Obituaries
Karen Daugherty
Sep 3, 2025
Karen Daugherty
09/28/1946 - 09/03/2025
With heavy hearts, our family announces the passing of our beloved Karen Daugherty on September 3rd, 2025, in Albuquerque, NM.
Born on September 28th, 194,6 in Buffalo, NY.
Mom, grandma, great-grandma, and great-great-grandma.
She was a feisty firecracker who loved her Buffalo Bills, her makeup trips, and always took pride in her nails. Quick with her words, stubborn in spirit,...
Christine Greene
Sep 3, 2025
Christine Greene gained her angel wings on September 3, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, at the age of 86.
Christine’s life would seem too short to many, but to those of us who were blessed to be touched by her love, understand that she has left a forever imprint in our hearts and in our memories. The quantity of time that...
Anthony Castillo
Sep 3, 2025
Anthony Castillo, 64, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, entered eternal rest on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born in Albuquerque in 1961 to Abenago and Corina Castillo, Anthony grew up in the South Valley. Throughout his life, family was always at the center of his life.
Anthony was always on the move—trucking, towing, and buying and selling. His...
Sharman Hill
Sep 2, 2025
Sharman Hill Obituary
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Sharman Lee Hill (née Reilmann), age 77, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2025, in
Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Born on March 17, 1948, in Santa Rosa California, Sharman brought warmth and creativity into
the world from the very beginning. Her life was marked by a deep love for family, nature, and
the joy...
Margarita Pizarro
Sep 1, 2025
We are deeply saddened to inform you that our beloved mother, Margarita Pizarro, age, 79, joined our Heavenly Father on September 1, 2025. She was born in Las Vegas, New Mexico to her parents Felipe and Juanita Tapia who have proceeded her in peace in addition to her husband Robert V. Pizarro, daughter Victoria M. Pizarro, sisters Carol, Faye, Clarita,...
Cherokee Michael Devan Hernandez
Aug 31, 2025
Cherokee Michael Devan “Kee” “Damanekee” Hernandez, age 31, passed away on August 31, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Born on July 19, 1994, in Gallup, New Mexico, Cherokee brought light and laughter into the world from the very beginning.
A proud graduate of Albuquerque High School, Cherokee went on to earn his Associate Degree in Business Administration from Brown Mackey. His...
Timothy Wells Karstrom
Aug 29, 2025
Timothy Wells Karstrom passed away peacefully on August 29, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with family by his side. Tim was the oldest of five boys: Kevin, John, Rick, and Mark, born to Joan and Jack Karstrom on December 12, 1951, though younger than his sister Linda. They all survive him with wonderful memories of growing up in Waukegan and...
Anthony Levy
Aug 28, 2025
Anthony Levy, 39, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque was born on January 10, 1986, and passed away August 28, 2025. He will be remembered by all that knew and loved him as a sweet, kind soul and he touched our lives deeply. He was an extremely gifted artist in a variety of forms such as drawing, painting and various types...
Irma Munoz
Aug 28, 2025
Irma Muñoz, 84, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. A beloved mother, nana, daughter, sister and friend to many, Irma has gone to the heavens to rest.
Born on February 16, 1941, near Cuauhtémoc in the state of Chihuahua, Mexico, Irma began her life in a region rich with culture and tradition. Her journey eventually brought...
Mary Jane Gutierrez
Aug 26, 2025
Mary Jane Gutierrez was born April 4, 1942. She left this world peacefully on August 26, 2025, to be reunited with her beloved husband, Arturo; her two daughters, Sandra and Virginia; her grandsons, Arthur, Angelo, and Joshua; as well as her parents and brothers and sister. Mary leaves behind a legacy of love and strength. She was the cornerstone of...
Bethine Wiederholt
Aug 25, 2025
We lost Bethine Wiederholt, aka Bean, 89, on August 25 th , 2025 in Rio Rancho, NM. She is
survived by her younger sisters Gloria Jean Ray; and Shirley and husband Darrel Whiteside; her
son Jim Wiederholt, and his children Branton and Nicole; her daughter Diane and son-in-law
Matt Evanko, and their children Taylor and Sean and fiancé Corey; and her youngest daughter
Mary...
Bonnie Lee Farrer
Aug 25, 2025
On Monday August 25, 2025 we said goodbye to our Mother, Grandmother, and Great Grandmother “Bonnie Lee Farrer” after 97 years.
Bonnie was a mother of 5 children, widowed for 40 years. She was proceeded in death by her husband, James Farrer, sons, Gary Schnell, and Louis O’Dell, both of Albuquerque, as well as her grandson Jeremiah Cooper of El Vado,...
Flora Blea
Aug 24, 2025
Flora Blea, age 76, of Albuquerque, NM passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2025. She was born July 13, 1949 in Las Vegas, NM, to the late Rogelio and Josie Flores. She attended Robertson High School and graduated with honors. During her time in Albuquerque Flora touched the lives of countless elderly through her tireless efforts as a caregiver.
Flora Blea...
Aaron Elijah Gonzales
Aug 23, 2025
Aaron Elijah Gonzales. 40 entered eternal rest on Aug 23, 2025. “Elijah” was born in the beautiful Espanola Valley. Elijah was a believer in Christ and was baptized at Calvary Church in Albuquerque, NM.
Elijah will be remembered most by his love of cars, art, woodworking, his infectious smile, and his generous heart.
Elijah is preceded in death by his father, David...
Manuel Anthony "Manny" Jojola
Aug 19, 2025
Manuel Anthony “Manny” Jojola, 61, of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, passed away on August 19, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones.
He was born on December 9, 1963, in Socorro, New Mexico, the son of Antonia “Tony” Anderson and Manuel Jojola I. Manny was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 38 years,...
Janet Nixon
Aug 19, 2025
Janet Nixon, 86, passed from this life suddenly and peacefully on August 19, 2025. A longtime Albuquerque resident, she will be remembered and missed by many.
Janet Marie Sutton was born on Friday, the 13th of January 1939, to William T. “Bill” and Harriet (née Marcoux) Sutton in Miami, Florida. The family moved to Albuquerque in 1948 for its arid climate...
Steven Anthony Acosta
Aug 18, 2025
Steven Anthony Acosta
08/25/1989-08/18/2025
On August 18, 2025 Steven was unexpectedly called home to our Lord. Steven is survived by his sons Brandon, Zachary, Dominic, and Mario Acosta. Parents Raymond and Veronica Acosta, sister Stacy Acosta, nieces Jessica Ortiz-Acosta (Pookie bear) and Nicole Ley and husband Brandon. Grandfather Henry Acosta and Steven’s fiancé Jackie Otero. Along with many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Steven...
Maria Consuelo Manzanares
Aug 18, 2025
Maria (Connie) Manzanares, age 81, a resident of Albuquerque, NM formerly of Tierra Amarilla, NM, passed away on August 18, 2025, at her home peacefully, surrounded by her loving family.
Maria was one of the most loving and outgoing people you could ever meet, always spreading kindness wherever she went. She had a heart of gold, and her warmth drew people in, making everyone feel...
Angelica Maria De Aguero
Aug 15, 2025
Angelica “Gelly” De Agüero passed away on Friday, August 15, her 48th birthday, after many years of health issues.
Angelica grew up in Springer, NM and Albuquerque, NM. After high school, she attended trade school and worked for Sandia Laboratories. Later she bartended at several different establishments.
Angelica’s heart belonged to her family. Her dad was her fishing buddy, while her mom was her comfort and...
Mary Christine Chavez Pargas
Aug 14, 2025
Mary Christine (Tina) Chavez Pargas, 76, of Socorro, New Mexico, passed away peacefully at her home on August 14, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born on October 12, 1948, in Socorro to Bernardo (Barney) and Diosintita (Josie) Chavez.
Mary lived her life with an open heart and a generous spirit. She had a gift for caring for others—always making...
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