Obituaries

Samantha Sabrina Martinez

Sep 13, 2020

Samantha "Sami" Sabrina Martinez, beloved wife, mommy, daughter, granddaughter, auntie and sister, born on May 20, 1992, was called to be with her family in her eternal resting place on Sunday, September 13, 2020.

Sami is preceded in death by her father, David Atler, her paternal Grandfather, Dominic Atler, and her two uncles, Damien and Desiderio "Desi"...

Terry Don Rains

Sep 13, 2020

Terry Don Rains, 82, went to be with the Lord on Sunday September 13, 2020 in Albuquerque after an unrelenting battle with Alzheimer's disease. He was born January 18, 1938 in Roswell, NM to Guy (aka Jack) and Mildred (Wilhite) Rains. He lived in Roswell for a few years, in San Francisco during the war, and then...

Elizabeth Ann Cruz

Sep 12, 2020

Elizabeth Ann Cruz January 4th, 1960—-September 12, 2020 The world sadly lost a pure heart on Saturday, September 12, 2020, when Elizabeth Ann Cruz (Beth), 60 of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away. She is survived by her brothers Wayne Cruz and Jim Cruz. Beth, the youngest of four siblings, was a surprise baby, and Betty her mother...

Jackie Ann Smith

Sep 12, 2020

Jackie A. Smith passed away unexpectedly early on Saturday, September 12, 2020, at Presbyterian hospital in Albuquerque, NM. She was born on October 24, 1953 in Albuquerque, and was the daughter of John and Irene Patricia Miziker.

Jackie graduated from Sandia High School, Class of 1971. Following graduation, Jackie married her high school sweetheart and began her...

Bartley Dow Montgomery

Sep 12, 2020

Bartley Dow Montgomery, 86, of Edgewood, New Mexico crossed the finish line to claim his eternal reward on Saturday, September 12, 2020.

He was born June 16, 1934 to James and Lily May Montgomery in Roswell, New Mexico and was the oldest of five boys. After his parents divorced, Lily May married Luke Hill and he had...

Doris Jean Guenther

Sep 11, 2020

Doris Jean Louise Guenther passed away peacefully on September 11, 2020.  She was born in Kimball, Nebraska on June 2, 1934, the fifth daughter out of six.

Doris is preceded in death by her loving husband, Lloyd Robert Guenther; her parents, Albert and Anna (McElroy) Schultz; her sisters, Lucille Schuemaker, Vera Graham, Verna...

Nicholas Michael Amari

Sep 10, 2020

With the deepest sorrow and heartbreak, we announce that Nicholas Michael Amari “Nick”, age 30, our beloved son, uncle, cousin, and friend, passed suddenly on Wednesday, September 9, 2020. Those who knew Nick for any length of time have lost a unique personality characterized by humor, intellect, varied interests, empathy, big-heartedness, enthusiasm, and love. Nick was always concerned about...

Michael James Sepich

Sep 10, 2020

It is with great sadness that the family of Michael James Sepich announces his passing on Thursday, September 10, 2020, after an extended illness. Michael was born June 23, 1940 to Frank and Mary Ann (Jellicoe) Sepich in the small coal mining camp of Gardiner, NM near Raton. Surviving Michael are his wife, Karen; his son, Peter; daughters, Teresa...

Hae Kyun Chon

Sep 10, 2020

Hae Chon, 64, beloved brother, was called to his eternal resting place on Thursday, September 10, 2020. He entered this world on January 1, 1956 in South Korea. He is survived by his sister, Yong Ikeoka; brother, Sae Chon; and sister, Sarah Mattos. Hae is retired from the U.S. Postal Service.

John "Jack" Charles Babel

Sep 10, 2020

George and Therese Babel introduced their first-born son, John Charles Babel, to the world on July 24, 1947 in Rock Springs, WY. Jack was raised in a warm-loving home and because of this, became a man with good character and morals. On Thursday, September 10, 2020, Jack joined his parents and his two brothers, Dr. Stephen Babel, and Jimmy...

Joan Chavez

Sep 10, 2020

Joan (Grealish) Chavez Of Albuquerque, NM, went to be with her blessed Savior on September 10, 2020.

Joan is survived by her beloved husband of almost 56 years, Amarante J. Chavez. Devoted mother of Christina Dupuis (Paul) of Fort Worth, TX, David Chavez (JoJo) of Garden Grove, CA, and Eric Chavez (Kristin) of Cypress, CA....

Frances Dee Ogle Short

Sep 10, 2020

Frances Dee Ogle Short, age 88, passed away quietly in her sleep early Thursday morning September 10, 2020.

She was born in Vicksburg, Mississippi on August 5, 1932.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Lee Warren Short, her high school sweetheart and husband of 48 years.  She was also preceded in death by...

William Thomas Hoskins

Sep 9, 2020

William T. Hoskins was born on February 16, 1942, in Wilmington, Delaware to the parentage of the late William and Roberta Hoskins. He honorably retired from the US Air Force after 20 years of service in August 1980. Among many of his dreams in life, he successfully created and led a band in Anchorage, AK, formerly known as “Soul...

Robert Sedillo

Sep 9, 2020

Robert (Bobby) A. Sedillo, 75, slipped quietly into the arms of our Heavenly Father on September 9, 2020.

Born in Las Vegas, NM to Zac and Mela Sedillo. He was a husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He loved having all those titles. After high school he served his country proudly in the U.S. Air...

Katrina Darlene Bressler

Sep 9, 2020

Katrina Darlene Bressler, 49, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 9, 2020. A Celebration of Life and Homecoming for Katrina will be held Friday, September 18, 2020, 10:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Hillside Christian Church Amarillo West, officiated by Pastor Chris Condit. The family requests friends wear bright colors to celebrate and honor Katrina. Katrina was born in...

Vicky Lynn Horton

Sep 9, 2020

Vicky Lynn Horton, 65, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, September 9, 2020.

She is survived by her husband, Steve Horton; her sons, Joshua and Jacob Horton; her mother, Patricia Albert; four grandchildren; three brothers; and many other family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her father, Jack Albert.

Vicky was greatly loved...

Delia G. Sanchez

Sep 9, 2020

Delia G. Sanchez passed away surrounded by family on Wednesday, September 9, 2020.  Delia was born on May 14, 1930.

Delia was extremely loving and proud of her two daughters, Kathy S. Montoya and Debbie Cata and husband, Samuel Cata.

She was known as “Ma” to her four grandsons, Victor and Gabriel Cata, Anthony and...

Joseph Frank Barbone

Sep 9, 2020

Joseph Frank Barbone, passed from this earth on Wednesday, September 9, 2020. He was 68 years old. A talented handyman, wood-worker, welder, and loving husband. He lived in Rio Rancho for the past 7 years. He was preceded in death by his sister, Terri Holland; and his parents, Felice and Mary Barbone. He is survived by his wife of...

Kathleen Evans

Sep 8, 2020

Kathleen Evans of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away on Sep 8, 2020. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.

A Visitation will be held on Monday, September 14, 2020, 11:00 a.m. at FRENCH - University that will be live streamed below for those who cannot attend.

Shirley Ann Sparks

Sep 8, 2020

Shirley Ann Sparks, 85, passed away September 8, 2020. She is survived by her sons, Darrell Sparks and Brett Sparks and wife Rennie, of Albuquerque; relatives, Sue and Dennis Brown in Olney, TX. Shirley was preceded in death by her husband, Don Sparks; and her parents, Robert and Frances Biggers.

Born in Jean, Texas, Shirley was a...