Obituaries

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 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

Jan 24, 2026

Carolyn Jessie Decker, born in Dover, NJ, on December 31, 1941, passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by loved ones, on January 24, 2026, at the age of 84. 

She was married to James Decker in 1961, and February would have marked 66 years together.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jesse and Mary Clark, and her eldest son,...

Jan 24, 2026

James Patrick “Pat” Bodin passed away at home, surrounded by loved ones, on January 24th, 2026, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Pat was born on June 13th, 1947, in Stockton, California to Frank and Truth Bodin. He was the youngest of three children. Pat was raised in Manteca, California. He graduated from Manteca High in 1965.

In 1966 he enlisted in...

Jan 24, 2026

Jan 22, 2026

We celebrate the life of Nona Taylor Browne, a beloved Albuquerque resident born July 26, 1926. Nona was known for her humor, hospitality, and love for history, libraries, travel, her church and for her friends and family.

Born in Pocatello, Idaho, she was raised to be an Idaho girl, but instead politely disagreed with her dad and saved for two years...

Jan 21, 2026

Mary Linda “Linda” Wright, 85, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2026, at Fairwinds Assisted Living in Rio Rancho. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Linda lived a life defined by love, creativity, generosity, and warmth.

Born on September 21, 1940, in Perry, New York, Linda was the beloved daughter of Mary and Harry Watkins. In...

Jan 20, 2026

Robert Burton Shingleton, of Rio Rancho, NM, passed away on January 20, 2026, with his wife and faithful dog, Max, by his side. He had been battling cancer for the last year. Robert was born in Euclid, Ohio on May 16, 1953, to Robert and Mary Shingleton. He is survived by his very loving wife, Connie (Williams-Ortiz) of Rio Rancho,...

Jan 20, 2026

Carolina Isabel Alaniz, lovingly known as Caro, passed away on January 20, 2026, at the age of 45, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Her passing leaves a silence that feels impossible to fill and a love that will forever echo in the hearts of those who knew her. Carolina was a mother, sister, and a proud grandmother. Her greatest joy in...

Jan 20, 2026

Michael Scheid, age 79, died in his home in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, on January 20, 2026. He was born on September 21, 1946, in South Bend, Indiana.

Michael attended Loara High School in Anaheim, California, class of 1966. Following graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Wiesbaden, Germany, during the Cold War conflict and the Vietnam...

Jan 19, 2026

Mary Y. Elliott, age 82, of Rio Rancho, NM, passed away on January 19, 2026. She was born on October 16, 1943, in Abilene, TX.

For more information or to send condolences, please visitwww.danielsfuneral.com/obituaries/mary-elliott

Jan 18, 2026

It is with shattered hearts that the family announces the passing of Manuel. Who was called home on Sunday, January 18. 

Manuel was born on November 20, 1976, who was and will always be a truly special person who radiated kindness, care and love as a son, brother, uncle and friend. He would go the extra mile for others without hesitation....

Jan 17, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Paul Maldonado Jr. Paul was an admired husband, dad, grandpa, son-in-law, and uncle. Paul was born on December 6, 1957, to Paul Maldonado Sr. and Dolores Maldonado in El Paso, Texas. He is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Isela Maldonado, daughter Luanna Cantrell, son...

Jan 17, 2026

It is in loving memory and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jose Luis “Louie” Chavez, age 79, of Albuquerque, NM, on January 17, 2026. Louie was born May 19, 1946, in Tome, NM.

Louie proudly served his country after being drafted into the U.S. Army, where he fought in the Vietnam War. Following his service, he attended barber...

Jan 17, 2026

Leon Lyon, Jr. passed away peacefully on January 17, 2026, at the age of 80, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born on May 6, 1945, to Leon and Rosemarie Lyon in Oakland, California. Leon was preceded in death by his mother, father and step-father, Robert Gran. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Lynn,...

Jan 15, 2026

In Loving Memory of Chase Stephen Waldman, Chase Waldman, age 37, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away suddenly on January 15th 2026. A prominent business owner, a skilled Master Electrician, a devoted father and husband, son and brother Chase leaves behind a legacy of hard work, mentorship, and deep devotion to his family. Chase was the founder and owner of...

Jan 14, 2026

Jerry Wayne Mercer, 83, of Peralta, passed away on January 14, 2026, after a long battle with a combination of long-term illnesses. He passed away peacefully in his home.

Jerry was born on September 18, 1942, to Charles June Mercer and Lorene “Sis” Anderson Mercer. Jerry grew up in Brule, Nebraska, which is a small farming community in western Nebraska. During...