Albert Irvan Martin
Feb 13, 2016
On Saturday, February 13, 2016, Albert I. Martin, 91, passed away. Albert was born in Lufkin, TX on June 23, 1924. He grew up near Hatch NM, and worked on various farms while going to High School. He graduated from Hatch Union High School in 1943, and immediately joined the Armed Forces. He served in the Army Air Corp during...
August "Gus" Nessmann
Feb 13, 2016
August "Gus" Nessmann, 74, died peacefully at home February 13, 2016. He is survived by his Fiance' Tina of Albuquerque; two brothers and three sisters, all of Austria; and many other family and friends. Born and raised in Austria by August Sr and Maria Nessmann and moved to Canada and then to the United States where he lived in El...
Ruth Martin
Feb 13, 2016
Ruth Martin, age 91, passed away comfortably at Andrew House. The family wishes to thank Ambercare Hospice and the staff at Andrew House. She retired from the telephone company with thirty plus years of service. A Celebration of Ruth's life will be Thursday, February 18, 2016, 2:00 p.m. at Shepherd Lutheran Church, 3900 Wyoming Blvd NE. Graveside service will follow...
William Endean Jr
Feb 13, 2016
Endean, Jr. William William Endean, Jr., 91, passed peacefully at home on February 13, 2016. He was born on June 26, 1925 to immigrants from England, William Endean Sr. and Ann Willis Endean. He grew up in Chicago, IL along with his two brothers, Willis and John. He proudly served as a radio operator on General John McConnell's plane; commander...
Ignacio "Nash" Hernandez
Feb 13, 2016
Ignacio "Nash" Hernandez, 92, passed away February 13, 2016. He was preceded in death by his wife, of 67 years, Mary Hernandez. Ignacio served in the US Army during World War II. He worked for the Postal Service for 30 years. He is survived by his nieces and nephews. A rosary will be held Friday, February 19, 2016 at 9:30...
Anthony Gallegos
Feb 13, 2016
Anthony Gallegos, 15, has been called home to be with his LORD and Savior Jesus Christ in Paradise. Anthony was a free spirited young man who loved to make people laugh. Anthony is one in a million who will be missed dearly. His persona and character was one that would make you fall in love with him the moment you...
Carolyn Philippi
Feb 12, 2016
Carolyn Philippi, age 88, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Friday, February 12, 2016. She was born in Webster Groves, MO and raised her family in St. Louis. She moved to Albuquerque 20 years ago. Her life's focus was her five children, eleven grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren. She is survived by her children Mark (Terri), Keith, Gail,...
Eleanor "Jo" Merillat
Feb 12, 2016
Eleanor "Jo" Merillat, 90, beloved mother, was called to her eternal resting place on February 12, 2016. She entered this world on August 22, 1925 in Sioux City, Iowa. She is survived by her son, Jeffrey S. Merillat and his wife Marsha; her son, Matthew K. Merillat, his wife Diane and their daughter Kelly; her daughter, Claire E. Beeson and...
Rosalie "Rosie" Shelton
Feb 11, 2016
Rosalie "Rosie" Shelton, 79 , went to be with her Lord on February 11, 2016. She passed away peacefully surrounded by love and members of her family. Rosalie was full of laughter, love and life. Toward the end of her life, Rosie had genuine love for everyone she met and only saw how beautiful they were, a fitting legacy for...
Patricia Ann Dumas
Feb 11, 2016
Patricia Ann Dumas, 84, died in her sleep February 11, 2016. Born during the Great Depression, she and her sister Marjorie were raised on a farm near Fayetteville, Arkansas. She was educated at the University of Arkansas, then moved to Albuquerque with her husband Brick Dumas in the mid 1950s and quickly became active in volunteer organizations, including her church,...
James J. Walsh
Feb 11, 2016
James J. "Jim" Walsh, 83, passed away on February 11, 2016, surrounded by his family. Jim was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. He was always intrigued by the southwest and moved to Albuquerque, where he met his wife of 65 years, Marcelina Romero. Shortly after marriage, he enlisted in the Army, served honorably during the Korean War, and was...
Gloria G. Romero
Feb 11, 2016
Gloria G. Romero, 82, passed away on February 11, 2016 at her home surrounded by her family. Gloria was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque. She was an artist and loved oil painting and woodcarving. Gloria was a faithful member of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She is...
Eleanor Ursula Lantz
Feb 11, 2016
Eleanor Ursula Lantz, age 81, a long-time resident of Albuquerque, went home to be with her Lord on Thursday, February 11, 2016. She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Jerry Lantz; children, Lynda Wilson and husband, Scott, Darlene Gallegos, and Renee Lantz; eleven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren and one arriving in June; and other relatives and friends. Eleanor was...
Raymond L. Garcia
Feb 11, 2016
Raymond L. Garcia, 73, met his heavenly Father on February 11, 2016, after a fearless battle with recent illness. His devotion to God and to his family firmly supported him in his fight and provided him with peace and acceptance in his final days. A lifelong Albuquerque, NM resident, Ray was born to the late Ernest and Angela Garcia on...
Sandy E. Winfrey III
Feb 11, 2016
Sandy Winfrey, a lifelong resident of New Mexico, died Thursday, February 11, 2016 at the Albuquerque VA Hospital after a short illness. Sandy enjoyed lakes and mountains with camping and fishing. Sandy had a big heart and will be much missed by his family and friends. He is survived by his mother, Lois Lane; sister, Ann Pelletier; nieces Katie Pelletier...
Lucina Sylvia Garcia
Feb 11, 2016
Lucina S. Garcia, age 85, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, went home to the Lord on Thursday, February 11, 2016. Lucina is survived by her daughter, Debbie Radcliffe (Tom); son, Pablo Garcia, Jr. (Bridget); four grandchildren, Tomas Radcliffe (Erin), Elena Ruiz (Carlos), Elisa Radcliffe (Angelina) and Kara V. Garcia; four great-grandchildren, Adya and Maeve Radcliffe, Diego and Marisa Ruiz; her...
Nadine O. Sellard
Feb 11, 2016
Nadine O. Sellard, 89, died February 11, 2016. She is survived by her husband, Edmund Parke "Bill" Sellard; her daughters, Tracy Sellard and husband, Richard Nielson and Amy Sellard-Domanski and husband, Jason Domanski; grandchildren, Devin and Tate; and many other family and friends. Nadine was a graduate of Ohio State University, Summa Cum Laude, taught High School after graduation for...
Kathleen June Novak
Feb 11, 2016
Kathleen June Novak, 71, beloved wife and best friend, passed away peacefully among family February 11, 2016. She entered this world on March 30, 1944 in Londonderry, Northern Ireland, born to David and Charlotte Glenn. She is survived by her husband, Robert; daughters, Debi Drachnik, Cathie Bryan-Lewis and Laura Flynn; and step-children, Joe Novak, Dan Novak and Marie Drake. A...
Mary Wright
Feb 10, 2016
Mary Ann Lofton Wright was born May 13, 1935 to the late Vada Haley Lofton and John M. Lofton in Little Rock, Arkansas and is the widow of Edward L. Wright, Jr. Mary Ann passed away February 10, 2016. She is survived by her daughter, Sarah Wallace Wright, of New York, NY, two nephews, five nieces, four grand-nieces, and three...