All Obituaries

Oleta Mask was born in Roswell, NM to Lee and Leeosia Towler on July 30, 1946, and entered the Arms of her Lord Jesus on Wednesday, July 29, 2020.  She was 73 and resided in Roswell, NM when she took her first eternal breath. A viewing will be held at LaGrone Funeral Chapel on Monday, August 3rd from 3:00pm – 7:00pm.  Services will be held at Waymaker Church, 202 S. Sunset Ave, on Tuesday, August 4th at 10:00 AM, officiated by Pastor Chris Lethgo and Pastor Joel Wood,...

Joy Ann (Winton) Bostick, devoted wife, mother and precious grandmother went to be with her Lord and Savior this past Wednesday, July 22, 2020.  She passed peacefully at the family home with her loved ones encircling her with love and singing quiet worship songs. She was 83. Joy was born to her parents Hazel King Winton and Roy Lee Winton on January 17, 1937 out at the family farmhouse in the small community of Paducah, Texas. She grew up on the farm with her two older brothers, Corky...

McInnes, Willie – Willie M. McInnes was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, July 17, 2020. Born October 2, 1932 in Roswell, NM to Winn and Annie (Purcella) McInnes, he began his life on the McInnes homestead ranch 52 miles northwest of Roswell. There he learned how to work hard, appreciate conservation of the land, and a love for all animals. Willie’s school years were divided between a schoolhouse located near the ranch, Capitan, NM, and Roswell. In Roswell he...

A Celebration of  Life for Glenda Jean Martinez, 53 of Roswell, will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at LaGrone Funeral Chapel. Her Uncle, Pastor Bobby Barnett of Trinity House of Praise will officiate. A viewing for Glenda will be held Tuesday, July 21, 2020 from 1:00 to 7:00 p.m. at LaGrone Funeral Chapel. Heaven gained another angel on Wednesday, July 15, 2020 after Glenda passed away unexpectedly at her home. Glenda was born on September 26, 1966 to Tudy and Glenn...

Peter Bailey was born in Manchester England October 11, 1941. He passed away Saturday, July 11, 2020. He loved good food, dogs, burritos, craft beer, and sitting in the rain and British bars. He was a major in the US Air Force and held his green card call until the day he died. He said coming to Roswell was the best decision he ever made and never regretted the move. His practice opened January 1991. He truly enjoyed taking care of his community especially the children. He is survived...

Joyce Elizabeth (Stacy) Francis, was born September 22, 1935 in Roswell, New Mexico to the late Frank and Jessie (McBrayer) Stacy. She peacefully left to go to her heavenly home, and forever be with Jesus, on Friday, July 3rd, 2020 in her hometown of Roswell. Joyce had a great devotion to God, that carried and sustained her as an Overcomer, through her entire life. She had a real compassion for people and desired to spread Joy, which is part of her name. She dearly loved her family,...

Wayland passed away peacefully Thursday, June 25, 2020 in Artesia, NM surrounding by the love of his family. Left to cherish Wayland’s  memories are his wife, Joan Ellen Gilchrest; daughter, Tina Wint; son, terry Gilchrest; daughter, Tejay Zuniga; son, Randy Gilchrest

Henry Harrison Shepard, age 81 of Roswell, passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2020 surrounded by his family. He was born on June 4, 1939 in Fort Lupton, Colorado to the home of George and Cynthia Shepard. Henry was a welder by trade and enjoyed using his talent not only for repairs and manufacturing, but also for creating artwork. He also spent time working with grain silos. When Henry wasn’t working, you could find him fishing, hunting, and hiking in the great outdoors. He also...

EVANS, JAMES “JIM”-  Jim was born August 20, 1938 in Hobbs, New Mexico. At the age of 18, he joined the United States Air Force and proudly served for 24 years, retiring as Master Sergeant. After retirement, Jim went to work with Lockheed Martin in the Space Program. He was respected and loved by many. Jim is survived by his wife, Thelma Harwell-Evans; sons: Monnie “Smitty” Smith (Rita - Wife, Sheri – daughter), James D. Evans Jr. (Valerie – Wife,...

RODRIGUEZ, VIOLA A.- Viola A. Rodriguez, age 60 passed away peacefully in her home in Midway, Saturday, June 20, 2020. Viola married the love of her life Simon Rodriguez on April 21, 1990. Viola was home maker by profession. She loved working with her hands including sewing, cooking and making jewelry. She always made sure her husband had plenty to eat by making him breakfast, lunch, and dinner and on occasions would share her special meals with her husband’s co-workers. The thing she...