All Obituaries

Daniel Winston Sanders went to be with his Lord and Savior on September 24, 2023. He was born on August 8, 1943 in Mena, Arkansas to Vera Virginia (Mills) Sanders Warren G. Sanders.  He was the oldest of three children, Kathleen Barnard of Alamogordo, New Mexico and Barbara Barnes of Delta, Colorado.  Daniel started his life in highway construction, logging and finally over the road truck driving.  He worked for companies at first then developed his own company.  Daniel...

DellaBeth (Morgan) Carney, age 63, passed away peacefully at home with her family beside her in Rio Rancho, NM on Friday, September 22, 2023.  DellaBeth was born on February 21, 1960, to Tinsley and Patricia Morgan in Alamogordo, NM. After graduating from Alamogordo Senior High School in 1978, she went on to get her Associates in Police Science and in Arts. In May of 1981, DellaBeth met Michael L. Carney. They were married in April 1982 and raised four children, Natalie, Heather,...

Michael Dwayne Burnett, 76, of Alamogordo, New Mexico passed away peacefully on September 19, 2023, at his home. Michael was born in Clovis, New Mexico, on September 5, 1947, to Clinton and Mary Frances Burnett. He grew up with brother, Larry Burnett and sister, Sherry Welborn, Michael being the youngest of the three.  After graduating from Gatesville High School, Michael joined the Marines and was stationed in Vietnam where he bravely fought in the Battle of Khe Sanh. He was awarded...

Dolores Antionette (Tressie) Shields, 86, proceeded to her heavenly home on September 8, 2023. She was born on June 13, 1937, in Monroe, Michigan to Ben and Bessie (Hosek) Tressie. Lovingly called “Grandma Dee” by many, she enjoyed reading, coloring on her tablet, watching movies and NCIS, and going to Wal-Mart every Saturday. She was a constant source of kindness and encouragement to her family and friends, and she had a wonderful sense of humor. From her successful career in...

It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that we say goodbye to Richard Padilla.  He passed away peacefully on September 6, 2023, with his beloved wife, Mary Frances Padilla, of 52 years by his side.  Richard was the oldest of six children and is preceded in death by his parents, Eligio and Ramona Padilla; his brothers, Ermie, Gene, and Eddie Padilla. He survived by his sisters, Dolores Soto and Fena Kiskaden.  He also leaves behind his only child, Christopher Darren Padilla;...

In Loving Memory of Jonathan Levi Jennings   Jonathan Levi Jennings, born on March 19, 1996, passed away on September 4,2023. A beloved son, brother, and grandson, Jonathan's life was marked by his dedication to learning and service.  Jonathan was a student of Karate at Complete Martial Arts. His passion for martial arts was a testament to his discipline and commitment. He also pursued his high school studies online with Stratford, demonstrating his love for independent...

Tina Marie Hart, 61, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend passed away Thursday, August 31, 2023, in Alamogordo, NM.  Tina was born on September 21, 1961, to Frank John Piehler II and Joyce F. Smith in Islip, New York, both of whom precede her in death. She came into this world with a caring soul and a steadfast loyalty to her friends and family. After moving to the southwest in her mid-teens, where she graduated from Belen High School in 1979, Tina knew she wanted to serve...

Dora Belle Walker passed away peacefully on August 28, 2023, at her home. She was born January 31, 1931, to Milton Lyons and Marion Ida (Boski) Jones in East St. Louis, Illinois. She resided in Alamogordo from August 1963 to December 2018. She married William J. (Buck) Walker in 1955, and they had 3 sons. Dora graduated from St. Teresa Academy in East St. Louis Illinois in 1949. She worked in St. Louis, MO, Whittier CA, and Wikes-Barre, PA prior to coming to Alamogordo, NM with her...

Community advocate, devoted wife, proud mother, are all adjectives that describe Virginia Yearley.  “Ginger” or “Red” as she was affectionately known to her family, friends, colleagues and the Otero County public during her more than 30 years distinguished career in local government service passed away peacefully on August 26, 2023. Ginger literally grew up in Otero County politics.  In 1956, at age 22, she began her career serving as Deputy County Clerk...

Ygnacio Sarmiento Jr. passed peacefully on August 25, 2023. He was best known to all who knew and loved him as Nacho. He lived a long life as a traveler, artist (guitarist, photographer, and wood carver), an exceptional family-oriented individual, and a parish servant. Nacho proudly served in the Army during the last three years of the Korean War. Shortly after returning to Alamogordo, he had the opportunity to work for a private corporation to conduct avionics for various aircraft. His work...