Recent Obituaries

Apr 30, 2021

SHIRLEY ILENE DANENBERG- Shirley Ilene Danenberg, 96, passed away December 23, 2020.  She was born August 3, 1924 in Sears, Michigan to Ray and Emma (Berg) Dair. Her parents preceded her in death, as well as a brother Larry H. Dair.

Shirley married Harold D. Danenberg February 23, 1968 who passed away February 28, 2005 after 37...

Apr 24, 2021

Mary Ellen Wagner, age 73, of Roswell went home to be with Lord on Saturday, April 24, 2021. She was born to the home of Curtis and Ally Marie Bunton on October 15, 1947 in Monahans, TX.

Mary was always ready to help anyone get into trouble. She worked hard but always had time to make you...

Apr 16, 2021

Alex James Garcia, age 29, of Roswell, NM went home to his heavenly father on April 16, 2021 in Las Cruces, NM. He was born to the home of Benjamin and Sherry Kazhe-Garcia on August 9, 1991 in Alamogordo, NM.

Alex is preceded in death by his father Benjamin Garcia; Grandparents Elfin Garcia, MaryAnn Kazhe, Gene H....

Apr 15, 2021

Mary Joy went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, April 15, 2021, at the age of 86. Where she met her husband, her best friend Tom Joy who preceded her in death on July 4, 2008, and also her parents Chalk and Lily.

A visitation for Mary will be held from 2:00 PM to...

Apr 12, 2021

Edwin Berckes (Bill), 77, beloved Father, was called to his eternal resting place on Monday, April 12, 2021.

Bill entered this world on January 4, 1944 in Lawton, OK, born to Ted and Jane Berckes. He is survived by his son, Jay Berckes and wife Kim; daughter, Dorothy Berckes; 6 grandkids, Erika Long and husband Brice, Cassey...

Apr 3, 2021

James (Jim) E. Lilley, a community stalwart for almost 70 years, died April 3 at age 92.

Lilley moved to Roswell in 1953 with a young family to run the Sherwin-Williams paint store, which he did for 36 years.  He and his wife Patricia (Pat) built a family of 10 children and immersed themselves in community activities....

Mar 28, 2021

John Conway Grieves, 72, known for his infectious laugh and smile and passion for golf passed on Sunday, March 28, 2021 with his family at his side. After a 2.5-year hiatus from golf, we are fairly certain and true to his style, that after being welcomed by our Lord, he headed straight for the links forgoing celebration with family...

Mar 21, 2021

Helen Clarice Raney was called home by her Lord and Savior Sunday, March 21, 2021 in Roswell, NM.

Her Celebration of Life services will be held at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at First Baptist Church in Roswell, NM.  Interment will follow at South Park Cemetery.

Helen was born in Caldwell, Idaho on March...

Mar 18, 2021

Ronald H. Mayer passed away on Thursday, March 18, at the age of 88, in his home in Roswell, New Mexico.  A life-time Roswell resident he is survived by his wife Martha Moore Mayer, daughter Suzanne (Will) Burke, step-grandsons William Jr (Ana), Christopher (Brenda) and Matthew Burke and step-granddaughters Lauren and Lindsay Corley and Kristin (Travis) Gerhardt.  He is...

Mar 13, 2021

Don Fulshaw, age 90, of Roswell was Promoted to Glory on Saturday March 13, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. He was born July 21, 1930 to Walter and Edith (Roseberry) Fulshaw in Plainfield, New Jersey. Don had many fond memories of he and his family growing up at the Jersey Shore.

Don was an interior designer and...

Mar 13, 2021

Kenneth Reed Murrell, 63, beloved Husband and Father, was called to his eternal resting place on March 13, 2021. Reed was born in Roswell, NM, to John and Jammie Murrell in 1958. Reed attended Goddard High School, and worked as a construction and maintenance supervisor throughout the western United States.

Reed was a loving son, father and...

Mar 6, 2021

Kay Frances Duncan was called home by her Lord and Savior on March 6, 2021 in Roswell, NM.

Memorial services will be held Friday, March 12th at 10:00am at LaGrone Funeral Chapel in Roswell, NM with Pastor Jack Ferguson officiating.

Fran was born in Roswell, NM on October 11, 1948 to father, John Beattie and mother,...

Feb 28, 2021

Joe Bob Clements, age 86 of Roswell, NM passed away at his home, Sunday, February 28, 2021.

He was born August 17, 1934 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Roswell, NM to Frank and Genevieve Clements.

Joe graduated from Roswell School in 1954 and then attended New Mexico State University in Las Cruces, NM. He also...

Feb 28, 2021

Dale Edward Miller of Roswell, NM, passed from this life on February 28, 2021, due to natural causes, unrelated to COVID. He had just obtained the milestone of 93 years of age. He was born at home on February 22, 1928 in Roswell, NM, to Charles A. Miller and Grace Ellen (Caron) Miller. Roswell became his forever home and...

Feb 22, 2021

On the morning of Monday, February 22, 2021 Mark Wendell Sterrett gained his heavenly reward at the age of 70.

Mark was born to Charles and Nanette Sterrett in 1950. He attended NMSU and received his degree in Agricultural Management.

In 1994 he married Joni Sterrett of the family home. Together they raised three children,...

Feb 22, 2021

SGT. Timothy “Tim” W. Lynch, age 70, of Roswell, New Mexico passed away on Monday, February 22, 2021.  Tim was born in Roswell, New Mexico on October 29.  He is preceded in death by his parents, Ed and Marie Lynch and the mother of his children, Sally Christine (Lee) Lynch.

Tim is survived by his daughters, Carissa...

Feb 21, 2021

George Garcia, age 73 went to be with Jesus on Sunday, February 21, 2021.

George was born in Estancia, NM to Maria Garcia and Teofilo R. Garcia on September 26, 1947.

George is survived by his wife of 43 years, Timotea Garcia; his brother, Louriano “Brother Lou” Garcia and his wife, Alice; his sister, Lupe...

Feb 20, 2021

A loving husband, father and grandfather, Richard Edward Barton, 79 passed away on Saturday, February 20th, 2021 in Roswell, New Mexico.

A funeral service for Richard will be held at 3:00 PM, Thursday, February 25th 2021 at LaGrone Funeral Chapel.

On November 11th, 1941 Richard was born to Ray Barton and Grace Baker in Albuquerque...

Feb 8, 2021

Caroline Lovelace, 83, went to be with Jesus on Monday, February 8, 2021 in Roswell, NM after a life filled with helping others.

Caroline was born in Stamford, Texas to Patsy and Ben Cole on August 4, 1937. Caroline attended Stamford High School where she graduated as valedictorian in 1955 with a grade average of 97.36! She...

Feb 6, 2021

HOLLIS, MINNIE LORENE- It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Minnie Lorene Hollis, who passed away Saturday, February 6, 2021, of natural causes at the age of 63, leaving family and friends to mourn.

Minnie was preceded in death by her parents, Erminda (Midge) Hollis and James Hollis, and her sibling, Christopher Garcia....