Obituaries

Joseph Clack

Joseph Clack

Mar 2, 2015

Joseph William Clack, TSgt. USAF Retired was born on May 21, 1936 in Stonewall, GA and passed away March 2, 2015. Joe leaves his wife of 52 years, Maria Gorgas Clack; son, Carl J. Clack (Kathleen Clack, Mark Schwarz); daughter, Kerry Edwards (Tom Tyma) of Grove City, PA; grandson, Erik Joshua Clack (Devon Frieder) of New York City; sister, Dolly...

Joe Lara

Joe Lara

Feb 25, 2015

Joe P. Lara, age 94, beloved and devoted father and grandfather, passed away peacefully Wednesday, February 25, 2015.  He was born in Canutillo, TX and was a resident of Bernalillo, NM. He was preceded in death by his wife Effie Lara; sons, Bobby Lee, Joe “Butch” and Ricky Lara.  Joe is survived by his loving children, Kathleen King and husband Steve, Timmy...

Johnny Duran

Johnny Duran

Feb 16, 2015

Johnny A. Duran, age 57, went to be with the Lord, Monday, February 16, 2015, after a lengthy struggle for life.  He was born in Cuba, NM on December 30, 1957 to the late Telesfor and Alicia Duran.  Johnny is survived by his loving son, Johnny Jayden "Mister" Duran; his siblings, Theresa, Jerry and wife Marcia, Richard Leroy, Patricia Martinez and husband...

Ryo Brown

Ryo Brown

Feb 14, 2015

Ryo O. Brown, age 84, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully, Saturday, February 14, 2015.  She was born in Tagajo, Japan and lived in Sendai before coming to the States; and was a resident of Peralta, NM. She was preceded in death by her parents, Kimiko and Masao Obata; her husband, Frank H. Brown; son, Ralph Brown; granddaughter, Charlene...

Dale Rodriguez

Dale Rodriguez

Feb 8, 2015

Dale B. Rodriguez, age 73, beloved and devoted husband, father, and brother, was embraced by the Lord and taken to Eternal Life, Sunday, February 8, 2015, while surrounded by his loving family.   He was a resident of Albuquerque, NM; and a member of St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Esperanza and Stella Rodriguez;...

Corina Morales

Corina Morales

Feb 4, 2015

Corina Morales, age 92, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, was embraced by the Lord and taken to Eternal Life, Wednesday, February 4, 2015.  She was lifelong resident of La Jara, NM; and a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Cuba, NM.  Corina is survived by her loving children, David and wife Shirley, Clarence and wife Fabiola, Wilfred, Elmer and wife Diane,...

Vincent Armijo

Vincent Armijo

Jan 28, 2015

Vincent R. Armijo, age 80, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully,  Wednesday, January 28, 2015, while surrounded by his loving family.   He was born in Albuquerque, NM and raised in Pena Blanca, NM.  Vincent was a proud retired Veteran of the United States Navy. He was preceded in death by his parents, Adrian and Soraida Armijo; brother, Anthony; sister, Cecilia...

Nazario Herrera

Nazario Herrera

Jan 27, 2015

Nazario C. Herrera, age 75, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully Tuesday, January 27, 2015, while surrounded by his loving family.   He was born in San Isidro Sur, NM on April 20, 1939, and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM.  Nazario's hobbies and interests include, hunting, camping, fishing, playing his guitar, riding his Harley, and especially spending time...

Patrick Gallegos

Patrick Gallegos

Jan 25, 2015

Gallegos, Patrick "Pat" Age 73, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully, Sunday, January 25, 2015, while surrounded by his loving family.  He was a resident of Albuquerque, NM, formerly of Dilia, NM.   He was a truck owner and driver for 45 years.  Pat's hobbies and interests included attending car shows, restoring his cars; and spending time with his family at...

Leon Padilla

Leon Padilla

Jan 24, 2015

Padilla, Leon M. Age 68, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away Saturday, January 24, 2015.   He was born in Albuquerque, NM on August 17, 1946 and was resident of Bernalillo, NM.  Leon's passion was working with the Bataan Corregidor Memorial Foundation, which he was the Vice-President.  He enjoyed volunteering at the Roadrunner Food Bank and at St. Anthony's Kitchen.  Leon will be...

Michael Santillanes

Michael Santillanes

Jan 19, 2015

Santillanes, Michael Eric Age 24, beloved son, brother, and grandson, passed away Monday, January 19, 2015.   He was born in Albuquerque, NM on March 5, 1990, and was a resident of Bernalillo, NM. Michael is survived by his loving parents, Richard  and Martha Santillanes of Bernalillo, NM; his mother Lisa Hollinger;  his brothers, Richard Santillanes and wife Isis Griego, Greg Doss and...

Marvin Clark

Marvin Clark

Jan 18, 2015

Clark, Marvin Paul Age 65, a resident of Church Rock, NM, formerly of Crystal, NM, born on August 1, 1949 to Frank and Pauline (Parker) Clark, passed away Sunday, January 18, 2015 in Albuquerque, NM.  Graveside Services will be held at the Santa Fe National Cemetery Friday, January 30, 2015 at 12:45 p.m. Marvin's care is entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral...

Robert Baca

Robert Baca

Jan 17, 2015

Baca, Robert Q. (Wea-Wea) Age 61, beloved father, grandfather, and brother, passed away Saturday, January 17, 2015.   He was born in Oakland, CA on April 25, 1953 and was a resident of Bernalillo, NM.  Robert was a wonderful man who loved his family and friends. He worked for the City of Albuquerque Solid Waste Department.  He was a avid Raiders and Lobos...

Anthony Martinez

Anthony Martinez

Jan 16, 2015

Anthony Mark Martinez Age 62, beloved father, grandfather and soul mate, passed away peacefully, Friday, January 16, 2015, while surrounded by his loving family.  He was born in Albuquerque, NM on July 19, 1952, and was a resident of Bernalillo, NM.  Anthony's interests and hobbies included fishing, gardening, classic hot rods, boon docking, and especially spending time with his family, who he...

Robert Garcia

Robert Garcia

Jan 12, 2015

Garcia, Robert "Bobby" N. Age 77, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away at his home, Monday, January 12, 2015.   He was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque.  He devoted his entire life to his wife, kids, and granddaughters.  Bobby received a business degree from the University of New Mexico and most recently worked for the New Mexico Gaming Commission.  He served three terms...

Jane Perea

Jane Perea

Jan 7, 2015

Perea, Jane C. Age 79, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away Wednesday, January 7, 2015.   Jane 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 parents, Epimino and Lucianita Montoya; her first husband, Bud Coleman; and her second husband, Cres Perea.  Jane is survived by...

Willie Fossett

Willie Fossett

Dec 28, 2014

Willie L. Fossett, age 71, beloved mother and grandmother, was embraced by the Lord, Sunday, December 28, 2014.  She was born in Sudan, TX  and was residing in Rio Rancho, NM. Willie was an avid bingo player; she enjoyed dancing; loved going to Church, helping others, and especially spending time with her family, who she loved so much. Willie is survived by...

Gloria Roybal Jimenez

Gloria Roybal Jimenez

Dec 17, 2014

Gloria Roybal Jimenez, entered into Eternal peace on Wednesday, December 17, 2014 after a battle with cancer.  Gloria was a very kind and gentle soul; she had a loving and generous heart, and was always giving to others, and a willingness to extend a helping hand. Gloria was born on December 28, 1961, the loving daughter of Yolanda and the late...

Michael Estrada

Michael Estrada

Dec 15, 2014

Michael O. Estrada ~ September 2, 1948 - December 15, 2014 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our Vietnam War Hero, beloved husband, father, grandpa/great-grandpa.   He fought his last battle and went to fly with the Angels. He was preceded in death by his parents,  Frank and Josephine Estrada; two brothers; and two sisters. Michael is survived...

Cirilia Salas

Cirilia Salas

Dec 12, 2014

Cirilia D.  Salas, age 86, beloved and devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt was embraced by the Lord, Friday, December 12, 2014.   She was lifelong resident of Bernalillo, NM, where she was a member of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, Spanish choir, and Blue Army.  Cirilia will be fondly remembered as a soft spoken, kind, loving and caring person to all...