CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – Following a Valentine’s season that celebrates love and companionship, the Cibola Citizen recognizes the couples who began new chapters together at the start of 2026, as well as those who chose new paths forward. These milestones reflect the continuing rhythm of life in our community – moments of commitment, change, and renewal shared among neighbors across Cibola County.
Families with photos or would like to have a special notice posted in the Cibola Citizen may contact the newspaper at editor@cibolacitizen.com January Marriages in Cibola County
The new year opened with celebrations of love across Grants and surrounding communities, with ceremonies held in courtrooms, churches, local businesses, and outdoor spaces meaningful to the couples involved.
On January 1, Richard George McNeill of Grants and Dei Elias Riddle of Durant, Oklahoma were united in marriage at Grants Riverwalk Park.
The ceremony was officiated by Tara Batchlor, with Beverly Michael and Jackie Sanchez serving as witnesses.
On January 9, Jonathan Kyle Judkins and Roxanne Lynn Meyers of Zuni were joined in matrimony at 700 E. Roosevelt Ave., Suite 50, in Grants.
Probate Judge Josephine Hurtado officiated the ceremony, witnessed by Veronica Chee and Brandy Jechl.
On January 10, Erik Raymond Galindo of Grants and Catherine Elizabeth Tena of Las Cruces exchanged vows at Hit List Archery Shop on Santa Fe Avenue.
Magistrate Judge Tony Mace officiated, with Issacc Gallegos and Sydney Lester standing as witnesses.
On January 22, Corbyn Jon Patrick Finn of Carlsbad and Madisen Lynsey Martinez of Houston were married at 700 E. Roosevelt Ave., Suite 50, in Grants.
Probate Judge Josephine Hurtado presided over the ceremony, witnessed by Maria Grujalva and Priscilla Marquez.
On January 23, Joshua Isaac Pacheco and Roxanne Nicole Autrey, both of Grants, were wed at Grants High School.
The ceremony was officiated by Ordained Minister Miranda Barajas, with Jolynn Perez and Reyes Jaramillo serving as witnesses.
On January 30, Tiffany Grace McCoy of Albuquerque and Brooke Lynn Power of Grants were united in marriage at a residence on Hilltop Lane in Grants.
Ordained Minister Byron Robinson officiated, witnessed by Kylie Lester and Brittany Ward.
Closing out the month on January 31, Gilbert Everitt Gonzales Jr. of Tucumcari and Tiffany Ann Gonzales of Albuquerque exchanged vows at the Grants Municipal Court.
Municipal Judge Michael Cavin officiated the ceremony, with Gilbert Gonzales Sr. and Tiyerra Gonzales serving as witnesses.
Also recorded in January was a late-filed December ceremony: on December 28, 2025,
Tommy Thompson of Crownpoint and Rosemary Maria of Blackrock were joined in marriage at the Ramah Church of the Nazarene. Pastor Randy Chatto officiated, with Tanisha Chatto and Keenan Teller as witnesses.
The Cibola Citizen extends warm congratulations to each of these couples and wishes them lasting happiness in the years ahead.
Divorces Filed in Cibola County – January 2026
Alongside celebrations of new unions, several marriages legally concluded during January, reflecting personal transitions within the community. January 8
Christina E Thurman v. Kaleb J Gill January 9
Royce Clawson v. Jared Clawson January 15
Veronica Rougemont v. Brent J Edwards January 22
Kallie Williams v. Angel Elkins Rochitz January 23
Kristi J Munro v. Patricia A Stout January 28
Shannon L Watson v. Matthew R Watson The Cibola Citizen recognizes that these moments carry deep personal significance and extends wishes of peace, stability, and new beginnings to all individuals and families moving forward.