Obituaries

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...

May 27, 2009

May 25, 2009

May 24, 2009

Andrew "Andy" G. Armendariz, 54, of Las Cruces, NM passed away Sunday, May 24, 2009 at Mountain View Regional Medical Center. He was born July 17, 1954 in Deming, NM to Victor and Jean Armendariz. He was a Building and Bridges Foreman with the Union Pacific Railroad, a member of the Catholic Church, dedicated father, husband, family man, friend, and...

May 21, 2009

May 21, 2009

May 20, 2009

Virginia Estell Holstein, 99, passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2009. Virginia (Ginny) was born July 2, 1909 to Oteal and Robert Thornton in Orchard, West Virginia. At the age of 16 she left home to finish her high school education and then completed nursing school at Kanawha Valley Hospital, Charleston, W. V. She earned her high school diploma as...

May 18, 2009

Richard W. Nolan, 58, of Las Cruces, passed away Monday, May 18, 2009 at the family home. Richie as he was fondly known was born May 21, 1950 in Brooklyn, New York. He was a retired Fire Fighter after many years of faithful service from New York City. After retirement he relocated to the southwest. He was an amateur astronomer...

May 17, 2009

Amy M. Fuller, 79 of Las Cruces, NM died at home Sunday, May 17, 2009 surrounded by her family. Amy was born April 11, 1930 in Flint, Michigan to Robert and Elida Phelps. She was a homemaker and a resident of Las Cruces since 1968 coming from Flint, Michigan. She was a member of Tops NM #55 for over 20...