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Jesus Enriquez Delgado

Jesus Enriquez Delgado

Mar 13, 2026

“Papa Chu” Jesus Enrique Delgado, age 96, born in Namiquipa, Chihuahua, Mexico and a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on March 13, 2026. Jesus is survived by his; children, Efrain Enriquez, Luz Elva Enriquez, Olivia Gallegos, Octavio Enriquez, and Irma Enriquez; seventeen grandchildren, twenty-eight great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild, nieces, nephews and extended family members; sister, Ramona Ignacia Enriquez....

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Odelia Chavez

Odelia Chavez

Mar 12, 2026

“Odelia Chavez, age 77, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and devoted follower of Christ, went home to be with her Lord on March 12, 2026. Her life was a beautiful reflection of her faith, kindness, and unconditional love. She lived a life of faith, often reflecting on II Timothy 4:7. She is preceded in death by her son,...

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Richard C. Sprunk

Richard C. Sprunk

Mar 10, 2026

Richard Chuck Sprunk, age 48, a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on March 10, 2026. Richard is survived by his wife of twenty-five years, Juliana Sprunk; his children, Richelle Sprunk, Julian Sprunk, and Ric Sprunk; parents, Ric and Linda Sprunk; mother in-law, Lillian Milligan; two grandchildren, Raymond Murphy and Jordan Murphy; siblings, Savannah Sprunk and Josh Sprunk; grandmother,...

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Rafael Olivas Castillo

Rafael Olivas Castillo

Mar 9, 2026

Rafael Olivas Castillo, age 71, born in Gomez Farias, Chihuahua, Mexico and a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on March 9, 2026. Rafael is survived by his wife of fifty years, Guadalupe; his children, Ubaldo Olivas, Huber Olivas and wife, Aimee, and David Olivas; siblings, Manuel Olivas, Gonzalo Olivas, Rosa Olivas, Teresa Olivas, Jose Angel Olivas, Martin Olivas,...

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Vicente Alderete Jr.

Vicente Alderete Jr.

Mar 7, 2026

Vicente Alderete Jr., age 94, born in Los Chavez, New Mexico and a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on March 7, 2026. Vicente is survived by his sons, Alfred Alderete and wife, Ruthcelie Simblante, and Robert Alderete; sixteen grandchildren; twenty-six great-grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews and extended family members. He was preceded in death by his...

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Amanda C de Baca

Amanda C de Baca

Mar 6, 2026

Amanda Margaret C de Baca, age 28, a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on March 6, 2026. Amanda is survived by her father, Fabian Baca; mother, Veronica Ramirez; siblings, Nicole C de Baca and Fabian C de Baca; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family members. She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Margaret Ramirez, Ermalinda Baca...

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Silviano Candelaria Jr.

Silviano Candelaria Jr.

Mar 6, 2026

Silviano Candelaria Jr., age 84, a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on March 6, 2026. Silviano is survived by his wife of fifty eight years, Frances Candelaria; children, daughter,Antionette Oldfield and son Silviano Candelaria lll; five grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, brothers, Carl Candelaria and Richard Candelaria; several nieces, nephews and extended family members. Silviano served his country proudly and...

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Florence Bernal Parra

Florence Bernal Parra

Mar 5, 2026

Our beloved Mom and GG, Florence Bernal Parra, 94, was born in Taos Pueblo, New Mexico and was a longtime resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Mom was a full-blooded member of Taos Pueblo and was a nurse, who worked at both BCMC and Presbyterian Hospitals and later in Home Health Care. She loved being a nurse and caring for everyone....

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Vina Lee Lovato

Vina Lee Lovato

Mar 4, 2026

Vina Lee Lovato, age 68, born in Winslow, Arizona, and a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on March 4, 2026.Vina is survived by her husband of fifty years, Henry Lovato; children, James Lovato and wife, Neva, Jessica Lovato and husband, Hassein, and Zachary Lovato; mother, Anita Martinez; grandchildren, James, Zataya, Teagen, Sabrina, Carlos, Xendaya and Zane; siblings, Bill...

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Natalie Evinia Ornelas

Natalie Evinia Ornelas

Mar 2, 2026

Natalie Evinia Ornelas, age 75, born in La Jara, New Mexico, and a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on March 2, 2026. Natalie is survived by her children, Andrea Gallegos, Esperanza Baca, and Jeremiah Gallegos; grandchildren, Zachary, Angel, Denise, Alexis, Adalida, Marcos, Monica, Fabian, and Ayla; great-granddaughter, Elena; grandsons in law, Ricardo Piro-Rael and Cesar Ramirez; God-daughter, Charity;...

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Mario Anthony Mendoza

Mario Anthony Mendoza

Mar 1, 2026

Mario Anthony Mendoza, age 69, a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on March 1, 2026. Mario is survived by his two sons, Anthony Baca and Andre Baca; siblings Deborah “Ginger” Padilla and John Martinez, Eric Mendoza and wife Erica, and Bruno Mendoza and wife, Yvonne; life partner of fifteen years, Rosemary Aragon; numerous beloved nieces and nephews, aunts,...

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Susan Sandoval

Susan Sandoval

Mar 1, 2026

Susan Sandoval, age 96, born in Cubero, New Mexico and a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, went home to her Lord and Savior on March 1, 2026. Susan is survived by her children, Ben Sandoval, Vicki Gonzales, Paul Sandoval and wife, Judy, and Robert Sandoval; nine grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren and one great- great grandson; several nieces, nephews and extended family...

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Rita Alicia Lujan

Rita Alicia Lujan

Feb 24, 2026

Rita Alicia Lujan, age 90, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on February 24, 2026. Rita is survived by her husband of seventy-one years, Frank Lujan; her children, Daniel Lujan and wife, Maria, and Aurora Lujan; eleven grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, and extended family members. She was preceded in death by her...

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Timoteo "Timmie" Garcia

Timoteo "Timmie" Garcia

Feb 22, 2026

Timoteo “Timmie” Garcia, age 84, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2026. “Timo” was a devoted husband, proud father, grandfather and respected business owner who was well known in the community for his hard work and warm spirit. He is survived by his beloved wife of sixty years, Maria Garcia; children, Liane Garcia...

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Betty Martinez

Betty Martinez

Feb 19, 2026

Betty Martinez, age 87, born in Marquez New Mexico and a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on February 19, 2026. Betty is survived by her children, son, Gerald Anthony Martinez and wife, Betty, her daughter, Mary Louise Romero and husband, David, daughter, Marie Yvette Martinez, daughter, Diane Martinez; grandchildren, Felicia Martinez and fiancé, Joseph, Bernadette Mitchell and husband,...

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Lillie Martinez

Lillie Martinez

Feb 18, 2026

Our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, Lillie Martinez passed away at the age of 95, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and devotion to family.

Lillie was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Alfred Martinez; her cherished daughter, Angie; her sister, Louisa; her brothers, Henry, Frank, Tony, Martin, and Toby; and her parents, Frank and Petrita. Though she...

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Juana Pavia

Juana Pavia

Feb 18, 2026

Juana Pavia, age 72, born in Matamoros, Tamaulipas, Mexico and a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on February 18, 2026. Juana is survived by her three children, Sandra Pavia, Roel Pavia, Yvette Galaviz and husband, Jon; grandchildren, Daniel Aragon, Roel Pavia Jr., Javier Pavia, Diego Pavia, Makayla Paco, Mia Castillo, Andre Martin, and Abrielle Pavia. She was preceded...

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William Robert Anaya

William Robert Anaya

Feb 18, 2026

William Robert Anaya, age 75, passed away on February 18, 2026, from complications of prostate cancer. He served his country proudly in the United States Air Force where he served eighteen months during the Vietnam Era. Robert is survived by his devoted wife, Darlene; his brothers, Larry Jr. (Marylouise), Andrew, David (Gretchen), Charles (Donna). He was preceded in death by...

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Sompong Freligh

Sompong Freligh

Feb 16, 2026

Sompong Freligh, age 83, born in Thailand, and a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on February 16, 2026. Sompong is survived by her husband of fifty years, Clifton; her daughter, Aloonwan Freligh; two grandchildren, Marissa Martinez and Zachary Freligh and three great- grandchildren, Michael, Mya and Madison. Services for Mrs. Freligh are pending.

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Jacob Darryl Garcia

Jacob Darryl Garcia

Feb 14, 2026

Jacob Darryl Garcia, 30, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on February 14, 2026. He was born on August 24, 1995, to Timothy and Kimberly Garcia, and was their deeply loved son.

Jacob was a quiet person at first meeting, but those who earned his trust discovered warmth, humor, and a contagious spirit. When he opened up, he could fill a...

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