Laura Danielle Lovato
Mar 6, 2026
Laura Danielle Lovato, age 41, of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, passed away on March 6, 2026.
Laura was born on May 23, 1984. She will be remembered for her loving spirit and the deep care she had for her family and those closest to her. Laura’s presence brought warmth and comfort to those around her, and she will be dearly missed...
Patricia Anne Owens
Mar 4, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Patricia Anne Owens, a woman of boundless wittiness and love for her family. Patricia was born on March 5, 1939, and transitioned out of this life on March 4, 2026. Through her journey of 86 years, she touched many lives with her humor, wisdom, and unwavering spirit of perseverance,...
Magdalene Noreen Otteni
Mar 1, 2026
Lena was born on March 29, 1975, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Lena passed away on March 1, 2026, at the age of 50.
Magdalene “Lena” Otteni, age 50, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2026. Born on March 29, 1975, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Lena brought love, joy, and compassion to all who knew her.
Lena was a woman that lived her life...
Charles Wiley Owens
Mar 1, 2026
Charles W. “Chuck” Owens
Charles W. “Chuck” Owens, born March 12, 1939, in Washington, Indiana, passed away on March 1, 2026, reuniting with the love of his life after 65 beautiful years of marriage.
Chuck spent his early years in Washington, Indiana, before moving to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where he spent many of his formative years. He eventually made his home in Los...
Adolfo Martinez
Feb 28, 2026
Adolfo “Adolf” Martinez, born on July 3, 1953, in Albuquerque to Donicio & Chonita Martinez. He passed away on February 28, 2026, at Rust Medical Center in Albuquerque, NM, surrounded by family members and loved ones. Adolf grew up in Alameda outside of downtown Albuquerque and graduated from Valley High School.
Adolf was the youngest of 7 children.
Adolf spent his career...
Olene Gay Blair
Feb 27, 2026
Gay Blair, age 93, beloved mother passed away February 27,2026. she was a lifelong New Mexican resident and was born on the Eastern side of the state in Tucumcari New Mexico where her parents had been involved in agriculture in House New Mexico. She was the youngest of 5 children, she had two brothers and two sisters, and she was...
Jenny Lynne Morton
Feb 27, 2026
In Loving Memory of Jenny Lynne Morton
May 4, 1945 – February 27, 2026
Jenny Lynne Morton, 80, of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Born on May 4, 1945, in Grants Pass, Oregon, Jenny was the daughter of Gayle Bovee and Jessie Van De Veer Watson. She graduated from Amphitheater High School in...
James Edgar Hodgdon
Feb 25, 2026
James Hodgdon passed away at his home in Rio Rancho on February 25, 2026. He was born into a loving family on December 21, 1970, in Billings, Montana. As a child growing up in Montana, his family made sure that he had the ability to play every sport he wanted, and he played them all, and he was great!
It was...
Roman Gallegos
Feb 24, 2026
Roman Gallegos was born on December 18, 1933, in Mountainair, New Mexico, to Mary Ballejos and Prudencio Gallegos. He was one of five children and grew up alongside his siblings, Adolph (Henrietta) Gallegos, Sally (Max) Tafoya, Cecilia (Lorenzo) Chavez, and Dolores (Phil) Lucero. Raised in a hardworking family of farmers and business owners, Roman often spoke fondly of his first...
James "Jim" Johns
Feb 23, 2026
Celebrating the Life of James “Jim” Johns
James “Jim” Johns of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, passed away unexpectedly on February 23, 2026.
Jim was born on February 24, 1959, in Paducah, Kentucky, to James and Ann Johns. He was the eldest of four sons. The family later moved to New Mexico, and in 1978, Jim graduated from El Dorado High School in...
Judith "Judy" Whitney
Feb 23, 2026
Judith “Judy” Whitney, 78, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away suddenly on February 23, 2026.
Judy was born on April 19, 1947, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, to William and Lilli Hentel. She spent her childhood in Albuquerque and remained connected to the community throughout her life.
In her early years, Judy worked in administrative office roles before dedicating much of her adult...
David Michael Johnson
Feb 23, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of David Michael Johnson, 52, of Edgewood, New Mexico, on February 23,2026.
David was born in Utica, New York and graduated from Mohawk Central School. He pursued higher education to earn an Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice from Herkimer County Community College and a Bachelor of Applied Science...
Regina Paulette Fields
Feb 23, 2026
Regina Paulette Fields (1969–2026)
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Regina Paulette Fields, known affectionately as “Reg,” who departed this world on February 23rd, 2026 at the age of 56. After a long and courageous battle with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease, she passed away surrounded by the love of the family she spent her life protecting and...
Sergeant Michael Barrett Schlattman
Feb 23, 2026
Sergeant Michael Barrett Schlattman, affectionately known as "Schlatty", tragically passed away on February 23, 2026, while serving in the line of duty. Born on March 2, 1973, in San Antonio, Texas, to James Lee and LeAnn Clare Schlattman, Michael spent part of his childhood in England, where his father was stationed with the Air Force.
He was a proud graduate of...
Kendall Oliver Schlenker
Feb 22, 2026
Kendall Oliver Schlenker May 12, 1933 – February 22, 2026
New Mexico has lost one of its most accomplished and interesting citizens, Kendall Oliver Schlenker.
Kendall was a man of faith, a star athlete, a pilot of balloons and small aircraft, a diplomat, philanthropist, patron of the arts, and an attorney of sterling reputation for more than six decades. Above all, he...
Elaine Marie Gabrys
Feb 21, 2026
Elaine Marie Gabrys, 82, passed away peacefully on Saturday morning, February 21. She was born on June 7, 1943, in Chicago.
Over the years, Elaine lived in California and Texas, returning to California before eventually settling in Rio Rancho, where she resided for the past 42 years.
Elaine was the loving wife of George. She is survived by her children, Georgette Gabrys...
Daniel Lee Funk
Feb 21, 2026
Daniel Lee Funk
January 19, 1954 – February 21, 2026
Daniel Lee Funk, 72, of Corrales, New Mexico, completed his final earthly journey and entered eternal rest on February 21, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents, Vernon and Naomi Funk.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, Katherine; his sister, Lorraine, and her husband, George; his nephew,...
George P. Roche
Feb 21, 2026
George Patrick “Pat” Roche, 88, passed away peacefully in Rio Rancho, NM, on February 21, 2026. He was born on March 9, 1937, in Havre, Montana, to the late Mary Irene and Ernest Martin Roche. Pat enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1954 at the age of 17. He served his country for 20 years, which included service...
Diana Blunk
Feb 20, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Diana Blunk, who passed away on February 20, 2026, at the age of 75.
Diana was a bright light to all who knew her. She was born on December 13, 1950, in Stillwater, Oklahoma, and was raised in Enid, Oklahoma. She graduated from Enid High School in 1969 and went...
MaryHelen Gallagher
Feb 20, 2026
MaryHelen Gallagher, age 75, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2026. She was born in Artesia, New Mexico, to Juan Gaspar Rincon and Margarita Carrasco Rincon.
MaryHelen attended Artesia High School and later graduated from West Mesa High School in 1971. She dedicated 22 years of service to Albuquerque Public Schools before retiring. Her commitment to her work and her community...
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