Obituaries

Sep 7, 2023

 

Billy G. Daniels, age 80, passed away at his home in Albuquerque on September 7, 2023.

Billy was born in Albuquerque, NM on May 31, 1943, to Charles and Mila Wiggins Daniels. Billy was raised in Mountainair, NM, graduating from Mountainair High School in 1961.

On June 16, 1963, Billy married Elizabeth Ann McDaniel in Columbia, LA, and settled...

Sep 7, 2023

He was born in Crystal City, Texas, down near the border, the only place they had a hospital between Laredo and San Antonio. His parents lived in Carrizo Springs, Texas. His birthday was September 16, 1936 - Mexican Independence Day. He says, "I thought everybody was celebrating my birthday."

After World War II the family moved to...

Sep 7, 2023

Cynthia Arlene Baca, age 65, passed away on Thursday, September 7, 2023, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. A visitation will be held Friday, September 22, 2023, beginning at 6:00 p.m., followed by a rosary at 7:00 p.m., FRENCH - Westside. The funeral service will be on Saturday, September 23, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020...

Sep 7, 2023

Stephen Alan Bianchettii, 54, beloved son, father (papa), grandfather (grandpapa), brother, and uncle was called to his eternal resting place on Thursday, September 7, 2023 after a prolonged stay in the hospital. He entered this world on October 29, 1968 in Lakenheath, England, born to Marie Bianchetti. He is survived by his son, Jason Theodore Bianchetti; daughter-in-law, Kayla Bianchetti;...

Sep 6, 2023

In Loving Memory of Froylan Villegas Froylan, a beloved and cherished child, passed away far too soon on Wednesday, September 6, 2023. Although he graced this world for only a short time, his impact on the lives he touched was immeasurable. Froy brought immense joy, love, and inspiration to all who knew him, and his memory will forever remain etched...

Sep 6, 2023

Retired Air Force Major Stephen Monroe Freeman, 80, passed away peacefully on September 6th, 2023, surrounded by family and friends. Steve was born on September 3, 1943, to James Monroe Freeman and Lillian Josephine Mickle in Elkin, North Carolina. A graduate of the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, Steve was a pharmacist for forty-three years in...

Sep 5, 2023

 

Evelyn Mooney (St. Jean), born March 31, 1935, died peacefully at home on Tuesday, September 5, 2023, after a long and courageous battle with COPD.  Evelyn is survived by her four children, James X. Mooney, Jane Ellen Nowell (Mooney), Kathleen Anne Mooney, and Mathew Edward Mooney; four grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren, all of whom she adored. 

 

Evelyn...

Sep 5, 2023

Colonel Kenneth Jay Davis, 86, of Albuquerque, died unexpectedly on September 5, 2023, during heart surgery in Albuquerque, NM. Visitation will be from 5 pm to 7 pm on September 19, 2023, at FRENCH-Wyoming. Funeral services will be held at 10 am on September 20, 2023, at St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 1502 Sara Rd SE, Rio Rancho,...

Sep 5, 2023

Valentino (Val) Madrid of Carlsbad, New Mexico, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at the age of 80. He is survived by his four kids, daughter, Julia Madrid; son, Hector Madrid; son, Harvey Madrid; daughter, Priscilla Madrid; and his grandchildren. He is also survived by his brothers Juan Madrid, Ben Madrid, Luis Madrid and Rick...

Sep 5, 2023

Jeremiah Alexander Rugwell

April 18, 1988 – September 5, 2023

Jeremiah “Porky Thor” Rugwell, 35, beloved Spouse, Son, Father, Brother, and Grandson, returned to Valhalla on September 5, 2023. He entered this world on April 18, 1988 in Great Falls, MT, born to Dale and Terrie.

He graduated from CMR High School in...

Sep 4, 2023

Robert (Bob) Richard DeLaHunt, age 78, husband, brother, father, grandfather, friend, and business leader passed away on Monday, September 4th, 2023. Bob was a respected business owner in New Mexico with his real estate franchise in Chama, as well as a prominent window and door distributorship in Albuquerque. Bob served his country stateside and in the Vietnam War with...

Sep 4, 2023

Laura Jeanne (Warden) Nordin, nee Helak, born May 1, 1957, in Kirksville, Missouri, passed away peacefully at her home in Corrales, New Mexico, on Monday, September 4, 2023, surrounded by family. A graduate of St. Pius X High School and Niagara University, Laura was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, cousin, friend, and colleague. By profession...

Sep 4, 2023

It's with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our family's matriarch, our guiding light, MaryJean Sanchez. She was surrounded by loved ones when she passed peacefully in her home on Monday, September 4, 2023. Born in Estancia, NM on November 2, 1935 to Pablo and Alice Saiz, she enjoyed her childhood surrounded by her siblings and extended...

Sep 3, 2023

Thomas "Ted" Durham, aged 61, an extraordinary father, doting grandfather, loving husband, and loyal friend, passed away on Sunday, September 3, 2023. He was known for his fun-loving and warm personality, his dependability, and his devotion to his family. Ted was always there for the people in his life who needed him. He was happiest when he was surrounded...

Sep 3, 2023

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our father, Gordon Lyle Box on the third day of September 2023 at the age of 68 at his longtime home in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He is survived in death by his three children, Shontea Watson of Michigan, Nichelle Carrico of Arizona and Gordon Box of New Mexico with...

Sep 3, 2023

Joe Cipriano Mascarenas, 94, beloved father, son, grandfather, and spouse, was called to his eternal resting place on Sunday, September 3, 2023. He was surrounded by family and past away peacefully in his sleep. He entered this world on Friday, December 14, 1928 in La Placita, New Mexico, born to Juan Baptista and Simonita Mascarenas, now deceased....

Sep 3, 2023

Shirley Ann (Postel) Hanson, born May 10, 1941 - passed away September 3, 2023, in Rio Rancho New Mexico. Shirley lived a full and wonderful life of 82 years, 64 of them married to Jack (John), the love of her life. Shirley was born in Anamosa, IA, the daughter of Rose and Edward Postel. Shirley spent much of her...

Sep 2, 2023

Gilbert Pohl passed away at his home with his wife by his side on Saturday morning September 2, 2023, at the age of 89. Gilbert was born in Moriarty, NM on April 6, 1934. Gilbert graduated from Moriarty High School and shortly after enlisted in the Army. Gilbert started work in the road construction business traveling to the state...

Sep 1, 2023

David Garduno, 76, beloved Father, Son, and Brother, was called to his eternal resting place on September 1 in his hometown of Albuquerque, New Mexico. He entered this world on October 23, 1946, in Espanola, NM, born to Benacio and Estefanita Garduno. After graduating high school, he enlisted in the army as an MP. He opened his...

Sep 1, 2023

Our Mama was an extraordinary woman with great strength of character that was evident in the choices and the guidelines she chose by which to live her life in faith unto Jesus Christ. She, with her husband (Zach) of over fifty-six years raised their family, ran their business, and befriended many people around the world and in their own...