Ruth Mary Hanrahan
Jul 13, 2026
Born Ruth Mary Paul, September 2, 1935, fourth daughter of five children, to Jerome and Dessie Mae Paul of Warren, PA. Ruth moved around, settling in Boulder, Colorado, where she met the love of her life, John Hanrahan. After 57 years together traveling and enjoying life, Ruth, 90, passed away in her home at 10:30 a.m. Monday July 13, 2026....
Richard Zeeck
Jul 9, 2026
Richard Carl Zeeck, 92, of Corrales, New Mexico, passed peacefully at home on July 9, 2026.
Born August 30, 1933, in the Panama Canal Zone, Richard often said growing up there was the best childhood anyone could have. His adventures exploring the surrounding jungle and lakes with friends and interacting with the servicemen stationed in the area helped inspire his lifelong...
Peter S. Strezo
Jul 8, 2026
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Peter "Pete" Strezo, 84, of Hammond, Indiana, passed away in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on Wednesday, July 8, 2026.
Pete was known for the deep love he had for his family and friends. He enjoyed fishing, trying to catch a Crosstown Whiting/Clark Classic game, heading to the field to watch baseball, listening to talk radio, and tinkering on his computer...
Phillip Jimmie Cordova
Jul 7, 2026
Phillip "Jimmie" Cordova, 77, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully at his home on July 7, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Jimmie was born on January 7, 1949, in Clayton, New Mexico, to Phillip Cordova Jr. and Julia Fernandez. He graduated from Valley High School in 1967. Following graduation, Jimmie proudly served his country in the United...
Rafaelita Espinosa
Jul 7, 2026
Rafaelita Espinosa, a beloved mother, wife, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, entered into eternal rest on July 7, 2026, at her home in Albuquerque, New Mexico, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 29, 1940, in Tajique, New Mexico.
Rafaelita was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Clyde A. Espinosa; her parents, Domingo and Adelita Barela; her...
Marcus Eloy Vigil
Jul 6, 2026
We are deeply saddened to share that Marcus Eloy Jerome Vigil left our world on Monday, July 6, 2026, at 9:20 a.m. He suffered complications from an enlarged heart, which caused him to collapse. The valiant efforts of his father (who administered CPR until the first responders arrived) and the first responders who were able to revive his pulse. Unfortunately,...
Logan Scott Zachary
Jul 5, 2026
Logan Scott Zachary, 23, passed away on July 5, 2026. He was born on September 25, 2002, to his loving parents, Rick S. Zachary and Shelley D. Zachary.
Logan graduated from Rio Rancho High School in 2021 and was a hardworking and dedicated electrician apprentice with Power Design Inc., where he pursued his goals and worked toward building the future he...
Stephen Thomas Griego
Jul 4, 2026
Stephen T. Griego, affectionately known as Steve, Stevie, “Stevie Wonder,” “Jap,” and most importantly “Dad,” passed away on July 4, 2026, at the age of 41 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Born on November 10, 1984, to Richard and Lucy Griego, Steve lived life unapologetically. Steve wasn’t someone who fit neatly into a box. He was funny, opinionated, intelligent, complicated, and...
Mrs. Judy D. Pelzer
Jul 4, 2026
Judy Pelzer, 78 years young, of Rio Rancho, passed away on July 4, 2026. She was born in California, but a long time New Mexico resident. Mrs. Pelzer is survived by her loving family, husband for 57 years, Bill Pelzer, two adult children, Tracy Pelzer and Darlene Callis, four grandchildren and many extended family and friends.
A private Family Gathering was...
Bette Claire D'Arco
Jul 2, 2026
Bette Claire D'Arco peacefully passed away on July 2, 2026, at the age of 96, after living an extraordinary 35,135 days. Each day was a gift, and she filled them with love for her family, quiet faith, kindness, and an appreciation for the beauty found in everyday life.
Bette delighted in tending her flowers, celebrating Christmas, collecting Native American art, traveling,...
Angela Marie Pazell
Jul 2, 2026
Filled with sadness and deep love, we are mourning the loss of our beautiful daughter Angela Marie Pazell. Angie Passed away peacefully on July 2, 2026, in Albuquerque NM. She was born on November 7,1972, to Thomas and Marjorie Pazell in Salt Lake City, UT and grew up surrounded by her rambunctious brothers.
Due to a family relocation, Angie attended high...
Richard Gabriel Ramirez
Jul 1, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Richard Gabriel Ramirez, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who passed away on July 1, 2026, at the age of 82.
Richard will be remembered for his compassionate heart, steadfast strength, kindness, and deep devotion to his family. Through his warmth and generosity, he touched the lives of those...
Daniel Mark Pena
Jun 30, 2026
Daniel Mark Peña, age 40, passed away on June 30, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was born on March 6, 1986, in Pasadena, California, to Mark Anthony Peña and Lisa Renee Peña.
Daniel graduated from Valley High School and was employed by Sonic. He was a devoted member of Legacy Church, where he faithfully attended services on Tuesday and Saturday...
Cooney Benavidez
Jun 25, 2026
Cooney Benavidez, 86, of Socorro, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Polvadera, New Mexico to Florencio Benavidez and Della Sarracino-Benavidez, Cooney graduated from Socorro High School. As a young man, he worked as a gas station attendant to earn money for his first car. He proudly served his country as a...
Dana Charlene Tressie Houston-Bruce
Jun 25, 2026
Dana Charlene Tressie Houston-Bruce, 81, of Rio Rancho, NM passed suddenly a day before her eighty-second birthday on June 25, 2026. She was born on June 26, 1944, and was a native of Albuquerque, NM. She was married to Leonard L. Bruce for 30 years. She was the mother of three children. As a child, her love for music encouraged...
Ernest William Gracheck
Jun 24, 2026
Ernest William Gracheck6/24/2026Ernest “Bill” Gracheck, age 88, left this world surrounded by his loving family on June 24, 2026, in Rio Rancho, NM.
He was born in Independence, MO on February 11, 1938, to Ernest Louis Gracheck and Gladys Agnes (Stevens) Gracheck. Raised in Independence, Bill’s fondest childhood memories stemmed from his time working in the family nursery and helping Harry...
Manuelita Margarita Chavez
Jun 23, 2026
Manuelita Margarita Chavez (“Margie”)
November 10, 1947 – June 23, 2026
Manuelita Margarita Chavez, lovingly known as “Margie,” was born on November 10, 1947, in Santa Rosa, New Mexico. She was peacefully called to the Lord’s Kingdom on June 23, 2026.
Margie, along with her two sisters, were raised in Colonias, New Mexico, by her parents, Bernabe and Genevieve Gallegos.
On February 5, 1966,...
Christine "Chris" Thomas
Jun 23, 2026
Christine “Chris” Thomas, 80, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2026.
Chris was born on November 14, 1945, to Clark and Virginia “Ginger” Crandall and was raised in Lakewood, Colorado. She came from a family rich in history and tradition. Her father, Clark, immigrated to the United States from Germany as a child, while her mother’s family...
Alice Mary Haddad
Jun 23, 2026
Alice M. Haddad, age 104, died peacefully in her sleep in June 2026. She was a resident of Albuquerque since 1993. She was predeceased by her husband, William, and her son, Richard Michael. She is survived by her daughter, Carol Ann Anzures; granddaughters, Vanessa Huebner (Anthony), Maria Kallback (Brian) and Nina Harlow Wachendorf (Adam); and great granddaughters Addie Sanchez and...
Albert Frank Badeau Jr.
Jun 22, 2026
Albert Frank Badeau Jr., aged 92, passed away peacefully at his home in Rio Rancho, NM. Al was born in Providence, Rhode Island in 1933 to Albert F. Badeau Sr. and Mae Rose Barney. He grew up in Cranston, Rhode Island where he attended Cranston High School and graduated in1951. He and his best friend Alcino Almeida worked various jobs...
