Obituaries

Feb 9, 2026

Stella Priscilla Romero

February 19, 1937 – February 9, 2026

Stella Priscilla Romero, age 88, a lifelong New Mexican, passed away peacefully at her home in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, on February 9, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

She was born on February 19, 1937, in La Bajada, New Mexico, to Elfego and Josefina Romero. Stella was raised with strong...

Feb 9, 2026

Lois D. Meinrath passed away February 9th at 93. She was preceded by her husband Irving E. “Bud” Meinrath, sons David Meinrath (Elizabeth) and John Meinrath. Lois was survived by her 5 children Randy (Tamera) Moseley, Dr. Brad Moseley, Scott (Yana) Moseley, Julie Meinrath, and Steven Meinrath (Helen), 13 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren. She was the oldest of seven children,...

Feb 7, 2026

Lily M. Lopez, age 90, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family and friends on Saturday, February 7, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was born September 21, 1935, in Las Nutrias, New Mexico to Bonificio and Gregorita Romero. Lily married the love of her life, Cresencio M. Lopez on January 29, 1955, in Socorro, NM. She was a dedicated...

Feb 3, 2026

Marcelino G. Armendariz, age 72, a man of many gifts and talents and an Albuquerque resident for 50 years, passed away at 3:05pm on February 3rd, 2026, surrounded by his wife and two sons.



Marcelino was born on March 29th, 1953 in Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico and is proceeded in death by his father Marcelino and mother Manuela (Garcia) Armendariz. He spent...

Feb 3, 2026

David F. Sallee, 83, devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2026, at La Vida Llena in Albuquerque, New Mexico, due to complications from dementia. He was surrounded by his loving family and the compassionate staff who cared for him.

David was born October 17, 1942, in Macomb, Illinois, to Eugene M. and Sally R. Sallee,...

Feb 3, 2026

  Mary was born on September 10, 1942, in Hendricks, MN. She passed away peacefully on February 3, 2026, at home, surrounded by her loving family. Mary was preceded in death by her parents, George and Kathryn Stahr; her husband, Gerald; and her siblings, Teresa, Helen, Patricia, and Mike. She is survived by her daughters, Becky and Mary Catherine, and...

Feb 2, 2026

Love of a good woman in a world of people making good decisions. For others to be loved in good times of good people in a place of love for people of good character. She was a beautiful woman with conservative values and love of good folks.

Feb 2, 2026

Caroline Messier, age 85, passed away on February 2, 2026, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. She was born on May 14, 1940, in Brooklyn, New York, to her parents, Paul and Elva Barbarotto.

Caroline was united in marriage to Ulysse Joseph Messier Jr. on May 16, 1964, in Howard Beach, New York. They shared 61 years of marriage.

She was employed by...

Feb 1, 2026

Ernest Perea, passed away peacefully at the age of 95 on Sunday, February 1, 2026. He was a longtime resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, and was born on May 14, 1930, in Edgewood, New Mexico.



Ernest proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War, an experience that shaped his strong character and lifelong dedication. He was...

Jan 31, 2026

Fidel Padilla Jr. passed away on January 31,2026 at home. He was born in Albuquerque on May 26,1954 to Fidel Padilla Sr. and Erlinda Chavez. He graduated from Valley High School in 1972 and worked in construction as a framer. He then worked with his brother Larry as he started Pro's Pest Control. He retired as owner of the company....

Jan 31, 2026

April 11, 1933 - January 31, 2026, Owen “Tooter” Cosper, 92, a longtime resident of Corrales, NM, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2026, his spirit lifting gently and lovingly into the arms of the Lord. A true old school cowboy to the very end. Tooter lived a long, full, and adventurous life rooted in hard work, loyalty, and a...

Jan 29, 2026

Jan 29, 2026

Robert “Bobby” Lee Martinez, age 76, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2026, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. He was born on November 13, 1949, in Las Vegas, New Mexico, to Isidoro and Florinda Martinez.

Robert attended school at West Las Vegas High School and later answered the call to serve his country by enlisting in the United States Army. He...

Jan 28, 2026

Ligaya Deguzman, lovingly known as “Flor,” age 66, passed away on January 28, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was born on January 29, 1960, in Manaoag, Pangasinan, Philippines, to her parents, Gumersindo Deguzman and Carolina Frianeza.

Ligaya was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend whose warmth and kindness touched everyone who knew her. She was united in marriage to...

Jan 27, 2026

Dorothy Louise Isabel Martin

May 16, 1941 – January 27, 2026

Dorothy Louise Isabel Martin, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and faithful Catholic, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2026, at the age of 84.

Born on May 16, 1941, in Bernalillo County, New Mexico, Louise was the beloved daughter of Charles Romero and Virginia Sanchez. She grew up surrounded by family and...

Jan 26, 2026

BROWN - Annelle Louise Brown, 76, born May 2nd, 1950, passed away on Monday, January 26th 2026. She was preceded in death by husband and best friend of 35+ years Gary Larsh, parents Chester K. Brown and Louise U. Brown, grandparents Nellie Shibley Mahboub and Said Mahboub, brother Kenneth G. Brown (wife Shirley Brown), and twin sister Angelle Brown. She...

Jan 26, 2026

Pamela Marie Lara, age 33, was born on January 14, 1993, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and passed away on January 26, 2026, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.

Pamela was the beloved daughter of Bulmaro Moreno Lara and Regina Olguin Jaramillo. She was preceded in death by her father, Bulmaro Moreno Lara; her paternal grandparents, Ana Alicia Moreno and Bulmaro H. Lara;...

Jan 26, 2026

Philip Jose Gonzales, surrounded by family, peacefully went home to be with our Lord on January 26, 2026 at the age of 90. Philip was born on August 17, 1935 in San Marcial, New Mexico to Leandro and Rosela (Olguin) Gonzales.

Philip was deeply devoted to his family, whom he loved above all else. He is survived by his loving wife,...

Jan 25, 2026

Frances Rose Ann Heger passed away in the early morning hours on January 26th in her home with her loving family at her side.

Frances is survived by her husband Edward, her two children Keli and Stephen, her grandson Dash, her brother Eddie and her god-daughter Samantha.

Fran was born in Hartford Connecticut and called many places her home including Guam, Germany,...

Jan 24, 2026

James Jacobo Garcia, age 50, of Rio Rancho, NM passed away on January 24, 2026. For service information or to pay condolences, please visit https://www.danielsfuneral.com/obituaries/james-garcia-2026