Obituaries

Paulie Perez

Paulie Perez

April 25, 2017

Paulie Perez, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, passed into the presence of God on Tuesday, April 25, 2017. She was born September 23, 1946 in St. Johns, Arizona, grew up in Salado, Arizona, and was currently a resident of Bernalillo, New Mexico. Paulie was preceded in death by her grandparents, Grover and Lasarita Milligan, her parents Juan and Emma...

Caroline E. Chavez Gutierrez

Caroline E. Chavez Gutierrez

April 25, 2017

Caroline E. Chavez Gutierrez, 64, went to be with our Lord on Tuesday, April 25, 2017. Caroline's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Friday, May 5, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at Salazar Mortuary, followed by a Rosary at 10:30 a.m. and a Service at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow Services at Fairview Memorial Park Cemetery.

Visitation...

Kathy Garcia

Kathy Garcia

April 24, 2017

Kathleen Marie Garcia, 50, died due to complications from Alzheimer's disease on Monday, April 24th. She was predeceased by her parents: Henry and Frances Garcia. Kathy is survived by her sisters: Alice, Carolyn, Judy, Ellen, and Elizabeth; and many nieces and nephews. Kathy was such a joy and having her in our lives has made us better people. A special...

Freddie Arellano

Freddie Arellano

April 23, 2017

Freddie Arellano, went to be with our Lord on April 23, 2017. Despite humble beginnings, Freddie achieved a happy and good life through grit, bravery, confidence, and a tireless work ethic. These traits combined with his outgoing, friendly, and funny personality made him a character to remember whether you were an old time pal or a stranger in line sharing...

Troy S. Ruof

Troy S. Ruof

April 23, 2017

Troy S. Ruof our beloved husband, son, father, brother, grandfather, brother-in-law and friend left us unexpectedly on April 23, 2017 to return to our loving father. His unconditional love, support and kindness will truly be missed. Troy was born in Tuba City, AZ on November 25, 1969. He was raised in Salt Lake City, UT and moved to Albuquerque in...

Antoinette Jordan Mccann

Antoinette Jordan Mccann

April 23, 2017

Antoinette Jordan McCann, 79, passed away on April 23, 2017 at Kindred Hospice in Albuquerque, NM surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on February 22, 1938 in Chattanooga, TN to Ira and Mamie Jordan. Antoinette grew up between Chattanooga, TN and Denver, Colorado where she raised by her Aunts Rosa Zulong and Theresa Smith. She graduated from Manual...

Earl Wyane Dean Jr

Earl Wyane Dean Jr

April 22, 2017

Earl Dean, was called home to be with our Lord on Saturday, April 22, 2017. Earl's Life Celebration will begin with a Gathering on Monday, May 1, 2017 from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. at Gorman Distributing Co., located at 730 Haines NW, 87102, where you would always find him. Please come visit.

Family Gathering Gorman Distributing Co. 730...

Anthony "Tony" A. Romero

Anthony "Tony" A. Romero

April 22, 2017

Mr. Anthony "Tony" Romero, 66, went in peace surrounded by loved ones on Saturday, April 22, 2017. Mr. Romero was preceded in death by his parents: Lucas and Alice Romero; and his brothers: Alfonso Romero and Sardo Romero. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Helen Romero; sons: Rudy Romero, Phillip Romero, Albert Romero and his wife Kimberly,...

Juanita Lopez

Juanita Lopez

April 20, 2017

Juanita was called home to be with the Lord late April 20th, 2017 at the age of 44 in Tijeras, NM. She was born July 19th, 1972 in Albuquerque, NM. Juanita was a kindred spirit to many. She made a special connection or shared a special relationship with several. She enjoyed life to the fullest and fought for it in...

David Lee Maples

David Lee Maples

April 19, 2017

David Maples, 49, passed away on Wednesday, April 19, 2017. He is preceded in death by his mother Frankie Maples. David is survived by his wife, of 14 years, Lucinda Maples; father Fred Maples; sons John Baca, and Pedro Baca and Danielle; daughter Erica Baca and Issac Toledo, and Shannon Noble; brother Allen and Tina Maples; sisters: Jackie and Nash...

Margie Romero

Margie Romero

April 18, 2017

Mrs. Margie S. Romero age 59, passed away Tuesday, April 18, 2017. She was preceded in death by her father, Nick Chavez, Jr. She is survived by her husband Andrew Romero Sr. of 44 years, her son Andrew Romero, Jr., daughters, Jennifer Moya (Steven) and Kimberly Romero, her mother Agnes Chavez, two grandchildren, Monique and Sydney, 3 brothers, 2 sisters,...

James Paul Barreras

James Paul Barreras

April 14, 2017

James "Jim" Paul Barreras went to be with our Lord on April 14, 2017. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Anna V. Barreras; his sister Nina Santiago; sons Christopher Barreras & Jim Barreras and wife Lisa; daughters Karen Bentzen & Shirley Gallegos and husband Steve; as well as 5 grandchildren. James's Life Celebration will begin with a...

Manuel Aragon Jr

Manuel Aragon Jr

April 13, 2017

Vietnam Army SP4 Manuel Aragon Jr. entered Gods Army on Thursday April 13, 2017 surrounded by his loved ones. Manuel was preceded in death by his wife Frieda Martinez-Aragon, his son Paul Aragon, his Parents Manuel and Elvira Aragon. He is survived by his son Mark Aragon and companion Lola Ortega, His sisters Lorraine and husband Jorge Ibuado of Los...

Cleo Craig

Cleo Craig

April 7, 2017

Cleo Craig, 92, passed away on Friday, April 7, 2017. She is survived by her daughter Maria Crespin and Willie Lovato; sister Eulalia Chavez; four grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; thirteen great-great grandchildren; two great-great-great grandchildren; and caretakers Donna Barreras, Cecil Barreras, Susy Ortiz and Michelle Crespin. Cleo's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Friday, April 14, 2017 at...

Joe F. Lucero

Joe F. Lucero

April 4, 2017

Joe F. Lucero, 75, passed away on Tuesday, April 4, 2017. He is survived by his daughter Debra Otero; granddaughters Alexandria Otero ad Selena Otero; godsons Desiderio Ortiz and Dominic Ortiz; daughter Ruby Rodriguez; Josh Gutierrez; and Robert D. Ortiz. Joe loved to go hunting and fishing with his family. He enjoyed being with his family and friends and had...

Rosemary Hernandez

Rosemary Hernandez

April 3, 2017

Rosemary Hernandez, 28, passed away on Monday, April 3, 2017. She is survived by her mother Patricia Pam; and daughters Uriah Hernandez and Isavella. Rosemary's Life Celebration will begin with a Rosary on Friday, May 12, 2017 at 8:30 a.m. at the Shrine of St. Bernadette Catholic Church, located at 11509 Indian School Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112, followed by...

Perfilia M. Gonzales

Perfilia M. Gonzales

April 1, 2017

Perfilia M. Gonzales, 99, passed away on Saturday, April 1, 2017. She is preceded in death by her husband, of 62 years, Arturo Gonzales. Perfilia is survived by her sons Max Gonzales (Elaine) and Art Gonzales (Janie); daughters Kathy Ortiz (Edward), Bennie Holler, and Judy Smith (Al); 9 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. Perfilia's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation...

Delfinia Leyba

Delfinia Leyba

March 28, 2017

Delfinia Leyba, 96, died peacefully at home on Tuesday, March 28th. She was preceded in death by her husband of 75 years, Manuel Leyba; and her sons: Victor, Manuel, Lawrence, and Matthew. Delfinia is survived by her children: Gene Leyba and wife Renna, Johnny Leyba, Alfred Leyba, Barbara Cogley and husband Mike, Charlene Montoya and husband Rick; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren...

Rose Mary Garcia

Rose Mary Garcia

March 28, 2017

Mrs. Rose Mary Garcia went to be with her Savior on March 28, 2017. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Morris Garcia; her brother Robert Maestas (Juana); sisters Josephina Griego (Bernie), Chrisella Madrid (Michael), Georgia Sedillo (Tiny), and Mary Lucero (Ronnie); sons Juan Garcia, (Adia Corley), Martin Garcia (Christine), Tim Garcia (Jody), Anthony Garcia, Juan Velasquez, and...

Melissa Ann Gutierrez

Melissa Ann Gutierrez

March 23, 2017

Melissa "Missy" Dugas Gutierrez, age 46, was called home by her heavenly Father on March 23, 2017. A strong Catholic Christian, she is at peace. Melissa was born in Minot N.D. on December 29, 1970 and had friends in many states growing up in a military family. She graduated from Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic School, St Pius X...