Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Las Cruces, New Mexico & Surrounding Areas
Lonnie Mahres
Jul 10, 2025
Lonnie E Mahres, 77, of Las Cruces, NM passed away at his home, Thursday, July 10, 2025. Lonnie was born in El Paso, TX on October 16, 1947, to Arthur E. Mahres and Ola Faye Mahres (Neely).
He was predeceased by his parents, Arthur (Ed) Mahres and Ola Faye Mahres, Father-in-law and mother-in-law, Nash Godinez and Fiddie Godinez, brother-in-law, Billy Godinez,...
Gail James
Jul 3, 2025
Gail B James, 87
October 12, 1937 - July 3, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we say goodbye to our mom, family member, and friend, Gail B James, who passed away peacefully on July 3, 2025.
She was born in Farmington in 1937, attended Durango High School, attended Ft. Lewis College, then BYU, and later received a degree from NMSU....
Thomas "Bruce" Smith
Jul 2, 2025
Thomas “Bruce” Smith, 81, of Las Cruces, New Mexico, passed away on July 2, 2025, after a long battle with complications from Agent Orange. Bruce was born on August 27, 1943, in Marianna, Florida to Thomas and Matti “Orene” Smith. The family moved to Albuquerque when he was 6 years old so they could pursue missionary work. After Bruce graduated...
Lisa Marie Padilla
Jun 28, 2025
In loving memory of Lisa Marie Padilla, who entered eternal life on June 28, 2025. She was surrounded by her loving family and many of her friends. Lisa was born on June 17, 1986, in Las Cruces New Mexico to Raul and Erlinda Padilla.
Lisa was preceded in death by her father Raul Padilla Sr. and is survived by her mother...
Jose Mata Vallejos
Jun 27, 2025
Joe Mata Vallejos, age 78, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2025, in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Joe was born on May 11, 1947, in Tortugas, New Mexico to his loving parents, Manuelita and Sylviano Vallejos.
Joe spent most of his life in Redlands and San Bernardino, California, where he worked for many years with dedication and pride for the City...
Maisha Grant
Jun 25, 2025
Maisha Wambui Grant was born on September 12, 1995, in Rochester, New York, the only child of Waithera J. Kinuthia (aka Ms. K) and Delvin A. Grant. On June 25, 2025, Maisha was taken from us suddenly, leaving a deep void in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. She is survived by her devoted mother, her father,...
Norbert "Bert" Paul Eich
Jun 25, 2025
Norbert (Bert) Paul Eich passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at Mountainview Regional Medical Center.
Born in Jersey City New Jersey, Bert’s life took him to New Mexico, Arizona, California, back to New Jersey and finally, back to New Mexico in 1990.
After High School and the Navy Bert met and married his wife Jere and were married in a...
Celia Yvonne Torres
Jun 25, 2025
In loving memory of Celia "Sally" Torres who entered eternal life on June 25, 2025. It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved mother, wife, grandmother, teacher and friend. She departed this world, leaving behind countless cherished memories and a legacy of generosity. You were a true gift to so many and you will be...
Maria Macias Mercado
Jun 23, 2025
Maria Macias Mercado was born March 25, 1933 to Felix and Quirina Mercado in Las Cruces, NM. She was Dame Maria Mercado of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem and served as a Communicant to shut-ins within the Las Cruces Catholic diocese. She, Fermin, Felix Jr., and Sofia all retired from White Sands Missile Range in June...
Marion Lee Embrey
Jun 23, 2025
Marion "Lee" Embrey of Las Cruces passed to glory on June 23, 2025. He was 55 yrs old.
Known for his sharp wit and big personality, Lee touched the lives of many through hardship and humor. His handsome look and charm left an impression on everyone he met.
Born in Albuquerque, NM. On Dec. 16, 1969. Lee was the youngest of 4...
Joe Patrick Van Dyke
Jun 22, 2025
Joe Patrick “PJ” Van Dyke, 76, took his own life on June 22, 2025, in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Born to Walter Goble Van Dyke and Novis Kay Pruitt Van Dyke in Clovis, New Mexico on February 28, 1949.
He was the baby of the family, sharing his childhood with his two sisters Rosalind and Vanette. His family moved from Melrose,...
Charles K Rudolph Jr.
Jun 20, 2025
Charles K. Rudolph Jr (Ken) Age 86 of Las Cruces, NM passed away June 20, 2025. He was born in Tarrytown, NY to Charles K. and Margorie F. Rudolph on April 15, 1939. Graduated from Trinity-Pawling Prep School, Pawling NY in 1958 and Hartwick college, Oneonta, NY in 1963 with a B.S Degree in Business Administration after graduation he joined...
Lorna Grantham Harris
Jun 19, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the departure of Lorna Grantham Harris, who, at the seasoned age of 82, embarked on her final adventure on June 19, 2025. After a brief, six-week illness, Lorna gracefully released herself from this earth, surrounded by the comforting presence of her beloved family and her faithful dog, Chase, nestled at her...
John Ray Schutz
Jun 19, 2025
John Ray Schutz, age 78, passed away peacefully and joined the heavenly band on June 19, 2025, in Las Cruces, New Mexico.
Born September 30, 1946 in Eustis, Nebraska, John grew up on the family farm outside of Elwood, Nebraska. He attended Frontier School #43, a one-room schoolhouse, before his family relocated to Colorado where he graduated from Ranum High School....
Larry Eugene Cooper
Jun 18, 2025
Larry Eugene Cooper, our beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather and great-grandfather entered eternal rest in the presence of family in Las Cruces, New Mexico on June 18, 2025 at the age of 82, after a courageous fight with cancer. He was born January 28, 1943 in Kilgore, Texas to Harry Eldridge Cooper and Geraldine Baker Cooper. He was raised in...
Evangelina Balderas de Martinez
Jun 17, 2025
Evangelina Balderas de Martinez Fallecio 17 de Junio de el año 2025 en El Paso Texas. Eva nacio en Nieves Zacatecas el 24 de Diciembre de 1963 hija de Abundio Balderas H. ya fallecido y Hermelina Nuñez. A Eva Le sobreviven su esposo Edson Martinez y su hijo Edson Alejandro Martinez Jr. Su Madre Hermelinda Nuñez, sus hermanos Maria De...
Roberta "Bert" Kaye Gammill
Jun 16, 2025
Roberta “Bert” Kaye Gammill born in Fort Worth, Texas, 86 years old passed away on June 16, 2025 in Las Cruces, New Mexico
Roberta was born in Fort Worth, Texas on July 11, 1938 to Bert and Myrtle Evans. She had a life-long passion for horses, art and reading. She attended North Texas State University and graduated from New Mexico State...
Herbert K. Heger
Jun 13, 2025
Herbert K ”Bert” Heger passed away on June 13, 2025. Bert is survived by his loving wife Thyra Cleek Heger, his brother Edgar Heger of Kalispell, Montana his stepchildren Kelly Ramey of Vancouver, Washington and Will Stakelin of Rainier, Washington. He is also survived by step grandchildren, Holly Lopez of El Paso, Sara Faulkner of Seattle, Connor Stakelin of Lacey,...
James Louis O'Marr
Jun 11, 2025
Our Beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, James L. O’Marr passed quietly away at the age of 91. His laughter and masterful story telling was cherished and will be greatly missed, He loved and was loved, he will forever be our Irish Angel
Services will be at 11:00 am on Monday, June 30, 2025 at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Las Cruces,...
Catherine "Katy" Louise Wamel-Petermeier
Jun 7, 2025
Catherine “Katy” Louise Wamel-Petermeier
Katy was born November 2, 1975 in Las Cruces, New Mexico, and passed away unexpectedly on June 7, 2025, at the young age of 49 at the Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, Arizona. She had been battling cancer for the past year. Her infectious positive attitude, shimmering smile, joyful laughter, and pure kindness towards everyone will definitely be...
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