All Obituaries

Sharon Elizabeth Ellis, age 72, died Saturday, July 4, 2020. A Celebration of Life will be held on Monday, September 28, 2020, 10:00 a.m. at FRENCH – University.

Miles Crawford Sparks, 25, beloved brother, son, family member, and friend, was called to his eternal resting place on April 8, 2020. He entered this world on December 17, 1994, in Bitburg, Germany, born to Don and Sara Sparks. He is survived by his mother, Sara Sparks; sisters, Alexis Wild and Desiree Sparks; and grandfather, Don H. Sparks. He was proceeded in death by his father, Don W. Sparks; grandmothers, Capitola Lentz and Minnie (Jackie) Sparks; and grandfather, Harold Lentz. Miles...

Ima Jean Wiseman, age 94, loving mother and grandmother passed away at her home on Tuesday, August 4, 2020. Ima Jean was known for her love of her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alzo; her mother and father; three sisters; and two brothers. She is survived by her daughters, Babara Stufft and husband Allen of Albuquerque, Diantha Schreffler and husband Dale of Tijeras, and Janice Pobanz of Los Lunas; grandchildren, Robert and Roxana Stufft, Phillip Stufft, Anika Stufft and...

Ross Patrick Armijo Sr, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 27, 2020 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Ross was born to Patsy (Limon) and Ross Armijo on Monday, March 13, 1950 in Albuquerque. He was pre-deceased by his parents Ross and Patsy Armijo, and sister, Vivian Armijo-Cordova and stepfather, Clyde Partch. He is survived by his life-partner of 22 years, Nina Klastorin; daughter, Monica Montano and husband Nevin; grandchildren, Jazmyn, Breana, Nevin Jr., and Destiny;...

MATTHEW DAVID REITZEL May 29, 1991 – August 4, 2020 Our beloved son and brother, Matthew David Reitzel, passed away on Tuesday, August 4, 2020 from a fast and overwhelming blood infection that took our strong and powerful Cowboy.   He was twenty-nine years old, and full of dreams.  Matthew was ambitious, hard-working, and passionate about cattle ranching, nature and the great outdoors, his family, friends and LIFE. Matthew, known to most as “Matt,” was...

Nelson Pacheco died peacefully at home on Monday, August 3, 2020. His wife Vickie and sons, Joseph and Carlos were at his side. More than 65 years ago, a very young Nelson Pacheco made the move to Albuquerque away from his family in Penasco, NM. Maybe it was the allure of the big city and its opportunities, or more likely it was the allure of a certain young woman named Vickie that brought him to Albuquerque. Vickie became the love of his life, his wife of 65 years, and mother of his six...

Nancie L. Jahn, 90, passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2020. She is survived by her daughters, Alice Glasgow and husband James, Beth Wheeler and husband Butch; grandchildren, Jennifer Buford and husband Cody, Justin Wheeler; five great-grandchildren; and several other family and friends. Mrs. Jahn was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest. Nancie was a life-long member of the Rebeckah Lodge, retired from The Broadway after many years as credit manager, and loved spending time with Ernest at...

Leona Jones of Amarillo, New Mexico passed away on Tuesday, August 4, 2020.  Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.

  Dolores Olivas, age 91, passed away peacefully in her home on Saturday, July 25, 2020, surrounded by her children and family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Manuel; son-in-law, Jack Dawson; grandchildren, Sonya Olivas and Randy Mondragon; as well as other extended family members. Dolores is survived by her seven children, Andres Olivas and wife, Verena Olivas, Manuel Olivas and wife, Donna Olivas, Felix Olivas and wife, Gloria Olivas, Marie Griego and husband, Mike Griego,...

Gilbert Manuel Garcia A Veteran of the US Navy September 28, 1931–April 4, 2020 Gilbert, a devout Catholic, a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, age 88, passed away peacefully in his home in Albuquerque NM on Saturday, April 4, 2020. Left to honor Gilbert is his wife of 64 years, Gloria; his three children, Gilbert Garcia Jr., Sandra (William) Mora, Margaret (Paul) Mares; grandchildren, Sabrina Garcia, Shavanah (Marcelo) Moya, Jordan Garcia, Dominic...