Former state Rep. Dona Irwin passes away

DEMING, N.M. (KRQE) – State lawmakers are mourning the loss of another former lawmaker this week. The state House Democratic leadership announced on Thursday the passing of former Representative Dona Irwin of Deming.Lawmakers express sympathies after death of former New Mexico Senator John Arthur SmithIrwin represented parts of Grant, Hidalgo, and Luna counties in District 32 for 18 years. She was known for her work ethic and service to her constituents' needs.Governor Michelle Lujan