Obituaries

Aug 16, 2023

WAYNE SAXON Beloved Husband and Father September 11th, 1941 - August 16th, 2023

Survived by his wife, Jeanne; his daughter, Heather; his sons, Courtney, Forrest, and Chad.

SERVICES Friday, September 8th ' 4:00 pm ' Sandia Baptist Church: 9429 Constitution NE, 87112

Opera singer, conductor, workshop leader, teacher/vocal coach, and beloved husband and...

Aug 16, 2023

Bertha Nicoll was called home to her final resting place on Wednesday, August 16, 2023. Bertha was born on July 6, 1957, in Socorro New Mexico. She was preceded in death by her husband, Cliff Nicoll; daughter, Frances Montoya; mother, Petrita Montoya; father, Joe Montoya and sister, Francis Martinez. Bertha is survived by her son, Raul Guzman (Janelle); daughter,...

Aug 16, 2023

Loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, mother-in-law, and friend. Our beloved Susan Cheney, born Peggy Susan Leach in Derry, New Hampshire on October 19th, 1947, passed away August 16, 2023; leaving behind a legacy of profound individuality, incredible resilience, and indelible creativity. Susan's early years were spent in Falls Church, Virginia alongside her parents, Elsa Margaretha Wilkes Neilson,...

Aug 15, 2023

Aldo Fabian Arias, age 58, passed away in his sleep on the morning of Saturday, August 15, 2023 at his home in Albuquerque. Aldo was born on July 3, 1965 in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico to Arturo and Raquel Arias. He grew up in Guadalajara, along with his brother, Arturo and sister, Adriana. Aldo completed training to become a hair...

Aug 15, 2023

Estefanita Maria Rodriquez (Fannie Farmer, Fannie Rodriquez), age 88, was born on February 2, 1935, in Espanola, NM. She lived in Rio Rancho for the last 20+ years. She passed away on Tuesday, August 15, 2023 after a long battle with dementia. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charlie Rodriquez; parents, Antonio and Feles Rodriquez; sister, Helen...

Aug 15, 2023

Priscilla S. Martinez passed away in Albuquerque, New Mexico on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, at the age of 95. She was raised and lived in New Mexico her entire life. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dalio and granddaughter, Jessica; parents: Meliton and Clorinda; sisters: Cecilia, Luz and Rosa (surviving spouse, Jim); brothers: Willie (wife, Julia) and...

Aug 14, 2023

Jason Gunn, 36, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed unexpectedly on August 14, 2023.

Jason was born on October 24, 1986. He is survived by his beautiful 7-year-old daughter Dakota; along with his father, Russell Gunn and wife Darlene; mother, Brenda Clark and husband, Robert; and 3 siblings: Kevin Gunn and wife Heidi; Bradley Gunn and husband, Daniel...

Aug 14, 2023

W. Randolph Schlegel died at his home in Malibu on Sunday, August 13th. He is survived by his sons William, Gunnar, and Cruz, his mother Jessie Lucero, brother Troy, and sister Alexandria Strong. Randy was born and raised in Albuquerque. He attended Eldorado High School and later went on to study business at the University of New Mexico where...

Aug 14, 2023

Chloe (Libby) Sterba was born on August 8th, 1937, in Brevard, North Carolina. She was the oldest of 6 children. Despite her love for the mountains of North Carolina, she married a handsome young sailor and moved to Illinois to start her life. With a passionate love for writing, she spent the rest of her life creating beautiful poetry...

Aug 14, 2023

Elbert "Ebb" L. Shoemate, our husband, dad, grandpa, and brother, stepped over into eternity and into the house of the Lord on Monday, August 14, 2023. He was born in Paris, TX, May 3, 1938, and moved with his family to Clovis, NM soon after. He leaves a wife of 37 years, Mary Aynn; daughter, Karin Cahill (Chris); granddaughter,...

Aug 13, 2023

Our loving mother, Ruth Dunning, was born in Pennsylvania on Halloween Day and has passed away in Albuquerque, New Mexico on Sunday, August 13, 2023. Mom grew up in Tucson, Arizona but lived in Albuquerque for most of her life.

She is survived by her sons, Daniel Cuadra and his wife, Becky, Alan...

Aug 13, 2023

Joe Renaldo Padilla was born Thursday, March 24, 1949, in Sedillo, NM. Joe passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 13, 2023.

Joe graduated from Manzano High School in 1968. From there he served in the U.S Army from 1968-1970.While in the Army he was ranked as a Sargent E5.

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Aug 13, 2023

Born in Iowa, raised in Texas, and residing in Albuquerque since 1968, Jeanine died peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, August 13, 2023. A beautiful, intelligent woman with a strong work ethic, she was guided by her faith and faced adversity with quiet - some would say stubborn - resolve. Born to Leonard...

Aug 13, 2023

Maximiliano Tafoya, age 82 passed away Sunday, August 13, 2023. Max was honorably discharged from the United States Marine Corp. Max was an avid fan of the Dallas Cowboys. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Cynthia Tafoya; sons, Michael and Marvin (Anita); and grandsons, Daniel and Jonathan (Anna).  He is also survived by his...

Aug 12, 2023

David León Mondragón, age 51, beloved father, son, brother, and friend to an incredible array of people, passed away August 15, 2023.  David was known for his charming personality, his mad guitar and cooking skills, his warm smile, and his ability to engage with anyone and brighten their day. A graduate of Valley High School and the...

Aug 12, 2023

Mary "Loretta" Herrera loving mother, grandmother and nana went home to the loving arms of Our Lord on Saturday, August 12, 2023. Loretta was an amazing cook and was known for her famous tamales and natillas. Loretta was born Monday, January 19, 1948, the only child of Josie "Fefa" Herrera and Merjildo Herrera. Loretta is survived by...

Aug 11, 2023

Philip H. Watkins, Jr., MD, was mercifully and graciously taken home to his Savior on August 11, at the age of 76. Phil was born on October 26,1946, in Kansas City, Missouri. He is preceded in death by his parents, Philip H. Watkins, Sr., and his mother, Helen Doherty Watkins. He is survived by his wife of nearly 50...

Aug 11, 2023

Bette Louise Bachand Foster was born in Albuquerque on Thursday, July 7, 1955. She passed away peacefully in her home, honoring her final wishes on Friday, August 11, 2023. Bette is survived by her brother Richard Bachand (and spouse Patsy); two children, Mahalia (and partner Jill) and Jarrod (and partner Michelle);and granddaughters Kayia and Aria.

Aug 11, 2023

Duane Erwin Walker 82, was born on January 27, 1941, and died on August 11, 2023, after a long, hard- fought battle with Parkinson’s . He was predeceased by his parents, Fred and Estilene Walker, and Eldon Walker, cherished nephew. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Mary Ann Walker, and his daughter, Lisa Walker....

Aug 11, 2023

Tish passed away at her home on Friday, August 11, 2023 after a brief illness.  She was born Patricia Elizabeth Woodard to her parents Woody and Gretchen over 78 years ago.  Her parents; her two brothers Ron and Dennis; and her son Marcus preceded her in death. Tish is survived by her husband, Tom; and their four...