Obituaries

Wayne Alan Binnert

Wayne Alan Binnert

May 2, 2025

A Life Remembered: Wayne Alan Binnert

Wayne Alan Binnert, a man known for his love of motorcycles and good company, rode off into the sunset on May 2, 2025, in Albuquerque, NM. Born in Rochester, NY, on January 18, 1955, Wayne passed away this month with his family by his side.

After earning his Associate's Degree from RIT, Wayne built a career...

Adelina "Lena" Martinez

Adelina "Lena" Martinez

May 1, 2025

Adelina “Lena” Martinez, 84, born in Karnes, Texas, a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away May 1st, 2025

Lena is survived by her son, Arthur Martinez; Sister Aurora Wilburn, brother Ray Barella, and many grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her children Candido Martinez (wife Dina Martinez), Antonio Martinez, daughter Cynthia Vigil (husband Donald Vigil), and daughter-in-law Patricia Moya.

Lena...

Sally M. Ortega

Sally M. Ortega

Apr 30, 2025

Sally M. Ortega: 76, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, entered eternal rest on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at her residence surrounded by her loving family.

Sally was born December 18, 1948, to Reyes C. Montoya and Ramona H. Montoya in Silver City, NM. She was a graduate from Silver High School, where she enjoyed cheerleading and was proud of her honor...

Manuelita Nellie Cordero

Manuelita Nellie Cordero

Apr 30, 2025

 In Loving Memory of Manuelita "Nellie" Cordero

May 6, 1941 – April 30, 2025 Manuelita "Nellie" Cordero, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and Nana to all, passed away peacefully at her residence on Wednesday morning, April 30, 2025. Born on May 6, 1941, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Nellie was married to the love of her life, William "Billy" Cordero, affectionately...

Sylvia Reyes

Sylvia Reyes

Apr 27, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Sylvia Reyes at the age of 34. She was a remarkable individual, known for her kindness, warmth, and ability to bring joy to those around her.

Born on July 9th, 1990, Sylvia possessed a tender heart and an infectious spirit that made every moment with her meaningful. She embraced life...

Monica Tellez

Monica Tellez

Apr 27, 2025

In loving memory of Monica Tellez.

It's with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Monica Tellez, age 51, daughter of Gloria Garley. She was born in Las Cruces, New Mexico, on May 19, 1973. She left us to be with our Lord on April 27, 2025. She will be survived by her grandson, Francisco Maestas. Her son Daniel Tellez,...

Rudolph Sprunk

Rudolph Sprunk

Apr 26, 2025

Rudolph J Sprunk, age 98, passed away April 26, 2025 in Albuquerque, NM. Although he was born in Kansas, he was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM.

He served honorably and proudly for his Country in the U.S. Coast Guard from February 20. 1943 - January 19, 1946. WWII 1943-1946

Rodolph was preceded in death by his two sons, Robert and David,...

Samuel Pino

Samuel Pino

Apr 24, 2025

Loving Memory of Samuel D. Pino

September 13, 1939 – April 24, 2025



Samuel D. Pino, father, grandfather, uncle, brother, and friend, passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at the age of 85. Born in the small town of Magdalena, New Mexico, to Antonio and Luisa Pino, Sam lived his life with a quick wit, a playful spirit, and an endless...

Loretta Chavez

Loretta Chavez

Apr 23, 2025

Loretta R. Chavez, daughter of Gloria Maestas and Herman Chavez. She

was born November 8th, 1973, and was proceeded at the right hand of

the father on April 23rd, 2025. It is with great sadness that we

pronounce her passing, growing up she loved playing baseball and

proving to her siblings that whatever they did, she could do better. One

thing she loved most was...

Marsha Daly

Marsha Daly

Apr 23, 2025

Marsha Lil (Roberts) Daly passed away on April 23, 2025, where she lived at Brio Assisted Living in Albuquerque. Her death came just a few days after observing her 80th birthday on April 18th with friends and family, including her beloved daughter, Sarah.

Born and raised in Farmington, New Mexico, Marsha Roberts was the first born child of Austin and Lois...

Paul Griego

Paul Griego

Apr 23, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Paul Griego, age 43, who went home to be with the Lord on April 23, 2025. A beloved son, brother, husband, father, father-in-law, and grandfather, Paul is remembered for his remarkable vocal talent, gentle spirit, sharp sense of humor, and strong work ethic.

Born to Pete and Paula Gomez as...

Esther Mae Brummel

Esther Mae Brummel

Apr 23, 2025

Esther M. Brummel

Esther M. Brummel went home to be with her Lord on April 23, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The funeral service for Esther will be held at the Rehoboth Christian Reformed Church in Rehoboth, New Mexico, on Friday, May 9th, at 1:00 p.m. There will be a viewing at 12:00 noon at the church.

Esther was born on November...

Virginia Montano

Virginia Montano

Apr 22, 2025

Virginia Montaño, age 76, passed away April 22, 2025, at her home in Rio Rancho, NM, after a

long illness. She was a lifelong New Mexican, born in Ponderosa, NM, to Juan and Deluvina

Garcia. She is preceded in death by her parents, her sister, Diane Jaramillo, and her niece, Vanessa

Guiterrez.

She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Andy Montaño, and...

Andrew Jackson Glynn

Andrew Jackson Glynn

Apr 22, 2025

Andrew Jackson Glynn, jr

January 31, 1937 – April 22, 2025.

Remembering Andy,

He was born January 31, 1937, in Shreveport, Louisiana. Son to Andrew Glynn and Louvennia Smith. He was the youngest of their children and named after his daddy. The littlest man, then ‘main’ man was eventually nicknamed Uncle Main, but to his children, he was always just ‘dad’.

It can be...

Don Eric Vigil

Don Eric Vigil

Apr 21, 2025

DON ERIC VIGIL

5/9/1972-4/21/2025 

It is with profound sadness and deep love that we announce the death of our beloved Don Vigil who was born in Las Vegas, NM. He passed away on Monday April 21,2025 at the age of 52 after a long battle with leukemia. He was surrounded by his family and loved ones.

He is survived by his wife Deanna...

Charles Lopez

Charles Lopez

Apr 21, 2025

Charlie (Charles) Lopez

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, Charlie (Charles) Lopez, who departed this life peacefully on April 21, 2025, after a long illness. He was surrounded by his loving wife and children in his final moments.

Born on April 2, 1940, in Socorro, New Mexico, Charlie was the...

Jena Pearce

Jena Pearce

Apr 21, 2025

Jena a loving mother to Taya, Joseph, Alicia, Dajanique , Geovonnie Kavozio,and Javonte Grandma to Kamoni has sadly passed away due to her cancer. She was a great mother,grandma and friend to many, she would help so many people even if she barely had it herself .she always put everyone else before herself. She loved all of her kids with...

Terry Lee Lujan

Terry Lee Lujan

Apr 20, 2025

Terry Lee Lujan Sr.

Terry Lee Lujan Sr., 66, passed away peacefully at his home in Edgewood, New Mexico, on April 20, 2025. Born in Los Alamos, NM in 1959. Terry was a proud graduate of Los Alamos High School and lived a life full of warmth, humor, and connection with those he loved.

Terry dedicated much of his career to Smith’s...

Rene Gregorio Tena

Rene Gregorio Tena

Apr 19, 2025

Rene Gregorio Tena, born on September 5, 1975, in Namiquipa, Chihuahua, Mexico, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He leaves behind a legacy of service and dedication to his community, most notably through his work as a valued member of the Pena Blanca Fire Department.

Rene's life was marked not only by his professional accomplishments but...

Martha Juanita Johnson

Martha Juanita Johnson

Apr 19, 2025

Our lives are saddened by the loss of our mother, grandmother, and friend Martha Johnson better known as Nita who passed away on April 19th, 2025 .

She was preceded in death by her husband Lee Roy, two sons Ben and Dale, daughter Reynea, all her siblings, and mother and father Martha and William Hevert.

Nita was born in Tucumcari and her...