Obituaries

Warren Sullivan

Warren Sullivan

Jun 25, 2025

Warren Sullivan age 98 passed away peacefully on June 25, 2025. He was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy Sullivan and his parents Dudley and Jessie Sullivan. 

He is survived by his daughters Patty Elliot and her husband Tom Elliot, Kathleen Barbour and her husband Randy Barbour, his granddaughters Michelle Dean and Melissa Thorn, and his great grandchildren Michael Gonzales,...

Patricia Ruth Hatfield Green

Patricia Ruth Hatfield Green

Jun 25, 2025

Patricia was born Patricia Ruth Duffy in Mangam, Oklahoma to Patrick and Bertie Duffy. She began a career in advertising at John A. Brown department store in Oklahoma City before raising a large family. When she made Albuquerque her home in 1972, she became the founding partner in Don Hatfield Advertising handling large accounts, retail businesses and political campaigns. Later,...

Daniel Villarreal

Daniel Villarreal

Jun 24, 2025

OBITUARIO

Daniel Villarreal 9 de enero de 1950 – 24 de junio de 2025

Daniel Villarreal 9 de enero de 1950 – 24 de junio de 2025

Con profundo dolor, la familia Villarreal comunica el fallecimiento de Daniel Villarreal, quien partió en paz el 24 de junio de 2025 en Albuquerque, Nuevo México, a la edad de 75 años. Daniel nació el 9...

Kenneth "Stan" Gutierrez

Kenneth "Stan" Gutierrez

Jun 24, 2025

Kenneth (Stan) Arthur Gutierrez, age 44, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on June 24, 2025, in a tragic car accident.

Kenneth was born in Woodland, California, to Les Gutierrez and Veronica Estrada.

A fiercely independent thinker and a creative spirit in constant motion, Kenneth saw the world through his unique lens—curious, bold, and unafraid to question. He walked a path shaped...

Larry Cleveland Hobbs

Larry Cleveland Hobbs

Jun 23, 2025

Larry Cleveland Hobbs, 85, passed away on June 23, 2025 in Rio Rancho, NM. He was the youngest of four boys born to Marvin L and Beulah Edna (Cochran) Hobbs. His parents and three brothers (Marvin Dwight, Donald Ray and Kenneth Lee Hobbs) preceded him in death. Larry was born on the family farm near Cabool, MO on May 22,...

Wanda Erlene Alexander

Wanda Erlene Alexander

Jun 20, 2025

Wanda Erlene Alexander was born February 28, 1941, in Thatcher, Arizona. Wanda passed away on June 20, 2025, at her home in Bosque Farms, New Mexico where she was surrounded by her loving family and two dogs. Wanda married Phillip Nelson Alexander on October 30, 1958, in Safford, Arizona. Wanda’s greatest joy was her children and grandchildren: Christopher N. Alexander,...

Suzanne Ruth Klammer

Suzanne Ruth Klammer

Jun 18, 2025

Suzanne Ruth Klammer of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away on June 18, 2025 after a lengthy battle with dementia.

Suzanne was born in Garfield, New Jersey to Ernest and Frances Samona on July 11, 1944. She graduated from Garfield High School and Patterson State Teaching College. In 1973 she moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico with her family. She taught Special Education...

Marilyn R. Zanetti

Marilyn R. Zanetti

Jun 18, 2025

Marilyn Zanetti, age 90, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 18th, 2025, in San Antonio, TX. She was born in Mobile, AL and was a resident of Albuquerque and Rio Rancho, N M, from 1958-2022. Marilyn retired from the Albuquerque Public School System after 25 years culminating as Principal at Sandia High School. She was...

Ann Kathleen Smith

Ann Kathleen Smith

Jun 17, 2025

Our beloved Ann K. Smith left this world at age 76 to be with her Heavenly Father and Savior, Jesus Christ, on June 17th, 2025. She was born in Lamar, Colorado in 1949, and grew up in the areas of Campo and Springfield, Colorado. Here was always “home” to her, and she was proud to be a student of both...

Lisa M. Martinez

Lisa M. Martinez

Jun 17, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lisa Martinez on June 17, 2025. She was born on August 8, 1966, and later married her husband, John Martinez on August 13, 1988. Lisa was a daughter and a sister, to one a wife, to others a mother and an aunt; but more importantly she was a devoted...

Saul Berger

Saul Berger

Jun 17, 2025

Saul Berger (1942-2025)

Passed away peacefully on June 17, 2025.

He is lovingly remembered by his wife Marsha, his daughter Debbie

and his son Jordan.

Saul is also survived by his grandchildren Brooke and David.

Graveside services will be on June 19, 2025, at 11:00AM

Vista Verde Memorial Park

4310 Sara Road

Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87124

In lieu of flowers, please remember Saul by donating to the charity...

David K. Lilley

David K. Lilley

Jun 16, 2025

In loving memory of David Lilley, age 90, a beloved husband, uncle, and friend who passed away June 16, 2025. Born September 11, 1934, in Ogden, PA to Bill & Ethel Lilley. He is survived by his wife, Martha of 47 years. He spent most of his life in Delaware County, PA. He earned a BA in education from Muhlenberg...

Cenaida Vivian Maes

Cenaida Vivian Maes

Jun 16, 2025

Cenaida Cruz Maes August 10, 1953 – June 16, 2025

Cenaida Cruz Maes was born in Fowler, Colorado, on August 10, 1953, and passed away peacefully on June 16, 2025, in her home in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, surrounded by her loving family.

She is survived by her devoted husband, William Maes, and their four children: John Maes and his son, Juan...

Enrique Henry Romero

Enrique Henry Romero

Jun 14, 2025

Enrique Henry Romero, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and friend, entered eternal life on June 14, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on February 5, 1949, in Horse Springs, New Mexico to Felicita and Manuel Romero, Henry was a source of love, laughter, and unwavering faith to all who knew him.

Henry is survived by his devoted wife of...

Alix Paloma Ami

Alix Paloma Ami

Jun 14, 2025

On June 14, 2025, Alix Paloma Ami, 31, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, returned to the Creator’s loving embrace. Born on July 21, 1993, in Silver Spring, Maryland, to Donald Ami and Holly Halsey-Ami. Alix was an enrolled member of the Mandan, Hidatsa, and Arikara (MHA) Nation of North Dakota; her maternal lineage also hailed from the Hunkpapa (Standing Rock) and...

Clara Orlinda Miera

Clara Orlinda Miera

Jun 14, 2025

Clara O. Miera, was born September 18, 1940 to Agapita and Nieves Montoya, in Embudo, NM.

Clara was in hospice and passed away peacefully June 14, 2025, surrounded by her numerous family members and friends, with her husband holding her hand.

She was the most beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great grandmother, aunt and friend. She was the glue that kept our...

James Steven Garcia

James Steven Garcia

Jun 14, 2025

James Steven Garcia

August 31,1974 - June 14, 2025

James Steven Garcia born August 31, 1974, to Frank and Prescilla Garcia passed away in the hospital surrounded by his family and friends the evening of June 14th after a four-year battle with stomach cancer. James Garcia found his life's calling in his family. He was an amazing father, husband, son, brother, friend...

Allen L. Coleman

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

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

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....