Obituaries

Nov 8, 2019

Nellie Vandever, age 80, beloved mother, grandmother and sister,  passed away Friday, November 8, 2019.  She received her masters from the Baylor Methodist collage in Dallas, TX and was a Registered Nurse who worked at the Baylor Methodist Hospital.  Nellie also worked at the uranium mines in Grants, NM, then retired to become a silversmith.  Some of Nellie's interests...

Nov 5, 2019

Margaret Short, age 72, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and sister, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, November 5, 2019.   She was born in Bernalillo, NM and was a resident of Rio Rancho, NM.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Tony and Ida Fierro; her brothers, Andres, Norbert, Carlos, Guillermo, and Anthony Fierro.

Margaret is survived...

Oct 30, 2019

Andrew Paul Maldonado, age 52, beloved and devoted husband, father, son, and brother, passed away unexpectedly, Wednesday, October 30, 2019.    He was a lifelong resident of Placitas, NM.  Andrew enjoyed riding his motorcycle, kayaking, running, biking, marathons, playing guitar and singing. Andrew loved from his heart and he loved his family, he sang, lived, rode and worked with...

Oct 27, 2019

Raquel P. Lujan, age 98, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully, Sunday, October 27, 2019. She was born in Sapello, NM and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM, where she was member of Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church.

Raquel is survived by her loving children, Martha Kavanaugh, Yolanda Lopez and husband Robert, Priscilla Silva and husband...

Oct 15, 2019

Don Lovato, age 96, beloved father, grandfather, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, October 15, 2019, while surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Cuba, NM, formerly lived and grew up in LaJara, NM most of his single life; and was a long time resident of Bernalillo, NM. Don was proud to serve our country in the...

Oct 6, 2019

Juanito Garcia, 100, passed away on October 6, 2019 at his daughter Roberta and Clarence's home, while surrounded by his loving family.  He was born in Vallecitos, NM on October 2, 1919, the son of Simon and Christina Garcia.

Juanito married Deluvina Flores on December 27, 1944; last year they celebrated 75 years of marriage. As a...

Oct 6, 2019

Robert Charles Braasch, age 77, beloved father and grandfather, passed away Sunday, October 6, 2019. He was born in Chicago, IL on May 22, 1942. Robert served our country in the United States Navy.  He was a lifelong successful carpenter specializing in woodwork and Art. Some of Robert's hobbies and interests include: in his spare time being a Ham...

Oct 5, 2019

Loyola Gutierrez, age 99, was born on September 13, 1920 in Alameda, NM and passed away peacefully at home, Saturday, October 5, 2019 with his loving family at his side.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Neita; his parents, Tomas and Domitilia (Tilia Montoya) Gutierrez; and three sisters.

Loyola is survived by...

Oct 1, 2019

Candelaria Garcia Maldonado, age 96, beloved sister, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away Tuesday, October 1, 2019. She was born in Cuidad Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico and was a longtime resident of Albuquerque, NM.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Gabriel Guadalupe Garcia and Maria Blasa Vasquez; her sister, Alicia G. Perez; brother, Gabriel Gilberto Garcia;...

Oct 1, 2019

Amalio Gomez Aranda, age 78, beloved husband and brother, passed away peacefully,  Tuesday, October 1, 2019, while surrounded by his loving family.   He was born in Gran Morlelos, Mexico and was a resident of Algodones, NM.

Amalio is survived by his loving wife Fedolina Aranda; his brothers, Armando and Mario Aranda; and 16 nephews and nieces.  Amalio...

Sep 30, 2019

Danny Rey, Jr., age 43, beloved husband, father, son, and brother, was called to his heavenly home by the Lord, Monday, September 30, 2019. He was born in Midland, TX and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM. Danny graduated from West Mesa High School in 1994.  He enjoyed music, photography, cooking, and was an avid fan of the Dallas...

Sep 29, 2019

Maria Ines Fought, age 87, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister,  passed away peacefully, Sunday, September 29, 2019.  She was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM. Maria was known as and referred to by so many as "grandma".

She was preceded in death by her parents, Placido Lucero and Rosalia Griego; her husband, George Fought; daughter, Lucille Fought;...

Sep 24, 2019

Sarah Maestas, age 84, beloved sister, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, September 24, 2019.  She was born in Cleveland, NM and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM.  Sarah enjoyed quilting, patchwork, painting and ceramics.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Alejandro and Isabel Maestas; sisters, Estella Sanchez and Lucia Rorex.

Sarah is survived by...

Sep 21, 2019

Ralph E. Martinez, age 61, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away Saturday, September 21, 2019.  He was born in Santa Fe, NM and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM.  Ralph served his country in the United States Army.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Luisa Martinez.  Ralph is survived by wife...

Sep 10, 2019

Dean Wilken Rose, age 81, beloved husband, father, grandfather, passed away Tuesday, September 10, 2019. He was born in Greenfield, OH and was a resident of Rio Rancho, NM. Dean was the owner and operator of Rosedale Enterprises in Albuquerque, NM.

Dean is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Barbara Ann Rose; five children; 15...

Sep 2, 2019

Daniel Roybal, age 70, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away Monday, September 2, 2019.  He was born in Las Vegas, NM and was a resident of Bernalillo, NM.

He  is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Lydia Roybal; his children, Christina, Steve, Kathy and husband Felix, Mike and wife Amber; 15 grandchildren; and nine...

Aug 31, 2019

Beatrice (Bea) Gurule Aragon (forever 29) a lifetime resident of Alameda, passed away Saturday, August 31, 2019 after a short illness, while surrounded by her loving family. Bea had a passion for shopping and was on a first name basis with almost every sales clerk at Macy’s, Dillard’s and JCPenney’s. She retired from Sun Country Industries and went on...

Aug 29, 2019

Paul Gallegos, age 51, beloved husband, father, and brother, left this earth to complete his journey with the Lord, Thursday, August 29, 2019.  He was born in Denver, CO and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM.  Paul had a big heart, he was kind and always willing to help his family and friends.  Paul's true passion was working on...

Aug 23, 2019

Orlando G. Duran, age 82, beloved father, grandfather and brother was embraced by the Lord and taken to Eternal Life, Friday, August 23, 2019.  He was born in Albuquerque, NM, was a member of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, and a member of the SNMN2MDMP #2 Society of New Mexico.  He retired from the Albuquerque Fire...

Aug 22, 2019

Bernadette Garcia, age 50, beloved mother, daughter, sister and grand-daughter was called to her heavenly home Thursday, August 22, 2019. She was born in Los Angeles, CA on November 26, 1968, and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM.  Bernadette graduated from Cibola High School in 1986 and was employed by Sun Soft Corp for 15 years.  Bernadette enjoyed fishing,...