Obituaries

Mar 26, 2019

Montoya, Arsenio Pedro

Age 91, passed away Tuesday, March 26, 2019 surrounded by his seven children at his home in Los Lunas, NM. He was born on July 5, 1927 in Socorro, NM.

He was preceded in death by the love of his life for 18 years his wife, Viola.

Arsenio is survived...

Mar 24, 2019

Portillo, Bernie

Age 61, passed away Sunday, March 24, 2019.

He is preceded in death by his father, Ramiro Portillo; sister, Delia Portillo; brother, Patrick Portillo.

Bernie is survived by his mother, Elisa Portillo; son, Nicholas Herrera and Nicholas mother Cindy; siblings, Ramiro Portillo Jr., Manuel Portillo, Alex Portillo, John Portillo, Concha Portillo...

Mar 22, 2019

Silva, Raymond J.

Age 76, born in Socorro, NM on July 25, 1942, passed away Friday, March 22, 2019 at the Sandia Nursing and Rehabilitation Center where he was well taken care of. Raymond was preceded in death by his parents, Johnny and Mary Silva; brothers, Pat, Joe and Jessie Silva.

Raymond is survived by...

Mar 20, 2019

Ryan, Robert

Sunrise - August 3, 1935

Sunset - March 20, 2019

Robert B. Ryan went home to be reunited with his Lord and savior on Wednesday, March 20, 2019. Robert was born in Longmont, Colorado to Martha and B. J. Ryan. After moving to Albuquerque he attended McArthur Elementary, Washington Jr. High...

Mar 10, 2019

Ribota Estrada, Jose Roberto On March 10, 2019 we lost an amazing man. José Roberto was an amazing father to his three daughters Anabel, Brenda, Merary Ribota and even better grandpa to his two granddaughters Julianna Davila and Mia Ortiz. He was artistic in his paintings that decorate many walls of our city and also through his music. He...

Mar 9, 2019

Olson, Bill L.

Age 92, loving husband, father and grandfather, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2019. Bill was an Army Veteran, Army Air Corp and Air Force, a volunteer firefighter, Boy Scout Troop leader, a cook and a cabinet maker.

He was preceded in death by his son, Tommy Joe Olson; siblings, Ella Mae Settgast,...

Mar 6, 2019

Francisco Jesus Efren Ruiz, age 75 , passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2019.

He was born in Albuquerque, NM, on November 3, 1943, to  Jacobo P. Ruiz and Margarita Mora. Francisco's heart was his family. He was giving, loving and supportive to everyone. He could make anyone smile with his jokes, no matter how corny they were. ...

Feb 28, 2019

Ruben "LOON3Y" Trujillo

Taken too soon at age 52. He passed away Thursday, February 28, 2019. He was born in Las Cruces, NM on January 13, 1967, to parents Jose and Priscilla Trujillo.

Ruben was one hell of a truck driver and biker. He loved fishing, low riders, and celebrating Sunday Funday at the library....

Feb 23, 2019

Richard Gabriel Ramirez Jr

(February 20, 1966 - February 23, 2019)

It is with great sadness and regret that the family of Richard Gabriel Ramirez Jr announce his passing on Saturday February 23, 2019, at the age of 53. Richard will be lovingly remembered by his Mother & Father Richard and Merlinda Ramirez, his brothers...

Feb 23, 2019

Garcia, Justiniano

Age 103, went to be with our Lord and Savior on Saturday, February 23, 2019. Justiniano loved to work in his yard.

Justiniano is survived by his children, Mary Ann Benavidez and husband, Raymond, Betty Casados and significant other, Ted Ortega, Louis Garcia and wife, Susan, Donna Allen and husband, Gary, son in...

Feb 22, 2019

Romero, Jose J

Jose was born on June 5, 1946 in the small town of Manzano, NM. He graduated from Albuquerque high in 1965 and married October 12, 1968. He worked as a machinist in the water department for the City of Albuquerque. He retired with 25 years of service.

In retirement he enjoyed being...

Feb 18, 2019

Gomez Ortega, Josefina

Age 82, passed away Monday, February 18, 2019. Josefina loved to clean and cook for her family, she loved to dance and listen to the radio. Josefina is survived by her children, Luz Elena Alire, Diva Elia Alire, Rene Alire, Guadalupe Alire, Sandra Alire; 24 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren....

Feb 16, 2019

Ruby Matilda Gonzales

Ruby Matilda Gonzales passed away on Saturday, February 16, 2019 at the age of 91. She was born in Vallecitos, New Mexico to Albert and Marina Chavez. She is preceded in death by son, Louie Gonzales and daughter, Annabelle Campbell. Ruby is survived by daughter, Gloria Lopez and son-in-law Leroy Lopez, daughter, Josie Gonzales,...

Feb 15, 2019

Marquez, Silviano

Age 82, passed away Friday, February 15, 2019. He was born in Marquez , NM on August 8, 1936, to Crestino and Elcira Marquez.

He was preceded in death by his father, Crestino Marquez, mother, Elcira Marquez, and his sister Louisa Montoya.

Silviano is survived by his sister, Carlota Tobias, brother,...

Feb 12, 2019

Aragon, Aldemaro

Age 86, passed away Tuesday, February 12, 2019. He was born in Matachic, Chihuahua on March 14, 1932, to Gabriel Aragon and Lazara Bencomo de Aragon. Aldemaro enjoyed dancing, going to the casino, eating out at Garcia's Restaurant and going to Madrid bar. His family and friends were his life.

He was preceded...

Feb 8, 2019

Romero, Lucy

Lucy Romero, age 96, was called to her place with God on February 8, 2019. She was a caretaker to many family members, a mother to some of them, and a warm friend to anyone who knocked on her door. No matter the day, all felt welcome to join her for a breakfast of champions:...

Feb 6, 2019

Gauna, Debra Jane

passed away on February 6, 2019 in her home in the company of her family and loved ones following a decades long battle with cancer.

She was preceded in death by her, father, Edward Gauna; niece, Miranda Gauna-Lopez; maternal grandparents, Eusebio and Dolores Muller; paternal grandparents, Willie and Josephine Gauna.

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Feb 6, 2019

Mardis, Corine M

Age 87, passed away Wednesday, February 6, 2019.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Teodoro and Piedad Duran de Montoya; sisters, Rose Matria of California, Patty of Albuquerque, Antonia Montoya of Albuquerque, Eloisa, Lucy, Erenstine and Conception all of Albuquerque; two brothers, Tom Montoya of Albuquerque, Benny Montoya of California;...

Feb 4, 2019

Ruiz, Shannon Teddie

Age 35, passed away Monday, February 4, 2019. Shannon was a beautiful soul and was loved by everyone whose life she touched. We will miss you dearly. May she rest in peace. Shannon is survived by her parents, Theodore and LouAnne Ruiz; children, Trevaughn Williams, Angelo Williams and Amelia Neal; sisters, Camille Ruiz and...

Feb 3, 2019

Villela, Vicente

Age 37, passed away Sunday, February 3, 2019. He was born in Denver, CO on July 9, 1981, to Vicente and Sofia Villela. Vicente loved to listen to music and dance especially to Mariachi music. He was a very loving and caring man to his family and a devoted father to his children. He enjoying...