Obituaries

Jun 11, 2006

Samuel C. "Chuck" Henderson Sr., 80, of Las Cruces, died Sunday, June 11, 2006. He was born September 23, 1925 in Springfield, South Dakota to Samuel J. Henderson and Ethel M. Fox. Chuck was a veteran of the US Navy where he served his country honorably during WW II aboard the ships: USS LSM- 176 and USS SITKA. He also...

Jun 8, 2006

SPC Oliver Manuel Oropeza of Lee's Summit, MO, died on June 8, 2006. He was born November 30, 1983, in Las Cruces, NM, the son of Jesus and Olaya Oropeza. Oliver was a graduated of Milan High School, Milan, Mo. He enlisted in the MO ARNG on Oct 1, 2003. He received his basic Training at Ft. Knox, KY and...

Jun 8, 2006

Jun 7, 2006

Dean Fredrick Harmeson, 63, United States Navy Machinery Repairman Chief Petty Officer, Retired of Las Cruces, died Wednesday June 7, 2006, at La Posada. Known as "Chief" among his friends, his strength and courage is survived by his loving wife Nancy S. Harmeson, and children Ross F. Harmeson of Las Cruces, New Mexico; Deana L. Harmeson Toft and husband Larry...

Jun 6, 2006

Maria Consuelo Gomez-Esparza entered eternal life on June 6, 2006 in Las Cruces, after a valiant battle with numerous medical complications. Maria leaves behind a loving husband, Frank M. Esparza of Los Angeles, CA; four sons, Fred, Richard, Phillip, and Frankie; one daughter, Connie; two sisters, Maria Luz Herrera and Rosie Leon. Also surviving Maria are two brothers, Ray Gomez...

Jun 6, 2006

Jun 1, 2006

Harry J. Krettecos, 82, of Las Cruces died on Thursday June 1, 2006. He was born December 30, 1923 in Altona, PA, to James and Katherine Krettecos. Harry was a veteran of the United States Army Air Corp where he served his country honorably during WW II as a T-4 with the 111ST SIG RADIO INTELLIGNECE CO. While in service...

May 31, 2006

May 31, 2006

Julianita (Julie) Jimenez. Loving mother, sister, grandmother and friend: Julie Jimenez of Las Cruces, entered eternal life Wednesday, May 31, 2006. She was born on September 5th, 1942 in Rincon, New Mexico to Valente and Amalia Jimenez. She fought a long battle with illness before raising her arms to be received by the Lord at San Joaquin Hospital in Bakersfield...

May 30, 2006

Ruth Anne Dawson, 70, of Las Cruces died Tuesday May 30, 2006. She was born July 23, 1935 in Albuquerque, NM to John and Anna Patchell. Ruth Anne had a love for working outdoors in her yard but her passion in life were her grandchildren. She will forever be deeply missed by all her family and friends who knew and...

May 30, 2006

Raymond L. Apodaca (Junior) October 11, 1929- May 30, 2006, passed away at La Posada, Mesilla Valley Hospice. Ray was born in Las Cruces to Raymond and Elisa Apodaca, pioneers of Las Cruces. He graduated from Las Cruces High School and was honored as greatest bulldog of that year. He then entered New Mexico State University on a basketball scholarship...

May 30, 2006

Harry W. Field Jr., 55, left his earthly dwelling to be with his Supreme Commander on Tuesday May 30, 2006 at Mountain View Regional Hospital. Harry was born to Col. Harry W. Field Sr. and Marjorie Ruth Field on February 14, 1951 at Barksdale Air force Base Hospital in Shreveport, Louisiana. Harry served in the United States Army during the...

May 24, 2006

May 24, 2006

May 23, 2006

Lori Barron, 50, beloved daughter, sister, aunt, wife, mother and friend passed away peacefully Tuesday May 23, 2006 in Las Cruces, NM. She was born October 30, 1955 in Payson, Utah to William and Virginia D. Barron. Lori attended Mayfield High School and ENMU-R in Roswell, NM and pursued a rewarding career in nursing. Both in her personal life and...

May 23, 2006

May 22, 2006

Gloria A. Uzueta, 58, of Las Cruces, died Monday May 22, 2006. She was born on September 27, 1947 in Las Cruces to Marcelino and Alicia Archuleta Estrada. Gloria was retired from WSMR after many years of faithful service. She had also been a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church and will be deeply missed by all her family and...

May 22, 2006

Lavada G. Hall, 91, lifelong resident of Las Cruces, died Monday May 22, 2006 at University Terrace Good Samaritan. She was born July 26, 1914 in Aledo, Texas to Thomas and Martha Glass. Mrs. hall will be deeply missed by all her family and friends who knew and loved her. She is survived by her son Tommy Hall and wife...

May 19, 2006

Laura Ross, 85, died Friday, May 19, 2006, at the Village at Northrise. She had been a resident of Las Cruces for the past two years. Laura was born in Flory, Texas on December 13, 1920 to Hezekiah and Pearl Howell whose families were pioneers in Texas, the Howell family having descended from a defender of the Alamo. She graduated...

May 17, 2006

Irma M. Villa-Vasquez, 39, of Las Cruces died Wednesday May 17, 2006. She was born August 9, 1966 in Las Cruces to Benny and Mary Villa. Irma worked for many years in the health care industry where she met and made many friends. She was a loving wife, mother and a big-hearted person who will be deeply missed by all...