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Frank Duran Jr. Obituary
Those left to mourn his passing include his loving wife of fifty-five years, Esther Sierra Duran of the family home; a son, Frank S. Duran III and companion Linda Sedillos; three daughters, Cindy Valenzuela and husband Tommy, Jo Anne Valenzuela and husband Joe, and Patricia Gonzalez and husband Ray; a brother, Manuel Duran and wife Eloise; three sisters, Monica Valles and husband Henry, Lorenza Zimmerman and Estella Rivera all of Las Cruces. Other survivors include eleven grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Frank was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, Dora Sanchez and Rosalia Lopez.
Visitation for Mr. Duran will begin at 6 PM Tuesday, August 12, 2014 in Baca's Chapel of Prayer, 300 E. Boutz Road where the Prayer Vigil is scheduled for 7 PM. Family and Friends will join together to celebrate the Holy Mass of Resurrection at 11 AM Wednesday, August 13, 2014 in St. Genevieve's Catholic Church, 100 S. Espina Street. The Rite of Committal and Interment will follow in Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 5140 W. Picacho Avenue where he will be laid to rest. Military Honors will be accorded by the New Mexico Army National Guard Honor Guard and the Marine Corps League - El Perro Diablo Detachment.
Serving as casket bearers will be Tommy, Joe, Thomas James and Michael Valenzuela, Raymond Gonzalez Jr, and Jose Nevarez. Honorary bearers will be Tony and Jerry Hernandez, Louie Meraz, Joey and Ray Gonzalez, Ray Alderette, John Duran, Ivan Gayton, Desiree Valenzuela, Amanda Villegas, Denise Benavidez and Alora Duran.
The Duran Family has entrusted their loved one to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels of Las Cruces. 527-2222 Your exclusive providers for "Veterans and Family Memorial Care". For online condolences logon to www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Frank Duran Jr.
Lacy
August 4, 2021
Frank could always Crack the jokes .He was a unique person ..
JoAnne Valenzuela
August 8, 2015
It's been a year since you were called home. We miss you much. Until we meet in the after life, will our heart stop aching. Love you dad.
Patricia Gonzalez
August 16, 2014
Miss you daddy. Deep hole in my heart.
August 15, 2014
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences and prayers go out to you Esther and the entire family. Barbara Gomez
JoAnne Valenzuela
August 15, 2014
Missing you so much Dad. Wishing this was all a dream. We love you so much
Joe, JoAnne, Vanessa, Desiree, and Arianna.
Nina Sierra
August 14, 2014
To my sister, Esther. Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us everyday, unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear. Sis, I'm always here for you. I'm a phone call away. Love you.
melysah lacy
August 14, 2014
Mr.Duran..an exceptional person! carismatic, kind, funny, witty, genuine, loveable, sarcastic, story teller, patient, giving, involved, a gentleman..I will always have a bright smile when Mr.Duran comes to mind just as he always did. Thank you, Ester, Frank, and Frankie, for all the contributions your family has made to our community over the years. Mr. Duran has much to be proud of and will be greatly missed. My prayers are with you.
michelle bustillos
August 13, 2014
my prayers to the Duran family. god bless you all.
Tracy Rivera
August 13, 2014
Deepest condolences for the loss of your father. His spirit lives within you and will be your guiding light. May God bless you all...
Terri Fresquez
August 13, 2014
Ray, Pat & Family, my most sincere condolences for your loss. R.I.P. Mr. Duran.
Laura Meraz
August 13, 2014
My condolences to all of you. I hope you find comfort in knowing you were him until the end. May he enjoy his new beginning.
Ray Herrera
August 13, 2014
May you rest in peace. I pray your family will be well meet the lord and rejoice in his presence
Gloria Ortega
August 13, 2014
My deepest sympathy is with all of you...he will be missed dearly...cherish every memory he left you with...my prayers are with you all and may God continue blessing you and watch over you at this time of sorrow...
Steve Tellez
August 13, 2014
My condolences to the entire family, may God bless you and comfort you during this difficult time.
Vanessa Hernandez
August 13, 2014
May u rest in paradise.. My condolences and God bless
Christy Benavides
August 13, 2014
He will be missed. I always enjoyed his sense of humor. He was a great and loving grandfather to Denise and Alora as well as Christopher and Alina! Will miss seeing him at Christophers baseball games. You all are in my prayers!
Joe Anthony Meraz
August 13, 2014
My condolences to the Duran family. Our prayers are with you.
chila clark
August 13, 2014
Pat cindy joann frankie so sorry for your loss you have such wonderful parents yor dad love to joke an make people laugh may the lord give you all streagh an peace his in heaven an know you will continue to charish your mom such a buetiful lady love an god bless y'all really wish i could have made it to cruces.
Cindy Duran-Valenzuela
August 13, 2014
Dad seeing you in your casket tonight was difficult, but I knew you were seeing us from heaven. The body was just a vehicle to get you home. You no longer need it. I'll miss you dad. I love you so much. P.S. There were so many people at your rosary Dad, so many you lived u just the same!!!
Dot Stevens
August 12, 2014
My Sincere Condolences to The Duran Family . R.I.P Mr Duran.
Jim & Patsy Garcia
August 12, 2014
Our condolences to the Duran family
Irene Camacho
August 12, 2014
It's an honor to have met your son let alone to know you were his great example to being a soldier. Thank you for your service and all your sacrifices, for you have now joined God's Army to help the rest of us follow in his foot steps. God rest your soul and help your family find comfort in your peace.
Alfred Gonzalez
August 12, 2014
My condolences to the Duran Family, may God Bless you all and comfort you on this difficult times. I,am sorry for your loss.
Alfred & Terry Gutierrez
August 12, 2014
Cindy and Tommy, and Duran family, our deepest condolences and prayers. May you find comfort in the Lord during your difficult times--GOD bless.
sally rios
August 12, 2014
I send my condolences to the family. I wish I could be there in person but as fate has it, I am not. God bless always...Sally and family
Rueben Samaniego
August 12, 2014
REST IN PEACE, WE WILL MEET AGAIN
August 12, 2014
REST IN PEACE. WE WILL MEET AGAIN
Raymond Holguin
August 12, 2014
I give condolences to my primos dad.He is a good man to his family.They went to business & fought to make it successful.
Tom Pino
August 12, 2014
My condolences and prayers to the Duran family during this difficult time !!!
Irma Morales
August 12, 2014
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Debbie Ketcherside
August 12, 2014
Rest in Peace Mr. D. you will be missed! To all the family you are in my prayers!
David Hart
August 12, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Duran family. Sorry For your loss.
Jose Villegas
August 12, 2014
All Powerful God,
We honor today those men and women—
Our sons and daughters,
Husbands and wives,
Fathers, brothers, sisters, mothers—
Who have laid down their life for their country.
Whether weary or emboldened, quiet or defiant,
Vulnerable or ready when You called them home,
Their sacrifice is too humbling for words
except these uttered in prayer.
Loving Lord, bless them forever in Your eternal peace.
Let the sounds of strife, the cries of battle, the wounds of war
be calmed for all eternity in Your loving and endless grace.
Let these great warriors find rest at last,
Ever reminded that we who are left behind
Cherish their spirit, honor their commitment,
send them our love,
and will never forget the service that they gave.
Rene Bernal
August 12, 2014
Mr. Duran I knew my whole life. He would smile at me and say Que Chula. And give me a hug. He was a wonderful man who loved his family. My heart and prayers are to the Duran family. I love you all. God bless you
Jenn Tibbs
August 12, 2014
You will be missed but may you rest in peace
Amy Kollman
August 12, 2014
Here we go. Don't go you all that much like this. But my thoughts and prayers with you all. And my your dad rip forever, with walking in heaven with gods hands. Love ya all.
David Hart
August 12, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Duran Family. Sorry for your loss
M,,,,
August 12, 2014
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Mary Hamilton Garcia
August 12, 2014
May your memories bring you comfort and peace...Mr Duran thank you for your service to our country...Rest in peace.
Eduardo Holguin
August 12, 2014
Mrs. Duran, Patricia, Frank III, and family,
My deepest condolences at the passing of Mr. Duran. You were always such supportive and positive parents in the classroom and on the softball fields. I remember you fondly and am saddened by your loss. He, as well as all of you are in my prayers.
Peggy Pettes
August 12, 2014
My condolences to such a beautiful family Mr. Duran was a very nice man and a bingo buddy to all he will be greatly miss.
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Tom and Kewie True
August 12, 2014
Esther, Cindy and Tommy we were saddened to read about Frank's passing. I worked with Frank and Tommy for many years at the Cal Lab.
Kewie and I now live in Sun City Texas (30 miles from Austin) and miss the real Mexican food in Las Cruces. La Ristra was one of the best. I will always remember you guys. We read the Sun News on line every day to keep up with the local happenings and the Chile crop. May God bless you and be with you thru the next few days.
Frances Infante Rodriguez
August 11, 2014
Esther, Cindy and family I want to say sorry for your loss. May God bless all of you and comfort you. I know Frank will walk his journey with God beside him
Joe Holguin
August 11, 2014
My condolences to the Duran family, sorry for your loss. Frank was a great man, may God bless him and his family.
Juan & Lita Hernandez
August 11, 2014
To all the Duran,Valenzuela,and Gonzalez family we send our condolences to you all. God hascalled a wonderful, funny,and caring man home. May bless you all and comfort you all at this time. He will always remain in our hearts and our memories. More so from La Ristra times. We love you all and God bless you all always.....
Ed (Wally) and Janine (Taylor) Trujillo
August 11, 2014
Our hearts go out to the entire Duran family. My you always hold the memories dear in your hearts and he will forever be with you. Mayfield football has lost a devoted fan and Las Cruces has lost a wonderful man. We will always remember his smile and his kind words.
Felicia Frietze-Rodriguez
August 11, 2014
My deepest condolences to all the Duran family. I wish words could easy the pain of the passing of your husband, father, grandfather, A man with many titles. Esther, Cindy, JoAnne, Pat and Frankie may God bless and guide all of you during this difficult time. May you always keep his memory alive in your hearts and in your stories.
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