Obituaries

Doreta M. Novaria

September 18, 2021

Doreta M. Novaria passed away on Saturday, September 18, 2021.

Awaiting her arrival at the gates of Heaven were her husband Jack Novaria; parents Polly and Earl Talbert; aunt Cloma Higdon; also special people in her life Lucille and Ron.

Doreta is survived by her daughter Terri Hardie and husband Jim; grandson and light of...

Cheryl Ann Eaton

September 17, 2021

Loving Wife, Mother, and Friend, Cheryl Ann Eaton, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on Friday, September 17, 2021 at the age of 72.

She was preceded in death by her father Harold Odell; mother Agnes Odell; brothers: John Odell, Bill Odell; and her youngest son Stephen "Sam" Minces.

Cheryl is survived by her husband...

Sabrina M. Sullivan

September 16, 2021

Sabrina M. Sullivan died on Thursday, September 16, 2021 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

She was preceded in death by her father Mike L. Sullivan; grandparents: Lena and Joe (Wilma) Galassini.

Sabrina is survived by her brother John L. Sullivan (Amanda) of Albuquerque, New Mexico, as well as many uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and...

Ismael Rodriguez

September 16, 2021

Ismael Rodriguez, 35, passed away on Thursday, September 16, 2021.

Ismael's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Thursday, September 30, 2021 at 5:00pm at Salazar Mortuary located at 400 Third St SW, 87102. Rosary will be recited at 7:00pm. Final Viewing will take place on Friday, October 1, 2021 at 8:30am at Salazar Mortuary. Mass...

Maryann Mendoza

September 11, 2021

MaryAnn Mendoza, 74, went to be with our Lord on Saturday, September 11, 2021.

She is preceded in death by her father Benjamin Rodriguez and mother Maria Louisa Garcia.

MaryAnn is survived by her daughters: Darlene Ruiz-Gonzalez, Marleen Anzures; sisters: Anna Alcorta and husband Charlie, Lydia Vargas and husband Louie; three grandchildren: Meregildo Zapata, Candice...

Joe P. (J.P.) Martinez

September 9, 2021

Joe P. (J.P.) Martinez, a resident of Bernalillo passed away on Thursday, September 9, 2021 at the age of 77.

J.P. was preceded in death by his parents Jose and Clara Martinez; brother Felix; sisters: Angie, Theresa; son-in-law Andy, and just a few days earlier, his younger brother Melvin.

J.P. is survived by his loving...

Angie Peralta

September 8, 2021

In the presence of her family, Angie C. Peralta, passed into the loving arms of our Lord Jesus Christ on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at the age of 81.

She was preceded in death by her husband Eluvilio Peralta; parents Onesimo and Teresa Chavez; brother Joe Chavez;  sister Anita Chavez; son-in-law Greg Clark;  brother-in-law’s: Romulo Barboa, Wilfred...

Mike Salazar

September 7, 2021

Paul Michael Salazar was born on March 10, 1945 to Paul and Carmelita Salazar. His gregarious 76 years with us ended on Tuesday, September 7, 2021.

Mike was preceded in death by his younger brother Donald M. Salazar and the mother of his only daughter Joanne Sanchez (Salazar). His greatest love and commitment was to his daughter...

Leondro Alexander Trujillo

September 6, 2021

Leondro Alexander Trujillo was called home on Monday, September 6, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his grandfather Richard A. Trujillo, grandmother Rosie Hall, uncle Rene’ Sanchez, uncle Travis Dehart, cousin Christopher D. Trujillo, and many other extended family and friends.

He is survived by his parents Jennifer and Joseph Hall, Sr.; Sergio and...

Joseph A. Herrera

September 6, 2021

Joseph A. Herrera passed away on Monday, September 6, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his grandpa Carlos Lopez, uncle Panzon Lopez, father-in-law Anthony Barreras; great-grandma Maria Monge; uncle Michael Arellano; great-uncles: Fredy Monge, Tony Monge, Manuel Lopez, and great-grandpa Miguel Arellano, Jr.

Joseph is survived by his wife of 7 years, Angelic Herrera;...

Dr. Joe Valles

September 5, 2021

“No matter how long it takes, or how long I have to travel, I will find you again. Because we’re family, and I love you. Forever.”

Dr. Joe Valles passed suddenly and unexpectedly on September 5, 2021.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Joe. E and Margaret Vallez; brothers: John Vallez, Lino Vallez; ...

Anthony "Tone" Padilla

September 5, 2021

Devoted husband, father, son, brother, and friend, Anthony "Tone" Angel Padilla was called to his final resting place in Heaven with our Lord Jesus Christ on Sunday, September 5, 2021 at the age of 41.

Awaiting Anthony's arrival at the gates of Heaven were his father Paul Padilla and father-in-law Steve Aranda.

Anthony is survived...

Reagan Trout

September 3, 2021

Reagan Trout, 68, passed away on Friday, September 3, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his mother-in-law Reyna Lucero, sister-in-law Monica Mauck, and brother-in-law Richard Maestas.

Reagan is survived by his high school sweetheart (since 1970) and wife of 45 years Dorothy Trout; daughters: Kimberly Murphy (Kevin), Lauren Meadows (Brandon); 3 grandchildren: Cohen Murphy,...

Joey F. Nogales

August 31, 2021

Joey F. Nogales, 58, went to be with our Lord on Tuesday, August 31, 2021. He passed away in his home, with his wife Vonnica by his side.

He was preceded in death by his father Louis Nogales, Sr. and brother Louis Nogales, Jr.

Joey is survived by his wife of 34 years, Vonnica Nogales;...

Armelina "Mellie" Chavez

August 31, 2021

Loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, Armelina "Mellie" Chavez, 90, passed away on Tuesday, August 31, 2021.

Armelina is survived by her son Dennis Salazar (Valerie); daughters: Anna Ayala (Jack), Marilyn Sanchez (Jerry); sister Perla Torres, 11 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.

Armelina's Life Celebration will begin with a Rosary will be recited on Friday,...

Louie S. Montaño

August 31, 2021

Wonderful husband, great father, and amazing grandpa, Louie S. Montaño, 80, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 31, 2021.

He is preceded in death by his parents Eulogio and Amelia Montaño; brothers: Ernie Montaño, David Montaño, Michael Montaño, James Montaño; sisters: Rita Padilla, Sylvia Montaño, and Bertha Montaño.

Louie is survived by...

Sandra Sedillo

August 31, 2021

Sandra Sedillo went to her eternal rest on Tuesday,  August 31, 2021 surrounded by family and friends who loved her.

Sandra was a generous and compassionate person and will be dearly missed by all who loved her.  She will be missed by her parents Lydia and Gilbert Sedillo, siblings James, David, and Donna (Vince Apodaca, niece- Veronica,...

Floyd Z. Sandoval

August 28, 2021

Floyd Z. Sandoval passed away on Saturday, August 28, 2021 at the age of 77.

Floyd's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Monday, September 27, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. at Salazar Mortuary located at 400 Third St SW, 87102. Service will begin at 6:00 p.m.

Benito Torres Aguirre

August 28, 2021

Benito Torres Aguirre of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on Saturday, August 28, 2021 at the age of 81, with his family by his side.

He is preceded in death by his father Concepcion Torres Ponce and mother Soledad Aguirre Chairez.

He is survived by his wife Rita Rebeles de Torres and children.

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George A. Figler

August 23, 2021

George A. Figler, 78, went to be with our Lord on Monday, August 23, 2021.

He is preceded in death by his wife of 50 years Idamae Catherine Figler; father Donald Figler, Sr.; daughter Crystal Figler; mother Marion Figler (White); brother Donald Joseph Figler, Jr.; sisters: Virginia "Ginger" Figler, and Marilyn Post (Figler).

George is...