadly announce the passing of Brandon Bruer. Brandon was born on November 7, 1988 to John and Louella Bruer, in Ruidoso, NM and entered into eternal rest on May 8, 2024, in Lubbock, Texas.

Brandon was a proud member of the Mescalero Apache Tribe. He had the distinction of being full...

Eleanor Shockey (Bonnell)

May 1, 2024

Eleanor Yvonne Bonnell was born to Ralph and Jewell Bonnell in Glencoe, New Mexico on July 5, 1927.  She passed away on May 1, 2024 just shy of 97 yrs old.    

She was a descendant of a large pioneer family.   Her three great-grandfathers, George Coe, Frank Coe and Edwin Bonnell came to Lincoln County to homestead in the...

Mary Hargis

Apr 28, 2024

Mary Hargis passed into the hands of our Lord and Savior Sunday April 28th 2024. Mary was born to Milton and Wilma Savoie on July 20, 1958 in Lockport, Louisiana. Mary was 65 years old. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Steven Hargis; her brother, Tony Savoie; nieces, Fawn and Tiffany Savoie; sister-in-law, Valerie Delano; brother-in-law, Dwayne Delano;...

Charlotte Stonestreet

Apr 25, 2024

Charlotte Stonestreet passed away on April 25, 2024, at the age of 87 years. She is survived by her daughter, Lorraine Haberman; her grandson, Kenneth Haberman; and her sister, Bonnie Louise Tillman. She is preceded in death by her husband, Charles Richard Stonestreet; her parents, Andrew Jackson and Reda Fay Wilmeth; and her two brothers, Jack LeRoy Wilmeth, and Robert...

Patricia Oxford

Apr 15, 2024

In loving memory of Patricia Marjorie (Morgan) Oxford.

Born 12/30/1946 in Swindon, England. Died 4/15/24 in Alto, NM.

Preceded in death by her parents Harry Morgan and Marjorie Morgan, her brother David Morgan, sister Maureen Watt, husband's James Morris, William Oxford, and Tyler Turner.

Survived by her daughters Barbara Tracy, Shirley Moffitt, and...

Peggy Toby

Apr 12, 2024

Peggy Jane Toby passed away peacefully on April 12, 2024, in Ruidoso, NM. She was born on April 24, 1937, in Madera, CA. Peggy was a dedicated housekeeper who took pride in her work.

Peggy's kindness and hard work endeared her to all who knew her, and her presence in the community will be deeply missed.

Funeral services...

Dorothy Payne

Apr 10, 2024

Dorothy Payne left this world Wednesday, April 10, 2024, in Alamogordo, NM. She was born to Robert Leslie and Eva Ward Leslie on July 15, 1922, in White Oaks, NM.  

Dorothy attended school through the 8th grade in White Oaks and graduated from Capitan High School in 1940. She also attended college at ENMU in Portales, NM for 2 years. She then went to...

Harvey Bonnell

Apr 7, 2024

Harvey Bonnell, lifelong resident of Glencoe, New Mexico passed away on April 7, 2024. He was born on February 22, 1940, to the late Ralph Bonnell and Jewell Allison Bonnell.

Harvey loved working on the ranch with his loving wife Jean and his dog Jillie. He proudly served his country in the United States Army as a construction equipment mechanic from...

Kristen Marie Gibson

Apr 6, 2024

Kristen Marie Gibson, beloved daughter, sister, and friend was called home on April 6, 2024. She was born in Modesto, CA on March 1, 1996. Kristen will always be remembered for her great attitude, loving nature, and unwavering faith in Jesus.Kristen's journey of life was marked by remarkable moments that showcased her strength and resilience. She graduated from Oakdale High...

Francelia Randall

Apr 5, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Francelia Randall, a beloved member of the Mescalero community. Born on April 22, 1966, in Mescalero, NM, Francelia peacefully departed this life on April 5, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was a woman of American Indian descent, proud of her heritage and dedicated to her family.

Preceding her in...

Mariano Juarez

Mar 27, 2024

Mariano Juarez, age 70, passed from this life on March 27, 2024, in Roswell, New Mexico. He was born on July 28, 1953, in Carlsbad, New Mexico to the late Benito and Zulema Juarez.Mariano proudly served our country in the United States Army. In his spare time he enjoyed golf, softball, basketball, fishing and dancing.He is survived by his loving...