Teresa Medrano Barela
Apr 25, 2023
Teresa went home to her Lord and Savior on April 25, 2023 at age 98. She devoted her life to being a dear daughter, sister, and aunt, a sweet, loving wife and a nurturing, vibrant mother. She excelled at each one. Teresa was predeceased by the love of her life, her husband Feliciano, her parents Manuel & Angela, brother...
Ray John Martinez
Apr 25, 2023
Ray Martinez (79) passed away of natural causes on Tuesday, April 25th, 2023 surrounded by supporting family and friends.Ray met and fell in love with his wife, Therese, in Santa Fe and was married in 1966. He was most known for his caring and giving heart, but also had an expansive impact as a Master Machinist and visionary covering a...
Frank Chenette
Apr 24, 2023
Frank Chenette passed on April 24th 2023, surrounded by family. He is survived by his wife of 60 years Pauline Chenette, son Mark Chenette and wife Holly, daughter Merilee Nelson and husband Neal, grandson Neil Altomare and wife Perri granddaughters McKenna and Isabella Chenette and great granddaughters Laine and Cole Altomare. Sisters Louise Blashke, Eleanor Agnelli and brother Paul Chenette,...
Josephine "Phine" Campodonico
Apr 23, 2023
Josephine “Phine” Campodonico, age 89, transitioned from a life on earth to her rightful place with her savior in heaven on Sunday, April 23, 2023, in Albuquerque, NM.
Josephine was known for her unconditional love, grace, and selfless nature. She spent her life in service to God and to others without a need for the spotlight or recognition...
Doris LaVerne Greenhill
Apr 22, 2023
Doris Laverne Greenhill, 97, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2023. Born in Elkhart, Texas on August 14, 1925. She passed in Albuquerque, New Mexico with family and friends by her side. She is survived by her grandson, Charles Robert Greenhill "Bobby;" great-granddaughter, Staysha Greenhill; brother, Clifford Griffith, and his children; niece, Sheila Rouce and her sons, Shiloh and Dustin Baker; grand-nephews,...
Rosina L. Garcia
Apr 22, 2023
Rosina L. Garcia, 100 – A beautiful shining light left this earth and now shines brightly above in heaven lighting a path filled with strength and guidance. On Saturday, April 22nd, angels descended to escort their faithful servant home. Our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great grandmother was greeted in heaven by her loving husband Joe, sons Johnny and Orlando,...
Mathew Mora
Apr 22, 2023
Mathew Mora, age 91 a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico a longtime resident, died April 22, 2023. He is survived by his two daughters. Daughter Kimberly Nadr and husband Robert Nadr of Aurora, IL, grandson Robert Nadr Jr of North Aurora, IL, and great granddaughters Jordyn Nadr & Audrey Nadr of Aurora, IL; grandson Matthew Nadr and wife Cassandra Nadr...
Melba Joan Kaszuba
Apr 22, 2023
Beloved Wife and mother Melba Joan Kaszuba, age 85, a resident of Rio Rancho since 1991, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, April 22, 2023. She is survived by her daughter Karen Hilton, son James Kaszuba and wife Sandra, grandchildren Ryan Hilton and Elyssa Hilton and sister Faye Woods all of Rio Rancho.
She was preceded in...
James Don Anderson
Apr 21, 2023
James Don Anderson born on June 24, 1946, has passed on April 21, 2023, in Edgewood, NM. James, also known as Jim or Papa, was born to loving parents Clarence and Georgia Anderson in Albuquerque, NM.
He is preceded in death by his brothers; John E. Anderson, Robert R. Anderson, Ralph N. Anderson, and Jerry Anderson; sisters Roberta L. Darnold,...
Kimberly Jean Leppke
Apr 21, 2023
Kimberly Jean Leppke, 63, resident of New Mexico has passed on April 21, 2023. Born to parents Lennes Hall and Jean B. Hall on August of 1959 in Omaha, Nebraska. Kimberly is preceded in death by her mother Jean B. Hall, Twin brother Mark L.Hall and brother David J. Hall. She is survived by brothers: Eric Hall of Questa NM...
Winona "Nonie" Gleason
Apr 21, 2023
Winona "Nonie" Gleason, age 62, passed away April 21, 2023 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, surrounded by those who loved her dearly. She was born March 30, 1961 to Mildred and Albert Perkins in Lander, Wyoming. She received her Bachelors degree and was a Budget Analyst employed by the United States Forest Service for 37 years. Nonie loved her grandchildren, and...
Lisaida Ortiz
Apr 20, 2023
Lisaida Ortiz went to be with Jesus on April 20, 2023, at the age of 98. She is survived by her daughter Rosemary Roybal, daughter-in-law Lorraine Ortiz, sons Robert Ortiz Sr., Steven Ortiz and wife Jeannie, sisters Betty Dominguez, Esther Lujan and Rose Sena, brother Joe Valdez and wife Matilda. Lisaida had many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren,...
Elsie Lane Padilla
Apr 20, 2023
Elsie Lane Padilla, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 20, 2023, at her home in Albuquerque. She was 77 years old. Her family is deeply saddened by her sudden death. Elsie was born on Monday, September 17, 1945, in Albuquerque, NM, in the small town of Alameda.
Elsie is survived by her sister, Mary Jean Abeyta and brother, Paul Padilla....
Ludwig Adam (Lud) Gritzo
Apr 19, 2023
Ludwig Adam (Lud) Gritzo went to join the Lord and his beloved wife of 60 years, Lois Fay, on April 19th, 2023. He was born on September 8th, 1937, in St. Louis, MO. When he was seven years old, his father bought a small farm about 40 miles west of St. Louis. There Lud grew up with all the experiences...
Judith (Judy) Starr
Apr 18, 2023
Judith (Judy) Starr
1/28/1944 - 4/18/2023
On April 18, 2023, Judy Starr, beloved mother, sister, friend, teacher, and lover of animals, passed away at the age of 79. Judy was born in Des Moines, IA and died in Albuquerque, NM. Judy taught in the Albuquerque Public School System for over 35 years. She also dedicated many of those...
Virginia Marie Duran
Apr 17, 2023
Virginia Marie Duran, age 85, a resident of Rio Rancho, passed away on April 17, 2023. She is survived by her brothers, Danny Luna (Rose) of Denver, Colorado, Manuel Luna (Rosalie) of Denver, Colorado, her son, Phillip Duran (Natalie) of Rio Rancho, New Mexico; her daughters Julie Schnoor (Rob) of Alamosa Colorado, Catherine Russ (Ian) of Greeley, Colorado, and Angela...
Xavier Andres Burns
Apr 16, 2023
Xavier Andres Burns, age 19, passed away April 16, 2023, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was born November 11, 2003 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Michelle LeeAnne Burns and Timothy Jacob Cavalier, Sr. He graduated and received his High School Diploma from School on Wheels High School. He had many interests which included ROTC Air Force (Sharp Shooters), Indoor...
Dionicia Montoya
Apr 15, 2023
Dionicia "Dana" Montoya, age 90, of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, passed away on April 15, 2023, surrounded by her family. Her life began in Vallecitos, NM, married Reymundo (Ray) Montoya, and made a home and raised her children in Taos, NM. Dana was the co-owner of Montoya's TV & Appliance in Taos. She was an exceptional cook, best known for...
Phillip Edward Benavidez
Apr 15, 2023
Phillip Edward Benavidez, better known as "Phillip Jr" or "Little Phillip", of Albuquerque NM was born on December 18, 1983. Phillip's big heart was easily felt in how often he offered to help and reach out to check in on those he loved. His children remember him being happiest when he was spending time outdoors fishing, building things or camping....
Consuelo Evangelina Maes/Dowler
Apr 15, 2023
Consuelo Evangelina Maes/Dowler, age 89, passed away April 15, 2023. The youngest daughter of eighteen children, Consuelo was born in Las Vegas, New Mexico. Her parents, Manuel De Atocha Maes, Sr. and Margarita (Griego) Maes of Las Vegas, New Mexico, 15 siblings and her beloved husband, Keith Dowler preceded her in passing. Consuelo attended Immaculate Conception Catholic Grade School and...
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