Obituaries

Dana Kay Pexa

Dec 20, 2024

Dana Kay Pexa, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, friend, and community advocate, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2024, at the age of 80.

Dana was born on October 21, 1944, in Brownwood, Texas, to Narn Vernon and Veva Bolton. She spent her early years in Brownwood before moving to Fort Pierre, South Dakota, where she met and fell in love with...

William Nelson

Dec 20, 2024

Son, Husband, Brother, Drummer.

William (Bill) Keith Nelson, a man of extraordinary talent and steadfast determination, passed away on December 20, 2024, at the age of 59. Born on May 21, 1965, in Phoenix, Arizona, Bill brought joy and inspiration to those who knew him through his humor, creativity, and dedication.

From an early age, Bill displayed a sharp wit and a...

Marilyn Clark

Dec 18, 2024

Marilyn J. Clark was called to the Lord on December 18th, 2024.

Marilyn was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois and spent most of her adult life living in her beloved Albany, New York where she worked for General Electric as an Administrative Assistant until her retirement after devoting 25 years to her career which brought her many friendships....

Dr. Keith William Harvie, DO

Dec 18, 2024

Dr. Harvie passed away December 18, 2024, at the age of 84. His immense impact on his friends, loved ones, patients, and the community will not be forgotten. The Harvie family moved to Albuquerque in December 1973 with their 2 children. Dr. Harvie began his private medical practice in Albuquerque; Orthopedic Consultants, where he cared for patients as an Orthopedic...

Emily Chavez

Dec 17, 2024

Our beloved mother, sister and grandmother, Emily Chavez, was called to heaven on December 17, 2024. Born in Albuquerque, New Mexico to her parents Alfredo and Eleanor Trujillo, Emily lived a lifetime of happiness for 85 years.

As Emily began her life as a wife and mother, she married her husband, Johnny who she shared her life with for 50 wonderful...

Jerald "Jerry" LeRoy Baker

Dec 17, 2024

Jerald LeRoy Baker was born March 6, 1937, in a home near Stennett, Iowa (although he sometimes told us he was born in a manager). His parents LeRoy and Elizabeth Baker raised Jerry and his sisters Joy and Ann in Elliott, Iowa, where Jerry attended high school, competing in football and track and delivering groceries after school. Jerry attended Northwest...

Robert Thomas Lewis

Dec 17, 2024

Robert Thomas Lewis died December 17, 2024, at home in Rio Rancho, NM. He was born September 2, 1928, in Kansas City, MO. His parents were James O. and Myrtle (Kemper) Lewis. The family lived in Iowa for seven years before moving to Mt. Vernon, MO in 1935.

He is survived by his wife, Idell, of 72 years and...

Betty Griego

Dec 16, 2024

Betty Griego, 79, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away serenely and peacefully on December 16, 2024, with her children at her side. She was a cherished wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

Her loving husband of 49 years, John P. Griego, preceded her in death, as did her great-granddaughter Kyra and sisters Anita, Irene, and Mary. Despite...

Hal Meyer

Dec 15, 2024

Hal Meyer, born on November 25, 1949, in Washington, D.C., passed away at his home in Edgewood, New Mexico, on December 15, 2024, at the age of 75. He will be remembered for his sharp mind, adventurous spirit, deep love for the natural world, and his limitless stories.

Hal began his working life in humble yet hardworking roles, including as a...

Crystal Lynn Gallegos

Dec 14, 2024

It is with profound sadness, that we announce the passing of Crystal Lynn Gallegos, daughter of Leroy and Kathy Roberson-Gallegos, sister, granddaughter, niece, cousin, as well as an outstanding friend to many. Crystal passed on December 14, 2024, at 41 years old, and as a resident of Belen, New Mexico. She was born on January 18,1983, on Kirtland Air Force...

Ramon Ben Trujillo

Dec 14, 2024

Ramon Benjamin Trujillo, 89, passed away on December 14, 2024, after a battle with a stroke. He was preceded in death by his mother, Sophia Cordova; father, Benjamin Trujillo; brothers, Joseph and Richard Trujillo; and grandson, Dominic Perea. Ramon is survived by his devoted wife of 62 years, Betty Jean Trujillo; daughter and son-in-law, Christine and Kris Perea; son and...

Sharon Adele Donk

Dec 14, 2024

Sharon Adele Donk, 90, beloved Mother and Daughter, was called to her eternal resting place on December 14, 2024. She entered this world on May 22, 1934 in Ogden, UT. Born to Bill and Mabel Pingree. Sharon was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Donk and her son, Scott Donk. She is survived by her sons Randy, Ronald and...

Rita Phifer

Dec 14, 2024

Rita Phifer, age 80, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, and daughter, was called to her eternal resting place on Saturday, December 14, 2024. She entered this world on February 17, 1944, in Albuquerque, NM, born to Carmel and Igenia Vigil.

She is survived by her husband, Donald Phifer MD; daughter, Debbie Allen; son, Robert Trujillo; son, Chris Trujillo; and daughter,...

Rosetta Weekes

Dec 13, 2024

Rosetta Weekes passed away on December 13, 2024. She was born on September 30, 1943, in Birmingham, Alabama.

As we celebrate Rosetta's life, we invite family and friends to join in honoring her memory.

A visitation will be held on Friday, December 27, 2024, at 10:00 AM, followed by a funeral service at 11:00 AM at the First Baptist Church of Rio...

Celedon A. Gabaldon

Dec 13, 2024

Celedon “Sal” A. Gabaldon, born June 12,1938, passed away peacefully on the afternoon of December 13, 2024, two months after his beloved wife, Rosalie J. Gabaldon passed away. He is survived by his daughter Celeste G. Rhoades, daughter Laverne G. Brooks (Brian), brother Premetivo Gabaldon Jr. (Jo), brother Vivian Gabaldon, brother LeRoy Gabaldon (Dorothy), granddaughter Nicole “Nikki” Gabaldon, grandson Isaiah...

Judith "Judy" Lois Tripp

Dec 13, 2024

Judith "Judy" Lois Tripp age 81, passed away in Albuquerque on Friday, December 13, 2024, in the company of her sisters. Judy was born in 1943 in Albuquerque, N.M. and was a life-long resident. Judy was a fiercely independent, passionate, multi-talented, intelligent woman who loved life and who demonstrated a spirit of adventure in almost everything she did! She overcame...

Francisco Chavez

Dec 13, 2024

Frank G. Chavez, a deeply loved father, grandfather, and community pillar, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2024, in Bernalillo, New Mexico, at the age of 87. Born on November 11, 1937, in Casa Salazar, New Mexico, Frank's life was defined by unwavering faith, devotion to his family, and a steadfast commitment to his community.

In 1967, alongside his wife, Georgina,...

Robert St. John

Dec 13, 2024

Robert M. St. John, Jr. died on December 13, 2024, in Albuquerque. He was 92. Born July 16, 1932, in Jackson, MI, Bob was the son of the late Robert M. St. John, Sr. and Marguerite W. (Roberts) St. John. Bob was raised in Dubuque, IA, and Memphis, TN, where he graduated from Messick High School in 1950. He attended...

Juanita Marie Kilijanski

Dec 13, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Juanita Marie (Martinez) Kilijanski, aged 68, a beloved wife, sister, and aunt. Juanita passed away peacefully at home on December 13, 2024, surrounded by her family.

Juanita was the devoted wife of Mark Kilijanski, with whom she shared 29 wonderful years of marriage. A devout Catholic, Juanita's faith was a...

Paula Leming

Dec 13, 2024

Mrs. Paula Leming, age 80 of Rio Rancho, New Mexico and formerly of Arkadelphia, Arkansas passed away on December 13, 2024. She was born in 1944, the daughter of Paul and Kathryn.

Mrs. Leming graduated from Eastern Illinois University with degrees in German and Spanish and from Michigan State University with graduate degrees in both. She was a retired German and...