Obituaries

Ledora I. Fajardo

Ledora I. Fajardo

Oct 12, 2017

Ledora I. Fajardo, age 91, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, was embraced by the Lord Thursday, October 12, 2017 and taken to Eternal Life.  She was born in Dawson, NM and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM.  Ledora's hobbies were embroidery, sewing, make quilts, and dancing. She was preceded in death by her parents, Antonio and Flora Wallace; her husband Philip L....

Agapito Valencia

Agapito Valencia

Oct 10, 2017

Agapito Valencia, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, October 10, 2017 at his home in Bernalillo, Nm at the age of 87.  He was a lifelong resident of Bernalillo, NM.  Agapito served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict.  He enjoyed fishing and hunting with his friends. He was preceded in death by his parents Petronillio and Maria Valencia; daughter...

Manuel Torres

Manuel Torres

Oct 8, 2017

Manuel M. Torres, age 91,  beloved father, grandfather, and brother, was embraced by the Lord Sunday, October 8, 2017 and taken to Eternal Life. He was born in Pena Blanca, NM and was a resident of Albuquerque. Manuel served our country in the United States Army during World War II.   Manuel was co-owner and operator of Ortiz and Torres Dry Wall...

Ramon Fuentes

Ramon Fuentes

Oct 7, 2017

Ramon Fuentes, born March 8, 1924, was called home on October 7, 2017. He was 93 years old. He is survived by his sister, Irene Anzures; daughter, Cathy Zubia and husband Danny; sons, Jerome Fuentes and Joseph Fuentes; daughter, Mary Lou Moya and husband Ernest; son, Louie Moya and wife Debra; grandchildren, Derek Fuentes, Annette Atencio and husband Mario, Karin...

Guadalupe Chavez

Guadalupe Chavez

Sep 29, 2017

Guadalupe "Lupe" Chavez, age 84, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, was embraced by the Lord Friday, September 29, 2017 and taken to Eternal Life.   He was born in Albuquerque, NM, where he was raised in Los Padillas area and was a longtime resident of Bernalillo, NM.  Lupe will be fondly remember by his kindness, generosity, and willingness to help others....

Francisco Aguirre

Francisco Aguirre

Sep 26, 2017

Francisco Aguirre, age 74, beloved father, grandfather, and brother, was embraced by the Lord, Tuesday, September 26, 2017 and taken to his heavenly home. He was born in Temple, TX on August 21, 1943 and was a resident of Alamogordo, NM.  Francisco was fondly known as Frank to many who were touched by his contagious smile.   He was a proud Veteran...

Frank Baca

Frank Baca

Sep 10, 2017

Frank Baca passed away on Sunday, September 10, 2017. He was born in San Pedro, NM on September 17, 1935. He was preceded in death by his parents Abel and Anita Baca, siblings Carlos, Julian, Ursulita, Ignacita, and Nestor. Frank is survived by his wife, Sally Baca, daughter, Christina Baca(Frank Lopez), Sons, Gerald Baca (Yvonne), and Jonathan Baca (Ashley), Grandchildren;...

Richard Hobson

Richard Hobson

Sep 10, 2017

Richard “Dick” Hobson passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his loving family, Sunday, September 10, 2017. He was born on March 23, 1937 in Richmond, Kansas and raised in nearby Eskridge, Kansas. He is preceded in death by his parents Ray C. and Bertha E. (Riebe) Hobson and daughter Melody Lynn Hobson. He is survived by Nancy, his...

Margarito Urioste

Margarito Urioste

Aug 30, 2017

Urioste, Margarito Ruben Age 58, passed away Wednesday, August 30, 2017. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on June 2, 1959, to Margarito and Claudine Maes. Margarito is survived by wife, Grace M. Urioste; mother, Claudine Maes; children, Anthony, David, Bobby and Crystal; grandson, Michael; brothers, Jerry, Michael; sisters, Diane and Debbie. Ruben will be greatly missed by all who...

Nelson Atencio

Nelson Atencio

Aug 20, 2017

Nelson Quirino Atencio, age 88, beloved father and brother, passed away peacefully, Sunday, August 20, 2017.  He was born in Dixon, NM and was a resident of Albuquerque.  Nelson was a proud Veteran who served our country in the United States Army during the Korean conflict.  Nelson was a respected Church Elder and usher for many years at The United Church of Los...

Carmen Lovato

Carmen Lovato

Aug 17, 2017

Carmen Lovato, age 91, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully Thursday, August 17, 2017.  He was lifelong resident of Cuba, NM, where he was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jose Ignacio and Lauriana Lovato; his first wife, Mary Jane Lovato; and daughter-in-law, Dara Lovato. Carmen is survived by...

Ruby Hoolihan

Ruby Hoolihan

Aug 17, 2017

Jovita Earlinda “Ruby” Hoolihan nee Ruiz of Ponderosa, NM joined our father in heaven on Thursday, August 17, 2017 at the age of 87.  Ruby is survived by her daughters Anita Doe and husband James of Bluewater, NM, Elaine Hoolihan of Albuquerque, NM, Roberta Willis of Albuquerque, NM, and Angela Hermann and husband Tim of Albuquerque, NM; 9 grandchildren, 11 great...

Marcus Leija

Marcus Leija

Aug 1, 2017

Marcus Allan Leija, age 34, beloved father, son, brother, and grandson, passed away Tuesday, August 1, 2017.  He was a resident of Albuquerque, NM.  Marcus was a 2001 graduate of Bernalillo High School; and was employed by NICOR for over 13 years.  He loved spending time with his son, Marcus Jr., and enjoyed playing drums, listening to music; some his favorite movies were,...

Robert Garcia

Robert Garcia

Jul 28, 2017

Robert Garcia, age 70, beloved and devoted husband, father, and grandfather, was embraced by the Lord, Friday, July 28, 2017, after a courageous battle with cancer.  He was born in Dalhart, TX and was a resident of Bernalillo, NM.  Robert served our country in the United States Navy during the Viet Nam War.  He enjoyed fishing, camping, woodwork, and music. He was preceded...

Seth Reed

Seth Reed

Jul 23, 2017

Seth Allen Reed, age 30, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, July 23, 2017 in Santa Fe, NM.  Seth had a passion for anything with an engine, something that he shared with his father and brothers.  He enjoyed camping, fishing, hunting, and anything outdoors.  Seth was a loving son, little brother, nephew and uncle and is deeply loved by his family and will be missed.  Seth...

John Rudy Valdez

John Rudy Valdez

Jul 17, 2017

John Rudy Valdez, age 83, beloved father, grandfather, brother, and uncle, passed away Saturday, July 15, 2017.  He was born in Las Cruces, NM and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM.  John enjoyed getting together with his family and friends and telling old stories.  He will be fondly remembered for his contagious laughter and his smile. He was preceded in death by his...

Sam Sperry

Sam Sperry

Jul 16, 2017

Sam H. Sperry, age 81, beloved and devoted husband, father, grandfather, passed away peacefully, Sunday, July 16, 2017.  He was born in San Angelo, TX and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM.  Sam received his Bachelor’s degree from the University of New Mexico and his Masters from the University of Montana.  He was a mathematician and Statistician, who worked many years for the...

Raymond Lopez

Raymond Lopez

Jul 4, 2017

Raymond A. Lopez, age 55, beloved husband, father, grandfather, went to be with the Lord Tuesday, July 4, 2017.  He was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM.  Raymond was an auto mechanic, who enjoyed painting and working on automobiles, and was a jack of all trades. He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Agapita Lopez; brothers, Phillip, Richard and...

Anita C De Baca

Anita C De Baca

Jun 28, 2017

Anita H. C De Baca, age 93, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully Wednesday, June 28, 2017.  She was a lifelong resident of Corrales, NM. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bautista and Roberta Targhetta; her husband, Raymond H. C De Baca; and grandson, Daniel C De Baca. Anita is survived her loving children, Patrick C De Baca...

Adelina Griego

Adelina Griego

Jun 25, 2017

Adelina C. Griego, age 93, beloved and devoted mother, grandmother and sister, passed away peacefully Sunday, June 25, 2017, while surrounded by her loving family.   She was born in Cuba, NM and was a resident of Corrales, NM. She was preceded in death by her parents, Federico Dominguez, and Anita Chavez; her husband, Blas Griego; brothers, Pat and Casimiro Dominguez;...