Local Obituaries for Families in Moriarty, NM
Edward Lopez
Apr 21, 2026
Edward Lopez, 69 a life long resident of Manzano, New Mexico, passed away on April 21, 2026. Edward was born December 6, 1956 in Manzano, NM to Richard and Trinidad (Garcia) Lopez.
Edward was a man known for his generous heart, hardworking spirit, and willingness to help anyone in need. He was truly a “jack of all trades,” always ready to...
Gloria Acosta De Camacho
Apr 14, 2026
Gloria Acosta de Camacho
February 26, 1950 – April 14, 2026
With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Gloria Acosta de Camacho, who left this world at the age of 76.
Gloria was born on February 26, 1950, to Maximo and Maria Acosta, alongside her twin brother, Alfredo. Her parents were overjoyed to welcome another set of twins into their growing family....
Bonnie Susan Jacques
Apr 12, 2026
Bonnie Susan Jacques was the hostess that never let anyone invited to our home leave hungry. More often than not they left with containers of food for another day. She always made far more food than was needed for the occasion. And the food was delicious. She also welcomed clients and patients into our veterinary hospital with smiles and a...
Sean James McCloskey
Apr 3, 2026
Sean James McCloskey, 49, of Moriarty, New Mexico, passed away on April 3, 2026. He was born on January 8, 1977 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Sean was a dedicated truck driver who took pride in his work, but above all he cherished the time he spent with his family. He had a deep love for NASCAR, riding motorcycles and found joy...
Theresa "Terri" Arlene Valdez
Apr 2, 2026
Theresa (“Terri”) Arlene Valdez joined our Heavenly Father on April 2, 2026 after enduring a long and courageous health battle at the age of 65. Terri was surrounded by her devoted husband of almost 42 years, Felipe and her two daughters. Terri was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, daughter, cousin, aunt, and friend.
Born and raised in Los Alamos NM,...
Donald Eugene Schwebach
Mar 27, 2026
Donald Eugene Schwebach was born in Oakley, Kansas on October 9th, 1937 and passed away on March 27th, 2026 of natural causes. He was born to Eugene James Schwebach and Clara Weigel Schwebach, and is survived by his five siblings Rita and Charles Lamb, Catherine and Jerry Gilmore, Jim and Peggy Schwebach, JoAnn Gabel, and Michael and Diane Schwebach. He...
Nico Martin Smith
Mar 27, 2026
Nico Martin Smith, 36, of Moriarty, NM, passed away on March 27, 2026. Born on May 10, 1989, in Albuquerque, NM. Nico lived a life marked by love, joy, integrity, generosity and touched the hearts of everyone who knew him.
Nico graduated Moriarty High School in May 2008, where he ran cross country, track and wrestled. He was an artist in...
Kennard Edwin Hibler
Mar 22, 2026
In Loving Memory of Kennard Edwin “Buddy” Hibler
Kennard Edwin Hibler, known to everyone as "Buddy," took his place with the Lord on March 22, 2026. A man of unwavering humor, immense dedication to his family, and deep faith in God, Buddy leaves behind a legacy of love that spans generations.
Early Life and Service
Buddy was born in Austin, Texas, to Mason...
Margie Ann Moore
Mar 20, 2026
Margie Ann Moore
June 10, 1952 – March 20, 2026
With broken hearts and deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Margie Ann Moore, lovingly known as Mickie or Mick, who passed away peacefully on March 20, 2026, at the age of 73. The world feels a little dimmer without her in it, and the hearts of those who loved her will...
Judith Akin Smith
Mar 13, 2026
Judith Akin Smith, age 53, passed away at her home in Edgewood, New Mexico, on March 13, 2026. A celebration of her life will be held at Lantern Ridge Farm Market on April 21, 2026, at 11:30 a.m.
Judy had an enormous heart and an extraordinary capacity for love. The greatest love of her life was her husband, Bryan, whom she...
Nancy E Lujan
Mar 12, 2026
Nancy E. Lujan, at age 81, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026, surrounded by family. Fidel and Antonia (Chavez) Garcia are parents of Nancy who was born on May 17, 1944. She married Bill S. Lujan on August 24, 1963, in Torreon, NM.
Nancy is survived by son Bill J. and wife Annalisa Lujan, son Kenneth R. and wife Lisa...
Susan Alyse Chipps
Mar 8, 2026
Susan Alyse Chipps, 66, a longtime resident of Moriarty, NM passed away March 8, 2026, in Albuquerque, NM. Susan was born to Maurice & Barbara Ann (Raymond) Palmer on January 31, 1960 in Lancaster, CA. She Married Roger Wayne Chipps on Dec, 30, 1995. Susan was a Scale Master for Mountain States Construction.
She is preceded in death by her parents...
Elsie Pearl Cavasos
Feb 13, 2026
Elsie Pearl Cavasos, 93 (most principally known as Pearl), a lifetime resident of New Mexico passed away February 13, 2026. Pearl was born on August 11, 1932 in Cuervo, NM to Paul and Mildred (Jones) Bailey.
Pearl was born and raised on the Bailey family ranch in Cuervo, NM. She married Carl Cavasos on December 29, 1952 in Estanica, NM.
Pearl...
Joe Lynn Rogers
Feb 9, 2026
Joe Lynn Rogers, age 74, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Joe was born on February 12, 1951, in Muleshoe, Texas, where he was raised alongside his siblings. Later in life, he relocated to Artesia, New Mexico, and in the summer of 1989, he made Moriarty, New Mexico, his home with his wife and daughters.
Joe...
Elizabeth Ann Blythe
Feb 8, 2026
Elizabeth Ann Blythe, 85, a longtime resident of Estancia, NM, passed away Sunday Feb. 8th, 2026 at home in Estancia, NM with her loving family beside her. She was born on Jan. 26th, 1941 in Roswell, NM to Vernon & Fay (Akin) Blythe.
Lizzy was the rock of her family, a great listener, and always enjoyed her family, friends and others...
Marie Bernadette Romero
Jan 31, 2026
Marie B. Romero (Chavez), age 60, was taken too soon on Saturday, January 31, 2026. She was a resident of Moriarty, NM for the majority of her life. Marie was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico on March 3, 1965, to Pete Sr. and Clorinda Romero, but was lovingly “wished for” by her sister Natalie.
Marie met the love of her life,...
Delfinia Luna
Jan 29, 2026
Delfinia Luna-Mom, Grandma and Nana Delfinia Luna, was born on November 23,1929. Tata, Federico Luna and Grandma Maria Reyes welcomed their first daughter after five sons, Mateo Luna, Antonio Luna Melcor Luna, Andelecio Luna and Gabriel Luna. Four years after Delfinia, her sister Canda was born followed by the youngest of eight children, Mollie.
They all grew up on a ranch...
Michael R Jaeger
Jan 29, 2026
Michael Jaeger, age 76, of Edgewood, New Mexico, passed away on January 29, 2026, holding hands with his wife, Jo Ann. He was born on October 6, 1949, in Norwalk, Ohio, to Margaurite and Francis Jaeger. After graduating from Hamburg High, he joined the Air Force, serving overseas for eight years. On March 30, 1971, he married his beloved Jo...
Crecencio "Ketchie" Baca
Jan 24, 2026
Crecencio (Ketchie) Baca, 81 joined our Savior on Jan. 24th, 2026. He was born at Mesa De Los Cabos, NM to Pedro and Lucy (Chavez) Baca. He is survived by his wife of 59 years , Lori and his son Andrew who will carry his Legacy. Daughters, Bernadette Baca and Linda Segovia; two grandchildren Jada Wadell and Jesse Wadell. Brother...
William Romero
Jan 20, 2026
William Romero, 90, was called home to be with his Heavenly Father on January 20, 2026, at his home in Estancia, New Mexico. He was born in Palma on May 16, 1935, to Liberato and Rosario Romero. William shared nearly 60 loving years with his devoted wife, Pauline Padilla Romero.
He is preceded in death by his parents; his brothers Joe...
