Obituaries

Jul 23, 2024

Peter Francis MacFarlane 

04/17/1947 to 07/23/2024 

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Peter F. MacFarlane, 77, on July 23rd , 2024. 

Pete was a beloved Husband, Father, PopPop, and Great PopPop. He is survived by his beloved wife Donna, mother Anne, step-father Jack; children Brian (Kelli), Daniel (Farida), Molly (Jay), Gabriel (Kate), and Gina (John); grandchildren Makenzie, Blythe,...

Jul 23, 2024

Jul 22, 2024

Joseph Tafuro, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and cherished friend, peacefully passed away on July 22, 2024 at the age of 88, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on August 10, 1935, in Brooklyn, New York, to Salvatore and Concetta Tafuro.  Joe's love for music began early in his life and bloomed into a successful career as an...

Jul 22, 2024

Shirley Kathyern Dorcas, 78, of Albuquerque, passed away on July 22, 2024.

Shirley was born on April 13, 1946, to Florence Elwood & William Gregory in Jefferson City, Missouri.

Shirley is survived by her husband John Dorcas, children Dianna Paiz, Juanita Montoya, Tina Conary (Bill), and Lisa Sloan(Tim). Her grandchildren John Martinez (Melissa), Crystal Mata (Fernando), Ryan Mathis, Samantha Mathis, Martina Gutierrez...

Jul 22, 2024

Michael Philip Scalere, 93, of Albuquerque, NM, and previously of San Marino, CA, passed away on July 22, 2024. He was born on June 9, 1931, in New Rochelle, NY, to Carl and Mary Scalere.

Michael is survived by his grandchildren, Christina Holtzen and Justin Holtzen, and his great-grandson Theodore Van Lepp. He is also survived by his sisters, Marie Mazza...

Jul 21, 2024

Frances Marie Smid passed away July 21st, 2024 peacefully in her home. She was born September 23rd, 1927 in Omaha Nebraska . Soon after, her family moved to Minnesota where she grew up on a dairy farm, Frances would often recount fond memories of her childhood on the farm and she felt closely bonded with the farm animals and her...

Jul 21, 2024

I gave you my love, and you can only imagine how much you've given me in happiness. Hold our memories deep in your heart; remember the best times, the laughter, and the song. Continue my heritage; I'm counting on you. My mind is at ease, and my soul is at rest. Remembering all and how I truly was blessed.

Our adored...

Jul 21, 2024

Pita Garcia, born on May 2, 1942, in Las Vegas, New Mexico, peacefully passed away on July 21, 2024 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. She was surrounded by her loving family and friends as she bid farewell to this world.

Pita attended Robertson High School and embarked on a journey filled with love, compassion, and unwavering dedication to those around her....

Jul 20, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Gilbert Anthony Valencia Sr., who left us on July 20, 2024, at the age of 80, With his son, Matthew, by his side. A longtime resident of New Mexico, Gilbert touched the lives of many with his generous spirit and unwavering kindness.

Gilbert is survived by his loving sons, who...

Jul 19, 2024

Col. Phillip Edward Styka, MD

Philippians 1:20-21   So now also Christ will be magnified in my body, whether by life or by death. For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain.

Revelations 21:4   And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying.  There shall be...

Jul 19, 2024

Aaron K. Haddrill 66 peacefully passed away July 19, 2024 with his family by his side. Aaron was a Resident of Rio Rancho for 25 years. He is survived by his wife Angie Haddrill, Step daughter Victoria (Chris) Guzman. Siblings: Dove Flowers Las Cruces NM, Dan (Ana) Haddrill Santa Fe, NM, Margaret (Ed) Leach Oswego NY, Sarah (Richard) Stegall Las...

Jul 18, 2024

Yvonne Patricia Lopez, 57, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend passed away peacefully on July 18, 2024, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.  She was preceded in death by her daughter, Rechelle Rosales.  

Yvonne is survived by her husband, Floyd Lopez, and her two sons, Niko Martinez & Jay Sage as well as her mother, sisters, brothers, grandkids, aunts, uncles, cousins...

Jul 17, 2024

Rechelle Rosales Fisher, a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend, returned home to God on July 17th, 2024. She was followed by her beloved mother, Yvonne, who passed away on July 18th, 2024. The two of them were extremely close, bonding over shopping and their love and appreciation for each other and their families. 

Rechelle was born on July 13,...

Jul 17, 2024

Barbara Louise Jenings, age 88, passed away July 17, 2024, in Albuquerque, NM. She was born December 23, 1935, to her parents Antinina Palmasano and Joseph Drago in Pekin, IL. 

She is preceded in death by her parents. 

She is survived by her four loving children, Homer LeMar, David LeMar, Lisa Jennings and Joseph Jennings; her 14 grandchildren; her 14 great-grandchildren; and...

Jul 16, 2024

Allen (“Nick”) Nickelson, 78, of Corrales, passed away on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, in the UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center in Rio Rancho, after a long and valiant fight with lung disease. At his bedside were friends and relatives, including his devoted wife of 52 years, Karen. 

Allen was born on July 24, 1945, near Springfield, Illinois, to Virginia and Earl...

Jul 15, 2024

John M. Francis was born on February 15, 1962, in Albuquerque, NM. John was raised at St. Anthony’s Catholic Home for boys, in Albuquerque, NM. At the age of 10, he returned home and lived in the South Valley during his younger years. He attended Highland High School and entered the World of Emergency Services after High School. He worked...

Jul 14, 2024

Hector Jesús Velasquez, 25, of Los Angeles, CA, passed away on July 14th, 2024, after an unexpected motorcycle accident. 

Hector was born on March 11th, 1999, in Los Angeles California to Norma Hernandez and Jose Velazquez, he was raised in Albuquerque NM, Hector loved driving his RC cars, socializing with family and friends, riding his dirt bike, and fixing anything he...

Jul 14, 2024

Eugene Edward “Gene” Anderson, 100 years young, of Rio Rancho, NM passes away peacefully on Sunday, July 14, 2024 at the home of his daughter and surrounded by his family. Gene was born on May 11, 1924, in Kansasville, Wisconsin. He was a U.S. Army veteran who served in both World War 2 and the Korean War. He was the...

Jul 14, 2024

Daniel Jonathan Juckette, beloved husband, son, father, brother, and friend, passed away on July 14, 2024, in Rio Rancho, NM. He was born on September 14, 1947, in Corrales, where he lived most of his life on his family’s homestead.

Daniel led a fulfilling career dedicated to healthcare. Some highlights of his career were serving as an RN Case Manager at...

Jul 14, 2024

In Loving Memory of Jose Gilberto Ruiz (Gilbert)

Jose Gilberto Ruiz (Gilbert), beloved resident of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, passed away on July 14, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones at home. He is survived by his devoted wife, Martha Ruiz.

Services to honor and celebrate Gilbert's life are being arranged by Daniel's Family Funeral Services. 

A Rosary and Mass will be help...