Obituaries

Recent Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Las Cruces, New Mexico & Surrounding Areas

David Juan Soto

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

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

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

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

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...

Patricia Pearl Fenscey Livingston

Patricia Pearl Fenscey Livingston

Oct 27, 2025

Patricia Pearl Fenscey Livingston passed peacefully on October 27th, 2025 at home. She will be missed by her friends and family, including her surviving children, William and Debra, and her sisters, Barbara and Dale.

Born in Windsor, Pennsylvania in 1936 to Allen and Pearl Fenscey, Patricia grew up on a farm, helping to care for her younger brother, Jack. She married...

Ralph Gonzales

Ralph Gonzales

Oct 27, 2025

In Loving Memory of Ralph B. Gonzales

Born March 5, 1941 - Passed into Eternal Life on October 27, 2025

        It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ralph B. Gonzales on October 27, 2025, at the age of 84, surrounded by family as he entered eternal rest. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather,...

William Vaughan Robinson

William Vaughan Robinson

Oct 27, 2025

December 25, 1944 – October 27, 2025

      William Vaughan Robinson was born on Christmas Day, December 25, 1944, in Snyder, Texas, to Joseph Vaughan and Opal Irene Cox Robinson, both of whom preceded him in death.

William is survived by his son, Joseph Lee Robinson of San Angelo, TX; four stepsons, Rick Stoes of Las Cruces, NM, Jim Stoes...

Willard Theodore Wolfe

Willard Theodore Wolfe

Oct 25, 2025

In Loving Memory of Willard Theodore Wolfe

June 24, 1944 – October 25, 2025

With profound love and gratitude, the family of Willard Theodore Wolfe celebrates the life of a remarkable man whose strength, faith, and gentle humor touched every life around him.

Willard was born on June 24, 1944, the youngest of four boys and the sixth of eight children. He grew...

Michial Thomas McGinnis

Michial Thomas McGinnis

Oct 24, 2025

Michial Thomas McGinnis passed away on October 24th, 2025, in Las Cruces, New Mexico.

Michial was born in Trenton, Michigan on March 20th, 1969, to John Howard and Linda Sue McGinnis (née Bedo), and was raised in River Rouge. He married Robin Sue McGinnis (née Blackston) in Taylor, Michigan on June 20th, 1995. He was a veteran of the United States...

Terry Boulware

Terry Boulware

Oct 22, 2025

With hearts shattered yet full of love, we share the passing of our beloved, Dr. Terry Boulware, who was called home to our Heavenly Father. Dr. Terry Boulware, a distinguished interventional cardiologist whose steady hands and boundless compassion saved countless lives, passed away peacefully on October 22nd, 2025, surrounded by his family.

Born in St. Louis, MO, on February 26th, 1953,...

Dencil "Pete" Gillis

Dencil "Pete" Gillis

Oct 21, 2025

Dencil “Pete” Gillis, 91, of Arrey, New Mexico passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. Born on January 29, 1934, in Timbo, Arkansas, to William Arthur Gillis and Iva Katheryn Perry. Pete loved his Savior, his family, farming, hunting, fishing and playing his guitar.

Pete was married to Mary Ellen Riggs on June 4, 1954, at the Pentecostal...

Karl Matthew Martinez

Karl Matthew Martinez

Oct 19, 2025

Karl Matthew Martinez passed away peacefully on October 19, after battling a brief illness. He was surrounded by family and friends as he crossed over to join his beloved brother Daniel. Karl was born on October 6, 1958, to Mary Lee and Jesse Martinez. 

He is survived by his parents Jesse and Mary Lee Martinez, sister Patricia Hoover (Gary Hoover), sister...

Mary Frances Roark

Mary Frances Roark

Oct 18, 2025

Mary Frances Roark, age 94, passed away October 18, 2025 in Katy, Texas. A long-time resident of Las Cruces, NM, she moved to Katy in 2012 to be closer to family. She was born in Las Cruces to Leander J and Lucille M. Vercher on September 4, 1931. Mary was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Paul...

Gerald Alan Eberwein

Gerald Alan Eberwein

Oct 17, 2025

Gerald Alan Eberwein was born in Rochester, New York on December 10, 1934, to Hazel (née Burgess) and Albert Eberwein. After his mother remarried Peter Nudo, Jerry remained their only child.

Known for his sharp wit, Jerry often found that his sense of humor both landed him in predicaments and helped him get out of them during his younger years. While...

Robert Lee Bradshaw

Robert Lee Bradshaw

Oct 15, 2025

Robert Lee Bradshaw

     November 18, 1955 – October 15, 2025,



         It is with profound love and sorrow that we share the passing of Robert Lee Bradshaw, a devoted husband, father, and friend, who left this world peacefully on October 15, 2025, at Mesilla Valley Hospice. Born on November 18, 1955, Robert lived a life marked by...

Jon Barksdale

Jon Barksdale

Oct 15, 2025

Jon Nathan Barksdale 

June14, 1942 – October 15, 2025

Jon Nathan Barksdale, 83, of Hatch, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2025. Born in Morenci, Arizona, Jon was a fourth-generation member of the Hatch Valley community and carried deep pride for his roots, his family, and his country.

Jon served his nation with honor and integrity, retiring from the United States...

Luis Morales

Luis Morales

Oct 15, 2025

Luis Morales passed unexpectedly on October 14, 2025, after a short illness with his loved ones by his bedside. Luis was born on August 15, 1937, to Jesus and Maria Morales in Brazito NM.

Luis was married to his beloved wife Gloria for 67 years, they have 3 children, 3 grandchildren and an extended family that included step grandchildren and great...

Gloria Melendrez

Gloria Melendrez

Oct 14, 2025

Gloria Jean Melendrez, age 78, of Las Cruces, New Mexico, passed away on October 14, 2025. Gloria was born in Las Cruces, NM on March 1,1947 to Joe and Rosela Romero.

She is survived by her husband Eddie Melendrez; her children John Melendrez, Kenneth Melendrez, Kevin Melendrez (Regina), and Katherine Mackmiller (William); and five grandchildren Miranda Melendrez, Emily Melendrez, Nathaniel Melendrez,...