LAVINIA DELBOZQUE, 63 years young, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend passed away unexpectedly on Friday, January 2, 2026, at her home in Las Cruces, N.M.

Lavinia was born May 31, 1962, in Biddeford, Maine to Ken and Bernice Gillespie. Lavinia graduated from Mayfield High School. She loved her Biker Betty, going on motorcycle rides and being around all her family. Throughout her life, Lavinia was a source of unwavering love, strength, and guidance to her family and friends. She raised 3 children, Gail, Charlene and Anthony, who will forever be grateful for her love and support.

Lavinia is survived by her daughters, Gail DelBozque and Charlene Scribner; brother, Leslie Gillespie and sisters, Marie Brophy, Debbie Wehrhan, April Garcia, and Brenda Gillespie: her daughter-in-law, Danielle DelBozque; 12 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren, as well as numerous other relatives and friends who were touched by her love and kindness.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Ken and Bernice Gillespie:  her son Anthony DelBozque and a sister Crystal Berroteran.

At her request cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held at 6 PM Monday, January 19, 2026, at Baca's Funeral Chapel, 300 E. Boutz Road, with Pastor Jimmy Apodaca officiating.

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