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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