Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Las Cruces, New Mexico & Surrounding Areas
Matthew Kuchinka
Dec 23, 2020
Matthew John Kuchinka, age 96, son of the late Matthew and Mary (Luksa) Kuchinka left his earthly home on Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2020 to be reunited with the love of his life, Goldine "Deane" Kuchinka (Addis), who preceded him in death on January 20, 2005. Matt was born and raised in Bellaire, Ohio on January 18, 1924 but spent most...
Genaro Bueno
Dec 21, 2020
Our beloved Marine Sgt. Genaro S. Bueno ("Jerry") entered eternal life on December 21, 2020. Genaro was born Sept. 13th, 1928 in Silver City, NM. Jerry enrolled in the Marines as soon as he was of age and retired with honors including a Silver Metal. Jerry was also known as ‘The Chef' and learned his culinary skills at a young...
Theodore "Teddy" Carabajal
Dec 21, 2020
Theodore (Teddy) H. Carabajal has gone home to his heavenly Father. Teddy died in his home in San Antonio, Texas on Monday December 21, 2020. He was born July 24, 1971 in Las Cruces, NM to Ramon and Lucy Carabajal. He graduated from Mayfield High before moving to San Antonio. He was preceded in death by his father and grandparents....
Helen Lucero
Dec 21, 2020
Helen G. Lucero, 82 born to Inez and Theresa Giron. Died December 21st, 2020 at her home in Las Cruces surrounded by her family. Helen was a homemaker and loved to go to bingo. She loved to spend time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. We love you. You were a great mom, grandma, and nana. You will be missed...
Robert Truitt
Dec 21, 2020
Robert Harrold Truitt It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Robert Truitt on December 21, 2020. Robert was born on March 30, 1950, in Crane, Texas. He was the son of Norman and Dorothy Truitt. Robert graduated from Artesia High School in 1968 and from NMSU in 1972 and went on to complete his Master's in...
Georgia Stokes
Dec 20, 2020
An is not available at this time for Georgia Stokes (Nance). 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 Georgia Stokes (Nance), please visit our Heartfelt Sympathies Store.
Juanita L. Meehan
Dec 18, 2020
Juanita Louisa "Jennie" Alvidrez Meehan passed away at her home on Friday, December 18, 2020. Her husband Mike and daughter Stacy were at her side. Jennie was born in Brazito, New Mexico in 1944. She proudly called the Mesilla Valley her home for 76 years. She was a caring daughter, incredible mother, loving wife, supportive sister, affectionate grandmother, dedicated employee,...
Catalina Holguin
Dec 16, 2020
Catalina Lucero Holguin (also known as La Guera, Cata, and Russia) is now in the hands of our loving Lord. Catalina was surrounded by her loving family as she entered eternal life on December 15, 2020 at the age of 92. Catalina was born on February 13, 1928 in Mesilla, NM. She was preceded in death by her parents Don...
Justin Clark
Dec 15, 2020
With deepest sorrow we announce that Justin Eric Clark (Jay) age 27 our most beloved son, brother, husband, uncle, family member and friend passed Tuesday December 15th 2020. Justin loved the outdoors, he loved to hunt and fish every chance he got. Boxing was a sport he loved. When he was young his father would coach him, as a family...
Elena Gallegos Lopez
Dec 15, 2020
ELENA G. LOPEZ 1934-2020 ELENA G. LOPEZ, 86, PASSED AWAY TUESDAY DECEMBER 15, 2020 AT MOUNTAIN VIEW REGIONAL HOSPITAL. SHE WAS BORN ON JULY 21, 1934 IN JUAREZ MEXICO TO LAURO GALLEGOS AND AMBROSIA ALMARAZ. OUR FAMILY IS MOURNING THE LOSS OF OUR BELOVED MOTHER, BUT WE KNOW THAT SHE IS AT PEACE AND IS WITH GOD'S EVERLASTING LOVE AND...
Patricia S. Padilla
Dec 13, 2020
Patricia S. Padilla entered eternal life on December 13, 2020. She was born in Santa Rita, NM in April 1945. She died at her home with her loving and devoted husband of 58 years. Her death was sudden and unexpected. However, her family knows that she is now in the loving hands of the Lord. Patricia was a very dedicated...
Vickie Gove
Dec 13, 2020
Once upon a time, in the fairytale family of Charles and Judy Glover, an angel was born. On March 30, 1973-several weeks before she was expected-this precious, premature baby girl drew her first breath. And with it, she breathed new life into Charlie and Judy, instantly creating the family they had been longing for. That angel was Vickie Rae Glover...
Charles Allen Poe
Dec 10, 2020
Charles Allen Poe "Chuck" aka Chuckwagon Dragon aka Kegalicious, 71 died at his home in Las Cruces, NM on December 10, 2020. Charles was born August 17, 1949 in Jackson County, Missouri to James Poe and Marguerite Poe (both deceased). Chuck ggraduated from Turner High School on June 1, 1967 in Kansas City, Kansas. He married his loving queen and...
Charles Henry Murray Jr.
Dec 10, 2020
Charles H. (Charlie) Murray (March 30, 1953 - December 10, 2020) Charles H. Murray, husband, father, brother, Papa, Uncle and always the best friend. Charlie passed away at the age of 67 due to complications of dementia. He passed at home in Las Cruces, NM surrounded by his loving family. Charlie was born in Savannah, Georgia on March, 30, 1953...
Patrick Madrid
Dec 10, 2020
Our precious son, brother, uncle, nephew, grandson, cousin and friend. Patrick (Pat) Madrid of Albuquerque, NM, formerly of Las Cruces, NM, left his dwelling place on earth and entered eternal life to be with his heavenly Father on Tuesday December 1, 2020. Pat lost his life in a tragic automobile accident. Patrick was born August 2, 1978 in Las Cruces,...
Maryann Kratzke
Dec 9, 2020
On Wednesday Dec. 9th, 2020 Maryann Kratzke passed away in her sleep at home just one month shy of a milestone 102nd birthday. Maryann was born on January 10, 1919 in Braddock, PA. She and her late husband, Ted, retired to Las Cruces in 1983 from Roslyn, PA. She was a member of the Munson Senior Center. She was a...
Ronnie Benavidez
Dec 8, 2020
Ronnie Toms Benavidez, 33, of Las Cruces, New Mexico, died Tuesday, December 8, 2020. Ronnie was born April 8th, 1988, in San Antonio, Tx, to Dolores Lopez and Rolando Benavidez. Ronnie was the youngest of three boys and quickly learned the value of family. He was a hardworking man with a heart of gold. He had a smile that could...
Katherine Sue Parish
Dec 7, 2020
Katherine Sue Parish, Davis, nee Smith a.k.a. "Aunt Kay" or "Kathe", passed away peacefully of natural causes in her home of Las Cruces, New Mexico on December 7, 2020. She was 85 years old. Katherine was born March 14, 1935 in the village of Hatch, New Mexico to Thomas Willard Sr. and Thelma Smith, and was the second of five...
Justin Lindsey
Dec 6, 2020
It is with tremendous sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Justin. Justin joined our heavenly father on December 5, 2020 after fighting a six month battle with Leukemia. Justin Nocona Lindsey was born on December 10, 1975 to JT and Freida Lindsey. He is survived by his loving wife Cindy and his beloved son...
Ralph "Bud" Hettinga
Dec 5, 2020
It is with profound sadness and heavy heart that we announce the passing of Bud (Ralph Martin) Hettinga. Bud joined our heavenly father on Saturday, December 5th, 2020 after a long hospital confinement. Bud is preceded in death by his parents Mildred Hettinga of Frese Roswell, NM and Ralph Hettinga of Hillsboro, NM and his brother, Thomas Hettinga of Las...
Subscribe
Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries
