Obituaries

Jul 7, 2018

Denise Marie Howard “Sis” died peacefully at home in the arms of her husband Mark, and her son John, on July 7, 2018. She was 63 years old. Denise was born to John and Rita Howard, November 17th, 1955. As the second born of eight children, Denise learned at an early age to adore babies and children. She grew...

Jul 6, 2018

Zamora, Eleno

Age 84, was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin and friend. He was born on February 2, 1934 in Manzano, New Mexico to Santiago and Carmelita Zamora.

Eleno was preceded in death by his loving wife of 47 years, Josephine Vigil-Zamora; his parents, Santiago and Carmelita Zamora; his loving sisters, Lala...

Jun 27, 2018

Lovato, Andrew

Age 35, passed away Wednesday, June 27, 2018. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on January 16, 1983. Andrew was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan.

He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Alcario Lovato Sr.

Andrew is survived by father, Alcario Lovato Jr.; mother, Mary Ester Vasquez; sons, Joshua and...

Jun 26, 2018

Garcia, Margaret

Age 89, a loving wife, mother and grandmother, went home to be with our Lord.

Margaret is survived by her husband, Richard; children, Bernadette Hernandez, Francesca Lopez, Elizabeth Baldonado, Juliana LeTourneau and Vincent Garcia; 14 grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren.

She was a devoted and active member of San Felipe de Neri....

Jun 23, 2018

Lopez, Leroy

Age 78 from Sierra Vista, Arizona, formerly of Albuquerque and Chamisal, New Mexico passed away Saturday, June 23, 2018. He was born in Chamisal, NM on May 9, 1940, to Jose Paz Lopez, Sr. and Leonarda Lopez.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his only son, Dwayne Lopez; sisters, Fabiola Dominguez...

Jun 8, 2018

Lujan, Arthur

At the age of 66, Arthur Luján Jr. entered eternal life on June 8, 2018.

He is survived by his mother, Lucille O. Sterling; sister, Elizabeth J. Luján Arencón; nephew, Diego Arencón and niece Monica Arencón-Smith. He was preceded in death by his father, Arthur Luján Sr. and his wife Betty Baca Luján....

Jun 7, 2018

Martinez, Pablo Jose

Age 76, beloved father, grandfather and brother, passed away peacefully in his home Thursday, June 7, 2018 after an illness. He grew up in Havana, Cuba and as a young man he immigrated to the U.S. and was proud to become a U.S. Citizen. He was a hard worker. He retired from UNM and...

Jun 3, 2018

Winfield, Francisco J

Age 37, passed away Sunday, June 3, 2018. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on February 8, 1981.

He was preceded in death by Catalino Zozaya, Chi-chi Zoni, Calvin Winfield, Floretta Winfield, Jaime Zozaya, Lillian B Winfield.

Francisco is survived by father, Goulton Joseph Winfield; mother, Martha Zozaya; siblings, Lillian...

May 26, 2018

Rita Nieto On Saturday, May 26, 2018 Rita L. Nieto went to be with the Lord. She was born in Los Angeles, California, on September 14, 1942 to Emmanuel Estrada and Cathalina Sanchez. Her time of departure was at hand. She fought a good fight, she finished her course, and kept her faith to the end. (2 Timothy 4:6-7)...

May 21, 2018

Gomez, Sinfer

Age 69, passed away in Colorado Springs, CO on Monday, May 21, 2018. She was born in Canjilon, NM on January 4, 1949.

Sinfer is survived by husband, Ramon Gomez; children, Ramona Paiz and husband, Phillip Jr.; mother, Gabina Madrid; siblings, Genevieve Montano, Sergio Rivera and Reyes Manzanares; four grandchildren, Zach, Lisa, Malachi...

May 19, 2018

Gallegos, Gretchen A.

In loving memory of Gretchen Anne Gallegos, February 25, 1976 to May 19, 2018. She is survived by, husband, Gene L. Gallegos; son, Aaron N. Baca; grandmother, Mabel Baca; mother, Terry Ewell; brother, Rick Lopez and wife, Lora; cousins, Mabel Gonzales and husband, Mike, Ricki Baca and husband, John; nieces, Jasmin, Kailey and Aubree;...

May 16, 2018

Howard, Roy

After a short battle with cancer, Roy left this earth on May 16, 2018. Blessed with 81 years, he used them to enrich the lives of his family, friends and neighbors. Roy could always be counted on for solid advice, a helping hand and a good joke. He loved playing music, spending time at the...

May 6, 2018

Garcia, Arturo G.

Age 83, born November 28, 1934, and passed away Sunday, May 6, 2018.

Arturo was a very loving and hard-working man who learned at a very early age to be self-sufficient. He loved hunting, being outdoors, telling the stories of his life and sharing bits and pieces of his struggles and achievements....

May 4, 2018

Mora, Mike

Age 87, passed away Friday, May 4, 2018. He was born in Chilili, NM on February 7, 1931, to Fermin and Casiana Mora.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Carmen Gonzales and son Toby Mora.

Mike is survived by his children, Cathy Garcia and husband, George,...

Apr 28, 2018

Garcia, John

John Chris Garcia, age 56, of Albuquerque, NM passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 28th, in Scottsdale, Arizona due to complications from a kidney transplant.

He is survived by his loving wife and best friend of 27 yrs. Frances Garcia; his mother Bertha; daughters Ashley, Angelina (Keith); son Adrian Ulibarri (Raquel); father John...

Apr 28, 2018

Fileto-Conteras, Demetrio

Age 81, passed away Saturday, April 28, 2018. He was born in Durango, Mexico on January 2, 1937, to Bartolo Fileto and Maria de Jesus Conteras.

Demetrio is survived by wife, Annie Rascon; sisters, Esther Fileto and Chapina Melero.

Visitation will be held Friday, May 4, 2018, 6:00 pm - 7:00...

Apr 27, 2018

Montano, Flora A

Age 70, passed away Friday, April 27, 2018. She was born June 9, 1947. She was a manager at Lotaburger and a caretaker for her brother Donald for 12 years.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 41 years, Alex Montano Sr.; parents, Natividad and Simonita Varela; brothers, Simon and...

Apr 26, 2018

Preciado Delgado, Maria Alicia

Age 58, passed away Thursday, April 26, 2018. She was born in San Angel, Durango Mexico on November 6, 1959, to Acencion Preciado and Maria Aurora Palacios. Maria enjoyed gardening, cooking, coloring, novelas and teasing her grandchildren. She was a member of San Martin de Porres church.

She was preceded in...

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...