Obituaries

Leo Ruelas

Leo Ruelas

Feb 19, 2016

Leo Ruelas, age 66, beloved father, grandfather, and brother, passed away Friday, February 19, 2016.    He was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM.  Leo was a proud Veteran of the United States Army, who served his country during the Viet Nam War.  He was a member of the American Legion Post #69, #13 and #100; and he retired from the Job Corp of...

Marian Jaramillo

Marian Jaramillo

Feb 17, 2016

Marian G. Jaramillo, age 79, beloved and devoted mother, grandmother and sister, was embraced by the Lord and released to Eternal Life, Wednesday, February 17, 2016.   She was a descent of San Marcial, NM, and was born on April 17, 1936 to the late Simon and Esther Gallegos. She was preceded in death by two sons, Jose Lorenzo and James...

Frank Jaramillo

Frank Jaramillo

Feb 9, 2016

Frank R. Jaramillo, age 77, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully at his home Tuesday, February 9, 2016, while surrounded by his loving family.  He was born in Ojo Del Padre, NM and was a resident of Bernalillo, NM. He was preceded in death by his parents, Daniel and Clarita Jaramillo; brothers, Felix, Joe, Elias and Frank; and sisters,...

Louisa Salazar

Louisa Salazar

Jan 31, 2016

Louise "Louisa" M.G. Salazar was born March 8, 1926 in Dawson, NM.  She went to be with Lord at the age of 89 on Jan. 31, 2016, while surrounded by her loving family.  When Louise first came to Albuquerque she lived in the Barelas neighborhood, later she moved to the North Valley and has been there ever since.  She was a member of...

Alice Montaño

Alice Montaño

Jan 30, 2016

Alice Montaño, age 87, beloved and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, was embraced by the Lord and taken to Eternal Life, Saturday, January 30, 2016.   She was born in Albuquerque, NM and was a resident of Los Chavez, NM. She was preceded in death by son, Victor Montaño; her parents, Victorio and Maria Luisa Castillo; her twin brother,...

Ret. MSgt. William Schroeder

Ret. MSgt. William Schroeder

Jan 28, 2016

Ret. MSgt. William Eugene Schroeder, age 78, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away Thursday, January 28, 2016.   He was a resident of Albuquerque, NM.  William was a proud Veteran who served his county in the United States Air Force, during the Vietnam War. He was preceded in death by his parents, Christopher and Thelma Schroeder; two sons, Charles and...

David Quintana

David Quintana

Jan 23, 2016

David C. Quintana, age 44, beloved father, grandfather, brother, and companion, passed away suddenly Saturday, January 23, 2016.  He was a resident of Espanola, NM.  David was employed by Pro Builder; and enjoyed fishing, hiking, camping, bow hunting, and collecting antiques. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dolores and Jimmy Garcia. David is survived by loving children, Breann and Jacob...

Ret.Lt.Col Herrol Skidmore Jr.

Ret.Lt.Col Herrol Skidmore Jr.

Jan 21, 2016

Ret. Lt. Col. Herrol James "Jim" Jr. Skidmore, age 82, beloved and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully, Thursday, January 21, 2016.  He was born in Denver, CO on June 3, 1933 and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM.  Jim attended West Point Military Academy where he graduated in 1956.  He chose the Army Corps of Engineers and served 24...

Luke Kelly

Luke Kelly

Jan 18, 2016

Luke Kelly, age 75, passed away peacefully at his home, Monday, January 18, 2016.  Luke was an accomplished pilot and Electrician, he worked for PNM in the San Juan County for many years.  Luke served his country in the United States Marine Crops. He was preceded in death by his wife, Doris Jean Kelly.  Luke is survived by his children, Kathy, Sharon, Michael,...

Susan Chavez

Susan Chavez

Jan 18, 2016

Susan C. Chavez, age 73, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, was embraced by the Lord and taken to Eternal Life,  Monday, January 18, 2016.   She was born in Ft. Worth, TX and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM. She was preceded in death by her father, Manuel Cuellar; her youngest son, Raymond "Guitar Ray" Chavez.  Susan is survived by her loving children,...

Moises Sanchez

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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,...