Obituaries

Ignacita Chavez

January 19, 2022

Ignacita Chavez went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at the age of 91 years young.

She is preceded in death by her husband of 37 years Nick Chavez; daughter Margie Romero; mother Elicia Paz; father Ursenio Paz; grandson Darryl Nguyen; granddaughter Loreen Nguyen; sisters: Lucy Farcia, Dora Garcia, Pricilla Vargas, Rosemary Sanchez;...

Lorenza Inez Sanchez

January 18, 2022

Lorenza Inez Sanchez, 78, passed away in her home on Tuesday, January 18, 2022.

Lorenza is preceded in death by her parents: Delfino and Ramona Salas and sister Helen Chavez.

She is survived by her devoted husband of 59 years, Magdaleno Sanchez; four children: Ernestina (Joey), Stephine (Peter), Margaret (Martin), Matthew (Mona); eight grandchildren: Monique...

Salvador Rodolfo Ramirez "Rudy"

January 17, 2022

Rudy Ramirez, 42, entered into eternal rest on Monday, January 17, 2022 at his home in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Rudy is preceded in death by his grandfather Manuel Ramirez, aunt Yolanda Mata, and his uncle Pancho Ortega.

Rudy is survived by his parents Camilo and Cecilia Lira; grandmother Guadalupe Ramirez; daughter Adamaris Martinez; brothers: Jose...

Alfredo Omar Gonzales

January 16, 2022

Omar suddenly passed away at home on Sunday, January 16, 2022.

He will be joining his grandparents and cousins in heaven.

Omar is survived by his mom and dad Alfredo Gonzales and Carol Padilla-Gonzales, grandma Eutema Gonzales and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

He was born in July and really didn’t want...

Hyangmi Yi

January 15, 2022

Hyangmi Yi passed away on January 15, 2022. Hyangmi owned AMERASIA-SUMOSUSHI in Albuquerque. She was born in Gansun, South Korea. Her first and only job while in the United States was at Amerasia, which was then located on Cornell Street in Albuquerque. She became the owner of Amerasia and expanded it to include the Sumo Sushi Restaurant. Her Daughter...

Hyangmi Yi

January 15, 2022

Hyangmi Yi passed away on Saturday, January 15, 2022.

Hyangmi is survived by her mother Insook Yi (Gunsan, South Korea); daughter Christina Garcia and Husband Gilbert Garcia; grandchildren: Noelle Garcia, Isaiah Garcia and Sydney Garcia; husband Andrew Ortiz; stepchildren: Caden Ortiz, Curtis Ortiz and Amber Gonzales (Sarah & Antonio); brothers: Yooyoung Lee (Eunhee Kim), Jooyoung Yi (Gunsan,...

Patsy Baca

January 15, 2022

Patsy Baca, 73, was called home surrounded by family on Saturday, January 15, 2022.

She is preceded in death by her father Joe A. Ortega; sister Virginia "Virgie" Sanchez and brother Patrick "Sam" Ortega.

Patsy is survived by her mother Clara Ortega; three children: Yvette Morales, David Baca, Derek Baca (Regina); grandchildren: Joseph, Daniel, Nikki...

Johnny Ray Esquibel

January 15, 2022

Johnny Ray Esquibel, 56, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January, 15, 2022.

Johnny was a well liked and respected man. He was a skilled Mason and took so much pride in his work. Often times, riding around the Albuquerque he’d pass certain areas and say, “I built that” or “wow how level that wall...

Vincent A. Duran

January 15, 2022

Vincent A. Duran passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 15, 2022 at the age of 61.

He is preceded in death by his father Carlos "Charlie" Duran, and mother Jennie Garcia Duran.

Vincent is survived by his brothers: Dennis Duran, Stanley Duran; and nephews Phillip Duran and Nikolas Duran.

Vincent was born on...

Anthony L. Mares "Mr. 505"

January 13, 2022

Anthony Lee Mares, 48, passed away on Thursday, January 13, 2022.

He is preceded in death by his mother Victoria B. Mares.

Anthony is survived by his father Thomas J. Mares; sons: Dominic Mares, Kevin Mares; daughters: Sarah Mares, Alicia Mares; brothers: Tommy Mares (Grace), Rick Mares (Sofia), Julian Mares (Diane), Victor Mares, Frank Mares...

James Rincon

January 13, 2022

James Rincon, 42, left us for the highway to Heaven on Thursday, January 13, 2022.

He is preceded in death by his grandfather Francisco Rincon, grandmother Simona Parrilla, and uncle Ruben Rincon.

He is survived by his girlfriend Jackie Aragon; children: Dominic Rincon, Alana Rincon; parents: Manuel and Maria Rincon; sister Denisse Rincon; grandson Alonzo...

Michael Albert Sena

January 12, 2022

Michael Albert Sena, aka The Lion King, 68, passed away on Wednesday, January 12, 2022.

He was preceded in death by his father Pascual Sena, brother Phillip Sena, and brother-in-law Tony Garcia.

Michael is survived by mother Eutemia B. Sena, brother Rick Sena; sisters: Mary Esquibel (Leroy), Rose Garcia (Cliff), Lisa Sanchez (Robert), Molly Sena ...

Horlando Depaz Tellez, Jr.

January 12, 2022

Horlando DepazTellez, Jr., 31, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 12, 2022

He is survived by his wife of 7 years Jodi Tellez, sons: Isaiah Ruiz, Jonet Ruiz, Malakai Torres; parents: Horlando D. Tellez, Sr. and Sue Durango; brothers: Austin Tellez, Leo Tellez; sisters: Aileen Tellez, Shandel Chavez, Brisa Chavez; grandfather Severo Chavez and...

Larry L. Anaya

January 11, 2022

Larry L. Anaya, passed away on Tuesday, January 11, 2022 at the age of 72.

He is preceded in death by his father Arturo Anaya, mother Phyllis Garcia Anaya, daughter Lori Ann Sandoval, brother Arthur Tuddie Anaya.

Larry is survived by his wife of 43 years Esperanza (Hope) Anaya; daughter Evelina Griego; son Danny Sandoval;...

Juanita "Juana" Abeyta

January 9, 2022

Our loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend Juanita “Juana” A. Abeyta left this world peacefully with her beloved family by her side on Sunday, January 9, 2022, at the age of 75.

Juana is survived by her children: Daniel Sanchez and wife Heather, Dennis Sanchez, Stephanie Jaramillo (Smith), Russell Smith and wife Janelle; grandchildren: Feliciana, Deven, Nicholas,...

Sue Armstrong

January 9, 2022

Sue Armstrong, 79, passed away peacefully in hospice on Monday, January 9, 2022.

Sue is survived by a daughter Laurie, numerous brothers, sisters, nieces & nephews, great nieces, nephews and many, many longtime friends.

Sue was head cheerleader in the first graduating class of St. Pius High School. She graduated from University of Albuquerque with...

Anthony "Tony" Budetti

January 8, 2022

Anthony "Tony" Budetti passed away on Saturday, January 8, 2022 at the age of 64.

Tony's Life Celebration will begin with a Rosary to be recited on Thursday, January 27, 2022 at 6:30 pm at Salazar Mortuary located at 400 Third St SW, 87102. Service will begin at 7:00 pm.

Martha Marie Mercer

January 7, 2022

Martha Marie Mercer born May 19, 1929, in Mansfield Ohio, passed away on January 7, 2022, at the age of 92. Martha was firstly a homemaker but also worked in insurance, banking, education, and jewelry sales during her blessed life in Mansfield, Albuquerque, Santa Fe and Taos. Martha was a Cub Scout leader for her sons, Brownie leader for...

Maria P. Rasband

January 6, 2022

Maria P. Rasband, 75, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 6, 2022.

She is preceded in death by her mother Sylvia Ortega, father Francisco Ortega, and brother Frank Ortega, Jr.

Maria is survived by her daughter Tina Garcia (Vincent); sister in law Angie Ortega; 3 grandchildren: Vincent, Francisco, Jolene; 5 grandchildren: Angelina,...

Paul Chavez

January 6, 2022

Paul went to his eternal home on January 6, 2022.

He is survived by his seven children:  Andrew, Samantha, Paul, Alex, Alyssa, Marcus, and Ariana; seven grandchildren: Jaylynn, Nevaeh, Fabian, Jenna, Avrey, Marilyn, and Angelique; mother Helen Chavez, brother Eric Chavez; several aunts, uncles, cousins and childhood friends.

Paul's Life Celebration will begin with a...