Obituaries

Patricia Louise Allen

Patricia Louise Allen

Patricia Louise Allen

Patricia (Pat) Louise Allen was born on Thursday, July 3, 1930 in Carman, Manitoba, Canada to Vivian and Gertrude Hardy. She had three siblings, Bill, Vivian and June. She completed her education in nursing.
James Martin Sayre

James Martin Sayre

James Martin Sayre

On Wednesday, March 31, 2021, James Martin Sayre passed away peacefully at the age of 89 at his home in Thoreau, New Mexico. Jim was born to Malvina (Searles) and John Sayre on the family farm in Hills, MN on February 29, 1932.
Lee Marmon

Lee Marmon

Lee Marmon

Lee Marmon, the master artist and beloved American treasure, passed away March 31, 2021, at age 95, a life well lived. Lee Marmon is often called the father of contemporary Native American photography.
Larry Smith Sr.

Larry Smith Sr.

Larry Smith Sr.

Larry Smith Sr., age 61, of Grants, NM passed away the early morning of Monday April 5th, 2021. Larry was born in Ft. Defiance, AZ to Chee and Hannah Smith on June 21st, 1959. He passionately pursued a lifelong career as an auto mechanic.
Aerron W. Barron (AW) (ACE)

Aerron W. Barron (AW) (ACE)

Aerron W. Barron (AW) (ACE)

Aerron W. Barron (AW) (ACE) 80 years old of Grants passed away on Friday April 2, 2021. AW was born in Carrizozo New Mexico, to Clara Bell and James Wesley Barron on March 8, 1941. He was well known to many as a Rancher/Cowboy.
Aaron Jimenez Sr.

Aaron Jimenez Sr.

Aaron Jimenez Sr.

Aaron Jimenez Sr. was born in Portales, New Mexico on September 13, 1982. He passed away unexpectedly after a short illness on April 4, 2021. Aaron was born and raised in Hobbs, New Mexico but made a life in Grants, New Mexico. Aaron was a loving father, son, brother, and uncle.
Joe M. Sanchez

Joe M. Sanchez

Joe M. Sanchez

Joe M. Sanchez, age 62, born to Eduardo and Melba Sanchez in Albuquerque and resident of Grants, New Mexico, passed away on March 23, 2021. Joe enjoyed a career as a certified appliance repair technician in the Albuquerque and Denver metro for many years.
Josephine "Jo" Marie Friedt

Josephine "Jo" Marie Friedt

Josephine "Jo" Marie Friedt

Josephine was born on October 28, 1937 in Regent, North Dakota and she went to be with the Lord on March 17, 2021 in Grants, New Mexico. A rosary and funeral service will be held on Friday, April 23, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. at St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church.
Dustin “Dusty” Nichols

Dustin “Dusty” Nichols

Dustin “Dusty” Nichols

On Friday, March 26, Dustin “Dusty” Nichols passed away. Dusty was born on September 18, 1979 in Durango, Colorado. He grew up in the Grants/Milan area with his parents, Mark and Beverley Nichols.

Bill Russell

Bill Russell passed away Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at his home, after a long illness.. He was born on March 18, 1955 in Logan, West Virginia. Bill is survived by his brother Carl and daughter McKenzie. Services will be held at a later date.