David Groves

David Groves obituary, Clovis, NM

David Groves

David Groves Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Muffley Funeral Home Inc. on Nov. 12, 2025.

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David Groves, age 77, of Portales, NM, passed away on Sunday November 9, 2025 at home. Services will be held at a later date.
David was born on August 10, 1948 to Haldane J. Groves and Wilma Jean Mixon. He married Mary Inez Adams in 1978 in Houston, TX. David was a member of the United States Army and served in Vietnam. He worked in construction and was also a heavy equipment operator. David loved to hunt and work on old cars, including his favorite Ram Charger and loved riding his motorcycle, the green machine. He never met a stranger.
Survivors include his wife; Mary Groves of the home, one daughter; Salina Wilson (Dustin) of Roswell, NM, one son; Wesley Groves (Irene) of Roswell, NM, six grandchildren, six great-grandchildren numerous nieces and nephews, and other extended family members.
Arrangements have been made to Muffley Funeral Home, www.muffleyfuneralhome.com,
(575) 762-4435.
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