Lawrence Arrey

Lawrence "Larry" V. Arrey, age 61, of Las Cruces entered eternal life Thursday, February 12, 2015 at his home surrounded by his loving family. "Larry", as he was fondly known to family and friends, was born April 9, 1953 in Deming to Guadalupe and Aurelia Rivas Arrey. He served his country honorably in the United States Army during the Vietnam War and retired after twenty-two years of service. He also worked for the Bureau of Reclamation as a heavy equipment operator and continued to serve in the United States National Guard. Larry was an avid outdoorsman and a member of the Moose Lodge, VFW Post #3242, and The Fraternal Order of the Eagles. He was well known for his musical talent as the lead singer for bands such as Familia Bronze and Rio Bonito Band, where he also played the saxophone and drums. He was a member of the Roman Catholic Church.
Those left to mourn his passing include his loving wife of twelve years, Alicia Avalos Arrey of the family home; a son, Josh Arrey and wife, Kim of Doña Ana; three daughters, Nazaneen Khalilnaji-Otto and husband Jon of Sunnyvale, CA; Neilou Sambrano and husband Roman of Big Piney, Wyoming and Noosheen Khalilnaji-Madriaga and husband Elmer of San Francisco, CA; four brothers, Martin Arrey (Sylvia) of Las Cruces, Alex Arrey (Margaret) of T or C, Douglas Arrey (Elaine), of Doña Ana, and Jerome Arrey (Terri) also of Las Cruces; three sisters, Dolores Gomez (Joseph), and Julia Dominguez (Frank) all also of Las Cruces and Annette Arrey Fuentes (Brian) of Arrey. Other survivors include nine grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and close friends. Larry was preceded in death by his parents; son, Fabian Arrey, and a brother, Nick.
Visitation for Mr. Arrey will begin at 10 AM Tuesday, February 17, 2015 at St. Genevieve's Catholic Church, 100 S. Espina Street where the Prayer Vigil is scheduled for 10:30 AM. The Holy Mass of Resurrection will follow immediately thereafter with the Reverend Rogelio Martinez, Celebrant.. Military honor will be accorded by the New Mexico Army National Guard Honor Guard and the Marine Corps League - El Perro Diablo Detachment Cremation will take place and inurnment of cremains will be held at a later date.
Serving as casket bearers will be Josh Arrey, Roman Sambrano, Jon Khalilnaji-Otto, Carlos Sambrano, Charlie Camunez, and Jim Tankesly.
The Arrey Family has entrusted their loved one 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 condolences logon to www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.com