Obituaries
Melissa Lorien Paden
Jul 3, 2023
Melissa Lorein Paden, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on Monday, July 3, 2023. She was born on October 20, 1977, in San Diego, CA to her loving parents Homer Paden and Dorothy Martin. Melissa is survived by her cherished children, devoted parents, beloved siblings, and a large extended family.Throughout her life, Melissa faced numerous health challenges with immense...
Eleanor Vargas Cortez
Jul 3, 2023
Eleanor Vargas Cortez
Age 80, Passed away peacefully in her home on July 3rd, 2023
She was born, Elinor M. Vargas on April 14th, 1943 in Winslow, Arizona.
Baptized in Cheyenne, Wyoming.
Eleanor resided with her beloved family, The Vargas's, in Los Padilla's Albuquerque, New Mexico until 1960-61 when she went with her husband Ramon Cortez. They lived with his...
Bernice Trujillo
Jun 30, 2023
Bernice Trujillo, beloved mother and cherished soul, bid farewell to this world on June 30, 2023. She was a beacon of love and care, leaving behind precious memories that will forever warm our hearts.Born on September 26, 1955, Bernice embodied the essence of selflessness and devotion throughout her life. Her presence illuminated the lives of those she held dear. Although...
John Jack Gonzales
Jun 27, 2023
In Loving Memory of
John J. Gonzales (Jack)
April 25th, 1941-June 27th, 2023
Jack Gonzales passed away on June 27th with his loving wife by his bedside. Jack is survived by his wife, Janet, the love of his life. He leaves behind her children Cynthia McKinley, Scott Dorcas (who was always here for him), and Troy Dorcas. As well...
Rosalie Ann (Rose) Jojla-Rodriguez
Jun 26, 2023
Rosalie Ann (Rose) Jojola Rodriguez
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our beloved sister Rose. She was called by the Lord on June 26th, 2023. Rose was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend.
Rose was born to Jesus & Lillie Rodriguez July 1st, 1970. After graduating high school, Rose pursued a career in...
Juan Humberto Gonzalez
Jun 22, 2023
Juan Humberto Gonzalez, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on June 22, 2023, at the age of 62. He was born on March 23, 1961 in Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico to Juan Humberto Gonzalez and Josefina Gonzalez. His passing was due to natural causes.Juan married his life partner Elva Irene Gonzalez on September 19th, 1978. The family moved to...
Marina Carmen Gallegos
Jun 19, 2023
Marina Carmen Gallegos, 75 of Socorro, New Mexico passed on the afternoon of Monday, June 19, 2023.
She was born on January 28, 1948, in Socorro, New Mexico to Meliton and Marina Gallegos. She graduated from Socorro High School in 1966. Carmen retired in 2017 after 34 years from the County of Socorro, proudly serving as Socorro County Clerk for...
Richard Anthony Gallegos
Jun 18, 2023
Richard Anthony Gallegos
January 15, 1981 – June 18, 2023
Richard Anthony Gallegos (Pyro), age 42, born in Albuquerque, New Mexico on January 15, 1981, passed away on Sunday June 18, 2023. He left behind a legacy that will last for generations to come.
Richard is survived by his wife Kristi Gutierrez-Gallegos. His four children, daughter Angelica Gutierrez-Gallegos, son Richard...
Edward M Parker
Jun 17, 2023
Edward M. Parker (Edder) 69. A native of Lowville, NY passed away Saturday June 17, 2023 at the Albuquerque,NM VA Hospice House after his battle with cancer.
Ed was born on February 21, 1954 in Lowville, NY the son of the late Kenneth George Parker and Shirley Ann(Prue) Parker. He graduated in 1972 from Lowville Academy. After graduation he...
Jerry Paul Prospero Perea
Jun 16, 2023
Jerry Paul Prospero Perea, age 29, passed away on June 16, 2023 in Albuquerque, NM. He leaves behind a legacy of love and warmth that will forever be cherished.
Jerry is survived by his beloved son, Ezeriaha Perea, who was the light of his life. He is also survived by his parents, Jerry Perea and Veronica Parra; his step-mother, Denise...
Loyola Gauna
Jun 14, 2023
Loyola Gauna, 73, of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away peacefully in her home on June 14, 2023. She is the daughter of William and Josephine Gauna, who predeceased her, and is survived by her son, Franklin Gauna, two sisters, three aunts, one uncle, and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and their children. She will be missed by family and friends.
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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...