Obituaries

Robert M. Rodriguez

August 4, 2020

Robert Manuel Rodriguez, 72, passed away on Tuesday, August 4, 2020 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

He was born July 7, 1948, in Brooklyn New York to Esther and Oscar Rodriguez, as their fourth child. Robert had three brothers whom preceded him in death, Oscar “Paul” Rodriguez (2015), Orlando Rodriguez (2011) and James Rodriguez (2003). Robert spent his...

Leslie Jean Baumann

August 4, 2020

Leslie Jean Baumann, 77, passed away on Tuesday, August 4, 2020.

Leslie was born in Oakland, California on September 13, 1942 to Andrew A. Eggum and Mavis J. Schirle.

She is survived by her 3 children, 7 granchildren, and 15 great grandchildren.

Leslie loved to read and crochet. She was loved very much...

Otilia Morales Martinez

August 3, 2020

Otilia Morales Martinez, 79, passed away on Monday, August 3, 2020 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Otilia is preceded in death by her husband of 27 years Jose Onesimo Martinez, father Hilario Morales, mother Silvestra Mendez, and siblings Casimiro Morales, Angel Morales, Socorro Morales, and Arturo Morales.

She is survived by her sons Salvador Martinez, Joanthony...

Leo L. Perea, Jr.

July 31, 2020

Leo L. Perea, Jr. passed away peacefully in Albuquerque on Friday, July 31, 2020 at the age of 80.

Leo was preceded in death by his mother Julia “Honey” and his father Leo “Bompa”.

He is survived by Martha Fischer Aragon, his four children Jeff Perea, Doug Perea, Sandy Perea, Christine Perea, his four grandchildren,...

Margaret Chavez

July 31, 2020

Margaret Chavez, 82, passed away on Friday, July 31, 2020.

She was preceded in death by her husband David A. Chavez, eldest son Roland Chavez and mother Sadie Gonzales.

She is survived by her son Sam Chavez and wife Veronica, and daughter Liz Otero and husband Frank; five grandchildren; many great-grandchildren and many other Loved...

Lucille R. Gonzales

July 22, 2020

Lucille R. Gonzales passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at the age of 88.

Lucille's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Monday, July 27, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. at Reflections Chapel located at 2400 Washington St NE, 87110. The capacity of the chapel is 30 people and no more than that will be allowed...

Theresa M. Griego

July 19, 2020

It is with a heavy heart the family of Theresa M. Griego announce her passing on Sunday, July 19, 2020 at the age of 91.

Theresa was born in Embudo, New Mexico on October 26, 1928 to Demetrio Medina and Nazaria Rodriguez Mascarenas Medina.

Theresa and Benito Griego married on July 16, 1948 and they...

Reinaldo (Ralph) Anzures

July 17, 2020

Reinaldo (Ralph) Anzures went to be with our Lord on Friday, July 17, 2020.

Ralph was born on January 29, 1950 in Albuquerque, NM. Ralph was born, raised, and lived his life in the South Valley of Albuquerque, NM. He was a graduate of Rio Grande High School, Class of 1968. He also received his Associates Degree...

James "Jim" Sikora

July 16, 2020

James Joel Sikora, age 79, born in Chicago, IL, and a resident of Albuquerque since 1972, reached his “heavenly” mountaintop on July 16, 2020 when he passed away after a 30-year battle with Parkinson’s disease.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Rita Jean Sikora, three children, James John Sikora (Kelly Franz), Lauriann Marie King...

Celia Montes

July 15, 2020

Celia Montes went to be with our Lord on Wednesday, July 15, 2020.

She is preceded in death by her mother Amparo De Leon, grandson Jesus Montes Jr., father Ramon Rodriguez, brother Ramon Rodriguez, and nephew Felipe Hernandez.

She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Jesus Montes; sons: Jesus Montes, Michael Montes and...

Consuelo E. Gonzales

July 15, 2020

Consuelo E. Gonzales beloved mother, sister, grandmother and aunt, was called to her eternal resting place on Wednesday, July 15, 2020.

She was born on May 22, 1940 in Trementina, NM, to Alfonso and Cordelia Sanchez. She was a wonderful person and had a special heart for children. She was a teacher's aide for the Archdiocese of...

Ignacio "Nash" Nuanes

July 12, 2020

It is with great sadness the family of Ignacio “Nash” Nuanes announce his passing on Sunday, July 12, 2020 at the age of 88.

He was born on June 5, 1932 in Escobosa, NM to his parents Estanislado Nuanes and Andrellita (Montoya) Nuanes. He was married 68 years to Maria Eloisa (Carabajal) Nuanes and they were blessed...

Stuart B. "Stu" Milam

July 12, 2020

Stuart B. "Stu" Milam, 81, ended his earthly journey on Sunday, July 12, 2020, after a long struggle with COPD.

Stu was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother.

He is survived by his wife Jo Ann; daughter Kathy Milam Geiger and husband Jim of Kennewick, WA; grandson Tony, his partner Bree, and their three...

Nathaniel Raymond Saiz

July 4, 2020

Nathaniel Raymond Saiz, 33 went to be with our Lord on Saturday, July 4, 2020.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Christopher Saiz.

Nathaniel is survived by his father Raymond Saiz, mother Charise Saiz, brother Brandon Saiz, and sister Shastity Saiz; grandparents: Fidel and Dora Saiz, and Boleslo and Isabel Perea also nieces...

Predicanda Padilla

July 4, 2020

Predicanda Padilla (Canda) was born on November 14, 1930 to Rafael and Catalina Sanchez in Los Padilla, NM.

She married Desiderio Phil Padilla on September 3, 1949.They raised seven children: Jennie Saavedra (deceased 5/18/17) husband Abel, Desiderio Phil Padilla Jr. (Deceased 7/23/52), Katie Burch husband Charles, Ralph Padilla partner Christine Ramirez, Phil Padilla wife Lucille, Demesia Padilla...

Jose Talavera

July 4, 2020

Jose Talavera passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2020.

Jose's Burial will take place at Mt. Calvary Cemetery on Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at 9:00 a.m.

Pallbearers will be Eric Talavera, Alex Talavera, Fabian Talavera, Lorena Ibucido, Santiago Talavera, and Hector Talavera.

Jorge A. Escobedo "Logic"

June 30, 2020

Jorge Alberto Escobedo Hernandez, sadly passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at the age of 27.

Jorge was born on April 22, 1993 in ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua Mexico. At the time of passing  he was living in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was only 3 years old when he and his family  moved to Albuquerque from Mexico....

John Jones, Jr.

June 29, 2020

John Jones, Jr passed away on Monday, June 29, 2020.

John's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Friday, July 3, 2020 at Salazar Mortuary from 12 noon to 2:00 p.m.  He will be interred at a later date at the Santa Fe National Cemetery.

Robert Cote

June 27, 2020

Robert G. Cote, 48, passed away on Saturday, June 27, 2020.

Robert is survived by his wife of 15 years, Veronica Olivarez-Cote; parents: Charles Gonzales and Juanita Romero; sons: Robert X. Cote and Anthony F. Cote; daughters: Angelique V. Bouchard and Nicole Cote; and two grandchildren.

Robert was a husband, father, brother, son, coach, and...

Anna (Anita) Lujan

June 27, 2020

Anna Lujan, our beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt, nina and grandmother, passed away Saturday, June 27, 2020.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Abilion Ramon Lujan, her parents: Valerio Zamora and Esther Candelaria; and son Michael G. Lujan.

She is survived by her sons: Leonard L. Lujan and wife Jayne, ...