Obituaries

Jan 18, 2019

Celina Angel, age 79, beloved mother, grandmother and sister, passed away peacefully, Friday, January 18, 2019. She was born in Chilli, NM and was resident of Albuquerque.

She was preceded in death by her son, Brian Angel. Celina is survived by her daughter, Denise Angel; five grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and four sisters, Placida, Amanda, Anita and Martha....

Jan 13, 2019

Amy  Darden Estelle, age 68, passed away peacefully, Sunday, January 13, 2019, when the moon was in it's first quarter, at home in Albuquerque with her wife by her side and snow gently covering the landscape.

She graduated in 1968 from LaGrange High School; received her B.S. Microbiology in 1972 from University of Georgia; her M.S Resource...

Jan 11, 2019

Ambrose V. Chavez, age 97, beloved father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully, Friday, January 11, 2019, in Houston, TX. He was a resident of Albuquerque, NM, and was currently living in Houston, TX.  Ambrose graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1939, then went on to join the United States Army serving his country during World War II; and...

Dec 25, 2018

Juanita "Julia" Archibeque, age 79, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away Tuesday, December 25, 2018.  She was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM.  Julia enjoyed baking, kitting, shopping, and going to the casino.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Leonardo and Pablita Padilla; sister, Clorinda Aragon.

Julia is survived by her loving...

Dec 22, 2018

Patrick J. Chavez, age 63, beloved father, grandfather, brother, and uncle, passed away peacefully at his home, Saturday, December 22, 2018.  He was a lifelong resident of Bernalillo, NM.  Pat enjoyed fishing, camping, and spending time with family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father Jose H. Chavez Sr.; his mother, Angelina M. Baldonado; brother, Leonard...

Dec 21, 2018

Helen B. Jaramillo, age 93, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully, Friday, December 21, 2018.  She was born in Jemez Springs, NM and was a resident of Albuquerque.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jose Ignacio and Elizabeth (Smith) Garcia; her husband Tony Jaramillo; and daughter, Isabelle Mora.

Helen is survived...

Dec 18, 2018

Johnny John Scar Martinez, age 68, passed away peacefully Tuesday, December 18, 2018.  He was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM.  Johnny graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1968.  He was a United States Army Veteran of the Viet Nam era from 1969 to 1971, who served his country in Korea.  He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign...

Dec 13, 2018

Shirley Ann Levesque, age 84, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully, Thursday, December 13, 2018. She was born in Snyder, TX and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM. Shirley enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, art, traveling, and an occasional glass of Champagne.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Leamon and...

Dec 11, 2018

Johnathon A. Montano, age 39, beloved father, son, brother, and grandson, passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday, December 11, 2018.  He was born in Albuquerque, and was a resident of Corrales, NM.  Johnathon enjoyed basketball, fishing, and was an avid Denver Broncos fan since he was a little boy.

Johnathon is survived by his daughters, Onika, Stefani, and Sabrina...

Dec 8, 2018

Carolyn M. Kovach, age 89, beloved mother and sister, passed away peacefully, Saturday, December 8, 2018. She was born in Thurman, Ohio and was currently residing in Albuquerque, NM. Carolyn retired from Kroger Company after 15 years of service; she also served as a Deaconess with her Church in Aurora, OH; and was involved with the Recreation Commission for...

Dec 1, 2018

Margarito “Mage” Jose Paiz, age 61, beloved father, companion, and brother, passed away unexpectedly, Saturday, December 1, 2018. He was born in Santa Fe, NM on June 16, 1957, and was a resident of Pena Blanca, NM.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Margarito and Theresa Paiz; brother, Almer Paiz; and by his niece, Amanda...

Nov 29, 2018

Fabiola "Faby" Olivas, beloved and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and mother-in-law, passed away peacefully at her home Thursday, November 29, 2018, while surrounded by her loving family. Faby was an amazing, loving, caring, graceful and faithful woman, who helped and gave of herself and her time to everyone who knew her. Her family was her priority and she would...

Nov 28, 2018

Fabiola M. Aragon, age 93, beloved mother and sister, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, November 28, 2018.  She was born in Puerto de Luna, NM and was a resident of Alameda, NM.  Fabiola was a member of Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic  Church, where she was a member of the Alter and Rosary   She enjoyed gardening, spending time...

Nov 24, 2018

Timothy Lee Turner, age 55, beloved spouse and brother, passed away Saturday, November 24, 2018. He was born in Marianna, FL and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Harvey and Barbara Turner.  Timothy is survived by his spouse, Guillermo Camacho; his siblings, Richard Carlisle and wife Dianna, Debbie Carlisle,...

Nov 23, 2018

Larry Mata, 66, beloved brother, dad, grandpa and friend, passed away at his home on November 23, 2018. Larry was born in Albuquerque on August 22, 1952.  He attended Alameda Elementary, Taylor Junior High, West Mesa High school, and NM State University in Las Cruces.  His professional career was spent in H-Vac and building maintenance around the city. Larry...

Nov 16, 2018

Debra J. Banda, 55, loving mother, grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on November 16, 2018.

Debra was an only child, but she was a sister to many, like a mother to even more and one of the best friend's anyone could ask for. Her calling was centered in being of service to...

Nov 12, 2018

Joe Richard Rivera, Jr., age 90, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully Monday, November 12, 2018.  He was born in Sile, NM and was a resident of Algodones, NM.  Richard served our country in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict.  He enjoyed farming and ranching.

He was preceded in death by his...

Nov 12, 2018

Carmen Martinez, age 104, beloved mother and grandmother of three generations, passed away peacefully Monday, November 12, 2018. She was born in Ojitos Frios, NM and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM.

Carmen is survived by her loving sons, Benny Martinez and wife Berna, Daniel Martinez and wife Eleanor, Raymond Martinez, and Victor Martinez; her grandchildren, Tony...

Nov 10, 2018

Porfiria Sanchez 87 of Cuba, New Mexico passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 10, 2018, surrounded by her loving family.  She was born on February 28, 1931 in Cuba New Mexico.

She is preceded in death by her husband Felix Sanchez, Granddaughter Jessica Sanchez, parents Eusebio and Merejilda Aragon, sister Emma Jaramillo and in-laws Ruben and Teodorita...

Nov 9, 2018

Rosie M. Jaramillo, age 77, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully Friday, November 9, 2018.  She was raised in Cuba and Canones, NM, and was a resident of Bernalillo, NM.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Jaramillo; her parents, Joe and Lillian Madrid. Rosie  is survived by her loving children, Frank Jaramillo,...