Obituaries

Apr 17, 2024

Apr 6, 2024

Apr 1, 2024

Robert E. Thomas (RT)

   RT passed away in Roswell New Mexico on April 1, 2024. RT would have been 65 on April 2, 2024. His wish was to be cremated and buried with his family out of Albuquerque New Mexico. RT was very well respected in his career field. RT was loved by so many and made a great impact...

Mar 29, 2024

Frances Lee Hopper, 73, passed away peacefully on Good Friday, March 29th, 2024, in Albuquerque, NM.  Fran, as she was known, was born November 15th, 1950, in Hobbs, NM, to Jack Blackwell Hopper and Frances Lucille (Prichard) Hopper.

Fran graduated from McLean High School in McLean, TX, in 1969 and briefly went to college at West Texas A&M University in Canyon,...

Mar 28, 2024

Jimmy J. Galvan Jr. 53

Jimmy J. Galvan Jr., known as "Buggy," has left a profound mark on those who had the privilege of knowing him. Jimmy was born to Jimmy J. Galvan and Juanita Vasquez Teter on October 2, 1970, in Roswell, New Mexico. Jimmy's journey in this world came to a sudden end on March 28, 2024, in his...

Mar 26, 2024

Larry “Candyman” Candelaria born May 9, 1953 passed away in his wife’s arms when he was called home Tuesday, March 26, 2024. He was the life of the party, had such a huge heart helping anyone and everyone in need at any time no matter what. He never met a stranger and was loved by so many. He loved dancing,...

Mar 21, 2024

Stewart Warren Jones, affectionately known as Bud, has passed away in Roswell, New Mexico. Born in East Taylor Town, Pennsylvania, on October 19, 1945, Bud's journey through life was marked by resilience, kindness, and a deep passion for helping others. During his time on this earth, Bud wore many hats but found his true calling as a Mechanic for the...

Mar 20, 2024

Pamela Mcleod, 64, born August 8, 1959 passed into glory on March 20, 2024.

 

Pam was born in Slaton, TX to Eddie Bourland and June Ford. Her father passed away when she was young, and she was raised by a wonderful father, John Ford. She spent her elementary years in Vernon, TX and then her family relocated to Odessa, TX. She graduated from Permian High...

Mar 19, 2024

Veta LaRue Vaughn

Veta LaRue Vaughn, 87, of Dexter New Mexico, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 19, 2024. Veta was born in Pittsburg, Oklahoma on June 8, 1936, to her father John T. Burns, and her mother Rutonse Walker.

Veta was a faithful member of Dexter Church of Christ. On Veta’s free time, she loved working in the yard as well...

Mar 17, 2024

Simona Ponce Montez, 91, passed away at home on March 17, 2024, in Roswell, NM.

Simona was born on February 18, 1933, in Vado de Piedra (“El Vado”), Chihuahua, Mexico to Pedro Estrella Ponce and Juana (“Juanita”) Carrasco Ponce.  At around the age of 12, Simona traveled to Loving, NM, to live with her beloved aunt, Heriberta (“Betita”) Ponce Salmon (her father’s...

Mar 16, 2024

James Frank Gill, 75, of Roswell, NM passed surrounded by family and loved ones on March 16, 2024 in Albuquerque, NM. He was born on June 16, 1948 to Walter Lee Gill and Iola McCombs Gill in Clovis, NM.

 

Jim’s roots in the community were deep from birth as the fourth generation of Roswell Seed Company, and he made them even...

Mar 11, 2024

Eloy Mireles Jr.

With broken hearts our beloved husband, father, brother and grandfather, Eloy Mireles Jr., 71, passed away on Monday, March 11, 2024 surrounded by the love of his family. He was born November 18, 1952 in Roswell, NM to Eloy Chaves Mireles Sr. and Eliser Lucero.

Eloy was very strong in the Catholic faith. He retired from the City of...

Feb 27, 2024

Barbara Jo Burrell, 74, passed away in her home on Tuesday, February 27, 2024.Barbara was born in Portales, New Mexico to James Loy and Roberta Foster.  Barbara graduated from ENMU Portales as a young woman and had a long career as a registered nurse in New Mexico and Texas. She was a very caring and thoughtful person and will be missed...

Feb 19, 2024

Josephine Montoya

With much sadness in our hearts Josephine Montoya, 72, passed away Monday, February 19, 2024 surrounded my her loved ones. She was born March 6, 1951 in Roswell, NM to Pablo Montoya and Adelina Serna Montoya who preceded her in death.

Those left to honor and cherish her memory are her daughters Sarah Poncedeleon and Jennifer Poncedeleon of Roswell, NM;...

Feb 19, 2024

MARÍA GURROLAAs a great testimony of the Lord Jesus, María Gurrola formed a beautiful home with her husband Sixto Gurrola and her five children. Today she has been called by the Lord Jesus and will live with her beloved husband for eternity. María was born here in Roswell, NM on September 27, 1924. Her parents were Mariano Dominguez and Cándida Saipán....

Feb 13, 2024

Alfonso Romero, 62, of Artesia, NM, was called home with our Lord on February 13, 2024, after suffering a heart attack and stroke and succumbing to his injuries. He was born in Visalia, CA on September 12, 1961 to Dionicio “Sonny” and Mary Ellen Romero. Alfonso was raised in Clovis, NM and attended Clovis High School. At 17 years of...

Feb 12, 2024

Frances P. Wieland

Frances P. Wieland, 90, of Ruidoso Downs, NM passed away peacefully on February 12, 2024. She was born on March 3, 1933 in San Patricio, NM to Willie Randolph and Dulcinella Polaco who preceded her in death.

Frances was also preceded in death by her husband Charles W. Wieland; daughter Betty Wieland; brother Billy Randolph; sisters Beatres Trujillo and...

Feb 5, 2024

Glenda English Hoogestraat

With heavy hearts we announce the death of Glenda English Hoogestraat, 76 who passed away on February 5, 2024 surrounded by family.

Glenda was predeceased by her parents, Delbert and Elva English as well as her siblings Wynona Morgan, Bill English, Kenneth English, James Truman English, and Evelyn Grissom. Her son Bryan Fowler and her grandson Christopher Hamilton have...

Jan 23, 2024

Maria "Lil Mary" Archuleta passed on to her eternal home on January 23, 2024, in Roswell, NM. Maria was born November 8, 1957 in Gallup, NM to Clovis O. Archuleta and Leticia Padilla. She was one of 13 children. Maria met her lifelong partner Juan "Popo" Romero in the early 70's in Carlsbad, NM.

 

Maria was a follower of Christ, as any follower of Christ...

Jan 21, 2024

JOSEPH PATRICK PURCELL

December 10, 1982-January 21,2024

Joseph (Joe) Purcell was born December 10, 1982 to Charles Purcell and Vicki (Janecka) Purcell in Roswell, New Mexico. He was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church. He attended religious education classes and received all his sacraments at St. Peter Church. He was educated at Roswell schools and graduated from Goddard High School in...