Obituaries

Sep 10, 2022

Allen, Henry Darney

Henry D. Allen ("Al") SFC US Army retired, passed away September 10, 2022. He was born in Biloxi, MS October 30, 1927. He graduated high school from Biloxi High School and began his army career in 1945. He served with the US Army until his retirement June 30, 1968. For his service in Hawaii, Al was...

Sep 5, 2022

Ojeda, Juanita Corine

Juanita Corine Ojeda was born in Española, New Mexico to Josephine and Juan Bautista Gonzales on January 23, 1959. She was taken from us on September 5, 2022. She grew up in the small town of Pojoaque then moved to Albuquerque to pursue a higher education. She obtained a BA in Communications, BA in Education, and a...

Sep 5, 2022

Mora, Arthur  Jr. Age 68, passed away Monday, September 5, 2022. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on February 10, 1954. Art was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend. Arthur is survived by his wife Jeanette of 27 years and a very large loving family. He will be greatly missed. Until we meet again.

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Aug 15, 2022

Gutierrez, Gloria Ernestine

Age 75, passed away Monday, August 15, 2022. She was born in Albuquerque, NM on November 15, 1946. Gloria was a lifelong resident of Martinez Town. She raised her family there as well. She worked for the city of Albuquerque for over 20 years. Gloria was very crafty, she enjoyed baking, sewing, crocheting and...

Aug 9, 2022

Montoya, Antonio Jose Antonio (Tony) Jose Montoya was born October 11, 1933, he was called home August 9, 2022, where he was reunited with his wife Julie, his mom and dad Eduvijen, Antonio, his sister Tina, and brother Julian, as well as many others who went to prepare a place before him. He was the most loyal, hardworking, selfless,...

Aug 4, 2022

Duran, Diana Jean 73 was called home on Thursday, August 4th 2022. Born to Leonard A Duran and Dolores Garcia on September 26, 1948 in Albuquerque. Preceded in death by beloved granddaughter, Amanda Duran (1989-2004), in which she never got over the loss; beloved daddy, Leonard A. Duran, Sr. (1926-1998); Dad, Bill Olson (1926-2019); her dear love, Richard Paul...

Jul 26, 2022

Maestas, David Manuel Jr. How do you write a memorial for someone who was everything? How do you say goodbye to your light? How can any of us live without that part of our lives that David held? It is with broken hearts but a treasure trove of memories that we announce the unexpected passing of David Manual Maestas...

Jul 24, 2022

Mendez, Maria Concepcion Age 68, passed away Sunday, July 24, 2022. Maria was born and raised in Ciudad Juarez, then married Sergio Mendez and moved to Albuquerque to raise her family. Maria was a very happy person that enjoyed singing and dancing. She was a devoted wife and mother. Maria loved her family and cared for many of her...

Jul 24, 2022

Serna, Orlando James Orlando James Serna (26) came joyfully into this world on November 18, 1995.  He left to be with our Lord on July 24, 2022.  Orlando was a beloved son, brother, uncle, nephew, friend, and soldier. He is survived by his parents, Marian and Lawrence Serna; brothers, Andrew Serna and Nathan Serna; precious sister, Samantha Serna; nephew,...

Jul 21, 2022

Akers, Catherine

Our community sadly lost a dynamic and compassionate member on July 21, 2022 when Catherine Akers passed away. Cathy was born on December 29, 1963 in Albuquerque, and spent her life as an active member of the community through her church life, family life, and career. Cathy proudly and courageously served her country  for 28...

Jul 15, 2022

Maldonado, Mary Ann Age 86, passed away Friday, July 15, 2022. Born and raised in Albuquerque. She met her husband Jose in 1965 and then married and raised her family together. She worked at Digital for over 20 years and was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother. She enjoyed visiting Disneyland, going to the...

Jul 7, 2022

Vigil, Andrea "Andy" Barbara Age 85, passed away Thursday, July 7, 2022. She was born in Bernalillo, NM on July 28, 1936 and raised in Albuquerque, NM. She met the love of her life, Jose Vigil while working at Presbyterian Hospital. They married and raised their family in Albuquerque. Andrea was a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and sister....

Jun 1, 2022

Cordova, Hesiquio Hesiquio Marcos Cordova better known as JR was born on October 22, 1977 and was unexpectedly called to his resting place on June 1, 2022. Along with his girlfriend,  Virginia M. Serna. He was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM with roots in Jemez Pueblo, NM. JR loved hunting, scouting, and being in nature. He was fascinated...

May 17, 2022

Chapman, Mary Senaida Mary Senaida Chapman, age 85, passed into glory, peacefully in her sleep in her family home on Tuesday, May 17, 2022. Senaida was born on October 19, 1936, to her mother, Teresita C. Tafoya and her father, Telesfor Tafoya. She attended St. Vincent's Catholic School. At the age of 20, she married her childhood flame, Paul...

May 10, 2022

Rocha, Albert  Jr. Age 56, beloved husband, father, grandfather, son and brother, passed away Tuesday, May 10, 2022. Albert was born in Los Angeles, CA and moved to San Jose, CA as a child with his parents. Then started his family in Manteca, CA. He was celebrated as a business man of the year in California this led to...

Apr 22, 2022

Herrera, Beatrice Erlinda Beatrice Erlinda Herrera, 84 years young of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on April 22, 2022, surrounded by loved ones in her home of almost 40 years. She was married to Rosinaldo B. Herrera for 52 years, and has joined him along with all of her siblings, mom, dad, mother-in-law, father-in-law, all of whom she missed...

Apr 22, 2022

Saavedra, Tommy James Age 43, passed away Friday, April 22, 2022. Tommy was born and raised in Albuquerque. He loved cars and his family. He was a faithful 49er's fan. Tommy was a very outgoing person with an infectious smile. He spent his free time working on classic cars. He was a loving son, brother, father and uncle. Until...

Apr 17, 2022

Santillanes, Jose Adolfo III Age 57, passed away Sunday, April 17, 2022. He was born and raised in Albuquerque, NM. He attended Albuquerque High and was a scholar and athlete. He played football at UNM. He later joined the US Army. During his service in the military he married Linette Santillanes and they raised their family in Albuquerque. Jose...

Apr 16, 2022

Cardenas, Gumercindo "Gomez" Age 67, passed away Saturday, April 16, 2022. He was born in Zacatecas,  on January 26, 1955. Gomez was born and raised in Zacatecas, Mexico. He later moved to CD. Juarez where he met the love of his life, Antonia and was married to her for 46 years. They moved to Albuquerque, NM in 1979 to...

Apr 14, 2022

Torrez, Mary Jeannette Mary Jeannette Couffer-Torrez was a beloved generous mother, sister and friend. She enjoyed life at Joy Junction and felt most at home living there and working there. She passed away on April 14, 2022. She was preceded in death by her parents, Freddie and Katie Couffer and sister, Kathleen Couffer. Mary is survived by daughter, Angela...