Obituaries

September 14, 2020

Johan Arturo Guillen, 26, passed away on Monday, September 14, 2020.

Johan's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Wednesday, September 16, 2020 from  5:00 pm - 7:00 pm at Salazar Funeral Homes & Crematory located at 400 Third St SW, 87102. Mass will be held on Thursday, September 17, 2020 at 1:00 pm at San...

September 13, 2020

Renée Lynch Hockmuth, Sr. died Sunday, September 13,2020 in Albuquerque.  The cause was breast cancer metastasis.

A former resident of New York City and a longtime resident of Albuquerque, Mrs. Hockmuth, Sr. was born on October 22, 1934 and raised in El Paso, Texas. She was a graduate of Manhattanville College of the Sacred Heart, The Courtauld...

September 10, 2020

Sally Ann Coca, 85, passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2020.

She is preceded in death by her father Pedro 'Pete' Coca, her mother Teresa Romero Coca, and her nephew James Salas.

She is survived by her brother Edward Coca, and sisters Helen Salas, Evelyn Baca, Liz Garrison, Rosina Leyba and husband Jake.

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September 8, 2020

Jimmy Trujillo, 62, lifelong resident of Albuquerque went to be with our Lord on Tuesday, September 8, 2020.

He was preceded in death by his parents Daniel and Adelia Trujillo.

Jimmy is survived by his wife, Maria Chavez, of 36 years. Sons: Joshua and wife Angela, Joel "James, Jr." and wife Cristina, and Jason Brandon...

September 8, 2020

Gregoria Salazar Martinez, 96, went to be with our Lord on Tuesday, September 8, 2020.

Gregoria is survived by her son Rauel Huerta, daughter Claudia Serrano (Victor), 5 grandchildren Alex Serrano, Veronica Serrano, Yesenia Serrano, Adrian Huerta, David Huerta, and 1 great grandchild Maria Fernanda.

Gregoria's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Saturday,...

September 7, 2020

Brenda S. Samora age 65, beloved mother, sister and grandmother went home to be with the Lord, Monday, September 7, 2020.

She was a resident of Albuquerque, NM and a member of the catholic community.

She was preceded in death by her father Henry Leyba and his loving wife Bertha Leyba and her brother Henry...

September 6, 2020

It is with a heavy heart we announce the passing of Charlene N. Fitterer.

Charlene passed away on Sunday, September 6, 2020.

Charlene is survived by her mother Deborah, Bill, her father Robert and wife Traci, her boyfriend Clay, her "other" parents Janet and Joe, brothers Bruce, Brandon, and their families, her furbabies Roxy and...

September 4, 2020

Debye Martinez, 63, went to be with our Lord on Friday, September 4, 2020.

Debye is preceded in death by her father Thomas R. Martinez, Jr.

She is survived by her mother Alice Des Georges, daughter Kristi (La Jeunesse) Lopez and husband Joshua, sister Karen Martinez, and four grandbabies who fondly called her “Mimi”: Ryder...

September 3, 2020

Vincent R. Sandoval, 29, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 3, 2020. He is preceded in death by his great-grandparents: Salvador and Dora Rodriguez; grandparents: Alfonso and Dora Sandoval; and sister, Didi Sandoval.

He is survived by his parents: Raymond Sandoval and Brenda Sandoval; daughter Malayna Rose Sandoval; brothers: Raymond "Nano" Sandoval, David Sandoval, and Christopher Garcia;...

September 2, 2020

Alexander "Alex" Luis Leyba passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 2, 2020 at home. He was 28 years young.

Alex was born August 12, 1992 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He grew up in the North Valley. He attended Valley High School. He always had an interest in cars, he enjoyed learning about them and working on them....

August 31, 2020

Maria A. Ramirez, 84, passed away on Monday, August 31, 2020.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 41 years, Diego B. Ramirez and parents: Adalberto Amaya and Ernestina Gamez.

Maria is survived by her sons: Jaime Amaya and wife Pauline, Roberto Amaya and wife Manuela, Ernesto Escobar and wife Tammy; daughters: Irma...

August 29, 2020

Marian F. Montaño, 83, passed away on Saturday, August 29, 2020.

Marian was born to David L. and Placida Chavez on November 15, 1936 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

She is survived by her husband of 65 years Melvyn Montaño; daughters: Kristan Montaño (John Barnett), Karen Dyckes y Montaño (Bruce Dyckes), Kathy Montaño, Karla Covington; brothers:...

August 27, 2020

Jose C. Castillo, 58, passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2020.

Jose's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Thursday, September 3, 2020 at 5:00 pm at Salazar Funeral Homes & Crematory located at 400 Third St SW, 87102. Rosary will be recited at 7:00 pm also at Salazar Funeral Homes & Crematory. A Mass will...

August 26, 2020

C. Lee Von Hoff, 93, passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2020.

She is survived by her husband William G. Von Hoff, and son Steven Von Hoff and wife Beverly.

Mrs. Von Hoff's Life Celebration will take place on Sunday, November 8, 2020 at 10:30 am at Crossroads of Albuquerque Church located at 5200 Marble...

August 23, 2020

Jessie Garcia, 47, passed away on Sunday, August 23, 2020 in Bernalillo, New Mexico.

Jessie's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at 10:00 am at Salazar Funeral Homes & Crematory located at 400 Third St SW, 87102. The Rosary will be recited at 11:00 am also at Salazar Funeral Homes &...

August 21, 2020

Frank J. Lujan, 92, was called home to our Lord on Friday, August 21, 2020 surrounded by his loving family.

He is preceded in death by his wife of 50 years Theresa T. Lujan and his beloved daughter Kathy L. Sierra.

He is survived by his wife of 13 years Lucy Lujan; his son Joseph...

August 20, 2020

Dan L. Chavez went to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 20, 2020.

He is preceded in death by his wife Mary D. Chavez; and his parents Frank and Lucinda Chavez.

Dan is survived by his daughters: Danetta M. Chavez, Lanetta Sandoval and Ernest Jr., Janetta Rubi and George Jr.; four brothers and four...

August 19, 2020

Enrique Aguilera, 59, passed away on Wednesday, August 19, 2020.

Enrique's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Friday, September 4, 2020 from 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm at Salazar Funeral Homes & Crematory located at 400 Third St SW, 87102.

Due to the COVID restrictions set in place by the Governor masks are...

August 19, 2020

Jose Rogelio Sanchez, 35, passed away on Wednesday, August 19, 2020.

He is survived by his parents Ofelia Jimenez and Roberto Sanchez, Sr.; brothers: Roberto Sanchez, Chuy Godinez; and his daughter Yaritza Sanchez.

Jose made the world a better place. His lust for life, infectious laugh, contagious smile, spontaneous antics and constant quest to make...

August 17, 2020

Steve J. Salazar went to be with the Lord on Monday, August 17, 2020 at the age of 59.

Steve is preceded in death by his parents Pete and Dolores Salazar.

He is survived by his wife of 40 years Della F. Salazar; son Jose Martinez and wife Charlene; daughters: Jasmine Orr, Roxanne Franco and...