Obituaries
Joanna Santangelo
Jun 13, 2023
After a tenacious year and valiant battle fighting Metastatic Melanoma, Joanna Santangelo left this earth to rest in the stars on Tuesday, June 13th, at the youthful age of 55. Joanna passed in her lovely home, surrounded by loved ones, with sounds of finches and trickling water outside her bedroom window.
Born in vibrant Queens, New York, on August...
Bruce Edwin Lee
Jun 13, 2023
It is with a heavy heart and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Bruce Edwin Lee, who departed this world on June 13, 2023. Bruce was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico on October 25, 1979. He passed away at the young age of 43 but left behind a legacy that will last for generations to come.Bruce loved life...
Joseph Daniel Martinez
Jun 12, 2023
Joseph Daniel MartinezMarch 18, 1964 – June 12, 2023
The Lord took Joseph home on June 12th, 2023, following a long illness & complications with his heart.Joseph was preceded in death by Shari the mother of his one and only child. His mother Flora Martinez and three brothers Ricky, Cecil & Anthony. He is survived by his father Cecilio Martinez,...
Rebecca Urbano Hartzog
Jun 12, 2023
Rebecca Urbano Hartzog, 60 was born June 14, 1962, in Plainview, Texas and died June 12, 2023, in Albuquerque, NM, after a short illness.
Those who have had the pleasure of knowing Rebecca will tell you her smile could light up an entire room, her eyes were gentle and yet somehow, always smiling too. Her Aura was so bright, she...
Gilbert Padilla
Jun 11, 2023
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Gilbert Padilla on June 11, 2023, after a 3-month fight following his heart attack and stroke. He was born on September 24, 1949, to Eva and Polidor Padilla. He was a truly exceptional human being who touched the hearts of so many with his kindness and warmth.
Gilbert was a...
Larquin Thomas Anthony Abeyta
Jun 10, 2023
Larquin Thomas Anthony Abeyta, age 65, of Albuquerque, died at Presbyterian Hospital on Saturday June 10that 12:47pm of complications following a stroke.
Larquin was born December 31, 1957 in Albuquerque, NM to Nicolas Pantaleon Abeyta and Mary Grace Gomez. He is survived by his three siblings, Nick, Terry and Marla. He was an energetic and daring boy. His siblings shared stories of playing together as kids,...
Joe "Joey" Anthony Lucero
Jun 9, 2023
Joe "Joey" Anthony Lucero, aged 60, of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away on June 9th, 2023.
He was born to Erlinda and Joe Lucero on July 4th, 1962, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Joey is survived by his life partner, Cathy Sanchez, his two sisters, Elizabeth “Liz” Lucero and Roberta “Berta” Martinez. He is further survived by many nephews, nieces, other...
Isaac Jacob Martinez
Jun 8, 2023
Isaac (Ike) J. Martinez, a devoted Catholic and beloved member of his community, passed away on June 8th, 2023, at the age of 84. Born on December 29th, 1938, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Isaac was born to Isaac J. and Margaret Martinez. His early years were filled with adventure as he explored the town of Santa Fe alongside his...
Harold W. Keck, Sr.
Jun 7, 2023
HAROLD W. KECK, SR went to be with his Lord, Jesus Christ, on June 7, 2023, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Catherine M. Keck; Son: Harold W. Keck, Jr and wife, Glenna; Son: Curtis Keck and wife, Bettina; Daughter: Kathy Keck Garcia and husband, Rudy; and Son: James Keck and wife,...
Brandis Shavon Chavez
Jun 5, 2023
Brandis Shavon Chavez, 40, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on June 5th, 2023. She was born on April 22nd, 1983 in Albuquerque, NM, to Randy Chavez and Shawna Esquibel.
Brandis was a loving mother of her nine beautiful children. She is survived by her partner, Kong Xay Soumphonphakdy, and nine children: Kai Soumphonphakdy, Santos Chavez, Santiago Chavez, Leilani,...
Paul Thaddeus Romero, Jr.
Jun 5, 2023
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of our beloved Paul Thaddeus Romero Jr, of Albuquerque New Mexico. He joined our Lord and Savior on June 5, 2023 at the age of 35 years.
Paul Jr. is preceded in death by paternal grandfather Joe M Romero Sr and maternal grandparents Abelino J. Montoya...
Marcos Rudy Perez
Jun 4, 2023
Marcos Rudy Perez life long resident of Albuquerque, NM passed away unexpectedly on June 4th, 2023 at the age of 18.
Marcos was born May 16th, 2005, in Albuquerque, NM to Vanessa Apodaca and Placido Perez III. Marcos had a smile that would light up any room he walked into. He lived his life to the fullest. He loved...
Maurice Sean Yazzie
Jun 4, 2023
Maurice Sean Yazzie, age 43 passed away after a long courageous battle with cancer on June 4, 2023 at the Raymond Murphy Veteran’s Hospital in Albuquerque.
Maurice was born in Sanders, Arizona to Cynthia Yazzie on October 19, 1979. His clan, Todích'íí'nii niÅ‚į́ (Bitter Water) and Tsi'naajinii yashchiin (Black Streak), Tótsohnii dabicheii (Big Water) and MÄ…'ii deeshgiizhinii dabinalí (Coyote Pass). Survived...
Karen Renee Gentry Jones
Jun 3, 2023
Karen Renee Gentry Jones, 61, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2023, leaving behind cherished memories and a profound impact on everyone who knew her. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend whose infectious laughter and beautiful smile will forever remain in our hearts.Born on November 16, 1961, in Cape May, New Jersey to Allen L Sullivan and Caroline...
Karen Evelyn Clay
Jun 1, 2023
Clay, Karen Evelyn, 56, a long time resident of Edgewood, NM, passed away June 1, 2023.Karen was born September 18, 1966 in Clarrion, Iowa. When she was a teenager her and her parentsmoved here to Edgewood. She graduated from Moriarty High School in 1985. After that Karen workedfor her parents on their construction company.Karen enjoyed going fishing with her parents...
Evelina Garza Coulson
May 31, 2023
Evelina Coulson succumbed to complications due to dementia on the evening of Wednesday May 31st in Albuquerque, NM at the age of 86. She was survived by her only daughter Cynthia, son-in-law Dennis Howard, grandson Colin Howard, and sister Imelda. Evelina is reunited in Heaven with her husband JC Coulson, brother Hector Garza, and grandson Tristan Howard.
Evelina was born...
Randy Sanchez
May 28, 2023
Randy Sanchez
August 20, 1976 – May 28, 2023
Randy Sanchez 46, passed away on May 28, 2023, in Red River, NM. He was Born on August 20, 1976, in Albuquerque NM to Dennis and Priscilla (Dimas) Sanchez.
He is survived by one son Lil' Randy, one brother Dennis Jr. and wife Jennifer. One niece Aliana, two nephews, Dimas and...
Clifford Earl Foster
May 28, 2023
Clifford Earl Foster, 59, of Albuquerque New Mexico unfortunately passed at his home on May 28, 2023, of Stage 4 Colonoscopy Cancer.
He was born January 2, 1964, in Albuquerque New Mexico to Daisy Ward. He attended schools in Albuquerque NM and graduated from West Mesa High. He loved to work on electronics and vehicles. He loved learning the word...
Alejandro Aurelio Valdez
May 27, 2023
Alejandro "Grumpy" Valdez age 33, born September 25, 1989 passed away May 27 2023, unexpectedly.
Even though the Lord has taken him home, away from us, his loving heart and ways left behind many memorable moments. His kindness, love, respect, and laughter.
Alejandro "Grumpy" is survived by his daughter - Candy Llamas, son- Xavier Garcia, whom he...
Devin Jeremiah Caballero
May 26, 2023
Devin Jeremiah CaballeroNovember 2, 2004 - May 26, 2023Albuquerque, NM
Devin Jeremiah Caballero, 18, resident of Albuquerque earned his wings unexpectedly on May 26, 2023. He is survived by his beloved mother Nicole Caballero-Vega and stepfather Jaime Vega, father Matt Blackmon, loving grandmothers Patricia Caballero and Clarice Merrill, great-grandmother Maxine Merrill, close auntie Lisa and husband uncle Manuel Rodriguez and...