James Daniel Abeyta
Jan 3, 2024
In loving memory of James Daniel Abeyta, born on October 3, 1944, in Oakland, California, and raised in Santa Fe, New Mexico, in San Acacio. Jimmy was a member of the band "The Midnighters," playing around New Mexico, where he caught the eye of his lifelong partner, Priscilla Abeyta. Together, they eloped to Santa Monica, California, and were blessed with...
Fernando Paul Benavidez
Jan 3, 2024
Fernando Paul Benavidez, 31, born in Albuquerque on April 2, 1992, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 3, 2024.
Fernando is survived by his mother Gloria Francia, his father Gerald Benavidez and wife Trinnie “Babe” Benavidez (Bonus Mom); three brothers: Gerald Paul Benavidez and fiancée Amber, Adam Francia and wife Yvonne, and Tommy Andres Benavidez,...
Lucille Garcia
Jan 3, 2024
Lucille Garcia age 90, born in Polvadera, New Mexico and a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on January 3, 2024. Mrs.Garcia is survived by her children, Linda Mills and husband, William, Louis Garcia and wife, Estefanita, Diane Gutierrez and husband, Alan, James Sucholl, Gail Saiz and husband, Lawrence, Patricia Sucholl, Tammy Franco and husband, Bill, and Roxanne Roblez;...
Alvarito Fidel Montano
Jan 2, 2024
Alvarito (Al) Montaño age 78, a resident of Albuquerque, NM left peacefully to join his mother, Nicolasita, in Heaven on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, in the presence of his loving wife and children. He was born in Santa Fe, New Mexico to Juan Montaño and Nicolasita Sedillo on December 30, 1945.
Al is survived by his wife of thirty-two...
Gilbert Lawrence Valdez
Jan 1, 2024
Gilbert Lawrence Valdez, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on January 1st, 2024. Gilbert is survived by his wife of 61 years, Carol Valdez; his sister, Sr. Doris Louise ODN; children, Annette Leyba and husband Michael, Theresa Jaramillo and husband Chris, Tony Montoya, and Marc Montoya; seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Gilbert was a cherished...
Viginia Chaffe
Dec 29, 2023
Virginia P Chaffee, 70, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on December 29, 2023. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday January 20, 2024, at the Courville’s Home located at 2326 Don Andres Rd SW, Albuquerque NM 87105 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Beatrice Baca
Dec 28, 2023
Beatrice Baca, age 86, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on December 28, 2023. Mrs. Baca is survived by the father of her children, Alex Baca; children, Jackie Baca, Gail Baca, Kurt Baca and wife, Sandy; grandchildren, Brandon, Maegan, Ricardo, Amber, Alyssa, Hali, Ethan, and James; six great-grandchildren, sisters, Rose Mary Montoya, and Virginia Narvaez; son-in law,...
Jimi Henry Dabbs
Dec 26, 2023
Jimi Henry Dabbs, age 24, born in Winslow, Arizona and a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on December 26, 2023. Jimi is survived by his mother, Sandra Tapaha; father, Jimrix Dabbs and Rhonna; sisters, Jasmine Dabbs, and Jada Dabbs; brothers, Jesse Ruiz, and Mandel Ruiz; grandparents, Frances Dabbs, and Jim; three nieces and several extended family members and...
Oscar Lee Plata
Dec 23, 2023
Oscar Lee Plata, age 35, a resident of the South Valley of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on December 23, 2023. Oscar is survived by his mother, Irene Elliott; father, Alfonso Plata; children, Alfonso Plata, and Alonzo Plata; siblings, Krystal Plata, Samuel Lujan, Janelly Munoz, Anahi Munoz, Axel Plata; mother of his children, Alma Murillo. Visitation will be held at...
Marcus David Placencia
Dec 23, 2023
Marcus David Placencia, age 41, a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on December 23, 2023. Marcus is survived by his two children, Alicia Marie Placencia and partner, Joseph Moss, and Isaac Marcus Placencia; mother, Margaret Jaramillo Griffin and husband, Richard Griffin, father, Tomas David Placencia; Marcus's loving partner, Mikaela Medina and her children Dinay Medina and Analisya Pacheco;...
Brother Gerald Martin Grantner
Dec 21, 2023
Brother Gerald Martin Grantner, age 76, born in Chicago, Illinois, a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed December 21, 2023. Brother Grantner is survived by his brother, Jim Grantner; sisters, Renee Ramsey, Gail Peterson, Judy Grantner and Glen Grantner. A Visitation will be held Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at 10:30am with a Mass to follow at 11:00am at San Juan...
Jinnie Sue Ortiz
Dec 20, 2023
Jinnie Sue Ortiz, 75, of Albuquerque, NM passed away peacefully with her family by her side on December 20, 2023.
Sue was born in Sturgis, Kentucky on March 10, 1948, to her beautiful mother, Emma Mae (Harness) McCree. Sue was one of six; Larry, Phyllis, Judy, Ruth, and Arlene.
After a short romance, in June 1965, Sue married her handsome Paratrooper, Refugio...
Gilbert Edwardo Benavidez
Dec 18, 2023
Gilbert Edwardo Benavidez, age 89, born in Atrisco, New Mexico and a life-long resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on December 18, 2023. Mr. Benavidez is survived by his wife of forty-seven years, Victoria Mancha Benavidez; children, Ross, and Roger Benavidez, Juan Mancha and Tommie, Anna Santillanes and Leroy; grandchildren, Jose Mancha and Christi, Peter Martinez and Henrietta, Alvaro...
Fredda Louise (Mora) Martinez
Dec 17, 2023
Our loving mother, daughter, sister and friend, Fredda Louise Martinez, age 60, a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on December 17, 2023. Fredda is survived by her children, Michael Martinez II, Erik Martinez and Lindsay, and Marissa Martinez; grandchildren, Ryleigh Martinez, Christopher Bashir, and Michael Bashir; mother; Flora Mora; longtime companion, Anthony Sanchez; many family members and friends....
John William Taylor Jr.
Dec 16, 2023
John William Taylor Jr., age 92, born in Newman, California and a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on December 16, 2023. Mr. Taylor is survived by his wife of forty-nine years, Patricia Marie Taylor; several extended family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Ruth and father, John W. Taylor Sr. Mr. Taylor served...
Celestino Vigil Ortega
Dec 16, 2023
Celestino V. Ortega (Tino), age 86, born in Veguita, New Mexico and a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on December 16, 2023. Tino enjoyed playing basketball and baseball in his younger days. He worked as a plumber for several different companies before getting hired by the city of Albuquerque where he retired in 1995. The door was...
Jeanette Torres
Dec 11, 2023
Jeanette Torres was born on August 6, 1948 to James and Mary Gherardi. A lifelong resident of Albuquerque, Jeanette grew up on a farm in the South Valley. She attended Rio Grande High School and was a member of the RGHS Class of 1966. A lifelong learner, Jeanette worked as a dental assistant, substitute teacher, teaching assistant and IT teacher....
Elijah Gabriel Pohl Morfin
Dec 8, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Elijah G Pohl Morfin, a resident of Albuquerque NM. Who went to be with our Lord and savior Jesus Christ on Friday December 8,2023 at the age of 16. Elijah was born on May 4, 2007. The son of Gabriel Pohl and Selina Morfin.
Elijah is preceded in...
Martha L. Sanchez
Dec 6, 2023
Martha L. Sanchez, age 77, was called home to be with the Lord Wednesday, December 6, 2023.
Martha is survived by her daughters, Alicia Wright and husband, William, Julie Sanchez, grandchildren, Joseph Wright and Daniel Wright, sister Theresa Zemke and niece Michelle Zemke.
Martha was preceded in death by her husband, Daniel Sanchez, and her parents, Martha and Joseph...
Mary Bencomo
Dec 1, 2023
Mary Bencomo, age 91, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on December 1, 2023. Mrs. Bencomo is survived by her husband of seventy-two years, Basilio Bencomo; five children, Basilio B. Bencomo and wife, Erminia, Raynaldo G. Bencomo and wife, Vicki, Loretta Bencomo, Victor Bencomo and wife, Judy, Cynthia Baca and husband, Charles; eleven grandchildren and twenty great-grandchildren....
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