Obituaries

Evelina Garza Coulson

Evelina Garza Coulson

May 31, 2023

Evelina Coulson succumbed to complications due to dementia on the evening of Wednesday May 31st in Albuquerque, NM at the age of 86.  She was survived by her only daughter Cynthia, son-in-law Dennis Howard, grandson Colin Howard, and sister Imelda. Evelina is reunited in Heaven with her husband JC Coulson, brother Hector Garza, and grandson Tristan Howard.

Evelina was born...

Randy Sanchez

Randy Sanchez

May 28, 2023

Randy Sanchez

August 20, 1976 – May 28, 2023

Randy Sanchez 46, passed away on May 28, 2023, in Red River, NM.  He was Born on August 20, 1976, in Albuquerque NM to Dennis and Priscilla (Dimas) Sanchez.

He is survived by one son Lil' Randy, one brother Dennis Jr. and wife Jennifer. One niece Aliana, two nephews, Dimas and...

Clifford Earl Foster

Clifford Earl Foster

May 28, 2023

Clifford Earl Foster, 59, of Albuquerque New Mexico unfortunately passed at his home on May 28, 2023, of Stage 4 Colonoscopy Cancer. 

He was born January 2, 1964, in Albuquerque New Mexico to Daisy Ward. He attended schools in Albuquerque NM and graduated from West Mesa High. He loved to work on electronics and vehicles. He loved learning the word...

Alejandro Aurelio Valdez

Alejandro Aurelio Valdez

May 27, 2023

 

Alejandro "Grumpy" Valdez age 33, born September 25, 1989 passed away May 27 2023, unexpectedly.

Even though the Lord has taken him home, away from us, his loving heart and ways left behind many memorable moments. His kindness, love, respect, and laughter.

Alejandro "Grumpy" is survived by his daughter - Candy Llamas, son- Xavier Garcia, whom he...

Devin Jeremiah Caballero

Devin Jeremiah Caballero

May 26, 2023

Devin Jeremiah CaballeroNovember 2, 2004 - May 26, 2023Albuquerque, NM

Devin Jeremiah Caballero, 18, resident of Albuquerque earned his wings unexpectedly on May 26, 2023. He is survived by his beloved mother Nicole Caballero-Vega and stepfather Jaime Vega, father Matt Blackmon, loving grandmothers Patricia Caballero and Clarice Merrill, great-grandmother Maxine Merrill, close auntie Lisa and husband uncle Manuel Rodriguez and...

Thomas James Cook

Thomas James Cook

May 26, 2023

Tom was born 2/2/44 in Ada, Oklahoma.

He lived in OK briefly with his mother, Hollie Mae Williams, until moving to Great Falls, MT. While a toddler, Hollie met and married Donald Cook, his adopted father. After high school graduation, he met and soon married Shirley Vossler. The couple moved to the Bahamas, where Tom worked at a resort, playing...

Edmund D. Torres

Edmund D. Torres

May 24, 2023

IN LOVING MEMORY

Edmund D. Torres

September 26,1958 – May 24,2023

Edmund Torres, 64 years old, left this earth to be with our Lord on May 24,2023, surrounded by his loving family.

Edmund fought a long but strong battle with cancer for the last ten years.  Unfortunately, for us the good Lord said you’ve fought long and hard and now...

Jose S. Ortiz

Jose S. Ortiz

May 24, 2023

Jose S. Ortiz, age 83, passed away on May 24, 2023.  Jose was born June 2, 1939, to Jose and Sophia.  Jose was a lifelong resident of Cuba, NM and was a proud military Veteran.  Jose also worked for the US Post Office and the Senior Center.

Jose is preceded in death by his parents, Jose Ortiz and Sophia Aranda,...

Cynthia Marie Palacios

Cynthia Marie Palacios

May 23, 2023

 

Cynthia Marie Palacios was born on April 3, 1967, she was called home on May 23, 2023 Cynthia leaves behind her partner of 20 years, 5 Daughters, in which she gained the Sons she never had. Cynthia has 15 Grandbabies and 2 Great grandbabies, she also leaves behind 3 siblings. Reunited now with her parents, sister, and a son...

Ernest Saiz

Ernest Saiz

May 18, 2023

Ernest Saiz peacefully passed away after a short illness and surrounded by family at his home on Thursday, May 18, 2023 in Albuquerque, NM. He was born December 31, 1941. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Dolores Saiz. Ernie is survived by his two children, Betty Amador and Joshua Saiz; four grandchildren, Mariano Jonathan and Rebecca (Betty), Natalia and Emilia (Josh).  Ernie’s...

Joseph A. Martinez

Joseph A. Martinez

May 17, 2023

Joseph A. Martinez, age 66, of Las Vegas, NM, went to be with our Lord and Savior on May 17th, 2023, surrounded by loved ones.  He was born March 20th, 1957, in Las Vegas, New Mexico, to the late Alfonso & Mabel Martinez. 

Joseph attended Robertson High School and graduated in 1975. Joseph served our country proudly in the United...

Andrew Alvarado

Andrew Alvarado

May 15, 2023

Hello family and friends,

We are changing the location & time (not the date) of the services due to unforeseen circumstances. The new location & time will be at Highland Sagebrush Church 414 Charleston St. SE Albuquerque,NM. The new time is at 11 am, Thursday, June 1. https://goo.gl/maps/46syJwG1ptJLRAZb7?coh=178573&entry=tt

 Immediately following the services the reception will begin at  El Bruno’s 8806 4th...

Daniel Martin Sittingbull

Daniel Martin Sittingbull

May 15, 2023

Sittingbull, Daniel

Passed away on May 15, 2023, due to illness.  Funeral services will be held May 24, 2023, at 10:00 am – 12:00 pm at the Trujillo Family Funeral Home Chapel, 110 Alvarado Drive SE (Central & Alvarado) Burial will take place immediately following the funeral at Pajarito Cemetery with reception to follow back at Trujillo Family Funeral Home....

Lawrance Bernard Jackson

Lawrance Bernard Jackson

May 13, 2023

Lawrance Bernard Jackson, age 76 passed away on Saturday, May 13, 2023 in Albuquerque, NM.

Services and full obituary are pending and will be announced as they become available.  Please share your stories and condolences on this memorial page.

Jerone Zebedeo Valdez

Jerone Zebedeo Valdez

May 13, 2023

Jerone Zeb Valdez

Aka Jo Jo

Jerone was born on January 25th, 1963, in Durango, Colorado. Jerone was an Amazing and Unique man. He was an Outstanding paint and body artist and really enjoyed applying pin stripe art, to his work. Jerone loved late night cruises and motorcycle rides, while listening to oldies. He unconditionally loved his children and...

Yvonne Apodaca

Yvonne Apodaca

May 13, 2023

Yvonne Apodaca, 62, was greeted with wide open arms by our Lord in heaven, along with her daughter Vanessa and mother Toni, eagerly waiting their turn to embrace her and welcome her home on May 13, 2023. Yvonne was born on February 18, 1961, to Wilfred and Toni Sanchez. Yvonne is preceded in death by her parents, Wilfred and Toni...

Larry "Chapo" Moralez

Larry "Chapo" Moralez

May 12, 2023

Larry “Chapo” Moralez, 53, passed away on Friday, May 12, 2023. Chapo grew up in Albuquerque, a town he loved and never left. He will be dearly missed and forever remembered.

Chapo was predeceased by his mother, Lorraine Moralez.  Chapo leaves behind his father, Albert Moralez; wife of 23 years, Adelina Martinez; his children, Joshua Moralez (Pamela), Lori Moralez, Larry...

David Albert Schroeder

David Albert Schroeder

May 4, 2023

DAVID ALBERT SCHROEDER 1978 - 2023 David Albert Schroeder, 44, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on May 4th, 2023, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was born on August 4th, 1978, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Steve Schroeder and Patricia Vaupel Jordan. David is survived by his daughter Presley, his father Steve Schroeder (wife Sherry Rice), his mother Patricia Vaupel...

Lorraine Medina Cook

Lorraine Medina Cook

May 4, 2023

Lorraine Medina Cook, born to Felipe and Fidelia Medina on June 25, 1933 in the Village of Questa, New Mexico died peacefully on May 4, 2023. She is preceded in death by her parents Felipe and Fidelia Medina, brothers Felipe and Frank, sisters Theresa and Benita, and by her husband of 65 years (Richard) who she met in Albuquerque, NM...

Mary Agnes Lorraine Chavez

Mary Agnes Lorraine Chavez

May 3, 2023

Mary Agnes “Lorraine” Chavez (Martinez) was born on May 15, 1946, to Herman and Trinidad Martinez in Albuquerque, NM.  She was the only daughter and second to youngest of five children.  She graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1964 where she met her husband of 54 years, Felipe Chavez Jr.  They were married at San Felipe de Neri Church on...