Feb 8, 2022

David Santos age 53, a resident of Belen, passed away Tuesday, February 8, 2022.

He is survived by his father, Angel Luis Santos and wife Ruby; sons, Andrew and Aaron; and their sister, Adrianna Quintero; and their mother, Estelle Apachito of Belen, NM; brother, Sean Santos and wife Heather; nephews, Theodore and Sawyer of Winter...

Feb 8, 2022

Fernando "Nanding" Buenoabra Sarabillo, age 63, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on Tuesday, February 8, 2022. He passed away surrounded by his loved ones after a 2 1/2 year battle with cancer.

Fernando was born on September 10, 1958 in Panoypoyan Bula, Caminares Sur, Philippines. In 1985, Fernando met his wife, Erlinda in the Philippines and got...

Feb 8, 2022

Grace ("Gay") Betzer Grace Ione Hammond Betzer, age 83, gently passed away on Tuesday, February 8, 2022, her long ordeal with Alzheimer's concluded. Nicknamed Gay, a fitting description of her perennially cheery, smiling and kind soul, she was born on February 22, 1938, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Katharine Rees and John Payne Hammond. She grew up in Tulsa, graduating...

Feb 8, 2022

Our beloved sister passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 8, 2022, at the age of 84. She is survived by her beloved brothers, Richard (Louise) Griego, Joseph (Frances), David, Raymond (Vickie); and sister, Agnes (Jaime) Perez and many nephews, nieces, family and friends.

Rosemary was preceded in death by son, Franklin; and husband, Clemie F. Sanchez; her...

Feb 8, 2022

Mary Nell Knoebel, beloved mother and friend, died Tuesday, February 8, 2022, at her home in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was 86 years old. A lifelong talented artist who loved to quilt, paint, draw, and silversmith, Nell was born on December 4, 1935, in Denver, Colorado, to Blanche (Hanratty) Knoebel and Ferdinand Clark Knoebel. Nell's earliest memories...

Feb 8, 2022

Louis (Lou) Volk Jr., age 87, a loving and devoted husband, a wonderful father, and a super grandfather, passed away in the comforts of his home in the early morning of February 8, 2022. Lou was born on January 27, 1935, in Sidney, Montana. He had a deep faith and was a man of God. He battled...

Feb 7, 2022

James Dewey McLehaney, Jr James Dewey McLehaney, Jr. passed away on Monday, February 7, 2022 at the age of 93. Dewey is survived by his wife, Sherri nee Bogart McLehaney; brother, Thomas McLehaney (Bonnie); cousin, Bill McLehaney (Betty); nephews, Curtis Siegler, Dustin McLehaney, and Brooke McLehaney (Cheyla); and great-nephews, Jacob and Joshua McLehaney. Dewey was preceded in death by...

Feb 7, 2022

Laurence David Willard, 69, passed away on Monday, February 7, 2022. He was born in San Antonio, Texas, September 19, 1952, and worked in aviation as a civil servant across numerous states on several military bases. He was preceded in death by his parents, Laurence V. and Chrystine Willard, former spouse Virlinda A. Hollenbeck, and son Michael...

Feb 7, 2022

Rebecca (Becky) Cordova, age 83, entered into the glory of Jesus Christ on February 7, 2022 in Albuquerque, New Mexico where she was a long time resident. She is preceded in death by her husband, Dennis Cordova; father, Ysidro McKinley; mother, Gregorita McKinley; and sister, Dora Sanchez. She is survived by her children, Kathy (Randy) Baca, Alex (Tania) Cordova,...

Feb 7, 2022

Bobbie Shelton, a preeminent New Mexican background film and television actor, organizer, leader and mentor, passed away Monday night, February 7, 2022, with her family by her side. It was one day after we celebrated her birthday. She was undergoing treatment for cancer.

In recent years, Bobbie dedicated her efforts to the “Background Actors Association...

Feb 6, 2022

Michelle Nunez, 53, beloved wife, sister, mother, and grandmother, was called to her eternal resting place on Sunday, February 6, 2022. She entered this world on August 15, 1968 in Colorado Springs, CO, born to Lupe and Minerva Salcido. Michelle grew up in Phoenix, AZ and moved to Albuquerque, NM in 1994. Michelle served as a 911 dispatcher with...

Feb 6, 2022

Luther Wayne Meadows, age 83, passed away Sunday, February 6, 2022 in Albuquerque, NM. Wayne was born Saturday, October 15, 1938 in Cushing, OK to Richard L and Bessie B (Searcy) Meadows. He graduated from Duncan High School and attended Cameron College, studying Civil Engineering. He joined the U.S. Navy in 1960 and served 10 years as a Corpsman...

Feb 6, 2022

Dolores Trujillo, 63, beloved mother, was called to her eternal resting place on Sunday, February 6, 2022. She entered this world on May 23, 1958 in San Ysidro, NM, born to Nabor and Martha Trujillo. She is survived by her daughter, Veronica Vigil; son, Daniel Vigil; son, Steven Vigil; grandson, Roberto Vigil; sister, Rosemary Garcia; sister, Darlene Trujillo; sister,...

Feb 6, 2022

Albert went to be with our Lord and his wife, Emma, of 74 years on Sunday February 6, 2022.  Albert was born March 5, 1929 in Socorro, New Mexico.

A Rosary, followed by Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, February 15, 2022, beginning at 10:00 a.m. at The Shrine of St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401...

Feb 6, 2022

In loving memory of Florinda Rael (Padilla, Maes) Beloved Wife, Mother and Nana Florinda peacefully passed away and went home to be with our Lord on February 6, 2022, at the age of 91. Born in Santa Fe, NM on August 04, 1930, to Santiago and Rita Padilla. She was adopted by Antonio and Rita Maes upon...

Feb 6, 2022

After a short illness, Cathy died peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, February 6, 2022.

She will be missed by many including her family, friends, co-workers and the numerous students that she has been involved with over her career at the University of New Mexico-Valencia Campus, Albuquerque Technical Vocational Institute and Eastern New Mexico University. Helping her...

Feb 5, 2022

Geraldine Lane Shipler, age 83, was a beautiful, strong, kind, loving person who went to heaven on Saturday, February 5, 2022, in Albuquerque, NM. Gerry was born April 28, 1938, in Ebony, Texas to Carl and Mildred Lane in the same home her mother was born in.

Some of her fondest memories are of her happy childhood...

Feb 5, 2022

Derik Davian Mendoza, age 26, loving father, boyfriend, son, and brother was called to walk with God on Saturday, February, 5, 2022. Derik resided in Albuquerque, NM, where he lived with his girlfriend of five years, Ocean Dodds; and his two children, Brailey Greyson and Azel Davian.

Derik was passionate about music and sports. He embraced adventure....

Feb 4, 2022

Melissa Renee Martinez, "Missy" - Born Monday, August 26, 1991, was called to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, February 4, 2022. Missy was 30 years young. Over her short time on this earth, Missy earned the friendship and respect of anyone who became acquainted with her. In her own calm demeanor, she listened before speaking and...

Feb 3, 2022

Frank B. Menapace Jr, 75 and Rosetta M. Menapace 74 lived their life together as one and on Feb 3, 2022 both entered Heaven as one. They passed away in their home in Albuquerque, New Mexico after a short illness. They were both cremated and will be laid to rest at the Santa Fe National Cemetery with full Military...