Obituaries
Pete A. Trujillo Jr.
Feb 21, 2026
In Loving Memory of Pete Trujillo Jr.
He battled cancer bravely, holding on to hope each and every day. With unwavering strength and quiet courage, he fought until the Lord called him home on a beautiful sunny Saturday morning, February 21, 2026 at the young age of 58.
Our beloved Pete Trujillo Jr.—devoted husband, proud father, loving son, brother, and loyal friend—passed...
Manuel Chavira Chavez
Feb 20, 2026
Con profunda tristeza pero con el corazón lleno de gratitud, la familia de Manuel Chavira Chavez anuncia su partida al descanso eterno el pasado 20 de febrero de 2026, a la edad de 91 años.
Hombre de tierra y de fe, Don Manuel dedicó gran parte de su vida a su labor como agricultor, cultivando no solo el campo, sino también...
Teresa de Jesús Márquez Sotelo
Feb 20, 2026
Teresa de Jesús Márquez Sotelo1 de julio de 1949 – 20 de febrero de 2026Teresa de Jesús Márquez Sotelo vivió una vida dedicada a su familia y a mantener unidos a quienes amaba. Fue madre, abuela, hermana y compañera, y siempre valoró el tiempo compartido con los suyos.Nació el 1 de julio de 1949 y falleció el 20 de febrero...
David (Dave) Rodney Mulder
Feb 19, 2026
MULDER, Mr. David (Dave) Rodney
Albuquerque, NM
David Rodney Mulder, age 73, passed away on February 19, 2026, after a 10½ year battle with
cancer and diabetes. He was born on February 4, 1953 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to Rodney
B. and Frances C. (Adriaansen) Mulder, both of whom preceded him in death. He was also
preceded in death by his in-laws Herman and Virginia...
Ha Ngo
Feb 19, 2026
Born on November 29, 1946, he lived a life marked by kindness, integrity, quiet strength, and deep devotion to his family. Throughout his years, he was known for his playful—sometimes famously bad—sense of humor and the unwavering respect he earned from those who loved him.
He is survived by his wife, Muoi Mac, along with four sons and two daughters, who...
Patricia Sue Ruiz
Feb 17, 2026
Patty Sue Ruiz, beloved wife, mother, daughter-in-law, grandma, sister, sister-in-law was born on August 11, 1952, in Manhattan, Kansas, to Leota "Bo" Randall and Dorsie Randall, filling the world with her radiant light from that moment on.
She graduated from Manhattan High School in May 1970. Patty was blessed with a daughter and a son. In January 1983 she reeled in...
Sylvia L. Apodaca
Feb 15, 2026
SYLVIA L. APODACA, age 77, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family at UNM
Hospital on February 15, 2026. She was born on July 20, 1948, in Las Cruces, New Mexico, to
Bennie and Vivian Malone. Over the course of her life, she lived in Las Cruces, later relocated to
Los Angeles, and ultimately settled in Albuquerque, where she made her home...
Deanna Dawn Scarton
Feb 15, 2026
Deanna Dawn (Cain) Scarton
October 2, 1959 - February 15, 2026
Deanna “Dea” Scarton was born in Alamogordo, NM to Donald Cain and Anita (Rierson) Cain. She moved to Albuquerque with her family when she was a young girl and lived in the North Valley for most of her life. Dea graduated from Valley High School in 1977.
Dea met Les, her future...
Susie Lina Rodriguez Beltran
Feb 14, 2026
Susie Lina Rodriguez Beltran
July 4, 1970 – February 14, 2026
Susie Lina Rodriguez Beltran, 55, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on February 14, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on July 4, 1970, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Herminia and Reyes Rodriguez.
In December of 1999, Susie married the love of her life, Manuel Beltran Gonzalez....
Evangeline Beatrice Nephew
Feb 13, 2026
Evangeline “Vangie” Rubi-Nephew, age 72, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully in her home on February 13, 2026 surrounded by her family.
She was a devoted wife, mother, sister and aunt. Born on November 3, 1953, Vangie grew up in Martinez town. She was an ironworker in Prewitt, New Mexico at a young age and later worked in transit as...
Annette Mascarenas
Feb 11, 2026
Annette Mascarenas, 63, born on May 4, 1962, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, and formerly of Penasco, NM, passed away on February 11, 2026, with her loving husband and family by her side.
She was preceded in death by her biological parents, Pete Contreras and Merlinda Pacheco; her maternal grandmother, Adiana Pacheco, who raised her as her own daughter and whom...
Ruby Monica Torrez
Feb 10, 2026
Ruby Monica Lovato Torrez, 53, of Albuquerque, passed away on February 10, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Ruby was born in Albuquerque to Placito Lovato and Clorinda Lovato, who preceded her in death. A lifelong resident of her beloved hometown, Ruby built a life centered on family, dedication, and service to her community.
She was a devoted employee of the Treasurer’s Office...
Louise Helen Garcia
Feb 10, 2026
Louise Helen Garcia
December 14, 1948 - February 10, 2026
Louise Helen Garcia passed away peacefully on February 10, 2026, surrounded by her husband and family. She was a devoted wife, a passionate mother, and the heart of her family.
Helen shared 67 years of marriage with her husband, Anthony Sr. Their life together was a testament to commitment, partnership, and enduring love....
Priscilla Gurule Sprunk
Feb 9, 2026
Priscilla Gurule Sprunk
September 29, 1925 – February 9, 2026
Priscilla Gurule Sprunk, age 100, went home peacefully to be with our Heavenly Father on February 9, 2026. Born on September 29, 1925, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Priscilla was a lifelong resident of the city she loved and called home.
Priscilla was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 78 years, Rudolph...
John Joseph Williams
Feb 9, 2026
JOHN JOSEPH WILLIAMS
4/18/1945 – 2/9/2026
John Joseph Williams, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, was born on April 18, 1945, in Needles, California, and passed away on February 9, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. His life was defined by curiosity, ingenuity, humor, and a deep devotion to his family.
After graduating from high school, during the Vietnam War era, John chose to serve his country by enlisting...
Connie Apodaca
Feb 8, 2026
Connie (Consuelo) Apodaca, 84, born on July 16, 1941, in Santa Cruz, NM passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side on February 8, 2026.
Connie was a loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Great-Great Grandmother, Mother-In-Law and Sister. She so loved her family with all her heart and soul. She brought so much joy and love to...
Marcos Estrada Gomez
Feb 7, 2026
Marcos E. Gomez lived a life rooted in love, faith, and devotion to his family.
Marcos was a devoted husband to his beloved wife, Clara Gomez, and together they built a life centered on commitment, strength, and unconditional love. Their marriage was a testament to loyalty and partnership, and the foundation of a close and loving family.
He was a proud and...
Vincent Griego
Feb 6, 2026
In Loving Memory of Vincent Steven Griego
Vincent Steven Griego was born on September 16, 1989, and left this world far too soon
on February 6, 2026. To know Vincent was to know kindness in its purest form. He was
caring, sweet, funny, and loved deeply and without question. He had a gift for making
everyone around him feel seen, heard, and truly loved.
Vincent’s...
Patricia Lovato
Feb 6, 2026
Patricia Lovato, born May 20, 1957, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Patricia is preceded in death by her parents Carlos Avila and Rosemary Hernandez, Sister Tina Romero and Granddaughter Madison Andrade. Patricia is survived by her devoted husband of 40 years, John Lovato and family; Erica & Chris Martinez, their...
Andrea Soorikian
Feb 6, 2026
Andrea Soorikian passed away peacefully in the early afternoon of Friday, February 6th, surrounded by love, flowers, and her favorite music. She was with her daughter, Williejane, and her adored caregiver, Hailey, in a room that reflected Andrea’s artistry—filled with color, flowers, and beauty, just as she had filled the world throughout her life.
Daughter of Diana and Levon Soorikian, Andrea...




