Recent Obituaries

Jul 7, 2025

Barbara Thomson, 81, of Roswell passed away in her sleep on July 7, 2025, after a long battle with ongoing health issues. She was born on July 19, 1943, in El Paso, Texas to William & Kathleen Owen. She grew up and graduated high school in Odessa, Texas. After graduation, she attended Texas Tech University and received her bachelor’s degree...

Jun 25, 2025

Andy “Coco” Sanchez

Andy “Coco” Sanchez, 87 years old, passed away at home surrounded by his loving family, on June 25, 2025. Andy was born in Cottonwood, New Mexico on November 25, 1937, to his father Alfonso Sanchez and his mother Paula Rodriguez.

Andy was a farmer at heart, he spent many years tending to his own as well as gardening, raising...

Jun 14, 2025

Martin Arguijo

Martin Arguijo passed away on June 14, 2025, at the age of 73. Martin was born in Zacatecas, Mexico, to his father, Herminio Arguijo and his mother, Maria Cruz Aguilar.

Martin spent much of his time as a ranch hand, of which he was faithful to. He was a hard worker, who was dedicated to his job and his family....

Jun 12, 2025

Shirley Ann Avalos

Shirley Ann Avalos passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loved ones on June 12, 2025, in Roswell, NM. Shirley was born on October 8, 1960, to Tomas and Loyola Sanchez in Ruidoso, NM.

Shirley was the most charismatic and motivated mother there ever was. She was very hard-working and took care of her 4 children after...

Jun 8, 2025

Edward K. Crossman (1938-2025)

Ed Crossman passed away on June 8, 2025, at the age of 86 in Roswell, New Mexico where he lived for many years.

Ed was a native of Nashville, Tennessee and graduated from Hillsboro High School. He attended DePauw University in Indiana for his undergraduate degree and received his Master’s in Experimental Psychology from Arizona State University.

He was a...

Jun 8, 2025

Mark Stephen Henderson, age 60, of Roswell, NM, passed away unexpectedly on June 8, 2025, at Mountain View Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM.

Mark was born on October 7, 1964, in Albuquerque, NM, to Steve Loren Henderson and Carol Jane Roberts Henderson.

He was an active and engaged student, participating in numerous organizations and activities. He was a member of the...

Jun 6, 2025

Marvin Kenneth Zylstra was called home to Jesus on June 6, 2025. Born on August 13, 1932, in Alamosa, CO, Marvin was the beloved son of Gerben and Marguerite Zylstra. He was preceded in death by his parents, stepmother Cora Zylstra, siblings Gerald Zylstra, Bertha Tencate, Gertrude Verburg, stepbrother Lambert Steen, grandson Billy Sarris, and his loving spouse Gertrude Zylstra,...

Jun 5, 2025

Eric Byron Bland

It is with deep sadness and sorrow that we announce Eric Bland’s passing on June 5, 2025.

Eric Byron Bland, 55, born June 18, 1969, is preceded in death by his father, Willard Bland. He is survived by his mother, Cleo Bland of Roswell, sisters Tia Bland of Albuquerque, Kimberly Harvey of Las Cruces, Beverly Sharp and Wanda Bland...

May 27, 2025

Sherlea Taylor, 86

September 16, 1938 – May 27, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Sherlea Taylor, a pioneering New Mexican businesswoman, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and civic leader. She passed away peacefully on May 27, 2025, at the age of 86, surrounded by her loving family.

Sherlea was born on September 16, 1938, in Roswell, New...

May 26, 2025

John Bejarano, 68, of Roswell, New Mexico, passed away on May 26, 2025. He was born on February 6, 1957, in Roswell, where he spent the majority of his life surrounded by family and friends.

John was a proud graduate of Goddard High School, Class of 1975. A talented athlete, he played football at Mesa Middle School and continued on to...

May 21, 2025

Dennis E Crockett

June 3, 1944 - May 21, 2025

Dennis Earl Crockett, age 80, of Roswell, NM, passed away surrounded by his family on Wednesday, May 21, 2025.

Dennis was born on June 3, 1944, to Earnest E. Crockett and Juinta Y. Blundy in Roswell, NM.

Dennis was preceded in death by his wife, Sandra J. Crockett, his parents, and both of his...

May 9, 2025

Jennie Louise (Hughes) Mays, affectionately known as "Jennie Lou," passed away on May 9, 2025, at the age of 95. Born on November 24, 1929, in Roswell, New Mexico, Jennie Lou led a remarkable life characterized by warmth, love, and unwavering support for her family.

Her professional journey began at the age of 45, where she dedicated over 20 years of...

May 6, 2025

Jerry Joe Castillo

Jerry was born July 26, 1958, in Roswell, NM and passed on May 6, 2025, in Roswell NM. Jerry is the son of Delia Cardona and Adam Castillo. Jerry worked as a mason and was a seasoned mountain man chopping firewood. Jerry enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, cruising and going to car shows and spending time with family, friends...

May 5, 2025

Shirley Ann Goodloe, 90, went to be with her Lord May 5, 2025. Born September 26, 1934, in Buna, Texas, to Archie and Fairy Scott, Shirley grew up helping her Grandfather, Hardy Richardson, who ran cattle on 3,000 acres near the Neches River. A devoted Christian, her faith in Jesus shone through her warm, accepting love for all she knew....

Apr 27, 2025

Ruth Alice Casados

September 12, 1937 – April 27, 2025

Our beloved mother, 87, was called home by the Lord peacefully, surrounded by her family in her home in Roswell, NM- just as she wished.

She was a beautiful, loving, and devoted mother, wife, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister.

Ruth grew up in Santa Fe, NM. In her youth, she attended Loretto Academy. She enjoyed...

Apr 27, 2025

Apr 6, 2025

Jerry Landrum Ison, 87, beloved son, husband, father, and friend was called to his eternal resting place on April 6, 2025 at home with his family. He entered this world on October 12, 1937 in Portales, NM, born to Joe Landrum Ison and Tulsa Jewel (McDonald) Ison. He is survived by his daughter Jerri Citty; stepdaughter Cheryl Lynn (Alexander) Johnson;...

Mar 31, 2025

George R. Swenson

February 3,1945 – March 31, 2025

Roswell, NM

George R. Swenson, 80, of Roswell, NM, passed away on March 31, 2025. Born in Chicago, IL, on February 3, 1945, George proudly served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. He later continued his service to the skies as the manager of the Roswell air traffic control tower,...

Mar 31, 2025

Virginia "Ginny" June Thoreson

May 1, 1931 - March 31, 2025

Virginia June Thoreson, lovingly known as Ginny, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2025, in Roswell, New Mexico, at the age of 93. Born on May 1, 1931, in Mobridge, South Dakota, Ginny lived a life full of love, warmth, and unwavering devotion to her family, friends, and community.

Ginny had a...

Mar 30, 2025

Gwen (Stark) Knight, beloved matriarch of the Knight family passed peacefully Sunday, March 30, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.

Gwen was born December 28,1932 in Trousdale, Oklahoma, the youngest of three children to much loved parents James Edward and Neva (Jones) Stark, who instilled in their children a strong work ethic and Christian values. Gwen was a member...