Byron "Big Byron" Anthony Meade
Nov 17, 2023
Byron Anthony Meade, affectionately known a "Big Byron" was born November 26, 1965, in Albuquerque, NM to Olevia and the late William Earl Meade. He was the 2nd born of three and the only son.
Byron attended Elementary School at Kirkland, Middle School at Wilson and High School at Albuquerque High.
Byron's work history is extensive, but he mostly loved...
Ethel Cheatham-Tilley
Nov 10, 2023
Ethel Cheatham-Tilley, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on November 10, 2023, at the age of 77. She is survived by her two children, Vanessa and Gregory; her sister Earlene; two grandsons; and six great-grandchildren. Ethel was born in Columbus, AR, and spent her late childhood and early adult years living in Phoenix, Arizona. She then lived for a few...
Tommie Mary Clayton
Nov 4, 2023
Tommie Mary Randall Clayton, born on March 18th, 1932, in Dallas, TX, peacefully departed this world surrounded by her loving family on November 4, 2023. She was the daughter of Thomas Delaney Randall and Mary Dinah Washington Randall. Following her parents' separation, Tommie found solace in the care of her Great Aunt Hattie Boyd.
In 1940, Tommie's journey led her...
Veda Marie Cowan
Oct 24, 2023
Veda Marie Randolph, born to Joe and Mary Payne, October 13, 1952, she departed this life on October 23, 2023, at the family home, with her husband Leonard by her side.
Veda was born in Emhouse Texas. She and her family moved to Albuquerque at a young age. She was affectionately known as “Veda Payne.” She attended Albuquerque Public Schools....
Imani Turtle Song
Oct 23, 2023
IMANI TURTLE SONG born Deandre Denise Bell on June 16, 1952, to Dorothy Mae Wilson-Bell and Dee Daniel Bell. She was the 2nd oldest of 5 siblings. She attended Arsenal Technical High School in Indianapolis and graduated from Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana. Imani moved from Indianapolis, Indiana and made her home in Albuquerque, New Mexico where she resided until her...
Yolanda Lisa Moreno
Oct 23, 2023
Lisa Moreno, 43 of Albuquerque, NM passed away unexpectedly on October 23, 2023 after her battle with epilepsy. She is survived by her husband Edmundo Moreno, 3 children, Monique, Mariah and Dominic, 2 stepchildren, Gabe Moreno, Isaiah Moreno, 3 grandchildren, Josiah, Addy and Ben, mother Evelyn Lujan and stepfather Gilbert Lujan, siblings Steven, Angelica (Phil), along with many nieces, nephews,...
TaNiesha Monique Givens
Oct 18, 2023
TaNiesha Monique Givens arrived on Tuesday, January 22nd, 1979, in Biloxi, Mississippi. She is the first-born child to Donald Golden and Yvette Davis Golden. Born at Keesler Air Force Base, a child of two Active-Duty Air Force parents, she traveled early and often, which undoubtedly contributed to her fierce and fearless love of travel.
Her academic prowess was presented at...
Marry Ellen Hanson
Oct 16, 2023
Mary Ellen Hanson
Mary Ellen Hanson passed away on October 16, 2023. The daughter of Salvatore and Odette Cranno, and sister of Stephen Cranno, she is survived by her husband Carl A. Hanson. Born in Sioux City, Iowa on June 30, 1946, she grew up in Iowa and Arlington, Virginia. She graduated from Wakefield High School in Arlington then returned...
Tasha Nicole Frazier
Oct 15, 2023
Tasha Frazier was born August 29 ,1977 to Agnes Cordova and Alphonso Frazier in Albuquerque NM. Tasha spent her youth growing up in San Diego California. At a young age Tasha, her mother Agnes and brother MacArthur (Mac) worked together as a family doing a paper route out of their station wagon. She was continuously by her mom's side as...
Cecilia A. Baca
Oct 15, 2023
Cecilia A. Baca, passed away on October 15, 2023, in Albuquerque. She was born on October 2, 1930, in Durango, Colorado. Cecilia's passing is a great loss to her family and friends as well as the healthcare community. Her life was marked by selflessness, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to caring for others.Cecilia began her career in nursing with unwavering...
Joe R. Zamora
Sep 23, 2023
Joe R. Zamora departed this life on September 23, 2023. He was born on January 6, 1935 in Socorro, New Mexico. Services will be held on Monday October 2, 2023, 10:00 am at Immaculate Conception Church, 619 Copper NE, Albuquerque, NM. Interment to follow mass at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.
Services entrusted to Strong Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE, Albuquerque,...
Benny Gonzales
Sep 22, 2023
Benny Gonzales, age 75, was born on May 2, 1948, in Albuquerque, NM, to Rose and Joe Jaramillo. Benny unexpectedly passed away and entered into heaven on September 22, 2023. Benny is preceded in death by his brothers, Sam, Ray, and Louie, and sister, Francis. Benny is survived by his wife, Priscilla; son, David; daughter, Cynthia; granddaughter, Analyse; grandson, Noah;...
Reyes Benito Chavez Jr.
Sep 15, 2023
Reyes Benito Chavez Jr. born October 22nd 1968 joined his mother and mother-in-law in heaven on September 15th 2023. Reyes is survived by his loving wife Agnes Chavez, his children Frances Rael and husband Issac, Reyes Chavez III and wife Velina. his three grandchildren, Xavier, Isaiah, and Emily. Reyes is also survived by his Grandpups Kika, Kyra, Mando and Minnie....
Virginia Holland
Sep 13, 2023
Virginia M Holland, 92, on September 13, 2023, went home peacefully to our lord. She was a devoted catholic, supportive military wife, caring mother and loving nana to her grandsons.
Virginia was born to Willie and Josefita Milligan in Frisco, New Mexico. Virginia and her husband Robert Holland became resident of Albuquerque NM in 1966. She was an active member...
Lucille Smith Sockwell
Sep 7, 2023
Lucille Sockwell, a beloved member of the community, peacefully passed away on September 7, 2023, in Albuquerque. Lucille was born on July 29, 1943, in Kinston, North Carolina to her loving parents George Smith and Francis Bell.Lucille's vibrant spirit and kind-hearted nature touched the lives of all who knew her. Throughout her life, she exemplified resilience and dedication in both...
Kabory LeBron Metcalfe
Sep 5, 2023
Kabory LeBron Metcalfe was born to Cheryl Oneta Metcalfe and Brian Carlos Jones on June 7th, 1979. He was called home to be with the Lord on September 6th, 2023.
Kabory was baptized at the Church of Christ in Clovis, NM at the age of 13 and continued in the faith until his ascension to Heaven. As a child,...
Doris H. Lee
Sep 3, 2023
Doris Lee, 86 years young was born on October 12th, 1936, in Waco, Texas to the late Leola Montgomery and John T. Wells. Doris graduated from A.J.Moore High School and Paul Quinn College in Waco, Texas. She began her ambitious medical career as a candy-striper assisting soldiers in the medical ward. She later continued her caring spirit by retiring from Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital...
John Ernest Rasinski
Sep 1, 2023
Rasinski, John
11/12/1940 – 09/01/2023
Deacon John Rasinski went home to be with his Lord Friday, September 1, 2023.
John is preceded in death by his wife, Terry and his son, David.
John has five children, Susan, John Jr., Michael, David and Karen; 13 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.
A Funeral will be held at St. Charles Catholic Church...
Fredi Solorzano Pacheco
Aug 27, 2023
Fredi Solorzano Pacheco, known for his career in the construction industry, passed away on August 27, 2023, in Albuquerque. Born on June 29, 1989, in Los Angeles.A funeral service will be held on September 6, 2023, at Strong Thorne Mortuary in Albuquerque. The service will begin at 2:00 pm and conclude at 9:00pm . The mortuary is located at 1100...
