Obituaries

December 30, 2021

Celina “Sally” Archuleta passed away on Thursday, December 30, 2021 at the age of 91 years young.

She is preceded in death by her husband Juan “JB” Archuleta, daughter Eva Fought, parents Jacobo and Teresa Bachicha, siblings Rose Hudspeth, Helen Montoya, Florencio and Buddy Bachicha, and grandsons George Fought and Ryan Padilla.

Sally...

December 29, 2021

Our beloved Bill went home to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at the age of 66.

He was preceded in death by his father Andrew Hopkins, brother Michael Hopkins, and sister Jane Cordova.

Bill leaves behind his son Thomas Hopkins, mother Vonna Hopkins, brother Barry Hopkins and wife Sandy,...

December 28, 2021

Amalia Peñaloza Soloria, 71, passed away on December 28, 2021.

Amalia's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at 5:00 pm at Salazar Mortuary located at 400 Third St SW, 87102. Rosary will be recited at 7:00 pm. Final Viewing will take place on Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at 9:30 am at...

December 28, 2021

Leeandra "Lee Lee" R. Lopez, 29, passed away on Tuesday, December 28, 2021.

She is survived by her father Michael A. Garcia; mother Maria L. Jaramillo; children: Joel Lopez, Jazzal Lopez; brothers: Matthew Valenzuela, Pete Jaramillo.

Leeandra was always kind and generous to everyone she met. Her smile could always light up a room. If...

December 28, 2021

Philip W. Dixon, Jr. passed away on Tuesday, December 28, 2021.

Philip's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Thursday, December 30, 2021 at 12:00pm in the Reflection of Life Chapel® of Reflections Funerals & Life Celebrations/Salazar Funeral Homes & Crematory  located at 2400 Washington St NE, 87110. Service will begin at 1:00 p.m. Philip will...

December 27, 2021

Matilde "Tillie" Madrid passed away at  Lovelace Hospital after a short illness on Monday, December 27, 2022.

She was predeceased by her husband Louis, son George and great-grandson Fabian Lopez.

Tillie is survived by her daughter Louisa, son Mark and wife Anna, 5 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, sister Celina Silva, brother Pete Chavez...

December 27, 2021

Antonia "Toni" S. Romero passed away on Monday, December 27, 2021 at the age of 82 years young.

She was preceded in death by her granddaughter Patricia Rivera.

Toni was survived by her husband of 40 years Ruben Molinar; sons: Ernest Romero, Robert Lee Lucero (Maryann); daughter Yolanda Regalado; brother Frank Lucero; sister Flora Carabajal;...

December 26, 2021

Marcelino Aragon, 51, was surrounded by his family and the people he loved when he unexpectedly passed away on Sunday, December 26, 2021.

He is preceded in death by his father mother and 2 brothers.

He is survived by His 4 children, 8 Grandkids, His 2 Sisters and younger Brother, aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces, cousins,...

December 26, 2021

David Charles Jupiter (a.k.a. Jupe) passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his children and grandchildren on Sunday, December 26, 2021 at the age of 67.

He was preceded in death by his parents Clarence and Ramona Jupiter and sister Clare Jupiter.

Jupe is survived by his children: Caleb Jupiter-Alb, NM, Sarah Jupiter-Alb, NM;...

December 26, 2021

Anthony E. Medrano passed away on Sunday, December 26, 2021 at the age of 49.

He is preceded in death by his mother Romaine Medrano.

Anthony is survived by his daughters: Anjelica Medrano, Alyssa Medrano; former spouse Belinda Barreras; father Daniel Medrano; brothers: Daniel, Fred, Chris, sister Corrine Garcia and special friends Rachael Azbill, Felicia...

December 24, 2021

Irma Quintana Loya, 63, passed away on Friday, December 24, 2021.

She is preceded in death by her father Arnoldo Quintana, mother Maria Loya, and sister Guerrero Quintana.

Irma is survived by her sons: Jesus Daniel Quintana, Jaime Quintana; daughters: Magda Irma Quintana, Mirna Ivonne Quintana, Yaracet Id Quintana; brothers: Nicanor Quintana, Guillermo Quintana, Choforo...

December 23, 2021

Michael A. Payne passed away on Thursday, December 23, 2021 at the age of 70.

He was preceded in death by his father Oscar "Mickey" Payne and mother Billie Payne.

Michael is survived by his wife Susan Payne; son Kris Payne, Jr.; daughter Kim Romero (Daniel); brothers: Gary Payne (Jackie), Jeff Payne (Florence); sister Helen...

December 23, 2021

Amellia “Pola” Rascon, 80, passed away on Thursday, December 23, 2021.

She is reunited with her parents Chon and Maria Pena; brothers: Encarnacion, Raymond, Peter; sisters: Lupe and Margret.

Amellia is survived by her daughter Liza Rascon Barreras; grandchildren: Juan Luis Barreras, Victoria Maria Barreras; sisters: Dolores Pena, Sally Gallosa; brother Emilio Pena, also many...

December 22, 2021

Julia “Dolores” Parra of Albuquerque, New Mexico gained her angel wings while surrounded by her family on Wednesday, December 22, 2021.

She was met at the gates of heaven by her mother Annie Gutierrez; father Rudy Parra; step-father Santiago Gutierrez; brothers: Santiago “JoJo” Gutierrez; and grandmother Julia Baca, as they were set to celebrate a Christmas that...

December 21, 2021

Anita Y. Saiz, 58, went to be with our Lord on Tuesday, December 21, 2021.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 37 years Manuel E. Saiz; father Jose C. Aragon; mother Hanako Aragon; sister Angela Aragon and sister-in-law Karen Aragon.

She is survived by her daughter Hanako Saiz; sons: Manuel Saiz, Anthony...

December 21, 2021

Blas Silvestre Vega, Jr., 28, went to be with the Lord and savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, December 21, 2021.

He is predeceased by his father Silvestre Vega; sister Jovita Vega; maternal grandparents: Jimmy and Doris Lee; paternal grandparents: J. Blas Vega Arreguin and Jovita Martinez Ramirez.

Blas is survived by his mother Kathy Egues-Montero; ...

December 20, 2021

Mario A. Hernandez, Sr. went to be with his Lord on Monday, December 20, 2021.

Mario is survived by his wife Geraldine; sons: Mario, Jr. and wife Michelle, Eric; three grandchildren: Mario III, Matias, Mila; brothers: Julian, Michael and wife JoAnn; nephews: Damian Roberts, Darin Roberts representing their mother MaryAnn Roberts who recently passed away; nephew Gabriel...

December 19, 2021

Clarissa Rivera went to be with our Lord on December 19, 2021.

Clarissa was more than just a mother, daughter, granddaughter, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend, she was a light that burned bright, and loved to help others shine.  Her compassion and understanding helped guide others when they felt lost, and she always was there to lend...

December 16, 2021

Beloved husband and father Vincent “Vince” R. Rodulfo, a resident of Albuquerque, born in Albuquerque, NM on August 26, 1964, was called home to be with our Lord and Savior, on Thursday, December 16, 2021.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Antonio V. Rodulfo, and Estella Rodulfo.

He is survived by his loving...

December 16, 2021

Jesse Valdivia, 57, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 16, 2021 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

He is preceded in death by his father Jesse Valdivia, mother Roseann Valdivia, and brother Gabriel Valdivia.

Jesse is survived by his partner of 13 years Bernadette Duran; daughter Rachael Baca (Thomas); brothers: Martin Valdivia, Alex Valdivia,...