Obituaries

Dolores "Dee Dee" August

April 11, 2021

Beloved wife, carnala, sister, auntie, daughter, and friend, Dolores "Dee Dee" August Lucero, gained her wings on Sunday, April 11, 2021 at the age of 53 years young.

Dolores passed away in her sleep. She is now in Heaven with her son Vicente Julian Garcia "El Picosito".

She is survived by her husband Carlos Lucero;...

D. Drake Lauscher

April 11, 2021

D. Drake Lauscher went to be with our Lord, Jesus, on Sunday, April 11, 2021 at the age of 25.

Drake is survived by his father Dennis Michael Lauscher; mother Janine Eva-Louise Nobel Lauscher; brother Michael Sage Lauscher; grandparents: Fred Nobel, Rosalie Nobel, Doreen Lauscher, Mike Lauscher; uncles: Andrew Nobel, Brad Lauscher; and cousin Justin Lauscher.

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Manuelito Jesus Lopez

April 10, 2021

Manuelito Jesus Lopez, 15,  passed away on Saturday, April 10, 2021.

Manuelito's Life Celebration will take place on Saturday, May 1, 2021 at 1:00 pm at 7241 Isleta Blvd SW Albuquerque, NM 87105.

R. Leroy Givens

April 8, 2021

Raymond "LeRoy" Givens passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 8, 2021 while surrounded by his immediate family.

LeRoy's Life Celebration will be held on Saturday, May 22, 2021 from 1:30pm - 4:30pm. The family would love to hear a story, or two, of how LeRoy touched your life. The family will hold a virtual celebration for those...

Noe Muñoz

April 7, 2021

Noe Muñoz went to be with the Lord on April 7, 2021.

His Life Celebration will begin on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at 11:30am at the Seventh Day Adventist Church, 3320 San Pedro NE, Albuquerque, NM  87107 followed by a Life Celebration Service at 12:15p.m.  Visitation will continue after the service until 3:00 p.m.

Cecilia Ann Valdez

April 6, 2021

Cecilia Valdez (nee Velasquez), passed away on Tuesday, April 6, 2021 at the age of 87.

She was born in Chandler, CO, to Augustin Velasquez and Lorenza Galindo on July 19, 1933.

The oldest of three children, her younger brother Rudy Velasquez preceded her in death in 2012.

Cecilia is survived by her...

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,...