Obituaries

Glenn Chavez Sr.

Glenn Chavez Sr.

May 12, 2016

Chavez, Glenn C. Sr. Age 58, beloved father, grandfather, son, and brother, was embraced by the Lord Thursday, May 12, 2016 and taken to Eternal Life.  He was a lifelong resident of Bernalillo, NM.  Glenn enjoyed camping, boating, fishing, riding his Harley, and Four-Wheeler; but especially treasured the time spent with his kids and granddaughters.  He was an avid fan of the Dallas...

Dora Montoya

Dora Montoya

May 5, 2016

Dora A. Montoya, age 70, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away Thursday, May 5, 2016.  She was born in Clovis, NM and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM.   Dora attended Our Lady of Sorrows School and graduated in 1965.  She studied diligently and received her Massage Therapist License, and was still working for Peak Motion for 20 years. Dora enjoyed spending...

Jose Velasquez Sr.

Jose Velasquez Sr.

May 5, 2016

Jose B. Velasquez, Sr. "uncle Bunny", age 80, beloved father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully, Thursday, May 5, 2016. He was born in Santa Rosa, NM and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM.  Jose enjoyed golfing and in his spare time occasionally going to the casino.  He was a member of St. Therese Catholic Church. He was preceded in death by...

Anthony Ross

Anthony Ross

May 4, 2016

Anthony J. Ross, age 47, beloved father and son, passed away Wednesday, May 4, 2016. He was born in Gallup, NM on February 16, 1969. He was a resident of Albuquerque. Ross graduated from Highland High School in 1987. He attended CNM. Ross was a three time recipient of the Soup-O-Bowl Award for his Green Chili Chicken Stew. He loved...

Teresita Marquez

Teresita Marquez

Apr 28, 2016

Teresita Maria Marquez, age 85, beloved wife, mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully, Thursday, April 28, 2016, while surrounded by her loving family.  She was born in Chilili, NM and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mercedes and Olympia Tapia; brother, George Tapia; and sister, Eulalia Padilla. Teresita is survived by her loving...

Deborah Dominguez

Deborah Dominguez

Apr 21, 2016

Deborah L. Dominguez, age 58,  beloved and devoted daughter and sister passed away peacefully, Thursday, April 21, 2016, while surrounded by her loving family. She was a lifelong resident of Bernalillo, NM where she was a member of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her father, Willie Dominguez; husband Tommy Chavez; brothers, Michael, Martin, and...

Martin Armijo

Martin Armijo

Apr 15, 2016

Martin A. Armijo, age 67, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, was embraced by the Lord Jesus and taken to Eternal Life, Friday, April 15, 2016. He was born in Los Alamos, NM and was a longtime resident of Pena Blanca, NM. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lorenzo and Darleen Armijo. Martin is survived by his loving...

Gilbert Garcia

Gilbert Garcia

Mar 31, 2016

Garcia, Gilbert W. Gilbert W. Garcia, beloved husband, father, and grandfather passed away at his home on March 31, 2016.  He was born on March 30, 1937 and was a lifelong resident of Espanola (San Pedro), and lived the last 13 years in Corrales, NM. He was preceded in death by his parents, Liberato and Tonita O. Garcia; brothers, Rafael Garcia,...

Margie Duran

Margie Duran

Mar 31, 2016

Duran, Margie B. Margie Beatrice (Garcia) Duran, age 76, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, was embraced by the Lord and taken to Eternal Life Thursday, March 31, 2016.  She was born in Cebolla, NM and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM.  Margie was a member of Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church; and a member of the SNMN 2MDMP #2...

Annabel Benavidez

Annabel Benavidez

Mar 29, 2016

Annabel Rosalie Benavidez, age 58, beloved and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 29, 2016, while surrounded by her loving family.  She was born in Albuquerque and was a resident of Corrales, NM.  Annabel was born again and washed in the Blood of Jesus Christ in 1985.  Her hobbies included painting, singing, playing the piano, violin, and...

Angelina Baldonado

Angelina Baldonado

Mar 28, 2016

Angelina M. Baldonado, age 86, beloved and devoted, mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully, Monday, March 28, 2016.   She was a lifelong resident of Bernalillo, NM.   Angelina enjoyed watching novellas, golf, and occasionally going to the casino. She was preceded in death by her parents, Fedrico and Teresita Mora; her husbands, Joe H. Chavez and Manuel Baldonado; her siblings, Remijio...

Lucia Vigil

Lucia Vigil

Mar 21, 2016

Lucia B. Vigil, age 84, beloved and devoted mother, grandmother, and sister, was embraced by the Lord and taken to Eternal Life, Monday, March 21, 2016.   She was born in Albuquerque, NM and was a resident of Algodones, NM.  Lucia and her husband Alejandro were the founders and operators of Jungle's Grocery in Algodones, NM. She was preceded in death by...

Fidencio Olivas

Fidencio Olivas

Mar 18, 2016

Fidencio Jorge Olivas, age 86, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 18, 2016, while surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Coyote, NM and was a resident of Cuba, NM. Fidencio was a proud Veteran of the United States Air Forces during the Korean Conflict.  He was active in the Cuba community; and...

Dora Gurule

Dora Gurule

Mar 16, 2016

Dora A. Gurule, age 94, beloved and devoted mother, grandmother, and sister passed away peacefully,  Wednesday, March 16, 2016, while surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Corrales, NM on July 24, 1921, and was a resident of Alameda, NM.  Dora enjoyed playing Bingo and considered herself to be a "Chartered member of Sandia Bingo". She was preceded in death...

Julian Tafoya

Julian Tafoya

Mar 7, 2016

Julian J. Tafoya, age 22, beloved son, father, and brother, passed away as a result of an auto accident, Monday, March 7, 2016.  He was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM. Julian is survived by his loving parents, Alfred J. and Geraldine F. Tafoya; his precious son, Julian Tafoya, Jr.; his brothers, John Lujan, Juan Sanchez, Thomas Tafoya, Alfred, Jr., and...

Mary Garcia

Mary Garcia

Mar 7, 2016

Mary M. Garcia, age 97, beloved and devoted mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away Monday, March 7, 2016.   Mary grew up in La Jara, NM, and was a resident of Los Ranchos de Albuquerque since 1958.  Mary will be fondly remembered by her grandchildren whom she always blessed, before leaving her home with a cross on their forehead and a kiss.  She...

Harvey White

Harvey White

Mar 3, 2016

Harvey John “Jack” White, age 93, beloved father and grandfather passed away peacefully, March 3, 2016. Jack was born in Los Angeles, CA on August 26, 1922. A resident of Albuquerque, NM, Jack returned to the Southwest in 1991 after living in Birmingham, Michigan for many years. Jack graduated from the University of Southern California in 1944, and then served...

Freddie Lovato

Freddie Lovato

Feb 26, 2016

Freddie R. Lovato, age 17, beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, and uncle,  passed away unexpectedly, as a result of an automobile accident, Friday, February 26, 2016.  He was born in Albuquerque, NM and was a resident of Rio Rancho.  Freddie was attending Independence High School and was employed by Blakes Lotaburger in Rio Rancho. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather,...

Levi Carriaga

Levi Carriaga

Feb 21, 2016

Levi Carriaga went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, February 21, 2016.  Levi was born on May 5, 1940 and was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque North Valley.  Levi began working in the carpet business in 1962, but left to honorably serve his country in the United States Navy for four years; he then returned home to...

Horacio Vigil

Horacio Vigil

Feb 19, 2016

Horacio D. Vigil, age 79, beloved father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully, Friday, February 19, 2016.  He was born in Espanola, NM and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM.  Horacio was a proud Veteran who served in the United States Air Force, and retired from the State of New Mexico Radio Communications. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jose...