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Martha Gaytan Obituary
Las Cruces - MARTHA ISELA GAYTAN, age 49, of Las Cruces entered eternal life on Thursday, June 6, 2019 at Memorial Medical Center surrounded by all her loved ones. She was born October 1, 1969 in El Paso to Martha and Julian Oscar Gaytan. Martha was a Director of Social Services in the Healthcare Industry and was member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles Aerie # 4038 and the Moose Lodge # 2081.
Survivors include her companion, David Reynolds of Las Cruces; four brothers, Javier Gaytan of La Mesa, Rene Gaytan (Michelle) and Ivan Gaytan all of Las Cruces and Omar Gaytan (Natalie) of Colorado; two sisters, Nancy Abeyta (Tommy) and Nanette Melendrez all of Las Cruces; the parents that raised her, Abdon and Shirley Melendrez Jr. of Doña Ana; two uncles, Juan Benavidez and Edward "Lalo" Benavidez (Bea) all also of Las Cruces; one aunt, Dora Apodaca of California. Other survivors include numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, great nieces and nephews. Martha was preceded in death by her parents; maternal grandparents, Saul and Chelo Benavidez.
At Martha's request cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held at 10 AM Tuesday, June 25, 2019 at Baca's Funeral Chapel, 300 E. Boutz Road with Deacon Manny Madrid officiating. Inurnment of cremains will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, 100 N. Espina Street.
Service arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels of Las Cruces and Sunset Crematory, 575-527-2222. Your exclusive providers for "Veterans and Family Memorial Care". For online condolences logon to www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.com
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Andrea Ferrales-Narvaez
June 25, 2019
To The Gaytan & Abeyta Family,
My thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time. Martha made a huge impact in the lives of MANY residents in the nursing home. She brought much love, peace, and joy to them all and to her co-workers. May God grant you strength in the days to come.
TRACI REINDLE
June 25, 2019
I had the honor and privilege of working with Martha in my role as a physical therapist. I have never met such a caring individual. Martha loved her family and friends like no other. David, her life partner, took such good care of her in difficult times for both of them. She loved her doggies so much too. I know she is in Heaven now with her Grandma and Grandpa and many of her other family and friends. She will continue to spread her sunshine as an angel in Heaven as she was on Earth. My condolences to her family, and especially to David.
Jesse Rodriguez
June 25, 2019
Martha rip my condolences
Robert and Erma
June 24, 2019
My prayers and condolences to the Gayton family
Victor & Cecelia Sanchez
June 24, 2019
Gaytan and Abeyta Family
I am so sorry for your Loss Our Thoughts and Prayers are with all of you at this Difficult time! God Bless!
June 22, 2019
Please accept my condolences. You are not alone during this time of deep sorrow and pain. May God provide comfort and hope during this difficult time. May you find strength from the love and care that surrounds you and your family. (119:76)
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