Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Las Cruces, New Mexico & Surrounding Areas
Nathaniel Matthew Gomez
Feb 19, 2009
Nathaniel Matthew Gomez, mommy and daddy's dearest little boy, opened his eyes to a different world in the presence of his heavenly father on February 19, 2009. He is survived by his mommy and daddy, Samantha and Joseph Gomez; Two older siblings Ashley 9 and Diego 4. Grandparents, Joe and Anna Gomez, (Las Cruces N.M); Missy Ostos, (Las Cruces, NM);...
Edward J. Martin
Feb 19, 2009
Edward James Martin passed into a better life on February 19, 2009 in Las Cruces, New Mexico. He was a loving husband, father, brother, and good friend to many he crossed paths with throughout his life. He was born October 29, 1929 in Mound City, South Dakota to Gottlieb and Rose (Buechler) Martin. He was raised in Moorehead, Minnesota and...
Robert F. Ludovic
Feb 17, 2009
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our father Robert F. Ludovic, preceded in death by his wife Emma Jean Ludovic, son Kurt F. Ludovic, brother Richard Ludovic, sister Esther Ludovic and his parents. He is survived by his daughters Laura and Lorna Ludovic. Born December 11th, 1921, he served honorably in WWII as Captain in the...
Debi True Rounds
Feb 16, 2009
Debi True Rounds was born Sept. 28, 1956 and passed on Feb. 16, 2009. Debi was a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister and friend. Debi was involved in many community organizations throughout her life, amongst them: United Methodist Women, Rotary International, Dona Ana Arts Council, South Plains Antique Tractor Association, Texas Two-Cylinder Club, Methodist Handbell Choir. Debi has touched us...
Emilio Rigales Sr.
Feb 11, 2009
Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, son, brother, father-in-law, uncle, friend, and all around good guy, Emilio Rigales, Sr., 79 left this earth surrounded by his loving family at home, as he wanted. He left to be with our heavenly father in the big "Casino" in the sky where he can play forever, where every machine is guaranteed to...
Maximus Anthony Sanchez
Feb 10, 2009
Maximus Anthony Sanchez, infant son of Antonio Sanchez and Candice Reyes, passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2009. Baby Sanchez will be forever missed by all his family who knew and loved him. Surviving him are his parents of the family home; brothers Gilbert, Joshum and Julian; sister Isabella; great-grandparents Dora Sanchez, Irma Paez, Gilbert Paez and Lissette, Chayo and...
Estefana M. Martinez
Feb 9, 2009
Estefana M. Martinez, 77, of Las Cruces passed away on Monday, Feb. 9, 2009 surrounded by her loving family. She was born Aug. 3, 1931 in Guanacev
Leo T. Clear Sr.
Feb 9, 2009
Leo T. Clear Sr. 86, of Las Cruces, NM died peacefully Monday, February 9, 2009 at La Posada Mesilla Valley Hospice with his loving wife of 64 years Louise Clear, family and friends by his side. Leo was a devoted catholic, a Member of Holy Cross Catholic Church, and a lifetime member of The Knights of Columbus as a 4th...
Estevan L. Torres
Feb 7, 2009
Estevan L. Torres, 75 of Rincon, NM died Saturday, February 7, 2009 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born May 18, 1933 in San Marcial, New Mexico to Estevan and Dolores Torres. Estevan served his country honorably in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. He returned home and retired after 39 years with the Santa...
Isidro Sid Madrid
Feb 5, 2009
ISIDRO "Sid" RAMON MADRID, 70 of Las Cruces, NM died Thursday February 5, 2009 at La Posada Mesilla Valley Hospice. He was born March 9, 1938 in Vaughn, New Mexico to Elena Montoya Madrid and Manuel Madrid, and Isidro Madril and Beatrice Madril, married Jane Aguilar (the love of his life) in 1958. He served his country honorably in the...
Ernestine B. Bashner
Feb 5, 2009
Ernestine "Tini" Barncastle- Bashner, 92, lifelong resident of the Mesilla Valley entered into Eternal Life on Thursday, Feb. 5, 2009 at home surrounded by her family. She was born April 21, 1916 in Las Cruces to Antonio and Inez Alvarez Barncastle. She was part of the Catholic Community and was a retired Credit Manager with J.C. Penny's after many years...
Joseph E. Chavez
Feb 4, 2009
Joe's life began on April 1, 1972. He was a beautiful baby and he grew into a beautiful human being as an adult. Joe's sensitivity and compassion for others was often unsurpassed, yet often misinterpreted by others because of his burliness. He loved working out at the gym. It was partially due to his goodness and caring that the weight...
Jose O. Escamilla
Feb 3, 2009
Jose O. "Compa" Escamilla, 78, a resident of Las Cruces, entered eternal life Feb. 3, 2009. He was born March 22, 1930 in Sombrerete, Zacatecas, Mexico. He moved to El Paso in 1955 and then resident of Las Cruces in 1975. Jose Escamilla was a mechanic for 55 years and worked at several places in town such as the Diagnostic...








