Obituaries

May 14, 2023

Beverly Schwerdel, 76, beloved daughter and sister, was called to her eternal resting place on Sunday, May 14, 2023. She entered this world on Tuesday, July 9, 1946 in St. Louis, MO, born to Albert and June Schwerdel. She is survived by her sister Peggy Schwerdel; brother John Schwerdel; sister Carol Platania; sister Barbara Burns. The Funeral Service will...

May 14, 2023

Retired Colonel Joseph G. Daigle of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on May 14, 2023. He was born to Napoleon and Helen Daigle. Col. Daigle is survived by three sons, Paul, wife Nancy, Dana, wife Dacia and Brian. Two daughters, Colette, husband James and Nanette, husband Don. He was the proud grandfather of 7 and great grandfather...

May 14, 2023

Charlotte Beatrice (Rodgers) (Golden) Harper, 95, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away Mother's Day, Sunday, May 14, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. One of eleven children, she was born Friday, December 30, 1927 in Dover, Pennsylvania to the late Clarence F. and Florence E. (Wire) Rodgers. Charlotte was a strong woman of faith and instilled this...

May 14, 2023

William J. Crawford, Sr. (Bill) passed away on Sunday May 14, 2023, at the age of 98. He was born William James Crawford on February 11, 1925, in Punxsutawney, PA, to Walter and Twila Crawford. He is survived by two sons, Mark Crawford of Albuquerque, NM and Randy Crawford and wife Amy of Amarillo, TX; grandchildren, Tamara Perez, Daniel...

May 13, 2023

Theresa Lucero, 77, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother was called to her eternal home in heaven on Saturday, May 13, 2023. She entered this world on January 9, 1946, in Mountainair, NM, born to Alberto and Emma Serna.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Pete and Eloy; sister, Sofia, and her son,...

May 13, 2023

Martha K. Lockamy ("Marty"), age 82, a resident of Kansas City, Missouri since 2021, and an amazing mother, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, May 13, 2023. Marty was born on Wednesday, September 4, 1940, in Rochester, Pennsylvania to Harris and Josephine Shephard. Prior to moving to Kansas City to be...

May 13, 2023

Herbert Bailey Richter passed away on Saturday, May 13, 2023 after a brief illness. He was born on Thursday, March 31, 1938 in Port Chester, NY, the second son of George Herbert Richter and Pauline Gordon Bailey.

Herb graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1959 and spent 21 years in the...

May 13, 2023

Ralph Bloom Jr., 79, beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, was called to his eternal resting place on Saturday, May 13, 2023. He entered this world on Wednesday, May 3, 1944 in Buffalo, NY, born to Ralph Sr. and Josephine Bloom. He is survived by his son Stephen Pfeffer; granddaughter, Sydney Southard; friend, Ray Holland; friend Reginold Olson;...

May 12, 2023

Catherine Eilene Huning, born on Thursday, June 2, 1955 passed away Friday, May 12, 2023 of natural causes. Known by friends and family as Eilene, she was very creative since her early childhood and became a talented guitarist, pianist, singer, and writer of songs and poetry. Eilene had a keen sense of humor and loved to make...

May 12, 2023

Mucio was born Tuesday, January 14, 1930 in Santa Rosa, NM. He graduated from Belen High School in 1948. Mucio pursued his education at Highlands University and received a B.A degree with majors in Biology and Physical Education. He then received an M.A. degree in School Administration from the University of New Mexico. After this he completed...

May 12, 2023

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Veronica Gabaldon, 70, on Friday, May 12, 2023. Veronica was born and raised in Colton, California but spent the most of her life in Albuquerque, New Mexico with her loving husband, Benjamin Gabaldon. Veronica loved her two dogs Toby and Coco. Coco will miss her very much.

May 12, 2023

Bertie Mae Driggers, age 99, passed away on Friday May 12, 2023. A Graveside service was held on Monday, May 22, 2023, 11:00 a.m. at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery, Albuquerque, NM.

May 12, 2023

Robert G. Mallory, Architect, was born on Sunday, November 6, 1927 to Eugene Mallory and Mary Little Mallory in Mineola, Texas, and died on Friday, May 12, 2023. A practicing architect for more than 70 years, Bob was an icon in Albuquerque and all of New Mexico. At the invitation of a former professor at the University...

May 12, 2023

Our 10-year-old baby girl, Amariz Lucia Cortez, passed from this world on Friday, May 12, 2023 at 2:33. We had the precious experience of holding space and supporting her as she danced across the rainbow bridge hand-in-hand with her "Tita," Marissa and the Blessed Mother. Amariz was born to Benjamin and Alicia Cortez on Wednesday, October 3, 2012 in Tucson,...

May 11, 2023

Donna Lien was born to Earl and Jeanette Lien on July 16, 1931 in Vermillion, South Dakota where she grew up and lived her early years. She had older siblings, Jeanne and Craig, and a younger brother, Doug. She spent her high school summers as a camp counselor with the Girl Scouts. She loved to share her fond memories...

May 10, 2023

Paiboon Tangyunyong, age 65, of Albuquerque, NM passed away on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at his home.

A native of Thailand, “Pai” was very hard working and generous.  He cared deeply for his family, friends, coworkers, and neighbors.  Pai joined Sandia Labs in 1992, where he completed his post-doctoral research in surface science before joining Sandia’s Failure...

May 10, 2023

Amelia (Fresquez) Sisneros, was born in Espanola, New Mexico on Monday, May 5, 1930, to the late Melecio Fresquez and Braulia Fresquez (Ortiz). She passed away peacefully at home Wednesday, May 10, 2023, after a long illness. She was 93 years old.

Amelia lived a rich and varied life. Born into the grasp...

May 10, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Marvin "Marv" Parker, who was lovingly called Marvin by those close to him. Born on Wednesday, September 15, 1948, Marvin sadly left us on Wednesday, May 10, 2023. He now joins his predeceased parents, Eugene and Irene Parker; and sisters, Sue Wheeler, Shirley Miller, and Kathy...

May 9, 2023

Geraldine Herrera, age 77, our beloved mother, sister, cousin, and mother-in-law passed away on Tuesday, May 9, 2023. Geri was born in the mountain village of Vallecitos in Northern New Mexico to Elijio and Estefanita De Vargas in 1945.

She attended Espanola High School and graduated from St. Mary's High School (Albuquerque) in 1964. Geri worked for...

May 9, 2023

Sara Torres Liston, our beloved wife and mother was called home on Tuesday, May 9, 2023. She peacefully passed away, leaving behind a legacy of faith, love, and kindness. She will be deeply missed by her husband, children, grandchildren, and all those whose lives she touched. While her physical presence may be gone, her spirit will continue...