Obituaries

John Tony Garcia

July 16, 2022

John Tony Garcia, 92, passed away on Saturday, July 16, 2022.

He was preceded in death by his father Tony "Babe" Garcia, Jr., mother Nella B. Garcia, brother Ralph Garcia and sister Margarette Sheldon.

John is survived by his wife of 35 years Lorella Garcia; sons: Anthony Garcia (Susan), Robert Garcia; daughters: Tina Orozco (Domonic),...

Maria J. Vargas

July 14, 2022

Maria J. Vargas went to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 14, 2022, 16 days shy of her 99th birthday.

Maria's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Thursday, July 21, 2022 at 5:00pm at Salazar Mortuary located at 400 Third St SW, 87102. Rosary will be recited at 6:00pm. Final Viewing will take place...

Margarita "Magy" Meza

July 10, 2022

Margarita "Magy" Meza, 61, went to be with our Lord on Sunday, July 10, 2022.

She was preceded in death by her father Germanico Meza.

Margarita is survived by her husband of 43 years Luis Escalante Jaramillo; son Henry Escalante (Elaina Escalante-Dinallo); daughter Yadira Escalante (Luis Pin); mother Blanca Meza; brothers: Gabriel Meza, Washington Meza,...

John Sanders Rogers Iii

July 8, 2022

John Sanders Rogers III of Tijeras, NM, passed away on Friday, July 8, 2022.

He is survived by his loving wife, Sandra Peace Rogers and brother Gary L. Rogers of San Diego, CA.

John was born on October 26, 1948 to John and Mary (Tafoya) Rogers in Albuquerque, NM. He went to elementary school in...

Petra Briones Puente

July 7, 2022

Petra Briones Puente went to be with our Lord on Thursday, July 7, 2022 at the age of 96.

She is preceded in death by her loving husband Francisco Puente of 67 years; parents Simon and Isabel Briones, brothers, sisters and son-in-law Javier Cardenas.

Petra is survived by her children: Rosie Cardenas, Thelma Lerma (Emilio),...

Aurelia "Augie" Terry

July 6, 2022

Aurelia “Augie” Terry, a vibrant soul known for her sharp wit and adventurous palate, passed away on July 6, 2022, at the age of 78.

She was preceded in death by her mother Emelia Robinson, father Dexter Robinson, and brother Dexter Robinson, Jr.

Aurelia is survived by two nieces: Amanda Robinson and husband Gordon Barnard,...

David D. Garcia

July 4, 2022

David D. Garcia passed away on Monday, July 4, 2022 at the age of 72.

He is preceded in death by his father Vicente Garcia, mother Charlotte Maez Garcia, brother Joe A. Garcia and nephew Ted Garcia, Jr.

David is survived by his brother Ted Garcia and wife Magdalena De la Cruz Garcia; nephews: Dennis...

Virginia Montano Baca Rael

June 30, 2022

Virginia Montano Baca Rael, 86, passed away on Thursday, June 30, 2022.

She is preceded in death by her husband of 30 years Fred Rael, son Alfred "Buddy" Anthony Baca, father Jose Montano, mother Lucille Chavez, and sister Edna Montano.

Virginia is survived by her sons: Mike Baca (Gail), James Baca (Bonita Martinez); daughters: Mary...

Winnie Fernandez

June 30, 2022

Winifred “Winnie” Fernandez, 83, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 30, 2022, surrounded by her family and loved ones.

She was predeceased by her father Frederick, mother Gwendolyn and sister Laura.

Winnie is survived by her husband Pelayo; sons: Pelayo and wife Michelle, Alfredo and wife Karla; daughters: Maria, Luchi and...

Maria Dulcinea Wolfel

June 30, 2022

Maria Dulcinea Wolfel, 95, passed away on Thursday, June 30, 2022.

She is predeceased by her parents: Eusebio and Carlota Gurule; brothers: Leo Torres, Manuel Gurule; son Richard Wolfel.

Maria is survived by her son: Fred Wolfel (Lola); daughters: Judy Wolfel (Daniel), Martha Wolfel Gurule; 12 grandchildren: 22 great grandchildren: 6 great-great grandchildren.

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Daniel "Danny" Turrietta

June 21, 2022

Daniel "Danny" Turrietta, 51, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 21, 2022.

He was preceded in death by his father Margarito A. Turrietta; grandmothers: Ramona Turrietta, Jenny Lucero; uncles:  Joe Chavez, Carmel Turrietta; aunt Pauline Turrietta; and cousin Joe Chavez, Jr.

Danny is survived by his mother Maria Carmen Turrietta; brothers: Gilbert...

Fred A. Gallegos

June 21, 2022

Fred Anthony Gallegos, 72, went home to God and family on Tuesday, June 21, 2022.

He is predeceased by his parents Fred and Julia Gallegos; brother Charles Gallegos; and grandson Anthony Nathaniel Gallegos.

Fred is survived by his sons: Jesse Gallegos (Rosalind), Christopher Gallegos (Jeanine); daughter Magdalene Gallegos; brother Jerry Gallegos (Susan); 3 grandchildren: Julia...

Oscar A. Olivas

June 20, 2022

Oscar A. Olivas, 76, passed away on Monday, June 20, 2022.

He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Socorro Olivas; children: Martin Olivas, Laura Olivas, Elisa Olivas-Vindas, and Gerardo Vindas.

He loved walking his dog Mimi and playing cards on the weekends with his son Martin. He loved watching old western films....

Isabelle Rae Fish

June 19, 2022

Isabelle Rae Fish, 96, passed away on Sunday, June 19, 2022 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 41 years Carl Edward Fish, father John Campbell, mother Janet Rae Campbell.

Isabelle is survived by her daughters: Laura L. Shapiro and husband Jay B. Shapiro, Constance Norris and husband David...

Barbara A. Lopez

June 17, 2022

Barbara A. Lopez, 63, went to be with our Lord on Friday, June 17, 2022.

She was preceded in death by her mother Flora Lopez, son Joseph Marquez, nephews: Jacob Pena and James Griego.

Barbara is survived by her father Perfil Lopez; son Marcus Marquez, daughter Roberta Marquez; brothers: Jacob Pena, Ricky Lopez; sisters Lorraine...

Paul Lopez

June 15, 2022

Paul Lopez, 54, passed away surrounded by family in his home on Wednesday, June 15, 2022.

He will greatly be missed.

Paul's Life Celebration will begin with a Mass on Tuesday, July 19, 2022 at 9:00 am at Holy Family Catholic Church located at 562 Atrisco Dr. SW, 87105. Paul will be laid to rest...

Rosalie “Momma Rose” Pacheco

June 15, 2022

Beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, Rosalie “Momma Rose” Pacheco, 68, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 15, 2022, surrounded by her children and grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her mother Annie Marquez, sister JoAnn Richter and grandson Louie Pacheco.

Rosie is survived by her three children: Darrell Pacheco (Shannon),...

Ilona Klara Csanyi

June 14, 2022

Ilona Klara Csanyi, age 50, fell asleep peacefully surrounded by family and friends on Tuesday, June 14, 2022.

She was born on July 21, 1971 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Attila and Demecia Csanyi.

Ilona was preceded in death by her brother Andres Csanyi.

She is survived by her three beautiful daughters: Demecia...

Stella E. Chavez

June 11, 2022

Stella E. Chavez,75, passed away on Sunday, June 11, 2022 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Stella was predeceased by her parents, Nick and Rebecca Chavez; brothers, Nick Jr., Arthur, and Gene; sisters, Mary, Eleanor, Lucy, Wilma, and Cecilia.

She is survived by her brothers, Andrew and Ricky Chavez; and many others including her dog Honey.

Gilbert V. Trujillo, Jr

June 4, 2022

Gilbert V. Trujillo, Jr., beloved father, husband, son, brother, son-in-law, nino, tio, nephew, cousin, compadre, friend entered the gates of heaven on Saturday, June 4, 2022.

He was preceded in death by his beloved grandparents Bartolo and Flora Garcia, sister in-law Lisa Reyes, and brother-in-law Jorge Reyes.

He is survived by his loving and devoted...