Verena L. Smith
Dec 23, 2024
Verena Lenetta Corley Smith was born to Eva Derrick and C.J. Corley on November 22, 1930, inClarksville, Texas. She was called home on December 23, 2024.
Verena Smith accepted Christ at an early age and was a true and faithful servant. At the age of 15 she met and married Eddie L. Smith Jr., on April 17, 1946, at the Corley’s...
Claudio (C.F., Clyde) Francisco Milligan
Dec 21, 2024
"We remember C.F. Milligan, whose spirit departed from us on December 21, 2024 at the age of 96. C.F. was a beacon of unwavering humility and kindness, and left an indelible mark on the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know him"
C.F. was born to Willie and Josefita Milligan in Frisco, New Mexico. He was a devoted catholic,...
Maria Gabriela Rascon Pacheco
Dec 18, 2024
The family of Maria Gabriela Rascon Pacheco of Albuquerque, NM is saddened to announce her passing on December 18, 2024 at the age of 32 years. Gaby was born on May 7, 1992 to Hugo Rascon and Lus Pacheco in Cd. Cuauhtemoc, Chihuahua, Mexico. After Gaby graduated from Valencia High School in 2011, she went on to study a Bachelor...
Larry D. Williams
Dec 17, 2024
Celebrating Big Jab’s life and transition from this temporal earthly existence to his heavenly eternal rest. Born Larry Derail Williams, September 30, 1953, Big Jab chose his glorious exodus on December 17, 2024. Born in Lubbock, TX to Ms. Romie Lee Maxey and Mr. Henry ‘Hank’ Williams, Larry was the first Maxey grandson and oldest son of all his 14...
Dolores "Dolly" R. Armijo
Dec 15, 2024
Dolores “Dolly” Armijo, a long time Albuquerque resident passed away at home at the age of 92. She is survived by her children, Donna, Donald, Ronald, Arnold, Vonna, Christopher, Cynthia and Sheila. Our beloved mom was born in Casa Colorado a small town near Belen, her parents Tranqulino and Antonio had 5 other children and moved to Albuquerque when Dolores...
Antonio "Tony" Crespin
Dec 15, 2024
Antonio “Tony” Crespin, long time Albuquerque resident passed away at the age of 96. He is survived by his sons, Paul Ludi and wife, Annette, and Martin Crespin and wife, Elaine; daughter, Evelyn Crespin; grandchildren, Sara Taft and husband, Kevin, David Crespin and wife, Marisa, Leslie Otero, and Lori Otero; great-grandchildren, Elena Estrada, Gabriel Estrada, Wren Taft, Levi Crespin, and...
Truett Gatschet Jackson
Dec 14, 2024
Truett died on Saturday, 14 December 2024, from smoke inhalation injuries sustained in an early morning fire at his home the prior Thursday, 12 December 2024. He suffered no external burns. He is beloved.
Truett was born to Eileen and Dennis Jackson on 14 July 1981 in Albuquerque. For the past twenty-two years, Karen Miller, Dennis‘partner, has been a loving and...
Rita O. Sargent
Dec 6, 2024
With heavy hearts and joyous memories, we celebrate the life of Rita O. Sargent, who passed away peacefully on December 6, 2024. Born on May 22, 1939, in historic Tucumcari, New Mexico, Rita embraced life with a spirit that brightened every room she entered.
A proud Albuquerque High School graduate, she fulfilled her passion of caring for others by earning her...
Sheila Pugach
Dec 2, 2024
Sheila Pugach died peacefully on December 2nd, 2024, at the age of 83. She is survived by her son, Michael Lawrence Pugach (and wife Gail) living in Anamosa, Iowa; grandchildren, Rachel Corriea (Pugach) and Joshua Pugach of Colorado; daughter, Laura Ellen Bair (Pugach) of Arizona; grandchildren, Zachary Bair of Washington and Alexa Fiehler (Bair) of Arizona; sister, Beverly Druzin of...
Cipriano Lopez Aguilar
Nov 30, 2024
Cipriano Lopez Augilar 87, of Albuquerque, New Mexico died November 30,2024 with his family by his side. Cipriano was born on September 16,1937 in Tlalchapa Guerro Mexico. Cipriano was a self-contractor in Tile and flooring in the state of California, were he raised his 8 children alongside his wife of 61 years Maria de Jesus Lopez Ibarra. Cipriano was part...
Dorothy Morse
Nov 28, 2024
Dorothy White Morse passed away in her home on Ortega Road in Albuquerque, on November 28, 2024, at the age of 84. Her final days were free of the usual medical interventions that accompany so many of our deaths. She was a believer in going out on one’s own terms, not the terms of doctors and hospitals. In the months...
Rosalin W. Cohen
Nov 24, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Rosalin (Roz) Cohen, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, who left us last Sunday.
Roz grew up on the East Coast in a bustling household with eight beloved siblings and parents she often described as “the very best!” Her adventurous spirit eventually brought her west alongside her husband, David Cohen. Together,...
Tiaunna Connelly
Nov 21, 2024
Tiaunna Connelly was born February 25, 1986 and departed this life November 21, 2024. Tiaunna accepted Christ at a very young age and loved God with all her heart. To know Tiaunna was to know her heart of gold. She gave selflessly, often putting others before herself. Her generosity and kindness touched the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know...
Debbie Marie Trujillo
Nov 20, 2024
Debbie Marie Trujillo passed away November 20, 2024, at the age of 64. She was a native and resident of Albuquerque. Debbie truly knew that it was more blessed to give than to receive. Her generosity knew no bounds. Debbie was a loving mother and grandmother and a beautiful soul who would help anyone. Her radiant smile lit up any...
Lupe P. Salazar
Nov 11, 2024
Lupe Salazar, 67, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2024. She was a devoted mother, cherished grandmother, beloved sister, aunt, and a loyal friend to many.
Lupe’s life was defined by her selflessness and her boundless love for those around her. She had a heart as big as the sky and a giving spirit that touched everyone she met. Those who...
Cesar Cruz Rios Ramirez
Nov 11, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Cesar Cruz Rios Ramirez on 11/11/2024 at the age of 46. Cesar was a loving father to Cesar, Andrea, and Arianna, whom he shared with their mother, Tanya Tapia. He was a proud grandfather to Santiago and a beloved son of Alicia Ramirez Celio and Jose Enrique Rios Villafranca....
Melvin Tsosie Chavez III
Nov 6, 2024
Melvin Tsosie Chavez III passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2024. He will always be remembered for his love of family. Viewing will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at Strong Thorne Mortuary followed by a service at 11:00 a.m. Please leave a memory or message for the family below.
Michelle Denise McDuffie
Nov 5, 2024
We are gathered here today to celebrate the life of Michelle Denise McDuffie, a woman who truly embodied the word "beautiful." She wasn't just beautiful in appearance, but in her spirit, her actions, and the way she touched the lives of everyone she met. Michelle had a light within her that shone brightly, illuminating even the darkest corners of our...
Joseph Lee
Nov 2, 2024
Joseph Lee passed away peacefully at his home in Albuquerque on Saturday, November 2, 2024. Joe served faithfully in the United States Air Force for twenty years, as well as serving as a Deacon for his congregation for many years. He is survived by his son Eric Lee and daughter-in-law Rhonda Lee, and his grandchildren Steven Lee, Damian Lee and...
Joe Lee Butler
Oct 28, 2024
On November 28, 1941, in Longview Texas, a true OG and Die-hard Dallas Cowboy fan was born, Joe Lee Butler, to Joe Willie Butler and Josephine Jackson. Joe Lee was the oldest of six children and spent his time between Lamesa TX and Albuquerque New Mexico where he had a lot of people who knew him. In 1990, Joe Lee...
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