John Leon Chavez
Mar 13, 2025
With a heavy heart, we announce the passing of John “JC” Chavez on March 13, 2025.
John was an incredible craftsman and painter, and one who took pride in his work when painting homes. Painting brought calmness and peace to John, and he shared many pics with family and friends of his work before and after. John was an avid basketball...
Dixie Lee Gribble
Mar 13, 2025
Dixie Lee Gribble (Rozell), a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away suddenly on Thursday, March 13, 2025, from complications after she fell during a walk with one of her dogs. Dixie was born in Albuquerque, NM, on September 11, 1951, to loving parents Neal and LaTrelle Rozell. Her younger sister, Jerilou, completed the happy family of four.Rooted in the North...
Elvira "Vera" Horn
Mar 12, 2025
Elvira “Vera” Horn, age 83, passed away March 12, 2025, in Rio Rancho, NM. She was born on December 21, 1941, to Dan and Mary Mela Mares Sedillo Sr.
She graduated from Raton High School
Her greatest accomplishments were owning and operating a small sewing business. She taught Sunday School and was the church pianist. Most importantly, she raised five boys.
She was...
Efren Ruiz
Mar 11, 2025
Efren Ruiz, born April 13, 1930, passed away on March, 11, 2025, at the age of 94. He was a Corporal in the US Army and served in the Korean War. He was honorably discharged in 1953. Efren went on to be employed as a Security Officer and then proudly worked for the US Postal Service until he retired after...
Charlene "Char" Mae Begay
Mar 11, 2025
Charlene “Char” Mae Begay, age 73, passed away March 11, 2025, in Rio Rancho, NM. She was born to Scotty Begay Sr. and Lorretta Begay, July 30, 1951, in Gallup, NM.
Char was preceded in death by her parents: Scotty Begay Sr. and Loretta Begay; brother, Scotty N. Begay Jr.; sister, Darlene Begay; daughter, Marcie Rae Dennison; granddaughter, Brianna Lynn Castor;...
Gene Clement
Mar 10, 2025
Charles Eugene Clement “Gene” was born in Raton, New Mexico to Charles E. Clement and Eugenia Twitty Clement on December 2, 1937. He had wonderful memories of growing up in a small town. After graduation from Raton High, he and his parents move to Albuquerque, New Mexico, where Gene worked a lot of jobs while earning a BA and a...
Calvin Coolidge Perry
Mar 9, 2025
Calvin Coolidge Perry, 81, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, departed this life on Sunday, March 9, 2025. He was born in Van Alstyne, Texas on March 23, 1943, the eleventh of twelve children to John and Willie Mae Perry. The family moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico in 1952. Calvin graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1961 and in 1963 began his...
Carmen Trujillo
Mar 9, 2025
Carmen Trujillo was born Carmen Yolanda Lesperance on February 26, 1961, to Albino Lesperance and Macedonia (Maisie) Otero Lesperance. She lost her 8-year battle with Cancer on March 9, 2025. Having grown up with 5 older brothers (Al, Bobby, Charles, Harold, Danny) and one younger brother (Luciano), Carmen loved camping, riding horses and “Harleys”; she even worked on a highway...
Evalynn Louise Barnard
Mar 9, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Evalynn Louise Barnard on March 9, 2025. A devoted mother, sister, aunt, cherished grandmother, and loving great-grandmother, Evalynn’s strength, warmth, and kindness touched the lives of all who knew her.
Born on December 21, 1946, in Ardmore, Oklahoma, Evalynn lived a life rooted in love, resilience, and unwavering dedication to her family. She...
Jean Dimock Bernabo
Mar 9, 2025
Jean Audrey Dimock Bernabo died peacefully on March 9 at her home in Fairwinds Rio Rancho Retirement Center.
The eldest daughter of the late Percy and Alfreida Dimock, Jean was born in Meriden, CT on March 1, 1928, and graduated from Meriden High School. A friend at work, Betty Vince, introduced her baby brother to Jean, who married Louis Bernabo on...
Ted Valenzuela
Mar 7, 2025
Ted Valenzuela, lifelong resident of Socorro, New Mexico passed away peacefully on March 7, 2025. He was surrounded by his loving family.
Ted was a long-term and dedicated employee of the Socorro County Road Department. He enjoyed fishing, taking care of his pets, being outdoors, and especially enjoyed spending time with his family. He was Catholic and lived his faith daily.
Ted...
James Lullie
Mar 6, 2025
James (Jim) Lullie passed away March 6th, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in 1945 in the Chicago Suburbs. Jim is survived by his current wife, Debra with sons, Ted Nichols (Julie) of Phoenix and Jessie Nichols (Ashley) of Omaha; former spouse Peggy Lullie of Albuquerque with son Richard Lullie of Phoenix and daughter Samantha Lullie of...
Frederick Karl Kreier
Mar 6, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Frederick Karl Kreier, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, who left us on March 6th, 2025. Fred was a man whose humor, and love for life and family touched everyone who knew him.
Born on April 29th, 1949, Fred grew up in El Paso, TX. He loved sports and school...
Marie Grace Ashe
Mar 5, 2025
Marie Grace Ashe went to heaven on March 5th 2025.
She leaves behind her 3 children Bernadette, James and Mark(Julie and Ty) and her Grandchildren whom she loved very much Adam, Konrad(Neolia), Andrew and Joshua (Alexandria). She is also survived by her bonus daughter Donna Gallegos and her special niece Theresa Vigil who she considered daughters.
Grace was the best Mother and...
Apollo Jiraiya Amadeus Otero
Mar 5, 2025
Apollo Jiraiya Amadeus Otero, age 1 passed away in his parents arms at UNM Children’s Hospital in Albuquerque NM on March 5, 2025. Apollo was born on October 25, 2023 to Issac and Sam. Despite his short time on earth he was deeply loved and brought joy to those around him. Apollo will be forever remembered and loved by his...
Frank "Frankie" Chavez
Mar 5, 2025
Frank Pete (Frankie) Chavez 40, left a memorable mark on the lives of all who knew him, and his passing on March 5, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is a tremendous loss. Frank’s kindness and ability to strike up a conversation with anyone and everyone was truly a gift. He was always the first to volunteer and his work ethic...
Elijah Francis Wade
Mar 4, 2025
E.F. Wade lived a long, varied life; a good life. He was born in Leslie, MO and attended school in Union, MO. After graduation he joined the Air Force where he served 41/2 years, especially enjoying his extended deployment to Germany pre Berlin Wall. Following an honorable discharge, E.F. returned to MO where he met his future wife,...
Leah Demetro Clauss
Mar 4, 2025
Leah Demetro Clauss, 81, a loving mother and grandmother, passed away on March 4,2025. Leah was known for her love of all animals. She selflessly provided support to Local and Global organizations that take care of forgotten and mistreated animals. Leah spent her career in the trucking industry. She drove 18 Wheelers Coast to Coast for many years and retired...
Anthony Vasquez
Mar 4, 2025
Anthony “Tony” Vasquez was born on October 27, 1985, he passed away peacefully in his home on March 4, 2025.
Tony grew up in Santa Fe, NM, where he began his love for sports. In high school, Tony developed an interest in cheerleading which later carried on into his time as a UNM college student. Tony eventually transitioned into the role...
Adam Benavidez
Mar 4, 2025
It is with profound sadness and love that we announce the passing of Adam Benavidez.
Adam was raised in Corrales, NM. He attended Cibola High School where he wrestled and took Shop and Metals. The skills he learned led him to a career in the trades. He was a plumber/pipefitter/ orbital welder for the local 412 union. Adam loved adventure. He...
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