Raphael Eugene Varela
Dec 31, 2025
Raphael Eugene “Gene” Varela triumphantly stepped into eternity on a night shimmering with celebration—New Year’s Eve, December 31, 2025. It feels fitting, almost destined, that Gene chose a moment when the world was awash in light and music. Those who love him can imagine the scene: a joyful reunion with his parents, siblings, nephews, and dear friends, all gathering to...
Grant Walter Saylor
Dec 30, 2025
Grant Walter Saylor July 18, 1991 – December 30, 2025
With hearts full of love and sorrow, we share that Grant Walter Saylor passed peacefully into Heaven on December 30, 2025, where he was joyfully reunited with his beloved mother, Susan, whom he adored beyond words. Grant was the youngest son of Richard and Susan Saylor and was deeply loved by...
Paula Smith Harnish
Dec 27, 2025
ALBUQUERQUE, NM – It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved mother, aunt, grandmother and friend, Paula Smith Harnish, who left us peacefully on the morning of December 27 in Albuquerque. She was 77 years old, the daughter of the late Floyd and Rosanne Smith of Santa Fe.
Originally from Lewiston, Montana, Paula was the heart...
Joseph Steve Zibreg Jr.
Dec 27, 2025
Joseph S. Zibreg ("Steve"), also known as Steve, age 79, passed away on December 27, 2025, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. He was born on December 31, 1945, in Washington, D.C., to Eva Zibreg and Joseph S. Zibreg Sr.
Joseph proudly served in the United States Air Force with the rank of Sergeant from 1963 to 1969.
In August of 1976, he...
Leroy Angel Christopher Saavedra
Dec 27, 2025
Leroy Angel Christopher Saavedra, 39, passed away December 27, 2025. Leroy was born November 6, 1986.
Leroy is preceded in death by his grandfathers Valentin Saavedra, Eustolio Gonzalez, uncles William Saavedra and Leroy (Pelon) Saavedra.
Leroy is survived by his mother Germaine Angela Gonzalez and stepfather Jesus A. Gonzalez, his children Benito A. Saavedra and Naomi E. Saavedra, siblings Angel Perez, Edith...
Michael Lorenzo Ayala
Dec 27, 2025
Michael L. Ayala passed away peacefully on December 27, 2025. He was a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend.
Michael was a graduate of Rio Grande High School, Class of 1969. He dedicated many years of service to the State Highway Department before retiring. In his free time, Michael enjoyed fishing at the San Juan River and was a devoted Dallas...
Amy Nichole Tixier
Dec 27, 2025
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Amy Nichole Tixier.Amy was an amazing wife, an incredible mother, a dedicated educator, a brilliant medical professional, and a proud veteran (Go Army, Beat Navy).If your child was born premature, you prayed Amy was bedside to keep them breathing. If you were her student, you prayed she didn’t throw a marker at...
Alice J. Duquet
Dec 27, 2025
In the words of our mom, “I was born in Magdalena, rolled down the hill to Socorro and lived here ever since.” Alice Caldwell Duquet (nee Alice Josephine Harriet) of Socorro, New Mexico was born in Magdalena, NM on August 19, 1934, and died in Socorro, NM on December 27, 2025 at age 91. She resided in Socorro County her...
Rose Marie Brown
Dec 27, 2025
Rose Marie Brown
Rose left her earthly body to be with her Lord Jesus on December 27th, 2025. She was born on September 11th, 1936, in Los Angeles.
Rose is survived by her son, Dave Brown, and daughter-in-law, Maude Huffmire, of Rio Rancho; stepson Richard Brown (Pam) of Enumclaw, WA; stepson Randy Brown (Grady) of Bellingham, WA; stepdaughter Shelley Bezona (Randy) of...
Evelyn Louise Aragon
Dec 26, 2025
Evelyn Louise Aragon, lovingly known as Ebby, was born on August 10, 1957, and went home to be with our Lord and Savior on Friday, December 26, 2025.
Evelyn was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was an incredibly strong, loving, generous, and compassionate woman whose life reflected her deep and unwavering commitment to her faith. Evelyn found...
Tyler Christopher Scott
Dec 26, 2025
Tyler Christopher Scott was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on August 26, 1997, and was the twin brother of Bradley Lawrence Scott. Tyler passed away on Friday, December 26, 2025.
As a child, Tyler treasured time spent at his Grandpa Arnold’s ranch, where he developed a deep appreciation for the outdoors and the sense of freedom it provided. He also shared...
Lucy F. Sedillo
Dec 26, 2025
Lucy F. Sedillo, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque and a devoted woman of faith, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2025, at the age of 71.
Born on May 27, 1954, to Edward and Carmen Atencio, Lucy was a cornerstone of her family and a light to those who knew her. A devout Christian, Lucy found her greatest strength and peace...
Lorenzo Thomas Gurule
Dec 25, 2025
Lorenzo Thomas Gurule, age 63, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2025, in Aurora, Colorado. Born on September 19, 1962, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, he was the cherished son of Erminio and Mary Gurule. A proud graduate of Freedom High School, Lorenzo dedicated 34 years of his life to his work as the owner of Rio Grande Excavations. Among his...
Lynne M. and Alfred D. Marquez
Dec 22, 2025
Lynne M. and Alfred D. Márquez
Lynne Márquez, age 64 (October 22, 1956 – November 24, 2020), and Alfred Márquez, age 71 (February 10, 1954 – December 22, 2025) passed away peacefully, surrounded by children and loved ones, five years and one month apart.
Lynne was born to Michael J. “Jerry” and Eldora M. Hickey in Seattle, Washington. Alfred was born to...
James Preston Bushman
Dec 22, 2025
James Preston Bushman, 78, died December 22, 2025. He is survived by his wife Maxine, daughter Jenise Aminoff (Alex), granddaughter Annelise Aminoff + Noelle Aminoff, son James Vincent Bushman, daughter Dr. Karissa Bushman (Cassie Leonard).
Jim was a wonderful loving husband, father grandfather, uncle, friend. He was an artist, avid fisherman, + chess player. he will be greatly missed by all....
Carlos P. Garcia
Dec 21, 2025
Carlos P. Garcia passed away on Sunday, December 21, 2025 surrounded by his family. Carlos was born in Magdalena, New Mexico on October 2, 1940. to Manuela Villalobos and Teofilo Garcia. He is proceeded in death by his wife Manuela Garcia, his parents, his sisters Alvita Chavez, Molly Talamante, his brother Teofilo Garcia Jr. Carlos was a loving husband, father,...
Edward Francis Gartner
Dec 21, 2025
Edward Francis Gartner, 76, beloved husband and father, passed away Sunday, December 21, 2025, at his home in Albuquerque, NM surrounded by the love of his wife and daughter. He was born in Chicago, Illinois to the late Ernest Henry Gartner and Alice Anna Berndt.
Ed served his country in the United States Army from 1969 to 1971, deploying to Vietnam...
Paula Bonnie Ballinger
Dec 20, 2025
Paula Bonnie Ballinger
August 26, 1950 – December 20, 2025
Paula was born in Pasco, Washington, to Merlene and Paul Schumann, and passed away in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on December 20, 2025.
Paula was later adopted by her beloved parents, Betsy and Howard Ballinger, in 1962. She grew up in Seal Beach, California. She graduated from Marina High School in Huntington Beach, California,...
Philip Young
Dec 20, 2025
Philip J. Young, of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, passed away on December 20, 2025, at Presbyterian Hospital in Albuquerque, New Mexico, at the age of 84.
Philip was born on June 22, 1941, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, to Jack Elijah Young and Lois Stebbins Young. He spent his youth fishing and hiking in the Pecos National Forest, where he developed...
Elizabeth Ann Madaras
Dec 19, 2025
Elizabeth Ann Madaras, age 82, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Known to many as “Ann,” she was also lovingly known as Mom, Sister, Gaga, Grannie Annie, Gran, Auntie Annie, and Friend.
Born in 1943 in Albuquerque to John and Martha Dornacker, Ann attended Monte Vista Elementary, Jefferson Junior High, Highland High School, and graduated from...
