Josefina Pimentel, co-founder of Pimentel Guitars and the cherished matriarch of her family, passed away peacefully on the morning of April 23, 2025, at the age of 97.
Born in Ault, Colorado, Josefina married her beloved husband, Lorenzo Pimentel, in 1949. Together, they built a life rooted in love, resilience, and extraordinary craftsmanship. Shortly after their marriage, the couple moved to...
Jean Brody (née Dorothy Jean Lindsey) passed away peacefully at home on April 23rd, 2025, hours before the birthday of her beloved husband, Jerry. She dedicated her life to her family, recording rock art across New Mexico, and tending to her massive collection of cacti and succulents. She will always be remembered for her kindness, her intelligence and curiosity, and...
Arthur (Rusty) Ray Reed
Born on May 27, 1949 in Tucumcari, NM has passed away on April 23, 2025.
Celebrated 58 years of marriage to his wonderful wife Sheila Reed.
Preceded in death by his parents: Rex and Marie Reed.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years Sheila Reed, their son Roy Reed,...
Malka Sutin made the world's best chicken soup. Her heritage, culture, and love of family/friends is why her soup was the best.
Yes, she accomplished many other things, but the quality of her Jewish cooking cannot be overstated. The Jewish version of "Like Water for Chocolate." Malka poured love into her food.
Malka's life began in Dąbrowa Tarnowski, Poland on October 27,...
Barbara Bernal passed away peacefully on Tuesday April 22, 2025. She was born on June 10, 1947, to Max and Betty Rahn. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Tiffany; and husband, Michael. She is survived by her daughters, Kimberly Gross (Brian), Melissa Maechtlen (Jacob), and Melinda Cordova (Jose); her brother, Lou Rahn (Christine); and grandchildren, Tyler, Angelo, Mason,...
Raymond Paul "Skip" Theiler Jr, 87, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, entered eternal rest on the evening of April 21, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born June 12, 1937, in Shepherdsville, Kentucky, Skip was the eldest of six children born to Gladys Brady and Raymond Theiler Sr. As a child, he earned the nickname "Skip" because he was always skipping from...
Judy Mershon, 83, wife, mother, and grandmother, was called to her eternal resting place on April 21, 2025. She entered this world on November 25, 1941, in Plainview, TX, born to Gerald and Bertha Dorough. She is survived by her husband, Ron Mershon; daughter, Denise Olson with husband, Mike; son, Gregory Mershon with wife, Fran; grandson, Anders Olson; granddaughter, Maren...
David Michael Skowran, 85, died on April 21, 2025. He will be greatly missed by his daughters, Maurreen and Erin.
Born in Detroit, Michigan, on August 16, 1939, David grew up in Pittsburgh and left to serve his country with honor for 26 years in the United States Air Force, specializing in telecommunications. He retired as a senior master sergeant and...
Gary W. Long, MD died on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025 at the age of 87. Born of Amish/Mennonite heritage, he grew up in Fresno and Dinuba, CA. He attended UCLA Medical School and graduated in 1963. Gary became a senior resident and graduated in the summer of 1967. He had enrolled in a military deferment program, so then went...
Carole Ann Stewart, age 89, of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully on April 20th, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on November 10th, 1935 in Chester Illinois, Carole lived a life marked by kindness and unwavering love for her family. She was the heart of our home and a source of wisdom and warmth for everyone who knew her.
Carole was known for...
Judith Ann Martinez passed away on April 20, 2025. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and sister. Judith was known for her love for the Lord, her smile, and her friendliness.
She is survived by her son, Rocky Martinez; her sisters, Patti (Don) Kuhns, and Jeannie Diller; her grandchildren, Larissa and Desiree Martinez; and great-grandchild, Gabriella Baros. She also leaves behind...
Robert Sanborn Pinkham Jr, 97, passed away peacefully on April 19th, 2025, reuniting with the love of his life, Connie, who preceded him in death five years ago. Born and raised in Boston, Bob met Connie on a ski hill, and together they built a beautiful life in Albuquerque, where they spent their seven decades of marriage.
Bob was a mechanical...
"A life well lived is a precious gift of hope, strength, and grace from someone who has made our world a brighter, better place."
- Author unknown
Kathleen Ruth Cushing passed away last week at the age of 93 after a long and courageous battle with illness. Fiercely loving, endlessly compassionate, and always more concerned with giving than receiving, Kathleen lived a...
Marilyn Sue West, age 84, passed away on April 18, 2025. It's hard to capture the essence of Sue's life in words, as her impact was profound and her presence will be deeply missed. We were blessed to have her in our lives, and it's clear that she always gave her best and cherished her family and friends with all...
Pattie Gwendolyn O'Rourke passed away unexpectedly in Albuquerque, New Mexico on April 16, 2025 on the feast of St. Bernadette. She was 89 years of age. Pattie was preceded in death by her loving husband Ferrell O'Rourke, son John O'Rourke (Enedina) and brother John Kirkland. She is survived by her son Michael O'Rourke (Joanne), daughter Theresa O'Rourke, sister Joanne Kilner,...
Elwin Russell Bearly, 94, of Albuquerque passed away on April 16th, 2025 after a brief illness surrounded by family.
Russell was born on April 15th, 1931 to Elwin and Minnie Bearly in Ashland, Kansas. He grew up in Protection, Kansas and later moved to Lansing, Kansas where he met and married Helen Swink. He worked for the Kansas City Terminal Railway...
Ralph Gilbert Neel, age 92, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, was called to his eternal resting place on April 16, 2025. He entered this world on August 29, 1932, in Delta, CO, born to Weldon and Myrtle Neel. Ralph served in the Navy from 1952 - 1956, during the Korean War. He graduated from The University of New Mexico...
Austin Robert Smyth May 2, 1975 - April 16, 2025
"My sheep hear my voice, and I know them and they follow me: and I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand. My Father, which gave them me, is greater than all; and no man is able to...
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Pauline Velasquez on April 15, 2025 at the age of 95. She was at home surrounded by her family.
Pauline was born in Tierra Amarilla, New Mexico on December 11, 1929, to Frank Esquibel and Virginia Cantu Esquibel.
Pauline left Tierra Amarilla at the age of...
In Loving Memory of Carrie Montoya-Pegg
October 16, 1979 - April 15, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend, Carrie Montoya-Pegg, who left us far too soon on April 15, 2025, at the age of 45.
Born on October 16, 1979, Carrie brought light, laughter, and love into the lives of...