Obituaries

Robert Thomas Lewis

Dec 17, 2024

Robert Thomas Lewis died December 17, 2024, at home in Rio Rancho, NM. He was born September 2, 1928, in Kansas City, MO. His parents were James O. and Myrtle (Kemper) Lewis. The family lived in Iowa for seven years before moving to Mt. Vernon, MO in 1935.

He is survived by his wife, Idell, of 72 years and...

Rita Phifer

Dec 14, 2024

Rita Phifer, age 80, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, and daughter, was called to her eternal resting place on Saturday, December 14, 2024. She entered this world on February 17, 1944, in Albuquerque, NM, born to Carmel and Igenia Vigil.

She is survived by her husband, Donald Phifer MD; daughter, Debbie Allen; son, Robert Trujillo; son, Chris Trujillo; and daughter,...

Juanita Marie Kilijanski

Dec 13, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Juanita Marie (Martinez) Kilijanski, aged 68, a beloved wife, sister, and aunt. Juanita passed away peacefully at home on December 13, 2024, surrounded by family.

Juanita was the devoted wife of Mark Kilijanski, with whom she shared 29 wonderful years of marriage. A devout Catholic, Juanita's faith was a cornerstone...

Paula Leming

Dec 13, 2024

Mrs. Paula Leming, age 80 of Rio Rancho, New Mexico and formerly of Arkadelphia, Arkansas passed away on December 13, 2024. She was born in 1944, the daughter of Paul and Kathryn.

Mrs. Leming graduated from Eastern Illinois University with degrees in German and Spanish and from Michigan State University with graduate degrees in both. She was a retired German and...

Rodolfo Parga

Dec 12, 2024

Rodolfo "Rudy" Parga, Sr., age 81, our Superman, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, December 12th, 2024, with family at his side after valiantly battling a rare neurodegenerative disease linked to his prior military service to our country.

He lived for his family and always emphasized a strong work ethic and being kind to people. He supported his...

Ida Humphrey

Dec 12, 2024

Ida A. Humphrey aka "Big Ida", "Little Momma", "Grandma Shorty"

Ida Humphrey left us peacefully in her sleep on December 12th, 2024.

She will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, and friend.

Ida was born Ida Ulman Abrams to Ernest and Rose Abrams in Richmond, VA. on August 4, 1928,...

Silvestre Castillo

Dec 12, 2024

Silvestre Castillo passed away the morning of December 12th, 2024, surrounded by family. Silvestre was the youngest of 11 children. He was born in Santa Rita, NM in 1932 and was raised in Jarales, NM. Silvestre moved with his wife, Theresa, and their six children to Albuquerque in the early 70's.

Silvestre was a home builder and general contractor in New...

Frances Myers

Dec 12, 2024

Frances (Fran) Adelia Myers, age 94, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on Thursday, December 12, 2024. Fran was born January 19, 1930, in Houston, TX to Louis Lee and Doris Delia Adam. Her father was career US Army, and the family eventually was assigned to the Panama Canal Zone. Fran met her future husband, James (Jimmy) Frederick Myers who was...

Otie Clinton Tumlinson

Dec 11, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved father, grandfather, friend, and husband of 52 years. Otie Clinton Tumlinson was 79 years old. He was surrounded by his loving family and friends, when the Lord called him home on December 11th.

He was a man full of wisdom, humor, and a love of God. He cherished...

Pablo Muniz

Dec 11, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of beloved husband and father, Pablo Antonio Muñiz (74). Pablo passed away peacefully in his home on December 11th, 2024, with his wife and daughter by his side, after a brief period of illness.

Pablo was born on February 26, 1950, in Humacao, Puerto Rico. He was the son...

Lynn Briggs

Dec 10, 2024

Lynn Ann Mundy Briggs was born December 9th, 1948 to Radford and Irene Mundy.

Lynn is a resident "Alien" born and raised in Roswell New Mexico. There she met her military man, Terry Briggs, who was stationed at the AirForce base in Roswell. They got married within 3 quick months of Terry being transferred to California and have been married...

Nicholas Tenorio

Dec 8, 2024

Nicholas Tenorio passed away on Sunday December 8th, 2024. He was 26 years old. Nick is survived by his parents Randy and Ida, his sissy Olivia and her husband Joe, his Nana Rita and Grandpo Bobby, many aunts, uncles and cousins, his far reaching spiritual family, his best friend Myles, the “hot tub club”, countless treasured friends and his beloved,...

Amarante Montoya

Dec 8, 2024

In Loving Memory of Amarante Montoya Jr.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Amarante Montoya Jr, who passed away peacefully at the age of 91 on December 8, 2024, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Born on April 6, 1933, in Espanola, New Mexico, Amarante was a man of great character, warmth, and...

Christopher Page

Dec 8, 2024

Christopher Page, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on December 8, 2024. He dedicated his life to making a difference. For 31 years, he worked tirelessly with Special Olympics, leaving a legacy of kindness, compassion, and service to his community. A loving husband and father, Christopher's warmth and commitment to his family will be forever cherished by those who knew...

Rosemary "Mickey" Spencer

Dec 8, 2024

Rosemary (Mickey) Spencer, passed into the loving arms of her Savior December 8, 2024. She was the daughter of Frances Mary Carley and Castel Lamar Pittman. She was born July 29,1932 in Hattiesburg Mississippi. At the age of 14 she met her future husband, Charles (Charlie) who was only 17. They each went home and told their parents they just...

James Davis

Dec 7, 2024

James (Jim) L. Davis, 91, passed away December 7th, 2024 after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease. He was born in Washington, IN in 1933. After serving four years in the US Navy, he moved to Albuquerque, NM in 1956. He retired from Sandia Labs in 1992 after 35 years. He also worked at Cee Vee Concessions at the State...

Muriel Drexel James

Dec 6, 2024

JAMES – Muriel Drexel , 96, passed away on Friday, December 6, 2024. She is survived by her children, Joseph James, Vertiley Stephens, Marguerita Perkins, Cookie Neptune, Alfred James, Allyson James-Vigil, and Norma JamesMcKibbin. 15 Grandchildren, 19 Great Grandchildren, and 1 Great Great Grandchild. Also 2 sisters, Claudine Brown and Kay Taylor, as well as many nieces and nephews. She...

Cassandra Boyer

Dec 6, 2024

Cassandra (Cassie) Lee Boyer, 41, our Special Angel, was called to her eternal resting place on December 6, 2024. She entered this world on November 12, 1983 in Albuquerque, NM, born to Robert and Rebecca Boyer.

She is survived by her mother Rebecca Boyer; father Robert Boyer; sister Caitlin Boyer. She was preceded in death by brother Andrew Boyer, grandparents Don...

Ron Wiser

Dec 6, 2024

Ron Gordon Wiser, 68, passed away peacefully in his Albuquerque, NM home surrounded by his family on December 6, 2024 after a struggle with pancreatic cancer. He was born on September 14, 1956 in Glendale, CA to James Gordon and Eva Lou (Blair) Wiser. Ron was the first of three children, and moved around the country in his childhood. As...

Sandra Zufelt

Dec 5, 2024

Sandra Lee Zufelt, 74, our beloved mother, daughter, mother-in-law, and grandmother passed away on Thursday, December 5, 2024. She received great joy working at the LDS Temple and participating in church activities. And when she was not at church, she was at home, crocheting, working in her garden, competing puzzles, and trying her hand at genealogy. She will be missed...