Obituaries

Maria Elena Garcia

Maria Elena Garcia

Jan 7, 2017

Garcia, Maria Elena Age 41, passed away Saturday, January 7, 2017. She was born in Albuquerque, NM on August 23, 1975.Maria is survived by mother, Maria Socorro Garcia; husband, Julio Camacho; children, Jazmine Garica, Cesar Jurado, Daisy Jurado; grandchildren, Jazleen and Andres; siblings, Rafael, Karina, Kassandra and Leila Grajeda. A Rosary will be recited on Wednesday, January 11, 2017 at...

Harry C. Olson Jr.

Harry C. Olson Jr.

Jan 7, 2017

Harry C. Olson, Jr., 93, passed peacefully in his sleep at his Albuquerque home Saturday January 7th, 2017.  Harry, beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle and friend, was known for his good nature, positive attitude and kindness. He was born on December 29, 1923 in Munising, MI, where he spent his youth. He was honored to serve his Country in...

Gilbert Lovato

Gilbert Lovato

Jan 7, 2017

Lovato, GilbertGilbert Lovato, 38, of Albuquerque, NM passed away on January 7, 2017. He was born January 18, 1978 to Gilbert and Mary Ellen Lovato in Albuquerque, NM. Gilbert is survived by his mother, Mary Ellen Lovato; Grandmother Dolores Lovato; his daughter Reyna; his two sisters, Ericha and husband, Eric Sr., Felicia and husband, Abel; three nieces Pavi-elle, Angel and...

Ryan Eugene Buzzard

Ryan Eugene Buzzard

Jan 5, 2017

Ryan Eugene Buzzard, age 64, passed away peacefully among family on January 5, 2017 in Rio Rancho, NM. Ryan is survived by his wife Deborah Buzzard, married 41 years; his children Erin Cato, Michael Buzzard (fiance Lynn Wetzel), and Kyle Buzzard (wife Katherine Buzzard), as well as his four grandchildren, Isabel Cato, Alison Cato, Natalie Cato, and Elijah Buzzard. He...

Sally Fernandez

Sally Fernandez

Jan 5, 2017

Fernandez, Sally Celestina Age 84, passed away Thursday, January 5, 2017 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in San Marcial, NM on August 14, 1932, to Luis and Luz (Alderete) Diaz. Sally was very devoted to the Catholic Church and was a member of the Legion of Mary Choir. She was a loving and caring mother and enjoyed...

David Gelsanliter

David Gelsanliter

Jan 5, 2017

Gelsanliter, John David A resident of Albuquerque since 2013, and in Corrales, NM for 20 years before, age 83, passed away Thursday, January 5, 2017. He was born in Mount Vernon, OH and graduated from there. He earned degrees from DePauw University and the University of Pennsylvania, and spent a year at Durham University in England. David served as a...

Francisco Lopez Jr.

Francisco Lopez Jr.

Jan 4, 2017

Lopez, Francisco Andres Jr.Age 81, passed away Wednesday, January 4, 2017. He was born in Socorro, NM on January 29, 1935, to Andres and Josefita Sedillo Lopez. Francisco graduated from Socorro High School. He enjoyed shopping, walking for exercise and liked to sing. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. He was preceded in death by...

Verlado "Vern" Vigil

Verlado "Vern" Vigil

Jan 3, 2017

Vigil, Verlado O. Age 80, passed away Tuesday, January 3, 2017. He was born in Veguita, NM on March 15, 1936, to Felipe and Anna Vigil. Vern attended St. Mary's Catholic School in Belen, NM. He also served in the US. Army. Vern worked as an independent contractor at Vigil Flooring. He enjoyed Bowling and was involved in the E...

Leo "Savage" Esquibel

Leo "Savage" Esquibel

Jan 3, 2017

Leo (Savage) Esquibel , age 68 born in Roy NM, a resident of Albuquerque passed away January 3, 2017, at home with his family by his side, Survived by his wife Del, of 48 years two daughters Marquita and husband Julian Smith, Kimberly and husband Hector Ramos . Five grandchildren Matthew, John, Destini, Marisa and Alyssa. Many brothers, sisters, Nieces,...

Rose Elizabeth Hollestelle

Rose Elizabeth Hollestelle

Jan 3, 2017

Hollestelle, Rose  Age 91, passed away Tuesday, January 3, 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

Lola S. Torres

Lola S. Torres

Jan 3, 2017

Torres, Lola S. Age 95, passed away Tuesday, January 3, 2017.Lola is survived by granddaughters, Loretta A. Baca, Dolores A. Marquez and husband, Manuel; seven great grandchildren and six great great grandchildren.A Rosary will be recited on Thursday, January 12, 2017 at 7:00 pm at Garcia Mortuary Chapel, 717 Stover Ave. SW. Service will be held on Friday, January 13,...

Lawrence Edward Roschevitz

Lawrence Edward Roschevitz

Jan 2, 2017

Roschevitz, Lawrence Edward Lawrence, “Larry” Roschevitz went to his eternal resting home on January 2, 2017. Larry was born December 16, 1937 in Kansas City, KS to Leo and Verna (Meister) Roschevitz. He was preceded in death by his parents; his daughter, Rhonda Kay and his brother, Robert Roschevitz.  Larry is survived by his wife, Joan (Foster) of Rio Rancho, NM;...

James A. Lemons

James A. Lemons

Jan 2, 2017

Lemons, James A.Age, 98 passed away January 2, 2017 has moved on to his next adventure. He was born  in August 29, 1918, in Arkansas to Clark and Ruth (Bush)Lemons.  James had two brothers and two sisters.  He served in Papua, New Guinea during World War ll, where he fought in the Pacific Rim, with the 6th Infantry Division.  The Division set a record...

MaryAnn Smith

MaryAnn Smith

Jan 2, 2017

Mary Ann Smith peacefully passed away on January 2, 2017 at her home with her daughters, Diana and Bernadette, and nephew, Michael, by her side.Mary Ann was born August 17, 1945 in Albuquerque to Ruben and Neph Baca of Belen, NM.  She is survived by daughters: Diana Erwin and wife, Sheri, of Tijeras, NM; Cassaundra Melgar-C’ de Baca and wife, Alba,...

Justin Orman Dahl

Justin Orman Dahl

Jan 1, 2017

Dahl, Justin Orman Age 27, passed away Sunday, January 1, 2017. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on April 13, 1989, to William Dahl of Jemez Pueblo, NM and Pamela  Sanders of Belen, NM. Justin, a resident of Canon, NM was a volunteer firefighter who had a great sense of humor.  Along, with a passion for drawing and playing guitar, he loved...

Raymond Lucero

Raymond Lucero

Dec 31, 2016

Lucero, Raymond  Age 69, passed away Saturday, December 31, 2016.  To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com  Daniels Family Funeral Services4310 Sara Road SERio Rancho, NM 87124505-892-9920

Benjamin M Lucero

Benjamin M Lucero

Dec 31, 2016

Lucero, Benjamin M.  Age 69, passed away Saturday, December 31, 2016. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on May 17, 1947 to Grace Rose Candelaria. He loved his family and grandchildren and was a Chicano activist with Brown Berets.Benjamin is survived by his wife, Josephine; children, Michael, Kathryn, Josie, Benita, Benjamin Jr. and Mary; 28 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren and...

Billy Gene Johnson

Billy Gene Johnson

Dec 30, 2016

Johnson, BillyAge 81, passed away Friday, December 30, 2016.  To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com  Daniels Family Funeral Services4310 Sara Road SERio Rancho, NM 87124505-892-9920

Sandra Rios

Sandra Rios

Dec 30, 2016

Rios, Sandra  Age 33, passed away Friday, December 30, 2016. She was born in Socorro, NM on July 3, 1983 to Raul Silva and Linda (Hignight) Camunez. Sandra attended Socorro High School. She enjoyed making t-shirts, business cards and signs for businesses here in Socorro. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. She was preceded in death...

Jimmy T. Chavez

Jimmy T. Chavez

Dec 30, 2016

Chavez, Jimmy T. (Jimmie T. Martinez Jr.)Age 36, passed away Friday, December 30, 2016. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on August 25, 1980 to Jimmie Martinez and JoAnn Chavez. He had many joys in life, including sports, superhero comics, movies, action figures and less we forget--food. He was also a champion of the less fortunate. Jimmy graduated from St....