Obituaries

Hilario Sanchez Hernandez

Hilario Sanchez Hernandez

Jul 14, 2025

Hilario Sanchez Hernandez nacido el 5 de Enero, 1966 en

Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua y llamado al reino de Dios el 14 de Julio, 2025 en Albuquerque, Nuevo Mexico. De legado dejo a tres queridos hijos que por nombre llevan Erika, Susana y Osbaldo a los cuales vio crecer junto a su esposa Silvia Salas.

Tambien es sobrevivido por sus 6 nietos Lupita, Maxieli, Jadon, Edward, Maddie...

Stephen ”Steve” Trujillo

Stephen ”Steve” Trujillo

Jul 14, 2025

Stephen “Steve” Trujillo, of Albuquerque, passed away on July 14, 2025. He was pre-deceased by his parents, Longinos “LC” and Oralia Trujillo, his eldest brother, Carlos, and a younger brother, Jeffrey. He is survived by his sister-in-law, Dolores Trujillo, and brothers, Wayne (and Diane) of Windsor CO, Longinos Jr, and Mark. He is also survived by an uncle, Frank Montoya,...

Margaret Zamora

Margaret Zamora

Jul 12, 2025

Margaret Zamora was born as Maria Margarita Montoya on September 22, 1930 in Lemitar, NM to Francisco Montoya and Maria Baca Montoya. She was 1 of 12 children with 8 sisters and 3 brothers in total. Margaret graduated from 8th grade and was fluent in both Spanish and English.Margaret met Carlos Zamora at a community dance in 1951. Two years...

Karen Sue Ezell

Karen Sue Ezell

Jul 12, 2025

Karen Sue Ezell, 72, passed peacefully in her home on Saturday, July 12, 2025, surrounded by

family and love.

Karen was born June 2, 1953 in Roswell, NM to Dean & Betty Mayberry. Karen was preceded in

death by her husband Wes, her parents Dean & Betty Mayberry, & her best friend Kathy Brown.

Karen is survived by her daughter Keli Krueger, of the...

Eloy Griego

Eloy Griego

Jul 10, 2025



Eloy Griego

09-08-1942 - 07-10-2025

A son, husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather (Tata), Brother, uncle, father-in-law, brother-in-law, grandfather in law, a friend to all.

“A child of God”

There will be no memorial held per his wishes. Interment will take place at a later date due to family illness.

The family would like to thank everyone that gave love, support, and prayers.

In memory of Eloy share...

Betty Jo Garcia

Betty Jo Garcia

Jul 9, 2025

Betty Jo Garcia, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away Wednesday July 9, 2025, at the age of 86. She was born on September 12, 1938, to Cosme and Filomena Garcia. Betty Jo was preceded in death by her parents and siblings: Odelia Lucero, Mable Clew, Sylvia Sanchez, Nancy Garcia, Jeronimo (Harry) Garcia, and Gil Garcia. 

She is survived by her...

Cecilia Montoya

Cecilia Montoya

Jul 9, 2025

Cecilia Montoya

Born December 31, 1940 

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother Cecilia Montoya. She passed away peacefully on July 9th at home surrounded by her loved ones.

She is preceded in death by her parents Abran & Margret Montoya, her daughter Freda, her sister Olivia & brothers Leo, Paul, Nick & Richard, along with...

Maria Hermina Montoya

Maria Hermina Montoya

Jul 9, 2025

Maria Herminia Montoya

June 17, 1951 – July 9, 2025

Maria Herminia Montoya passed away on July 9, 2025, at the age of 74. Born in Chihuahua, Mexico, on June 17, 1951, Maria was tough, determined, and full of fire. She lived life on her own terms—with pride, independence, and a fierce love for her family.

She raised her three sons—Martin, Nicolas, and Rafael Gutierrez—with a lot of tough love and...

Tyeler Nowell

Tyeler Nowell

Jul 9, 2025

Tyeler Nowell, 38, of Carrizozo, New Mexico, passed away on July 9, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by a few close family members. Born on August 25, 1986, in Alamogordo, NM, Tyeler brought light and laughter to everyone fortunate enough to know him.

The beloved son of Abby and the late Skyler, Tyeler’s life was filled with moments...

Joe "Travieso" Montoya

Joe "Travieso" Montoya

Jul 5, 2025

Joe “Travieso” Montoya was born on December 6, 1983, and was tragically taken from us on July 5, 2025. His journey through life was not always easy, but he met each day with strength, heart, and a desire to be better for those he loved most. He had a bold spirit, a sharp sense of humor, and a deep love...

Abie Sonny Montoya

Abie Sonny Montoya

Jul 5, 2025

Abie Montoya, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away at the age of 71, on Saturday, July 5, 2025. He was born on September 16, 1953, in Albuquerque, to Leo and Tommie Montoya. Abie attended Albuquerque High School and briefly worked for the City of Albuquerque. He spent most of his life flipping cars of all types and even ran a couple Ice...

Annette (Walker) Owen

Annette (Walker) Owen

Jul 5, 2025

Annette Owen, 61, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on July 5 th, 2025.

Born on February 25 th, 1964 in Flagstaff, Arizona to Helen and Buddy Walker. Annette was the youngest of 5 children and was raised in West Valley, Utah. She moved to New Mexico, following her parents in the late 1980’s, where she earned her degree in Commercial...

Ramona Valles Colorado

Ramona Valles Colorado

Jul 2, 2025

Ramona Valles Colorado, 72, passed away peacefully on July 2nd 2025 in Albuquerque, NM surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 26, 1953, in Delicias Chihuahua, Ramona was the heart and soul of her family, known for her compassion, care for others, and her famous flour tortillas.

A devoted mother of seven, grandmother of eighteen and great grandmother of two,...

Alice Benson Johnston

Alice Benson Johnston

Jul 1, 2025

Alice Benson Johnston, 96, of Tijeras, NM, died on July 1, 2025.

She was born in Norwich, New York in 1929 to Rev. Norman McPherson and Florence Fairbanks McPherson. “Our first-born baby, Alice, ushered in the Great Depression,” her parents quipped. Alice grew up helping her mother make and distribute sandwiches to unemployed neighbors. She helped raise her two younger brothers,...

Juan Manuel Anguiano Medina

Juan Manuel Anguiano Medina

Jun 30, 2025

Con gran pesar anunciamos el fallecimiento de Juan Manuel Anguiano Medina, quien nos dejó el 30 de junio de 2025 a la edad de 69 años. 

Querido hermano, tío y amigo, Juan fue un faro de luz en nuestras vidas.Juan Manuel encontraba alegría en las cosas sencillas y hermosas de la vida. Tenía un amor especial por los viajes, en particular...

Sally Mary Rael

Sally Mary Rael

Jun 30, 2025

Sally Rael, a resident of Belen, New Mexico, went on to be with the Lord Jesus on Monday, June 30, 2025, at the age of 95 years young. She passed peacefully in the presence of her family. Sally is survived by her daughter, Dianna; son-in-law, Manuel; niece, Elizabeth; grandchildren, Shirleen, Dawn-Marie, and John-Paul; and great-grandchildren, August, Taylor, and Mackenzie. Sally...

Richard (Rick) Alan Lomeli

Richard (Rick) Alan Lomeli

Jun 28, 2025

Richard (Rick) Alan Lomeli, 59, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on June 28th, 2025, at his home surrounded by loving family.

Richard was born September 8th, 1965, in Blythe, California, the son of Richard Lomeli and Anita Lopez (Broderick). Richard graduated from Beaumont High School in 1983. He played football and especially loved playing baseball.

Richard joined the Air Force in...

Jennifer Ronda Martinez

Jennifer Ronda Martinez

Jun 26, 2025

**In Loving Memory of Jennifer Martinez**

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Jennifer Martinez, a cherished resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, who left us on June 26, 2025, at the age of 41. Born to Peggy Ruiz and Ronald Martinez on August 6, 1983, Jennifer, affectionately known as Boo Boo by her mother and Jenna...

Dorthy "Dottie" Devlin

Dorthy "Dottie" Devlin

Jun 25, 2025

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Dorothy "Dottie" Devlin, who peacefully transitioned from this world on June 25, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on October 14, 1940, in Massachusetts, Dottie called Albuquerque, NM, her home, where she infused warmth and joy into the lives of those around her.

Dottie lived life to the...

Ronald F. Gallegos

Ronald F. Gallegos

Jun 25, 2025

Ronald F. Gallegos

March 9, 1944 – June 25, 2025

Ronald F. Gallegos, born on March 9, 1944 in Cuba New Mexico, passed away surrounded by love and family at his home. He is preceded in death by his beloved parents Jose (Joe), Aurora (Dora) Gallegos and his dear brother, Walter.

Ron is survived by his devoted soulmate of 34years, Theresa Abeyta, who...