Obituaries

May 23, 2024

Betty (Aranda) Sweeney, 89, passed away peacefully Thursday, May 23, 2024. Betty was the youngest of 6 children born Thursday, November 1, 1934 to Roman and Elosia (Romero) Aranda in Las Vegas, New Mexico.

She was married 69 years and is survived by her husband, Ambassador James Sweeney. She is also survived by a daughter, Rhonda (Wayne) Davis; and a son,...

May 23, 2024

Andy was born in Bluewater Village, New Mexico in 1931. He grew up on Mount Taylor during the Great Depression. He was running his father's pool hall at the age of twelve. Andy learned how to be a man at a very young age.He married the love of his life Barbara Brandley on September 15, 1951. They were married for...

May 23, 2024

Roz Denette, 64, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 23, 2024, surrounded by her family.

Roz was born in Plainview, NY, then resided in Ludlow, MA until 2018 when she moved to Rio Rancho, NM. She graduated from John F Kennedy High School in Plainview, NY (class of 1978) and SUNY Cortland (class of 1982).

She is survived by her husband; David...

May 22, 2024

May 22, 2024

Jack H. Darling, age 84, passed away at home on May 22, 2024, in Albuquerque. He was born in Cushing, Oklahoma, on September 19, 1939, to John H. Darling and Ann (Sherlock) Darling.Jack is survived by his wife Norma; twin sons, Brian and James; his grandchildren, Alexandra, Gabriella, Kaleb, and Joshua; and twin great-grandsons, Angelo and Frankie. He is also...

May 22, 2024

Campbell, Elizabeth "Lil" Ann

Elizabeth "Lil" Campbell, age 53, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and daughter passed away Wednesday, May 22, 2024, surrounded by her family. Lil was known for her love for her family and friends, love for animals, and passion for her students and colleagues. Lil enjoyed doing crafts, thrifting, craft shows, house plants, baseball, spending time with her...

May 22, 2024

Miguel Avila, 37 beloved husband, father, son, and brother was called to his eternal resting place on Wednesday, May 22, 2024. He entered this world on July 18, 1986 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Born to Raul Avila, Sr. and Marquita Avila Martinez. He is survived by his wife, Jeanette Avila; daughters, Isabelle Avila and Alyssa Avila; brother, Raul Avila, Jr.;...

May 22, 2024

Ruben Simeon Urenda, beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend was called to heaven on May 22, 2024.

He was born January 11, 1934, in Oklahoma City, OK, a first-generation American son of immigrants Simeon and Sofia Urenda. He valued education enough to transfer schools on his own while still in grade school. This was a lesson he'd later apply for the...

May 22, 2024

Cecil, an Albuquerque, NM Native, was an avid outdoorsman, fisherman, and chef, even if it was in just the eyes of his grandchildren. A beloved coach, friend, and, most importantly, a family man. Cecil was married to his high school sweetheart & travel partner, Frances, for nearly 63 years and was the father of two incredible sons, grandfather to three...

May 22, 2024

Complete obituary to come soon.

May 21, 2024

In loving memory of Gordon Jorgensen, 81, who died on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. He passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his wife, children and dogs after a long battle with Lewy body dementia.

Gordon was born on Monday, April 19, 1943 in Chicago, IL to Ted Jorgensen and Dolores (Pollock) Jorgensen. His brother Ted was born in 1944.

Gordon moved...

May 20, 2024

William "Bill" Bailey Lindquist, 82, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away quietly on May 20, 2024. He was born on March 4, 1942, in Waterloo, Iowa.

Out of high school, Bill joined the Air Force and achieved a 20-year career, receiving his Master's Degree in Industrial Engineering from Auburn University. After retiring from Kirtland Air Force Base, he worked in software...

May 20, 2024

On Monday, May 20, 2024, John Juric passed away peacefully. John was born in Ely, Nevada, on March 25, 1939, to Gabe and Katie Juric. Katie had immigrated from Slovenia and Gabe from Croatia. John was always very proud of his Slavic heritage.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Emma; and his brother, Karl. John is survived...

May 20, 2024

Patricia Ann Moon, 84, beloved daughter, wife, mother, and grandmother was peacefully called to be with God May 20, 2024 in Albuquerque, New Mexico at her home. She was born into this world, March 17, 1940 in Mosquero, NM to Santos and Simona Quintana.Patricia is survived by her three beloved children, Maria Lopez of Rio Rancho, David Lopez of Albuquerque,...

May 20, 2024

David Robert Padrino, MD, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 20, 2024. Born in Havana, Cuba, on March 17, 1946, Dr. Padrino was the eldest child of David Padrino Calzadilla, MD, and Señora Ilda Arbelo Santiago.

He is lovingly remembered by his wife of more than 53 years, Susan Aileen Padrino; his children, Susan L. Padrino Iler, MD, of Ohio; Patricia...

May 20, 2024

Tracy D. Hall, age 82, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Monday, May 20, 2024 . Tracy was born on June 12, 1941 in Anderson, Indiana and moved to Albuquerque with his parents in 1948. He has lived in Albuquerque since that time.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Wilbert and Grace Hall; his youngest son, Darryl Hall, who...

May 20, 2024

Joyce Willis King, age 90, of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away on Monday, May 20, 2024. She was the second child born to Ansley and Joyce Herring Willis. She was blessed with one sister and three brothers. Joyce was born at home in Jena, Louisiana, on September 29, 1933. Upon graduation from Jena High School in 1951, Joyce made her...

May 19, 2024

Suzanne Phelan, loving wife and mother, and lifelong educator and learner, passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2024 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Suzanne was born in Evansville, Indiana, on September 13, 1938 to William D. and Dorothy Gleason Murray.

Suzanne is survived by her daughter Margaret Armijo and her husband John, son Kevin Phelan and his wife Debbie Rochford, daughter Kathleen Phelan,...

May 19, 2024

Edwina Miller, age 73, of Rio Rancho, NM passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2024.

Edwina was born in Clovis, NM on Monday, January 1, 1951, to the parents; Victoriano Fajardo and Casianita “Annie” Fajardo.

She married Scott Miller on December 23, 1969, they settled in Clovis, NM and had two daughters: Michelle L. Miller Grimes and Leslie D. San Juan. She...

May 19, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Zelda Stella Jiron of Santa Fe, beloved wife, mother, and friend. Zelda, 55, transitioned peacefully on May 19, 2024, at Lovelace Hospital. Born in Santa Fe in 1969, to Elena Lucero, she was the cherished daughter of Catalina and Sixto Martinez. Zelda's passion and love for family was evident to all who...