Obituaries

May 26, 2018

Rita Nieto On Saturday, May 26, 2018 Rita L. Nieto went to be with the Lord. She was born in Los Angeles, California, on September 14, 1942 to Emmanuel Estrada and Cathalina Sanchez. Her time of departure was at hand. She fought a good fight, she finished her course, and kept her faith to the end. (2 Timothy 4:6-7)...

May 21, 2018

Gomez, Sinfer

Age 69, passed away in Colorado Springs, CO on Monday, May 21, 2018. She was born in Canjilon, NM on January 4, 1949.

Sinfer is survived by husband, Ramon Gomez; children, Ramona Paiz and husband, Phillip Jr.; mother, Gabina Madrid; siblings, Genevieve Montano, Sergio Rivera and Reyes Manzanares; four grandchildren, Zach, Lisa, Malachi...

May 19, 2018

Gallegos, Gretchen A.

In loving memory of Gretchen Anne Gallegos, February 25, 1976 to May 19, 2018. She is survived by, husband, Gene L. Gallegos; son, Aaron N. Baca; grandmother, Mabel Baca; mother, Terry Ewell; brother, Rick Lopez and wife, Lora; cousins, Mabel Gonzales and husband, Mike, Ricki Baca and husband, John; nieces, Jasmin, Kailey and Aubree;...

May 16, 2018

Howard, Roy

After a short battle with cancer, Roy left this earth on May 16, 2018. Blessed with 81 years, he used them to enrich the lives of his family, friends and neighbors. Roy could always be counted on for solid advice, a helping hand and a good joke. He loved playing music, spending time at the...

May 6, 2018

Garcia, Arturo G.

Age 83, born November 28, 1934, and passed away Sunday, May 6, 2018.

Arturo was a very loving and hard-working man who learned at a very early age to be self-sufficient. He loved hunting, being outdoors, telling the stories of his life and sharing bits and pieces of his struggles and achievements....

May 4, 2018

Mora, Mike

Age 87, passed away Friday, May 4, 2018. He was born in Chilili, NM on February 7, 1931, to Fermin and Casiana Mora.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Carmen Gonzales and son Toby Mora.

Mike is survived by his children, Cathy Garcia and husband, George,...

Apr 28, 2018

Garcia, John

John Chris Garcia, age 56, of Albuquerque, NM passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 28th, in Scottsdale, Arizona due to complications from a kidney transplant.

He is survived by his loving wife and best friend of 27 yrs. Frances Garcia; his mother Bertha; daughters Ashley, Angelina (Keith); son Adrian Ulibarri (Raquel); father John...

Apr 28, 2018

Fileto-Conteras, Demetrio

Age 81, passed away Saturday, April 28, 2018. He was born in Durango, Mexico on January 2, 1937, to Bartolo Fileto and Maria de Jesus Conteras.

Demetrio is survived by wife, Annie Rascon; sisters, Esther Fileto and Chapina Melero.

Visitation will be held Friday, May 4, 2018, 6:00 pm - 7:00...

Apr 27, 2018

Montano, Flora A

Age 70, passed away Friday, April 27, 2018. She was born June 9, 1947. She was a manager at Lotaburger and a caretaker for her brother Donald for 12 years.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 41 years, Alex Montano Sr.; parents, Natividad and Simonita Varela; brothers, Simon and...

Apr 26, 2018

Preciado Delgado, Maria Alicia

Age 58, passed away Thursday, April 26, 2018. She was born in San Angel, Durango Mexico on November 6, 1959, to Acencion Preciado and Maria Aurora Palacios. Maria enjoyed gardening, cooking, coloring, novelas and teasing her grandchildren. She was a member of San Martin de Porres church.

She was preceded in...

Apr 21, 2018

Carriaga, Gisele L

Age 18, passed away Saturday, April 21, 2018. She was born in Albuquerque, NM on September 7, 1999, to Robert Carriaga and Bevonnie Garuti.

Gisele enjoyed writing, poetry,politics, beauty, management and leadership. She attended Corrales Seventh Day Adventist Church, and was involved in Ignite family church youth group.

She was...

Apr 20, 2018

Eusebio S Paiz

Age 95, passed away on Friday, April 20, 2018. He was born on July 29, 1922.

He is preceded in death by his parents and son, George Paiz.

Eusebio is survived by his wife, Lena Paiz; daughters, Frances Paiz, Juanita Padilla and husband, Jimmy; son, Phillip Paiz and friend, Rosa...

Apr 15, 2018

Martinez, Joe Floyd

Age 81, passed away Sunday, April 15, 2018.

Joe is survived by wife of 62 years, Corrine Martinez; five daughters and son in laws; 16 grandchildren; 33 great grandchildren; two great great grandchildren; one brother, one sister and several nieces and nephews.

A Rosary will be recited at 9:30 am...

Apr 13, 2018

Montoya, Sofia

Born January 5, 1965 age 53, with her family by her side went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, April 13, 2018 after a long fight with metastatic breast cancer. Sofia was born to Jose Geronimo Urbina and Flora Urbina (Campos) in Juigalpa, Nicaragua, as a teenager she and her family immigrated...

Mar 31, 2018

Mares Talamantes, Efren

Age 87, passed away Saturday, March 31, 2018. He was born on January 15, 1931. Efren loved the lottery, ice cream, popsicles, Pepsi and all foods.

Efren is survived by his wife, Maria Chavez Mares; children, Fransisca Mares, Antonio Mares, Carlota Mares, Eva Mares, Juan Mares, Estela Mares; 41 grandchildren and 60...

Mar 25, 2018

Gallegos, Martin J "Tin"

Age 68, passed away Sunday, March 25, 2018. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on February 16, 1950. Martin was an avid Broncos fan, he loved fishing and spending time with his family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Medardo Gallegos Sr. and Pauline Gallegos; brothers, Medardo...

Mar 24, 2018

Aragon, Victor Lawrence

age 42, of Peralta, New Mexico went to be with our Lord on Saturday, March 24, 2018 at his home. He was born November 15, 1975 with his twin sister in Albuquerque to Samuel and Lucille Aragon. Victor was well known and loved by many. His voice and love of music touched the hearts...

Mar 21, 2018

Duran, Mary Alice

Age 83, passed away Wednesday, March 21, 2018. She was born in El Pueblo, NM on April 30, 1934. Mary was a devoted parishioner of Our Lady of Fatima for 34 years. A loving and caring daughter, sister, mother, aunt and above all caregiver. She took care of many children throughout the 25 years...

Mar 19, 2018

Silva, Rachel L

On March 19, 2018 our beloved Rachel Silva passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones.

Rachel was born in Torreon, NM to Antonio and Dolores (Lola) Lujan, she was the eldest of 11 brothers and sisters. Rachel treasured her childhood memories of growing up on the ranch and carried the values...

Mar 18, 2018

Montoya, Antonio (Tony)

Age 84, passed away at home on Sunday, March 18, 2018. He was born in Chillie, NM on June 13, 1933, to Ignacio and Delfinia Montoya.

Antonio is survived by wife of 60 years, Vera Montoya; three daughters, Yvette Montoya, Lovella Chavez and husband, Eddie, Roxanne Montoya; six grandsons; two granddaughters; three...