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CRISP -- Ira Vincent "Vince" Crisp, age 86, died on Friday, February 13, 2004 in Clayton, New Mexico . I. V. "Vince" was born May 2, 1917 on the family homestead in Thomas, NM to Ira Nain Crisp and Minnie Alice (Cardwell) Crisp. At age 13, "Vince" became a working cowboy when he helped drive a herd of horses to the 101 Ranch in northern Oklahoma. I.V. "Vince" married Irene Christian in 1939 and they started their own ranch, Echoing Hoof Ranch, on the Springer Highway in 1953. In 1955 he helped drive a herd of twenty buffalo from the Oklahoma Panhandle to a newly built attraction called Ft. Jordan, north of Clayton. Vince was often known for his ornate welding work as evident by the many gates and ranch decor on his home ranch. Ever present in the community, he always rode in the 4th of July Parade in Clayton. His many awards include being named Union County Old-Timer and recently being awarded the Buck Ramsey Cowboy Lifetime Achievement Award on September 20, 2003 in Nara Visa, NM. The award is to honor the recipient for fostering and living the "Cowboy Way of Life". As Vince often enjoyed doing for family and friends, he sang "Punchin' the Dough", about a Trail Drive Cook, and "Zebra Dunn", during the awards ceremony. A portrait of Vince by artist Mona Tanzola, is on display at the Gila Regional Medical Center in Silver City, NM. He was preceded in death by his above mentioned parents, and by 7 siblings. Vincent is survived by his wife of 64 years, Irene Crisp of Clayton, NM; one daughter, Dr. Carleen Lazzell and her husband, Rue of Albuquerque; one son, Bill Crisp and his wife, Pat of Clayton, NM; seven grandchildren, including 7 great-granddaughters; one brother, Norman Crisp and his wife, Dean and two sisters, Lorenne Rigsby and her husband, Ret. Col. Cecil Rigsby and Loretta West. The family suggests that memorials be made to the Benny Gilbert Memorial Scholarship Fund at the Farmers and Stockmans Bank in Clayton, or to the Memorial of your choice. Funeral Services were under the direction of Hass Funeral Directors in Clayton, NM. Please visit www.hassfuneralhome.com to view the online obituary and sign the guest book.
        Published on: Sun February 22, 2004

GILLESPIE -- Tedd P. Gillespie, a resident of New Mexico since his birth in Springer on November 19, 1929, died peacefully in his sleep Monday, January 12, 2004. Preceded in death by his wife, Laurita, he leaves his children Amy and Pete Gillespie and his grand sons Brian Gillespie and Rex Hoeltke. His family members Florence Gillespie and Margy Wienbar of Albuquerque and Alice Hoeltke of Stanley, and Sally Walker and family of Alamogordo, will remember him as a quiet, creative and talented craftsman. He retired in 1994 after being a lifelong member of Bricklayers Local #2. He loved the outdoors and a daily crossword puzzle. Cremation and ennichement has occurred. As a memorial tribute, consider a gift to your favorite charity or the family suggests the Amy Biehl Foundation, 8300 Phoenix NE, 87110. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Sun January 18, 2004

GILLESPIE -- Tedd P. Gillespie, a resident of New Mexico since his birth in Springer on November 19, 1929, died peacefully in his sleep Monday, January 12, 2004. Preceded in death by his wife, Laurita, he leaves his children Amy and Pete Gillespie and his grand sons Brian Gillespie and Rex Hoeltke. His family members Florence Gillespie and Margy Wienbar of Albuquerque and Alice Hoeltke of Stanley, and Sally Walker and family of Alamogordo, will remember him as a quiet, creative and talented craftsman. He retired in 1994 after being a lifelong member of Bricklayers Local #2. He loved the outdoors and a daily crossword puzzle. Cremation and ennichement has occurred. As a memorial tribute, consider a gift to your favorite charity or the family suggests the Amy Biehl Foundation, 8300 Phoenix NE, 87110. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Sat January 17, 2004

GILLESPIE -- Tedd P. Gillespie, a resident of New Mexico since his birth in Springer on November 19, 1929, died peacefully in his sleep Monday, January 12, 2004. Preceded in death by his wife, Laurita, he leaves his children Amy and Pete Gillespie and his grand sons Brian Gillespie and Rex Hoeltke. His family members Florence Gillespie and Margy Wienbar of Albuquerque and Alice Hoeltke of Stanley, and Sally Walker and family of Alamogordo, will remember him as a quiet, creative and talented craftsman. He retired in 1994 after being a lifelong member of Bricklayers Local #2. He loved the outdoors and a daily crossword puzzle. Cremation and ennichement has occurred. As a memorial tribute, consider a gift to your favorite charity or the family suggests the Amy Biehl Foundation, 8300 Phoenix NE, 87110. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Fri January 16, 2004

GILLESPIE -- Tedd P. Gillespie, a resident of New Mexico since his birth in Springer on November 19, 1929, died peacefully in his sleep Monday, January 12, 2004. Preceded in death by his wife, Laurita, he leaves his children Amy and Pete Gillespie and his grand sons Brian Gillespie and Rex Hoeltke. His family members Florence Gillespie and Margy Wienbar of Albuquerque and Alice Hoeltke of Stanley, and Sally Walker and family of Alamogordo, will remember him as a quiet, creative and talented craftsman. He retired in 1994 after being a lifelong member of Bricklayers Local #2. He loved the outdoors and a daily crossword puzzle. Cremation and ennichement has occurred. As a memorial tribute, consider a gift to your favorite charity or the family suggests the Amy Biehl Foundation, 8300 Phoenix NE, 87110. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Thu January 15, 2004

DOUGHARTY -- Bernard W. Dougharty February 2, 1925-January 11, 2004 The Reverend Bernard Wilmot Dougharty was born in Haskell, Texas on February 2, 1925 and died in Las Cruces, New Mexico on January 11, 2004. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Margaret of the family home in Alamogordo, New Mexico; his four children, Philip Dougharty of Buffalo, New York, Bonnie Dougharty of Enid, Oklahoma, Dan Dougharty of Espanola, New Mexico, and Houston Dougharty of Tacoma, Washington; and members of their families, Kristina Dougharty, Adrian Goodwin, Chris Dougharty, Kayla McDuffie, Kimberly Dougharty, Allie Dougharty, and Fen Dougharty; and one nephew, Steve Dougharty of Albuquerque. He also leaves behind many other dear and faithful friends and family members. A graduate of Stamford (Texas) High School, Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas, and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Ft. Worth, Texas, Reverend Dougharty was a Southern Baptist minister for 53 years, serving New Mexico churches in Rosedale, Springer, Anthony, and Santa Fe. He also was Director of Missions in the Northeastern and Mountain Valley Baptist Associations. He and his wife were honored to participate in Partnership Missions in Panama and Great Britain, as well as serving as interim missionaries in France and Germany. A combat veteran of World War II, he received two Purple Hearts, an Oak Leaf Cluster, and a Bronze Star for his service in the infantry. He served as a chaplain in the New Mexico National Guard for 22 years, retiring a Colonel and the State Staff Chaplain. Funeral services will be held Thursday, January 15, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Alamogordo with the Reverend Charles Hanks of Alamogordo, the Reverend Bill Ware of Las Vegas, New Mexico, and the Reverend Francis Wilson of Albuquerque officiating. Interment will follow in Monte Vista Cemetery in Alamogordo. Pallbearers will be Philip Dougharty, Dan Dougharty, Houston Dougharty, Steve Dougharty, David Wyman, and Eric Rogers. Honorary pallbearers will be members of the Adult V Men's Sunday School Class and the Deacons of the First Baptist Church of Alamogordo. Should friends desire, Reverend Dougharty requested that memorial gifts be sent to the New Mexico Baptist Children's Home, P.O. Box 629, Portales, New Mexico 88130; or to the Boys and Girls Ranch, P.O. Box 5000, Boys Ranch, New Mexico 87002; or to The Gideons. Friends may call Wednesday from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Hamilton-O'Dell Funeral Home, Alamogordo.
        Published on: Tue January 13, 2004

BERNAL -- Antonio D. (Tony) Bernal, a resident of Los Lunas, New Mexico, passed away on January 2, 2004. Tony was born in Tinaja, New Mexico, on January 24, 1924, where he lived until he enlisted in the United States Navy during World War II. After leaving the Navy Tony worked for Wylie Brothers Corporation, in Albuquerque. He retired in 1989. During much of this time he and his wife, Nora also ran the Cattleman's Livestock Cafe in Belen, New Mexico. Tony is survived by his wife of 45 years Nora S. Bernal of Belen, New Mexico; five step children, Charlene Bryant of Los Lunas, Cathy and her husband, Lanny Cornell of El Cajon, CA., Sue Bock of Los Lunas, Pat and her husband Bob Richards of El Cajon, CA., Jerry Medley and his wife Susan of San Clemente, CA; three sisters, Elena Bernal and Terecina Jean of Albuquerque, Viola Castillo of Palo Blanco, NM; two brothers, Ignacio Bernal and his wife Lala of Springer, NM, Juan Bernal and his wife Louise of Sherman, TX , thirteen grandchildren; thirty great grandchildren and thirteen great great grandchildren and many loving nieces and nephews. Tony was a loving husband, father and grandfather and he will be greatly missed. Pallbearers will be his grandsons. The family requests that donations be made to the Alzheimer's Association, New Mexico Chapter, 8100 Mountain Rd. NE, Suite 102, Albuquerque, NM 87110. A visitation will be held at Romero Funeral Home Chapel from 2:30 p.m.to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 4, 2004. A rosary will be recited at 8:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church on Monday, January 5, 2004 with a Funeral Mass following at 9:00 a.m. Interment will be at Terrace Grove Cemetery in Belen. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N Main St., Belen.
        Published on: Sat January 03, 2004

Cumiford -- Robert B. Cumiford, age 92, born July 28, 1911 in Mountainair, New Mexico went to be with his Lord August 27, 2003. He leaves behind his wife, Leola Cumiford; daughter, Shelia Hornsby and husband, Darrel of Las Cruces, New Mexico; son, Charles Orville Cumiford of Guymon, Oklahoma; sister, Ruth West of Albuquerque New Mexico; brothers, Fred Cumiford of Springer, New Mexico, Harold Cumiford of Houston, Texas; nine grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers; two sisters, and one son, Robert Paul. He will be greatly missed by all especially his granddaughter Katrina Thrash and grandson Eric Hornsby. Viewing and Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m., Friday August 29, 2003 at Strong-Thorne Mortuary. Services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday August 30, 2003 in Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. 842-8800
        Published on: Sat August 30, 2003

Cumiford -- Robert B. Cumiford, age 92, born July 28, 1911 in Mountainair, New Mexico went to be with his Lord August 27, 2003. He leaves behind his wife, Leola Cumiford; daughter, Shelia Hornsby and husband, Darrel of Las Cruces, New Mexico; son, Charles Orville Cumiford of Guymon, Oklahoma; sister, Ruth West of Albuquerque New Mexico; brothers, Fred Cumiford of Springer, New Mexico, Harold Cumiford of Houston, Texas; nine grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers; two sisters, and one son, Robert Paul. He will be greatly missed by all especially his granddaughter Katrina Thrash and grandson Eric Hornsby. Viewing and Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m., Friday August 29, 2003 at Strong-Thorne Mortuary. Services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday August 30, 2003 in Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of: Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. 842-8800
        Published on: Fri August 29, 2003

Lloyd -- John H. Lloyd, 76, died Friday, August 15, 2003. He was reunited with his first wife, Betty Lou after she waited three years for him. He is survived by his wife, Zelda Wiggins; five daughters, Mary Ethel Plotner and husband, Will of Farmington, NM; Jeanne Reutner and husband, Charles of Avon, IL; Violet Pavelski of Rio Rancho, NM; Donna Martinez and husband, John of Rociada, NM; Terri Lloyd and husband, Mac Hann of Albuquerque, NM; two sons, John Richard and life partner, Andrew of Vallejos, CA; James Lloyd and wife, Bernadette of Santa Fe, NM; grandchildren, Will and wife, Jada, Becky and husband, Frank, Alicia, Melissa, Diego, Brian, Adrian, Cathy, Victoria, Maria, Melecio, Aedon, and Elaena; six great-grandchildren; niece, Maggie Anaya; and nephew, Tommie Lloyd. John worked for the phone company, Mountain Bell for 35 years, retired from the New Mexico National Guard after 42 years of service. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge and Eastern Star of Santa Fe and Springer, NM. He was also a member of the VFW Post 1139 and the M.O.W.W. Services will be held Wednesday, 11:00 a.m., at the First United Methodist Church, 320 Maxwell Ave., in Springer, NM. Interment will be in Springer, NM. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Sun August 17, 2003