Obituaries

Mar 10, 2026

Gipson, Rebecca (Becca) L. Of Albuquerque NM age 70 died on March 10,2026 following a long fight with cancer. She is predeceased by parents George and Shirley Wood both of San Bernardino, CA and brother Carl L. Wood.

Becca was an avid gardener and fisherman. She loved dogs more than she loved people often saying that Max was her husband because...

Mar 10, 2026

Rhoda Frances Bernstein, born April 7, 1936, in New York, New York, passed away peacefully in her sleep. She will be remembered for her warmth, kindness, sense of humor and the love she shared with her family and friends.

Born Rhoda Liebman, she was a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, survived by her two daughters, Andrea Lazo (Courtney Lazo) and Lori...

Mar 9, 2026

Patricia Lou Gerber (Patty), age 72, passed through the veil on March 9, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was born on August 8, 1953, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Patrick and Louise Gerber.

Patricia was preceded in death by her father, Patrick J. Gerber, and her nephew, Patrick W. Gerber.

She is survived by her mother, Louise Gerber; her three children...

Mar 8, 2026

Garold Leo Hohmann (Gary), 89, of Rio Rancho, passed away on March 8, 2026. Born on October 6,1936 in Alva, Oklahoma, he was a devoted husband to Catherine Hohmann (nee Moyer) and a loving father to Timothy Hohmann, Christine Cavallo (Dave), Melissa Endlich (Gary), James Hohmann (JoAn), Todd Hohmann, Nancy Schindler (Nils) and Ellen Stevens. He also leaves behind 8...

Mar 6, 2026

Our sweet, loving Karla Garde Henke (42) passed peacefully late the evening of March 6 in her brother Kyle’s arms. She had been lovingly cared for in the ICU of Sandoval Regional Medical Center until she passed due to complications from medically unresponsive viral pneumonia and congestive heart failure. As is very common of children with Down syndrome, she was...

Mar 6, 2026

In Loving Memory of Lorraine Ramirez

With deep sadness and immense love, we remember the life of Lorraine Ramirez, who passed away on March 6, 2026. Born and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Lorraine was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose kindness and loving spirit touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.

Lorraine’s life was centered around...

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...

Mar 4, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Sean Erick Martin, 41, of Rio Rancho, NM, on March 4th, 2026. Sean was born November 9th, 1984, in Biloxi, MS. He had a love of music and nature and will be remembered for his sense of humor. His memory will live on in the hearts of those...

Mar 4, 2026

Richard L. Edwards rode into town November 24, 1933, in Pitchfork, NM, born to his Ma, Enid and Pa, Temple Edwards. Richard was blessed with a whole rodeo of brothers and sisters, and a bushel of nieces and nephews, whom he adored.

On June 1, 1957, he lassoed the love of his life, Donna Edwards. Together they rustled up 3 daughters,...

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,...

Mar 2, 2026

Mar 1, 2026

Charlotte Winslow Christian

March 24, 1952 - March 1, 2026

Charlotte Winslow Christian, 73, of Rio Rancho, NM, passed away on March 1, 2026, in Rio Rancho. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM on March 28 at the First Baptist Church of Albuquerque, 4101 Paseo Del Norte NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114.

Charlotte was born in Chowan County, NC, to Charlie...

Mar 1, 2026

Joseph R. Spier, 89, passed away on March 2, 2026, in Albuquerque. He was born on April 24, 1936, in Kellers Church to Joseph and Bertha Spier.

Joseph proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force as an Airman First Class for four years. After his military service, he was known as a hardworking “jack of all trades,” always willing...

Mar 1, 2026

Phil E. Miera

Phil E. Miera, 87, was born on July 15, 1938, in Lyden, New Mexico, to Acencion and Filadelfio Miera. He passed away peacefully while in hospice on March 1, 2026, with his daughter, Elaine, and his son, Mika, by his side until the end.

Phil was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great-grandfather, uncle, brother, and friend. He and...

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...

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...

Feb 28, 2026

Janette Kae “Jan” Wheeler

Janette Kae “Jan” Wheeler, age 67, passed away on February 28, 2026, at her home in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, surrounded by her loving family after courageously battling cancer for two years. She peacefully entered the presence of her Savior.

Jan was born on June 1, 1958, in Vancouver, Washington, to Jim and Karen Hall. She grew up...

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...

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...

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...