Obituaries

Nov 7, 2021

Lillie Bletcher-Gallegos transitioned peacefully on November 7, at her home in Albuquerque. Lillie was born in Seven Springs , New Mexico in 1936. She spent most of her life living in Cuba where she met her husband, Melquiades Gallegos. Together they started several successful businesses, which include a motel, a restaurant, a laundromat, a car wash, and a gas...

Nov 7, 2021

Luberto B. Ortiz  "Sapo", age 85, beloved husband, father and grandfather was called home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Sunday, November 7, 2021.

He was born on August 6, 1936 in Seboyeta, NM.  He was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM, and was employed by Sandia National Laboratory for 43 years.

Nov 5, 2021

Mela T. Chavez was born April 12, 1930.  Our mother, grandmother, aunt, friend, and beloved wife to John passed away peacefully Friday, November 5, 2021, to be with Our Lord and Savior.  Mela joins her husband John J. Chavez and leaves behind her sons Mike, Stan, Ken, and Mark; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and great-great grandchildren.  She is also survived by brothers Ignacio Tafoya and...

Nov 4, 2021

Dora Agnes Garcia

Dora Garcia, age 87, beloved mother and grandmother, was called to her heavenly home by the Lord on Thursday November 4, 2021. She was a lifelong resident of Alameda and a member of Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church. She was preceded in death by her first husband Benny Garcia, son David Garcia,...

Nov 4, 2021

Elsie Gladys Perez, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, age 80, passed away on Thursday, November 4, 2021. Elsie devoted her life to not only family, but also to the Catholic faith. She graduated from Our Lady of Sorrows in 1959 and was a member of the Blue Army of Our Lady of Fatima. Elsie married Henry Perez...

Nov 2, 2021

Henry “Hank” Whiting Jr, age 66, passed away on Tuesday, November 2, 2021. Henry was proceeded in death by his parents Henry and Rosalie Whiting Sr. He is survived by his daughters Stephanie Sperling and wife Rebecca, Natalie Cervantes and wife Victoria, sister Catherine Dimas and husband Jean, brother Pete Sanchez and wife Berlinda. He is also survived by...

Oct 30, 2021

Wesley Gene McCutcheon went to be with the Lord on October 30th, 2021.

A memorial service will be held Friday at 3 pm at the Daniel’s Family Funeral Home, 9420 4th Street, Albuquerque, NM.  Viewing will be prior to the service from 1pm to 3 pm.

Wesley was born on March 2nd, 1980, in Roswell,...

Oct 26, 2021

Reginald Leon a.k.a “Big Dogg,” age 56, passed away Tuesday October 26, 2021 peacefully with his family by his side. Reg was an unforgettable father; grandfather, brother, son, uncle, cousin and friend. In his early years, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corp and proudly served for four years. This devoted Marine called Santa Ana Pueblo, Tamaya, his...

Oct 17, 2021

John Conrad William Stuhlmann Sr. passed away at his residence with loving family by his side on Sunday, October 17, 2021.  He was born on May 17, 1934, in Greensburg, PA to John Conrad William Stuhlmann and Mary Ellen (Slack) Stuhlmann.

He graduated from Greensburg High School in 1952.  While in high school, he became an Eagle...

Oct 13, 2021

Horacio Nieto

Horacio Nieto passed away on Wednesday October 13, 2021 at the age of 74. He was born on February 20, 1947 to Alfonso Nieto and Manuelita Sena in Albuquerque, NM. A viewing will be held on Monday October 25, 2021 beginning at 10:00 AM at Daniels Family Funeral Home located at 9420 4Th St. NW,...

Oct 11, 2021

Arthur Perez passed away peacefully October 11, 2021, in his home in Algodone, NM. He was born May 26, 1951, in Bernalillo, NM, son of Tony and Marcella Perez.

Arthur is survived by his loving wife of 50 years Priscilla Perez. His children, Daniel Perez, wife Roseanna, and Adrian Perez, daughter-in-law Atisha. Cherished Grandchildren Jason Hughes-Perez and...

Oct 6, 2021

Larry Anthony Verdugo, 47, passed away at home on October 6, 2021 after a brief illness. Larry was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico on February 17, 1974.  He graduated from Rio Grande High School and attended the University of New Mexico.  Larry’s greatest passion was art.  After honing his craft in graffiti, he matured into a creative painter and...

Sep 30, 2021

Gurule, Abel Jr, 81, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Thursday, September 30, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Petronelia and Abel Gurule, Sr.; grandson Michael Sanchez; and sister Annie Ortega. Abel is survived by his wife of 58 years, Senaida Gurule of Albuquerque, NM; daughter Debbie Sanchez (husband Kenny);...

Sep 28, 2021

Atilano (Junior) Stevens was born on May 25, 1965, a lifelong resident of Corrales, NM, passed away on September 28, 2021.

He is survived by his mother Sally Stevens; sister Mae Vigil and husband Ray, Stephanie Lovato and husband Danny; niece Danielle Stevens, Ashley Vigil, Nevaeh Aragon; and nephew Daniel C Stevens.

A rosary will...

Sep 26, 2021

Our mom, passed away, Sunday, September 26, 2021. She was a feisty woman who was born in northern New Mexico on November 19, 1931. Senaida was a proud member of the Jicarilla Apache Nation. She was an elder, an aunt and grandma to many. She proudly served in the U.S. Navy. While stationed in Hawaii, she met and married...

Sep 25, 2021

Nuestro querido Esteban Mercado-Rangel, de 21 años de edad, nació en Albuquerque, NM en Agosto 16, 2000, falleció en Septiembre 25, 2021. Esteban tenía un gran corazón siempre listo para ayudar a los necesitados. Tenía una sonrisa que te alegraba el día, y era un gran trabajador y increíblemente inteligente. Esteban era un mariachi, le encantaba tocar la trompeta, él...

Sep 22, 2021

Juan D. Chavez Jr. Passed away on September 22, 2021 from complications of a stroke. He was born on April 30, 1958 to Juan De Dios and Barbara Jean Chavez in Albuquerque. Juan was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Randy, sisters Sandra Ann & Juanita, his brother in-law Robert Casados, and niece Nicole Casados Axt. He...

Sep 19, 2021

Greg Filbert Chavez 40 of Rio Rancho NM passed away September 19, 2021

He is survived by his sons Gregorio and Romeo, daughters Kiona and Faith, grandson Emiliano, Fiancé Mealofa Muenz and brother Al Chavez. Greg was born in Albuquerque NM on 2/20/1981 and resided in Rio Rancho NM.

A memorial service will be held at...

Sep 16, 2021

John David Hedges was born on June 8, 1927 in Lincoln, Nebraska. He died on September 16, 2021 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

John was born and raised on a farm in Nebraska. He enlisted to serve in the United States Army in 1945 where he spent 18 months with the Fourth Army Band. He subsequently attended Nebraska...

Sep 10, 2021

Bobby Medina (The original “I know a guy”), passed away on Friday September 10, 2021 after his battle with cancer. He was born in Cheyenne Wyoming August 11, 1954. He was an Independent Truck Driver at JAAM Trucking. His final days were spent surrounded by his family. He is survived by his loving wife Jennifer, and his children, Alicia...