Obituaries

Alexander Joseph King

Alexander Joseph King

Jan 5, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our Beloved Father, Alexander Joseph King, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on January 5, 2025, at the age of 82. 

Alexander was a loving Father to Modessa Williams, Tracy Williams, and Glenda Williams. He was also a cherished Grandfather to Athena Williams, Icelee Williams, Michael Hendrix, and JC Lovelace Jr.

Alexander was known for his...

Ken Shoquist

Ken Shoquist

Jan 4, 2025



Kenneth “Ken” Shoquist, 93, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2025, in Albuquerque, NM.

Ken was an unforgettable man, known for his strong work ethic, loyalty to friends and family, generosity, and a notorious sense of humor. His legacy of love and laughter will never be forgotten.

An avid card player and golfer, Ken cherished the lifelong friendships he made at Four...

Daniel Louis Lucero

Daniel Louis Lucero

Jan 3, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Daniel Louis “Dino” Lucero on Friday, January 3, 2025, at the young age of 67 surrounded by his family in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dan was born on January 20, 1957, in Socorro New Mexico to Louisa Lucero.

Dan grew up in Socorro and Albuquerque New Mexico. He graduated from Valley...

Jeanette Boyd

Jeanette Boyd

Jan 3, 2025

Celebrating the life of

Jeanette Boyd

April 14th 1930-January 3rd 2025

(94 3/4 years old)

Our beloved mother, grandmother, and “Big Momma” was called home to heaven surrounded by her loving family on Friday, January 3rd, 2025. She was our queen and the heart of the beautiful family she built. She will be forever missed.

She was preceded in death by her parents Peter and...

Nora Jean Tourville

Nora Jean Tourville

Jan 1, 2025

Nora Jean Tourville, born and raised in Albuquerque, NM, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2025, surrounded by the love and comfort of her family and friends. With a heart full of compassion, Nora dedicated nearly 30 years of her life to her career as a Social Worker, she touched countless lives and made a lasting impact on her community....

Robert Warren Tellier

Robert Warren Tellier

Dec 31, 2024

ROBERT WARREN TELLIER

(December 16th, 1977 – December 31st, 2024)

Robert W. Tellier was born to Richard Tellier and Kathy Campbell on December 16th , 1977, at Ireland Army Hospital in Ft. Knox, Kentucky. Robert spent much of his early life as an Army Brat, where he lived in Ft. Knox, Kentucky; Bindlach, Germany; Minneapolis, Minnesota; and Waterbury, Vermont. His youth as...

Laura Grace Vigil Caffey

Laura Grace Vigil Caffey

Dec 30, 2024

Laura Grace Vigil Caffey

(August 19, 1936 – December 30, 2024)

Laura Grace Vigil Caffey of Albuquerque was welcomed into the Kingdom of Heaven on December 30, 2024.

Laura was born on August 19, 1936, in Rio del Oso, New Mexico, grew up in Espanola, and lived a long and fruitful life in Albuquerque. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Home...

Jimmy Frank Chavez Jr

Jimmy Frank Chavez Jr

Dec 28, 2024

Our beloved angel, Jimmy Frank Chavez Jr. gained his angel wings on December 28, 2024. Jimmy was a kind and loving soul with an infectious smile that would brighten up any room. He never met a stranger and would give you the shirt off his back and never ask for anything in return. Jimmy would see a person in need...

Eddie Salazar

Eddie Salazar

Dec 26, 2024

It is with great sadness to announce Eddie A. Salazar beloved brother and uncle passed away on December 26th, 2024 at the age of 73 in Albuquerque, NM.

Eddie was born May 20th, 1951 to Isauro and Carmen Salazar in the small town of Alcalde, NM he was the 6th out of 15 siblings.

At the young age of 14 under the...

Manuel Gurule

Manuel Gurule

Dec 25, 2024

Manuel “Oscar” Gurule, 63, beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, uncle and friend, was called to be with Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ December 25, 2024. Oscar left this life peacefully, surrounded by his beloved family. He was born on March 23, 1961, in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Belta Mae Gurule, and grew up in a large family that helped...

Yvette Lynee Sandoval

Yvette Lynee Sandoval

Dec 23, 2024

Yvette Sandoval,Born Monday, June 20th, 1977, passed away Monday, December 23rd, 2024. Yvette was a friend to many people. She was loved by all who truly knew her. Yvette will be forever missed by the loved ones she leaves behind. She was the daughter of Diana Fuentes and William Saavedra and the stepdaughter of Santiago Fuentes. She was the sister...

Steven Keliiaa

Steven Keliiaa

Dec 23, 2024

Steven Keliiaa, 53, died on December 23, 2024, in Albuquerque NM. A loyal husband, loving father, and caring grandfather, Steve will always be remembered for his willingness to help others, even complete strangers. Steve had a soft spot in his heart for dogs. 

Born on September 26, 1971, a Native Hawaiian, Steve loved showing his family the islands of Hawaii, particularly...

Sophie Angelina Benavidez

Sophie Angelina Benavidez

Dec 23, 2024

Sophie Benavidez September 7, 1958 – December 23, 2024

Sophie Angelina Benavidez, age 66 passed away on December 23, 2024, at Kaseman Hospice following an illness. Sophie was born on September 7, 1958, in Grants, NM to Jose & Genoveva Aragon and grew up in a family of 11. She later moved to Albuquerque and had 3 children of her own:...

Timothy Michael Seigfried

Timothy Michael Seigfried

Dec 23, 2024

"Timothy Michael Seigfried

Born May 28th,1957 in Barberton, Ohio. Passed away December 23rd 2024 in Albuquerque, NM. He was surrounded by family. Survived by Sister, Wife, 5 children, 6 grandchildren. Preceded by grandparents and parents. Michael never met a stranger, made ppl laugh and brightened their day. The world was a better place with him. A life celebration will be held...

Mary Louise Salazar

Mary Louise Salazar

Dec 22, 2024

Mary Louise Salazar passed away on December 22, 2024, at age 68. She was born on May 31, 1956, in Albuquerque, NM. She was a dedicated mother and wife who made friends everywhere she went. There was not a person she would meet that she would not strike up a conversation with. She had a beautiful smile and a comforting...

Lorenzo Jojola Garcia

Lorenzo Jojola Garcia

Dec 20, 2024

Rest in Peace, Lorenzo "Good and Faithful Servant"

Lorenzo Jojola Garcia

September 13, 1942 – December 20, 2024

An American Vietnam Veteran, Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, Son and Brother. A humble man who wanted the best for his family, community and country. Lorenzo began working at a young age to provide milk for his younger sister Beatrice and his other siblings, doing...

David Salazar

David Salazar

Dec 19, 2024

David Lee Salazar, 75, died surrounded by his family on December 19, 2024, at the Community Living Center at the Raymond G. Murphy VA Hospital in Albuquerque, New Mexico, just two weeks after being diagnosed with metastatic liver cancer. 

Born November 16, 1949, in Cheyenne, Wyoming, to Eduardo and Mary Salazar, David lived most of his youth in Loveland, CO with...

Dolores Salazar

Dolores Salazar

Dec 15, 2024

Dolores Pilar Salazar, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother passed away peacefully on December 15,

2024, at the age of 88. Born on October 12, 1936, in Albuquerque, NM. Dolores dedicated her life to

nurturing her family and creating lasting memories filled with love.

Preceded in death by her devoted husband Luis Salazar and her beloved daughter Lorraine Salazar. She

is survived by her brother...

Luella "Lu" Williams

Luella "Lu" Williams

Dec 15, 2024

A lifetime of love, laughter, and legendary kindness came to a close on December 15, 2024, when Luella (Lu) Williams bid her final affectionate farewell. Born at the family home in Gravelton, Missouri on May 1, 1935 to the late Rev. Theodore C. Predoehl and Dorothea M. Predoehl (Blesse), Lu was a double blessing to the world, arriving alongside her...

Edward Lovato

Edward Lovato

Dec 13, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Edward Isa ( Ivy ) Lovato On Friday, December 13, 2024, at the young age of 66 at his home in Bernalillo, New Mexico. Ivy was born on February 11, 1958, in Cuba New Mexico to Isa and Rebecca Lovato.

Ivy grew up in San Ysidro New Mexico. He...