Jerald "Jerry" LeRoy Baker

December 17, 2024

Jerald LeRoy Baker was born March 6, 1937, in a home near Stennett, Iowa (although he sometimes told us he was born in a manger). His parents LeRoy and Elizabeth Baker raised Jerry and his sisters Joy and Ann in Elliott, Iowa, where Jerry attended high school, competing in football and track and delivering groceries after school. Jerry attended Northwest...

Robert Thomas Lewis

December 17, 2024

Robert Thomas Lewis died December 17, 2024, at home in Rio Rancho, NM. He was born September 2, 1928, in Kansas City, MO. His parents were James O. and Myrtle (Kemper) Lewis. The family lived in Iowa for seven years before moving to Mt. Vernon, MO in 1935.

He is survived by his wife, Idell, of 72 years and...

Jon Peterson

December 16, 2024

Jon A. Peterson (89) passed away December 16, 2024 following a series of illnesses.

Jon moved to Albuquerque in 1951. He attended Highland High School when it opened. Jon joined the US Air Force during the Korean War and served primarily as a technician in development of an early flight simulator. Afterward he worked at Cape Canaveral and in Sunnyvale, CA...

Lorenza Garibay

December 16, 2024

With hearts full of gratitude and love, our beloved mother, sister, and dear friend, Lorenza Bertha Garibay, age 71, entered eternal rest on December 16, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on September 1, 1953, in Mesquite, NM, to Anastacio and Quirina Torres. Bertha worked and retired from the State of New Mexico, and moved to Albuquerque,...

Gloria Potts

December 16, 2024

Gloria Althea Potts passed away peacefully on Dec 16th, 2024. Born on Nov 18, 1936 to Alice Wright Stanley and CR Stanley. She met her future husband, Clair George Potts, on the school bus in Woodsfield, Ohio. They were married on Oct 10, 1954 and started their Air Force life in Hawaii. Other base locations were Pennsylvania, Alabama, Japan, Albuquerque...

Marc Steven Todd

December 16, 2024

In Loving Memory of

Marc Steven Todd

July 8, 1952 - December 16, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Marc Todd on December 16, 2024, at the early age of 72. He died in his home surrounded by his family. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend, Marc leaves behind a legacy of love,...

Betty Griego

December 16, 2024

Betty Griego, 79, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away serenely and peacefully on December 16, 2024, with her children at her side. She was a cherished wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

Her loving husband of 49 years, John P. Griego, preceded her in death, as did her great-granddaughter Kyra and sisters Anita, Irene, and Mary. Despite...

Neta Hazel Reiter

December 15, 2024

Neta Hazel Reiter, aged 79, passed away peacefully on December 15, 2024, at the Heart Hospital, in Albuquerque, NM. Born on August 28, 1945, Neta lived a deeply rooted life around the Puget Sound in Washington state before relocating to Dolores, Colorado in 2021.

Neta graduated from North Thurston High and enjoyed working in the hospitality business before meeting her husband,...

Doug Abrams

December 15, 2024

Doug Abrams, age 69, a servant of the Lord Jesus Christ, and loving husband, father, and grandfather passed away Sunday, December 15, 2024. Doug was a machinist in his professional life but was best known for his servant heart with his church family at New Life Bible Ministries, his compassion for New Mexico mothers with unintended pregnancies, and mentoring men...

Hal Meyer

December 15, 2024

Hal Meyer, born on November 25, 1949, in Washington, D.C., passed away at his home in Edgewood, New Mexico, on December 15, 2024, at the age of 75. He will be remembered for his sharp mind, adventurous spirit, deep love for the natural world, and his limitless stories.

Hal began his working life in humble yet hardworking roles, including as a...

Bernice McLaughlin

December 14, 2024

Bernice was born and raised and spent most of her life in Albuquerque. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt and cousin. Bernice was known as an exceptional cook and talented baker, enthusiastic Bible teacher, and lover of life and people. She worked for many years as an accountant and secretary in her family's business.

Bernice...

Dwane Snider

December 14, 2024

OBITUARY FOR DWANE DUDLEY SNIDER

It is with great sorrow that we announce that Dwane Dudley Snider, age 75, passed away on Saturday December 14, 2024. Dwane was born on July 10, 1949 to Emerson and Erda Snider.

Dwane, affectionally known as "D.D." by his friends and family and "Papa or Grandpa" by his grandchildren, grew up in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He...

Crystal Lynn Gallegos

December 14, 2024

It is with profound sadness, that we announce the passing of Crystal Lynn Gallegos, daughter of Leroy and Kathy Roberson-Gallegos, sister, granddaughter, niece, cousin, as well as an outstanding friend to many. Crystal passed on December 14, 2024, at 41 years old, and as a resident of Belen, New Mexico. She was born on January 18,1983, on Kirtland Air Force...

Ramon Ben Trujillo

December 14, 2024

Ramon Benjamin Trujillo, 89, passed away on December 14, 2024, after a battle with a stroke. He was preceded in death by his mother, Sophia Cordova; father, Benjamin Trujillo; brothers, Joseph and Richard Trujillo; and grandson, Dominic Perea. Ramon is survived by his devoted wife of 62 years, Betty Jean Trujillo; daughter and son-in-law, Christine and Kris Perea; son and...

Sharon Adele Donk

December 14, 2024

Sharon Adele Donk, 90, beloved Mother and Daughter, was called to her eternal resting place on December 14, 2024. She entered this world on May 22, 1934 in Ogden, UT. Born to Bill and Mabel Pingree. Sharon was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Donk and her son, Scott Donk. She is survived by her sons Randy, Ronald and...

Rita Phifer

December 14, 2024

Rita Phifer, age 80, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, and daughter, was called to her eternal resting place on Saturday, December 14, 2024. She entered this world on February 17, 1944, in Albuquerque, NM, born to Carmel and Igenia Vigil.

She is survived by her husband, Donald Phifer MD; daughter, Debbie Allen; son, Robert Trujillo; son, Chris Trujillo; and daughter,...

Jerry Nunn

December 13, 2024

Jerry Nunn, 74, beloved Husband, Father, Son, Father-in-law, and Grandfather, was called to his eternal resting place on December 13, 2024. He entered this world on June 18, 1950 in Okmulgee, OK, born to Frank and Audrey Nunn. He is survived by his sister Edith Winchester; wife Darlene Nunn; daughter Jennifer Box; daughter Meredith Cross; son Samuel Nunn; son-in-law Chris...

Rosetta Weekes

December 13, 2024

Rosetta Weekes passed away on December 13, 2024. She was born on September 30, 1943, in Birmingham, Alabama.

As we celebrate Rosetta's life, we invite family and friends to join in honoring her memory.

A visitation will be held on Friday, December 27, 2024, at 10:00 AM, followed by a funeral service at 11:00 AM at the First Baptist Church of Rio...

Celedon A. Gabaldon

December 13, 2024

Celedon “Sal” A. Gabaldon, born June 12,1938, passed away peacefully on the afternoon of December 13, 2024, two months after his beloved wife, Rosalie J. Gabaldon passed away. He is survived by his daughter Celeste G. Rhoades, daughter Laverne G. Brooks (Brian), brother Premetivo Gabaldon Jr. (Jo), brother Vivian Gabaldon, brother LeRoy Gabaldon (Dorothy), granddaughter Nicole “Nikki” Gabaldon, grandson Isaiah...

Judith "Judy" Lois Tripp

December 13, 2024

Judith "Judy" Lois Tripp age 81, passed away in Albuquerque on Friday, December 13, 2024, in the company of her sisters. Judy was born in 1943 in Albuquerque, N.M. and was a life-long resident. Judy was a fiercely independent, passionate, multi-talented, intelligent woman who loved life and who demonstrated a spirit of adventure in almost everything she did! She overcame...