Obituaries

Jun 3, 2024

Juan "John" Elizondo 

Juan “John” Elizondo, 64, passed away on June 3, 2024, at his home in Roswell, NM. He was the husband of Elizabeth “Betty” Elizondo. They would have shared 46 years of marriage together in July 2024. 

Born on July 12, 1959, in Littlefield, TX he was the son of Paz and Nolverta “Bert” Elizondo. He graduated from Spade High...

Jun 2, 2024

Grant M. Smith

Our kindly, dignified, gentle father, Grant M. Smith, 101 years old, passed away June 2, 2024 in Salt Lake City, Utah. He had lived with his daughter’s family for the past 10 years. 

 

Grant was born on January 2, 1923 in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada to Clarence Bolen Smith and Kate Lee Smith. He was the seventh of nine children,...

May 31, 2024

Juan Eduardo Laris-Vasquez

Juan Eduardo Laris-Vasquez, a dedicated Heavy Machine Operator in the Oilfield, has left this world on May 31, 2024, in Roswell, New Mexico. Born on March 28, 1974, in Conchos, Chihuahua, Mexico, Juan's journey on this earth has been cut short.  His craftsmanship and skills as a Heavy Machine Operator were known far and wide, earning him respect...

May 21, 2024

Mary Torres Salcido, born on May 29, 1954, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2024, just shy of her 70th birthday. A devoted mother and grandmother, Mary is survived by her two sons Michael Salcido-Hamrick and Louis Salcido, as well as her cherished grandchildren Annjeantte Salcido, Raina Salcido, Pedro Salcido, Bella Salcido, Lizette Salcido, Lovette Salcido, and Louis Salcido Jr....

May 21, 2024

                                                          D. Barry Stone

 

Douglas Barry Stone was born February 2, 1938 in Portales, NM to Douglas Beasley and Dona Locke Stone.

 

Barry passed into Eternal Glory on May 21, 2024, with his characteristic courage,...

May 18, 2024

Lawanna Burress-Holland went home to be with the Lord on May 18, 2024. She was born on November 29, 1953 to J.W. and Clovia Harlan in Brownfield, Texas. She is survived by her husband, William Shipp Holland of Roswell, three children; daughter, Rebecca Duncan of Denver, CO; son Larame Burress of Abilene, TX, and stepdaughter Candra Inman of Panhandle, TX;...

May 15, 2024

Duwain Brack Bullock

A lifetime dedicated to the love of his family was the greatest earthly reward for Duwain Brack Bullock for whom the gates of Heaven opened on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. Duwain was born in Portales, New Mexico on February 8, 1938. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Houston and Ruth, and his brothers Art,...

May 8, 2024

Henry Stefhon, age 62, passed away on May 8, 2024, unexpectedly at his home in Comfort, Texas. Born on March 3, 1962, in Roswell, New Mexico, Henry was the son of Dudley and Delfina Stefhon. After living in Delaware for a short time, he was raised in Hagerman, New Mexico, and graduated from Hagerman High School in 1980.

 Henry was well-known...

May 7, 2024

Ray Pino Peralta

Ray went home on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at the age of 85. Ray was born on November 25, 1938, in Carrizozo, NM to Doroteo and Tomasita Peralta.  His parents proceeded him in death. He was also proceeded in death by his wife of 60 years Maria; brothers Emiterio, Jose, Patricio and Benny; sisters Trina, and Flora; son...

Apr 23, 2024

FRANCES CANTU

Frances Gonzales Cantu, life-long resident of Roswell, NM departed this world peacefully in Los Gatos, CA on April 23, 2024, just four days prior to her 94th birthday. Frances was born in Roswell, NM, on April 27, 1930, to Adelina Montoya Gonzales and Santiago (Jim) Gonzales. 

On March 14, 1950, Frances married William (Bill) Cantu. She was a dedicated homemaker...

Apr 23, 2024

Apr 22, 2024

Pedro (Pete) Lorenzo Melendez 96, a retired elder from the United States Air Force, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2024, in Las Cruces, New Mexico. He was born to parents Regino Melendez and Remedios Marrufo on June 29, 1927, in Deming, New Mexico.



Having devoted 20 years to military service, Pedro was a decorated veteran who received accolades such as...

Apr 18, 2024

Lorrie Simmons (Née White) passed away in her home on April 18, 2024, at the age of 60 in Roswell, New Mexico surrounded by her family. Lorrie was born on July 14, 1963, in Tucumcari, New Mexico. Lorrie was a loving wife to RB Simmons and a devoted mother to Kimberly Valenzuela, Timothy Breck, Brian Simmons, and Tasha Ortega. She...

Apr 17, 2024

Sue Tarter, a cherished wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 17th, 2024. Born on September 12th, 1956, in Borger, Texas, Sue's vibrant spirit touched the lives of all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her loving parents, Gladys and Richard Miller, and her sister-in-law Tamara Fresquez. Sue attended Borger High School before pursuing...

Apr 17, 2024

Theresa Matta

Theresa Matta was born (Antonia Beatriz Zamora) on May 10. 1936 to Vidal Zamora and Maria Rita Zamora. Theresa died April 17. 2024.

Theresa was the youngest of 6 children. Theresa married Armando Matta on October 30, 1954. They were married for 67 years. Theresa and Annando had three children Patricia, John, and Rosemary.

Theresa was a loving wife, sister, and mother. Theresa enjoyed cooking. Sewing, hunting, camping, and fishing. Theresa's biggest passion was spending as much time as possible with her family. In her later years Theresa was a Casa Court Advocate. She helped her husband and...

Apr 17, 2024

Gerardo Perez Nuñez, nació el 18 de enero de 1970 en Emilio Ruiz, Valle del Carrizo, Sinaloa. Tenía 54 años de edad, falleció el miércoles 17 de abril del 2024 en el hospital UMC en Texas a las 4:49 am. Tuvo una muerte tranquila acompañado de su familia querida. Le sobreviven sus papás Federico y Lidia Perez y sus hermanos,...

Apr 6, 2024

Keith Christopher Weitze, 36

A known medical doctor, passed away on April 5, 2024, In Artesia, New Mexico. Keith was born to Keith Wayne Weitze and Doris Ann Howard on September 10, 1987, in Napa, California. Keith’s short journey here on earth was filled with compassion and dedication to his children and patients. He also had a thirst for knowledge.

Keiths educational...

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...