John D Stein
Jan 9, 2017
John Douglas Stein, 65, passed away on January 9th, 2017 in Rio Rancho, NM. He was born on July 26th, 1951 in Albuquerque, NM. John took pride on his wrestling career in highschool and college. He went on to become a master plumber for over 45 years. Which lead to him owning his own business for 8 1/2 years. He loved his...
Clara May Johnson
Jan 9, 2017
Johnson, Clara MayClara May Johnson, 86, of Cuba, New Mexico passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, January 9, 2017. She was born May 17, 1930 in Menco, OK to Thomas H. and Wanda M. Aker. She was preceded in death by her husband of 45 years Eugene Johnson; her parents; and four brothers: Frank, Tom, Lloyd, and Budd...
Nelda LuAnn Marpel
Jan 9, 2017
Marpel, Nelda LuAnnNelda LuAnn Marpel went to be with her Lord January 9, 2017 with her family beside her after valiantly battling ALS. She was born August 20, 1944 in Stafford, KS, the eldest child of Ralph and Luella Ardrey. She is survived by Dwight her husband of 44 years; son, Brian Eric; daughter, Stacey Eileen; sisters, Lynda Gompert and...

Elvert G Pooler
Jan 8, 2017
Pooler, Elvert G Elvert G Pooler, passed away Sunday, January 8, 2017. SOUTHERN CHAPEL2400 Southern BlvdRio Rancho, NM 87124505-891-9192
Albert J Rivera
Jan 8, 2017
Albert J. Rivera, Jr. (Buddy) went to be with the lord on January 8, 2017. He was born on November 25, 1943 in Pecos, New Mexico. He was a graduate of Pecos High School. He is the son of Efren Dean Rivera and Albert C. Rivera, Sr., Grandson of Encarnacion S. Rivera and Ignacita C. Rivera. He loved his family and enjoyed spending...
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.
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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