This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath Surnames: Sisbarro, Huber Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5092/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Loving wife and mother, Gabrielle "Gabby" Huber Sisbarro, peacefully passed away surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, Dec. 30, 2010. She was born June 30, 1966 in Huntsville, Alabama. She had attended and graduated from the Academy of the Sacred Heart in New Orleans. For many hours of charitable work Archbishop Phillip Hannan awarded Gabby with the Saint Louise de Marillac Medal in 1984. She received her Paralegal Degree from Tulane (Newcomb) University, in New Orleans and was a Notary Public for the State of Louisiana. Gabby had an amazing zest for life and greatly enjoyed volunteering in the community and school. She committed her life to raising her beautiful sons. Gabby will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. She is survived by her loving husband Daniel Sisbarro and their two sons Peter and Jakob all of the family home; mother Elisabeth Huber of New Orleans, LA; brother George F.J. Huber and wife Beth of Washington, D.C; father and mother- in-law Lou and Pat Sisbarro of Las Cruces; brother-in-law Chip Sisbarro and wife Lecretia of Avondale, Az, and sister-in-law Nicole Ikard and husband Justin of Las Cruces. Also surviving her are many nieces, nephews and other family in Vienna, Austria. Gabby was preceded in death by her father George Huber. A funeral mass to celebrate her life will be at 10:00 AM on Monday, Jan. 3, 2011 at the Basilica of San Albino in Mesilla, NM, with the Most Reverend Bishop Ricardo Ramirez, C.S.B. and Fr. Richard Catanach officiating. Rite of Committal will be at Masonic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association , P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA. 22312. Arrangements by Getz Funeral Home corner of Solano and Bowman Ave., Las Cruces, NM 526-2419. To sign the local online guest book go to www.GetzCares Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on January 4, 2011 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath Surnames: Montoya, Gamez Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5091/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Jonathon "Short Dawg" Montoya, 19, passed away Wednesday, December 29, 2010 at his home in Radium Springs. He is survived by his mother and father, Margarito and Elizabeth Montoya, his two small children, Hennessy and Esteban; his two sisters, Jacqueline and Jessica and his brother Alejandro. Short Dawg was a student at San Andres High School, he loved motorcycles and doing mechanic work, mostly he loved his friends and family as he was never far away, just in case they needed his help. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Noemhi Gamez. Services for Short Dawg will be on Wednesday, January 5, 2011 at La Paz - Graham's Funeral Home with visitation from 6 - 7 P.M. with Rosary to begin at 7 P.M. with Father Rivera officiating. Funeral service to be held Thursday, January 6, 2011 at St. Genevieve's at 10:00 A.M. with interment at Masonic Cemetery. SHORT DAWG touched many people and will be missed greatly. Services under direction of La Paz - Graham's Funeral Home, 555 W. Amador, 526-6891. Log on to www.lapaz-grahams.com Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on January 4, 2011 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath Surnames: Caro Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5090/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Monico Caro, 75 passed away quietly at home. Survivors include his wife, two daughters, one granddaughter and her husband, and one great grandson, one sister, and numerous nieces and nephews. As a young adult he worked as a "bracero" throughout the U.S. fields during harvest season. He will always be remembered by his words of knowledge and occasional jokes. Visitation will be held on Sunday, January 2, 2011 at 5:00 pm at Getz Funeral Home Chapel and a prayer vigil to follow at 7:00 pm. Funeral mass will be on Monday, January 3, 2011 at Holy Cross Catholic Church at 10:00 am. Cremation to follow. Arrangements by Getz Funeral Home and Getz Family Crematory corner of Solano and Bowman Ave., Las Cruces, NM 526-2419. To sign the local online guest book go to www.GetzCares.com. Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on January 4, 2011 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath Surnames: Gutierrez, Barrio, Grijalva, Carrillo, Martinez Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5089/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Piedad (Pat) Barrio-Gutierrez was born on April 2, 1917 in Las Cruces. On Monday, December 27, 2010 at 4:30 pm the angels danced in our midst and swept her into God's outstretched arms where after 93 years of a hardy life on earth, she began a new journey with the angels and saints. Pat's welcome to the heavens has been prepared by generations. She will be greeted by her parents Alfredo and Maria Grijalva- Barrio. Dona Maria taught Pat how to love. Her first embrace will be from beloved daughter Rachel Martinez- Carrillo. Rachel taught Pat how to be strong though your heart is broken. Mike Martinez was her first love and together they had two daughters. Late in life Pat found her second love, Marcos Gutierrez. Both gentlemen loved her and helped her build many memories. Pat came from a large Las Cruces family with roots that date to the 1800's. She was No.5 of 15 children, preceding her in death were Luis (a mailman), Conrado (an artist), Elifda (big sister), Christina (la china), Willie (he loved to dance), Petra (she played baseball), Lupo (lady's man bachelor), Alfredo (they called him Fido for a reason), Sammie (the handsome one), David (the photographer), and Miguel (the baby who died). Having lived through a depression, the Barrio brothers and sisters taught each other how a family endures hardships and remain bonded forever. She had recently commented, "Without family, you have nothing, always hang onto it." Though over a hundred years old, the home base still exists in the heart of Las Cruces where Pat and her siblings grew up and where she too raised her family. Pat is survived by Eva Barrio- Garvey (the pretty one), Frankie Barrio (the professor) and baby sister Gloria Barrio- Gonzales (the nice one); by daughter Mickey Martinez-Carlucci and husband Martin; granddaughters Michelle Flores- Fyfe, Camille Sanchez- Wiley, and Desiree Carrillo and many great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. During her life, Pat saw 17 presidents come and go and was proud to have voted for the first black President of the United States (if you don't vote don't complain). She saw WWI, WWII, Korean Conflict, Cuban Crisis, Viet Nam war and the Iraq-Iran-Afghanistan debacle. She witnessed a man walking on the moon, President Kennedy's assassination, the civil rights movement including Martin Luther King's death, women's rights and birth control. Pat worked hard all of her life and retired from the Dona Ana County Courthouse after 30 years employment in the Assessor's Office. Those were happy days working at the old courthouse with her friends. A visitation will be held from 5 to 7 PM on Monday, Jan. 3, 2011 at Getz Funeral Home where a prayer vigil will follow at 7 PM. Pat's funeral mass is at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2011 at St. Genevieve's Catholic Church with Fr. Ricardo Bauza officiating. She will be laid to rest at St. Joseph's Catholic Cemetery in her beloved Las Cruces. Pall bearers will be grandsons Dawayne Hill and Santino Carrillo; nephews Dick Romero, Danny Rubio, Conrad Barrio, and Jaime Barrio. Arrangements by Getz Funeral Home corner of Solano and Bowman Ave., Las Cruces, NM 526-2419. To sign the local online guest book go to www.GetzCares.com Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on January 4, 2011 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath Surnames: Ortega, Pfeiffer Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5088/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Luisa B. Ortega, 64, and a native of Antony, NM lost her battle against Lou Gehrig's Disease (ALS) on Tuesday December 28, 2010. She was born October 26, 1946 in Anthony, NM to Augustin and Paulina Ortega. She was a devoted and loving mother to her daughter Norma O. Pfeiffer and an affectionate grandmother to her grandchildren, Janai, Jessey and Joaquin Pfeiffer and to her son-in-law, Jeff Pfeiffer. She was known as "Mommy" to all her nieces and nephews and family members. She is survived by her mother, Paulina Ortega of Anthony, her two sisters, Lily Montoya and Irene Ortega both of Anthony and her four brothers, Ismael Ortega of Anthony, Augustin Ortega Jr. of Las Cruces, Jesus Ortega of Colorado and Fidel Ortega of Anthony. Other survivors include numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her father Augustin Ortega, sister, Viola Ortega, and companion Florencio Martin. Luisa was dedicated to 30 years of Civil Service at Ft. Bliss, White Sands Missile Range, and retired from the Dept of Justice FCI La Tuna in Anthony, NM. She was also dedicated to selling Mary Kay till the end. A visitation will be held from 5-7 PM Monday January 3, 2011 in Anthony, NM at the St. Anthony's Catholic Church. The prayer vigil will follow at 7 PM also at the church. The funeral mass will be given at 10 AM Tuesday January 4, 2011 at the St. Anthony's Catholic Church. Arrangements by Getz Funeral Home corner of Solano and Bowman Ave., Las Cruces, NM 526-2419. To sign the local online guest book go to www.GetzCares.com Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on January 4, 2011 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath Surnames: Woods, Pearson, Valentine, Foreman Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5087/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Debra Ann Pearson Woods of Las Cruces, New Mexico entered eternal life Monday, December 27, 2010 at Mountain View Regional Hospital. She was welcomed to heaven by our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Debra was born August 14, 1959, in Lubbock, Texas to Anna Pearson Valentine and Willie Charles Pearson Sr. Debra united in Holy Matrimony to James F. Woods Sr. on November 4, 1983. Their union was one that epitomized true love, friendship, and togetherness. For over 25 years Debra was devoted in her marriage and raising her children. Together Debra and James took on the responsibility of raising James Jr., and James' younger siblings Clarence and Tedrick. Debra had an inner beauty as well as her outer beauty. Debra graduated from high school in Germany in 1976. She attended Marilyn University Branch at Heidelberg, Germany where she received an Associate's degree. She travelled to Alaska, Hawaii, and Korea before coming to White Sands Missile Range, NM. Later she received her Bachelor's degree in Information Technology from the University of Phoenix. Debra was employed at New Mexico State University and longtime former employee of El Paso Electric Company. Her faith led her to be a parishioner of Bethel Second Baptist Church where she was a dedicated member, Financial Secretary, Vice President of the Usher Board, and she participated in the Woman's Missionary Auxiliary. Debra was also the New Hope District Association Congress registrar, treasurer for the District Ushers, and Corresponding Secretary for the Parent Body. Debra is survived by her mother Anna Pearson Valentine of North Carolina, husband James F. Woods Sr., son James F. Woods Jr. (Loretta), grandchildren Devyn, Jaelyn, and Gavyn all of Las Cruces, brother Willie Charles Pearson Jr. (Sharon) of Georgia, uncle Timothy Pearson Sr. of Texas, brother-in-laws Tedrick Woods (Christina) of Arizona, Clarence Woods (Becky) of Las Cruces, sister-in-law Annette Woods of Las Cruces, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. She was preceded in death by father, Willie Charles Pearson Sr., brother, Henry L. Pearson, grandmother, Lardaty I. Zolliecoffer-Foreman, grandfather, Rudolph V. Foreman, great-grandmothers, Mary Idial-Echols and Lula Foreman. A Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 am on Tuesday, January 4, 2011 at Second Bethel Baptist Church with Pastor Greg Arthur officiating. Interment will follow at Masonic Cemetery. Arrangements by Getz Funeral Home corner of Solano and Bowman Ave., Las Cruces, NM 526-2419. To sign the local online guest book go to www.GetzFuneralHome.com Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on January 4, 2011 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath Surnames: Ortega, Pfeiffer Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5086/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Luisa B. Ortega, 64, and a native of Antony, NM lost her battle against Lou Gehrig's Disease (ALS) on Tuesday December 28, 2010. She was born October 26, 1946 in Anthony, NM to Augustin and Paulina Ortega. She was a devoted and loving mother to her daughter Norma O. Pfeiffer and an affectionate grandmother to her grandchildren, Janai, Jessey and Joaquin Pfeiffer and to her son-in-law, Jeff Pfeiffer. She was known as "Mommy" to all her nieces and nephews and family members. She is survived by her mother, Paulina Ortega of Anthony, her two sisters, Lily Montoya and Irene Ortega both of Anthony and her four brothers, Ismael Ortega of Anthony, Augustin Ortega Jr. of Las Cruces, Jesus Ortega of Colorado and Fidel Ortega of Anthony. Other survivors include numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her father Augustin Ortega, sister, Viola Ortega, and companion Florencio Martin. Luisa was dedicated to 30 years of Civil Service at Ft. Bliss, White Sands Missile Range, and retired from the Dept of Justice FCI La Tuna in Anthony, NM. She was also dedicated to selling Mary Kay till the end. A visitation will be held from 5-7 PM Monday January 3, 2011 in Anthony, NM at the St. Anthony's Catholic Church. The prayer vigil will follow at 7 PM also at the church. The funeral mass will be given at 10 AM Tuesday January 4, 2011 at the St. Anthony's Catholic Church. Arrangements by Getz Funeral Home corner of Solano and Bowman Ave., Las Cruces, NM 526-2419. To sign the local online guest book go to www.GetzCares.com Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on January 4, 2011 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath Surnames: Garcia, Jesus Campos Iniguez Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5085/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, Elvira Iniguez Garcia, 76, of Las Cruces left her dwelling place on earth and entered eternal life to be with her heavenly Father on Monday, December 27, 2010 at Memorial Medical Center. She was born January 25, 1934 in Mezcala, Jalisco, Mexico to Macedonio and Maria de Jesus Campos Iniguez. Mrs. Garcia was a homemaker and member of the Catholic Church. Those left to mourn her passing include two sons, Ralph Garcia and wife Maria De Jesus, Michael Garcia and wife Virginia all of Las Cruces; four daughters, Connie Lechuga and husband Lawrence, Virginia Lazarin and husband Alfredo, Maria Garcia all also of Las Cruces, Martha Zavala and husband Israel of Denver, Colorado; a brother, Thomas Iniguez of Las Cruces; four sisters, Rosa Galvan of Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico, Connie Weisner of Seattle, Washington, Susana Dodson of Prescott, Arizona and Maria Flores of Las Cruces. Other survivors include nineteen grandchildren; eighteen great grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Marcelino C. Garcia; three sons; two brothers, Domingo and Jose Luis Iniguez. Visitation for Mrs. Garcia will begin at 6 PM Monday, January 3, 2011 in Baca's Chapel of Prayer, 300 E. Boutz Road where the Prayer Vigil is scheduled for 7 PM. Family and Friends will join together to celebrate the Funeral Liturgy at 10 AM Tuesday, January 4, 2011 in Our Lady of Health Catholic Church, 1178 N. Mesquite Street with the Fathers of the Augustinian Recollects officiating. The Rite of Committal and Interment will follow in Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 5140 W. Picacho where she will be laid to rest. Serving as casket bearers will be Lawrence Lechuga, Jacob and Alfred Lazarin III, Michael Jr., Anthony and Rafael Garcia, Jr. Honorary bearers will be Stephen and Andrew Garcia, Amber and Celina Lazarin, Lovell and Cynthia Lechuga, Veronica and Lorraine Zavala. Entrusted to Baca's Funeral Chapels. 527-2222 Your exclusive providers for "Veterans and Family Memorial Care." For online condolences logon to www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.com Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on January 4, 2011 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath Surnames: Carr, Crawford, Nell Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5084/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Johnny Donald Carr passed to his eternal home on December 19th, 2010 at the age of 85. Johnny was born in Las Cruces on January 6th, 1925. He was the third of four children, born to Fred and Neva Mae Carr. He joined the Navy at the young age of 17 and served in World War II for four years. Upon returning home to Las Cruces, he worked as a police officer. He met and married Ivy Jean Crawford in 1948. They were married for 53 years and had five children together; Phyllis Jean, Debby Neva, John Randall, Deana Lynn, and Mark Shannon. The couple moved to Fort Worth, Texas in 1969 where Johnny worked as a crane operator until he retired in 1988. They moved back to Las Cruces and lived there together until wife Jean passed away in 2001. In October of 2006, Johnny married Connie Jean Nell. Connie has two children, Renea Harrison and Roy Evans, both residing in Texas. Johnny really enjoyed watching Connie cook, and they both looked forward to their long talks. Close friend Justin Lawrence became a source of comfort for Johnny during the past year. Johnny was a wonderful husband and father, and his children will always remember him most for his unwavering commitment to his family and his sense of humor. They enjoyed him sending his funny and at times very sentimental e-mails. Johnny was preceded in death by wife of 53 years Ivy Jean Carr and beloved son John Randall Carr. He is survived by current wife Connie Jean Carr, brother Robert "Bob" Carr and his wife Zelda, daughter Phyllis and husband Red Heiman, daughter Debby and husband Henry Baker, daughter Deana and husband Roy Evans, and his son Mark Carr and wife Melita. Johnny also leaves behind eleven grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Cremation will take place at Getz Funeral Home and a memorial service will be held at the Hillcrest Cemetery in Las Cruces at 11:00 am on January 6th, 2011. He will never be forgotten by those who loved him, and will be missed by many. Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on January 4, 2011 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath Surnames: Parra, Martinez Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5082/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Jesus Alonso Martinez Parra, 54, of Las Cruces entered eternal life Wednesday, December 29, 2010 at Mountain View Regional Medical Center. He was born October 28, 1956 in Ascension, Chihuahua, Mexico to Manuel and Julia Parra Martinez. Jesus was a construction laborer and member of the Catholic Church. Survivors include a daughter, Angelica Guadalupe Martinez of Phoenix, Arizona; a son, Alfonso Martinez of Las Cruces; two brothers, Diego Martinez and Francisco Martinez both of Las Cruces; three sisters, Maria Martinez and Luz Elena Montes both also of Las Cruces, Guadalupe Martinez of Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico. Other survivors include three grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Blanca Nieves Martinez; a brother, Manuel Martinez. Visitation for Jesus Alonso will begin at 6 PM Tuesday, January 4, 2011 in Baca's Chapel of Prayer, 300 E. Boutz Road where the Prayer Vigil is scheduled for 7 PM. The Funeral Liturgy will be celebrated at 10 AM Wednesday, January 5, 2011 in Our Lady of Health Catholic Church, 1178 N. Mesquite Street with the Fathers of the Augustinian Recollects officiating. The Rite of Committal and Interment will follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery where he will be laid to rest. Serving as casket bearers will be family members. Entrusted to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels. 527-2222 Your exclusive providers for "Veterans and Family Memorial Care." For online condolences logon to www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.com Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on January 4, 2011 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath Surnames: Mata, Salcedo, Ayala Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5081/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Macario M. Mata, 84 of Chaparral, NM died Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2010 at William Beaumont Army Medical Center in El Paso, TX. He was born June 28, 1926 in Hill Texas at Vicente and Anatacia Mata. He was a farm laborer as well as a diesel and gas mechanic. Maracio was a member of the Catholic Church and will be missed by all who knew and loved him. He is survived by his companion of 7 years, Martha Acosta; one son Macario Mata Jr. of Dona Ana; ten daughters, Susie Fielding of Las Vegas, NV; Frances Chavez of Dona AN, NM; Lucia Escalante of Delano, CA; Irene Garcia of Las Cruces, NM; Teresa odriwquez of Wasco, CA; Juanita Rodriquez of Skyler, NB; Linda Hernandez of Lost Hills CA; Patricia Martinez of Ridgecrest, CA; Virginia Rubio of Bakersfield, CA ; and Carmen Molina of Wasko, CA. Also surviving is one brother Julian Mata of Las Cruces, NM; Eulalia Salcedo of Las Cruces and many grandchildren, many great grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Beneranda (Bennie) in 1993, a brother Michael Mata and a daughter Mary Lou Ayala. At his request cremation has taken place and a Memorial Funeral Mass will take place on Thursday, January 6, 2011 at 10 am at Santo Tomas Catholic Church in Chaparral, NM. Officiating will be Rev. Miguel Echeverria. Arrangement are by Getz Funeral Home, 1410 E. Bowman Ave. Las Cruces, NM To sign the online guest book or send condolences go to www.getzcares.com Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on January 4, 2011 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath Surnames: Alderette, Trujillo, Melendrez, Sandoval Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5080/mb.ashx Message Board Post: James Alderette, age 32 of Las Cruces entered eternal rest Thursday, December 30, 2010 at Memorial Medical Center. James was born August 11, 1978 in Silver City, where he attended school and graduated from Silver High School. He later moved to Las Cruces where he married his wife, Elizabeth. James was known for his kindness. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Survivors include his wife, Elizabeth; two sons, Isaiah and Noah Alderette of the family home; his mother, Susan Trujillo and his stepfather, Danny; his father, Jimmy Alderette all of Las Cruces; his brothers, Raymond Alderette (Kimberly), Jason Alderette (Vanessa Ocampo), Christopher Trujillo, Daniel Trujillo (Claudia) and Lee Trujillo. Other survivors include numerous nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Dora Alderette Melendrez, a son, baby James Alderette, Jr. and maternal grandmother, Bernarda Sandoval. Calling hours will begin at 6 PM Wednesday, January 5, 2011 in Baca's Chapels of Prayer, where the Prayer Vigil is scheduled for 7 PM. The Funeral Liturgy will be celebrated at 10 AM Thursday, January 6, 2011 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Cathedral, 1240 S. Espina with the Reverend Michael Cerretto, Celebrant. The Rite of Committal and Interment will follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery where he will be laid to rest. Serving as casket bearers will be Raymond Alderette, Jason Alderette, Christopher Trujillo, Daniel Trujillo, Lee Trujillo, Jacob Acosta, Scotty Bernal and Ray Baca. Honorary bearers will be all of his friends. The Alderette Family has entrusted their loved one to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels of Las Cruces. 527-2222 Exclusive providers for "Veteran's and Family Memorial Care." To send condolences online logon to www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.com Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on January 4, 2011 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath Surnames: Todsen, Christensen, Dorsey Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5079/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Dr. Thomas K. "Tom" Todsen passed away Wednesday, December 22, 2010, at Wind-crest Alzheimer's Care Center in Abilene, Texas. Private services will be held in Las Cruces, New Mexico, at a later date. Tom was born October 21, 1918, in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, to Lorenz K. Todsen and Ellen (Christensen) Todsen. After his father's death in 1930, the family moved to St. Petersburg, Florida, where Tom graduated from St. Petersburg High in 1935. When he took his college entrance exams, he received the highest score in the entire state of Florida. Tom earned his Bachelor's in 1939 and his Master's in 1941, both in chemistry, from the University of Florida, Gainesville. Tom met Margaret C. Dorsey at the university; they married August 4, 1939. Tom entered active duty in March 1942 as an Army Chemical Warfare Service officer. He was in the Chemical Corps throughout World War II, and was honorably discharged as a Captain in August 1947. He was in the Army Active Reserves from 1951-1962, attaining the rank of Major. Tom received his Ph.D. in organic chemistry from the University of Florida in 1950, and taught at New Mexico State University in Las Cruces, New Mexico, until May 1950. In June 1950, Tom was hired as Chief Chemist at White Sands Missile Range; he designed the Range's first chemical laboratory. He promoted rapidly up the civilian ranks, culminating with his installation as Director of the Army Missile Test and Evaluation Command, one of the top civilian positions at the post. He served in that capacity for many years before retiring from WSMR in 1978. Tom then turned his full attention to pursuing his varied interests in Arizona/ New Mexico postal history; hiking around the U.S., Mexico and Central America in search of wild orchids; and wildflower photography. Several of his photographs appear in the multi-volume "Wildflowers of the United States". Tom resided in Las Cruces until late 2009, when he moved to Abilene, Texas. Tom lived at Wisteria Place Assisted Living in Abilene for more than a year before transferring to Windcrest. Tom was a longtime member of the First Presbyterian Church in Las Cruces. He served as an elder and lay pastor as well as with various outreach committees and groups. His warm bass singing voice was well known at the church. Tom was constantly on the go, always seeking new places and new subjects to explore. He discovered a new species of fossil snail, and a new wildflower that bears his name: Todsen's pennyroyal (Hedeoma todsenii). He helped extend the known range of several varieties of mosses in the New Mexico deserts, literally turning over rocks to discover them. He authored a book on New Mexico territorial postmarks, and coauthored one on the "travelling" (railroad) post offices of Mexico. For all his intellect and scientific rigor, Tom was also a consummate "people person" who inspired his coworkers to give their best. He was well known and highly respected by the staff at WSMR and NMSU, as well as by the many people he met from around the world through his correspondence and travels. Tom was devoted to his family and friends. He was unstintingly generous with his time, talents, treasure and affection, and held a genuine interest in and appreciation of the world around him and all that in! habited it. Tom was preceded in death by his parents, Lorenz and Ellen Todsen; by his wife of nearly 49 years, Margaret Todsen; and by his older brother, Birger Todsen. Survivors include son Thomas A. Todsen and wife Barbara of Las Cruces; son William (Larry) Todsen and wife Purita of Abilene; grandson John and his wife Andrea and daughters Anna and Aubrey; grandson Pete; grandson Adrian; sister Erna Harmon of St. Petersburg, Florida; sister-in-law Roberta Collar of Ocala, Florida; and numerous nephews and nieces. Online condolences may be posted at www.elmwoodfuneral.com. Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on December 31, 2010 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath Surnames: Lopez, Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5078/mb.ashx Message Board Post: It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Ernesto "Neto" Lopez, 94 of Mesilla, on Tuesday, December 28, 2010 at Mountain View Medical Center. Ernesto was born and raised in Dona Ana County and was one of four children. As a young adult Ernesto moved to Mesilla where he began a very productive life working as a farmer and for Shell Oil Company as a gas station owner. He volunteered many hours as a Fireman in Mesilla. He owned and operated a Shell Station in the area and received many awards from Shell. He lived in the pink house at the corner of Avenida de Mesilla and Calle del Norte until 1975 when he built his new home which was just behind the pink house and the current location of Andele's Dog House. Out of his home he worked a chili stand called 4 Seasons Produce for 25 years. Ernesto was married in 1930 to his lifelong partner Rosalia "Chalia" until her passing in 2004; they had two sons, Raymond and Ernest, who is deceased. Those left to mourn his passing include his brother Max of Norwalk, California, son Raymond of Santa Fe, grandson's Marcel and Mike and longtime friend and Conservator, Lisa Willman. Ernesto is preceded in death by his brother Carlos, sisters Rosella and Selsa. Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on December 31, 2010 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath Surnames: Romero, Otero, Martin Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5077/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Martin Romero entered eternal life on December 14, 2010 to be with his God and to receive his well earned reward. He was born August 11, 1952 to the late Doctor Rutillo Romero and Isabel Romero of Las Cruces, New Mexico. He leaves behind his mother, Isabel Romero, two sisters Carolyn Otero and Regina Martin; two daughters, Vanessa Richardson and Marisa Thomison; a son Timothy Romero; five grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. His fiancée, Vivian Heller loved him dearly and stood by his side in loving support. Martin was a gentle, soft spoken father, son, brother, nephew and a dear friend to all of us. We will miss him greatly but at the same time we rejoice for the great man that he was. Martin resided in Las Cruces and Santa Fe, New Mexico for many years but was currently living in Florida. Martin dedicated his life to helping people in their pain and trials of life. The Self Improvement Symposium he directed brought hope and new direction to the many lives he touched. Even after his death, martin continues to reach out to people by donating his body to science. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Martin, we all love you and will dwell in your loving memory until we meet again. Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on December 31, 2010 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath Surnames: Cates, Simpkins Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5076/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Mr. Glenn Cates, 56, Jonesborough, passed away Wednesday, December 22, 2010, at his residence. Although he was born in Rockhill, S.C., he spent the majority of his life in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Mr. Cates worked as a salesman, but found success and satisfaction in his life as an Alcohol Education Instructor in Las Cruces until his illness in 2003. He has lived in Jonesborough, TN with his surviving sister, Elizabeth Cates, Ph.D. and his mother Betsy Glenn Cates since 2006. He was the son of the late Robert V. Cates and is also survived by his niece Robin Simpkins, DVM and her husband Alan Simpkins, DVM, his great-niece Marin Simpkins, and his best friend and constant companion, his cat Nikki. Memorial donations may be made to The Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation at christopherreeve.org or 636 Morris Turnpike, Suite 3A, Short Hills, NJ 07078, or to a charity of your choice. Condolences may be made to the Cates family online at www.dillow-taylor.com Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on December 30, 2010 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath Surnames: Williams, Washington Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5075/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Leo R. Williams, 58 of Las Cruces, NM went fishing with the angels on Monday December 27, 2010. He was born to Charlie and Ernestine Williams in Vado, NM on December 30, 1951. Leo Honorably served his country in the United States Army. He enjoyed watching the Minnesota Vikings play, cooking and spending time with family and friends. Leo will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. He is survived by his wife Stephanie Williams of the family home, mother, Ernestine Washington, son, Scott Williams and companion Jessie Chavez of Denver, CO, Daughters, Natasha and Herb Sanchez of Chama, NM, Valerie Turner of Atlanta, GA, Octavia Snow of Ft. Bragg, CA, Illana Cunningham of Arlington, TX, Angela Williams of Albuquerque, NM, Debra Perry of Las Cruces, NM, Diana Weeks of Las Cruces, NM, Courtney Weeks of Las Cruces, NM, brothers, Charlie, Ernest R., Willie, Joe, Johnny, Leroy Williams and George D. Washington, sisters, Rosie Estrada, Bernice Williams, Beatrice Williams, Priscilla Washington and Rena Washington, 17 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. A visitation will be held from 5-7 PM on Thursday December 30, 2010 at Getz Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held at 10: AM on Friday December 31, 2010 at Getz Funeral Home Chapel with Dexter Hawkins officiating. Burial will take place at 1:30 PM on Monday January 3, 2010 at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery. Arrangements by Getz Funeral Home corner of Solano and Bowman Ave., Las Cruces, NM 526-2419. To sign the local online guest book go to www.Getzcares.com. Caring for Veterans and Families since 1965. Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on December 30, 2010 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath Surnames: Ingalls, Prehn, Frey Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5074/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Marilyn Frey Ingalls, mother of Frank Ingalls of Philadelphia, Diana Ingalls Leyba (Bob)and Gale Margerum of Silver City, passed peacefully Friday, December 17, at the Advanced Care Hospital of Southern New Mexico in Las Cruces, after suffering a fall in her Silver City home November 12. Marilyn was born July 28, 1929, in Syracuse, New York to Mathias A. and Anna Prehn Frey, where she was a graduate of Hartwick College. In 1954, Marilyn traveled on a freighter with husband, Rev. F. Leland Ingalls and their infant son, to a three-year assignment with the West Coast Berbice Parish of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in British Guiana. After her husband's death in 1958, Marilyn remained in Philadelphia, until her move to Silver City in 2005 to be near her two daughters. As a young widow, Marilyn guided her young family of three with kindness, encouragement, and much love. In Philadelphia, she returned to school receiving a Masters in Early Childhood Education. She taught nursery school for many years, had a passion for photography and dollhouses, wrote curriculum for the Lutheran Synod, and worked for Elder Craftsman before forming a partnership in an arts supply store with Diana until 1996 when she retired. Quiet, reserved, and strong, Marilyn was a role model and calming influence for many young teens during their turbulent teenage years setting an example of determination, grace, and humor under pressure. In addition to her three children, she is survived by one brother, Mathias (Carol) Frey of Cicero, N.Y.; grandsons David (Carrie) and Lee Leyba, and Matthew Margerum; and one great granddaughter Allegra Leyba.. A memorial service will be held at Marilyn's favorite hangout, Java the Hut in Silver City, on Wednesday January 5 from 9-11am. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Mimbres Region Arts Council's Youth Mural Program in her name (PO Box 1830 , Silver City NM 88062). There will be a private burial service later in January in Syracuse, NY. Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on December 30, 2010 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath Surnames: Johansmeier, Yung Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5073/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Glen Edward Johansmeier born June 26, 1937 in Ottumwa, Iowa to Charles E. and Mabel (Yung) Johansmeier passed away Dec. 27, 2010 at his home in Las Cruces, N.M. He served from 1955 - 1975 in the United States Army with two tours of Vietnam and was also a member of the U.S. Army Soccer Team. Glen was an avid hunter and fisherman who loved spending time with his family in the great outdoors and also enjoyed a great game of golf. He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years Deanna Johansmeier of the family home. Five sons, James (Diane) of Maine, Charles of Washington, Robert (Carmen) of Las Cruces, Roger (Amy) of Iowa, and Glen (Laura) Johansmeier of Anthony, N.M. Two daughters, Annette (James) Van De Bury of Washington and Jennifer (Lorenzo Rubio) Johansmeier of Las Cruces, NM. Two brothers, Michael (Bonnie) Johansmeier of Colo. Robert (Debbie) Johansmeier of El Paso, TX. Two sisters, Betty (Jerry) Black of Colorado and Nona Hart of California. Twenty one grandchildren and ten great grandchildren and numerous nephews and nieces. He is preceded in death by his father, mother, two sisters Wilhelmena and Julia. A brother Carl A. Johansmeier and one grandson Corey, and two nephews Matthew Johansmeier and Scott Yoder. Glen is deeply loved by all his family and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Arrangements by Getz Funeral and Getz Family Crematory, corner of Solano and Bowman Ave., Las Cruces, NM 526-2419. To sign the local online guest book go to www.GetzCares.com Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on December 30, 2010 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath Surnames: Goodwin, Bailey Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5072/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Gary Alan Goodwin of Square Top, Oklahoma was born October 9, 1946 in Birmingham, Alabama to Raymond H. and Beulah Mae Bailey Goodwin. He passed away at his home on December 25th at the age of 64. He joined the Navy in 1964 and served for four years. He married Kathryn Lou Henderson on June 26, 1965 in San Francisco, CA. After his service, they moved to New Mexico. Later they moved to Oklahoma and he worked for several companies before he retired as a vending retailer. Gary was a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion. He enjoyed woodworking and playing darts. He is survived by his wife, Kathryn, of the home, two sons Gary L. and wife, Connie Goodwin and John Goodwin, one daughter Sharon Goodwin,, 8 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, one brother and his wife Lewis and Esperanza Burfitt of El Paso, TX He was preceded in death by his parents. A private, family committal service will be held at a later time in New Mexico. Arrangements are being handled by Crews Funeral Home of Apache, OK. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.crewsfh.com Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on December 30, 2010 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.