Obituaries

Aug 12, 2023

David León Mondragón, age 51, beloved father, son, brother, and friend to an incredible array of people, passed away August 15, 2023.  David was known for his charming personality, his mad guitar and cooking skills, his warm smile, and his ability to engage with anyone and brighten their day. A graduate of Valley High School and the...

Aug 12, 2023

Mary "Loretta" Herrera loving mother, grandmother and nana went home to the loving arms of Our Lord on Saturday, August 12, 2023. Loretta was an amazing cook and was known for her famous tamales and natillas. Loretta was born Monday, January 19, 1948, the only child of Josie "Fefa" Herrera and Merjildo Herrera. Loretta is survived by...

Aug 11, 2023

Philip H. Watkins, Jr., MD, was mercifully and graciously taken home to his Savior on August 11, at the age of 76. Phil was born on October 26,1946, in Kansas City, Missouri. He is preceded in death by his parents, Philip H. Watkins, Sr., and his mother, Helen Doherty Watkins. He is survived by his wife of nearly 50...

Aug 11, 2023

Bette Louise Bachand Foster was born in Albuquerque on Thursday, July 7, 1955. She passed away peacefully in her home, honoring her final wishes on Friday, August 11, 2023. Bette is survived by her brother Richard Bachand (and spouse Patsy); two children, Mahalia (and partner Jill) and Jarrod (and partner Michelle);and granddaughters Kayia and Aria.

Aug 11, 2023

Duane Erwin Walker 82, was born on January 27, 1941, and died on August 11, 2023, after a long, hard- fought battle with Parkinson’s . He was predeceased by his parents, Fred and Estilene Walker, and Eldon Walker, cherished nephew. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Mary Ann Walker, and his daughter, Lisa Walker....

Aug 11, 2023

Tish passed away at her home on Friday, August 11, 2023 after a brief illness.  She was born Patricia Elizabeth Woodard to her parents Woody and Gretchen over 78 years ago.  Her parents; her two brothers Ron and Dennis; and her son Marcus preceded her in death. Tish is survived by her husband, Tom; and their four...

Aug 11, 2023

John A. Lewin, age 94, a resident of Albuquerque since 1960 passed away peacefully at home on Friday, August 11, 2023.

John is survived by Eileen, his wife of 70 years; three daughters, a son-in-law, six grandchildren, and five great-grandsons, enjoying them all through the years. He was preceded in death by one son and a granddaughter....

Aug 11, 2023

Charles Harold Davis was born on April 14, 1942, to his parents Harold and Dora Amelia Davis. He passed away with his children by his side on Friday, August 11, 2023, to join his wife of over 52 years, Suzanne.

Charles was raised in San Diego, California with his younger sister, Sharon. Growing up he participated in...

Aug 10, 2023

Karen Campbell Mick, age 85, passed away on August 10, 2023. Karen was born at home in Belen, New Mexico. She is preceded in death by her parents, Dewitt and Helen Campbell, her husband David E Mick and infant son David Mark. Karen's family moved around a bit in her childhood and she lived in Belen, Nambe,...

Aug 9, 2023

Rochelle Lari, 66, peacefully took the next step of her journey on August 9, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Rochelle was born on November 6, 1956, in Las Vegas, NM, to Frank T. and Angelina Gurule. Rochelle graduated from Del Norte High School (1974), and University of New Mexico with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education (1982)....

Aug 9, 2023

Jefferson Davis Dulaney IV, our beloved husband, father and brother, passed away on Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at the age of 67.

Jeff loved education. He felt learning should be an individualized experience and endeavored to adapt his style of teaching to each class or student. His approach touched the hearts of hundreds of students over his...

Aug 9, 2023

Marybeth Perez Soto passed quietly on Wednesday Aug 9, 2023. She was born February 27, 1956 in Evergreen Park, Illinois to Barbara Louise (Burrell) Lipinski and Roman John Lipinski. Marybeth competed horses from the early 1970s, taking her horse to Reserve Champion Illinois Jumper of the Year, 1974. She continued riding at Sweet Briar College while obtaining...

Aug 9, 2023

Louise I. Teupell, 79, a resident of Tijeras since 1979, died August 9, 2023. She is survived by her children, Russell Lucero of Albuquerque, Yvette Teupell and husband Jose Regalado of Tijeras, Trey Teupell and wife Joetta of Albuquerque, Daughter-in-Law Ida Lucero of Moriarty; grandchildren Diandra Montano and husband Derrick of Surprise, AZ, Justin Lucero and wife Ashlea of...

Aug 9, 2023

Charles Richard "Rick" Akins, born August 16, 1947, in Tulsa, OK, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 9, 2023, in Rio Rancho, NM, at the age of 75. Rick was the son of Earl and Cleo Akins. He graduated from Memorial High School in 1965 and furthered his education at the Oklahoma School of Business, majoring in Accounting. In...

Aug 8, 2023

Sandra Dorine (Galloway) Garcia, 81, of Albuquerque, passed in her home on Tuesday, August 8, 2023, surrounded by loving family. She was born in Springer, NM, daughter of Louise and Bob Galloway. At 6 weeks old, she and her parents moved to Albuquerque's north valley. She and her two sisters, Shirley Reiger and Peggy Wheeler, grew up...

Aug 8, 2023

Daniel Edward Boyle Jr., at the age of 92, went home to the Lord peacefully with his 2 daughters by his side on Tuesday, August 8, 2023. Ed was born in Pueblo Colorado, to Daniel and Claire Boyle, and attended New Mexico Military Institute in Roswell, NM, where he received his army commission in May 1953, as...

Aug 7, 2023

Joseph Eugene Romero, 78, beloved brother, father, uncle, and grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend was called to his eternal resting place on Monday, August 7, 2023. He entered this world on Saturday, December 2, 1944 in Clovis, NM, born to Eugene and Isabella Romero. He was the first born of six children. He is survived by his wife...

Aug 7, 2023

Our loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Prebble R. Alcon, 85, entered heaven’s gates, passing peacefully with her family at her side on August 7, 2023. Prebble was born in Bethany, OK on June 1, 1938 to Edith (Moore) and PR Lakey. Soon thereafter, the family relocated to NM where she was raised and remained for the...

Aug 7, 2023

Charles E. Sr. (Charlie) was born in 1927 in Milroy, West Virginia. We lost this gentle soul on Monday, August 7, 2023. He was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Virginia, his true soul mate and the love of his life. He was also preceded in death by his son, Charles E. Williams, Jr.;...

Aug 6, 2023

Bobbie Lynn Santo Smith, 84, of Belen New Mexico, was reunited with her loved ones who preceded her in death, on Sunday, August 6, 2023. Bobbie was born in Peralta, NM on Sunday, March 26, 1939 to Judson Lynn Santo and Winnie Mable Miles. Her family owned a dairy farm in Peralta, where she grew up. She...