Obituaries

Sep 4, 2022

Our beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, son, and friend, Ernest Arthur Banegas, Sr was called home on September 3, 2022, and entered eternal life at the age of 61. Ernest was born February 6, 1961, to Ernest Alvarez Banegas, and Bertha Ortega in Las Cruces, NM. After dad graduated from Las Cruces High School in 1979, he went on to...

Sep 3, 2022

Una Vee White, age 87, passed away on September 3, 2022, at La Posada - Mesilla Valley Hospice. Una Vee was born in Aspermont, Texas on October 26, 1934. She is survived by her daughters, Diana Tucker (Rusty deceased) of Las Cruces, Jeanie Schwalm (Myrle) of Las Cruces, Carol Ann Gutierrez (Larry) of Washington; her grandchildren, Carissa Jackson, Emily Segura,...

Sep 1, 2022

Aug 28, 2022

SALVADOR "DON CHAVA" RODRIGUEZ SALOMON, 95, of Mesilla, entered eternal life Sunday, August 28, 2022, at his residence, surrounded by his family and loved ones. He was born on May 21, 1927, in Villa Union, Durango, Mexico, to Maria Salomon Martinez. He was known to many as "Don Chava" and served his life as a farmer in the Mesilla Valley....

Aug 26, 2022

Richard Kirk Asbury passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Friday, August 26, 2022. Richard was born March 3, 1948, in Los Alamos, NM to Russell Asbury and Marjorie Asbury. Richard graduated from NMSU where he met his loving, charismatic wife. They were married for nearly 53 years until her passing in 2020. Richard is...

Aug 25, 2022

Josie Sara Matsuba DiMatteo, 76, peacefully passed away at her home in the presence of her loved ones after a courageous battle with cancer on Thursday, August 25, 2022. Josie was born on January 14, 1946 in Old Picacho Village to Joe A. and Luisa Chavez Lucero Matsuba. She met the love of her life, Joe R. DiMatteo, at Las...

Aug 25, 2022

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and uncle, Francisco H. "Frankie" Calzada. Born in Fort Polk, La to the late Miguel B. and Refugia Calzada on July 16, 1968. Frankie was an avid Cowboys fan and loved visiting and spending time with his family. He is survived by his beloved wife...

Aug 24, 2022

Luis Baeza passed away on August 24, 2022. He peacefully passed surrounded by his family. Luis was born February 9, 1945, in Deming, NM. After completing high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Air force in 1962. He worked as an Aircraft Mechanic and Aircraft Crew assigned to the 1st Air Commando Squadron in Pleiku, Vietnam where he served from...

Aug 21, 2022

Our beloved husband, father, uncle, grandfather, great-grand father and great-great-grandfather Jose Socorro Valenzuela 96, lifelong resident of Mesquite, NM. Entered eternal life to be with his heavenly Father on Sunday, August 21, 2022. "PEPE" as he was fondly known to family and friends was born December 5, 1925, in La Mesa to Prisciliano and Dolores (Mata Valencia) Valenzuela. He attended...

Aug 19, 2022

Ramiro R. Saenz passed away peacefully in his home in Houston, Tx. Our beloved son, father, husband, and Grandpa was born August 2, 1955, in Anthony, NM to Lorenzo and Corina Saenz. He joined the Army in 1979 became an Army Medic and retired in August of 1995. Those left to mourn him include his mother Corina Saenz, his wife...

Aug 18, 2022

An is not available at this time for Tamara Kluge (Neavin). We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Memory Wall. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Tamara Kluge (Neavin), please visit our Heartfelt Sympathies Store.

Aug 17, 2022

Abelino J. Salazar "Abie" of Albuquerque, NM born May 22, 1961 left this world peacefully on August 17, 2022 at the age of 61 years old at his home in Las Cruces, NM. Abie had a rewarding career in construction beginning at the age of 19. He had a big heart and was always there to help anyone in need,...

Aug 17, 2022

An is not available at this time for David Steven Zeemont. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Memory Wall. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of David Steven Zeemont, please visit our Heartfelt Sympathies Store. Service Details. Interment Sunday, August 21, 2022 | When Sunday, August 21, 2022 Location...

Aug 13, 2022

Gloria Blair 78 passed August 13, 2022. A Gathering of family and friends will be held on Thursday August 18, 2022, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm at Getz Funeral Home, 1410 E. Bowman Ave. Las Cruces NM 88001. Please visit www.getzcares.com to sign the local online guest book.

Aug 13, 2022

David Scott Dixon was born July 1, 1947, in Pontiac Michigan, and passed away on August 13, 2022, at the age of 75. His parents were Gertrude Jarvis Dixon and John B. Dixon. David is preceded in death by his parents and his brother Clifford J. Dixon. He is survived by his wife Barbara Carrillo Dixon, son Clifford R. Dixon,...

Aug 13, 2022

Albert Diaz Vizcarra beloved son, brother, and father passed away on August 13, 2022. Al was born February 24, 1945 in Deming, New Mexico. He was raised in Alamogordo, NM by parents Albert and Lita Vizcarra. Al was a long time resident of Las Cruces and a proud graduate of NMSU. His career as a social worker in both Arizona...

Aug 13, 2022

Opal L. Hinsley was born in Hugo, OK on June 24, 1926, to William and Ruby Livingston. She loved life and family. She enjoyed fishing and loved to sew and make quilts. She is survived by two sons: Jerry Hinsley and wife Jean of Las Cruces, NM and Larry Hinsley and wife Cindy of Luna, NM. Three special granddaughters; Traci...

Aug 13, 2022

Walter Kowalski (Walt), a long-time Las Cruces resident and business owner, passed away on August 13, 2022. Walt was born and raised in Connecticut. In his late teens, he joined the US Air Force, developing a passion for electronics and engineering. After his military service, Walt earned a degree in Electrical Engineering and met and married the love of his...

Aug 12, 2022

It is with much sadness that we announce the passing of Virginia Marie Morales (Gina). She entered eternal bliss on August 12th, 2022, at the age of 63 in El Paso, TX. Virginia also known as Gina was born in Albuquerque, NM on August 25, 1958, to Eloy and Jennie Martinez. She attended and graduated from Mayfield High School. Gina...

Aug 11, 2022

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved son, brother, father, grandfather and uncle Fernando (Fernie) Loya on August 11, 2022 at the age of 55. He was born March 9, 1967 in Las Cruces, NM to Arnaldo and Rafaela Loya. Those left to mourn him include his mother Rafaela Loya his children, Vanessa Loya, Deseree...