Obituaries
Gene McPherson
Sep 28, 2025
Gene McPherson, a dedicated truck driver and proud veteran, passed away on September 28, 2025, in Roswell, New Mexico. He was born on April 2, 1940, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and lived a life characterized by hard work, commitment, and family devotion.
For 35 years, Gene carved out a career at UPS, where he was known for his work ethic and...
Marvin Roberts
Sep 27, 2025
Marvin Lee Roberts, 74, of Roswell, New Mexico, passed away peacefully at home after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Marvin was born in Killeen, Texas, to Ralph Roberts and Lois Hendrix. He was one of three children, growing up alongside his sister, Cynthia Richardson, and his brother, Charles Roberts.
Marvin proudly served his country as a United States Marine before...
Edith Hinojosa
Sep 26, 2025
Edith Hinojosa, a beloved member of the Roswell community, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2025, in her hometown at the age of 80. Born on February 21, 1945, in Roswell, New Mexico, Edith lived a life filled with love, faith, and dedication to her family and community.
A devoted homemaker, Edith exemplified the virtues of patience and care in...
Charles Coll
Sep 7, 2025
Charles Hinkle Coll ("Chuck") of Roswell, NM passed away suddenly on Sunday evening September 7, 2025, at the family farm as he was "putting up the sheep". He was 88 years old.
Chuck was born to Max W. Coll and Lillian Hinkle Coll on October 14, 1936, in Roswell. A lifelong resident, he graduated from Roswell High School in 1955....
Dolores McKinney
Sep 4, 2025
Dolores L. McKinney, 86, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 4, 2025, in Roswell, NM. Please take a moment and share a kind thought or memory with Dolores family at www.service@ballardfuneralhome.com.
Services will be held at Assumption Catholic Church in Roswell, NM on the 17th of September 2025. Rosary will be held at 08:30am with Mass to follow. Precession to South...
Alice Eppers
Sep 4, 2025
ALICE EPPERS 12/07/1933-09/04/2025
Alice was born to Carl and Frances Long in Roswell, NM where she graduated from Roswell High School. She met the love of her life, H. W. "Bud" Eppers, at Toad's Western Store in downtown Roswell and they married on her birthday.
They worked on a ranch and then moved to Las Cruces so Bud could attend...
Colton Porter
Sep 4, 2025
Colton Ray Porter
Colton Ray Porter of Roswell, New Mexico, passed away September 4, 2025. Born the only son of Doyle Porter (deceased) and survived by his biggest fan and mother, Kelly Key. Baby brother of 6 biological sisters, one adopted sister, 2 half-sisters and 2 half-brothers. Sisters Kimberly Bender, Kelleigh Porter, Tanna Rue (Key), Whitney Porter, Kriston Porter, and...
Raymond Martinez Villarreal
Sep 2, 2025
Roy R. Villarreal, a beloved figure in the Roswell community, passed away on September 2, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on August 26, 1952, in Roswell, New Mexico, Roy was not only dedicated to his family but also made a significant mark as a Manager at the Joy Center.
A proud airman in the US Air Force, Roy served...
Ramon "Carlitos" Montoya III
Aug 25, 2025
Ramon "Carlitos" Montoya III, born on October 7, 1999, in Roswell, New Mexico, passed away on August 25, 2025, in Dallas, Texas. He was a cherished son, brother, uncle, godson, and friend who left an indelible mark on all who knew him. A beloved figure in his community, Carlitos carried with a spirit of joy and a passion for life...
Joe Massey
Aug 21, 2025
Joe Massey Sr. passed away on August 21, 2025. Joe was born on January 27, 1938, in Mahan, West Virginia to his father William Massey and his mother Florence Thompson Massey.
Out of high school, Joe enlisted in the military, where he served in the occupation of Germany. Following the military, Joe met and married the love of his life, Sue...
Sue Massey
Aug 20, 2025
Sue Massey passed away on August 20, 2025. She was born on January 18, 1942, to her father Elmer Messer and her mother Anna Messer, in Westerly, West Virginia.
Sue met the love of her life in West Virginia, Joe Massey. Once married, Sue and Joe spent all their time together traveling to the West to many different states,...
Maria Chambers
Aug 14, 2025
Maria G Chambers
Maria Guadalupe Chambers, a loving wife, mother, daughter, grandmother, friend and devoted disciple of Jesus Christ, passed away on August 14, 2025, after a long battle with Stage 4 metastatic breast cancer. She passed away surrounded by loved ones, hearing words of love and comfort until the end.
Maria was born in Ameca, Jalisco, Mexico, to Apolinar Quirarte and Maria...
Gary Borst
Aug 8, 2025
Gary was born July 26,1941, in Rochester, New York. He worked for Kodak for 20 years making films and Xray films. In 1989, he took the buyout from Kodak. In 1990, Gary, his wife Judy, and the cat, moved to Roswell, NM. After a year and a half in Roswell, he joined the Enchanted Square Dance Club. For 17 years,...
Ross Dillon
Aug 6, 2025
On Wednesday August 6th, 2025, Ross Earl Dillon passed away at his home in Roswell, New Mexico. Ross was born in 1944 to Phyllis and Eralso in Hanford California.Ross was an Airman 2nd class in the Air Force. He received training in Lackland Air Force base in Texas and Walker Air Force base in New Mexico. His training was in communications...
Floyde Coronado
Aug 4, 2025
Floyde Coronado, age 84, a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, went to be with our Lord on August 4, 2025. She passed away peacefully at home.
Floyde Coronado was born to Melescio and Biesenta Aragon on September 11, 1940. She married her life partner, Albino Coronado, on June 28, 1958, in Ft Sumner, New Mexico. They moved to Roswell in 1967...
Kenneth Wunderlick
Aug 1, 2025
Kenneth Albert Wunderlick passed away August 1, 2025, in Roswell, NM surrounded by his loving family and friends. He was 91 years old.
Funeral services will be on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at Ballard Funeral Home.
Kenneth was born in Newton, Kansas on December 2, 1933, to Albert and Sarah Wunderlick. He was one of three children....
Elinor "Elly" Mae Mulkey
Jul 28, 2025
Elinor Mae "Elly" Mulkey (née Horton), age 90, passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 28, 2025, in Midlothian, Texas, following a brief illness. Born on July 10, 1935, in Chicago, Illinois, Elly lived a full and vibrant life marked by curiosity, resilience, and a deep appreciation for the arts and the people around her.Elly's professional journey was as...
Carlos Marquez
Jul 26, 2025
Carlos "Charlie" Marquez, born on January 22, 1943, was a lifelong resident of Roswell, New Mexico, he went to be with the Lord on July 26, 2025, in Roswell. He was a devout catholic and member of Assumption Catholic Church. He was an active member of his community and will be remembered for his wonderful sense of humor. Family and...
Adrian Isaiah Abirgas
Jul 4, 2025
" MY SON THROUGH MY EYES " - Dad- Brian Abirgas
Adrian Isaiah Abirgas was born on January 13, 1999 in Roswell New Mexico, to his father Brian Abirgas. On that day may life would change forever. That is where he got his nickname Bird from, because i said he's my beautiful baby bird. He made me realize It was time...
Betty Gonzales
Jul 3, 2025
Betty "Tootsie'' Gonzales, a beloved presence in the hearts of many, passed away peacefully at her home in Roswell, New Mexico on July 3, 2025, just shy of her 71st birthday. Born on October 14, 1954, in Roswell, New Mexico to Frank Jimenez and Herlinda Gonzales, Betty was a shining beacon of joy and humor, touching the lives of everyone...
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