Obituaries

John I. King

January 11, 2021

John I. King, 67, went to be with our Lord on Monday, January 11, 2021.

John is preceded in death by his father Irwin King, mother Betsy (Endito) King, sister Linda Begay, and brother Irvin King, Jr.

He is survived by his wife of 6 years (together 20 years) Ruth (Allery) King; sons: Andre King...

Anne Marie Wheeler

January 10, 2021

Anne Marie (Cavarerro) Wheeler born in Santa Monica California on February 1, 1922 made her way to heaven on Sunday, January 10, 2021 at her home surrounded by her children.

Anne was lovingly called Mom, Nona, Queen Mother, Grandma Nona, and Grammie Nona.

She is survived by her four children: Pat Finnegan (Hugh Burgess), Sharon...

Jenny Marie Garcia

January 8, 2021

Jenny Marie Garcia, 45, passed away on January 8, 2021.

The Lord Our Savior brought her home after battling serious health issues.

Jenny is preceded by death by her mother Diana; her sister-in-law Eileen Garcia; and her two four legged friends: Laffy and Amy.

She is survived by her father Benjamin Garcia; family...

Ralph Garcia

January 6, 2021

Beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, and friend, Ralph Garcia passed away on Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at the age of 75.

Ralph is preceded in death by his mother Marie; father Albert; brothers: Emmanuel, Frank; sister-in-law Lucy Garcia; father-in-law Bob Wilson; mother-in-law Marjorie Wilson-Raney; infant brother-in-law Glenn Wilson; grandson Julio G. Apodaca; and his beloved dog Sadie....

Rebeca Salazar

January 5, 2021

Beloved wife and mother, Rebeca Salazar passed away on Tuesday, January 5, 2021.

She is survived by her husband Gilbert Salazar, her loving son Oscar Madrid, her daughter in-law, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

Rebeca was a faithful Christian and was a devote member of Casa Del Rey Church, where she was blessed with numerous thoughtful ...

Adán Antonio Carriaga

2021

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Adán Carriaga.

Adán grew up and lived in Old Town, off 15th Street. He was a major part of the community. He was the last member of his family to pass.

Adán was preceded in death by his parents: Adam and Ruth; his siblings:...

Felipe Herrera

2021

Beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great-grandfather, uncle, and friend, Felipe Herrera, died with his family at his side on April 14, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 73 years Bertha; son George Herrera; parents: Leonardo and Tomasita Herrera; sister Rosemary Parish; brothers: Flavio, Henry, and Leonardo Jr.

He is survived by his...

Paul Thompson

January 1, 2021

Paul Thompson, 71, went home to the Lord on Friday, January 1, 2021.

Paul is preceded in death by his parents Fred and Selina Thompson; wife Pauline Thompson; sons: Dwayne Thompson, Michael Thompson, Tyrone Sice; brothers: Edmund Thompson, Donald Avery, Robert Avery, and Raymond Avery.

Survivors include his children: Paula Thompson, her daughter Shannon, from...

Adelma Esquibel

December 31, 2020

Adelma Esquibel, 78, went to be with our Lord on Thursday, December 31, 2020. She is preceded in death by her husband Ismael; son Marty; parents: Alejandro and Edumenia; sisters: Feloniz, Loveida, and Lillian.

Adelma is survived by her children: Ruthie (Jesus) Banuelos, Freddie (Kathleen) Esquibel,  Terry (Caren) Esquibel; brother Larry; grandchildren: Jesus Jr. (Karla) Banuelos, Fabian...

Edward J. Chavez, Sr.

December 29, 2020

Edward Jerome Chavez, Sr. went to be with our Lord on Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at the age of 64.

Edward is preceded in death by his father David Chavez, mother Priscilla Soliz, grandson Edward Jerome Chavez III, four brothers, and one sister.

He is survived by longtime partner Rosemarie Nelson; daughter Germaine Tafoya (Johnny...

Anna Nguyen Thi Sieng

December 28, 2020

Anna Nguyen Thi Sieng, 85, passed away on Monday, December 28, 2020.

Anna's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Thursday, January 7, 2021 from 8:00am - 11:00am at Salazar Mortuary located at 400 third St SW, 87102. Service will begin at 12:00 pm at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church located at 1818 Coal Place SE,...

Lugardita "Lugie" Gonzales

December 28, 2020

Lugardita "Lugie" Gonzales, 84, went to be with our Lord on Monday, December 28, 2020.

She is preceded in death by her husband of 48 years Paul Gonzales; parents Antonio and Erma Griego; brother Tony Griego; and sister MaryAnn Mora.

Lugardita is survived by her children: Steve Gonzales, Chris (Hillary) Gonzales, Matthew Gonzales, Dorothy (Joe)...

Carlos Luis Montaño

December 27, 2020

Our beloved husband, father, son, brother, and a loyal friend, Carlos Luis Montaño, passed away on Sunday, December 27, 2020 at the age of 46.

Carlos leaves behind his wife Ofelia Muñoz Montaño; their children: Adrian, Alfredo, Angel, Giancarlo; his three oldest boys in Illinois: Gabriel (14), Daniel (13), Benjamin (12); parents: Carmen Leyba Montaño, Tommy Montaño; ...

Alex A. Fajardo

December 24, 2020

Alex A. Fajardo went home to be with his savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, December 24, 2020.

Alex is preceded in death by his parents Doroteo and Mary Fajardo, and sister in-law Della Fajardo.

He is survived by his wife Cecilia Fajardo; step-sons: John Romero (Diana), Chris Romero (Jo Ann); brothers: Eddie Fajardo, Rudy Fajardo...

Steve A. Padilla

December 23, 2020

Steve A. Padilla, 59, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 23, 2020.

Steve is preceded in death by his parents Leo and Mary Padilla, and brothers: Leon Padilla, and Larry Padilla.

He is survived by his wife of 39 years Juliana Padilla; sons: Steven Padilla (Jazzlyn); daughter Nicole Gallegos (Robert); sisters: Patricia...

Dolores Astorga

December 23, 2020

Dolores Astorga Unzueta, 71, passed away on Wednesday, December 23, 2020.

Dolores was born in Duango, Mexico on May 5, 1949 to Alfonso Unzueta and Emiliana Uribe.

Dolores is preceded in death by her daughter Floridalia Astorga.

She is survived by her husband of 53 years Atanacio Astorga; sons: Alfonso Astorga (Maribel), Ricardo...

Victoria D. "Baby Girl" Trujillo

December 20, 2020

Victoria D. "Baby Girl" Trujillo, 24, passed away on Sunday, December 20, 2020.

Victoria is survived by her mother Sally Trujillo, father Felix Romero, boyfriend Julio Ruiz, brother Isaac Gonzales, grandfather Jake Zamora, cousin Ricky, also many friends.

Victoria was a risk taker, she wasn't afraid to try new things. Some things she tried were...

Lydia Chavez

December 19, 2020

Lydia Chavez (Flores),89 years old, went to be with our Lord on Saturday, December 19, 2020.

She was born in Carrizozo, New Mexico to Daniel B. and Simodosea L.Chavez. She attended Santa Rita Catholic School in Carrizozo, New Mexico. She was very proud of being a good student and would often speak of getting lots of dimes...

José Raúl Plata Hernández

December 19, 2020

José Raúl Plata Hernández, age 68, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 19, 2020.

José is predeceased by his father Jose Ascension Plata, Sr.; brothers: Armando Plata, José Ascension Plata, Jr.; and his niece Angelica Plata.

He leaves behind his wife of 46 years Martha Plata; sons: José Jesús Plata, José Manuel...

Efren Lopez

December 18, 2020

Efren Lopez, 65, passed away on Friday, December 18, 2020.

Efren's Life Celebration details are to be announced.