Obituaries

Nov 3, 2024

Beth Ann Applegate 

*1939 – 2024*

Beth Ann Applegate, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, teacher, and faithful servant of the Lord, passed away on November 3, 2024, in Nuevo, California, at the age of 85. She was born on March 19, 1939, in Heber, Utah, to George and Alda Strebel. As the oldest of four children, Beth Ann grew up in...

Nov 3, 2024

Oct 21, 2024

Joseph Riley Russell

Our beloved brother, uncle, nephew and friend was sent to the presence of Jesus way too young.

Joseph Riley Russell was born August 5, 1978, and went to be with the Lord on October 21, 2024 in a senseless act of crime.

He was predeceased by his parents, Johnnie Russell, and Lucy Russell, as well as his grandparents and several...

Oct 21, 2024

Freddie Amon Vanover passed away Monday, October 21, 2024 at his home in Roswell. 

Freddie was born September 7, 1963 to Fred and Paula Vanover in Lubbock, Texas. He moved to Roswell in 1990 where he continued his work as an HVAC refrigeration technician. He worked for his dad, Fred Vanover for much of his career.

Freddie was always in a good...

Oct 18, 2024

Consuelo (Connie) Almanza Aguilar

Sunrise 9/02/1948 Sunset 10/18/2024 A viewing will be held from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm, Thursday, October 31, 2024 at Ballard Funeral Home Chapel. Graveside services will be held at 2:00 pm, Friday, November 1, 2024 at South Park Cemetery.

Consuelo Almanza Aguilar was an old soul. She was 76 years young when she went to sleep in...

Oct 16, 2024

Yolanda Ornelas

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at Church On The Move for Yolanda Ornelas, 67, who passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 in San Antonio, TX. Interment will be held at 10:00 am, Thursday, October 24, 2024 at South Park Cemetery.

Yolanda was born on September 18, 1957, in Roswell,...

Oct 16, 2024

Kathleen E. Harton 

January 26, 1943 - October 16, 2024

A rosary will be held at 11:30 am, Saturday, November 2, 2024 at Assumption of The Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church with a memorial mass to follow at 12:00 pm.

Katie Harton was born Kathleen Elizabeth Jerrick to Francis and Maxine Jerrick. She was the second child and eldest daughter of six children....

Oct 15, 2024

Kelly Levina Hays, age 59, passed away on October 15, 2024 in Roswell, New Mexico. Some of her favorite pass times were hanging out with her two cats and helping her friend Jeanette around her farm feeding and taking care of the animals. Kelly was a very infectious person. She always made sure to say hi to everyone she came...

Oct 14, 2024

Rachel Margaret Martinez, 91

Rachel Martinez was born on April 2, 1933, to Francisco Perez Salazar and Rosie Duran in Roswell, New Mexico, passed away on Monday, October 14, 2024, in her home in Roswell. She was a devoted mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Rachel was a woman that raised many children and adopted one. She LOVED her family; she was...

Oct 9, 2024

Amanda Najar Rodriguez

October 9, 1984 – October 9, 2024

Amanda Najar Rodriguez was born on October 9, 1984, to Bernadino & Grace Rodriguez in Carlsbad, NM. At the age of nine months, Louis “Dad” Najar came into Amanda’s and Mom’s Grace Najar lives. Amanda regarded Dad’s house as “home”. She came “home” in 2021 to start working in Roswell again. Back...

Oct 8, 2024

Joe W Burke Sr., 90, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, in Roswell, NM. Please take a moment and share a kind thought or memory with Joe's family at www.BallardFuneralhome.com.

Graveside services will be held on Monday, October 14, 2024, at South Park Cemetery at 2:00pm. The viewing will be from held at Ballard Funeral Home on Monday from 9...

Oct 4, 2024

Oct 3, 2024

Celestino Horton Baca 

February 4,1943- October 3, 2024 

Celestino Horton Baca 81, passed away in his home October 3, 2024. He was born in Roswell, NM.

He was a heavy mechanic of all sorts. Self-employed painter. He was a faithful man of God. He loved the Lord with all his heart and soul. He loved going to Church on the Move with his...

Oct 3, 2024

Jean Willis

On October 3, 2024, Jean was ushered into heaven peacefully in her sleep with her dear cat Finn by her side. She was 97. She was cremated according to her wishes and there will be no service. Family and friends will gather later to celebrate her life and spread her ashes.

Jean was born July 25, 1927, at 808 South...

Oct 3, 2024

Thelma Marie Moss

Mom gained her wings on Thursday, October 3, 2024, born to Elsie R. Popp and John Sherwood on September 21, 1936, in Concord, OH. She loved her family and friends. She lived her life to the fullest and raised ten children to the best of her ability. She was a hard worker and did everything with all her...

Oct 2, 2024

Manuela Salgado Anaya

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, Friday, October 25, 2024 at Ballard Funeral Home for Manuela Salgado Anaya, 93, who passed on Wednesday, October 2, 2024 in Riverside, CA. Burial will follow at South Park Cemetery.

Manuela was born March 31, 1931 to Manuel and Natividad Salgado who have preceded her in death. She is also preceded...

Sep 28, 2024

James Lee Seely

James Lee Seely, a devoted husband, father, and respected member of the Roswell community, passed away on September 28, 2024, at the age of 67. James was born to James Seely and Ada May Browning on December 2, 1956, in Roswell, NM, he dedicated his life both to his family and to his career.

James enjoyed a long and...

Sep 25, 2024

Eddie Reyes Franco

Eddie Franco, 53, of Roswell, NM sadly passed away on September 25, 2024. Eddie was born to Elias and Carolina Franco on January 25, 1971.

Eddie is survived by his loving parents, Elias and Carolina Franco. As well as his wonderful children, Austin Deatherage, Syra and Alexandr Franco. His grandchildren, Nevaeh, A.J., Emerald, Aleksandr Jr., and Auriella. His brother,...

Sep 24, 2024

Ben Marley Smith

Ben (Benny) Marley Smith, age 75, passed away on September 24, 2024, at his home in Ruidoso, NM. He was born on March 6, 1949, at St. Mary's Hospital in Roswell, NM, to parents Charles Frederick Smith and Pauline Francis Crossen Smith. 

Ben spent his childhood in Roswell, residing with his parents and three sisters at three different homes,...

Sep 21, 2024

James David Little

James David Little, 58, passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2024. He was born January 4, 1966 in Detroit, MI to John and Judy Little.

James was a faithful member of Church on The Move. He played on a pool league, was a Nascar fanatic a huge Denver Bronco fan and he loved to work building anything with his...