Gianna Bella Martinez
Nov 19, 2015
Gianna Bella Martinez, our precious baby girl joined Jesus in heaven on November 19, 2015. She touched so many people in her short eight weeks on earth and everyone will always remember her amazing hair as it was the first thing people would notice and comment on when meeting her "Oh look at her hair-do, she has the best hair...
Jane Blair Bunting Darnell
Nov 18, 2015
Jane Blair Bunting Darnell was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on December 28, 1932 to Frederick Horner Bunting and Ethel Jane Westfeldt Bunting. She passed peacefully in her home at the age of 82 surrounded by family and friends on November 18, 2015 of natural causes. The first grandchild to George (Big George) and Martha Westfeldt, her mother doubted if...
Ruth L. Riekeman
Nov 18, 2015
Ruth L. Riekeman, Age 91, a resident of Albuquerque since 1947, passed from this life on Wednesday, November 18, 2015. She is survived by her children, Dr. Guy F. Riekeman of Atlanta, GA, Dr. Cathy Riekeman and husband, Donald Cadenhead of Bosque Farms, NM, Rev. James (Budg) Riekeman and wife, Karen of Coffeyville, KS, and Russell S. Riekeman and wife,...
Beverly Washburn
Nov 18, 2015
Beverly Washburn, 89, was called to his eternal resting place on November 18, 2015. He was born to Henry and Lottie Washburn on April 12, 1926 in Raton, NM. He is survived by his daughters and their spouses, Barbara and Steve Hanson, Linda and Joe Delatorre, and Debra and Kennedy Clark. Beverly is also survived by seven grandchildren and seven...
Mabel T. Padilla
Nov 17, 2015
Padilla, Mabel T. Mabel T. Padilla, 81, dedicated mother and true love of 61 years passed away November 17, 2015. Mabel was a gracious and faithful giver, who was always dressed to impress and never went without her flaming red lipstick. She enjoyed her time at the casinos and with her dear friends who gathered at least twice a year...
Bernardino "Bernie" Armijo
Nov 17, 2015
Armijo, Bernardino "Bernie" Bernardino "Bernie" Armijo, age 79, a lifetime resident of Golden, NM, died Tuesday, November 17, 2015. He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Deborah; daughter, Anita; siblings, Eva A. Castillo, Beatrice Galaviz and husband, David, and Robert Armijo; nieces and nephews; and a large loving family and friends. Bernie was preceded in death by his...
Wanita J. Grainger
Nov 16, 2015
Wanita J. Grainger, 94, a resident of Albuquerque since 1966, passed away on November 16, 2015. She was born in Indiana on October 27, 1921. She graduated from Moody Bible Institute and received an AB degree from Taylor University in Indiana. After moving to New Mexico she then moved to Arizona and earned her Master's degree in education from NAU...
Frederick Swiftbird Raymond
Nov 16, 2015
Our beloved son and relative, Frederick Swiftbird Raymond, passed on November 16, 2015 at the home he shared with his grandmother in Albuquerque, New Mexico. His grandmother, Cliona Angela Waller, "Grandma," cared for Fred during the last ten years of his life as his health declined. He was born with a congenital condition known as KT syndrome. It caused serious...
William Loyd "Bill" Slimp
Nov 16, 2015
William Loyd "Bill" Slimp, beloved father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle and friend passed away on Monday, November 16, 2015 surrounded by family. Billy was born on May 19, 1955 to Robert J. and Dorothy Slimp in Columbus, Nebraska. Billy graduated from St. Pius X High School in 1973. He was a gifted athlete and most notably a proud member of...
Kathleen Finneran
Nov 16, 2015
Kathleen Finneran, originally from Summit, NJ, 68, passed away Monday, November 16, 2015. She is survived by her brothers, Michael J. Finneran of Daytona Beach, Florida, Thomas P. Finneran of Port Orange, Florida; and her daughter, Sheila Alonzo of Tijeras, NM. Kathleen was a retired dispatcher from the New Providence Police Dept, after retiring she moved to Sussex County, NJ....
Gene G. Currier
Nov 15, 2015
TSgt Gene G. Currier, (USAF) Ret., age 82, a resident of Albuquerque since 1970 died November 15, 2015. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Anna May; children, Dan Currier, Donnie Currier and wife, Anne, Teresa Daniel and husband, Larry, Janet Saint, Leonard Currier, and Gary Currier and wife, Debra Montano; grandchildren, Doug, John and wife, Jennifer, Gene...
Velma Wilcox
Nov 15, 2015
Wilcox, Velma Velma Wilcox (né Archuleta) passed away on November 15, 2015 at the age of 93. Born February 27, 1922 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, she was predeceased by her husband, Robert Wilcox. She is survived by daughter, Nanette Wilcox; and her son, Robert Wilcox, his wife, Denise (Mayer), and their sons, Bryan and Brandon. Velma was a person of...
Mona Colene "Pete" Hawkes
Nov 15, 2015
Mona Colene "Pete" Hawkes, 86, passed away November 15, 2015. She was preceded in death by her husband, John S. Hawkes, in 2010. She is survived by her daughters; Paula Morris (Kelly) of Edgewood, NM; Mona Poniske of Tucson, AZ; Ann Farrar (Douglas) of Albuquerque, and Mary Hawkes (Jerry Folts) of the family home. Mona also is survived by grandchildren,...
James L. Burgess
Nov 15, 2015
James L. Burgess, age 73, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother passed away November 15, 2015, in Albuquerque, NM. Jim was a devoted family man, loyal friend and a dedicated teacher of photography and writing. He was an inspiration to many. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Anita; daughter, Sara and family; son, Justin and family; and...
Julius "Jay" Harden
Nov 14, 2015
Julius M. "Jay" Harden, 88, a WW II Veteran and member of the Greatest Generation, went to Heaven November 14, 2015. Jay was born March 31, 1927 in Aniston, Alabama to Leonard and Vera Harden. He is survived by his children Michael J. Harden and wife Susan of Albuquerque, Terry L. Harden and wife Cathy of Campbell, CA, Deborah S....
Lois Blume Marbach
Nov 14, 2015
Lois Blume Marbach peacefully passed away on November 14, 2015, in Albuquerque, NM. She was 90 years old and had lived in Albuquerque for the past two years. Graveside services will be held in Westlake, Louisiana. Lois was born August 2, 1925, in Westlake, Louisiana, to Ida Merl Newell and John Pickney Blume, Sr. She was the fifth of seven...
Catherine M. Rorke
Nov 14, 2015
Catherine M. Rorke, 94, passed away November 14, 2015. She is survived by her two nieces, Linda Koutoufas (Dennis) of Chesapeake, VA and Mary Scroggs (Ross) of Locust Grove, GA; nephew, Greg Bridgeford (Gina) of Asheville, NC; two great-nieces, Bess and Anne, and six great-nephews, Brian, Chris, Michael, Bobby, Jack and Finn. Catherine, a native of Philadelphia, moved to the...
Riley Eric Hein
Nov 13, 2015
Riley Hein, age 16, passed away Friday, November 13, 2015 in Tijeras, New Mexico. His legacy is one of humility, laughter, friends, and music. Riley was a bright and gentle spirit. He was a natural athlete, accomplished musician, and a longboard wizard. Trombone, piano, and laughter were his languages. Riley ran cross-country and played the trombone in the Manzano Royal...
Anthony "Tony" Simoes
Nov 13, 2015
Anthony "Tony" Simoes, age 85, passed away on Friday, November 13, 2015. He was born in Providence, RI and joined the US Army in 1947. He was stationed in Albuquerque where he met the love of his life, Connie Padilla, his wife of 57 years who preceded him in death. As a Korean War Veteran, Tony's career was cut short...
Roger D. Baker
Nov 13, 2015
Service Details
Friday, November 20th, 2015, 1:30pm, Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel at Sunset Memorial Park