Obituaries
Betsy Jane Fox
May 22, 2025
RIP Betsy Jane Fox
10/12/1937 - 5/22/2025
31,999 days from birth to death.
What I can say is she was a pillar of strength. As the wife of a career Air Force (Senior Chief Master Sargent), she held the family together for every PCS move, every TDY without Pa. Heading up youth groups all over the world. She was a Mother, Grandmother, Great...
Monica Salazar
May 20, 2025
Monica Lee Salazar was born June 16th, 1973 to Pamela Joyce Medina and Henry Lee Salazar.
She passed away the morning of May 20th, 2025. She is preceded in death by her father Henry Lee Salazar, grandmother Teresa “Deedee” Medina, grandfather Benny A. Medina, grandmother Frances Salazar, step-father Rip Huntington, step brother Rippie, cousin Paul B. Medina, and numerous aunts, uncles,...
James Rudolph Armijo
May 18, 2025
James "Rudy" Armijo, 87, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 18, 2025, surrounded by loving family.
Rudy was born in Sabinal, New Mexico, on November 11, 1937, and grew up in Clovis, New Mexico. After graduating from high school, he moved to Albuquerque to study chemistry at the College of St. Joseph's on the Rio Grande. Following...
Ruby Ann Hernandez
May 16, 2025
**In Loving Memory of Ruby Ann Hernandez**
*July 10, 1975 – May 16, 2025*
Ruby Ann Hernandez, a beloved daughter, sister, mother, and grandmother, was born on July 10, 1975, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Linda and Joe Hernandez. From her early days, Ruby radiated a vibrant spirit that touched the lives of everyone she encountered. A proud graduate of Albuquerque High,...
Reina Marie Aragon
May 16, 2025
Reina was born in Albuquerque to Vincent Aragon and Tawana Cervantez. Reina was known for her infectious smile, kind heart, and free spirit. She was passionate about her friends and family, and nothing she wouldn’t do to help someone out and put a smile on their face. She loved fishing and to go hunting with her Aunt Kristen. She had...
Joseph Paul Rael
May 16, 2025
Joseph P. Rael, lovingly known to many as Smalls, Bubba, and Jojo, left this world to be with our Lord on May 16, 2025, at the age of 57. Born on October 31, 1967, to Paul Rael and Luanne Gutierrez, Joe was a man whose warmth and spirit touched all who knew him.
Joe’s heart was as big as his sense...
Theresa Atencio
May 16, 2025
Theresa Sue Atencio
Age 72, Albuquerque, NM
May 16, 2025
Theresa Sue Atencio, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and devoted wife, was
called home to be with Our Lord and Savior on the afternoon of May 16, 2025, surrounded by
her loving children, grandchildren, and close friends. She was 72 years old.
Born to Jack and Mary Whitfield on an Army base in Salzburg, Austria, Theresa was...
Gene Emiliano Pacheco Jr
May 16, 2025
Gene Pacheco, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home on May 16, 2025, at the age of 56. He was born on April 16, 1969, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Gene dedicated 30 wonderful years of his life to his beloved wife, Victoria C. Pacheco. Together, they created a loving home for their children: Damian...
Ernest A. Garcia
May 15, 2025
Ernest "Clyde" Garcia passed away on May 15, 2025, at the age of 65 in Albuquerque, NM. He was born on January 1, 1960.
Ernest is survived by his mother, Mary Rael; his wife, Christina Sanchez; daughters, Andrea Garcia, Diana Garcia, and Henisey Angel; brothers, Sisto Garcia and his wife Rocio, Michael Garcia and his wife Gina, Chris Garcia and his...
Bobby Lujan
May 12, 2025
Bobby R. Lujan, age 62, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on May 12, 2025. Bobby was born on September 2, 1962, in Santa Fe, NM. He is preceded in death by His parents, Joe B. Lujan & Flora A. Lujan, brother Joseph Jr. Lujan, and sister Mary Lujan. He is survived by his son Anthony Lujan and his...
Jessie Thaddeus Garcia
May 11, 2025
Jessie Thaddeus Garcia was born on July 22, 1963, to Jake and Aurelia Garcia, and on May 11, 2025, was welcomed into the arms of Jesus.
Jessie lived his life by always helping his family to show his respect and his love for them. He followed old traditions and was always respectful and a loyal friend. Jessie was a hard worker...
Sandra Louise Padilla
May 9, 2025
Sandra Louise Padilla passed away peacefully on May 9, 2025, at the age of 47 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was a loving mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. Sandy was best known for her infectious smile, quick wit, and unwavering warmth towards all who crossed her path.
Born on December 3, 1977, in Albuquerque, NM, Sandy was the...
Eduardo "Lalo" Gonzales
May 9, 2025
Eduardo "Lalo" Gonzales
Eduardo “Lalo” Gonzales, age 71, a beloved Husband, Father, and Grandpa, was born on February 5, 1954, and sadly left our world on May 9, 2025.
He is survived by his wife Chastity, his 4 children and 10 grandchildren, son Edward, grandchildren: Eddie, and Josh, daughter Cynthia Husband Angelo, grandchildren-Marissa, D’Angelo, and Dra’ya, daughter Preslei, boyfriend Gabriel, grandchildren- Rosa,...
Francisco Diaz De Leon
May 8, 2025
Francisco Díaz De León
Con profundo dolor, la familia Díaz De León comunica el fallecimiento de Francisco Díaz De León, quien partió en paz rodeado de sus seres queridos.
Francisco fue un esposo, padre, abuelo y amigo ejemplar, cuya vida estuvo marcada por el trabajo, la fe y el amor por su familia. Sobre todo, fue un hombre que amó a Dios...
Ramon Spears
May 8, 2025
Ramon Javier Spears entered eternal peace on May 8, 2025 at the age of 53. He lived in Albuquerque the last several years. Ramon was born on September 28, 1971 in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico. Surviving family include his mother Refugio Spears Espinoza, sisters Maria and Blanca, brothers Martin and Rick, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Ramon was honored...
Santos Quintana
May 8, 2025
Santos Quintana, age 90, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully at home in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on May 8, 2025.
He was born in the small mountain town of Manzano, New Mexico, to George and Ramona Quintana. After graduating from Mountaire High School, Santos proudly served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. Thanks to...
Jack Thomas Borders
May 8, 2025
Jack Thomas Borders
July 2, 1994 – May 8, 2025
Jack Thomas Borders, age 30, a resident of Mountainair, New Mexico, sadly passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, May 8, 2025. Jack was born in Waxahachie, Texas, on July 2, 1994, to Robert Kevin Borders and Darla Hodge Borders. Jack is survived by his grandfather, Carl Thomas Borders (Papaw); his grandmother, Sandra Pate;...
LuDene Bernadette Romero
May 5, 2025
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of LuDene Bernadette Romero, a cherished member of our community in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Born on February 15, 1970, LuDene peacefully transitioned to eternal rest on May 5, 2025, at the age of 55.
LuDene leaves behind a vibrant legacy of love that continues to inspire those who knew her. She is survived by...
Salo Valverde
May 4, 2025
Solomon "Salo” Valverde
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Solomon “Salo” Valverde, who left us on May 4, 2025, at the age of 72. Salo was a cherished individual who profoundly touched the lives of many through his kindness, wisdom, generosity, humor, and unwavering spirit.
Born on July 12, 1952, in Tucumcari, New Mexico, to Pete Sr....
Wayne Onecimo Capps
May 4, 2025
Wayne Onecimo Capps, aged 44, was a vibrant soul who graced the world with his presence on January 8, 1981, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He departed this life peacefully on May 4, 2025, at his cherished home in Canon, New Mexico. Wayne leaves behind a legacy enriched by the love of his family and friends, including his devoted parents, Helen...