Obituaries

Dec 21, 2021

Clemontine Walker was born January 28, 1927 in Canton, Mississippi to U.Z. and Ida (Smith) Holden. She was the eldest of two children. Clemontine received her education from Lincoln County School Systems in Lincoln, Mississippi. She confessed a hope in Christ at an early age. In Albuquerque, she was a member of New Hope Full Gospel Baptist Church.

 

She...

Dec 20, 2021

Javier “Chapo” Rivas Contreras passed away on December 20, 2021 in Rio Rancho, NM at the age of 57.

Javier is survived by his wife, Delia Rivas; children, Jose Rivas, Nayeli Rivas, and Yesenia Rivas; son-in-law, Jesus A. Saenz; grandchildren, I’Lani Saenz Rivas and Elijah Saenz Rivas; his beloved pets, Charro, Romeo, Kash, Balthasar, and Graffiti. He is preceded in...

Dec 20, 2021

Phillip Robert Vouterin passed away and joined his beloved sisters on December 20, 2021. Phillip was born November 10, 1931 at the old St. Joseph’s Hospital. He was loved by his family and friends and was known to all by various nicknames including Phil, Robert, Sonny, Uncle and Mr. V. He is survived by his two brother-in-laws and many cousins, nieces...

Dec 19, 2021

Dec 19, 2021

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Grace Elaine (Laney) Dalbey, who passed away on December 19, 2021, at her home in Datil, New Mexico. Laney was born on June 25, 1961, in Yuma, Arizona to Darrell and Betty Simmons. She graduated from East High School in Rockford, Illinois and graduated from AIBT Technical Institute in...

Dec 19, 2021

Dec 18, 2021

Pamela Jane Moya (72) passed away peacefully, with her daughters by her side on December 18th, 2021.   Pam was preceded in death by her parents George and Jewell Markle and 1 brother Johnny Lee “Butch” Markle and many other extended family members who meant so much to her. She is reunited and rejoicing with them now and we know our...

Dec 18, 2021

Joseph Luther Steinbeck Jr., 74, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones at his home in Rio Rancho, NM on December 18, 2021. Joe was a decorated veteran who served his country proudly in the Vietnam War and spent much of his active military career stationed at Camp Lejune, NC.

Joe was born on January 29, 1947 in Moberly,...

Dec 18, 2021

Olivio Lopez, age 83, passed away on Saturday December 18, 2021. Olivio was born on June 3, 1938 to Hermenes and Adela Lopez in Luis Lopez, NM. Olivio is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Lila Lopez, his loving parents Hermenes and Adela Lopez, his loving sister Helen Lopez, his loving brothers Damacio (Junior) Lopez, Eddie Lopez and Steve...

Dec 17, 2021

Katherine Elaine Huber, left her earthly life on Dec. 17, 2021 to join her Heavenly Father and all her loved ones who have gone on before her.

She is survived by her husband, Oscar Huber Jr., and sons, Joshua, and wife, Andrea and Jonathan Huber. Her parents, Ron and Sarah Anderson; a sister, Karen Wilkinson and husband, Craig; and many nieces...

Dec 17, 2021

Tillie Garcia, 90, our family’s rock, was called home to her eternal resting place on Friday, December 17, 2021. She is now sharing her delicious recipes, dancing, and playing poker with the angels.

Tillie was born on December 31, 1930 in Chimayo, NM. She was raised in Santa Fe and resided in Rio Rancho.

She was preceded in death by...

Dec 16, 2021

John T. Deuel, age 69, parted from this life on  December 16, 2021.  He was born October 19, 1952 to John and Ida Deuel in Bernalillo, New Mexico.  Johnny, as he was called by his family and friends, grew up and graduated from Bernalillo High School, class of 1970.  He graduated from Diesel Mechanics School in Denver, Colorado.  He was...

Dec 15, 2021

Carol J. (Kohl) Mauthe

Rio Rancho/Albuquerque, NM - Carol J. (Kohl) Mauthe, age 89, formerly of Appleton, WI, passed away at her home with family by her side on December 15, 2021, after a brief illness.

Carol was born August 12, 1932, in Appleton WI.  She was married to Norbert W. Mauthe.  Growing up, Carol attended St. Therese Catholic School...

Dec 14, 2021

   Michael "Mike" Torres, 53, passed away on December 14, 2021 after a brave battle with Covid-19. He is survived by his fiancee, Marisa Garcia; his adored daughter, Isabella Grace Torres; stepson, Joshua Perez; father, Joe Torres; mother, Judy Leyba; siblings, Steven Torres (and family), Anthony Torres (and family), Ashley Leyba (husband Bo White and family); as well as numerous beloved...

Dec 14, 2021

Michael Massengale passed away December 14th, 2021 in  Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was born April 1st, 1973 in Huntington Beach, California to Jerry Massengale, and Mary Massengale.

He is preceded in death by his father, Jerry Massengale.

He is survived by his Wife, Michelle Britz-Stanley; daughter, TyLynee Doege; son in law Kyle Doege; daughter, Taylor Lindgren; son in law, Cody Lindgren; daughter, Reagan Massengale; grandson,...

Dec 14, 2021

  John Abel Baker 50, passed away on December 14th at Lovelace Hospital. He was born on May 13th, 1971, in Albuquerque New Mexico. He lived there most of his life, except for 3 years, prior to starting 1st grade, where he lived in Morro Bay California.             John was a beloved father, son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend....

Dec 13, 2021

Gregory Newton Whitfield passed away on December 13th , 2021. He was born March 22nd , 1966 to Bill and Billie Ruth Whitfield in the town of Clovis, New Mexico, alongside his four siblings.

He grew up in Clovis, attending Clovis Highschool where he graduated in 1984 before attending College at New Mexico State University, achieving a master’s degree in Electro...

Dec 13, 2021

Jerry Gutierrez was born March 17, 1948, and left to go home on December 13th, 2021, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Jerry was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. Family meant everything to him, and his grandchildren brought the greatest joy to his life. He was a true patriot who served in the Vietnam War and was awarded the...

Dec 13, 2021

Lois was born on July 24, 1948 in Watertown, Wisconsin. She passed from this life December 13, 2021 in Albuquerque, New Mexico after a brief bout with cancer.

Lois was raised in Watertown and in Milwaukee before moving with her family to Albuquerque, New Mexico when she was 15 years of age. She continued her education at the University of New...

Dec 13, 2021

Mrs. Maria Elena Talavera Eichwald died unexpectedly in Rio Rancho, New Mexico on December 13th, 2021 at the age of 75.

She is survived by her loving husband Ernest L. Eichwald of Corrales, NM, by son Rodrigo L. Eichwald of Albuquerque, NM, by son Alejandro Eichwald of Corrales, NM, by daughter in law Trish Eichwald of Corrales, NM, by daughter...