Obituaries

Jan 18, 2016

Susan Joyce Weimer, née Harris There was a disturbance in the Force early on January 18, 2016 when artist and iconoclast Susan Joyce Harris Weimer ("Biba") died in Albuquerque, New Mexico, at the age of 93. Born in Bronxville, NY in 1922, Biba was the daughter of George Edgerly Harris and Ruth Colony Harris SoRelle, both also artists. She was...

Jan 17, 2016

Wanda C. McGuire, 65, beloved sister, mother and grandmother, was called home to be with our glorious Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on January 17, 2016. She was born January 20, 1950 in Roswell, NM, to Alvord and Vera Arnold. She is survived by her brother, Ronald Arnold; daughter, Pamela McGuire; son, Brian McGuire; grandchildren, Taylor Affentranger, Ashley Affentranger, Bracton...

Jan 17, 2016

Barton Darrow was born 94 years ago to Earl B. and May Darrow in Colorado. He moved to Albuquerque in 1929. He attended Fourth Ward Elementary, Washington Junior High, Albuquerque High, and is a graduate of NMSU. While attending AHS he achieved All-State Honors in both football and basketball and was a member of the AHS Athletic Alumni Hall of...

Jan 17, 2016

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Thursday, January 21st, 2016, 6:00pm, FRENCH - Westside

Friday, January 22nd, 2016, 11:00am, FRENCH - Westside

Jan 17, 2016

Norm left this world for his next great adventure on January 17, 2016. He left behind his beloved wife of 60 years Sandra, the light and love of his life. He is also survived by his son, Norm Westerfeld Jr. and wife Vicki; grandchildren, Norm Westerfeld III and wife Melissa, Jared Westerfeld and wife Stephanie, Jacob, Michelle and Ryan Westerfeld;...

Jan 17, 2016

Mary Ellen Walley, 95, formerly of Albuquerque, passed away on January 17, 2016. Mary is survived by her son, Robert J. Walley of Los Lunas; and grandson, Eric Walley of Florida. A graveside service will be held on Monday, January 25, 2016 at 1:30 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery.

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Jan 17, 2016

Lucille Helen Mulcahy (née' Burnett) passed away on Sunday, January 17, 2016 at the age of 97. Lucille was born on November 10, 1918 in Albuquerque and lived here most of her life. She loved the Southwest and was the author of several children's books set in this area. Lucille worked at the Albuquerque Bernalillo County Library for a number...

Jan 17, 2016

God called Mollie Krattiger home on January 17, 2016. While the call seemed sudden to us, it was exactly the right time for her. She was the most amazing wife, mother, grandmother and friend, and because of that, we ask you to smile and celebrate her life and how she touched you. Her spirit lives in all of us and...

Jan 17, 2016

Shirley A. Johnson, 84, passed away on January 17, 2016. Shirley was born in Oklahoma and moved to New Mexico during her childhood. She attended and graduated from Albuquerque High School. During high school she met her husband Bobby J. They married after Bobby J returned from his service in the Navy, on July 22, 1949. Together Shirley and Bobby...

Jan 16, 2016

Our beloved mother, Laura Maxine Baksa, 89, passed away on January 16, 2016. She is survived by her daughters and their families: the Sandrys, Laura, Frank, and Brandon, and the Steins, Paula, Stephen, Jason and Kristin. She was a dedicated mom, attending plays that her daughter, Paula, directed or acted in. She was very proud of Laura for giving her...

Jan 16, 2016

Eloy J. Barela, 84, loving husband, dedicated father and friend to many, died peacefully on January 16, 2016. He is survived by his children, David Barela, (wife Marina), Bernadette Brown (husband Richard), Diane Zaiter, (husband Larry), Brian Barela, (wife Robin), ten grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his Sister Martha Driggers and brothers Aladino (wife Karen)...

Jan 16, 2016

November 18, 1934 - January 16, 2016 Faithful and beloved wife of Col. John T. Conley, USAF, (Ret.), cherished mother of Annadru Lampert (Richard), John T. Conley, Jr. (Laura), Patrick Conley (Cynthia), and Alea Rae Shipman (John), and loving "Huggy" of many grandchildren. Born to the late Viola and Edward "Red" Tucker in Casper, WY, her early childhood was spent...

Jan 16, 2016

Katherine Kyger, age 95, passed away on Saturday, January 16, 2016. Born as Katherine Reidy in 1920, the fourth of seven children, "Kitty" and her family lived in a small one bathroom home in Philadelphia. Decades before the Women's Lib Movement, Kitty and her sisters took flying lessons, and she earned her solo certificate in 1944. During WWII she did...

Jan 16, 2016

Akerley, Robert F. Major Robert F. Akerley, age 76, beloved father, brother and friend, passed away on Saturday, January 16, 2016. Bob was known for love of his kid, world traveling, girl watching, and his wry wit. He loved his country, politics, his USAF career, and always felt life was an adventure! He is survived by his daughter, Cherlyn Akerley;...

Jan 16, 2016

John Sadler, 82, passed away in Albuquerque, NM January 16, 2016 after a long illness, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Salt Lake City, Utah, and after high school, enlisted in the US Navy and was stationed in Hawaii where he worked on radar for airplanes. He was very talented in repairing electronics and appliances. He worked...

Jan 15, 2016

Brandon William Ledbetter, age 32, went to be with our Lord on January 15, 2016. Brandon was born on February 1, 1983 in Roswell, NM. He was known for having such a big heart and would go out of his way to help others. Brandon loved being outdoors and enjoying the beauty of the country. He was an excellent swimmer,...

Jan 15, 2016

Melissa Warren, 37, passed away quietly in her sleep in her home in Rio Rancho, NM on Friday, January 15, 2016. Melissa's life was characterized by her passion for serving God with her entire life and by how naturally she showed love to the people around her, how she made everyone feel at home in her presence - from her...

Jan 15, 2016

Esther Lopez went to be with our Lord on January 15, 2016, after a brief illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Daniel and Trinnie Padilla; her brothers, Joe, Lawrence, Robert, Johnny, Michael, and her sister, Annabel. She is survived by her husband, Johnny Lopez; her sons, John Gene, Raymond, Adam (Mara) and Mario; her grandchildren, Leah, Rachel...

Jan 15, 2016

Janet Schultz Kahn, much loved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, daughter and friend, died as she lived - with courage and determination on January 15, 2016. Born in Columbia, South Carolina on April 19, 1947, Janet grew up in Albuquerque attending Zia and Montezuma elementary schools and Jefferson Jr. High. She was a proud member of the Highland HS Class of...

Jan 15, 2016

Tammy K. Goins-Basin of Moriarty, NM, born October 27, 1957 in Clovis, NM passed away on January 15, 2016 after an extremely short battle with cancer. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jimmie and Carolyn Minner. Tammy is survived by her husband, Matthew Basin, her children Crystal and Andrew Handlon, and Randall and Rosemary Goins, her granddaughter Athena...