Obituaries

Apr 5, 2017

Griego, RaymondAge 48,  a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on April 5, 2017. Ray is preceded in death by Stepfather, Rolf TeeganHe is survived by his mother, Rita Shall; sons, Matthew Griego and Dominick Griego; daughter, Miranda Griego; grandchildren, Annaliya Griego and Liam Billings; brothers, Leroy Tafoya, Fernando Griego, Louie Griego; sister, Rose Griego and many Aunts, Uncles, Nieces and Nephews.Ray...

Apr 5, 2017

Stecher, Gerda LieselotteGerda Stecher, 85 years, passed away on Wednesday, April 5, 2017. She was born in Germany and lived on Long Island for 35 years until her retirement when she moved to New Mexico. She is survived by her two daughters Karin Atkinson and husband, Gary and Ingrid Reade and her husband, Rob; one grandchild Karly Atkinson and partner...

Apr 4, 2017

Lopez, Dolores  Age 73, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 4, 2017 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Socorro, NM on December 9, 1943, to Antonio and Virginia Baca Jaramillo. A lifelong resident of Socorro, Dolores was strong in her Catholic faith. She enjoyed working with animals on her farm, watching game shows, going to the casino to...

Apr 4, 2017

Palmer, Richard Allen Richard Allen Palmer, of Corrales, passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning, April 4, 2017, at the age 70. He was born in Omaha, NE on January 9, 1947 to Harold and Betty Palmer. Richard attended Grant Union High School in Sacramento CA, where he played trumpet for the marching band. At age 17, he joined the United...

Apr 4, 2017

Apr 2, 2017

Elton, Gary GeorgeGary George Elton passed away to be with our Good Lord on Sunday, April 2, 2017. He was born August 24, 1936, the middle son of Norwegian parents, Rudy Elton and Helen Lee. He served in the US Air Force as a specialist in the Czechoslovakian language. He was a copy editor; a computer software engineer for Honeywell;...

Apr 2, 2017

September 24,1955-April2, 2017William Marino, loving husband, father, grandfather and brother was born on September 24,1955 in Philadelphia, Pa. Willie passed from this world after a courageous battle with cancer on April 2,2017. Willie attended Williamstown High School in Williamstown, New Jersey and graduated in 1974 with an impressive track and cross country record. This enabled him to enroll and graduate...

Apr 2, 2017

Pennington, GeneGene Pennington passed away April 2, 2017 at his Group Home operated by Advantage Community. Gene was born May 22, 1940 in Kentucky. He moved to Albuquerque, NM with his mother and at the age of 18 he became a resident of the Group Home Systems for developed mentally disabled. He was active in the Community and at Share...

Apr 2, 2017

Anthony R "Tony"  Morris, was born on April 22, 1949. Tony passed away on  April 2, 2017. Tony was born in St. Paul, MN to Robert Emmett Morris and Elaine Winifred. The “midnight rambler” lost his courageous fight against cancer on April 2, 2017.  Tony leaves behind his son’s Casey and Tyler Morris of Albuquerque; his dog Buddy; long time friends and caretakers...

Apr 1, 2017

Talty, Thomas  Stephen Thomas S. Talty of Rio Rancho NM, born February 7, 1928 in Lackawanna NY, died April 1, 2017 at his home at the Village of Alameda.  He was 89 years old.  He is survived by his dearest daughter Dorothea M. Currier and son-in law John H. Currier Jr. of Rio Rancho and three granddaughters; Samantha M. Chenier and her husband,...

Apr 1, 2017

Patricia Ann Celardo, a longtime resident of Rio Rancho and Albuquerque, passed away on April 1st, 2017. She was born in Scranton, PA on December 29, 1935 to John and Evelyn Ferrick. The family later moved to Brooklyn, NY. Patricia was preceded in death by her husband; Mario, daughter in law; Roxy, and Grandson; Mario. She is survived by her...

Apr 1, 2017

Gregory A. Conners of Albuquerque, NM passed away surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, April 1, 2017. Greg was born on May 11, 1928, in Chicago, IL and was a proud graduate of Loyola University of Chicago. Greg and his devoted wife Mary moved from Chicago and enjoyed many years in the beautiful Southwest, first in Tucson, AZ and...

Apr 1, 2017

Moya, Victoria “Vicky” StellaVictoria “Vicky” Stella Moya, age 89 was called home by her heavenly Father on April 1, 2017 and is now at peace. Victoria was born August 28, 1927. Victoria was a loving and caring mother, grandmother, godmother, sister, aunt and friend and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Victoria will be remembered for her...

Apr 1, 2017

Mary Moraga passed away Saturday, April 1, 2017 at the age of 87.  Mary was born in Albuquerque, NM on November 20, 1929, to Fernando Gutierrez and Lucy Castillo. On November 12, 1956, Mary wed her beloved husband Tony J. Moraga.  They would spend almost 61 years together.  Mary was a proud Army wife who traveled the world with her husband and viewed...

Apr 1, 2017

Goff, Mary F.  Age 94, of Rio Rancho, NM formally of Raton, NM passed away Saturday, April 1, 2017. She was born in Henrietta, TX on November 12, 1922, and was raised and schooled in Bowie, TX. Mary and family moved to Raton in the early 60's. After retirement she enjoyed going to the senior center and playing gin rummy every...

Mar 31, 2017

Torres, Kenneth Gabriel Age 23, was taken from his family and friends on March 31, 2017. He was loved by many. His son Jerimiah was his pride and joy. Kenneth had a special love for music, fast cars, friends and of course his momma. He will forever be in our hearts and he will never be forgotten. "Find Gods Grace...

Mar 31, 2017

Nocera, Donald James Age 80, passed away Friday, March 31, 2017. He was born in New Castle, PA on December 24, 1936, to Ferdinand J Nocera and Anna Lambiase. He was preceded in death by his Parents Ferdinand and Anna Nocera; his brothers John (Johnny) Nocera and William (Willie) Nocera. Donald is survived by his wife; Joan L. Nocera, son;...

Mar 30, 2017

     Amelia R. Atencio age 70, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully, Thursday, March 30, 2017, while surrounded by her loving family.  She was a lifelong resident of La Jara, NM.  Amelia loved to read books, crochet, and was a great cook.  she enjoyed listening to Elvis Presley and was a die hard Dallas Cowboys fan.  She enjoyed watching old western shows...

Mar 30, 2017

Cortez, Gabriel R. Age 37, went home to be with the Lord Thursday, March 30, 2017 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in El Paso, TX on January 1, 1980, to Roman and Sofie Cortez. Gabriel loved music. When he heard a song that touched his soul he would pick up a guitar or his drum sticks and...

Mar 30, 2017

Deucalion, Alexander H Age 64, passed away Thursday, March 30, 2017. God knew what he was doing when he placed my dad, Alexander Henry Deucalion, on this Earth. He knew the impact he would have on his loved ones, including me his daughter, Starr Rose Deucalion-Oceguera, his grandchildren. As well as all of his dear friends from school, charities he...