Obituaries

Aug 5, 2021

Rogeria U. Olivas, age 78, beloved sister, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 5, 2021, while surrounded by her loving family.  She was born in La Jara NM.  Rogeria was active in her community and was an active member of Immaculate Conception Church and Los Guadalupanos/Guadalupanas.

She was preceded in death by her...

Aug 1, 2021

Rubel Romero, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away on August 01, 2021 surrounded by his devoted family at the age of 69. Rubel is survived by his loving and devoted wife Martha Romero; son Mark Romero, grandchildren Shelby, Kelsey, Dylan; great-grandchildren, Giuliana, Mathieu; Brothers, John Brown (Terry), Steve Romero (Elaine), Robert Romero (Anna), Leo Romero (Tina), Andrew...

Jul 31, 2021

Elizabeth “Betty” A. Rubio passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on July 31st, 2021. She was born on August 22, 1941 in Grants, NM to Felix and Nellie Torrez. She is survived by her daughter Charlotte Gallegos & husband Gilbert. Her grandchildren, Andrew Gallegos, Victoria Sanchez & husband Jude, and Celena Gallegos, and 2 great grandchildren,...

Jul 12, 2021

Anna U Lucero, 81 passed away at home surrounded by family on July 12, 2021. She was born on October 18, 1939 in Taos, NM. To John and Cecilia Quintana. She was a devoted homemaker with multiple talents. She is survived by her husband Alberto Richard Lucero of 62 years. Children: Roxanne Thomas, Cecilia Lucero, Stella Winter (Flint), Richard...

Jul 8, 2021

Salvador “Sal” Torrez

Salvador “Sal” Torrez, age 66, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on Thursday July 8, 2021 while surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Globe, Arizona and was a residence of Albuquerque. He was preceded in death by his parents, Salvador, and Betty Torrez. Sal loved the outdoors, hunting,...

Jul 3, 2021

Pauline (Torres) Blechner, age 92, passed away peacefully at her home in Albuquerque on July 3, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, Benito and Carlota Torres, her son's, Benito Blechner, Philip Blechner, her brothers Hilario, Richard, and Ben Torres, and her sisters, Angie Torres and Candelaria CdeBaca. She is survived by her husband of 66 years, Albert, daughter, Renee,...

Jun 27, 2021

Anthony S, Trujillo Jr (Tony) was born on Jan 10th, 1975

to Anthony S. Trujillo Sr and Viola Trujillo Which he has joined

both in Heaven on June 27th, 2021 at the age 46.

He is survived by his Daughter Jasmine (Kylie), Sons Anthony, Patrick (Elisa)

Sisters Christine (Joey), Darlene (Jerry), Grandfather...

Jun 25, 2021

Shirley Ann Fernandez, age 85, passed away on June 25th, 2021, at her home in Corrales. Family and friends are invited to attend her funeral services on July 20th, 2021, at 8AM held at The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary located at 9502 4th St. NW Albuquerque 87114. Burial services will take place at the Santa Fe National...

Jun 20, 2021

Tito L. Montoya

Tito L. Montoya, age 72, passed away on Sunday, June 20, 2021 in Corrales, NM. As a lifelong resident of Corrales, Tito continued his father’s legacy of farming and living off the land. He was a devoted and loving father and grandfather. He is survived by his daughters: Lori Ann and Renee Montoya; Grandchildren:...

Jun 19, 2021

Serna, Joe Luis Age 74, passed away Saturday, June 19, 2021. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on October 22, 1946.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Manuelita Sandoval Serna

Joe is survived by wife, Irene Serna of Albuquerque, NM, daughter Elaine (wife Melissa) Segura Barela, and three stepchildren, Mark (wife Reylene) Garcia, Carlos...

Jun 18, 2021

Erlinda Martinez, 90, went to be with Lord, and reunited with the love of her life Epiemenio Martinez on June 18, 2021. She was born on November 14, 1930, in Gonzales Ranch, New Mexico. She was the heart and soul of our family always left you with a blessing, a hug, a song, and a smile. She was the...

Jun 18, 2021

George Fred Lopez

Was born January 29, 1958.  Passed away June 18, 2021. George was proceeded in the death of his father Cresencio Lopez Jr. and brother Rudy Lopez. George is survived by his son George Lopez, daughter Kristy Lopez and Grandson Izaya Johnson, Mother Lilly Lopez, two sisters Diane Rivera and husband Tomas, Carla Baca and husband Chris,...

Jun 14, 2021

Vigil, Tommy Age 63, passed away Monday, June 14, 2021. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on December 20, 1957, to  and   . He was preceded in death by his girlfriend Betty Rivera, father Moises Lorenzo Vigil. Tommy is survived by daughters, Renee Vigil of Bernalillo, NM, Nicole (Oscar) Garcia, Yvette Vigil, son Tommy James (Jolene) Vigil, God daughter...

Jun 13, 2021

Paul Sánchez, 83, beloved and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother passed away peacefully on the Lord’s Day, Sunday, June 13, 2021 in his childhood home with his wife and family by his side.

He was born February 22, 1938 in Alameda, NM. During high school, Paul was a decorated wrestler and pentathlete. He loved baseball, basketball, climbing, and the outdoors. After graduating...

Jun 10, 2021

Evangeline Sanchez (Vangie & Hellie) 95, Leavenworth, Homestead Assisted Living, passed away Thursday, June 10th, 2021 at Kansas City Hospice House and Palliative Care, Kansas City, Mo. with her loving daughter, Yolanda (Yogie) Dittemore and son-In-law Rodger Dittemore by her side. She was born August 12, 1925 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was the youngest of seven children to...

Jun 3, 2021

Elaine Smith, 90

Elaine Smith, 90, died June 3, 2021, peacefully in Albuquerque, New Mexico. In the days preceding her passing she was surrounded by her family.

Mrs. Smith was born June 12, 1930, in Brooklyn, New York. She met the love of her life Ezra J. Smith of Tucumcari, New Mexico in New York...

May 28, 2021

On Friday May 28, 2021, Rigo Morales, a resident of Albuquerque, was called home to be with the lord. He was born on November 02,1982 and was 38 years old. He was a loving and caring father, son, brother, cousin, and uncle who touched the lives of all who knew him. He is survived by his two daughters and...

May 24, 2021

June D. (Gallegos) Tafoya, born June 20, 1948, passed away on May 24, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, Higinio and Emma Gallegos, her siblings, Mary Ann (Gallegos) Duffy, James Gallegos, and numerous loved ones who welcomed her with loving arms into Heaven. June is survived by her loving husband, Isaac, to whom she was married...

May 23, 2021

George Flying Eagle Platero Jr. was born on February 2,1952 to George Platero Sr. (Navajo) and Rose Trujillo Platero (Taos Pueblo).  His late grandparents were Adam & Marie Trujillo from Taos Pueblo.  He is survived by his siblings Lawrence, Gilbert and Bernardine Platero. In 1973 George married Loria Nelson at St. Jerome Catholic Church in Taos Pueblo, NM. They...

May 21, 2021

Navajo Artist, Johnny Tso Yazzie, 75, a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on Friday, May 21, 2021. Johnny was one of the major contributors to the popularity and growth of contemporary Native American painting. Johnny was born to Guy Yazzie and Pearl Zonnie Chee Horseherder Yazzie, on the Navajo Reservation in Howell Mesa, Arizona on December 29, 1945.