Sue Buckner
Jun 27, 2024
Marlyn Sue Buckner, 81, of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, was called home to heaven on Thursday, June 27, 2024. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Riley (Tom) Buckner.
She was born Marlyn Sue Addington in Amarillo, Texas, on Jan. 23, 1943, to Paul Mathew Addington and Lois Myrtle Brown Addington, and grew up on a farm in Panhandle,...
Flordeliza Sears
Jun 25, 2024
In loving memory of Flordeliza Sears, affectionately known as Liza, a cherished soul who graced this world with her presence for 60 years. She passed away on June 25, 2024 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness that will forever be treasured by those who knew her.
Liza was born on November 21, 1963, in...
Carol Anne Kuchar
Jun 25, 2024
Carol Anne Kuchar, 58, died on June 25, 2024, in Pomona, California. Carol was born in Ontario, California, on July 10, 1965.
Carol is predeceased by her father, Kenneth William Kuchar; mother, Eleanor Anne Kuchar; and brother, Duane Kuchar.
Carol is survived by her sister, Joyce Kuchar; and brother, Dennis Kuchar.
Carol grew up in Ontario, California and graduated from Chaffey High School....
Anne "Annie" Miller Carris
Jun 24, 2024
Anne Miller Carris, affectionately known as "Annie" to her loved ones, peacefully passed away on June 24, 2024, in Corrales, New Mexico. She was born on July 8, 1947, in Lebanon, New Hampshire, to her parents Henry Miller Carris and Helen Huntington Carris.
Annie led a remarkable life as an entrepreneur, founding several successful businesses throughout her career. Her spirit and...
Kevin Lee Reece
Jun 24, 2024
Kevin Lee Reece (Reece Roofing), age 72, passed away peacefully on, June 24 2024, in Rio Rancho, NM. Kevin was a treasured member of the Albuquerque, New Mexico community and the dedicated owner of Reece Roofing for over three decades. He had a deep appreciation for the great outdoors and took immense pleasure in exploring nature and cruising on his...
Marie V. Ginan
Jun 24, 2024
Marie passed away in her home, on Monday, June 24, 2024. Marie is preceded in death by her husband, John Ginan Sr., her daughter Audra (Ginan) Cook, her brother Joseph Bovenzi and her parents Pasquale and Pauline Bovenzi who came to New Mexico from Elmont, N.Y. in 1970.
Marie is survived by her two beloved sons, John Ginan Jr., Michael Ginan...
Tina Marie Saunders
Jun 24, 2024
Tina Marie Saunders, age 68, passed away on June 24, 2024. She grew up in Charleston, SC with her 2 sisters and 1 brother. She married Michael Saunders in 1981, and raised their family in Albuquerque, NM. They were married for 43 years.
Tina was loved everywhere she went. She made long lasting friends and kept them her entire life. She...
Shelly Jane Cannaday
Jun 21, 2024
Shelly Jane Cannaday, born September 23rd, 1966, in Jacksonville, Florida, went to join her father in Heaven on the afternoon of June 21st, 2024, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.
Shelly enjoyed crewing for hot air balloons, crocheting, all-things Elvis Presley, and above all else spending time with her children and grandchildren. Often referred to as “Momma Cannaday”, she would drop...
B. Leo Cafferty
Jun 20, 2024
In Loving Memory; B. Leo Cafferty of Corrales passed away June 20, 2024 at age 96. He was born September 8, 1927 to Peter and Mary Cafferty in Marshfield, Wisconsin. Leo grew up during the Great Depression as a farm boy, the second youngest of 8 children. The trials of the period would influence him for the rest of his...
Dean Matthew Chacon
Jun 20, 2024
Dean Matthew Chacon, a loving son, father, brother, grandfather, and friend, passed away on June 20, 2024 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Born on September 17, 1963, in Espanola, New Mexico, Dean leaves behind a legacy filled with joy and cherished memories.
Dean's passion for serving his country led him to proudly join the Army where he dedicated two years of his...
Barbara Gayle (Finley) Gardner
Jun 19, 2024
Barbara Gayle (Finley) Gardner, passed away peacefully in the early hours of June 19, 2024 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Born on December 22, 1938 in Brownfield, Texas, Barbara grew up in Albuquerque, where she graduated from Valley High School. In 1965, she married her beloved husband, Sheldon Gardner, a dedicated member of the U.S. Air Force. Together, Barbara and Sheldon, and...
Adan Herrera
Jun 19, 2024
Adan J. Herrera Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Adan (AJ) Herrera on June 19th, 2024. Adan died peacefully of natural causes at home at the age of 93.
While we mourn Adan's passing, we are comforted in the knowledge that all of us whose lives he touched were blessed to have known and shared in...
Isabella Victoria Martinez
Jun 19, 2024
Isabella Victoria Martinez was born in Albuquerque, NM, born March 03, 2006. Isabella was called to heaven on June 19, 2024.
She is survived by her mother Ana, stepmother Tamara; grandparents Victoria and Ezequiel, grandma Annie Sr.; great-grandmother Maria; uncles Luis, Diego, Matthew, John, Daniel; aunts Catalina, Carmen, Annie, Tempest, and Katelyn; a lot of cousins and her dog Callie.
Isabella was...
Maria Christina (Tina) Santillanes
Jun 19, 2024
Maria C. Santillanes 71, passed away on Wednesday, June 19th 2024 at her home in Lemitar, NM. She was born on October 8th, 1952, to Justiniano & Virgie (Taylor) Santillanes in Lemitar, New Mexico. She is preceded in death by her parents Justiniano and Virgie (Taylor) Santillanes, brother Stephen Santillanes and nephew Richard J. Griego. She is survived by her...
Ruth Dal Porto
Jun 18, 2024
Ruth Dal Porto, 92, a resident of New Mexico since 1961, passed away on June 18, 2024 in Rio Rancho, NM. She is survived by 4 children: Maureen, Darryl, Dawn, and Paul. She has 9 grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren. She has a sister Mary Ann, who lives in Florida and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Ruth was a member of...
Maria Concepcion (Concha) Gonzales
Jun 17, 2024
It is with deep sadness that the Gonzales Family announce the passing of our mother Maria Concepcion (Concha) Gonzales. Their momma gained her wings on the morning of 6/17/2024.
She was a great loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother and friend. She will be deeply missed by everyone who knew her. Anyone who knew our mom spoke fondly of her,...
Theresa "Tessie" Chavez
Jun 17, 2024
Theresa “Tessie” Chavez passed away peacefully on June 17, 2024, surrounded by family. She was born on September 21, 1930 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the second oldest of 11 children. She grew up in the Barelas neighborhood of Albuquerque and graduated from the old Albuquerque High School.
Tessie worked as a bookkeeper before becoming a homemaker, raising 5 children of her...
Johnny Ray Sanchez
Jun 15, 2024
Johnny Ray Sanchez, a devoted husband, loving father and dedicated son, passed away on June 15th, 2024, In Homestead, Florida. He was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico on April 13th, 1996. Johnny led a life of service and commitment.
As an aerospace ground equipment maintainer in the United States Air Force, Johnny demonstrated unwavering dedication to his duty. His technical expertise...
Sam Leyba
Jun 15, 2024
Riley was born in Socorro, New Mexico on May 9, 1988 to Sam and Crystal. Riley was an avid sportsman, the Denver Nuggets and the Philadelphia Eagles. So much so that he would set up his hunting blinds only in areas that had cell service. He loved the outdoors and everything involved with that. He worked hard at every job...
Blanca Meza
Jun 13, 2024
Blanca Meza, age 90, passed away Thursday, June 13, 2024, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. There will be an open visitation from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m., Friday, June 21, Daniels Family Funeral Services - Sara Chapel, 4310 Sara Rd. SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124. Services to follow beginning with Recitation of the Rosary at 11:00 a.m., followed by prayer service...
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