Obituaries

Christina Mercedes Woodbury

November 27, 2022

Christina Mercedes Woodbury, 31, went to be with our Lord on Sunday, November 27, 2022.

She is preceded by her daughter Sasantee Marie Woodbury, grandmother Maria Elena Felix; grandfather Wilbur J. Woodbury, Sr., aunts: Veola Woodbury, Gail Griffith; uncle Gary Woodbury (Rhyna).

She leaves to cherish her memories: parents Steven A. Woodbury and Maria Lydia...

Dean Virgil Lee Warren

November 27, 2022

Dean Virgil Lee Warren passed away on Sunday, November 27, 2022 at 63 years old.

Sotero "Telle" Varela Rivera

November 26, 2022

Sotero "Telle" Varela Rivera, 90, passed away on Saturday, November 26, 2022 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Elena Ortiz Varela; children: Guillermo Varela, Dora I. Varela Ortiz, Lux Madrid, Maria Madrid, Yolanda Varela Ortiz; brothers: Eugenio Varela-Ofelia Jacobo, Jose Angel Delgado- Socorro Orona, Lorenzo Villegas, Victor Villegas; sisters: ...

Robert "Bob" Weiler

November 26, 2022

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Robert Joseph Weiler, MD, on Saturday, November 26, 2022.

Bob is preceded in death by his brother and sister-in-law William Alonzo Weiler and Emma Weiler.

He leaves behind his wife of forty-six years, Pat; sons: Erik Moe of Chicago, Thomas Weiler, MD and his wife...

Roberta F. Hutchinson

November 25, 2022

Roberta F. Hutchinson, 71, passed away on Friday, November 25, 2022 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

She is preceded in death by her husband of 25 years Charles L. Hutchinson, daughters: Janie Hutchinson and Jessica Hutchinson.

Freda is survived by her sons: Charles J. Hutchinson, John Russell Hutchinson, brothers: Joe Jones, Jesse Jones, uncle Harold Jones,...

Julia Lechuga

November 23, 2022

Julia Lechuga, 93, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, November 23, 2022.

She is survived by her sisters: Stella Chavez, Rosalina Garcia; sisters-in-law: Julia Garcia, Lucille Garcia, Betty Garcia; three children: Elida Lechuga (Jim Ellis), Gilbert Lechuga, Alice Denise Lechuga: six grandchildren: Kayleena Rosier (George Rosier), Trevor Ellis, Leroy Trujillo, Luis Lechuga, Marlayna Romero (Dominic Romero),...

Pelayo Fernandez

November 21, 2022

Pelayo Fernandez passed away on Tuesday,  November 21, 2022.  Services will be livestreamed on Monday, April 24, 2023. You do not need an account to access livestream just click on the link below.

Graciela Ramirez

November 19, 2022

Graciela Ramirez, 71, passed away in her home on Saturday, November 19, 2022 surrounded by her loving family.

She is survived by her mother Ramona Ramirez; children: Graciela Patricia Gomez, Martha Yvonne Gomez, Carlos Alberto Gomez, Rosa Elva Gomez, Veronica Baros (Jonathan); 24 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren, also many sisters, brothers, nieces, and nephews.

Graciela...

Mary Ann Romero

November 18, 2022

Mary Ann Romero went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 18, 2022.

She was preceded in death by her husband Joe A. Romero.

Mary Ann is survived by her children: Dickie Romero, Frank Romero (Sonji), June Garcia; grandchildren: Christopher A. Garcia, Crystal L. Garcia (Josh Silva); great-grandchildren: Nikolas Garcia and Maria Isabella Silva....

Marcellino "Mars" Trujillo

November 17, 2022

Marcellino "Mars" Trujillo, 30, passed away in his home surrounded by loving family on Thursday, November 17, 2022 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Some of his favorite pastimes were hanging out with friends and practicing jiu jitsu. Mars loved watching fights like wrestling, UFC, and of course jiu jitsu. Places that meant the most to him were the...

Patricia A. Orozco

November 15, 2022

Patricia A. Orozco, went into the arms of the Lord on Tuesday, November 15, 2022 surrounded by her loving family.

She was preceded in death by her former spouse of 25 years Antonio Felix, their infant daughter Paula; sons: Anthony, James, Ronald and son-in-law Steve.

Pat is survived by her daughters: Dellamarie Salazar, Norvalu Aragon...

Michael J. Salata

November 10, 2022

Beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, cousin, and friend, Michael J. Salata, 87, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 10, 2022 at his home, surrounded by loved ones.

He was preceded in death by his parents Michael and Mary Salata, grandson Michael Salata IV, aunt Veronica Lahita, uncle John Lahita, cousin Cardinal Josef...

Joe Federico "Grumpy" Rivera

November 8, 2022

Joe Federico "Grumpy" Rivera went home to be with our Lord on Tuesday, November 8, 2022

He was predeceased by his wife of 52 years, Louise Rivera.

Joe is survived by his daughters: Eileen (Bobby Martinez), Annette (Dennis Carrillo); grandchildren: Vanessa (Nick Warin), Victoria (Zane Brown), Vincent Martinez, Alyssa (Andrew Simon), Chris Carrillo; stepchildren: Frank...

Gilberto Tarango

November 5, 2022

Gilberto Tarango, 74, passed away on Saturday, November 5, 2022 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Gilberto's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Thursday, November 17, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. at Salazar Mortuary located at 400 Third St SW, 87102. Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Final Viewing will be held on Friday, November 18, 2022...

Norma M. Bartholdi

October 30, 2022

As the sun rose on Sunday, October 30, 2022 Norma M. Bartholdi joined her husband Jack and son Lane at Heaven's gate.

At 97 years young Norma lived independently. She passed away peacefully in her room, in her bed.

Norma enjoyed spending time with her friends, lunching out and her weekly hair do. She was...

Jimmy "Santiago" Chavez

October 30, 2022

Jimmy "Santiago" Chavez, 78, passed away on Sunday, October 30, 2022.

He was preceded in death by his father Cecilio Chavez, mother Gertrudes Garcia, and granddaughter Desiree Chavez.

Jimmy is survived by his wife of 58 years Mary Evelyn Chavez; sons: Joseph Chavez (Michelle), Mitchell Chavez, Keith Sullins; daughters: Carol Gutierrez (Victor Gutierrez), Annette Berry...

Michael D. Collins

October 27, 2022

Michael D. Collins, 65, passed away at home on Thursday, October 27, 2022.

He was preceded in death by his father and mother John and Mary Jo Collins.

He is survived by his partner of 37 years, Joyce Ellis, sister Susan, brother Steve, along with two nephews and two nieces.

Mike, as he...

Evangelina "Nina" Diaz

October 26, 2022

Evangelina "Nina" Diaz, 69, gained her wings on Wednesday, October 26, 2022 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Evangelina was predeceased by Ronaldo Garcia, Armando "Nova" Garcia, and Rosemary Garcia and daughter Daisy Diaz .

She is survived by her son Cornelio Duarte (Cara Baca), brother Robert Garcia, and sister Alice Reza.

Some of her...

Jennie Seager

October 23, 2022

Jennie Seager, 83, passed away on Sunday, October 23, 2022 in Algodones, New Mexico.

Proceeded in death by mom Ruth Gonzales.

Survived by her only son Glen Seager and Brother Benny Gonzales.

Jennie's Life Celebration will begin with a Rosary to be recited on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at Reflections...

Raymond N. "Goloso" Sanchez

October 22, 2022

Raymond N. “Goloso” Sanchez, 89, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, October 22, 2022.

He was preceded in death by his ever-loving wife of 62 years, Mary V. Sanchez.

Raymond is survived by his sons: Daniel Sanchez (Angela), Carl Sanchez, Matthew Sanchez, daughter Melina Sanchez, seven grandchildren, three great grandchildren, and 2 great-great...