Deacon Luis Eli Casaus attended college at St. Michael's, NM Highlands University, University of NM and Texas Tech University, earning a Doctorate in Education. Luis was a respected educator.

He started his teaching career at Arizona State University and retired as a Professor Emeritus of Education/Counseling from NM Highlands University. After retiring, Luis studied to be a Deacon with the Archdiocese of Santa Fe, serving parishes in Las Vegas, NM and Albuquerque.

He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Emily; three children; eight grandchildren; and Kane, Sophia and Eli. He is also survived by five  siblings, as well as many other family members.

Luis is preceded in death by his parents, Clotario and Genoeva Casaus and in-laws Edward and Marcella Gygox, and other family members.

Services were held on  November 28, 2023. 

In lieu of flowers and in support of Luis and Emily's journey, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association/New Mexico Chapter by going to: Alzheimer's Association link: https://www.alz.org/newmexico or call 1-800-272-3900.