Dora Torres
Jul 31, 2025
Our determined, courageous beautiful mother Dora Torres ( Lucero) sadly passed away on July 31, 2025, at the age of 83 years old. Dora loved her life, her children/grandchildren/great grandchildren, family/friends and “her man.” Dora and Floyd Torres were married for 54 wonderful years. They first met in elementary school, and it’s fair to say they didn’t exactly hit it...
John A. Savedra
Jul 30, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden death of John A. Savedra on July 30, 2025 at his home in Polvadera, NM. John was born on May 10th, 1971 in Socorro, NM. John was a man whose kind heart, adventurous spirit, and unwavering strength touched the lives of all who knew him.
John lived life to the fullest,finding...
Kay Louise Schoenefeld
Jul 28, 2025
KAY LOUISE SCHOENEFELD
76, of Tijeras, NM passed away on July 28th,2025 at the apartment she has lived in for many years. Her niece Lisa was at her side. Kay was born on August 9th,1948 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, IN to Donald William Schoenefeld Sr. and Helen Louise (Werling) Schoenefeld.
Kay grew up in Fort Wayne and attended Bethlehem Lutheran...
Janet Ann "Kelli" Linville
Jul 27, 2025
Janet Ann Linville, lovingly known as Kelli, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, at the age of 82.
Kelli was born on March 15, 1943, in Glendale, California, to Clay J. and Mary A. Kellenberger. She graduated from Van Nuys High School in 1961 and went on to earn her degree from UCLA in 1965.
A dedicated...
Allan Bruce Peterson
Jul 27, 2025
On July 27th, Allan went to be with his beloved wife Diana Peterson in heaven. Allan and Diana were married for 50 years and had 2 children, Bruce and Ethel.
Allan was born in New Rochelle, New York to his most dear parents, Richard and Mildred Peterson, and would become a longtime resident of Connecticut. He proudly served in the US...
Judith Ann Geren
Jul 27, 2025
In Loving Memory of
Judith Ann Geren
March 22, 1941 – July 27, 2025
Judy passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and sister.
Judy is survived by daughter Lora and husband Kevin, grandsons Marc and Eric, great grandchildren Michael and Hayden, brother Pete Geren and his wife Loretta, nephews Duke and Kris and their families,...
Alfred Michael Gonzales
Jul 27, 2025
Alfred "Fred" Michael Gonzales, age 78 of Santa Fe, NM, passed peacefully surrounded by family and friends on Sunday, July 27, 2025, in Rio Rancho, NM. He was born on September 29, 1946 in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He is survived by his daughters, Arlene Pies, Amy Gonzales, and Elizabeth...
Virgil Scott, Jr
Jul 18, 2025
Virgil Scott Jr., age 87, loving husband, dedicated father, well-known Albuquerque jail chaplain, went to be with Jesus on July 18, 2025 at the ABQ VA Hospice with his son at his side.
Virgil was a devout Christian known for his jail ministry where he often sang and shared the gospel. He was a respected bible teacher. An avid outdoorsman, he...
Bernice Vigil
Jul 17, 2025
Bernice Vigil passed away peacefully on July 17th at the age of 89.
Bernice was born to Mary and Paul Piatt on May 21, 1936 in Santa Fe, NM She attended schools in Santa Fe and graduated from Santa Fe high school 1954. She used her secretarial skills working for attorneys in both Santa Fe and Albuquerque, and then went on...
Dorothy "Dottie" Yuke Lan Hu
Jul 17, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we share the passing of Dorothy “Dottie” Y.L. Hu who passed away peacefully in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on July 17, 2025, at the age of 83.
Her life journey began 83 years ago in Honolulu Hawaii as the only child of “Bunny” Cheong Hu and Elsie Yosmiko (Ikehara) Hu who have predeceased her. In...
Evelyn Rose Oates
Jul 17, 2025
Evelyn Rose Oates was a dedicated mother who loved her family very much. Evelyn passed away July 17, 2025. Evelyn is survived by her husband Larry G. Oates, son Michael Oates and wife Mary, daughter Cynthia Long and husband Garry, son Larry Oates Jr., son Randall Oates and wife Monica, 7 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Evelyn was a beautiful...
Donald Clifton Roach
Jul 16, 2025
Donald C. Roach (Don) passed away peacefully on July 16, 2025.He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Alverda “Sity”; Roach, and his children, Robert M. Roach, Lynn R. Smith (John), and Sheryl A. Clouse; his grandchildren, Jason R. Roach, Danielle M. Roach, Douglas A. Smith (Claire), Benjamin A. Smith, William J. Smith, and Taylor M. DeBlanc (Antonio);...
John L. Miklebost
Jul 16, 2025
John L. Miklebost, 73, our beloved husband, dad, grandpa, son, nephew, uncle, and brother, slipped away from us on July 16, 2025, leaving a hole in our hearts. A proud Air Force veteran, John's strength, grit, and bright outlook lit up even the toughest days. No matter what life threw at him, he faced it with courage and a smile...
Anaya Bernice Castronova-Edwards
Jul 15, 2025
Anaya Bernice Castronova-Edwards, affectionately known as Na-Na, graced the world with her brief but radiant presence from July 10, 2025, until July 15, 2025. Though her time with us was brief, her spirit shone brightly, and she captured the hearts of everyone who had the privilege of witnessing her arrival.
Born into a world full of hope and possibilities, Na-Na was...
Caroline Melody Matney-Wilson
Jul 12, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Caroline Melody Matney-Wilson, who departed this life on July 12, 2025, just days shy of her 68th birthday. Caroline's vibrant spirit and unwavering kindness left a lasting impression on the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Born on July 16, 1957, Caroline embodied grace, compassion, and...
Carol Ann Baltzer
Jul 11, 2025
With deep sorrow we announce the passing of Carol Ann (Plott) Baltzer on Friday, July 11, 2025. Her kind smile and genuine laughter will be remembered by all who knew her.
Carol was born in Omaha, NE on August 02, 1936 to Wayne and Emma (Cook) Plott. At nine years of age, her family moved to Deerwood, MN. After graduating from...
Christopher Lee Chavez
2025
In loving memory of Christopher Chavez, beloved Son, Brother, Father, Conco, Pa, Friend and Musician.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Christopher Chavez, a deeply loved and gifted soul whose beat touched the hearts of many. Born and raised in New Mexico, Christopher passed away at the age of 50—far too soon for a man who...
Michael Todd Akerson
Jul 11, 2025
With deep sorrow we announce the passing of Michael Todd Akerson on Friday, July 11, 2025. He was born in Hannibal, Missouri, on December 29, 1966, and raised in Lake St. Louis, Missouri. After moving to Albuquerque in his early twenties, he became a computer consultant.
The family’s rock, Mike was the eldest son of Lorretta and the late Warren Akerson....
Ann Marie Gurule-Koester
Jul 11, 2025
Ann Marie Gurule Koester
With profound sadness and enduring love, we announce the passing of Ann Marie Gurule-Koester, age 57, of Los Lunas, New Mexico. Our Heavenly Lord called Ann Marie to her Eternal Home in heaven, peacefully on July 11, 2025, surrounded by her beloved family, after a brave and unwavering battle with cancer.
Born in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on January...
Roland Jay Rivera
Jul 10, 2025
Roland Jay Rivera, aged 75, passed away on Thursday, July 10, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Born in Terrero, New Mexico, he was the son of John Carnie Rivera and Alicia Roybal Rivera. A proud graduate of Pecos High School, Class of 1969, Roland served honorably in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War from 1972 to 1975. He...
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