Larnetha "Lynn" Hollyfield
Mar 20, 2026
On Friday, March 20th, 2026, Larnetha called upon the Lord for rest and; thereafter, entered into the arms of her savior Jesus Christ.
Born Larnetha Holyfield on October 5th, 1949, in Camden, AR, Larnetha was the oldest daughter of the late Ferlie Mae Jones Ferguson and James Holyfield. She is also preceded in death by a special uncle and aunt, Floyd...
Joseph "Joey" Callahan
Mar 15, 2026
Joseph "Joey" Callahan, 39, or Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2026, surrounded by his family.
Joey grew up in Sandia Park, NM. He is a graduate of Manzano High School in Albuquerque, where he lettered in soccer. Joey attended the University of New Mexico. He was also a member of the FIJI Fraternity, where he made many friends.
Joey...
Bennye Douglas
Mar 11, 2026
Bennye Douglas, born April 21, 1943, in Chesterfield County, Pageland, South Carolina, was the beloved daughter of Jessie and Mary Lee McNair, the youngest of 15 children. The McNair family were entrepreneurs, owning a grocery store, dance hall and grew crops to service their community.
Bennye graduated from Petersburg High School in 1960, proudly serving as valedictorian and president of her...
Gloria Boxton
Mar 11, 2026
Gloria Dean Boxton, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend to many, peacefully transitioned on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at the age of 88. Her journey through life, which began on January 28, 1938, was marked by an unwavering commitment to family.
Born in Honey Grove, Texas, Gloria was the oldest of Loyal and Ester May Scott’s eight children. She was known...
Glenda Raylene Gutierrez
Mar 9, 2026
"Glenda Raylene Gutierrez, age 60, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on March 9th, 2026 at Presbyterian hospital surrounded by love and laughter. Glenda was born the daughter of Manford and Lucy Peralta on December 15th, 1965.
She was a feisty and eternally devoted wife, mother, meema, friend, and so very much more. She loved crafting, growing flowers, Halloween, taking care of...
Carlos (Charles) Andres Griego
Mar 7, 2026
Carlos Andres Griego, known affectionately as Charles, was called home to the Lord on March 7, 2026. A lifelong resident of Albuquerque, Charles was a man of deep faith who found harmony in the things he loved. Whether he was meticulously working on a car or a bicycle, his voice could often be heard lifted in song, filled with the...
Reginald E. Johnson
Mar 6, 2026
Reginald "Reggie" Eugene Johnson, 39, passed away at home March 6, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.Reggie was born March 19, 1986, to Herlethia Marie Stanley and Raymond Edward Johnson.
Reggie made lifelong connections with his peers from Whittier Elementary School, Wilson Middle School, Highland High School, and the University of New Mexico. Throughout his scholastic career, he led with a light...
Darrel Charles Roberts
Mar 6, 2026
Darrel Charles Roberts passed peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Friday, March 6, 2026, following a brief battle with brain cancer.
He was an extraordinary man: a retired Major who served his country across three branches of the military. He passed one of the most demanding diving schools the military offers, served in Special Forces (Green Berets) during the Vietnam War...
Muneerah Davis
Mar 5, 2026
Muneerah Davis, originally named Mentory Louise Haynes, was born on April 5, 1954 to Wilford and Beulah Haynes in Clovis NM. In 1973 she traded her small town life and moved to the big city. Muneerah wasn’t going alone to Albuquerque. In the process, she convinced her sisters Wilma and Sharon to come along for the adventure; quick to give...
Elsa Marie Smith
Mar 4, 2026
Elsa Marie Smith was born on December 23rd, 1954, in Albuquerque, NM and left this world surrounded by the love of her family on March 4th, 2026, at the age of 71. Elsa was a beacon of light and love, cherished by all who had the privilege to know her.
She was an amazing mother to her son Demetrius who she...
Darlene K. Gallegos
Feb 22, 2026
Darlene, age 67, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, on February 22, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unmistakable style.
Born in Burlington, Vermont, Darlene later made her home in New Mexico, where she spent most of her life building a career as a hairdresser, raising her family, and touching countless lives with her warmth and talent.
To...
Johnny Lee Smith
Feb 20, 2026
Johnny Lee Smith was born December 12,1962 in Roswell N.M. to the parentage of the late Jack and Maeola Smith.
Johnny received his formal education in the Roswell Independent school district. After high school Johnny went to work in Odessa Texas in the oil industry for a short time and then spent several years residing between Roswell and Albuquerque N.M. where...
Diane E. Anaya
Feb 17, 2026
Diane Elaine Sugar-Anaya died on February 17th, 2026 in Las Cruces, New Mexico due to health complications from Addison’s Disease. She was born on January 9th, 1974 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Paul Ernest Sugar and Nancy Jane Jensen. She attended Annunciation Catholic School until moving into the East Mountains where she and her family lived in Manzano Springs and...
Willie Joe Green
Feb 11, 2026
Willie Joe Green, beloved father, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on February 11, 2026, in Moriarty, New Mexico. He was born on November 5, 1962, in Amarillo, Texas, to Lawrence and Viola Green, who welcome him into the world with love and joy.
Willie's legacy continues through his children, Jamal and Samera Green, who carry forward his spirit and values....
Lunzene Angle
Feb 10, 2026
Lunzene Angle, born on July 6, 1954, in Dallas, Texas, peacefully departed this life on February 10, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She lived a life characterized by grace, compassion, and an unwavering spirit.
From her early years in Dallas, Lunzene carried a warmth that endeared her to many. Friends and family remember her fondly for her infectious laughter and generous...
Rosemary Jaramillo
Feb 6, 2026
Celebrating the Life of Rosemary Jaramillo
Rosemary Jaramillo, our beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on February 6, 2026, following a brief illness. While our hearts are heavy, we take immense solace in knowing she is exactly where she has always longed to be: in the arms of her Creator.
Rosemary was...
Toyo Jeanae Clayton
Feb 5, 2026
Toyo Clayton, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and dear friend, entered heaven on Thursday, February 5, 2026.
Toyo was preceded in death by her husband of 63years, Clay Clayton. She is survived by her daughters, Diann O’Neill, and Paula Rodriguez and her husband, Richie; grandkids, Melony Cable and Nicholas Rodriguez; great-grandkids, Kaylen and Kieran Cable, Jaxon Rodriguez and Minka Rodriguez, along with...
Elizabeth Ann O'Hara
Feb 3, 2026
On Feb 3, 2026, the Lord's angels welcomed our beloved Elizabeth O’Hara into the gates of heaven. Elizabeth worked for 25 years at Keller Farm store. She is survived by her husband, Patrick O’Hara, her children, Timothy O’Hara, Maureen Larsen, and grandchildren, Christopher O’Hara, Michael, Eric and Brandon Larsen. Funeral services will be held on February 17th at 9:30 AM...
Criselda Saavedra
Feb 3, 2026
In Loving Memory of Criselda Saavedra January 7th, 1935 - February 2nd, 2026, age 91.
Criselda was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and matriarch whose life was defined by God, love, resilience, and devotion to her family. She was a lifelong resident of New Mexico that was blessed with her having 12 children.
Criselda’s faith in God and her religion...
Helen Ann Hamilton
Feb 2, 2026
Helen was born on April 4, 1947 To Hanslee Nance and Edna Haynes. She went to grade school, Junior High and High School in Clovis, New Mexico, graduated and went on to attend the University of New Mexico, in Albuquerque, NM where she was a member of the Delta Sigma Beta (completed her pledge) as well as the Black Alumni....
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