Obituaries

Feb 16, 2020

It is with sad hearts that we announce that Gregorita Trujillo, our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, and sister passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2020. She was born in Cuba, NM on August 27, 1926, and was a lifelong resident of Bernlaillo, NM.  Gregorita will be fondly remembered as a loving, caring and tender spirit. She loved music...

Feb 15, 2020

Lawrence "Larry" Navarro, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 15, 2020, while surrounded by his family.

He was preceded in death by wife, Louise.  Larry is survived by his two loving daughters, Janet Mares and husband Ronnie, Victoria Navarro and Edmund Perea; his grandchildren, Lauren "Punkie" Sosa and husband Carlos, Leanne "Budge" Mares, Nicholas Boynton and wife Kristin,...

Feb 11, 2020

Denese Irene Littlebird "Niec" was born on May 8, 1984 in Miles City, Montana.  Her Cheyenne name was Cedar Road Woman. She was a loving mother, daughter, sister, niece, cousin, and friend. She had a big personality and a bigger heart. Her childhood was spent between Montana and New Mexico. She attended schools in Albuquerque, NM and Poplar, Montana....

Feb 10, 2020

Trini (Garcia) Muniz, age 82, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully, Monday, February 10, 2020, while surround by her loving family. She was born in Ponderosa, NM and was a resident of Los Lunas, NM.

He was preceded in death by her parents, Leopoldo and Margarita Garcia; her husband, Oliveras Muniz; children, Debbie Saldana, James...

Feb 7, 2020

Johnny Rusty Manuelito, 77, of To’Hajiilee, New Mexico, passed away in the early morning hours  on February 7, 2020 surrounded by his beloved family. He was born on April 9, 1942 in Crownpoint, New Mexico, the son of the late Joe Manuelito and late Annie Wero.

Johnny was a talented craftsman as a silversmith. In his young adult...

Jan 31, 2020

Sally Baca, age 81, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away Friday, January 31, 2020. She was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM.  Sally worked for US West (Century Link) Telephone Company for 37 years.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Alberto and Dulcinea Harrison; her husband, Frank Baca; brothers, Raymond and Charlie Harrison, and...

Jan 30, 2020

Johnny R. Fajardo

March 30, 1935 - January 30, 2020

It is with heavy hearts and deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, Johnny R. Fajardo, age 84, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Johnny was born in Santa Rosa, New Mexico to Doroteo...

Jan 28, 2020

Raymond L. Martinez, age 72, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and uncle, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2020 while surrounded by his loving family.  He was a born and raised in Ensenada, NM and was a longtime resident of Bernalillo, NM, where he was a member of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, and of the Knights of Columbus Council...

Jan 22, 2020

Lawrence (Larry) Pacheco passed away on January 22, 2020.  He will be forever missed and was very much loved.  We know he is at peace now with his beloved mother and grandmother.

Services will be held on Monday, February 3, 2020 at Alameda Mortuary.  Gathering will be from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. followed by Memorial Services...

Jan 21, 2020

Eliseo Saavedra, age 88, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, January 21, 2020. He was born in Veguita, NM and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM. Eliseo served our country in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. He was well known for gardening and selling his chile and making ristras.  He also enjoyed going...

Jan 15, 2020

Elizabeth Urban, age 62, beloved mother, grandmother, daughter and sister, passed away Wednesday, January 15, 2020.  She was born in Albuquerque, NM and was a resident of Estancia, NM.

She was preceded in death by her father Martin, Sr.; and her niece, Julia.

Elizabeth is survived by her loving children, Veronica Urban (Luke Thompson), Christopher...

Jan 5, 2020

Barbara L. Aguilar, age 73, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister,  passed away peacefully, Sunday, January 5, 2020, while surrounded by her loving family. Barbara was a lifelong resident of Bernalillo, NM.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Roy and Mable Slater; son, Christopher R. Aguilar; brothers, Ronnie Tucker,  James Slater; sisters, Carmen Evanson, Joyce...

Jan 3, 2020

Ben Prieto, age 75, beloved husband, father and grandfather passed away peacefully, Friday, January 3, 2020.   He was born in Van Horn, TX, raised in Roswell, NM and was currently a resident of Albuquerque, NM.  Ben worked for the Credit Bureau of Albuquerque, then for Sandia Labs, and Career Services for the Disabled.

He was preceded in...

Dec 25, 2019

Josiah Luciano Montano, age 18, beloved son and brother, passed away Wednesday, December 25, 2019.  He was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque.  Josiah enjoyed baseball, basketball, and spending time with his family and friends.

Josiah is survived by his loving parents, Patrick and Victoria Montano, Azizi Carrillo; his brothers, Patrick "Bubbs", Nico, Noah, and Darius Montano, Nathaniel...

Dec 22, 2019

Lorraine Garduno, age 82, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully Sunday, December 22, 2019. She was born in Bernalillo, NM, and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM.  Lorraine was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, where she enjoyed singing with the Church choir for over 35 years; and attended weekly prayer meetings at Our...

Dec 21, 2019

John Isidro Mondragon, age 91, beloved father and grandfather, passed away peacefully, Saturday, December 21, 2019, while surrounded by his loving family.  He was born in Taos, NM and was a resident of Alameda. After graduating from High School John joined the New Mexico Army National Guard.  He went on to receiving his Master's Degree in Education and was...

Dec 20, 2019

Lucy (Jacquez) Casaus, age 100, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully, Friday, December 20, 2019, while surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Gallina, NM and was a resident of Cuba, NM, where she was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and of the Catholic Daughters.  Lucy's favorite pass time was reading, oh and how...

Dec 16, 2019

On Monday, December 16, 2019, heaven received a new angel, Adrianna E. Cordova, age 17 of Cuba, NM, who left us as a result of an auto accident.

Adrianna’s volleyball and track team relied on her positive and bubbly spirit.  Adrianna was a guiding and empowering teammate. Adrianna excelled in whatever she touched and joined.  Her Church...

Dec 10, 2019

David Naranjo, age 68, beloved son, father, and grandfather, passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2019.  He was born in Las Vegas, NM and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM. David graduated from Valley High School in 1969.  David served his country in the United States Army; then went on to NM Highlands University where he received his bachelors degree....

Dec 8, 2019

Freddy Fehr, age 46, beloved father and son passed away as a result of an accident, Sunday, December 8, 2019.  He was born in Chihuahua, Mexico and was a resident of Bernalillo, NM. Freddy was employed by A&J Steel, as an iron worker and welder.  He enjoyed dancing, baseball, boxing and traveling.

He was preceded in death by his...