Local Obituaries for Families in Moriarty, NM
Kay Reed
Jun 10, 2025
Kay L. Reed was born January 31,1956 in Dallas, Texas to Norman and Louise Winder. She married James Reed November 6, 1999 and together they lived in the Moriarty/Estancia area. After battling an illness for over two years, she peacefully passed away surrounded by loved ones on June 10, 2025. She is survived by her husband James Reed, sister Kathy...
Vincent Saiz
Jun 9, 2025
Vincent Saiz passed away peacefully at his home in Estancia, New Mexico, on June 9, 2025, at the age of 65. He was a beloved father, son, brother, and friend.
Born in 1960 to Leroy and Joann Saiz, Vincent was raised in Albuquerque, NM. After graduating high school, he married Ann Chavez, and together they brought three children into the world:...
Laura Roberta Oney-Jones
May 28, 2025
Laura Roberta Oney Jones, 70, a lifetime resident of NM, passed away May 28, 2025, in Albuquerque. NM. Laura was born in Mountainair, NM on June 13, 1954 and lived on her grandfather’s ranch until she was 14-years-old. She attended school in Mountainair graduating in 1972. She then attended NMSU graduating with both her B.S. and Master’s degree in Home...
Raymond Ray Seagers Jr
May 24, 2025
Raymond (Ray) Seagers Jr passed away peacefully on May 24, 2025, surrounded by his family and loved ones. Ray was born March 05,1945 in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania to parents Raymond and Alice Seagers (deceased.). Ray grew up in the southeastern United States and graduated from Briarcliff Highschool in DeKalb County, Georgia. He graduated from the University of Georgia in 1967 and...
Nancy Stone
May 15, 2025
Nancy Stone of Mountainair, New Mexico peacefully passed away in her sleep on May 15, 2025, at 83 years of age.
Born in Mineral Wells, Texas, her family moved to Milwaukee, Wisconsin where she spent most of her adolescent life. There she developed her deep love for horses by raising her own just outside of the city. Throughout her life, she...
Hilda Christina Limas
May 9, 2025
Hilda Christina Limas, 74, a longtime resident of Belen, NM passed away Friday May, 9th, 2025 in Albuquerque, NM with all her loving family beside her. Hilda was born on December 4th, 1950 in El Paso, TX to Rafael & Beatrice (Del Valle) Gonzalez. On May 31, 1975 Hilda married Esteban “Steve” Limas in El Paso, TX.
Hilda went on to...
Jane Powers
May 4, 2025
It is with deep sadness we announce that Jane Powers, 86, died peacefully at home on May 4, 2025.
Jane was born and raised in Estancia, New Mexico.
Mom was an artist and quilter.
She joined the Knights of Pythias Lodge as a Pythian Sister at the age of 16 and was installed as Grand Chief of NM in 1991.
She is predeceased by...
Timothy Ciriaco Dennisson
May 3, 2025
Timothy Ciriaco Dennisson died unexpectedly on May 3, 2025, in Delray, Florida. He was only 45 years old, born March 3, 1980. The family is deeply hurt and shocked by his sudden death.
Timothy’s loving parents survive him; Thomas and Theresa Dennisson as well as his precious son, Easton. His grandfather, Salomon (Mamo) also lives and cherishes memories of him. He...
Shirley J. Solomon
May 2, 2025
Shirley J. Solomon, age 81, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on September 6, 1943, in Atlanta, Texas, to Ralph and Jessie Horton, and was the youngest of three children. Shirley lived a life marked by love, faith, and resilience. She worked hard as a rancher, farmer, and homemaker,...
Joaquin "Jack" Chavez
Apr 30, 2025
My Uncle Joaquin (Jack) Chavez passed away peacefully April 30th, 2025, at the age of 78 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was born to Antonio Chavez, Sr. and Flora Chavez (Chavez) on July 26th, 1946, in Palma, New Mexico. The youngest of 13 siblings.
Uncle Jack leaves behind his sister Margaret (Maggie) Chavez and sister-in-law Mary Chavez. He also leaves behind...
Van Smith
Apr 26, 2025
Van Royce Smith, known to old friends as “Rabbit” a man of hearty laughter and candid honesty has set sail on his final journey, leaving us on April 26,2025 at the age of 68. Born on September 15,1956 in the humble town of Atchison, KS. Van’s life was a colorful tapestry woven with adventure, humor, and love.
Van spent his early...
Pete C Tapia
Apr 19, 2025
In Loving Memory of Pete C. Tapia
May 21, 1942 – April 19, 2025
Pete C. Tapia, 82, left this world the way he lived—loved deeply by his family and friends, and with a life full of hard work, laughter, and open skies.
Born to Frank and Reynalda (Chavez) Tapia, the eldest of 7 siblings. Pete grew up in a family where ranching,...
Carolyn "Sue" Geckler
Apr 18, 2025
Carolyn “Sue” Geckler, 89, a resident of Moriarty, NM, passed away Friday April 18, 2025, Sue, was born on November 30, 1935, in Noble Oklahoma to Worth H and Louise (Havron) Hinton. Sue attended school in Norman Oklahoma and worked at a Drug Store making milk shakes. Later in life, Sue worked at the Sacramento Methodist Assembly for many years...
Mary Trujillo Barela
Apr 12, 2025
Mary Trujillo Barela, a loving mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away on April 12, 2025, at the age of ninety in Albuquerque, NM. Born September 11,1934 in Tajique, NM, she was the daughter of Segundo and Andrea Trujillo.
Mary was a devoted wife to her husband Lorenzo Barela and a source of love and support for her children and their...
Rodney "Turkey" Brewer
Apr 12, 2025
The Brewer family is saddened to announce the passing of Rodney “Turkey” Brewer, a beloved member of our community. Turkey was born on March 28th, 1975. He unexpectedly left us too soon on April 12th, 2025. His warm humor, kindness, and authenticity are and will forever be deeply missed.
Turkey is survived by his loving wife, Sarah Brewer. He also left...
Darlene Yvonne Gibbs
Apr 8, 2025
DARLENE YVONNE GIBBS Passed away peacefully at her home & with her longtime partner & companion Ken Martin On April 8, 2025.
She was born In Durango, Co on March 23, 1942.
Darlene & her first husband Udell (dilly) Kirkendoll moved to Edgewood in early 1970s with their children Terrie Lynn Kirkendoll and Daniel Ray Kirkendoll. She married Jim Gibbs March 1979...
Christopher R Lopez
Apr 8, 2025
Christopher R Lopez, age 40 of Estancia New Mexico, passed away peacefully on April 8th, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Christopher R Lopez, a beloved father, husband, son, brother, friend and grandfather who passed away on April 8th, 2025 at the age of 40. Chris was struggling with cirrhosis of the liver along with...
Daniel K Frick
Apr 6, 2025
Daniel K. Frick, 68, of Edgewood NM passed away on April 6, 2025.
He was born April 4, 1957, in Cuba NY to Ralph and Alice Lynette (Kreckman) Frick. He attended Wellsville High School and began employment at Stephen’s Machine Shop, Wellsville NY. He completed his career as a machinist with GE Aerospace in Albuquerque NM. Using his precision skills and...
Vincent Tony Otero
Mar 30, 2025
Vincent Tony Otero, 52 of Moriarty NM met the eyes of Jesus on Sunday March 30th, 2025. Vincent was born on March 23rd 1973 in Albuquerque NM to Benito and Virginia Otero Chavez. Vincent graduated from Moriarty High in 1991 and lived most his life in Moriarty where he then moved his family to El Paso Tx. He was a...
Robert "Bob" G Artman
Mar 27, 2025
Robert "Bob" G. Artman, passed away quietly at home on March 27th, 2025 in the early morning hours. He transitioned after struggling with some health issues.
He was proceeded in death by his wife, Ina N. Artman. His parents W.C."Dub" and Marjorie Hibner Artman, and a great granddaughter Ariya Elise Oller.
Bob is survived by his daughters; Tanya and (Ret Col) Paul...
