Obituaries

Jerry Lee Cochran Sr., 88, longtime Deming resident entered eternal rest on Saturday, April 12, 2025 in Austin, TX. He was born November 18, 1936 in Prosser, Washington to Harry Cochran and Kathleen Elaine.

 Jerry is survived by his children Jerry (Sandra) Cochran Jr., and Lisa (Aaron) Sera all of Deming; 5 grandchildren, Jerry Lee Cochran, Nicole Shaw, Kimberly Ward, Kari Close, and Forest Sera; 8 great-grandchildren, as well as his beloved fury companion, Kobe.

 He is preceded in death by his parents Harry and Kathleen Cochran; his beloved wife, Josie Cochran and their daughter, Kelly Cochran.

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Nancy Sue Gray, a beautiful sister, aunt, artist, nurse and friend, departed her earthly home in Deming, NM, on Sunday morning, February 23, 2025, to be with her Lord and Savior. She was 85 years old and left behind a life richly lived, deeply loved, and fully expressed.

Born on April 25, 1939, at St. Mary's Hospital in Tucson, Arizona, Nancy was the beloved daughter of John Latham and Ethel Measday Gray. The family's first home was a humble rock house in Sells, AZ, located on the San Xavier Indian Reservation. As World War II began, her childhood became a journey across the country—living in Ft. Bliss, TX, Fort Benning, GA, and Ft. Bragg, NC—offering her the gift of early adventure and resilience.

While her father served overseas, Nancy's mother made a home in Silver City to be near her sister, Ruth McKinney. It was there that Ruth's twin daughters, Frances and Ruth, lovingly helped care for Nancy, her sister Leah, and baby brother Warren—all under the age of five. Their father's return from the war brought a joyful reunion. A move to Deming to be closer to Grandmother Maggie Measday brought even more joy, with a lively childhood spent among cousins, games, and laughter.

George Hipple Saylor, 88, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Sunday, April 6, 2025 at Mt. View Regional Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM.  He was born May 27, 1936 in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania.

He attended college in Thatcher, AZ and received his Bachelor's Degree at Western New Mexico University.  George and Nancy Jane Wermeyer were life long friends before they married in 1978.  Living as man and wife for 47 years.  He substitute taught at Silver Consolidated Schools for many years, worked and retired from Phelps Dodge Corporation.  He and Nancy owned and operated Mud Puddle Ceramics shop for many years where he poured green ware, and Nancy painted Chile ristras and a variety of bells and other ceramic items and sold them throughout New Mexico and Arizona. 

They traveled all 50 states as well as many countries such as Europe, England, France, Germany, Switzerland and Belgium to name a few.

Rosie Villalobos Montez, 77, a resident of Bayard, NM, entered eternal rest on Thursday, April 3, 2025 in El Paso, Texas.  Rosie was born in Hanover to Concepcion and Antonia (Diaz) Villalobos. The only girl born with 4 brothers. She graduated from Cobre High in 1967.  After high school she was employed at Fort Bayard Hospital as a Nurse aide.  She purchased her first car, a Ford Maverick, which was per pride and joy.  She met and married, Tommy Montez. She was a loving and dedicated mother to her only child, Anthony.  They made their home in Bayard, where she continued as a homemaker.  She was a care giver for her mother for many years, until her passing.  She was then later a caregiver for her husband Tommy in his later years before his passing.  Everyone who knew her knew she loved to decorate her house and decorate for every holiday.  She loved crafting and quilting, and going to yard sales. She loved to collect memorabilia of Coca Cola, Elvis Presley and Wizard of Oz.  Her and Tommy loved to enjoy and were proud of their beautiful yard.    She will always be remembered as a loving person, sister and loyal friend.  She gave her all to anything she did.  Anthony would like to give a special heartfelt appreciation to Chon Jr and Anna Villalobos for being there to help Rosie and Anthony get through their most difficult times.

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our father, Ramón Altamirano, who passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 5, 2025 at the age of 98. He was a beloved father and grandfather who left a legacy of positive attitude, kindness, laughter, and a keen food critic. We will miss him deeply.

 The family will receive relatives and friends on Friday, April 11, 2025 from 1 to 2 o'clock in the afternoon at Baca's Funeral Chapel. The Rosary will then be recited at 2 which will be led by his daughter, Irma Juarequi. The Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 3 at St. Ann's Catholic Church with the rite of committal and interment to follow at Mountain View Cemetery. Fr. Francis Gyua, Pastor, will be officiating.

Ramon is survived by his 4 sons, Manuel (Lori) Altamirano, Ramon Altamirano, Jesus Altamirano, and Trinidad Altamirano; his 3 daughters, Irma (Richard) Juarequi, Guillermina (Guerrero) Macias, and Theresa (Greg) Black; 16 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. As well as many extended family members and friends.

Marcelle Therese (Marcy) Flores went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday April 5th, 2025 at the age of 63, surrounded by her loved ones.

 Marcy was born to Regis Fredette and Alice Cormier on October 1, 1961 in Del Rio, TX. At the time, Regis was an airman in the United States Air Force and the family was moved around the country until his retirement in 1974 in Tucson, AZ. There Marcy resided and eventually met and married her beloved husband, Robert in 1997. They had a son born to them, Daniel, that very same year.

Marcy and Robert were co-managers of Las Palmas Mobile Home Park in Tucson for many years. In 2012, Robert retired and moved his family to Silver City, NM where Marcy lived out the rest of her life. In that same year, she developed COPD. Despite having a pulmonary disease and living on oxygen 24/7, she was full of life and humor. She didn't allow COPD to discourage her from enjoying the life that God gave her. Marcy was very loving to all of her family, friends, and animals.

Rowena "Weenie" Tate, 81, a resident of Silver City, NM, entered eternal rest Saturday, April 5, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. She was born June 16, 1943 in Long Beach, CA to Ike and Wilda Harsh. Rowena grew up all over New Mexico as her family followed her father's road construction career. She graduated from Grants High School. She married her high school sweetheart, Larry E. Tate, on June 13, 1962. They raised four children together. After moving to Silver City in 1968, Rowena immersed herself in driving the activity bus for Silver Schools and being involved in her children's activities. She then started working at the Grant County Treasurer's Office in 1984 where she served for 23 years and fully retired in 2007. Her passions were boasting about her children's accomplishments and doing her best to be present at her grandkids activities; whether it was football games or prom in Morenci to late nights at the baseball fields to the chile sales for FFA. She was involved in the local 4-H clubs and FFA chapter starting with her kids in the 1980's. Her work in the 4-H and FFA continued into her grandkids' school years. Her hobbies included simply going to all of the events, fundraisers, dances, homecoming parades, and games that her family had going on. Her favorite things were being involved with her church and family.

Rosie Villalobos Montez, 77, a resident of Bayard, NM, entered eternal rest on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at La Gaviota Adult Foster Home in El Paso, Texas.  Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.