Obituaries

Sally Ann Salas

Sally Ann Salas

Feb 6, 2025

Sally Ann Salas

September 16, 1956 – February 6, 2025

The family of Sally Ann Salas of Albuquerque, NM is saddened to announce her passing on February 6, 2025, at the age of 68 years.

She will be lovingly remembered by her son John Salas and fiancé Christina Garcia of the family home. Brothers: Robert V. of Sierra Vista AZ and David V....

Aldo Marcos Huerta

Aldo Marcos Huerta

Feb 4, 2025

In Loving Memory of Aldo Huerta

October 5th, 1981 – February 4th, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Aldo Huerta. He passed away surrounded by the love of his family, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, strength, and unwavering love. He faced life’s challenges with resilience and grace, never letting hardship define him. His love for...

Vincent Steve Gonzales

Vincent Steve Gonzales

Feb 4, 2025

On Tuesday, February 4, 2025, Vincent Steve Gonzales departed this earth at the age of 66. He was born in Albuquerque on August 28, 1958, and he remained in New Mexico his entire life. He was preceded in death by his long-term partner, Theresa Poerio, his father, Vincent Gonzales, and his mother, Juanita Gonzales. He leaves behind three sisters –...

Gary A Lopez Jr

Gary A Lopez Jr

Feb 4, 2025

With heavy hearts, We are announcing the passing of Gary A Lopez JR was born October 13th 1998 and Left this world at the age of 26, on February 4th 2025. He was survived by his mother Desirae Lopez Father Gary Lopez SR and his two sisters Mariah Padilla and Aaliyah Lopez. Gary also known as "Antonio" was such a...

Rozella Frances Drumm

Rozella Frances Drumm

Feb 3, 2025

Rozella Frances Drumm, also known as Rosie, Zella, Mom, Grandma, or Grannie, was born in Springer, NM on July 16, 1937, to William Hurley and Rosie Mae Caldwell. Rozella spent her early years on a cattle ranch with her grandparents, Ernest and Frances Jespersen. Relational circumstances and World War II had taken her mom to San Diego to join the...

Carlos G. Pino

Carlos G. Pino

Feb 3, 2025

Carlos G. Pino

December 12, 1945 – February 3, 2025 

Carlos entered eternal life on February 3, 2025, to join his beloved parents, Joe Trivinio Pino and Bernardina Pacheco Pino, sister Eufelia Pino, and brothers Frank T Pino, Gilbert Pino, and Henry Pino.

He is survived by his son, Andrew G. Pino, and his daughter Amariah Solis (grandchild); his daughter Paula Ann Pino...

Dana Jo Sawyers-Herrera

Dana Jo Sawyers-Herrera

Feb 1, 2025

Dana Jo Sawyers-Herrera, 64, passed away peacefully at her home in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on Saturday, February 1st, 2025. 

She was born to Dan and Jo Sawyers in Wichita, Kansas, on November 13, 1960. She earned an associate degree in nursing from the College of Santa Fe. Throughout her nursing career, she worked in the neonatal intensive care unit, labor and...

William Horace Stell

William Horace Stell

Jan 31, 2025

It is with Great Sorrow that we announce the passing of, William Horace Stell 'Wild Willie Stell'  on January 31st, 2025.  He was surrounded by family and loved ones. William was born on Sept 26th, 1954 in Bridgeton, New Jersey. 

He proudly served in the Army from 1971- 1974 and was medically discharged due to service injury. He proudly rode, wrenched...

Eralia B. Gonzales

Eralia B. Gonzales

Jan 31, 2025

Eralia B. Gonzales

January 22, 1929 - January 31, 2025

Albuquerque, New Mexico

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother and grandmother Eralia B. Gonzales.

Eralia was born on January 22, 1929, in Sedillo, New Mexico. She celebrated her 96th birthday with loved ones at her bedside. 

She gained her angel wings on January 31, 2025 and was...

Rachel (Silva) Flores

Rachel (Silva) Flores

Jan 31, 2025

RACHEL (SILVA) FLORES

March 16, 1951-January 31, 2025

Rachel was called home to our Lord and was reunited in heaven with her beloved husband Alfredo "Fred" Flores on Friday, January 31st, 2025, surrounded by her children and loving family at her home in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM.

Beloved Daughter, Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Sister, Aunt, Great Aunt, Niece, Godmother and Friend.

Rachel...

Gerald Sanders Whitaker Jr

Gerald Sanders Whitaker Jr

Jan 31, 2025

Gerald Sanders Whitaker Jr. left this earth on Friday, January 31st 2025.

Gerald was a lifelong fan of the Houston Texans, his military service, and Bigfoot. He was a loving father of his son Joseph and loved exploring our nation in his 20 year trucking career. 

His sense of humor and love for those in his life always shined through to everyone...

Kathleen "Kathy" Christine Moya

Kathleen "Kathy" Christine Moya

Jan 31, 2025

In Loving Memory of Kathleen (Kathy) Christine Moya

Kathleen (Kathy) who passed away peacefully on January 31, 2025. She was raised in the North Valley and found home in Rio Rancho, NM. Kathy was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend who touched the lives of so many with her warmth, kindness, and unwavering love.

She was married to the love...

Thomas Anthony Vigil

Thomas Anthony Vigil

Jan 31, 2025

Thomas Anthony Vigil, a proud U.S. Army Ranger, passed away at home on January 31, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with a chronic illness. He will be remembered not only for his strength and perseverance but also for his sharp sense of humor, wisdom, and his incredible ability to fix anything.

He was preceded in death by his parents,...

Bobby R. Martinez

Bobby R. Martinez

Jan 31, 2025

Bobby R. Martinez was born on May 28, 1953, in Taos, NM to Alfonso and Sally Martinez. He is the youngest of a large family. 

Bobby was a loving husband to his wife Carmen and a good father to his sons Bobby Ray and Norman. He was a loving Grandfather to Felicia, Mason, Jordan, Angelique, and Anjaliya. Bobby loved fishing with...

Mary Lou Flora Montano

Mary Lou Flora Montano

Jan 30, 2025

Mary Lou “Flora” Montano passed away on January 30, 2025 at the age of 80. She is preceded in death by her father, Hermelindo Montano and mother, Felipita Montano; sisters, Antonia Gonzales and Polly Montano; brothers Ramon, Robert and Steve Montano; and grandson, Michael Duran, Jr.

She is survived by her daughter, Lou Duran and son, Alfred (Maura) Torres; grandchildren, Nikkie...

Lloyd Sillas

Lloyd Sillas

Jan 30, 2025

Lloyd Sillas 

On January 30, 2025, Lloyd sadly passed after a long-time illness at the age of 59. Lloyd passed peacefully surrounded by the love of his family who he loved dearly.

Lloyd was born June 18, 1965, in Carlsbad NM to parents Lisandro Sillas Jr and Nora Herrera Sillas. Lloyd was the 3rd of 5 children and had a love for...

Marc A. Hintz Jr.

Marc A. Hintz Jr.

Jan 30, 2025

Marc A. Hintz Jr.

 November 30, 1944 - January 30, 2025

Marc Hintz, age 80, of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, passed away Thursday, January 30, 2025. 

Marc was born November 30, 1944, in Los Angeles, California. He was raised in Oelwein, Iowa but always had a love for California and the ocean.

Marc was preceded in death by his parents, Marc Hintz Sr., and...

Manuel Rivera III

Manuel Rivera III

Jan 28, 2025

MANUEL RIVERA, 65, of Bernalillo New Mexico passed away after a brief illness on January 28, 2025.

Manuel was born in Los Angeles, California to the late Manuel and Mary Rivera on May 10, 1959. He moved to Vaughn, NM in the mid-90s and eventually ended up making his home in Bernalillo.

Manuel was a very hard worker. He was always very...

Martha Munoz

Martha Munoz

Jan 28, 2025

With heavy Hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Martha Muñoz, also known as Mama Martha. She gained her wings and went home to be with Our Lord on January 28th , 2025. Martha passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family. She was born November 11th, 1932, in Camargo Chihuahua to Placido Zubia and Ana Vasquez. Martha...

Karen Sue Spungen

Karen Sue Spungen

Jan 27, 2025

Karen Sue Spungen, aged 70, passed away on January 27, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her family after a brief battle with cancer. She is survived by her devoted husband, Al Spungen; daughters and sons-in-law, Jennifer and Kris Thibault, and Amy and Steve Miller; grandchildren, Stephen, Brooke, and Paige Miller, and Olivia and Georgia Thibault; great grandson, Stephen Miller;...