This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath Surnames: Baca, Moseley Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4339/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Las Cruces Sun-News May 30, 2010 Enoch Moseley Baca, age 79, a long time resident of Caballo, NM, passed away Monday, May 24, 2010 at the Good Samaritan Society of Las Cruces, NM. He was born on 9/9/1930 in Rodey, N.M. as the first born child of Ida Belle and Elfego Baca. Enoch was a decorated veteran of the Korean War. In the Korean war Enoch earned a Battlefield commission of Lieutenant, 3 Silver stars, a Bronze star and 2 Purple Hearts for His bravery and heroic actions on the battlefield. Following service to his country, he chose law enforcement as his lifetime career. He was a Sherriff's Deputy and U.S. Marshall in New Mexico, Texas, and Arkansas. He had a "Cowboy way of life" with a true passion for animals, especially horses. Many will miss his great sense of humor, determination and many wonderful stories of life. Enoch is survived and will be dearly missed by the following immediate family members: a brother, Errol Baca of Las Cruces; two sons, Bob Baca and Richard Baca both of Las Cruces; two daughters, Diana Tatu of Fresno, CA and Stacy Baca of Denver CO; 8 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Enoch also is survived by numerous Nieces, Nephews and cousins in Las Cruces, NM, Socorro, NM, Mountainair/La Joya NM, Albuquerque, NM, Encinitas, CA, Hesperia CA and Gretna NE. We would be remiss if we didn't also mention his horse "SNUFFY", dog "BOOBOO" and cat "SMOKEY". Memorial and funeral services will be provided by Getz funeral Home at 1410 E. Bowman Ave. (corner of Bowman and Solano). Family and friends may attend the visitation and pay their last respects on Tuesday, June 1, 2010; from 5 to 7 PM. A funeral service will be held at 10 AM on Wednesday, June 2, 2010 at Getz Funeral Home and burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial gardens Cemetery. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, a donation to any Veterans fund or foundation or any organization for the protection and care of Horses, be made in Enoch's name. Pallbearers will be Bob Baca, Henry Gene O'Neil, Jason Klima, Christian Klima, Jason Walker and Jack Nevarez. Honorary Pallbearers include Errol Baca, Richard Baca, Cody James Woolf and Fredrick G. Jackson. 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 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: Thomas, Gibbs, Newby Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4338/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Las Cruces Sun News 1 June 2010 Doris Thomas AGE/DOB: 88/June 26 1921 ADDRESS: Plum Lane DOD: May 27, 2010- Carlsbad Medical Center Services for Doris Thomas will be held 10:00 am, Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at Fox and Lake Church of Christ with Terry McKean Chaplin, Lakeview Hospice officiating. Doris will be buried with her husband in Fort Gibson Military Cemetery in Oklahoma. Visitation will be from 1:00pm to 8:00pm Monday, May 31, 2010. Condolences may be expressed at westfuneralhomellc.com Doris Mildred Thomas was born to Charles A. and Susan Elizabeth (Gibbs) Newby on June 26, 1921 in Grandfield, OK. In 1939 Doris married Tommy (Bill) Thomas. Bill Thomas was killed in WWII in 1945. Doris attended Western New Mexico University where she received her Bachelor's of Science and Master of Arts Degrees. Teaching was a major focus of her life; she taught in Ruidoso grade school for four years, and then taught grade school classes for over thirty three years in Douglas Arizona, and seven years at Cochise Junior College. Doris also taught in Vienna, Austria in a volunteer program. For many years she did volunteer tutoring in reading and English as a Second Language. Even after her retirement from teaching, she still volunteered at Hillcrest Elementary School and the Ann Wood Literacy Center. She moved to Carlsbad in 1997 and was a member of Fox and Lake Church of Christ. Christianity was the central part of her life, and a part of this was her correspondence teaching ! in the World Bible School. Doris is survived by: her son Tom Thomas and his wife Carol, of Las Cruces, New Mexico, granddaughter Lisa Hudson, and grandson David Thomas, and six great grandchildren. 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: Jimenez, Young Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4337/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Las Cruces Sun News 22 May 2010 ALBERT "BIRDIE" Y. JIMENEZ, 54, of Las Cruces and formerly of Bayard entered eternal life Tuesday, May 18, 2010. He was born October 12, 1955 in Silver City to Albert A. Jimenez and Ramona Young. Birdie as he was fondly known to family and friends attended Cobre High School and joined the US Army upon his graduation in 1973. He was a paratrooper with the 82nd Airborne Division. After his military discharge, he came back to Bayard and attended WNMU, where he received his welder's certification. Birdie worked for the U.S. Forrest Service, Ft. Bayard National Cemetery, Phelps Dodge and various construction jobs. For the past 15 years he lived in Las Cruces as a retiree. Survivors include his two daughters, Yolanda and Viola Jimenez; his mother, Ramona Young Sterling all of Las Cruces; his father, Albert Jimenez and wife, Martha of Bayard; one brother, Charles Jimenez of Tucson, Arizona; six sisters, Cathy Horcasitas of Hanover, Sherri Sanchez of Tucson, Arizona, Misty Sterling of Pecos, Texas, Carolyn Ortiz, Suzanne Jimenez and Nancy Lopez all of Silver City. Other survivors include his grandchildren, Antonio Holguin, Heather Jimenez, Onti, Clotario and Manuel Holguin; his maternal grandmother, Chonita Young of Hanover; his step-father, Harvey G. Sterling and step-grandmother, Nita Baker of Las Cruces, as well as the mother of his daughters, Debbie Jimenez. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Johnny and Steven Jimenez, maternal grandfather, Manuel Young and paternal grandparents. Cremation will take place and a Memorial Mass will be held at 11 AM, Monday, May 24, 2010 in St. Anthony Catholic Church, in Fierro with Deacon Bill Holguin, officiating. The Rite of Committal and Inurnment will follow in the Fierro Cemetery. 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, Salinas, Hernandez Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4336/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Las Cruces Sun News 22 May 2010 God sent an angel to earth to care for us and protect us. Since then this Angel has sung, laughed and said the sweetest words we could ever hear and most importantly has taught us to love and care for each other and put our hands together to talk to the Lord. Our Angel sent from heaven, EUFEMIA "KENA" GARCIA, 79, was a mom, wife, grandmother, sister and friend and was called upon the Lord on Thursday, May 20, 2010. She was born November 15, 1930 to Jesus Salinas and Lucia Hernandez in Guadalupe Victoria, Meoqui, Chihuahua, Mexico and was a longtime resident of San Miguel. Survivors include her loving husband, Daniel Garcia of the family home; a son, Jaime Garcia and wife Kim of Anthony; three daughters, Margaret Flores and husband Danny of San Miguel, Maria Garcia of Las Cruces, Lucy Ontiveros and husband Frank of Grand Prairie, Texas; two brothers, Jesus Salinas of Meoqui, Chihuahua, Mexico; Roberto Salinas of Fort Worth, Texas; four sisters, Maria Luisa Trujillo of Albuquerque; Sofia Baeza of Ciudad Delicias, Chihuahua, Mexico, Juana Meza of Meoqui, Chihuahua, Mexico and Angela Balderrama of Minnesota. Other survivors include twelve grandchildren, Jaime Vitolas, Ruben and Michael Garcia, Vanessa Rodriguez, Daniel and Marco Flores, Kendra Garcia, Victoria Terrazas, Josh, Justin, Stephanie and Destanie Ontiveros; four great grandchildren, Kasie Evans, Alexia and Alyssa Thomison and Nathaniel Garcia. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Mario and Luis Salinas; two sisters, Fortunata Hernandez and Emilia Sanchez. Visitation for Kena will begin at 5 PM Sunday, May 23, 2010 in San Miguel Catholic Church, 19217 S. Highway 28 where the Prayer Vigil is scheduled for 6 PM. Family and Friends will join together to celebrate the Funeral Mass at 10 AM Monday, May 24, 2010 in the same church with Bishop Ricardo Ramirez officiating. The Rite of Committal and Interment will follow in the San Miguel cemetery where she will be laid to rest. Serving as casket bearers will be Robert Trujillo, Ruben, Francisco and Michael Garcia, Josh and Justin Ontiveros, Daniel and Marco Flores. Entrusted to Baca's Funeral Chapels. 527-2222 Your exclusive providers for "Veterans and Family Memorial Care." To send condolences online log onto www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.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: Sullivan, Burke, Watson Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4335/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Las Cruces Sun News 21 May 2010 Dr. Lee Ann Sullivan, of El Paso, Texas and formerly of Las Cruces passed away as she slept at her home, Sunday, May 16, 2010. She was born in Albuquerque on February 3, 1960 to Robert and Wilma Sullivan. Lee was an exceptional scholar earning her Bachelor of Business Administration in Economics in 1983; Master of the Arts in Interdisciplinary Program concentrations in business administration, counseling and educational psychology in 1987; and a Doctorate of Philosophy majoring in curriculum and instruction with a minor in bilingual education in 1998, all from New Mexico State University. She was a loving and gifted mother and friend. She cherished traveling the country and globe to explore new cultures, enjoyed various outdoor activities including hiking, skiing and caring for her beloved dogs. Lee was a devoted catholic and once held a position at her church, Immaculate Heart of Mary Cathedral of Las Cruces. She is survived by her daughter, Jessica M. Burke Watson of Little Rock, Arkansas and numerous cousins and aunts. She lives on in all those she touched in life as a counselor and as a dedicated friend. Lee was preceded in death by her parents, brother, Mike Sullivan and daughter, Stephanie A. Burke. A Memorial Service will be held at 10 AM Saturday, May 22, 2010 in the Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Mausoleum, 5140 W. Picacho Avenue with Reverend Donald Adamski officiating. The family asks that all condolences be sent in Lee's name to the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation online at www.christopherreeve.org or by mail to the Reeve Foundation, 636 Morris Turnpike, Suite 3A, Short Hills, NJ 07078 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: Ackerman, Grall, Klajbor Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4334/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Las Cruces Sun News 21 May 2010 BETTY K. ACKERMAN, 87, of Las Cruces entered eternal life Tuesday, May 18, 2010 at the Heritage Assisted Living. She was born October 8, 1922 in Antigo, Wisconsin to Stanley and Anna Grall Klajbor. Mrs. Ackerman was a homemaker and a member of the Roman Catholic Church. Survivors include two sons, Thomas M. Ackerman and wife, Ingegerd of Florida and Robert E. Ackerman of California; two daughters, Kathi J. Welch and husband, Don of Las Cruces and Martha Ann Duer and husband, Steve of Dallas, Texas; one sister, Jane Ostermaier of Wisconsin. Other survivors include six grandchildren, Jason Welch, Mark Ackerman, Alan Ackerman, Tim Thomas, Amanda Machen and Sarah Duer. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Emery Carl Ackerman. Visitation for Mrs. Ackerman will begin at 6 PM, Thursday, May 20, 2010 in Baca's Chapel of Prayer, 300 E. Boutz Road, where the Funeral Service is scheduled for 7 PM. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11 AM, Friday, May 21, 2010 at the Heritage Assisted Living, 854 Lettuce Lane. The Graveside Service will follow at 2 PM, the same afternoon at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery where she will be laid to rest. The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to Alaina Johnson and the loving staff at the Heritage Assisted Living for the care given to Betty. Entrusted to Baca's Funeral Chapels of Las Cruces. 527-2222 Exclusive providers for "Veteran's and Family Memorial Care." To send condolences online log onto www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.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: Dietzman, Tervenn Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4333/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Las Cruces Sun News 21 May 2010 ARLO L. DIETZMAN, 88, a longtime resident of Deming passed away Monday May 17, 2010 at Mimbres Memorial Nursing Home. A graveside service will be this Thursday, May 20th, 2010 at 2 o'clock in the afternoon at Mountain View Cemetery with Reverend Paul Temple, Pastor of Bethel Baptist Church officiating. Arlo was born October 14, 1921 in Redfield, South Dakota to Byrl and Bena (Terveen) Dietzman. He graduated from High School in Montibello, California and it was there that he met the love of his life, Gladys Weddle, who would be his loving wife for the next 66 years. He served his country honorably in the United States Navy and came to Deming in 1959 from Capistrano Beach, California. Arlo was instrumental in bringing to Deming the Tilden Tool Company which was established in the Deming Industrial Park. Locally, he also worked at the New Mexico State Highway Departmentfor 20 years where he was a Maintenance Supervisor. He retired from there in 1985. Arlo was a longtime member of Bethel Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon. He is survived by his loving wife, Gladys M. Dietzman of Deming; twin sons, Neal Dietzman and his wife Ginny of Mesa, AZ, and Carl Dietzman of Rio Rancho, NM; 1 brother, Dale C. Dietzman of Bishop, CA; 5 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren; a sister in law, Dorothy Wechsler and her husband Dr. Sheldon Wechsler of Berkley, CA, and a brother in law, Lawrence J. Weddle and his wife Virginia of Hermosa Beach, CA. Honorary bearers are all of his good friends. Entrusted to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels. Exclusive provider for "Veterans & Family Memorial Care". To sign the online guest book or to send a card, please visit our website at www.bacasfuneralchapels.com. 811 S. Gold Ave., Deming, NM 88030. Phone: 575.546.9671 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: Black, Henkel, Dean, Houghton Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4332/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Las Cruces Sun News 21 May 2010 Glady Mary Dean Houghton Black Our feisty little Mom and Grandma left this world, Monday, May 17, 2010 at the age of 98. Gladys was born in Coos Bay, Oregon on April 06, 1912 To William and Marie Henkel Dean and was the eldest of five sisters. She married Harold "Red" Houghton (the love of her life) in 1933. Gladys lived the life of a logger's wife, moving from camp to camp, living in tents, but always had her peddle operated sewing machine with her to make all the family's clothing. On D- Day, June 06, 1944, Gladys and "Red" welcomed their son, Charles Dean Houghton "Charlie" into the family. In 1949, they adopted 7 year old Barbara to make their family complete. The Houghton family traveled the western U.S, from French Gulch, California to Myrtle Creek and Winston, Oregon. They eventually settled in Juneau, Alaska. A logging accident in 1953 claimed the life of Glady's beloved "Red". Needing to be closed to family and friends, Gladys, with no driver license and little driving experience, loaded up the family's flat fender jeep, heading for Oregon and was the last vehicle on the Alcan highway before it closed for winter. Gladys would steer and Charlie would shift on command. This adventure took them to Oakland, California and on to Albuquerque, New Mexico. By 1958, Gladys and the kids were in Las Cruces, where she worked at White Sands Proving Ground in the Motor Pool. She met and married Robert "Bob" Black in 1960. Gladys and Bob continue the adventures with travels to Mexico, camping excursions and their famous fishing trips. Gladys was a phenomenal artist and seamstress. Her crafts ranged from Ceramics, oil paintings, wood working to quilting. She loved to teach her crafts to anyone willing to learn. Gladys was as avid reader from an early age. Her theory was that if you could read a story, you could go anywhere without ever leaving your home. She loved animals and had quite a menagerie of pets from dogs, cats, and birds of all sorts, fish and probably a few unknowns. Gladys is survived by her son Charlie Houghton and wife Helen of Las Cruces; Daugther Barbara Hailer of Roswell, NM.; step son, Tommy Black of Dona Ana, NM.; Sister Marie Anderson of Petaluma, CA, Betty Hoover and husband Carl of Santa Rosa, CA; Grandchildren Gayle Houghton Castle and husband Richard, Jeanette Dunaway, Barbara Maxey and husband Curtis of Las Cruces; Judy MacDougal, Linda Drusendahl of Roswell, NM; Billy Hailer and wife Laura of Portales, NM; Jimmy Black and wife Rosita of Dona Ana, NM, Robert Black Jr., Brian Black of Las Cruces, NM and Johnny Black of Albuquerque, NM. Great grand-children Brittany, Ashley, Hillaree, Brennon, Crystal, Cory, Sky and Seth. Great-great grandchildren Ceriah, Rachel, Zack, Jonathon, and Damien. Numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Red Houghton and Bob Black; Step son Bobby black; sisters Zuefild and June Ingman of Coos Bay, Oregon; Brother in law Valdy Ingman and Grandson Shane! Lyle. 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, Tafoya Apodaca Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4331/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Las Cruces Sun News 21 May 2010 Inez "Nacy" A. Martinez, 82, passed away on May 16, 2010 at Mountain View Regional Medical Center in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Nacy was born on May 28, 1927 in Cuchillo, New Mexico to Arturo and Remedios (Tafoya) Apodaca. She was a homemaker and a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church and the Ladies Council. Nacy was an Elementary Foster Grandparent and a member of the TorC Parkinson's Support Group. Nacy is survived by her daughters - Eva & husband, Sonny Valenzuela; Pat Bellestri Martinez and the late Mario Bellestri; Bernice & Anthony Chavez; Gilda Beresford; Diana & Frankie Luchini; by grandchildren - Victor, Stephen & Michelle Valenzuela; Max Bellestri, Briana Chavez; Cara Beresford, Senika Tyk and Yvonne Luchini; by her 8/great-grandchildren; a brother, Frank Apodaca & wife, Jeanette and sister at heart - Hermila Romero, many loving nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elfego P. Martinez. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, May 20, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church with Rev. Don Hyatt, CSB officiating. Rite of Committal and Interment will follow in the Vista Memory Gardens Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be made to the TorC Parkinson Support Group c/o P. O. Box 324, Truth or Consequences, NM 87901. Arrangements are by Kirikos Family Funeral Home, Inc. 303 N. Cedar St. 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: Vocale, Garzia, Panzone Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4330/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Las Cruces Sun News 21 May 2010 Longtime Luna County resident Grace (Grazia) Panzone Vocale died May 14 at the home her husband built for their family more than 70 years ago. True to her name, she passed gracefully into that good night. She was 94. Grace Panzone was born Aug. 19,1915 to Michele Panzone and Angela Mastrovalerio in San Nicandro Garganico province of Foggia, Italy. After her formative schooling, Grace took sewing lessons from a tailor who taught her the fine art of detailing visible in the beautiful clothes Grace sewed for herself and later for her three daughters. When not in sewing lessons, Grace's mother taught her to make the crusty Italian bread that would serve as a hallmark of her cooking skills when she married and moved to Deming. When Grace was 16, she and her future husband, Emanuel Vocale, began a long distance courtship through their mutual parents that would span five years and nine time zones. Although Grace had known Emanuel from childhood, neither had seen the other since Emanuel and his mother sailed for America in 1926 to join his father. The courtship resulted in a marriage celebrated in San Nicandro on Jan. 16, 1937. After their marriage, the couple planned to return to Deming together in April. But remaining in Italy became unsafe for Emanuel, now an American citizen traveling on a three-month visa. World War II was looming and Benito Mussolini was declaring all Italians the world over repatriated to serve in the Italian military. Emanuel left a heart-broken Grace two days before Mussolini's men came calling. A frightened Grace sailed to America alone in April. Grace and Emanuel arrived in Deming by train at 10 in the morning on Apr. 28, 1937. They were met by Emanuel's parents Carmela and Nunzio (Nick) Vocale who, Grace later wrote, "Welcomed me into their arms, their home, their lives. My new life began." Through Emanuel's parents, Grace made many friends. Although she spoke not one word of English, she said she recognized friendship in the faces of Deming residents. Soon Grace began wowing her new friends with her culinary skills. Her homemade crusty bread won friends near, far, and wide. Her pizza became legendary as "Grace's Pizza." With Grace's pizza and crusty Italian bread and Emanuel's homemade wine, husband and wife graciously entertained their friends in true Italian tradition. As the years passed, Grace and Emanuel continued to celebrate the relationships they enjoyed with their friends by delivering fresh fruit from their private orchard and fresh vegetables from their private garden. Grace and Emanuel never forgot their friends. Whether their friends were ailing or whether they were aging, the couple always found time to visit their friends. Grace would take a little eggplant or a little zucchini and always, always her fresh bread. She and Emanuel maintained the tradition of food and drink and friendship their entire lives. Despite her busy household, Grace was active in Garden Club where she displayed her beautiful irises and peonies. She was also active in Mimbres Hospital Auxiliary, Rotary Anns, Golden Gossip, P.E.O, and the Country Store bazaar at Holy Family Catholic Church. Grace and Emanuel moved into their current home on the farm west of Deming in 1939. While Emanuel grew the farm operation, Grace managed the household. Both Emanuel and Grace stressed the value of education to their children and the gift of US citizenship the children acquired by simply being born in the United States. The couple remained proud U.S. citizens and residents of Deming, Luna County, New Mexico throughout their lives. Grace was preceded in death by infant son Nunzio, adult son Carl Emanuel, and beloved husband Emanuel. She is survived by daughters Nellie Vocale Rabidoux (Ken), Gloria Vocale Moskowitz (Sy), and Mary Lou Vocale. Grandchildren Julie and John E. Janecka; David, Richard, and Sharon Vocale. Great grandchildren Ryan, Courtney, Bailee, and Drake Janecka; Richelle, Jada, and Cara Vocale; Gabriel and Diego Freire. Devoted sisters-in-law Rose Vocale Haferkamp (Hugh) and Anne Vocale Butterfield (Bernie). Nephews Nazarrio Vocale, Michele Di Maggio, and Michele, Matteo, and Antonio Cristino of Italy. Nieces Carmela Torella, Rosina Soccio, and Maria Sticozzi of Italy. Niece Angelina Figliola of Australia. Friends are invited to greet the family at 5 p.m. today at Baca's Chapel. Patricia Salesses will lead the Rosary immediately thereafter. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at Holy Family Catholic Church at 11 a.m. Thursday. Father Enrique Lopez Escalera will officiate. Concluding services and interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for contributions in Grace's name to Mimbres Valley Hospice at 113 N. Pearl, Deming, N.M. 88030; and to Holy Family Catholic Church at 615 S. Copper St. Condolences may be addressed in care of 1830 Anderson Drive, Las Cruces, N.M. 88001. Serving as pallbearers are Tommy Brdecko, Paolo D'Andrea, Don Hartman, Stanley Jackson, Tom Lindsay, and Jerry Zachek. Serving as honorary pallbearers are Golden Gossip members Jody McSherry, Gertrude and Geraldine Kretek, Sally Zachek, Genevieve Hyatt, Beverly Kostelnik, Mary Sweetser, Liz Davis, Katy Hofacket, Virginia Pool, Dona Irwin, Jacki Williams, Kathleen Cook, and Suzanne Lundy; and longtime friends Jan Sherman, Kathy Jackson, Helen Covey, Lauren Nunn, Sylvia D'Andrea, Linda Lindsay, Diane Stewart, Suzie Clark, Barbara Harrelson, Janette Smith, Kathy Von Ende, Jacki Williams, Jackie Davis, Cheryl Hartman, Dolores Hudgens, Sadie Mann, Sylvia Ligocky, Byron Reed, Russell Baker, Richard Barclay. 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: Franco, Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4329/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Getz Funeral Home 20 May 2010 Our Beloved son, brother and uncle passed away on Sunday, May 16, 2010. Jesus Manuel Franco (Manny) was born to Jesse and Virginia Franco on November 29, 1961 in Oceanside, CA. Growing up, Manny was a four sport athlete, talented musician and gifted artist. He attended the University of New Mexico on a Presidential Academic Scholarship. He eventually received an Associate's Degree in political science with an honor in math from Eastern New Mexico University. He was a devout Catholic with a life ling dream of joining the Priesthood. He was most recently employed with Tresco Industries. Manny truly optimized the meaning of kindhearted. He loved to participate in the locally held charity walk/runs. Manny always had kind words for everyone. Even though he suffered with a debilitating mental illness, one never heard any complaints. We were blessed to have such a wonderful, selfless person in our lives. He graced us with his strength, faith and unconditional love. Manny is with ou! r Lord and will suffer no longer. Manny is survived by his parents Jesse and Virginia Franco, Ceila, Steve, Matthew and Andrew Welsch. Didra, Randy, and Luke Chavez. Gabe, Lisa, Megan, Preston, and Jacob Franco. Cyra, Ken, Jessi, and Kennedy Gutierrez. He is preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents and his niece Isabella grace Franco. A visitation will be held today Thursday May 20, 2010 from 5 to 7 pm at Getz Funeral Home where a prayer vigil will follow at 7 pm. Manny's funeral mass to celebrate his life will be at 10:00 am on Friday May 21, 2010 at St. Albert the Great Newman Center with Fr. Mitch Dowalgo officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donation is made directly to St. Albert the Great Newman Center in honor of Manny. 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: Dean, O'Shee Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4328/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Las Cruces Sun News 18 May 2010 She got it right. Margaret Ida O'Shee Dean lived life her way, right up to her passing on May 14, at 85 years young. Growing up an asthmatic child of Patrick and Anna Aertker O'Shee in the swamps of Alexandria, Louisiana, "snatchin' 'gators with the boys," she dreamed of some day heading west, to drier air and. "fewer damn trees! Where a body can actually see farther than fifty yards. And no stinkin' kudzu creepin' all over everything!" As young women during WWII, she and older sister, Hazel, worked as Rosie Riveters at a war plant in Dallas, TX, assembling P-39 "Lightning" fighter aircraft, while younger brother John served in the military. Following V-J Day, and the subsequent termination of most of the U.S. female workforce, at the age of 22 she finally did head west. White Sands Proving Grounds hired her in 1947 as a clerk-typist, where she was fortunate enough to be part of the beginning of the "space race." As a WSMR pioneer, she was included in the 1985 PBS documentary "First It Fizzled, Then It Flew," sharing many (colorful) stories of the V-2 rocket tests, and her associations with notables such as Clyde Tombaugh and Vernher von Braun. Oh, yes, and while at White Sands, she also married the boss, Personnel Department chief Roy L. Dean. In 1952, and with a new baby girl in tow, they moved to Guam through the Civil Service, where Roy was again personnel officer. After a couple of escapade-filled years, they returned to the mainland for stints in Florida, Oklahoma and eventually back to Las Cruces and the home Roy had built with his own hands, in 1951. Craving more overseas adventure, they moved to Subic Bay Naval Base, Republic of the Philippines in 1967. During their three years' stay, Margaret and Roy visited Hong Kong, Taiwan, Guam, Thailand and Japan, as well as the many outlying South Pacific islands. Margaret worked in the production office of the motion picture "Too Late The Hero," becoming the friend and confidant of the starring actors, and later volunteered at the Subic Bay hospital, caring for the wounded soldiers serving in Viet Nam, only 800 miles away. Returning to the United States in 1970, Margaret helped found the Mesilla Valley Iris Society. Hybridizing over 600 iris varieties and as a test-garden for Schreiner's Gardens, her yard was always a breath-taking April showcase. "Queen of Show" awards became commonplace. Growing flowers and sharing her horticulture knowledge were her first loves. Her second were RVing and fishing throughout the western U.S., Canada and northern Mexico with Roy, when he retired in 1973. Having given away tens of thousands of cuttings and rhizomes, over the decades Margaret has spread beauty around the world. Throughout her travels and exploits, she saw and experienced most of it. Yep, she got it right. Survivors include daughter Melody Dean Groves and husband Myke, of Albuquerque, NM; granddaughter Erin Groves Montoya, husband Victor Ray and greatgrandsonsColton and Mykael of Anthony, NM; granddaughter Haley Groves Crawford and husband Adam, of Albuquerque, NM. Donations may be made to the Mesilla Valley Iris Society c/o Ann Colwell, 905 W. Taylor, Las Cruces, N. M. 88007. A celebration of life for both Margaret and Roy, who preceded her in 2002, is being planned for June 11, 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: Clark, Jaquez, Duarte Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4327/mb.ashx Message Board Post: La Paz - Graham's Funeral Home 17 May 2010 Dolores J. Clark, 96, passed away at her home in Fairacres on Friday, May 14, 2010. Dolores was born to Antonio Jaquez and Felicitas Duarte on April 27, 1914. Dolores is survived by her sons; Ramon Clark of Hatch, Celso Clark (Linda) of Fairacres, Armando Clark (Elena) of Chandler, Arizona, Hector Clark of Fairacres. Daughters; Nieves Licon of Fairacres and Laura Carbajal of Las Cruces. 31 grandchildren, 52 great grandchildren and 30 great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband; Celso Clark, sons; Daniel, Adan, and George Clark all of Las Cruces, daughter; Mary Valencia, brothers; Francisco, Jorge, Santiago Jaquez of Silver City, grandsons; Reggie Licon, Lydy Rae Clark and granddaughter; Marie Bernadette Clark. Pallbearers are Celso Clark Jr., Armando Clark, Laurence Lincon, Raul Carbajal, Martin Clark, Rafita Dominguez. Dolores will lie in state at La Paz - Graham's Funeral Home Chapel from 6 - 7 PM, with a rosary to begin at 7:00 P.M. on Wednesday, May 19, 2010. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Genevieves Catholic Church on Thursday, May 20, 2010 at 10:00 A.M. with interment to follow at St. Joseph's Cemetery. Arrangements are with La Paz - Graham's Funeral Home, 555 W. Amador. To send the Clark family condolences log on to www.lapaz-grahams.com. 526-6891. 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: Rubio, Garcia Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4326/mb.ashx Message Board Post: La Paz - Graham's Funeral Home 17 May 2010 Teresa M. Garcia Rubio, 63, of Hatch passed away on Sunday " Mothers Day" May 9, 2010 at Memorial Medical Center . Teresa was loved by all who knew her, she was a wonderful mother and grandmother. Teresa was born September 21, 1946 in Las Cruces New Mexico to Ruben and Francisca Garcia. She is survived by her husband of 16 years Jose Angel Rubio, her sons Tony and Frank Garcia, her daughters Carla Garcia Monica "Darlene" Gonzalez, Christina Garcia and Emilia Ortega Garcia. Her two brothers Joe and Ruben Garcia and one sister Juliana Garcia. Her grandchildren Daniwla Garcia, Mayhayla Hipolito, Benito Garcia, Joselyn Gonzalez, Jose Gonzalez, Santiago Garcia and Isaiah Castillo. Funeral services will be held Friday May 14,2010 at 2:00 p.m., at Our Lord of Mercy Catholic Church, at her request cremation has taken place, and burial of her ashes will be held at the Placitas Cemetery at a later date. Services have been entrusted to the care of La Paz - Graham's Funeral Home 555 West Amador, Las Cruces New Mexico . 88005 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: Dunn, Moss Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4325/mb.ashx Message Board Post: La Paz-Graham's Funeral Home 17 May 2010 Andrew Wayne Dunn died suddenly on Saturday, May 8, 2010 with his wife, Mary, at his side. Born August 20, 1934 in Goodnight, Texas to Milton and Nevada Moss Dunn, Wayne spent most of his life in the Texas Panhandle and Southern New Mexico. He graduated from Goodnight (TX) High School in 1951, Clarendon (TX) Junior College in 1953, and attended Texas Tech in Lubbock, Texas where he met the love of his life on July 1, 1954. They were married December 17 of that year. Wayne proudly served his country in the US Army for 6 years, including Active Duty, Army Reserve and Standby Reserve. He most recently worked for Alamo Pipe and Supply, Ace Hardware, and was employed by Southwest Highway Escort Service at the time of his death. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers Truman and Bob, and 2 infant sisters. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Mary, his son Randy and wife Tanya of Lebanon, Missouri, 3 Grandsons Shaun (Sara) of Clinton, Missouri, Brent and Kyle Dunn of Lebanon, Missouri, and two great grandsons Haydin and Maddox. Special thanks go to the Las Cruces Fire Department, EMS and Paramedics for their valiant efforts on our behalf. Additionally, special thanks are extended to Don and Carole Goodall, Bob Reeves, Jim Mealy, and all of the people at DVPT. A celebration of his life will be held on Wednesday, May 12th at 2:00 pm in the Chapel at La Paz-Graham's Funeral Home, 555 Amador. 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: Skinner Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4324/mb.ashx Message Board Post: La Paz-Graham's Funeral Home 17 May 2010 Richard "Ron" Skinner, 68, passed away May 2, 2010. He was a US Navy Veteran and graduate of University of Southern Mississippi. A resident of Las Cruces for 37 years, he was a member of University United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife Janice, his son Will and daughter-in-law Irene, daughter Melissa, brother Anthony, and his neices Kandy and Dawn. He is preceded in death by his father, Richard and mother, Mary. Viewing for Richard will begin at 12:00pm on Friday, May 7, 2010 at La Paz-Graham's Funeral Home 555 W. Amador. The funeral service is scheduled to begin at 2:00pm, also on Friday, May 7, 2010. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Cemetery. Officiating will be Pastor Doug Jones 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: Miller, Hoffman, Meny, Salopek Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4323/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Getz Funeral Home 17 May 2010 After a long and courageous battle with Acute Myelogenous Leukemia, Lynette Elizabeth Hoffman Miller of Sellersburg, Indiana, is finally at peace. She died in her loving husband's arms and surrounded by her loving family in Las Cruces, NM on May 10, 2010 at the age of 38. Lynette was born March 20, 1972 in Albuquerque, NM to Bill and Elizabeth Hoffman. The family moved to Las Cruces in 1980 where Lynette grew up and went to school. She graduated from Mayfield High School in 1990 and from New Mexico State University in 1995 with a degree in Hospitality and Tourism. Lynette was actively involved in the Women's Republican Party and was dedicated to educating people about wellness. She was on the board of St. Joe on the Hill Catholic Church in Sellersburg, Indiana. Lynette's favorite color was green and loved stamping and making her own greeting cards, going to wellness conventions with her mother and sister, and listening to her favorite singer, Toby Keith. Lynette also taught Sunday school and enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Most of all, Lynette loved being a wife and mother. Lynette married the love of her life, Chuck Ryan Miller, on September 16, 1995 in Las Cruces, NM. They lived a wonderful life together that was filled with ! laughter and happiness. On October 26, 2007, Lynette and Chuck were blessed with their daughter, Cambrelyn Elizabeth Miller. Cambrelyn, who is two years old, was the joy of Lynette's life. Lynette is survived by her loving husband Chuck Miller, daughter Cambrelyn, parents Bill and Elizabeth Hoffman, sister Trinette (Jason) Dixon, paternal grandmother Ann Hoffman and father and mother-in-law Dr. Robert and Lois Miller. She is also survived by her nieces and nephews, numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandmother Margaret Ann Meny Salopek and her paternal grandfather retired Lieutenant Colonel Harold S. Hoffman. Visitation will from 5 to 7 P.M. on Wednesday May 12, 2010 at Getz Funeral Home where the prayer vigil will follow at 7 P.M. The funeral liturgy will be at 1 P.M. on Thursday May 13, 2010 at Holy Cross Catholic Church. Officiating will be Father John W. Curran from St. Joseph Hill Catholic Church in Sellersburg, Indiana. At her request cremation will follow. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Lynette Miller Fund, Account Number 0502097201, 1st New Mexico Bank, 3000 E. Lohman Ave., Las Cruces, NM 88011 for Cambrelyn Miller's education; or make donations in Lynette's name to St. Elizabeth's Maternity Center, 601 E. Market St., New Albany, IN 47150. 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: Chew, Flowers Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4322/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Getz Funeral Home 17 May 2010 Kenneth "Mac" Chew, 77, of Las Cruces, NM died Saturday May 8, 2010 at Mountain View Regional Medical Center. He was born August 26, 1932 in El Paso, TX to K.C. and Peg Chew. Known as Mac by all his friends and family, he was also referred to as "an Irishman not a Chinaman" and "Silly Papa" by his grandchildren. Mac was in the Newspaper delivery business and delivered papers for 32 years here in Las Cruces. During this time he also owned the Emmy Water Corporation. After retiring from the Newspaper and Water business, Mac started working with KOBE as an Advertising Sales Person and with Petley Studios selling post cards and souvenirs. He then opened Chew Agency where Mac and his wife Pat owned and operated it for many years, selling post cards and souvenirs as well. Mac was a member of the Central Assembly of God Church, and was also a member of the Masonic Tularosa Lodge receiving his 50 year pin in 2006. Mac loved being outdoors hunting, fishing, or just taking the grandch! ildren for a mountain ride. His favorite place was his cabin up in Cloudcroft in Wills Canyon. Mac will be remembered by many people as their first boss. He gave many kids their first paper route and summer jobs. Mac will be missed by his family, but his big giving heart will never be forgotten. He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years Pat of the family home, three sons, Jim Wallace and wife Carol of Albuquerque, NM; Stanley Flowers and wife Delia of Las Cruces, NM; Ed Chew and wife Kathie of La Luz, NM; three daughters, Loretta Dorsey of Ft. Worth, TX; Gail Flowers Kite and husband Paul of Mountainair, NM; and Karen Witte and husband Dave of Lynden, WA. He is also survived by two sisters, Tenna Kay Bradshaw and husband Bob of Vado, NM; Jane Deckert and husband Gordon of Oklahoma City, OK and by 20 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild. A visitation will be held from 5-7 PM on Wednesday May 12, 2010 at Getz Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday May 13, 2010 at Central Assembly of God Church. Cremation will follow services at the church. Officiating will be Rev. Charles Tucker. In Lieu of flowers the family would like donations made to The Gideons International in Mac's name. Either on line at Gideons.org or by giving to The Gideons International in care of Central Assembly of God 370 Boutz Rd Las Cruces, NM 88005. 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: Jirka, Miley Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4321/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Getz Funeral Home 17 May 2010 Beata Jirka, 67, of Las Cruces died May 9, 2010. She is survived by her soul mate Harry Miley; her three sons Charles, Clifton and Craig; her 2 dogs Buster and Mikey. She will be missed greatly by her loved ones and all of her many friends. Memorial Service to celebrate her life will be at 2:00 PM on Monday, May 17, 2010 at Getz Funeral Home with Pastor Max Diemer officiating. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Cowboys for Cancer Research, PO Box 202, Dona Ana, New Mexico 88032 (575) 524-0475. 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: Ramos, Munoz, Herrera Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4320/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Las Cruces Sun News 17 May 2010 It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother and sister, SANTOS H. RAMOS, 76, of Anthony, on Monday, May 10, 2010. She was born on November 1, 1933 in La Union, to Manuel and Maria Muñoz Herrera. Mrs. Ramos was a homemaker and a communicant at St. Anthony's Roman Catholic Church. She was a member of the Red Hat Society and the VFW Post 4384 Ladies Auxiliary. Those left to mourn her passing include her loving husband of fifty-eight years, Raul M. Ramos of the family home; four sons, Raul Ramos Jr., Rafael Ramos and wife Yolanda all of Anthony, Ray Ramos and wife Colleen of Chaparral, Roy Ramos and wife Ana P. of El Paso, Texas; three daughters, Rachel Stohlman and husband Ken of Pinetop, Arizona, Ramona Lane and husband Jimmy of Albuquerque, Ruby Jimenez and husband Ronald of El Paso, Texas; a sister, Ramona Molina and husband Ben of Phoenix, Arizona. Other survivors include eighteen grandchildren; twenty great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Alfredo and Manuel Herrera Jr. Visitation for Mrs. Ramos will begin at 6 PM Friday, May 14, 2010 in St. Anthony's Catholic Church, 224 Lincoln Avenue where the Prayer Vigil is scheduled for 7 PM. The Funeral Mass will follow immediately thereafter with Reverend Andres Alava officiating. Cremation will follow and inurnment of cremains will take place at a later date. Serving as casket bearers will be René, Robert and Roy Ramos Jr., Orlando Lane, Tomas Cano and John Martin. Honorary casket bearers are Jesse Jimenez, Richard and Manuel Molina. The Ramos family has entrusted their loved one to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels of Las Cruces. 527-2222 Your exclusive providers for "Veteran's and Family Memorial Care." To send condolences online log onto www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.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.