JESUS SILVA SAMANIEGO, age 98, of Mesquite, passed away on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Born August 2, 1927, in Julimes, Chihuahua, Mexico, to Maria Silva and Conrado Samaniego, Jesus lived a long, full life rooted in hard work, community service, and unwavering devotion to his family.

A proud and dedicated member of the Construction Union, International Brotherhood of Carpenters, Jesus spent his life building not only structures, but also opportunities and stability for those around him. He was active in the movement for farmworkers' rights through Cesar Chavez for Farmers and served his community as President of the Mesa Prieta Housing Association, where he worked tirelessly to support local families.

In 1952, Jesus married the love of his life, Amelia Calderon. Together they shared 74 beautiful years of marriage, raising a family grounded in love, respect, and unity.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Amelia; four sons, Felipe Samaniego (Anita Sabichi) of Santa Fe, Miguel Samaniego of Las Cruces, Adrian Samaniego (Rosemary) of Denver, CO, and Juan Samaniego (Melisa Sanchez) of Los Lunas; and three daughters, Isela Forrester of Mesquite, Ana Maria Samaniego-Gallegos (Victor) of Santa Fe, and Yvonne Samaniego of Las Cruces.

Jesus is also survived by three brothers, Ruben, Nicholas, and Baltazar Samaniego; two sisters, Eduarda "Lala" Samaniego and Amparo Palacios; 11 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews who loved and admired him deeply. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Francisca Chavira.

A Rosary will be held at 10:30AM Monday, February 23, 2026  at St. Genevieve's, 100 S Espina St, Las Cruces, NM 88001, followed by a Memorial Mass at 11:00AM.

Visitation for Mr. Samaniego will begin at 9 AM Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at Baca's Funeral Chapel, 300 E. Boutz Road, with the Funeral Service at 10 AM. Concluding Service and Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 5140 W. Picacho Avenue.

Serving as casket bearers will be Timothy Trujillo, David Graves, Lucas Samaniego, Juan Samaniego, Juan V. Samaniego, and Adrian Samaniego.

Jesus leaves behind a legacy of integrity, service, and love—a life well lived and a family forever grateful for his guidance and example.

Service arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels of Las Cruces, 527-2222. Your exclusive provider for "Veterans and Family Memorial Care." For online condolences logon to www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.com