Obituaries

Jun 5, 2019

Fabian Benjamin Rivera, age 28, beloved son, brother, grandson, and  nephew, passed away Wednesday, June 5, 2019. He was a resident of Bernalillo, NM. Fabian loved playing video games, enjoyed family gatherings; and had a growing interest in the Bible.

He is preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Benjamin Rivera, Sr.  Fabian is survived by his...

Jun 1, 2019

Eddie Pablo, age 66, beloved son, brother and companion, went to be with the Lord, Saturday, June 1, 2019.  He was born on April 15, 1953 and was a lifelong resident of ToHajiilee, NM.  Eddie had a big heart and loved taking care of his mother; he was funny when he wanted to be, enjoyed going to the flea...

May 24, 2019

Joseph Randy Stevens

After a battle with pancreatic cancer, Joseph Randy Stevens passed away Friday, May 24, 2019 in his home at the age of 61. He was surrounded by his loving family. Joseph was a kind hearted man; he always put others first. He enjoyed spending time with his wife and children....

May 13, 2019

New Mexico loses a champion of local authors and books Barbara Jane Awalt [Rhetts], co-owner of Rio Grande Books and LPD Press and co-founder of the New Mexico Book Co-op, died at age 67 on May 13 at Albuquerque. She had been diagnosed with Stage IV Pancreatic Cancer just two months prior. She was in the public...

May 12, 2019

Raymond Darrell Fry, age 68, beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother, passed away peacefully Sunday, May 12, 2019. He was born in Nespelem, WA and was a resident of Cochiti Lake, NM.  Raymond graduated from North Central High School in Spokane, WA in 1970; and graduated from Eastern Washington University in 1975. He worked for the Bureau of Indian...

May 8, 2019

Mae Esther Garcia, age 82, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, went to be with the Lord, Wednesday, May 8, 2019.  She was born in Alameda, NM and currently was residing in Grants, NM. Mae was a member of the American Legion Post #69 Auxiliary in Alameda.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Juan and Ursulita...

May 6, 2019

Christine E. Mondragon, Age 55, died unexpectedly on May 6, 2019 in a tragic car accident. Her radiant soul will be truly missed by many friends and family. Displaying her love, faith and trust in God, she lived up to the definition of her name Christine: True believer in Christ.

She was born in Albuquerque, NM on...

May 6, 2019

Roger Leon Dopson passed away unexpectedly in his home on May 6, 2019. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Judy; his son Jake Dopson and wife Nicole; his daughter Cecily Tasker and husband Phil; his granddaughters Isabelle and Madlyn; his brother Dean Dopson and wife Karen; and many, many friends and extended family members. And of...

May 4, 2019

It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to Gary Jacquez.  Gary was born in Albuquerque, NM, on June 23rd, 1967 to become the adored and youngest member of the family.  Gary is deeply loved by, and survived by his parents, Joe and Angela Jacquez.  He leaves behind his son Joshua, whom he will watch over from Heaven. ...

May 2, 2019

Feliciano A. Montoya, age 90, beloved husband, dad, grandpa, and brother, went home to be with the Lord, Thursday, May 2, 2019. He was a lifelong resident of Cuba, NM.

Feliciano is survived by loving wife, Consuelo; his daughters,  Doris and Geraldine (Jake); grandsons, Antonio and Joaquin; and five great-grandkids.  Also surviving are his sisters, Carmelita, Perfectita,...

May 1, 2019

Joy Gray Snipes was born on March 1, 1938 and went home to be with the Lord on May 1, 2019.

As her name implies, Joy brought love and laughter to everyone she encountered.  Joy lived a life of service to her family, her church, and her community. She was a faithful member of Harvest Fellowship where...

Apr 24, 2019

Jane E. Denney was born in Placitas, NM on August 2, 1923 and passed away peacefully at home in Bernalillo, NM on April 24, 2019 while surrounded by her loving friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Denney; her parents, Antonio and Florinda DeLara; brothers, Max DeLara and sister-in-law, Esther, Ephriam DeLara and sister-in-law,...

Apr 22, 2019

Rose Trujillo Platero, age 90, passed away on April 22, 2019.  She was born to Adam Trujillo and Marina Montoya Trujillo on October 26, 1928 in Taos Pueblo.  She was preceded in death by her parents. Rose is survived by her sons, George Platero, Jr., Lawrence R. Platero, Gilbert A. Platero; and daughter Bernadine T. Apachito.

Pallbearers will be...

Apr 21, 2019

Merlinda Sena, age 92, passed away Sunday, April 21, 2019. She was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Elfego Lopez and Gavina Montoya Lopez.  Merlinda loved beautiful and colorful flowers and trees.  She would spend all her spare time gardening and working in her yard.  She not only maintained the prettiest yard in her neighborhood, she was also known as the Queen...

Apr 21, 2019

Sanchez, Juanita

Mrs. Juanita Sanchez, 80, a resident of Corrales, NM, passed away on April 21, 2019, after an arduous battle with cancer. She was born and raised in Manzano, NM. She is survived by her husband, Florencio Sanchez; seven children, Florencio Sanchez, Jr. and wife Anita, Rosa Sanchez, Steve Sanchez and wife Liz, Felice Furne and...

Apr 19, 2019

Gladys M. Gonzales, age 83, beloved mother, grandmother and sister, went to be with the Lord, Friday, April 19, 2019. She was born in Cuba, NM and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM. Gladys interests and hobbies were playing tennis, volleyball, and bowling; she an avid fan of the Dallas Cowboys and the NM Aggies.  She enjoyed dancing, vacating;...

Apr 9, 2019

Pauline  M. Phillips, age 88, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away  Tuesday, April 9, 2019. She was born in Kannapolis, NC and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM.

Pauline  is survived by her loving children, Beverly Hines and husband Tommy, Dwight Phillips and wife Eileen; 4 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren.  Pauline will be greatly missed...

Apr 9, 2019

Richard F. Gallegos, age 85, beloved father, grandfather, brother, and uncle,  passed away peacefully, Tuesday, April   9, 2019.   He was born in Ponderosa, NM and was a lifelong resident of  Bernalillo. Richard enjoyed gardening and making ristras de chile.  He will be fondly remembered by his sense of humor always making people laugh.

He was preceded in...

Apr 8, 2019

Melissa Rene Harmeson, age 42, beloved wife, mother, daughter, and sister, was called by our Lord to her heavenly home, Monday, April 8, 2019. She was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM, where she graduated from Valley High School in 1994, where she was four year cheerleader and lettered three years. Melissa worked for the City of Albuquerque from...

Apr 3, 2019

Erlinda Lorella Lovato, age 74, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and sister, was called to her heavenly home by our Lord, Wednesday, April 3, 2019.  She was born in Bernalillo, NM and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Dorothy and Manuel Baldonado; brothers, Manuel and Gilbert Baldonado.

Erlinda...