Obituaries

Joey F. Nogales

August 31, 2021

Joey F. Nogales, 58, went to be with our Lord on Tuesday, August 31, 2021. He passed away in his home, with his wife Vonnica by his side.

He was preceded in death by his father Louis Nogales, Sr. and brother Louis Nogales, Jr.

Joey is survived by his wife of 34 years, Vonnica Nogales;...

Armelina "Mellie" Chavez

August 31, 2021

Loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, Armelina "Mellie" Chavez, 90, passed away on Tuesday, August 31, 2021.

Armelina is survived by her son Dennis Salazar (Valerie); daughters: Anna Ayala (Jack), Marilyn Sanchez (Jerry); sister Perla Torres, 11 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.

Armelina's Life Celebration will begin with a Rosary will be recited on Friday,...

Louie S. Montaño

August 31, 2021

Wonderful husband, great father, and amazing grandpa, Louie S. Montaño, 80, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 31, 2021.

He is preceded in death by his parents Eulogio and Amelia Montaño; brothers: Ernie Montaño, David Montaño, Michael Montaño, James Montaño; sisters: Rita Padilla, Sylvia Montaño, and Bertha Montaño.

Louie is survived by...

Sandra Sedillo

August 31, 2021

Sandra Sedillo went to her eternal rest on Tuesday,  August 31, 2021 surrounded by family and friends who loved her.

Sandra was a generous and compassionate person and will be dearly missed by all who loved her.  She will be missed by her parents Lydia and Gilbert Sedillo, siblings James, David, and Donna (Vince Apodaca, niece- Veronica,...

Floyd Z. Sandoval

August 28, 2021

Floyd Z. Sandoval passed away on Saturday, August 28, 2021 at the age of 77.

Floyd's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Monday, September 27, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. at Salazar Mortuary located at 400 Third St SW, 87102. Service will begin at 6:00 p.m.

Benito Torres Aguirre

August 28, 2021

Benito Torres Aguirre of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on Saturday, August 28, 2021 at the age of 81, with his family by his side.

He is preceded in death by his father Concepcion Torres Ponce and mother Soledad Aguirre Chairez.

He is survived by his wife Rita Rebeles de Torres and children.

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George A. Figler

August 23, 2021

George A. Figler, 78, went to be with our Lord on Monday, August 23, 2021.

He is preceded in death by his wife of 50 years Idamae Catherine Figler; father Donald Figler, Sr.; daughter Crystal Figler; mother Marion Figler (White); brother Donald Joseph Figler, Jr.; sisters: Virginia "Ginger" Figler, and Marilyn Post (Figler).

George is...

Joseph James Candelaria

August 21, 2021

Joseph James Candelaria passed away suddenly on Saturday, August 21, 2021 at the age of 54.

He is preceded in death by his father Joe Candelaria; grandparents: Macario and Agueda Candelaria, Alberto and Maria Lucero; uncles: Jerry Candelaria, Frank Vigil, Alberto Lucero, and Antonio Lucero.

Joseph is survived by his wife Grace Sanchez; mother Rafaelita...

Caron Crossley

August 21, 2021

Caron Ellen Crossley, age 78, of Albuquerque, passed away Saturday, August 21, 2021 after a 21-year battle with Alzheimer’s disease.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers: Richard Light, Steven Light; beloved husband of 31 years, Gale E. Crossley and son Michael O. Crossley.

Caron is survived by her daughter Cherie’ LaVassaur; 4...

James "Jimbo" Gurule, Jr.

August 19, 2021

James “Jimbo” Gurule, Jr. went to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 19, 2021 at the age of 56.

Jimbo was preceded in death by his father James Gurule, Sr., daughter Jessica Gurule and granddaughter Jessica Annise Gurule-Alderete.

He is survived by his wife Sarah Gurule; daughter Juliana Jones and husband Anthony; son James...

Ernest J. Segura

August 18, 2021

Ernest J. Segura passed away on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, at his residence in Albuquerque, New Mexico, just 9 days shy of his 81st birthday.

Ernest is survived by wife of 57 years Perfie Segura; daughters: Patricia, Yvonne, Debra; sons: Ernie, Steve, Marty, 12 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.

Ernest was born on August 27, 1940 ...

Judy L. Martinez

August 18, 2021

Judy Lynn Martinez went to be with the Lord and her soulmate and husband of 42 years, Hugo Martinez on Wednesday, August 18, 2021.

Judy was born on April 28, 1963 to Gabriel and Elisea Maes.

She leaves behind her three children: Elisea Martinez, Amalia Valles, Jacob Martinez; grandchildren: Bernadette Maldonado, Daniel Valles III, Amadeo...

Edward Joseph Gurule

August 18, 2021

Beloved Son, Brother, Dad, and Uncle, Edward Joseph Gurule, went to be with our Lord on Wednesday, August 18, 2021 at the age of 60.

He was preceded in death by his father Edward M. Gurule and brother Richard Garcia.

Edward is survived by his mother Julia Gurule; sons: Edward Joseph Gurule, Raymond Gurule; brothers:...

Elizabeth M. Milligan Guerra

August 13, 2021

Elizabeth M. Milligan-Guerra, age 76, of Albuquerque went to be with our Lord Friday, August 13, 2021 surrounded by her beloved family.

She was preceded in death by her sister and brother-in-law Suzanne and Julian Saavedra.

Elizabeth, loving mother, is survived by her son Angelo and his wife Stephanie; grandchildren: Emma and Benjamin; mother Christine...

Nicolas Juan Jaramillo

August 10, 2021

Nicolas Juan Jaramillo, passed away on Tuesday,  August 10, 2021, at the age of 60, in a car accident, while relocating from Albuquerque, New Mexico to San Jose, California.

He was preceded in death by his father Deluvino "Benny" Jaramillo and younger brother Leroy Jaramillo.

Nicolas is survived by his beloved best friend and support...

Yvette M. Begay

August 10, 2021

Yvette M. Begay, 56, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 10, 2021, surrounded by loved ones.

She is preceded in death by her father Timothy Begay, mother Lorraine Ulibarri, and nephew Jeremy Salazar.

Yvette was a beloved and strong mother to her son Paul Carriaga (Jacque), and daughters: Sharon Baca, Nadine Carriaga (Ramon); loving, crazy...

Felix Mariano Vialpando

August 9, 2021

Beloved son, brother, faher, nephew, uncle, cousin, and grandfather, Felix Mariano Vialpando passed away on Monday, August 9, 2021 at the age of 57.

He is preceded in death by his father Phil Vialpando, Sr.

Felix is survived by his significant other Janet Greene; son Joseph Greene; grandson Christopher Kliss; sister Frances Salazar and her...

Eva Margarita Pacheco

August 8, 2021

Eva Margarita Pacheco, 83, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 8, 2021.

She is preceded in death by her father Aurelio Marez and mother Rosa Marez.

Eva is survived by her sons: Ralph Marez, Kenny Marez; daughters: Lorraine Gutierrez, Felisha Pacheco; brothers: Eugene Marez, Emily Marez; and sister Angie Casias.

Florinda T. Cortez

August 6, 2021

Beloved Mother, Grandmother, and Child of God, Florinda T. Cortez was graced by our Lord on Friday, August 6, 2021.

She is preceded in death by her parents Florencio and Lorencita Madrid; husband Albert J. Cortez; sons: Anthony M. Cortez and Aaron J. Cortez.

Florinda is survived by her son Angelo D. Cortez, his wife...

J.R.

August 5, 2021

J.R. passed away Thursday, August 5, 2021.

He is preceded in death by his father Severo Rael and mother Gabriella Chavez.

J.R. is survived by his former wife and life long friend Joanna Rael; son Jerry Rael; daughters: Christine Vigil (Leonard), Elizabeth Rael; four grandchildren: Shania Rael, Tiana Rael, Eli Vigil, Mason Vigil; and sisters:...