Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Las Cruces, New Mexico & Surrounding Areas
Gary B Donart
Jan 17, 2026
Gary B. Donart, son of Harry J. Donart and Iris Bartlett Donart, was born on September 6, 1940, in Howard, Kansas, and departed this life on January 17, 2026, in Las Cruces, NM.
Gary grew up in western Kansas, where, influenced by his parents, he developed a lifelong love of the outdoors. He especially enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping, interests that...
Elizabeth Ann "Betty" Tomei
Jan 17, 2026
Elizabeth Ann (“Betty”) Tomei
Las Cruces Sun News
January 19, 2026
Elizabeth Ann (“Betty”) Tomei was born to loving parents Ann and Leo Hankerd in Flint, Michigan on April 22, 1938, and passed on to eternal glory in Las Cruces, New Mexico on January 17, 2026, surrounded by family and friends.
Betty is survived by brother Bob (Mary Louise) Hankerd; brother...
Pierre "PeeWee" Wayne Laundreaux Sr.
2026
Pierre "PeeWee" Wayne Laundreaux SR
1962—2026
Dad, the day you left this world was the day we learned how fragile everything truly is. You were your family's #1 Hero & will be missed!!!
With heavy heart's and unimaginable grief we announce the passing of a wonderful soul, a husband, father, brother, grandpa and uncle. Born in Fort Yates, ND to Louis and Dorothy...
Kathyrn June Franzoy
Jan 15, 2026
Kathryn June Franzoy, 85, went to be with the Lord on Thursday January 15, 2026. Kathy was born in Burgettstown, Pennsylvania on November 23, 1940 to Marguerite Virginia and Edelo Bernola and was raised in Hatch, NM. She graduated from HVHS in 1958 and attended NMSU.
She met Charlie Franzoy during that time and married in 1965. They had two beloved...
Larz Gregory Oberle
Jan 12, 2026
Born in Cincinnati, Ohio in November 1942, Larz Gregory Oberle lived an exciting 83 years marked by years of stories, lessons, and accomplishments. He passed away on early Monday morning, January 12, 2026.
Hardworking, headstrong, and determined, Larz served 4.5 years with the United States Marine Corps through the Vietnam War before working over 40 years as a dedicated welder/pipe-fitter on...
David Steve Duke
Jan 12, 2026
David Steve Duke passed away on January 12, 2026, surrounded by family who loved him and were shaped by his larger-than-life joy. He was 83.
Born in May 1942, David grew up with a craftsman’s hands, a storyteller’s wit, and a dancer’s light feet. After serving in the U.S. Air Force, he built a long career with El Paso Natural Gas...
Deana Nicole Jacquez
Jan 11, 2026
With heavy hearts and steadfast faith, we announce the passing of Deana Nicole Jacquez, who was called home to be with the Lord on 01•11•2026, at the age of 38. While we grieve her earthly absence, we rejoice in the promise that she is now fully restored, wrapped in God’s eternal peace.
Deana was born on 05•12•1987 in Las Cruces, NM,...
Barbara Ann Alvarez
Jan 11, 2026
Barbara Cedillo Alvarez, 67, passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at Mountain View Regional Medical Center in Las Cruces, New Mexico. She was born on March 1, 1958, in Las Cruces, where she spent her life rooted in family, faith, and community.
Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, Enrique and Remijia Cedillo. She is survived by her longtime...
David Mitchell Cox
Jan 11, 2026
David Mitchell Cox of Las Cruces, New Mexico, died on January 11, 2026, one week shy of his 90th birthday. He was born on January 17, 1936 in Piqua, Ohio. David grew up in Springfield, Ohio and graduated from Miami University in 1957 with a Bachelor's degree in Education. He then joined the Ohio National Guard and trained as a...
William B Regis
Jan 9, 2026
William B. Regis, known to his friends as Bill, was ninety-one years old when he passed from this earth to our Heavenly Father on January 9th, 2025, in Las Cruces, New Mexico.
He was born on March 3rd, 1934, in Santa Barbara, California, to Charles and Maria Regis. He had no siblings but was raised closely with his cousins Angie and...
Larry Dewayne Barker
Jan 8, 2026
We celebrate the life of Larry Dewayne Barker; a man grounded in his values, driven by his dreams, guided by unwavering faith, and known for his boundless generosity.
Larry was born on September 4, 1951, in Frederick, Oklahoma, to Doyle Dewayne Barker and Viola “June” Orman Barker. Larry attended the North Deep Red Baptist Church where he was baptized in a...
Kristin Crawford Freilino
Jan 8, 2026
Kristin Crawford Freilino of Las Cruces, New Mexico died January 8th, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Apollo, PA to Edgar and Genevieve Dice Crawford. She grew up in Weinel’s Crossroads, PA, graduated from Leechburg High School in 1958 where she was the head majorette. After high school, she attended Business Training College in Pittsburgh. She...
Harold Erwin Clark Jr.
Jan 6, 2026
Harold Erwin Clark Jr., 87, of Caballo/Las Cruces, New Mexico, passed away on January 6, 2026.Harold was born on February 28, 1938, in El Paso, Texas, to the parents of Hazel and Harold Clark SR. He would have celebrated his 88th birthday this year. He graduated from Weed High School and married his high school sweetheart, Elizabeth “Betty” Clark. Together,...
Luke Andrew Gilpin
Jan 6, 2026
Luke Andrew Gilpin was born on May 5, 1960, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and passed away peacefully on January 5, 2026 surrounded by his family in the comfort of his home.
Luke was the son of Patrick Gilpin and Roseann Pacey, and the devoted husband of Susan Gilpin, with whom he shared 42 years of marriage. Together, they built a life rooted...
Barbara Joyce Bean
Jan 5, 2026
Barbara Joyce Bean
Barbara, born June 27, 1954, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2026 in Las Cruces, New Mexico where she lived for the last 25 years.
Predeceased by parents Sam and Alice Bea Bean, she is survived by her four siblings, Marguerite, Linda, Merrill and Sammy.
Barbara taught elementary education in Las Cruces, most recently kindergarten at East Picacho Elementary School,...
Bobby Hernandez Jr.
Jan 5, 2026
Bobby Hernandez Jr., born on October 19, 1971, in a family that cherished the joy of life, passed away on January 5, 2026. He was a loving son, devoted father, and proud grandfather whose vibrant spirit touched everyone around him. Bobby dedicated his life to his work and his family. As the owner of Hernandez Construction, he not only showcased...
Frank Louis Harmon
Jan 2, 2026
Frank Louis Harmon, of Las Cruces, NM passed away January 2,2026 at the age of 55. Frank was born on November 23, 1970, to Harold and Joyce Holland Harmon.
Frank is survived by his loving mother, Joyce Harmon, his sisters Katy (Jed) Duggan of Rio Rancho, NM, Janet (Dan) Sanchez of Las Cruces, NM; and his brother Tony (Sally) Harmon of...
Alfredo "Archie" F. Rivera
Dec 30, 2025
Alfredo “Archie” F. Rivera, age 73, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2025, in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Known to many simply as Archie, he was a devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend whose presence brought warmth, laughter, and comfort wherever he went.
Born on November 14, 1952, in Las Cruces, New Mexico, Archie grew up surrounded by family...
Stephen Russell Luke
Dec 27, 2025
Stephen Russell Luke 79, passed away peacefully at his home on the morning of Dec 27th, 2025, in Las Cruces, NM. Stephen grew up in Palo Alto, CA. Son to Lyle and Roberta Luke. The middle of three siblings with Patricia, the oldest by a couple years, and Robert a younger brother by only one year.
Stephen was a living legend...
Emma Erlinda Chavez
2025
In Loving Memory of Emma Erlinda Chavez
Emma Erlinda Chavez passed away surrounded by the love of her family, leaving behind a legacy of faith, strength, and devotion that will continue to guide those who knew her. Emma was a woman deeply rooted in her Catholic faith, finding comfort and purpose in prayer, service, and trust in God. Her...
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