Obituaries

Genice "Jenny" Padilla

Genice "Jenny" Padilla

June 4, 2026

Another angel has gained her wings, on Thursday, June 4, 2026, Genice "Jenny" Padilla was called to heaven to be with her missed loved ones.

At the gates of heaven she was greeted and welcomed by her husband Cassy, son Sal, mother, father, brothers, as well as other family members and friends.

Jenny is survived and will continue to live through her...

Victor P. Garcia

Victor P. Garcia

June 4, 2026

Victor P. Garcia, age 50, passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2026.

He is preceded in death by his grandparents Albert and Leonor (Garcia) Anaya, Phillip and Stella Beltran, cousins Julee Moya Gries, AJ Moya, uncle Arthur Moya, as well as his childhood best friend John P. Jones.

Victor is survived by his parents Victor and Phyllis (Beltran) Garcia; sister Michelle Garcia;...

Geraldine McGuinness

Geraldine McGuinness

June 2, 2026

Geraldine McGuinness has gone home to our Lord, passing away peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. 

She was preceded in death by her husband Wilbur McGuinness; sons: Martin McGuinness, Rudy McGuinness, parents Porfirio M. and Corine R. Sandoval, and brother Daniel Sandoval. 

Geraldine is survived by her son Jessie and wife Darla McGuinness, daughter-in-law Antoinette McGuinness, stepdaughter Terry...

Gabriel Roman Archuleta

Gabriel Roman Archuleta

June 1, 2026

Gabriel Roman Archuleta, 23, passed away on Monday, June 1, 2026, in his hometown of Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Gabriel was preceded in death by his beloved father Roman Antonio Archuleta, grandmother Millie Archuleta, and grandfather Rick Aragon, Sr.

Gabriel is survived by his mother Christine Archuleta, sister Sabrina Aragon, brother-in-law Brandon Aragon, grandfather Tony Archuleta, grandmother Dolores Aragon, stepfather Marcos Ortiz, aunt...

Nelcy Baca Pacheco

Nelcy Baca Pacheco

June 1, 2026

Con un profundo dolor les compartimos la noticia del repentino fallecimiento de Nelcy Baca Pacheco el Lunes 1 de Junio de 2026. A Nelcy le sobreviven su padre Ramón Baca Quintana y su madre Carlota Baca Pacheco. Hermanos: Bernardo Baca Octavio Baca, Ubaldo Baca, Jesus Antonio Baca. Hermanas: Maria Isela (Mary), Maria Dolores (Lolin), Ana Maria

Ella deja atrás a sus...

Maria del Carmen Gutierrez Flores

Maria del Carmen Gutierrez Flores

May 31, 2026

Maria del Carmen Gutierrez Flores passed away on Sunday, May 31, 2026.

María's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at 6:00pm at Reflections Chapel, located at 2400 Washington St. NE, 87110. Rosary will be recited at 7:30pm. Final Viewing will be held on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at Reflections Chapel. Mass will...

Antonia L. Ortiz

Antonia L. Ortiz

May 27, 2026

Antonia L. Ortiz went to be with the Lord on May 27, 2026.

She was preceded in death by her husband Dionicio Ortiz, daughter Rosemary Gergen and son-in-law Neil Gergen.

Antonia is survived by her son Edward (Yvonne); daughters: Norma Ortiz, Bernadette Ortiz (Carla); grandchildren: Christopher Gergen (Rae-Ann), Brandi Daniel (Kevin); great-grandchildren: Kelsey Stryker (Nathaniel), Jacob Gergen, Reese Daniel, Jett Daniel, and...

Martha Rodriguez

Martha Rodriguez

May 26, 2026

Martha Rodriguez passed away on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

Martha's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 9:00am at Salazar Mortuary located at 400Third St. SW, 87102. Rosary will be recited at 10:00am. Service will begin at 10:30am. Martha will be laid to rest at Mount Calvary Cemetery located at 1900 Edith Blvd NE, 87102.

Jose Angel Dominguez

Jose Angel Dominguez

May 24, 2026

It is with a heavy heart that we share the news that Jose Angel Dominguez went to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 24, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Jose was preceded in death by his wife Erika Santana; grandparents: Jose and Manuela Flores, Susana "Chana" Hernandez and Benigno Dominguez.

He is survived by his children: Alexis Dominguez (Naomi), Ryana Dominguez,...

Mark A. Estrada

Mark A. Estrada

May 20, 2026

Mark A. Estrada passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.

He is survived by his two children: Celeste Estrada, Cliff Estrada, grandson Sammy; two sisters: Yvonne Estrada, Yvette Estrada; niece and nephews: Renee Estrada, Pablo Estrada, Robert Estrada IV, great-niece Sophia Estrada; and great-nephews: Santiago Estrada, and Robert Estrada V.

Mark was a journeyman carpenter. A member of Southwest Carpenters Union in...

Lonnie G. Márquez

Lonnie G. Márquez

May 20, 2026

Lonnie Gene Márquez, a man of deep integrity, quiet strength, and boundless generosity, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at the age of 78, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.

Lonnie was preceded in death by his parents Abe and Lupe Marquez, sister Anthonette Marquez-Alejandrez, nephew Dominico Marquez, and Ramon Valdez who was a cousin by blood but a sixth...

John Leroy Saiz

John Leroy Saiz

May 18, 2026

John Leroy Saiz, 82, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, entered into eternal rest on Monday, May 18, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family and embraced by God's grace, John passed peacefully from this life into the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

He was preceded in death by his beloved son Dino Saiz, beloved grandson Phillip Saiz, and...

Ryder Lee West

Ryder Lee West

May 15, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the sudden passing of Ryder Lee West on Friday, May 15, 2026, at his home in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Ryder is survived by his mother Kim Prescott-Engelhardt; step-father Michael Engelhardt; brothers: Marcus Engelhardt, Anthony Engelhardt; maternal grandmother Beverly Prescott; paternal grandparents: Herman and Anita West; father Stacey West; siblings: Joanna...

Edward Enoch Vigil

Edward Enoch Vigil

May 10, 2026

Edward Enoch Vigil passed away on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at 87 years old.

Edward's Life Celebration will begin with a Service on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 11:00am at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church located at 5415 Fortuna Road NW, 87105. Edward will be laid to rest following the Service at Mount Calvary Cemetery located at...

Elizabeth Rose Lucero

Elizabeth Rose Lucero

May 9, 2026

With hearts full of gratitude and sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Elizabeth Rose Lucero, age 83, a woman of great strength, independence, and tenacity. Liz transitioned out of this life on Saturday, May 9, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, surrounded by her loving family.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son...

Daniel Sandoval

Daniel Sandoval

May 9, 2026

Daniel Sandoval passed away suddenly at his home on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the age of 54.

Daniel was preceded in death by his loving mother Irene Sedillo; father Joseph Sandoval; brothers: Marvin, Eric, Joe, Michael, Steven; sisters Cora and Cheryl.

He leaves behind his wife Janet Sandoval; father-in-law Jacob Leyba and Rosina; mother- in-law, Elizabeth Carson and Gary; five children:...

Dorothe Anna LeFebre

Dorothe Anna LeFebre

May 9, 2026

Dorothe Ann LeFebre, known and loved by all as Anna, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 9, 2026, surrounded by love. She was 73 years old.

She was preceded in death by her parents Pete and Dorothe Santistevan, infant sister Patricia Santistevan, brothers Pete Santistevan, Paul Santistevan, Mike Santistevan, Mark Santistevan, and Myron Santistevan.

She is survived by her husband of 42...

Pat Lowe

Pat Lowe

May 7, 2026

Patrick Worthington Lowe finished his race on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at home with his wife, Diane.

Patrick leaves behind his wife of 53 years, Diane Lowe; sister in-law Priscilla Neeley; sons: Ian Lowe, Ryan Lowe; their wives: Kerri, Christina; beloved grandchildren: Jaden, AJ, William, Catey, and Jon, to whom he was known as “Dad-dad.” He also leaves behind many close...

Albert Lucero

Albert Lucero

May 6, 2026

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Albert Lucero on Wednesday, May 06, 2026. Albert was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Albert was preceded in death by his beloved dad Reynaldo Lucero.

He is survived by his loving mother Lucy Lucero; sisters: Sophia Lucero and Jay Wagner, Christine Aguilar and Eugene Aguilar; nieces and nephews:...

Arnie Mancha

Arnie Mancha

May 3, 2026

Arnie Mancha passed away after a long and courageous battle with cancer on Sunday, May 3, 2026. 

He is survived by his loving wife Patricia "Patty" Mancha, daughters: Angelina Gallegos (Matt), Ariel Mancha (Cynthia), grandchildren: Amaya Mancha, Leo Loya-Mancha, Ava Loya-Mancha, siblings: Isidro Mancha, Aurora Bachicha, Yolanda Mancha, as well as numerous nephews and nieces.

Arnie's Life Celebration will begin with a...