Obituaries

Nov 17, 2020

Traci Dianne Fairfield was born on August 4, 1973 to T. Dale and Joyce Ann Ware in China Lake, California. Traci passed away on Tuesday, November 17, 2020 in Roswell, NM at the age of 47.

Traci loved teaching English and taught for 23 years. She also loved doing anything outdoors: going for motorcycle rides, kayaking, fishing,...

Nov 16, 2020

Anthony Ray Rodriguez (Tony) was called home on the morning of November 16, 2020, at the age of 67 in the company of his wife who continued to give him care, love and support until the end. Tony was born in Roswell, NM on March 2, 1953 to Carmel and Pauline (Sandoval) Rodriguez who have preceded him in death....

Nov 16, 2020

Mary Jane was born on May 26, 1951 is Roswell, NM to Luis Flores and Dometilia Humphreys.

Mary Jane lived a long, beautiful life. She traveled the U.S. due to being a military spouse. She had 4 wonderful children, 14 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren and 1 great grandchild on the way. Mary Jane lived her life for...

Nov 11, 2020

Jimmy Don Pack was born in Roswell, New Mexico on April 25,1934. He was the ninth of thirteen children born to Jesse Elick and Vada Ellen Pack, better known as "Daddy and Mama Pack". He left this life and entered peacefully into his eternal reward on Wednesday, November 11, 2020.

Jimmy was a lifelong resident of Roswell...

Nov 6, 2020

Our beloved Anita Lidy passed away on Friday, November 6, 2020. She was preceded in death by her parents Glen and Alma Thurman and brother David Thurman.

Anita was born March 19, 1958 in Butler, Mo and moved with her family to Roswell, NM in 1969.

Anita was a dedicated mother, grandmother and great grandmother....

Nov 5, 2020

Stanley A. Goldman (October 27, 1927-November 5, 2020)

Stanley A. Goldman, age 93 of Roswell passed away on November 5, 2020.

Visitation will take place Wednesday, November 11, 2020 from 10 am to 3 pm at Ballard Funeral Home. Graveside services will take place at South Park Cemetery on Thursday, November 12, 2020 at 11...

Nov 5, 2020

Margaret (Peggy) Pickering

5/24/1944 - 11/5/2020

Our souls shifted when Peggy, 76, peacefully crossed eternity’s threshold, ending 6 years of Dementia.  Her life will be privately celebrated.

Peggy’s passion and joy were her pets.  She stopped traveling years ago when an innocent dog-sitter reported her adored Shiatsu had not eaten, so Peggy never...

Nov 5, 2020

Jacob Joseph Varela

Loving husband, brother, Pop’s, and uncle.  On Thursday, November 5, 2020 Jesus called Jacob Joseph Varela 66 of Roswell NM home.  He left this world surrounded by his family.  Jacob was born to Jacob and Gloria Varela on July 15, 1954 in Hollywood, CA.

He attended high school at Artesia High in...

Oct 31, 2020

Louie Hoekstra

Louie Hoekstra, 82 of Roswell, New Mexico went home peacefully to be with his Lord on Saturday morning, October 31, 2020.  Louie was the son of George and Grace Hoekstra.  Born on his family’s farm in Wirdum Friesland, the Netherlands on March 9, 1938.

Louie came to America in 1947 at the age...

Oct 31, 2020

Scotty Don Butts

Scotty Butts, a lifelong resident of Roswell, passed away in his home on Saturday, October 31, 2020. He was reunited with both of his parents, and his best friend, Bill Adams, who all preceded him in death.

Scotty was born to Clifford & Mable (Bristow) Butts on December 12, 1947.  His parents...

Oct 26, 2020

Elizabeth (Liz) Jeanette Austin Kenney

Elizabeth (Liz) Jeanette Austin Kenney was born June 8, 1930 in Newburyport, MA to Benjamin and Lena Grenier Austin, she passed from this world on October 26, 2020.

Mom raised six children; daughters Fae Harper and husband Bobby, Inez Johnson and husband Jerry Johnson, Brenda McKnight and husband Dr. Cyrus...

Oct 21, 2020

Devette Renne Archuleta

Our beloved Devette R. Archuleta went to be with our Lord on October 21, 2020 surrounded by her loved ones.

On March 18, 1980 Devette was born to Olivia (Libby) Archuleta in Roswell, NM, who preceded her in death. Also preceding her in death are her brothers Alex Chris Archuleta and Sammy...

Oct 21, 2020

Marlene Olivas & Magdaly Olivas

December 6, 1994 - October 21, 2020 - December 30, 2019 - October 21, 2020

Marlene Olivas, 25, and Magdaly Amelia Olivas, 9 months, of S. Union Street, Roswell, NM, passed away October 21, 2020 in Texas. Visitation and funeral services will be 3 PM – 5 PM, Friday, October...

Oct 15, 2020

Raymond Arguello

June 22, 1956-October 15, 2020

Raymond Arguello 64 passed away on October 15, 2020 in Roswell, NM. Raymond was born June 22, 1956 in Vaughn, NM to Crisosto and Virginia Arguello.

He is survived by his life partner of 25 years Cary Castillo Thieman; his children Jacob Pacheco, Sarah Arguello, Daniel...

Oct 11, 2020

Josie Rita Chavez

Josie was born on March 19, 1944 to James and Teresita Barnes in Roswell, NM. She passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday, October 11, 2020 with her family at her bedside.

Josie is preceded in death by her parents James Barnes and Teresita Barnes, several brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews....

Oct 7, 2020

Phyllis Nannette Kragrud

Phyllis Nannette Kragrud Stiles went to be with her Lord on October 7, 2020.  She was 93 years old. Our beloved matriarch has been laid to rest at South Park Cemetery in Roswell, NM beside her adoring husband, L.C.  A memorial service will be held in the near future.

Phyllis Nannette was...

Oct 7, 2020

Manuel S. Garcia

Manuel S. Garcia received his wings on Wednesday, October 7, 2020, born on November 6, 1937 in Arabela, NM to Manuelita Garcia and Antonio Garcia who have preceded him in death along with several siblings.

He is survived by his wife Isabel Garcia; sisters Onofre Robles and Lorencita Gonzales and husband Adolfo. ...

Oct 6, 2020

James Randal Fudge

James Randal Fudge, “Randy” departed the physical realm the morning of October 6th, 2020, three days after his 63rd birthday. His death certificate will note heart failure, but his family suspects that he just couldn’t stand to witness another disappointing Broncos season. He will be greatly missed by his wife, family, local Sam's club,...

Oct 4, 2020

Billie LaFaye Reed

Billie LaFaye Reed, loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother was taken to be with our Lord on Sunday, October 4, 2020.

Billie was born September 8, 1943 in Ennis, TX to John Edward and Virgie Oleene Polak. She spent the biggest part of her live in Roswell where she met the...

Oct 4, 2020

Kay Buckley

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 am, Monday, 12, 2020 at South Park Cemetery for Kay Buckley, 61, who passed away on Sunday, October 4, 2020.

Kay was born February 12, 1959 in Roswell, NM to Jasper Lee Smith and Winnie Pearl West Smith who preceded her in death. Also preceding her...