Obituaries

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...

Apr 12, 2022

Martinez, Caroline April 12,2022 She was born in Mills NM April 21, 1928. Caroline was an amazing mother, nana, sister, auntie and friend to many. She was a kind, loving, generous, and strong mother who spread her faith throughout her family. She was always willing to help those in need. She loved reading, music, and most importantly spending time...

Mar 24, 2022

Maria del Consuelo Torresdey Garibay January 27, 1933- March 24, 2022

Maria del Consuelo Torresdey Garibay, age 89, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Thursday evening, March 24, 2022. She was born on January 27, 1933, in Parral, Chihuahua, Mexico, and lived there until she married Raul R. Garibay at the...

Mar 5, 2022

Benavidez, Mark Anthony Antone was born and raised in Albuquerque. He married the love of his life Cynthia Benavidez at the age of 19 and they were married for 46 years. They raised their family in Albuquerque. Antone was a faithful man and believer in the word. He was a Men's Home Rehab Director for Victory Outreach for a...

Feb 22, 2022

Perez, Rafaelita Rafaelita Perez was born in Torreon, New Mexico on October 28, 1937 to her parents, Macario and Salome Gabaldon. Rafaelita went to be with the Lord on February 22, 2022. Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. She was preceded in death by her husband, Orlando Perez; brothers, Cecil Gabaldon, Guadalupe Montoya and wife, Martha, sister...

Feb 21, 2022

Garcia, Arsenio Nabor

Age 82, passed away Monday, February 21, 2022. Archie was married to his beloved wife, Margaret for 62 years. He was born in Mogote, CO and relocated to Albuquerque in 1962 and started building his legacy with his wife and children. Archie was an avid fisherman, dancer and mechanic. He always had a hand...

Feb 14, 2022

Martinez, Betty Ruth Age 83, passed away Monday, February 14, 2022. Betty was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM. She raised her family in Albuquerque. She worked for Lovelace hospital for 10 plus years. Betty enjoyed her family and spent her time praying the rosary and watching religious programs. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister...

Feb 10, 2022

Lopez Caballero, Ascencion Age 86, passed away Thursday, February 10, 2022. Ascencion was a beautiful person. She expressed herself honestly and loved with all her heart. She loved the Lord and attended church regularly. Ascencion loved to dance and listen to music. She was the rock of our family. Until we meet again. She was preceded in death by...

Feb 8, 2022

Flores, Petra Age 87, passed away Tuesday, February 8, 2022. Peggy was born in Magdalena, NM and moved to Albuquerque in 1948 and grew up here. She worked in retail for all her life and was well known in the south valley as she served that area. Peggy never had any children of her own, however she cared for...