Obituaries

Jun 1, 2020

Patricia Meleski-Heydt continued her journey on June 1, 2020.  She was born in Poteau, OK to Harold and Wanda Wolf Ferguson.  She grew up in Roswell, NM, and graduated from Roswell High School as Salutatorian for the Class of 1954.  Patricia attended NMSU in Las Cruces, completing her bachelor’s degree in English.  During her Cruces years, she was one...

May 30, 2020

Chonita “Chonie” Zamora passed at home on Saturday, May 30, 2020 with her children by her side. A lifelong resident of Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, she was born April 8, 1930 to Nestor and Ramoncita Jaramillo. She was a caring and beloved mother, grandmother, sister, auntie, and friend who always made sure that her whole family was taken care...

May 29, 2020

Rachel Vigil passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her loving family on Friday, May 29, 2020. Rachel was born on October 15, 1933 in McGaffey, NM.  Rachel lived in Grants, NM during the first half of her life then later moved to the Rio Rancho/Albuquerque area.  Rachel was a devoted Catholic her entire life, she was faithful...

May 27, 2020

On May 27, 2020, Perfecta (Maestas) Montoya, 78, received her wings and went to walk with the angels. She peacefully passed away at her home in Albuquerque, NM, surrounded by her loving husband of 58 years, children, and grandchildren.

Perfecta is survived by her husband, Frank G. Montoya; Son, George A. Montoya; daughter, Tina M. Montoya-Villas and husband,...

May 27, 2020

Fidelia Maria Gonzales Cordova a resident of Albuquerque, NM passed away on May 27, 2020. She was born on June 10, 1943 in Las Vegas, NM to Telesfor Gonzales and Juanita.

Fidelia (Fiddie) was a loving mother giving up her own selfish ambition to instead dedicate her time to her husband and four children. Being there for...

May 26, 2020

Samuel Bruno, age 81, beloved father and grandfather, passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2020.  He was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM, where he owned and operated Bruno's Plumbing and Heating for over 50 years.  Samuel enjoyed gardening, and was a faithful Catholic.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jose and Vicenta Bruno; daughter, Carol...

May 21, 2020

Dorothy Padilla Montoya, age 75, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away Thursday, May 21, 2020.  She was born in Silver City, NM and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM.

Dorothy received her degree in nursing from the University of New Mexico, and specialized in Oncology. She was loved by her patients as well as her...

May 9, 2020

Francisco “Frank” S. Gonzales, born March 22, 1946, died May 9, 2020. Frank was born and raised in Roswell, NM and left the state - moving to Virginia with his brother Ray and wife Inge. Soon, he joined Job Corps, where he completed his high school education and was trained in bookkeeping and drafting.

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May 8, 2020

Margie Casias, age 96, passed away peacefully in her sleep Friday, May 8, 2020. A lifelong resident of New Mexico, Margie was born in Wagon Mound and raised in Cimarron before moving to Albuquerque with her husband, Andy. A woman of many talents, Margie was active in her church and enjoyed several hobbies throughout her life including dancing, baking,...

May 8, 2020

On Friday, May 8, 2020, heaven got a little fuller when Maria del Carmen Sandoval checked in.  She passed away warm and comfortable in her home and surrounded by family.  To many who had the joy of knowing Carmen, her memory is illustrated by her embrace of many roles in life:   loving mother, sister, aunt, friend, and, of course,...

May 7, 2020

Emma Marie Romero, age 78, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully,  Thursday, May 7, 2020, while surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Ponderosa, NM in 1941 to the late Fidel and Refugio Trujillo. Emma was married to her husband Jose Romero. The two were planning on celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary later this...

May 6, 2020

Nell Christianna Reid was born May 28, 1954 in Albany, Oregon to Richard and Jeanette Reid. She died May 6, 2020 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Nell attended Oregon State University and received a bachelor's degree in 1978. She was an active member of the Assistance League of Albuquerque. She is survived by her son, Taylor Reid Hood, her daughter-in-law,...

Apr 30, 2020

Carlos Daniel Martinez, age 70, beloved brother, passed away peacefully, Thursday, April 30, 2020. He was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM. Carlos enjoyed music and playing his guitar.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jacobo and Felicita Martinez; and his wife Victoria Martinez.

Carlos is survived by three brothers, Pete Martinez and...

Apr 25, 2020

Frank McVey White October 19th, 1939 - April 25th, 2020

After completing a full and rich life of love, joy, service, and generosity, Frank McVey White, age 80, passed in comfort and peace, surrounded by a loving and grateful family, on Saturday, April 25th.

Frank was born in Middlesboro, Kentucky to Hubert White and Virginia...

Apr 25, 2020

Lucy Cervantes, age 91, beloved sister, aunt, great-aunt, and great-great-aunt, was embraced by the Lord Jesus, Saturday, April 25, 2020. She was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM; where she was a member of St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Church. Lucy retired from American Furniture after 44 years of service. Some of Lucy's hobbies and interests included, going to...

Apr 19, 2020

Galen McCurdy Cunningham, age 95,  beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully Sunday, April 19, 2020.

Galen grew up in Apollo, Pennsylvania during the Great Depression. He chose to honorably serve his country as a Marine during WWII. He moved to Albuquerque, where he spent many years working and raising three children.  In 1979 he married...

Apr 17, 2020

Luz Joe Garcia, age 85, beloved father, grandfather, and brother, passed away Friday, April 17, 2020. He was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Benino and Trinida; his wife Frances Garcia; sister, Sophia Vallejos; and brothers, Tony and Vicente Garcia. Luz is survived by his sons, Jonathan and Ronnie...

Apr 15, 2020

Richard Dallas Clayton went to be with the Lord on April 15, 2020. He passed quietly in his home, surrounded by family. Dallas was born on February 22, 1938 to Dwane and Martha Clayton in Fonda, IA. Dallas grew up all over the midwest; Creston, IA, Burwell, NE, and Ottawa, KS, where he graduated high school in 1956. Shortly...

Mar 31, 2020

Mark Romero, age 71, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2020. He was born in Santa Rosa, NM on April 23, 1948 and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM.  Mark graduated in 1964 from Valley High School, he retired from General Electric Co. after 35 years of service.  He enjoyed hunting, camping, fishing, and...

Mar 19, 2020

Genaro Tafoya, age 67, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully, Thursday, March 19, 2020.  He was born on June 27, 1952 and was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM.  Genaro served our country in the United States Army.  He retired from the City of Albuquerque after 20 years of service.

He was preceded in death...