Obituaries

Feb 12, 2026

Michael Andrew Campbell passed into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior on February 12, 2026, at 1:48 a.m. at Rust Medical Center. His wife, Peggy, and grandson, Ethan, were blessed to be by his side when he left for glory, fulfilling the words of his favorite hymn, “When the Roll Is Called Up Yonder, I’ll Be There.”

Michael was...

Feb 10, 2026

Marco Antonio Candelaria passed away on February 10, 2026, at the age of 64.

Born and raised in Albuquerque, Mr. Candelaria was a graduate of Del Norte High School and attended TVI (now CNM). He was employed by Sandia Laboratories at the time of his death.

He was preceded in death by his beloved parents Julian and Jessie Candelaria.

He is survived by...

Feb 9, 2026

Helen Volkerding 

Dec 10, 1920 - February 9, 2026

Helen, age 105, of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, was born on December 10, 1920, and passed away on February 9, 2026. 

Helen was the youngest of four Milligan sisters, raised on an Olathe, Kansas farm where her father, George, worked the farm with a team of horses. Her mother, Grace, was an inspiration who...

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 8, 2026

Feb 7, 2026

Gillian-Rose Hagarty, age 17, was received into the arms of her Savior on February 7, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was born on July 15, 2008, in Landstuhl, Germany, to Paul and Tiffany Hagarty.

Gillian-Rose, lovingly known as “Gills” by her friends and family, attended Volcano Vista High School and was a student with Classical Conversations at the El Rio...

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 4, 2026

Benjamin Raymond Montaño

September 17, 1954- February 4, 2026



Benjamin (Ben) Montaño, age 71, a gentle husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend passed away on February 4, 2026.



In loving memory of a kind man who fiercely loved his family and friends. Ben never met a stranger, spending time talking to everyone he came in contact with. He made friends easily and found...

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...