Obituaries

Daniel "The Jerky Man" Ray Molina, 60, a resident of Deming, NM, entered eternal rest on Monday, May 6, 2024 in Dallas, Texas.  Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels ~ 575-537-0777.

Harvey E. May, 93, of Arenas Valley passed away Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at Mesilla Valley Hospice in Las Cruces. Arrangements are pending under the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels.

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Maria Baca Torres, age 93, Deming resident, entered Eternal Rest on Saturday, May 11, 2024 in Las Cruces, NM surrounded by her family.

Maria was born December 31, 1930, in Dwyer, NM to Ramon and Ramona (Chanez) Baca. In 1952, she married Hector G. Torres, and together they relocated to Deming, NM, in 1963. Maria and Hector were married for 24 years until his passing in 1976. She lived in Deming for the remainder of her life.

Maria was first and foremost a loving and dedicated mother and grandmother, known for her remarkable resilience, strength of character, and perpetual kindness. She cherished cooking for her family, consistently offering them delicious home-cooked meals either freshly prepared or stocked in advance. These thoughtful gestures reflected her deep commitment to family unity and their absence will leave an irreplaceable space. Maria was incredibly sociable and never missed an opportunity to attend any family gathering, especially if it included music and dancing.

Helen J. Trujillo, 95, Deming resident went home to our Lord and Savior on Monday, May 6, 2024. She was born in Colfax County on September 6, 1928.

Helen was a devoted wife and loving mother. She retired from the Deming Public Schools, some of her life achievements were, she received her black belt in Karate, she loved to crochet, and she participated in the Senior Olympics, loved playing bingo, and enjoyed working on puzzles.

Those left to cherish her memories include her sister, Becky Quintana (Laudente); her children, Cipriano Chavez (Maria), Tony Trujillo (Nancy), Beatrice (Jerry) Kerr, Dominic Trujillo, and daughter in law Linda. Numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, and cousins.

Helen is preceded in death by her husband, Joe Trujillo; a son, Michael Trujillo; her mother, Beatriz Chavez, and her siblings, Cipriano Chavez Sr., and Elsie Chavez Le Doux.

Francisco "Frankie " Flores, 65, longtime Lordsburg resident passed away Sunday May 12, 2024 in Lordsburg.  Arrangements are pending.

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Joan Julia Judd, 71, a resident of Cliff, NM, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at Mesilla Valley Hospice in Las Cruces, NM.  She was born on October 21, 1952 to her parents, Forrest Glen and Carolyn (Lambert) Judd in Indianapolis, IN. 

Joan loved her cats, rock hunting and riding her horse. 

She is survived by her daughter, Tasha Monique Donaldson (Clay) of Cliff, NM; her grandchildren, Ashtyn, Hayli, Sam, Janie, Khloe, and Remington Donaldson.  She was preceded in death by her parents.

Joan will be laid to rest on Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 11:00am at Cliff-Gila Mesa Cemetery in Gila, NM.

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Scott Eldon Dayley, 36, a resident of Silver City, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at his residence.  He was born to his parents Anthony Scott and Rubie Dee (Grimes) Dayley in Albuquerque, NM on August 24, 1987.

Scott was a man who was loved by all. His personality was infectious with laughter. He showed love and compassion to everyone he came across. He would give the jacket off his back to someone in need and put himself in harm's way, if it meant he could help someone. His biggest love was his family and his three children.  He may have been big and intimidating but underneath that was a soft cuddly teddy bear who loved with his heart. Losing him will leave a hole in many lives.

Johnny Sosaya, 70, a resident of Bayard, NM, entered into eternal rest on Monday, May 6, 2024 at Mesilla Valley Hospice in Las Cruces, NM.  He was born in Artesia, NM on September 21, 1953.

Johnny was a good person who loved fishing and the outdoors.  He was son of Richard and Martha Sosaya. His brothers were David and Richard Jr. At the age of 12 he learned to play he drums where he later played in a band called The Do-Rights.  At the age of 18 he got a job as an apprentice for a surveyor.  He went to NMSU and got his degree and also taught at NMSU for a couple of years. He surveyed all over Grant County and finally became self-employed.

"At the end he told me he had a good life. Love you brother, I'll see you later. God Bless You"