Obituaries

Corine S. Gabaldon

Corine S. Gabaldon

Sep 15, 2025

With deep sorrow, we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved mother, Corine S. Gabaldon, who left us on September 15, 2025, at the age of 86. Corine was born February 25, 1939, in Tome’, NM to her parents, Tomas and Senaida Griego Sanchez.

Corine had many interests, including quilting, crochet, jewelry, and the casino. She lived a life full of...

Steven Larry Angel

Steven Larry Angel

Sep 13, 2025

It is with great sorrow that we say good bye to Steven (Steve) Larry Angel, who was 61 years old at the time of his passing. Steve’s soul was surrounded by family and loved ones on his journey to heaven. He was a member of the Las Vegas City community and lived there all his life. He was also a...

"Nana" Diana Marie Schmidt

"Nana" Diana Marie Schmidt

Sep 13, 2025

Our “Nana,” Diana Marie Schmidt, while surrounded by her family at home, went to meet her Lord and Savior on Saturday, September 13, 2025.

Diana was born on October 15, 1943, in Mesa, Arizona to Delbert and Anna Edgmon. She grew up in the Mesa-Chandler area of Arizona on a Dairy Farm with her parents and siblings: older brother Jerry, younger...

Marilyn Joyce Sisneros

Marilyn Joyce Sisneros

Sep 12, 2025

On Friday, September 12th, 2025, our beloved grandmother, mother, sister, and friend Marilyn Sisneros, passed away peacefully at the age of 88 in her home of 63 years, surrounded by family. Born in San Antonio New Mexico, to Damian and Theresa Cuaron, Marilyn was the youngest of nine children. From her earliest days, she carried a strong sense of family,...

Frank Richard Jaure

Frank Richard Jaure

Sep 12, 2025

Frank R. Jaure was born February 20, 1947 in Las Vegas, NM to Alberto & Helen Jaure. They moved to Rocky Ford, CO, where Frank grew up and graduated from RFHS in 1965. He then graduated from OJC in 1968 with an Associate in Arts. Frank then joined the Army, where he was sent to Vietnam in 1969. Upon returning back...

Howard Lewis Dansby

Howard Lewis Dansby

Sep 11, 2025

Howard Lewis Dansby passed away on September 11, 2025 in Albuquerque, NM. He was born in Coshocton, Ohio, on August 7, 1952, to the late Luther (Patricia) Dansby and Dorothy (Jonas) Jackson Dansby Baron. After high school, Howard served in the United States military. Howard lived life unapologetically his way. He never stayed in one place too long; however, he...

Guadalupe Monje De Garcia

Guadalupe Monje De Garcia

Sep 11, 2025

On September 11, 2025, our family lost a treasured light in our lives as Guadalupe Monje Garcia, our beloved great-grandmother, grandmother, and mother, passed away peacefully at the age of 77. Born in the lovely town of Chihuahua, Mexico, Guadalupe carried with her a spirit filled with love and warmth that touched everyone she encountered.

She was preceded in death by...

Feliciano Nunez

Feliciano Nunez

Sep 10, 2025

Feliciano "Chano De Manzano" Nunez, age 67, passed away on September 10, 2025, in Manzano, New Mexico. Born on April 2, 1958, in Mountainair, New Mexico, Chano lived a life rooted in faith, family, and hard work.Chano was the last student to be enrolled at the old school in Manzano, ‘‘this is where he got his passion for reading. A...

Faustina Roybal

Faustina Roybal

Sep 8, 2025

Faustina (Tina) RoybalJuly 21, 1942 - September 8, 2025Faustina (Tina) was born on July 21, 1942, in Punta De Agua, New Mexico to her parents, Enrique Sanchez and Emelia Jaramillo Sanchez. Her siblings include Mel Sanchez, Regina Sanchez Griego, Ramona Sanchez Mosley, Angelina (Angie) Sanchez, and Rudy Sanchez. Tina graduated from Mountainair High School in Mountainair, New Mexico.After her high...

Marquita May Wilkerson

Marquita May Wilkerson

Sep 7, 2025

Marquita May Wilkerson

Marquita May Wilkerson 81, passed away peacefully at home on September 7,2025.She was born on April 2, 1944 in Berryville Arkansas to the late Sylvester Levi and Clara Belle Rivett.

Marquita was the beloved wife of the late Leonard Clyde Wilkerson with whom she shared 39 years of marriage. She was a devoted mother to her surviving daughter Roxanne...

Gary E. Johnston

Gary E. Johnston

Sep 6, 2025

Gary E. Johnston, 66, of Rio Rancho, NM, was beamed up for his next mission during the waxing full moon on September 6, 2025. Landing in Albuquerque on July 3, 1959, Gary was the second of six boys and a graduate of West Mesa High School. He married the love of his life, Donna, on September 6, 1980, and raised...

Alejandro “Alex” Ramirez, Jr.

Alejandro “Alex” Ramirez, Jr.

Sep 5, 2025

In Loving Memory of Alejandro “Alex” Ramirez, Jr.

January 28, 1944 – September 5, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Alex Ramirez Jr., who left us peacefully on September 5, 2025, at the age of 81, surrounded by his loving family. Born on January 28, 1944, in El Paso, Texas, Alex was the beloved son of...

Christeen Marie Bailey

Christeen Marie Bailey

Sep 5, 2025

Christeen Marie Bailey passed away on Friday, September 5th at 10:15 pm. She lived the first part of her life in El Paso, Texas. She then moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico for the remaining part of her life. She graduated from Andress high school in 1989. She is survived by her four adult children; Michael Tafoya, Angela Lagunas(her husband Cristian...

Marcos Adrian Griego

Marcos Adrian Griego

Sep 5, 2025

Marcos Adrian Griego, 22, of Albuquerque, New Mexico left this earth far too soon on Friday, September 5, 2025. He was born on August 25, 2003 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Terry Griego and Virginia Mendez-Griego. Marcos had many passions in life including his beloved Ford Mustang. He was a loyal friend and was quick to help others who needed...

Karen Daugherty

Karen Daugherty

Sep 3, 2025

Karen Daugherty

09/28/1946 - 09/03/2025

With heavy hearts, our family announces the passing of our beloved Karen Daugherty on September 3rd, 2025, in Albuquerque, NM.

Born on September 28th, 194,6 in Buffalo, NY.

Mom, grandma, great-grandma, and great-great-grandma.

She was a feisty firecracker who loved her Buffalo Bills, her makeup trips, and always took pride in her nails. Quick with her words, stubborn in spirit,...

Christine Greene

Christine Greene

Sep 3, 2025

Christine Greene gained her angel wings on September 3, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, at the age of 86.

Christine’s life would seem too short to many, but to those of us who were blessed to be touched by her love, understand that she has left a forever imprint in our hearts and in our memories. The quantity of time that...

Anthony Castillo

Anthony Castillo

Sep 3, 2025

Anthony Castillo, 64, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, entered eternal rest on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born in Albuquerque in 1961 to Abenago and Corina Castillo, Anthony grew up in the South Valley. Throughout his life, family was always at the center of his life.

Anthony was always on the move—trucking, towing, and buying and selling. His...

Sharman Hill

Sharman Hill

Sep 2, 2025

Sharman Hill Obituary

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Sharman Lee Hill (née Reilmann), age 77, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2025, in

Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Born on March 17, 1948, in Santa Rosa California, Sharman brought warmth and creativity into

the world from the very beginning. Her life was marked by a deep love for family, nature, and

the joy...

Margarita Pizarro

Margarita Pizarro

Sep 1, 2025

We are deeply saddened to inform you that our beloved mother, Margarita Pizarro, age, 79, joined our Heavenly Father on September 1, 2025. She was born in Las Vegas, New Mexico to her parents Felipe and Juanita Tapia who have proceeded her in peace in addition to her husband Robert V. Pizarro, daughter Victoria M. Pizarro, sisters Carol, Faye, Clarita,...

Cherokee Michael Devan Hernandez

Cherokee Michael Devan Hernandez

Aug 31, 2025

Cherokee Michael Devan “Kee” “Damanekee” Hernandez, age 31, passed away on August 31, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Born on July 19, 1994, in Gallup, New Mexico, Cherokee brought light and laughter into the world from the very beginning.

A proud graduate of Albuquerque High School, Cherokee went on to earn his Associate Degree in Business Administration from Brown Mackey. His...