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Henry Angelo Geoffrion

Henry Angelo Geoffrion

Jan 18, 2026

Henry Angelo Geoffrion, a devoted servant of God, loving husband, father, son, grandfather, and friend, passed from this life into the arms of our Lord on January 18, 2026. He was born in Las Vegas, New Mexico, on September 3, 1960, to Frances P. and Henry E. Geoffrion.

Henry was preceded in death by his father, Henry E. Geoffrion, and his beloved...

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Rose M. Perea

Rose M. Perea

Jan 17, 2026

Rose Perea, age 93, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on January 17, 2026. She was born to Melitón and Fidolina Martinez (Nieto) in Martinez, New Mexico. Rose attended school through the eighth grade and began working as a housekeeper when the family relocated to Albuquerque. She married Robert Perea in 1952 and had six children. 

Rose was an...

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Alvaro Bustillos Iguado

Alvaro Bustillos Iguado

Jan 16, 2026

Alvaro Bustillos Iguado, age 66, born in Las Varas, Madera, Chihuahua, Mexico and a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on January 16, 2026. Alvaro is survived by his wife of twenty-four years, Luz; children, Alvaro Bustillos, Eric Bustillos, Gerardo Bustillos and Mauricio Bustillos; eight grandchildren; siblings, Raul Bustillos, Isaul Bustillos, Onofre Bustillos, Ubaldo Bustillos, Jorge Bustillos, and Jesus...

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Christina Gonzalez

Christina Gonzalez

Jan 16, 2026

Christina Gonzalez, age 60, a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on January 16, 2026. Christina is survived by her husband of forty years, Adam Gonzalez; children, Joseph Gonzalez, Amber Gonzalez, Anthony Gonzalez; siblings, Helen Acuna, Alfred Gutierrez; several nieces, nephews, and extended family members. Dates and times for the services are pending

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Ramona Hinshaw

Ramona Hinshaw

Jan 15, 2026

Ramona Hinshaw, a faithful Christian and beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.Ramona was united in marriage to her devoted husband, Howard Hinshaw, for 69 years. Together they shared a lifetime of love, faith, and dedication to family. Her life was guided by her faith, which she lived out...

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Soledad Montaño

Soledad Montaño

Jan 11, 2026

Wonderful wife, great mother, and amazing grandma and great grandma, Soledad Montaño, 83, went to be with the Lord on Sunday January 11, 2026.

She is preceded in death by her husband Louie S. Montaño, parents Rito and Maria Alarcon; Brothers: Ismael Alarcon, and Pete Alarcon; sister: Mary Aguilar (Alarcon).

Soledad is survived by her children: Louie Montaño, Jr., Sandra L. Perez,...

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Angel "Rojo" Varela Mendez

Angel "Rojo" Varela Mendez

Jan 7, 2026

Angel passed away at home unexpectedly on the 7th of January in his bed at the young age of 59. He is survived by his wife Julia Marquez De Varela, son Angel Varela Jr., and his wife Daisy Valenzuela, daughter Margarita Varela and husband Javier Del Rivero, and Stephany Varela and husband Cesar Leo. His grandchildren Seandale, Joshua, Desteny, Aidan,...

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Rosabelle Valenzuela

Rosabelle Valenzuela

Jan 7, 2026

Rosabelle Valenzuela, age 86, a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on January 7, 2026. Rosabelle is survived by her children, Robert Valenzuela, Patricia McDonald and husband Patrick, Rebecca Pray, Della Wittner and husband Mike, Peter Valenzuela and wife Amy; brother, Reuben Gonzales and Pat Tapia; aunt, Martha Harris; grandchildren, Christopher, Jaclyn, Stephanie, Joshua, Michael, Jocelyn, Domenique, Tristin, Jacob,...

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Paul Padilla

Paul Padilla

Jan 7, 2026

Paul Clifford Padilla, age 77, a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on January 7, 2026. Paul is survived by his wife of fifty-six years, Juanita Padilla; children, Jason Atanasio Padilla, Victoria Isabella Padilla-Jonas and husband, Nathaniel Scott Jonas; sister in-law, Annette Gonzales, and brother in-law, Miguel Ricardo Gonzales; siblings, Eloy Padilla, Lee Roy Padilla, Jose Padilla, Sylvia Flores,...

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Novie Benavidez

Novie Benavidez

Jan 6, 2026

Novie Benavidez, age 94, was born Mary Precilla Noverta (Novie) Saiz in San Acacia, New Mexico, and a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on January 6, 2026, with her loving family by her side. Mrs. Benavidez is survived by her children, Cecilia Lujan and husband, Rudy, Joe Larry Benavidez, Duane Benavidez and wife, Michelle, sisters, Marcella Chavez and...

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Johnny Joe Lucero

Johnny Joe Lucero

Jan 5, 2026

Johnny Joe Lucero, born in San Jose, New Mexico on October 30, 1953 and a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2026 surrounded by his loving children.

Johnny retired from the City of Albuquerque, where he worked proudly as a welder for many years. He always felt most at home in the mountains, where he loved...

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Margie Zaia

Margie Zaia

Jan 4, 2026

“Margie” Lewis Zaia

Margarita Enriqueta (“Margie”) Lewis Zaia was born on February 15, 1928, in Old Town, Albuquerque, New Mexico, and was a member of the original Atrisco Land Grant.Margie was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Zaia, her brothers Serafin Jr. and Jesse, daughters Patricia Romero, Debbie Rigdon and Briggett Chavez as well as her grand-daughter Angela Romero.She is...

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Alonzo Gonzales

Alonzo Gonzales

Jan 4, 2026

Alonzo Gonzales, age 62, a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on January 4, 2026. Alonzo is survived by his siblings, Lawrence Gonzales, Denise Gonzales, Demetrius Gonzales, Jeffrey Gonzales and wife, Roxanne, several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Gene and Erma Gonzales. Visitation will be held on Friday, January 16,...

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Viola Pearl Elizabeth Segura

Viola Pearl Elizabeth Segura

Jan 3, 2026

Our beloved Mom, and grandma, Viola Pearl Elizabeth Segura age 79, born in Cebolla, New Mexico and a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2026. She married Freddie Segura on July 2, 1966. She was the most loving, protective, generous wife, mom, grandma, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother. We all know how much she loved watching the...

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Liliana Perez

Liliana Perez

Jan 2, 2026

Liliana Perez, age 44, a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on January 2, 2026. Liliana is survived by her husband of sixteen years, Carlos, children, Ulysis Hidalgo, Jeanine Ontiveros, Fabian Ontiveros, Kalen Limas, and Edwin Alejandro Garcia Frayre; grandchildren, Anton Danie Garcia Monsevis; siblings, Nestor Garcia, Santos Garcia, Maria Trevino, Maria Garcia, Jesus Ontiveros, Sandra Ontiveros, Alma Waters,...

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Gerhardt Lee Petterson

Gerhardt Lee Petterson

Dec 27, 2025

Gerhardt Lee Petterson, age 79, born in Tigerton, Wisconsin and a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on December 27, 2025. Gerry is survived by his devoted wife, Pauline Petterson and beloved family and friends. He served his country honorably in the United States Army. Visitation will be held at New Life Church of God 3400 Aztec Rd. NE...

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Bernadette A. Garcia

Bernadette A. Garcia

Dec 24, 2025

Bernadette A. Garcia, age 59, a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on December 24, 2025. Bernadette is survived by her daughter, Sherysse Garcia and husband Gabriel Garcia; two grandsons, Bryant Garcia and Brycen Garcia; two sisters, Rosemarie Marquez, husband Arnold Marquez, Stephanie Garcia and fiance Sean Sierra; parents, Albert and Susie Garcia; God children, Chaunte Marquez and Michael...

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Trancito Rael

Trancito Rael

Dec 22, 2025

Trancito Rael, age 84, born in Anton Chico, New Mexico and a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on December 22, 2025. Mr. Rael is survived by his beloved wife of fifty-nine years, Elena; children, Reina Martinez and husband Sabino, Angela Fusco and husband, Rick,Transito Rael and wife, Patricia, Ramona Ponce and husband, Toby, Reymundo Rael and wife, Jillian,...

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Lola Marie Atkins

Lola Marie Atkins

Dec 20, 2025

Lola Marie Atkins, age 74, born in Winslow, Arizona, and a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on December 20, 2025. Lola is survived by her husband of forty-three years, Dave Atkins; daughter; Shanun Atkins-Gibson and husband, James; son, Brandon Morgan and David Natani Atkins and wife, Chanda; grandchildren, Seth Morgan, Sky Morgan, Kinsley Atkins, Ariana Atkins Buerke, Angelina...

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Emily Guadalupe Garcia

Emily Guadalupe Garcia

Dec 19, 2025

Emily Guadalupe Garcia, age 86, born in Cuba, New Mexico and a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on December 19, 2025. Emily is survived by her beloved daughter, Marteena and husband, Mario; grandchildren, Mario, Isiah, Jeremiah and wife, Chezerae, Susanna, and Daniel; great-grandchildren, Mario, Jeremiah, Rosalie, Cateleya, and Abel; brother, Maurice Lobato; several nieces, nephews, and extended family...

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