Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Las Cruces, New Mexico & Surrounding Areas
Kristin Crawford Freilino
Jan 8, 2026
Kristin Crawford Freilino of Las Cruces, New Mexico died January 8th, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Apollo, PA to Edgar and Genevieve Dice Crawford. She grew up in Weinel’s Crossroads, PA, graduated from Leechburg High School in 1958 where she was the head majorette. After high school, she attended Business Training College in Pittsburgh. She...
Harold Erwin Clark Jr.
Jan 6, 2026
Harold Erwin Clark Jr., 87, of Caballo/Las Cruces, New Mexico, passed away on January 6, 2026.Harold was born on February 28, 1938, in El Paso, Texas, to the parents of Hazel and Harold Clark SR. He would have celebrated his 88th birthday this year. He graduated from Weed High School and married his high school sweetheart, Elizabeth “Betty” Clark. Together,...
Luke Andrew Gilpin
Jan 6, 2026
Luke Andrew Gilpin was born on May 5, 1960, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and passed away peacefully on January 5, 2026 surrounded by his family in the comfort of his home.
Luke was the son of Patrick Gilpin and Roseann Pacey, and the devoted husband of Susan Gilpin, with whom he shared 42 years of marriage. Together, they built a life rooted...
Barbara Joyce Bean
Jan 5, 2026
Barbara Joyce Bean
Barbara, born June 27, 1954, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2026 in Las Cruces, New Mexico where she lived for the last 25 years.
Predeceased by parents Sam and Alice Bea Bean, she is survived by her four siblings, Marguerite, Linda, Merrill and Sammy.
Barbara taught elementary education in Las Cruces, most recently kindergarten at East Picacho Elementary School,...
Bobby Hernandez Jr.
Jan 5, 2026
Bobby Hernandez Jr., born on October 19, 1971, in a family that cherished the joy of life, passed away on January 5, 2026. He was a loving son, devoted father, and proud grandfather whose vibrant spirit touched everyone around him. Bobby dedicated his life to his work and his family. As the owner of Hernandez Construction, he not only showcased...
Iva Loo Haddad
Jan 2, 2026
The family of Iva Loo Haddad of Las Cruces, NM, is saddened to announce her passing on January 2, 2026, following complications from an ongoing illness. We are blessed to have had her with us for 95 years.
Iva Loo Haddad (Kendall, Wright) was born in Swan Lake, Idaho on February 17, 1930, to Wilford and Evelyn Glover Kendall. Iva Loo...
Frank Louis Harmon
Jan 2, 2026
Frank Louis Harmon, of Las Cruces, NM passed away January 2,2026 at the age of 55. Frank was born on November 23, 1970, to Harold and Joyce Holland Harmon.
Frank is survived by his loving mother, Joyce Harmon, his sisters Katy (Jed) Duggan of Rio Rancho, NM, Janet (Dan) Sanchez of Las Cruces, NM; and his brother Tony (Sally) Harmon of...
Alfredo "Archie" F. Rivera
Dec 30, 2025
Alfredo “Archie” F. Rivera, age 73, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2025, in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Known to many simply as Archie, he was a devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend whose presence brought warmth, laughter, and comfort wherever he went.
Born on November 14, 1952, in Las Cruces, New Mexico, Archie grew up surrounded by family...
Stephen Russell Luke
Dec 27, 2025
Stephen Russell Luke 79, passed away peacefully at his home on the morning of Dec 27th, 2025, in Las Cruces, NM. Stephen grew up in Palo Alto, CA. Son to Lyle and Roberta Luke. The middle of three siblings with Patricia, the oldest by a couple years, and Robert a younger brother by only one year.
Stephen was a living legend...
Emma Erlinda Chavez
2025
In Loving Memory of Emma Erlinda Chavez
Emma Erlinda Chavez passed away surrounded by the love of her family, leaving behind a legacy of faith, strength, and devotion that will continue to guide those who knew her. Emma was a woman deeply rooted in her Catholic faith, finding comfort and purpose in prayer, service, and trust in God. Her...
Esther Lucille Hardin
Dec 25, 2025
It is with personal sorrow that we announce the passing of Esther Lucille Arnall Hardin, who graduated this life and entered the Church Triumphant on December 25, 2025, at the age of 96. Born in Artesia, New Mexico, Lucille spent most of her adult life in Las Cruces and in the Fort Worth, Texas area. She delighted in returning "home"...
Elmo Eugene Roach
Dec 25, 2025
Elmo Eugene “Joe” Roach, age 87, passed away on December 25, 2025 in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Joe was born on July 11, 1938 in Dayton, Ohio to Nina Josephine Roach (nee Vitale) and Elmo Vernon Roach.
Joe was a scholar, a teacher, a traveler and a family man. He lived a life marked by an insatiable curiosity about the world...
Paul R. Miller
Dec 24, 2025
On Christmas Eve in Las Cruces, after the final carols were sung and the candles extinguished at Peace Lutheran Church, the Rev. Paul R. Miller — a 95-year-old Presbyterian minister, avid reader, and public advocate for human rights and dignity — slipped quietly into the mystery that had shaped both his preaching and his thinking.
Earlier that evening, his granddaughter Georgia...
Donald L. Niewold
Dec 24, 2025
Donald LeRoy Niewold DDS, 94, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025, in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Don, affectionately known as “Gramps” and “El Doctor” by his family and friends, lived a large life filled with adventure.
Services will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2025 at 10 a.m. at Getz Funeral Home in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Don will be...
Karolyn Kay "Koke" Anderson
Dec 23, 2025
Karolyn Kay “Koke” Anderson
Karolyn Kay “Koke” Anderson, age 91, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2025, in Las Cruces, NM. Koke was born in Ogden, Iowa, on October 15, 1934, to Frances and Freida (Appenzeller) Ballentine. She was raised on the family farm with her sister, Marilyn, and graduated from Jordan High School, where she received a nursing scholarship. She...
Rodney "Rod" and Frances "Fran" Pierce
Dec 23, 2025
Rodney “Rod” Alan Pierce and Frances “Fran” Denise (Dearing) Pierce, loving parents, have both passed away here in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Rod was born in Dallas, Texas, on January 4, 1950, and passed away on Tuesday, December 23, 2025. Fran was born in Toledo, Ohio, on October 20, 1949, and passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. Rod passed...
Antonio Perez
Dec 21, 2025
Antonio Perez nació en Fresnillo, Zacatecas, México el 11 de mayo de 1942 y entro al reino de nuestro Señor el día 21 de diciembre del 2025 en Las Cruces, Nuevo México. Siendo sus padres el Sr. Manuel Perez y la Sra. Juana Félix. Antonio se unió en matrimonio con su esposa Anastacia Carrillo en 1965 en Calera de Víctor...
Robert Gene Lofgren
Dec 20, 2025
Robert Gene Lofgren was called home on December 20, 2025, after a long decline with Alzheimer’s disease. Born on February 18, 1932, in Aitkin, Minnesota, to William Eric Lofgren and Olga Augusta Paulson, he was the seventh of nine children.
After High School he joined the Navy in 1950. He took pride that he served his country and was he stationed...
Albert "Al" Lonnie Lambeth
Dec 20, 2025
Albert “Al” Lonnie Lambeth, 85, of Las Cruces, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2025, with loved ones by his side. Born on January 4, 1940, in Edgewood, New Mexico, Albert lived a full and dedicated life marked by service, hard work, and an unwavering love for family and community.
A proud veteran, Albert served in the U.S. Navy...
Anthony Herrera Ramirez
Dec 20, 2025
Anthony H “Tony” Ramirez, 71, of Las Cruces, New Mexico, passed away on December 20, 2025.
Tony spent many years working in construction, where he was known for his strong work ethic and dedication. He later enjoyed a well-earned retirement from the Las Cruces Public Schools, a chapter of life he truly embraced.
Above all else, Tony’s greatest joy was his family—especially...
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