Elva E. (Ortega)  Martinez Hernandez

Elva E. (Ortega) Martinez Hernandez

Jul 20, 2023

Elva E. (Ortega) Martinez Hernandez, age 97, went to be with our Lord on Thursday, July 20, 2023, at the home of her son, Toby Martinez and daughter-in-law, Sandra, who were by her side. Elva was born on January 25, 1926, in Questa, NM, and was a longtime resident of Albuquerque, NM. Her parents were Jose Tobias and Maria...

Warren Kenneth Fisher, Jr.

Warren Kenneth Fisher, Jr.

Jul 20, 2023

Warren Kenneth Fisher, Jr., a native of Albuquerque, passed away on Thursday, July 20th.  Ken was born in 1945 to Warren Kenneth Fisher and Lucille Shear Fisher.  He played basketball for UNM graduating with a BA in American Studies, and later earned his MA in public administration from BYU.  He married Dianne in September 1971 in St. George, Utah. ...

Maria Cecile (Duchesneau)  Friedlander

Maria Cecile (Duchesneau) Friedlander

Jul 19, 2023

Maria Friedlander, passed away in Albuquerque, NM peacefully on Wednesday, July 19, 2023, at the age of 89 in her loving daughter's home after suffering from a broken hip. Born in West Warwick, RI, Maria was the youngest of five children in a talented musical family. At the age of four, her father discovered she had a...

William B. Field

William B. Field

Jul 19, 2023

Beloved Husband and Father, William "Bill" B. Field, age 98, passed away peacefully in his home on Wednesday, July 19, 2023. He was preceded in death by Mary G. Field, his wife of 50 years. He is survived by his brother, John H. Field and his son, Michael D. Field. Bill was born in Brooklyn, New York in October...

William Hardy Gronewold

William Hardy Gronewold

Jul 17, 2023

Bill Gronewold, loving husband, father, and brother, passed away to our Lord on Monday, July 17, 2023, at his home. He was born in Keokuk, Iowa, son of Mylon and Virgina (nee Hardy) Gronewold. Bill's love for God shined like a bright light to all who knew him. His honesty and loyalty to all family and friends was uplifting...

Earl Patrick Higgs

Earl Patrick Higgs

Jul 16, 2023

It is with deep sorrow and profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved, Earl (E.P.) Higgs of Socorro, New Mexico. He left us unexpectedly on the morning of July 16, 2023 while visiting Le Grand, California. E.P. leaves behind cherished memories and a profound impact on the lives of all who were fortunate to know and...

Janet Ann (Pierson)  Pierce

Janet Ann (Pierson) Pierce

Jul 15, 2023

Janet Ann (Pierson) Pierce was born in Wilmington, Delaware on March 24th, 1939, and passed away on Saturday, July 15th, 2023, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.  She was raised on a farm and received a BS in Home Economics from the University of Delaware while helping to care for her younger siblings, Edwin, Sally, and George.  She met Raymond Pierce...

Mildred (Lovett)  Landis

Mildred (Lovett) Landis

Jul 15, 2023

Mildred “Millie” Lovett Landis was born in Meridian, Mississippi on May 28, 1937. She passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 15, 2023. She is survived by her children Marvin, Michael (Beth) and Pam (Scott);  5 grandchildren; and 13 great- grandchildren, all of whom she loved very much. She loved her Savior and her family with all her...

Nellie Pacheco

Nellie Pacheco

Jul 15, 2023

Nellie Pacheco, age 86, beloved mother, grandmother, mother-in-law, sister, and auntie was called to her eternal resting place on Saturday, July 15, 2023. She entered this world on May 11, 1937, in Burnham, NM, born to Chee and Marie Benally. She is survived by her daughter, Roberta Miller; sons, Carl Pacheco, Charles Pacheco and Robert Pacheco; grandsons, Matthew Miller,...

Geraldine Williams

Geraldine Williams

Jul 14, 2023

Geraldine, "Jerry" Williams passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on July 14, 2023, at the age of 92. Jerry was born on January 28, 1931, in Ripley Tennessee. She was married to the love of her life Ken, who passed away in 2021 for 71 years.

Together they lived a great life and traveled all over...

Wilma Louise (Larson)  Christopherson

Wilma Louise (Larson) Christopherson

Jul 14, 2023

Wilma Louise Larson Christopherson. A beloved daughter, aunt and friend. Her family called her Louise and to many friends she was Chris. She was born in Moline, IL March 1, 1941 and she left this earth at age 82 on Friday, July 14, 2023.

She is survived by one older brother, Keith Christopherson; three half sisters, Colleen,...

Herman Esquibel

Herman Esquibel

Jul 14, 2023

Herman Esquibel, also known as Erminio or Herminio Esquibel, age 84, and a long-time resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, played his final hand and passed away peacefully in his sleep on Friday, July 14, 2023. Herman was born August 21, 1938, to Macedonio "Max" and Esther Esquibel in Abo, New Mexico. Herman then went on to meet his former...

David Anthony Barela

David Anthony Barela

Jul 14, 2023

David Barela, age 66, the most honest and honorable man you will ever meet, passed away Friday, July 14, 2023. Dave was known for always putting God and family first and instilled this upon his children as well. He was and will always be the most wonderful, loving, and dedicated father and grandfather. He always gave his 100% and...

Heinz Walter Schmitt

Heinz Walter Schmitt

Jul 14, 2023

A man of honor, integrity, and an amazing husband and father, Heinz W. Schmitt passed away on Friday, July 14, 2023. Heinz is survived by his wife of 60 years, Barbara Schmitt; children, Karl Schmitt and Karen Glenn; granddaughter, Darby Glenn; older brother, Gunther Schmitt and sister-in-law, Judy Schmitt.

Born in New York, Heinz earned his Bachelor...

Mary Elizabeth Lukes

Mary Elizabeth Lukes

Jul 14, 2023

Beth Lukes, age 70, passed away Friday, July 14, 2023. Beth was known for her love of family and friends, and for her dedication to God. She was a devoted Mother, a dedicated High School English teacher and after obtaining a Master's in Theology, she was Family Life Director for the Archdiocese of Santa Fe. She also had a...

Ross Casey

Ross Casey

Jul 13, 2023

Ross Sumner Casey, incredible skier, outdoorsy, nature and animal lover, foodie, minimalist, ever-happy, and accomplished traveler, peacefully passed away in his home on Thursday, July 13, 2023 in the company of his loving wife, Ana Maria Casey; sister, Shona Casey; and sister-in-law, Marizabel Gonzalez, M.D. Ross' passing came as a huge surprise to many since he was so young and...

Marilyn Joan Hanna

Marilyn Joan Hanna

Jul 13, 2023

Marilyn Joan Hanna, devoted, caring, and nurturing wife, mother, grandmother, sister, friend, and professional nurse passed away at La Vida Llena Retirement Community in Albuquerque, New Mexico on Thursday, July 13, 2023. Marilyn was born in Terre Haute, Indiana to Mr. Keith and Mrs. Geneva Spencer on October 14, 1930. After graduating from Garfield High School in 1948, she...

Rita Adkins

Rita Adkins

Jul 13, 2023

Rita Adkins, age 91, went to heaven peacefully on Thursday, July 13, 2023, surrounded by her four children. Born in Durango, Colorado on Sunday, January 17, 1932, to Myra Hoagland Cummins and Michael Cummins, Rita was the third of five children. She had a busy and lively childhood growing up in Durango helping out at her father's grocery store,...

Penny Curfman

Penny Curfman

Jul 13, 2023

Penny Curfman, age 84, a dedicated wife and mother of five, passed away Thursday, July 13, 2023. Penny graduated from Hope Christian College in 1963 with a degree in Spanish. As a young woman she was one of the first volunteers in the newly formed Peace Corps, teaching English to Spanish-speaking teachers in Columbia, South America. After leaving Columbia...

Carmel Stella (Rael)  Romero

Carmel Stella (Rael) Romero

Jul 13, 2023

Carmel Stella (Rael) Romero passed away Thursday, July 13th, 2023, after a brief fight with cancer. Carmel was born July 1st, 1939, in Cruzville, New Mexico, to Martin and Precila Rael being one of ten children. TAs eldest daughter, she took on many responsibilities at a young age developing her indomitable will and thirst for education. Carmel married (Patrick...