Obituaries

May 29, 2016

David Rinden Kendall died May 29, 2016. He was born in Marshalltown, IA August 29, 1931 to Doris and Wilbur Kendall. He grew up in Marshalltown and graduated from Marshalltown High School in 1949. Following graduation, he joined the United States Navy where he served for four years. He married Shirley Erickson on June 22, 1957, and she was his...

May 29, 2016

Herbert (Herb) Lewis Floyd Jr., age 85, our beloved father passed away on May 29, 2016. Herb was a decorated Korean War combat Marine and a true patriot. Over the years, Herb dedicated much of his time as a pilot in the Civil Air Patrol. He helped protect our nation as an employee of the Sandia National Laboratories for 35...

May 28, 2016

Germaine Rogers was born in Denver, Colorado on January 21, 1932. Growing up, and in early adulthood, she was known as Germaine, but she later assumed the shorter name of Lynn, thinking it would be easier for people to remember. Germaine grew up in Denver with her younger brother, Wayne Rogers. Germaine (or Lynn) had a close relationship with her...

May 28, 2016

Michael Smith, 33, beloved father and son, was called to his eternal resting place on May 28, 2016. He entered this world on September 17, 1982 in Albuquerque, NM, born to Michael Fallin and Becky Grevas. He was preceded in death by his father, Mike Fallin; grandfather, Roy L Smith; uncle, Mark Anthony Smith; and stepfather, Louie Grevas. Michael enjoyed...

May 28, 2016

Virginia M. Buonauto Rose, 87 of Albuquerque, NM, beloved wife and mother passed away in her home May 28, 2016 surrounded by family and friends. Born March 3, 1929 to Anthony and Lena Buonauto (Napolitano) in Waterbury, CT, she met her future husband while attending hairdressing school, marrying Matthew M. Rose (Matty) in 1948. During their 68 years of marriage...

May 27, 2016

Isabelle Rebecca Martinez, "Nanny", matriarch and pillar of our family passed away at her home of 65 years on May 27, 2016. She was born in Espanola, NM to Ramon and Regina Vigil. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 55 years, Napoleon O. Martinez; and children, Martha, Patrick, and Michael; brothers, Placido and Gilbert; sisters,...

May 27, 2016

Roy John Nielsen, 85, passed away Friday, May 27, 2016 surrounded by his family in Albuquerque, NM . He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Eleanore Nielsen; and daughter, Jane Moriarty. Roy was born May 31, 1930 in Racine, Wisconsin where he lived until he enlisted in the Air Force, was stationed in Albuquerque, NM and proudly...

May 27, 2016

Doris Mae Kugler, 88, passed away peacefully Friday May 27, 2016 in the home of her granddaughter, Paula Wiltgen and husband, Michael McDaniel in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Born in Spearfish, South Dakota Doris is preceded in death by her husband, Robert K. Kugler; sister, Ladonna; and great grandson, Timothey. Doris enjoyed a full life surrounded by her pride and joy,...

May 27, 2016

Kenneth Hamilton Slick, 88 years old, a beloved husband and father, was called home to his Lord on May 27, 2016. Kenneth was born in Taneytown, Maryland on February 14, 1928 to Charles and Anne Slick and was the third of seven children. Kenneth was a veteran of World War II, serving in the US Army and stationed in Germany...

May 27, 2016

Shawn Selva, 39, passed away on May 27, 2016. He was born on June 15, 1976 in Albuquerque, NM, born to Brad and Bonnie Selva. He is survived by his mother, Bonnie Selva; father, Brad Selva; children, Ashlynn and Kinley Selva, Bryan and Mikayla McDowell, and their mom, Lindsey Selva; "Nonnie", Barbara Blair; and many uncles ,aunts, cousins, and friends....

May 27, 2016

Margaret "Lynn" Daily, age 95, passed away peacefully surrounded by love on Friday, May 27, 2016. Lynn was known for her caring heart and creative mind. She always looked forward to meeting new people and was the biggest cheerleader for those she loved. She took people under her wing in many circumstances and made them feel cherished and valued. As...

May 27, 2016

Roy John Nielsen, 85, passed away Friday, May 27, 2016 surrounded by his family in Albuquerque, NM . He was preceded in death by his parents Roy and Eleanore Nielsen and daughter Jane Moriarty. Roy was born May 31, 1930 in Racine, Wisconsin where he lived until he enlisted in the Air Force, was stationed in Albuquerque, NM and proudly...

May 26, 2016

Elkins, Nelda, age 77, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 26, 2016, following a heart attack. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Jim Elkins; four children, Pardue, Allan, Gayla Campbell and Trisha Elkins; nine grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and her brother, Gene Garner. Memorial Services will be held on Tuesday, May 31, 2016, 10:30 a.m.,...

May 26, 2016

Eleanor Black, age 79, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother was called to her eternal home with Christ on May 26, 2016 following a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born in El Paso, TX, the daughter of George and Martha DuSang. Eleanor was preceded in death by her husband, Jim and her parents. She is survived by her brother,...

May 26, 2016

David L. Stretch Sr., 96, of Albuquerque died on Thursday, May 26, 2016. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 49 years, Dorothy Hembree Stretch. He was born in Aliquippa, PA. As a young man he "rode the rails" and worked in the steel mills. He proudly served his country, for 20 years, in the U.S. Army...

May 26, 2016

May 25, 2016

John Zahari, age 83, passed away on Monday, May 25, 2016. John was preceded in death by his parents, Louie and Lisa Zahari; and two brothers. He is survived by his wife, Lorraine of 59 years; one daughter, Waltraud of Germany; a devoted niece, Janet Denny (Greg) and one sister, Anna Denny (Richard); sister-in-law Rita (Rudy) Conrad; niece Sandra Conrad;...

May 25, 2016

Failla, Virginia Ann "Jenny" (1953-2016) passed away on May 25, 2016 surrounded by family. She is survived by her three children, Jason Lucas (wife Kelly, son Corey, Kyle and daughter Reyna) Stephanie Raymond (husband Trent, daughters Breanna, Brittany, Savannah and Stephanie) and Peter Failla (wife Cynthia, daughters Brianne, Rose and Erika.) A graveside funeral service will be held on Sunday...

May 25, 2016

C.J. Breitweg, 29, a beacon of light that shined radiantly on anyone who chanced upon meeting him, a loving son, brother and friend, passed away Wednesday, May25, 2016. He was best known for his musical talent, his weight lifting and martial arts skills, his quiet introspective demeanor and his love of Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings. His Christian...

May 25, 2016

Alice Van Baak, age 95, concluded her earthly journey and is now with our Lord and Savior. Alice will be deeply missed by many nephews and nieces and especially her nephew, David Vis. Alice is preceded in her death by her husband, Paul, ("Van") and her daughter, Katherine Green.  Alice was a teacher/educator for many years in both Albuquerque and...