Emmett Dearman

Emmett E. Dearman

No services will be held at this time for Emmett E. Dearman, 73, who passed away on Saturday, March 3, 2012 at his home surrounded by his loved ones. Emmett will be cremated according to wishes.

Emmett was born November 3, 1938 in Okemah, Oklahoma to Emmett R. and Maudine Shumate Dearman. His parents preceded him in death.

He is survived his wife Virginia Dearman of the family home his son Jeffery Dearman and wife Laura of Odessa, TX his sisters Shirley Bowan and husband Robert of Oklahoma, Marciel Felts and husband Curtis of Virginia and Coletta Zamora of Roswell and his grandson Elliott.

Emmett lived in Roswell since 1989. He retired for the Joy Center just three months ago. Emmett grew up in Hagerman and graduated in 1957 from Hagerman High School, where he also played on the basketball team. He was a loving son, husband, father and grandfather who will be missed dearly.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Ballard Funeral Home and Crematory. An online registry can be accessed at www.ballardfuneralhome.com