Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Las Cruces, New Mexico & Surrounding Areas
George C. Gray
Jan 26, 2019
George C. Gray passed away on January 26, 2019 (age 90) at La Posada Hospice. He was born in Albuquerque on November 28, 1928 to Bernie R and Martha Lewis Gray. George is survived by his wife of 70 years Lucy and his three sons - George L (Pat) and Bernie Ted of Las Cruces and Don (Beth) of Eagle,...
Ray B. Luchini
Jan 25, 2019
On Friday, January 25, 2019, past County Commissioner Reynold B. Luchini (Ray) went to be with his heavenly father surrounded by his family. Ray was born to Santiago and Dora Luchini on September 25, 1923. He attended elementary School through 8th grade in Derry and Hatch, NM, and graduated from Hot Springs High School in T or C, NM in...
Lonetta June Denney
Jan 23, 2019
Lonetta June Denney, passed on January 23, 2019 at the age of 86. She was born on December 19, 1932 in Farwell, Texas to Lee and Ella Thompson. Lonetta attended school in Bovina, Texas graduating as salutatorian in 1951. On June 24, 1951, Lonetta married James Willie Denney, together they had their two children, Jerry and Janet. She is survived...
William Carter Mcwhorter
Jan 22, 2019
Mr. William "Will" McWhorter, 84, of Las Cruces, NM passed away on January 22, 2019 at his home. His body has been donated to Anatomy Gifts Registry in Hanover, Maryland to advance medical research and education. A memorial service will be held at 10 AM on Friday, February 1st, at First Baptist Church, 106 S. Miranda St., in Las Cruces,...
Robert Charles Ordish
Jan 22, 2019
It is with great sadness that the family of Robert Charles "R.C." Ordish II announce his sudden passing on January 22, 2019 at the age of 45. R.C. was born in Sheridan, Montana on March 23,1973, to Robert Gary and Patty Ordish. A graduate of New Mexico State University with a degree in Professional Golf Management, R.C. loved the game...
Susan Riedel
Jan 21, 2019
Susan M. Riedel, age 60, passed away on Monday, January 21, 2019. Susan was born November 1, 1958 in Cincinnati, Ohio to the late David and Mildred (Mynhier) McHugh. Also preceding her in death was her loving husband Kevin Thomas Riedel. Susan received her bachelor's degree from the University of Cincinnati and later went on to earn a Juris Doctorate...
Clara A. Lindemann
Jan 18, 2019
Clara Ann Lindemann of Las Cruces passed away on Friday, January 18, 2019 at age 70. Her daughter Kate, husband William (Bill) and pastor Heike Miller were at her side. Clara was born in Mt. Holly, New Jersey on November 15, 1948 to Francis and Mary Hartmann and spent her childhood near Medford, New Jersey. She graduated from Lenape Regional...
James Wendell Sparrow
Jan 18, 2019
James W Sparrow (Jim) passed away on Friday, January 18, 2019 at the age of 84. He was born in Mantorville, Minnesota on May 08,1934 to Wendel C and Mame Sparrow. Jim is survived by his two children- Tom Sparrow of Artesia, NM and Heather Prince (Russell) of Las Cruces, NM ; Grandchildren- Lindsay Orosco (Anthony), Alyssa Nunez (Guillermo), and...
Ara Lou Myers
Jan 18, 2019
Ara Lou Myers Ara Lou Myers, beloved wife and loving mother, peacefully passed on January 18, 2019. Ara was born on September 15, 1929 to John Harvey and Laurice Morris in Malvern, Arkansas. As a devoted wife of a career Chief Petty Officer, Ara was a faithful home maker through multiple shore and sea duty naval assignments. When the family...
Nancy Watson
Jan 11, 2019
Nancy Lightfoot Watson, age 90, passed away January 11, 2019 at Mountain View Regional Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM. She was born to Victor F. and Dimple M. Lightfoot in Durant, Oklahoma June 14, 1928. She graduated from Tishomingo High School in 1945 and attended Murray State College in Tishomingo, Oklahoma where she met and married Clarence Watson. They...
Shirley J. Soules
Jan 11, 2019
Shirley J. Soules Born August 6, 1935 Died January 11, 2019 Shirley Soules, known as Shirl to her friends and family, was born Shirley Jeanette Anderson, in Denver, Colorado. Before Leaving Denver, Shirl worked in the historic Gano Downs Department Store and loved to ski down Berthoud Pass. Shirl and a friend left Denver on a lark, headed for parts...
Dolores Telles
Jan 10, 2019
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our dear beloved mother, Dolores Gonzales Telles, age 90. Mom was born June 22, 1928 in Whittier, California, Los Angeles County to Celestina Fierro and Santiago T. Gonzales. She later moved with her family to the Mesilla Valley, Las Cruces, New Mexico. Mom attended elementary school and then stayed in...
James William Womack
Jan 10, 2019
James William Womack James William Womack passed away peacefully at home January 10, 2019, the day of his 59th wedding anniversary, surrounded by family and close friends. Jim is survived by his loving wife, Valerie, and his children, Deborah Baldwin and husband Rick, Lisa Womack, and James Womack and wife Robin; his grandchildren, Justin Baldwin and wife Sarah, Chase Baldwin,...
Randolph Samuel 'Randy' Nix
Jan 9, 2019
Randolph (Randy) Samuel Nix, age 60, left us on Wednesday, January 9, 2019. He was born on October 2, 1958 in El Paso, Texas, to Eugene and Bettye (Hare) Nix. He was raised on the Corralitos Ranch, west of Las Cruces, where he learned to be a cowboy, speak Spanish and cook amazing food. Randy was a graduate of Las...
Trinidad Patricio ''Pate'' Guilez
Jan 9, 2019
Trinidad Patricio "Pate" Guilez 73, passed away January 9, 2019 surrounded by family. Patricio was an Army Veteran who served in the Vietnam War. He worked for the Village of Tularosa for over 40 years. He was a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, uncle, and friend to all who had the honor of coming in contact with him. He will...
Angel S. Vasquez
Jan 6, 2019
Angel Vasquez 06/01/1938 - 01/06/2019 Our dear beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Angel Vasquez of Las Cruces passed away Sunday, January 6, 2019 at Casa de Oro Center surrounded by his loving family. Angel was born June 1, 1938 to Juvencio and Juliana Vasquez in Berino, New Mexico. He retired from Mesilla Valley Inn as a chef and was...
Mellissa A Davidson
Jan 6, 2019
Mellissa Ann Davidson joined her mother, Jueli, in heaven on January 6, 2019 at 14:00 while holding her husband, James Fullen's, hand. Mellissa was born to Greg Seymour and Jueli D' javonn on November 28, 1973 in Ottawa, Kansas. Mellissa had one brother, Chad Seymour (and wife Linda) of California, two sisters, Sasha Seymour of Kansas, and Suzy Eby of...
Judy Hensley
Jan 6, 2019
Our beloved Nana, sister, and friend went home to her heavenly father on January 6, 2019. She was 65 years old. Judy was born December 11, 1953 in Albuquerque, NM to Fordie and Claudia Hensley. She graduated from Deming High School in 1971. She completed a Bachelor's degree at Western NM University and a Master's degree in Community Health Education...
Ann Klemmer
Jan 5, 2019
Ann S. Klemmer passed away January 5, 2019. She is preceded in death by her husband Kurt and son Lee. She is survived by her daughter Karen, sons; Eric, Kurt, Ron and Bob; 4 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. A burial will be held at 9:45 am on Friday, May 10, 2019 at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements by Getz...
John P Briggs
Jan 3, 2019
John Patrick Briggs, age 76, of Las Cruces, died January 3, 2019, after a brief illness. He was born in Cork, Ireland, on March 15, 1942, the youngest child of John Joseph and Margaret (nee' Courtney) Briggs. "Jack," as he was called by his family of origin, was an outstanding student and athlete, excelling in tennis, rugby, and soccer. After...
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