Deborah "Debbie" Partington
Oct 14, 2024
Deborah "Debbie" Partington, age 67, passed away on Monday, October 14, 2024 after a long, challenging battle with dementia.
Debbie was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM. She graduated from Del Norte High School in 1975 and attended UNM and received her Bachelor's Degree in Nursing in 1980. Debbie was an amazing, caring nurse for 30 years at Lovelace Hospital on...
Jeffrey Coates
Oct 13, 2024
Jeffrey M Coates age 66, passed away after many years of health struggles. We rejoice knowing on Sunday, October 13, 2024 he went peacefully into the arms of our Lord Jesus.
Jeff was proceeded in death by parents Edward and Marianne Coates: brother, Edward Coates and daughter, Jenifer Coates. He is survived by wife, Wanda Coates; son, Jacob (Pauline) Conner; 3...
Judy Ann Geier
Oct 13, 2024
Judy Ann Geier, age 71, went to be with our Lord peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, as the sun rose on Sunday morning, October 13, 2024 after a beautifully lived life. Her resilience and strong will to live, unwavering faith in God, and the love and prayers of family, friends, and many supporters carried her through a decades long battle...
Alice Rose Molina
Oct 13, 2024
To sum up a person's life in an obituary is impossible but here it goes...
Alicia "Alice" Molina was born on June 28, 1947, to parents Cresencio and Mauricia Molina in Roswell, New Mexico. As was sometimes the custom in those days, Alice was given to her grandparents, Eduardo "Lalo" and Juanita Aragon to be raised. She also gives credit to...
Rosalie J. Gabaldon
Oct 13, 2024
Rosalie J. Gabaldon, born October 28, 1941, passed away peacefully on the morning of October 13, 2024, just 15 days shy of her 83rd birthday. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Celedon “Sal” Gabaldon, daughter Celeste G. Rhoades, daughter Laverne G. Brooks (Brian), granddaughter Nicole “Nikki” Gabaldon, grandson Isaiah Rhoades, step grandson Colton Brooks, beloved great granddaughters...
William "Billy" Lee Hammer
Oct 13, 2024
William "Billy" Lee Hammer
December 13, 1991 - October 13, 2024
William "Billy" Lee Hammer left this life and moved into his next adventure on October 13, 2024. He is survived by his parents, William and Carolynn Hammer; his sisters, Shalada, Ria, Amanda, and Hannah; their spouses, Nicholas, Lisa, Walter, and Jeremy; his nieces and nephews, Claire, Gregory, Owan, Ace, Asher, Joey,...
Amelia Trindal
Oct 12, 2024
It is with profound sadness that the family of Amelia M. Alferi-Trindal announce her peaceful passing on October 12, 2024 at the age of 88.
Amelia was the beloved matriarch of a large and loving family. Amelia devoted her life to her family and her faith, finding joy in the love of Jesus and her cherished ones. Amelia...
Joanna "Jo" Strode Nail
Oct 12, 2024
Joanna "Jo" Nail was born Mary Joanna Strode in Kansas City, Missouri September 27, 1938. She was a long-time resident of Albuquerque since 1966 and died October 12, 2024. Joanna is survived by her spouse of nearly 60 yrs, George Nail of Albuquerque; children, George "Cliff" Nail and wife Patricia "Trish" Nail (deceased), Christopher "Chris" Nail and wife Dina Nail;...
Barbara McKinnon
Oct 12, 2024
Barbara McKinnon, a truly generous spirit, passed away on October 12, 2024, following an unexpected illness.
Barb was born in Albuquerque, NM on April 9, 1964, to Daniel Angus McKinnon III, who served as a Justice on the New Mexico Supreme Court, and Karen McKinnon, an acclaimed author of seven books of poetry. They both instilled a strong sense...
Carol Piper
Oct 12, 2024
Carol Jaterka Piper died on Saturday, October 12, 2024. Carol Was born in the coal mining town of Dawson, New Mexico, the only child of Carlo and Rosie Jaterka. She was always proud to say that she was a coal miner's daughter. When the Dawson mines closed, the small family moved to Raton, New Mexico, where her father continued to...
Kevin Hill
Oct 11, 2024
Kevin Hill, 56, passed away on Friday, October 11, 2024, on a beautiful fall morning in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He is survived by his wife, Tracie and their son, Austin. Kevin never gave up as he battled cancer. He kept his sense of humor and was able to share his love and light with those closest to him until the...
Steve House
Oct 10, 2024
Steve House, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, was called into the arms of Jesus on October 10, 2024. As a believer in Christ, Steve spent each day with the hope he would be an example for others of the love Christ holds for us all. He was committed to being a light in this world, and any who knew and...
Virginia De La O
Oct 10, 2024
Obituary for Virginia DeLaO
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Virginia "Ginny" DeLaO, an extraordinary woman who lived a remarkable 86 years. Born in the sprawling landscapes of rural northern New Mexico, Virginia's journey was one filled with love, laughter, resilience, and unwavering independence.
Virginia was a devoted mother to five children:...
Lloyd Klein
Oct 9, 2024
Lloyd Klein passed away on Wednesday, October 9, 2024. He is survived by daughter Diana Adams and her husband Keith, Richard Klein and his wife Lori, Daniel Klein and his wife Tina and Thomas Klein. He is also survived by his brother Ronald Klein. He leaves behind 12 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. The family wishes to thank everyone at Morningstar...
John Minks (Maj.USAF, Ret.)
Oct 9, 2024
John Minks (Maj.USAF, Ret.) navigated his last C-130 Hercules flight on October 9th, 2024 succumbing to lung cancer and Parkinson’s disease. John avoided being drafted (by seven days) in 1967 by joining the Air Force after graduating from the University of Texas at Austin with a BS in Geology. He served in Vietnam from 1969 to 1972 as a navigator...
Mark Ethier
Oct 8, 2024
Mark Emmons Ethier passed away unexpectedly in his sleep on October 8, 2024. He was born on September 20, 1945 in Wakefield MI to Donald and Eileen (Laakso) Ethier. He served in the US Air Force from 1965 to 1971 before graduating from University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point with a Masters in Audiology.
Mark believed in people and...
Sarah Marie De Lorenzo
Oct 8, 2024
Life Story of Sarah Marie De Lorenzo
Sarah was born on March 11, 1925 in Trinidad Colorado. Her parents are Leo Gonzales and Ascencion (Mary) Benavidez Gonzales. She was the oldest of 4 children. Sarah graduated from Trinidad High School in 1943 and married Bernard Richard Espinosa, also of Trinidad, shortly after graduation. Richard was in the Army and was killed...
Kyle Greer
Oct 7, 2024
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Kyle Eugene Greer. Born in February of 1991, Kyle and his twin brother were welcomed by parents, Christopher and Ronna Greer in Albuquerque, NM.
After graduation, Kyle spent his days pouring his love and light into everything his hands touched. His gentle soul was a magnet for children and dogs. Nursing...
Dolly Ann Kelly
Oct 6, 2024
Dolores Ann Kelly embraced almost 94 years of life with a smile on her lips, a song in her heart, and a question on her mind. She passed away early in the morning on Sunday, October 6, 2024.
Dolly, the daughter of Rufus and Albena Miller, was born October 31, 1930 in California, moved to Albuquerque as a child, and attended...
Robert Leighninger
Oct 5, 2024
Robert Allan Leighninger, 94, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on Saturday, October 5, 2024, after a long struggle with various illnesses. Robert was born to Ralph and Wilma Leighninger in Newcomerstown, Ohio on Monday, June 23, 1930. He grew up in nearby Coshocton, Ohio which fostered a humble and thoughtful perspective that he carried on throughout his life. Robert...