Esther Wilma Janzen
Jan 10, 2025
Esther Wilma Janzen was born in Douglas Arizona on April 11, 1938.
She lived a rich and full life, having 7 children: Rebecca Lynch, Herkermer Rodriguez, Robert Burchell Jr., Raymond Burchell, Edward Burchell, Esther Burchell and Lara Burchell-Mason. 20 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren.
Esther lived a good life and lived in several states, she loved sports and even attended sporting events....
Michael Eugene Martinez
Jan 8, 2025
Michael was called home on January 8, 2025. He was born in Gallup, NM to Joe and Rafaelita on July 29, 1954. One of ten children.
He was a generous person always wanting to help with anything you needed. He loved spending time with his daughter and grandchildren, they were the joy in his life. He loved working as a watch...
James Joseph Barber
Jan 8, 2025
James Joseph Barber
May 3, 1933- January 8, 2025
Dr. James “JB, Jim, Jimmy, and Jas” Barber of Albuquerque, NM passed away peacefully after a brief illness at the age of 91 surrounded by loving family and friends. Born in Harrisburg, PA to Joseph Barber and Eva Torchia Barber. James started playing the violin at the age of 8. He received the...
Patricia Viola (Herrera) Gonzales "Patsy"
Jan 7, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mom, gramma, Nana, and friend, Patricia “Patsy” Gonzales, on January 7, 2025, at the age of 82. Patsy departed this life surrounded by family and loved ones at Spanish Trails Rehabilitation Suites after a heartbreaking period of physical and mental decline inflicted by a long battle with...
Richard D Marquez
Jan 7, 2025
Richard D. Marquez, 81, passed away on January 7th, 2025. Richard grew up in Tome, NM attending Belen High school but spent most of his life in Albuquerque and Rio Rancho, with his wife of 60 years Katherine. While serving his country as a U.S. Army Reserve MP for 17 years he also proudly retired from the Albuquerque Police Department...
Jerome "Jerry" Groebner
Jan 5, 2025
Jerome “Jerry” Alfred Groebner peacefully passed away on January 5, 2025, at the age of 83 and he is now whole in Christ with his savior in heaven.
Jerry was born on July 16, 1941, to Alfred Joseph and Audrey Louise Groebner in Albuquerque, NM where he grew up with his younger brother Robert Joseph. He attended high school at St....
Jerry M. Spencer II
Jan 5, 2025
It is with heavy hearts but profound peace that we announce the passing of Jerry M. Spencer II, who left this world peacefully at his home in Rio Rancho, NM, on January 5, 2025, at the age of 81. Jerry was born on December 27, 1943, in Santa Fe, NM, to his beloved parents, Jerry M. Spencer and Eloisa Chavez,...
Antoinette Rose Serrano
Jan 4, 2025
Antoinette Rose Serrano (MacErnie), age 95, dedicated mother, passed away January 4, 2025. Antoinette was known for her loving heart and being a woman of great faith, wisdom and patience. Her family was her life. When visiting her home she would say, “May the angels of the lord go with you” to send you off on your journey home.
She is...
Ruth Johnston
Jan 4, 2025
Ruth Johnston, cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and devoted friend, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2025, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Born on April 5, 1944, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Ruth exemplified grace, faith, and creativity throughout her remarkable life. A proud graduate of Belen High School, Class of 1962, she embarked on a fruitful journey, leaving indelible marks...
Eric Michael Sanderlin
Jan 3, 2025
Eric Michael Sanderlin of Rio Rancho, NM, lost his life to a long battle of Heart Disease. He was preceeded in death by his grandpa, Steve M. Kopcak of Rio Rancho, NM and his Grandma Nancy Davis of Apache Junction, AZ.
Eric is survived by his dad, Sean E. Sanderlin; mother, Lynda Thomas; stepmom, Bommie Smith; sister, Jennifer Brown of Rio...
Maria Aurelia Cannon
Jan 2, 2025
Maria Cannon, age 97, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2025 after a brief illness. She was born on June 21, 1927 to Frederico and Julia Trujillo in Des Moines, New Mexico.
Maria was blessed with eight siblings and is survived by Fred (Barbara) Trujillo of Albuquerque and Emma (Don) Koblischke of Denver. She was preceded in death by her...
Joshua Patrick Aragon
Jan 2, 2025
Joshua P. Aragon, 33, beloved son, brother and friend passed away peacefully surrounded by his family and friend Justin Bookhardt after a long struggle with substance use disorder. He was welcomed into the Kingdom of Heaven on Thursday, January 2, 2025.
Joshua was born March 19, 1991 at Pensacola Naval Air Station, Escambia County, Florida and is preceded in death by...
Joe Calixtro Montoya Jr.
Jan 2, 2025
It is with deep sorrow to announce Joe (Joey) C Montoya Jr has lost his battle to cancer on Thursday, January 2, 2025. Joey will be remembered by many with great fondness. He was a friendly and a hardworking man who treated everyone he had come in contact with great respect. He had an open way about him. Joey grew...
Bernice Ann Ozuna-Mendoza
Jan 1, 2025
Bernice Ann Ozuna-Mendoza, age 42, passed away Wednesday, January 01, 2025, in Albuquerque, NM. She was born April 06, 1982, to her parents Mary Agnes Ozuna and Antonio Ozuna in Denver, CO.
She was married to the love of her life, Ronnie Leathem.
Bernice was preceded in death by her daughter, Jasmine Mendoza; her father, Antonio Ozuna; her mother and father-in-law, Cindy...
Lee Smith
Jan 1, 2025
Lee Smith went home to be with the Lord on January 1, 2025 at the age of 92. Lee entered this world on August 22, 1932 in Gainesville Texas. She and her husband Glenn were long time residents of Burnet, Texas. She is survived by two daughters, Gail Parker and her husband Kenneth, of Rio Rancho, NM and Carol Lockwood...
Hutson Lee Ratliff Jr
Jan 1, 2025
Hutson Lee Ratliff Jr. passed away on January 1, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, at the age of 83. He was born on August 9, 1941, in Burlington, North Carolina, to Hutson Leroy Ratliff and Eris Doris Gant.
Hutson pursued his education at the University of Oklahoma, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration. His dedication to service saw...
Karen Ann Heikkila
Jan 1, 2025
Karen Ann Heikkila, age 71, passed away January 1, 2025, in Albuquerque, NM. Although she never married, she was an avid Red Sox fan who enjoyed a love of horses and living in New Mexico Services are pending.
Marcia Trujillo Medina
Dec 31, 2024
Marcia Trujillo Medina, 86, passed away peacefully at her home in Albuquerque shortly before midnight on December 31, 2024, attended to by her twin sons and sister-in-law.
Marcia lived a full and joyful life punctuated by challenges that she overcame with grace. She was born April 4, 1938 in Española to Cipriano DeAguero Trujillo and Nellie Miranda Trujillo. Cipriano and Nellie...
Robert Daniel Rose
Dec 31, 2024
Col. Robert D. Rose, USAF (Ret.), of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on December 31, 2024. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 51 yrs Patricia Ann Rose.
Robert earned his bachelor’s degree from the United States Military Academy at West Point and later achieved a Doctorate in engineering and physics from the University of Virginia. His distinguished...
Crystal Yolanda Garrett
Dec 30, 2024
It is with profound sorrow and heartfelt love that we announce the passing of Crystal Y. Garrett, a beloved wife, mother, Nana, nurse, and friend, who transitioned into eternal rest on December 30, 2024.
Born on July 23, 1968, in Texas, Crystal carried the warmth and strength of her country roots throughout her life. Her Texas upbringing instilled in her a...
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