Obituary Listing

Jul 30, 2021

On July 30, 2021, the Lord called upon Michael Anthony Montero, beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and great friend. Michael was born in Oakland, CA on August 15, 1990 and New Mexico has been home since 1999. He earned two Certificates and an Associate’s degree from CNM, all in the automotive and transportation technology fields, while working at...

Jul 30, 2021

Francisco (Frank) Javier Garcia passed away on July 30, 2021 with his wife Ramona by his side. Frank was born in Fort Collins, Colorado on September 3, 1933.  Frank is survived by his wife of 66 years, Ramona, sons, Frank (Debra), Phil, daughter Michelle, daughter-in-law Carolyn, six grandchildren and nine great grandchildren, two brothers John and Pat, and one...

Jul 22, 2021

Smith, Verna Francis Verna Francis Smith was born April 11, 1955 to her parents Jack (JC) Smith and Maeola Hightower Smith. Verna received her formal education in Roswell school district where she lived for several years and worked as a care-giver and companion. In the year of 1972, Verna was blessed with a beautiful baby girl she named Nyree....

Jul 20, 2021

Paris-Bendaw, Rena Mae Rena Paris-Bendaw, 74 a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, a proud member of Grant Chapel AME Church and Past Grand Matron, Prince Hall Grand Chapter, OES NM, passed away on Tuesday, July 20, 2021. Rena is the daughter of Arthur Mac Paris Sr. and Mary Dinah Washington, both who have preceded her in death.  She is also...

Jul 16, 2021

Lauren Shannon Kivler-Gross, 61, of Albuquerque , passed away on July 16th, 2021 Very unexpectedly.

Lauren was born on April 20th 1960 to Robert H Gross III and Madonna Daniel in Abilene TX. After graduating from high school in ST Louis MO, she went on to study at the University Of Utah where she obtained her degree...

Jul 15, 2021

Tenorio, Vera  Sonya Hello family and friends you were all invited to attend the viewing of our beloved mother Vera Tenorio on Monday July 26, 2021 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. with a Funeral Service at 12:00 pm. at Strong Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Avenue NE 87106, where you are all welcome to come and pay your respects....

Jul 11, 2021

Mayo R. Ulibarri Born January 21, 1924 Passed away peacefully on July 11st, 2021 Sunday evening at the age of 97. He was born in Mogollon, New Mexico near Reserve, N.M. in Catron County where he was raised among 15 children from parents Delfino Ulibarri and Prajedes Romero. At age 18 he joined the CCC camps created by president...

Jul 10, 2021

Robbins, Trevonte Coleman Trevonte C. Robbins was born September 5,2001  in Decatur, Georgia and at the age of 19 gained his angel wings on July 10,2001 in Albuquerque ,New Mexico while visiting family and friends. Trevonte spent his early years In Georgia but moved to New Mexico at a young age.Trevonte  was most commonly known to family and friends...

Jul 8, 2021

Harris, Elva Lee "Bo" Sunrise 01/27/1943          Sunset 07/08/2021 Elva Lee "Bo" Harris was born in Shiner, TX to Dezel Webb and Elvie Harris. The family moved to Carlsbad NM, He played basketball for Carver Elementary and then went on to Eisenhower Jr high where many of his records and trophies are still displayed. At Carver...

Jul 5, 2021

Gutierrez, Michael Michael Gene Gutierrez, age 72, transitioned into everlasting peace on the morning of Monday, July 5, 2021.  Michael was a loving father, grandfather, uncle, brother, cousin, and friend.  He will be remembered for his love of his family.  His children and grandchildren were the center of his life. They were continually by his side these last two...

Jun 30, 2021

Brown, Joel Edward Age 57, passed away Wednesday, June 30, 2021. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on May 26, 1964. He was preceded in death by mother, Charlene Brown; father, Walter Brown; and grandparents Earnest and Aulena Brown. Joel is survived by his wife, Angie E Brown; daughter, Natasha and Juan Jaramillo; son, Marcos and Stephanie Pacheco; siblings,...

Jun 29, 2021

Galbreth , Jarrett Lawrence Jarrett was born, raised, and educated in Albuquerque. He passed away peacefully at his home after a lengthy illness. He was preceded in death by his father, Lawrence W. Galbreth, and his mother, Dorothy Chapman, as well as his brother, Terrell Galbreth. He is survived by his devoted wife Ruth, his niece, Tonya Galbreth, and...

Jun 29, 2021

Overton, Ruth Naomi Age 90, passed away Tuesday, June 29, 2021. She was born in Austin, TX on April 27, 1931. Ruth enjoyed sitting out on the porch and people watching as well as playing dominos and spades. She loved talking and playing with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She talked with everyone and was a great storyteller.  She...

Jun 25, 2021

Lisa Ann Crutcher was born May 7,1966 in Chicago, Illinois to the late Annette Cherie and Robert Lee Crutcher.  She passed this life on June 25, 2021, in her home.  Lisa accepted Christ as her savior and was baptized at an early age. After attending Oakland High in No. California, Lisa relocated to So. California where she was accepted...

Jun 21, 2021

Mary Flora Crutcher, also known as Flora or Flo, was born, and raised in San Antonito, NM on July 21, 1946, to Elias and Lucarita Caldwell. Flora grew up in a small stone house amongst the Sandia Mountains with her 12 brothers and sisters. She often shared with her children, fond memories of growing up in the mountains.

Jun 17, 2021

Jackson, Artis Dale Jr. It is with great sadness that the family of Artis Dale Jackson Jr. announces his sudden passing on Thursday, June 17, 2021 at the age of 38. Artis Dale will be lovingly remembered by his partner and best friend, Erica Martinez and her daughters, Jazmyn and Tamryn; his parents, Artis Dale Jackson and Desiree Wade;...

Jun 17, 2021

Celebration of Life

Margaret Ann Griffin

On June 24, 1972, Margaret Ann Griffin was born to Curley C. Griffin and Dorothy Faye Hall in Albuquerque, New Mexico. At an early age, Margaret was baptized and became a member of Stadium Boulevard Church of Christ in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Margaret...

Jun 11, 2021

Charles Robert Collins March 19, 1941 to June 11 2021 Charles Robert Collins was born in Beaver Falls Pennsylvania Hospital to John and Sinai Collins on March 19, 1941 where he attended beaver Falls elementary junior high and graduated from Beaver Falls high school in 1958 Charles went onto becoming an established soldier of the US Army In 1959...

Jun 6, 2021

R.L. Sparks was born on June 28, 1941 in Naples, Texas to Hervell and Robert Sparks, Sr.  He transitioned to his heavenly home on Sunday, June 6, 2021.

He accepted the Lord as his personal savior at an early age at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, Daingerfield, Texas.  He moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico in the Fall of...

Jun 2, 2021

Hilda M Sanchez

Hilda M. Sanchez 92 passed away peacefully in her sleep embraced by our Lord, at her home on Wednesday 6/02/2021 4:31 am.  She was born in San Antonio Texas. Hilda will be dearly missed by her children, Lupita & husband Mark, and Yvonne & husband Albert.  Her grandchildren Leticia & Marco, Jessica & husband...