Obituaries

Jan 23, 2025

John was born October 30, 1967 in Montgomery County, Maryland, to Mabel Claire Bondurant Culpepper and James William Culpepper. His father James "Jim" worked for the Atomic Energy Commission (later D.O.E.) in Maryland and Washington D.C. and, later, in Albuquerque, NM. John lived with his parents for many years until he moved into a family supported living situation, and later...

Jan 22, 2025

Frankie L. Perry, beloved mother, grandmother, friend, and colleague, passed away on January 22, 2025, in her home with family and her black Labrador, Quincy. Frankie had a profound impact on so many people throughout her lifetime professionally and personally; a life well lived.

A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, February 22, 2025, at 11:30 am at St. Michael's &...

Jan 22, 2025

Camille Dvorack, age 79, passed away peacefully while surrounded by family on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at La Vida Llena, 10501 Lagrima de Oro Road NE, Albuquerque, NM, after a lengthy illness. She was born in Bogota, Colombia on October 26, 1945, to Liliana and Raul Ospina. Camille was raised in Bogota and eventually emigrated to the United States, settling...

Jan 22, 2025

Tommie, was reunited in heaven with her beloved husband, Joe Pete Jaramillo on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. Tommie, age 90, died peacefully at home having fought a valiant four-year battle with kidney disease. She was born April 14, 1934 in Albuquerque to Lorenzo and Estella Vigil. Tommie was a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend. She...

Jan 21, 2025

Tin Har Kwan, 96, of Kaiping, Guangdong, China, passed away on January 21, 2025, surrounded by loving family.

Tin was born July 14, 1929 in Kaiping, Guangdong, China, the son of Zeyu Kwan and Hui Ming.

Tin joined The Royal Hong Kong Police in 1949, and served until honorably discharged in 1974. Tin received the Colonial Police Long Service Medal in 1967....

Jan 21, 2025

Jan 21, 2025

Baby Ben Martinez, Our beloved Son, Grandson, Brother, Nephew, and Cousin passed away on January 21, 2025.

Baby Ben's passion was to live, he was so energetic and loved to dance in his Momma's belly. Baby Ben was able to achieve life, where he changed his Mommy's life to be better. He made her stronger and gave her a passion to...

Jan 21, 2025

Patrick William Warren, 86, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2025, at home surrounded by his loving wife and family.

Pat was born on November 1, 1938, in Phoenix, Arizona, to Clinton Griffith Warren and Marguerette Faulconer Warren. The middle child of three, he was a devoted brother to his older brother, Robert, and younger sister, Jan.

Pat...

Jan 21, 2025

Lucas J. Montoya, age 93, passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. He was born on January 3, 1932, in La Junta, Colorado to Anastacio and Agapita Montoya. The family moved to Albuquerque where Lucas graduated from Albuquerque High School. He later graduated from the University of Albuquerque and then obtained a master's degree in public administration from the University...

Jan 21, 2025

David Evan Merewether, Sr. was born July 7, 1936, in Detroit, Michigan with a brilliant mind, skillful hands and a heart of gold, which may explain his 13-pound birth weight. He left us on January 21, 2025.

He moved to Albuquerque in 1941 with his parents Edward and Mary Merewether, brother Edward of Placitas and his sister Eleanor (deceased). He attended...

Jan 21, 2025

James D Beck was born in Anthony, KS on May 29, 1932, and passed away at his home in Albuquerque, NM on the morning of Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at the age of 92.

From the time he was about 12 years old, and as the eldest of three children being raised by a single mother in Wichita, KS in the...

Jan 21, 2025

DeVere Blair Berquist, 58, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2025, with his loving wife at his side. Born in Santa Maria, California on May 8, 1966, the family moved to Utah in 1973 and later to Albuquerque in 1978. He attended Our Lady of Fatima Grade School and graduated from Menaul School in 1985. As...

Jan 21, 2025

Viola Florez Tighe passed away peacefully on January 21, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.  Vi was born on July 30, 1947, to Florence Florez (Hancock) and Jose Merced Florez in Bloomfield, New Mexico.

Vi received her B.A. in Liberal Arts from Fort Lewis College in Durango, Colorado, before receiving her Master's Degree in Education from The University of Colorado, and then...

Jan 20, 2025

Roberta, a vibrant and loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, leaves behind a legacy of joy, warmth, and unforgettable memories.

Born in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Roberta’s life was a beautiful testament to love, laughter, and living life to its fullest.

Roberta was a vibrant presence who loved her family and friends with unwavering depth and devotion. She was fun-loving and delightfully "predictably...

Jan 20, 2025

It is with tremendous sadness that the family of Anita F. Hendrix, a loving, caring, and courageous daughter, mother, sister, aunt, wife, and friend, unexpectedly went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on January 20, 2025. She was born a native New Mexican on December 16, 1946.

One of Anita's favorite Bible verses was Numbers 6:24 - 26...

Jan 20, 2025

Victoria Marie Naclerio, 69, beloved Wife, Daughter, and Friend was called to her eternal resting place on January 20, 2025. She entered this world on March 8, 1955, in La Jolla, CA, born to Ronald and Teresa Graham. A memorial service will be held February 7, 2025, 11:00 a.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE.

Jan 20, 2025

Mary Angela (Angie) Epley, age 60, of Albuquerque passed away unexpectedly on January 20, 2025. Angie was born to Martin and Lorraine Serena on October 20, 1964 in Ottawa, Illinois.

She is survived by two daughters Lauren and Heather Epley also of Albuquerque, her sisters Julie(Jim) Knauf and Kris(Joe) Fogarty and her brothers Mike(Susan) Serena, Marty (Janet) Serena, Joe Serena and...

Jan 20, 2025

Esperanza Adelina Sandoval passed peacefully in the arms of her loving parents on January 20, 2025. Esperanza was born on January 18, 2025. She was the answer to their prayers, and they waited for her birth with joyful expectation. During her brief visit on Earth, she enjoyed being held close by her parents. She was loved by all who met...

Jan 20, 2025

Connie (Constance) Soden, 76, passed peacefully on January 20, 2025. Connie was born in Omaha, NE on May 15, 1948 to Justine (Taylor) and Jack (John Raymond) DeVoe. She was a graduate of Marian High School in Omaha, class of 1966. After high school she attended Kansas State University in Manhattan, KS where she met Jerry Soden in 1966. Connie...

Jan 19, 2025

Mary Emeline Montoya, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 19th, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, at the age of 85. Born on September 14, 1939, in Rudy, Arkansas, Mary lived a full life filled with love, compassion, and resilience.

Mary was the daughter of Henry Albert and Julia Ellen O'Kelley. She grew up in a close-knit...