Albert L. McNiel

Albert L. McNiel

Jun 6, 2020

Albert L. McNiel, aka "Mac", 79, passed away peacefully Saturday, June 6, 2020, with his wife at his side.

He was born in Brownfield, TX. Saturday, September 14, 1940, but always claimed New Mexico as his home.

Albert and his siblings had an adventurous early life, residing in railroad car living quarters on site at...

Michael "Mikey" Betz, Jr

Michael "Mikey" Betz, Jr

Jun 6, 2020

Our precious little angel, Michael “Mikey” Betz Jr., age 7, from Albuquerque, NM, went with the Lord on Saturday, June 6, 2020. He was a friendly, kind child. No matter if it was the first time meeting you or the millionth, he showed you so much love. He was full of energy, and smiled and laughed every moment he...

Betty Joyce Painter

Betty Joyce Painter

Jun 6, 2020

Betty Joyce Painter passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, June 6, 2020, surrounded by her loving family after a long and courageous battle with COPD. Betty was born on June 2, 1931 to Cleo and Charlie Maio in Raton, NM. She is survived by her children, Larry Painter (Terry) and Sheryl Namm (Rick); her grandchildren, Gayle...

Sarah Manzanares

Sarah Manzanares

Jun 6, 2020

Sarah Manzanares, a long-time resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away of natural causes on Saturday, June 6, 2020, in her home surrounded by her family.

Sarah was preceded in death by her husband, Perfecto Manzanares. She is survived by her children, Wanda Van Norman and her husband, David of Florida, John Manzanares and his wife, Barbara of...

Christian Zacharia Oritz

Christian Zacharia Oritz

Jun 5, 2020

Christian Z Ortiz, age 19, entered into heaven on Friday, June 5, 2020. He was an engaging young man who, even as a little boy, had a smile that would take you to another place. Christian was a kind and giving person. He always wanted to help anyone and everyone he could even if he knew it would be...

Ruby Evalyn Seward

Ruby Evalyn Seward

Jun 5, 2020

Ruby Evalyn Seward, age 82, passed away on Friday, June 5, 2020. She will be dearly missed. Mass will be celebrated Friday, June 12, 2020, 10:30 a.m., at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Rd., Rio Rancho 87124. For information regarding the Rosary and Committal Service at Santa Fe National Cemetery, please contact the family directly.

Mary Ruth Turner-Thomas

Mary Ruth Turner-Thomas

Jun 5, 2020

Mary Turner-Thomas, age 75, dedicated mother and mamma who loved her family dearly, passed away, Friday, June 5, 2020 in Albuquerque, NM.  Mary was known for her amazing strength, her unconditional love, and her dedication to her family.  We can’t forget her feistiness, her youthful sense of humor, and her good ol’ hillbilly hospitality.

She is survived...

Mei-Jui "Maggie" Lee Lin

Mei-Jui "Maggie" Lee Lin

Jun 5, 2020

Mei-Jui Lin, age 72, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully in the company of loved ones on the evening of Friday, June 5, 2020. Mei-Jui Lin was one of five children to Ah-Show and Chin-Kang Lee born Saturday, September 20, 1947. She was raised in Taipei, Taiwan where she met and married her husband, Yau...

Lita Marie Fresquez Sanchez

Lita Marie Fresquez Sanchez

Jun 5, 2020

Lita Marie Fresquez Sanchez, age 81, was taken to Paradise by her Angels on Friday, June 5, 2020, after a long and debilitating illness. She is now free from pain and discomfort. She lived all of her adult life in Albuquerque and enjoyed driving vacations to areas near and far. One of her favorite pastimes was playing the slot...

Thomas Scott Tennyson

Thomas Scott Tennyson

Jun 5, 2020

Thomas Scott Tennyson was called to his eternal resting place on Friday, June 5, 2020 in Albuquerque, NM.

He entered this world on July 16, 1963 in Washington, DC, born to Glenda and George Tennyson.   He grew up in Maryland until moving to Albuquerque, NM during his high school years.  He graduated from Eldorado High...

Charles Joseph Loftus Sr.

Charles Joseph Loftus Sr.

Jun 5, 2020

Charles Joseph Loftus Sr., 78, beloved husband and father, was called to his eternal resting place on Friday, June 5, 2020. He entered this world on August 2, 1941 in Raton, NM, born to Thomas and Anna Mae Loftus. He is survived by his wife, Sheryl Loftus; daughter, Cindy Paiz; son, Charles Loftus; daughter, Marcianna Howard; daughter, Leah Wagner;...

Mary "Sharon" Janecka

Mary "Sharon" Janecka

Jun 4, 2020

Mary “Sharon” Janecka age 79, of Albuquerque, passed away in her home on Thursday, June 4, 2020.

She was born Saturday, September 21, 1940 to William “Bill” and Bonnie Violet (Ragan) Stockton in Clovis, NM. Her family homestead in Curry & Quay County NM in 1901. Sharon was a dear friend to many, giving freely...

Richard William Tavelli

Richard William Tavelli

Jun 4, 2020

Richard William Tavelli was one of those people that everybody knew. He passed peacefully with his wife of 45 years, Loretta, his son, Andy, and daughter, Larissa with her husband, Nick, by his side. Andy's wife, Kelly, and his four children, along with countless others, were with him in spirit. As he slipped these surly bonds, his favorite band,...

Francisco Urrea Jr.

Francisco Urrea Jr.

Jun 4, 2020

Francisco Urrea Jr. passed away Thursday morning, June 4, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, Francisco Urrea and Rosalia Duran Urrea; his four sisters, Maria Chamberlain, Isabel Mondragon, Emilia Santillanes, and Carmen Christian; and his son, Matthew. He is survived by his wife, Alberta C. Urrea of 63 years; and his six children, Trey, Tessa, Tina,...

Dimitrios Aristedes Pappas

Dimitrios Aristedes Pappas

Jun 4, 2020

Dr. Dimitrios A. Pappas, 82 passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2020. He died peacefully in his home surrounded by his family. He was born in Berwyn, IL on Thursday, December 16, 1937, and moved to Albuquerque in 1948. He graduated from UNM with a BS in Science, received his DDS from Marquette University School of Dentistry,...

Michael Peter Rossi

Michael Peter Rossi

Jun 3, 2020

Please join us; Michael’s family as we celebrate the life of Michael Peter Rossi as he has returned in glory to our Lord on Wednesday, June 3, 2020.

Michael was born and raised in the Bronx, New York. He graduated high school and immediately enlisted in the United States Navy at age of 18. In the military,...

Jaime Valenzuela

Jaime Valenzuela

Jun 3, 2020

Jaime Valenzuela of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away on Jun 3, 2020. He will be laid to rest at Sunset Memorial Park.

Jaime Valenzuela, de Albuquerque, Nuevo México, falleció el 3 de junio de 2020. Será enterrado en Sunset Memorial Park

Raymond Christian Romero

Raymond Christian Romero

Jun 3, 2020

Raymond Christian Romero age 56 passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 3, 2020, in the presence of his family. Raymond was born to the late Christian Walter Romero and Flaminia Romero on June 12, 1963 in Greeley, CO. At a young age he moved from colorful Colorado to The Land of Enchantment, the place where he would call home....

Mary Louise Holmquist

Mary Louise Holmquist

Jun 2, 2020

Louise Holmquist, age 80, passed away peacefully to meet her Lord Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, June 2, 2020, in Albuquerque, NM. She was preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Elsie Holmquist. Louise was born in St. Paul, MN, on January 11, 1940, and grew up in Northfield, MN, where her father was a Biology Professor...

Benigno "B A" Rodriguez

Benigno "B A" Rodriguez

Jun 2, 2020

Benigno Amos Rodriguez, 88, entered eternal rest Tuesday, June 2, 2020.

He was a hard working family man who was respected by many in the oil fields as well as his church. B A is one of eight children, was born in Blanco, NM to Rose and Manuel Rodriguez and was raised by his grandmother,...