Obituaries

Jan 1, 2022

Schaeffer, Gerald Lee Gerald Lee Schaeffer, 63, passed away on January 1, 2022, after lengthy health issues. Gerald was preceded in death by his parents: Ramona Bernal Schaeffer and Ronald Earl Schaeffer. He is survived by son Ryan and daughter Nicole, both of Albuquerque, NM; Brother, Ronald Gary Schaeffer and sister-in-law Dr. Ann Vail of Lexington, KY; nephews, Paul...

Dec 30, 2021

Casados, Alfred Leroy Age 68, from Albuquerque, passed away at home peacefully surrounded by family on December 30, 2021. Alfred was born on February 6, 1953 in Santa Fe, New Mexico. He went on to graduate in 1971 from Sierra Vista High School in Baldwin Park, CA. In 1985 Alfred and his family moved to Albuquerque where he raised...

Dec 29, 2021

Roberto Ricardo Gonzales 06/07/1944 - 12/29/2021

Robert (Tata) was born in San Pablo, New Mexico on June 7, 1944, and he went home to the Lord on December 29, 2021, at the age of 77 years old. He passed away in the comfort of his home in Las Vegas, New Mexico.

He is preceded in...

Dec 22, 2021

David R. Gonzales December 7, 1951 - December 22, 2021

David Rael Gonzales, age 70, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Wednesday evening, December 22, 2021. He was born on December 7, 1951, in Albuquerque, NM, and lived there until he graduated from UNM and soon after moved to Los Angeles,...

Dec 13, 2021

Sedillo, Charlie Age 55, passed away Monday, December 13, 2021. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on December 15, 1965. Charlie "Pompo" was born and raised in Albuquerque, married to his beloved wife of 21 years, Mary. They raised their family in Albuquerque. Charlie was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He enjoyed spending all of his time with...

Dec 10, 2021

Johnson, Lillian "Lilly" Gayle Age 79, passed away Friday, December 10, 2021. Born in Bentley, Alberta Canada on July 30, 1942 and spending her life in Canada until finally relocating to Albuquerque New Mexico USA in 2018 to be closer to family in her retirement. Lilly lived for everyone in her life as a very disciplined, fiercely loving, devoted...

Dec 9, 2021

Bachicha, Eric Edward He was born in Albuquerque, NM on August 31, 1989, he passed at the age of 32 on Thursday, December 9, 2021.  Eric was born to David and Dolores Bachicha. He was a loving son, brother and father. Eric loved his son deeply and cherished every moment  with him. Eric loved to read and playing the...

Dec 4, 2021

Lopez, Grace Grace ‘Gallegos’ Lopez passed away peacefully on December 4, 2021, to be with the Lord. She was surrounded by her daughter and granddaughter in the comfort of her daughter’s home. She was born on September 14, 1947, lost her battle with Cancer at the age of 74. Grace was a longtime resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico. She...

Nov 30, 2021

LaFlair, Ermalinda Christine

Passed away Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at age 47. She was born in Albuquerque, NM on April 24, 1974. Erma married the love of her life Paul in 1992, and they were about to celebrate their 30th wedding anniversary in July. Erma and Paul had two daughters, Jacquelyn and Jaimee, that they also raised...

Nov 29, 2021

Lopez Haynes, Guadalupe Martina Lupe Lopez-Haynes passed away at age 77 on November 29, 2021. Lupe was born in Lordsburg, NM on September 18, 1944 to parents, Manuel and Gloria Lopez. She moved to Albuquerque as a child. As an adult Lupe volunteered to help in the homeless community as well as domestic abuse survivors.  She also assisted families...

Nov 26, 2021

Mary Ursela Baca, age 97, peacefully went to be with our Lord and Savior on Friday, November 26th, 2021. Mary was born to Juan and Eufelia (Chavez) Vigil in Torreon, NM on October 21, 1924. Mary was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sibling and friend. She enjoyed traveling, gardening, watching football, cooking, fishing and loved to be...

Nov 25, 2021

Montoya, Maria Ramona Age 81, passed away Thursday, November 25, 2021. She was born on August 31, 1940. She was a very strong, tough human being. She loved to be outdoors doing yard work and enjoying the sun. She loved all her grandchildren and great grandchildren, not to mention her son and daughters, she lived for each and everyone...

Nov 20, 2021

Barton, Kevin Charles Kevin Charles Barton, 58, of Albuquerque died unexpectedly on November 20, 2021 after being involved in a fatal car crash. His loss was completely unexpected and family, friends, as well as the community are shocked and deeply saddened. Kevin was born on March 7, 1963 to Raymond and Kathleen Barton in Albuquerque, NM. Kevin attended Gallup...

Nov 18, 2021

Cardenas, Odelman Age 87, passed away Thursday, November 18, 2021. He was born in Cuba, on April 4, 1934. "El Padrino" Odelman was a loving father, godfather to his godchildren and a loving grandfather. He was a poet, advisor, spiritual guider and devout Babalawo. He started his religion temple in Albuquerque in 2001 and he proudly served his created...

Nov 12, 2021

Beverly, Edward Luis Age 60, passed away Friday, November 12, 2021. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on June 15, 1961. Eddie was a loving father, brother, grandfather and friend. He enjoyed life and making family laugh. Eddie was very out going and kind person. He was very likeable and easy going. He enjoyed engaging in conversation with everyone....

Nov 10, 2021

Ralph Xavier Baca

At age 47, Ralph went home to be with our Heavenly Father on Wednesday November 10th, 2021. Ralph was a follower of Christ and devoted husband for 31 years to his beloved wife, Jeannie Baca. Ralph was a loving and caring father that was full of wisdom and knowledge. Ralph was a proud Grandpa....

Nov 4, 2021

Chavez, Efrien Frank Age 85, passed away Thursday, November 4, 2021. He was born in Wheatland, WY on August 26, 1936. Efrien was a devoted husband of 30 years to his wife, Mercy, a beloved father, stepfather, uncle and brother. Efrien wore many hats for his family and wore them to the fullest ability. He was a very loving,...

Nov 2, 2021

Baca, Kathleen Francesca Age 36, passed away Tuesday, November 2, 2021. She was born in Albuquerque, NM on March 12, 1985. Kat was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, daughter and aunt. She was well liked and loved by all of her family and friends. She got along with everyone and still protected her family. Kat was a very observant,...

Oct 29, 2021

Gentry, Irene Louise Age 73, passed away Friday, October 29, 2021. She was born and raised in Albuquerque then moved to California and raised her family. She then came back to Albuquerque where she met her love and husband, David of 39 years. Irene was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She was preceded in death by her parents,...

Oct 22, 2021

Chavez, Alvita Mae Age 84, passed away Friday, October 22, 2021. She was born in San Antonito, NM on December 15, 1936. Alvita was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed being with family and upstry gatherings. When she could she enjoyed going bowling. She belonged to a league in her younger years called "The Aches and Pains"....