Peggy Candelaria
Jan 6, 2025
Peggy M. Candelaria, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, passed away on January 6, 2025, at the age of 78. Peggy was born on May 18, 1946, to Natividad Candelaria and Mary (Duran) Brown, both of whom preceded her in death.
Peggy is survived by her brother, Roy Brown; her daughter-in-law, April Candelaria, and Robert and April's children; Robert Candelaria...
Antonio Gustavo Martinez
Jan 5, 2025
Antonio Gustavo Martinez Born 13th May 1942 and Died 05th January 2025, Age 82
“Tony” was preceded in death by his parents, Antonio and Helen Martinez, Brother Ralph Martinez and Sister Olivia Trujillo. He is survived by beloved siblings Joe Martinez, Victor Martinez, Alice Lujan, Charlene Aguilar, and Judy Cunningham. He also leaves two adoring children, Gabriel Martinez and Joey Martinez...
Jerome "Jerry" Groebner
Jan 5, 2025
Jerome “Jerry” Alfred Groebner peacefully passed away on January 5, 2025, at the age of 83 and he is now whole in Christ with his savior in heaven.
Jerry was born on July 16, 1941, to Alfred Joseph and Audrey Louise Groebner in Albuquerque, NM where he grew up with his younger brother Robert Joseph. He attended high school at St....
Jerry M. Spencer II
Jan 5, 2025
It is with heavy hearts but profound peace that we announce the passing of Jerry M. Spencer II, who left this world peacefully at his home in Rio Rancho, NM, on January 5, 2025, at the age of 81. Jerry was born on December 27, 1943, in Santa Fe, NM, to his beloved parents, Jerry M. Spencer and Eloisa Chavez,...
Sally Maureen Patrick
Jan 4, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved mother and grandmother, Sally Maureen Patrick on January 4, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with her loving family by her side.
Sally was born March 28, 1936 to Charles and Mildred Merry in Los Angeles, California. She married the love of her life Robert Patrick on July...
David O. Edgington
Jan 4, 2025
David Oliver Edgington went home to heaven on January 4, 2025 after a battle with cancer. He was attended by his loving wife, Anita and daughter Oteka. David was born to Paul E. and Elaine G. Edgington on August 29, 1941 at home in Santa Rita, New Mexico, the first of five children. On December 21, 1965, he married the...
Antoinette Rose Serrano
Jan 4, 2025
Antoinette Rose Serrano (MacErnie), age 95, dedicated mother, passed away January 4, 2025. Antoinette was known for her loving heart and being a woman of great faith, wisdom and patience. Her family was her life. When visiting her home she would say, “May the angels of the lord go with you” to send you off on your journey home.
She is...
Ruth Johnston
Jan 4, 2025
Ruth Johnston, cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and devoted friend, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2025, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Born on April 5, 1944, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Ruth exemplified grace, faith, and creativity throughout her remarkable life. A proud graduate of Belen High School, Class of 1962, she embarked on a fruitful journey, leaving indelible marks...
Elizabeth Pleus
Jan 3, 2025
Elizabeth D. "Beth" Pleus, born December 19, 1936, in Atlanta, Georgia, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where she resided for over 60 years. Beth was preceded in death by her husband, John Atwater Pleus, and her beloved daughters, Karen E. Vernay and Kristin L. Pleus, both of Albuquerque. A self-taught pianist from the age...
Jason J. Kamerzell
Jan 3, 2025
Jason J. Kamerzell went home to heaven on Friday, January 3, 2025, at the age of 62.
Jason was born in Artesia, NM and grew up in small towns across New Mexico. He graduated in 1980 from Estancia High School where he was a stand-out athlete playing basketball and running track. Jason attended junior college in Torrington, WY and later...
Eric Michael Sanderlin
Jan 3, 2025
Eric Michael Sanderlin of Rio Rancho, NM, lost his life to a long battle of Heart Disease. He was preceeded in death by his grandpa, Steve M. Kopcak of Rio Rancho, NM and his Grandma Nancy Davis of Apache Junction, AZ.
Eric is survived by his dad, Sean E. Sanderlin; mother, Lynda Thomas; stepmom, Bommie Smith; sister, Jennifer Brown of Rio...
Daniel D. Garcia
Jan 2, 2025
Daniel D. Garcia, age 79, loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather passed away Thursday, January 2, 2025, at his home in Bernalillo, NM. Daniel was best known for his unwavering commitment, loyalty, and dedication to his beloved brother, Frank G. Chavez, through his over 40 years of service to Bernalillo Feed & Frank’s Conoco.
Daniel loved spending time with his...
Maria Aurelia Cannon
Jan 2, 2025
Maria Cannon, age 97, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2025 after a brief illness. She was born on June 21, 1927 to Frederico and Julia Trujillo in Des Moines, New Mexico.
Maria was blessed with eight siblings and is survived by Fred (Barbara) Trujillo of Albuquerque and Emma (Don) Koblischke of Denver. She was preceded in death by her...
Joshua Patrick Aragon
Jan 2, 2025
Joshua P. Aragon, 33, beloved son, brother and friend passed away peacefully surrounded by his family and friend Justin Bookhardt after a long struggle with substance use disorder. He was welcomed into the Kingdom of Heaven on Thursday, January 2, 2025.
Joshua was born March 19, 1991 at Pensacola Naval Air Station, Escambia County, Florida and is preceded in death by...
Joe Calixtro Montoya Jr.
Jan 2, 2025
It is with deep sorrow to announce Joe (Joey) C Montoya Jr has lost his battle to cancer on Thursday, January 2, 2025. Joey will be remembered by many with great fondness. He was a friendly and a hardworking man who treated everyone he had come in contact with great respect. He had an open way about him. Joey grew...
Helen Spooner
Jan 1, 2025
Helen Spooner was born on April 08, 1933 to Frank J. and Stella Stangl in St. Louis, Missouri, having two brothers (Wally Stangl and Frank Stangl), who proceeded her in death. Helen grew up in St. Louis, Missouri, graduating from Laboure High School in 1951. She was adventurous in her youth, having traveled solo to Europe to witness her brother...
Bernice Ann Ozuna-Mendoza
Jan 1, 2025
Bernice Ann Ozuna-Mendoza, age 42, passed away Wednesday, January 01, 2025, in Albuquerque, NM. She was born April 06, 1982, to her parents Mary Agnes Ozuna and Antonio Ozuna in Denver, CO.
She was married to the love of her life, Ronnie Leathem.
Bernice was preceded in death by her daughter, Jasmine Mendoza; her father, Antonio Ozuna; her mother and father-in-law, Cindy...
Lee Smith
Jan 1, 2025
Lee Smith went home to be with the Lord on January 1, 2025 at the age of 92. Lee entered this world on August 22, 1932 in Gainesville Texas. She and her husband Glenn were long time residents of Burnet, Texas. She is survived by two daughters, Gail Parker and her husband Kenneth, of Rio Rancho, NM and Carol Lockwood...
Hutson Lee Ratliff Jr
Jan 1, 2025
Hutson Lee Ratliff Jr. passed away on January 1, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, at the age of 83. He was born on August 9, 1941, in Burlington, North Carolina, to Hutson Leroy Ratliff and Eris Doris Gant.
Hutson pursued his education at the University of Oklahoma, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration. His dedication to service saw...
Karen Ann Heikkila
Jan 1, 2025
Karen Ann Heikkila, age 71, passed away January 1, 2025, in Albuquerque, NM. Although she never married, she was an avid Red Sox fan who enjoyed a love of horses and living in New Mexico Services are pending.
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