Moises Sanchez
Jan 15, 2016
Moises Jose Sanchez, age 88, beloved father, grandfather, and brother, passed away Friday, January 15, 2016. He was born in Cuba, NM and was currently residing in Vancouver, WA. Moises retired after 35 years of service from Southern Pacific Rail Road. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ruben and Tiodorita Sanchez; his wife Mary G. Sanchez; his brothers, Frank and...
Mildred Romero
Jan 6, 2016
Mildred C. Romero passed away peacefully at home at the age of 92 on Wednesday, January 6, 2016. Mildred had wonderful memories of the time she spent working at Los Alamos and Sandia Base. She worked for 27 years then retired when she married Alfonso Romero, who was a rancher in Antonito, CO. They lived there until they retired from ranching in 2007...
Adelina Ulibarri
Jan 3, 2016
Adelina "Rosa" Ulibarri, age 99, beloved mother and grandmother, passed on to a better life, Sunday, January 3, 2016, while surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Los Esteritos, NM and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM. Adelina was also known as "Rosa" to her family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Domiciano and Ricardita Jaramillo; and her...
Lillie Garcia
Jan 2, 2016
Lillie C. (Tafoya) Garcia, was called to her heavenly home by her Lord Jesus on Saturday, January 2, 2016, at the age of 92. she was a resident of Corrales, NM, formerly of Alameda, NM. Lillie was devoted to her Lord Jesus and thanked Him everyday for all her blessings. Lillie and her husband Ernest were past Mayordomos of Nativity of the Blessed...
Isabel Aragon
Dec 31, 2015
Isabel S. Aragon, age 87, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away Thursday, December 31, 2015, while surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Pena Blanca, NM, to the late Gregorio and Bernardita Salas; she was formerly a resident of Cuba, NM and was currently living in Albuquerque, NM. She was preceded in death by her husband, Filiberto...
Rafael Rivera
Dec 29, 2015
Rafael B. Rivera, age 80, was embraced by the Lord Tuesday, December 29, 2015 and taken to Eternal Life. He was born in Guadalajara, Mexico on September 25, 1935, and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM. Rafael was owner and operator of Rincon de Pollo Restaurant. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leopoldo and Gregoria Rivera. Rafael is survived by...
Joseph Roybal Sr.
Dec 15, 2015
Joseph Larry D. Roybal, Sr., age 69, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully at his home, Tuesday, December 15, 2015, while surround by his loving family. He was born in El Rancho, NM on January 26, 1946, and was a resident of Rio Rancho, NM. Larry was the proud owner and operator of LA Chile Works in Los Alamos, NM for...
Jamie Sierra
Dec 13, 2015
Jamie Jovon Sierra, age 27, beloved daughter and sister, passed away Sunday, December 13, 2015. She was born in Albuquerque, on November 18, 1988 and was a resident of Bernalillo, NM. Jamie enjoyed reading, writing poems, cooking, baking and crocheting. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Agustin and Gloria Sierra; aunt, Mary Jane Sierra Segura; and uncle Sammy...
Dolores Buchanan
Dec 10, 2015
Dolores Marie (Griego) Buchanan - Jesus swung down His sweet chariot and took Dolores to His heavenly mansion on December 10, 2015. She was 85 years old. Dolores was born to Miguel and Cleofes Griego in Corrales New Mexico on March 23, 1930. Dolores has left a beautiful legacy of musical compositions and arrangements that she mastered through singing in three part...
Diego Gauna
Dec 3, 2015
Diego Jose Gauna, age 23, beloved son, father, and brother, passed away Thursday, December 3, 2015. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on February 8, 1992. Diego graduated from Bernalillo High School in 2012. He enjoyed fishing, drawing, rapping and spending time with his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfathers, Diego Gauna and Joe B. Martinez; uncles,...
Andres Maestas Jr.
Dec 2, 2015
Andres Maestas, Jr., age 93, passed away December 2, 2015 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Andres was born August 31, 1922 in La Jara, NM the son of Andres, Sr. and Merencia (Gurule) Maestas. He lived in the La Jara-Cuba area his entire life. Andres was a rancher and also worked for the NM Highway Department for many years. He was a strong...
Gloria Vigil
Nov 29, 2015
Gloria I. Vigil, age 86, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully at her home, Sunday, November 29, 2015, while surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Lamy, NM on April 23, 1929, to the late Francisco and Inez Gonzales. She was preceded in death by her husband, Remigio Vigil; and great-grandson, Carlos Vigil. Gloria is survived by her...
Elsie Salas
Nov 25, 2015
Elsie Mary Salas, born in Pena Blanca, NM on November 18, 1921 to Bernardita (Armijo) and Gregorio Salas, passed away peacefully seven days after her 94th birthday on November 25, 2015. In 1938 at the age of 17 her mother passed away leaving ten children behind. Elsie being the second eldest, she and her older sister, Ruperita decided that Elsie would stay...
Nora Aragon
Nov 13, 2015
Nora Aragon, age 76, beloved sister, left this world to be with the Lord, Friday, November 13, 2015. She was a lifelong resident of Cuba, NM to the late Rey and Azucena Jaramillo. She was preceded in death by her husband Eristeo Aragon; sister Flora Duran. Nora is survived by two brothers, Ray Jaramillo Jr. and wife Emma, Ross Jaramillo...
Louisa Rico
Nov 12, 2015
Louisa M. Rico, age 87, beloved and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, was called to our father in heaven on Thursday, November 12, 2015. She was born in Coyote, NM on September 20, 1928. She was preceded in death by her parents, Juvencio and Filomena Trujillo; brothers, Javencio Trujillo, Jr., Phil Trujillo; sister, Lucillia Maez. Louisa is survived by her loving...
Consuelo "Connie" Wright
Nov 8, 2015
Consuelo G “Connie” Wright, age 79, died Sunday, November 8, 2015 in Albuquerque following a brief illness. Connie was born February 14, 1936 in Santa Fe, NM and was a resident of Santa Fe most of her life. She was a secretary with the public schools until her retirement. She is best remembered because of her zest for life and her...
Daniel Padilla
Nov 1, 2015
Age 87, beloved and devoted father and grandfather, passed away peacefully Sunday, November 1, 2015. He was born in Leyba, NM on July 3, 1928, to the late Eliseo and Rosita Padilla. Dan was a Veteran of the United States Army, who served his country during the Korean War, and was a self Employed masonry contractor for many years prior to retiring. Dan...
Rodney Franzen
Nov 1, 2015
Rodney J. Franzen, age 60, beloved husband and brother, passed away peacefully Sunday, November 1, 2015. He was born in Seattle, WA, was raised in Juneau, AK and was a resident of Cuba, NM. Rodney enjoyed reading, drawing, and card games. He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Betty Franzen; two brothers, Norman Franzen and Michael Joseph. Rodney is survived by...
Robert McCoy
Oct 29, 2015
Robert "Bobby" C. McCoy, age 49, beloved son, brother, grandson, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend, passed away peacefully, Thursday morning, October 29, 2015, while surrounded by his loving family. Bobby was born in Albuquerque, NM on July 25, 1966. Bobby is an alumnus of St. Therese Catholic School, St. Pius X High School, UNM Civil Engineering and UNM Anderson EMBA programs. He was...
Manuel Garcia
Oct 18, 2015
Manuel Garcia, age 76, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully at home on October 18, 2015, from complications of heart and lung illnesses. Manuel Garcia was born in the Pojoaque area to Vicente and Eliza Garcia. Immediately following his high school graduation, Manuel joined the U.S. Air Force and retired after 21 years of service. After his retirement, Manuel...
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