Obituaries

James "Tom" McWilliams

Nov 6, 2024

James "Tom" McWilliams, 86, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family and friends on November 6, 2024. Tom was born in Indianapolis, IN in 1938. He was number four of eleven children. He is preceded in death by his parents, one older brother, and one older sister. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Barbara; four...

David Irwin

Nov 4, 2024

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of David Keith Irwin, a beloved husband, son, brother, uncle, and friend. Born on Sunday, March 25, 1962, David lived a life defined by love, loyalty, and kindness, leaving a lasting legacy with everyone he touched.

David proudly served in the Navy, where he forged lifelong friendships and was known for...

Sally Barillas

Nov 4, 2024

Sally Barillas, who was born on September 9, 1921 to Leopoldo and Maria Chavez in Cubero, NM, passed away on November 4, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Carlos Barillas; sisters, Libby Griego, Erlinda Lucero, and Flora Chavez; and brothers, Arthur Chavez and Fred Chavez. She is survived by one brother, Benny Chavez; and many nieces...

Carol Ann Hjellming

Nov 4, 2024

Carol Ann Hjellming, 86, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on November 4, 2024. She was born on June 7, 1938 in Dubuque, Iowa to James Edward Johnson and Margaret Lucile (Steil) Johnson. Raised on the north side of Chicago, she also lived in Williams Bay, Wisconsin; Cleveland, Ohio; Charlottesville, Virginia; Socorro, New Mexico; and Albuquerque.

Carol was known for...

Michael Archuleta

Nov 4, 2024

Michael Archuleta, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on November 4, 2024, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was 69 years old.

Michael was born on October 19, 1955, in Reno, Nevada. He is predeceased by his loving parents Salvador and Amalia "Molly" Archuleta, and his Brother Arthur "Art" Archuleta. He is survived by his beloved wife, Jamie...

Charles E. Ahrens, Jr.

Nov 4, 2024

Ahrens Jr, Charles E

Charles (Chuck) Ahrens, age 82, a dedicated husband, father, and friend, passed away November 4th, 2024. Chuck was best known for his military and banking careers. He enjoyed reading, golfing, staying connected with people on Facebook, and most importantly spending time with family and friends. Chuck is survived by his wife Cindy Ahrens, his children Danielle Ahrens,...

George W. Treadwell

Nov 4, 2024

George W. Treadwell, 95, a resident of San Tan Valley, AZ passed away on November 4, 2024. He is survived by children, Paul E. Treadwell of Phoenix, AZ; Claudia M. Cooper of Bosque Farms, NM; Monica A. Treadwell of San Tan Valley, AZ; and Michael A. Treadwell (Peggy) of Round Rock, TX; grandchildren, Rande L. (Zachary) Ortiz, and Dominic A....

Diane "Dee" Christmann

Nov 3, 2024

Diane "Dee" Marie Dietrich was born in Washington, D.C. on August 19th, 1949 to Jack and Darlene Dietrich. She had fond memories of going on weekend beach trips with her parents and visiting her boyfriend, Abe himself, in the Lincoln Memorial. 

The family moved to Albuquerque in 1955. It didn't take long to find her lifelong best friend, Grace Hutzel. Those...

Dong Zhang

Nov 3, 2024

Dong Sheng Zhang (1939 - 2024)

Dong Sheng Zhang, 84, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2024, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on November 28, 1939, in Nanping, Fujian, China, he was the cherished son of Zhangxing Zhang and Guimen Young.

In 1961, Dong Sheng graduated from the Agricultural Mechanization University in Fujian, China, earning a...

John Mills Berry

Nov 3, 2024

John Mills Berry, 82, passed from this world at home surrounded by his wife and daughters on November 3, 2024. John was born December 2, 1941 in Louisville, Kentucky, where he spent his childhood. He attended The Citadel-the military college of South Carolina-graduating in 1963 and immediately joining the U.S. Air Force. During a 20-year career in the Air Force,...

Thomas Gonzales

Nov 2, 2024

Thomas Michael Gonzales passed away peacefully in his sleep on November 2, 2024, at the age of 54 in Albuquerque, NM. Born on February 18, 1970, in Hanford, CA, Thomas was a beloved son, brother, and uncle.

Having obtained an associate's degree, Thomas pursued a career as a Technician in the Electronics industry, where he demonstrated unwavering dedication and skill and...

Larry Aucin

Nov 2, 2024

Larry Aucin, 77, of Placitas, NM, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2024, after complications from a stroke. Larry was born on July 15, 1947, to Lawrence and Mary Aucin, in Cleveland, Ohio. After graduating from Notre Dame in 1969, Larry served as a pilot in the USAF from 1970 to 1975 and in 1977 was hired by Delta Airlines...

Vera Gonzales

Nov 2, 2024

Vera Gonzales, 81, a resident of Albuquerque, died Saturday November 2, 2024. 

Vera was born Wednesday September 29, 1943 to Isidoro and Carlota Paz. She married Clemente Gonzales Saturday June 4, 1960. Surviving Vera is her sister Judy Lucero and husband Gilbert, brother Junior Paz, daughters Regina Steplowski and husband Tom, Brenda Gonzales Rivera and husband Robert, son Bobby Wayne Gonzales,...

Charles Wille

Nov 1, 2024

Charles H. Wille born March 9, 1949, better known as Charlie to everyone, passed away after a short illness on Friday, November 1, 2024, with his children by his side.

Charlie was preceded in death by his wife of 47 years, Judy.

He graduated from Sandia HS in 1967. He then enlisted in the Marine corps reserves from...

James Dlouhy

Oct 31, 2024

James E. Dlouhy, Jr. - Beloved son, nephew, cousin, and friend, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. He died on one of his favorite nights, Halloween. He was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque. Jim loved his family and his friends, and will be missed by all. Jim was 54. He is proceeded in death by his dad, James...

Mary Ann (Baker) Cox

Oct 31, 2024

Mary Ann (Baker) Cox, age 74, transitioned to her next life on Thursday, October 31, 2024, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, after succumbing to complications from an extended illness of unknown origin.

She was born in Phoenix, Arizona, in 1950, was adopted soon thereafter by Jesse L. and Helen (Mayes) Baker, and raised in the copper mining town of Morenci, Arizona.

After high...

Sally Ann (Smith) Cavell

Oct 30, 2024

Sally Ann (Smith) Cavell passed away peacefully on October 30, 2024 in Albuquerque, New Mexico with close family by her side. After a lifetime of living with Type 1 Diabetes, Sally is finally at peace from her disease.

Sally was born on February 8, 1956 in Billings, Montana to Myrtle Jane (Harris) Smith and Chester Anthony Smith.

She attended Billings Senior High...

Irene J. Gonzales

Oct 30, 2024

Irene J. Gonzales, 83, Cherished Mother, Grandmother, Sister, and Aunt went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, October 30, 2024. Irene was born on October 19, 1941, to Rafaelita and Joe Martinez in Gallup, New Mexico. Irene worked from the young age of 12 years old, cleaning homes for people. Later in life she worked for...

Anita Dungan

Oct 29, 2024

Anita Blankenship Dungan of Rio Rancho age 77, passed into the next life on 29 October 2024. She worked as a computer programmer and supervisor after retiring from the U.S. Forest Service in Albuquerque. She also served in other government agencies, notably the Weather Bureau's 'National Ice Center' in Suitland, Maryland. While there she programed satellites to track floating sea...

Ignacio Perez, Sr.

Oct 29, 2024

Ignacio Perez, Sr., was born November 10, 1939, in Durango, Mexico. He passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, October 29th, 2024, with his wife by his side. "Perez" is what his friends called him. He worked at the Albuquerque airport in maintenance. In May 1964, he became a fireman with AFD where he worked for 20 years. Perez...