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Rodolfo Ontiveros Obituary

Rodolfo "Rudy" M. Ontiveros, 66, lifelong resident of Las Cruces entered eternal life Friday, Jan. 4, 2013 at his home surrounded by his loving family. "Rudy," as he was fondly known to family and friends, was born June 26, 1946 to Ernesto and Rita Montoya Ontiveros. He served his country honorably in the U.S. Navy. Rudy worked as an auto body repairman for many years and was a member of the Roman Catholic Church. Survivors include two sons, Armando Ontiveros and wife Jennife, Rodolfo Ontiveros and wife Jennifer all of Fresno, Calif.; a daughter, Ernestina Ontiveros of Kingsburg, Calif.; two brothers, Ernesto Onitveros and wife Ana of Albuquerque, Mike Ontiveros and wife Lynda of Las Cruces; three sisters, Mary Infante and husband David of Chandler, Ariz., Alice Sanchez and husband Edward of Las Cruces, and Carol Medina and husband Marcus of Santa Fe; six grandchildren and one great-grandchild as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Recitation of the holy rosary will begin at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 10, 2013 in Immaculate Heart of Mary Cathedral, 1240 S. Espina St. A memorial mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 11, 2013 in the same church with Rev. Michael Cerretto officiating. Inurnment of cremains will follow in Immaculate Heart of Mary Columbarium with military honors accorded by the U.S. Navy Honor Guard. Entrusted to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels of Las Cruces and Sunset Crematory, 300 E. Boutz Road. 527-2222. Your exclusive providers for "Veterans and Family Memorial Care." For online condolence log on to www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.com.

Published by Las Cruces Sun-News on Jan. 9, 2013.
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January 12, 2013

Rudy, my grandfathers dearest friend. It brings so much sadness to my heart that you are no longer here. You were a very good man, and did many things for others a loving and caring person, with a big heart. We all know you are in a better place smiling down on each and everyone of your loves ones. You will forever be in our hearts. We love you dearly.
-Padilla Family.

Josefina Padilla

January 10, 2013

To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord...and thats where you are, my dearly beloved Brother. Thank you for all the inspiration you provided throughout the years.

Mario Gonzalez

January 9, 2013

I didn't know your loved one but I grew Ontiveros so I am sorry to hear about your loss. That he may meet w/my dad in heaven and conversate..Blessings to your family on this hard time.

Gracie Sanchez

January 9, 2013

My old and dear friend, you were my best friend for many years, I am so sorry you are gone in body, but happy at the same time you are home with Jesus. I will miss you and keep the great memories of the laughter we shared. Mrs. O..I understand your pain, Mike, he's your other half. God Bless you all. I love you.

Martha Murillo

January 9, 2013

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