Obituaries

Mar 4, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Patricia Anne Owens, a woman of boundless wittiness and love for her family. Patricia was born on March 5, 1939, and transitioned out of this life on March 4, 2026. Through her journey of 86 years, she touched many lives with her humor, wisdom, and unwavering spirit of perseverance,...

Mar 2, 2026

Mar 1, 2026

Vassilis Bobotis, a resident of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, passed away on March 1, 2026 at the age of 99 years old.  He was born In New York City on January 1, 1927 to Costas and Sultana Bobotis.  

He is married to his wife Norma.

He served for the Army of the United States and earned his World War II Victory...

Mar 1, 2026

Charlotte Winslow Christian

March 24, 1952 - March 1, 2026

Charlotte Winslow Christian, 73, of Rio Rancho, NM, passed away on March 1, 2026, in Rio Rancho. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM on March 28 at the First Baptist Church of Albuquerque, 4101 Paseo Del Norte NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114.

Charlotte was born in Chowan County, NC, to Charlie...

Mar 1, 2026

Joseph R. Spier, 89, passed away on March 2, 2026, in Albuquerque. He was born on April 24, 1936, in Kellers Church to Joseph and Bertha Spier.

Joseph proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force as an Airman First Class for four years. After his military service, he was known as a hardworking “jack of all trades,” always willing...

Mar 1, 2026

Phil E. Miera

Phil E. Miera, 87, was born on July 15, 1938, in Lyden, New Mexico, to Acencion and Filadelfio Miera. He passed away peacefully while in hospice on March 1, 2026, with his daughter, Elaine, and his son, Mika, by his side until the end.

Phil was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great-grandfather, uncle, brother, and friend. He and...

Mar 1, 2026

Lena was born on March 29, 1975, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Lena passed away on March 1, 2026, at the age of 50.

Magdalene “Lena” Otteni, age 50, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2026. Born on March 29, 1975, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Lena brought love, joy, and compassion to all who knew her.

Lena was a woman that lived her life...

Mar 1, 2026

Charles W. “Chuck” Owens

Charles W. “Chuck” Owens, born March 12, 1939, in Washington, Indiana, passed away on March 1, 2026, reuniting with the love of his life after 65 beautiful years of marriage.

Chuck spent his early years in Washington, Indiana, before moving to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where he spent many of his formative years. He eventually made his home in Los...

Feb 28, 2026

Janette Kae “Jan” Wheeler

Janette Kae “Jan” Wheeler, age 67, passed away on February 28, 2026, at her home in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, surrounded by her loving family after courageously battling cancer for two years. She peacefully entered the presence of her Savior.

Jan was born on June 1, 1958, in Vancouver, Washington, to Jim and Karen Hall. She grew up...

Feb 28, 2026

Adolfo “Adolf” Martinez, born on July 3, 1953, in Albuquerque to Donicio & Chonita Martinez. He passed away on February 28, 2026, at Rust Medical Center in Albuquerque, NM, surrounded by family members and loved ones. Adolf grew up in Alameda outside of downtown Albuquerque and graduated from Valley High School.

Adolf was the youngest of 7 children.

Adolf spent his career...

Feb 27, 2026

Gay Blair, age 93, beloved mother passed away February 27,2026. she was a lifelong New Mexican resident and was born on the Eastern side of the state in Tucumcari New Mexico where her parents had been involved in agriculture in House New Mexico. She was the youngest of 5 children, she had two brothers and two sisters, and she was...

Feb 27, 2026

In Loving Memory of Jenny Lynne Morton

May 4, 1945 – February 27, 2026

Jenny Lynne Morton, 80, of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Born on May 4, 1945, in Grants Pass, Oregon, Jenny was the daughter of Gayle Bovee and Jessie Van De Veer Watson. She graduated from Amphitheater High School in...

Feb 25, 2026

Isabell Pena, age 80, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2026. She was born on February 3, 1946, in Gallup, New Mexico.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Martin Pena; her son, Leo C. Turner, Jr.; and her parents, Oscaris and Salome Baldonado.

Isabell is lovingly remembered by her children: Evette Giron, Darlene Padilla, Michelle Armijo, and Mark Turner....

Feb 25, 2026

Raul Luna Blanco, age 54, passed away on February 25, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Raul was born on July 18, 1971, to Maria and Herculano Blanco. He was raised in Southern California, where he attended Jackson Elementary School in Santa Ana, Spurgeon Middle School in Santa Ana, and Katella High School in Anaheim.

In the mid-1990s, Raul moved to New Mexico,...

Feb 25, 2026

James Hodgdon passed away at his home in Rio Rancho on February 25, 2026. He was born into a loving family on December 21, 1970, in Billings, Montana. As a child growing up in Montana, his family made sure that he had the ability to play every sport he wanted, and he played them all, and he was great!

It was...

Feb 24, 2026

NAWMAN, Elwood “Woody” J., 92, of Corrales, NM died Tuesday, February 24, 2026, in his residence. He was born September 8, 1933, in Springfield, Ohio, the son of Lawrence E. and Helen D. Nawman. Woody served his country in the US Navy during the Korean War. He retired from Public Service Company (PNM) with 30 years of service. Woody was...

Feb 24, 2026

Roman Gallegos was born on December 18, 1933, in Mountainair, New Mexico, to Mary Ballejos and Prudencio Gallegos. He was one of five children and grew up alongside his siblings, Adolph (Henrietta) Gallegos, Sally (Max) Tafoya, Cecilia (Lorenzo) Chavez, and Dolores (Phil) Lucero. Raised in a hardworking family of farmers and business owners, Roman often spoke fondly of his first...

Feb 23, 2026

Celebrating the Life of James “Jim” Johns

James “Jim” Johns of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, passed away unexpectedly on February 23, 2026.

Jim was born on February 24, 1959, in Paducah, Kentucky, to James and Ann Johns. He was the eldest of four sons. The family later moved to New Mexico, and in 1978, Jim graduated from El Dorado High School in...

Feb 23, 2026

Judith “Judy” Whitney, 78, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away suddenly on February 23, 2026.

Judy was born on April 19, 1947, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, to William and Lilli Hentel. She spent her childhood in Albuquerque and remained connected to the community throughout her life.

In her early years, Judy worked in administrative office roles before dedicating much of her adult...

Feb 23, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of David Michael Johnson, 52, of Edgewood, New Mexico, on February 23,2026.

David was born in Utica, New York and graduated from Mohawk Central School. He pursued higher education to earn an Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice from Herkimer County Community College and a Bachelor of Applied Science...