Thomas Alfred England (LCPD Lt. Ret.), 63, of Las Cruces entered eternal life Sunday, Nov. 25, 2012 at Presbyterian Hospital in Albuquerque. He was born Sept. 28, 1949 in Flint, Mich. to Alfred Irving and Junetta England. Tom served his country honorably in the U.S. Army and retired after 22 years of service. After his military career he joined the Las Cruces Police Department where he attained the rank of lieutenant. Survivors include his wife, Sally England; two daughters, Jennifer Keane (Alex) of Houston, Texas and Erica England (Will Stringer) of Melbourne, Fla.; two brothers, David England (Denise) of Canada and Roger England of Las Cruces; four grandchildren, Aiden and Alac Keane and Toby Lorenzo and Elijah Stringer, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. At his request cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 8, 2012 in Baca's Chapel of Prayer, 300 E. Boutz Road with the Rev. Scott Ruthven officiating. Serving as honor guard and providing military honors will be members of the Las Cruces Police Department and U.S. Border Patrol. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels and Sunset Crematory of Las Cruces. 527-2222. Your exclusive providers for "Veterans and Family Memorial Care". For online condolences log on to www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.com.
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Sorry for your families loss.he was a great guy and a inspiration to me and many others. He truly was a great guy with a good heart.when I was in a bad situation he helped me realize life was worth living and living the right way. Thank you Mr.England and Thank you to your family for sharing you with our city. LCPD will never be the same with out you. In life we meet people who give us inspiration and help us along the way and for me that was this wonderful man.
Jessie Dunlap
December 14, 2012
Sally My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, I had the privilege of knowing Tom for many years and he was a dear friend to my first husband and they worked together at Hollywood P.D. He will be missed.
Teresa Shepherd
December 13, 2012
I knew Tommie from his rookie days at Hollywood PD. He was always a good officer and very brave. My love and prayers to his ENTIRE family.
Fred Hobbs
December 11, 2012
Tom was an outstanding police officer when he worked in Hollywood FL. He will be missed.
Jim walsh
December 10, 2012
Rest in Peace.
Pat Kelsey
December 10, 2012
I remember Lt. England when he moved his bother here from Fl. He will be missed and am so sorry for your loss
Kelly Bakken
December 10, 2012
Tommy was a natural police officer. He served his country and cities well.I worked with him many years ago at the Hollywood Police Dept. May god be with him now and forever, and also with his loved ones during this time of loss.
Russ Cormican
December 10, 2012
I loved being around Tom. He was a very special person that could change in an instant when the uniform went on. He had my deepest respect and admiration. Great memories, thank you.
John Calvert
December 8, 2012
Sally and family,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Tom was a good man.
Jeff & Mollie Ferguson
December 7, 2012
Sally, my deepest condolences,my prayers are with you.
Angelica Najera
December 7, 2012
Sally, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Stephen and Cheryl
December 6, 2012
sally my thoughts and prayers are you with. may god give you strength.
gogo & monique ferrales
December 6, 2012
Our deepest condolences to the entire family. We were all saddened by the loss of such a good man. Rest in peace Lt.
Horacio & Angie Rivera
December 5, 2012
Sally, my thoughts and prayers are with you. May the good Lord be with you during this extreme time of duress and always,
Jacqueline
Jacqueline
December 5, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Samantha Holguin
December 5, 2012
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