Joe Don Caruthers

Joe Don Caruthers obituary, Las Cruces, NM

Joe Don Caruthers

Joe Caruthers Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Perches - Graham's Funeral Home (La Paz - Graham's Funeral Home) on Apr. 29, 2022.

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Joe Don Caruthers (Papa) passed peacefully on Friday, April 22, 2022 at the age of 62. Joe Don was born to Johnie and Sue Caruthers on November 21, 1959. He spent most of his life in Las Cruces, New Mexico where he married the love of his life Mary Louise Caruthers (Biggins) in May, 1983.
Joe was always on the move. When given the chance he would be fishing, taking spontaneous road trips, tinkering with something, or surrounded by his loud, loving family. He made friends wherever he went and he was always looking for someone new to talk with. Joe treasured his role of "Papa" to his grandchildren for the past 13 years. They were the light of his life and he was such a vital part of their lives as well.
He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Mary, his children, and his grandchildren - Brian Caruthers, wife Esmeralda and children Sam with partner JR, Jessika, Lexi with fiancé Tyler, and Justin with partner Anna; Corey Purcell, husband Allen and son Calvin; Kelsey Jordan, husband David (Sonny) and children Allie, Katy, and Dave; Jake Caruthers, wife Cassie and son Levi; and John (Julio) Caruthers, wife Morgan and children Haven, Mattie Jo and Jaxson. He will also be remembered by his sister, Mary Lansford, husband Kurt and children, his sister Jeana Caruthers; his niece Krystal Caruthers, his mother-in-law Mary Biggins, her children, their families, and the many people that he informally added to his family along the way.
Joe Don was preceded in death by his parents Johnie and Sue, his brothers Michael and Johnie Jr. (Little Johnie), his sister Mallory (Sally) Caruthers, and his father-in-law Junior Biggins.
The family would like to thank Dr. Mercer, Dr. Corro, and Da Vita Dialysis Center for the many years of medical care along with Sierra Healthcare Hospice for providing care in his final days.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, May 14, 2022 at the Frank O'Brien Papen Community Center located at 304 Bell Ave. Las Cruces, NM 88005 from 2:00 – 5:00 PM with a short service and reception.
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May 2, 2022

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May 2, 2022

Michele Flores posted to the memorial.

April 29, 2022

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Elda Martinez

May 2, 2022

Mr. Caruthers was a very gentle and kind person. Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to care for him. He is missed.

Michele Flores

May 2, 2022

Joe will be greatly missed! My sincere condolences to Mary and family. He was always full of great stories and jokes.

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