Obituaries

Jun 21, 2009

Irene S. Gonzalez, 83, of Las Cruces, went to the Lord on Sunday, June 21, 2009. Nea as she was known by her family was born Nov. 8, 1925 in Anton Chico, NM to Jose and Anastacia Gallegos Sandoval. She was a graduate of the New Mexico State School for the Deaf for which she was very proud. Nea enjoyed...

Jun 20, 2009

Francisco Rubalcava, 80 of Las Cruces, New Mexico died Saturday June 20, 2009 at his loving family by his side. He was born in San Pablo, California to Thomas and Guadalupe Rubalcava on April 2, 1929. Francisco enjoyed woodworking making different kinds of furniture for the house and family. He also liked to fish and spending time with his grandchildren....

Jun 19, 2009

Genevieve Mirabal Lucero, born in Las Cruces in 1927, to Reyes and Jesusita Mirabal entered into eternal life on June 19, 2009. She was a homemaker until her children were grown and then was employed at various businesses in Las Cruces. Genevieve was a caretaker of children in her home for over 15 years where she was always stretching their...

Jun 17, 2009

Our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, mother-in-law, sister, tia, friend, Amalia Aragon Rigales, 78, peacefully left this earth surrounded by her loving family at home; she wanted to be at "la casa". She left to join our beloved father, Emilio Sr., where they can now both be with our heavenly father in the big "Casino" in the sky where they can...

Jun 17, 2009

Genevieve J. Widmoyer, 81 of Las Cruces died Wednesday June 17, 2009 at Mesilla Valley Hospice La Posada. She was born on November 7, 1927 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Eugene and Vivian Jonas. Genevieve was an active board member with the Planning, Zoning and Historical Appropriateness Commission of the town of Mesilla, New Mexico. She also helped form the State...

Jun 14, 2009

Johnny O. Romero, of Las Cruces, NM died Sunday, June 14, 2009 at Triumph Health Care Center in El Paso, Texas. He was born December 2, 1946 in Las Cruces, NM to Artemio and Julia Romero. Johnny served his country proudly, retiring from the United States Navy after 24 years of service. He also retired from the United States Postal...

Jun 13, 2009

Mark Edward Nesiba, 45, was received by our Lord and entered eternal life on June 13, 2009. Mark accepted the fulltime job in Heaven to watch over and protect his loving mother, Mrs. JoEllen Bowden; his four beautiful and intelligent daughters; Natasha Nesiba (16), Nicole Nesiba (14), Katrina Nesiba (8), and little Jessica Nesiba (4); his ex-wife of almost 16...

Jun 12, 2009

Ernesto Chavez Prieto, 82 of Mesilla, NM died Friday June 12, 2009. He was born November 26, 1926 in Valle del Rosario Llano de Los Prietos, Chihuahua Mexico to Isabel C. and Guadalupe A Prieto. He married his loving wife of 60 years Elisa B. de Prieto in 1947. Ernesto came to know his Lord and Savior in 1949, he...

Jun 11, 2009

Mary Zertuche Hernandez, 70, of Las Cruces died Thursday, June 11, 2009 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born July 19, 1938 in Rincon, NM to Gabino and Paula Zertuche. A lifelong resident of the Las Cruces area, Mary was a homemaker and a member of the Catholic Church. Mary was extremely proud of her sons. Mary...

Jun 9, 2009

Jun 9, 2009

Jun 5, 2009

Kelly Walter Bryan, 90, of Las Cruces died Friday June 5, 2009. He was born March 12, 1919 in Turlock, Texas to William and Annie Bryan. He was a veteran of the US Army where he served his country honorably during WW II. Kelly was a graduate of Texas University and was a retired engineer after many years of faithful...

Jun 5, 2009

Epimenio M. Ontiveros, 72, of Las Cruces died Friday, June 5, 2009. Eppy as he was fondly known was born Feb. 8, 1937 in Marfa, Texas to Manuel and Isabel Ontiveros. He was a carpenter with Local Union #1245 after many years of faithful service. Eppy never met a stranger and was always willing to help anyone in need. He...

Jun 5, 2009

"Heavenly Father hear our prayer, Guide our Father with tender care, Dear shepherd do not leave him alone, Love him in heaven, as we do at home." Santos G. Guerrero, age 80 of the Mesilla Valley entered into eternal life on Friday, June 5, 2009 at the La Posada, Mesilla Valley Hospice in Las Cruces. Santos was known by others...

Jun 3, 2009

Jun 3, 2009

Wilfred (Bill) Schumacher passed away Wednesday, June 3, 2009. Bill was born to Alex and Katherine Schumacher on June 4, 1923, in Munjor, Kan. He served in the U.S. Navy in the Philippines in World War II. Upon discharge, he married Melba Wright and graduated from New Mexico State University with a degree in economics. He owned and operated University...

Jun 1, 2009

John Clifton Mills, Jr. (fondly known as J.C. and Jake to his family and friends) died June 1, 2009. He was 89 years old and had been in failing health. He was born March 3, 1920 in Colbert, Oklahoma. After being honorably discharged from military service J.C. worked in construction in Oklahoma and was proud to have helped build the...

May 31, 2009

Doris passed from this worldly plane, May 31, 2009. She was born February 12, 1934, she was 75. She was a long time member of the bowling community here in Las Cruces, and was active in many organizations and clubs in the area. Doris is survived by her husband of 55 years, T. Mike Denham, her beloved children, Sandy and...

May 27, 2009

Jane Denise Hall, 77, of Las Cruces, died Wednesday, May 27, 2009. She was born Feb. 4, 1932 in Nebraska to Murray and Lona Smith. She was an avid collector of figurines, a wonderful cook who always shared whatever she cooked, especially sweets with the entire community. Jane had also been a member of the Methodist community all of her...

May 27, 2009

Robert Lee Lancaster, 84, of Las Cruces, died Wednesday, May 27, 2009. He was born Aug. 26, 1924 in Los Angeles, CA to Richard and Bertha Lancaster. Robert was a veteran of the US Army where he served his country honorably during WW II. While in the service of he was awarded the Silver Star, Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Victory...