Obituaries

Joseph L. Duran

Jan 26, 2024

A Life Well-Lived: Remembering Joseph L. Duran, 1927-2024

Born under the vast New Mexico skies in 1927, Joseph "Joe" Duran lived a rich and vibrant life. He weathered the hardships of the Great Depression and proudly served his country in World War II. He was a man of many facets - a loving father, a dedicated scientist at the Los Alamos...

Wynona Sexson

Jan 25, 2024

Wynona A Sexson, age 80, our family's foundation, passed away January 25, 2024, after a courageous six-and-a-half-year long battle with lung cancer. She was born to John and Nelle Satathite in Albuquerque, NM on March 27, 1943. Wynona graduated from Valley High School in 1961. She then worked for Sandia National Laboratory for 38 years. After retirement, in 2005, she...

Jennifer Austin

Jan 25, 2024

Jennifer (Jen, Jenny), 38, born in Albuquerque, New Mexico on June 7, 1985. She was a loving, caring, most helpful and amazing daughter, sister, mother, grandma, wife, cousin, niece, granddaughter. She passed away peacefully on January 25, 2024 in Albuquerque, New Mexico at home surrounded by close friends and family. Jennifer was known as a happy, always smiling, kind hearted,...

Dorothy Ann Sumner

Jan 25, 2024

Dorothy Ann Sumner passed away peacefully at home after a brief illness in the company of her children on January 25, 2024 in Albuquerque, NM. She was born October 18, 1931 in Denver, CO.

Dorothy was an avid horsewoman and explored many trails outside Montrose, CO with her adored horse Rocky and a group of other horsewomen, whose adventures she recalled...

Richard Ernest ("Ernie") Sandoval

Jan 24, 2024

Richard Ernest Sandoval of Albuquerque was called home by the Lord on the morning of January 24, 2024. Ernie was born August 2, 1948, in Espanola/Embudo, New Mexico to Ildefonzo Ernest and Maria Rosa Sandoval. Ernie graduated from Lourdes high school where he ran track and played basketball. He played and coached softball in the following years and excelled throughout...

Jacob Sandoval

Jan 24, 2024

Jacob passed away at home on January 24th, 2024 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Jacob was born June 10th, 1998 to Jerry and Dawn Sandoval in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was a lifelong Albuquerque resident. He is survived by his brother Eric, his father Jerry, and a large extended family. He was preceded in death by his sister Lisa and mother Dawn.

Jacob...

Kenneth Kinard Miles

Jan 24, 2024

In Loving Memory of Kenneth "Grandude" Miles

Kenneth "Grandude" Miles, age 80, passed away on January 24, 2024, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Born on March 4, 1943, in Westpoint, New York, Kenneth led a life marked by dedication to his country, love for his family, and a passion for his hobbies.

A figure of strength and guidance, Kenneth cherished his role as...

Manuel Lozoya

Jan 24, 2024

Manuel Lozoya, 80, beloved Husband, Father, Son, Grandfather, Great-Grandfather, Uncle, and Brother, was called to his eternal resting place on Wednesday, January 24, 2024.

He was born on September 28, 1943 in Avalos, Chihuahua, to Julian and Amparo Lozoya. Manuel moved to Albuquerque in 1970 and met his wife Dora in 1971. Manuel was a craftsman at heart building...

Harald N. Sorensen

Jan 24, 2024

Harald N. Sorensen was born March 10, 1936 in a rural farm house some 2 miles outside of the small town of Ringsted, IA. He passed on in death on January 24, 2024. He is survived by his beloved wife, Carol Ann (Beyer) Sorensen, whom he married June 6, 1959, and his beloved family; son Jeffrey and wife, Deanna, son...

Leonor "Nora" Jaramillo

Jan 24, 2024

Leonor "Nora" Jaramillo passed away peacefully on January 24, 2024, surrounded by the love of her life, Robert and their family. Nora was born on February 28, 1947, in Scottsbluff, Nebraska to Concepcion and Celina Sanchez. Nora moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico when she was 3 years old. Nora was raised in the North Valley where she graduated from Valley...

Steven Roche

Jan 23, 2024

With heavy hearts but unwavering faith, we announce the passing of Steven Patrick Roche, Sr. on January 23, 2024, following his courageous 13-year battle with Leukemia followed by Myelodysplastic Syndrome.

Steve was born to Clarine and Patrick Roche on September 29, 1952, in Lamar, Colorado. In 1960 his family settled in Albuquerque. He attended Mitchell Elementary and Madison Junior High...

Aleta Thomas-Martinez

Jan 23, 2024

Aleta Thomas-Martinez, born in Albuquerque, NM to Dave and Jean Thomas passed away peacefully January 2024. Leta received her Master's degree from UNM and worked as a special educator for over 30 years, one of her proudest accomplishments. Leta loved working alongside her students and told stories about teaching long into her retirement. Leta enjoyed gardening, baking, going for walks,...

Clifford Dean Wadsworth

Jan 23, 2024

Clifford Dean Wadsworth, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on January 23, 2024, at the age of 76. Born on January 7, 1948, in Terre Haute, Indiana, Clifford grew up with a passion for aviation and a strong work ethic. His journey through life was filled with remarkable accomplishments, cherished memories, and lasting relationships.

Clifford Dean went to...

Patricia (Pat) Driscoll

Jan 22, 2024

Patricia (Pat) Driscoll, age 65, of Albuquerque New Mexico died peacefully on Monday, January 22, 2024 following a diagnosis of pancreatic cancer. 

 

Pat worked in the automotive industry for many years as a service advisor. Later, she served in the healthcare field at a naturopathic health center. 

 

Pat enjoyed playing golf with her Dad, Ed. Later in life, she traded in her...

Freddie Bumpass

Jan 22, 2024

Freddie Max Bumpass passed away on Monday, January 22, 2024 at his home in Albuquerque, NM. Freddie was born on May 23, 1945 in Lubbock, TX. He was the only child of A.C. and Billie Bumpass, who both preceded him in death. He graduated from Monterey High School in 1963. He received his Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Texas...

Wanda Orozco

Jan 22, 2024

Wanda June Tonemah Orozco, age 92, was born in Leasburg, MO, on July 6, 1931, and passed away on Monday, January 22, 2024. Wanda was a loving wife, a great cook, and a fastidious homemaker. She is survived by her daughter, Ora June (Tonemah) Leonian, and her son, Quay John Tonemah, and seven grandchildren. She is preceded in death by...

Barry Paur

Jan 22, 2024

Barry Paur was born in New York City in 1938. He moved from Massachusetts to New Mexico in 2010. Barry served in the military in France and returned to the U.S. in 1959.

He was an electronics engineer for his entire career, starting at Raytheon and working in several consulting firms in the biomedical industry until he retired in 2010.

His greatest...

Andrew Wilken

Jan 21, 2024

On Sunday, January 21, 2024, Andrew Charles Wilken accepted the heavenly embrace of his late wife, Lois, of sixty-nine years. He was ninety-three. Andy was born in New Orleans, LA and then, as an infant, moved to Bristol, CT, where he lived until moving to New Mexico in 1957.

Andy was proud to serve his country as an electronics technician aboard...

Neil Ortega

Jan 21, 2024

It's with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Neil Ortega,

Neil Passed away in his home on Sunday January 21, 2024.

He was born to Danny and Rita Ortega of Cheyenne, Wyoming in Albuquerque, New Mexico where he was raised.

He was a loving husband, son, brother, uncle, great uncle and friend.

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Tim Kraft

Jan 21, 2024

Tim Kraft, who managed the 1976 Iowa Caucus Campaign that played a pivotal role in Jimmy Carter's successful run for the Democratic Party presidential nomination and later served as a top aide to President Carter, passed away January 21, 2024, at the age of 82. Born in Noblesville, Indiana, he graduated from Dartmouth with a B.A. in 1963. While pursuing...