This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath Surnames: Evaro, Martinez Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4441/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Las Cruces Sun News 23 June 2010 A memorial service will be held on Thursday, June 24, 2010 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Cathedral in Las Cruces, NM at 2 p.m., fellowship at Finley Hall immediately following after memorial. Lawrence M. Evaro, 47 passed away Saturday, June 12, 2010 in Moab, Utah while rafting on the Colorado River with the Boy Scouts. Lawrence, the only son was born to Estella and Manuel Evaro on November 19, 1962 in Las Cruces, NM. A graduate of Mayfield High School in 1980, Lawrence attended Texas Tech before joining the US Air Force in 1981, where he served his country for fifteen years. Upon leaving the Air Force, Lawrence began his civilian career as a Radar Program Manager with 84 RADES at Hill AFB, Utah. Lawrence married Consuelo Martinez on May 25, 1993 in Farmington, Utah; they had just celebrated their 17th anniversary. Lawrence was an avid sportsman; he loved coaching the Clearfield City Youth in football, basketball, baseball, and being involved with his son in the Cub Scouts and Boys Scouts. Golfing and being a die-hard fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers were his true passions. He leaves behind, his wife Consuelo, son Alejandro (Alex), parents Estella and Manuel Evaro; older sister, Sylvia Orme; baby sister Leticia Evaro; nephews, John Derek and Zachary Soto, Mark McKee and Benjamin Martinez; nieces, Teresa Martinez, Adrienne and Jessica McKee; many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He was a member of the St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, the American Legion, and Pittsburgh Steelers Fan Club. Lawrence was laid to rest at Lindquist's Memorial Park, Layton Utah under the Wasach Mountains. His big heart, booming voice, infectious laugh and beautiful smile will forever be remembered. 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.