Obituaries

May 28, 2024

Evelyne White age 75, passed away in Albuquerque, NM on Tuesday, May 28, 2024. 

She will be laid to rest alongside her husband, William E. White at Angel Fire State Veteran Cemetery, Angel Fire, NM.

May 26, 2024

Colonel William Walter Koelm (ret) passed from this earth on May 26, 2024, in Albuquerque, NM surrounded by his loving family. William "Bill" was born to Walter and Opal Koelm on April 21, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois and grew up on a farm near Edgewood, Illinois with younger brother Raymond. Bill had a thirst for learning at a young age...

May 26, 2024

Daton Hill - family man and friend - passed away on Sunday May 26, 2024.   Daton was a man of many talents and passions.  He loved Beverly his wife of almost 67 years, his three children, his five grandchildren, and his 13 great grandchildren.  Church was also a big part of Daton’s life; particularly singing in the choirs of...

May 26, 2024

Janice Atchley, 79 of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away after a brief illness on Sunday, May 26, 2024. Janice was born an only child of Bobbie Yell Nelson and Shirley Mabel Exter Nelson on March 26, 1945 in Albuquerque. Janice was adored by family and friends alike, and enjoyed always being involved in any event or gathering. Janice graduated from...

May 26, 2024

Knute H. Lee Jr. passed away peacefully early Sunday morning, May 26, 2024 at his home that he called "Golden Pond" surrounded by the love of his family. Knute was an inspiring example of a life well-lived and remained upbeat and positive to the end. His door was always open, his generosity knew no limit, and he never met a...

May 25, 2024

James Russell Hutchison MD, age 87, peacefully passed away to his heavenly home surrounded by his loving family on May 25, 2024. He was born on October 20,1936 in Johnstown, PA., the son of James Robinson Hutchison and Helen Pound Hutchison. He was an accomplished obstetrician/gynecologist serving patients in New Mexico for more than 50 years. Jim is survived by...

May 25, 2024

Richard Tony Sanchez 47, was called to his heavenly home May 25, 2024. Richard was born November 2, 1976 and was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM. Richard is survived by his parents Sam and Bernice Sanchez, his brother Sam Jr, wife Cynthia, his son Richard Sanchez Jr, wife Yessenia, his daughter Desiree Sanchez, son Jacob Sanchez, and granddaughters Mia...

May 25, 2024

Michael Dean Hatch



Michael Dean Hatch, 73, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2024. Mr. Hatch was an accomplished fisheries biologist who received a Ph. D in Water Science and Management from New Mexico State University in January of 2022. He worked for the State of New Mexico and for SWCA over a career that spanned four decades. A...

May 25, 2024

"Who can turn the world on with her smile? Who can take a nothing day, and suddenly make it all seem worthwhile?"

Though these iconic lyrics were written as the theme song for the Mary Tyler Moore show, they very much could have been composed by anyone who knew our dear wife, mother, sister and friend, Kathy Rae.

Born December 21, 1941,...

May 25, 2024

Dorothy Posey, 83, beloved Wife, Mother, Mother-in-law, Grandmother, Great-grandmother, Friend, and Nurse was called to her eternal resting place on May 24th, 2024. Dorothy was born to John and Flora Kindred on July 20th, 1940, in Birmingham, AL. She is survived by her daughter Adrienne Renee Posey, son Art Posey Jr., daughter-in love Marie Posey, grandchildren: Ashley Salazar, Katrina Weaver,...

May 24, 2024

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the peaceful passing of Leon Bostick on Friday, May 24, 2024. He leaves behind his devoted wife or 56 years, Shirley and their cherished children: Susan Bostick-McGovern, Tammy Jackson, Randy Jackson, and Steven Bostick.Leon originally hails from Lubbock, TX, but relocated to Albuquerque during his formative high school years. Throughout his...

May 24, 2024

Maria Evangeline (Jean), 86, passed away at home surrounded by family on May 24, 2024. Maria was born to Erminio and Tomasita Quirina C. DeBaca on February 28, 1938, in Albuquerque, NM. She is survived by her daughter Victoria J. Martinez and husband Mardoqueo of Edgewood, daughter Julienne R. Leathers and husband Larry of Albuquerque, daughter Therese Marie Cole and...

May 24, 2024

Susan Lee Baca, a kind and lovely soul, passed away May 24th, 2024. Susy was preceded in death by her daughter, Melissa Ann, and son, Jude Jr., sister Linda Topmiller, and parents Curtis and Lucille Hayden. She is survived by her husband Jude of 48 years, daughter Michelle and husband Eddie Lucero, grandchildren Jesse, Melissa, A.J., and Juno, and great...

May 23, 2024

Joseph (Jerry) Gerald López, born on May 6, 1948, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on May 23, 2024, in his hometown of Albuquerque. He was 76 years old.

Jerry is survived by his sister, Agnes Lorraine Grummer-Lopez; his children: Monique Brown and Brian Lopez; his son-in-law: Travis Brown; and his grandchildren: Anthony Lopez, Jasiah Lopez, Jada Brown, Patricia Lopez, Pablo...

May 23, 2024

Betty (Aranda) Sweeney, 89, passed away peacefully Thursday, May 23, 2024. Betty was the youngest of 6 children born Thursday, November 1, 1934 to Roman and Elosia (Romero) Aranda in Las Vegas, New Mexico.

She was married 69 years and is survived by her husband, Ambassador James Sweeney. She is also survived by a daughter, Rhonda (Wayne) Davis; and a son,...

May 23, 2024

Andy was born in Bluewater Village, New Mexico in 1931. He grew up on Mount Taylor during the Great Depression. He was running his father's pool hall at the age of twelve. Andy learned how to be a man at a very young age.He married the love of his life Barbara Brandley on September 15, 1951. They were married for...

May 23, 2024

Roz Denette, 64, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 23, 2024, surrounded by her family.

Roz was born in Plainview, NY, then resided in Ludlow, MA until 2018 when she moved to Rio Rancho, NM. She graduated from John F Kennedy High School in Plainview, NY (class of 1978) and SUNY Cortland (class of 1982).

She is survived by her husband; David...

May 22, 2024

May 22, 2024

Jack H. Darling, age 84, passed away at home on May 22, 2024, in Albuquerque. He was born in Cushing, Oklahoma, on September 19, 1939, to John H. Darling and Ann (Sherlock) Darling.Jack is survived by his wife Norma; twin sons, Brian and James; his grandchildren, Alexandra, Gabriella, Kaleb, and Joshua; and twin great-grandsons, Angelo and Frankie. He is also...

May 22, 2024

Campbell, Elizabeth "Lil" Ann

Elizabeth "Lil" Campbell, age 53, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and daughter passed away Wednesday, May 22, 2024, surrounded by her family. Lil was known for her love for her family and friends, love for animals, and passion for her students and colleagues. Lil enjoyed doing crafts, thrifting, craft shows, house plants, baseball, spending time with her...