Obituaries

Leroy Nieves "Elroy" Garcia

Leroy Nieves "Elroy" Garcia

February 27, 2021

Leroy Nieves "Elroy" Garcia passed away on Saturday, February 27, 2021 at the age of 46.

Leroy is preceded in death by his father Leroy Garcia and grandfather Nick J. Montoya.

He is survived by his wife Peggy Pennington-Garcia; children: Jaz Garcia (Chris Cardenas), Angelica Cook (Eric), Leroy Garcia, Jr., Nieves Garcia, Gina Prospero, Selena...

Olga Crabb (Semenova)

Olga Crabb (Semenova)

February 26, 2021

Olga Crabb (Semenova) passed away on Friday, February 26, 2021 at the age of 46.

Olga has touched the lives of so many and will always be remembered as a very kind and giving person with a big and loving heart who put others first. Always willing to help, also strong-willed, fun, witty and generous.  She was...

Robert "Bob" E. England

Robert "Bob" E. England

February 24, 2021

Robert (Bob) E. England passed into eternal life on February 24, 2021, after a short stay at Lovelace Hospital.

His wife and two children were by his side during his final days. His grandchildren were also able to visit Grandpa via Zoom while he was in the hospital.

Robert was the beloved husband of Kathleen...

Edgar Carl Brown

Edgar Carl Brown

February 22, 2021

Edgar Carl Brown, 80, passed away Monday, February 22, 2021, at home in Los Lunas, New Mexico.

Carl was preceded in death by his wife Roberta (Sanchez) Brown in 2015; his parents Edd Clark and Macie Adelia (Kirk) Brown; brothers: Ed Brown of Guthrie, OK, Richard Brown of Wichita, KS; sister Mary Jo (Brown) maker of Guthrie,...

Arthur Loretto

Arthur Loretto

February 21, 2021

Arthur Loretto, 52, passed away on Sunday, February 21, 2021.

Reyanna Padilla

Reyanna Padilla

February 21, 2021

Beloved daughter, sister, aunt, niece, cousin, and friend, Reyanna Padilla, passed away on Sunday, February 21, 2021 at the age of 31.

Reyanna is survived by her father Ralph Padilla, mother Mary Barela; eight sisters: Michelle Padilla, Rita Padilla, Priscilla Padilla, Demecia Csanyi, Celestina Padilla, Katalina Padilla, Desi Rae Padilla; two brothers: Joshua Mendoza, Daniel Mendoza; along...

Roger Jordan

Roger Jordan

February 20, 2021

Roger Jordan passed away on Saturday, February 20, 2021 at the age of 57.

He is survived by his parents: Gary and Joyce Jordan; Son Chase Jordan; sister Desiree Malesich (Greg); nieces: Miyah and Taylor Malesich; and nephew Tyler Malesich.

Roger was loved by all that knew him and was known to put a smile...

Bernarda Aleman

Bernarda Aleman

February 19, 2021

Bernarda Aleman, 85, passed away on Friday, February 19, 2021.

Bernarda's Life Celebration will begin with a Rosary to be recited on Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at 12:30 p.m. at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church located at 2005 N Plaza St SW, 87104. Memorial Mass will be held at 12:45 p.m.

Due to the...

Marie Duran

Marie Duran

February 18, 2021

Marie Duran, 60, passed away on Thursday, February 18, 2021.

Victor Lee Saavedra

Victor Lee Saavedra

February 18, 2021

Victor Lee Saavedra passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 13, 2021 at the age of 80.

Victor is preceded in death by his father Arthur Saavedra; mother Mae Herman; brothers: Michael, Larry; and sister Mary Ann.

He is survived by his wife Anita Saavedra; children: Victoria, Dianna, Victor II; stepchildren: Donna, Corine, Leonard, Julie; also ...

Bertha Martinez

Bertha Martinez

February 17, 2021

Beloved daughter, sister, sister-in-law, auntie, and honorary grandma Bertha Martinez, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2021 in Albuquerque, at the home she shared with her sister Darlene and brother-in-law Henry Abeyta.

She is preceded in death by her mother Stella Martinez; sister Helen Garcia; brother-in-law Philip Garcia; nephews: Adam Quintana, Philip Garcia; niece Daphne Garcia-Martinez; and...

O. Richard "Rick" Lucero

O. Richard "Rick" Lucero

February 17, 2021

O. Richard "Rick" Lucero passed away on Wednesday, February 17, 2021.

Rick is now at peace and is reunited with his father Bart Lucero Jr. who passed in 1960, and his mother Mary Ophelia Lucero who passed in 2013.

He is survived by his wife Catherine "Cathy" Lucero; daughters: Denise, Therese and husband Gary; granchildren:...

Rose Tafoya

Rose Tafoya

February 14, 2021

Rose J. Tafoya, passed peacefully at home in Albuquerque, NM on Sunday, February 14, 2021 at the age of 93.

Rose was preceded in death by her husband Ross U. Tafoya.

She is survived by her daughter Connie; son Charlie; grandchildren: Robert, Donna and fiancé Richard, Ernie, Kevin and wife Renee, Kurtis and wife Ashley; ...

Estevan Isaiah Mario Hernandez

Estevan Isaiah Mario Hernandez

February 12, 2021

Estevan Isaiah Mario Hernandez passed away on Friday, February 12, 2021 at the age of 20.

Estevan's Life Celebration will begin with a Mass on Thursday, March 11, 2021 at 12:00 pm at New Beginnings Church located at 4770 Montgomery Blvd. Suite A, 87109. Estevan will be laid to rest folllowing the Mass at Gate of Heaven...

Rosita Parrish

Rosita Parrish

February 12, 2021

Rosita Parrish passed away on Friday, February 12, 2021 at the age of 82.

Carmen Salazar

Carmen Salazar

February 12, 2021

Sunrise: August 8, 1940

Sunset: February 12, 2021

Carmen Salazar passed away peacefully at home on Friday, February 12, 2021 with her immediate family by her side.

She is preceded in death by her husband Leo Salazar, mother Rosa C. Candelaria, father Bernabe Candelaria, and grandson Santiago B. Trujillo.

Carmen is...

Annabelle Jaramillo

Annabelle Jaramillo

February 11, 2021

Annabelle Jaramillo passed away on Thursday, February 11, 2021 at the age of 74 years young.

She is preceded in death by her son Michael A. Jaramillo; and parents Cristobal and Mickie Molina.

Annabelle is survived by her two daughters: Judy Jaramillo and Sandra Jaramillo; three brothers; seven grandchildren; and three great-granddaughters.

Annabelle's...

Patrick Eugene Stefhon, Jr.

Patrick Eugene Stefhon, Jr.

February 10, 2021

Patrick Eugene Stefhon, Jr. passed away at the age of 43 on Wednesday, February 10, 2021 from a sudden heart attack.

His passing was completely unanticipated and the family is shocked and deeply saddened.

Patrick is survived by his wife Amber Stefhon; children: Jordan Stefhon, Gage Stefhon; parents: Patrick Stefhon, Sr. and Mary Stefhon; siblings:...

Mary Louise "Vernal" Gallegos

Mary Louise "Vernal" Gallegos

February 8, 2021

Beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and aunt, Mary Louise "Vernal" Gallegos, was called home to the Lord on Monday, February 8, 2021 at the age of 69.

Mary was born in Monte Vista, Colorado and resided in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

She was preceded in death by her mother Rose A. Gallegos, father Raymond Gallegos, ...

Diana Kolozsy

Diana Kolozsy

February 6, 2021

Beloved wife, and mother, Diana G. Kolozsy, passed away on Saturday, February 6, 2021 in Albuquerque, NM at the age of 70.

Diana is survived by her husband Joseph P. Kolozsy; two fine sons: Joseph R. Kolozsy, Donny J. Kolozsy, two great daughter-in-laws: Mollie Kolozsy, Carol Ortega; two grandchildren: Laura Smith, Manny Ortega; two adorable great grandchildren:...