Obituaries
David T. Montoya
Nov 2, 2025
David T. Montoya, 89, of Ortega Street, Carlsbad, NM, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at his home surrounded by family. Visitation will be 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM, Sunday, November 9, 2025, at Denton-Wood Funeral Home. A Rosary will be recited at 9:30 AM, Monday, November 10, 2025, followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM...
Donald W. "Donnie" White
Nov 6, 2025
Donald Wayne White, 86, passed away peacefully at his home on November 6, 2025. A lifelong resident of Carlsbad, New Mexico, Donnie lived a full life surrounded by family, friends, and the community he loved. He is survived by his best friend and significant other, Janis Potts; his sister Debbie Workman (Jimmy); sons Michael White (Deanne) and Mabry Jackson; daughters...
Ashly Danielle Tarango
Nov 4, 2025
Ashly Danielle Tarango, 31, of W. Greene Street, Carlsbad, NM, passed away Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at Carlsbad Medical Center.
Cremation will take place. A memorial service is scheduled for 10:00 AM, Thursday, November 13, 2025 at Oasis Church with Pastor Jerry Jamieson officiating.
Ashly was born September 14, 1994 in Roswell, NM. She graduated from Faith Christian Academy. Ashly loved music,...
Larry Burnette
Nov 2, 2025
Larry Dean Burnette Jr., 49, of Carlsbad, NM, passed away Sunday, November 2, 2025. Cremation will take place, and a memorial service is scheduled for 2:00 PM, Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at Denton-Wood Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Ronald McDuff officiating.
Larry was born December 10, 1975 in Farmington, NM to Larry Sr. and Sherri (Graham) Burnette. He graduated from Carlsbad...
Kenneth Wayne Heard
Nov 1, 2025
Kenneth “Wayne” Heard, 45, also known as SMURF in his drilling rig days, of Loving New Mexico passed away Saturday, November 1, 2025. He was born December 15, 1979, in Las Cruses New Mexico to parents William Charles Heard Jr and Susan Coleman. He was a resident of Eddy County most of his life and an employee of Western Midstream...
Rose Frazier
Nov 1, 2025
Rose Frazier, 96, passed away peacefully November 1, 2025, at her home in Carlsbad, NM surrounded by her loved ones.
Memorial Service is scheduled for 10:00 AM, Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at Denton-Wood Funeral Home Chapel with Deacon Tony Dominguez, Danny York and Fred Padilla. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery, Carlsbad, NM. Denton-Wood Funeral Home is in charge of all...
Maria Dolores Lara
Oct 27, 2025
Maria Dolores Lara, age 61, of Loving, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2025, in Carlsbad, surrounded by love and cherished memories.
Vigil will be held at 6:00 PM, Thursday, November 6, 2025, at Our Lady of Grace Parish. Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled for 10:00 AM, November 7, 205 at Our Lady of Grace Parish with Fr....
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.
El velorio se llevará a cabo el martes 4 de noviembre de 2025, de 4:00 p. m. a 7:00 p. m., en la capilla de la funeraria Denton-Wood, en Carlsbad, Nuevo México. A continuación, a las 7:00 p. m., se realizará el servicio funerario.
Héctor...
B. Jayne Freeman
Oct 25, 2025
Bessie Jayne Freeman was born on September 2, 1936, in Los Angeles, California, to Billie Evelyn (Righter) and Samuel Castro. She passed away peacefully on October 25, 2025, in Carlsbad, New Mexico.
Jayne spent her early years in Southern California and graduated from Perris High School in 1954. The following year, she married Vince Goeke and began a life devoted to...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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....
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