Obituaries

Jun 5, 2023

We rejoice for JR because he knew without a doubt to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord, and he now resides in the heavenly place prepared for him. Willie (JR) Sanders, was born in Port Chester, NY to Willie Sanders Sr., and Mary Wright Sanders on Tuesday, August 5, 1947. He...

Jun 5, 2023

Miss Judy age 59, formerly of Tijeras, New Mexico passed away Monday June 5, 2023. Born in Redwood City, California owner of Judy's Tailwagin' Ranch. Judy was a fashionable woman. She loved her clothes and all her western jewelry. She was dedicated and professional with her dog business and was charismatic with all her clients. Judy was...

Jun 5, 2023

Richard was born on December 14, 1928, in Roswell, New Mexico. He attended St. Peter's Catholic School through the 8th grade and graduated from Roswell High School in 1946. He started to work for the telephone company, then known as Mountain States Telephone and Telegraph Company, in 1949 as a Lineman. His service was interrupted when he was drafted...

Jun 4, 2023

Dennis A Dietz, of Albuquerque, NM passed away on Sunday June 4, 2023, at the age of 69. Born in Davenport, Iowa on March 6, 1954. He was preceded in death by his mother, Nancy Dietz; father, Arthur Dietz; and stepmother, Elvira Dietz, He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. Our families' hearts will forever be filled with...

Jun 4, 2023

Mary (Lynn) Constance Hicks, age 90, of Albuquerque, passed away Sunday, June 4, 2023, on her 69th wedding anniversary. Mary Constance Lindauer was born on March 17, 1933, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, where her father, Oscar and mother, Eleanor were living while he was serving in the U.S. Navy. She lived most of her early life in Annapolis, Maryland during...

Jun 4, 2023

Lorraine L. Ambrose (nee Lenicheck), age 98, beloved mother and wife, passed away in Albuquerque, NM on Sunday, June 4, 2023.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Bena; father, Allen Sr.; brother, Allen; and husband of 56 years, Howard. Lorraine is survived by her children, Richard, Janice, Diane, and Robert, six grandchildren, eight great- grandchildren,...

Jun 3, 2023

Mary Padilla, born Monday, December 14, 1932 age 90 passed away on Saturday June 3rd, 2023. She is our beloved wife, sister, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Mary worked at Albuquerque Country Club for twenty years before she and her husband, Bennie Padilla opened up Padilla's Restaurant where she worked for the past 40 years. Her work ethic was so...

Jun 3, 2023

Cheryl Lea Dingman was born on December 26, 1949, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the daughter of Curtis and Mary Chapel. She went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, June 3, 2023. She married the love of her life, David E Dingman, on November 25, 1967, due to his persistence in asking for her hand. In the...

Jun 2, 2023

In loving memory of Ramon Rael, husband, father, Pampo. Ramon was born in Santa Fe, NM on Saturday, May 10, 1930 to Pilar and Manuelita Rael. He served in the U.S. Army where he was awarded the Korean Service Medal and Bronze Star. He married Florinda Maes, his wife of 69 years on Wednesday, September 24, 1952...

Jun 2, 2023

Barbara (Bobbie) Alice Angstadt passed from her earthly journey to eternal life on Friday, June 2, 2023.

She was preceded in death by her beloved sons, Daniel and Keith and her life partner, Dudley Lyons, Jr, who brought infinite love, respect, joy and laughter to their many years together.

Thank you to a host of...

Jun 1, 2023

Vernon Dale Akes, a beloved resident of Albuquerque, transitioned from this life on Thursday, June 1, 2023. He found peace in the comfort of his home, surrounded by the love of his family.

He is survived by his wife, Chrissy Thompson Akes; and his children, Jeremy Salazar and Lindsey Salazar. Jeremy is currently...

Jun 1, 2023

Giuseppe "Joe" Matonti, beloved husband, father, and grandfather passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 1, 2023, at the age of 87. He is survived by daughter, Rosa and her husband Eric Montoya, daughter Maria, and grandchildren, AnneMarie Mal and Christopher Mal. Joe was born in Italy and came to the United States as a professional tailor to work in...

Jun 1, 2023

Virginia Mae Klebesadel (née Erckfritz), age 84, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on June 1, 2023.

Born in Alden Township near Harvard, Illinois on June 11, 1938, Virginia lived on a farm and was educated in a one-room schoolhouse until she moved to Sharon, Wisconsin in 1950. After graduating from Sharon High School in 1956, she...

May 31, 2023

Bruce Engler, age 68, dedicated father, grandfather, and gifted engineer passed away on Wednesday, May 31, 2023. Bruce was known for his humor, giving spirit, and a reputation for being one to depend on when needed. Bruce lived by the motto, "do all things with excellence, always do your best, and never quit.". He is survived by his son,...

May 30, 2023

Rosemary Neff passed away at 102 in Albuquerque, NM, on Tuesday, May 30, 2023. She had a life filled with love, family, challenges, and successes. When reminiscing about a most common phrase Rosemary is remembered for by her daughter, it's "dinner's ready." She was a loving mother with a passion for cooking and sharing life with family around a...

May 30, 2023

Norma A. Hill passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 30, 2023 with family by her side. She was preceded in death by her husband of nearly 70 years, David "Dave" Hill; and sister Joan Aryes. Norma is survived by her children, Laurie Johnson, Kathleen Kantola (Kenneth), Sandra Mullville (Thomas) and Scott Hill; along with eight grandchildren and...

May 29, 2023

Samuel Paul Fresquez, (Sammy), local singer, guitarist and avid tournament golfer passed away May 29th, 2023, at age 92 in Albuquerque, NM, after a brief illness. He was born June 26th, 1930, in Berrendo, NM, a small hamlet near Roswell, NM. Sammy was preceded in death by his mother and father, Catalina and Manuel Fresquez; his sisters, Elfides Gallegos,...

May 29, 2023

Lewis Walter Hake Sunrise: August 7th, 1946 Sunset: May 29th, 2023 Lewis Walter Hake, age 76, beloved husband, son, father, and brother was called to his eternal resting place on Monday, May 29th, 2023. He entered this world on August 7th, 1946, in Kansas City, KS born to Lewis and Shirley Hake. He was the oldest of...

May 29, 2023

Sammy was born in Hurley, New Mexico to Tomas and Juanita (Lujan) Duran. He attended elementary and junior high school in Hurley and Cobre High School in Bayard, New Mexico. Sammy was very competitive in sports and won two Golden Glove State Championships, in the Feather and Welter Weight Divisions. He played baseball, pitcher, and short stop...

May 29, 2023

Stephen Michael Williams, age 46, beloved father, brother, son and friend passed away at home peacefully on Monday, May 29, 2023. He is survived by his loving children, Mateas Williams, Cyra Williams and Alexis Devore; mother, Paulette Gnadt; brother, Scott Williams and his family Melissa, Liam, Rory and Ellis. Stephen was born at Edwards Air Force Base. He spent...