Obituaries

Frank H. Martínez

Jun 5, 2024

Frank H. Martínez, 77, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, friend, and community servant passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 5, 2024.

Frank was preceded in death by his parents, Jesús M. and Angela Román Martínez; brothers, Jess, James, and Roberto; and sisters, Shirley Salinas, Emma Lutton, Rosie M. Campbell, Inez Benson, Angela Romero, and Mellie Malcolmson. He is survived by...

J. Howard Mock

Jun 5, 2024

On June 5, 2024 John Howard Mock peacefully left this world to join our Lord after succumbing to complications of pneumonia.

Howard was born in Bayfield, Colorado, on September 16, 1941, while his father was working on the Vallecito dam project. Howard grew up in both Colorado and New Mexico. He comes from a long line of ranchers and contractors. His...

Mary Jane Thiedeman

Jun 5, 2024

Encircled by friends and family, a special soul escaped the chaos of this earthly world in the early morning hours of June 5th, 2024. This special soul belonged to Mary Jane Thiedeman. Jane was a humble wife, a loving and accepting mother, and she could make a friend anywhere. She valued her friendships that endured and always had a heart...

Gary Pierson

Jun 5, 2024

Longtime Albuquerque businessman and friend Gary L. Pierson passed away peacefully on June 5, 2024, six days after his 85th birthday.

Gary was born on May 30, 1939 to Leroy and Melba Pierson in Sidney IO. He graduated from Albuquerque High School and went on to earn a bachelor's degree in business from the University of New Mexico. While at UNM,...

Peter Wolf

Jun 5, 2024

Peter A. Wolf, Ph.D., born Péter Gyula Szerényi to Dr. József Szerényi and Klára (Donaberger) Szerényi, both deceased, on February 8, 1943, in Budapest, Hungary, passed away after years of declining health at his home in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on June 5, 2024, at the age of 81. He is survived by his pride and joy, his 31-year-old son, Alexander...

Leo and Margaret Morris

Jun 5, 2024

Love is Perfection the Third Time Around

                                                            

Leo Emmanuel Morris (September 13, 1936 - October 26, 2023)

Margaret Virginia Morris (August 10, 1938 - June 5, 2024)  

Leo and Margaret met one another...

Sidney Alfred Sanchez

Jun 4, 2024

Sidney Alfred Joseph Sanchez passed away peacefully on June 4th, 2024, at the age of 93. Sidney was born in San Luis, Colorado, the oldest of four brothers. In his childhood he worked in his family's farming and agricultural business. Sidney started at age 16 working for the railroad alongside his father to provide financially for his family. As a...

James "Erwin" Ness

Jun 4, 2024

James "Erwin" Ness, 96, beloved Father, Grandfather, and friend, was called to his eternal resting place on Tuesday, June 4, 2024. Born to Christopher and Gladys Ness, on December 22, 1927, he was the second of four children. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Edith Ness and Glendora Ness Baker. Surviving him is his younger brother, Robert Ness...

Kylee Silva

Jun 4, 2024

In Loving Memory of Kylee Faith Silva,

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kylee Faith Silva, also known as Ky /Toko at the young age of 17 on June 4, 2024. Kylee of Albuquerque (Belen), New Mexico, was born on August 22, 2006, at mile marker 215 on the side of the road, delivered...

Stephanie Hoffman

Jun 4, 2024

Stephanie Michelle Hoffman

September 20, 1988 - June 4, 2024

Stephanie Michelle Hoffman, 35, of Hendersonville, NC, went to her heavenly home on Tuesday, June 4, 2024.

Born on September 20, 1988, she was a daughter of the late William Isaac Hoffman and Dianna Mary Hoffman.

Stephanie was born in Rio Rancho, NM, and became a...

George Cross

Jun 3, 2024

George Wilburn Cross passed away Monday, June 3, 2024, at 85. There will be a Funeral Service on Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 10:30 at FRENCH Lomas, followed by a reception at 11:30. Graveside will be at 2:00 at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul blvd NE. 

Claude Chavez

Jun 2, 2024

Claude Chavez, 73, beloved Husband and Son, was called to his eternal resting place on June 2, 2024. He entered this world on December 6, 1950 in Barstow, CA, born to Claude and Lydia Chavez.

 He is survived by his wife, Charlotte Chavez; his son, Jason; sister, Liz (Rich Kowalis); brother, Art (Diane); several nieces, nephews, and grand and great children....

Ernest Temple Love, III

Jun 2, 2024

Ernest Temple Love III, 63, beloved Brother and Uncle was called to his eternal resting place on June 2, 2024 with family by his side. He was born on July 11, 1960 in Albuquerque, NM, born to Ernest and Barbara Love. He is survived by his sister Suzanne Marquez; brother Craig Love; brother-in-law Ron Marquez; sister-in-law Barbara Love; nephews Jason...

Nancy Garth

Jun 2, 2024

Nancy McCandless Garth passed away peacefully on June 2, 2024, sitting next to her beloved husband John of nearly 64 years at sunset in a courtyard at La Vida Llena, Albuquerque, NM.

Nancy Carolyn McCandless was born in Butler, PA on January 26, 1937 to Lee Norman McCandless and Gertrude Elizabeth Burns McCandless. When she was 16 months old, they moved...

Isabel Baldo

Jun 2, 2024

Isabel Baldo, age 88, our family's rock, passed away Sunday, June 2nd in the early morning. Isabel was known for her ability to draw in those around her, and surround them with endless love, care, and compassion. She was devoted to her family and her faith, making sure to always pray for the blessings and protections of those she held...

Gerald Gromatzky

Jun 2, 2024

Gerald Gromatzky, 75, was called to his eternal resting place on Sunday, June 2, 2024. He entered this world on March 9, 1949 in Las Vegas, NM. Gerald was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Cletis Gromatzky; and son, Kevin Kyle Cassidy. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Sandra Gromatzky; children, Robert A. Gromatzky, Robert...

Enriqueta Portillo

Jun 1, 2024

Enriqueta Portillo was known affectionately as Keta, Nana, and Ketita to those blessed to share her full life of 92 years. Born in El Paso, Texas to Martin and Celmira Rodarte, she was the second of three beautiful sisters. She loved her sisters, Chimmy and Caro, and was proud of her parents, a successful construction contractor and businesswoman respectively. Keta...

Wanda Lee Wootres

Jun 1, 2024

Wanda Wooters, 65, born October 2nd 1958, passed away on June 1st 2024. A longtime resident of Albuquerque NM.Wanda is proceeded in death by her life partner, Bill Jaynes; father, Billy Wooters Sr.; mother, Vivian Wooters; brother, Billy Wootres Jr.; and sister, Nelda Pocs. Wanda is survived by her loving daughter, Jonna (Donny); son, Cole; and grandchildren, Donald and Emma....

Roseann Wilson

Jun 1, 2024

Roseann Wilson, a beloved matriarch, passed away on Saturday, June 1, 2024, five days before turning 94, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness. She is survived by her daughter, Marilyn Wilson Denison and Craig Barnes of Dallas, TX, her grandchildren Kristen Bowman and husband Stacey of College Station, TX, and Joe Denison and wife Ana of Irving, TX,...

Edgar Yguado

Jun 1, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved son Edgar Fernando Yguado, who was taken from us too soon on June 1st, two thousand and twenty-four at tender age of twenty-seven. He brought immeasurable joy and light to our lives with his kind heart, radiant smile and boundless curiosity. Though his time with us was brief, the depth...