Carolyn Hinken, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away on March 18, 2025. Carolyn was born in Omaha, Nebraska to Ferdinand and Elsie Reinick on September 13, 1942. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing from St. Lukes Nursing School in Denver, Colorado in 1963. While in Denver, she met Bob Hinken and they were married on April...
Dora passed away peacefully at her home on March 18th, 2025 at the age of 93.
She was born in Corona, New Mexico to Pete and Estefanita Nuñez.
Dora met and married Fidel Saiz in Corona, New Mexico in 1951 they were married for 69 years and in that time they welcomed their 9 children, numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.
While Fidel was...
In Loving Memory of Mrs. Bich-Ngoc Thi Ta
With deep sadness and sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, Mrs. Bich-Ngoc Thi Ta, also known as Mrs. Ngoc Ta. She was born on January 12, 1945, in Quang Ngai, Vietnam.
Her youth was marked by elegance, cheerfulness, and a vibrant spirit. Widely regarded as one...
Danielle Lee Baltz (Gates), age 53, peacefully passed away at her home in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, on Monday, March 17, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. She will be deeply missed as a devoted wife and mother, cherished friend, and passionate educator.
Danielle was born on January 15, 1972, in Grand Island, Nebraska, to Allen and Glenda Joy Gates. She...
“He’s the smartest man I know,” shared his son, Jerry Lessard. We call him “Grandpa Google” because he usually knows the answer if you ask him a question. Daryle Lessard was also a man who was never afraid of hard work - our “MacGyver” - because he could fix anything…and always did it with a smile.
If you were looking for...
TiaJuana "TJ" Harris, 98, a long time resident of Albuquerque, beloved sister, wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, and a proud citizen of the Chickasaw Nation, passed away peacefully after a long and fulfilling life on March 17, 2025. She entered this world on October 19, 1926 in Rosedale, OK, a place she always talked fondly of.
TJ married the...
Janice passed away on March 17, 2025. She was born on June 24, 1949, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Raymond and Virginia Delker. She graduated from Bay View High School in Milwaukee and worked at Park Bank for 20 years.
She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, James Delker and her first husband, Alan Myszewski. She is survived by...
Robert J. Gallegos, 81, beloved husband, Dad, Papa, and son, was called to his eternal resting place on March 17, 2025. He was born on April 25, 1943 in Albuquerque, NM, to Marcial and Dolores Gallegos. He is survived by his son Ronny Gallegos and daughter-in-law Jenelle Gallegos, his daughter Judi Neish and son-in-law Will Neish, granddaughters Ava, Lila, and...
With profound sadness, we announce the untimely passing of Donna Margaret Schachtner on March 16, 2025.
Donna is preceded in death by her beloved parents, Don and Alice Tirey. She is survived by her loving husband of 45 years, Dean; sons, Justin (Jolene) and Ryan (Andrea); grandchildren, Emma, Lucas and Ethan; and sisters Peggy Holland (Tim) and Michelle Tirey.
Donna was born...
In Loving Memory of Hector Hidalgo
February 7, 1941 – March 16, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Hector Hidalgo, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He left this world on March 16, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and unwavering dedication to his family. Though we grieve his loss, we find comfort in knowing that...
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Esther Leonla Baca born on September 7, 1952, in Socorro, New Mexico. Esther left this world on Sunday, March 16, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.
Esther was a beautiful soul both inside and out. She loved life fiercely and lived every moment with Grace laughter, and a little bit...
Sondra Lynn Stockton left to soar with the angels at a beautiful sunset on March 16,2025.
She was welcomed to heaven by her late soul mate Sidney Stockton, her late Brother Greg Reed, her late Father Cliff Reed, her late Mother Vickie Wiltse, and late Bonus Dad Myrle Wiltse.
She was born in Raton NM on November 25, 1954, and resided in...
Raphael (Ralph) Herrera, 94, beloved Father, Grandfather, Great-Grandfather, and Friend, was called to his eternal resting place on March 16, 2025. He entered this world on October 25, 1930, in Albuquerque, NM, born to Antonio and Maria (Ortiz) Herrera. He had 11 brothers and sisters. He attended grade school at University Heights School in Albuquerque, then went on to Jefferson...
Matthew Thompson is survived by his loving wife Teresa, his children Megan and Christopher, his three step-children, Derek, Ashlee, and Monica, and was known as "Papa" to his multiple grandchildren. He is also survived by his mother, Barbara, sister Kristin and stepmother, Kathleen . He passed away on March 16, 2025. Born on August 2, 1962, Matt lived a life...
Jaysean T. Zamora Boyer was born on June 07, 2010 and was taken at the age of 14 on March 15, 2025 from asthma complications.
Jaysean was known to make people smile and laugh with his sarcasm and dark humor. He loved to cook and in his free time you'd find him playing his guitar , learning a new riff or...
Brenda Lee Thompson, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2025, at the age of 83. She is rejoicing in her heavenly home.
Born on November 11, 1941, in Birmingham, Alabama, Brenda graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in Jacksonville, Florida, in 1959. She married her high school sweetheart, Clark G....
Dale Schafer, 89, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2025. Dale was born on August 22, 1935, in Chicago, Illinois, to George H. and Winifred (Maxine) Schafer.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Sylvia; his children, Darby, Ken, and Leslie; his siblings, Carol Sue, Merl, and Gary; his seven grandchildren: Tyler, Zane, and Nora (Darby); Kesic and...
Juanita Houidobre, Age 94, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on March 14, 2025, surrounded by loving family.
Juanita was born July 18th, 1930 in New Orleans, Louisiana, the daughter of Peter Joseph Giovengo and Marie Loretta [Chavez] Giovengo.
Juanita graduated from High School in 1947.
Juanita [Giovengo] married Randal Houidobre on September 4, 1948 in New Orleans, Louisiana. They were married for...
Lois Ada Kulosa, born in Upland, California was a loving wife and mother to her family. She is survived by her sister, Margret, daughter, Carolyn Goff, son, Kenneth Kulosa, granddaughter, Amber Goff, great-granddaughter, Aubryelle MacKay-Goff, and great-grandson, Adyn MacKay-Goff. Lois was preceded in death by her daughter, Susan Kulosa, parents, Mr. And Mrs. George Davidson Grant; brothers, Dave and Richard;...
**Celebrating the Life of Donald Vern ("Don") Smiset**
**January 10, 1943 - March 2025**
March 2025 marked the completion of an extraordinary journey for Donald Vern ("Don") Smiset, a journey that began 82 years ago.
When the end comes and nothing can be added or taken away, we gain perspective and see the consistent pattern of a life-a total revelation of all-of-a-piece. In...