History & Staff

We have years of experience caring for families, from all walks of life. Each family comes to us because they know we are leaders in our profession, dedicated to excellence in service, and have the highest integrity.

Our History

Our History

Life is about making choices. Darrel Bethany aspired to provide families with above quality service. Choosing Roswell as the preferred location, he watched as his dream of providing the community with a new facility and a dignified choice become a reality. Anderson Bethany Funeral Home and Crematory has served the community of Roswell and the surrounding areas with dignity, respect and service for over a decade, opening our doors on July 28, 2000. Doing the right thing and acting with integrity are two of the driving forces behind Anderson Bethany Funeral Home and Crematory's great success story.The heart of Darrel Bethany is the foundation upon which the honor of Anderson Bethany is established and that honor permeates every aspect and corner of our funeral home. Our family owned funeral home and crematory holds high the commitment to you, our community. We pledge our complete service to provide your family with outstanding personal service and attention that only a locally owned "Family" funeral home can offer. The cornerstone of our service is the total attention we place on every element of your requests during your time of need. We commit to be available 24 hours a day, ensuring that every need and detail is met, helping in every way we can. One of our experienced, qualified and caring directors can explain all the options available to you and your family, answer questions and understand your needs as we offer our services to you, our families. The Bethany family seeks to ensure that our staff is compassionate and considerate and capable, ready to serve. Anderson Bethany Funeral Home and Crematory has been and continues to be blessed and is thriving due to the wonderful families committed to us.  To you, our families we say a grateful thank-you. 

Our Valued Staff

  • Darrel & Jery Bethany

    Darrel & Jery Bethany, Owners

    Our beliefs have directed and continue to direct our lives. After the loss of both of our spouses, we were brought together in 2009, upon the passing of Jery’s mother, Faye Groseclose. Jery’s family trusted Anderson Bethany Funeral Home and Crematory with the care of her mother’s services. Numerous high recommendations on the quality and personal care were received by the family in considering this funeral home. Immediately, a higher level of commitment, integrity and personalization of the Bethany Family were obvious. Darrel and Jery were married in January of 2010. Together they have continued to improve Anderson Bethany Funeral Home and Crematory, reinvesting funds in our establishment, the community and the lives of the families we are honored to serve. As the only family owned and operated funeral home in Roswell and Chaves County, we strive to continue to give the community the newest and best funeral home in this area as a benefit in a time of need. Together we have blended 4 children, 9 grandchildren, and 4 great grandchildren. It is our great pleasure and honor to be of service to our team of employees and the great families of Roswell and surrounding areas.

  • Jeremy Hurley

    Jeremy Hurley, Vice President of Operations

    Blessings beyond measure come in many different ways. When Jeremy made the decision to join our team, Anderson Bethany received a top executive who understands business and motivates employees. His extensive work in the field and in management has given him all the necessary talents to organize and run an operation in a structured and well thought-out manner. The forefront of Jeremy’s heart is service to families. Being born and raised in Roswell, Jeremy (the son of Darrel and Jery Bethany) and his family have returned to be a major part of our community. Jeremy is a calm and an extremely likable person. If talking business, pleasure or family needs, you will always find an open ear and a caring listener.

  • Richard  Ashby

    Richard Ashby, Funeral Service Intern, Embalmer, and Care Room Supervisor

    Rick was born in Amarillo, TX. His father worked for the U.S. government, and he was raised in Yuma, Arizona. Upon graduating from high school in Yuma, Rick attended Arizona Western College for two years. He then moved back home to Amarillo, where he attended Amarillo College Regional Fire Academy and became a firefighter. Rick also earned a paramedic certificate (EMT) from Amarillo City. Rick worked as a firefighter and a paramedic in Texas for 20 years before retiring and moving to Roswell.In 2004, Rick began working at Anderson Bethany Funeral Home & Crematory. Rick had known Darrel Bethany and his family for many years, and he was encouraged by the Bethany family to pursue this profession. Rick was not nervous to begin a career in the funeral industry, as his former occupations had prepared him physically and mentally to handle many different situations.Rick has been married for ten years to his wonderful wife, Ju Dong Ashby. He has two daughters: Aubrey, a nursing school student who will graduate in May, and Rileigh, a stay-at-home mom of a beautiful 18-month-old baby, Rick’s first grandbaby.Rick enjoys golfing, fishing, and hanging out with his grandbaby. He says he has to keep working - he just can’t hold still! Rick is a very active guy, and although he enjoys golfing and fishing with his buddies, he isn’t anywhere near ready for retirement.Rick has worked at Anderson Bethany Funeral Home for 21 years. His titles are “Funeral Service Intern, Embalmer, and Care Room Supervisor.” Rick enjoys his work. He notes that he is honored to have the opportunity to ensure that the deceased looks as good as possible before presenting them to their family for the last time. Embalming takes incredible skill, and Rick is experienced and proficient in his work. He takes his time and doesn’t rush the process. A good embalmer is invaluable to a funeral home, and Rick is seasoned in his trade.

  • Corissa Daniels

    Corissa Daniels, Funeral Service Assistant

    Corissa Daniels joined our team in 2020. She moved to Roswell in 2019 from Alamosa, Colorado, where she graduated from Alamosa High School. Beginning her work experience in the hotel and dining industry, she was discovered by Darrel and Jery Bethany. It didn’t take too long for them to bring her on board at the funeral home to join our family in serving Roswell and the surrounding areas. Corissa loves people and devotes everything to serving her families, ensuring the Celebrations of Life for their loved one is superior. She has worked in many areas of the funeral home and has recently become an FSI. Her main goal is to become an FSP.

  • Melaina Hernandez

    Melaina Hernandez, Office Manager

    Mel, as she is known, was raised in Roswell from a very young age. She came to Anderson Bethany Funeral Home with a heart full of wanting to serve her community. Graduating from Roswell High School in 2010, Mel worked in the service industry at local restaurants. Service is an important part of Mel’s heart; she definitely has a strong heart of service to our families in their time of need. She is always ready and willing to fill any part where she is needed at the funeral home with a happy smile on her face. Family is her life. Mel chooses to spend her off time with her family and friends. She loves theater, musicals and plays, and listening to audiobooks.

  • Lisa  Hobbs

    Lisa Hobbs, Receptionist

    Lisa was born in California on Travis Air Force Base. Her father was in the Air Force, and Lisa grew up between Pennsylvania and New Mexico. She was largely raised in New Mexico and has lived here since she was 15 years old. Lisa graduated from Goddard High School in Roswell.After graduation, Lisa's studies took her between Roswell and Chicago, where she lived for a few years. Upon her return, she became involved in the local theater and film scene in Roswell. She enjoys working with the Roswell Community Little Theater and has been involved in several productions. She is currently serving as an assistant director. In her free time, Lisa enjoys creating art of all types.Lisa was intrigued when Anderson Bethany Funeral Home & Crematory posted an ad for a receptionist. She had worked as a receptionist for several other businesses but had no experience in the funeral industry. Lisa enjoys her work at the funeral home and says her supervisors and co-workers have been very good to her. She loves being able to help people during a difficult time and is eager to advance her skills and capabilities. She looks forward to learning more about the funeral profession.We are thrilled to have Lisa as our receptionist!