All Obituaries

Alfredo Chavez Alfredo Chavez, 74, passed away on Saturday, March 11, 2023 in Albuquerque, NM. He was born October 28, 1948 in Zacatecas, Mexico to Jose Chavez and Maria DeJesus Longoria his father preceded him in death. Alfredo is also preceded in death by his wife of 47 years Janie Chavez and his baby girl Chavez. Those left to carry and cherish are his mother Maria DeJesus Longoria Chavez of El Paso, TX; sons Joe Maner and Rodney Chavez of Roswell, NM; daughter Delilah Moreno of...

Gilbert A. Sedillo Gilbert A. Sedillo, of Dexter, NM, age 87, passed away on Tuesday, February 28, 2023 in Albuquerque, NM. Gilbert was born July 30, 1935 in Hondo, NM to Petro Sedillo, and Idalia Sanches.  He joined the military in 1955. Gilbert was stationed in North Korea between 1955 to 1958. He was a senior medic during these 3 tours in North Korea. Gilbert married the love of his life Benita Romero in 1958.  Gilbert worked on the ranch and in agricultural industry his...

William David Herndon William David Herndon was born on June 27, 1951, in Clovis, New Mexico, to his father, Royce Herndon and mother, Loyce Herndon. He passed from this life on February 25, 2023, in Roswell. His family called him “Bill.”  Bill leaves behind a brother, Robert (Randy) Herndon, of Aurora Colorado, and a sister, Cynthia Herndon, of Raton New Mexico. William was proud that he had served his country in the United States Army from 1972 to 1977, including a tour...

Matthew Ross Ortega Oh, Matthew Ross Ortega, yes, your middle name is being used. You are in so much trouble! You left us behind to remember you, to carry your name in our hearts, to always remember your craziness. Your birth date is July 19th of 1985 and you left us on February 22nd of 2023. You leave behind your beautiful daughter Trina, the apple of your eye. The little girl that forever changed your life. You leave behind your mother, Nancy Ward. Your father, Belsom Ortega. You leave...

Aileen Sterrett Butts went to Heaven on Wednesday, February 22 to joyfully meet her Lord and Savior and join a host of beloved family and friends. Aileen was born October 30th, 1931, the middle of three daughters to Cecile Gordon and George Melvin Sterrett.  She lived her entire life in Dexter, the small community she loved.  Aileen was a lifetime member of the Little Gray First Presbyterian Church where her paternal grandparents had been among the founding members.  In this...

Mary McCarter Ritter September 12, 1946-February 14, 2023 Mary Ritter was born on September 12, 1946 and went to be with her Heavenly Father on February 14, 2023, at the age of 76 in Rio Rancho, after her long battle with Alzheimer’s. Mary was born in Roswell, NM to her parents Henry “Pete” and Corrine McCarter. She married the love of her life Bruce D. Ritter on June 26, 1971, and shared 38 wonderful years together.  He precedes her in death along with her parents...

Richard Thomas Hoover Private family services were held at Ballard Funeral Home for Richard Thomas Hoover, 71, who passed away Sunday, February 12, 2023.  

Juan Aguirre Saldivar nacio el 18 de agosto, 1923  en Piedras Negras, Chihuahua Mexico a Jesus Aguirre y Paula Saldivar. Juan fallecio el domingo, dia 5 de febrero, 2023. Juan se caso con Virginia Tavarez y tuvieron 9 hijos: Santos (Eva), Jesus Manuel (Cristina),  Maria Elena, Jose Luis, Raul Francisco (Alicia),Yolanda (David), Anglelica (Santiago), Guadalupe (Miguel), Paula Susana (Joseph). Juan y Virginia fueron bendicidos con 21 nietos y 36 visnietos. Visita para Juan se...

Charles Dewey Carmichael, 83 of Artesia New Mexico passed away February 1, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer. Charles (Chuck) was born in southern Ohio in 1939 to Ralph and Maxine Carmichael. The Carmichaels moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico for the dry climate. In a sense of duty to serve his country Chuck left his senior year of high school and enlisted in the Navy. After serving four years in the military, Chuck moved back to Ohio where he met Ellen. She had two children,...

Carl Lee Porter Carl Lee Porter, 69, of Roswell, NM was welcomed into the loving arms of his Savior, surrounded by family on Sunday, January 29, 2023. He was born in August of 1953 to Alfred and Betty Porter in Carlsbad, NM. Carl was a member of the ROTC at Carlsbad High School and graduated in 1972. After graduation, Carl served in the military as a mechanic and was stationed in Germany. During his service, Carl was awarded the National Defense Service Medal. Carl enjoyed music and...