Obituaries (Sept. 25, 2025)

Annette Aragon

Died 2025

Annette Aragon, age 62, passed away on Sept. 15, 2025, surrounded by her loving family and friends.

A lifelong New Mexican, Annette made her home in Peralta for more than 30 years, where she built a life rooted in faith, family and community.

Annette spent her career as a court reporter and was admired for her remarkable skill, being recognized as one of the fastest in the state.

Beyond her work, she found joy in life’s adventures — traveling with her husband, Frank, to hot springs, wineries and anywhere the open road and their trailer could carry them.

Faith was at the center of Annette’s life. She was a devoted member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Church for many years, where she and Frank proudly served as mayordomos. Her kindness, generosity and steadfast faith touched countless lives, and she was known as someone people could lean on in both joy and sorrow.

More than anything, Annette cherished her family. She was a devoted wife, mother, sister, daughter and friend. She will be remembered for her radiant smile, her contagious laughter and the way she made everyone feel welcome at her table.

Annette was preceded in death by her father, Alex Zamora; Johnny Perea; and her brother, Junior Perea.

She is survived by her husband, Frank Aragon; her daughter, Felicia Aragon (husband, Deven Kammerichs-Berke); her son, Francisco Aragon; her mother, Rebecca Perea; her sisters, Angeline, Amanda, Christina, Alex and Joanne; and by many nieces, nephews and friends, who loved her dearly.

Services to celebrate Annette’s life will be held at 9 a.m., Friday, Sept. 26, 2025, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Peralta.

Arrangements are entrusted to Trujillo Funeral Home. A special thank you to High Desert Hospice and Emma Brueckner for taking care of Annette as she was welcomed into the arms of her Lord.

Sally “Celina” Peralta Clark

Died 2025

Sally “Celina” Peralta Clark, 78, died Sept. 4, 2025. She was born and raised in Belen.

She is survived by her husband of 40 years, Willie Clark; her two sons, Gary and Steve Sanchez; and her daughter, Shannon Timke. She has one grandson, Steven Sanchez.

She is also survived by her three sisters, Millie Peralta Cordova, Nancy Cooper Heskew and Eleanor Birner Macias.

She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Lorna Y. Maurer

1935-2025

Lorna Y. Maurer, of Bosque Farms, born Sept. 13, 1935, on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, S.D., passed away on Sept. 2, 2025.

A private service was held on Sept. 22, with interment following at Sunset Memorial Park.

Lorna is preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Arthur L. Maurer; grandchildren, Marissa Maurer, Trevor Berthold, Stephanie Maurer and Robbie Maurer.

When Robbie passed away, the light of life and purpose dimmed for Lorna. She had cared for this special child for 39 years.

Lorna is survived by all six of her children, Carey (Conny), Duke (Diane), Kirk (Karen), Dawn Berthold, Wade and Robert (Chelle). She had 15 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren.

The Maurer family would like to thank the H.A.R.T. program, the Valencia County Meals on Wheels program, Lorna’s neighbors and friends, Annie and Judy, and Keri Jo for keeping her promise to care for Lorna’s dogs; and Aaron for making every effort to visit Lorna on his many travels.

Thank you to Sarah for keeping lines of communication open, and always being that clear voice of reason and love for her grandma.

Linda Sue Miller

1960-2025

Linda Sue Miller, age 65, a resident of Los Lunas, passed away surrounded by her loving family, on Sept. 15, 2025.

Services will take place at Romero Funeral Home Chapel on Saturday, Sept. 27, beginning with a visitation at 10 a.m., and a celebration of life at 11 a.m. Interment will follow at Terrace Grove Cemetery.

She is survived by her loving husband, Keith Miller; sons, David (Sarah) and Jason Miller (Jamie); her four grandchildren.

Linda was a member of the National Honor Society (Class of 1978) and the AMPI Young Cooperator Program. She worked as a dental assistant for 25 years.

Linda was a loving wife, mother, and the most loving nana to her four grandchildren.

Pallbearers will be David, Jason and Devon Miller, John Woelber, Vince Gonzales and Phillip Smith. Honorary pallbearers will be Ethan Miller and Rashad Pearson.

Please sign Linda’s online tribute at romerofuneralhomenm.com. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen.

Jennie Lucy Moncivaiz

1939-2025

Jennie Lucy Moncivaiz, a resident of Meadow Lake since 1975, passed away Sept. 19, 2025.

Services will be held on Friday, Oct. 3, at Romero Funeral Home Chapel beginning with a Visitation at 5 p.m., and a Rosary at 6 p.m. Services will continue on Saturday, Oct. 4, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church beginning with a visitation at 10:30 a.m., and a Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. Interment will take place at a later date.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Begnina Montez; brother, Ray Montez; and sister, Josie Jaramillo.

Jennie is survived by her loving husband of 69 years, Fermin B. Moncivaiz; daughters, Bernadette Moore and Sandra Moncivaiz; six grandkids, eight great-grandkids and many nephews and nieces.

Please sign Jennie’s online tribute at romerofuneralhomenm.com. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen.

Ursula Sanchez

1927-2025

Ursula Sanchez, a life-long resident of Belen, passed away in the loving comfort of her home, on the morning of Friday, Sept. 19, 2025. She was 97.

Ursula was born Oct. 21, 1927. She attended St. Mary’s Catholic School, Belen Junior High School, where she met Bennie Sanchez and, in 1944, she graduated from Belen High School.

They married in 1946 after Bennie returned from the war in Europe. Ursula was educated and employed as a secretary, and Bennie established Hub Furniture and Carpet Co. in Belen. Together, Ursula and Bennie raised a family of six children and lived in the same home for 60 years.

They were avid travelers. They visited Europe, Mexico, Hawaii and many cruises including Alaska. Together, they enjoyed motor-homing around the Southwest and beyond, until Bennie passed away nine years ago in 2016.

Ursula was a parishioner of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church, where she was a member of Our Lady Catholic Daughters and supported St. Vincent de Paul, Joy Junction and the Boys’ Ranch of New Mexico.

She was predeceased by her parents, Carlos and Felipita Garcia; her siblings Dolores (Lola), Orlando and Lorenzo; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

She is survived by her sister, Eva and brother-in-law Bernard Sanchez; and her sister-in-law, Erlinda Garcia. She is survived by her children, all of whom also attended St. Mary’s Catholic School and cared for her in her final years, Marti (Jeff) Perry, Jeanette Garcia (Ric), Michael Sanchez (Kim), Dori (Pete) Nichols, Elley Sanchez-Lifke and Cyndi (Paul) Bleicher.

She is also survived by 13 grandchildren, Garrick, Juliette, Marleigh, Jenalee, Nicolette, Jordyn, Brendon, Kristina, Nicholas, Lauren, Ariel, Lily, and Rylee; and great-grandchildren, Parker, Naiala, Owen, and Oliver.

Heartfelt thanks to faithful communicants who served her Communion every Sunday, Marianna and Michael. Thank you to High Desert Hospice, Becky, Lynae and John. Also thank you to Sarah, a part-time caregiver, who was always on call when we needed her.

Final funeral services for Ursula are arranged by Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen. A Mass for Ursula is scheduled at the San Clemente Catholic Church in Los Lunas at 10 a.m., Monday, Oct. 6, with visitation at 8:30 a.m., and a Rosary at 9:30 a.m.

The burial for Ursula will take place at Our Lady of Belen Memorial Garden. Garrick, Brendon, Nicolette, Kristina, Nicholas, Lily, Lauren and Rylee will serve as pallbearers.

An online tribute for Ursula is available at romerofuneralhomenm.com. Those who would like to remember Ursula may make donations to her favorite charities mentioned above.

Georgie Shore

1928-2025

Beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Georgie Ann Shore passed away on Sept. 9, 2025, at the age of 95.

She was born on Dec. 18, 1928, in Albuquerque.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Waymon Shore; her son, Alvin Shore; as well as her parents and six of her eight siblings.

She is survived by one son and two daughters, Melvin Shore, Sally Wilson and Mary Motter; as well as her two youngest sisters, Judy and Joyce. She also has 16 grandchildren, multiple great-grandchildren, and some great-great grandchildren.

Georgie enjoyed gardening, crafting and spending time with family. She was a longtime resident of Bosque Farms. She will be greatly missed.

Her ashes will be laid to rest at a graveside service at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, Oct. 15, at Terrace Grove Cemetery, 1200 W. Aragon Road, Belen.