RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
William Caldes
Jun 15, 2024
William Christopher Caldes
It all started at a PO Box in Santa Fe on August 17, 1946 and ended in Albuquerque on June 15, 2024. Chris was preceded in death by his parents William E. Caldes and Margaret T. Caldes. He is survived by his wife Mary Lou, daughter Wendy N. Caldes (husband Getachew Gobena), son William Keith Caldes (wife Heather),...
Rudolph (Rudy) Edward Laumbach, 92
Jun 15, 2024
Rudy passed away peacefully, thanks to hospice, after a difficult fight with cancer.
One of his greatest joys was gathering people to see what could be done to make things better.
He was born in Doyleville, Colorado, but New Mexico ranch life formed his childhood; It was the life he loved and always sought out. When he was a child his family...
Raymond Charles Pisotti
Jun 15, 2024
Raymond Charles Pisotti was quite a jokester! That sense of humor of his was quite original! His physical Therapist said, “Ray was always great to work with. He had such a great sense of humor. He always cracked me up with his talk about sausages and his intolerance for dull, subpar cutlery.”
Raymond made the world’s best pizza, Biscotti, and chicken...
Patsy Lee Guynes
Jun 15, 2024
Patsy Lee Guynes (née Smith) went to meet her heavenly father on June 15, 2024.
Patsy was born in Anson, Texas on September 27, 1930 to parents Georgia and Walter, who raised her in Glen Rose, Texas. After graduating as salutatorian of her high school, she attended Tarleton State University in Stephenville, Texas. She moved to Albuquerque and started working at...
Phillip Ross
Jun 15, 2024
Phillip Micah Ross
8/9/1952 - 6/15/2024
Son of Leonard and Melvadyne Ross. Survived by cousin Robin Ross, her husband David Lang and their children Michael and Jennifer Lang, James Lacey, husband of Cheryl Ross (deceased) and their children Jason and Christie Lacey.
As a child, Phil was a Boy Scout and played Little League baseball. Phillip was a proud graduate of UNM. He...
Irene Louise Lafond
Jun 14, 2024
Irene Lafond, age 86, our loving mother, grandmother, aunt and friend, passed away June 14, 2024.
Irene was known for her energetic and adventurous personality. She worked for Sandia Labs from 1959-1967 and APS for 26 years after that as a Librarian. Irene volunteered for Pope Joy and Blue Star Mothers. She was a line dancer, ballroom dancer and played bridge...
Rodney Warren (Rod) Sickenger
Jun 14, 2024
Rodney Warren (Rod) Sickenger, beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away at his home on Friday, June 14, 2024, at the age of 88.
A lifelong Albuquerque resident, Rod was born Monday, November 4, 1935 and grew up in the Old Town area. He graduated from Highland High School in 1954 and attended the University of New Mexico before beginning a...
JoAnne Margaret Kennedy
Jun 14, 2024
JoAnne Margaret Kennedy was gracious, kind, patient and a wonderful role model for her family. She was brave, strong, artistic and adventurous and enjoyed traveling around the world seeking new experiences off the beaten path. She was an avid reader and tenaciously sought opportunities to learn new things and develop new skills. She was independent and loved spending time with...
Gabriel Rivera
Jun 14, 2024
Gabriel Joe Rueben Rivera, Jr. was born on December 4, 1983, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and unexpectedly passed away on June 14, 2024. Affectionately known as "Gaby" to his loving family, he leaves behind a profound absence that will be deeply felt.
Gabe graduated from La Cueva High School in 2002, where he formed lasting friendships and cherished memories. His passion...
Virginia Lujan
Jun 13, 2024
Virginia Lujan, 90, a resident of Albuquerque, NM passed away in her home on the morning of June 13, 2024, succumbing to congestive heart failure and has now joined our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Virginia was a lifelong Catholic and proud mother to four children. Virginia was born on July 30, 1933 in Las Vegas, NM to the late...
Richard "Dick" McDonald
Jun 13, 2024
In Loving Memory of Richard "Dick" McDonald. Per Dick no services to be held but he requests for you to take a shot of Jack Daniels in his Honor and as he always said " Hold a Tight Rein"
High Flight
BY JOHN GILLESPIE MAGEE JR.
Oh! I have slipped the surly bonds of Earth
And danced the skies on laughter-silvered wings;
Sunward I've climbed,...
Ryan Andrew Vaughan
Jun 12, 2024
Ryan Andrew Vaughan, age 27, passed away on June 12, 2024. He was born March 23, 1997, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Ryan was born with Severe Combined Immune Deficiency Syndrome which is a rare genetic disorder affecting the immune system. This condition caused him life-long health challenges.
During his lifetime Ryan enjoyed everything music including listening to various genres, playing guitar...
Barbara Vickers
Jun 12, 2024
Barbara Vickers, born June 23, 1933, passed away Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at the age of 90. She is survived by her five grandchildren, Kari, Russell, Shaun, Tyson and Lacey; four great-grandchildren, Hailey, Alicia, Hayden, and Hilary; three sisters, Alene, Peggy, and Scarlett; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Norman and Arthure Davis;...
Elsie Romero
Jun 12, 2024
Elsie Romero, age 91, passed away on Wednesday, June 12, 2024. Elsie was born on August 12, 1932, in Colorado, to Alfred and Amalia Rodriguez; she grew up in San Luis, Colorado with her uncle and aunt, Ciprian and Candidita Rodriguez. She married Charles Romero on March 12, 1952, and they moved to Albuquerque, NM, to start a new life.
Elsie...
Larry James
Jun 12, 2024
Larry James passed away on June 12, 2024.
He was a native of Albuquerque and loved his city and state.
Larry graduated from St. Mary's High School in 1953, where he earned a debate and public speaking scholarship to UNM.
Larry entered the insurance business and spent a 45-year career with Allstate as an employee, and later owned his own agency.
He was a...
Jack Edwin Eyster
Jun 12, 2024
Jack Edwin Eyster, SMSgt USAF retired, passed away at Montebello in Albuquerque, NM on June 12, 2024 surrounded by the love of his family who mourn his passing and honor him for a life well lived. His parents, Paul Dwight Eyster and Carol Lavona Brandeberry, were married in 1929 aboard a Stinson Detroiter 1,000 feet above the Allen County Courthouse,...
Hugh Miller Bivens
Jun 11, 2024
Hugh M. Bivens, age 93, passed away peacefully June 11, 2024. Hugh was born in West Point, MS in 1930 to Eva and Porter Bivens. He is preceded in death by his wife Mary Ann Bivens, his parents, his sister Kay and brother Neal. Hugh is survived by his son Hugh P. Bivens, granddaughter Celeste Irene Bivens and many nieces...
Elena E. Lucero (Romero)
Jun 11, 2024
Elena E. Lucero (Romero), age 94, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 11, 2024. Elena was the youngest of 13 children, born, March 16, 1930, to Elosia (Lopez) and Alfredo Romero in Las Vegas, New Mexico. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ramon J. Lucero, February 11, 2008.
She is survived by her two sons, Albert (Loretta) and Orlando...
Mary T. Gallegos
Jun 11, 2024
In 1931, the year Mary was born to Edumenio and Julianita Trujillo, the United States was amid The Great Depression. Coincidentally, the classic horror film "Dracula" was released, metaphorically substantiating the daunting nature of the times that would persist for several more years. It was no doubt a challenging time for people looking for work and parents raising their families.
Mary...
Darrell DeWayne Ridge
Jun 11, 2024
Darrell DeWayne Ridge passed away on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, about 10:45 a.m., at his home. He was on his hospice bed holding his wife, Anne C. Patterson's hand when he took his last breath. He fought cancer with all his might, and even beat it once. This time, Jesus said it was time to come home.
Darrell was born and...
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