Obituaries

Sep 29, 2019

Maria Ines Fought, age 87, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister,  passed away peacefully, Sunday, September 29, 2019.  She was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM. Maria was known as and referred to by so many as "grandma".

She was preceded in death by her parents, Placido Lucero and Rosalia Griego; her husband, George Fought; daughter, Lucille Fought;...

Sep 24, 2019

Sarah Maestas, age 84, beloved sister, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, September 24, 2019.  She was born in Cleveland, NM and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM.  Sarah enjoyed quilting, patchwork, painting and ceramics.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Alejandro and Isabel Maestas; sisters, Estella Sanchez and Lucia Rorex.

Sarah is survived by...

Sep 21, 2019

Ralph E. Martinez, age 61, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away Saturday, September 21, 2019.  He was born in Santa Fe, NM and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM.  Ralph served his country in the United States Army.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Luisa Martinez.  Ralph is survived by wife...

Sep 10, 2019

Dean Wilken Rose, age 81, beloved husband, father, grandfather, passed away Tuesday, September 10, 2019. He was born in Greenfield, OH and was a resident of Rio Rancho, NM. Dean was the owner and operator of Rosedale Enterprises in Albuquerque, NM.

Dean is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Barbara Ann Rose; five children; 15...

Sep 2, 2019

Daniel Roybal, age 70, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away Monday, September 2, 2019.  He was born in Las Vegas, NM and was a resident of Bernalillo, NM.

He  is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Lydia Roybal; his children, Christina, Steve, Kathy and husband Felix, Mike and wife Amber; 15 grandchildren; and nine...

Aug 31, 2019

Beatrice (Bea) Gurule Aragon (forever 29) a lifetime resident of Alameda, passed away Saturday, August 31, 2019 after a short illness, while surrounded by her loving family. Bea had a passion for shopping and was on a first name basis with almost every sales clerk at Macy’s, Dillard’s and JCPenney’s. She retired from Sun Country Industries and went on...

Aug 29, 2019

Paul Gallegos, age 51, beloved husband, father, and brother, left this earth to complete his journey with the Lord, Thursday, August 29, 2019.  He was born in Denver, CO and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM.  Paul had a big heart, he was kind and always willing to help his family and friends.  Paul's true passion was working on...

Aug 23, 2019

Orlando G. Duran, age 82, beloved father, grandfather and brother was embraced by the Lord and taken to Eternal Life, Friday, August 23, 2019.  He was born in Albuquerque, NM, was a member of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, and a member of the SNMN2MDMP #2 Society of New Mexico.  He retired from the Albuquerque Fire...

Aug 22, 2019

Bernadette Garcia, age 50, beloved mother, daughter, sister and grand-daughter was called to her heavenly home Thursday, August 22, 2019. She was born in Los Angeles, CA on November 26, 1968, and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM.  Bernadette graduated from Cibola High School in 1986 and was employed by Sun Soft Corp for 15 years.  Bernadette enjoyed fishing,...

Aug 19, 2019

Romeo M. Duran March 15, 1927 - August 19, 2019

It is with heavy hearts and deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend, Romeo M. Duran, age 92, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.  Romeo was born on March 15, 1927 in Albuquerque to Meliton and Nora...

Aug 15, 2019

Christine Bernadette Lovato, age 64, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt was called by our Lord to her heavenly home to join her parents and siblings on Thursday, August 15, 2019.  Christine was born on July 28, 1955 and was a lifelong resident of Pena Blanca, NM, where she was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic...

Aug 15, 2019

Teodoro "Ted" Casaus, (Ret. Navy-CPO)

Teodoro "Ted" Gilbert Casaus, age 86, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully, Thursday, August 15, 2019, while surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Jemez Springs, NM and was a resident of Bernalillo, NM.  Ted was a proud Veteran of the United States Navy, who...

Aug 13, 2019

Jose "Chano" Eugenio Maez, was born on February 28, 1934 in Coyote, NM and was a resident of Bernalillo, NM.  Chano went home to be with our Lord, Tuesday, August 13, 2019. He was a member of Our Lady of Sorrows and of the Knights of Columbus Council # 7633.

He was preceded in death by his...

Aug 12, 2019

Frank Garcia, a lifelong resident of Bernalillo, passed away peacefully, on August 12, 2019.  He was born in Bernalillo to Tomasita and Epiemenio Garcia on August 30, 1943. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Virginia; his children, Veronica and husband Jeff Padilla, Janet, and Aaron; grandson, Ryan, whom he considered a son.  Also surviving are his...

Aug 9, 2019

Gloria Garcia, age 75, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister,  passed away peacefully Friday, August 9, 2019, while surround by her loving family. She was born on April 22, 1944 in Albuquerque, NM and was a resident of Bernalillo, NM. Gloria enjoyed crocheting, cooking, and especially spending time with her grandkids.  Gloria was blessed with the gift of hospitality, anyone...

Aug 3, 2019

Jaime Everardo Saenz, age 43, beloved son and brother, passed away unexpectedly,  Saturday, August 3, 2019.  He was born in Elgin, IL on November 1, 1975, and was a resident of Sandia Park, NM. Jaime enjoyed hunting, fly fishing, painting and writing.

Jaime is survived by his loving parents, Everado Saenz and Rosa Amelia Espaza of Elgin,...

Aug 2, 2019

Juan S. Garcia, age 85, beloved and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother passed away peacefully, Friday, August 2, 2019, while surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Guadalupe, NM, and was resident of Albuquerque, NM. Juan was a member of Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church in Alameda.  Juan worked for various employers, but his...

Jul 31, 2019

Jose F. Martinez of Placitas passed away at his home on July 31 after a long battle with Multiple Myeloma.

He was born in Bernalillo, NM, on April 16, 1944 to the late Miguel and Barbarita Martinez.  Jose graduated from Our Lady of Sorrows High School in Bernalillo and earned a degree in Computer Science from Pasadena...

Jul 25, 2019

Alfonso "AL" Cordova, age 53, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away unexpectedly,  Thursday, July 25, 2019.  He was born in Las Vegas, NM and was a resident of Rio Rancho, NM.  Al graduated from Valley High School in 1984.  He was employed by Estes Express Lines for 21 years.  Al enjoyed camping, spending time with family and friends...

Jul 25, 2019

Deluvina Maria Garcia, 92, passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2019 at her daughter Roberta’s (Clarence) home surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was born in Ponderosa, NM on March 1, 1927, to the late Patrocinia and Jose Angel Flores.

Deluvina married Juan Garcia on December 26, 1944; last year they celebrated 75 years of...