Patricia Lynn Richardson, a resident of Clayton, NM, entered eternal rest on January 21, 2025, at Union County General Hospital, surrounded by her family. Patricia was born on February 21, 1964, in Silver City, NM, to parents Homer and Karen (Brown) Evans.
Trisha was a loving mother, grandmother, daughter, and sister with a love for life and all animals, big and small. She was a lively and curious child, excelling in school from an early age. During high school, she qualified for the Rotary International Foreign Exchange Program, spending time in the Philippine Islands, living with and learning from host families. Upon returning home, Trisha spent much of her time outdoors, enjoying horseback riding, gymkhanas, rodeos, and wilderness adventures with her beloved animals, friends, and family. Her love of animals remained constant throughout her life.
Trisha married Bobby Haymes in Silver City, NM, and in 1982, they welcomed their only child, John Wesley Haymes, who was born in Anchorage, Alaska. Her adventurous spirit took her to many places, but no matter where life led her, she always returned to New Mexico, where her heart and home were rooted.
As an adult, Trisha had many talents, ranging from carpentry and mechanics to baking and sewing. Family and friends often received her handmade quilts and blankets. She took great joy in baking and sharing a good meal with her son and family. She also had a natural talent for interior design, making every house feel like home for family and friends.
Trisha was deeply loved by family and friends and will forever be missed.
Patricia was preceded in death by maternal grandparents, Wes and Lillian Brown of Cliff, NM, and paternal grandparents, Bill and Bradie Evans of Silver City, NM.
She is survived by her son, John Haymes, and daughter-in-law, Sarah Wilkinson, of Clayton, NM; along with his two children, Wyatt and Ty. Other surviving family members include her mother, Karen Oney of Anchorage, AK; her father and stepmother, Homer and Patsy Evans of Deming, NM; her brother, Bill Evans of Deming, NM; her sisters, Leanne Morris of Deming, NM, and Kara Oney of Bellingham, WA; her stepparents, Charley and Marilyn Oney of Clayton, NM; her stepbrother, Brian Oney and Sia of Zurich, Switzerland; her stepsister, Kenna Oney, and Juan Ridgeway of Las Vegas, NM.
Cremation has been entrusted to Hass Funeral Directors of Clayton. No services will be held at this time. There will be a family gathering in the spring at Memory Lane Cemetery in Silver City, NM, for the placement of her remains in their Rose Garden.
