Obituaries

Johanna Elizabeth Castillo

April 6, 2021

Johanna Elizabeth Castillo passed away on Tuesday, April 6, 2021 in Albuquerque, NM at the age of 59.

She is preceded in death by her father Joe Castillo and life partner Steve Casaus.

Johanna is survived by her mother Clorinda Castillo; son Jeremy Casaus; siblings: Anna Espalin and husband Abel, Samuel Castillo and wife Deborah....

Joan Bruhnke

March 29, 2021

Joan Bruhnke, nee Vogt, 77 of Albuquerque entered eternal life on March 29, 2021.

Born on October 6, 1943 in Oak Park, IL to Raymond and Noreen Vogt.

Sister to Raymond S. Vogt (Louise), James Vogt (Beverly) and Richard J. Vogt. Beloved wife of the late James Richard; loving mother of Robert S. (Christine) Bruhnke,...

Mary Tina Sandoval

March 28, 2021

Mary Tina Sandoval went to be with our Lord on Sunday, March 28, 2021 at the age of 55.

She is preceded in death by her brother Rudy Sandoval; maternal grandparents: Dora and Salvador Rodriguez; and paternal grandparents: Magealena and Candido Sandoval.

She is survived by her parents: Margaret Rose and Floyed Sandoval; children: Jerome...

Rosa Aneda Clorinda Perea

March 28, 2021

Clorinda (L’Esperance Otero) Perea, age 94, of Albuquerque, N.M, formerly of Barstow, California, passed away on Sunday, March 28, 2021, in Rio Rancho, NM.

Clorinda is preceded in death by her husband of 71 years, Bennie Perea; their first-born daughter Shirley; brothers: Santos Gonzalez, Ruben Garcia; sisters: Louisa Castillo, and Priscilla Garcia.

Clorinda is survived...

Jose Antonio Plata Hernandez

March 28, 2021

Jose Antonio Plata Hernandez, went to be with our Lord on Sunday, March 28, 2021.

Jose is preceded in death by his father Jose Ascención Plata; brothers: Armando Plata, Raul Plata, and Jose Ascención Plata, Jr.

He is survived by his mother Maria Hernández Viuda de Plata; sons: Bryan Plata (Michele), Antonio Plata, Manuel Plata,...

Phillip A. Tapia

March 28, 2021

Phillip A. Tapia went home to the Lord on Sunday, March 28, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his father Meliton Vigil; grandparents Monica and Trinidad Velasquez; and father-in-law Avilio Castillo.

Phillip is survived by his mother Lizzie Vigil; daughter Lauren; son Phillip and girlfriend Desiree; mother of his children whom he loved Liz...

Mary Ellen Jaramillo

March 27, 2021

Mary Ellen Jaramillo passed away on Saturday, March 27, 2021 at the age of 74.

There are no services scheduled at this time.

Esther C. Tenorio

March 26, 2021

Esther C. Tenorio, resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on Friday, March 26, 2021 at the age of 96.

She was preceded in death by her parents Esequiel and Sinfornia Candelaria; husband Carlos Tenorio; children: Beverly Tenorio, Ronald Tenorio, Rodger Tenorio; sisters: Eliza Chavez, Aurelia Candelaria, Eugenia Gerhardt, Louisa Flores; and brothers: Frederico Candelaria, Eurenio Candelaria, Rendolfo...

Wendell A. Scott

March 24, 2021

With great sadness we announce Wendell A. Scott passed away on Wednesday, March 24, 2021 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Wendell is survived by his wife Noyola; children: Randy, Monica, Jerry, Dennis, and Wendy. He is also survived by his grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

He was born in Denver, Colorado to Homer and Edna...

Glenn Anthony Griego

March 24, 2021

Glenn Anthony Griego, 60, passed away surrounded by loved ones on Wednesday, March 24, 2021, after a courageous battle with pneumonia and a stroke..

Glenn will be greeted with open arms into the gates of Heaven by our Lord, his wife Danette, sister Cherie, and many other family members. We ask them to give him a big...

Jesus Maria Sedillo

March 23, 2021

Jesus Maria Sedillo passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 23, 2021 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, after a courageous fight with Covid-19. Jesus was 79 years old.

Jesus is preceded in death by his parents Lonesio and Manuelita Sedillo, and sister-in-law Stella Sedillo.

He is survived by his sons: Ricky Sedillo, Jesus Sedillo (Sherry); grandchildren: Courtney...

Wanda Lee Bond

March 22, 2021

Wanda Lee Bond, resident of Los Lunas, New Mexico died unexpectedly on Monday, March 22, 2021 at the age of 62.

She is preceded in death by her loving husband George Bond; parents Rosemary and Serafin Lewis; grandparents: Selena Perea-Lopez, David Lopez, Patricio Perea; along with several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Wanda is survived by...

Amelia "Amy" Costales

March 21, 2021

Amelia "Amy" Costales,84, went home to her Savior on Sunday, March 21, 2021.

She is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 60 years, Ernest; parents: Nick and Helen Sanchez; brother Gene Sanchez; infant grandson Joseph; and grandson-in-law Paul Martinez, Jr.

She is survived by her children: Cathy, Paul (Cheri), Christine (Ted), Nick (Naomi),...

Rubel J. Vigil

March 16, 2021

Rubel J. Vigil passed away on Tuesday, March 16, 2021 at the age of 71.

Rubel is survived by his wife Geraldine Vigil; sons: Ricky and wife Melissa, Billy and Julie Roybal, Bobby Joe and wife Mary Jo, Bobby Stone and wife Nichole; and daughter Sarah Peterson. Rubel also leaves behind numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, siblings, nieces, nephews,...

Marcella E. Hoehne

March 10, 2021

Marcella E. Hoehne went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 10, 2021.

Marcella is preceded in death by her parents: Richard and Stella Sanchez; sisters: Viola Ulibarri, Stella Zamora; and brother Ray Sanchez.

She is survived by her husband of 64 years Julian "Ernie" Hoehne; son Martin Hoehne; daughter and son-in-law Carla and...

Ann Marie Schneider

March 6, 2021

Ann Marie Schneider passed away on Saturday, March 6, 2021 at the age of 53.

She was preceded in death by her father Bill Coppedge.

Ann is survived by her husband of 30 years Doug Schneider; mother Jewell Coppedge; sons: Bret Schneider, Scott Schneider; and brothers: Bill Coppedge, Joe Coppedge.

Ann enjoyed her...

Rosemary Caroline Aguilar

March 1, 2021

Beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and great grandmother, Rosemary Aguilar, was called home by the Lord on Monday, March 1, 2021.

She is preceded in death by her father Santiago Felipe Aguilar, mother Clara Aguilar, grandfather Eulalio Torres, and grandmother Sinfora Torres.

Rosemary is survived by her daughter Lilly Castillo; son Omar Cordero; brothers: Michael Aguilar,...

Serafina Lara

March 1, 2021

Serafina Lara passed away on Monday, March 1, 2021 at the age of 93.

Serafina's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Sunday, March 7, 2021 from 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm at Salazar Mortuary located at 400 Third St. SW, 87102 followed by a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Final Viewing will be held on Monday,...

Angelina Esperanza Garcia

March 1, 2021

Angelina E. Garcia, 43, of Albuquerque, NM, was called to be with the Lord on Monday, March 1, 2021 with her family by her side.

Angelina is preceded in death by her mother Patricia Hope Archuleta.

She is survived by her children: D'Awna Garcia, Esperanza Garcia, and Marco Garcia; father Pete Garcia; sister Christina Garcia;...

Angelo Eloy Ruiz

February 28, 2021

Angelo Eloy Ruiz, 27, met our Gracious Heavenly Father on Sunday, February 28, 2021.

Angelo was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico on May 21, 1993. The son of Diego M. and Genevieve Ruiz. He was known to everyone as one of the sweetest, most loving, value-oriented, passionate, charismatic, and adventurous souls. He was in constant awe of...