Obituaries

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

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

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

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

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

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,...

Joe Towner

September 14, 2019

Joe Towner died on Saturday, September 14, 2019.

Joe was predeceased by his father John Warren Towner and mother Dorothy Suzanne (Swift) Towner.

He is survived by his former spouse of 32 years, Jennifer Lee, sons Case Joseph Towner and Jake Augustus Towner, brother James Towner, sisters Carolyn Towner Walters and Patricia Towner, and grandchild...

Petra N. Butler

September 10, 2019

Pat Butler (Petra Nicasio), born May 18, 1923, passed away on Tuesday, September 10, 2019.

She was 96 years old and predeceased by her husband, Joseph (Joe) Butler in 1984.

At her request, there will be no services and she will be buried in the Santa Fe National Cemetery.

Sam Dore

September 8, 2019

Sam Dore, 17, went to be with Jesus on Sunday, September 8, 2019.

Sam is preceded in death by his grandfather Morris Gelman.

Sam is survived by his father Joseph Dore, mother Victoria Dore, brothers; Paul Dore, Jacob Dore (Rachel), also aunts, uncles and cousins.

Sam's Life Celebration will begin with a Service...

Selfa "Sisco" Martinez

September 4, 2019

Selfa "Sisco" Martinez went to be with our Lord on Wednesday September 4, 2019.

Selfa is predeceased by her loving husband of 66 years, Edward "Sonny" Ruben Martinez; parents: Israel Morales Sr. and Louisa Morales; son James Edward Martinez, and brothers: Israel Morales and Blas Morales; and grandchild Evan.

Selfa is survived by sons: Steve...

Aurora Potts

September 4, 2019

Aurora Potts, 90, passed away Wednesday, September 4, 2019.

Aurora's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Friday, September 13, 2019 at 9:30 am at Reflections Funerals & Life Celebrations located at 2400 Washington St NE 87110. Burial will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 12:45 pm.

Pallbearers will be Charles Potts,...

Orcelia Vigil

August 30, 2019

God called Orcelia home in the early morning of August 30, 2019.

She was a loving wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great grandmother and friend to many.

Orcelia was preceded in death by her closest friend and loving Husband of 65 years, Juan, parents Estavan and Bersabe Quintana, brothers Alfares & Juan and several other siblings who...

Meña Escarcega Duarte

August 28, 2019

Meña Escarcega Duarte, 91, passed away in the prescence of her loving family on Wednesday, August 28, 2019.

Meña's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Monday, September 2, 2019 at 4:00 pm at Salazar Mortuary Located at 400 Third St SW, 87105. Rosary will be recited at 6:00 pm. Final Viewing will be held on...

Thomas Felix

August 28, 2019

Thomas Fellix, 87, passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2019.

Thomas is preceded in death by the mother of his children Vivian Cordova, Father Filiberto Felix, mother Vescentita Felix, sons; Thomas Felix, Jr., Patrick Felix, daughter Mary Lou Chacon, brother George Felix, and sister Virgie Felix.

He is survived by his sons; Raynold Felix, Ronald...

Ronald Goble

August 26, 2019

Ronald Lee Goble, 80, passed away on Monday, August 26, 2019.

SMSgt. Ret. Ronald L. Goble suffered a heart attack and passed away on Monday, August 26, 2019 at the age of 80.

He was born January 27, 1939 in Burlington, Iowa. Ron was in the USAF from September 1956 – 1960, then joined the...

Joseph A. Jaramillo

August 24, 2019

“He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and there will no longer be death; there will no longer be sorrow and anguish, or crying or pain, for the former order of things has passed away” (revelation 21:4).

Reinaldo E. Garcia, also known as Joseph A. Jaramillo, 39, a resident of Belen, NM, was called home...

Pedro Renteria

August 23, 2019

Pedro Renteria, 61, passed away on Friday, August 23, 2019.

Pedro's Life Celebration will begin with a Velorio at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 5, 2019 at the family home located at 410 Charleston St NE 87108. Service will be held on Friday, September 6, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at Salazar Mortuary located at 400 Third St...

Miguel Mendoza

August 19, 2019

Jose Miguel Mendoza, an exemplary husband, father, and friend was welcomed into the arms of our Lord at the age of 60 on Monday, August 19, 2019.

Whether it was work, tennis, or loving his family, there was no doubt that Miguel put his heart and soul into everything he was passionate about. He went from being...

Agueda Candelaria

August 15, 2019

Agueda Candelaria, 95, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 15, 2019 surrounded by her dear and loving family.

Agueda is preceded in death by her husband of over 50 years Macario Candelaria, and her sons; Joe Candelaria, Jerry Candelaria, father and mother Felicito & Catalina Rael, and her brothers; Inez Rael, James Rael, Juan...

Mario D. Ruiz

August 12, 2019

Mario D. Ruiz, 42, passed away on Monday, August 12, 2019.

Mario is preceded in death by his grandma Rita.

Mario is survived by his father Patrick D. Ruiz, mother Julia V. Ruiz, sons; Dominic Reyes Ruiz, Isaac Reyes Ruiz, Mario Reyes Ruiz, Matteo Reyes Ruiz, daughter Mia Reyes Ruiz, brothers; Patrick Ruiz, Jr., Angelo...