Obituaries

Frank Roger Morales

Frank Roger Morales

May 14, 2026

Frank (Pancho) Morales, age 36. Born in Albuquerque,NM on March 29,1990. Went home to be with his Savior Jesus on May 14th, 2026.

Pancho was a life-long resident of La Jara, New Mexico. He is preceded in death by his Grandparents Onesimo and Louisa Morales. Uncles Ronnie and Pancho Morales.

Aunt Genevieve Martinez.

He is survived by his loving Father Diego Morales Sr.

Children...

Mary Helen Espinoza

Mary Helen Espinoza

May 13, 2026

With deep love and sorrow, we announce the passing of Mary Helen Epinonza, who peacefully passed away on May 13, 2026, at the age of 81.

Born on August 18, 1944, in Montezuma, NM. Helen lived a happy, fulfilled life centered on family, faith, and love. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend whose love touched everyone...

Jesus "Chuy" Robert Hernandez

Jesus "Chuy" Robert Hernandez

May 12, 2026

Jesus “Chuy” Hernandez, born and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and a proud Class of 2009 graduate of Rio Grande High School, passed away unexpectedly on May 12, 2026. Chuy was born on March 14, 1991, to Sophie Gutierrez and Jose Hernandez.

Chuy is survived by his beloved son, Elijah Hernandez; his father, Jose Hernandez and wife Santana; his mother, Sophie Gutierrez and husband...

Roberto Francisco Carabajal

Roberto Francisco Carabajal

May 11, 2026

Roberto (Bert) Carabajal

April 7, 1981 - May 11, 2026

Robert was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Gilbert and Albertina Carabajal, and his maternal grandfather Clyde Crespin.

Robert is survived by his mother Debbie Crespin (Epi Atencio), his father Ray Carabajal, brothers Anthony, Joseph and Gilbert Carabajal, his sister Rachael Carabajal; and her son, Cole Castillo. grandmother Saturnina Crespin, and numerous...

Victor Barela

Victor Barela

May 11, 2026

Victor Barela

October 27, 1938 – May 11, 2026

Victor Barela, aged 87, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 11, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He is lovingly remembered by his wife, Delora Barela; his four children, Victor Dean Barela (Helen), Sara Barela, Cathy Gunter (Tim), and Brian Barela (Wendy); as well as six...

Debra Joan Brasher

Debra Joan Brasher

May 8, 2026

In Loving Memory of Debra Joan Brasher

Debra Joan Brasher, age 73, of McIntosh, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2026. Surrounded by family.

Born on January 14, 1953, in Indianapolis, Indiana, Debra lived a life defined by love, laughter, and devotion to family. She was known for her many years of service at Rip Griffins and T.A. Restaurant, where her kindness and...

Inez Aguilar - Davis

Inez Aguilar - Davis

May 8, 2026

Inez Aguilar-Davis

7/10/1962 - 5/8/2026

Inez Aguilar-Davis, 63, of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was the third daughter born to George and Ida Mae Aguilar on July 10, 1962, in Socorro, NM, a place where "Warriors" are born.

Inez was a warrior in every sense of the word; a woman of...

Carmen B. Silva

Carmen B. Silva

May 8, 2026

Carmen B. Silva

May 21, 1937 – May 8, 2026

Carmen B. Silva passed away peacefully on May 8, 2026, and is now in the presence of our Lord. Carmen was born on May 21, 1937, in San Acacio, NM. Carmen grew up in the San Acacio, Lemitar, and Socorro areas and graduated from Socorro High School in 1956. 

She married Pedro (Pete) J. Silva on...

Ronald "Ron" Gonzales

Ronald "Ron" Gonzales

May 7, 2026

Ronald “Ron” Gonzales, age 81, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on May 7, 2026.

Ron was born and raised in the Barelas neighborhood of Albuquerque, a place he always carried with pride. He went on to serve his country in the United States Air Force before building a respected career as a police officer with the Albuquerque Police Department. Later,...

Steven Ray Caples

Steven Ray Caples

May 5, 2026

Stephen Ray Caples, age 74, passed away on May 5, 2026 in Albuquerque NM. He was born on October 15, 1951, in Orange County, California, to June Francis Caples and Roy Monroe Caples.

Stephen will be remembered by his daughter, Jeannie Caples, along with family and friends who cherished him throughout his life. His memory will live on in the hearts...

Ernest Vallejos

Ernest Vallejos

May 1, 2026

Vallejos, Ernest.

Age 89, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Friday,

May 1, 2026. He was two weeks shy of his 90 th birthday! He lived a long and

vibrant life and loved his wife and family and had many friends and extended

family. He was born in Amalia, NM on May 14, 1936. Ernest was well known for

his kindness,...

Heula Mitcham Pittman

Heula Mitcham Pittman

Apr 30, 2026

HEULA MITCHAM PITTMAN passed away on April 30, 2026 at age 82 years. She was born in Shreveport, Louisiana in 1943, daughter of Eula Pigott and Hubert Mitcham. At age seven she contracted polio and her treatment included months in an iron lung, surgeries to ankle and knee, and the need for crutches and special shoes with heavy metal braces. 

By...

Sostenes "Sos" Telas

Sostenes "Sos" Telas

Apr 29, 2026

Sostenes "Sos" Telas

July 18, 1941 – April 29, 2026

Sostenes “Sos” Telas of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2026, at the age of 84. Born in Esperanza, Texas, Sos led a life filled with joy, friendship, and community.

An avid golfer and enthusiastic dancer, Sos especially loved spending time at The Caravan. His mornings were often brightened by...

Ernesto "Ernie" Dominguez II

Ernesto "Ernie" Dominguez II

Apr 28, 2026

Ernesto “Ernie” Dominguez II, 63, of Socorro, New Mexico, passed away on April 28, 2026, surrounded by his children.

Ernie was born on May 16, 1962, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Ernesto Dominguez and Cecilia Chavez.

He was preceded in death by his father, Ernesto Dominguez I; his grandparents, Daniel and Simodosea Chavez; and his brother, Charles Carlo Chavez.

He is survived by...

Judith Kay Kirk

Judith Kay Kirk

Apr 28, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Judith Kay Kirk, at the age of 75, on April 28, 2026, at Fiesta Park Wellness and Rehabilitation in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Judith was a beloved Mother, Daughter, Sister, Grandma, and Great Grandma. She was known for her outgoing personality, witty sense of humor, and her ability to make everyone...

Juan Vega

Juan Vega

Apr 28, 2026

Juan Vega, de 100 años de edad. Nació el 27 de Diciembre de 1925 en Higinio Olivo (La Labor), San Luis Potosí, México, y falleció el 28 de Abril de 2026 en Albuquerque, Nuevo México, rodeado de sus seres queridos.

Le sobreviven su amada esposa, Francisca Vega; sus hijos Israel, Nalleli y Valeria Vega; así como sus hijos Hermila, Pedro, Melquiades,...

Jesus Alberto Dominguez

Jesus Alberto Dominguez

Apr 28, 2026

It is with great sadness that the family of Jesus Alberto (Albert) Dominguez 73 yrs. old of Pena Blanca, NM, announces his passing on Monday, 04/28/2026.

Born on 09/28/1952 in Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico. Albert was a hard working man, and a business owner of Dominguez Carpet Service for many years and an entrepreneur in Construction. Albert lived a life filled with...

Ysidro Salinas Martinez

Ysidro Salinas Martinez

Apr 24, 2026

Ysidro Salinas Martinez, age 51, born in Cuba and a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on April 24, 2026 surrounded by his loved ones.

Ysidro was born in Cuba, he moved to New Mexico and made it his home in 2004. Ysidro will be remembered as a man that was kind and giving, always fed everyone and was a jokester that came up with...

George Waddy

George Waddy

Apr 23, 2026

Facing childhood illness, George Waddy’s goal was once to make it to 21 years old. Instead he

celebrated his 80th birthday in March. He got to live a big, full life, and he left a big, full impact

on those he loved. He met the love of his life and they had two children together. His family

meant everything to him. He was...