Obituaries

Viola Hininger

Jan 15, 2025

Viola Vigil Hininger

03/11/1930 - 01/15/2025

Passed peacefully at home in the presence of loved ones. Born in Alamosa, CO to Agapita Ortega Vigil and Filbert Vigil Sr. She was preceded in death by her husband Wendell Wayne Hininger, daughter Patti R. Gioia, grandsons Nicholas W. C'de Baca and Gregory K. Burns. She is survived by her son James R. Hininger of...

Patricia Dunkeson

Jan 15, 2025

Patricia Pine Dunkeson, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2025, at the age of 80, surrounded by her loving family. Born in 1944 in Albuquerque, Pat was the eldest of three daughters. Her life was a testament to kindness, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to her family and friends.

Patricia grew up in New...

William Gilbert Brinson

Jan 14, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce William “Bill” Gilbert Brinson, 68, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away unexpectedly in his home on January 14, 2025. Bill was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. 

Bill was born on July 27, 1956, in Victorville, California, to Harry and Mitsuyo Brinson. Growing up in a military family, Bill’s early years...

Pauline Grace Baca Garcia

Jan 14, 2025

Pauline Grace Baca Garcia, 86, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. Born on January 25, 1938, in Belen, New Mexico, to Elfego and Florela Baca, Pauline graduated from Belen High School where she was an active student, serving as class president and cheerleader.

Her upbringing, as the daughter of a seamstress and Chief of Police,...

Georgia Maez

Jan 14, 2025

Georgia Maez passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. She was preceded in death by her son, John Thomas Maez; her father, Jose Muniz; and her mother, Elsie Muniz. She is survived by her husband, Joseph Maez; son, David Maez; granddaughter, Alexandra Rivera, and husband, Michael; grandson, Anthony Joseph Maez and partner, Erica; great-granddaughters, Sophie, Ella, and Bonnie; brothers, Jerry...

Laura Hernandez

Jan 14, 2025

Laura "Nini" Hernandez, 73, of Albuquerque, New Mexico went home to be with the Lord on January 14, 2025. She was born in Albuquerque, NM the daughter to Rupert Marquez and Grace Cardenas, wife to David Chavez.

Laura dedicated 20 years of service to Presbyterian Hospital where she was known for her hard work and compassion

Laura cherished her personal life. She...

Matthew McKenney

Jan 13, 2025

Matthew John Mckenney, born April 17, 2019, was the epitome of everything good in the world. He was always happy even when encountering sadness that his genuine innocence protected him from. Chu, as Garrett and his family called him, was always smiling and loving. He greeted his family and friends with the biggest hugs you've ever gotten and a sincere...

Annelle T. King

Jan 13, 2025

Annelle T King passed away on Jan. 13,2025, in Albuquerque. 'Nell' was born on June 22,1934, in Throop, PA, to George and Anna Boyer the last of ten children. Her parents had emigrated from Poland in the first decade of the 20th century. She married James E King Sr in 1953, when both were in the US Air Force, living...

Elizabeth MacKenzie

Jan 13, 2025

Elizabeth MacKenzie, age 64, passed away at home, in the state of grace, having received the apostolic blessings and last rites of Holy Mother Church, in the Town of Bernalillo, New Mexico, in the early hours of Monday, January 13, 2025, on the Octave Day of the Epiphany.

Elizabeth was preceded in death by grandparents, Joseph Villere and Zelia Leger Duplechain,...

William Swartz

Jan 13, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of William "Bill" Swartz. Bill passed away at home on Monday, January 13th, 2025, at the age of 81, less than a week after his beloved wife, Cherry. Bill and Cherry's joint memorial service will be held on Friday, January 24, 2025, 2:00 p.m. at FRENCH-Lomas. For those not able...

Douglas Kent Ray

Jan 13, 2025

Douglas Kent Ray passed away on Monday, January 13, 2025, from complications of bladder cancer. He was born March 22, 1944 in Zanesville, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his parents, John G. Ray and Regina Ray, and sister, Judy Galbreath. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Ellen; his brother, Reg (Donna) and many nieces and...

Margaret Baca

Jan 12, 2025

Margaret Baca, age 95, passed away on January 12, 2025. She was born on January 2, 1930 in Anton Chico, New Mexico. She will be laid to rest at Santa Fe National Cemetery with her late husband, Adiel S. Baca. Her legacy will forever be cherished by her family.

"If you could see me now you...

John Martin Fagley

Jan 12, 2025

John Martin Fagley, (Jeff or Jefesito), passed away Sunday, January 12, 2025, in Rio Rancho, NM. He was born June 23, 1951, in Mount Kisco, New York. His mother was Mary Jane Coburn Fagley. His father was Richard M. Fagley. He is survived by his wife, Miriam Velazquez-Fagley: his daughter, Caitlin Velazquez-Fagley; his son-in-law, Alvaro Agundez Garcia; his granddaughter, Matilda;...

Debra Stroup

Jan 12, 2025

Debbie L. Stroup, wife, mother, "Omo," and friend, passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico at age 69. She is survived by her husband, Michael Stroup, sister, Sheri Maloy, her husband, TJ and sons, Aaron and Shawn; daughter, Ryan Levi and wife Alaina; daughter, Shelby; grandchildren, Audry, Presley, Atreyu "Patrick," Neeva, Sawyer, Asha; and one great-grandson,...

Julia Wilda Jones

Jan 12, 2025

Julia Wilda Jones (Julie), of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on January 12, 2025 after fighting cancer for several months, during which time her faith and trust in Jesus Christ were extremely evident.

Julie was born on August 24, 1963 to James Warren Jones Sr. and JoAnn Whitney Jones in Las Vegas, NV. After Julie graduated 8th in her class from Manzano...

Lilly Viola Ulibarri

Jan 11, 2025

Lilly Ulibarri, Our beloved Daughter and Sister passed away on January 11, 2025. Memorial donations may be made in Lilly's name to Travis and Crystal.

Memorable moments being held with love from her mom and dad and siblings. Love being in mama's stomach hearing mommy's, daddy's and brother's and sister's voice saying they love her and goodnight and giving my stomach...

Louisa R. Brown

Jan 11, 2025

Was born on September 19, 1936 in Hedley, Texas and went to be with Jesus on January 11, 2025. Preceded in death by her husband, James Brown; her parents, David and Ruth Kempson from Borger, Texas; sister, LaVern Ward of Bay City, Texas; granddaughter, Dolores Montoya; grandson, Peter Landis; and many others.

She is survived by her son, David Brown and...

Manuel Luera

Jan 11, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Manuel Luera who died on January 11th, 2025 at the age of 63. Carmelita, his wife of 46 years was right by his side during his final moments. He was a devoted husband to Carmelita. A loving father, to his two sons and daughters in-law: Manny (Marilee)...

Emily Saavedra

Jan 11, 2025

Emily M. Saavedra

On January 11th 2025, at the age of 94, our beloved Emily Saavedra passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home. She was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque NM. Emily was preceded in death by her parents and siblings, her children Shane Cassidy, Julia Ortega and Bobby Saavedra. She is survived by her son Filimon Muniz and...

Madonna Rice

Jan 10, 2025

Madonna Rice, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away January 10, 2025, at her home in Albuquerque, New Mexico, after a yearlong struggle with cancer. She was surrounded by family until the end. She was very brave and beautiful in her final days.

Madonna was preceded in death by her mother, Violet Clark; her father, Donald Clark; and her brother, Daniel Clark....