Obituaries

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...

Feb 7, 2022

West, David Stephon II Dave Stephon West II, died on February 7, 2022 in his home in Albuquerque. Dave was born in Chickasha, Oklahoma to Dave S. West and Zelia G. West on November 20, 1952. Dave is survived by his daughter, Nicole Hicks, son in law, Shawn Hicks and grandson Nicolas Hicks. Two sons, David S West and...

Feb 5, 2022

Martinez, Laura Age 51, passed away Saturday, February 5, 2022. Laura was born and raised in Albuquerque where she raised her family. She was a loving mother, grandmother an sister. She was loving, sweet kind and beautiful. Everyone she met loved her and she would always make people laugh. Laura especially loved being a Nana, her grandson's were the...

Feb 3, 2022

Garcia, Carlos Carlos passed away peacefully at home with his family around him. Carlos was born in Belize then moved to the US. He enlisted in the US Marines and served for six years(we would love to thank him for his service), then became a police officer in 1984 then got promoted to fugitive detective. Carlos had many hobbies including...

Feb 2, 2022

Guerrero Escobedo, Anibal Yahir Age 18, passed away Wednesday, February 2, 2022.  Anibel was a very happy person. He enjoyed laughing, playing around and loving his family. He enjoyed being around children. Anibel attended Rio Grande High School where he was a senior. He played varsity football. He loved his truck and took very good care of it, he...

Jan 29, 2022

Dominguez, Olga Esther Age 86, passed away Saturday, January 29, 2022. She was born on November 13, 1935. Olga was from a small pueblo in Mexico called Cocomorachi and then moved to Matachic after marriage then to Chihuahua then to Albuquerque to raise her family. She lived her final years here with her family. Olga was a beloved mother,...

Jan 28, 2022

Castillo, Alex Michael Age 60, passed away Friday, January 28, 2022. He was born in Belen, NM on January 6, 1962. Alex was born in Belen to Elias and Esther. He moved to Albuquerque at a young age, then moved to Massachusetts and graduated from Brighten High School. He had his two children then and joined the U. S....

Jan 26, 2022

Torres, Rosina "Rose" Guadalupe

Rose was welcomed into the arms of the Lord and our Savior Jesus Christ on January 26, 2022 at the age of 88. Rose was a devout Catholic and was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church, where she loved to attend Mass. Rose enjoyed life to the fullest and was loved by...

Jan 25, 2022

Kozlowski, Mary Frances Age 92, passed away Tuesday, January 25, 2022. Mary was born and raised in Albuquerque, NM, she also raised her family in Albuquerque. She graduated from Albuquerque High School, class of 1943. She then married and raised her family. She worked at Quest for over 33 years. She also worked  for the City of Albuquerque. Mary...

Jan 23, 2022

Butler, Jean Ellen Age 75, passed away Sunday, January 23, 2022. Jean was born in England and moved to New Mexico in the 80's. She was a bus driver for the city of Albuquerque then joined APS. She was a beloved wife, grandmother and great grandmother. She was a very courageous, strong woman. Until we meet again. She was...

Jan 22, 2022

Lucero, Christina Anna passed away Saturday, January 22, 2022, at the ago of 70. She was born and raised in Albuquerque, NM on June 4, 1951. She was a beloved daughter, sister, and aunt who cherished spending time with her family. She loved getting dolled up, wearing turquoise jewelry, for church fiestas, state fair and any special occasion that...

Jan 19, 2022

Martinez Fernandez, Jesus Age 74, passed away Wednesday, January 19, 2022. Jesus was born and raised in Mexico her moved to the U. S. in 1980. He was a very happy person. He enjoyed music and dancing. Jesus  was a beloved son, brother and uncle. He will be greatly missed. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jesus...