Tomasita ‘Tommie’ Bernal passed from this earth peacefully on the morning of July 11, 2025, with her family by her side. Tommie was a Raton resident for the last 40 years. She was born in Weston Colorado, on April 30, 1937, and grew up in Starkville. She was the oldest daughter of…
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Lillian Valdez Maldonado December 5, 1941 – July 11, 2025 Lillian Maldonado, 83, of Raton, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2025. Lillian was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. She was known for her quiet strength, warm heart, and the love she gave so…
Joseph Martin Lever, 63, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Sunday, July 13th , leaving behind a legacy built on love, loyalty, and horsepower. He is survived by his devoted wife of 37 years, Tina Lever, with whom he shared a deep and lasting bond. Together…
Bob Gott was born in Raton New Mexico on November 8th 1946. Bob was the youngest son of Frank and Mildred Gott who have preceded him in death. Bob was reunited with his wife Vera and two sons Steven and Paul on January 10th, 2025. Bob and Vera were childhood…
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, and grandmother Janet Bencomo. She peacefully left us for her eternal reward on Sunday, July 13, 2025 at the age of 72, surrounded by her family. Janet was born on April 20, 1953 in Raton, NM. She lived a life…
Helen Marie Garcia, 80, of Raton, NM passed away on July 6th, 2025, at the Parkview Medical Center in Pueblo, CO. Helen survived by her husband Joe Garcia, Sister Marcella Guara (Ted Guara), Brother-in-law Ben Garcia (Shirly), Lloyd Garcia, Josephine Garcia (Pete), Rosie Cardenas, Helen Benevides. Children Steve Garcia, Lorraine…
Mr. Pete Dabovich of El Paso, Texas passed away peacefully in his home on July 11th, 2025 at the age of 79. Pete was born to parents Roderick and Ange Dabovich on April 16,1946, in Trinidad, Colorado. Pete grew up in Raton, New Mexico, served in the National Guard, and…
Florence Martinez, age 81, passed away at home on July 8, 2025, where she was lovingly cared for by her daughter Monique. She was born on June 11, 1944 in Gulnare, CO. Flo, as everyone called her, or Grandma Flo, was a little spitfire. She enjoyed being outdoors – hunting, fishing and…
Manuelita (Mannie) Montoya Varela, 97, passed away peacefully on Friday July 4, 2025, after having fallen. In the days leading up to her passing she was visited and comforted daily by her loved ones. She was born March 8, 1928 in Servilleta, (Rio Arriba County) New Mexico to Jose Cresencio Montoya and…
Elizabeth Winchester Isaacs was born on June 21, 1925, in Clayton, New Mexico and died on July 8, 2025, at her home in Clayton, New Mexico. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at the Clayton Methodist Church with Pastor Kenneth W. Tidmore officiating.…