Obituaries
Yvonne Garcia
Jul 29, 2024
Yvonne Garcia, aged 54, of Albuquerque, passed away at her residence in the South Valley on or around Monday, July 29th 2024 unexpectedly.
Yvonne was born August 30th, 1969, in Albuquerque, New Mexico to the late Gloria Garcia and Johnny Vallez . She attended Rio Grande High School as well as CNM formerly known as YDI. Growing up in Albuquerque as...
Lawrence Eloy Salazar
Jul 28, 2024
Lawrence Eloy Salazar
Sunrise 09/19/1943 - Sunset 07/28/2024
Lawrence Salazar (Boobie) Salazar passed away peacefully at his home with his wife and daughter by his side Sunday, July 28, 2024, at the age of 80.
Lawrence was the eldest of 15 children born to Isauro and Carmen Salazar. He was born in Alcalde, New Mexico, where he was raised with his siblings....
Dianne Elizabeth Patton
Jul 28, 2024
Dianne passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, July 28th, 2024 at the young age of 80, surrounded by her children and loved ones. She was born in Framingham, Massachusetts to Jeanne Hunt and is the eldest of 3 children. Dianne had the biggest heart, an amazing sense of humor, an appreciation for adventure, and loved her family immensely....
Rudolph E. Jaramillo
Jul 28, 2024
Rudolph “Rudy” Ezekiel Jaramillo, Age 74, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 28th, 2024 surrounded by his loved ones. He was a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Rudy is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Isabel Jaramillo, his children Rubel Jaramillo and wife Dana, Angeline Jaramillo, Avrian Jaramillo and wife Victoria. Grandchildren Giovanna Jaramillo and Fiancé Francine Madrid,...
Joe Albert Mora
Jul 27, 2024
Joe Albert Mora, age 91, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born October 1, 1932, in Chilili, New Mexico, Albert created a full and vibrant life with his family, community, and many passions.
Albert was a talented musician, playing the bass guitar in a band called Alberto Mora y Los Conjuntos. His love for music...
Giovanni Baca Carrillo
Jul 26, 2024
Giovanni “Gio” Adrian Baca Carrillo passed away on July 26, 2024, at the age of 33, to be with the Lord. He was a loving father, husband, son, brother, and friend, known for his generous spirit and unwavering kindness.
Gio was born in Anaheim, California, on December 11, 1990, to parents Carlos Baca and Rachel Carrillo Negrete. He graduated in 2009...
Ira Quincy Hickman
Jul 26, 2024
Ira Quincy Hickman, age 53 passed away on Friday, July 26, 2024. His greatest honor was being a father. He loved his kids more than he loved his profession. He was proud to be a Lineman and tried to talk everyone he knew into joining this profession. He traveled the world working on lines and dangled from helicopters and buckets...
Manuel Maestas
Jul 25, 2024
In loving memory of Manuel Maestas, a man who lived a life defined by unwavering devotion to his family and a deep passion for the simple pleasures in life. Born on May 1, 1935, in San Luis, New Mexico, Manuel's journey came to a peaceful end at his Residence on July 25, 2024.
Manuel was known for his wisdom and his...
Kevin Emmanuel Valdez
Jul 23, 2024
Kevin E. Valdez
Age 50, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, July 23, 2024
He was a resident of Albuquerque, after he moved from Durango, CO when he was younger. He is preceded in death by his son KJ Valdez, his Grandma Bernie, his Grandpa Elias, his Grandpa Julian, his Grandma Margret, his Nephew Corbin, his Cousin Fay & his Father...
Adam Joseph Villa
Jul 22, 2024
Adam Joseph Villa, beloved husband, father, and friend, went Home to be with The Lord on July 21, 2024, at the age of 34. He was born on May 13, 1990, in La Mirada, CA, and was most recently a resident of Albuquerque, NM.
Adam had a zest for life and a passion for his favorite hobbies. He loved spending time...
Felicia Stephanie Montoya
Jul 22, 2024
Felicia Stephanie Montoya was born May 17, 1987 and went home to be with our Lord and Savior on July 22, 2024.
Felicia was preceded in death by her father Anthony Montoya; grandfather John Casias; uncles Frank Montoya and Kenny Montoya; Aunt Diane Montoya; cousin Devin Griego; great grandfather Leopolo Griego and great grandmother Ada Griego. Mother, Janette Montoya, Daughters; Janessa...
Raquel Lita Aragon
Jul 21, 2024
Raquel Lita Aragon, age 52, resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away in her home on Sunday, July 21st, 2024.
Ms. Aragon was born February 10th, 1972 in Albuquerque, NM, to Francisco and Anna Aragon, she was the oldest of four children. She lived a life full of love and compassion for her family and friends, most importantly, her two girls Victoria...
Ernie Gallegos
Jul 19, 2024
Ernie Gallegos, Sr. born October 16, 1947, peacefully stepped from this world into his new home with his Lord and Savior, free from pain and rejoicing in salvation on July 19, 2024.
Ernie was a graduate of Santa Fe High School and spent his early years working with his father downtown at their family’s used car lot, El Centro Auto Sales....
Lawrence Salomon Gallegos
Jul 19, 2024
Lawrence S. Gallegos Sr., born on June 14, 1947, passed away on July 19, 2024. He is survived by his loving wife, Peggy A. Gallegos, his daughter Lori Ann Chavez, and his son Lawrence Gallegos II. Lawrence also leaves behind five grandchildren: Jasmaine Chavez, David Chavez, Marrina Gallegos, Maranda Gallegos, and Yolanda Gallegos. His legacy continues through his great grandson...
William Gonzales Arviso Jr.
Jul 18, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of William Gonzales Arviso Jr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. William passed away on July 18, 2024, at the age of 66 surrounded by his loving family.
William was born on May 28, 1958, in Chula Vista, California to the late William B. Arviso Sr and Maria Carreras. William...
Carol Chavez
Jul 14, 2024
In Loving Memory of Carol Chavez
It is with deep sorrow and love that we announce the passing of Carol Chavez, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who was called to eternal rest surrounded by her family and friends on July 14th, 2024 at the age of 73. Carol was a woman of faith, gentle kindness, and an abiding love...
Stella Lopez
Jul 13, 2024
Our beautiful mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, Stella Lopez, passed away peacefully at home on July 13, 2024 at the age of 82. Stella was born on August 12, 1941 in Las Cruces, New Mexico to Pedro and Eugenia Duran. She was the youngest of nine children.
In December of 1962, she married, Albert Lopez, and they had three daughters, Cynthia,...
Ephraim David Torres
Jul 11, 2024
Ephraim David Torres, 79, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.
David was born to Ephraim Sr. and Adelina Torres on November 2, 1944. He married the love of his life, Carmen Garcia on July 25, 1970. They were blessed with three children Lisa, David Jr., and Vincent. David’s love for his...
Darlene Trujillo
Jul 9, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Darlene Trujillo, who departed this life on July 9, 2024. Born on July 27, 1961, in Las Vegas, New Mexico, Darlene was the cherished daughter of Rachel and Daniel Trujillo.
Darlene spent much of her life in Las Vegas, where she found joy in the company of her beloved...
Eleanor Trabaudo
Jul 9, 2024
Eleanor was born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA, and went to nursing school. She married a military doctor and traveled the next 20+ years dedicating her life to family, child raising, reading, learning, and writing. The intensity and passion of those experiences gave way to her art.
Eleanor moved with her family to New Mexico in 1974 where, as she finished...