Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Las Cruces, New Mexico & Surrounding Areas
Joe Filemon Hernandez
Nov 24, 2025
Joe Filemon Hernandez, 93, was born on March 21, 1932, and passed away peacefully on November 24, 2025. His beloved wife, Priscilla, died a week and a day prior to his own death. His father was Pablo Hernandez, from Durango, Mexico, and his mother was Magdalena Molina Hernandez, from Tortugas, New Mexico. He married Priscilla Nevarez, 14, at the age...
Virginia Ortega
Nov 23, 2025
It is with sad and heavy hearts that we announce, Virginia Ortega, 82, of Las Cruces, New Mexico, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on November 23, 2025. Born on March 25, 1943, Virginia lived a life defined by love, generosity, and an unwavering devotion to her family and the many children whose lives she touched.
She is preceded...
Harry Alvin Lujan
Nov 22, 2025
Our highly esteemed husband, father, Grandfather, godfather and friend to many, many, many, Harry A. Lujan transitioned from life on our earth to his eternal resting place on Saturday, November 22nd, 2025.
Harry was born and raised at beautiful Taos Pueblo on December 7th, 1937. He always enjoyed sharing that Pearl Harbor Day is on his birthday. He was extremely proud...
Sarah Pacheco Navarro
Nov 19, 2025
Sarah Pacheco Navarro, beloved Mother, Grandmother, Partner, Sister, Aunt, and Friend, passed away surrounded by love. Born and raised in the heart of Las Cruces, Sarah carried her roots proudly and held her family close to her in every chapter of her life. Family was always her first priority—she loved deeply and protected fiercely without hesitation.
She was a devoted mother...
Marie Priscilla Hernandez
Nov 16, 2025
Marie Priscilla Hernandez, 88, passed away peacefully in her sleep in Las Cruces, New Mexico, on November 16, 2025. Her husband died eight days later, on November 23, 2025. She was born in Las Cruces on October 18, 1937, to Nestor Nevarez and Lydia Fitch, both from pioneer Las Cruces families. She grew up on Church Street, near downtown, part...
John Nick Carson Jr.
Nov 16, 2025
Mr. John Nick Carson Jr., passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by loved ones on November 16, 2025. He was 89 years young. He was one of a kind, a man of faith and integrity, generous with his love and kindness, hardworking up until the day he died, pillar of his family and community, no better friend ever lived, he...
Leopoldo "Polo" Lopez
Nov 14, 2025
Leopoldo “Polo” Lopez passed away peacefully in his sleep on November 14, 2025, at his family home in Las Cruces, New Mexico. He was 91 years old.
Leo was born on November 26, 1933, in San Ysidro, New Mexico, to Vicente and Dahlia Lucero Lopez. He was their second son and grew up in a hardworking, close-knit family with three brothers...
Michelle Ann Salas
Nov 13, 2025
Michelle Ann Salas (Chowzie-ManChow-Juicy) passed away on Thursday November 13, 2025, surrounded by her loving family at home.
Michelle was known for her outgoing personality, generosity, a very big heart and whom she made friends with everyone she met. Michelle loved to be the life of the party and loved to dance. She was an avid bingo player and a major...
Frances Marie Pierce
Nov 13, 2025
In Loving Memory of Frances Marie Pierce
1927 – 2025
Frances Marie Pierce, 98, of Las Cruces, New Mexico, passed away peacefully at Heritage Assisted Living on November 13, 2025.
Born in Lodgepole, Nebraska, to Oscar and Selma Humphrey, Frances was one of seven siblings, all now reunited in rest. During her early years she contributed to the war effort by...
Dominga "Minga" Duran Botello
Nov 13, 2025
In Loving Memory of Dominga (Minga) Duran Botello, 97, who passed peacefully in Las Cruces, NM on November 13, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born on June 28,1928 in Loraine, TX to Jose and Paula Duran.
She is survived by her loving husband, Luis Botello of Farmington, NM, where they had resided for many years and her five daughters,...
Victor Barela
Nov 10, 2025
Victor Barela, age 87, of Las Cruces, New Mexico, passed away on November 10, 2025. Born on June 28, 1938, he was a devoted member of St. Genevieve Catholic Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alejandro and Rosalia Barela; his son, Joseph John; and his brothers, Richard (Dickie) Barela and Pat Barela.
Victor is survived by his brother,...
Shirley Ann Franich
Nov 9, 2025
Shirley Ann Franich passed away on November 9th, 2025, at the age of 88. She retired from NMSU after 48 years of service. She loved her job and enjoyed interaction with students.
She lived at Desert Peaks Assisted Living for the past 12 years of her life after a stroke that left her partially paralyzed. She was the bingo champ and...
Cynthia Ann Davis
Nov 4, 2025
Cynthia Davis, 78, of Las Cruces, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on February 14, 1947, in Artesia, New Mexico, to Henry and Evelyn Lamb.
For 53 years, Cynthia made her home in Las Cruces, where she built a life filled with love, laughter, and compassion. Known for her warm...
Evilia Lee
Nov 3, 2025
EVILIA LEE
MARCH 26, 1945 – NOVEMBER 3, 2025
Evilia Lee, 80 years of age, of Las Cruces NM passed away peacefully in her sleep on November 3, 2025. Evilia was born on March 26, 1945 to Maria De Jesus and Neponuseno Hernandez in Madera Chihuahua Mexico. She later met her husband Benito D. Lee of Las Cruces NM. They...
Jacinta "Chinta" Vasquez Valenzuela
Nov 3, 2025
In Loving Memory of
Jacinta “Chinta” Vasquez Valenzuela
May 5, 1922 – November 3, 2025
Our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, and aunt, Jacinta “Chinta” Vasquez Valenzuela, age 103, of Mesquite, New Mexico, entered eternal rest on Monday, November 3, 2025, surrounded by love and family.
Jacinta was born on May 5, 1922, in Carlsbad, New Mexico, to Anastacio and Urbana Vasquez....
David Juan Soto
Nov 2, 2025
“Allow the light and the healing presence of Christ to shine brightly through your lives. In that way, all those who come in contact with you will discover the loving kindness of God.” - St. Pope John Paul II
David Juan Soto, a shining light in our family and community, has been welcomed into God’s heavenly kingdom. We celebrate his life...
Lucia Padilla Stacy
Nov 1, 2025
On November 1st, 2025, our beloved Lucia Padilla Stacy, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and unwavering grace. She was the heart of our family-a woman whose wisdom guided us, whose laughter warmed us, and whose kindness touched everyone fortunate enough to know her.
She lived a life defined by resilience and compassion. Her accomplishments were many,...
Mary Silva
Oct 31, 2025
Mary Silva, "Tutie" as she was fondly known by so many, 84, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2025, in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Born on December 29, 1940, in the same city she called home throughout her life, Mary's journey was one of deep devotion to family and quiet acts of kindness that touched so many.
Mary was preceded in...
Eddie Zuniga
Oct 28, 2025
Born on March 22, 1960, in San Antonio, Texas, EddieZúñiga passed away peacefully on October 28, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
A devoted father, husband, and brother, Eddie is survived by his daughter Desirae Rosenthal and son-in-law Eric; his brothers Elias and Ethan Zúñiga; and his beloved in-laws Guadalupe “Lupe” Gamboa, Eduardo “Edward” Arguello Jr. and his partner Sylvia, and...
Delphina Apodaca Soto
Oct 28, 2025
Delphina Apodaca Soto, 95, of Las Cruces, passed away on October 28, 2025, peacefully in her sleep. Delphina was born on June 28, 1930, to Canuto Apodaca & Josefina Guerra in Mesilla, New Mexico. She met Elias Soto of Las Cruces, and they were married. Elias & Delphina had seven children.
Delphina came from a long line of Mesilla families and...
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