Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Las Cruces, New Mexico & Surrounding Areas
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,...
Jennie Rowlison
Nov 19, 2024
Jennie Rowlison, née Ortiz, passed peacefully on November 19th at the age of 93 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s Dementia. Jennie was the first of six children to be born to Sarah and Henry Ortiz, in Nambé, New Mexico (followed by siblings Gilbert, Angie, Eddie, Sylvia, and Linda). Jennie attended Loretto Academy in Santa Fe, where she graduated in...
Miguel Frietze Jr.
Nov 18, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, cousin and friend, Miguel (Mike) C. Frietze, Jr., at the age of 97. Mike joined the angels and his children, Michael and Patsy, on November 18, 2024.
Mike was born in Mesilla, New Mexico on September 16, 1927, to Miguel Saenz Frietze and...
Jacqueline Mary McLean
Nov 18, 2024
Jacqueline Mary McLean 93 of Las Cruces, New Mexico passed away on Monday, November 18th, 2024. She was born on July 11th, 1931, in Boston, MA to the late Mary Thersa Francoeur and Wilford U Francoeur. Jacqueline graduated from Roslindale High School in 1948 and worked for MA Bell as a switchboard operator.
Jacqueline was the beloved wife of the late...
Mercedes Melendrez
Nov 17, 2024
Mercedes "Mercy" (De Leon) Melendrez, 80, passed away at her home in Las Cruces, NM, surrounded by her family and friends on November 17, 2024. She was born on July 24, 1944, in Alamogordo, NM, to Evangelista (Duran) De Leon and Pablo De Leon. Mercy was married to her beloved husband, Joe G. Melendrez, for 59 years.
Mercy is survived by...
Martha Legarreta
Nov 15, 2024
On November 15, 2024, Martha Legarreta went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She passed peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones.
Celebration of life on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. at Calvary Baptist Church, 1800 S. Locust St. Las Cruces, NM. Reception at Grapevine Plaza, 3900 W. Picacho Ave., Las Cruces, NM from 1:00...
Cheryl Lynn Perrigo
Nov 14, 2024
Cheryl Lynn Perrigo, 73, of Las Cruces, New Mexico sadly passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 14th, 2024. She was born on April 23, 1951, in Walla Walla, WA to the late Richard Mack Steadman and Edith Mae Town. Cheryl was the beloved wife of the late Clyde “Rick” Richard Perrigo II of Las Cruces, NM. Cheryl enjoyed RVing later...
Elizabeth Lou Stout
Nov 14, 2024
Elizabeth Lou Custer Stout, (Bunner), went to be with our Lord Jesus Christ, at the age of 87. Elizabeth passed away peacefully at home on Thursday November 14, 2024, with loving family at her side.
Elizabeth began her fabulous life on August 21, 1937 in Monroe Michigan. She was born the third child of US Army Colonel Charles A and Minnie...
Lisa Alvarado Dominguez
Nov 11, 2024
Lisa Domínguez Alvarado passed away on November 11, 2024, Lisa was born October 25, 1987, in El Paso, Texas to Arturo and Irma Alvarado. Lisa attended Gadsden High School. Lisa loved horses, she owned and bred racehorses as a hobby.
Lisa is survived by her father Arturo Alvarado and her five Children Jeremiah Alvarado (16 years old), Nevaeh Alvarado (15 years...
Daniel Joseph (Joey) Williams
Nov 9, 2024
Daniel Joseph Williams (Joey) – 64
Daniel Joseph Williams, known to family and friends as Joey, passed away on November 9, 2024, at the age of 64. He was a beloved son, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, whose presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Born on August 8,1960 in Las Cruces NM, To James and Charlene Williams. Joey...
Victoria Marlowe
Nov 8, 2024
Victoria Marlowe August 2, 1960 – November 8, 2024
Victoria Marlowe, a fierce advocate for the vulnerable, a protector of the voiceless, and a soul brimming with compassion, left this world on November 8, 2024. She was 64 years old.
Born on August 3, 1960, Victoria lived a life defined by her curiosity about the natural world and her unwavering passion for...
Ben Allen Venable Jr.
Nov 8, 2024
Ben Allen Venable Jr. Lt. was 65 years of age at the time of his passing. He passed away surrounded by his family on Friday, November 8, 2024, at Mesilla Valley Hospice.
Ben was born in Grants, New Mexico on May 14, 1959, to Ben and Collene Venable. He had four siblings: Phyllis Denny (Warren), Jean Fortenberry (Terry), Norman Venable, and...
Thomas Patrick Gerszewski
Nov 5, 2024
Thomas Patrick Gerszewski, born October 24, 1948, in Grand Forks, North Dakota, passed away peacefully at his home in Las Cruces, New Mexico, on November 1, at the age of 76.
Tom spent his early years in Oslo, MN, before moving with his family to Wadena, MN, in 1960, where he formed life-long friendships. After graduating from Wadena High School in...
Erlinda Gonzales
Nov 4, 2024
Erlinda B. Gonzales, aged 91, of Las Cruces, NM, passed away in her home surrounded by her family on November 4, 2024. Born on May 20, 1933, Erlinda was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, cherished for her loving, caring, and humble nature.
Throughout her life, Erlinda was a pillar of strength and faith, known for her daily prayers and...
Ron Haskell
Nov 2, 2024
Ron Haskell, 61, beloved companion, friend and brother passed away at La Posada Hospice on November 2, 2024. He is survived by his Lifetime Companion of 37 years Jeffrey Manier, his brothers Robert (Rob) Hulse Jr, Richard Hulse, Randy Hulse, sister Robin Hulse as well as multiple nieces, nephews and grands. Of all of Ron's many loves, gardening bloomed above...
Jack Terry Cole
Nov 2, 2024
Jack Terry Cole, born on October 9, 1942 in Bellingham, Washington, passed away on November 2, 2024. Known for his devotion to others, Jack dedicated his life to helping people in his profession as well as personal life.
Jack served his country from 1960 to 1968 in the U.S. Marine Corps reserves. He obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree at Western...
Mark Vincent Stewart
Nov 2, 2024
Mark V. Stewart, 45, passed away at Mesilla Valley Hospice in Las Cruces, New Mexico on November 2, 2024.
Mark was born at Madigan Army Hospital in Tacoma Washington. As a military child he lived at many posts with his family. He loved being around the ocean, lakes and rivers of every home of his life….especially Hawaii, Georgia, Virginia and Rhode...
Elijio "Lee" Medina
Oct 31, 2024
Elijio “Lee” Medina born on April 5, 1939, in Salem, New Mexico, to Manuel and Natividad Medina, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2024. Known for his unwavering dedication to his country, community, and family, Lee led an extraordinary life of service and resilience. He was proceeded in death by his wife Olivia, his brother Danny, Manuel “Bay” and sister...
Rick Blair
Oct 30, 2024
Rick (Richard Herman) Blair, Jr. was unexpectedly called to Heaven on October 30, 2024. He was born July 29, 1952, in Ft. Wayne, IN, to Richard (Dick) & Beverly (Garrison) Blair, the 2nd child of 8 children. In 1970, after graduating from high school, he went to visit his uncle & family in Las Cruces. He eventually went to work...
Col. Gunnar C. Carlson Jr.
Oct 29, 2024
Col Gunnar C. Carlson Jr., US Army (retired), was born on April 7th, 1939 to Helen Mabel and Gunnar C. Carlson at Fort Benning, Georgia. He graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 1961 as a Field Artillery Officer. He earned a Master’s of Science in Meteorology from the University of Wisconsin in 1969, where he...
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