Obituaries

Derreck Brian Baca

Derreck Brian Baca

April 1, 2020

On Wednesday, April 1, 2020, Derreck Brian Baca passed away.

He was born in Santa Fe, New Mexico to James and Lucilla Baca.

Derreck was most proud of his beautiful daughter, Talia.

He was a successful entrepreneur and business owner who loved water sports and big toys. Derreck’s signature smile and laugh endeared...

Valente Acosta-Bustillos

Valente Acosta-Bustillos

March 30, 2020

Valente Acosta-Bustillos, 52, went to be with our Lord on Monday, March 30, 2020.

He is preceded in death by his father Manuel Acosta, mother Guadalupe Bustillos, and granson Orlando Lazarito Transas Melendez.

He is survived by his sons: Rafael Melendez, Valente Acosta Jr.; daughter Veronica Ajanel; stepchildren: Angel Munoz, Frank Muniz, Carlos Muniz, Guadalupe...

Louis B. Ashley

Louis B. Ashley

March 27, 2020

Louis Bert Ashley, 56, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2020.

Barbara J. Duran

Barbara J. Duran

March 27, 2020

Barbara J. Duran, 73, went to be with our Lord on Friday, March 27, 2020.

Barbara is preceded in death by her parents Samuel and Ann Martinez, Daughter Kimberly Duran, son John Paul Duran, brothers; Leo Martinez, Alfonso Martinez, sisters; Lorraine Mariani, and Dorothy Martinez.

She is survived by her husband of 56 years Leroy...

Emiliano Correa Romero

Emiliano Correa Romero

March 23, 2020

Emiliano Correa Romero received his angel wings on Monday, March 23, 2020.

Rose Evelyn Cordova

Rose Evelyn Cordova

March 21, 2020

Rose Cordova, the fiercely loving, feisty, fun, pistol of a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, sister, friend, and so much more, passed away peacefully at home on the morning of Saturday, March 21, 2020.

At the time of her passing, she was a radiant 102 years old and she left this world surrounded with the...

Andy Hurbina

Andy Hurbina

March 15, 2020

Andres "Andy" Hurbina, 83, went to be with our Lord peacefully surrounded by family at home on Sunday, March 15, 2020.

Andy was born in Torreon, New Mexico to Fidel and Ramoncita on December 18, 1936.

Andy is survived by his wife of 65 years Sylvia Hurbina. They were blessed with 7 children; Ramona Ayala,...

Raul Martinez Lopez, Sr.

Raul Martinez Lopez, Sr.

March 13, 2020

Raul Martinez Lopez, Sr. passed away on Friday, March 13, 2020 at the age of 51.

Raul is preceded in death by his father Doroteo Martinez, mother Aurelia Lopez Corral, and sister Elena Martinez.

Raul is survived by his son Raul Martinez Lopez, Jr., daughters; Giselle Martinez, Brittney Martinez, brothers; Victor Martinez, Martin Martinez, sisters;...

Felipe "Phil" Chavez

Felipe "Phil" Chavez

March 9, 2020

Felipe "Phil" Chavez, 66, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2020.

Phil is preceded in death by his parents Antonio & Joyce Chavez, and sister Gloria Chavez-Fitch.

He is survived by his sisters; Barbara Chavez-Rock (Jim), Lisa Mitchell, and Ana Chavez-Strome (Christopher). He is also survived by his nieces and nephews; Chandra Chavez, Derek Strome,...

Ron L. Torres

Ron L. Torres

March 8, 2020

Ronald (Ron) Leon Torres (57) born April 19, 1962 in Albuquerque, NM passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2020.

Ron is survived by his daughters Elissia and Rose, their mother Beverly; siblings Florence Lujan (Valentino), Josie Anaya (Randy), Bernadine Torres,  and James Torres, nine nieces and nephews, and many other family and friends.

He is...

Lorraine Mcafee

Lorraine Mcafee

March 8, 2020

Lorraine McAfee, 96, went to be with our Lord on Sunday, March 8, 2020.

Lorraine's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Friday, March 13, 2020 at 8:00 a.m.at Holy Family Catholic Church located at 562 Atrisco Dr SW, 87105. A Rosary will be recited at 8:30 a.m. Mass to begin at 9:00 a.m. Burial will...

Aurelia Lopez Corral

Aurelia Lopez Corral

March 1, 2020

Aurelia Lopez Corral passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2020.

Aurelia's LIfe Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Friday, March 6, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. at Salazar Mortuary. Rosary will be recited at 6:00 p.m.  Communion Service will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at San Jose Catholic Church, followed by Burial...

Jimmy "Daddy" Maldonado

Jimmy "Daddy" Maldonado

February 28, 2020

Jimmy Maldonado (Big Daddy) went to be with the Lord on Friday, February 28, 2020.

Jimmy is preceded in death by his father Paul Maldonado and his sister Geraldine Estrada.

He is survived by his mother Mickey Maldonado, his brothers: Michael (Merillyn) Maldonado, Charlie (Margie) Maldonado, and Anthony (Gaby) Maldonado;...

James Dario Castillo

James Dario Castillo

February 26, 2020

James Dario Castillo, 57, passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2020.

Dario is preceded in death by his parents Gilbert and Rosela Castillo, brother John Castillo, and many loved family and friends.

He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Lourdes Castillo, daughters; Bernadette Castillo ( Freddy Roybal), Darlene Castillo, brothers; Jose Castillo (Letty),...

Rosemary Paz Sanchez

Rosemary Paz Sanchez

February 18, 2020

Rosemary Paz Sanchez, 81, passed away on Tuesday, February 18, 2020.

Rosemary was born on April 12, 1938 in Carnuel, NM to Ursenio and Elicia Paz.

She is preceded in death by her husband of 52 years Tomas P. Sanchez, son Jerry Sanchez, daughter Sarah Sanchez, brothers: Larry Paz, Florencio Paz, sisters: Dora Pena, Lucy...

Robert A. Martinez

Robert A. Martinez

February 17, 2020

Robert A. Martinez, 85, joined his wife on Monday, February 17, 2020.

Robert is preceded in death by his parents Antonio A. and Anna Maria Martinez, his wife of 52 years Ida S. Martinez, brothers: James Leroy, and Lorenzo.

He is survived by his children: Anna "Lizzie" Chavez (Abe), Robert H. Martinez (Norma), Jonetta Martinez-Pacias...

Dr. Edward T. Peter

Dr. Edward T. Peter

February 16, 2020

Dr. Edward T. Peter, 86, passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2020 surrounded by loving family. Dr. Peter was born on August 9, 1933 in Century, Florida. He graduated from the University of Alabama at the age of 19 and went on to become a medical doctor. He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1965 to 1967 and...

Gilbert C. Romero

Gilbert C. Romero

February 16, 2020

Gilbert C. Romero, 81, passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2020.  He was predeceased by his wife of 59 years, Eloise R. Romero and granddaughter, Kristine Dunworth.

Gilbert is survived by his daughters:  Kathleen Clack, Theresa Dunworth and husband Brian; son, Steve Schula and wife Tanya; three sisters: Rosemary Romero, Irene Romero, Cecilia Yannoni and husband Louie;...

Germaine M. Quintana

Germaine M. Quintana

February 8, 2020

Germaine M. Quintana, 54, went to be with our Lord on Saturday, February 8, 2020.Germaine is preceded in death by her father Luis Quintana. She is survived by her mother Mary Louise Quintana, son Nathan Quintana, daughter Marissa Quintana, brothers Luis Quintana (Sandy) and Frank Quintana (Joanne) and sister Jennifer Quintana.

Germaine's Life Celebration will begin with...

Patricia D. Pacheco

Patricia D. Pacheco

February 8, 2020

Our beloved mother Patricia D. Pacheco (Patsy) went home peacefully to our Lord on Saturday, February 8, 2020.

She is preceded in death by her parents Ismael Candelaria and Susie Montoya, brothers Ismael, Barney, and also her loving husband of 57 years Fidel Pacheco, Sr.

Patsy is survived by her children;  Juan and Wife Geneva,...