Recent Obituaries

Aug 9, 2023

 

Tim Wishard had a full life with many adventures.  He was born and raised in Roswell, NM.  He spent his youth playing baseball at all levels and was a member of the 1958 American Legion Junior Baseball State Championship team.  He went on to study business at ENMU, eventually enlisting in the Air Force to serve as a KC-135 aircraft mechanic...

Aug 7, 2023

Gary Lynn Duncan, age 52, made his journey to paradise and into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, August 7th, 2023, after a long battle with illness.

Gary was born on September 11, 1970, to Charles and Frances Duncan. Growing up, he lived in many states to include New Mexico, Texas, and Georgia.

Gary...

Jul 23, 2023

 

Arthur Olan Sharp, 91, was surrounded by loved ones when he went home to be with his Heavenly Father on July 23, 2023. Art was born the youngest of 8 children to Howard L. and Sara M. Sharp on June 27, 1932, in Amarillo, TX. He had a passion for helping people and he was able to do that...

Jul 22, 2023

 

Charles Robert “Bob” Stansell, age 85, of Roswell, NM passed away Saturday, July 22, 2023.

Charles was born to Brodie R. Stansell and Bessie Clayton on February 24, 1938 in Henderson, TN.

Charles retired from the field of Manufacturing Management. He was also past president at Roswell Sertoma Club, and a member of the Elks Club for...

Jul 22, 2023

 

Phil Pantuso, age 88, passed away on Saturday, July 22, 2023, in Lubbock, Texas, surrounded by his children. Phil was born November 22, 1934, in San Antonio, Texas.

Phil was preceded in death by his eldest son Michael, his parents Nicolo and Rachel Pantuso, his sister Carmelina, and his brothers Joe, and Frank. We are confident that his family...

Jul 18, 2023

 

Sarah Long, 85, beloved Mother, Spouse, and Daughter, was called to her eternal resting place on July 18, 2023. She entered this world on April 24, 1938 in Lincoln, NM, born to John and Nellie Brinkley. 

She is survived by three daughters and three sons: Karl Long of Livingston, TX; Carmen (Ron) Schneider of Weaverville, CA; Brian Long of...

Jul 13, 2023

 

Sandra Jean Crockett age 71, of Roswell, NM passed away surrounded by the love of her family Thursday, July 13, 2023.

Sandra was born August 3, 1951, to Eugene and Phoeba Jean Graham in Roswell, NM.

Sandra was preceded in death by her parents, Phoeba and Eugene Graham, Grandparents Bessie and Leander Stark, Danny Graham and his children Daniel...

Jul 11, 2023

 

John Arthur Melton passed away surrounded by love of his family, Tuesday, July 11, 2023.

 

John was born March 20, 1937, to Perry A. Melton and Laura E. Willburn in Carrizozo, NM. John enlisted in the United States Army in 1955 and served in the 740th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Missile Battalion in Presidio of San Francisco. John also served...

Jul 9, 2023

 

Charles was born March 2, 1939, to Willard Leo Thompson and Eunice Epperson in Roff, OK. He was a member of Grace Community Church.

Charles is preceded in death by his parents, Willard and Eunice Thompson; sister, Wilma Lee Thompson; brothers, Jeff David “Chock” Thompson, Desmon Leo Thompson, Louis Thomas “Tom” Thompson, Paul Ray “Pap” Thompson; sister Vernice Gail...

Jul 5, 2023

William Ray Magness

 

William Ray Magness, 92, passed away on Wednesday, July 5th, 2023. He was born November 2nd, 1930 in Farwell, Texas to Chester Luther Magness and Amy Daniels Magness. Ray graduated from Farwell High School in 1950. During his high school years, Ray drove the Farwell school bus and he served as a volunteer fire fighter. Following...

Jul 4, 2023

 

Anna was born July 26, 1937 to Juanita Chavez Montoya and Claudio Montoya in Encinoso, NM. She was a member of Grace Community Church.

Family and the Lord were the most important pieces of Anna’s life. She was dearly loved by all who knew her. Anna was the most kind and giving person, she would do anything for anyone...

Jun 30, 2023

 

Jeramiah Elisiah tragically left us June 30, 2023 due to Mental Illness unforeseen through the eyes of others. He was so loved by everyone he met and so misunderstood by many.

Jeramiah was born December 11, 1997 to Johnny Ortiz Jr. and Mistey Salyards in Roswell, NM.

Jeramiah was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, John Salyards and...

Jun 30, 2023

Jerry was born November 19, 1946, to Agnes M. Jeffries and Roy Salyards in the small, western Tennessee town of Dyersburg.  Jerry went to live in his heavenly home, June 30, 2023, after 6 ½ month, hard fought battle against cancer.  He was surrounded by family and friends.

Jerry loved people, he loved his family, he loved...

Jun 28, 2023

Vernon passed away Wednesday, July 28, 2023 surrounded by the love of his family.

Vernon was born July 26, 1927, to Charlie Fenter and Annie Celestial Stephens in Portales, NM.

Vernon grew up on a peanut farm in central Texas, the youngest of ten.  He grew up during the depression and used matchboxes for toys....

Jun 27, 2023

Alma Rose (Spain) Robinson, 95, passed peacefully away on June 27, 2023.

Alma was born on March 7, 1928, in Gage, a railroad community located west of Deming in Luna County, New Mexico, to Robert F. and Bessie E. (Hubbard) Spain. She was the 4th of 5 children. After finishing school in Deming and attending one year...

Jun 24, 2023

Donald James McGuire, 94, passed away June 24, 2023 at his family home in Roswell with his loved ones by his side. Donald was born in Detroit, Michigan on November 18, 1928 to James Francis McGuire and Julia Prisilla Barto McGuire.

Don was a Navy Aircraft Mechanic at the end of WWII and joined the Detroit Fire...

Jun 22, 2023

Connie Lee Andrews was born in Porum, Oklahoma on August 7, 1933, to Clarence Vernon Gibson and Gladys Emma Epple.

Connie grew up in Webbers Falls, Oklahoma on the banks of the Arkansas River until completion of the 4th grade. The family moved to Dexter and then to Hagerman where she attended high school and met the...

Jun 21, 2023

Rocky passed away Wednesday, June 21, 2023 in Roswell, NM.

Rocky was born April 28, 1955, to Lloyd L. Chipps and Jessie N. Evans in Roswell, NM. Rocky was a lifelong resident of Roswell; he attended Roswell High School and went on to E.N.M.U.-R and earned a Certificate of Completion in Auto Body and Paint.

Rocky was employed by...

Jun 5, 2023

Beautiful Then, Beautiful Always!

A long time Roswell resident, Magnolia Smith Terry (Nana) age 89, passed away on Monday, Jun 5, 2023. Magnolia was born to Archie Smith and Sedahlia Walker on April 22, 1934, in Hallsville, TX.

The Smith Family later moved to Lamesa, TX where she grew up and was a faithful member of the Church...

May 30, 2023

Jimmie Dave Campbell, II, October 17,1972-May 30, 2023

It is with great sadness that the family of Jim Campbell announce his passing on May 30, 2023, in Lubbock, Texas.

Jim was born Jimmie Dave Campbell, II on October 17, 1972, to Cheryl (Masters) Campbell and Jim Campbell in Roswell, NM. A natural athlete, Jim started playing...