All Obituaries

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 years of a full, and happy wonderful life. They enjoyed traveling and lived in many of different States before returning to Roswell, Harold's...

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 laugh. Mary had a way to let you know what direction you should go and make you feel good about it. She liked to help work in the garden. Mary loved her Boston Terriers and they loved picking on her. She...

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. Kazhe Sr; Great Grandparents Eulalio and Eufracia Garcia and Vicente and Sylvestra Barrera; aunts Gloria Garcia Sedillo, Angie Garcia Sanchez, Sally Garcia Bara, and uncle Elfin...

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 4:00 PM, Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at LaGrone Funeral Chapel. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, April 21, 2021 at Country Club Church of Christ. Interment will follow at Capitan Cemetery at 3:00 PM,...

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 and Cameron Berckes, Lee Perkett, Lane and Bren Parsons, and 1 great granddaughter, Addie Long. Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Connie, and son, Tom. He had a...

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. He became renowned for his work to make Roswell a better place. His first priority was his family, and close behind was the community. It was said that he had nine...

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 and friends until after a round of golf. John was born the middle son of John (Jack) Grieves and Mary Conway Grieves in the robust rice growing community of...

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 4, 1930 to George Sherman Church and Mary Esther Allen.  She married Lester Raney on September 18, 1954.  They were blessed with three children.  Barbara...

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 also survived by his beloved granddaughters Sarah (fiancé Charles) and Shelby Johnson daughters of his...

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 worked for RCA Records and New York University. He served in the United States Air Force from 1950 to 1954 and earned the rank of staff sergeant. Don volunteered full...