This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath Surnames: Brown, Impey Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4228/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Lapaz-Graham Funeral Home 9 April 2010 Stuart Cameron Brown died peacefully at home in Las Cruces on Thursday, April 8th. He was fifty-three. Stuart was born at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, on June 21, 1955. He was the son of E. A. Brown and Mary Impey Brown, and is survived by his father, E, A, "Dub" Brown, his stepmother, Janet Brown, his brother, Bruce, his two sisters, Sharon and Linda, his stepbrother, Alex Brown, his stepsister, Leila Eminson, his wife, Leslie Coutant, and by many other relatives and friends. Stuart received his undergraduate degree in English Literature at Columbia, Missouri. He went on to receive a Master's degree in Poetry from the Creative Writing program at the University of Arizona in Tucson, Arizona. He then completed a PhD. in Rhetoric at the University of Arizona in Tucson. After completing the degree, Stuart came to New Mexico State University as a faculty member in the Department of English, where he served in various capacities-- as a professor, scholar, and administrator. He was a seminal figure in his chosen field, a valued teacher and mentor to his students, and a respected colleague to many of his fellow professionals. Stuart was also a volunteer fire fighter and EMT, serving with both the Timberon Volunteer Fire Department in Timberon, New Mexico and the Fairacres Volunteer Fire Department in Las Cruces, New Mexico. His passion for his work as an EMT led him to become an instructor in basic EMT skills, as well as an officer in the Fairacres VFD. He worked with several colleagues from Fairacres to secure a number of grants for fire fighting and EMT equipment. Besides his passion for education and emergency medicine, Stuart was a lover of the beauty of the natural world, especially of New Mexico's rich landscape. And he was also particularly fond of animals, especially the dogs and horses he and his wife kept. Anyone interested in sending flowers should consider making a donation to the Animal Services Center of the Mesilla Valley as an alternative. Or donations could be made to any of the local volunteer fire departments. A ceremony honoring Stuart Brown will be held at 3 p.m. on Monday, April 12th, 2010 AT La Paz-Graham's Funeral Home 555 W. Amador Ave. 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: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4227/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Las Cruces Sun News 9 April 2010 CRUZ "CRUZITA" R. MARTINEZ, 89, of Las Cruces, entered eternal life Saturday, April 3, 2010. She was born May 3, 1920 in Chihuahua, Mexico to Domingo and Rosaura Rodriguez. Mrs. Martinez was a homemaker and a member of the Apostolic Church of God in Christ. Survivors include a son and a daughter, Santiago and Abigail Martinez both of El Paso, Texas, as well as numerous grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and other family members who love her and will miss her very much. She was preceded in death by her husband, Antonio Martinez, one son, Guadalupe Martinez and two daughters, Isabel Robles and Magdalena Arzate, as well as her siblings, Jose, Lucas, Ramon, Enedino, Natalia and Licha. Visitation for Mrs. Martinez will begin at 6 PM, Friday, April 9, 2010 in the Apostolic Church of God in Christ, 902 S. Alamo Street, where the Evening Service will be held at 7 PM. The Funeral Service is scheduled for 10 AM, Saturday, April 10, 2010 in the same church with Pastor Willie Roman, officiating. Concluding Service and Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery where she will be laid to rest. Serving as casket bearers will be Santiago Martinez, Jr., Moises Robles, Eric Granillo, Javier Martinez, Diego Robles and Antonio R. Chavez. Service arrangements have been entrusted to Baca's Funeral Chapels of Las Cruces, 300 E. Boutz Road. 527-2222 Your exclusive providers for "Veteran's and Family Memorial Care." To send condolences online log on to www.bacasfuneralchapelsoflascruces.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: Cardenas, Esparza, Gomez Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4226/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Las Cruces Sun News 9 April 2010 Manuel Cárdenas, 67, of Las Cruces, New Mexico joined God and his wife in the mansion over the hilltop. He passed away on Tuesday March 30, 2010 in Tyrone, Pennsylvania. He was born September 18, 1942 in San Diego, Texas, a son of the late Servando and Aurora (Esparza) Cárdenas. On June 1, 1968 in San Diego, Texas he married Ninfa H. Gómez who he had known since high school. She died June 1, 2004. He is survived by his 2 daughters, Elsa Sánchez and Edna Cárdenas; a son, Luis Cárdenas; son-in-law, Chris Sánchez; granddaughter, Laurel Sánchez; 3 brothers, Eduardo Cárdenas, Luis Cárdenas, Alfredo Cárdenas and 3 sisters, Blanca Sifuentes, Maria Ortiz and Eva Chapa. He is preceded in heaven by his brothers Servando and Arnoldo and sister, Gloria. After graduating from San Diego High School in 1961 he served in the Air Force for 4 years before entering college. He earned a Bachelors and Masters Degree in Mathematics from Texas A&I University and a PhD in Statistics from Texas A&M University. In 1974 he made a home for his family in Las Cruces and became a Professor of Experimental Statistics at New Mexico State University retiring in 1996 following 22 years service. He dedicated his professional life to teaching and consulting and positively influenced many people's lives. Manuel dedicated himself to his family and lived a life full of optimism and love. He enjoyed playing guitar, singing, reading, golfing and spending time with family and friends. His family misses him terribly and life will never be the same without him. Memorial services will be held on April 13th at 10:30 AM at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Las Cruces, New Mexico. 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: Gunaji, Manage Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4225/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Lapaz-Graham Funeral Home 9 April 2010 Narendra Nagesh Gunaji (79), beloved husband, brother, father, grandfather, uncle, professor, and friend went to be with the Lord on April 6, 2010. He was born to Nagesh Vasudev Gunaji and Saraswati (nee Manage) Nagesh Gunaji on January 9, 1931 in Belgaum , India. Naren grew up in India a curious, intelligent, driven young child. He received, with honors, a bachelor of civil engineering degree from the Government College of Engineering, University of Pune , India . In 1954 Naren came to the United States to attend the University of Wisconsin-Madison where he received his MS in civil engineering followed by a PhD in hydrology and water resources. Upon graduation he joined Ohio Northern University as an assistant professor. In 1960 he moved to Las Cruces to join the faculty of New Mexico State University , where he directed the Engineering Experiment Station and the Building Materials Research & Testing Institute. He retired in 1986 after 26 years of service. Naren was appointed by President Ronald Reagan as the US Commissioner of the International Boundary and Water Commission, US-Mexico. Upon leaving the Commission in 1994, Naren began a new career as a consulting engineer. Naren was a member of several scholastic and professional societies, including the American Society of Civil Engineers, the American Water Resources Association, and the Water Pollution Control Federation. In 1967, he received the Outstanding Service Award from the NM Society of Professional Engineers, which named him Engineer of the year in 1985. In 1990 he was a Distinguished Service Award Recipient from the University of Wisconsin-Madison Engineering Department. He published extensively on water resources management, waste treatment and hydraulics. He was honored to be on the Las Cruces City Council. Naren was also an active member of his beloved Saint Andrew's Episcopal Church. Naren was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers Dattaram Manage, Ramkrishna Gunaji, and Narayan Gunaji; his sister Indumati Tendulkar; his wife Georgianna B. Gunaji; and his mother-in-law June Ellis Glardon. Left to cherish his memory are a bazillion people including his loving and devoted wife, Grace Klement-Gunaji, his sister Anduratha Kittur & brother Vasudev Gunaji of India, his children Rajini Ihler & Jerry, Monica Garcia & John, Gregory Gunaji & Desiree, Kimberley Watkins & Leonard, and Shannon Gunaji & Kelly; stepchildren Paul Jagoe & Robin, Bryan Jagoe & Donna, Kevin Jagoe, Tamara Ellis & Kirk, and Corie Gunn & Jay; as well as numerous loved nieces, nephews, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, friends & colleagues. The family wishes to extend a very special thanks to Tony Aguirre, John Carmody & Don Richards. We also wish to thank Dr. Rauth & his staff, and the 3rd floor nursing staff at Memorial Medical Center .Services will be held at 10:00am Saturday, April 10 at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 518 N. Alameda Blvd. , Las Cruces . In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Philip's Anglican Church, 10524 Moss Park Rd., Suite 204-316, Orlando , Florida 32832 , the June Glardon Memorial Fund at St. Andrews Episcopal Church, PO Box 266 , Las Cruces , NM 88004 , the American Cancer Society or to the charity of your choice. 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: Spedalieri, Padilla, Vasquez Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4224/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Getz Funeral Home 7 April 2010 Russell Ray Spedalieri, 21 of Las Cruces, NM passed away April 2, 2010 in Phoenix, AZ. He continues in life through his parents Mr. & Mrs. Russell and Araceli Spedalieri; sisters, Selena Spedalieri and Danielle Spedalieri-Padilla and husband Derek Padilla; nieces, Angelina, Jaylee and nephew Derek. Grandparents; Ysidra Vasquez-Spedalieri, Jose & Rosa Barba of Vado, NM. Russell was preceded in death by his great grandparents Antonio and Rebecca Spedalieri and grandfather Rudy Spedalieri Sr. of Mesilla, NM Russell Jr will be missed by many but his family and friends will continue on through his warm smile, loving heart and gracious spirit. The joy that he brought to everyone is what will be remembered and shared throughout the years to come. We know he is watching over us as he sits by the side of his grandfather Rudy, until we have the chance to see them once again. A visitation will be held from 6 to 8 pm on Thursday, April 8, 2010 at Getz Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be at 10 am on Friday, April 9, 2010 at First Assembly of God Church, 5605 Bataan Memorial West, Las Cruces, NM. 575-524-0654. (Exit Porter off US 70 eastbound). Burial will follow at Missionary Ridge Cemetery in Mesquite, New Mexico. Serving, as pallbearers will be, Freddy Barba, Derek Padilla, Oscar Medina, Disan Varela, Jonathan Manzanares, Anthony Spedalieri, Chris Spedalieri and father, Russell Spedalieri Sr. 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: Salinas, Macias Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4223/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Las Cruces Sun News 7 April 2010 MARGARITA M. SALINAS, 84, of Las Cruces left her dwelling place on earth and entered eternal life Tuesday, March 30, 2010. She was born March 22, 1926 in Mesilla Park to Alberto and Manuela Macias Salinas. Ms. Salinas retired as a waitress and was a member of the Catholic Church. Those left to mourn her passing include a son, Paul Schatz of Anthony; a brother, Marcelo Salinas of Vinton, Texas; a sister-in-law, Consuelo Salinas of La Mesa as well as numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Guillermo, Luis and Leonard Salinas; a sister, Carmen Salinas. Visitation for Ms. Salinas will begin at 1 PM Tuesday, April 6, 2010 in San Jose Catholic Church, 353 Josephine Street in La Mesa where the Prayer Vigil is scheduled for 2 PM. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated immediately thereafter with Reverend Martin Cordero officiating. Cremation will follow and inurnment of cremains will take place at a later date. Serving as casket bearers will be family members. Entrusted to Baca's Funeral Chapels and Baca's Sunset Crematory. 527-2222 Your exclusive providers for "Veterans and Family Memorial Care." To send condolences on line log on to 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: Rosales, Montano Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4222/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Las Cruces Sun News 7 April 2010 Betty Rosales, 81 of Las Cruces, NM died Saturday, April 3, 2010 at Mesilla Valley Hospice, La Posada. She was born March 18, 1929 in Bisbee, Arizona. Betty loved the outdoors, especially tending to he gardens, and the family cookouts. She is survived by her two sons, Ricky Montano and wife Terry and Steve Montano all of Tracy California. Two daughters, Helen Haro and husband Henry of Las Vegas, Nevada and JoAnn Kirk and husband Joe of Tracy, California. Also surviving are many grandchildren and many great grandchildren. Three sisters, Lena, Mary and Annie, precede Betty in death. Visitation for Betty will be from 5 to 7 pm on Tuesday, April 6, 2010 at Getz Funeral Home. A Graveside Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 am on Wednesday, April 7, 2010 at Masonic Cemetery. Arrangements by Getz Funeral Home, 1410 E. Bowman Ave. Las Cruces, NM 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: Barraza, Barela, Holguin Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4221/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Las Cruces Sun News 7 April 2010 ROSA "ROSE" C. BARRAZA of Las Cruces went to heaven to be with her heavenly father Saturday, April 3, 2010 at Mountain View Regional Medical Center. "Grandma B", as she was fondly known to her family, loved being around her grandchildren. In her spare time she read the bible, prayed and listened to Christian music, while enjoying her collection of angels. She also enjoyed driving around looking at the new homes being built and commenting on how the valley had grown since her childhood. She was a member of the Las Cruces First Assembly of God. Survivors include three sons; Johnnie Barraza of Las Cruces, Paul C. Barraza and wife, Nora of Mesilla and Sammy C. Barraza and wife, Terri of Las Cruces; one daughter, RoseMary C. Barraza; and one brother, Johnny Barela and wife, Clorinda all also of Las Cruces; nine grandchildren, Melissa (Keith) Pittman, Daisy (Joey) Baca, Matthew (Danis) Saenz, Danielle (Marcos) Nañez, Paula Barraza, Richard Paul Barraza, Amanda Barraza, Samuel Paul Barraza, Crystal (Andres) Obregon; her great-grandchildren, Nikolus, Josziah, Angel, Guadalupe, Azire, Lazaro Vicente, Andres, Ezekiel, Vanessa, Ayesha, Steven and Brandon. Other survivors include several sisters and brothers-in-law, numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by, husband, Juan O. Barraza, her mother, Christina Barela, adopted parents, Manuel and Margarita Holguin and two sisters, Dolores Alderete and Virginia Baca. A visitation will be held from 5 PM to 7 PM Thursday, April 8, 2010 at Baca's Funeral Chapels, 300 E. Boutz Road. Her Funeral Service will be held at 10 AM, Friday, April 9, 2010 in the same chapel with Pastor David Vistine, officiating. Concluding Service and Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery where she will be laid to rest. Serving as casket bearers will be her grandsons, Richard Paul Barraza, Samuel Paul Barraza and Matthew Daniel Saenz, along with Marcos Nañez, Andres Obregon and Johnny Barela. Honorary bearers will be her granddaughters, Danis Saenz (granddaughter-in-law) and a special neighbor, Danny Navarro. Entrusted to Baca's Funeral Chapels of Las Cruces. 527-2222. Your exclusive providers for "Veteran's and Family Memorial Care." To send condolences online log on to 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: Fielder, Pettes Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4220/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Las Cruces Sun News 7 April 2010 It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, BENNIE E. FIELDER SR, 68, of Colorado Springs, Colorado and formerly of Las Cruces on Friday, April 2, 2010 at the VA Medical Center. He was born February 27, 1942in Las Cruces to Avron and Nevia Pettes Fielder. Bennie was a graduate of Las Cruces High School where he was an amazing athlete having been part of two championships in football and basketball in 1959 and another in 1961 in basketball. Mr. Fielder served his country honorably in the United States Army during the Vietnam War and retired from MacDonnell Douglas as an engineer and the Los Angeles Urban League as a director. Those left to mourn his passing include four sons, Bennie Fielder, Jr. and wife Karla, Dennis Fielder and wife Adela, Charles Perez and wife Sandra all of Albuquerque, Darrell Fielder and wife Lilly of Colorado Springs, Colorado; two daughters, Shirley Perez and Patsy, Ann Herrera and husband Florencio all of Albuquerque; five brothers, John A. Fielder of Riverside, California, Harvey, Melvin, and Charles Fielder all of Las Cruces, Odell Fielder of Albuquerque; a sister, Dorthel Fielder Smith of El Paso, Texas. Other survivors include twenty-one grandchildren; twelve great grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; five brothers, Robert, Albert, Lawrence, Glen and Morris Fielder; a sister, Bertha Fielder Suggs. Visitation for Mr. Fielder will begin at 5 PM Thursday, April 8, 2010 in Baca's Chapel of Prayer, 300 E. Boutz Road where the Evening Service is scheduled for 6 PM. The Funeral Service will be held Friday, April 9, 2010 at 2 PM in the same chapel with Pastor Dr. Andrew Ford officiating. Concluding Service and Interment will follow in Masonic Cemetery, 760 S. Compress with military honors accorded by a Fort Bliss Honor Guard and the Marine Corps League - El Perro Diablo Detachment. Serving as casket bearers will be Bennie III, Eric, Christopher, Dennis, Darrell Jr. and Mikey Fielder and Ronnie Coleman. Bennie was a free spirit. he was always happy and would make people laugh. He never had anything bad to say about anyone. He will be greatly missed. Entrusted to Baca's Funeral Chapels. 527-2222 Your exclusive providers for "Veterans and Family Memorial Care." To send condolences on line log on to 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: Comparin Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4219/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Las Cruces Sun News 7 April 2010 Rudolph (Rudy) Comparin, a native of San Antonio Texas went to be with the Lord on March 31, 2010 at the age of 58. Born 23 Oct. 1951 Our beloved father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle and our beloved friend will be laid to rest at Fort Sam Houston Memorial Cemetery Friday April 9th at 3 pm. A gathering will be held after the service at the VFW Post 8541, located at 2222 Austin Hwy in San Antonio Texas . Rudy was recognized and respected by many as a musician with a long history throughout Texas and Nashville . Rudy's talent as a drummer and his love for travel gave him the ability to touch many lives and although he will be greatly missed, he will never be forgotten. Services have been entrusted to the care of La Paz - Graham's Funeral Home 555 West Amador, Las Cruces New Mexico 88005. To send condolences go to www.lapaz-grahams.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: Wooten, Bailey, Hopkinson Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4218/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Las Cruces Sun News 7 April 2010 DOLORES JEAN WOOTEN , age 81 of Del Norte, Colorado and formerly of Des Moines, New Mexico, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Good Friday, April 2, 2010 at Memorial Medical Center in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Dolores was born June 22, 1928 in Spokane, Washington to Edwin and Grace Bailey Hopkinson. She was a beloved member of the Folsom/Des Moines community for most of her life, enjoying ranching, gardening, horseback riding, bridge, and homemaking. She was fiercely loyal, dedicated, and passionate about her family, putting them first, even above herself. Dolores was a beautiful countrywoman through and through, a tough old gal who did not shy away from hard work and persevered through all hardships. She loved the Lord and relied on Him daily to give her strength. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Ben Wooten of the family home; two sons, Daryl Wooten and wife, Lisa of Las Cruces and Glen Wooten and wife, Rita of Del Norte, Colorado; one daughter, Doris Jean Rhodes and husband, Wayne of Valparaiso, Indiana; one sister, Patricia Allen of Edgewood, New Mexico. Other survivors include her eleven grandchildren, Danielle, Collette, Gabriel, Shannon, Chad, Krystal, Matthew, Joseph, Aprile, Andy and Matthew, as well as thirteen great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Sandra Collins. Ben and Dolores recently made their new home in southern Colorado, enjoying the mountains and family activities. She will be honored there at a Memorial Service at 2 PM on Saturday, April 10, 2010 at 7228 County Road 14, Del Norte, Colorado 81132. Please contact Glen or Rita Wooten at 719-657-9159 for further information. Services arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels and Sunset Crematory, 300 E. Boutz Road, Las Cruces, NM 88005 575-527-2222 Your exclusive providers for "Veteran's and Family Memorial Care." For personal condolences please log in to www.bacasfuneralchapelslas cruces.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: Martinez, Mercedes, Carreon Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4217/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Las Cruces Sun News 7 April 2010 ELOISA V. MARTINEZ, 79, a lifelong resident of Lordsburg passed away Thursday April 1, 2010 at Mt. View Regional Medical Center is Las Cruces. Visitation will be Tuesday evening, April 6th from 5 to 6 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church where a prayer vigil will begin at 6 o'clock. Mass of the Resurrection will Wednesday morning at 10 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church with Fr. Michael Williams, Pastor officiating. Concluding services and interment will follow at Shakespeare Cemetery. Eloisa was born in Lordsburg on August 6, 1930 to Manuel and Mercedes (Carreon) Valdiviezo. Eloisa was a homemaker and also a waitress having worked at the El Charro Restaurant for approximately 30 years. She retired in 1985 which gave her more time to be around her family and especially her grandchildren who were the light of her life. Eloisa was a lifelong member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church. She is survived by her daughter, Mary Jean Diaz and her husband Sal of Lordsburg, Felipe "Porkey" Martinez Jr. and his wife Frances of Las Cruces; brothers, Felix Valdiviezo and his wife Manuela, Antonio Valdiviezo and his wife Elvira all of Lordsburg; sisters, Inez Bejarano and her husband Bart of Las Cruces and Manuela Martinez of Tucson, AZ; grandchildren, Paul Martinez, Stephanie Apodaca, Lori Montoya, Angela Lopez, Scott Saucedo, D.J. Saucedo, Albert Diaz and Jennifer Allen; great grandchildren are Aitiana Diaz, Raymond Saucedo, Ashley Saucedo, Vivian Allen, Felipe Allen, Kayla Martinez, David Montoya and Michael Montoya. She was preceded in death by her husband Felipe Martinez, her parents Manuel and Mercedes Valdiviezo, and 2 nephews, Raymond Valdiviezo and Pete Martinez. Pallbearers will be Paul Martinez, Rick Montoya, Scott Saucedo, D.J. Saucedo, Sal Diaz, Albert Diaz, Manuel Bejarano Jr. and Jesse Martinez. Entrusted to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels 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: Vargas, Banuelos Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4216/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Las Cruces Sun News 7 April 2010 AURELIO B. VARGAS, 84, of Del Cerro, entered eternal life Wednesday, March 31, 2010 at Casa de Oro Care Center. He was born October 13, 1925 in Villa Coronado, Chihuahua, Mexico to Juan Jose and Merced Bañuelos Vargas. The passing of his father when he was three years old made his early years difficult. After a few years working in the mineral mine in San Francisco del Oro and service in the Mexican army, Aurelio moved his young family to the Hatch area. Aurelio spent many years as a farm foreman in the Hatch area. He later moved to Las Cruces where he worked and eventually retired from Stahmann farms. He loved the outdoors. He was an avid fisherman and hunter. At home, he enjoyed spending time with his flowers and pets. He loved to read and enjoyed boxing. Aurelio was a member of the Roman Catholic Church. Survivors include his loving wife, Elodia C. Vargas, of the family home; two sons, Eduardo Vargas (Luz Evelia) of Tucson, Arizona and Javier Vargas (Henrietta) of Las Cruces; three daughters, Ramona Grajeda (Gonzalo) of Las Cruces, Magdalena Hinckley (Alan) of Logan, Utah and Aurelia Vargas (Randy Maxey) of Las Cruces. Other survivors include ten grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Valentin, Felix, Florencio, and Lino. A brother, Juan and two sisters, both named Soledad died in infancy, as well as two grandchildren, David Hinckley and Elia Vargas. Visitation for Aurelio Vargas will begin at 6 PM, Monday, April 5, 2010 in BacaŽs Chapel of Prayer, 300 E. Boutz Road, where the Prayer Vigil is scheduled to begin at 7 PM. His funeral mass will be held at 10 AM, Tuesday, April 6, 2010 in San Pedro Catholic Church, in Del Cerro with the Reverend Martin Cordero, officiating. The Rite of Committal and Interment will follow in the San Miguel Cemetery where he will be laid to rest. Serving as casket bearers will be Gonzalo "Chalito" Grajeda, Vicente Vargas, Eduardo "Lalito"Vargas, Scott Hinckley, Mark "Markie" Guthrie and Cole Checketts. Honorary bearers will be Eduardo Vargas, Javier Vargas, Gonzalo Grajeda and Alan Hinckley. Entrusted to BacaŽs Funeral Chapels of Las Cruces. 527-2222 Your exclusive providers for "VeteranŽs and Family Memorial Care." 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: Reyes, Luevano Solano Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4215/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Getz Funeral Home 7 April 2010 Eloisa Reyes, 75, of Las Cruces, was called to our Heavenly Father on Monday, April 5, 2010. She was born Dec. 1, 1934 in Aguascalientes, Mexico to Salvador and Juanita Luevano Solano. Eloisa enjoyed the outdoors, gardening, singing, cooking, crocheting, reading her bible and spending time with her friends at the Munson Center. All her family and friends who knew and loved her will forever miss her. She is survived by her loving husband of 48 years Cleto Reyes of the family home; sons Pete Reyes and companion Cyndi Cadena and Ralph Teran and companion Connie Galindo all of Las Cruces, Joe Reyes and wife Bridgette and Andy Reyes all of El Paso, TX; daughters Yolanda Fisher and husband Danny of Las Cruces and Hilda Reyes-Lehm and husband Robert of Albuquerque, NM; brother Jose Louis Solano of Juarez, Mexico; sisters Julia Alderete, Ofelia Varela and Rebecca Castro all of Juarez, Mexico. Also surviving her are 12 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Eloisa was preceded in death by her parents and by 3 brothers. A visitation will be held from 6 to 8 PM on Wednesday, April 7, 2010 at Getz Funeral Home. Funeral Services to celebrate her life will be at 10:00 AM on Thursday, April 8, 2010 also at Getz Funeral Home with Tencha Carmona of Camino Nuevo Church 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: AndrewCarry123 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4214/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hi, I apologize for the delay in shipping; I have fallen behind because of unusual high volume orders. I have just hired two more employees to help expedite shipping and all orders should be shipped out by next week. I apologize sincerely for the trouble and promise to deliver on time in the future. Thank you. 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: Austin, Reese, McGlone Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4213/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Getz Funeral Home 6 April 2010 Kathryn M. Austin, 86, of Las Cruces, died Tuesday, March 30, 2010. She was born March 17, 1924 in Leesburg, Ohio to Frederick A. Reese and Elsie McGlone. Kathryn had been an Administrative Assistant working for the US Government after many years of faithful service. She will be deeply missed by all her family and friends who knew and loved her. Her nephew Ronald Reese and his family of Moriarity, New Mexico and by a host of other family survive her. Graveside Services to celebrate her life will be at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, April 7, 2010 at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Kathryn's name to a charity of choice. 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: Medina Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4212/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Lapaz-Graham Funeral Home 5 April 2010 Juan L. Medina, 50, of Las Cruces, NM passed away on March 31, 2010 at Memorial Medical Center Hospital. He was born December 12, 1959 to Pedro and Conception Medina. He is survived by his brother Pete and Maria Medina, Crystal, Jaime and Sabrina Medina, and Giselle Mendez. He was preceded in death by his father Pedro Medina. Arrangements are with La Paz-Graham's Funeral Home 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: Madrid, Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4211/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Paz-Graham's Funeral Home 30 March 2010 Victoria A. Madrid (Vicki) (La Vic) (Auntie Melmo) of Las Cruces was called home to be with her Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, March 29, 2010 where she passed away at Mountain View Regional Hospital surrounded by her family. Vicki was born on December 25, 1953 to Henry and Frances Madrid. She graduated from Mayfield High School in 1971 and attended New Mexico State University . She worked as a Paralegal for several years at Southern New Mexico Legal Services and after many years of working there she retired and branched out and became an Advocate for Social Security where she had her own business "Advocates at Large." Vicki loved spending time with her family and with her companion Robert. She especially loved to spend time with her nieces and nephew. She had very special relationships with them. Vicki had many friends from all different times in her life. She enjoyed going to the casinos and bingo and enjoyed camping. She loved to dance and loved hearing music. Her greatest love was for Christ and attending church. She had a very special relationship with Kayla, Christian, Samantha, Andrea, Nicole, and Ellie who were her nieces and nephew. She had very special relationships with her cousins: Em! ma, Dolores, and Diane and her very best friends Josie, Anna, Angie, JoAnn and Ismael, and Smiley to name a few. Vicki loved life and always embraced the special relationships and moments. She was bright and happy and even when she was very ill, she could brighten up someone else's day with her jokes and her wonderful sense of humor. She had so many special gifts and those who had the opportunity to know her loved her. She is so very loved by her family and we will miss her deeply. She is survived by her Mother, Frances Madrid and companion Frank Montoya; her brother David Madrid (Portland, Oregon); and two sisters Barbara Telles and spouse Tom Telles ; Kathy Ledesma and spouse Ron Ledesma all of Las Cruces. She was the loving aunt of Tommy Telles Jr. (T.J) and wife Geneice Telles; Michelle (Lela) Hernandez and husband Richard Hernandez; and Kayla (K.K.) Ledesma whom she adored. Vicki was loved and adored by her four great nieces Elliana "Smelly Elli" Hernandez, Andrea "Dre", Samantha "Mantha Maria", and Nicole "Sticky Nicky" Telles and one great nephew/Godson Christian "C" Hernandez all of Las Cruces. She is also survived by her Angel Bob Ballesteros, many cousins, aunts, uncles, friends and her two dogs Hemi and April and two cats Bubba and Ebony. Vicki is preceded in death by her father Henry Madrid. The family will be celebrating Vicki's life on Monday, April 5, 2010 at 2 pm at Living Waters Assembly of God on the corner of E. Bowman and Espina. Pastor Felix O. Gonzales will be officiating the services. Honorary pallbearers are David Madrid, Ron Ledesma, Richard Hernandez, Tommy Telles, Tom Telles Sr., Christian Hernandez, Santos Alderete, Frank Montoya and Tyrell Lilly. Arrangements have been made by La Paz-Graham's Funeral Home at 555 W. Amador, 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: McElyea, Lucero, Tellez Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4210/mb.ashx Message Board Post: LaPaz-Graham Funeral Home 25 March 2010 Josephine Lucero McElyea, 85, died at La Posada on Monday, March 22, 2010. Josephine was born in Fairacres, New Mexico on March 4, 1925 to Angel Barela Lucero and Carmen Tellez Lucero. In 1953 she married Oscar Cleveland McElyea who preceded her in death in April 1959. She was also preceded in death by brothers; Evanjileto Lucero and Andres Lucero and by sisters; Mary Esquivel, Juanita Lucero, Mary Lucero and Tomasa Rios. She is survived by her sisters; Esiquia Carbajal and Lucy Gallegos and her step-grandchildren; Eula FernThompson (Dave) and Ulysses McElyea, Jr. (Natalia), four step-great grandchildren and five step-great great grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. At Josephine's request cremation has taken place, no services will be held at this time. Memorial contributions can be made to St. Paul's United Methodist Church or to Mesilla Valley Hospice ~ La Posada 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: Slone, Hedrick Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4209/mb.ashx Message Board Post: LaPaz-Graham Funeral Home 19 March 2010 Ollie Marie Slone, 74, passed away on Wednesday, March 17, 2010 to go home to our Lord. Ollie is survived by her eleven children, Cathy Martin(Hank), of Houston, TX, Debbie Etie(Tommy), Janet Chapman, Johnny Etie, of Las Cruces, NM, Burl Slone(Gigi) of Albuquerque, NM, Tanya Niehoff(Jerry), Trudy Slone, Anita Garcia(Ronnie), Damon Slone(Debra), and Sharon Montoya(Richard) all of Las Cruces, NM, and Daniel Etie(Priscilla) of Albuquerque, NM. She is also survived by her sister, Donna Morris (Jerry) of Las Cruces, NM and a sister, Barbara Allison (Jimmy), a brother Art Hedrick of Albuquerque, NM, 30 grandchildren, and 22 great grandchildren, some of whom she helped raise or babysat. She also has one grandchild and two great grandchildren on the way. She loved having children around her all time. She was preceded in death by her parents, Art and Safrona Hedrick, two brothers, Alvin and Robert Hedrick, a son, Shawn Dean Slone, and two great granddaughters, Mariah Marie Chapman and Ryleigh Kendall Wells. She will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved her. Cremation has taken place and a private service will take place at a later date. 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.