Obituaries

Hector M. Cisneros-Montanez

Hector M. Cisneros-Montanez

Oct 27, 2025

Héctor M. Cisneros-Montañez, de 35 años, falleció el 27 de octubre de 2025 en Rural, Nuevo México.

Los servicios estan pendientes.

Héctor nació el 11 de enero de 1990 en Delicias, Chihuahua, México, hijo de Carmen Montañez-Morales y Filiberto Cisneros-Moreno.

Héctor sirvió con orgullo como soldado en el Ejército Mexicano.

Le sobreviven su esposa, Judith Cortez-Olivas; sus hijos: Saúl Uriel Cisneros y Héctor Manuel...

Randy Ray Norrid

Randy Ray Norrid

Oct 25, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Randy Norrid, of Carlsbad, New Mexico, on October 25, 2025.

Randy was born and raised in Carlsbad, where he became known as the most kind-hearted person you ever met — a rare mix of toughness, humor, and generosity that only he could pull off. He was loyal to his family...

Bobby J. Moseley

Bobby J. Moseley

Oct 22, 2025

Bobby J. Moseley, age 42, of N. Edward Street, Carlsbad, NM, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2025, at Covenant Medical Center in Hobbs, NM. Cremation has taken place, and a memorial service celebrating his life will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, October 31, 2025, at Denton-Wood Funeral Home Chapel. Pastor Clay Carlson of Faith Baptist Church will...

Michael W. "Mike" Rich

Michael W. "Mike" Rich

Oct 20, 2025

Michael "Mike" Wayne Rich, a cherished husband, father, brother, and grandfather, passed away on October 20, 2025, in Andrews, Texas, at the age of 72. Born on August 16, 1953, in Carlsbad, New Mexico, Mike lived a life marked by dedication, humor, and an unwavering love for his family.

Mike leaves behind a legacy of love and laughter. His wife of...

Wanda Maxwell

Wanda Maxwell

Oct 17, 2025

Wanda Maxwell, 89, former resident, passed away on October 17, 2025, in Fort Worth, Texas. 

Visitation will be 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM, Thursday, October 23, 2025, at Denton-Wood Funeral Home. Graveside services are scheduled for 11:00 AM, Friday, October 24, 2025, at Carlsbad Cemetery with Richard West officiating. Denton-Wood Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Wanda was born April...

Sherry Lynn Hayden

Sherry Lynn Hayden

Oct 16, 2025

Sherry Lynn Hayden, 67, of Artesia, NM passed away October 16, 2025 in El Paso, TX. Cremation has taken place and there will be no public service.

Sherry was born August 8, 1958 in Farmington, NM to William “Bill” and Shirley (Dusing) Goins. She graduated from LaFollette High School in LaFollette, TN. Sherry later moved to Artesia, NM. She was a...

Wah-Leah Ballard

Wah-Leah Ballard

Oct 15, 2025

Services will be streamed and can be viewed here. 

Wah-Leah Faye Cox Ballard was born in Carlsbad, New Mexico on November 15, 1941, to Thomas J. Cox and Della C. Kenner Cox. She passed from this life on October 15, 2025, at home.

Visitation will be 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM, Friday, October 17, 2025 at Denton-Wood Funeral Home. Funeral services are...

Joel W. Barrett

Joel W. Barrett

Oct 9, 2025

Joel W. Barrett, 29, of Carlsbad, NM, passed away October 9, 2025. Services are pending with Denton-Wood Funeral Home.

Visitation will be 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM, Friday, October 24, 2025 at Denton-Wood Funeral Home. Funeral services are scheduled for 10:00 AM, Saturday, October 25, 2025 at Denton-Wood Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery, Carlsbad, NM. Denton-Wood Funeral...

Wanda Reames

Wanda Reames

Oct 9, 2025

Wanda Reames, 86, of Alamosa Street, Carlsbad, NM, passed away Thursday, October 9th at Goodlife Assisted Living. Cremation will take place and a family service will be held at a later date.

Wanda was born February 5, 1939 in Oklahoma City, OK. She was raised in Artesia, NM. She was a homemaker who loved spending time with her family. Wanda was...

Jeanette Isabel Duran

Jeanette Isabel Duran

Oct 8, 2025

Jeanette Isabel Duran, 58, passed away October 8, 2025 in Hobbs, NM.

Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM, Thursday, October 16, 2025 at Denton-Wood Funeral Home. Cremation will take place after. Denton-Wood Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

 Jeanette was born on July 25, 1967 in Santa Fe, New Mexico to Florindo and Gloria (Sena) Duran. Jeanette...

Guadalupe Acosta

Guadalupe Acosta

Oct 8, 2025

Con profundo dolor, la familia de Guadalupe Acosta comunica su fallecimiento ocurrido el 8 de Octubre del 2025 a la edad de 61 años. Guadalupe Acosta fue una hija,madre y abuela que dedicó su vida a su iglesia y familia. Guadalupe Acosta hija de Aida Adame y Guerrero Acosta dejó un legado de amor, sabiduría y fortaleza, y será recordada...

Charles E. "Charlie" Vanzant

Charles E. "Charlie" Vanzant

Oct 8, 2025

Charles E. “Charlie” Vanzant, 94, passed away peacefully at his home.

Graveside service is scheduled for 10:00 AM, Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at Carlsbad Cemetery with Pastor Pam Patrick and Pastor Brad Coates officiating. Denton-Wood is in charge of all arrangements.

Charles was born on October 1, 1931 in San Jon, NM to William and Pinky Vanzant. He graduated in Price, Utah....

Eugene "Joey" Montez

Eugene "Joey" Montez

Oct 7, 2025

Celebrating our beloved Eugene “Joey” Montez

Visitation will be 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM, Monday, October 20, 2025 at Denton-Wood Funeral Home followed by a vigil at 6:00 PM. Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled for 10:00 AM, Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at San Jose Catholic Church with Fr. Juan Carlos Ramirez officiating. Interment will follow in Carlsbad Cemetery, Carlsbad, NM....

David S. Dorado

David S. Dorado

Oct 6, 2025

David S. Dorado, 54, of Hill Street, Carlsbad, NM passed away October 6, 2025 at Carlsbad Medical Center. Rosary will be recited at 9:30 AM, Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at San Jose Catholic Church followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM with Fr. Juan Carlos Ramirez officiating. Cremation will take place following the services. Denton-Wood Funeral Home is...

Sharay A. Servance

Sharay A. Servance

Oct 5, 2025

Sharay A.Vane Servance at the age of 69 passed on to glory on Sunday, October 5th in Roswell, NM. Sharay was born in Carlsbad NM to Beulah Flemming Minner and John “Billy” Minner. She was their first-born child and grew up in Carlsbad, along with her many siblings Wayne Broach, Frankie Minner, Sharece Minner, Steve Moore, Tena Moore, Tamera Moore,...

Robert "Rob" Michael Rich

Robert "Rob" Michael Rich

Oct 5, 2025

Robert “Rob” Michael Rich, 46, passed away October 5, 2025 at his home.

A memorial service is scheduled for 6:30 PM, Friday, October 10, 2025 at Denton-Wood Funeral Home Chapel. Denton-Wood is in charge of all arrangements.

Condolences may be expressed at dentonwood.com

Roberto G. Chavez

Roberto G. Chavez

Oct 5, 2025

To view vigil please click here. 

To view Mass of Christian Burial please click here. 

Roberto G. Chavez, 74, of W. Lea Street, Carlsbad, NM, passed away Sunday, October 5, 2025 at his home. Visitation will be 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM, Thursday, October 9, 2025 at Denton-Wood Funeral Home followed by a vigil at 6:00 PM. Mass of Christian Burial is...

Gisela Landreth

Gisela Landreth

Oct 5, 2025

Gisela Landreth, 88, of Solana Road, Carlsbad, NM, passed away Sunday, October 5, 2025, at Goodlife Assisted Living, Carlsbad, NM. Cremation will take place, and a memorial service is scheduled for 11:00 AM, Saturday, October 11, 2025, at Word of Life Church.

Gisela was born October 8, 1936, in Heidelberg, Germany to Martin and Maria (Baumann) Beilharz. She met Sam Landreth...

Maxine Slusher

Maxine Slusher

Oct 3, 2025

Maxine Slusher, 64, of Praline Drive, Carlsbad, NM, passed away Friday, October 3, 2025 at Carlsbad Medical Center. Visitation will be 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM, Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at Denton-Wood Funeral Home. Cremation will take place following the visitation.

Maxine was born on June 18, 1961 in Denver, Colorado to William and Ruby (Hargis) Slusher. She graduated from Carlsbad...

Frankie R. Gipson

Frankie R. Gipson

Oct 2, 2025

Frankie R. Wray Gipson, born March 11, 1942 passed away peacefully surrounded by her kids on October 2, 2025. 

A memorial service is scheduled for 2:00 PM, Saturday, November 1, 2025 at New Song Christian Fellowship in Carlsbad, NM.

Frankie loved her family fiercely. She looked forward to family gatherings after church on Sundays. She was a hard-working and loving mother. Frankie...

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