Regina Paulette Fields
Feb 23, 2026
Regina Paulette Fields (1969–2026)
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Regina Paulette Fields, known affectionately as “Reg,” who departed this world on February 23rd, 2026 at the age of 56. After a long and courageous battle with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease, she passed away surrounded by the love of the family she spent her life protecting and...
Sergeant Michael Barrett Schlattman
Feb 23, 2026
Sergeant Michael Barrett Schlattman, affectionately known as "Schlatty", tragically passed away on February 23, 2026, while serving in the line of duty. Born on March 2, 1973, in San Antonio, Texas, to James Lee and LeAnn Clare Schlattman, Michael spent part of his childhood in England, where his father was stationed with the Air Force.
He was a proud graduate of...
Kendall Oliver Schlenker
Feb 22, 2026
Kendall Oliver Schlenker
May 12, 1933 – February 22, 2026
Last week New Mexico lost one of its most interesting and accomplished citizens, attorney Kendall Oliver Schlenker, age 92. .
Kendall was a man of faith, a star athlete, a brilliant student, a pilot of balloons and small aircraft, a diplomat, a philanthropist, a patron of the arts, an attorney of sterling reputation...
Elaine Marie Gabrys
Feb 21, 2026
Elaine Marie Gabrys, 82, passed away peacefully on Saturday morning, February 21. She was born on June 7, 1943, in Chicago.
Over the years, Elaine lived in California and Texas, returning to California before eventually settling in Rio Rancho, where she resided for the past 42 years.
Elaine was the loving wife of George. She is survived by her children, Georgette Gabrys...
Daniel Lee Funk
Feb 21, 2026
Daniel Lee Funk
January 19, 1954 – February 21, 2026
Daniel Lee Funk, 72, of Corrales, New Mexico, completed his final earthly journey and entered eternal rest on February 21, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents, Vernon and Naomi Funk.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, Katherine; his sister, Lorraine, and her husband, George; his nephew,...
George P. Roche
Feb 21, 2026
George Patrick “Pat” Roche, 88, passed away peacefully in Rio Rancho, NM, on February 21, 2026. He was born on March 9, 1937, in Havre, Montana, to the late Mary Irene and Ernest Martin Roche. Pat enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1954 at the age of 17. He served his country for 20 years, which included service...
Diana Blunk
Feb 20, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Diana Blunk, who passed away on February 20, 2026, at the age of 75.
Diana was a bright light to all who knew her. She was born on December 13, 1950, in Stillwater, Oklahoma, and was raised in Enid, Oklahoma. She graduated from Enid High School in 1969 and went...
MaryHelen Gallagher
Feb 20, 2026
MaryHelen Gallagher, age 75, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2026. She was born in Artesia, New Mexico, to Juan Gaspar Rincon and Margarita Carrasco Rincon.
MaryHelen attended Artesia High School and later graduated from West Mesa High School in 1971. She dedicated 22 years of service to Albuquerque Public Schools before retiring. Her commitment to her work and her community...
Maria Dolores "Dee" Lucero
Feb 20, 2026
Maria Dolores “Dee” Lucero, 79, of Rio Rancho, entered peacefully into eternal rest on February 20, 2026, surrounded by her loving family and strengthened by the Holy Rites of the Catholic Church. With faith as her lifelong compass, she was called home to the Lord whom she served so faithfully.
Born on June 18, 1946, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Damaso...
Paul C. Vigil
Feb 19, 2026
Paul C. Vigil Jr.
Paul Vigil passed away peacefully on the night of February 19, 2026, after living a full life of 80 years. A native of Santa Fe, NM, and residing in Rio Rancho for the last 23 years of his life, he left his fingerprints in many places.
An outstanding carpenter whose signature style was turning extra wood into beautiful...
Shannon Renee Stokes
Feb 17, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we share the unexpected passing of our beloved Shannon Stokes on February 17, 2026.
Shannon was a devoted mother, loving daughter, committed wife, sister, and friend. She had the kindest of hearts and always put others before herself. She had a special way of making anyone around her feel loved, supported, and valued.
Her children were...
Armando Enriquez Ordonez
Feb 16, 2026
Armando Enriquez Ordoñez, 82, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Born on January 15, 1944, in La Selva, Mexico, Armando lived a life marked by love, dedication, and unwavering support for those around him.
Armando is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Josefina. Together they built a family filled with love and cherished memories....
Joe Valdez
Feb 15, 2026
Joe “Jose Gato” Valdez, age 84, of Pena Blanca, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Joe was born on July 17, 1941, in Pena Blanca, New Mexico, to Enrique and Cruzita Valdez. He attended Bernalillo High School through the 11th grade and later earned his GED while proudly serving his country in the...
Jerome Fossenier
Feb 15, 2026
Jerome Paul (Jerry) Fossenier was born in Radville, Saskatchewan, Canada, June 8, 1935, to Maurice and Alice Fossenier. Educated through high school and joined the Royal Canadian Army Reserves in Radville; then earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering in 1959 from the University of Denver, in Denver, Colorado. He died in Rio Rancho, New Mexico on February...
Virginia Ann Duran Ginn
Feb 14, 2026
Virginia A. Duran Ginn was called home to be with the Lord on the morning of Saturday, February 14, 2026. She was diagnosed with metastatic pancreatic cancer in December 2025 and courageously accepted her fate, knowing the diagnosis had come much too late for treatment. Choosing quality of life over quantity was her last act of love and she spent...
Theodore George Main
Feb 12, 2026
Theodore “Ted” George Main passed away peacefully on February 12, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Ted was born on February 26, 1945, in Ashland, Wisconsin. In 1957, he moved to Duluth, Minnesota with his parents, Harold and Helen, and his older brother, Jim. While attending Ordean Junior High School, Ted met the love of his life, Catherine (née Brooks). He...
Michael Andrew Campbell
Feb 12, 2026
Michael Andrew Campbell passed into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior on February 12, 2026, at 1:48 a.m. at Rust Medical Center. His wife, Peggy, and grandson, Ethan, were blessed to be by his side when he left for glory, fulfilling the words of his favorite hymn, “When the Roll Is Called Up Yonder, I’ll Be There.”
Michael was...
Pierre Montrell Williams
Feb 11, 2026
An Earth star has passed over our sky. Returning to his creator. Pains experienced are forever gone, he exists free and at peace. Entrepreneur and creative, Pierre Montrell Williams, also known as Profit, born in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Thursday, February 20th, 1986, completed his Earth mission in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Wednesday, February 11th, 2026. With him, love from parents, Clifford...
Larry Herbert Buss
Feb 11, 2026
Larry Herbert Buss, age 87, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2026. Larry was born in Jamestown, New York on June 20, 1938 at Jamestown’s WPC Hospital to Larry William Buss and Eva Viola Buss, née Billig. He is predeceased by his sister, Letty Ann Taylor.
While attending Sherman High School, Larry ambitiously joined his Sherman High School Air Force Reserve...
Ann Marie Johnson
Feb 10, 2026
Ann Marie Johnson, 67, lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, in an Albuquerque hospital where she had been recovering from a recent illness and surgery. She was born on March 9, 1958, at St. Joseph's Hospital, the second child of Robert H. "Bob" and Mary Moore Johnson.
Ann attended Queen of Heaven School and St....
