Obituaries
Ralph Duran
November 17, 2017
Mr. Duran went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 17th. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Mary Jane Duran; children: Felicia Duran, Stan Duran and wife Michelle, Juanita Duran, and Rachel Strong and husband Paul; and 7 grandchildren: Amelia, Robert, Katherine, Olivia, Brandon, Matthew, and Nathan. Ralph was a veteran of the U.S. Navy who...
Samantha Hope Sandoval-Lucero
November 16, 2017
Samantha Hope Sandoval-Lucero, "BUG" went to be with our Lord on November 16, 2017.Samantha was preceded in death by her grandparents: Alfonso and Juanita Lucero, and cousin, Isaiah Gurule. She leaves behind her mother Sylvia Lucero and fiancAC. Steven Chavez, father Rodney Sandoval, step-brother Frank Chavez, and step-sister Gabriella Chavez, grandparents: Ray and Marie Sandoval, great-great grandma Louise Baca, nino...
William B. Schuessler
November 16, 2017
William B. Schuessler, Bill, passed away on Thursday, November 16, 2017. He is predeceased by his wife of 50 years, Josefine, who also died of esophageal cancer almost five years ago. He is survived by his daughters, Martina Sisneros and Stephanie Kindred; son-in-law Roy Sisneros; grandchildren Cliff Kindred, Alex Sisneros, and Angie Sisneros; brother Eric Schuessler; sister Bonnie Smith; brother-in-law...
Richard Lucero
November 11, 2017
Richard Lucero Sunrise 7/14/47 Sunset 11/11/17 Richard would like to let you know that his work here on earth is done. He received a call, a sort of an offer you can't refuse, for an appointment from which he will not be returning. This assignment comes with a huge sign-on bonus, a reunion with family and friends he hasn't seen...
Mario L. Baca
November 10, 2017
Mario L. Baca, born March 2, 1954, went to be with the Lord on November 10, 2017. He was preceded in death by, his father Albert Baca and mother Tillie Baca, brothers Albert, David and Tommie Baca and grandson Fabian Lopez. He is survived by his daughter Jennifer Madrid, four grandchildren and a great grandchild, Brothers, Ray and Sally Baca,...
Rudy Baca
November 6, 2017
Rudolph (Rudy) Baca, 93, lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family. He was preceded in death by his wife Urcy, their beloved son, Brucie, his parents, Jake and Lucille and five siblings, Lucille, Jake Jr., Eleanor, Irene and Mario. Rudy is survived by three siblings, Bernie, Natalie and Robert, seven children, Rudy, Gloria, Mark,...
Ernestine "Tina" Chavez
November 3, 2017
Ernestine "Tina" Chavez was born on May 9, 1936 in Santa Clara, New Mexico.Beloved Mother, grandmother, great grandmother and Aunt Ernestine was proceeded in death by her son Steven Chavez and has gone to be with our Lord and Savior on November 3rd, 2017. She is survived by her children Rita Chavez, Joseph Chavez, David Chavez, Leonard Chavez, Sylvia Martinez,...
Treva Ree Crain
November 1, 2017
Treva Crain, 78, passed away on November 1st, 2017. Treva was predeceased by her children: Randy Crain and Vickie Crain. She is survived by her children: Rick Crain, Nicole Crain, Michael Crain, and Kenetta Jaramillo; and grandchildren: Andrea, Michael, Riley, Ricky, Dani, Hayden, Jacque, Christopher, Frank, Cody, and Casey. Treva was an amazing mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. A Private service...
Julia La Riva
October 30, 2017
Julia, Maria Osti, Felix La Riva, 87, beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, aunt, grandmother & friend passed away Oct 30, 2017 She is proceeded in death by her dearest mother Belen Felix and her parents Benjamin Osti and Estelle Velaquez, siblings Francisco, "Pancho" and Juana Aguilera, Pablo Salazar, and husband Antonio A. La Riva. Julia was born in San Francisco...
Jose D. Benavidez
October 26, 2017
Jose David Benavidez, 95, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2017 in Albuquerque, NM. Jose, was born in Jarales, NM, and was a World War II veteran. Mr. Benavidez was preceded in death by his parents Juanita and Luis Benavidez. He is survived by his children Sylvia Lovato, Dora Ortiz and husband Ralph, Ruth Velasco, Mary Jane Benavidez, David Benavidez,...
Justine I. Atencio
October 22, 2017
Justine I. Atencio passed away peacefully in her home on October 22, 2017 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Justine was born on December 15, 1925 in Albuquerque, to Alvidia (Garcia) and Sansako Inamura. She was preceded in death by her husband Phillip Atencio Sr. and her son Phillip Atencio Jr. She is survived by her children Harold Hall, Janie Hall Manzanares,...
Brian E. Tafoya
October 20, 2017
Longtime teacher and former journalist Brian Ernest Tafoya of Albuquerque died peacefully at home on Oct. 20. He was 66. The second oldest child of Herman O. and Edna Tafoya, Brian was a devoted husband, proud father and beaming grandpa. His wife of 37 years, Nancy, their two children and grandson were the loves of his life. Brian grew up...
Monique Mona Martinez-Dominguez
October 11, 2017
Monique Sonia Martinez-Dominguez, 37, passed away Wednesday, October 11, 2017, from complications following a severe asthma attack. Monique was born September 2, 1980, in Albuquerque to Robert (Bob) and Rose Martinez. Monique is survived by her husband, Orlando, her sons, Andres, Orlando, and Jace; her mother and step-father, Rose and John; her father and step-mother, Robert and Rita; her mother-in-law,...
Joshua Scott Bouloy
October 10, 2017
Joshua Scott Bouloy, 27, son of Kathleen (Olivas) and Gregory Bouloy, a native Albuquerquean, died October 10, 2017. Josh leaves behind five older siblings, parents, aunts and uncles and a long trail of friends and family who already miss him dearly. Joshua was raised in NM and attended most of his high school in Israel. He learned Hebrew quickly and...
Lavona Mae Smith
October 10, 2017
Lavona Mae Smith a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico for 62 years passed away at home on October 10, 2017 after a long battle with Alzheimer's. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, L.J.Smith: Son's, Martin D. Smith (Lisa), David H Smith (Yolanda), Dennis J Smith (Kelly), Jeffrey A Smith (Victoria). 6 Grandchildren and 4 Great Grandchildren. Lavona...
Rosaura Herrera
October 9, 2017
Rosaura "Rosie" Herrera June 3, 1951 - October 9, 2017 A resident of Dallas, Texas went to our Lord on Monday, October 9, 2017. Rosie went to dance with the angels as she was called upon to go to Heaven. She meant so much too so many and had a heart of gold. She had unconditional love and her smile...
Carnation Armijo
October 4, 2017
Carnation "Encarnacion" Armijo, a resident of Abuquerque, went to be with our Lord on Wednesday, October 4, 2017. Carnation passed away peacefully while at Presbyterian Kaseman Hospice. She was born on March 5, 1926, the daughter of Elifas and Adelina Aragon. She was adopted by Michael and Encarnacion Saracino of Polvadera, NM. She is proceeded in death by her husband...
Eloise Romero
October 1, 2017
Eloise Romero, 78, went to be with our Lord on Sunday, October 1, 2017. She is preceded in death by her granddaughter Kristine Dunworth and her brother William Palladino. Eloise is survived by her loving husband, of 59 years, Gilbert Romero; daughters Kathleen Clack and Theresa Dunworth (Brian); brother Jerome Palladino (Nancy); sisters Jeanette Rose and Cecelia Jaramillo; great grandchildren...
Ruben Lucero
September 30, 2017
Ruben Arthur Lucero, age 61 and a life-long resident of Albuquerque, passed away on September 30, 2017 after a brief battle with an aggressive cancer. He was born in Albuquerque on June 20, 1956 to Preciliano Lucero and Josephine Cano. Ruben was preceded in death by his father, and is survived by his mother; daughters, Trinidad Lucero and Sandra Lucero;...
Angela Sanchez
September 30, 2017
Angela Sanchez (May 31, 1916-September 30, 2017), 101 years young, was reunited in heaven with her husband of 66+years, Victor C. Sanchez (March 28, 1914-December 23, 2006.) Free from suffering, you're in Paradise. As per Angela's wishes private services and interment were held. We love you Mom! God bless you and Dad.
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