Roselyn Etsitty, age 57, from Bluewater, New Mexico was called back to the Lord on February 20, 2021, after a prolonged stay in the hospital. She was born Sept. 7, 1963 in Gallup, N.M.. to Joe Frank Martinez of Haystack, NM and Nellie Sandoval of Thoreau, NM.

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.

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.

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.

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. In 1959 John found himself in Truth or Consequences, NM, he was traveling through as he had an opportunity to play minor league baseball, although this was a huge opportunity; he met his soon to be wife Sharon, and they celebrated 60 years of marriage together. He joined the US Army and took a tour to Germany. Upon his return, he always received odd jobs, but seemed to gravitate to Law Enforcement. He spent 40+ years in Law Enforcement in different entities. One of his proudest accomplishments was becoming “Major” and Chief of Security of WNMCF in Grants. He completed 25+years, ultimately retiring with the State of New Mexico in 2003. John is survived by his wife Sharon, sister Diane Crawford, brothers; Tommy

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 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. He worked for over 35 years as a science, social studies, and special education teacher in Grants and neighboring areas. His former science students recall some of his more outrageous experiments.

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. Walter was born October 4, 1937 in Grants, New Mexico where he lived many years.

(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.

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. He moved to Grants after the Navy and worked several jobs as a barber, miner, prison guard and counselor for the Anaconda Company. He lived in Henderson, Texas for the past several years. He retired as a correctional officer for Bradshaw State Jail. Don was an avid golfer, enjoyed the casinos and other outdoor sports. He also loved the Green Bay Packers.