Obituaries

Edwin L. Herrera

Edwin L. Herrera

November 4, 2019

Edwin Lee Herrera, 23, made his transition into everlasting peace on the morning of November 4, 2019.

Edwin is preceded in death by his twin brothers, Andres and Jaime, and his uncle Virgil Lee Haverstick.

Edwin is survived by his mother Alejandra Herrera Lopez, his siblings which include younger brothers; Adrian and Ivan, younger sisters;...

Nemecio "Nick" Montoya

Nemecio "Nick" Montoya

November 4, 2019

"As the deer pants for the water, so my soul longs for you, O God."  Psalm 42:1

Nemecio was the oldest of 9 children born to Nemecio and Leonor Montoya.  He was born on the family's ranch home located in the middle of the prairie of Wagon Mound, NM.  It was here where he...

David Anthony Gallegos

David Anthony Gallegos

November 2, 2019

David Anthony Gallegos, 26, went to be with our Lord on Saturday, November 2, 2019.

David is preceded in death by his grandparents; Connie and David Romero, Antonio Gallegos, uncles; Michael Romero and David Gallegos.

David is survived by his parents Ray and Marcella Gallegos, brothers; Diego Gallegos, Marcos Gallegos, sisters; Jeana-Rae Goodyear (Jerry), Yleana...

Eloy Maestas

Eloy Maestas

November 1, 2019

Eloy Maestas, 81, went on his journey to meet his Lord, Friday, November 1, 2019, where he passed in his home surrounded by his loved ones.

Eloy was raised in Chama, NM. He was a straight‑A student throughout school. He was honored valedictorian of his class of 1956 and received 3 college scholarships. His kids and grandkids...

Rufina Martinez

Rufina Martinez

October 31, 2019

Rufina “Ruffie” C. Trujillo Martinez

Rufina was born on September 2, 1919 in El Rito, New Mexico to Juan Isidro and Maria Dolores Trujillo.

She entered her eternal home on Thursday, October 31, 2019.

Rufina’s 100 years on this earth were filled with so many wonderful times with a family she devoted herself...

Jason Reed

Jason Reed

October 24, 2019

Jason Reed, 46, passed away on Thursday, October 24, 2019.

Jason's Life Celebration will take place on Saturday, October 26, 2019 at 11:00 am at Reflections Funerals & Life Celebrations located at 2400 Washingtons St NE, 87110.

Anselmo Chaparro Medina, Sr.

Anselmo Chaparro Medina, Sr.

October 19, 2019

Anselmo Chaparro Medina, Sr., 73, passed away on Saturday, October 19, 2019.

Anselmo is preceded in death by his father Jose Chaparro, mother Tomasa Medina, brothers; Felix Chaparro, Pedro Chaparro, Vicente Chaparro, sister Faustina Chaparro, brother in law Pedro Hernandez, brother in law Leroy Valdez, and nephew Santa Martinez.

He is survived by his wife...

Claudino "Claude" Nuanes

Claudino "Claude" Nuanes

October 17, 2019

It is with great sadness the family of Claudino “Claude” Nuanes announces his passing on Thursday, October 17, 2019 at the age of 81.

He was born on September 24, 1938 in Albuquerque, NM to his parents Estanislado Nuanes and Andrellita (Montoya) Nuanes. He retired from the City of Albuquerque after 25 years serving as the Assistant...

Evelyn C. Sanchez

Evelyn C. Sanchez

October 17, 2019

Evelyn C. Sanchez, 83, passed away on Thursday, October 17, 2019.

Evelyn's Life Celebration will begin with a Rosary to be recited on Friday, October 25, 2019 at 7:00 pm at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church. Mass will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2019 at 10:00 am at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church. Committal...

Andres Lorenzo Chavez

Andres Lorenzo Chavez

October 15, 2019

With deepest sorrow, we announce that Andres Lorenzo Chavez, 32,  passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2019.

He was the beloved son of his father Andrew Chavez, and of his mother Alicia Chavez and Lawrence Swanson, he was a dedicated father to Antonio and Steven Chavez. Andres was a devoted partner to Stacey Vargas and daughter Bella...

Adam J Quintana

Adam J Quintana

October 13, 2019

Adam J. Quintana went to be with our Lord on Sunday, October 13, 2019.

Adam is predeceased by his mother Gertrude Quintana, grandparents Angie and Manuel Vallejos, and Beatrice and Samuel Quintana, cousins Randy Romero and Jerome Quintana.

Adam is survived by his father David Quintana, sister Danette Quintana (Roman Montoya) and many other beloved...

Carlos Valdez Holguin

Carlos Valdez Holguin

October 9, 2019

Carlos Valdez Holguin, 46, passed away on Wednesday, October 9, 2019. He is survived by his wife Gabriela Valdez, daughters; Damaris Valdez, Elienai Valdez,

Carlos' Life Celebration will begin with a Wake on Wednesday October 16, 2019 at 7:00pm at Iglesia Cristiana Casa Del Alfarero located at 2428 San Mateo Pl NE, 87110. Thursday, October 17, 2019...

Nicholas J. Miller

Nicholas J. Miller

October 9, 2019

Nicholas J. Miller, 31, passed away on Wednesday, October 9, 2019.

Nick is preceded in death by his mother Leda Joy Miller, aunt Dianna Trujillo, granparents; Lena Miller, Donald Miller, and Helayne Abrams.

He is survived by his father Davis Charles Miller, brothers; Jayson Miller, Donald Miller, many loving cousins, and friends.

Nick's...

Mario E. Gonzales Jr.

Mario E. Gonzales Jr.

October 7, 2019

Mario E. Gonzales Jr., 24, passed away on Monday, October 7, 2019.

Mario is survived by his parents Mario Gonzales Sr., and LaVern Gonzales, brothers: Alfonso Johnson, Michael Johnson, Joshua Gonzales, and Emmanuel Gonzales; grandmothers: Bernarda Gonzales and Elva Johnson; grandparents, Leonard and Gerri Paquin; also numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Mario's Life Celebration will...

Tony Garcia

Tony Garcia

October 7, 2019

Tony Garcia passed away on Monday, October 7, 2019.

Tony is preceded in death by his father Celso Garcia, and brother Robert Garcia.

He is survived by his mother Justita Garcia, brothers; Tom J Garcia, George Garcia, niece Renee Olivas, her husband Mark, thier children; RaeAnn Olivas, Brianna Olivas, and grandson Leon Cordova, nephew Celso...

Pauline Salata

Pauline Salata

September 28, 2019

Pauline Ann Salata, 78, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, sister-in-law, aunt and friend went home to the Lord surrounded by her loved ones on Saturday, September 28, 2019 at Presbyterian Rust Hospital in Rio Rancho.

She was born on July 12, 1941 in New York City and she was a Rio Rancho resident for over fifty...

Eunique M. Montoya

Eunique M. Montoya

September 24, 2019

Eunique M. Montoya, 11, received her wings and went to be with the Lord so peacefully on Tuesday, September 24, 2019 at 5:15 am in her home.

Eunique is reunited in Heaven with her great grandpa Jose Trujillo, great grandma Margie Trujillo, great grandpa Rosendo Montoya, grandpa Michael Gonzales, uncle Russell Gordon and uncle Aaron Montoya, and...

Linda Johnson

Linda Johnson

September 23, 2019

Linda Johnson, 65, passed away on Monday, September 23, 2019.

Linda is preceded in death by her father Augustine Larry Platero, mother Ida Johnson, grandparents; Rachel Platero, Tim Johnson, Willie Platero, and Juanita Platero.

She is survived by her son Richard Johnson.

Linda’s Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Thursday, September...

Joshua A. Diaz

Joshua A. Diaz

September 21, 2019

Joshua A. Diaz, 36, went to be with our Lord on Monday, September 21, 2019.

Joshua is predeceased by his father Andy Diaz and mother Denise Gonzales, and grandparents Mary and Joe Gonzales.

Joshua is survived by his daughter Sophia Belle Diaz, sisters Tasha Gonzales, Brittany Medina and Geraldine "GG" Segura, neices Deja, Heavenly, nephews...

Dan Thompson

Dan Thompson

September 16, 2019

Dan Thompson, 73, journeyed on, Monday, September 16, 2019.

Dan is predeceased by his parents Frank MelvinThompson and Verna Mae Thompson, grandchild Isaac Gurule and his soulmate of 20 years Kyle Wood.

He is survived by sons; Anthony Thompson (Cielo), Michael Thompson, daughters; Mae Thompson, Maydel Wood (CJ), and Tonya King (Terry), sister Sharon Rinehart,...