OBITUARIES
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OBITUARIES
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Juanita Mae Graves Haines
Services are scheduled for 10 a.m., September 9, 2013, at LaGrone Funeral Chapel for Juanita Mae Graves Haines, age 78, of Roswell, who passed away on September 4, 2013. Pastor Tim Arlet of the Adventure Bible Church will officiate with interment to follow at South Park Cemetery. Juanita was born September 1, 1935, in Chicago, Ill., to Robert and Olga Weeks. They have preceded her in death, as well as husbands: Donald and Curvin; sister, Linda Roberts; her dear sons: Donald Richard and Donovan Wallace Graves; a daughter, Donice Margaret Ford; and granddaughter, Sherry Ford. Juanita graduated from Taft High School before moving to Roswell with her family in 1950. There she met her first love, Donald Graves; they were blessed with five children. She then met Curvin N. Haines; they married October 5, 1962, and a blessed addition of two more daughters. Juanita was a supervisor at Levi Strauss for 10 years where she met many friends. Later, she worked at the snack bar at Eastern New Mexico Medical Center. She then retired to spend days going to bingo and the casinos with her beloved sister and brotherin-law, June and Fred Hienzman. June and Nita bowled in many leagues. Together, they traveled to the Senior Olympics, bringing home many metals. She loved the trips with her sister. Juanita is survived by daughters: Donita Forbes and her husband, Larry, of Scottsdale, AZ, Norene L yons and her husband, Donnie, of Roswell, NM, Darlene Haines and Susan, of Roswell, NM, and special daughter, Donna Nevarez, of Roswell, who cared for mom for many years. Her sister, June Hienzman, and her husband, Fred, of Roswell, and Sonya Roberts, of Corning, CA; grandchildren: Stephen David Forbes, Larry Donnie Forbes and his wife, Nicole, Donnie Lyons and his wife, Amy, Daniel Lyons. Buddy Ford Jr. and his wife, Amanda, Opal Renae Calvin, Lori Vaughn and husband, Shane, Ashley Burch and Saul Cadena, Stephanie and her husband, Aaron, Taylor and Misty Hellums, Eric Graves Jr., Stacy Graves, R yan Graves; great-grandchildren: Cole, Lena, Kaylyn, Annabelle, Macie, Mackenzie, Amara, and Sierra; and great-great-grandchildren: Lillianne, Sheldon, Leanne, Faith, Regina, Britney, Wyatt, Garrett and Owen. Pallbearers will be her grandsons. A special thank you to Gentiva Hospice for their care and compassion. Condolences can be made online at lagronefu-
Ronald Frank Jarm
A memorial service will be held for Ronald Frank Jarm, 75, of Roswell, at 2 pm Tuesday, September 10, 2013 at First United Methodist Church, 200 N. Pennsylvania Avenue, Roswell. Dr. Douglas Mills will officiate. Military honors will be provided by the Roswell Veterans Honor Guard and New Mexico National Guard. Ron, as he was known to his family and friends, was born February 6, 1938 to Dr. Frank Jarm and Victoria Tomazic- Jar m. He passed away on September 2, 2013 after an extended illness. His parents, grandparents, and several aunts and uncles have preceded him in death. Ron is survived by his wife of 51 years, Carlyn M. Jarm, whom he married on September 29, 1962 in Sacramento, Califor nia. Sons: David M. Jarm and wife Nonie, and Christopher H. Jar m and wife Veronica. Grandsons: Dylan Bingham-Jarm and Christopher Alexander Jarm, all of Roswell. Stepmother, Marie Jar m of Richmond Heights, Ohio; Sisters: Nancy Jarm (Florida) and Joanne Myeress and husband Rudy (Ohio). Brothers: Michael Jar m and fiancée Deanna (Florida), Timothy Jarm and wife Leigh (Kentucky), Frank Jarm (Ohio) and Raymond Jar m and wife Suzanne (Ohio). He is also survived by Emma Nagel (Iowa), Kathy Harmon and husband Bob (South Dakota), Kenneth Nagel and wife Arlys (South Dakota), Lynn Nagel and wife Donna (Iowa), and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and dear, dear friends. Ron enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1960. After basic training at Lackland AFB, Texas, he was stationed at Mather AFB, California. In 1966, he and Carlyn received orders to Minot AFB, North Dakota, where they spent the next thirteen years. In 1978, Ron was transferred to Hahn AFB, Ger many, and Carlyn and their two sons moved to Roswell. Ron retired in 1980 as a Master Sergeant after twenty years of service. During his career he was a part of the 320th Bomb Wing; the 5th Airborne Missile Maintenance Squadron; the 5th Fighter Interceptor Squadron and 50 EMS (USAFE). In the private sector, Ron was employed briefly with Pepsi Cola as a dispatcher. He then found that his organizational and creative abilities were better suited to the printing business and worked for several years with Roswell Printing Company and then Turner Hurford Printing as a typesetter. After eighteen years in the business, he retired
in 2000. Ron was an avid bowler and served as secretarytreasurer of the bowling leagues at both Mather AFB and Minot AFB. He also served as treasurer of the Dad’s Club, as a volunteer organization focused on raising funds to promote youth oriented programs on Minot AFB. He won several awards for his dedication to the organization. However, Ron’s greatest passion was model railroading. He was a member of the Pecos Valley Society of Model Trainmen for 30 years, and served in several leadership positions. His pet project was the Merchant Car program, and for many years worked with area businesses to design their special railroad car to be run on the club layout during the annual fair. He made many friends through this endeavor. Ron was a member of the First United Methodist Church and taught a weekly Bible Study for nearly ten years. Ron never met a stranger, He loved to talk and educated himself on numerous subjects so he could converse with anyone on just about any subject. We shall all miss him. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the Chancel Choir Music Ministry or the Cowboy Bell Scholarship Fund at First United Methodist Church, 200 N. Pennsylvania Avenue, Roswell, NM 88201. Please take a moment to share your memories with the family in the online register book at andersonbethany.com. Services are under the direction of Anderson Bethany Funeral Home and Crematory.
Ray Mitcham June 23, 1932 to September 4, 2013
Ray Mitcham of Roswell, New Mexico died on September 4, 2013 in Roswell, NM from complications of prostate and bone cancer. Ray, or Pops as he was known to his grandchildren, was bor n in Fort Worth, Texas, the son of Jack Mitcham and Francis Lanford Mitcham, and brother of Mary Francis Boyd. He grew up in Fort Worth, TX, before moving to Lubbock, TX, to pursue his higher education at Texas Tech University. At Texas Tech, Ray was a varsity letterman from 1953 – 1955 and was part of the victorious 1954 Gator Bowl team. Ray received his degree from the School of Architecture and graduated with honors in 1955. He founded the architectural firm Ray Mitcham and Associates. Some of his notable designs were the New Mexico Military Institute Chapel, the Roswell Airport Ter minal, Sunset Villa Nursing Home, as well as many other buildings and homes throughout New Mexico. Ray had many achieve-
ments throughout his life, and was a leader in the Roswell community. He served on the school board from 1970-1976, and was President of the school board from 1972-1976, was an elder at both First Presbyterian Church and Westminster Presbyterian Church, was a Freemason, and a member of the American Institute of Architects. Additionally, Ray was a fixture at Berrendo Middle School and Goddard High School sporting events supporting his children in the rain, sun, sleet, and wind from 1968-1981. On April 5, 1953, Ray married the love of his life, Patti Harris Mitcham. In 1960, Ray and Patti moved to Roswell, New Mexico. Together they had six children. Throughout their marriage, the devotion of Ray and Patti never wavered. In April 2013, Ray and Patti celebrated 60 years of marriage with their children and grandchildren. Ray and Patti were soul mates, and their love was visible to all of those who were in their presence. He is preceded in death by his son Matt Mitcham and his sister Mary Francis Boyd. Ray is survived by his wife of 60 years, Patti; his two sons, David; Mark and his wife, Sue Raby Mitcham; three daughters, Melinda Mitcham Creamer, Margaret Mitcham and her partner, Nicole Franco; Millicent McLane and her husband, Dave McLane. Other survivors are his four grandchildren: Matthew Crosby Mitcham, MeLisa Ray Creamer, Michaela Patti Creamer, and Katie Nicole Franco; great-granddaughter Olivia Ann Alkire; and his nephew Andy Boyd. A celebration of Ray’s life will be held Wednesday September 11, 2013, at the Anderson Museum, 409 East College Blvd., from 24 p.m. Donations can be made in honor of Ray’s Life to Esperanza House. 305 W Tilden Street, Roswell, NM 88202. Arrangements have been entrusted to Ballard Funeral Home and Crematory. An online registry can be accessed at ballardfuneralhome.com.
Placido Chavez
A rosary is scheduled for 7 p.m., Tuesday, September 10, 2013, at St. Jude Catholic Church in San Patricio, NM, for Placido Chavez, 76, who passed away Thursday, September 5, 2013, in Albuquerque, NM. Mass is scheduled for
Sunday, September 8, 2013
9:30 a.m., Wednesday, September 11, 2013, also at St. Jude Catholic Church with Father Alfred Galvan of St. Eleanor Catholic Church officiating. Burial will follow at Hondo Cemetery. Placido was born February 14, 1937, in Lincoln, NM, to Evangelisto Chavez and Leonor Peña. His parents preceded him in death. Placido is also preceded in death by his wife, Jeanette Needham Chavez; brother, Juan P. Chavez; sisters: Angelita Sanchez and Rachel Salas. Those left to cherish his memory are his daughters: Vickie Hatcher, Patricia Badgery, Elizabeth Gonzalez and Kristina Chavez; brothers: Max P. Chavez and Albert Chavez; sisters: Geneva Needham, Josie Granados and husband, Louis, Frances Gustamantes and husband, Richard; eleven grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Placido lived in Roswell for the past 30 years coming from Hondo, NM. He was a retired plumber. Placido enjoyed whittling and riding horses. He loved his Miller High Life, gardening, growing veggies and roasting chili. Serving as pallbearers will be Albert Chavez, Frank Chavez, Edward Gustamantes, Patrick Hatcher, Donald Gonzales and Johnny Needham. Honorary pallbearers will be his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Arrangements have been entrusted to Ballard Funeral Home and Crematory. An online registry can be accessed at ballardfuneralhome.com.
Doris A. Phillips
Another World War II veteran has entered heaven. Doris A. Phillips began her life jour ney on July 17, 1920, in Bridgewater, Iowa, the daughter of George and Elnora T immons Dory. Doris entered into her eternal rest on September 7, 2013, at La Villa at the age of 93 years, 1 month and 22 days. Following graduation from Bridgewater High School, Doris joined the Women’s Ar my Corp in January of 1944 and was sent to North Africa, France, and Italy with the Division Surgeon’s Office. Upon her release from active duty she was employed by several hospitals and was recalled for duty during the Korean Conflict. Doris met her future husband in North Africa
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and was married to Earl E. Phillips Jr. in 1947, in Kansas and moved to Lodge Grass, Montana, Atlantic, Iowa and to Roswell in 1960. They celebrated 61 years together until his passing in 2008. Doris retired from 1st Interstate Bank and immediately became a volunteer in several organizations. She was past President of the BPO Does #155, a member of the New Mexico State Defense Force, retiring as major. For many years, she and Earl were very active members of the Roswell Veteran's Honor Guard. She was a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion, D.A.V. Auxiliary, St. Mary's Auxiliary, and a Charter member of Women in Military Service. She was an active member of Assumption Catholic Church. Doris was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Earl and four brothers and three sisters. Those left to cherish her memories include her son Eddie Phillips and wife Sonia, daughter Suzie Van Winkle and husband Richard, grandchildren Matthew Phillips and wife Amanda, Roby Van Winkle and wife Jamie, and Kelli Van Winkle; and two greatgrandchildren, Jacoby and Harper Van Winkle; her sister Ruth Oler and brother Paul Dory of Iowa and several nieces and nephews and many dear friends. Graveside services will take place at 10 a.m. on Wednesday morning, September 11th, at South Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requested any memorial donations be made to the Poor Claire’s or the Roswell Humane Society. I am Free Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free I'm following the path God laid for me. I took His hand when I heard him call I turned my back and left it all. “I could not stay another day To laugh, to love, to work or play Tasks left undone must stay that way, I found that place at the close of day.” “If my parting has left a void, Then fill it with remembered joy. A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss Ah yes, these things, I too will miss.” “Be not burdened with times of sorrow I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow. My life's been full, I savored much. Good friends, good times, a loved one’s touch.” Friends may make condolences online at lagronefuneralchapels.com. Arrangements are under the personal directions of the professionals at LaGrone Funeral Chapel.