Obituaries

Albert J. Sandoval

June 25, 2019

Albert J. Sandoval, age 88, passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2019.

Albert was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico on June 1, 1931.

Albert was preceded in death by his wife Mary J. Sandoval of Albuquerque, New Mexico and many brothers and sisters.

Albert is survived by the mother of his six children...

Pedro Hernandez Chavez

June 24, 2019

Pedro Hernández Chávez nació en Hidalgo del Parral, Chihuahua el 11 de diciembre del 1954.  Deja a su esposa de 45 años, Socorro Hernández Chaparro, sus hijos Jose Angel y familia, Pedro Junior y familia, Noemí e hijos y Marissa.  Pedro falleció el 24 de junio del 2019 al lado de su familia. Pedro era residente de...

Dionicio B. Ortiz

June 19, 2019

Dionicio B. Ortiz, 88, passed away on Wednesday, June 19, 2019.

Dionicio was born in Silver City, NM on September 29, 1930.

Dionicio is survived by his wife, Antonia L. Ortiz, son Eddie (Yvonne) Ortiz, and daughters Rosemary (Neil) Gergen, Norma Ortiz and Bernadette (Carla) Ortiz. He is also survived by his grandchildren Christopher (Rae-Ann)...

Margarita Copas

June 14, 2019

Margarita Copas, 76, went to be with our Lord on Friday, June 14, 2019.

Margarita is preceded by her father Francisco Copas Orozco, mother Rosaura Gutierrez Castillo, brothers: Agustin Copas Gutierrez, Daniel Copas, sisters: Clara Copas, and Marina Copas.

Margarita is survived by her husband of 52 years Isabel Solis, sons: Naudin Solis (Marisela Solis),...

Ray D. Bailey

June 11, 2019

Ray D. Bailey, 80, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, June 11, 2019.

Ray was a choir and elementary teacher for the Hobbs Municipal Schools for 30 years. He was also involved with Boy Scouts of America for over 50 years, The Gideon Ministry, and sang with the Highland Harmonizers of Albuquerque.

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Mary Lucero

June 6, 2019

Mary Lucero, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away June 6, 2019.

She is preceded in death by her father Filomeno Lucero of Canoncito NM and mother Maria Antonia of Tijeras NM.

She is survived by her sons Mark Lucero and wife Natasha, Herman Gurule and wife Georgia, and Charlie Gurule, daughters Joan Culcutt, Rose Gutierrez,...

Eugene E Gonzales

June 5, 2019

Eugene E. Gonzales, 76, passed away on Wednesday, June 5, 2019.

Eugene's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at 1:00 pm at Salazar Mortuary located at 400 Third St SW 87102. Final Viewing will be held on Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at 10:00 am at St. Joseph's Catholic Church located at...

Rosemary Aragon Lyle

June 5, 2019

Rosemary Aragon Lyle went to our Lord on June 5, 2019. Rosemary was born and raised in Espanola, New Mexico, one of three daughters of Paul and Virginia Aragon. She worked as a civil servant during the Cold War to ensure our Nation's security. Later she became an entrepreneur using only her will and her strength.

She...

Mary Rose Chavez

June 2, 2019

Rose Chávez died peacefully on the Day of Ascension, Sunday, June 2, 2019. She was 92.

A devout Catholic, she was a steadfast follower of Padre Pio’s teachings. Her faith was spread widely as she witnessed to others so that they may lead a more observant Christian life.

Mary Rose Petra Chávez was born on...

Teresa S. Delgado

May 30, 2019

Teresa S. Delgado, 63, went to be with our Lord on Thursday, May 30, 2019.

She is predeceased by her parents George and Maxine Towner.

Teresa is survived by her husband of 27 years Apolinar Delgado, son Adam Delgado (Roberta Candelaria), daughters Julie Towner (Rafael Carrillo Hernandez), Jennifer Delgado, brothers George Towner, Lee Towner, David...

Alberto Ortiz Jr.

May 23, 2019

Alberto Ortiz Jr. passed away Thursday, May 23, 2019.

Alberto's Life Celebration will begin with a Service on Saturday, June 1, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at Salazar Mortuary located at 400 Third St SW 87102. A Rosary will be held at at 1:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe in Pena Blanca, 816 NM-22, Peña Blanca, NM...

Carlos Andres Saenz

May 21, 2019

Carlos Andres Saenz went to be with our Lord on Tuesday, May 21, 2019.

Carlos is predeceased by his father Guillermo Saenz and sister Lee Ana Vasquez.

Carlos is survived by his mother Amelia Guerrero, daughter Natalie Renee Saenz, brothers: Cruz Tafoya, Chris Tafoya, Mikey Tafoya, Jesse Tafoya, Marcos Tafoya, and sister Bobbie Jo Rascon....

Emma J. Lopez

May 19, 2019

Emma J. Lopez, 76, of Albuquerque, NM went to be with our Lord on Sunday, May 19, 2019 with her family by her side.

She is preceded in death by her mother Fedelia Trujeque, father Paul Trujeque, step father Lorenzo Baca, husband Dionicio Lopez, brothers: Joe Trujeque, and Daniel Trujeque.

She is survived by her...

Tappy

May 16, 2019

Bernadette "Tappy" Nevarez, 53, passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2019.

Tappy is predeceased by her father and mother Ismael and Carmen Garcia, nephews: Jojo Torres, Donald Garcia, and Carlos Vigil.

She is survived by her husband of 19 years Joe-Anthony Nevarez, her birds: Hansel and Gretel, her fur babies: Emily, Lilly, Luna, Pennylane, Ruby,...

Rolando Rebollo-Romero

May 16, 2019

Rolando Rebollo-Romero, 46, passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2019.

Rolando's Life Celebration will begin with a Rosary on Tuesday, May 21, 2019 at 4:00 p.m. at the Holy Family Catholic Church Hall (562 Atrisco Dr. SW). Mass will begin at at 7:00 p.m. at the Holy Family Catholic Church.

Rolando Rebollo-Romero, 46, fallecio el...

Felicia Alvina Salas

May 16, 2019

Felicia Alvina Salas, 24, passed away Thursday, May 16, 2019.

She is preceded in death by her father and brother; Robert Michael and Roberto Jerome Salas.

Felicia is survived by her significant other; Joshua Gomez, her mother; Clara Salas, her sister; Natasha Salas, and her dog; Koda.

Felicia's Life Celebration will begin with...

Donald G. Katonak

May 14, 2019

Donald G Katonak, 89, passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2019.

Donald is preceded in death by his brother David Katonak.

Donald is survived by his wife of 51 years, Carol Katonak, sons: Tyler Katonak, David Katonak (Lisa), daughter Annette James (Robert), brother Douglas Katonak, 3 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

Donald's life...

Christine A. Salazar

May 14, 2019

Christine A. Salazar, 54, passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2019.

Christine's life will be celebrated with a Catholic Service on Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at 6:30 pm inside Reflection of Life® Chapel located at 2400 Washington St NE, 87110.

Mario Aguilar Hernandez

May 14, 2019

Mario Aguilar Hernandez, 65, passed away Tuesday, May 14, 2019.

Mario's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Friday, May 17, 2019 at at 5:00 p.m. at Salazar Mortuary located at 400 Third St SW, 87102. Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. and a Catholic Service will begin at 7:30 p.m.

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Bonifacio (Boney) A. Lopez

May 14, 2019

Bonifacio (Boney) A. Lopez, July 1, 1924-May 14, 2019 died peacefully in the arms of his loving daughters, in Vadito, NM. Dad was born in Quemado. NM. He is survived by his daughters, Margaret Lopez-Coplen (Richard), Arlene Lopez (Deb), grandchildren, Brian Gallegos (Amy), Angie Valdez (Joel), four great grandchildren, Necia Gallegos, Zenin Gallegos,  Adrien Evans and Ariana Evans and...