Gilbert “Gil” Lloyd Lucero Jr.

Gilbert “Gil” Lloyd Lucero Jr. Gilbert “Gil” Lloyd Lucero Jr. passed away peacefully on September 24, 2022, at age 72 in his home. He was surrounded by loved ones who will continue to honor his legacy by living their lives to the fullest and telling bad jokes.

Frances 'Kika' Lucero

Frances 'Kika' Lucero Frances 'Kika' Lucero, age 79, loving mother of three, nana to seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren, passed away on the 13th of September, 2022. She was born on March 1, 1943 in San Mateo, New Mexico. Frances loved the Lord, her family, traveling and ice-cream.

Tacho Valdez

Tacho Valdez Tacho Valdez, 79, passed on September 17, 2022. He was born in San Rafael, New Mexico on November 20, 1942. He married Illa Valdez and they lived together in Grants, New Mexico. Together they raised three children Freddie T. Valdez, Brenda Abeyta, and Jeff Valdez.

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Franky Porter

Franky Porter, born in Grants, NM, on January 7, 1968, passed away suddenly in Salida, CO, on September 2, 2022, from a massive stroke.

Clarence Marez

Clarence Marez (November 18, 1969 – August 31, 2022) A Rosary and funeral mass were held for Clarence Marez on Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at the San Rafael Catholic Church. Clarence was buried with the Fireman’s Last Call at the San Rafael Community Cemetery.

Kailer Elias Cornelius

Kailer Elias Cornelius Kailer Elias Cornelius passed peacefully in the arms of his loving father on September 1, 2022, at 12:40 a.m. He was born at 11:21 a.m. on August 31, 2022, weighing in at one pounds, three ounces. and a length of 10.25 inches at Riley Children’s Hospital in Indianapolis.

Lonnie R. Hathorn

Lonnie R. Hathorn Lonnie R. Hathorn (68) went home to meet his maker on August 15, 2022. He was born on September 18, 1953 in Albuquerque, N.M. to Sonny and Doris Hathorn. Lonnie grew up on a ranch in Encino/Vaughn, NM where he worked on several ranches.

Dee Glasgow

Dee Glasgow Dee Glasgow of Grants, NM was born in Raton, NM on June 24, 1930 to Lee and Mary Glasgow. He passed away surrounded by family on August 21, 2022. He had a full and adventurous life with the love of his life Evelyn (Delight) Small, wife of nearly 66 years.

Jacqueline Shucavage

After a long, rewarding life, Jacqueline Shucavage of Albuquerque passed away at the age of 90. Jaqueline was born in Reading P.A. and graduated from Reading High School in 1950. She was a loving mother and devoted wife who loved and cared for all animals.