Obituaries

George Antonio Romero

George Antonio Romero

Nov 19, 2023

George Antonio Romero, a dedicated husband, loving brother, US Army Veteran, and friend to many, passed away on November 19, 2023, at the age of 73 in Albuquerque, NM. Born on July 11, 1950, in Albuquerque, George led a life filled with accomplishments and cherished moments.In 1970, George met the love of his life, Theresa Romero (formally Zamora), and the...

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Yazmin Irania Burciaga Tena

Yazmin Irania Burciaga Tena

Nov 14, 2023

  Yazmin Burciaga was born on April 25, 1983 to Manuel and Maria Burciaga in Namiquipa, Mexico. She and her family then moved to Albuquerque, NM where she would be raised with her siblings. Yazmin was a humble and down to Earth person that loved life. She was always known for being the most selfless and forgiving person. Yazmin was...

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Tomasita "Tommie" Tapia

Tomasita "Tommie" Tapia

Nov 9, 2023

 

Tommie Tapia passed away Thursday, November 9, 2023, at Rust Hospital in Rio Rancho, NM after a long illness. On April 7, 1948, Tommie was born in Albuquerque, NM to Charles and Rosella Tapia. Tommie was a lifelong educator, teaching at Alameda Elementary School for 42 years and touching the lives of hundreds of children. 

 

She was preceded...

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Florencio Gallegos

Florencio Gallegos

Oct 19, 2023

                                                                                                  Florencio Gallegos  

Lencho “Uncle Jr” was born and raised in Martinez...

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Isaac L. Romero

Isaac L. Romero

Oct 12, 2023

                                                                                              Isaac Leonard Romero

Age 46, passed away Thursday October 12, 2023. He was...

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Gabina Espinoza - Venegas

Gabina Espinoza - Venegas

Oct 11, 2023

 

Gabina Espinoza Venegas, beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, age 103, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on October 11, 2023, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was born on March 15, 1920, in Frenzilla, Zacatecas Mexico to Tranquilla Espinoza and Marcelino Venegas.Gabina lived a life filled with love, joy, and a strong sense of family. She...

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Lourdes P. Molina

Lourdes P. Molina

Oct 8, 2023

                                                                                           Lourdes P. Molina

Lourdes P. Molina Age 92, passed away on Sunday, October 8,2023 and...

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Isabel Gelsinger

Isabel Gelsinger

Sep 29, 2023

Isabel Nicolasa Gelsinger, lovingly known as "Abuela" and "Auntie Bell", passed away on Friday,September 29th, 2023 at age 89. She was born in Maxwell, NM on September 11, 1934 to Severino and Maria Rosario LeDoux. Isabel was born into a large family with strong historicalties to northern New Mexico.She was preceded in death by her parents, Severino and Maria Rosario...

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Ramon Lujan Quintana

Ramon Lujan Quintana

Sep 14, 2023

Ramon Lujan Quintana, affectionately known as Ray, peacefully passed away on September 14, 2023, in Bernalillo. Born on February 14, 1942, and raised in Bernalillo, he was the beloved son of Guadalupe and Maria Quintana.

Preceded in death by his parents, Guadalupe and Maria Quintana; siblings, John Quintana, Carmen Lucero, Henry Quintana and Joe Quintana.

Ray attended and graduated from...

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Manuel Rios

Manuel Rios

Sep 9, 2023

Son, when God created you, dear one He made a perfect thing that sent a gust of joy through Heaven and made the choirs sing.

He took a ray of sunshine and a bit of Angel's smile.

He dipped into the brightness of the cherubs' start-dust pile. He added sweetest fragrance from the rose bed of the sky, with a...

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Philip James "Jimmy" Marquez

Philip James "Jimmy" Marquez

Aug 14, 2023

Marquez, Philip James “Jimmy”

Age 73 passed away on Monday, August 14, 2023. Jimmy was born and raised in Albuquerque, NM. After high school he joined the U.S. Army reserves and was honorably discharged. Jimmy had two daughters and five grandchildren. Jimmy had a very big hand in the upbringing of his nephews Tony and Nunez. He was like a...

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Mary Elizabeth Gomez

Mary Elizabeth Gomez

Jul 31, 2023

 

“Chuca” Mary Elizabeth Gomez, beloved and cherished by her family and friends, peacefully passed away on July 31, 2023. She was a kind-spirited woman who brought joy to everyone she encountered. “Chuca's” laughter was infectious, and her quick wit ensured that there was never a dull moment in her presence. She will be deeply missed by all who had...

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Gregorio Ortega Quiñones

Gregorio Ortega Quiñones

Jul 24, 2023

 

Ortega Quiñones, Gregorio

Age 75, passed away on Monday, July 27, 2023. He was born in Coyame, Chihuahua, Mexico on December 11, 1948. Gregorio enjoyed traveling, dining, and working on bicycles. He was retired from the Albuquerque Journal tribune. He was a loyal friend to many and will be missed.

He is preceded in death by his father,...

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Mary Helen Gomez

Mary Helen Gomez

Jul 17, 2023

Mary Helen Gomez

December 8, 1939 - July 17. 2023

Gomez, Mary Helen (Maria Elena) was welcomed into heaven by her husband, Ruben and her son, Leo on July 17, 2023

Mary Helen is survived by her loving children, Michael Gomez, Theresa Sanchez and husband, Ronald, Alicia Montero and husband Ben; 11 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren; sisters Phyllis Mackey and...

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Martha Consuelo Vigil

Martha Consuelo Vigil

Jul 12, 2023

Martha Consuelo Kavanaugh-Vigil

Connie passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 12, 2023. Connie graduated from West Las Vegas High School on May 26, 1967. She moved to Denver, Colorado and worked with the City and County of Denver for twenty years. She retired and returned to Las Vegas, New Mexico (her old hometown). She worked at New Mexico Highlands University...

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Jesus Jose Pasillas Martinez

Jesus Jose Pasillas Martinez

Jul 10, 2023

Jesús José Pasillas Martínez

Age 75, loving husband, father, grandfather,  and great grandfather, passed away on July 10, 2023. Jesús, "El Jerus", "Don Chuy"; loved music. He played the bass guitar and was a great singer. He was a man of many trades which included electrical, plumbing, mechanics, and construction. He loved shopping and watching baseball. He will be greatly...

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Angelica Lucher

Angelica Lucher

Jun 25, 2023

Lucher, Angelica

Age 35, devoted wife, mother, daughter and sister passed away on Sunday, June 25, 2023. Angie “India” was born and raised in Albuquerque. She met the love of her life Cesar when she was 14 and they were together ever since. They raised their two boys together in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico for 12 years. Angie was always happy,...

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Stella Segura

Stella Segura

Jun 16, 2023

Segura, Stella

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Stella Segura (Romero). She is survived by her three children, Christina, Steve and Carol; five grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; three great great grandchildren; and two sisters, Candy and Lillian.

Stella loved camping, dancing and of course all her dogs. She was so joyful in every...

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Phyllis Padilla

Phyllis Padilla

Jun 14, 2023

Padilla, Phyllis

Age 78, passed away on Wednesday, June 14, 2023. Phyllis was born and raised in Albuquerque. She graduated from Rio Grande High School where she met her future husband, Melchor. She then married her love Melchor Padilla and they raised their family in Albuquerque. Phyllis worked for Levi Straus for a short time then stayed home to care...

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Nicolas Elizondo Frescas

Nicolas Elizondo Frescas

Jun 11, 2023

Elizondo Frescas, Nicolas “Ruco”

Age 77, passed away on Sunday, June 11, 2023. Ruco was a very happy person and for those who knew him will never forget his huge smile. His favorite time was spent with his family gathering, listening to music, drinking beers and making memories. He enjoyed spending time with them and his dog Ronnie. Ruco was...

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