Obituaries

Joseph Ernest Trujillo

Joseph Ernest Trujillo

Jul 22, 2017

Trujillo, Joseph Ernest Age 95, passed away Saturday, July 22, 2017. He was born in Las Vegas, NM on March 13, 1922.He was preceded in death by his wife, Angelina Trujillo.Joseph joined the U.S. Navy in May 1941 and served throughout the Pacific War, including service at Pearl Harbor during the attack of 7 December, 1941, Battle of Midway, Guadacanal...

Klaus D. Doerksen

Klaus D. Doerksen

Jul 22, 2017

Klaus D. Doerksen, age 87, passed away on July 22, 2017 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Mr. Doerksen was born on January 24, 1930 in Elbing, Germany. He is survived by his two children; Eunice Penrod & Arch of Lonoke, AR and Dolores D'Herde & Ernest of Los Lunas, NM; and his three grandchildren. Klaus D. Doerksen will be truly missed...

Martin Joseph Recio Jr.

Martin Joseph Recio Jr.

Jul 21, 2017

Recio, Martin Joseph Jr.Age 14, passed away Friday, July 21, 2017. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on September 17, 2002, to Martin and Amanda Recio. He was preceded in death by his Great Grandparents; Grandparents, Niece Myah Recio and many other close relatives.Martin is survived by Parents Martin J. and Amanda L. Recio; Sisters Jessica, Little Amanda, Sabrina and...

Maria Luciana Shouse

Maria Luciana Shouse

Jul 21, 2017

Shouse, Maria Luciana Of Golden, NM born September 12, 1926. 90 years old was called to Heaven peacefully in her sleep July 21, 2017. She was preceded in death by parents Reyes and Eufracia Armijo; husband, Claude D. Shouse and five siblings. Maria was survived by daughter, Beatrice Gutierrez; grandson Joseph; sister Flora Padilla; adopted family Charlotte Benischek Blake; sons...

Patsy Chavez

Patsy Chavez

Jul 21, 2017

Chavez, Patsy  Patricia (Patsy) Chavez, age 73, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 21, 2017, with her family at her side.Patsy was born on Sep. 8, 1943 in La Pintada, NM and grew up in the Santa Rosa, NM area.She was well known for her culinary skills and served as a cook for various education institutions including APS and UNM sororities....

Secundino A. Sanchez

Secundino A. Sanchez

Jul 21, 2017

Secundino (Sec), Sanchez, went to be with the Lord on July 21 2017, after a long illness.  Sec was born on Oct. 24 1930, in Puerto de Luna, NM to Aldofo and Ignacita Sanchez.  On Jan. 7, 1952, Sec married Sylvia Padilla who was also from Puerto De Luna. Sec attended and graduated from Santa Rosa High School in 1948 where he...

BrentLee Roy Grant

BrentLee Roy Grant

Jul 20, 2017

Grant, BrentLee  Age 16, passed away Thursday, July 20, 2017 after a courageous battle of cancer. He was born in Beaumont, TX  on July 26, 2000, to Barry Grant Jr. and Skye Fernandez Kern. In 2005, along with his mother and siblings the family moved to Carrizozo, NM. As a junior at Carrizozo High School he enjoyed basketball, football and baseball. He...

Rogelio P. Ortiz

Rogelio P. Ortiz

Jul 20, 2017

Rogelio (Roger) P. OrtizMarch 15th 1943- July 20th 2017 Rogelio (Roger) P. Ortiz, 74, of Albuquerque, passed peacefully surrounded by his loving  family on Thursday the 20th of July 2017. Rogelio was born March 15th 1943 in Cavite City, Philippines. He was preceded in death by his son, Georgie P. Ortiz 1991, his father George Ortiz 1943, and his mother Juana...

Martha Cone

Martha Cone

Jul 19, 2017

Cone, Martha  Age 70, passed away Wednesday, July 19, 2017.  To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com  Daniels Family Funeral Services4310 Sara Road SERio Rancho, NM 87124505-892-9920

Lois Fassler Harvey

Lois Fassler Harvey

Jul 19, 2017

Lois Fassler Harvey, 96, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on July 19, 2017 in Albuquerque, NM at Kaseman Hospital.    She is survived by her husband of 72 years, Gordon L. Harvey.   Lois was born on March 22, 192l in Akron CO and grew up on the Diamond 5 Ranch in Washington County, CO.  After her graduation from Akron High School...

Bessie A. Saavedra

Bessie A. Saavedra

Jul 19, 2017

Saavedra, Bessie A. Age 90, passed away Wednesday, July 19, 2017. She was born in Albuquerque, NM on January 21, 1927, to Manuel and Margarita Martinez. She was preceded in death by her husband after 60 years, Albert Saavedra.Bessie is survived by daughters: Diana Martinez and husband Danny, Joanna Rael, Alberta Crespin and husband Margarito, Dr. Elizabeth Saavedra; brother, Joseph...

Daniel Lovato

Daniel Lovato

Jul 19, 2017

Lovato, Daniel  Paul It is with great sadness we say goodbye to our son, brother, father, partner and friend Daniel Paul Lovato. Daniel was born on April 22, 1976 at 10:08AM to his parents Linda Martinez and Art Lovato. He is survived by his precious son Zane Lee Lovato and Zane’s mother Joy Lynn Aragon, his older brother Christopher Lovato Scirone,...

Maria C. Dragonetti

Maria C. Dragonetti

Jul 19, 2017

Maria C. Dragonetti, 95 passed away on July 19, 2017 in Albuquerque, NM. The oldest of four girls, Maria was born in Itri, Italy to Antonio and Emilia Capotosto. Maria was preceded in death by her husband Bernadino Dragonetti and son Louis Dragonetti. Survivors include daughter Emily Maurer, sisters Josephine Agresti and Esterina Colaguori, daughter in law, Loreta Dragonetti and...

Jeanne H. Reece

Jeanne H. Reece

Jul 19, 2017

On July 19th 2017, Jeanne H. Reece, surrounded by loving family and friends, went to dance with the angels. She is survived by her loving husband of 54 years, Eric Reece, her two daughters, their spouses, and 4 granddaughters. Jeanne will be remembered for her kind and generous spirit. She was a homemaker who raised two daughters, Cindy and Sandy....

Steve S. Torres

Steve S. Torres

Jul 19, 2017

Torres, Steve S. Steve S. Torres, prominent New Mexican, leaves a special legacy. Mr. Torres , age 81, passed away Wednesday, July 19, 2017. He was born on January 23, 1936 in Socorro, NM. He is survived by special friend, Mary C. Fernandez; by his three children, Steve A. Torres and wife, Bernida Gallegos, Paula K. Torres and companion, Johnnie...

Max Moreno

Max Moreno

Jul 18, 2017

Moreno, Maximilian "Max"Age 59, went home to be with our Lord on Tuesday, July 18, 2017. Max was born in Santa Rosa, NM on June 15, 1958, to Jose and Irene (Gutierrez) Moreno. Max is survived by his parents Jose and Irene; his brothers Mario Moreno, Robert (Loretta) Moreno, Danny (Amy Brionez) Moreno, and David (Therese) Moreno; his sisters Sylvia...

Oscar "Charro" Guerrero

Oscar "Charro" Guerrero

Jul 18, 2017

Guerrero, Oscar "Charro" Age 62, passed away Tuesday, July 18, 2017 in Las Cruces, NM. He was born in Juarez, Mexico on October 10, 1954, to Dolores Ramos and Jose Antonio Guerrero. He lived in Socorro, NM about 50 years, but spent his last 7 years in Las Cruces, NM. He was a truck driver for Val Verde & Salazar...

Marion J. Witzenburg

Marion J. Witzenburg

Jul 17, 2017

Witzenburg, Marion J. Age 92, passed away Monday, July 17, 2017.  He is survived by his daughter, Karen Thompson and husband Tom of Sandia Park, NM. Services will be held at a later date in Pella, IA.

Juan Romero

Juan Romero

Jul 17, 2017

Romero, Juan Diego Age 41, passed away Monday, July 17, 2017. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on April 27, 1976, to Rosalio and Dolores Romero. Juan graduated high school in 1994 from Rio Grande High School in Albuquerque. He then served 3 years in the U. S. Army stationed at Ft. Drum, NY and Ft. Lowda, OK. When he...

Zachary Tyler Thoesen

Zachary Tyler Thoesen

Jul 17, 2017

Zachary Tyler Thoesen12/12/94 – 7/17/17Zachary Tyler Thoesen was born to Robert and Kelly Thoesen on December 12th, 1994 and for the short 8253 days that Zachary walked this earth; there wasn’t a day that went by that he didn’t bring laughter and joy into the lives of those around him.  His infectious laugh, quick wit, and physical humor often left those...