Obituaries

Paul Gallegos

Paul Gallegos

Apr 15, 2025



Paul Gil Gallegos

June 29, 1941 – April 15, 2025

Paul G. Gallegos passed away peacefully on April 15, 2025 at the age of 83. A proud Navy man and true patriot, Paul leaves behind his loving wife of 58 years, Bertha Ann Gallegos. Survivors include their daughter Michaele and husband Jeff Kilian (Hawaii), son Larry and wife Melissa Gallegos (San Diego),...

Amaralis Galindo

Amaralis Galindo

Apr 13, 2025

Our beautiful babygirl

Amaralis Galindo

Born and made it to heaven at 4:56 p.m

I miss your kicks, I miss your flips inside my belly, oh my I even miss when you would poke your head so out that you would make me lose my breath..

Your daddy and I would always fight over who you would look like but I think your a...

Karen Curtis

Karen Curtis

Apr 12, 2025

Karen Helene Curtis

Funeral services for Karen Curtis will be held on Friday, May 2, 2025, at Assumption Catholic Church, with the Holy Rosary at 8:30 a.m. and Mass at 9:00 a.m.

Karen was born to Frank Curtis and Alice Sequeira in Palo Alto, California, on April 8, 1948. She passed away in Roswell on April 12, 2025, after a...

Troy Winham

Troy Winham

Apr 11, 2025

Troy Dean Winham was born on February 28, 1938 in Lawton, Oklahoma. He was called home by our Lord and Savior on Friday, April 11, 2025 at 87 years of age. Troy’s parents were Paul and Marie Winham. His family moved to Dexter, NM in January of 1949 where they farmed. Troy attended Dexter Schools and graduated in 1956. He...

James Freeland

James Freeland

Apr 8, 2025

James Lee Freeland

James Lee Freeland, a dedicated farmer and influential community member, passed away on April 8, 2025, in Dexter, New Mexico, at the age of 87. Born on October 22, 1937, in Dawson, Texas, to JB Freeland and Georgia Ruth (Hutchison) Freeland. James lived a life marked by hard work, community engagement, and a deep love for the land.

With...

Pedro "Piro" Blanco

Pedro "Piro" Blanco

Apr 1, 2025

Pedro “Piro” Blanco, 77

Pedro Blanco, affectionately known as "Piro," or “Pete White,” passed away peacefully at the age of 77, surrounded by his loving family on April 1, 2025. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, Piro’s presence brought warmth and laughter to everyone who knew him.

Piro was born on January 8, 1948, In Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua to Isidro Blanco...

Ronald Taylor

Ronald Taylor

Mar 31, 2025

Ronald Glenn Taylor

November 1, 1953 – March 31,2025

Angels came and took Ron, to be with Jesus in Heaven on Monday, March 31, 2025. Ron was born to his father, Buford Taylor and his mother, Dorris Taylor, on November 1, 1953, in Austin, Texas.

Ron moved to Roswell, New Mexico with his family in 1961. He graduated from Roswell High School in...

Charles Griffin

Charles Griffin

Mar 13, 2025

Charles Alfred Griffin

Charles Alfred Griffin, age 82, passed away in Roswell, New Mexico on March 13, 2025. Charles was born in Corsicana, Texas on October 3, 1942, to his father, Leo Griffin and his mother Freda Ione Garrett.

Charles graduated from high school in Levelland, Texas in 1961. Later in his life he completed a course in aircraft mechanics. In 1971,...

Albert "Tito"  Tegeda Jr.

Albert "Tito" Tegeda Jr.

Mar 12, 2025

Albert “ Tito” Tegeda Jr. 8/7/1960-3/11/2025

A Public Visitation is scheduled to be held on Tuesday March 18, 2025, from 2PM-6PM, Rosary to start at 6PM, at Ballard Funeral Home. Mass will be held on Wednesday March 19, 2025, at 10AM, at St. John’s, with a graveside service to follow at South Park Cemetery.

Tito was born August 7, 1960 to Albert “Beto”...

Billie Jo Allen

Billie Jo Allen

Mar 11, 2025

Billie Jo (Standefer) Allen

Billie Jo (Standefer) Allen joined her family in heaven March 11, 2025, at 102 and 3 days. She passed in her sleep at home. I was blessed to be by her side.

Mom was born in Wilson, TX to Clayton and Faye Standefer. She had 3 brothers and 4 sisters, all of whom proceeded her in death. Mom...

Eloisa Regalado

Eloisa Regalado

Mar 11, 2025

Eloisa Regalado

Today, we gather to celebrate the life of a remarkable woman, whose love, strength, and determination shaped the lives of all who knew her. She leaves behind a legacy that will forever live on in her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and many others who had the honor of being touched by her kindness and spirit.

Elosia was born in Dexter, NM...

Pierre Brown

Pierre Brown

Mar 10, 2025

Pierre Monte' Brown was born on March 22, 1970, in Seattle, Washington, to Betty J. Watley. The youngest of four children, and the only boy, he began a life surrounded by strong women which would serve him well in the future as the humble and loving man we all came to know and love.

In 1988, Pierre graduated from Rainier Beach...

Raul Marquez

Raul Marquez

Feb 25, 2025

Raul Marquez, a beloved son, devoted friend, and industrious spirit, was unexpectedly called to rest on February 25, 2025, in Artesia, New Mexico. Raul was born to Raul Ramon and Cecelia Rebecca on May 1, 1977, in Roswell, he was a true product of his hometown, embodying the warmth and determination that southwestern life instills.

Raul carved out a respected career...

Terri Hernandez

Terri Hernandez

Feb 15, 2025

Terri Hernandez passed away on Saturday February 15, 2025, Surrounded by her loved ones.

 Visitation will be held on Thursday February 20, 2025, at LaGrone Funeral Chapel from 4PM-6PM. 

A Funeral Service will be held the following day, Friday February 21, 2025, at 2PM at LaGrone Funeral Chapel.

Anne Paschall

Anne Paschall

Feb 8, 2025

Anne Marie Ewoldt Paschall passed peacefully from this life on Saturday, February 8. She was 92 years of age and had been a resident of Avamere Assisted Living in Rio Rancho near Albuquerque, NM.

Anne was born June 15,1932 to Frank and Roma Ewoldt in Eldridge, Iowa.

She graduated from Davenport High School in May,1950 where she was active in numerous pursuits,...

Raymond Hidalgo

Raymond Hidalgo

Feb 8, 2025

Raymond Hidalgo Jr., age 69, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 8, 2025, in Roswell, NM. Raymond was born on June 29, 1955, to Raymond Hidalgo Sr. and Matilde Trujillo Hidalgo in Roswell, NM. 

Raymond met the love of his life, Patricia (Patty) Garcia, during his teenage years. Raymond played football at Goddard High School and received a scholarship to a...

Gloria Bartlett

Gloria Bartlett

Feb 7, 2025

Gloria Ann Bartlett, 79 

Gloria Ann Bartlett passed away on February 7, 2025, in Roswell, New Mexico. Gloria was born in Roswell, New Mexico to Emilio Savedra and Esther Torres on September 25, 1945. 

Gloria lived her life with an infectious joy and was truly a kid at heart. Her love for dancing brought light to her days, and she was often...

Ruby Ann Chacon

Ruby Ann Chacon

Feb 2, 2025

Ruby Ann Chacon, 50 

 Ruby passed away suddenly on February 2, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Ruby was born in Roswell, New Mexico, to Tommy Armendariz and Elvia Chacon on November 22, 1974. 

Ruby was vibrant and remembered for her infectious laughter and deep compassion for others. Her career began in cosmetology, a testament to her creativity, where she worked for 12...

Wayne Leroy Pilley

Wayne Leroy Pilley

Jan 30, 2025

Wayne Pilley

 Dewayne (Wayne) Leroy Pilley went to be with the Lord on January 30, 2025. Wayne was born on April 14, 1937 in Hagerman NM to Leonard and Ella Dalphne Brown Pilley. He graduated from Hagerman High School in 1956. On September 1, 1956 he married the love of his life Winone Bailey. Wayne and Winone were married for 64...

June Bible

June Bible

Jan 30, 2025

June Elizabeth Fisher Bible

June Elizabeth Fisher Bible, beloved wife, mother, Grandmum, daughter, sister, aunt, friend, teacher, and sister in Christ, passed away peacefully in her family home in Dexter, New Mexico, on January 30, 2025. In her last week of life June had seen or visited with so many of her friends and family. That week she spoke to one...