Obituaries

Isidro "Sonny" Salazar

June 2, 2022

Isidro “Sonny” Salazar age 85, passed away on Thursday June 2, 2022.

He was preceded in death by his wife Alice Salazar, daughter Rebecca Salazar, granddaughters: Michelle Salazar & Mariah Lopez; parents Vidal & Barbara Salazar and his siblings: Dolores, Sally & Eloy.

Isidro is survived by his daughters Bernadette Salazar, Becky Salazar, Frances Lopez...

Alvi Rothwell Sanders

June 1, 2022

Alvi Rothwell (Rocky) Sanders, 88, recent resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away after a short illness on Wednesday, June 1, 2022.

He was preceded in death by his father Lonnie Sanders, mother Anna Johnson and sister Emma Mae Delong.

He is survived by his wife Carma J. Sanders of Albuquerque, NM sons: James R....

Abram Huber Kreider Ii

May 28, 2022

Abram Huber Kreider II, 65, resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, started his journey into eternity on Sunday, May 28, 2022, after dealing with a vigorous illness.

Abe was preceded in death by his father Abram and wife Carol.

He is survived by his daughters: Heather Hull Kreider Canary (Tim) of Jamestown, TN, Natasha of Silver...

Juan Esteban Corona

May 26, 2022

Juan Esteban Corona, 61 left to be with Lord on Thursday, May 26, 2022.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents: Maximilian Corona, Pauline Zengerle, Manuel and Frances Valdez, and brother Alfonso Corona, Jr.

Juan is survived by his daughters: Angelina Corona, Victoriana Sanchez and husband Steve; precious grand babies who lovingly called him...

Damon Rodney Prim, Jr.

May 25, 2022

Damon Rodney Prim, Jr. of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away on Wednesday, May 25, 2022.

He left behind his parents, two sisters, and a brother.

Cuc Lam

May 25, 2022

Cuc Lam, 80, passed away on Wednesday, May 25, 2022 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Prayers will be held on Friday, June 3, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. at Salazar Mortuary located at 400 Third St SW, 87102. Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, June 4, 2022 at...

Manuel Mariano Blea

May 20, 2022

Manuel Mariano Blea went to be with our Lord on Friday, May 20, 2022.

He was preceded in death by his parents Filiberto and Rose Blea; wife Rebecca S. Blea; children: Mark Anthony Blea, Nadine Rebecca Vallez, Marilyn Ruby Madrid; grandson Matthew Madrid.

Manuel is survived by his sons: Manuel Blea, Jr., Victor Blea, Arthur...

Marcus A. Shields

May 19, 2022

Marcus A. Shields, 38, passed away on Thursday, May 19, 2022.

He is survived by his mother Cindy Yellowhorse; son Skyler Shields; sisters: Jackie Yelllowhorse, Kori Nez; grandparents Curtis and Mable Yellowhorse; aunts: Miranda Martinez, Velma Yellowhorse, Courtney Yellowhorse; uncle Anthony Yellowhorse; cousins:  Heather Delgado, Phillip Delgado, Derek Christensen, Kyle Christensen, Jordis Yellowhorse, Makya Yellowhorse, Jesse Martinez, ...

Joann Iller

May 17, 2022

Joann Iller, 65, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 17, 2022, with family at her side as she entered God’s kingdom.

Joann was born in New York to loving parents, Lottie and Joseph Iller, both deceased. Joann was preceded in death by her sister Terri Allen.

She is survived by her brother Mike Iller, in...

Jim "Santi" Griego

May 17, 2022

Jim Santiago Griego went to be with our Lord on Tuesday, May 17, 2022.

He was preceded in death by his brothers: Cricenseo, Andres, Johnny, Pete, Pat; sister Bennie; parents:  Santiago Griego and Beatrice Griego.

Jim is survived by his wife of 59 years, Hilda Griego; son Larry Griego and wife Sandra, daughter Darlene Fernandez...

Yvette Saavedra

May 14, 2022

On Saturday, May 14,2022 Yvette Saavedra passed away peacefully at home with her children by her side.

Yvette joined her son Porfirio Saavedra and late husband Santiago Gregory Saavedra in Heaven.

Yvette is survived by her children Joshua Saavedra and Lysandra Candelaria. Yvette had the blessing of 7 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Yvette had a...

Tony J. Zamora

May 12, 2022

Tony J. Zamora, 91, passed away on Thursday, May 12, 2022.

Tony was preceded in death by his parents Eubaldo and Adelina Zamora; his loving wife Irene B. Zamora; siblings: Eubaldo Zamora, Jr., Adeline Gallegos (Johnny), Emily Alexander (Steve), Robert Zamora (Barbara), Felix Zamora (Maggie), Mamie Garcia (Larry) and Jane Gurule (Al).

Tony is survived...

Genaro Saucedo-Barraza

May 9, 2022

Genaro Saucedo-Barraza, 68, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Rio Rancho on Monday, May 9, 2022.

Mr. Saucedo-Barraza was preceded in death by his parents Genaro and Theresa Saucedo, sisters: Theresa, Leticia, grandchildren: David Trujillo and Veronica Trujillo.

Genaro is survived by his life-partner Maria Lucita Villanueva; children: Magdalena Gonzales (Alex), Sophie Jaramilo (Jack...

Monica Lucia Apodaca

May 9, 2022

Monday, May 9, 2022 our hearts were broken, we lost a perfect daughter, wife, mother, and friend, Monica Lucia Apodaca, at the age of 47.

Monica passed away after battling injuries suffered due to a car accident in late October 2020.

She is preceded in death by her grandparents Paul and Alvita Chavez and Felix...

Louise F. Chavez

May 9, 2022

Louise F. Chavez, 84, went to be with our Lord on May 9, 2022.  She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years John Chavez, and all her children: Paul Chavez, Tony Chavez, David Chavez, and infant daughter. Louise is survived by grandson Pablino Chavez and his three children: Elizabeth, Pablino and Alexander.

Louise’s Life...

Mary - Margaret Moore

May 8, 2022

Mary – Margaret Moore passed away on May 8, 2022. She was preceded by her husband of 54 years, Justin Moore.

She is survived by children; David (Dorothy) Small, Doug (Lorraine) Small, Karen Ashley (Paul) McQuade, Justine Alexandria (Tom) Luparello; sister, Linnell Barnhart; and four grandchildren, Caroline Sierra, Brendan Small, Daniel Small, and Spencer Small

Ramiro R. Llanes

May 7, 2022

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Ramiro R. Llanes of Albuquerque, New Mexico. He passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 7, 2022 at the age of 93 surrounded by family and loved ones.

He is lovingly remembered by his wife of 64 years, Gina; their two children Carlos A....

Melissa Alvarez

May 6, 2022

Melissa Alvarez, 49, entered Heaven on Friday, May 6, 2022.

Melissa is survived by her sons: Alec Candelaria (Mariah Duran), Trey Pope; parents Frank and Ilene Valtierra; brother Damon Alvarez (Zoe Ann); sister Crissy Baca; nephews: Damon Alvarez (Kaella), Jacob Pacilli (Rachel); nieces: Tina Baca (Phil Heller), Aubri Navarrette (Hunter), as well as great nieces, nephews and...

Alfredo Garcia Dominguez

May 4, 2022

Alfredo Garcia Dominguez, 83, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 4, 2022 surrounded by his loved ones.

He was preceded in death by his father Miguel Garcia, mother Martimiana Dominguez, sisters Rosa Garcia and Josefina Garcia.

Alfredo is survived by his wife of 60 years Maria Socorro Mendoza de Garcia; sons: Jorge...

Hugh Witemeyer

May 1, 2022

Professor Hugh Witemeyer passed away on Sunday, May 1, 2022, about a month short of his 83rd birthday which would have been celebrated on June 10.

He is preceded in death by his father Benton Witemeyer and mother Dorothy Hazen.

Hugh was survived by his wife Barbara Ellen Watkins Witemeyer, daughter Hazen Allison Witemeyer, and...