Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Las Cruces, New Mexico & Surrounding Areas
Raoul "Sonny" Salcido
Dec 20, 2024
Raoul "Sonny" Grado Salcido, 76, of Las Cruces passed away peacefully on Friday, December 20, 2024, at Three Crosses Hospital in Las Cruces.
Born on December, 14, 1948, in Silver City to Raoul and Margaret Salcido. The oldest of three sons, Raoul was known for taking care of his two younger brothers when they caused mischief or got into schoolyard scuffles...
Kenneth Ray Rust
Dec 18, 2024
It is with heavy heart that I share the peaceful passing of my beloved brother Kenneth Ray Rust (Ken or Kenny as many called him) on December 18, 2024. Born February 23 to Mary Christine McIver (Poland) and John Robert Rust Sr.
Kenneth was not only my brother, but my confidant. Growing up we shared countless memories of him hiding spiders...
Melanie Pool
Dec 18, 2024
In Loving Memory of Melanie Pool
Melanie Pool Born: June 29, 1956, Deming, NM Passed: December 18, 2024, Las Cruces, NM
With heavy hearts but unwavering faith, we announce the passing of Melanie Pool, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, on December 18, 2024. She was 68 years old.
Melanie was born in Deming, New Mexico, on June 29, 1956, to...
Joyce Lorraine Runyon Curry
Dec 17, 2024
Joyce Lorraine Runyon Curry obituary
Joyce breathed her last on December 17, 2024 after 96 wonderful, successful years. She died at home in her favorite chair surrounded by 3 generations of family. She will be dearly missed by her large family and most of all by her husband John C. Curry. She was born Joyce Runyon of Gilbert and Sarah Runyon...
Ruben A. Silva
Dec 15, 2024
LAS CRUCES – RUBEN A. SILVA passed away peacefully on December 15, 2024, surrounded by his loving family and friends. Ruben was born in Las Cruces to Willie V. Silva and Maria Holguin Silva on November 3, 1954. Ruben attended Mayfield High School and worked in various occupations. He was a Green Bay Packers fan. Ruben is survived by two...
Ruben Silva
Dec 15, 2024
RUBEN A. SILVA passed away peacefully on December 15, 2024, surrounded by his loving family and friends. Ruben was born in Las Cruces to Willie V. Silva and Maria Holguin Silva on November 3, 1954. Ruben attended Mayfield High School and worked in various occupations. He was a Green Bay Packers fan. Ruben is survived by two daughters who he...
Joe Baca
Dec 15, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joe Baca, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, who lived an extraordinary life filled with love, adventure, and purpose. Joe passed on December 15 surrounded by his loving family following a courageous battle with kidney cancer.
Born on May 7, 1962, Joe was raised in Southern California and Japan,...
Luis Duran Galaz Jr.
Dec 15, 2024
It is with great sorrow that the family of Luis Galaz Jr announce his passing into eternal life on 15 Dec 2024 at the age of 67 at Mesilla Valley Hospice.
He was born on 17 April 1957 to Luis T. and Consuelo D. Galaz who have both preceded him in death. He was a native and lifelong resident of Las...
John Jensen
Dec 14, 2024
John Jensen, 75 of Las Cruces NM passed away at Mesilla Valley Hospice on December 14,2024 after a short battle with acute myeloid leukemia. He was preceded in death by his parents Ann (Blessent) and Roy Jensen of East Brooklyn, Illinois. John is survived by his wife Marilyn, son Christopher, daughter-in-law Nina, granddaughter Keira, brother James, sister-in-law Devereaux, niece Corinne,...
Tobias Alfonso Ramos
Dec 12, 2024
“With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Mr. Tobias Ramos, who left this world on December 12, 2024. Born on September 26, 1969, Tobias lived a life full of love, achievements, and unforgettable memories. Tobias was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He leaves behind an incredible legacy and enduring love within his family - his beloved wife,...
Mary Santisteven
Dec 11, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Mary Lucia Santistevan 92, of Las Cruces, New Mexico at her residence on December 11, 2024. Mary lived in Las Cruces, New Mexico for 57 years.
She was born on November 22, 1932, in Center, Colorado to Refugio Torres and Magdalena Trujillo.
She enjoyed watching her family come together and a...
Dianne Shinholser
Dec 10, 2024
Dianne P Shinholser breathed her last on December 10, 2024 in Las Cruces NM at the age of 91. Born September 2, 1933 in Denver Colorado to Raymond and Esther Phillips. Dianne experienced tragedy at the age of 3 when her father died in a mining accident. Her mother remarried and she had two brothers, James and Jerry Spray. She...
Lucille Wolf
Dec 6, 2024
Lola Lucille Wolf, (Lucille), went home to our Lord Jesus Christ, at the age of 93. Lucille passed away peacefully Friday December 6th 2024 with her family by her side. Lucille spent her last days at the Heritage Assisted Living. Lucille was born in Roswell, NM oldest child of William (Willy) and Pearl (Blanscet) Dean, July 26th, 1931. Her siblings...
Claudene Lois Wertzberger
Dec 6, 2024
Claudene Lois Wertzberger, born on June 13, 1938, in Joliet, IL, passed away on December 6, 2024, in Las Cruces, NM. She built a fulfilling career as an Assistant Vice President at First National Bank, where she was known for her dedication and strong work ethic.Claudene leaves behind a large and loving family, including her daughters Deborah Cunningham, Brenda Tegmeyer,...
Annelise Espinoza
Dec 2, 2024
Annelise B. Espinoza, also known to friends and family as Anne, was 71 at the time of her passing in Las Cruces, New Mexico. She passed away on Monday, December 2, 2024, which was also her Wedding Anniversary. If she had not been preceded in death by her husband, Edward E. Espinoza, they would have celebrated their 52nd Anniversary on...
Dennis Michael Duncan
Dec 2, 2024
Dennis Michael Duncan passed away on December 2, 2024 of aggressive, fast-moving cancer. He was in home hospice surrounded by his wife, Dawn, his dogs, Fergus and Barney, and his friends Rick and Amy Meidinger, as well as the caring team from Mesilla Valley Hospice.
Dennis was born on February 17, 1949 to John R. and Emma Mills Duncan in Yankton,...
John Davies Phillips Jr.
Nov 24, 2024
John Davies Phillips Jr., 92 years old, passed away peacefully on November 23, 2024 in Scottsdale, Arizona after a brief illness. He is survived by his son, Robert, daughters Jeanne and Janice, eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
John was born in Jersey City, NJ on January 3rd, 1932 and grew up in Detroit, Michigan. His early years were marked by a...
Manuela Molina Smith
Nov 24, 2024
It is with great sadness and broken hearts that we announce the passing of our family matriarch, Manuela Molina Smith. On Sunday, November 24, 2024, she passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by several family members. Manuela was a beloved mother, daughter, sister, aunt, grandmother, great grandmother, and great-great Grandmother. She was 96 years old.
Manuela was born on February...
Vernon Weber
Nov 23, 2024
Vernon Weber was born in February of 1975 and passed away on November 23, 2024. He was preceded in death by his mom, who passed away very early in life. He spoke of her fondly and how much he missed her. Also preceded in his death was his beloved dog, Charley. Charley was a light in his life. Vernon would...
Albert Lawrence Chavez
Nov 21, 2024
Albert (Al) Chavez, 70, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 21, 2024. He is survived by his children: Albert Jr., Michael, and Khristie. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Carol Ann Chavez, his father, Henry Chavez Sr, his brother Hugo Chavez and his brother-in-law Ernesto Sierra.
Al was a devoted grandfather who cherished his time with his grandchildren:...
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