Danny Heimerich
Nov 11, 2016
Danny "Dan" Heimerich, born on June 23, 1963, passed away on November 11, 2016 at the age of 53. Dan joined the United States Air Force in 1981 and retired after 24 years of service. Dan was proud of his work as a Military Training Instructor and received his Blue Rope, an honor only bestowed on 10% of the Military...
Mary Castillo
Nov 8, 2016
Mary B. Castillo, age 85, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away Tuesday, November 8, 2016. She was a lifelong resident of Algodones, NM. She was preceded in death by her parents, Felipe and Bivianita Baldonado. Mary is survived by her son, Philip Joseph Castillo; two grandsons, Philip Castillo (Bianca), Michael Castillo (Angelina); her great-grandchildren, Elijah, Jade, and Jozias Castillo; and...
Martha Mata
Nov 3, 2016
Martha M. Mata, 88, born January 2, 1928, a lifelong resident of Alameda, passed away peacefully at home on November 3, 2016. Martha is survived by her loving children, Robert and Larry Mata, Sandra Martinez and her husband Toby all of Albuquerque, NM, Jake Haskin and his wife Pamela of Portland, OR; grandchildren, Tobias Martinez, Bonjean, Devon; great-grandchildren, Vanessa, Jalen, Mariah,...
Isabel Martinez
Nov 3, 2016
Isabel Martinez, age 64, beloved mother, grandmother, daughter, and sister, was embraced by the Lord Thursday, November 3, 2016. She was born in El Paso, TX and was a resident of Rio Rancho, NM. She was preceded in death by her father, Jesus Velasco; and her husband, Michael Martinez. Isabel is survived by her loving children, Mario Martinez and fiancée Jessica...
Josephine Alderete
Oct 31, 2016
Josephine (Josie) Adele Montano Alderete, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, October 31, 2016. She was a devoted mother, wife, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was an avid reader, amateur New Mexico historian, Crusillista, a graceful dancer, and a Harwood Girls' School graduate. Josie was born on August 7, 1926 in Albuquerque, and raised in El Llanito and Martineztown. She was preceded...
Frances Zimmerly
Oct 23, 2016
Frances F. Zimmerly, 94, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, October 23, 2016 in Corrales, New Mexico where she resided with her daughter, Patricia Zimmerly. Frances was born to Ezequiel J. Gutierrez and Aurelia Montoya Gutierrez, on March 6, 1922 in Old Town Albuquerque, New Mexico. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Justin...
Grace Padilla
Oct 23, 2016
Age 89, beloved and devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister passed away peacefully Sunday, October 23, 2016, while surrounded by her loving family. She was raised in Llanito, NM and a resident of Albuquerque, NM. Grace enjoyed gardening, crocheting, flowers, and especially having her children and grandchildren around her. She was preceded in death by her mother, Lila Martinez; her husband, Thomas...
Isabel Apodaca
Oct 20, 2016
Isabel Apodaca, age 95, beloved mother and aunt, passed away peacefully, Thursday, October 20, 2016, while surrounded by her loving family. She was a lifelong resident of Algodones, NM; where she was a member of San Jose Parish. Isabel enjoyed cooking for her family and was an excellent pie maker. She was preceded in death by her parents, Francisco and Julia Apodaca. Isabel...
Benito Ortiz
Oct 10, 2016
Benito Ortiz, age 74, beloved husband, father, grandfather, andbrother, went to be with the Lord Monday, October 10, 2016. He was born at his family ranch in Trementina, NM and was a resident of Bernalillo, NM. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jose and May Ortiz; and brother-in-law, Leonard Lujan Benito is survived by wife of 48 years, Rafelita...
Shirley Williams
Oct 8, 2016
Williams, Shirley Bain "Lee" age 72, beloved father and brother, passed away Saturday, October 8, 2016. He was a resident of Albuquerque, NM. Lee loved when people would call him, he enjoyed traveling, fishing, golfing and riding his motorcycle. He loved people and never met a stranger. Lee was a gentle soul who never lost his temper and was loved by many. Lee...
Molly Montoya
Oct 3, 2016
Molly (Amalia) R. Montoya, age 91, born in San Pedro (Espanola), NM and a resident of Bernalillo, went home to be with our Lord on October 3, 2016. Molly was an amazing person who enjoyed taking care of her family, church, and occasionally playing bingo. She was a wonderful wife, mom, grandma, great-grandma, nina, sister, aunt, great-aunt and friend to many who...
Nettie Trias
Oct 1, 2016
Nettie Maria Trias, age 88, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully, Saturday, October 1, 2016. She was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM. Nettie is survived by her loving children, Kathy (Sammy) Castillo, Angela Trias, Sylvia (Efrain) Adame, Vicki Castillo, Marion (Joel) Adame, Roseann Dean, Joe Trias, and Jesse (Nadine) Trias; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. Nettie will be greatly...
Eddie Avila
Sep 29, 2016
Eddie F. Avila, age 39, beloved son, companion, father, and brother, was embraced by the Lord and taken to Eternal Life, Thursday, September 29, 2016. He was lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM. Eddie enjoyed the outdoors, the mountains, hunting and riding at Nine Mile Hill, and especially spending time with his five sons. He was preceded in death by his father,...
Antonio Gallegos
Sep 25, 2016
Antonio "Tony" Gallegos, age 79, has risen with the Lord on September 25, 2016. Antonio was born in La Madera, NM on December 7, 1936. He was a resident of Albuquerque, NM for 55 years and retired from the Keebler Company after more than 30 years. He loved to spend time with his sons and grandsons getting, chopping and stacking firewood and hunting. He...
Donna Mondragon
Sep 24, 2016
Mondragon, Donna MarieDonna Marie Mondragon, 61, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, grandaunt, aunt, sister, and daughter was promoted to glory on September 24, 2016. She was born on February 4, 1955 to Howard Storr and Felicitas Poploski in St. Louis, Missouri. She was preceded in death by her father, Howard; and her father-in-law, Max Mondragon. After graduating from Nerenix High School...
Paul Baca
Sep 23, 2016
Paul E. Baca passed away at the age of 51 in Navarro, FL on September 23, 2016. He was born and raised in Albuquerque, NM. Paul grew up riding dirt bikes and as an adult owned street bikes. He loved the freedom of riding motorcycles. Paul also was fond of hiking and running, both of which he found easy to do in either Albuquerque...
Orelia Winchell
Sep 23, 2016
Orelia "Ori" Winchell, age 77, beloved and devoted mother, grandmother and sister, passed away peacefully, Friday, September 23, 2016, while surrounded by her loving children. Orelia was born in Cuba, NM and was a longtime resident of Bernalillo, NM. She was preceded in death by her parents, Juan and Jesusita Segura; brothers, Augustin, Alpolinaro, and Benny Segura. Orelia is survived by her...
Donnie Gallegos
Sep 13, 2016
Donnie Gallegos, age 78, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, was embraced by the Lord and taken to Eternal Life, Tuesday, September 13, 2016. She was born in Las Vegas, NM and was a resident of Albuquerque, where she was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Donnie enjoyed arts and crafts, sewing, cooking, and bowling. She was preceded in death...
Pamela Kovash
Sep 6, 2016
Pamela R. Kovash, (62) passed away suddenly September 6, 2016 from a Pulmonary embolism. Pamela was born May 14, 1954 in Dickinson, ND to parents, Victor and Irene Kovash. She is survived by her mother, Irene Kovash (Billings, MT); sister, Cheryl Kovash (La Quinta, CA); brother, Bryan Kovash and wife, Polly (Billings, MT); brother, Dale Kovash and wife, Gail (Meridian, ID);...
Joe Garcia
Sep 4, 2016
Joe Blas Garcia, age 84, beloved and devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully Sunday, September 4, 2016. He was born in Tapiacitas, NM and was a resident of Albuquerque. Joe retired for the Albuquerque Public School system after 35+ years of service. Joe is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Celestina "Tina" Garcia; his children, Jerry, Mary...
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