Angela Davidson-Gabbitas
Apr 29, 2025
Angela Dee Davidson-Gabbitas, age 61, passed away in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on Tuesday, April 29, 2025. She will be deeply missed as a devoted mother, cherished friend, and vibrant presence in the lives of many.
Angie was born on December 12, 1963, in Maricopa County, Arizona, to Chester Davidson and Mary Elsie Roberts. She spent her early years in...
Stephen Nussbaum
Apr 29, 2025
Stephen Nussbaum was born January 13, 1950, in Amarillo, Texas. He was Elizabeth and Leonard's second son; they would have a total of six children, all boys. In his childhood and throughout his life Steve was blessed with a large family-brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles, cousins, and many connections on his wife's side of the family.
His...
Robert Bruce
Apr 28, 2025
Robert W. Bruce (Bob) of Corrales, New Mexico went to be with his Lord and Savior on April 28, 2025. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Teddie Maddon Bruce, their daughters, Kimber Bruce of Reno, Nevada and Amber Winski and her husband, Paul Winski, of Chino Valley, Arizona, two granddaughters, Annie Cruz and Loryn Winski, one grandson,...
Dale Leavesley Melada
Apr 28, 2025
Dale Leavesley Melada passed away on April 28, 2025. She will be deeply missed.
A Funeral Service will occur on May 15 at 10am, with a reception to follow, at FRENCH-Wyoming. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:30pm.
Dale's full obituary is currently being comprised. Please check back for more updates.
Donna Joan Cook
Apr 28, 2025
Donna Joan Cook, but known as Joan to her friends and family, 92, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, left us peacefully on April 28th, 2025, surrounded by the love of her adoring family.
Born December 25, 1932, in Lansing, Michigan, to Bernard and Nellie Biergans, and sister to June, Bernice, Francis, Rose, and Margie. Joan went on to become the first in...
Tyonna Spikes
Apr 27, 2025
In Loving Memory of Tyonna Spikes (Tee)
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Tyonna Spikes, born on February 8, 1990, and departed on April 27, 2025.
Tyonna was a cherished wife, loving daughter, protective sister, caring cousin, and devoted aunt. She was also a proud stepmother to two beautiful girls. She impacted everyone she encountered...
Jose Zamora
Apr 27, 2025
Joe Zamora, age 87, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 27th, 2025, in his home. Joe was an avid hunter who cherished his time in the Jemez Mountains, where he shared countless adventures with his father, brothers, sons, nephews and friends. Affectionately nicknamed "Bear," he lived up to the name with...
Juanita Gipson
Apr 27, 2025
Juanita Teresa Burk was born in Leesburg Alabama to Arthur and Elva Burk on October 18, 1924. Her siblings included three sisters and a brother now all deceased. As a farmer's daughter she helped with the chores and fondly reminisced about picking cotton from the fields. She died peacefully at a residence on April 27, 2025, after obtaining the amazing...
Gary Swanson
Apr 26, 2025
Gary David Swanson (U.S. Army Lt.Col., retired) of Albuquerque, beloved husband, father and grandfather, died April 26, 2025, at the age of 85. He was born on May 2, 1939, to Warner and Viola (Swanson) Swanson in New Castle, PA.
He graduated from Bessemer High School in Bessemer, PA, in 1957 and from Youngstown University in Youngstown, OH, in 1962 with...
Mary Cunning
Apr 26, 2025
Mary Cunning, age 87, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2025. Describing Mary's life in mere words is no easy task-she was a woman of great depth, love, and strength. Her presence lit up the lives of those around her, and her legacy will continue to shine in the hearts of everyone she touched. We were blessed beyond measure to...
Laurel Flowers
Apr 25, 2025
Our superstar, Laurel Connor Gessel Flowers, unexpectedly returned to her heavenly home on Friday, April 25, 2025. Born in Provo, Utah, on May 14, 1978, to the late Kimbyl Bindrup Gessel and Penny Connor Gessel Humphreys, she proved to be an amazing wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. After spending her childhood in Utah with her family, she...
Elizabeth Ann Johnson
Apr 25, 2025
Elizabeth Ann (Fry) Johnson, age 75, passed away Friday, April 25, 2025, in Albuquerque, NM, after a short illness. Betty Ann, as she was known, was born and raised in Wilmington, DE, where she lived for 67 years before moving to New Mexico.
She attended Corpus Christi Elementary School in Elsmere, DE, her hometown, and graduated from H.C. Conrad High School....
Warner Shectman
Apr 24, 2025
Bud - as he liked to be known - served his country honorably in the United States Navy from March 1952 until March 1960 during the post Korean War and early Vietnam War eras. After his military service, Bud lit out for Los Angeles where he made a living as a musician.
Originally from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Bud and his family made...
Judith Anne Griego
Apr 24, 2025
Judy Griego, 90, was called to her eternal resting place on April 24, 2025. She entered this world on May 12, 1934, in Brooklyn, NY, born to William and Frieda Haley and was preceded in death by her brother Bill and his wife Libby.
Judy graduated from Croton-Harmon High School in 1952, she then graduated from Briarcliff Jr. College in 1954....
Barbara Jones
Apr 24, 2025
Barbara Jones, age 85, left this world to join her heavenly father on April 24, 2025.
Barbara was born on February 23, 1940, in Oklahoma City, OK, to parents, Mervil "Bob" Williams and Suzanne Gabus Williams.
She was a resident of Albuquerque for over 50 years. Born in Oklahoma City where she graduated from Putnam City High School and attended Oklahoma State...
Laura Ellen Voisin
Apr 23, 2025
Laura Ellen Voisin, age 74, dedicated daughter, wife, sister, and caregiver to her family, passed away Wednesday, April 23, 2025. "Ellen" spent her professional life working for the Bell Telephone companies in Farmington and Albuquerque retiring after 30 years of service, and was a valued life member of the Qwest Pioneers. She was known for her friendship, concern, and care-giving...
Josefina Pimentel
Apr 23, 2025
Josefina Pimentel, co-founder of Pimentel Guitars and the cherished matriarch of her family, passed away peacefully on the morning of April 23, 2025, at the age of 97.
Born in Ault, Colorado, Josefina married her beloved husband, Lorenzo Pimentel, in 1949. Together, they built a life rooted in love, resilience, and extraordinary craftsmanship. Shortly after their marriage, the couple...
Dorothy Jean Brody
Apr 23, 2025
Jean Brody (née Dorothy Jean Lindsey) passed away peacefully at home on April 23rd, 2025, hours before the birthday of her beloved husband Jerry. She dedicated her life to her family, recording rock art across New Mexico, and tending to her massive collection of cacti and succulents. She will always be remembered for her kindness, her intelligence and curiosity, and...
Arthur Reed
Apr 23, 2025
Rusty (Arthur) Ray Reed passed away peacefully at home on April 23, 2025 surrounded by his family.
He was born in Tucumcari, NM on May 27, 1949 and lived most of his years in Albuquerque.
He was dedicated to his family, loved working on and restoring cars. His friends through the years could depend on him in their time of need.
He was...
Chad Kelley
Apr 22, 2025
Chad Elliott Kelley, 53 years old, Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on, April 22, 2025.
Chad was born in, Albuquerque, on June 3, 1971 to Brenda Squyres and Allen Kelley.
Chad graduated from, Eldorado High School, in 1989. He went on to CNM, where he received multiple achievement awards. He specialized in business management.
Chad started at the early age of 19 at...