Gary C. Mancha, 77, from Las Cruces, NM passed away June 22, 2025, at home surrounded by his loved ones.

Gary was born December 2, 1947, to Antonio S Mancha and Marcelina C. Mancha.

Mr. Mancha enjoyed playing sports for Las Cruces High. Also was well known for his involvement in sports around the community. Had passion for his loved ones and enjoyed going on long walks around the neighborhood. He enjoyed going out to eat with his family, especially Sunday night dinners at his mom's Marcelina's house. It was his family ritual.

He is survived by his loving wife Bertha N. Mancha, his daughters, Crystal Mancha (Alex Chavez), Amanda Mancha. Son's Jaime Gary Mancha Monarez, Esteban Mancha and Fabian Mancha. Grandson's Jordan L. Chavez, Roman, Cyliss, Jacob, Stephen, Santiago and Haziel. Granddaughter's Mercedes and Azriellah, brothers, Benny Mancha, (Eva), Antonio Mancha (Elva) Sisters, Helen Garcia (Jesus), Estella Gamez, and by numerous nieces and nephews. They all loved him very much.

He is preceded in death by his son, Gary Mancha Jr., Brother, Mike Mancha, Sisters, Rosalina Robles, Alicia Tarango and Juana Triste, Brother-in-law, Joe Triste, Mother-in-law Hortencia Nolasco, Father-in-law, Amalio Nolasco, Sister-in-Law, Tencha Sanchez, Brother-in-law, Dagoberto Nolasco Sr., Nephews, Dagoberto Nolasco Jr and Jonah Frausto.

Service arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapel and Sunset Crematory, 300 E. Boutz Road, 527-2222. Your exclusive provider for "Veterans and Family Memorial Care." For online condolences logon to www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.com

A visitation for Gary will be on Wednesday, July 09, 2025, starting at 5pm at Baca's Funeral Chapels, 300 East Boutz Road. A prayer vigil will begin at 7pm. A funeral mass will be held on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at 10am at the Cathedral of Immaculate Heart of Mary, 1240 South Espina Street. Cremation will take place after services.