Lynn Lewallen, 77, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2026. Born on September 13, 1948, Lynn lived a life defined by love for her friends, her family, and hard work.

Lynn was a devoted wife married to the love of her life for nearly 61 years. (March 7th, anniversary) Together they built a life and raised two daughters. She also, with her husband were part owners of wholesale green houses, Sun Spirit Green Houses, from 1978-1985.

She began her career working at JCPenney in 1980 and worked her way through the ranks to Senior Management and retired in 2006. She was looked up to by many and assisted other Senior Managers throughout the region and beyond. Her intelligence, determination, and strong work ethics earned her the respect of work colleagues, friends, and everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.

Lynn will be remembered for her sharp mind, kind heart, and dedication to her friends and family. She was deeply loved and will be greatly missed by so many.

Lynn was survived by her husband John of nearly 61 years, her daughter's Dawn Lewallen (partner Dale Higham) of California, Tracy Trevino of Las Cruces. Grandchildren Depeche Salcedo (husband Tom Salcedo) of Morro Bay, CA, Tristan Trevino, and Great Grandchildren Rocko Salcedo and Wylder Salcedo. She was preceded in death by her father Philip Stevens, mother Marie Stevens, brothers Paul Stevens and Allen Stevens.

Her legacy lives on in family she cherished and the countless lives she touched.

Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday March 4, 2026 at 2:30 P.M. at Baca's Funeral Chapel, 300 E. Boutz Road Las Cruces, NM. Inurnment will take place at a later date.

Service arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels 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