Obituaries

Wilfida Paz

Dec 19, 2020

Paz, Wilfida Chavez Age 79, passed away Saturday, December 19, 2020. She was born in Albuquerque, NM on November 5, 1941. She was preceded in death by her parents, Nick and Rebecca Chavez; 12 siblings and two great grandchildren. Wilfida is survived by husband, Nasareno Paz; step children, Raymond Aragon, Guadalupe Aragon Lucero, Helen Paz, Elizabeth Paz-Standlee and husband,...

Linda Carrillo

Dec 17, 2020

Carrillo, Linda Marie Age 66, passed away Thursday, December 17, 2020. She was born in Albuquerque, NM on September 11, 1954. Linda was a devoted daughter, sister, mother, grandmother and wife. She loved her grandchildren and was lovingly known as "Grandma Chico" Her home was the center for holiday gatherings and tradition. Linda was a proud retiree from TVI...

Dennis Chavez

Dec 17, 2020

Chavez, Dennis On Thursday, December 17, 2020, Dennis Chavez passed away at the age of 81 surrounded by loved ones. He was born in Sabinal, NM on November 1, 1939 to his parents, Higinio Chavez and Celestina Armijo. On August 23, 1958 Dennis married Virginia Sena whom he was married to for 62 beautiful years. At age 17 Dennis...

Henry Zachary

Dec 16, 2020

Henry R. Zachary 1930- 2020 Henry went to be with Jesus Christ and our Blessed Mother on Wednesday, December 16, 2020. He was born on July 15, 1930. Henry is survived by his wife of 60 years Barbara Zachary; children, Evelyn Vanderpool, Henry Zachary, Rick Zachary (Shelly), Joanne (JoJo) Rodriguez (David), Elisa Zachary; grandchildren, Joshua (Amanda), Jerome, Barbara...

Maria Montano

Dec 15, 2020

Montano , Maria  Guadalupe Age 84, passed away Tuesday, December 15, 2020. She was born in Tecolotito, NM on December 16, 1935.  Her career was a food specialist. Maria was so beloved by everyone that came in her grace. She was a devoted Catholic and shared her faith with her family. Maria was kind, loving and cherished her late...

Annie Rascon

Dec 10, 2020

Rascon, Annie  ( Parraz ) Age 93, passed away Thursday, December 10, 2020. She was born in Santa Rosa, NM on July 10, 1927. She was preceded in death by her parents, Cleofas and Maria Lucero; life partner Demetro Contreras, siblings, Emilia, Monica, Alfonso, Elidio, Juan, Felipe; grandsons, Felipe, Eric and Gabe. Annie is survived by her...

Gerardo Quiroz Mendoza

Dec 9, 2020

Quiroz Mendoza, Gerardo Age 47, passed away Wednesday, December 9, 2020. He was born in San Luis Potosi, Mexico on March 11, 1973. He is preceded in death by his father, David Quiroz. Gerardo  is survived by wife, Juana Escobedo Gonzalez; mother, Maria Trinidad Mendoza Lopez; children, Emanuel de Jesus Quiroz Escobedo, Gerardo Alexis Quiroz Escobedo, Aaron Quiroz Escobedo, David...

Ruth Padilla

Dec 8, 2020

Padilla, Ruth Age 93, passed away Tuesday, December 8, 2020. She was born in Albuquerque, NM on April 4, 1927. She was preceded in death by her parents, Procopio and Anita Aragon; and husband, Elivaldo “Lali” Padilla. Ruth is survived by children, Ricardo Padilla, Eddie Padilla and wife, Carolyn, Jennifer Cuellar and husband, Daniel, Loretta Sayers and husband, Jay;...

Anna Padilla

Dec 5, 2020

Padilla, Anna Maria Delfinia A lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM went to be with her Lord on December 5, 2020 at the age of 80. Anna was born in Albuquerque, NM on June 14, 1940. She graduated in the 2nd graduating class at Valley High School in 1958. She went on to earn her Masters degree in...

Gloria Ruiz

Nov 30, 2020

Ruiz, Gloria Jean Age 75, passed away Monday, November 30, 2020. She was born in Albuquerque, NM on June 7, 1945. Gloria spent her younger years as a Spanish dancer and she played the castanets. She enjoyed traveling with her family and friends. Gloria was an avid bowler. Her main passion was her family. Her family was her world....

Anaya Manuel

Nov 26, 2020

Anaya- Manuel Age 63, passed away Thursday: November 26: 2020- He was born in Celaya, Guanajuato, Mexico on September 8, 1957- Manuel enjoyed all sports: he loved soccer from all parts of the world. His favorite football team was the 49ers- Manuel enjoyed family gatherings and he was always the life of the party- He loved making...

Miguel (Mike) Chavez

Nov 24, 2020

Chavez, Miguel E (Mike) Jr. Age 83, passed away Tuesday, November 24, 2020. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on July 23, 1937. Mike was a farmer, a great Christian, a fisher of men as well as a fisherman. He was a family man and took care of his family. He was a mentor to many and a legacy...

Gilbert Lujan

Nov 21, 2020

Lujan, Gilbert Edward Age 54, passed away Saturday, November 21, 2020. Gilbert was born in Albuquerque, NM on August 7, 1966. He was an avid athlete who enjoyed playing and watching many sports, but his favorite was playing golf every week with his brother Robert. Gilbert loved the outdoors and enjoyed camping and fishing with his family. He truly...

Dorothy Wich

Nov 18, 2020

Wich, Dorothy

Dorothy Wich, 72, passed away on November 18, 2020. Dorothy was a loving, spirited, gentle person, who was filled by the Lord, and reflected the love of the Lord throughout her life. She volunteered for decades over at the Catholic Charismatic Center, bringing joy and laughter to many souls. Originally from San Diego, she met...

Roberto Rios

Nov 6, 2020

Roberto Sakelares Rios July 24, 1952 - November 6, 2020 "He no longer walks among us" To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.garciamortuary.com Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW Albuquerque, NM 87102 505-243-5222

Mercedes Lobato

Nov 5, 2020

Lobato, Mercedes (Sadie) Mercedes (Sadie) Lobato of Jackson, TN age 91 a loving mother, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 5, 2020 in Fort Valley, GA after a fall and failing health problems. Mercedes was born in Clovis, New Mexico on September 24, 1929. She married Dimas C. Lobato on July 3, 1948. She enjoyed being...

Antonio DeLeon

Nov 3, 2020

DeLeon, Antonio

Age 91, passed away Tuesday, November 3, 2020. He was born in Jalisco, Mexico on August 8, 1929. Antonio loved the horse races and caring for animals. He was a loving father and grandfather, he was very devoted to his family and a hard worker. He was active, always working in the yard. We will...

Antonia Sanchez

Nov 2, 2020

Sanchez, Antonia (Toni)

Born July 5, 1937, passed away on November 2, 2020.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilfred and son, Frederick Sanchez.

Toni is survived by four step children, Wilfred Sanchez Jr. and wife, Mary, Penny Barber and husband, Dave, David Sanchez and wife, Lorraine, Terry Gow and husband,...

Misais Baca

Oct 22, 2020

Baca, Misais Age 86, passed away Thursday, October 22, 2020. He was born on September 13, 1934. Misais loved to joke he was very funny, he was a great cook, especially his beans and chile. He enjoyed watching TV shows, from sitcoms to current events, his favorite movie was Lonesome Dove. He was a avid animal lover and really...

Elva Glynn

Oct 18, 2020

Glynn, Elva Del Valle Age 90, passed away Sunday, October 18, 2020. She was born in Mexico City,  on December 13, 1929. Elva loved her pets as well as caring for them. Elva had her cat, Paco at her side at all times. She was a loving mother. Elva also cared for her friends, Gerardo Casas as he helped...