March 8, 2019

Former State Representative Martha Louise “Marty” Lambert, 81, passed peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Friday, the eighth day of March 2019.  Marty was born in Douglasville, Georgia on Saturday, March 27, 1937 and is survived by her sisters, Helen Chapel, Gloria Riedel, Jane Skinner, Diane Sedlack; and brothers, Bob Lowery, Stanley Lowery, and John Lowery.  Marty was...

March 8, 2019

Betty Ann Roberts, age 88, passed away Friday, March 8, 2019, with her family by her side at home in Albuquerque, NM. She was a ray of sunshine to all her knew her, and had a kind, positive, and independent spirit. She will be deeply missed by the family she so loved. Born Sunday, August 10, 1930 to Mary...

March 8, 2019

Jackie B. Rule, 82, passed away from this earth and entered Heaven’s Gate on Friday, March 8, 2019.

Jack was born October 9, 1936, and served our great country for 38 years serving in the Air Force, Army, and finally retired from the Army National Guard as CW04.  Jack loved wood working, his animals, cars, and could...

March 8, 2019

Noreen Boliver Wilkerson passed away Friday, March 8, 2019 at Cuesta Manor in Albuquerque, NM. Born to Willie Blackwell and Owen Boliver on September 27, 1927 in Plainview, TX, she was the third of eight children. At the age of three, she moved with her parents and three siblings to western New Mexico to homestead in what later became...

March 7, 2019

Charlyne Van Oosbree, 89, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2019, in Rio Rancho, NM. She was born on Sunday, January 19, 1930, in Alta, IA, to John and Albertine Nelson. She grew up in Storm Lake, IA, where she received her education, graduating from Storm Lake High School in 1947.

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March 7, 2019

Jack Powell, 76, beloved father, was called to his eternal resting place on Thursday, March 7, 2019. He entered this world on April 27, 1942 in Grants, NM, born to Henry Powell and Mary Powell. He will be greatly missed by his surviving relatives: sister, Barbara; sons, Edwin and Richard; daughters-in- law, Danielle and Terri; grandkids, Jessica, Krystal, Brittney,...

March 7, 2019

Helen Portillo Maldonado, age 81, beloved mother and grandmother, of Bluewater passed away the morning of Thursday, March 7, 2019. She was born on Thursday, December 23, 1937, in Three Rivers, NM. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joe Portillo of Carrizozo and Catalina Gonzales of Seboyeta; her husband, Steven Maldonado (2005); and her son,...

March 7, 2019

Larry Dewitt Buelow, age 73, beloved husband, father, friend and mentor to many, passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2019. Larry will be remembered for his work with the refugee community, District 23 Toastmasters and his love of running. He had a distinguished career in both the US Air Force and Lockheed Martin, enlisting in the Air Force in...

March 7, 2019

Gary Jerome Martinez, age 55, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, February 16, 2019. Gary was born on Tuesday, December 10, 1963 to Joe and Frances Martinez in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and resided there until his passing. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Frances Martinez; brother, Bobby; sister, Kathy Martinez; and his aunt, Anna....

March 6, 2019

Few people knew her story because, while she never forgot where she came from, she was blessed with a grateful heart and the wisdom to let go of anything that didn’t bring more light into the world. Loretta Angelina Armenta was born November 24, 1943, and departed March 6, 2019, after a courageous three-month battle with aggressive kidney cancer....

March 6, 2019

Rose Mary (Gonzales) Padilla, age 92. Sunrise February 16, 1927. Sunset and returning to our Merciful Lord on March 6, 2019. Rose came to the end of her journey at home surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her husband of more than 60 years, Deacon Julian Padilla; and her daughter, Christina Padilla. Rose was...

March 5, 2019

Our dearly beloved mother has passed away peacefully.  We are all grateful for the many wonderful life lessons she taught us – always be fair, and let people live each in their own way.  Up to the very end, she kept up with the jokes, and always said “thank you” every night before going to bed.  We are the...

March 5, 2019

Wilma “Doris” Ferrell, dedicated wife, mother, sister and friend, passed away Tuesday, March 5, 2019 in Albuquerque, NM at the age of 85 after a long struggle with dementia. Doris was known for her unwavering strength and integrity. She spent 43 years of her life caring for others as a Registered Nurse in Ventura County, CA. She was beloved...

March 5, 2019

Edna Culpepper McGuffin -Thompson (100-year-old) resident of Rio Rancho, NM, passed comfortably in her sleep and went home to be with her Lord and Savior Tuesday, March 5, 2019.

Edna was born in Grady, NM on Friday, May 17, 1918. She graduated from Eastern New Mexico University, where she became a teacher for over 40 years. It...

March 5, 2019

Norma Hudson Barry passed from this life into her new life with Jesus on Tuesday, March 5, 2019. She died following a brief illness, surrounded by her husband and two nieces. Norma was born in Reserve, New Mexico on September 3, 1926, the seventh child of Archie and Laeuna Hudson. Following a career as a hairdresser, she worked in...

March 5, 2019

Irene B. Lucero passed away Tuesday, March 5, 2019. A Rosary will be held on Tuesday, March 12, 2019, 8:15 a.m. at St Joseph on the Rio Grande Catholic Church with a Mass to follow, 9:00 a.m. at 5901 St Josephs Dr. NW. Interment will follow, 1:30 p.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 501 N. Guadalupe St....

March 4, 2019

On Monday, March 4, 2019, the good Lord above called home one of the finest men He ever created. Earl D. Hall was born at noon on Thursday, September 5, 1935. He arrived five minutes before his twin brother, Gearld. In his opinion this made him the older, wiser, more handsome of the two. Earl was the...

March 3, 2019

Our beloved father, Joe L. Sanchez, 92, born in Durango, CO, and resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on Sunday, March 3, 2019. Joe is survived by his loving wife of 70 years, Carmen Sanchez; his children (daughters), Linda Duran and son-in-law Steve Duran, and Teresa Sterling: his grandchildren, Steven Duran, Julian Duran, Krystal Armijo, and Marissa Sterling; his...

March 3, 2019

John W. Justus, 91, of Albuquerque, NM proceeded to heaven on Sunday, March 3, 2019. John was born on January 30, 1928 in Honey Grove, TX to William Oliver Justus and Fannie Smith. He was a remarkable man, known for his solid faith in God. He was a golden glove boxer in the Army, a sharp shooter for the...

March 3, 2019

Carloyn S. Clark born to T.G. and Margie Carter on May 9, 1944 in Walnut Spring, T.X., passed peacefully Sunday, March 3, 2019 at her home in Grants, N.M. Survived by her brothers, C.T. Carter wife Glenda and Henry Carter wife Kandy; children, Michelle Carter -Clark fiancé Rudy, Cindy Sattler fiance Larry, Charles Clark wife Beatrice, Caren Esquibel husband...