Christopher Lovato
Apr 25, 2015
Christopher "Chris" A. Lovato, age 20, beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, and friend went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 25, 2015. He was born on September 16, 1994 in Albuquerque and was a resident of Rio Rancho. Chris graduated from Rio Rancho High School with the class of "2013." He graduated with honors and consistently made...
Josephine Rose
Apr 25, 2015
Rose, Josephine M. Josephine M. Rose, age 90, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, was embraced by the Lord and taken to Eternal Life, Saturday, April 25, 2015. She was born in Corrales, NM on March 23, 1925, to Perfecto and Anita Lopez. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Grady Ray Rose; and brother, Orlando Lopez. Josephine is survived...
Phillip Nez
Apr 19, 2015
Phillip N. Nez, age 58, beloved husband, father, and brother, went to be with the Lord, Sunday, April 19, 2015. He was employed by CEI Enterprises. Phillip was a welder by trade and enjoyed making woodstoves; and taking trips with his family. Phillip is survived by his loving wife, Verna Platero; his children, Jarrett, Janelle, and Felicia Nez; his brother, Joseph L....
Brian Gallegos
Apr 19, 2015
Brian Christopher Gallegos, age 54, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on Sunday, April 19, 2015 at the Raymond G. Murphy VA Medical Center. Brian was a 1978 graduate of Rio Grande High School. Brian served in the US Army from 1979-1984. He was a long time employee at the UNM Center for Developmental Disabilities. Brian was a very outgoing,...
Charles "Chuck" Lester Jr.
Apr 14, 2015
Charles "Chuck" Franklin Lester, Jr., age 59, went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, April 14, 2015, after a long illness. He was born in Norfolk, VA and grew up in Virginia Beach enjoying boating and fishing. Chuck was employed by several automobile agencies and enjoyed overhauling VW motors. He had a passion for air planes and spent many hours navigating simulated...
Rosina Herrera
Apr 13, 2015
Rosina A. Herrera, age 74, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, was embraced by the Lord and taken to Eternal Life , Monday, April 13, 2015. She was born in Rowe, NM on July 28, 1940 and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM. Rosina was a member of the Carmelitas, Los Guadalupanos (Our Lady of Mt. Carmel), and of the Spanish choir...
Charlotte Sanchez
Apr 12, 2015
Charlotte "Char" D. Sanchez, age 60, beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, and sister, was embraced by the Lord and taken to Eternal Life, Sunday, April 12, 2015. Char was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM. She was preceded in death by her father, Maximino "Max" Sanchez; her daughter, Billie Frances Marie Tapia. Charlotte is survived by her mother, Frances Sanchez; her loving son,...
Antonio Ruiz
Apr 10, 2015
Antonio "Tony" J. Cecelio Ruiz, our beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather, and friend died on April 10, 2015. He was born on June 12, 1939, to Jose and Flora Ruiz, in Albuquerque, NM. Tony served in the United States Army for 20 years, retired SFC. He resided in Las Vegas, N.M. and pursued various business ventures to include Tony & Georgia’s...
Phillip Salas Sr.
Apr 4, 2015
Phillip M. Salas, Sr., age 61, beloved father, grandfather, and brother, passed away Saturday, April 4, 2015. He was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM. Phillip served his country in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. Phillip was employed by the City of Albuquerque. Phillip is survived by his wife Silvia Salas; his loving children, Phillip M. Salas, Jr., Doralee...
Lourdes Gurule
Apr 3, 2015
Lourdes Gurule, age 54, resident of Albuquerque, NM passed away Friday, April 3, 2015. She was born in Chihuahua, Mexico on July 23, 1960, to David and Elvira (Borunda) Balderrama. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, David Federico Balderrama. Lourdes is survived by husband of 32 years, Joe C. Gurule; children, Jose Alejandro Gurule, Denise Gurule, all...
Janette Velasquez
Apr 3, 2015
Janette P. Velasquez “Grandma Jan”, 77, passed away on April 3, 2015. Mrs. Velasquez is the beloved wife to Mr. Jose Velasquez, married 55 years. Janette is also survived by her daughter, Jeaninne Ortiz and husband, Johnny; son, Jeffrey Velasquez and wife Larissa; one sister, Wanda Stockton; Five grandchildren, Jose Velasquez III and girlfriend Yvette; Jeremy and fiancé Celeste, Julianna,...
Adrian Duran
Mar 29, 2015
Duran, Adrian Luis Adrian Luis Duran, age 58, beloved father, grandfather, son, brother, and uncle, was called unexpectedly to his eternal resting place on March, 29, 2015. He was a lifelong resident of Placitas, NM. Adrian was born on August 29, 1956, to Arsenio and Valentina (Valencia) Duran. He was preceded in death by his father; his brother, Louie; nephew,...
Randell Chavez
Mar 25, 2015
Randell "Randy" Chavez, born, July 31, 1962, passed away peacefully at his home on March 25, 2015. Randy's interests and hobbies include fishing, hunting, making jewelry and crosses, which he would give to his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Juan De Dios Chavez. Randy is survived by his loving daughter, Frances Renee Chavez; his mother, Barbara...
Harold Schmidt
Mar 25, 2015
Harold Abraham Schmidt, age 93, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2015, with his loving family by his side. He was born in Ulysses, KS. Harold and his family moved to New Mexico to escape the Dust Bowl in the 1930's, when he was 18 years old. He honorably served in the United States Navy during World War II. Harold had...
Cecilia Trujillo
Mar 23, 2015
Cecilia I. Trujillo, age 84, beloved sister and aunt, passed away peacefully, Monday, March 23, 2015. She was a lifelong resident of Alameda, NM, and a member of Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Soledad and Justo Trujillo; her sisters, Reina Trujillo, Rose Martinez, and Esmeralda Lucero; and brothers, Justito...
Fr. Vincent DeFazio
Mar 22, 2015
Father Vincent G. DeFazio went to be with the Lord, Sunday, March 22, 2015, while surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Staten Island, NY on June 17, 1937. Vincent was a retired Vietnam Veteran who ranked in many different branches of the military, including his highest rank as a Colonel in the United States Navy. During his years as a...
Mary Lucero
Mar 20, 2015
Mary Melecia Lujan Gallegos Lucero, age 68, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, was embraced by the Lord and taken to Eternal Life, Friday, March 20, 2015. She was born in Frederick, CO on September 28, 1946, and was a resident of Albuquerque. She was preceded in death by her parents, Adonias and Stella Lujan. Mary is survived by her loving husband...
Robert "Bob" Wilder
Mar 19, 2015
Robert "Bob" James Wilder, age 54, beloved son, brother, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully, Thursday, March 19, 2015, of cancer . He was born in Albuquerque, NM on June 6, 1960, to Charles and Mary Wilder; and was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque and Alameda. Bob was a graduate of Cibola High School, and was a mechanic, handyman and a grounds keeper,...
Lauretta Olson
Mar 11, 2015
Lauretta Marie Olson, age 93 passed away peacefully Wednesday evening, March 11, 2015, at home surrounded by her loving family. Lauretta was born March 4, 1922 to Magdalena Kaminski Michels and John Michels in Chicago, IL. Lauretta grew up in Chicago, IL where she attended Parochial Schools and learned to speak and write Polish fluently. Married in 1943, the family...
Mike Ramirez
Mar 5, 2015
Mike H. Ramirez, age 74, beloved companion, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away Thursday, March 5, 2015. He was born in Del Rio, TX and was a resident of Bernalillo, NM. Mike was a Green Beret in Special Forces for 6 years. Mike made 360 parachute jumps. He also drove 48 foot trucks across the United States for many years. Mike is survived by...
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