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Luis Barrera Obituary
He was born on October 21, 2000 in Las Cruces, New Mexico to Luis Arturo Barrera and Monica Espino Barrera. He attended Holy Cross Elementary, Columbia Elementary, White Sands Middle School and was currently a Junior at Mayfield High School. He enjoyed hanging out with his friends, playing video games, listening to music, driving his car, camping and traveling. He represented White Sands Middle School as a state finalist at the National History Day Competition in Albuquerque, NM in May 2015. He was also a member of the Mayfield High School football team during his freshman and sophomore years. He was a member of the Holy Cross Catholic Church.
He is survived by his parents Luis and Monica Barrera of Las Cruces, his loving little sister Isabella Francesca Barrera of Las Cruces, paternal grandmother Guadalupe B. Martinez and companion Daniel Espinoza both of Las Cruces, paternal grandfather Henry F. Mendoza of Cerritos, California, maternal grandfather Oscar M. Espino of Las Cruces, Godmother Virginia B. Garcia of El Paso, Texas, Uncle Rick Martinez and Aunt Tommi Fisher both of Las Cruces, Uncle Michael Martinez of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Aunt Lydia Ponce and husband Paul of Mesilla Park, NM, Aunt Blanca Espino of Tucson, Arizona, Aunt Hilda Baca and husband Cedric of Las Cruces, Aunt Barbara Escalante and companion Jaime Escalante of Dona Ana, New Mexico, Uncle Oscar N. Espino of Las Cruces, many great aunts, great uncles, and cousins.
He is preceded in death by his maternal grandmother Altagracia N. Espino of Las Cruces and Godfather Arturo G. Garcia of El Paso, Texas.
Serving as pallbearers will be the Las Cruces Police Department Honor Guard.
A visitation will take place at 5:30 p.m., with a prayer vigil to follow, at Holy Cross Catholic Church on Wednesday, July 12, at 7:00 p.m. A funeral mass will be held at Holy Cross Catholic Church on Thursday, July 13 at 10:00 a.m. and interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens.
Arrangements are with Getz Funeral Home 1410 E. Bowman Ave., Las Cruces NM 88001. Please visit www.GetzCares.com to sign the local online guest book.
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Carole Grady
August 13, 2017
Mónica, Louie , Lupe & Ricky and extended family, my prayers and thoughts are with you at this very sad time, and God will heal you with your memories of your son, Luis Santana .
If you need me, please call (575)202-7576 I hope Juan Hernandez has welcomed him into Heaven.
Carole Grady
August 13, 2017
Mónica, Louie , Lupe & Ricky and extended family, my prayers and thoughts are with you at this very sad time, and God will heal you with your memories of your son, Luis Santana .
If you need me, please call (575)202-7576 I hope Juan Hernandez has welcomed him into Heaven.
Odie Black
August 12, 2017
Luis was a close friend and I would like to send my condolences to his family. Sorry for your loss me and him where really good friends. If there is anything I can help with please call me. 575-430-1414
July 25, 2017
Barrera Family , I am so sorry about the loss of your Son and brother. My memories of Santana were from the first time your Grandfather Mendoza came from Arizona to meet you and Juan Hernandez (our late Sheriff) was at your house.
Carole Grady
Camino Nuevo
David Barrera
July 17, 2017
Dear Barrera family , we are so sorry we didn't know Santana that well and that's our deepest regret ... our son micah is his age and think they would of got along great ..the stories I heard of him reminded me of our son micah so it was so sweet knowing how sweet he was... I wish I could take the pain away for you guys . I know hes with Jesus In his arms and looks down on you guys and loves you ... we are here for you and plan to get to know you better as a family . We are here and always will be . Love David , TRish, micah, malachi , Caleb Barrera your family
Ramon and Josie Jimenez
July 17, 2017
Our sincerest condolences on the loss of your son. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Patsy Villarreal
July 15, 2017
I am so deeply saddened about your son!! I did not know about this until tonight!! So very sorry!!!
Your Mom's friend from the Imaging Center
My Deepest Sympathy to all your family!!
Isabel Medina
July 14, 2017
My sincere condolences to you and your family. May God heal your sorrow and pain. May the perpetual light shine upon Luis and know he is with God.
Isabel and Joe Medina
Blanca's friend from Arizona
Mr. & Mrs. Paul Bardwell
July 14, 2017
Louie and Family, May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Our prayers are with each of you.
Edwina Tapia
July 13, 2017
Luis, my deepest condolences to you, your wife and all your family. The loss of a loved one is never easy and no words can ever take away the pain, but my thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. May God Bless You and help you find comfort in this time of grief.
Irma Guzman
July 13, 2017
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Judy Young-Hutchcraft
July 13, 2017
Barrera Family.... Prayers and fond memories are what I have to remember Luis. He was a very bright student and his passion for cars I will always remember. May the love of family and friends comfort you during these difficult days, My most heartfelt condolences.
Judy Young (Mrs. Hutchcraft)
White Sands School
Destinee Nunez (classmate)
July 13, 2017
"But I have trusted in thy mercy, my heart shall rejoice in the salvation."
- Psalms 13:5 (KJV)
Destinee Nunez (classmate)
July 13, 2017
I used to go to school with Luis while he was at White Sands, he was a nice friend and a good person to me whether it was just wanting to play video games with me, hanging out with me and my other friends at the mall, or going to my sporting events and chilling at MST with me, he was there. So I send my condolences to all his family and his other friends at this time so God bless you and may God heal you in time and that Luis may rest in peace!! ✝❤
Eva Gutierrez Marc Lopez
July 13, 2017
Our deepest condolences to you and your family, may you find comfort and peace through happy memories. We will keep you in our hearts and prayers.
Vanessa Isleib
July 13, 2017
RIP Luis, I didn't know you that well but from what I saw you were a good kid. I'll pray for your family during this hard time. I hope they know you're in a better, safer and happy place. May God be with your family at all times and many blessing bestowed upon them.
With love,
Vanessa Isleib
Michelle Barreras
July 12, 2017
Louie,
I am very saddened to hear about the loss of your dear Son. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
May God bless you and your family.
Patsy Zuniga
July 12, 2017
Monica, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Chris&Melinda Florez family
July 12, 2017
Luis and Monica, I don't have the words to say how sorry I am to hear this news. May god bless u and ur family in this time of sorrow. May Luis rest in peace.
Dominique Morales
July 12, 2017
I used to go to school with Luis, we weren't really friends but it is still sad to know that someone you used to know is gone. I send my condolences to his family.
Sarah Cruse
July 12, 2017
I use to go to with school with him in middle school. He was a great kid and I wish the best for you now.
Lori
July 12, 2017
I would like to extend my sincere condolences to your family. For your loss, there are no words that can ease the pain of loosing someone you love. May you find comfort and peace in knowing that your loved one is in God's memory. Because they are precious in his eyes. Psalms 116:5.
Bob DANIELS
July 12, 2017
Luis and Monica, please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. We know that God is taking care of him now.
July 11, 2017
Luis, Monica and family.
No words can express our deepest sorrow, for the loss of your precious son. Our prayers our with you during this difficult time. Keep your faith in the Lord, he will help you find peace in your hearts, during this long journey of mourning. If we can be of any help, please call
Eddie and Barbara Lerma
Mary Sandoval
July 11, 2017
Louie, Ricky and family, Words are never enough at a time like this but know that caring thoughts are with you
Veronica (Bulge) Cordova
July 11, 2017
Monica,
I am soo sorry to hear of the loss of your son Santana! My prayers are with you, Luis and Isabella. May the Lord give you the strength to get through this difficult time. God Bless You All...xoxo
Gary Carson
July 11, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family. We have a 16 year old son and could not imagine the loss. If there is anything that we can do, please let us know. Sincerely, Gary and Elizabeth Carson
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