Obituaries

Apr 21, 2018

Carriaga, Gisele L

Age 18, passed away Saturday, April 21, 2018. She was born in Albuquerque, NM on September 7, 1999, to Robert Carriaga and Bevonnie Garuti.

Gisele enjoyed writing, poetry,politics, beauty, management and leadership. She attended Corrales Seventh Day Adventist Church, and was involved in Ignite family church youth group.

She was...

Apr 20, 2018

Eusebio S Paiz

Age 95, passed away on Friday, April 20, 2018. He was born on July 29, 1922.

He is preceded in death by his parents and son, George Paiz.

Eusebio is survived by his wife, Lena Paiz; daughters, Frances Paiz, Juanita Padilla and husband, Jimmy; son, Phillip Paiz and friend, Rosa...

Apr 15, 2018

Martinez, Joe Floyd

Age 81, passed away Sunday, April 15, 2018.

Joe is survived by wife of 62 years, Corrine Martinez; five daughters and son in laws; 16 grandchildren; 33 great grandchildren; two great great grandchildren; one brother, one sister and several nieces and nephews.

A Rosary will be recited at 9:30 am...

Apr 13, 2018

Montoya, Sofia

Born January 5, 1965 age 53, with her family by her side went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, April 13, 2018 after a long fight with metastatic breast cancer. Sofia was born to Jose Geronimo Urbina and Flora Urbina (Campos) in Juigalpa, Nicaragua, as a teenager she and her family immigrated...

Mar 31, 2018

Mares Talamantes, Efren

Age 87, passed away Saturday, March 31, 2018. He was born on January 15, 1931. Efren loved the lottery, ice cream, popsicles, Pepsi and all foods.

Efren is survived by his wife, Maria Chavez Mares; children, Fransisca Mares, Antonio Mares, Carlota Mares, Eva Mares, Juan Mares, Estela Mares; 41 grandchildren and 60...

Mar 25, 2018

Gallegos, Martin J "Tin"

Age 68, passed away Sunday, March 25, 2018. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on February 16, 1950. Martin was an avid Broncos fan, he loved fishing and spending time with his family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Medardo Gallegos Sr. and Pauline Gallegos; brothers, Medardo...

Mar 24, 2018

Aragon, Victor Lawrence

age 42, of Peralta, New Mexico went to be with our Lord on Saturday, March 24, 2018 at his home. He was born November 15, 1975 with his twin sister in Albuquerque to Samuel and Lucille Aragon. Victor was well known and loved by many. His voice and love of music touched the hearts...

Mar 21, 2018

Duran, Mary Alice

Age 83, passed away Wednesday, March 21, 2018. She was born in El Pueblo, NM on April 30, 1934. Mary was a devoted parishioner of Our Lady of Fatima for 34 years. A loving and caring daughter, sister, mother, aunt and above all caregiver. She took care of many children throughout the 25 years...

Mar 19, 2018

Silva, Rachel L

On March 19, 2018 our beloved Rachel Silva passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones.

Rachel was born in Torreon, NM to Antonio and Dolores (Lola) Lujan, she was the eldest of 11 brothers and sisters. Rachel treasured her childhood memories of growing up on the ranch and carried the values...

Mar 18, 2018

Montoya, Antonio (Tony)

Age 84, passed away at home on Sunday, March 18, 2018. He was born in Chillie, NM on June 13, 1933, to Ignacio and Delfinia Montoya.

Antonio is survived by wife of 60 years, Vera Montoya; three daughters, Yvette Montoya, Lovella Chavez and husband, Eddie, Roxanne Montoya; six grandsons; two granddaughters; three...

Mar 8, 2018

Jaramillo, Mary

Our beloved sister, Mary Jaramillo, took her last breath peacefully on this past Thursday, March 8, 2018 in the presence of her family with the firm assurance of eternal life as promised by her Savior Jesus Christ.

She was born in Albuquerque, NM on June 28, 1960.

She was preceded in...

Mar 6, 2018

Martinez, Sarah C

Age 90, passed away Tuesday, March 6, 2018. She was born in San Pedro, NM on September 9, 1927. Sarah was a strong independent woman. She had a great sense of humor. She never met a stranger, she would help anyone. She enjoyed singing, gardening, traveling, dancing, cooking and going to the casinos. She...

Mar 4, 2018

Lovato, Benedito (Benny) Bernabe

Aged 68 passed away Sunday, March 4, 2018. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on January 31st, 1950. He is remembered for his love of family, friends, dancing and his extreme generosity. He was a devout Christian and served as an usher at Healing Water Church.

He is preceded in death...

Feb 24, 2018

Perea, Gilbert

Age 68, passed away Saturday, February 24, 2018. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on February 25, 1949, to Raymond W. and Mabel Perea. Raymond was part of the Los Lobos Pigeon club.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond W. Perea and Mabel Perea and one sister, Annie Armijo.

Feb 23, 2018

Perea, Joe P.

Phil Joe Perea, of Albuquerque, NM and Taos for over forty years. Passed away peacefully at the age of 73 on February 23, 2018. Phil was a proud and hardworking mason an avid gospel singer/minister who will continue to spread the word of God with the angels in heaven. Phil is preceded in death...

Feb 22, 2018

Theresa M. Lucero

83, born into this world in Tucumcari NM on January 30th 1935, began her new life with the Lord in Heaven Thursday, February 22, 2018.

Theresa was a devoted wife and matriarch of her family. She spent all of her waking moments caring for, comforting, nourishing, feeding, cherishing, loving and praying for...

Feb 16, 2018

Avila, Isabel

Age 93, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away on February 16, 2018. She enjoyed listening to her Spanish music, dancing, watching her Lobos and spending time with her family. She was a member of Holy Family parish.

Isabel is preceded in death by her husband, Tony Avila; parents, Julian and Modesta Garcia;...

Feb 16, 2018

Patteson, Raymond

Age 70, passed away Friday, February 16, 2018. He was born in Gonzales, TX on February 1, 1948. Raymond served in the US Navy from 1967 to 1970, he was a radar technician on a diesel Submarine USS Blackfin. He worked for and retired from Sandia National Laboratories.

He is preceeded in death...

Feb 12, 2018

Montano, Rose

Rose Montano passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on February 12, 2018, when she entered the arms of her Lord. Rose loved and lived by her catholic faith and is a great example of how to love others.

Rose is survived by children, Rosalinda Pacheco (Andy), Phil Montano (Rita), Sylvia...

Feb 11, 2018

Tafoya, Mary

On February 11th, 2018 the Lord called Mary Tillie Tafoya home. She loved spending time with her granddaughters, reading and having a cigarette and a coke. She is preceded in death by her parents Felipe and Juanita Tafoya, her brothers, Guadalupe, Ray, Francisco and David, and sisters Lorenza and Lourdes. She is survived by her...