Margaret Michel
Feb 15, 2025
Margaret was born to Rudolph and Edith Hoegner on June 3rd 1930, in Chicago Ill. Her and Norman Ludwig Gerhard Michel married on Nov. 10, 1951, while Norman was in the Navy. They lived in San Diego at that time. They lived in Chicago until 1976 when they moved to Los Lunas, NM.
Margaret was a loving Mother, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother....
Dennis Lendzion
Feb 15, 2025
Lt. Colonel Dennis "Denny" Gene Lendzion, 79, passed away on February 15, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was surrounded by his family.
Denny was born on July 30, 1945, in Linden, New Jersey. He attended high school in Linden before pursuing higher education at Wichita State University in Kansas, where he earned both his bachelor's and master's degrees. His passion...
Ross Sutter
Feb 14, 2025
Ross was born in Dearborn, Michigan and came to New Mexico when he served in the Air Force, attaining the rank of Staff Sergeant. He graduated from the University of New Mexico in 1979 with a Bachelor of University Studies and worked for the University of New Mexico for 40 years. He died after a long battle with Parkinson's.
Ross loved...
Elaine Justus
Feb 14, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Loise Elaine Justus, a cherished wife, mother, and grandmother, on February 14, 2025, at the age of 92. Born to John Henry Von Tress and Nora Alice Smith in Santa Rita, NM on March 30, 1932, Elaine was known for her unwavering kindness, dedication to her family, and as a devoted Christian...
Margaret Milligan
Feb 14, 2025
Margaret Milligan, 79, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.
Margaret was born on October 9, 1945, in Ray, AZ to Catherine and John McKay.
She spent over 4 decades of her life educating Albuquerque children at several local schools. She spent most of that career at Dolores Gonzales Elementary, a school that she...
Carolyn Hines-Gunn
Feb 13, 2025
Carolyn Jean Hines Gunn (Jeannie), age 85, passed away on February 13, 2025. She is survived by her son, Dean; stepdaughter, Kim; grandson, Greggor; and step-grandchildren, Marisa and William. Jeannie was born at the Old St. Joseph's Hospital in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and lived in Albuquerque her entire life. She attended Jefferson Junior High School and Albuquerque High School. After...
Luther Johnson
Feb 13, 2025
Luther Johnson, affectionately known as Papa or Pops, was the epitome of love, kindness, and family. A devoted husband, an extraordinary father, and a cherished grandfather, he passed away peacefully on February 13, 2025, at the age of 90. His remarkable life was not defined by grand gestures, but by the unwavering love he gave to all who were fortunate...
Sue Armstrong
Feb 13, 2025
Sue Armstrong, a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico since 1945, died February 13, 2025. She was 91 years of age. She is survived by her children, Carla Arnold and David Sieger, her daughters-in-law, Carol Sinor and Pat Armstrong, her son-in-law, Jerry Arnold, and grandchildren, Heather and Josh Arnold, Ginny Tousignant, and Dustin Armstrong.
Sue was born on a farm in Enid,...
James Colebank
Feb 13, 2025
James Colebank, age 61, a resident of Albuquerque. Was born Thursday, April 25, 1963, died on Thursday, February 13, 2025. He is survived by his siblings, Robin Sanchez, Dawn and husband, Steve Watts, Robert Wooldridge Jr.; nieces and nephews, Tabitha (Goddaughter), Brandon, Devin, Taylor, Evan, Rick, Selena, Jon; great nieces and nephews; Brooke, Noah, Eli, Izabella, Annalise, Riley, Kaidence, Kendrix,...
Elaine Rutten
Feb 13, 2025
Elaine Juanita Rutten, aged 84, passed away on 2/13/2025. She was a beloved mother, wife, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Elaine was born on July 12, 1940, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where she spent her formative years. She attended St. Mary's High School and later had a professional career with the federal government and...
Robert Saviteer
Feb 13, 2025
Robert Louis Saviteer died peacefully at home on February 13th, 2025. Born on April 20, 1947, in New Haven, Connecticut, Bob was a loving husband, father, step-father and grandfather, and a beloved friend to many.
After graduating from Roswell Military School, in Roswell New Mexico, Bob went on to receive his BA in English, minoring in Art, at...
Gladys Hightower
Feb 12, 2025
Gladys Dolores Hightower, a longtime resident of Las Vegas passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. Gladys was born on August 19, 1929, to Ernest R. McLennan and Geneva (Sadler) McLennan, in Valley Mills, Texas. She was the second to the youngest of nine children. She finished high school in Valley Mills and was an active member of her church...
Isabel Padilla
Feb 12, 2025
Isabel Padilla, age 96, passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. Isabel was preceded in death by her husband of fifty-six years, Santiago (Jimmy), and two great-grandsons, Kayden and Jakob Montoya. She is survived by her five children: Gloria Padilla-Carlson, Priscilla Padilla-Griego (Ernie), Roger Padilla, Angelina Padilla (Anna), and Rita Lucero (Frank). Isabel had nine grandchildren and sixteen great-grandchildren. She...
Michael Liguori
Feb 12, 2025
Michael George Liguori, 78, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on 02/12/2025 shortly after entering hospice care. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, known for his kindness, generosity, and lasting impact on the Albuquerque construction industry.
Born in March 1946 in New York, Michael lived a life full of love and dedication to his family. After moving...
Linda Jean Ross
Feb 12, 2025
Linda Ross, age 81, our family matriarch, Mom, Mother-in-Law, Nana, counselor, best friend, protector, and leader in her community of Elephant Butte, NM, passed away on February 12th, 2025. Linda was a beloved member of the Ladies Auxiliary American Legion Post 44, where she was a dedicated member along with her husband of 50+ years, Stephen Ross. She held many...
Joseph Cordova
Feb 11, 2025
Joseph "Joe" R. Cordova, 57, of Albuquerque, NM, went home to his Lord and Savior on February 11, 2025. He was born in Santa Ana, CA, to Jose Marcelino and Gloria Cordova. He spent the majority his life living in New Mexico.
Joe graduated from Clovis High School and went into the glass and glazing trade at a young age. He...
Elroy Hansen
Feb 11, 2025
Elroy Hansen, 87, beloved Son, Husband, Father, and Grandfather, was called to his eternal resting place on February 11, 2025. He entered this world on December 5, 1937 in Beresford, South Dakota, born to Clarence and Louise Hansen. He is survived by his wife, Faye Hansen; son, Paul Hansen; daughter-in-law, Monica; grandson, Brock Hansen; son, David Hansen; and daughter-in-law, Colleen....
River Sanchez
Feb 10, 2025
River James Herminio Sanchez "Lil Rio", 7 months, of Albuquerque, NM passed away on February 10th in his mother's arms. River was born on July 10th, 2024 in Albuquerque, NM, the son of Brandon Sanchez and Mariah Mata. A soccer player in the making with all that kicking he would do in his crib with his swift moves and chunky...
Lizette Collado Schwarz
Feb 10, 2025
Surrounded by her loving family, Lizette Collado Schwarz passed away peacefully in Albuquerque on Monday, February 10, 2025, at the age of 76.
Lizette's journey through life was as diverse and vibrant as the city she called home.
Her career began as an accountant in the government sector, where her many years of service and sense of responsibility earned her great respect....
Ezequiel Medina
Feb 10, 2025
Ezequiel (Joe) Medina was born in Springer, New Mexico in 1933. He passed away peacefully at the age of 91 on Monday, February 10th, 2025.
He is survived by his sons, Joseph and Michael; daughter, Elizabeth; grandchildren, Brittany, Ashley, Isaac, Emily and Riley; sisters Eleanor and Maxine and his many beloved great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Preceding Ezequiel in death are his wife...