This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath Surnames: Rivers, Hill Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4795/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Sarah Audean Rivers passed away quietly and sweetly on September 19, 2010 surrounded by her family and in close attendance by the loving staff at the Good Samaritan Village where she lived for the final six months of her life. Sarah was born on August 22, 1919 in Chattanooga, Tennessee. She survived the Great Depression with her parents and beloved brothers, Kenneth and Robert Hill, and moved to Abilene, Texas in 1954 where she met her husband, Richard Rivers. Sarah was extremely proud of her strong Cherokee roots through her mother's family, who were born on the Cherokee Reservation. When asked what her ethnicity was, she would proudly answer, "I'm an Indian." Sarah possessed an amazing gift for playing the piano, and was known by all her family and friends for this miracle that was divinely given to her. After her husband died, she moved to Las Cruces with her daughter, Nema in 1987 and lived with her and her family until her final move to the Good Samaritan Skilled Nursing Center in May, 2010. Sarah, known as "Ms. Audean" to all the children who knew her, had a great love for children in need, young pregnant mothers, and most of all, at risk teenagers. It was because of her unwavering support of needy families that Rivers Academy, a local nonprofit, was named in her honor. Sarah is survived by her two daughters, Nema Rivers-LeCuyer, Camella Rivers, her devoted son-in-law, Don LeCuyer, daughter-in-law, Glenda Torrence, stepson, Michael Rivers and his daughters, Angela and Tanya and their mother, Sue Kil. Her legacy continues on in her beloved grand-daughter and namesake, Lila Audean LeCuyer, who remained by her side throughout her final days. Sarah is also survived by Stella Melendrez, her "in law" and best friend and all of the Melendrez family who embraced and loved her over the past twenty years. Nema, Lila and Don LeCuyer and Camella Rivers extend deep thanks to the staff and nurses at the Good Samaritan Village who surrounded us with love and support during the final weekend of our mother's life. We will remember your tender care of her, and of us, forever. As per her wishes, Sarah's ashes will be taken to her beloved Chattanooga to rest near her mother's grave. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations in Sarah's memory by made to Rivers Academy or the Good Samaritan Health Care Center in Las Cruces. Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on September 28, 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: Pauley Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4794/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Jeffrey M. Pauley, 43 of Las Cruces passed away on Thursday, September 23, 2010. Jeff was born on November 04, 1966 to Ned and Carol Pauley in Ravenna, Ohio. He graduated high school at Brandon High in Brandon, Fl. Jeff was born in Ohio and grew up in Valrico, FL. He left to serve in the Army for 18yrs where he was an EOD Specialist and Instructor. He worked for the Dept of Warheads at White Sands Missile Range as an Engineering Technician. Jeff is survived by his wife Rachel Pauley, his three children Jessica, Levi and Gavin Pauley, step children Miranda and Adam Garcia, many nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his brothers Joe and Jared Pauley. He was preceded in death by his father Ned J. Pauley. Jeff loved working with explosives and took great pride in everything he did. He loved being at home with family, friends, barbequing, and working on his property. He is respected and loved by all who knew him. Funeral services for Jeff will be at 5: 30 p.m., Wednesday, September 29, 2010 at La Paz - Graham's Funeral Home Chapel, cremation will follow the services. Services have been entrusted to the care of La Paz - Graham's Funeral Home 555 West Amador, Las Cruces, NM 88005. Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on September 28, 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: Fernandez, Apodaca Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4793/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Charlie Fernandez, 88, life-long resident of Las Cruces, NM entered eternal rest on Wednesday, September 22, 2010. He was born to Josefa and Jesus Fernandez on November 04, 1921 in Las Cruces, NM. Charlie served his country honorably, with the U.S. Army, during WWII. After returning from the war he worked as a plumber for Dale Lane Plumbing. Mr. Lane was instrumental in sending him to a vocational plumbing school in Chicago. After working several years with Dale Lane Plumbing, he operated his own business for over 25 years. He was also a volunteer fire fighter with the City of Las Cruces. He was a member of the Las Cruces Blue Sox baseball team during the late 40's. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing at his favorite locations, Red River and Willow Creek. He is survived by his daughter Katherine (Trinka) O'Neill of Las Cruces, Susan Fernandez of Albuquerque, NM, Linda Riviera of League City, TX and Anna of California; and son, Danny of Las Cruces; grandchildren, Sean O'Neill and Christopher Fernandez of Las Cruces; Matthew Riviera, with the U.S. Air Force, stationed at Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland; Victoria Riviera of The Hague, Netherlands; Son-in-law, Tom O'Neill of Las Cruces. He is also survived by his sisters, Margaret Apodaca, Elvira Esparza and Elisa Fernandez; brothers, Jesus and Richard Fernandez. He is also survived by the mother of his children Lilia Fernandez of Las Cruces, NM. Charlie was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Amelia Nabor and Lupe Fernandez; and brothers, Julian, Reyes and Arturo. Other survivors include numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Visitation will be held Wednesday, September 29, 2010 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Baca's Funeral Home, 300 E. Boutz Road. Memorial services will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, September 30, 2010 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Cathedral, 1240 Espina, Las Cruces. The rite of committal and interment will follow at 2 p.m. at Fort Bliss National Cemetery, Fort Bliss, TX with full military honor. Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on September 28, 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: Pendleton, Bertram, Richards Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4792/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Lorena Pendleton, 90, of Las Cruces died on September 21, 2010. She was born in Rodeo, New Mexico on December 3, 1919 to Ira Bertram and Hattie Elizabeth Richards. When Lorena was 17 years old she went to Cloverdale, New Mexico to teach school in their little one room schoolhouse - all 8 grades, 17 pupils. In 1938 she married a local rancher, George E. Pendleton and they had two children, Tom and Betty Sue. She moved to Douglas, Arizona in 1961 where she worked as an accountant/office manager for the Ford - Lincoln Mercury Dealership for 15 years. The balance of her life she lived in Benson and Phoenix, Arizona, moving to the Golden Mesa Retirement Home in Las Cruces in 2000. Lorena is survived by her daughter-in-law, Judy Pendleton, five grandchildren, Kathleen MacKenzie, Lynn Bagwell, and husband Eddie, Steve Pendleton, Travis Pendleton and wife, Kari, Missy Udall and husband, Sterling; nine great-grandchildren, Madeline and Meredith Kemp, Hayden, Cole and Sadie Udall, Ryan and Lilly Bagwell, and Jack and Sam Pendleton; one sister, Elizabeth Burgess and husband, Fred; two sisters-in-law, Sally Richards and Rubylee Richards; six nieces, Linda Reid and husband Kyle, Betty Lynn James and husband Will, Freda Upchurch, Reta Warren and husband David, Leta Richards, Judy Richards; six nephews, Jim Richards and wife, Judi, Ralph Richards and wife, Ginny, Buck Richards and wife, Valeria, Jeff Richards and wife, Carol, Mike Richards, David Richards and wife, Vicki. Lorena was preceded in death by her parents, four brothers, Ira, Finley, Dick and Bill Richards; one sister, Katherine Rutherford; two nieces, Lois Ann Meloy and Laurie Hansen, and two nephews, Joe Richards and David Finley Richards; her former husband, George Pendleton and their two children, Tom Pendleton and Betty Sue MacKenzie. At Lorena's request, cremation has taken place and there will be no service held. Inurnment of ashes will be in the Cloverdale Cemetery, alongside her former husband, and their two children. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Cowboys for Cancer, PO Box 202, Doña Ana, NM 88032. Entrusted to Baca's Funeral Chapels of Las Cruces. 527-2222 To send condolences online log on to www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.com Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on September 26, 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: McQuarrie, Paez Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4791/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Virginia P. McQuarrie went home to be with the Lord September 24, 2010. She was 92 years old and was survived by her husband Louis. She is also survived by a daughter Emily Isaac of Las Vegas, NV; Virginia LaMarque of Nampa, ID; Son Carlos Paez of Santa Barbara, CA; Son Michael McQuarrie of Las Cruces, NM; Daughter Colleen Dalton of Nipomo, CA. Grandson Zachary McQuarrie, she raised as her own son. Virginia was also survived by a sister Emily Hopton and brother Emil Paez both of Long Beach, CA, sister Juliette Paskowitz of San Onofre, CA and twelve grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. Friends and family are invited to attend a funeral service on Tuesday, September 28, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. at Scripture Baptist Church, with Pastor David Johnson officiating. Burial will follow at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery in Ft. Bliss, Texas at 1:00 p.m. Arrangements by Getz Funeral Home, corner of Solano and Bowman Ave. Las Cruces, NM 88001. To sign our online guest book or send condolences, please log onto GetzCares.com. Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on September 26, 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: Christianson, Clayton Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4790/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Arnold F. Christianson, Sr., 79, of Las Cruces New Mexico passed away on Thursday, September 23, 2010 in Las Cruces. He was born July 17, 1931 to Arnold P. Christianson and Frances M. Clayton in Chicago, Illinois. He is survived by his wife Susan D. Christianson né Buncak and their children Carol Gallivan, Arnold Christianson and Jennifer Christianson. His grandchildren Brian, Adam and Amanda Gallivan, his great grandchildren Aubrie and Jaden Gallivan. Visitation will be Monday, September 27, 2010 at La Paz - Graham's Funeral Home Chapel from 10 a.m. to noon. Funeral services will follow at 1:30 p.m. at Peace Lutheran Church, 1701 E. Missouri. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Serving as casket bearers; Arnold Christianson Jr., Kenneth Gallivan, Brian Gallivan, Adam Gallivan, Robert Wootton, and Klint Kane. Memorial contributions can be made in his name to the American Cancer Society , www.cancer.gov or 1-800-227-2345. Services have been entrusted to the care of La Paz - Graham's Funeral Home 555 West Amador, Las Cruces, NM 88005. To send condolences log on www.lapaz-graham.com Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on September 26, 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: Martinez, Villa Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4789/mb.ashx Message Board Post: David M. Martinez, 46, a resident of Santa Clara, NM entered eternal rest Saturday, September 18, 2010 at his residence. He was born July 01, 1964 in Silver City, NM to David B. Martinez and Lydia Martinez. He is survived by his parents, David and Lydia Martinez of the family home; three sisters, Melissa Martinez of Santa Clara; Alejandra Jackson and husband Rod of Silver City; Lorena Martinez and companion Leo Rodriguez of Santa Clara; maternal grandfather, Henry Villa and wife Cora; nephews, Jake Martinez and companion Crystal Vasquez, Adam and Nathan Jackson, Sergio Jacquez; niece, Analysa Maynes; great nephews, Eric and Aaron Harrington; also numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Visitation will be Thursday, September 23, 2010 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Terrazas Funeral Chapels with Deacon Jerry Miller to recite the vigil service and holy rosary to beginning at 6 p.m. The funeral liturgy will be Friday, September 24, 2010 at 10 a.m. at Infant Jesus Catholic Church with Father Roberto Bareto officiating. The interment will follow at Hanover Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Rod, Adam and Nathan Jackson, Jake Martinez, Leo Rodriguez, Johnny Kirker and Eduardo Martinez. Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels "Trusted care for the ones you love" ~ 575-537-0777. To send condolences, visit www.terrazasfuneralchapel.com. Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on September 24, 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: Aguirre, Apodaca, Wright Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4788/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Lorenza A. Aguirre, age 79, entered eternal life Tuesday, September 21, 2010 at Mountain View Regional Medical Center. She was born June 17, 1931 in Rincon to Inocente Apodaca and Maria Hernandez Apodaca. She was a lifelong area resident and member of the Roman Catholic Church. At the time of her death she was employed by the Dona Ana Elementary School Foster Grandparent Program as a ""Grandma"" in the 3rd grade class. Visitation will begin Friday, September 24, 2010 at 5 p.m. with the prayer vigil to follow at 6 p.m. in Our Lady of Purification Catholic Church in Dona Ana. Her mass of resurrection will be on Saturday, September 25, 2010 at 9a.m. in the same church with the rite of committal and interment to follow in the Rodey Cemetery. Those to serve as casket bearers will be; Manny, Tommy and David Lopez; Jeff Shockley, Frank Musitano, Jr., Pablo Casso, Jr., Michael Lastra and Giovanna Musitano. Survivors include two sons, Albert ""Beto"" Aguirre and wife Trina of South Bluff, Nebraska; Ernesto ""Ernie"" Aguirre of Radium Springs; six daughters, Nellie Shockley and husband Gary, Ramona Musitano and husband Frank, Dolores Lopez and husband Tom, Rosemary Lastra and husband Mike, all of Las Cruces; Lupe Bassett and husband Noel of Phoenix, Arizona and Maria Teresa Martin of Smyrna, Tennessee. Other survivors include two brothers, Marcos Apodaca of Rodey; Felix Apodaca of Las Cruces; two sisters, Helen Woodward and Lucia Lopez, both of Hatch; nineteen grandchildren; fifteen great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by the parents; husband Alberto; one son, Lorenzo Aguirre; two brothers, Enrique and Juan Apodaca; one sister, Julia Wright and a granddaughter, Valerie Lastra. Entrusted to Baca's Funeral Chapels, 300 East Boutz Road, Las Cruces, 527-2222 For online condolences logon to www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.com Published in Las Cruces Sun-News from September 23 to September 24, 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: McHalffey, Reay, Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4787/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Mittie Yeuton Hood Reay McHalffey passed away in Las Cruces, NM on September 6, 2010. She was born on March 10, 1922 in Lipan, Hood County, Texas. When she was ready to entire high school she moved to Albuquerque, NM to live with her beloved sister, Lillie Mae. There she met Victor H. Reay and they were married in Albuquerque on Sept. 21, 1940. Victor renamed her "Hutie" from the song "Who's ya Hutie". She went by this nickname most of her life. Vic and Hutie moved to Lordsburg from the Hanover area when there first son, Dewey, was a toddler. They had four more children while in Lordsburg, Toni, Steve, Caron and Kelly. Hutie was a homemaker and very active in the community supporting Vic in his many civic activities. She and Vic were active members of the First United Methodist Church where she was a Sunday School teacher, UMYF leader and all around member. In 1974 Vic was transferred to Silver City, NM as manager of the Silver City District office of Texas-New Mexico Power Company. They lived there until his death in February 1975. Hutie and Kelly returned to Lordsburg to the family home. She married Garland L. McHalffey in January of 1976 and they continued to live in the family home until Garland was moved to Fort Bayard VA Hospital in Santa Clara. Hutie then moved back to Silver City to live with her daughter, Caron and family where she lived until December 2009 when she took up residence at Casa De Oro in Las Cruces, NM. While living in Silver, Hutie joined the Latter Day Saints Church in 2007. Preceeding her in death were her husbands, Victor H. Reay and Garland L. McHalffey. She is survived by her children and their spouses, Dewey and Sharon of Phoenix, AZ, Toni and Bob Lowery of Lordsburg, Steve and Barbara of Alamogordo, NM, Caron and Stephen Hill of Silver City and Kelly and Robin Braziel of San Antonio, Tx. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. A memorial service is planned for September 25, 2010 at 10am at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints on Swan Street in Silver City, New Mexico. To send condolences, please login to: www.bacasfuneralchapels.com 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: Beach, Sonntag Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4786/mb.ashx Message Board Post: 10 Sept 2010 Baca's Funeral Home Las Cruces, NM MARY BETH BEACH, 56, resident of Deming passed away peacefully at home Wednesday September 8, 2010. Cremation will take place and a celebration of her life was held at the family home. Mary Beth was born September 9, 1953 in Cameron, Texas to John Edward and Corrie Ann Sonntag. She was a homemaker and has been a resident of Deming since 1987 having previously lived in Rockdale, Texas. Mary Beth is remembered as a kind, courageous person who always gave unselfishly of herself and the blessings that she herself had received. She is survived by her husband, John S. Beach of Deming; her parents, John E. and Corrie Ann Sonntag of Rockdale, Texas; her sister, Dolores Ann Sonntag and her aunt, Sharon Littell of Rockdale, Texas. 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: Scartaccini Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4785/mb.ashx Message Board Post: James E. Scartaccini, 60, of Gila died on Friday, September 17, 2010. Services will be held today at Terrazas Funeral Chapel at 2 p.m. Reception to follow at the Buffalo Bar immediately following the service. Cremation will take place at Terrazas Crematory. Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on September 22, 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: Martinez Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4784/mb.ashx Message Board Post: David Martinez, 46, of Santa Clara died on Saturday at his home. Arrangements are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels, Santa Clara. Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on September 22, 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: Hand Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4783/mb.ashx Message Board Post: James 'Jimmy' Hand Jr., 47, of Silver City died on Friday, September 17, 2010 at La Posada Hospice Center in Las Cruces. Survivors include his mother, Carolyn Ann Luna of Fort Bayard; daughter, Kaitlynn Rose Hand, Chandler, AZ; and sisters, Johnnie Ann Baker of Silver City and Cheryl Lee Legarda of Bayard. Services will be held today at 7 p.m. at Baca's Funeral Chapels, Silver City Cremation will take place. Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on September 22, 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: Hall, Nunn Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4782/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Glenn David Hall, 48, of Las Cruces passed away Thursday, September 16, 2010. A celebration of life service will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, October 02, 2010 in Baca's Chapel of Prayer, 300 E. Boutz Road, Las Cruces. Survivors include his wife, Theresa; stepsons, Joseph and Ryan; mother, Barbara Hall; stepfather, Elwin Nunn; brother, Bryan Hall; sisters, Brenda Smith and Karen Hall. He was preceded in death by his father, Jack Hall. In lieu of flowers family requests a contribution be made to the Jack Hall Memorial Scholarship, Deming High School Guidance Office, 1100 S. Nickel, Deming NM 88030 Arrangements entrusted to Baca's Funeral Chapels of Las Cruces. 527-2222 For online condolences logon to www.bacasfuneralchapellascruces.com Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on September 22, 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: DuBois Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4781/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Henry Joseph DuBois, Sr., 75, of Las Cruces died on Wednesday at La-Posada Mesilla Valley Hospice. Survivors include his wife, Kathleen A. DuBois of Las Cruces; eight children; and numerous grandchildren. Cremation has taken place and no services are scheduled. Inurnment of cremains will take place at a later date. Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on September 22, 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: Andrews Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4780/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Lukas Christos Andrews died on September 15, 2010 after his battle with cancer. He was born on May 17, 1953 to Christos and Eleutheria Andrews in Manhattan, New York. He was preceded in death by his parents. He was raised in Athens, Greece where he acquired his primary and secondary education. He graduated from Deree College in Athens. In 1978, he obtained his graduate degree from New Mexico State University and joined the military forces. He is survived by his wife, Romelia Andrews; his children Christopher Andrews of South Bend, IN; Rachel Andrews of Anthony, NM; Carlos E. Montes and his wife Kerry; Eric Montes and his wife Misty from Houston, TX; his grandchildren, Aubrey, Bailey, Castillo, and Larren Montes; and his beloved cousin Dimitris and Lukas Tsiliphonis; Yannis and Roula from Athens, Greece. He was an honorable man who devoted his life to providing for his family. He loved philosophy, sacred music and his greek culture. He was a warm and nobel man. He will be greatly missed. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., on Saturday September 25, 2010 at La Paz - Graham's Funeral Home 555 West Amador, Las Cruces, NM. Services have been entrusted to the care of La Paz - Graham's Funeral Home 555 West Amador, Las Cruces, NM 88005. Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on September 22, 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: Kennedy, Paden, Miller Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4778/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Mary P. Kennedy passed away on September 18, 2010. A remarkable woman, she had a rich and full life. She was born on March 05, 1913 to James Bain Paden and Essie Miller Paden. She lived independently until only recently and was a true champion for the underdog and lived according to her own rules and expectations. On July 11, 1953, Mary married Bert A.C. Kennedy and they were happily married for 50 years. Bert passed away five months shy of their anniversary. Mary was an avid reader who enjoyed a wide assortment of books. She was a sociable person, enjoyed meeting people and engaging them in stimulating conversation. Mary was a graduate of the School of Mines, now known as UTEP and also attended Santa Monica City College in California. Mary was a very active lady wherever she lived. This is especially true in the city of Las Cruces where she lived for 57 years. Her name and that of her husband appears on placards throughout Las Cruces. She was appointed to the Public Housing Authority by Governor Bruce King. She succeeded in helping to establish low-cost housing for the area, two of which are Jardines Allegre and Jardines Verde. Mary co-founded the first chapter of Planned Parenthood for Dona Ana County and was its first president. She was a long- time member of St. Andrews Episcopal Church and was co-founder of its thrift shop in Old Mesilla. She had a special relationship with Reverend Scott Ruthven, and enjoyed critiquing his sermons and delivering some good-natured teasing. She was a supervisor for the US Bureau of the Census and traveled to different areas of the nation as an interviewer at a time when it was risky to be a census taker. In Las Cruces, she marched for civil rights in the early 60's. As a result, her husband Bert received a reprimand from his employer at WSMR. Mary's accomplishments are numerous and she is listed in the 1973 publication of Personalities of the West and Midwest Award. Mary had a long-standing friendship with several friends known as the "lunch bunch". They regularly met for lunch once a week, and over the years supported one another during difficult times and celebrated good times together. Mary believed exercise was important and became a member of Tom Young's Fitness Center years ago and that is where she met the ladies who became the "lunch bunch". Mary maintained her membership in the fitness center until 2007 when mobility became an issue. In her neighborhood, Mary had an exceptional friend and neighbor for over 40 years. The two ladies looked after each other, watched their children grow, and were there for each other up to Mary's Passing. Mary was a devoted and loving wife, mother and grandmother. She is survived by her three children, a daughter Betty Ann Barton, granddaughters Linda Rebstock, Cindy Arend, Suzie Smith; son, William B. Kennedy, grandsons Scott and Chuck Kennedy, daughter in law Gladys; son John L. Kennedy, daughter in law Joan, grandson Zachary Kennedy, and granddaughter Katelyn Kennedy. She was also the great grandmother of fourteen. A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held on Friday, September 24, 2010 at 10 a.m. at St. Andrews Episcopal Church. Arrangements are with La Paz-Graham's Funeral Home. To send condolences go to www.lapaz-grahams.com Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on September 22, 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: Randall, Sullivan Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4777/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Ruth Juanita "Nita" Randall, 83, of Las Cruces, NM passed away on September 19, 2010. She was born August 14, 1927 in Sylvester, Texas. Her family moved to the Hatch area when she was 5-6 years old. Her family migrated to a dryer climate in 1933 to accommodate her granny, who had tuberculosis. Born to Lester and Eliza Sullivan, she attended elementary and high school in Hatch, NM. On November 17, 1943 she met the love of her life, Robert Randall, who was a guard at the Hatch prisoner of war subcamp. They were married July 02, 1944. She was 16, and Robert was 20. They were married 66 years. She was a totally devoted wife and mother. Her family brought her the greatest joy. She is survived by her husband, Robert Randall, son, Bobby Randall, daughters Portia Morgan (John Wedel), and Martha Ewing (Eldon), eight grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren. She is also survived by four sisters Oleta Satterwhite (her twin), Joanne Smith (Arnold), Irene Fiske (Mel), Genell Turner and one brother, Lecil Sullivan. She is preceded in death by her father Lester Sullivan, mother Eliza Sullivan, sister Mildred Pierce, and son in law Larry Morgan. There will be a visitation on Thursday, September 23, 2010 at La Paz-Graham's Funeral Home 555 W. Amador from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Funeral mass will be held on Friday, September 24, also at La Paz-Graham's Funeral Home to begin at 11 a.m., with burial to follow at Hillcrest Cemetery. A reception will follow at Mesilla Park Community Church. Pallbearers will be Ryan Randall, Jason Ewing, Brad Morgan, Eldon Ewing, Bobby Randall, Eldon Ewing, and Ken Krebs. In lieu of flowers, charitable contributions can be made to the : Larry D. Morgan Endowment Fund, Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico, 301 S. Church St. Suite H, Las Cruces, NM 88001. To send condolences go to www.lapaz-grahams.com. Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on September 22, 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: Lawrence Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4775/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Arden Lawrence, 73, of Fort Bayard died on Tuesday at Fort Bayard Medical Center. Arrangements are pending with Baca's Funeral Chapel, Silver City. Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on September 16, 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: Martinez Rueda Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4774/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Gerardo "Raul" Martinez, 57, of Anthony died on Thursday at Memorial Medical Center. Survivors include his wife, Maria Concepcion Rueda Martinez of Anthony; son, Raúl Ricardo Martinez of El Paso; daughters, Priscilla Guadalupe, Mayra Alejandra, Aurora Angelina and Cindy Lucero Martinez all of Anthony; mother, Aurora Hernandez Martinez of Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico; one brother; seven sisters; one grandchild. Visitations will be held today at 6 p.m. in Baca's Funeral Chapels where the prayer vigil is scheduled for 7 p.m. Services will be held on Saturday at 11:30 a.m. in St. Anthony Catholic Church, Anthony. Burial will follow in Anthony Cemetery, Anthony. Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on September 17, 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.