Obituaries

Ramona Louise Plummer

Ramona Louise Plummer

Mar 3, 2025

Ramona “Mona” Louise Plummer, passed away on March 3rd, at the age of 78. She was born on January 21, 1947, in Silver City, NM and lived in Albuquerque, NM. Through the end, Mona carried herself with strength, and full of love for those who were with her in her final hours.

While our hearts mourn the loss, we take comfort...

Corrine Yvonne Leyba

Corrine Yvonne Leyba

Mar 3, 2025

On Monday March, 03 2025, Corrine Yvonne Leyba loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great grandmother passed away at 81 years of age. 

Yvonne is joining her husband of 63 years, Fabian, her daughters Louise and Sandra in Heaven. 

She is survived by her children, daughter Leonor (Mike), sons Randy (Cathee), Mike (Family) her four grandchildren Kevin, Daniel, Roz and Jeremy. Her...

James Ernest Bundy

James Ernest Bundy

Mar 2, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of James Ernest Bundy, March 2, 2025, at the age of 68. James has gone to be with the Lord. A lifelong resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, James was proud of his roots in this community. 

James earned his bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from the University of New Mexico and...

Diana A. Fessler

Diana A. Fessler

Mar 2, 2025

Diana A Fessler, wife of John Fessler, mother to Catherine Fessler and Victoria Paravato and her husband Frankie, and “Nana” to her granddaughters Kayden and Bailey was born on September 23, 1957 in Connecticut and passed away on March 2, 2025 at her home with her loving husband.

Diana was a caring and supportive mother and wife. Diana worked at the...

JoAnne Carolyn Thomas

JoAnne Carolyn Thomas

Mar 1, 2025

JoAnne Thomas, 91, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2025. A devoted wife, mother, compassionate nurse, and woman of deep faith, JoAnne lived a life of service, dedication, and joy.

Born on February 17, 1934, JoAnne devoted her life to caring for others—both as a nurse and as a loving mother to her three sons, Mike, Ron, and Rob. She was...

Phyllis Joy Herring Stein

Phyllis Joy Herring Stein

Feb 28, 2025

Phyllis Joy Herring Stein passed away peacefully on Friday, February 28, 2025, with loved ones by her side. She was born in Ralls, Texas, on January 3, 1950, to Odell and Joy Herring. She lived in Hobbs, NM, from 7th grade on through high school. She lived most of her adult life in Cincinnati, Ohio, a city that she loved....

James William Scanlon Jr.

James William Scanlon Jr.

Feb 27, 2025

James William Scanlon Jr. passed away peacefully after a battle with Dementia, with his family by his side on February 27th. The biggest Alabama fan out there, Jim was born to Effie Elizabeth Pinckard and James William Scanlon on August 10th 1946 in Troy, Alabama. But he grew up in the state of New Mexico.

While growing up in Farmington, NM...

Herbert Alfred Pluemer

Herbert Alfred Pluemer

Feb 27, 2025

Herbert Alfred Pluemer was born in Potosi, Wisconsin on May 5, 1942, to Bernadine and Leonard Pluemer. He passed away on Thursday February 27, 2025. 

Herb began his adventure growing up on the family farm in Wisconsin. He was always taking things apart and putting them back together. He kept his parents on their toes with his mischievous pranks. He graduated...

Priscilla Pangan

Priscilla Pangan

Feb 27, 2025

Priscilla Pangan passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 27, 2025 surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on October 27, 1932 in the Philippines to Benito Requinton and Mercedes Abrena.

She was the loving wife of Gaudencio (Jun), Jr Pangan, and mother to Naomi, who preceded her in death. Priscilla is survived by her sons, Eliezer and wife Bettina, Nathaniel...

Maureen J. Martinez

Maureen J. Martinez

Feb 26, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Maureen J. Martinez on February 26, 2025.Maureen was born on October 5, 1944, in Norwich, England. She married Carlos Martinez on August 29, 1964, in England, and they moved to the United States. Together, they raised four beautiful children, initially living in Colorado before eventually settling in...

Berta Chacon

Berta Chacon

Feb 24, 2025

Berta Margarita Chacon passed away peacefully and surrounded by her loving family on February 24, 2025 in Albuquerque, NM at the age of 83. Born on March 13, 1941 in Ysleta, TX, she was the second sibling of five children born to Isaac and Anita Ortega. As a young girl she worked in her parents’ store and helped raise her...

Richard "Dick" Carver

Richard "Dick" Carver

Feb 24, 2025

Richard “Dick” Carver, of Albuquerque, NM passed away peacefully on February 20th, 2025. His beloved wife, Sandra E. Carver (Chavez) and other members of his family were by his side. Dick was born on May 14th, 1945, in Carrol, Iowa. His parents were Richard and Elizabeth Carver.

Dick served his country in the U.S. Army, and was stationed at White Sands...

Jean A. Harris

Jean A. Harris

Feb 22, 2025

 Jean A. Harris of Corrales, 92, passed away peacefully of natural causes surrounded by family on February 22, 2025, at her son's home in Georgia. She is survived by her son Joseph R. Harris, Jr., daughter Allison Harris, daughter-in-law Debbie Benoit-Harris, M.D., grandson David Benoit-Harris, granddaughters Danielle Benoit-Harris Speed (Gary W. Speed) and Camille Benoit Harris, and numerous beloved other...

Patricia Marie Nystrom

Patricia Marie Nystrom

Feb 22, 2025

Patricia Pearson Nystrom was born July 24, 1927, at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, Texas, to Maurice Ward Pearson, Jr., and Marie Conley Pearson.

After attending Loretto Academy in Kansas City, Missouri, she graduated from Notre Dame de Sion High School. She attended the University of Kansas, where she was a member of the Chi Omega Sorority.

During Patricia’s marriage to...

Lucille (Lucy) Garcia

Lucille (Lucy) Garcia

Feb 21, 2025

Lucille (Lucy) Garcia, born on May 5, 1951, passed away on February 21, 2025. Lucy attended Albuquerque High School and later married Steve Garcia. She was a devoted wife, loving mother, and cherished friend.

Lucy was preceded in death by her husband, Steve Garcia; her parents, Fred and Josie Gallegos; her son, Louie J. Padilla; and her pet dog, Freddy. 

She is...

Serjio Lorenzo Griego

Serjio Lorenzo Griego

Feb 21, 2025

Serjio Lorenzo Griego, age 24, of Rio Rancho, NM, passed away on February 21, 2025. He was born on January 23, 2001, to Lawrence Griego and Leticia Duarte.

Serjio will be deeply missed by his father, Lawrence Griego, and mother, Leticia Duarte; his brother, Alejandro Griego; his paternal grandparents, Toby and Josie Griego; his maternal grandparents, Ramon and Marissa Duarte; his...

Julius Duran

Julius Duran

Feb 20, 2025

Julius Duran, a resident of Bernalillo, NM died on February 20, 2025. He was born in Friona, Texas on December 20th, 1933 to Alfredo and Virginia Duran and raised in Tucumcari, NM.

He is survived by his wife of 27 years, Donna Duran, and 4 children: Anna Rice (Joe), Michelle Himbarger (Jim), Marcos Duran and Jennifer Duran. He is also survived...

Patricia Ann Willis (Gosso)

Patricia Ann Willis (Gosso)

Feb 20, 2025

Patricia Ann Willis (Gosso), lovingly known as 'Patty' or 'Guy', passed away on February 20, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, at the age of 82. 

Born to Richard and Patricia Gosso, Patty was a cherished daughter and sister. She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Linda Smith, and her brother Carl Gosso. She is survived by her devoted...

Vessie Chavez

Vessie Chavez

2025

Vessie Armanda Chavez

1936-2025

Proceeded in death by parents Jose F. Vigil and Antonia Montoya Vigil, sister Angie Velarde, brother Henry Vigil, sister Priscilla Vigil, brother Tony Vigil.

Married to Jose S. Salazar until his death and married to Alfonso M. Chavez until his death.

Survived by three loving sons, Greg P. Salazar (Tonya), Joseph E. Salazar (Angelina), and Arthur C. Chavez (Nina). Beloved...

Anita McFearin

Anita McFearin

Feb 19, 2025

Anita McFearin, age 77, dedicated mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away Wednesday, February 19, 2025. She went peacefully at home and will be missed by all who ever had the benefit of meeting and knowing her. Anita was known for her generosity, her dedication to her values, and most of all, to teaching those around her. She loved her...