Obituaries

Robert Amsden

Robert Amsden

Jun 1, 2023

Robert H. Amsden, age 80, passed away on Thursday, June 01, 2023.

He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Marcella Amsden, and by his sister, Martha Huertas of Spain.

Rob was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He completed his schooling in New Jersey, and went on to work for TV Guide, then worked as a Parole Officer in...

Robert Daniel Romero

Robert Daniel Romero

Jun 1, 2023

On Thursday, June 1st, 2023, Robert Romero, loving husband and father was called home to the Lord at age 42 after a hard-fought battle with his health.

Robert was born on June 29, 1980, in Albuquerque, NM.  On May 11th, 2013, he married Nicole Romero and with her welcomed his daughter Jade into the world not long after.

In addition...

Ida Marie Gorospe

Ida Marie Gorospe

Jun 1, 2023

Ida Marie Gorospe, is survived by her husband of 38 years Leo, of Rio Rancho NM; children Michael, Melissa, Lavina, Bryan and Angelique; grandkids Dylan and Akayla.

Viewing will be held on Friday, June 16, 2023; 12:00 p.m., Daniels Family Funeral Services - Sara Chapel, 4310 Sara Road, Rio Rancho, NM 87124. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery...

Rosela Abaloyan

Rosela Abaloyan

May 31, 2023

              Rose quietly passed away surrounded by her husband and children after a four-month battle with pancreatic cancer. She was the youngest of five, born in Manila, Philippines on September 14, 1967, to Angelino and Presentacion Perez. Rose Attended Colegio de San Juan de Letran where she earned a degree in Marketing. Shortly after graduating in 1988, she met her...

Alfonso Henry Pacheco

Alfonso Henry Pacheco

May 31, 2023

 

Alfonso Henry Pacheco, age 83, passed away Wednesday, May 31, 2023 in Albuquerque, NM. He was born August 21, 1939 to his parents, Flora (Garcia) and Henry Pacheco in Wagon Mound, NM.

 

He married his wife Maggie Gonzalez, August 24, 1957 in Cheyenne, WY.

 

He was preceded in death by his parents, and brother, Tito Pacheco.

 

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Viviana "Vivi" T. Martinez

Viviana "Vivi" T. Martinez

May 29, 2023

 

Viviana “Vivi” T. Martinez

July 21, 1924 ~ May 29, 2023

 

On May 29, 2023, 98-year-old Vivi Trujeque Martinez passed away peacefully at home with her 3 granddaughters DeeDee, Angela & Victoria by her side.

Vivi was born July 21, 1924, to Conrado & Luisita Trujeque.  She was one of 4 children born to them in La Mesa,...

Michael "Mike" Reece Killebrew

Michael "Mike" Reece Killebrew

May 27, 2023

 

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Michael “Mike” Reece Killebrew. Mike passed peacefully at home surrounded by his family and beloved dog, Tucker, on Saturday, May 27, 2023.

 

Mike is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 47 years, Jacque Killebrew; daughter and son-in-law Stephanie and Tom Bullard; daughter and...

Ralph Raymond Aragon

Ralph Raymond Aragon

May 25, 2023

Ralph Raymond Aragon, 62, of Albuquerque, entered into God’s kingdom on May 25th, 2023. He was born December 16th, 1960 to Rafael and Pauline Aragon. 

Ralph had the personality and natural charisma to make friends no matter the situation, and his laugh was infectious to everyone around him. He had a love for life, and enjoyed being the life of...

Joseph (Birdman) Gonzales

Joseph (Birdman) Gonzales

May 25, 2023

Joseph (Birdman) Gonzales, born in Luis Lopez, NM on March 19th, 1950, passed away on May 25th, 2023, leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories. He was surrounded by family at his time of passing at his home.Joseph led a full life and touched the hearts of everyone he met. His kindness and generosity were felt by all who knew...

Colleen Susan DiRaimo Kology

Colleen Susan DiRaimo Kology

May 25, 2023

Colleen Susan DiRaimo Kology, age 70, passed away May 25, 2023 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.  She was born August 15, 2023 to John Michael DiRaimo and Irene Thomas DiRaimo, in Providence, Rhode Island.  She was employed by ROTC at the University of Rhode Island and retired after more that 25 years of service.  Colleen enjoyed crocheting and she loved...

Carlos "Tonio" Armijo

Carlos "Tonio" Armijo

May 23, 2023

 

Tonio Armijo, 50 years of age, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 23, 2023. His passing leaves a void for anyone who knew him and loved him.

 

Tonio was born December 31, 1972, in Albuquerque, New Mexico to the late Tony and Sylvia Armijo. He was the youngest of five children. Tonio was raised in the Pojoaque Valley.

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Catherine Lorraine Garcia

Catherine Lorraine Garcia

May 23, 2023

 

Catherine Lorraine Garcia, known affectionately as Lorraine, peacefully passed away on May 23, 2023. Lorraine was a devoted wife and mother, beloved sister, and cherished friend.  She is survived by her husband Herman and three children, Luis Garcia, Rebecca Garcia, and Alicia Walker and son-in-law Ian. Lorraine also has one granddaughter Kylene Flynt. Lorraine has two sisters, Terry Huertaz...

Jane Dale Harnish

Jane Dale Harnish

May 23, 2023

Jane Louise Dale Harnish was born April 28, 1924, in New Castle, Pennsylvania. She was raised in Montrose, Pennsylvania, where she met Thomas I. Harnish on a blind date. They were married in 1944 in Charlotte, North Carolina, during Tom's training as a United States Army Air Corps pilot. They survived a serious car accident on their honeymoon night, which...

Lawrence G. Wright

Lawrence G. Wright

May 23, 2023

Lawrence G. Wright, a resident of Albuquerque since 1980, died on Tuesday, May 23, 2023. He is survived by his spouse, Linda Wright of Albuquerque; children David Wright, Douglas Wright, Marcia Rios and husband Cervando Rios, Barbara Rabion and husband Dewey Rabion; 10 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren and by many nieces and nephews.

Mr. Wright was preceded in death...

Jerry E. (Budd) Hovey

Jerry E. (Budd) Hovey

May 23, 2023

Jerry E. (Budd) Hovey, age 85, of Great Falls MT, a retired educator, and Marine Corps veteran, died Tuesday, May 23, 2023, passing peacefully in his sleep at his Rio Rancho, NM home.

Survivors include his wife Sharon, three sons, Chad Hovey, Erik (Elaine) Hovey, and Greg Hovey, three grandchildren: Ella, Anna, and Tyler Hovey.  Budd was preceded in death...

Janette "Jan" Marie Baca Roady

Janette "Jan" Marie Baca Roady

May 22, 2023

 

 

Janette Marie (Schmitt) Baca Roady 78, of Socorro, NM passed away on May 22, 2023 after a long battle with COPD.   

Jan moved to New Mexico from Minnesota with her parents in 1957.  After graduating from Socorro High School, she married Felipe E. Baca (deceased 2016) in 1963, they had two children, daughter Michelle Nanette Peralta (deceased...

Robert J Myrtle

Robert J Myrtle

May 21, 2023

 

Robert(Bob) J. Myrtle was born December 20, 1955 to Kenneth and Freida Myrtle and died unexpectedly May 21, 2023 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. He was a retired Navy veteran. He worked at the cities of Santa Paula and Oxnard retiring in 2018.

 

He is survived by sons Anthony (Laura) and Eric, grandson, Tony granddaughter, Ashley(Jack), sister Cheryl,...

Erlinda Ramona "Raymie" Carrillo

Erlinda Ramona "Raymie" Carrillo

May 21, 2023

 

 

Erlinda Ramona "Raymie" Carrillo, age 80, passed away Sunday, May 21, 2023 in Albuquerque, NM. She was born March 13, 1943.

 

She was preceded in death by her parents, Juan and Rachel Chavez; sisters: Lucille Archuleta and Connie Patterson; brothers: Danny Chavez, ​Celso Chavez, Alfonso Chavez, and Juan Chavez Jr.

 

She is survived by: daughters: Carla J. Carrillo, Charlotte...

Nayisha Molly Ann Delaney

Nayisha Molly Ann Delaney

May 19, 2023

Nayisha Molly Ann Delaney had a big personality to match her big name and she was a delight to everyone who met her. She captured people's attention with her confident, determined walk and her glowing personality. She was happy, intelligent, observant, opinionated, bossy, confident, demanding and loving all wrapped in a big 2 year old body. She kept track of all the...

Alice Roberta Edwards

Alice Roberta Edwards

May 18, 2023

 

Visiting our mother’s home meant you were likely greeted first by the sound of music emanating from the stereo. “Listen to this,” she’d say, “doesn’t that just get you right here?” Lightly touching her chest, eyes closed, head moving in synchronization to the rhythm of whatever she had picked as the day’s soundtrack. An eclectic music lover, she was...