Obituaries

Jan 15, 2025

December 25,1973 - January 15, 2025

It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that we announce the passing of Jose “Joe” Arturo Hernandez. Joe passed away peacefully in the early morning of Wednesday, January 15, 2025 in El Paso, TX.

Joe was born on December 25,1973, in Roswell, NM to Igancio Hernandez and Martha Ortiz. He was raised in Hagerman, NM...

Jan 13, 2025

Our Mother, Pearl, was born on June 25, 1938 in Reader AR to Joe and Melissa Bland and went to be with her Lord on January 13, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Frank Moser; her sister, Artie Baysinger; her son-in-law, Ron; her grandson, Jonathan; her great-grandson, Nathan; her granddaughter, Vanessa.

Pearl lived in Lovington, NM at...

Jan 9, 2025

Jan 9, 2025

Rosario Solis Quezada, age 61, passed peacefully at her home in Roswell, NM, on January 9, 2025 surrounded by family. 

Rosario's life began on December 29, 1963, in Aldama, Chihuahua, Mexico, to her mother, Teodora Rubio, moving to the U.S. and later settling in Roswell, NM, with her husband, Jesus Manuel Quezada.

Rosario is remembered as a loving wife, sister, grandma, "tia-...

Jan 8, 2025

Jan 7, 2025

Reyes S. Duran

Our beloved mother, Reyes S. Duran, passed away January 7, 2025 at the age of 95. She was born at home in Dexter to Ysidro and Manuelita Sisneros.

She is survived by her children, Henry (Maria) Alaniz; Jackie (Jim) Angelos and Teresa Duran. And grandchildren, Dennis Alaniz; Valerie Elmore, Eric Alaniz, Rita Dickenson;

Nicole Jurado-Gonzalez, Kellie Ann Jurado-Simoni and Jimmie...

Jan 5, 2025

Delia Barbosa Bailey

Sunrise: August 17, 1934 in McAllen, Texas

Sunset: January 5, 2025 in Fresno, California

Delia is preceded in death by her husband Robert L. Bailey, and her son Bruce R. Bailey Sr. along with her father Guadalupe Barbosa, her mother Maria De La Luz Barranco, and brothers Perfecto Barbosa Sr. and Francisco Barbosa.

She is survived by her eldest son Robert...

Jan 5, 2025

Anita Lenoir Guilez passed away Sunday January 5,2025 in El Paso Tx. Anita was born on January 30,1971 in roswell nm to Florentino Guilez and C

Jan 5, 2025

Juana Martinez, a beloved mother and grandmother, peacefully departed this world on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at the age of 83, in Roswell, New Mexico. Born on July 13, 1941, in Camargo Chihuahua, Mexico to Leonidez and Juana Martinez. Juana was known for her unwavering love, kindness, and remarkable sense of humor that warmed the hearts of all who knew...

Jan 1, 2025

Cruz Albarez Smolky

Cruz Albarez Smolky, age 99, peacefully departed from this world on January 1, 2025. A cherished mother, grandmother, great-great grandmother, devout woman of faith and follower of Jesus Christ, aunt, cousin, and dear friend. Cruz profoundly impacted the lives of numerous individuals. She dedicated her life to sharing the teachings of God and Jesus Christ with both nonbelievers,...

Dec 28, 2024

Sobreviviente hijos son Hugo Omar Quezada Rios, Raquel Quezada Rios, y Moncerrat Carolina Quezada Rios; Nietos Jose Alejandro Perez Quezada, Eduardo Muñoz Quezada, Emilio Muñoz Quezada, Carolina Muñoz Quezada, Alana Quezada Fernandez y Leonardo Quezada Fernandez; hermano Martin Quezada y hermana Lucia Quezada.

Precede en la Muerte by father Eulogio Quezada y mother Eulalia Baca; hermano Nickolas Quezada y hermana Soleda...

Dec 20, 2024

Eleanor Young was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, great-great-great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, peacefully passed away on December 20, 2024. Eleanor attended the Assumption Catholic Church. 

God has called our mom, a beautiful soul on earth, to an eternity in heaven. She left behind a beautiful family that will continue to celebrate her life. Eleanor lived to see six...

Dec 17, 2024

Lucas Trujillo 

Our beloved Son, Brother and Uncle Larry, Lucas Trujillo passed away peacefully in his sleep Tuesday, December 17, 2024, in his hometown of Roswell, New Mexico.

He served in the Army during Vietnam war era. He was honorably discharged in the early 1970’s. After serving in the US Army, he resumed his career in Cosmetology. He moved to Plano, TX...

Dec 16, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jacqueline Lee Roden, age 58, of Roswell, New Mexico, on December 16, 2024. Born in Tucson, Arizona to James and Phyllis Dunn, Jacqueline was a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend who touched the lives of everyone she met.

Jacqueline’s passion for life and her commitment to others...

Dec 7, 2024

Bessie Perez, whom we know as our beautiful mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend, passed away on December 7, 2024. She lived a wonderful and fulfilling 93 years, leaving a legacy of love and cherished memories. Bessie wanted her life to be celebrated joyfully. Con muchos de colores! We are asking for family and friends to dress in bright...

Dec 6, 2024

Antonio Dominguez was a beloved son, brother, husband and uncle who passed away on Friday, December 6, 2024 at the age of 61. 

Born on October 2, 1963 in Carlsbad, NM. Tony was a kind and gentle soul who brought joy to the lives of those around him. He had a passion for spending time with his family and friends. 

Antonio was...

Dec 3, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Arthur “Bull” Torrez, of Roswell, NM. He was a beloved partner, son, brother, father, grandfather, friend, and mentor. Bull left this world on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at the age of 69, in Lubbock, TX. He lived a life that was a testament to the power of service, generosity,...

Nov 29, 2024

Our precious mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt, Doris Dean Isbell Bowen went to her Heavenly home on November 29, 2024.

Doris was born in Roy, NM to Tony Oliver Isbell and Irma Louvelia Kincannon Isbell on June 17, 1934. Doris attended Portales High School where she met the love of her life, Pat Bowen. Doris and Pat were married just shy...

Nov 29, 2024

A viewing will be held from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, Thursday, December 5, 2024 at Ballard Funeral Home Chapel for David Clinton Smith, 75, who passed away on Sunday, November 29, 2024. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Thursday, December 5, 2024 also at Ballard Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at South Park Cemetery.

David was born...

Nov 28, 2024