Obituaries

Jun 7, 2018

Deacon James A. Baca, age 95, of Rio Rancho, NM passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 7, 2018.

Deacon Baca is survived by his niece, Dr. Maria Carlota Baca of Santa Fe; nephews, Major Thomas Baca of Albuquerque, and former Mayor Jim Baca of Albuquerque; four grandnieces and nephews and nine great-grandnieces and nephews.  He was preceded...

Jun 5, 2018

Angie Marino (Carrillo), age 86, lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away Tuesday, June 5, 2018.  Mrs. Marino is survived by her children, Corene Moore and husband, John, Lucy Garcia, Bernice Apodaca and husband, Steve, Yvonne Sanders, Liz Marino, Julie Lovato and husband, Paul, and Joseph Marino Jr. and companion, Natasha Parra; grandchildren, Amy, Jeremy, Phillip, Ryan, Tony, Joshua, Kimberly, Christopher,...

Jun 3, 2018

Elma G. Trujillo, age 76, born in La Madera, NM and resident of Albuquerque departed this world on June 3, 2018.  Elma is survived by her loving husband of 57 years Ralph; son, Charles and wife Bertha; daughter, Denise and Darlene; grandchildren, Jessica, Jayson, Jeffrey, Alyssa, Aaron and Jordan Trujillo; as well as many brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews and...

Jun 2, 2018

Louis J. Gonzales, age 87, resident of Albuquerque, passed away Saturday, June 2, 2018. Mr. Gonzales is survived by his beloved wife, Stella Gonzales; children, Julian Gonzales, Noreen Quintana and husband, David, Harold Gonzales, Gary Gonzales and wife, Cynthia, Andy Gonzales, Anthony Gonzales, Sylvia Jaramillo and husband, Henry, Floyd Gonzales and husband, Bob Irwin; sister, Dolores Santiago; brothers, Gene...

May 26, 2018

Lillian “Joyce” Cervantes (Edwards), age 82, born in Fort Smith, Arkansas and resident of Albuquerque, went peacefully to be with our Lord and Savior on Saturday, May 26, 2018.  Joyce is survived by her beloved husband, Ronald L. Cervantes; children, Denine Mares and husband, Nick, Rhonda Cervantes and husband, Vayl Oxford, Tierza Rodriguez and husband, Jacque, Ronaldo Cervantes and...

May 20, 2018

Anthony J. Cadena, lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away Sunday,  May 20, 2018.  Anthony is survived by his mother, Michelle James and companion, Augustine Chavez; father, Vincent Cadena; life partner, Krystal Hicks; daughter, Analynn Cadena; son, Nathan Cadena; grandparents, Virginia Vallez, Gerald James, Beatrice Griego, Gilbert Cadena and wife, Rosemary; cousins, Augustine Trujillo and Justin Trujillo; best friends, Kyle,...

May 20, 2018

Felicita Lucero (Baca), age 85, lifelong resident of the Barelas neighborhood in Albuquerque, passed away Sunday, May 20, 2018.  Mrs. Lucero is survived by her son, George Lucero; daughter, Maxine Vega and husband, Pete; twenty-one grandchildren, forty-four great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Lucero was preceded in death by her parents, Emilio and Felicita...

May 17, 2018

Corine Watson Garcia, 83, passed away on May 17, 2018 with her family around her as she moved on to her next journey. Corine was born on December 18, 1934 in Conejos, CO.  She was a long-time resident of Albuquerque and will be dearly missed by her family and friends. Corine is survived by her husband of 63 years,...

May 13, 2018

Antoinette L. Atler, age 60, lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away Sunday, May 13, 2018.  Antoinette is survived by her husband, Michael Atler Sr.; children, Stephen Montoya, Michael Atler II, Erica Atler and her mother, Dora Moya.  A funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 26, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at Casa del Rey Church, 2500 Corona Dr...

May 13, 2018

Benedito (Bennie) Sandoval, age 88, born in Manzano, New Mexico, and resident of Albuquerque, passed away Sunday, May 13, 2018.  Mr. Sandoval is survived by his beloved wife, Dicloria; daughters, Theresa Chavez and husband Roberto, and Tori Montoya; grandchildren, Priscilla Casaus and husband, David, Savannah Doyle, Brendan Doyle; great-grandchildren, Alex, Victoria, and Luke; sister-in-law, Mela Anderson.  Bennie is padrino...

May 12, 2018

Adam Harmer, age 35, lifelong resident of Albuquerque, went to be with our Lord on Saturday, May 12, 2018.  A memorial service will be held, Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW.

May 11, 2018

Alejandro Alex Gallegos, age 96, born in Adelino, New Mexico, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Friday, May 11st, 2018, with his loving family by his side. He was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Julia, and children, Alex Jr. and Baby Julia. Mr. Gallegos was a veteran of the United States Army, serving in World...

May 11, 2018

Morris Cordero Sr., age 76, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Friday, May 11th, 2018, with his loving family by his side. Mr. Cordero was a part of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 492. Mr. Cordero is survived by his wife of 53 years, Maida Cordero; children, Doris Dimas, Linda Romero and husband, Eugene, Morris Cordero Jr. and...

May 9, 2018

Daniel F. Sedillo, age 63, lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away Wednesday, May 9, 2018 after a five-year battle with cancer.  Mr. Sedillo is survived by his wife, Merlinda Saavedra; son, Daniel Saavedra; parents, Adelaudo E. and Frances I. Romero; sisters, Patricia Flaherty and husband, Mike, Yvonne Lovato and husband, Wilfred, Grace Sedillo and husband, Luis; granddaughter, Mariah Saavedra;...

May 7, 2018

Jonathon M. Saiz, age 27, lifelong resident of Los Chavez, passed away Monday, May 7, 2018.  Jonathon is survived by his mother, Yvonne Vallejos and husband, Jonathan; father, Jake Saiz and wife, Yvonne; son, Luciano, brothers, Joshua Gabaldon, Joseph Saiz and wife, Kim, Joshua Vallejos and partner, Mariah, Nicholas Saiz; sister, Victoria Jaramillo; grandmother, Mary Mora; grandfather, Frank Mora;...

May 6, 2018

David Sanchez Sr., age 80, born in Torreon, New Mexico and resident of Albuquerque, passed away Sunday, May 6, 2018 with his loving family by his side.  Mr. Sanchez was a proud owner with his son of A.D.M. construction.   Mr. Sanchez is survived by his children, David Sanchez Jr. and wife, Isabel, Geraldine Alires and husband, Ralph, Maria Fritts...

May 5, 2018

Willard (Bill) Matthew Patton Jr.

Bill passed away peacefully Saturday, May 5th, 2018 at the young age of 75, surrounded by family and loved ones.  He was born in Framingham, Massachusetts to Willard and Charlotte Patton as the eldest of four siblings.  He was an avid reader, enjoyed fishing and the great outdoors, and loved...

May 5, 2018

Helen M. Butsch, age 79, of Knoxville, TN, was called to be with the Lord on May 5, 2018.  Helen was born in 1938 in the small farming town of Mesita, CO.  She often shared fun memories she had with her brothers and sisters on the farm and invariably carried that fun loving spirit with her.  While a teenager...

May 4, 2018

Teresa Hernandez (Ceniceros), age 61, born in Parral, Chihuahua, Mexico and resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Friday, May 4, 2018.

Teresa is survived by her daughter, Bernice Brooks and husband, John; son, Michael Lopez; grandchildren, Cisco, Angel, Alysa, Libby, Billy and Mikey; great-grandchild, Arianna; siblings, Jesus Ceniceros and wife,...

May 1, 2018

Lilia Cano (Gutierrez), age 89, born in Los Angeles, California and resident of Albuquerque, passed away Tuesday, May 1, 2018.  Mrs. Cano is survived by her children, Benjamin Cano and wife, Socorro Martinez, Minerva Gomez and husband, Albert, Raul Ramon Cano Gutierrez and wife, Elsa Camareno, Luis Martin Cano and Julieta Cano Gutierrez; 15 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren.