Sheli K. Kelly

Sheli K. Kelly

Jan 30, 2023

Sheli K. Kelly, 55, of Carlsbad, NM passed away January 30, 2023. Cremation along with a Celebration of Life has taken place.

Sheli was born March 4, 1967, in Carlsbad NM, to Raymond and Patricia Gunnells. Sheli had a beautiful soul and cherished her family and her cat. She loved music, playing cards and horsing around with the grand...

Wiley Bell

Wiley Bell

Jan 29, 2023

 

Wiley Bell, 81, of Carlsbad, NM passed away on Sunday, January 29, 2023, at the Good Life Living Center. Wiley was born on August 5, 1941, in Carlsbad, NM to Johnnie and Vatis Bell.

 

Cremation has taken place, and a memorial service is scheduled for 2:00 PM Saturday, February 11, 2023, at the Carlsbad Veteran Park. Denton-Wood Funeral...

Delores "Dee" Alline

Delores "Dee" Alline

Jan 29, 2023

Delores “Dee” Alline, 84, of E. Plum Lane, Carlsbad, NM, passed away Sunday, January 29, 2023 at her home.  Cremation will take place.  Divine Mercy Chaplet will be recited at 9:30 AM, Friday, February 10, 2023 at St. Edward Catholic Church followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM with Fr. Pasala Hruday Kumar officiating assisted by Deacon Jerry...

Billy Nabors

Billy Nabors

Jan 28, 2023

Billy Ray Nabors (89) died peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on Saturday, January 28, 2023.  Funeral services are scheduled for 10:00 am, Monday, February 6th at Denton Wood Funeral Home with Paster Howell Scott of First Baptist Church officiating.  

Bill was born September 10, 1933 in Hickory, OK to John Colie and Kenna Nabors.  At 18 he joined the United States Air Force and...

Celia Avitia Gomez

Celia Avitia Gomez

Jan 27, 2023

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Malaga, New Mexico, though not big on a map, is the familial heart and birthplace to Celia Avitia Gomez.

 

Born February 25, 1930, to parents Ventura Avitia and Dolores Herrera, Celia is the last surviving of this beautiful family of 3 daughters and 2 sons. Nothing was more important than her family.  She delighted in...

Conception "Connie" Juarez

Conception "Connie" Juarez

Jan 26, 2023

Conception “Connie” Juarez, 84, of Carlsbad, NM passed away on Thursday, January 26, 2023, at Lakeview Christian Home surrounded by her family. Connie was born on May 20, 1938, in Fort Stockton, TX.

 

Visitation is scheduled from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at Denton-Wood Funeral Home, followed by a joint funeral service with her son...

James Galindo Moreno

James Galindo Moreno

Jan 24, 2023

James Galindo Moreno, 40, of Hueco Street, Carlsbad, NM, passed away January 24, 2023 at Carlsbad Medical Center. Visitation will be Monday, January 30, 2023, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Denton Wood Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held, Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at 10:00 AM at Denton Wood Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor R.L. Smith, officiating. Burial...

Tommy Dodson

Tommy Dodson

Jan 23, 2023

Tommy Dodson, 71, of N. Edward Street, Carlsbad, NM, passed away January 23, 2023 at University Medical Center, Lubbock, Texas.  Cremation will take place and a memorial service is scheduled for 1:00 PM, Saturday, January 28, 2023 at Denton-Wood Funeral Home Chapel.

Tommy was born October 20, 1951 in Carlsbad, NM to Wallace and Louise (Lee) Dodson.  He graduated from...

Marie B. Pike

Marie B. Pike

Jan 22, 2023

Services will be live-streamed and may be viewed by clicking the link below:

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Marie B. Pike, 78, of Carlsbad, NM passed away on Sunday, January 22, 2023, at home surrounded by her family. Marie was born on February 24, 1944, in Milborn, OK to Henry and Hazel McPherson.

Visitation is scheduled from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Wednesday,...

Brian P. Mack

Brian P. Mack

Jan 21, 2023

The world lost a beautiful soul on Saturday, January 21, when Brian Mack left us for a more peaceful place. Although he was challenged by serious medical issues most of his life, Brian had a resilience and spirit that inspired so many people he knew. His unexpected passing has left a huge hole in too many hearts.

 

Brian Patrick...

Bettye Fell

Bettye Fell

Jan 19, 2023

Bettye Jean Dickey Fell passed from this life into heaven on January 19, 2023 in Carlsbad, New Mexico. 

She was born in Denison TX on June 24, 1925 to John A. and Mary E. Dickey.  Her parents moved to Ft. Worth, TX in May, 1925 where her father served as minister to the South Side Church of Christ for 8...

Beca Bedingfield Standard

Beca Bedingfield Standard

Jan 15, 2023

Beca Sue Bedingfield Standard spent her last days on earth, surrounded by family before peacefully walking into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, January 15, 2023. A Celebration of Life is scheduled for 11:00 AM, Tuesday, January 24, at Sunset Church of Christ in Carlsbad, New Mexico with Mike Veilleux officiating.

Beca was born October 10, 1948, in Artesia,...

Wanda Welch

Wanda Welch

Jan 11, 2023

Wanda Welch, 72, of Carlsbad, New Mexico, was welcomed into the arms of her Lord and Savior on January 11, 2023. She was born on February 19, 1950, to Colon Grey and Dorothy Mildred Culberson in Chatham County, North Carolina. After completing high school and cosmetology school, Wanda married Robert Michael Welch on June 22, 1968. In 1973, they moved...

Mary Lou Martinez

Mary Lou Martinez

Jan 11, 2023

Mary Lou Martinez, 78, of Carlsbad, NM passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, surrounded by her family. Mary Lou was born on May 15, 1944, in Carlsbad, NM to Antonio and Gertrude Rodriguez.

Visitation is scheduled from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM Tuesday, January 17, 2023, at Denton-Wood Funeral Home, followed by a Vigil at 6:00 PM. Liturgy...

Vernell Barrick

Vernell Barrick

Jan 8, 2023

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Vernell Barrick, 94, of W. Cherry Lane, Carlsbad, NM, passed away January 8, 2023 at Goodlife Assisted Living. Funeral services are scheduled for 10:00 AM, Saturday, January 14, 2023 at Denton-Wood Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Gene Harbaugh officiating.  Interment will follow in Carlsbad Cemetery, Carlsbad,...

Mary Miranda Brito

Mary Miranda Brito

Jan 5, 2023

Mary Miranda Brito, 94 of Del Rio St, Carlsbad NM was greeted in Heaven by her daughter, Carmen Anaya on Thursday, January 5, 2023. Visitation will be 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at Denton-Wood Funeral Home. Graveside Services are scheduled for 10:00 AM, Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at Carlsbad Cemetery with Paster Mike Adams officiating.

Mary...

Thelma Lucille Powers

Thelma Lucille Powers

Jan 4, 2023

Thelma Lucille Powers, 99, of Artesia, NM passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2023, at home surrounded by her family and friends, this support absolutely meant the world to her and brought immense comfort in her last days.

 

Lucille met the love of her life, Watson Powers, and they got married on October 21, 1939, in the Bluegrass State...

Alonso O. Navarrette

Alonso O. Navarrette

Jan 4, 2023

Alonso O. Navarrette, 82, of E. Derrick Road, Carlsbad, NM, passed away January 4, 2023 at Covenant Medical Center, Hobbs, NM.  Cremation has taken place and private family services will be held at a later date. 

Alonso was born October 3, 1940 in Coyame, Mexico to Jose and Victoria (Ortega) Navarrette.  He worked as a rancher and farmer in the...

Linda Sue Ham

Linda Sue Ham

Jan 4, 2023

Linda Sue Ham, 72, of Carlsbad, NM passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2023, at the Carlsbad Medical Center. Linda was born on October 17, 1950, in Okemah, OK.

 

Cremation has taken place, and the family will have private services at a later date. Condolences may be expressed online at dentonwood.com

 

Linda was preceded in death by her...

Adam B. Hernandez

Adam B. Hernandez

Jan 4, 2023

Adam B. Hernandez, 59, of Irvin Street, passed away on January 4, 2023, at Carlsbad Medical Center.  Our beloved brother passed away peacefully surrounded by his family.  Adam and his twin sister, Eva, were born in Odessa, TX, on September 28, 1963, to Edmundo S. and Alicia B. Hernandez. 

 

Adam attended elementary school in Odessa and in Carlsbad...