Obituaries

Lawrence “Larry” J. Valdo

Lawrence “Larry” J. Valdo

Lawrence “Larry” J. Valdo

Deacon Lawrence (Larry) J. Valdo, a devoted catholic and family man passed away at his home in Acomita, NM on January 13, 2025.Valdo was born to Sarah and Julio Valdo (both deceased) on November 30, 1937.
Helen Gabaldon Torrez

Helen Gabaldon Torrez

Helen Gabaldon Torrez

Helen Gabaldon Torrez went to be with the Lord Jesus on January 10, 2025.She was born to Pedro Torrez and Margarita Veloz Torrez on June 24, 1934.She was preceded in death by her parents, all her siblings, her son Solomon Gabaldon, Infant son Richard Gabaldon and two infant daughters Helenmarie,...
Teofilo Savedra

Teofilo Savedra

Teofilo Savedra

Teofilo Savedra, a cherished member of the Grants community, passed away on January 17, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, resilience, and family values.
Alejandro (Hondo) A. Torrez Jr.

Alejandro (Hondo) A. Torrez Jr.

Alejandro (Hondo) A. Torrez Jr.

Alejandro A.Torrez Jr.Alejandro A.Torrez Jr. (Hondo) May 2, 1975 – December 17, 2024 It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we inform you of the passing of our brother Alejandro A.Torrez Jr. “We will all miss him more than words can express”.Alejandro A. Torrez Jr., lovingly known as “Hondo”...
Mary Ellen Mieras

Mary Ellen Mieras

Mary Ellen Mieras

Mary Ellen MierasMary Ellen Mieras, 86 years old of Milan, NM, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home; surrounded by her family on November 28, 2024.
Ervin Freeland

Ervin Freeland

Ervin Freeland

Ervin FreelandErvin Freeland, a cherished husband, father, and grandfather, peacefully passed away on January 6, 2025, in Thoreau, New Mexico, at the age of 71.
Karen Ruth Cerniway

Karen Ruth Cerniway

Karen Ruth Cerniway

Karen RuthCerniwayKaren Ruth Cerniway, 92, passed away peacefully Saturday, January 11, 2025 at Fountain Hill Assisted Living in Albuquerque, NM.Karen was born in Farmington, NM at her Grandparents home on June 22, 1932, the eldest daughter of Kenneth Kermit Waggoner and Freda Woods Waggoner.
Eliseo “Lee” Alcon

Eliseo “Lee” Alcon

Eliseo “Lee” Alcon

Eliseo “Lee” AlconBeloved New Mexico State Representative Eliseo “Lee” Alcon passed away January 13, 2025, surrounded loved ones.Eliseo was preceded in death by his parents: Jesusita and Juan; and sons: Paul and John.He leaves behind his wife of 50 years: Darlene Alcon; son: David Alcon and...
Crystal Jean Chavez

Crystal Jean Chavez

Crystal Jean Chavez

Crystal Jean ChavezCrystal Jean Chavez, 51, born in Albuquerque, NM passed away January 2, 2025.
Anne Willoughby Mathis

Anne Willoughby Mathis

Anne Willoughby Mathis

Anne Willoughby MathisAnne Willoughby Mathis, 85, moved on to her heavenly home on December 21, 2024.Born Agnes Anne Willoughby on March 31, 1939, in Louisville, KY, Anne packed a lifetime of joy, faith, and just enough sass into her 85 years.