Obituaries
Michael S. Phillips
Nov 17, 2023
Michael Phillips, 50, of Carlsbad, NM, passed away at home on Friday, November 17, 2023, surrounded by his family and friends.
Michael Sean Phillips was born in Carlsbad to Billy Jack and Wanda (Blatsvich) Phillips on October 25, 1973. He grew up playing sports, eventually playing Caveman baseball before graduating from Carlsbad High School in 1992. Mike remained active in...
Herbert "Bill" Mackey
Nov 16, 2023
Herbert William “Bill” Mackey, 74, the salsa and seasoning guy of E. Wood Ave, passed away Thursday, November 16, 2023 at his home. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service is scheduled for 10:00 AM, Saturday, November 25, 2023, at Denton-Wood Funeral Home Chapel with Chunky Click officiating. Carlsbad Veteran Honor Guard will provide military honors.
Bill was born...
Phyllis M. Gentry
Nov 15, 2023
Phyllis Mardell Gentry left this earthly realm with a full and happy heart on November 15, 2023. Phyllis was born on April 12, 1937, in Clayton, NM to Festus and Lorene Gentry (No it is not a typo and yes, her children have heard every joke imaginable through the years.)
While there has been lighthearted debate over the actual year...
John D. Westfall, Sr.
Nov 15, 2023
John D. Westfall, Sr. passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, November 15, 2023. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM, Monday, November 20, 2023 at Denton-Wood Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow in Carlsbad Cemetery, Carlsbad, NM.
He was born April 4, 1949 in Shinnston, West Virginia to Johnny and Kathleen (Fortney) Westfall. John moved with his family to...
Juanita L. Gist
Nov 14, 2023
Juanita L. Gist left this world on November 14, 2023 at age 92; she lived a beautiful, loving, and dignified life. A warm and kind woman, she provided love, care, and attention for her family, friends, and students. A private family service will be held in Heber Springs Arkansas where she will be buried next to her husband and parents...
Kenneth J. "Ken" Kurkowski
Nov 13, 2023
Services will be live-streamed and may be viewed by clicking here at 9:50 AM, MST.
Kenneth J. “Ken” Kurkowski, 86, of Carlsbad, NM, passed away November 13, 2023 at Del Sol Medical Center, El Paso, Texas. Cremation has taken place, and Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at St. Edward Catholic Church with...
Consuelo "Mama Connie" De Los Santos
Nov 12, 2023
Consuelo “Mama Connie” De Los Santos, 89, of Carlsbad, NM, has gained her wings and went to her heavenly home on November 12, 2023, at Lakeview Christian Home surrounded by her daughters, her son, Israel, and close family members.
Connie was born on August 12, 1934, in Barranco Guadalupe, Chihuahua. Connie came to the U.S. at the age...
Guadalupe "Lupe" Rodriguez
Nov 11, 2023
Guadalupe “Lupe” Rodriguez, 88, of Carlsbad, NM passed away on Saturday, November 11, 2023, at Lakeview Christian Home.
Visitation is scheduled from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at Denton-Wood Funeral Home. A rosary is scheduled for 10:30 AM Thursday, November 16, 2023, at San Jose Catholic Church followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00...
Leslie Jean Melton
Nov 10, 2023
Leslie Jean Melton, 62, of Carlsbad, NM passed away on Friday, November 10, 2023, at the University Medical Center in Lubbock, TX. Leslie was born on August 11, 1961, in Carlsbad, NM to Bob and Billie Melton.
Visitation is scheduled from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Friday, November 17, 2023, at Denton-Wood Funeral Home. Funeral Services are scheduled for 10:00...
Lowell "Don" Ellis
Nov 9, 2023
Lowell “Don” Ellis, Jr., 61, of Carlsbad, NM, passed away November 9, 2023 here in Carlsbad. Memorial services are scheduled for 10:00 AM, Thursday, November 16, 2023 at Denton-Wood Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Jimmy Tarvin officiating. Private interment will take place in Hope, NM. Denton-Wood Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Don was born May 12, 1962...
Enriqueta E. Romo
Nov 8, 2023
Enriqueta E. Romo, 69, of Country Side Place, Carlsbad, NM, passed away Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at her home. Cremation has taken place and private services will take place.
Enriqueta was born July 15, 1954 in Ojinaga, Chihuahua, Mexico. She was preceded in death by her mother, Ernestina Trevino.
Survivors are her son, Ruben Romo and Aimee; daughter, Rosalee Romo;...
Tomas Hernandez Elizondo
Nov 7, 2023
Tomas Hernandez Elizondo, 68, of Trinadad, CO passed away on November 7, 2023, at his home. Tomas was born on October 16, 1955, to Roque and Evarista Elizondo in Carlsbad, NM.
Visitation is scheduled from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Monday, November 13, 2023, at Denton-Wood Funeral Home. Funeral Services are scheduled for 11:00 AM Tuesday, November 14, 2023,...
Jane D. Ornelas
Nov 6, 2023
Jane D. Ornelas, 70, of Artesia, NM, passed away November 6, 2023 at her home. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service is scheduled for 10:00 AM, Friday, November 17, 2023 at Harvest Fellowship, 2307 W. Main St. in Artesia, NM.
Jane was born May 10, 1953 in Carlsbad, NM to Albert and Manuela (Mendoza) Delgado. She was preceded...
Danny Gaulden
Nov 5, 2023
Services will be live-streamed and may be viewed by clicking here at 10:00 AM MST.
Danny Gaulden, 76, of Carlsbad, NM, passed away November 5, 2023 at his home. Visitation will be 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM, Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at Denton-Wood Funeral Home. Funeral services are scheduled for 10:00 AM, Thursday, November 9, 2023 at First Methodist Church with...
Donna Jo Mason
Nov 3, 2023
Donna Jo Mason, 57, of Carlsbad, New Mexico, passed away November 3, 2023.
Donna was born in Columbia, Missouri, on April 1, 1966. At the age of 12, she moved to Roswell, NM. Donna came to love Carlsbad and thought of it as home. She loved to be with her kids, grandkids, and family. She enjoyed BBQs, cooking, dancing, diamond...
Antonia Vasquez Aguilar
Oct 31, 2023
Antonia “Toni” V. Aguilar, 78, of Artesia, NM was called home Tuesday, October 31, 2023, in Carlsbad, NM.
Visitation is scheduled from 2:00 to 4:00 PM Sunday, November 12, 2023, at Denton Wood Funeral Home in Carlsbad, NM. A Graveside Service is scheduled for 11:00 AM Monday, November 13, 2023, at Woodbine Cemetery in Artesia, NM, with Deacon Bobby Garcia...
Mary Pennell
Oct 29, 2023
Mary Margaret Pennell, 66, passed away Sunday, October 29, 2023.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at Landmark Baptist Church in Carlsbad.
Mary was born September 13,1957, in Richmond, Indiana to Richard Carpenter and Joann Ingalls.
She enjoyed spending time with her grand kids, crocheting, crime shows, helping with church camp garage sales, but...
Laura Canion
Oct 28, 2023
Laura Lee Canion, 67, of Carlsbad, NM passed away on Saturday, October 28, 2023, at her home.
Laura was born on April 13, 1956, to Orman and Wanda Eggleston in Odessa, TX. She grew up in Carlsbad and went to Carlsbad High School. She worked in the photography developing business for years before starting her career in the construction business....
Carol M. Mendoza
Oct 26, 2023
Carol M. Mendoza, 60, of Carlsbad, NM passed away on Thursday, October 26, 2023, in Lubbock, TX surrounded by her family. Carol was born on August 12, 1963, in Carlsbad, NM to Enocencio and Thelma Castillo.
Visitation is scheduled from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at Denton-Wood Funeral Home. Cremation will follow, and a graveside...
Margarita Gomez Franco
Oct 23, 2023
Margarita Gomez Franco, 89, passed away Monday October 23, 2023 at home, surrounded by her loving family. There will be no visitation. A rosary will be recited at 9:30 AM, Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at St. Edward Catholic Church Followed by Mass of Christian burial at 10:00 AM with Fr. Pasala Hruday Kumar officiating. Interment will follow in Carlsbad Cemetery,...
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