Obituaries

Carlos "Xsintrix" Lovato

December 11, 2016

September 27, 1977 to December 11, 2016. Beloved son, brother, uncle and friend, you will always be a part of us. How could we forget that smile, those jokes, that determination to win every argument and to defend everyone you loved? We will celebrate your music and your life on Sunday, December 18, 2016 at Salazar Mortuary, 400 Third St....

Valerio Lucero

December 8, 2016

Valerio Lucero, born in Albuquerque, NM, on June 22, 1939, to parents Premetivo and Lucinda Lucero. His dad has since passed away, but his beloved mother at age 95 is still living. At the age of two, he moved to the small village of Seboyeta, NM, where he resided with his Tata and Nana, Benino and Lupita Lucero, whom he...

Benjamin Marquez

December 7, 2016

Benjamin Marquez, 83, went to be with our Lord on Wednesday, December 7, 2016. He is preceded in death by his mother Ponciana Marquez, father Juan Marquez, brother Florencio Marquez, and sister Mabel Tavasci. Benjamin is survived by his sister Margaret Zamora, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Ben was born in Milagro, NM on September 1, 1933 and lived...

Daniel I. Escarcega

December 7, 2016

Daniel I. Escarcega, 42, passed away, on Wednesday, December 7, 2016. Mr. Escarcega was preceded in death by his brothers Jesse Lovato, Jerry Lovato, Dennis Lovato, Lawrence Sprunk; and his special nephews Carlos Lovato and Dominic Sanchez. He is survived by his father Gustavo Escarega; mother Caroline Escarcega Sandoval; son Estevan Martinez; daughters Mariah Chavez & Elaina Chavez; brother Tommy...

Jessie Roybal

December 2, 2016

Jessie Roybal went to be with our Lord on Friday, December 2, 2016 (the anniversary of her mother's passing) in Albuquerque, N.M. She was born August 24, 1931 in Pecos, New Mexico to Jose Maria and Carmelita Roybal and was raised by her Aunt Refugito (Mamaito) Roybal. She resided in Santa Fe for most of her adult life. She is...

Cornelia "Corny" Nez

December 1, 2016

Cornelia "Corny" Jean Nez, 51, passed away on Thursday, December 1, 2016. She was predeceased by her dad, Regis Tsosie, Sr.; aunt, Sarah Noon; uncle, Billy Yazzie. Cornelia is survived by her children: Alyssa Benavidez and husband Chris, Joshua Vernon Nez, Gabrielle Dawn Nez, and Amerie Paige Onesalt; mother, Lottie L. Tsosie; siblings: Steven A. Darden and wife Rose, Lori...

Mario A. Baca

December 1, 2016

Mr. Mario A. Baca, 87, went to be with his Savior on Thursday, December 1, 2016. Mr. Baca was preceded in death by his parents, Jacobo and Lucila Baca and sons Frank Baca and Greg Baca. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Barbara R. Baca; children, Lara Baca (Paris Renfrow), Marina Lopez (Robert), Anita Baca (James Lujan),...

Camille Ann Kiegel

December 1, 2016

Camille Ann (Ingrassia) Kiegel, 89, died Thursday, December 1, 2016 following a brief stay at Hospice House North in Spokane, WA. Camille will be remembered for her energy, her intelligence and her involvement with people and causes that mattered to her deeply. She was a lifelong learner and remained curious about the world around her, exploring new activities until shortly...

Theresa Madrid

December 1, 2016

Theresa Madrid, 61, went to be with her Savior Thursday, December 1, 2016. Ms. Madrid was preceded in death by her grandparents, Catarino & Romelia Vigil and Manuel & Eufelia Madrid. She is survived by her parents, Jose S. and Lorie Madrid; siblings, Kathy Montoya (Orlando), Arlene Padilla and Joe Madrid (Gina.) Theresa was a loving daughter, sister and aunt...

Dolores Ortega

November 29, 2016

The family of Dolores Ortega is sad to announce her passing on Tuesday, November 29, 2016. Dolores was a life-long resident of Albuquerque, but she loved to travel to as many far away places as possible. Dolores began working as an operator at Mountain Bell the day after she graduating high school in 1969, and over the next 33 years,...

Nicolas "Nick" Martinez

November 29, 2016

Nicolas "Nick" Martinez, 79, passed away on Tuesday, November 29, 2016. He is survived by his wife Mary; children: Nick Jr. and wife Charlene, Anita A., and Debbie and husband Steve; sister Juanita; grandchildren: Nicole, Angelique, Anthony, Aaron, Gene, Abigail, Catalina, Nathan, and our lil baby "Angel" Nicholas; and four great-grandchildren. Nicholas' Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on...

Edward L. Lopez

November 27, 2016

Edward L. Lopez, 63, passed away on Sunday, November 27, 2016. Edward's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Friday, December 30, 2016 at 9:30 a.m. at Salazar Mortuary, followed by a Rosary at 10:00 a.m. and a Service at 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow Services at Mount Calvary Cemetery.

Visitation Salazar Mortuary 400 Third St SW...

Tito G. Montano

November 22, 2016

Tito G. Montano, 90 passed away on Tuesday, November 22, 2016. He is preceded in death by his parents, and son Ray Montano. Tito is survived by his wife, of 69 years, Frances Montano; sons Ben Montano and Richard Montano and wife Elaine; daughters Kathy Jaramillo and husband Arthur and Cindy Gutierrez and husband Cesar; daughter-in-law Rosie Montano; brothers Paul...

Todd David Lee Montoya Sr

November 21, 2016

Todd David Lee Montoya Sr., 46, passed away on Monday, November 21, 2016. He is survived by his parents Raymond Joseph and Wynona Montoya; son Todd David Lee Montoya Jr. and fiance Erica Ulibarri; sisters Anna Marie Hooley and Valarie Martinez; and grandchildren Raymond Joseph Montoya and Leila Rose Montoya. Todd's Life Celebration will begin with a Service on Monday,...

Lorrie Ann Solis

November 19, 2016

Lorrie Ann Solis, 54, passed away on Saturday, November 19, 2016. Lorrie's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Friday, December 2, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at Salazar Mortuary, followed by a Service at 3:00 p.m.

Visitation Salazar Mortuary 400 Third St SW Albuquerque, NM 87102 Friday, December 2, 2016 2:00 PM Service Salazar Mortuary 400 Third...

Carmen Esmeralda Rivera Nevarez

November 12, 2016

Carmen Esmeralda Rivera Nevarez, 10, went to be with our Lord on Saturday, November 12, 2016. Carmen's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation at 11:00 am on Tuesday, November 15, 2016 at Casa de Oracion (2 Winston Dr. Los Lunas, NM 87031) followed by a funeral service at 12:00 pm. Carmen will be laid to rest at Our Lady...

Seth James Gonzales

November 11, 2016

Seth James Gonzales, 24, went to be with his Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, November 11, 2016. Seth was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force. He served his country from 2011 to 2015. Seth was an exceptional athlete with a deep passion for wresting, football and the outdoors. He always gave 100% to every endeavor. His warm...

Larry Santiago

November 7, 2016

Larry Santiago, 54, passed away on Monday, November 7, 2016. Mr. Santiago was preceded in death his parents, Lawrence and Lila Santiago, and his brother John Santiago. He is survived by his brothers Joseph, Jerry, and David Santiago; his sister Pauline Santiago; and his best friends Clarence Davis and wife Danette, Gabriel Davis and wife Kelsey. He was a dispatch...

Angel 'Santana' Martinez-Hernandez

November 6, 2016

Angel 'Santana' Martinez-Hernandez, 22, of Roswell, NM, went to be with our Lord on Sunday, November 6, 2016 in Albuquerque, NM. He is preceded in death by Victor Quezada Jr., Rosie and Jack Davis, Frankie Martinez, Edgar Camacho "Pochito", Anthony "Boom Boom" Martinez, and LeRoy Valdez. Angel is survived by his father Jose and wife Amanda Hernandez; mother Cecelia Martinez;...

Nickie Garcia

October 31, 2016

Nickie Garcia, 85 went to be with our Lord on Monday, October 31, 2016. She was preceded in death by a son David Maldonado and a sister Lucy Barela. She is survived by her husband of 62 years Robert Garcia; one son Martin Garcia and wife Evelyn; three daughters Irene Garcia, Faye Maldonado, Christine and husband Grant; three brothers Joe...