Photo courtesy of Baca's Funeral Chapels - Las Cruces
Las Cruces, New Mexico
Feb 24, 1936 – Oct 22, 2023
Leo G. Madrid of Dona Ana, New Mexico passed away October 22, 2023, at home.
Leo was born in Dona Ana, N.M. to Pedro and Celia Madrid. He joined the United States Army RA Infantry and United States Airforce Regiman AF. He retired from the 642 Maintenance Company in 1981. He also worked at Dona Ana County for 30 years where he also retired as well. He worked most of his life for his family. Leo devoted his time to Our Lady of Purification Catholic Church in Dona Ana, N.M.
Leo is survived by one daughter, Linda Smith (Ralph); one son, Lawrence Madrid; two grandsons, Eli Madrid, and Madison Smith; granddaughter, Heather Smith; great granddaughter, Maeve; siblings, Dan (Gerda) Madrid, Alice Salcido, Elias G. (Josie) Madrid, and Rosalie (Edward) Mulgrew.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Pedro and Celia Madrid; his wife, Magdalena; and son, Ruben Madrid.
Pallbearers will be Lawrence Madrid, Eli Madrid, Madison Smith, Michael Madrid, Richard Ferrales, and David Ferrales Jr.
A visitation for Leo will be held at 9am on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at San Jose (Old Picacho) Catholic Church at 3135 Old Picacho Road. A Prayer Vigil will begin at 10 am with a Funeral Mass to follow at 10:30am. Leo will be laid to rest at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens, 5140 West Picacho Avenue.
Service arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Baca’s Funeral Chapel 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
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From my family Beatrice Garcia Rincon
Beatrice Rincon
November 15, 2023 | Blythe, CA | Acquaintance
My prayers and condolences to the family. Abrazos.
Susana Chaparro
November 14, 2023 | Las Cruces, NM | Friend
Our deepest condolences to Linda, Lawrence and family. May the Lord be with you during these sad times.
Linda, we are so glad we got to see your dad at Golden Corral a few months ago. He looked so happy with you and your husband. Our prayers are with you and your family. Viola and Eddie Clark
viola m clark
November 13, 2023 | Dona Ana, NM | Friend
My deepest sincere condolences goes out to the family of Leo G. Madrid. Leo was a gentle stature of a human being. We were both employed by Dona Ana County. He always visited my office to give me a play by play of his day and ask me how was my day going? He always had a interesting story to tell and a very infectious laughter that resonated throughout the area that he was in. With that laughter, you knew that he was right around the corner, He was always willing to give a helping hand...
Jo Ann M. Jones
November 12, 2023 | Las Cruces,, NM | Friend
Jo Ann M. Jones
November 12, 2023 | Las Cruces,, NM | Friend
My deepest condolences to the entire family of Leo. Alice, Elias and Lia, I am so very sorry for your loss. I will be unable to attend the services since I am having surgery the day before. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. It seems like there are fewer and fewer cousins as time goes by. However, I always think of you all. God bless you all and comfort you. I love you all.
Emma Madrid
November 08, 2023 | LAS CRUCES, NM | Family
Our deepest condolences to the families .Leo was a very friendly and kind person .
Timothy and Linda Lewis
November 08, 2023 | Las Cruces, NM | Friend
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Sylvia Valenzuela
November 08, 2023 | Las Cruces, NM | Friend
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Dominga Valenzuela
November 08, 2023 | Las Cruces, NM | Friend