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Gary Truman Larsh
Dec 3, 2025
Gary Truman Larsh, 76, of Bernalillo, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on December 3,2025, with his wife at his side. Born on April 18,1949, in Denver, Colorado, Gary lived a life full of laughter, knowledge, and unwavering affection for his family and friends.
A proud graduate of the University of New Mexico, Gary earned both a Bachelor's degree in Political Science...
Myriam Teresa Montes
Dec 3, 2025
With profound love and deep sadness, we announce the passing of Myriam Teresa Montes, a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. Myriam left this world on December 3, 2025, surrounded by the family she so lovingly devoted her life to.
Born on October 15, 1937, in Mayagüez, Puerto Rico, Myriam grew up in the mountains of Las Marías, where the values...
Sity Roach
Dec 1, 2025
Alverda (Sity) G. Roach passed away peacefully at home on Dec. 1, 2025.
She is survived by her children, Robert M. Roach, Lynn R. Smith (John), and Sheryl A. Clouse; her grandchildren, Jason R. Roach, Danielle M. Roach, Douglas A. Smith (Claire), Benjamin A. Smith, William J. Smith, and Taylor M. DeBlanc (Antonio); her great-grandson, Gordon M. Smith; and siblings, Ruth McKinney...
Christopher John Chavez
Nov 26, 2025
Christopher John Chavez, 66, passed away peacefully in his home on November 26th, 2025, surrounded by his wife and daughters.
He is survived by his beautiful wife, Mary Ann, of 45 years. He is also survived by his daughters Nadine (husband Jared), and Rowena (husband Vicente); grandchildren Valen, Dominic, Emma, Emalyn, and Rhys; mother Nestor; brothers Duane, Kenny, Albert (wife Victoria),...
Susan Frank
Nov 25, 2025
Susan Aro Frank, 81, of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully in her sleep on November 25, 2025, following surgery. Born in Aberdeen, Washington, in 1944, Susan faced profound loss at age five when her mother, Vivian Ellamae Aro (Hopkins), died from an illness. Susan’s father, Samuel Emil Aro, and grandmother, Toini Aro, raised her, her sister Sherry, and brother Samuel Jr....
Magdalena "Maggie" Maestas Torres
Nov 25, 2025
Born in the community of Cleveland, New Mexico, Magdalena “Maggie” Maestas learned self-reliance at an early age. She worked on the family farm and later at the campus of Menaul School in Albuquerque until she earned her diploma. Menaul School gave Maggie a spiritual foundation and community that she valued throughout her lifetime. She also understood her parents’ sacrifices that...
Miguel Archila Galindo
Nov 25, 2025
Miguel Archila Galindo, age 38, passed away on November 25, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was born on July 15, 1987, in Albuquerque to Dalia Archila and Edy Galindo.
Miguel attended Sandia High School and graduated in 2005. He was self-employed and proudly known as a musician. Music was central to Miguel’s life, especially rockabilly, and he deeply enjoyed long...
Felipe Torres Sr.
Nov 25, 2025
Felipe “Phil” Torres Sr., age 79—a loving husband, devoted father, proud retired U.S. Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sergeant, and faithful servant to God and country—was called home to Heaven on November 25, 2025. Surrounded by the unwavering love of his family, Phil completed his earthly mission with the same strength, dignity, and courage that defined every chapter of his life.
Phil...
Christopher John Barela
Nov 25, 2025
Christopher J. Barela passed away unexpectedly November 25, 2025, He was born November 23, 1967, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Chris was a son, brother, husband, father and grandfather. The son of Manuel R. Barela and Carmen C. Gutierrez.
Chris graduated from West Mesa High School, Class of 85. Following his graduation, Chris pursued his dream to build his own business, Air...
Leroy James Mackeyfill
Nov 24, 2025
Leroy J. Mackeyfill age 62 passed away on November 24, 2025. He is proceeded in death by Father Johnny Mackeyfill, Sr., his brother Johnny R. Mackeyfill, Jr.
Leroy is survived by his Mother Tina Mackeyfill, son Eric Mackeyfill, Sister Pauline Mackeyfill, brother Sammy Mackeyfill and stepbrother Johnny Gutierrez and several nieces and nephews.
Services will be at Daniels Family Funerals and Cremations...
Richard Lawrence May
Nov 24, 2025
Richard May, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on November 24, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Born on September 12, 1942, in Seattle, Washington, he devoted his life to his family, career, and passions.
A proud graduate of Wheaton High School in Wheaton, Maryland, Class of 1960, Richard pursued higher education at St. Louis Community College and the...
Kathryn Ann Brainard
Nov 23, 2025
On November 23rd, 2025, Kathryn Ann Brainard, a beautiful woman and loving mother, was sent to her eternal resting place. Kathy, aged 66, had her husband Dar at her side as she passed, as well as two of her sisters, Kim Ashby and Jackie Allen, her daughters Karen Aragon and Alyssa Brainard, and her good friends Jolene Sandell and Tricia...
William Bruce Mitchell
Nov 23, 2025
William Bruce Mitchell, 66 passed away peacefully in his home on November 23,2025. William was born on June 16, 1959, in Roswell, New Mexico. He was raised in Albuquerque; NM and he joined the Navy after he graduated from Eldorado High School in 19977. After he was discharged from the Navy, William and his friend Randy Saylors had a retail...
Michael Edward Brown
Nov 23, 2025
Michael E. Brown, born on February 6, 1954, in Tucumcari, NM, passed away November 23, 2025, in Rio Rancho, NM.
He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Kathy Brown; his brother, Jerry Brown, and his wife, Shari; son, Richard Brown; daughter, Stephani Poelker; his sister, Linda Leonard; his sister, Candice Brown, and her husband, Bob Hurley, and son,...
Kay S. Schroeder
Nov 22, 2025
Kay S. Schroeder, 81, passed away on November 22, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was born on September 26, 1944, in Lake Jackson, Texas.
Kay attended Texas Christian University, where she earned her degree in Finance. On September 17, 2011, she married the love of her life, Raymond J. Schroeder, in Albuquerque, and they shared 14 wonderful years together.
She is...
Alejo Gabriel Vigil
Nov 22, 2025
Alejo Gabriel Vigil, 40, of Albuquerque, beloved father, son, brother, and friend, passed away on November 22, 2025, at Presbyterian Hospital in Albuquerque, NM. He left behind a legacy of love, resilience, and quiet strength. Born in Santa Fe, NM, on June 8, 1985, Alejo lived a life defined by hard work, generosity, and deep devotion to those he cared for.
Alejo...
Fernando Gonzales
Nov 22, 2025
In Loving Memory of
Fernando “Joe” Gonzales
September 29, 1937 – November 22, 2025
Fernando Gonzales, lovingly known as Joe, age 88, passed away on November 22, 2025, in Bernalillo, New Mexico. He was born on September 29, 1937, in Chula Vista, California, to Gorgonio and Clotilde Gonzales.
Joe proudly served in the United States Air Force for four years. On November 20, 1958,...
Dona Gail Moran Umble
Nov 21, 2025
Dona Gail Moran Umble, 80, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2025 at her home in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was born May 29, 1945, in Ardmore, Oklahoma, to the late Ray O Moran and Willie Lee Moran.
Dona held a master’s degree in education and spent a brief time as an educator. She retired to Coleman,...
Lance Emory Basham
Nov 21, 2025
In Loving Memory of
Lance Emory Basham
Dear Family and Friends,
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Lance Emory Basham, who left us peacefully at home on November 21, 2025, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Born on July 13, 1956, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Lance was a beloved son to Clarence and Janelle Basham.
Lance's journey began in Albuquerque,...
Albert Thomas Gonzales
Nov 19, 2025
It is with much sorrow that we announce the death of Albert Thomas Gonzales. Albert passed away peacefully at home on November 19, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Born on November 25, 1945, in Cedarvale, NM to Charlotte and Tranquilino Gonzales.
Albert, also known as “Speedy Gonzales,” was a graduate of Rio Grande HS and a proud Raven. Albert was...
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