Melquiades Romo Holguin Obituary
The passing of Melquiades Romo Holguin (Las Cruces, New Mexico) occurred on June 16, 2026. Melquiades, born on December 10, 1931, is remembered by those who knew him. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Melquiades Romo Holguin to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Cirilo Holguin of Jiménez and Maria Romo Holguin of León; and his siblings, Ignacio, John M. Holguin and Augustina "Tina" Claghorn.
He is survived by: his children, Ina Reuther of Seattle, Olga Holguin of Las Cruces, Abel Holguin, Neri Holguin and Clara Hardgrave of Albuquerque; his grandchildren, Hannah Reuther, Kayla Reuther, Lucas Romo Hardgrave and Francesca Hardgrave; his daughter Maria J. Franco; his siblings, Neri Finney, Manuela Bunch, Concepción "Tita" Feltner, Lupe Holguin, Rose Dominguez, Ramona Neely, Jesús "Chuy" Holguin and Andrew Holguin; and his close friend Josie Peña. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the NMSU Police Chiefs Current Use Fund (Fund No. 100220), which supports the New Mexico State University Police Department. Donations may be made online at: https://alwaysanaggie.org.
