Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Las Cruces, New Mexico & Surrounding Areas
Darla Jolene Jenkins
Mar 19, 2026
Darla was born on March 26th, 1965 to Anson and Eleanor Dossett - third child in a family of four. The Dossett family lived in the country, and grew up with Country values. Darla was active in the local 4H club, where she loved learning home-making skills such as sewing, cooking, baking, and working with livestock. The Dossett's were active...
Fernando Ricardo "Richard" Melendez
Mar 15, 2026
Fernando Ricardo Melendez — known lovingly to all as Richard — passed away peacefully in his sleep on March 15, 2026, after a courageous five-year journey with dementia. He was 80 years old.
Born and raised in El Paso, Texas, Richard built a life defined by service, loyalty, and an unwavering devotion to family and community. He attended New Mexico State...
Larry Merlin Crail
Mar 13, 2026
Larry M. Crail died peacefully on March 13, 2026, in Las Cruces, New Mexico at the age of 85 with his loving wife at his side.
Larry was born on June 19, 1940, in Kokomo, Indiana to parents Clyde M. Crail and Neoshia M. Ball. He is preceded in death by his parents and his brothers, Max Tidler, Victor Gary Holt,...
Darlene Salas Morales
Mar 11, 2026
Darlene C. Salas, age 65, of Las Cruces, New Mexico, passed into eternal life on March 11, 2026.
Darlene was preceded in death by her father, Ralph Salas Sr.; her mother, Elvira C. Salas; and her brothers, Henry Salas and Ralph C. Salas Jr.
She is survived by her loving husband, John Morales; her daughter, Ashley Salas; her cherished granddaughter, Laila; and...
Patricia Elaine Roderick
Mar 11, 2026
The birds seemed to “gossip” a little louder when she was near, as if they knew she was listening, and the sound of bagpipes brought her to tears. Patricia Elaine Roderick, “Trish”, passed away peacefully at her home in Las Cruces, New Mexico, on March 11, 2026, with the Organ Mountains quietly watching over her.
Trish was born on November 2,...
Terrell Wayne Gresham
Mar 11, 2026
Terrell Wayne Gresham entered eternal life on March 11, 2026. “Mr. three days older than dirt” Age 78. Terrell was born in Winters Texas and graduated from Plainview High. He worked for Coca-Cola then moved to Douglas Arizona working as a bowling mechanic while perfecting his bowling skills. He then met the love of his life Jeanette Floyd in 1976...
Daniel Lucas Neal
Mar 10, 2026
Daniel Lucas Neal
Sunrise February 9, 1989
Sunset March 10, 2026
Daniel Lucas Neal was a man of profound kindness, quick wit, and an immense heart. Through laughter, love, and the meals and moments he shared with others, he made the world a warmer, more flavorful, and much brighter place for everyone fortunate enough to know him.
To Daniel, cooking was more than a...
Sherry Lindsey
Mar 7, 2026
Sherry Lindsey was born on September 10, 1946, in Honolulu, Hawaii, to Ruby and Reginald Lindsey. She was raised in both Montana and West Texas alongside her siblings, Billie and Troy Lindsey.
Sherry graduated from Cotton Center High School and went on to attend Baylor University and Texas Tech University, where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Education. She devoted 40...
Maria Fuchs Cox
Mar 6, 2026
Maria F Cox, 93, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026 in Tularosa, New Mexico. She was born February 1, 1933, in Neidernsill, Austria and married her beloved husband of 70 years, James Cox in Salfelden, Austria. Maria later made her home in the USA, living in Bisbee, Arizona and then El Paso, Texas for over 50 years, and also...
Ray Avelar
Mar 5, 2026
Ray Avelar, a loving father, devoted husband, and hardworking soul, passed away on March 5, 2026, at the age of 67.
Born on August 25, 1958, in Las Cruces, Ray lived a life defined by kindness, dedication, and a generous heart. Family, friends, and all who met him knew him as someone who worked tirelessly for the people he loved and...
Joe Mata Martinez
Mar 5, 2026
Joe Mata Martínez went to be with his Lord and savior, Jesus Christ, on Thursday, March 5th, 2026 in Peoria, AZ. He was surrounded by his 3 children, little sister, her husband, and the hosts of heaven waiting to usher him home.
Joe was born on May 16, 1954 to José and Estefana Martínez in Juárez, México. He was the oldest...
Sharon Louise Bond
Mar 5, 2026
Sharon was born on November 18, 1945 in Lima ,Ohio to parents Robert and Elinor Mummaw. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband Martin Bond. Sharon is survived by her sister Tana Lee Hiltz (Severo), nephew Shawn Hiltz (Sylvia), niece Sydney Calloway, sister-in-law Barbara Rapalee, and many cousins and friends. Sharon was a registered nurse for 45...
Sandra Kaye Daniel
Mar 3, 2026
Sandra Kaye Daniel, born July 5, 1944, on her family’s farm in DeKalb, Texas, was the beloved daughter of Archie and Rachel Robinson Daniel. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brothers, Archie Daniel and James Daniel. She is survived by her sister, Patricia Warner, along with five nieces and one nephew, all of whom cherished her...
Loren Wagner
Mar 2, 2026
Lieutenant
Loren E. Wagner
Detroit Police Department, Retired
March 21, 1947 - March 2, 2026
Loren Elias Wagner, age 78 years, formerly of Detroit, Michigan; husband, brother, uncle, career sworn Police Officer, traveler, and lifelong student died on March 2, 2026 at his home in Las Cruces, New Mexico unexpectedly, but of natural causes. His family is grateful for the efforts of the first...
Irene Arvizu Hernandez
Mar 2, 2026
It is with a heavy heart that our sister, Irene Arvizu Hernandez, 89, passed away in the early morning hours of Monday, March 2, 2026. She was the daughter of David D. Hernandez and Margarita “Mage” Arvizu Hernandez.
Irene had several talents and led a full life enjoying sewing, crocheting, knitting and singing. Yes, she loved singing. She sang with Johnny...
Gary Gum
Feb 28, 2026
E. Gary Gum was born on April 10, 1957, at Carbondale Memorial Hospital in Carbondale, Illinois to Earl G. and Carol L. (McCracken) Gum. He grew up on the family farm near Tamalco, Illinois. He graduated from Mulberry Grove High School in Mulberry Grove, Illinois in 1975. While in school, he was active in basketball, baseball, track, science club and...
Wilma Ann Marshall Parker
Feb 27, 2026
Wilma Ann Marshall Parker, age 88, passed away peacefully, on February 27, 2026. Leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, creativity, and devotion to her family and community.
Wilma was born on April 11, 1937, in Wilmington, Ohio, to Virginia Marshall and William P. Marshall. She grew up alongside her brother, William Marshall, and graduated from Wilmington High School in May...
Ronald Glenn Knight
Feb 26, 2026
Ronald Glenn Knight, 71, of Las Cruces, New Mexico, passed away on February 26, 2026. Known to his family and friends as Duke. Duke was born on November 13, 1964, in Leavenworth, Kansas. He is preceded in death by his parents Glenn and Lois Knight and Sara’s daughter Dyana Pirtle. Duke is survived by his wife Sara. Sara’s sons Charles...
Dr. Carol L Walker
Feb 25, 2026
Dr. Carol L. Walker died peacefully at home in Las Cruces, NM on February 25, 2026, at the age of 90, surrounded by her family. Carol is survived by her children Diana Landry and partner Shane Bender, David Walker, Dan Walker, Elaine Walker and her husband Bruce Olberding; grandchildren Chanel Landry, Michelle Walker, and Alice Walker; one sister Lynn Wallace;...
Benjamin Stephen Espinoza
Feb 22, 2026
Ben Espinoza, 68, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2026, at UNM Hospital in Albuquerque, following what could be described as “a long journey in a short amount of time” due to complications from Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS).
Throughout his life, Ben was known as Benjamin, Benjie, Stephen, and Stevie — but more importantly, he was known by all who met him...
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