Obituaries

Oct 29, 2026

Las Cruces, NM – Linda Ruth (nee Martin) Walker, 78, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2026, in Las Cruces, New Mexico, surrounded by the love of her family after a short battle with cancer. She was born on December 20, 1947, in Abilene, Texas, to Bernice W. Martin and Gertie F. Martin. She grew up in Texas and graduated...

Oct 27, 2026

Marvin Weinrick Sr., 67, of Las Cruces, New Mexico, passed away on October 27, 2026. He was born on February 13, 1959, in Van Nuys, California, and spent nearly his entire life in Las Cruces.

Marvin was an incredibly hardworking, humble man with the biggest heart. He would give you the shirt off his back, even when he had little to...

Oct 27, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Manuela Juana Vallejos, a cherished mother, daughter, and grandmother, who left us on October 27, 2026, at the age of 88 surrounded by her loved ones. Born on July 22, 1938, in Hot Springs, New Mexico, Manuela lived a life rich with love, family, and countless memories that will...

Oct 22, 2026

Mary Nell Washburn of Las Cruces New Mexico passed away Thursday, October 22nd, 2026 in Las Cruces. She was born April 23rd 1944 to Robert Wellborn and Lorena Patterson Wellborn in Snyder Texas. Mary Nell graduated from Magdalena High School in 1962 and went on to graduate from New Mexico State University in 1970 with a degree in Education. She...

Oct 20, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved

Paubla T Belmontez on October 20, 2026. Born on February 16, 1942, in Las Cruces, New Mexico, Paubla was a beacon of love, kindness, and resilience throughout her life. She was surrounded by her family as she took her final breaths, a testament to the love she...

Oct 15, 2026

Dr. Frank Boutsen, 66, passed away on October 15, 2026, in Las Cruces, New Mexico. He was born on September 22, 1960, in Maaseik, Belgium, the son of Gabriël and Denise Boutsen. A scientist, musician, dancer, and endlessly curious mind, Frank filled every room he entered with energy and warmth. His loss leaves a silence felt by everyone who knew...

Oct 13, 2026

In Loving Memory of Jaime Mata

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jaime Mata, who left us on October 13, 2026, at the age of 50 in Las Cruces, New Mexico.  

Jaime lived a life that was not always easy. He faced struggles and hardships that many may never fully understand, but those struggles never told the whole story...

Oct 13, 2026

Cindy Louise (Altenhofen) Peterson passed away suddenly on October 13th, 2026 at her home in Las Cruces, NM.

Cindy was the fourth of seven children of Keith and Anna Ruth Altenhofen, born in March of 1957. She grew up in and around the town of Newton, Iowa, where she loved to draw and work backstage with her high school drama club....

Oct 12, 2026

In Loving Memory of John R. Hanson

October 3, 1949 – October 12, 2026

John R. Hanson, 77, passed away quietly in his home on Monday, October 12, 2026. Born October 3, 1949, in Las Cruces, New Mexico, to Bill and Evelyn Hanson, John lived a life defined by hard work, curiosity, ingenuity, loyalty, and a deep love for the people and...

Oct 11, 2026

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of a beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend Carlos Favela who entered eternal rest on October 11, 2026. Born November 28, 1971, in El Paso, TX to Father Faustino Favela and Mother Maria De La Luz Favela, Carlos was raised in San Miguel, New Mexico and made his home...

Oct 10, 2026

Karl Schluter

December 26, 1944 October 10, 2026

Karl passed away suddenly at the age of 81 in Las Cruces. His beloved wife Melanie was by his side. Karl was born and raised in Queens New York and moved to Las Cruces after retiring as a New York City elevator mechanic. Karl was a proud Viet Nam Veteran, and a motorcycle and...

Oct 9, 2026

Elbert D. Graves, 92, a longtime resident of Leasburg, New Mexico, passed away peacefully in Las Cruces on October 9th.

Born in Stanton, Texas, on September 10, 1934, Elbert moved with his family to Roswell in 1941, growing up on a 15-acre place west of town. He learned the value of hard work early, spending his childhood summers farm-handing for a...

Oct 9, 2026

Apr. 12, 1947-Oct. 9, 2026

Linda G. (Meinke) Gruner passed away peacefully in her home in Las Cruces, NM after a long battle with cancer. Her family was the center of her world, and she filled their lives with love, laughter, traditions, and countless treasured memories.

Linda found happiness in the simple pleasures of everyday life. She loved cooking for her family...

Oct 2, 2026

Dee Hapgood, a most beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and great-great-grandfather, the Lord peacefully and quietly called him from this temporal earthly home to his glorious eternal Home in heaven on October 2, 2026, at the age of 92. He was born on February 5, 1934, in the small coal mining community of Hanna, Wyoming, where his family had deep...

Oct 2, 2026

Lois Margaret Calvert was born May 19, 1940, in Rockford, Illinois, to Wallace and Clara Calvert. She passed away on October 2, 2026, in Las Cruces, New Mexico.

Lois earned a Bachelor's degree at the University of Wisconsin and a Master's degreein Library Science at the University of Denver, the first steps in a long career in law libraries. She spent...

Sep 29, 2026

Sep 27, 2026

Vincent Boudreau, a longtime resident of Las Cruces, passed away peacefully on September 27, 2026, at the age of 97, surrounded by his family.

Vincent was born in El Paso in 1928 and grew up in Carlsbad. He served in the U.S. Navy, stationed at Treasure Island Naval Station in San Francisco Bay, and graduated from the Navy's electronics school in...

Sep 27, 2026

Apolinar Sanchez passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at the age of 92, surrounded by his loved ones.

Born on July 4, 1934, he lived a long and full life. He spent many years in Los Angeles, California, before eventually moving to Hatch, New Mexico, where he made his home in his later years.

Throughout his life, he experienced both...

Sep 26, 2026

Gregg L. Throneberry, 74, passed away on September 26, 2026, in Las Cruces, NM. He was born in Portales, NM, the son of Patricia and Glyn Throneberry.

He is survived by his loving wife, Angela; son, Glen; daughter-in-law, Kaitlin; and grandson, Cole.

Gregg was preceded in death by his parents.

In keeping with his final wishes, no services will be held. He will...

Sep 26, 2026

Mary Alma Rebecca “Becky” Blain Jackson

Mary Alma Rebecca “Becky” Blain Jackson, age 87, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2026, at her home in Las Cruces, New Mexico. A lifelong resident of Las Cruces, Becky was born on October 10, 1938, to William Blain and Nell May Blain.

Becky was raised in Las Cruces alongside her brothers, Billy Blain and Jesse...