Mary Lillian Carrasco Torres, lovingly known as Lilly, passed away on November 7, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family she cherished so deeply.
Lilly married the love of her life, Cruz Torres, in 1955. Together, they built a life centered on family, hard work, and love. They raised four children and were blessed with nine grandchildren, seventeen great-grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren. Leaving behind a beautiful legacy that will continue for generations.
Lilly was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt. She was known for her quick wit and sharp sense of humor. Her spirited personality, honest words, and strong work ethic made her someone who was not easily forgotten.
In her younger years, Lilly worked as a secretary at Sully School in Santa Rita, New Mexico and also sold tickets at the local movie theater. She and her late husband, Cruz, later became business owners in Santa Clara before eventually making their home in Las Cruces, New Mexico.
After moving to Las Cruces, Lilly became an active member and volunteer at Our Lady of Health Catholic Church, where she generously gave her time and service. Her Catholic faith was an important part of her life. She lived that faith through her devotion, generosity, and service to others and most importantly, passed it down to her children and grandchildren.
Above all, Lilly's greatest legacy was her family. She leaves behind generations who will carry her love, faith, strength, and spirited personality in their hearts. Though she will be deeply missed, the memories she created, the lessons she shared, and the love she gave will live on through all who were fortunate enough to have known her.
She is survived by two daughters, Annette Provencio (Luis) of Gilbert, AZ; Patricia Sepulveda (Salvador Jr.) of Bayard; nine grandchildren, Samiha Sepulveda, Salvador Sepulveda III, Robert Cruz Torres (Susan ), Candice Delgado, Brandi Ortiz (Joe), Loren Mendoza (Darcy), Desirae Torres, Gabriel Weintraub (Amelia), and Monica Weintraub (Brenden); seventeen great grandchildren, Isaac, Noah, Liliana, Brittaney, Valerie, Sophia, Asher, Zara, Kira, Jose, Cruzito, Mary Jane, Karina, Elianna, Karolina, Julianna, and Christian; two great-great grandchildren, Sarae Jade and Renesmee; one sister, Rita Trujillo (Richard) of Las Cruces; and numerous nephews and nieces that she was very fond of. She was preceded in death by her parents, her loving husband, Cruz A. Torres Jr., one son, Robert Torres, one daughter, Elaine Torres; two sisters, Otilia Bassett and Elvira Montes.
The holy rosary will be recited by Dr. Gilbert Arizaga on Friday, November 13th at 11am at Terrazas Funeral Chapels. Th funeral mass will commence at 12:30pm at Santa Clara Catholic Church with Father Peter Okonkwo officiating. The interment will follow at Fort Bayard National Cemetery where she will be laid to rest next to her husband Cruz. Pallbearers are Monica Weintraub, Mary Jane Rios, Karina Mella, Karolina Mella, Elianna Ortiz, and Julianna Ortiz. Honorary pallbearers are Salvador Sepulveda III, Robert Cruz Torres, and Gabriel Weintraub. Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels "Trusted care for the ones you love" ~ 575-537-0777. To send condolences, visit www.terrazasfuneralchapel.com.
