Obituaries

Louis Velarde

Dec 29, 2021

Louis Velarde, left this world on December 29, 2021. Waiting for him in heaven were his parents Ignacio and Terecita Velarde, Rose who was married his brother Randy Velarde , and his niece Theresa. He is survived by his son, Chris Campbell, sister Reyna Emerson, Brother Tom Velarde and many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. Louis proudly...

Kenneth Morman

Dec 25, 2021

It is with our deepest sympathies that we announce the passing of our loved one Kenneth O. Morman. Kenneth lost his battle with COPD on December 25, 2021.

Kenneth was born on September 5th 1957 in Hempstead, NY. He was the first-born son of hard-working parents Glossene and Johnny Morman who have preceded him in death. He...

Daniel Brown

Dec 24, 2021

Daniel Warwick Brown passed away on December 24, 2021 in Albuquerque. Services are pending. An update will be made once dates have been set.

Anthony Almanzar

Dec 22, 2021

Anthony F. Almanzar

Was preceded in death by his Father Antonio Almanzar and Mother Isabel Almanzar, leaving behind his purpose in life one brother Joe Almanzar and one niece Jolina Almanzar, many uncles, aunts, cousins, and friends. How do you let go a brother that was there for everything good and bad , Anthony loved cooking, camping, sport games,...

Elaine Velarde

Dec 11, 2021

Elaine Velarde 76, of La Jara, NM passed away on December 11, 2021 peacefully at home with her loving husband by her side.

Elaine is preceded in death by her parents Eliseo and Erminda Valdez; father-in-law Richard Velarde; mother-in-law Cleotilde Velarde.

(niece Brandy Thomas).

Elaine is survived by her husband of 57 years,...

Phil (Filemon) Lucero

Dec 10, 2021

Phil (Filemon) Lucero Born February 20, 1937 in Pena Blanca, New Mexico. He went to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday December 10, 2021 at the age of 84. He was a man of great faith and served in the U.S. Navy. He was a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico and a member of St....

Joseph Garcia

Dec 8, 2021

Joseph Andrew Garcia 61, also known as Jt. Went home to be with the Lord on December 8, 2021 in Rio Rancho N. Mex. He is preceded into death by his parents Marcial & Rose Garcia, his brothers Eric, Patrick and Charlie, and sister Henrietta. He is survived by his wife Cathy Garcia, his sons Adam, Joseph Jr. Garcia,...

Clodovio Herrera

Dec 7, 2021

On Tuesday, December 7, 2021, Clodovio “Claude” Herrera, kind and loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and all-around extraordinary human, passed away at the age of 86.

Claude was born in 1935 in Juan Tomas, NM to Ygnacio and Aurelia Herrera. After graduating from Moriarty high school, Claude enlisted in the US Army and later attended UNM....

Candelaria Reams

Dec 6, 2021

Candelaria (Candy) E. Reams age 80 of Bernalillo, NM, passed away peacefully Monday, December 6th, 2021. Candy was born July 27, 1941 in Placitas, NM.

Candy is survived by daughters; Paula Donahue, Carmen Jorgenson (Harllee), son;Greg Reams (Francine), grandchildren; Shane (Monica), Justin (Ashley), Kaitlyn (Alex), Kodi (Jacob), Bailey, great grandchildren;Benicio, Dustin, Cheyenne, Athena, and Braxton. She is also survived by her...

Rose Lucero

Dec 5, 2021

Rose Lucero beloved Mother, grandmother, great-grand mother passed away on December  5, 2021.

Born in La Ventana, NM on December 13, 1931 to Ezequiel Padilla and Adela Duran. Survived by daughter Susan Myers, Daughter in law Bernice Lucero, Grand children Andrea Martinez, husband Arthur, Gabrielle Montoya, husband Antonio (Red), Sonny Padilla, Claudia Lucero, fiance’ Aaron Underwood.

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Rosella Valles Romero

Dec 4, 2021

It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, grand-mother and great-grandmother, Rosella Shella Valles Romero of San Antonio, NM.

Shella went to meet her Messiah Yeshua on December 4, 2021. Shella was born on April 18, 1951to Willie J. Valles and Eulogia Carrillo Valles in Veguita, NM. She was united...

Rick Sanchez

Dec 3, 2021

Rick Sanchez, a loving Son, Husband, Father, Grandpa, Uncle, Nino, Brother, Cousin, and Friend, passed away unexpectedly on Friday December 3rd, 2021 at the age of 53. Rick is survived by his parents Joann and TJ; sister, Kassi; his soulmate Melba; children, Jude, Dominic, and Monica; daughters in law, Victoria and Amanda; son in law, Brandon; grandchildren, Joziah, Emmett, Bryssa,...

Clarence "Skip" Chauvin Jr

Nov 26, 2021

Clarence "Skip" A. Chauvin Jr, passed away on  November 26, 2021. Affectionately known as Skip, a nickname that emanated from Grandma Chauvin calling him Skippy as a child, could in part be described through numerous adjectives: Precise, kind, endearing, supportive, intelligent, quick-witted, humorous and religious. He was also a loving husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather and great grandfather.

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Patricia Spencer Price

Nov 23, 2021

Patricia Rose Spencer Price passed away suddenly on November 23, 2021. Patti was born in 1962 in San Antonio, Texas. Patricia graduated from Valley High School in 1980 and received a BSW, summa cum laude, from the University of Albuquerque. She married Robert J. Price in 1985 and moved to Phoenix where she had their son, Garry, in 1988. Pat completed her...

Clara Ramirez

Nov 17, 2021

Clara Ramirez was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, co-worker, and friend. She left this world suddenly on November 17th, 2021 at age 72.

She was born to Herman and Georgia Salazar on August 21st, 1949 and was one of 14 children. She grew up in Youngsville, New Mexico and graduated from Coronado High School. She was...

Lorraine Gonzales

Nov 15, 2021

Lorraine Clarita Gonzales aged 76 was called home on Monday, November 15, 2021, after her short battle with Covid-19. Lorraine was born June 16, 1945 in Long Beach, California but became a thriving New Mexican transplant at a young age. She was a major contributor to the Jemez Valley Community at large. Not only did she work with our...

Lillie Bletcher - Gallegos

Nov 7, 2021

Lillie Bletcher-Gallegos transitioned peacefully on November 7, at her home in Albuquerque. Lillie was born in Seven Springs , New Mexico in 1936. She spent most of her life living in Cuba where she met her husband, Melquiades Gallegos. Together they started several successful businesses, which include a motel, a restaurant, a laundromat, a car wash, and a gas...

Luberto Ortiz

Nov 7, 2021

Luberto B. Ortiz  "Sapo", age 85, beloved husband, father and grandfather was called home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Sunday, November 7, 2021.

He was born on August 6, 1936 in Seboyeta, NM.  He was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM, and was employed by Sandia National Laboratory for 43 years.

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Mela Chavez

Nov 5, 2021

Mela T. Chavez was born April 12, 1930.  Our mother, grandmother, aunt, friend, and beloved wife to John passed away peacefully Friday, November 5, 2021, to be with Our Lord and Savior.  Mela joins her husband John J. Chavez and leaves behind her sons Mike, Stan, Ken, and Mark; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and great-great grandchildren.  She is also survived by brothers Ignacio Tafoya and...

Elsie Perez

Nov 4, 2021

Elsie Gladys Perez, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, age 80, passed away on Thursday, November 4, 2021. Elsie devoted her life to not only family, but also to the Catholic faith. She graduated from Our Lady of Sorrows in 1959 and was a member of the Blue Army of Our Lady of Fatima. Elsie married Henry Perez...