Obituaries

Apr 19, 2023

Duane Edgar Evans, 87, passed away on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 in Flagstaff, AZ. He was born January 13, 1936 in Carrizozo, NM to Joe and Bess Evans.

Duane graduated from Roswell High School and received his Bachelor’s and Master’s degree at Sul Ross State University. Duane served in the United States Army from 1961 to 1963....

Apr 16, 2023

Allen Tice, 63, beloved father, husband, and grandfather, was called to his eternal resting place on April 16, 2023. He entered this world on February 12, 1960, in Marysville, CA, born to Alton and Artie Tice. Allen was a resident of Artesia, NM, where he was a truck driver for Groendyke Transportation.

He is survived by his...

Apr 5, 2023

Viewing for Willora Bryant will be held at Hagerman Cemetery on April 6, 2023, at 3:00PM with Graveside Services to follow at 3:30 PM.

Apr 1, 2023

On March 31st, 2023, Isabel Romero Flores was called home to be with the Lord. Our beautiful Isabel "Bella" is survived by her loving sons John Flores and spouse Debi Flores of Albuquerque, NM, Joseph Flores of San Diego, CA, her daughter Marcella Kerwin and spouse Jason Kerwin of Los Angeles, CA, her brother Ferman Romero and spouse Huberta...

Mar 26, 2023

Brandon Lee Revell

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Brandon Lee Revell on March 26, 2023 at the age of 46. Brandon was a beautiful and warm soul with a love for music and family.  He was a loving brother, son, uncle and an amazing talented musician whose light shone bright. His life ended much...

Mar 26, 2023

Louis Sundstrom

On March 26, 2023, Louis Sundstrom, (Papa) beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend passed away at the age of 95 years young. Louis was born in Hayward, WI to Arthur and Louise. He joined the Army at the age of 17, which had taken him all over the world including meeting the Queen of England....

Mar 24, 2023

William “Bud” Merchant

William “Bud” Merchant, 83, of Lubbock, TX passed away March 24, 2023, at home surrounded by his family. He was born in Dexter, NM to Earl and Violet Merchant on August 19, 1939. He grew up in Dexter with his siblings Darrel, Carolin, Jackie, and Mike. His parents, Darrel, Jackie, and Mike have proceeded...

Mar 16, 2023

Kenneth Irvin

12-15-37 --------- 03-16-23

85 years old

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Kenneth was born in Roswell, New Mexico to Hap and Agnes Irvin and was one of six children.  Kenneth married Mary, the love of his life June 26, 1957, and they were married for sixty-three and a half years. He and Mary...

Mar 11, 2023

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.

Feb 28, 2023

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...

Feb 25, 2023

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,...

Feb 22, 2023

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...

Feb 22, 2023

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.

Feb 14, 2023

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...

Feb 5, 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...

Feb 1, 2023

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...

Jan 29, 2023

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...

Jan 27, 2023

Pablo Gallegos

Pablo Gallegos, 85, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2023.  A rosary will be held at 9:30 am, Saturday, February 4, 2023, with funeral service following at 10:00 am at Ballard Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at South Park Cemetery.

Pablo was born January 13, 1938 in Captain, NM to Valentin Gallegos...

Jan 27, 2023

Christina C. Garcia, 77, beloved Spouse, Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother was called to her eternal resting place on January 27, 2023.

A rosary will be recited for Christina at 9:30 a.m. on Monday February 6, 2023, at St. Peter Church. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. immediately following the Rosary. Interment will follow at...

Jan 26, 2023

Ava Elizabeth Jauregui

1/22/2010-1/25/2023

Ava passed away on January 25, 2023, she passed peacefully in her home in San Antonio next to her mom and little sister.

A viewing will be held from 4:00 to 7:00 pm Thursday, February 2, 2023, at Ballard Funeral Home. Funeral service will be at 10:00 am, Friday,...