Obituaries

Nov 29, 2022

Lugardita Montoya was received in the loving arms of Silverio & Louisa Montoya on April 6, 1924 a beautiful blue eyed baby girl.

Her family grew to six generations, most of whom she helped raise.

Lugo was a strong Catholic daughter for many years. She served as Sandoval County Treasurer for many years as well as other jobs.

She was...

Nov 28, 2022

 

Kevin Conrad Hazelbaker, of Las Cruces, NM, passed away on November 28, 2022, at his home. He was 61. A memorial will be held at a later date. Kevin was born the son of Kenneth Conrad and Dorothyann (Williams) Hazelbaker on May 19, 1961 in Craig, CO.

 

He spent his childhood and attended school in Steamboat Springs,...

Nov 25, 2022

 

We are sad to announce the passing of our beloved son Blaine Tyler Denetdele, age 30 on November 25, 2022.  He was born on December 22, 1991 in Tuba City, AZ. Blaine graduated from Cibola High School in Albuquerque in May 2011.  He was proceeded in death by his brother Eric-Brandon and grandmother Peggy.  He is survived by his parents Mavis...

Nov 21, 2022

Gage Evan Cavasos was born July 21,1992.

He passed away unexpectedly at the age of 30 on November 21, 2022. Gage is survived by his wife Desiree Ortega, son Evan, parents Shelly & Mark Cavasos, 2 siblings Whitney, and Craig, grandmother Diane Fireovid, and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Gage grew up in the North Valley. He graduated from...

Nov 11, 2022

William passed away on November 11, 2022, at the age of 86 in Albuquerque, NM. He was born on March 13, 1936, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to Curtis Gilmore and Vera both of whom have preceded him in death.

Bill graduated High School in Odessa, Texas and received a golf scholarship to Oklahoma University. In 1959 he married Sue Chenowith...

Nov 10, 2022

 

Nancy R Pepin passed away at her home in Albuquerque, NM on November 10, 2022. She was born in Fort Smith, Arkansas and moved to Albuquerque with her parents when she was 16. She attended Highland High School and graduated with an Anthropology degree from the University of New Mexico. Later in life, she went back to school and...

Oct 21, 2022

 

Betty Jane Bolf Porter

April 27, 1937 – October 21, 2022

 

Betty Jane Bolf Porter passed away October 21 in Albuquerque, NM.  She moves into Heaven after 63 years of marriage, four kids with 14 grandchildren, five great grandchildren and numerous unofficial but beloved children who passed through her doors during 50 years of residence in Las Cruces,...

Oct 16, 2022

Diane Scully left this world on October 16, 2022 at the age of 57.  She died in her home in Albuquerque, New Mexico.  Her friends and family should take comfort in knowing that, although the cause was cancer, she did not have a prolonged illness.  We are all grateful for this.

Diane was eminently compassionate, always offering aid and a...

Oct 16, 2022

 

It is with great sorrow that we announce that Louisa M Acosta; a lifelong resident of Bernalillo, NM passed away on October 16, 2022, surrounded by her family. She will be greatly missed as she was the Center of our family. Louisa is survived by her husband of 58 years, Henry Acosta, and her children: Elizabeth (Petra)Baldonado, Carrie (Victor)...

Oct 12, 2022

Our Radiant BeingOur family is saddened to announce, on October 12th, 2022, our beloved father,brother, son, family man and friend, Darwin Reategui, passed on to his nextstep into the spiritual realm at the age of 55. His strong-fought battle withpain and suffering has finally come to an end. Our dad can restget the sleep he deserves.Darwin, requested a cremation and...

Oct 1, 2022

 

On Saturday, October 1, 2022, May Khalil Kassicieh, loving and devoted aunt, sister, niece, godmother, and friend, passed away at age 64.

 

May was born in Amman, Jordan on June 18, 1958 to her parents Raoufeh and Khalil Kassicieh. She immigrated to the U.S. for her university studies at the age of 21, and studied education at The...

Sep 29, 2022

 

Dominga Naranjo  age 98, beloved sister, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away Thursday, September 29, 2022.  She was born in Cleveland, NM, to Roman Ruiz and Manuelita Montano, and has been a longtime resident of Albuquerque, NM. Dominga was a homemaker for most of her life, and was happy living a simple lifestyle.

Some of Dominga’s hobbies and interests...

Sep 26, 2022

Joe Adrian Gallegos aka Ichabod

 Joe Gallegos passed away peacefully on 9/26/2022 at the age of 75.

Joe was preceded in death by his father Atanacio Gallegos, mother Sue Durbon, brother David Gallegos.

Joe is survived by Abran Gallegos, Julie Garcia, step-mom Diane Gallegos, Tony Gallegos, his daughters Andrea Gallegos, Adrianna Gallegos, and Monica Story. Grandchildren Alexander, Gabriel, Aleia, and...

Sep 17, 2022

 

Kenneth Harry Mestes Jr.

 

Kenneth was called home 9/17/2022. He was born to his parents Kenneth Harry Mestes Sr. and Jorena Mestes on 3/24/1989

In Gallup, NM.

Kenneth graduated from Tse Yai Gai High School. He went on to IAIA Art College and then Attended Job Corps in Albuquerque, NM and majored in Masinory.

Kenneth had many...

Sep 17, 2022

   

Rudy W. Tenorio

Rudy passed away at home peacefully on September 17, 2022.

Rudy was preceded in death by his son Leonard, parents Guillermo and Ignacita Tenorio,

His grandparents who raised him; Liberato and Victoriana Montoya and his sister Martha Reynolds.

Rudy is survived by his wife Tillie. Daughter Yvette Arnold and husband Rob; his son Jeffrey Tenorio...

Sep 13, 2022

 

  Magdalena C. Aragon was born on November 22, 1952. She was the daughter of Pablo Aragon and Carmelita Cordova Aragon of Cuba, NM.

Maggie passed away peacefully at her home in Albuquerque's South Valley on September 13, 2022.

  She was raised in Cuba, New Mexico as one of twelve children. She cherished her family and...

Sep 12, 2022

Julia M. Marquez, 72, beloved mother, wife, daughter, sister, grandmother, and friend was called to her eternal resting place on Sunday, Jun 12, 2022. She was born on May 4,1950 to her parents Joe and Theresa Valdez in Bernalillo, NM.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her beloved husband Eddie R. Marquez, her son Joe...

Sep 12, 2022

Randolph L Armijo was born August 17, 1928.

Randolph is a Corrals resident and a Korean War Veteran, recipient of the good conduct medal, Army occupant medal, National defense medal, Korean service medal, with three bronze service stars.

Randolph was called home on May 21, 2022. He is survived by his son Randall L Armijo;...

Sep 10, 2022

 

On Saturday September 10th, 2022, Our precious son Brandon Molina was calledhome to be with our Lord. Brandon is survived by his parents Jerry and Joan Molina,his brother Michael Molina, Grandparents Perfectita Chavez, John and Loyola Molina,his girlfriend RaeLee Eylicio, and many Aunts, Uncles, cousins and friends. Brandonenjoyed spending time with his family and friends.

Brandon was born March...

Sep 1, 2022

Maria "Nellie" Reyes was called to Heaven surrounded by loved ones on September 1, 2022 at the age of 70. She was born in Canjilon, New Mexico to Melaquias and Marianita Romero. She resided in Placitas, New Mexico since 1983 and at the time of her passing.

She is survived by her Husband of 49 years Jose...