Ruben Espinoza Jr of Las Cruces, New Mexico passed away July 2,2025 at Mesilla Valley Hospice.

Ruben was born in Las Cruces, NM to Rose Ann Montenegro and Ruben Espinoza Sr. Ruben loved to cook and worked at De la Vagas Pecan Grill as a chef. He was loved by many friends and had the biggest heart. We will continue to honor Ruben with cookouts and fishing.

Ruben is survived by his parents; two sons, Gavin Espinoza, son of Rosalia Miller; Jayden Espinoza, son of Amanda Poole; sister, Jennifer Iniestra; two nieces, Aleesa & Alyana Iniestra; and one nephew, Adrien Ortiz

He was preceded in death by grandparents, Tony & Delia Montenegro; and his uncle, Tony P. Montenegro.

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