Obituaries

Belinda Rosie Koenig

May 18, 2024

Belinda Rosie Koenig peacefully left this world to be with our Lord on May 18, 2024, in Albuquerque, NM at the age of 77.  She was proceeded in death by her parents, Joe and Amelia Maestas, sister, Lillian Maestas, and brother, Raymond Maestas.  Belinda is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Henry Koenig, daughter, Elizabeth Dominick, son-in-law, Michael Dominick Jr.,...

Marcus Byrne

May 18, 2024

Marcus P Byrne, age 88, a resident of the Juan Tomas NM area since the early 1950s passed away Saturday, May 18, 2024. His is survived by his sons Paul and His wife Marti of Edgewood, NM, Joe and his wife Tammy of Nesmith Alabama, Mathew and his wife Leslie of Plainfield, Illinois, 11 grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

He...

Mary Lou Miera

May 18, 2024

Mary Lou Miera, 76, beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, and Sister was called to her eternal resting place on May 18, 2024. She entered this world on May 14, 1948 in Carlsbad, NM, born to Robert Trujillo and Julia Ramirez, raised by Amador Alvarado. She is survived by her Husband Albert Miera; daughters, Angela Miera and Stephanie Miera; grandchildren; Angelique Miera-Ulibarri,...

Alice Rita Gibson

May 18, 2024

Alice Rita Gibson, age 74, passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at her home in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She is survived by Michael R. Gibson, her husband of 50 years.

Michael said, “Alice was easy to get to know because she was friendly. I fell in love with her when I first saw her. She became my soulmate in 1973....

Victor DeAnda

May 17, 2024

On May 17, 2024, Victor DeAnda accepted the outstretched hand of God and crossed over to his next beautiful adventure. Joyously awaiting his arrival on the other side was his beloved son Kevin, and his sister Helen. 

He leaves behind his loving wife of 46 years, Lori, daughters Lynelle Garcia (Rick), Jeanette DeAnda (Cole Raison), and Debbie Thompson (Todd), sons Victor...

Patricia Charlene Gutierrez

May 17, 2024

Patricia Gutierrez, a long time resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, died May 17th, 2024. She is survived by her husband, Alan Arsenault of Albuquerque NM, children Daisy Gonzales and husband Valente Gonzales of Albuqueruqe NM, Valerie Romero of Algodones NM, Adrian Gutierrez of Los Lunas NM, Elroy Gutierrez of Los Lunas NM, 10 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, 4 sisters, and 3...

Cherie Eno Sokolski

May 17, 2024

In Loving Memory of Cherie Eno Sokolski. A loving wife and companion. Grandmother of five and a great grandmother to many. Her beautiful smile and witty humor brought happiness to all that had met her. She will be truly missed by all. May his perpetual light shine upon her.

Rex Throckmorton

May 17, 2024

Rex Denton Throckmorton, age 82, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Friday, May 17, 2024, in Albuquerque, NM. Born in rural Ohio in June 1941 to Jane Corwin Throckmorton and Francis Asbury Throckmorton, Rex spent his formative years in the close-knit community of St. Paris, Ohio, population 1,400.

In high school, Rex excelled both academically and athletically, serving...

Charles McKinnis

May 16, 2024

Charles McKinnis, 87, beloved son, husband, father, step-father, grandfather (Opa), and father-in-law, was called to heaven on May 16, 2024. He entered this world on January 23, 1937, in Lamar, Colorado, born to Harvey and Grace McKinnis.

He is survived by his spouse, Gloria Clift of Albuquerque, New Mexico; son David McKinnis of Littleton, Colorado; daughter Laura (Robert) Duerr of Arvada,...

Joseph Ofelio Lente

May 16, 2024

Joseph Lente, 59, beloved husband, father, grandfather, was called to his eternal resting place on May 16, 2024. He entered this world on April 1, 1965, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, born to Joe Ofelio and Nellie Lente. He is survived by his wife, Isabel Lente; sons, Joseph O. Lente, and Bobby Lente; daughters, Bernadette Servantez, Nellie Vigil, and Yvette Servantez;...

Benny James Ruiz, Sr.

May 16, 2024

With heavy hearts the Ruiz Family would like to announce the passing of our beloved Benny James Ruiz, Sr.

Benny James Ruiz, Sr., known to most at BJ, passed away on May 16, 2024 at the age of 60. 

BJ was born on May 16, 1964, to Ben and Margaret Ruiz in Albuquerque, NM. He was a graduate of West Mesa High...

Laura Brunt

May 16, 2024

Services for Laura A. (Pulice) Brunt, 91, of Albuquerque, NM, will at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 8, 2024, at French Funerals, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. She passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 16, 2024, at her home after a brief illness.

Laura was born Oct. 8, 1932, in Morenci, AZ, to Placido John Pulice and Laura A. (Aguirre)...

Barbara Bridge

May 16, 2024

 Barbara Bridge, 87, beloved Mother, Spouse, and Daughter, was called home on May 16, 2024 to meet her Savior Jesus Christ, whom she dearly loves. She entered this world on August 23, 1936 in Belmont, NC, born to Levis and Mary Sanders. She is survived by her son Lamar House; daughter Vanessa McDaniel; son Fred Bridge Jr.; daughter Linda Miller;...

Boyd H. Corfield

May 15, 2024

Boyd H. Corfield, 87, a proud Marine, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at the VA Hospice in Albuquerque. He was born October 6,1936 to BH and Hazel Corfield and lived his entire life in the South Valley of Albuquerque attending SV schools, graduating from Albuquerque High in 1955. He joined the Marine Corps right out of school and...

Janice Rose Molinari

May 15, 2024

Janice Rose Molinari, 83, died Wednesday, May 15, 2024, after a short illness. She was born in Providence, RI, the daughter of Michael and Angelina Edwardo, who have preceded her in death. She married Ronald E. Molinari in 1965 in Los Angeles.

Janice lived an adventurous life traveling through Europe, hot air ballooning in Kenya, hiking the Andes...

Modesto Cervantes

May 15, 2024

Modesto Rosealeo Cervantes lll

Baby Modesto R. Cervantes III, passed away on May 15, 2024, in the loving arms of his mother and father.

Our baby boy was survived by his loving parents, Modesto Cervantes-Oropeza Jr. and Suzanna Rae Chavez; great grandparents, Ben and Lois Martinez, Juanita Virginia Chavez and Joseph Jaramillo; grandparents, Antoinette and Michael Gonzales, Dennis Chavez and Karen Smith;...

Norma Gladys Stokes

May 14, 2024

Norma Gladys Stokes, née Davis, was born in Norwood, CO, on August 4th, 1933, to Lloyd and Sara Davis.

She was fond of telling the story of the first few days after her birth, when she was small enough to fit in a shoebox, which her parents did to keep her warm near the stove. She passed from this life peacefully...

Dale Noblitt

May 14, 2024

Dale Allen Noblitt, our “Papa Dale”, born January 27, 1937, passed away May 14, 2024 at the age of 87. A kinder, more unassuming man, you will never know. Dale loved unconditionally, gave generously, and has more than earned his peace and reward. Dale was born in Rifle Colorado. He was a Army Veteran, stationed in Korea in 1959 for...

Richard Aros

May 14, 2024

Richard Aros, 91, dedicated father, grandfather, great grandfather, passed away on May 14, 2024. Richard was known for his love of his aerospace career, his kindness and compassion for others and his happy-go-lucky disposition. He is survived by his Aros family members, Elston family members, and Pinero family members. Visitation and burial will take place on May 28, 2024, in...

Dennis E. Burns

May 14, 2024

Dennis E. Burns, 78, passed away gracefully on May 14, 2024, after a fight with cancer. Dennis was a loving and much-loved husband, father, and grandfather.

Dennis was born in Fort Worth, Texas on January 19, 1946, but often said that he made his way to New Mexico as soon as he could walk. He spent his early years in Alamogordo,...