Obituaries

James Edward Lopez

March 7, 2023

Our beloved husband, father, brother, and grandfather, James Edward Lopez went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday March 7, 2023, surrounded by his family at the age of 72.

He is preceded in death by his sisters: Jackie Zamora, Jennie Rivera, Frances Lopez; brothers: Andrew Lopez, Isaac Lopez, and Aristeo Lopez.

He is...

Mila Vicuna De Valdes

March 7, 2023

Mila Vicuna de Valdes, 81, passed away on Saturday, March 4, 2023 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Mila was preceded in death by her parents, Manuel Vicuna Paucar and Celestina Arias Valerio; sister, Gudelia Vicuna; and brother in law, Andrew Alderete.

Mila is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, Juan Antonio Valdes; daughter Dolly...

Harmony Miracle Caballero- Cruz

March 6, 2023

Harmony Mircle Caballero – Cruz passed away on March 6, 2023.

Harmony was born on December 17, 2022 very unexpectedly. She was a miracle baby and everyone loved her very much. She brought joy into everyones life. Harmony Miracle Caballero- Cruz was too perfect for this world.

I want her to know mommy and daddy...

Nellie Salazar

March 6, 2023

Nellie Salazar, 75, passed away on Monday, March 6, 2023. She was preceded in death by her parents Placido G. Chavez and Angelita Montano Chavez.

Nellie is survived by her husband of 51 years Joe A. Salazar, son John Salazar, sisters: Rita Gurule, Mary Alice, also Kitty, Baal, and Brutus.

Pallbearers will be Kenny Romero,...

Gloria Lindsey Allen

March 5, 2023

Gloria Lindsey Allen, 73, passed away on Sunday, March 5, 2023 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Gloria's Life Celebration will begin with a service on Saturday, March 18, 2023 at 3:00 pm at Salazar Mortuary located at 400 Third St. SW 87102. A reception will follow the service in Salazar Mortuary's Life Event Center.

Deborah Zamora

March 5, 2023

Deborah Zamora joined the Lord at the age of 63 on Sunday, March 5, 2023 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

She was born on October 7,1959 to Arthur and Martha Harrison. She was a ’77 graduate of Valley High School and earned her Bachelor of Science and Master's degrees at the University of New Mexico.

She...

Paul Salas

March 1, 2023

Corporal Paul Salas, passed away on Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at the age of 76.

Paul was preceded in death by his parents Eduardo D. and Veronica C. Salas, brother Pete Salas, brother-in-law Leeroy Montoya and son Paul J. Salas.

He was survived by his wife Mary Salas; daughters: Megan Garcia (Jeremy), Lisa Peters (Bob), ...

Louis D. Yannoni, Jr.

March 1, 2023

Louis D. Yannoni, Jr., 87, passed away on Wednesday, March 1, 2023.

Louis' Life Celebration will begin with a viewing on Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at 10:00 am at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church located at 1860 Griegos Rd NW, 87107. Rosary will be recited at 10:30am. Mass will begin at 11:00 am.

Troy G. Gray

February 28, 2023

Troy G. Gray, Ret. Lt. Colonel, USAF passed away peacefully on February 28, 2023 in Albuquerque, NM from complications of Parkinson’s disease.

Troy lived 84 active filled years. Born in Hodge, Louisiana to Cascile and Leon Gray June 8, 1938.  In 1956 Troy graduated from Sherman Texas High School, in 1960 completed his bachelor’s degree from the...

Jacob Aaron Scarlett

February 26, 2023

Jacob Aaron Scarlett, 32, passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2023 surrounded by loved ones.

Jacob, the second oldest of four boys, was born to Michael Sr. and Susan Scarlett on October 21, 1990, in Gorgas Army Community Hospital, Ancon, Republic of Panama. Jacob’s dad Michael Sr. served 23 years of active duty military service, this allows...

Jose "Silverback" Salazar

February 25, 2023

Jose "Silverback" Salazar, 60, passed away on February 25, 2023 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Jose "Silverback" was preceded in death by his mother, Fidencia Sara Martinez; and brother, Wilbert Salazar.

Silverback is survived by his father Jose Lazaro Salazar; sons: Jose Mauricio Salazar (Yuticeli), Bernave Eugenio Salazar (Rayshell); daughters: Aramita Pacheco, Catalina Gallentine; brother Darrel...

Jose Bermudez

February 23, 2023

Jose Bermudez, 78, passed away on Wednesday, February 23, 2023.

Jose's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Friday, February 24, 2023 at 6:00 pm at Salazar Mortuary located at 400 Third St SW, 87102. Rosary will be recited at 7:00 pm. Mass will be held on Saturday, February 25, 2023 at 11:00 am at San...

Josephine Anne Russell

February 22, 2023

Josephine Anne Russell went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 22, 2023, surrounded by her family.

She is preceded in death by her father William Albert Piggott, mother Coral Claire Vera Maude Taylor Piggott, and brother Peter Piggott.

She is survived by her daughter Rosalind Hankins; son Robert Russell; her life partner...

Gladys Sais

February 21, 2023

Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, Gladys Sais was called peacefully to her heavenly home and went into the arms of the Lord peacefully on Tuesday, February 21, 2023.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Sam Sais; infant daughter, Diane Sais; granddaughter, Regina Chavez Wyler; parents, Lorenzo and Clara Torres; and many other loved...

Charles "Chuck" Dorsey

February 18, 2023

Charles "Chuck" Dorsey, 86, passed away peacefully in his home on Saturday, February 18, 2023 with his loving wife Margie by his side.

He was preceded in death by his parents James E. and Hazel Dorsey, daughter Tammy Dorsey and sister Frances Zietz.

Chuck is survived by his wife Margie; son Robert Dorsey; step-daughters: Melanie...

Bill Barney

February 13, 2023

Bill Barney, 57, passed away in Albuquerque, New Mexico on Monday, February 13, 2023.

Bill's life celebration will be on Friday, February 17, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at the The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints located at 601 Susan Ave, Gallup, NM 87301

A full obituary will be posted on a later date....

Marion "Lee" Smith

February 13, 2023

It is with heavy heart that we announce the passing of Marion "Lee" Smith on Monday, February 13, 2023.

Lee is survived by his wife of 56 years, Georgia; children: Douglas (Bonnie), Michael (Charla), Christine (Mike); six grandchildren: Garrett, Dallas, TX, Grant, Lexington, KY, Evan, Meredith, Jordan, David all of Albuquerque; and one great grandson Caz, Dallas,...

Beatrice "Bea" Carroll

February 8, 2023

Beatrice "Bea" Carroll, 81, went to be with Jesus Christ on Wednesday, February 8, 2023.

Bea is preceded in death by her loving husband, Claude "Jack" Carroll; and parents Orlando and Mary Helen Chavez.

Bea is survived by her children: Claude Cleveland Carroll, James Gregory Carroll (Elizabeth), Charles Edward Michael Carroll, Teresa Marie Carroll; siblings:...

Bradley "Bj" Dailey Soza

February 6, 2023

Bradley "BJ" Dailey Soza, 41, passed away on Monday, February 6, 2023.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Nancy Marie Bow Soza, brother, Edward Soza and nephew, Christopher Atencio.

He is survived by his father, Bradley Dailey; son: Alessio Soza; brother Isaac Soza; sisters: Shelia Nunez, Theresa Atencio, Emma Dailey Soza, Mary Soza,...

Juan Santiago

February 5, 2023

Mr. Juan Santiago passed into the loving arms of our Lord Jesus Christ on Sunday, February 5, 2023.

He is preceded in death by Mrs. Nina Santiago, mother of their children; parents Sisto and Maria Santiago; sisters Pauline, Lourdes; son-in-law, Dr. Joe Valles, and loving and most precious daughter Rita Santiago-Greene.

Juan's surviving children are...