Obituaries

Aug 30, 2020

Racheal L. Martinez, age 50, beloved mother, grandmother, daughter, and sister, passed away Sunday, August 30, 2020. She was born in Crownpoint, NM and was a resident of Ojo Encino, NM. Racheal received her Masters Degree in Education from Fort ALewis North Colorado College, and was a Middle School Teacher for the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE).  Some of...

Aug 28, 2020

Emilio Gonzalo Martinez passed away at home on August 28, 2020 at the age of 91 while surrounded by prayer and his loving family

Emilio was affectionately know as "Chalo", dad, grandpa, brother, uncle and cousin to family and friends.  He was born is San Ysidro, NM on April 12, 1929 to Federico and Delfinia Martinez.  He...

Aug 18, 2020

Maria Medina, age 75, beloved wife, mother and grandmother passed away Tuesday, August 18, 2020. She was born in Torreon, Mexico and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM.  Some of Maria's hobbies were spending time with her family, she loved to dance, travel and listen to music.  Maria will be fondly remembered as a kind hearted, loving person who...

Aug 17, 2020

Aaron  Mark Carrillo, age 60, beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother and friend, passed away Monday, August 17, 2020. He was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM.  Aaron enjoyed fishing, camping, watching a good game with the Raiders, Lakers, Dodgers and (USC) Lobos; and enjoying his favorite meal of sea food with his family.

He was preceded...

Aug 17, 2020

Amadeio Gilbert Cotinola, age 54, beloved, husband, father, grandfather, son, brother and friend, went home to be with the Lord on August 17, 2020. Deio was born on April 12, 1966 to his mother Nancy Graeber and late Gilbert "Tiny" Cotinola.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Romulo and Juanita Garcia; nephews, Aaron and Samuel....

Aug 17, 2020

Armelino Lovato, age 91, beloved father and grandfather, passed away peacefully, Monday, August 17, 2020, while surrounded by his loving family.  He was born in San Luis, NM and was a resident of Bernalillo, NM. Armelino was a proud Veteran of the United States Army who served our country during the Korean War.

He was preceded in...

Aug 16, 2020

Maria Antonia "Toni" Qualls, age 86, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister,  passed away peacefully, Sunday, August 16, 2020, while surrounded by her loving family.  Toni was born in Pecos, NM, formerly a resident of Santa Fe and was currently a resident of Albuquerque.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Pablo and Sixta Valencia; children, Debra...

Aug 12, 2020

Louis Anthony Santillanes, age 88, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, August 12, 2020, following a brief illness.

"Tony" as everyone knew him was the founder and operator of the Alameda Mortuary.  He was the first Chief of the Alameda Volunteer Fire Department, and was very involved in the American Legion serving in numerous positions including, Commander, Finance Officer...

Aug 12, 2020

Mario M. Gonzales, age 62, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, August 12, 2020, while surround by his loving family.

Mario was born in Roswell, NM and was a resident of Rio Rancho, NM.  Mario graduated in 1977 from Santa Fe High School, then joined the United States Army.  He retired from the...

Aug 11, 2020

Robert Jaramillo, age 85, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully at his home Tuesday, August 11, 2020, while surrounded by his loving family and friends.  He was born in Guadalupe, NM and was a resident of Albuquerque.  Robert was the owner and operator of Robert's Barber Shop,  located on the corner of 4th Street and...

Aug 9, 2020

Ruthe Charlie Oselio, age 94, passed away peacefully Sunday, August 9, 2020.  Ruthe was born to the late James Charlie and Nellie Antelope in Starr Valley, NV on May 2, 1926.  She attended Boulder grade School in Starr Valley. Later the family moved to Wells so she could attend Wells High School where Ruthe graduated in 1944.  Then Ruthe...

Aug 3, 2020

Benita "Bennie" Garcia, age 86, resident of Los Lentes, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 3, 2020.  Benita was a loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, nana (grandmother), great-grandmother, and great-great grandmother.  Benita was a beautiful soul who enjoyed making homemade jelly, singing in the church choir, gardening, writing stories and making lovely quilts.  She also delighted in the beauty...

Aug 3, 2020

Antonio "Tony" Ramon Vaquera, age 71, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully, Monday, August 3, 2020.   He was born in Garfield, NM and was a resident of Algodones, NM.  Tony enjoyed playing golf.

He was preceded in death by his parents Esquio and Eva Vaquera; his siblings, Esequio, Jr., Veda, May and Abel.

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Jul 30, 2020

Jose Clemente "Clem" Gutierrez, age 77, beloved brother, father and grandfather, passed away Thursday, July 30, 2020.  He was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM.

Clem is survived by his siblings, Fred Gutierrez and wife Lydia, Lina Doukas, Eloisa Padilla, Elly Gutierrez and wife Phyllis, Ricky Gutierrez and wife Lupe; his loving daughter, Julie Rael and husband...

Jul 25, 2020

Laura J. Montoya, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and sister, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 25, 2020.  Laura was born in Jemez Springs, NM and attended Bernalillo High School.  She later moved to Albuquerque with her husband Amadeo to raise their family.  Laura loved fishing trips with her husband, and was a talented seamstress and cook. ...

Jul 21, 2020

Jerry Michael Keller Our beloved Jerry passed away at his family home Tuesday, July 21st, peacefully and in his sleep.  A kind and loving person to all, my father shared faith, unity and happiness with countless people in his lifetime.  His appreciation for the beauty of nature was only matched by the love he held in his heart for...

Jul 21, 2020

Mary "Bessie" Gutierrez, age 67, beloved daughter and sister, passed away peacefully Tuesday, July 21, 2020, while surrounded by her loving family. Bessie was a lifelong resident of Placitas, NM.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Espracio Leroy Gutierrez; and father, Clotario Gutierrez.  Bessie is survived by her loving mother, Beatrice Gutierrez; sisters, Geraldine Escarcida...

Jul 18, 2020

Isabel Rose Carabajal, age 72, beloved wife, mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully, Saturday, July 18, 2020.  She was a lifelong resident of Bernalillo, NM.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Felipe and Ignacita Perea; daughter, Rose Carabajal; grandson, Michael Themoke; and brother, Benny Perea. Isabel is survived by her husband of 55 years,  James...

Jul 17, 2020

Bessie Jarmaillo, age 89, beloved and devoted mother, grandmother and sister was called to her final resting place by our Lord Jesus Christ on Friday, July 17, 2020; two weeks away from turning 90.  Bessie was born in Jemez Springs, NM on July 31, 1930; she was the first of 13 children. Bessie and Melecio were married on August...

Jul 12, 2020

Albert James Maez, age 46, beloved father, son, brother, and uncle, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, July 12, 2020.  He was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque.  Albert enjoyed riding is bike and spending time with his family and friends.

He is survived by his loving son, Noah Maes; his mother, Lucinda "Lucy" Maez; sister, Isabelle Maez; brothers, Mike...