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Gilbert Melendrez Obituary

Our dear beloved son, brother, uncle and friend, Gilbert Patrick Melendrez, age 53, lifelong resident of Las Cruces passed away Sunday, July 24, 2016 at La Posada-Mesilla Valley Hospice surrounded by his loving family. "Gilbert" or "Gil", as he was fondly known to family and friends was born on March 17, 1963 on St. Patrick Day and was very proud of his middle name. He was employed for the City of Las Cruces in the IT department and was a member of the Roman Catholic Church.
Survivors include his mother, Mary Melendrez of the family home; two brothers, Joe Melendrez and Raymundo Melendrez (Tina Perez); and a sister, Minerva Castillo (Eloy) all of Las Cruces. He was preceded in death by his father, Jose Isidro Melendrez.
Visitation for Gilbert will begin at 1 PM Wednesday (today), July 27, 2016 in St. Genevieve's Catholic Church, 100 S. Espina Street where the Prayer Vigil is scheduled for 2 PM. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated immediately thereafter with Reverend Juan Camilo Montoya officiating. The Rite of Committal and Interment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery where he will be laid to rest in the family plot.
Serving as casket bearers will be Raymundo and Joe Melendrez, Melvin Lopez, Mike Sanchez, Rick Tarango and Larry Carrillo.
Entrusted to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels, 300 E. Boutz Road, Las Cruces 527-2222. For online condolences logon to www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.com

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Published by Las Cruces Sun-News on Jul. 27, 2016.

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Sidney Lancaster Staehle

August 7, 2016

Mary, Joe, Minerva and Ray,
I was saddened by the news of Gilberts passing, I know that he was a special person and loved by many. I can see how happy he is to be with his dad now, he missed him so very much. My prayers and deepest sympathy to the family.

July 30, 2016

Mary, Minerva and Melendrez Family, we were very sorry to hear of Gilberts' passing and want to express our deepest sympathy and prayers to you all.

Ricky & Julie Estrada & Family

Renee Chavez

July 29, 2016

I am very sorry about the loss of Gilbert. Please accept my condolences and may our prayers help comfort you during this time.

Rita Gonzalez

July 27, 2016

I am saddened to have learned today of Gilbert's passing. He was my student and landscaper for many years. He was very talented. I will keep his family and friends in my prayers. I know that he is laughing at all of us right now.

Margie Cordova

July 27, 2016

My deepest condolences to the family, I went to school with Gilbert and he was such a sweet and quiet guy. My sympathies.

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1:00 p.m.

St. Genevieve's Catholic Church

100 S. Espina Street, NM

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27

Prayer Service

2:00 p.m.

St. Genevieve's Catholic Church

100 S. Espina Street, NM

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27

Mass of Christian Burial

St. Genevieve's Catholic Church

100 S. Espina Street, NM

Jul

27

Interment

St. Joseph Cemetery

NM

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Baca's Funeral Chapels - Las Cruces

300 East Boutz, Las Cruces, NM 88005

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