Allen L. Coleman
Jun 13, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we share the passing of Allen L. Coleman, beloved father, grandfather, and great grandfather, who passed away peacefully surrounded by family, on June 13, 2025. He will now be reunited with his beautiful wife Stephanie.
Allen was born in Shamrock, Texas on January 17, 1953, to Joe & Jean Coleman. He later moved to...
Josephine A. Turano
Jun 13, 2025
Josephine A. Turano, 86, beloved mother, grandmother, aunt and friend, went to be with the Lord on Friday, June 13, 2025 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with family by her side. She was born in Brooklyn, New York on July 10, 1938, the daughter of the late Giovanni and Rosalia (Messano) Crudele. Josephine grew up in Brooklyn, where she attended Fort...
Kathleen Susan Holland
Jun 13, 2025
Kathleen Susan Holland Beloved Mother, Grandmother, Daughter, and Sister Kathleen “Kathy” Susan Holland passed away peacefully at the age of 67 on June 13th, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. She was a devoted mother, cherished grandmother, beloved daughter, and loyal sister, whose vibrant spirit touched all who knew her. Kathleen was born on November 8th, 1957, in San Angelo, Texas....
William Angelo Centopani
Jun 11, 2025
William Angelo Centopani, age 93, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at the Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital in Albuquerque, NM. Bill was born on February 25, 1932, in Bridgeport, Connecticut. He was the son of the late Guglielmo Centofante of Crecchio in the Province of Abruzzi, Italy; and Mariantonia Salinardi Centofante of Ruoti in the Province of Potenza,...
Johnnie Romero
Jun 11, 2025
Johnnie Romero unexpectedly passed away at his home on June 11th, a month and nine days after turning 70. He was a creative soul, an artist at heart, a deep thinker, and a man with a great sense of humor. Born Monday, May 2nd, 1955, in Socorro, New Mexico, to parents Reina Montano (of San Antonio, NM) and Ismael Romero...
Eleanor Lucero
Jun 9, 2025
Eleanor “Ellie” Lucero was born June 2, 1930 in Proctor, Colorado and entered Heaven on June 9, 2025.
In 1954 she married the love of her life, Avenancio “Ben” Lucero, and together they raised four children. Ellie lived sweetly, loving her Savior, serving her family, and mentoring others in faith and life at her beloved Sparkle Maintenance, as well as at...
Robert M. Patterson, Jr
Jun 8, 2025
Robert Patterson Jr, age 81, passed away Sunday, June 8, 2025. Bob was known for his love of computers and books. He loved to travel and toured England, Europe, Egypt, and Mexico.
He is survived by his brother, Michael D Patterson, and sister, Linda L Stephens. He also leaves an aunt, Mary Jean Hale; two nieces, Chrisi Baily and Morgan Patterson;...
Gloria Alys (Maass) Dollahon
Jun 7, 2025
Gloria Alys “Glo” Dollahon (Maass) age 89, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2025 after a 9 year battle with dementia.
Gloria was born April 15, 1936 in Buffalo, NY.
Gloria was brought into this world by Albert and Helen Maass on April 15, 1936 in Buffalo, NY. There she was raised by her loving parents with her older brother Bob. She...
John Joseph Chamberlain
Jun 7, 2025
John Joseph Chamberlain, affectionately known as Jack, peacefully passed away at the age of 93 on Saturday, June 7, 2025, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. He was born on June 23, 1931, in Minot, North Dakota, to Joseph Bowman Chamberlain and Margaret Elizabeth Blackburn Chamberlain.
Jack’s educational journey began at St. Leo’s Catholic School, from which he graduated in the Class...
Jerry Lee Dewees
Jun 7, 2025
Jerry Lee Dewees, 82, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, went to be with the Lord on June 7, 2025 where he will be reunited with his parents Arthur Ray and Lula Dewees, his siblings Art and Colleen, sisters-in-law Nancy, Mary, Nellie, Becky, Brothers-in-law Desi, Dennis, Rey, Orie, stepdaughter Claudette Coriz and son-in-law Dean Donley.
Jerry was born on May 23, 1943 in...
Stephen F. Kranz
Jun 6, 2025
Stephen Kranz, 75, beloved partner, brother, father, uncle and grandfather passed away unexpectedly on June 6, 2025. Steve was a military-brat, born in Evansville, IL, while his father was stationed over- seas. As a child, he lived in Detroit and Alaska before his father retired from the military (with numerous WWII fighter-pilot medals) and moved to San Antonio, TX, where...
Hector Delgado
Jun 6, 2025
Hector Delgado, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2025, at home, with his wife and family. He was 88 years old.
Hector was born in Juncos, Puerto Rico; the eldest of six children. After graduating high school in Juncos, he attended the University of Puerto Rico for a year before enlisting in the United States Air Force. While stationed at Kirtland...
Sandra Denovellis
Jun 5, 2025
Sandra "Sandy" Lee Houghtaling Bird DeNovellis of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away on June 5th, 2025. She was born on January 2nd, 1945 in Wellsville, New York. She was preceded in death by her youngest daughter Jacquelyn Ryan, her mother Louise Freeland, fathers Clifford Houghtaling and Victor Bird, and brothers Edward and Elmer Bird.
She is survived by her daughters Lisa...
Lorenzo "Larry" Chavez
Jun 5, 2025
Lorenzo “Larry” ChavezNovember 7, 1936 – June 5, 2025
Lorenzo “Larry” Chavez passed away peacefully on June 5, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was 88 years old.
Born on November 7, 1936, in Los Quartitos, New Mexico, to Guadalupe Olguin and Guadalupe Chavez. He proudly served his country as a member of the United States Marine Corps, a chapter of his...
Jose Apollonio Ortiz
Jun 5, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of beloved father, Mr. Jose Apollonio Ortiz who passed away peacefully on June 5, 2025. He was born on April 25, 1937, to Amalio Casimero Ortiz and Maria Celina Perea Ortiz in Rayado, New Mexico.
He is survived by his former spouse, Esperanza Duran; sister, Margaret Coughnour; as well has his...
Katie "Nani” Rivera
Jun 4, 2025
Katie “Nani” Rivera
Katie "Nani” Rivera was born April 24, 1932 to Jacobo and Juanita De Herrera in Cuba, New Mexico. She attended Cuba High School and then went on to business school in Albuquerque and received her bachelor’s in education from the University of New Mexico. She met her husband Roy Rivera at St. Joseph’s College. They married on August...
Adelaida "Ida" Quintana
Jun 3, 2025
It is with deep sadness we inform you that on June 3, 2025, Adelaida "Ida" Quintana finished her journey with us.
Ida was known by all who knew her as a loving and caring person. She was the last of her siblings and is survived by her husband Jerry Quintana. She had three children, Larry, Denise and Jovan, several grandchildren, great...
Gary Kent Fox
Jun 1, 2025
Gary K. Fox January 21, 1942 – June 1, 2025
Gary K. Fox, age 83, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on June 1, 2025. Born in Beech Grove, Indiana on January 21, 1942, Gary led a life marked by service, dedication, and excellence.
Gary graduated from Purdue University in 1966 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering. He went...
Santiago Arturo Armijo
May 31, 2025
Santiago Arturo Armijo, a beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on May 31, 2025, in Albuquerque, leaving behind a legacy of love and resilience. Born on May 13, 1944, in the picturesque town of Los Ojitos Frios, Santiago exemplified the pioneering spirit of his generation, embracing every opportunity that came his way.
His journey through life was marked by a...
Robert Lee Arellano
May 31, 2025
Robert Lee Arellano passed away at his home in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, on Saturday, May 31, 2025.
Robert was born in Tucumcari, New Mexico. He served in the United States Army and was honorably discharged in 1972, after which he moved to California where he spent much of his life. Beginning with classes in mechanics at the local junior college,...
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