Obituaries

Dec 19, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Joseph Lopez a beloved husband, father, and passionate golfer, who passed away on 19 December 2024 at the age of 78. He was born in a little town in northern New Mexico called San Miguel, to parents Secundino Lopez and Predicanda Ortega Lopez on September 18, 1946. Joseph is...

Dec 18, 2024

Rick Parker, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2024, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, at the age of 63. Born on May 17, 1961, in Bellingham, Washington, Rick lived a life filled with passion, dedication, and love for his family and community.

A graduate of Hudson's Bay High School, Rick embarked on his...

Dec 17, 2024

The Memories and Joys of the life of Ronald Dean and Goldie (Burchett) Wilkerson



I was born in a small town in the central part of the state of Iowa at a very young age. As Samuel Clements (Mark Twain) said, I had no teeth, not much hair, and no clothes on. I was not embarrassed, as I was too young...

Dec 16, 2024

Lena Kathryn Dodrill, age 61, passed away Monday, December 16, 2024 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.  She was born February 16, 1963 in Neubruecke, Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany to William and Doris Webster.  She was a graduate of Killeen High School, Class of 1981.  She attended Central Texas College and received her Associates Degree in General Studies in 1984.  Lena married the...

Dec 15, 2024

Michael Tobin, 81, passed in his sleep on December 15, 2024. Michael was born to Alice Kathryn Boyd and Edward Raymond Tobin on September 26, 1943 in Long Beach, California. He served in the Navy from 1964 to 1988 during which time he was deployed to Vietnam and earned a Purple Heart. He was proud of his service, and continued...

Dec 13, 2024

Imogene F. “Gene” (Gardner) Holliday passed away on Friday, December 13, 2024, in Albuquerque, NM. She was 95 years old.

She was born on May 3, 1929, in Monmouth, IL, the middle child of George and Maude Gardner. They preceded her in death along with her husband of 45 years, Bill, younger brother, Willis Gardner and a nephew, Ray DelZotto.

She is...

Dec 13, 2024

On December 13, 2024, our beautiful mother Janet Sue Stewart McKim went to be with her Lord, and now she is in heaven with no more pain or dementia. She is drinking an icy Pepsi at a beautiful reunion with her parents, her beloved brother, and a dearly loved orange kitty.  

Janet Sue Stewart McKim was born in Hackensack, NJ,...

Dec 12, 2024

Angela F. Gilbert (Angie), 82, of Corrales, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on December 12, 2024, with her loving daughter, Roseann, and her devoted dog, T-Bone, by her side. Angie will be deeply missed.

Born on August 5, 1942, in Brooklyn, New York, Angie was a devoted fiancee to John Crawley and touched the lives of everyone around her. She was...

Dec 12, 2024

Cristin Renee FullerGifted the Native American name, Wiyan Waste(Good Looking Woman), by her paternal great-grandmother at a ceremonial pow-wow, in Rosebud, SD.With great sadness, we announce the passing of Cristin Renee Fuller, beloved daughter, mother, sister, Gigi and friend, who left us far too soon on December 12 at the age of 48 years old.Cristin was a dedicated and loving...

Dec 9, 2024

Richard E. Lujan sadly departed this earth the afternoon of December 9, 2024. He was born on November 15, 1964.  After being given only few hours to survive, he instead gave us 60 beautiful years. He was born and raised in Albuquerque NM, he spent much of his life in the South Valley. Ricky faced his challenges and proudly graduated...

Dec 7, 2024

Dora M. Ulibarri, born on October 1, 1936, in a small town in New Mexico, passed away on December 7, 2024, in Colorado. She grew up in Santa Rosa, NM. Dora’s enduring legacy is cultivated in her cherished family, particularly in her beloved children: Ted Jerome (Virginia), Diana, and Larry. She is survived by sisters Julia, Esme, Edwina and her...

Dec 6, 2024

Dr. Eddie O. Romero, D.D.S., age 76, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.  He graduated from University of New Mexico, as a pharmacist.  He then went on to graduate from the School of Dentistry in Kansas City, MO.

Dr. Romero owned his Dental Practice in Albuquerque for 37 years, until his retirement...

Dec 5, 2024

Frank Eloy Chavez, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, was called home by the Lord on December 5, 2024, at the age of 71. Born on January 13, 1953, in Cuervo, New Mexico, Frank was the son of Alfonso and Lucy Chavez. His life was a testament to his unwavering generosity, hard work, and profound love for those he...

Dec 2, 2024

Dec 2, 2024

Frank Gonzales, a loving father, devoted son, and cherished friend, passed away on December 2, 2024, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, at the age of 55. He was born June18, 1969, in Albuquerque, where he was raised.  He later moved to Phoenix, Arizona, where he met and married the love of his life, Cindy. 

Frank’s career spanned an impressive 33 years...

Dec 2, 2024

TORREZ, JACK 

Of Albuquerque quietly passed Monday evening, December 2nd, 2024 with his daughters by his side. Jack was born May 10th, 1957 in Albuquerque, NM to Luis Miguel Torrez and Marian A. Torrez. Jack had six brothers and six sisters. 

Jack was a welder by trade, but had many skills and abilities which made him versatile and resourceful in additional occupations...

Dec 1, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mark Edwin Chavez on December 1, 2024, at the age of 64, surrounded by his family. 

Mark was proud to be a lifelong North Valley resident, beloved and well known in the area. He was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico on March 2, 1960 to Clemente and Bernadine Chavez. 

Mark was...

Dec 1, 2024

Kristy Hawrey, born on February 24, 1980, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on December 1 2024, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. She was a loving wife, devoted mother, and cherished daughter warmth and kindness touched the lives of many.

Kristy dedicated five years of her life to caring for her, David Hawrey, exemplifying her commitment to family and love....

Dec 1, 2024

Dorothy Karin Parker died December 1, 2024, from complications of Alzheimer's. Dorothy was born in Chicago, Illinois on September 22, 1932, and raised in the Chicago area. In her youth she enjoyed going to baseball and soccer games with her father, playing piano, reading and ice skating. She married Sheldon Axel Parker on June 20, 1953, and together they raised...

Dec 1, 2024

Alice Ann Mercer died Sunday a week ago at the age of 87. She was born on May 1, 1937, the youngest child of Lillian Faun Markland and Kendall Markland. Alice had brothers Dale, Joe, Keith and Benjamin, all of whom preceded her in death. She had two sisters Waneca and Carol, who also preceded her in death. For most...