Obituaries

Terry Louise Morales

Terry Louise Morales

Jan 12, 2026

Terry Louise Morales, a resident of Albuquerque NM passed away on Monday, January 12, 2026, at the age of 66. She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Theodore Alires (Ted) and her grandmother, Josephine Alires. Terry is survived by her mother, Barbara Morales and her brother, Michael Morales and many dear friends.

Terry will be remembered as a loving caring...

Agnes Vigil

Agnes Vigil

Jan 11, 2026

Our beloved mother and sister, Agnes Vigil, entered eternal life with the Lord on January 11, 2026, at her home in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.

Agnes was born on May 4, 1936, in Pecos, New Mexico, to Phillip and Lucy Sedillo. She was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Robert R. Vigil.

She is lovingly survived by her sons: Robert S....

Jerry Leo Ortega

Jerry Leo Ortega

Jan 10, 2026

Jerry Leo Ortega June 7, 1961 Jan. 10, 2026 With great sadness, We announce the passing of Jerry Ortega 64. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle and friend. He was born in Santa Fe, NM to Leo and Esther. A resident of Albuquerque, NM. with the Love of Chimayo forever in his heart. He was raised...

Patricia "Patsy" Ann Carrillo

Patricia "Patsy" Ann Carrillo

Jan 10, 2026

Patricia "Patsy" Ann Carillo, 76, of Socorro, New Mexico passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 10, 2026 in the comfort of her own home. Patsy was born in Socorro New Mexico on May 15, 1949 to Abrana Aragon and Nazario Carrillo

Patsy is preceded in death by her husband Raymond Onesimo Carrillo, parents Abrana Aragon and Nazario Carrillo, brother Doroteo (Tay)...

Orlando Christopher Lucero

Orlando Christopher Lucero

Jan 10, 2026

Orlando Christopher Lucero, 45, beloved husband, son, grandson, nephew, brother, and loyal friend, passed away on Saturday, January 10th, 2026. Orlando will be remembered for his deep love of the great outdoors and his remarkable skill as a talented huntsman and fisherman. Nature was his sanctuary—a place where his quiet strength and steady presence shined brightest. He found joy in...

Carl C. Cano

Carl C. Cano

Jan 9, 2026

Carl C. Cano, 43, passed away unexpectedly on January 9, 2026. Born on June 19, 1982to Manuel and Lucy Cano.

Carl is preceded in death by grandparents Juan and Julia Aragon, Cosme and Maria Cano, brother Willie (Juno) Lucero, nephew Richard Zamora, aunts Geraldine (Nana) Romero, Vivian (Vivi) Armijo, Femie Montoya and uncles Higinio Romero, Benito (Chamba) Armijo, Larry Montoya, and...

Alfredo Cabral

Alfredo Cabral

Jan 8, 2026

Alfredo Rivera Cabral a Devoted father and brother, professional photographer, senior Olympian, veteran, pilot, and friend to all in need, Al Cabral died at his home in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on Thursday, January 8th, 2026, at the age of 91.

Alfredo Rivera Cabral was born in Stanton, CA, on February 11, 1934, to Petra and John (Juan) Cabral. As the second...

Juanita McBride

Juanita McBride

Jan 8, 2026

Juanita McBride, age 97, passed away January 8, 2026.  She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Janie and Timothy Cushman; five grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.  

Visitation and viewing will be Monday, January 19, 2026, 11:00 AM, Daniels Family Funeral Services - Sara Chapel, 4310 Sara Rd. SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124.  Graveside service will begin at 12:30 PM, Sandia...

Charles Elijah Beverley

Charles Elijah Beverley

Jan 8, 2026

Charles (Chuck) Elijah Beverley, 93

Albuquerque, NM January 5, 1933 – January 8, 2026

Chuck, our patriarch and quiet superhero, passed away peacefully with his devoted daughter and caregiver, Lori, by his side. Born in Jetersville (Richmond), Virginia, he enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1950 and proudly served at postings along the Continental Divide, Colorado Springs, Germany, Iceland, and...

Juan Ledesma

Juan Ledesma

Jan 7, 2026

On the 18th of July 1938, Juan Delgado Ledesma was born in Ciudad Chihuahua, Mexico, to his loving parents Solidad and Guillermo. He was one of many siblings and had one surviving sister, Nellie (Manuela), who lives in Oregon. In the early sixties, Juan immigrated to the United States, where he began a family with his first wife, Yolanda Rodriquez....

Justin David Sanchez-Martinez

Justin David Sanchez-Martinez

Jan 6, 2026

Justin D. Sanchez Martinez, 37, passed away unexpectedly on January 6, 2026. Born in Santa Fe, NM on December 20, 1988, to Sandra J Sanchez and Kevin A Martinez. He was preceded in death by his father Kevin A Martinez.

He is survived by his mother Sandra Sanchez Husler and stepfather Joseph Husler of Albuquerque, his children, Jaydlyn, Ayden and Tilly;...

Anita Florinda Romero

Anita Florinda Romero

Jan 6, 2026

Anita F. Romero (1947 - 2026)

Anita Romero, 78, of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, peacefully passed away on January 6th, 2026.

Anita was born in Las Vegas, New Mexico in 1947 to the parents of George and Aurora Herrera. She attended West Las Vegas High School and graduated in 1967 before retiring from the New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute. Anita was a...

Susan Elizabeth Rooney

Susan Elizabeth Rooney

Jan 6, 2026

Susan Elizabeth Rooney (née Poss) passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 6, surrounded by her loving family.

Susan was a graduate of Saint Vincent’s Hospital School of Nursing in New York City and devoted many years of her professional life to nursing. It was a vocation that reflected her steadiness, compassion, and quiet strength. She pursued her education with pride and...

Annie Laurie Olson

Annie Laurie Olson

Jan 5, 2026

Annie Laurie Olson (née Goolsby) passed away peacefully on Monday, January 5, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Annie was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She was admired by everyone who knew her, often loved, and she made a lasting impression on people from all walks of life, including neighbors, coworkers, and even those she encountered in everyday life. Her...

Juan Francisco Herrera

Juan Francisco Herrera

Jan 4, 2026

Juan Francisco Herrera (Kiko), age 81, of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2026. Born on March 9, 1944, in Santa Barbara, Mexico, to Carmen Herrera, he was raised in Juarez. Growing up in Juarez, Kiko was driven and, by 8 years old, earned money by shining shoes. When not hustling for his next shoe cleaning,...

Samantha Thomas

Samantha Thomas

Jan 2, 2026

Samantha Kelley Thomas Formerly known as Carrie Elizabeth Jean Passmore Age 49

Samantha Kelley Thomas, formerly known as Carrie Elizabeth Jean Passmore, passed away on January 2, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, at the age of 49.

She was born on November 30, 1976, in Jourdanton, Texas, and was raised in San Antonio, Texas. Samantha was the beloved daughter of Sandra Passmore.

Samantha...

Raphael Eugene Varela

Raphael Eugene Varela

Dec 31, 2025

Raphael Eugene “Gene” Varela triumphantly stepped into eternity on a night shimmering with celebration—New Year’s Eve, December 31, 2025. It feels fitting, almost destined, that Gene chose a moment when the world was awash in light and music. Those who love him can imagine the scene: a joyful reunion with his parents, siblings, nephews, and dear friends, all gathering to...

Paula Smith Harnish

Paula Smith Harnish

Dec 27, 2025

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved mother, aunt, grandmother and friend, Paula Smith Harnish, who left us peacefully on the morning of December 27 in Albuquerque. She was 77 years old, the daughter of the late Floyd and Rosanne Smith of Santa Fe.

Originally from Lewiston, Montana, Paula was the heart...