Jennie Rivera
Aug 31, 2015
Rivera, Jennie N. Age 82, passed away Monday, August 31, 2015. She was born in Torreon, NM on December 7, 1932, to the late, Aristeo and Desideria Lopez. She was a faithful and active member of St. Anne's Church Jennie was a loving mother and grandmother. She touched many lives with her generosity, love and strength. Jennie is survived by...
Lorraine Rael
Aug 31, 2015
Rael, Lorraine C. Age 63, passed away peacefully early Monday, August 31, 2015. Lorraine is survived by children, Veronica Romo, Liberato Rael III; grandchildren, Alexus and Jayden Romo; siblings, Rose Mary Baca and husband, David, Jerry Cordova and wife, Emily, Merlinda Cordova and husband, Ted Jennifer Jaramillo and many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents...
Margaret Trujillo
Aug 30, 2015
Trujillo, Margaret (Wita) Gallegos Age 66, passed away Sunday, August 30, 2015. She was born in Albuquerque, NM on January 8, 1949 and went to Rio Grande High School. Margaret valued her time with her family and friends, she loved unconditionally and was generous beyond means. Margaret is survived by her son, Scott Gaines and wife, Candice: siblings, Bob Gallegos...
Andres Duran
Aug 25, 2015
Duran, Andres Age 23, beloved son, grandson, brother, uncle and friend, passed away Tuesday, August 25, 2015. Andres is survived by parents, Ramon and Kathy Duran; siblings, Monica and Marcus; grandparents Consuelo and Encarcon Duran; nieces, nephews extended family and friends. He is preceded in death by grandparents, Oralia and Juan Jose Barrientes and nephew Matthew Shije. Visitation will be...
Jesus Campos
Aug 22, 2015
Campos, Jesus B. Age 96, passed away Saturday, August 22, 2015. He was born in Tome, NM on October 15, 1918. Jesus joined the CC camp at age 17, then joined the army in 1941 to return home in 1945; making him a WWII veteran, he was part of the D.A.V. and V.F.W. He worked shortly as a bartender then...
Natalie McRoberts
Aug 22, 2015
McRoberts, Natalie Maria Age 31, passed away Sunday, August 23, 2015. She was born in Albuquerque, NM and raised in San Antonio TX. Natalie is survived by her mother, Bernadette L. Caldwell McRoberts, step father, Mark Guerra; father, Vincent M. McRoberts and wife, Lisa; children, Aaliyah, Mariah, Angelina, Isaiah, R.J.; brothers, Felix McRoberts, Gabriel Guerra; sister, Vanessa McRoberts and many...
Della Ruiz
Aug 5, 2015
Ruiz, Della M. Age 94, passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2015 surrounded by loved ones. She was born in Las Vegas, NM on October 20, 1920, to Modesta and Jose and Montano. She was known for her sense of humor and her love of family. Della is survived by children, David Ruiz and wife, Elizabeth, Michael Ruiz and wife, Mary,...
Raymond Chavez
Aug 4, 2015
Chavez, Raymond Age 78, passed away Tuesday, August 4, 2015. He was born in Barelas, NM on September 12, 1936 to the late Apolonio and Elvira (Aragon) Chavez. Raymond was a Washington Redskins fan, enjoyed football, boxing, sports, poker and loved dancing. Raymond is survived by his wife of 55 years, Lucy Chavez; daughters, Frances Griego and husband, Paul, Adriana...
John Bargas
Jul 30, 2015
Bargas, John Edward Age 65, passed away July 30, 2015. John was an outgoing person who had a great sense of humor. He was preceded in death by his parents, Casimero (Casey) J. Bargas and Manuelita (Mela) Benavidez and son, Robert Saavedra. John is survived by wife, Helen Bargas; children, Ermalinda LaFlair and husband, Paul, Mary Baca and husband, Anthony...
Lupe Castillo
Jul 22, 2015
Castillo, Lupe Lupe was born Lupita Viola Castillo, in Albuquerque, NM on February 18, 1948 to Fransisco and Frances Castillo. Lupe lost the battle but won the war on July 22, 2015. She was Founder of the “Just say No” program. She started the Drill Team thru the Navajo Elks Lodge. Lupe loved all the children in the Mountain View Community, South Broadway Youth...
Myah Chavez-Recio
Jul 14, 2015
Chavez-Recio, Myah Hope Is in the arms of our Heavenly Father. All her suffering is over. Thank you for praying with us and for us. She is finally at peace and fought hard to be with her Mommy! God is so good and we are grateful for the time we had with her. Myah is survived by parents, Amanda Recio...
Marie Gallegos
Jul 8, 2015
Gallegos, Marie Emma Maria Emma Gallegos, 88, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2015. She will join her loved ones in Heaven including her parents, Augustine and Petrita Sena; one sister; five brothers; numerous other family members and so many friends and compadres. Our Mother will be reunited with our father, Higinio J. Gallegos; her son, James...
Daniel Torres Sierra
Jun 19, 2015
Torres Sierra, Daniel Age 21, passed away. Daniel enjoyed, fishing, snowboarding, working out and spending time with his family. Daniel is survived by his parents, Sylvia Sierra and Felipe Torres; brothers, Aaron Torres, Ramiro Montoya; sister, Carina Torres and many relatives and friends. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, June 26, 2015, 6:00 pm, at Family Worship Center,...
Tomas Benavidez
Jun 17, 2015
Benavidez, Tomas Rey Our Baby Tomas Rey Benavidez was taken early to heaven above on Wednesday, June 17, 2015. Tomas is survived by his parents, Michael Marcel Benavidez and Vickie Hernandez; brothers, Michael Rey and Lawerence Benavidez; great grandparents, Tom Benavidez and wife, Kathy; grandparents, Marie LaJuenesse and Mike Benavidez; several uncles, Aunts and cousins. He was preceded in death...
Celestino Centeno
May 5, 2015
Centeno, Celestino P. Age 97, passed away peacefully Tuesday, May 5, 2015. He was born on May 19, 1917. Celestino served in World War II, under General Patton, he volunteered many many hours at the VA Hospital, DAV and VFW. Undoubtedly he will be missed deeply by all who knew and loved him. He was preceded in death by his...
Javier Rivera
May 1, 2015
Rivera, Javier J. Javier Rivera was a wonderful human being, that loved his family and had a great heart and the desire to help anyone he saw in need. Javier was loved by everybody and touched many lives. He is survived by his parents, Javier and Maricela Rivera; siblings, Martin Rivera, Maria Rivera, Soledad Rivera and Jesus Rivera; his one...
Lugardita Montano
May 1, 2015
Montano, Lugardita Lugardita "Luggie" Montano, age 91, went to be with her Father in Heaven on Friday, May 1, 2015. She was born on December 29, 1923 and was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM and an heir to the Atrisco Land Grant. She is preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Thomas Montano; parents, Carlos and Rosalia;...
John Saavedra
Apr 28, 2015
Saavedra, John Vincent Ballejos "Stoner" Born on June 9, 1986, has departed us to be with our beloved Lord on April 28, 2015. Vincent is survived by his parents, Leroy Ballejos and wife, Marcella, Margaret Moya and husband, Augustine; children, Neveah, Antonio and Aubrianna; siblings, Orlando Rambes and wife, Luana, Helen Saavedra, Melissa and Leroy Jr. Ballejos; grandparents, Helen and...
Leandro Villanueva
Apr 25, 2015
Villanueva, Leandro "Leo" Age 82, passed away Saturday, April 25, 2015. He was born and raised in Villanueva, NM. He was drafted in 1952 for combat in Korea. Leo was a people person and a inspirational role model to follow. He enjoyed gardening and going to the rodeo. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Theresa; two children,...
John Garcia
Apr 6, 2015
Garcia, John A. John A. Garcia, 91, loving father, grandfather and great grandfather passed away peacefully Monday 6 April 2015. He was born in the town of Carnuel on July 12, 1923. John Garcia served in the Philippines with the U.S. Navy during WWII and had a long distinguished career with Sandia National Labs before he retired from federal service...
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