Mollie Tafoya
Dec 31, 2015
Tafoya, Mollie MALIA Maria Natividad Amalia Tafoya Married to Arturo Tafoya on January 14, 1950 Final day of rest, at her home in Albuquerque NM, Thursday Dec 31, 2015 Malia was born December 3, 1931, in San Jose, New Mexico. Her family history can be traced to the original Spaniard’s. Her parents were Roman and Clara Ortiz, her siblings included...
Jaime Trujillo
Dec 23, 2015
Trujillo, Jaime Age 40, passed away Wednesday, December 23, 2015. He was born in Belen, NM on May 24, 1975. He enjoyed restoring classic cars, the punk rock scene and classic Chevrolet automobiles. Jamie is survived by brother, Ramon Trujillo and wife, Charlene; nephew Diego Trujillo and his dog Churcha. A Rosary will be recited on Tuesday, December 29, 2015...
Jose Olguin
Dec 21, 2015
Olguin, Jose M. Age 71, passed away Monday, December 21, 2015. He is survived by his wife JoAnn Olguin; his daughters Bernadette Olguin, Brenda Garcia and husband, Daniel Garcia; five grandchildren, Danielle Garcia, Sierra Garcia, Sebastian Garcia, Celeste Garcia, and Devin Chacon. The family is proud of Mr. Olguin's military service in Vietnam as well as his apparent love for...
Nicolas Balderrama
Dec 11, 2015
Balderrama B. , Nicolas Age 75, passed away Friday, December 11, 2015. A Rosary will be recited at Garcia Mortuary Chapel of Angels on the corner of 8th and Iron at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 16, 2015. A Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, December 17, 2015, 10:00 am, at St. Therese of the Infant Jesus, 300 Mildred Ave...
Mary Gallegos
Nov 30, 2015
Gallegos, Mary Helen Age 71, passed away Monday, November 30, 2015. She was born in Albuquerque, NM on September 14, 1944, to William and Minnie Armijo. Mary Helen had many family and friends that supported her and the family. She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers, Johnny and Billy Armijo. Mary is survived by her husband of 50...
Sergio and Robert Mendez
Nov 29, 2015
Mendez, Sergio and Roberto Ages 23 and 27, passed away Sunday, November 29, 2015. Visitation will be held Friday, December 4, 2015, at 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. at the Garcia Chapel on the corner of 8th and Stover. Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, December 5, 2015, at 8:00 a.m., at San Martin de Porres, 8321 Camino San Martin...
Joseph Bargas
Nov 27, 2015
Bargas, Joseph G. "Chicago Joe" Age 61, passed away Friday, November 27, 2015. He was born in Chicago, IL on May 19, 1954, to Joseph Bargas and Mary Rodriguez. Joseph enjoyed fishing with his grandson and was active in helping conduct services for the prison ministry. He is preceded in death by his parents, daughter, Alicia Bargas and grandson, Jacob...
Sylvia Serna
Nov 24, 2015
Serna, Sylvia Age 80, passed away Tuesday, November 24, 2015. She was born on November 14, 1935, to Oliveros and Clara Martinez. She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert Serna and many loved ones. Sylvia is survived by her three children, Christina Mirabal and husband, Jake, Louie Serna and wife, Yolanda, Yolanda Garcia and husband, Rick and her...
Helen Wise
Nov 17, 2015
Wise, Helen M. Age 96, passed away Tuesday, November 17, 2015. She was born in Albuquerque, NM on May 27, 1919, to Antonio and Gabriella Martinez. Helen was a veteran and she was a member of the Women's Army Corps Veterans Association. Helen loved dancing. Helen is survived by her two sons, Richard and John Wise; four grandchildren; seven great...
Larry Benavidez
Nov 3, 2015
Benavidez, Larry Age 60, went to be with the Lord on November 3, 2015. He was born on May 28, 1955. Larry is survived by his loving wife, Yolanda; two sisters, Veranda and Rudence; children, and grandchildren, Sabrina, Jossilyn, Melinda, James, Noah and baby Larry on the way. He is preceded in death by his parents, Bonifacio and Lucille; two...
Annie Silva
Oct 29, 2015
Silva, Annie Annie Silva (née Anita Garcia) was born May 27, 1926 in Los Padillas, NM to Silvestre Garcia and Ignacita (Sanchez). Annie passed from this life on October 29th, 2015 with her loving family and friends at her side. Annie worked as a Harvey Girl at the famous Alvarado Hotel. She lived in Barelas all of her adult life...
Rosendo Contreras
Oct 24, 2015
Contreras, Rosendo J. Age 44, passed away suddenly on Saturday, October 24, 2015. Rosendo is survived by mother, Jeanette Conteras; grandparents, Feliciano Chavez, Reginita Chavez; uncles, Leo, Lawrence, Herman, Joe, Delphiene, Daniel, Ray; aunts, Liz, Elizabeth, Rita, Martha, Mary and several cousins. He is preceded in death by his father, Henry A. Contreras. A Funeral Service will be held on...
Jimmie Ginn
Oct 16, 2015
Ginn, Jimmie Ray Age 75, passed away peacefully Friday, October 16, 2015. He was born in Harlan, KY on June 5, 1940, to Esmond and Claudia Ginn. Jimmie grew up in Birmingham Alabama, was in the US Navy during Vietnam era where he rode USS Talladega and both diesel and nuclear submarines. Jimmie belonged to the American Legion post 49,...
Charlene Taylor
Oct 16, 2015
Taylor, Charlene Wilton Age 77, passed away Friday, October 16, 2015. She was born in Taos, NM on February 8, 1938, to Charles and Edna Wilton. She loved Art, history and traveling. She was a part of the protestant women of the chapel. Charlene is survived by her three children, Debbie Taylor, Kathryn Kaiser, Richard Taylor and wife, Elise; nine...
Fidencio Duran
Oct 15, 2015
Duran, Fidencio Age 88, passed away Thursday, October 15, 2015 surrounded by his loving family. He was a wonderful son, husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend. He welcomed everyone with a big warm smile, and a loving embrace. He was always so happy when people came to visit. Fidencio was born in Villanueva, New Mexico on June 19, 1927 to...
Kathleen Benavidez
Oct 8, 2015
Benavidez, Kathleen (Kathy) Age 75, passed away early Thursday morning, October 8, 2015. She was born in Chicago, IL and moved to New Mexico in 1945. Kathy was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and sister. Kathy is survived by her loving husband of 53 years, Tom R. Benavidez; sons, Tomas R. Benavidez and wife, Melissa, Michael R. Benavidez and son/grandson...
Nettie Martinez
Oct 8, 2015
Martinez, Nettie Age 87, passed away Thursday, October 8, 2015. She was born in Albuquerque, NM on May 13, 1928, to Julian and Modesta Vargas. Nettie was a member of San Felipe Catholic Church and also the Blue Army. Nettie is survived by her children, Barbara Martinez and husband, Leonard, Josie Nicasio and husband Candido, Tony Abeyta and wife, Elsa,...
Connie Hernandez
Oct 5, 2015
Hernandez, Connie Beloved wife, mother, grandmother and sister passed away on October 5, 2015. She was born in Albuquerque, NM on April 5, 1931. She was the life of the party and loved to dance, but most of all loved her family. Connie is survived by husband of 69 years, Margarito Hernandez; sons, Mike Hernandez and wife, Trinie, Daniel Hernandez,...
Juanita Gonzales
Oct 3, 2015
Gonzales, Juanita B. Age 81, passed away Saturday, October 3, 2015. She was born in Belen, NM on June 18, 1934, to Fermina and Demetrio Baldonado. Juanita loved dancing, shopping and crocheting. Juanita is survived by her children, Eloy Gonzales and wife, Yolanda, Carol Gonzales and husband, Esmael Salas, Nora Castillo and husband, Joaquin, Margie Rivera and husband, Martin, Linda Gonzales;...
Ralph Tafoya
Sep 23, 2015
Tafoya, Ralph Age 95, went home to be with the Lord, September 23, 2015. Born May 1, 1920 in Engel, NM. He lived in Los Angeles, California for 74 years. He was a member of St. Kevin Church in Los Angeles, CA and San Ignacio in Albuquerque, NM. He served in World War II and the Civilian Conservation Corps. Ralph...
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