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Alexus Antoinette Mae Chavez

Alexus Antoinette Mae Chavez

Aug 7, 2025

With heavy hearts, the family of Alexus Antoinette Mae Chavez—affectionately known as “Lexi” or “Lexi Bexi”—announces her sudden passing on August 7, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, at the age of 30.

Born on July 25, 1995, in Albuquerque, Lexi was the cherished daughter of Victoria Ross and Joseph Rudy Chavez. She was a beloved daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece, cousin, and...

Dionel Joseph Archibeque

Dionel Joseph Archibeque

Aug 7, 2025

Dionel Joseph Archibeque, 62, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2025, with his family by his side. He was a loving son, father, brother, nephew, and cousin whose kindness and devotion touched the lives of many.

Joseph was preceded in death by his father, Joe Archibeque. He is survived by his mother, Florence; his children, Santino and Andrea; his beloved grandchild,...

Ivelisse Vivas Cates

Ivelisse Vivas Cates

Aug 7, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Ivelisse Vivas Cates, who passed away peacefully in Albuquerque, NM, on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at the age of 85. Born November 23, 1939, in San Juan, Puerto Rico and moved to Albuquerque, NM in 1980. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was known...

Antonio Ray Martinez

Antonio Ray Martinez

Aug 7, 2025

Antonio Ray Martinez (TJ), age 47, passed away on August 7, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Born on October 10, 1977, in Borger, Texas, TJ brought warmth and light into the lives of all who knew him.

A dedicated and skilled electrician, TJ was known for his tireless work ethic and resilience. He navigated challenging schedules and demanding environments with determination...

Brooke Jewel Torrey

Brooke Jewel Torrey

Aug 7, 2025

It is with deep love and sadness that we announce the passing of Brooke Jewel Torrey, beloved mother, wife, daughter, daughter-in-law, sister, and friend, who left us on August 7th 2025 at the age of 25. Brooke passed during the delivery of her first child, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and cherished memories. 

Brooke was born along with her...

Jovanny Garduño

Jovanny Garduño

Aug 7, 2025

In Loving Memory of Jovanny Garduño 

December 20, 1986 – August 7, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and immense love that we announce the passing of Jovanny Garduño, who took his final breath on August 7, 2025, at 2:50 a.m. He was the beloved son of Violeta Lopez-Unzueta and Julio Cesar Garduno, and a cherished brother to Yazmine, Gizelle, Jonathan, and...

Lionel Taylor

Lionel Taylor

Aug 6, 2025

A Life Remembered, Lionel Taylor  It is with great sorrow and yet with profound gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Lionel Taylor, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and great great grandfather whose presence was a source of light, warmth, and inspiration to all who had the privilege to know him. He’s survived by his...

Kameilia Anastacia Chavez

Kameilia Anastacia Chavez

Aug 5, 2025

Kameilia Anastacia Chavez passed away on August 5, 2025 in Chinle, Arizona.

She was born on February 12, 1987 in Austin, Texas to Glenn Ferguson and Stella Chavez. She spent her first four years of life living in Germany where her parents were stationed in the army. Her family moved to Grants, New Mexico where she spent her childhood. After she...

Sheila Margaret Aleman

Sheila Margaret Aleman

Aug 5, 2025

  Sheila Margaret “Margo” Aleman, 96, passed away on August 5, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was born on March 6, 1929, in Nottingham, England, to Charles and Ada Sawyer.

Margo was a proud Englishwoman who carried her heritage with grace throughout her life. She graduated from Mundella High School and later moved to the United States, where she worked...

Fred J. Montoya

Fred J. Montoya

Aug 4, 2025



With profound sadness and enduring love, we announce the passing of Fred J. Montoya who passed peacefully surrounded by family at the age of 85 on Monday, August 4, 2025, in Rio Rancho, NM. Fred was born April 6, 1940 to his mother, Rufina Rivera Montoya, and father, Espiridion Montoya, near San Ildefonso Pueblo at the foot of Black Mesa...

Delores Barbara Udy

Delores Barbara Udy

Aug 3, 2025

Delores Barbara Udy, passed away on August 3, 2025 at the age of 93. She was born in Yakima, Washington on July 10, 1932. She is preceded in death by her husband Lee Udy, her daughter Merlinda Ann Udy, and her parents Frank Lewis Harding and Constance Vandeneuk. She is survived by her son David Lee Udy of Rio Rancho,...

Russell Gossett

Russell Gossett

Aug 3, 2025

Russell Gossett

March 8, 1943 – August 3, 2025

Our beloved Russell Gossett, age 82, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, August 3rd, 2025. He is deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Born on March 8, 1943, Russell graduated from Valley High School and joined his father’s business, Gossett Construction Company. After his father retired, he and his...

Damon Anthony Rodriguez

Damon Anthony Rodriguez

Aug 3, 2025

  It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Damon, beloved son, brother, friend, and boyfriend. He left us on August 3rd, 2025, at the age of 23.

He leaves behind his broken-hearted parents; Alex and Andrea Mendez, four siblings who loved him very much; Elijah, Isaac, Alexander, and Olive, his loving girlfriend, Ameya, and his beloved cat,...

Margaret Pino

Margaret Pino

Aug 3, 2025

Margaret Dohrer Pino, 94, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, August 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family

Margaret was recently honored with the Living Nurse Tribute by the New Mexico Nurses Honor Guard in recognition of her compassionate service at the Cradle Home and St. Vincent’s Hospital in Santa Fe, and for...

Roberta Irene Isaacson

Roberta Irene Isaacson

Aug 3, 2025

Roberta “Bobbie” Irene Isaacson passed away peacefully in her sleep on August 3rd, 2025.

Born in St. Louis in 1935 to a jazz musician and shoe salesman she inherited a love for music and shoes. Bobbie moved to Albuquerque at the age of 12 and went on to graduate with a bachelor’s degree in art from UNM. She worked after college...

Rod Miranda

Rod Miranda

Aug 2, 2025

Rod L. Miranda passed away unexpectedly after a short illness on

August 2, 2025 with his family by his side.

He was a lifelong, native New Mexican born on September 7, 1956 in Albuquerque, NM. Rod attended Inez Elementary, Grant Jr High and graduated from Manzano High School in 1974. He attended UNM and then attended Albuquerque Technical Vocational Institute where he...

Estrella Miracle Montoya

Estrella Miracle Montoya

Aug 2, 2025

 Estrella🌟 was born with a challenge in life and a desire to live on February 1st, 2024, but made it through with all our prayers. She had a short little life, as God decided to take her to Heaven on August 2nd, 2025, as He needed another little sweet, loving, smiling, precious, wonderful angel.

 She was a happy, loving, sweet, funny...

Venancio Sioson Samala

Venancio Sioson Samala

Aug 2, 2025

In Loving Memory of Venancio “Ven” Sioson Samala April 28, 1929 – August 2, 2025 Age 96

Venancio Sioson Samala, affectionately known as Ven, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2025, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, at the age of 96.

Born on April 28, 1929, in Balanga, Bataan, Philippines, Ven was the son of Feliciano Samala and Brigida Sioson. He graduated...

Patrick Edward Walsh

Patrick Edward Walsh

Aug 2, 2025

Patrick Edward Walsh, age 64, beloved father, grandfather, and brother, was embraced by the Lord and called to Eternal Life on Saturday, August 2, 2025.

Patrick was born and raised in Paguate and Albuquerque, New Mexico. One of eight children, he graduated from Cibola High School in Albuquerque, where he maintained lifelong friendships. He enjoyed snow skiing and hiking in Taos...

Viola Acosta

Viola Acosta

Aug 2, 2025

  Viola Acosta, born November 25, 1944, has gone on to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She is survived by her beloved husband of 62 years, Arthur Acosta; her three adult children: Michele Goff and her spouse, Scott; Janice Spratte and her spouse, David; and Arthur Jr. and his wife, Michelle.

Viola is also survived by her seven...

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