Services are pending at Ballard Funeral Home and Crematory for Lott W. Porter, 93, who passed away Friday, February 20, 2015, in Roswell, New Mexico. A further announcement will be made once arrangements have been finalized.
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Donald Henry Tineo
Donald Henry Tineo passed away on February 18, 2015. Don is survived by his two daughters, Deidra and Deanne, and husband, Scott; his sister Jennifer; his niece Lacey and her husband, Greg; and great-niece Lily. Raised in San Diego, CA but resident of Roswell, NM since 2006, “Tinman” grew up with a love for surfing the California and Baja waves. Don had an appreciation of nature and the outdoors and that was reflected in the beautiful gardens he grew over the years. Don developed a passion for cycling and now has thousands of miles of open roads, as well as many races, under his belt. His natural artistic talent shone bright when he picked up oil painting during his years in Roswell, painting many scenes from his travels as well as portraits of dear friends. Barns, valleys and desert landscapes were a few of his favorite subjects.
Don’s favorite saying was “Every day is a gift, that’s why they call it the present” and that rings true to how he lived. A favorite pastime of Don’s was taking long drives, exploring the back roads and tiny towns along the way. Drive on, drive on, drive on the blue highways. He formed friendships everywhere he went and all who knew him were touched by his generosity, humor, honesty, kindness, loyalty and strength of character.
Loving father and loyal friend, you will be missed.
Memorial to be held in San Diego. Please contact family for details.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Ballard Funeral Home and Crematory. An online registry can be accessed at ballardfuneralhome.com
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Billy “Bill” Callaway Sr.
Billy “Bill” Callaway Sr., of Roswell, passed away Feb. 22, 2015. His funeral services are pending at this time.
Further information will be published at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson-Bethany Funeral Home and Crematory.
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Robbie Gay Ashbrook-Benzinger
Robbie Gay Ashbrook-Benzinger was born February 4th, 1956 to Barbara and Ray Ashbrook, during one of the worst blizzards in New Mexico. She was a ray of sunshine helping to melt the snow, as well as melting the hearts of all who met her.
Robbie was a happy child, and as a toddler wanted to be outside playing with all the animals. Being free to roam around the farm, she did as all toddlers did — she put everything in her mouth. As we soon discovered, that included chicken poop. Ray promptly built a fence around the yard. Was that to keep Robbie in, or to keep the chickens out?
Barbara sewed all of Robbie’s clothes. Robbie flatly refused to wear “anything with lace” because according to Robbie, “It’s too itchy!” That was one of the beginning signs of Robbie’s independence and stubbornness.
Robbie attended schools in Causey and Roswell, where she received her G.E.D. from Roswell High in 1974. After high school, she lived a short time in Albuquerque, Houston, and Detroit. Later, she lived in San Diego, CA from the spring of 1977 until June of 2003, when she returned to New Mexico with her only child, Kylie Ranae Katalinich.
Robbie’s greatest joy in life was Kylie. Robbie was devoted to Kylie in every way. She raised Kylie to have the strength and courage to become the vibrant, beautiful, talented, and loving woman she is today.
Robbie loved music and passed that love to Kylie, too. Robbie enjoyed cooking, camping, and spending time with friends.
Robbie and her fondness of the outdoors brought Robbie to a career of horticulture, where she was employed in the famed Balboa Park in San Diego. She retired from there after 20 years of dedicated service. After returning to Portales, she was employed by ENMU as a groundskeeper for almost four years. Illness required her to leave that position.
Robbie loved the Pacific Ocean breeze, the beautiful garden she worked in, and last but not least Kylie.
Robbie was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Neal Ashbrook. She is survived by her beloved daughter Kylie Ranae Katalinich and sister Janise Ranae Ashbrook-Langston, nieces, nephews, cousins, and many good friends.
A memorial service will be located in Buchanan Hall in ENMU’s Music Building in Portales at 12 o’clock, Saturday, February 28th; and a reception will follow, located at Portales’ Memorial Building shortly after the memorial.
Genesis 1:29 – Then God said, “Look! I have given you every seed-bearing plant throughout the earth and all the fruit trees for your food.”
Arrangements are under the direction of Wheeler Mortuary of Portales. Condolences can be made at wheelermortuary.net
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Daniel O.Valdez
Services are pending for Daniel O.Valdez, age 80, of Roswell, who passed away on February 26, 2015. A further announcement will be made when services are finalized.
Arrangements are under the personal care of LaGrone Funeral Chapel.
Online condolences may be made at lagronefuneralchapels.com.
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Jacob Joe Sigala Jr. “Baby Jacob”
Jacob Joe Sigala Jr., born on February 13, 2015, passed away February 14, 2015. He is survived by his mother Mariah A. Olivares and his father, Jacob Sigala, sister Orianna Hernandez, aunts Desiree Chacon, Natilie Contreras, Denessa Sigala, uncles Carlos Mendoza Jr., Tommy Ray Sosa, Jeffery Chacon, Micheal Fuentez, Gilbert Sigala Jr., and Joseph Barnhill, grandmothers Tina Olivares and Gayla Sigala, grandfathers Chon Chacon and Gilbert Sigala, and numerous grandparents from the Sigala family and Olivares family and Chacon family, great-great-great-grandmother Virginia Carmona and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins from the Sigala family. He is preceded in death by his great-grandmothers Mary “Sugar” Oropesa and Terry Chacon, great-grandfathers Cruz Oropesa, Manual Olivares and Chon Chacon Sr., great-aunt Susan Chacon.
Services will be February 28, 2015, at 1 p.m. at Anderson-Bethany Funeral Home.
From Mommy and Daddy:
“Our Dearest Lil Jacob”
Our dearest lil Jacob who was so pure and true, it’s not at all right what has happened to you
Where did you go, why did you leave, you should have gone home and been able to believe
We know you’re okay and know that you’re happy but it shouldn’t be this way, it’s just no way to be
Our dearest lil Jacob, whose hands were so small, you were so young when you had left us all
You were one of a kind and so easy to remember, you’re never forgotten and in our hearts forever
These days now are so different, they’re no way the same, it’s now filled with sadness, so many tears and so much pain
Our dearest lil Jacob, you touched so many hearts in the time you spent here
You’re looking down above with your new beautiful wings, but we miss you so much and it’s so hard to stop weeping
Take care of your daddy and mommy, always be by their side, give them sweet kisses while they’re sleeping at night
Our dearest lil Jacob, you may no longer be here, but just know we love you dearly and we know you’re always near.
From your uncle:
“Don’t Be So Fast To Say Goodbye”
My dear nephew,
Wait I wanted to tell you please make sure to say thank you please use your manners like yes sir, no sir, and when you go on your first date make sure to pay! Oh yeah and get the door for her! There is so much more I gotta teach you so I will not let you go, I am gonna put you in my heart and everywhere I go you will be with me and we can learn all these things together. There will be no goodbyes from me today. I’ll love you always lil man!
Love Uncle Tito AKA Tommy Ray.
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Shirley Faye Gann
Shirley Faye Gann, age 78, of Roswell, passed away on February 26, 2015. She was born on January 12, 1936. No services will be held at this time.
John Gann survives his wife.
Services are under the direction of Anderson-Bethany Funeral Home and Crematory.
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Gale O. Yocom
A visitation will be held Sunday, March 1, 2015 at LaGrone Funeral Chapel from 5 to 7 p.m. and Monday, March 2, 2015, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. for Gale O. Yocom who passed away on February 27, 2015. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Monday, March 2, 2015 at LaGrone Funeral Chapel.
Gale was born January 3, 1951 to Olen and Naoma Yocom in Tucumcari, NM. He loved and cherished his family, and selflessly gave of himself to everyone. Adventurous his entire life, Gale was a scuba diver instructor, skydiver, private pilot, and avid political critic. He had a wonderful sense of humor, caring heart, and protective spirit that could not be measured and will be missed.
Gale is survived by his daughter Tabitha Denny and husband Shawn of Roswell, NM; son, Gale Yocom II and wife, Ashley of Dallas, TX; sisters, Ruby Farmer and husband Larry of Ovilla, TX, Joyce Greaser and husband Les of Kent, WA; brother, Scooter Yocom; grandchildren, Jeff Hill of Wilmington, NC, Alex Borsattino of Dallas, TX, Jacob Mann of Clayton, NC, Grayson Yocom of Dallas, TX, Gage Yocom of Dallas, TX, life partner Kelly Cockrell and daughters Tessa and Lauren Cockrell, and numerous nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Olen and Naoma Yocom, sisters Margaret Motsenbocker and Wanda Wilcox, nephew Lester Howell.
Arrangements are under the personal care of LaGrone Funeral Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Wounded Warrior Project (woundedwarriorproject.org). Online condolences may be made at lagronefuneralchapels.com.
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Michael Drew
Michael Drew, 74, of Roswell, passed away March 2, 2015.
His funeral service is pending at this time. Further information will be published at a later date.
Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson-Bethany Funeral Home and Crematory.
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H. James Voll
A graveside service will be held 11 a.m., Thursday, March 5, 2015, at South Park Cemetery for H. James Voll.
H. James Voll, age 91, passed away on February 27, 2015, at home in Dallas, Texas.
Jim Voll was born February 7, 1924 in Long Beach, CA. He graduated from high school in Bakersfield, CA in 1940. It was here that he met his future bride, Betty Jo Garrett. They were married November 4, 1945, nearing the end of his WWII service as a Naval Aviator. He earned a B.S degree in Architecture from Kansas State University in 1950 before re-entering the Navy to serve in Korea. Upon leaving the Navy in 1952 the family moved to Roswell, NM where during the next 17 years he worked as an architect and served on the city council during 1968-69. Jim moved to the Metroplex, Dallas, Texas in 1969 where he worked for the Army, Air Force Exchange Service with assignments in Texas, the Philippines, Germany and Hawaii where he retired as Director of Engineering, AAFES Pacific, on January 20, 1989.
Jim and Betty retired in New Mexico, moving on from there in 1992 and building a home in Arlington, Texas. After 10 years, with old friends and family gone, they moved to Connecticut, for seven years, returning to Dallas, Texas in 2012.
In addition to his beloved wife, Betty Jo of Dallas, he is survived by a son Robert Voll in Connecticut; a daughter, Karen Voll in Colorado and granddaughters: Ingrid Crowl and husband Dave, their two daughters Megan and Molly Crowl of Holland; granddaughter, Kirstin McMullan and husband Jeff, their two daughters Kinnin and Peri McMullen of Holland, and a sister, Glenda Harrington of CA.
The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorials be made in Jim’s name to the charity of their choice.
Arrangements are under the personal care of LaGrone Funeral Chapel.
Online condolences may be made at lagronefuneralchapels.com.
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Phillip Jaramillo
Phillip Jaramillo, 53, passed away February 28, 2015 in Los Lunas, NM. Further information will be made when arrangements are finalized.
Services are under the direction of Anderson-Bethany Funeral Home and Crematory.
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David Keith Pottle
Services are pending at Ballard Funeral Home and Crematory for David Keith, 54, who passed away Tuesday, March 3, 3015 surrounded by the love of his family. A further announcement will be made once arrangements have been finalized.
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Reymundo M. Jimenez
A rosary will be recited for Reymundo M. Jimenez at 7 p.m., Sunday, March 8, 2015, at St. Catherine’s Church in Hagerman. Mass will be at 9 a.m., Monday, March 9, 2015, at St. Catherine’s Church. Interment will follow at Hagerman Cemetery. Fr. Martin Carrajo of St. Catherine’s Church will officiate.
Reymundo Jimenez, 84, passed away on March 4, 2015, in Albuquerque, NM.
Born May 9, 1930 to Nieves Jimenez and Thomasa Morales in Snyder, TX, Reymundo always enjoyed spending time with his family and being there for others. He worked as a farm laborer for 30 years at Mountain States Farm.
Preceding Reymundo in death were his parents, wife, Magdalena and son, Reymundo Jr.
Survivors include his sons: Daniel Jimenez, Mike Jimenez, Benny Jimenez and David Jimenez; daughters, Delphina Jimenez and Delia Jimenez; and sisters, Matilde and Faustina. Also surviving Reymundo are numerous nieces and nephews from NM, TX and Mexico and eight grandchildren.
Honorary pallbearers are Dominic Longoria, Jose Matta and Ethan Henson. Pallbearers are Allan James Curtis, Jacob Matta, Jason Palma, Alejandro Carmona, Ubaldo Jr. Carmona and Adam Longoria.
Family will be accepting guests at 212 W. Alameda St. in Roswell after the rosary Sunday night. A reception will be at St. Catherine’s Church following the interment on Monday, March 9, 2015.
Dad
A dad is a person who’s loving and kind,
And often he knows
What you have on your mind.
He’s someone who listens, suggests,
and defends —
A dad can be one of your very best friends.
He’s proud of your triumphs,
but when things go wrong,
A dad can be patient and helpful and strong.
In all that you do, a dad’s love plays a part —
There’s always a place for him
deep in your heart —
And each year that passes you’re even more glad,
More grateful and proud
just to call him your dad.
Please take a moment to share your thoughts and memories of Reymundo with the family in the online registry book at andersonbethany.com
Services are under the direction of Anderson-Bethany Funeral Home and Crematory.
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Johnny Clements
Memorial services for Johnny Clements of Roswell, NM, will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, March 10, 2015, at Anderson-Bethany Funeral Home. A full obituary will follow.
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Walter McTeigue
Services are pending at Ballard Funeral Home and Crematory for Walter McTeigue, 57, who passed away Sunday, March 8, 2015 at his home surrounded by his loved ones.
A further announcement will be made once arrangements have been finalized.
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Louis Archuleta
Louis Archuleta passed away on 2/27/15. He was survived by his wife of 20 years, Martha Archuleta, his stepsons, Tony Gonzales, Eric Armendarez & Corine Molinar all of Roswell, N. Mex. He was a loving husband and & stepfather. We love you dad. May you rest in peace.
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John Robert Westfall
Robert “Big Bob” Westfall, 64, passed away on March 7, 2015, in Lubbock, Texas. He was born on April 14, 1950, to John Joseph Westfall and Eunice Virginia Scott in San Angelo, Texas.
On May 18, 1973, Robert married the love of his life, Patricia Sue Bond Hooser in Roswell, NM. He ran his own business, Big Bob’s Plumbing for 25 years. He retired from New Mexico Department of Corrections after 14 years of service.
His passions were riding his motorcycle as a member of the Christian Motorcycle Association, volunteering at the drag strip as a member of the Roswell Timing Association, race cars, his family and grandchildren.
Preceding him in death were his parents and maternal aunt, Mary M. Scott.
Survivors include his wife: Patricia Westfall, one daughter: Kelly Trammell and her husband Jody Trammell, four grandchildren: Mackenzie, Caitlynn, Adrian, and Savannah Trammell all of Roswell, NM. He also leaves behind numerous in-laws, nieces, and nephews.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2015, at 2 p.m. at Grace Community Church. Pastor Rick Hale will officiate.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Jay Winner, Dwayne Votaw, John Coons, Mark Ballard, Eddie Hooser, Gary Hooser, David Nord and Alan Howell.
Please take a moment to share thoughts and memories of Robert with his family in the online registry at andersonbethany.com
Services are under the direction of Anderson-Bethany Funeral Home and Crematory.
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Rev. Edward Lee
Rev. Edward Dean Lee passed into the loving arms of his Lord at his home in Morgan Hill, California on March 9, 2015. Rev. Lee was born in Artesia, New Mexico on August 18, 1948, the son of Ruffus E. and Imogene (Rowin) Lee. He graduated from Artesia High School in 1966 and attended Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, TX where he received his B.A. in 1970. He is also a graduate of the University of New Mexico School of Law an a member of the State Bar of New Mexico. In 1999 he received his Masters of Divinity from San Francisco Theological Seminary and was ordained as a Minister of Word and Sacrament in the Presbyterian Church (USA).
Rev. Lee worked for 20 years as an attorney in the title insurance industry in New Mexico and was a past president of the New Mexico Land Title Association. He owned and operated Chaves County Abstract Company in Roswell, New Mexico before responding to God’s call to ordained ministry. After his ordination, Rev. Lee served as pastor of Gonzales Community Church (PCUSA) in Gonzales, CA for 14 years, until he retired for health reasons. He served as a faithful colleague in ministry in the San Jose Presbytery, and has been named as Pastor Emeritus for the Gonzales Church.
A memorial service will be held at Santa Teresa Hills Presbyterian Church, 5370 Snell Avenue, San Jose, CA, where Rev. Lee served as Parish Associate, on Saturday, March 14 at 3 p.m.
Rev. Lee is survived by his loving wife, Myrna Joy of Morgan Hill, CA; his mother, Imogene Lee of Roswell, NM; his sister Janie Hammons (and Gene) of Ft. Worth, TX; two loving stepdaughters, June and Jennifer; four grandchildren, Ben, Jake, Grace and Yasemin to whom he was known as “Papa Ed;” and three nephews.
Memorial gifts in honor of Ed may be made to Gonzales Community Church, PO Box 715, Gonzales, CA 93926, Santa Teresa Hills Presbyterian Church (PCUSA), 5370 Snell Avenue, San Jose, CA 95123, or to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCan.org).
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Joanne Freas Gottlieb
Joanne Gottlieb, age 86, a longtime resident of Cubero, NM and more recently of Roswell, NM, passed away Friday, March 6, 2015 in Roswell. She was born to Arthur and Elsie “Roud” Freas on September 11, 1928 in Cambridge, OH.
Joanne and her parents moved in 1946 to Grants, NM, where she graduated from Grants Union High School in May 1947. She married Hans J. Gottlieb on September 7, 1948 in Grants, and moved to Cubero, NM, where Hans was working and soon became business partners with his brother Kurt. Hans and Joanne retired from being business owners in 1988 and moved to Roswell, NM in the summer of 1994.
Her many activities included being an active member of the Eastern Star in Grants and Roswell, NM, where she served in many positions, including Worthy Matron. She volunteered at Military Heights Elementary School for 18 years in the library department, and served as President of the Roswell Garden Club. Joanne absolutely loved working in the yard and gardening with her husband, Hans, but her happiest times were when she free-hand painted china dishes that are treasured by her entire family. She continued to paint up to her last month on earth.
Preceeding her in death were her parents, Arthur and Elsie Freas and her husband, Hans Gottlieb.
Survived by her four children: Arthur and wife Joyce of Rio Rancho, NM, Richard and wife Diane of Las Cruces, NM, Michael and wife Brenda of Roswell, NM, and Judy Lawson and husband George of Duncan Falls, OH; eight grandchildren: BJ Gottlieb and wife Joy, Misty Gottlieb, LeAnn Jenkins and husband Patrick, Linda Bates and husband Robert, Erin Welsh and husband David, Brandon Gottlieb and wife Kandace, Janis Bodley and husband Jason, and Daniel Elliott and wife Cassandra. Also surviving Joanne are her nine great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Services will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, March 14, 2015, at Assumption Catholic Church at 2808 N. Kentucky Ave., Roswell, NM. There will be a luncheon served at the church after the services for friends and family. Interment will be in Grants, NM at Grants Memorial Park at a later date.
The family requests donations be made to the Assumption Catholic Church, 2808 N. Kentucky Ave., Roswell, NM 88201 or to the New Mexico Cancer Society, Albuquerque Office, 8500 Menaul Blvd NE Ste. A500, Albuquerque, NM 87112.
Please take a moment to share your thoughts and memories of Joanne with her family in the online registry at andersonbethany.com.
Services are under the direction of Anderson-Bethany Funeral Home and Crematory.
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James Law
James Law, 57, passed away on February 26, 2015 in Roswell. He was born on April 9, 1957 to Delbert Law and Nellie Proctor in Cleveland, OH. No services are scheduled, per Jim’s wishes.
He married his childhood sweetheart, Connie Milan, at the age of 17 on April 18, 1974 in Ashtabula, OH. Celebrating 40 years of marriage, James always said, “She was his soul mate”.
Jim worked various jobs including Chaves County road department, various oil fields, sandblasting and finally at Circle K as a manager for many years in Roswell and Ruidoso. His love was being with family, camping, Sunday dinners, reunions, anywhere his family and loved ones were gathered.
Preceding him in death were his parents, brother Timothy D. Law and pets, Chopper and Bruce.
Surviving James are his wife, Connie; sons: Master Sergeant James M. Law Jr. of Afganistan and Jeremy M. Law (Tanya) of Roswell; ex-daughter-in-law, Stephanie Law of Houston, TX; his five angels on earth, granddaughters: Savanna L. Law and Brittany P. Law of Houston, TX, Breanna M., Bella M. and Taylor M. Law all of Roswell; brother, Jeffrey L. Law of Roswell; Uncle Johnny Proctor of Roswell; Aunt Jean Proctor of Ruidoso Downs, NM; cousins: Brenda Frost and Wade Proctor. Also surviving him is a nephew, Erick D. Law of TX; two very special nieces he called daughters: Jessica M. Morales and Amanda Fisher; two sisters-in-law: Ellen Karcutt of SC and Bonnie Bryant of Ashtabula, OH.
Childhood friend Dwight Workmen; forever friends, Doug Wright and wife Carol all of Ashtabula, OH, Ruben Chasco of Idalou, TX, Richard and Bobbi of Charleston, TN and Bob Brown and wife Selma also survive him.
Jim was a very kind and gentle man, always trying to mend or save someone he knew, including animals. His friends and family would describe him as compassionate, relentless, selfless and easygoing.
Please take a moment to share your thoughts and memories with James’ family in the online registry at andersonbethany.com.
Services are under the direction of Anderson-Bethany Funeral Home and Crematory.
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