Obituaries

Dec 1, 2021

Bernard Bruce Boecker, 89, of Albuquerque passed away on Wednesday, December 1, 2021, from a strong fight with cancer. He dedicated his life to his Savior Jesus Christ and peacefully left to his home in Heaven. He was a loving and devoted husband to his wife of 60 years, Ellie Boecker. They traveled many places and together enjoyed exploring...

Dec 1, 2021

Eric Alvin Sanchez, 58, Was called home to be with our Lord and Savior on Wednesday, December 1, 2021. Alvin was born July 19, 1963 to Miguel and Erlinda Sanchez in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He is survived by his two daughters, Joann Sanchez and Veronica Sanchez; one grandson, Francisco Saenz; one granddaughter, Amayah Thomas; and one goddaughter, Erica Villegas....

Dec 1, 2021

Alvah E. Miller, born March 17, 1935, passed away on Wednesday, December 01, 2021. Alvah was born in South Dakota and was a long time New Mexico resident. Alvah was a loving and dedicated husband and father. He enlisted in the United States Air Force after high school - serving 23 years. Then was employed by NRAO-VLA and retired...

Nov 30, 2021

Sidney Arendt Andrews, 91, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, was called to his Eternal resting place on Tuesday, November 30, 2021. He was born to Peter and Mabel Andrews on Thursday, May 29, 1930, in Yerington, NV. He is survived by his wife, Grace Andrews; daughter, Teresa Zanetti; son-in-law, Gregory Zanetti; grandsons, Daniel and Michael Zanetti; and two great-granddaughters....

Nov 30, 2021

In loving memory of my beautiful mother, grandmother, my dear friend who passed away suddenly at our home Tuesday, November 30th, 2021. If tears could build a stairway and memories could build a road, I would walk all the way to Heaven, to bring you home again. Mom, your absence will be felt not just at home but in...

Nov 30, 2021

William Edward Miller, "Bill" age 94, passed away on Tuesday, November 30, 2021, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He is survived by his wife, Doreen of 66 years, Bill was born September 7, 1927, in Hutchinson, Kansas to William Edward and Emma Nisly Miller. After his mother's death in 1930 the family moved to Kalona, Iowa where Bill grew up....

Nov 29, 2021

"The Colonel" as he was endearingly referred to by his family and friends, was a true patriot who devoted much of his life to the defense of our country and was considered the original "Officer and Gentleman." Gene was the young Lieutenant stationed at White Sands Missile Range when he first met and fell in love with his future...

Nov 29, 2021

Joseph Edward Hunt was born in Albuquerque, NM on January 14th, 1929, and went to Menaul Indian School. He joined the Navy in 1947 at age 18. He left the military on Sept 4th, 1951, after serving his 4 years. He served on a submarine in Korea and made the most out of his time there exploring...

Nov 29, 2021

Alexis Ann Rocha Alexis (Lexi) Rocha, 25, of Rio Rancho passed away suddenly on Monday, November 29, 2021. Lexi was born in Santa Fe, NM. Lexi was preceded in death by her great-grandmothers, Florence Quintana and Dolores Gonzales. Lexi leaves behind her daughter, Evelynn (her 3 year old pride and joy) whom she loved immensely; her mother, Brandi Rocha;...

Nov 29, 2021

Sonya Adams, 63, beloved Wife, Sister, Mother, and Nana, was called to her eternal resting place on November 29, 2021 after a hard-fought battle against multiple cancers. She was born January 12, 1958 in Del Rio, TX, to Jose and Estela Lujan. Sonya graduated from Angelo State University in 1980 with a B.A. in Psychology. She applied her degree...

Nov 29, 2021

Gavino B. Bañez, age 82, beloved husband, uncle and friend passed away peacefully on November 29, 2021. Born on March 11, 1939, in Cavite City, Philippines.

He is survived by his wife of 51 years Angela (Nolasco) Bañez and relatives.

A Mass will be held Monday, December 13, 2021, 10:00 a.m. at The Shrine of...

Nov 29, 2021

Peter (Pete) S. Carlson, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away peacefully in his home Monday, November 29, 2021. Pete was born on December 21, 1942 and was 78 at the time of his passing. Pete had a zest for life, enjoyed every day as a new adventure and ventured into quite a variety of interests. Pete served his country as...

Nov 28, 2021

Mike (Mikie) Robert Duran

April 29, 1951 – November 28, 2021

Mikie was born to his loving parents, Carmen and Mike Duran and was diagnosed with Down Syndrome at the age of one. Although Mikie was formally tutored at a young age (thank you, Mrs. Young), his real education came from a life of inclusion...

Nov 28, 2021

David D. Galaviz, 55, born on Tuesday, March 15, 1966, passed away on Sunday, November 28, 2021, to spend Christmas with his mom and dad in Heaven. David is survived by his two children, Dominic Galaviz (23), and Kirsten Galavez (19); ex-wife and mother of Dominic and Kirsten, Renee Galaviz; sisters, Denise Rogers and Deanna Sentz; stepfather, Patrick Donigan;...

Nov 28, 2021

Daniel Charles Growney passed away on Sunday, November 28, 2021, after showing great resilience in the face of a long illness. Dan was born in Amarillo, TX on June 1, 1963 and moved to Albuquerque, NM in 1966. As a child he was resolute in his plans to become a truck driver, insisting that this was the...

Nov 28, 2021

Clifford Ridings was born September 29, 1950 to Andy and Daisy Ridings in Maryville, TN. He departed this life Sunday November 28, 2021 at a local Albuquerque hospital.

Cliff is survived by his spouse of 47 years, Marla (Mitchell) Ridings; Son Wesley Andru "Dru" Ridings; daughter Stashia (Ridings) Campbell and son-in-law Daniel Campbell; his sister Elizabeth Whitehead....

Nov 28, 2021

James Patrick Baxter was born March 4, 1944 to Lena (Dolzadelli) and Robert J. Baxter. He went to be with the Lord Sunday, November 28, 2021.

A lifelong resident of Albuquerque, Jim graduated from the University of New Mexico with both a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science, both in education. He taught for...

Nov 28, 2021

Anita Miera, age 92, died peacefully at home on November 28, 2021, surrounded by her loving children. She was born on May 9, 1929, to Luciano & Carolina Nieto in Bernalillo, NM. She married her high school sweetheart, Henry Miera. They started their family in Santa Fe, NM and then moved to Albuquerque in 1957. She cared...

Nov 27, 2021

Carmen Guerra Duran July 1, 1919 - November 27, 2021 Carmen was the eldest daughter born to Juan and Flora (Apodaca) Guerra. Of her siblings, Mike, John, Carolina/Kero, Sophie, Cecilia, and Bobby, Sophie is still with us. Carmen was preceded in death by her husband, Mike Duran, Jr. in 2017. Mike and Carmen had three children, Mike Robert Duran...

Nov 27, 2021

Adan (Adam) Mora, age 96, dedicated and loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend went to be with our Lord on Saturday, November 27, 2021. He was born on July 3, 1925, in Escobosa, NM. He is survived by his wife of 75 years, Patsy (Paz); his children, Alfred and wife Elysse, Adam and wife Joanne, Lorrie...