Obituaries

Dec 17, 2018

Martinez, Diana G.

Diana "Nicha" Martinez, 88, died peacefully on December 17, 2018 with her family at her side. She was born on April 21, 1930 in Cedro, NM, she was married to Onesimo Martinez. They were blessed with two sons and five daughters who gave them many grandchildren.

Diana is preceded in death by...

Dec 8, 2018

Marquez, Silviano T

Age 74, passed away Saturday, December 8, 2018. He was born in Santa Fe, NM on May 4, 1944, to Pasqual and Frances Marquez.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Pasqual and Frances Marquez; two brothers, Pasqual Jr., Jesus and one half brother, Paul Marquez.

Silviano is survived...

Dec 5, 2018

Arellano, Rose

Age 85, passed away Wednesday, December 5, 2018. Rose was a very loving mother she enjoyed spending time with her entire family and welcoming new family members. She loved life and was the glue to our family. She always encouraged her family to hold their heads high and to persevere. She loved her friends and...

Dec 4, 2018

Trujillo, Richard

On December 4, 2018, Richard Trujillo, beloved brother, uncle, and friend - peacefully went to be with the Lord.

Richard was born in Placitas, NM to David B. Trujillo and Richardita Aragon-Trujillo. At eight years of age, Richard and his family moved to the North Valley of Albuquerque. Richard grew up and lived...

Dec 1, 2018

Ornelas, Ruby

Age 93, passed away Saturday, December 1, 2018. Ruby enjoyed crocheting and patch quilting. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rutilo Ornelas; parents, Joe and Pauline Duran.

Ruby is survived by her children, Elaine Johnson, Alice Pineda, Santiago Juan Pineda and wife, Lydia, Ramona Aragon, Ursula Romero, Irene Maestas and husband,...

Nov 27, 2018

Gonzales, Jose Herman

Age 74, passed away Tuesday, November 27, 2018. Jose loved to travel, especially to Vegas. He loved watching football and he loved dancing. He was such a fun loving man, he will be greatly missed. Until we meet again.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Leandro and Demesia Gonzales; grandson,...

Nov 13, 2018

Garcia, Andy

Age 84, passed away Tuesday, November 13, 2018. He was born in Glorieta, NM on November 6, 1934.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Anselmo and Rosauda Garcia.

Andy is survived by his children, Johnny A. Garcia and wife, Jean, Anna Marie Diaz and husband, Michael, Andy F. Garcia...

Nov 13, 2018

Romo, Georgina Suzette

Age 57, passed away Tuesday, November 13, 2018. She was born in Embudo, NM on June 25, 1961 to Rosa Romo. She enjoyed traveling, local events, the Day of the Dead Parade, wine festivals, concerts and spending time with family and friends. She was a member of Risen Savior, and Saint Bernadette's Church.

Nov 8, 2018

Vigil, Elias A.

Age 42, passed away Thursday, November 8, 2018. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on February 22, 1976, to Albert Sanchez and Carmen Vigil Gentile. Elias was an avid Raiders fan and he loved fishing.

He was preceded in death by his father, Albert Sanchez; grandfather, Venancio Vigil; grandmother, Maria Vigil.

Nov 4, 2018

Vargas, John

Age 89, passed away Sunday, November 4, 2018.

John enjoyed fishing, camping, dancing and having a beer, and enjoyed spending with family. He volunteered at the Barelas Senior center doing taxes and selling dance tickets.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Mary Ellen Munoz and granddaughter, Sonia M. Cordova....

Oct 31, 2018

Carabajal, Manuel

Manuel Carabajal passed away peacefully on October 31, 2018. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Rebecca Carabajal. Manuel was born to David and Beatrice (Castillo) Carabajal on February 23, 1938 and lived in the Barelas neighborhood in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He also proudly served his country in the United States Army. Manuel...

Oct 30, 2018

Juan Espinosa, loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle, went to be with our Lord on October 30, 2018. He was born Febuary 5, 1950 in Albuquerque, NM to Cisto Espinosa and Mary Whiting.

He was preceded in death by his father, Celestino Espinosa; mother, Mary Espinosa; and brother David Whiting.

He is survived by...

Oct 29, 2018

Garcia, Andres J.

Age 41, passed away Monday, October 29, 2018. Andres' wife and kids were the love of his life. He took time to teach them to fish, hunt, cook, play and work. He would take them to special outings, riding on the tractor and 4- wheeler's and dancing at his DJ parties.

Andres...

Oct 20, 2018

Romero, Cecilia Maria

Age 87, passed away Saturday, October 20, 2018. She was born in Veguita, NM on September 18, 1931.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Gilbert Romero; son, Augustine Romero; grandchildren, Adolph John Torres and Sylvester Stanley II.

Cecilia is survived by her children, Katherine Torres and husband, Robert,...

Oct 19, 2018

Herrera, Viola

Viola was born on March 19, 1939 and passed away on October 19, 2018. She worked for APS for many years.

She is survived by her children, Rose Martinez, Steven Herrera and wife, Georgia, Donna Herrera, Debra Chavez, David Herrera and wife, Julia, Leonard Herrera and wife, Minnie; 17 grandchildren and 29 great...

Oct 18, 2018

King, Irene

Age 78, beloved and devoted mother and grandmother passed away Thursday, October 18, 2018 while surrounded by her loving family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Luciano and Lugardita Lucero; her husband, Benny C. King.

Irene is survived by her children, Daniel King and girlfriend, Monica Nieto, Denise King-Barth...

Oct 17, 2018

Delores Irene Hanson was born June 18, 1938 in Red Oak Iowa. Dee, as she was more affectionately called went home to be with her Lord and Savior October 17, 2018 at the age of 80 years.

Delores grew up on the farm in Red Oak, Iowa. She was the youngest of 10 children. She is survived...

Oct 9, 2018

Rael, Flora

Age 96, passed away Tuesday, October 9, 2018. Flora enjoyed dancing, she had a green thumb, her favorite food was green chili and beans. She loved her grandchildren so very much, she loved visiting with her family because family was so important to her.

She was preceded in death by her husbands, Macedonio...

Oct 8, 2018

Romero, Frank Jr.

‘Champ’

Frank Romero, Jr. was born on April 29th, 1931, in Detroit, Michigan.  At the age of two, he moved to Albuquerque, where he was adopted by his aunt Estefanita and uncle Frank Romero, Sr.  They raised him in the Barelas neighborhood of Albuquerque. He enlisted in the Army Air Corps (Air...

Oct 2, 2018

In loving memory of my daughter Daisy Cangas Delgado. I will always remember her sweet and friendly smile and her tender heart. Daisy was always willing to lend a helping hand to whomever was in need, she was humble caring and had a heart of gold. Her determination to succeed in life to the best of her ability was...