Jeffrey “Jeff” Michael Killough

Jeffrey “Jeff” Michael Killough, age 32, of Branson, Missouri, passed away on January 18, 2021. Jeff was born on March 30, 1988, in Grants, New Mexico, to Travis Bonell and Barbara Ann (Candelaria) Killough. A musician at heart, Jeff played, the guitar, wrote lyrics, and recorded songs.

Shauna Rae Draper McNeill

Shauna Rae Draper McNeill, formerly from Bluewater, NM. After struggling with Dementia, Shauna passed away peacefully on February 20, 2021 at her home in Hurricane, Utah. She was an extraordinary person; a beautiful, strong, caring, courageous, tender, and compassionate individual.

Sister Dianna Ortiz

Sister Dianna Ortiz, 62, an Ursuline Sister of Mount Saint Joseph for 43 years, died Friday, Feb. 19, 2021, in Washington, D.C., after a brave battle with cancer. She was raised in Grants.

John Thomas Vernon

John Thomas Vernon was born in Pontiac, Michigan to Thomas Vernon and Mildred Good on November 2, 1942. John is a long-time resident of Cibola County residing mainly in San Rafael.

Camille R. Poncho-Pack

Camille R. Poncho-Pack, 51, of Encinal, New Mexico was suddenly called home by the Lord on February 4, 2021, following a prolonged hospital stay. Funeral services will be arranged at a later date due to COVID-19 restrictions on the Laguna Pueblo.

Larry Gene MacKendrick

Larry Gene MacKendrick was born March 16, 1944 in Paonia, Colorado and passed away February 10, 2021 in Montrose, Colorado from Pneumonia. He grew up in Hotchkiss, Colorado, where he was active in 4-H, wrestling, and other sports. In 1970, Larry and his family moved to Grants, New Mexico.

Walter McBride

October 4, 1937 - February 9, 2021 Walter McBride, Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother and Uncle rode into the sunset on the 9th day of February 2021 at his home in Grants, New Mexico with his wife Gina by his side.

Gale Bertha Boyd Barnes

(January 29, 1945 February 2, 2021) A Private Family Graveside Service for Gale Bertha Boyd Barnes, 76, of Grants, New Mexico will be held on Wednesday February 10,2021at 11:00 a.m. at the El Morro Cemetery, Ramah, N.M. Reverend Dale Thatcher of Grace Baptist Church will officiate.

Donald J. Toivanen

Donald Toivanen, former resident of Grants and Michigan passed away on February 2, 2021 in Henderson, Texas. He was born in Ishpeming, Michigan to Victor and Aili (Toumi) Toivanen on October 28, 1939. Don attended school in Republic, Michigan and enlisted in the Navy after graduation.

Irvin Romero

Irvin Romero was Born January 21,1945,and died February 2, 2021 Irvin was born in Seboyeta, New Mexico. He finished his schooling in Albuquerque and worked for The University of New Mexico for 52 years.