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Las Cruces, New Mexico
Apr 25, 1943 – Dec 5, 2025
Jane Korzan, 82, of Las Cruces, passed away on December 5, 2025, at Mountain View Regional Hospital, entering the presence of the Lord.
Born on April 25, 1943, in Tularosa, New Mexico, Jane was the daughter of the late Leo Ortiz and Emma Duran. Before settling in Las Cruces, she was a teacher in Roswell, then in Alamogordo at the NM School for the Blind and Visually Impaired, formerly known as the NM School for the Visually Handicapped. While in Alamogordo Jane and her husband devoted time to serving as members of the Civil Air Patrol.
A dedicated educator, Jane continued her passion for service long after retiring from teaching, remaining involved for many years with the New Mexico Retired Teachers Association, subbing in Tularosa and Mescalero.
Jane is survived by her son, Kevin; her grandson, Cameron; and her granddaughter, Giovanni, whom she cherished and loved deeply. She also held close her Las Cruces First Church family, where she was a devoted member and found great joy, fellowship, and purpose.
She is preceded in death by daughter‑in‑law, Maria Guital Korzan, and two brothers Robert M. and Leo P Ortiz.
Serving as casket bearers will be John Green, Isack Berg, Ronnie Higgins, Jeremy Baldillez, Ernesto Garza, and Perry Hester.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 23, 2026, at the Las Cruces First Church, 5605 Bataan Memorial West. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM, followed by the funeral service at 10:00 AM, officiated by Pastors David Vistine and David Iglesias. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Cemetery, 5140 W. Picacho Ave.
Service arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Baca’s Funeral Chapels of Las Cruces and Sunset Crematory, 527-2222. Your exclusive provider for “Veterans and Family Memorial Care.” For online condolences logon to www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.com
Read MoreMy condolences for the loss of your mother. I met Jane at a meeting of the NM Teachers Retirement Association of Las Cruces. I enjoyed chatting with Jane. May she rest in Peace.
Virginia Oros-López
February 15, 2026 | Albuquerque, NM | Acquaintance
Im sorry to hear about your mother’s passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lourdes Mendez-Rodriguez
January 27, 2026 | Las Cruces, NM | Friend
Sorry we can’t be there to celebrate Jane’s life.
May Jane Rest In Peace.
Gary and Jeanice Korzan
January 23, 2026 | Mitchell, SD | Family
My deepest condolences on your loss
I knew Jane and her brother from Munson center. They were lovely people and so glad I knew them
Eileen Rosenblatt
January 23, 2026 | Las Cruces, NM | Friend
Janie was a great person , always so kind and nice to everyone R.I.P. , my condolences to her family
Joe Rivera
January 21, 2026 | Spring, TX | Friend
RIP Jane Korzan
With Sympathy at this time of loss.
May your happiest memories bring you a sense of peace and love at this difficult time.
Nani Sukarno
January 20, 2026 | Las Cruces, NM | Neighbor
