Obituaries

Apr 1, 2023

Eleanor Mary Higgins, 94, of a resident Albuquerque, New Mexico, daughter of John and Caroline Jagodzinski, passed away on Saturday, April 1, 2023. She attended Kelly High School in Chicago, Illinois, and was a pioneering woman, earning her B.S. in pharmacy from the University of Illinois in 1951. Eleanor was a loving wife and mother and returned to the...

Apr 1, 2023

Norma Seebinger, 93, our loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away Saturday, April 1, 2023. Norma was known for her kindness, her sense of humor, her generosity, and humbleness. She loved playing bridge, entertaining, and more than anything else being with her family. Norma is survived by her children, Ginny Berger and husband, Jerry, Lew Seebinger and wife, Michelle,...

Mar 31, 2023

Victor Torres, 39, passed away on Friday, March 31, 2023. He was born in Albuquerque to Andy and Martha Torres, and spent his youth playing with his younger sister, Veronica and looking up to his two older brothers, Enrique and Rudolph. He is survived by his partner, Yvette Benavidez and the absolute loves of their lives, their children Santos, Neveah,...

Mar 30, 2023

Max W. Switzer, 98, went to be with his Heavenly Father on March 30, 2023, with his daughters at his bedside. Max was born to Ethel and Ray Switzer on January 3, 1925, in Amble, Michigan. Max is survived by his two daughters: Sheli Snyman and husband David of Rio Rancho and Susan Allrcd and husband Ron...

Mar 30, 2023

Elena Marie Lenz, 40, beloved wife, daughter, mother, daughter-in-law, sister, and friend, was called to her eternal resting place on Thursday, March 30, 2023. Elena was born on April 29, 1982 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where she was raised by her adoptive parents, Christopher and Paula Rasmussen. She was the oldest of four siblings - Anna Deyhle, Benjamin Rasmussen,...

Mar 30, 2023

Celebrating Linda's Story Her journey began:                   Her journey ended: June 22, 1950                           March 30, 2023 Linda Klaurens was born to Clay and Violet Whetstine in North Carolina on June 22, 1950. The family moved to New Mexico when she was a child. She met her soul mate Larry Klaurens at Jackson Middle School in Albuquerque, and they...

Mar 30, 2023

Dolores Jaramillo Martinez, died peacefully Thursday, March 30, 2023, at age 84. Dolores was born in Albuquerque in 1939, a descendent of the first Jaramillo to settle in New Mexico in 1598. She was the eighth of nine children. Her father, Demetrio, was a butcher. Her biological mother, Lucia Sanchez died when Dolores was six years old....

Mar 29, 2023

Sheryl Lynne Fleck, née Lunde, formerly of Denver, CO and residing in Albuquerque, NM, beloved spouse, daughter, sister, mother, and grandmother was called to her eternal resting place on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at age 70 after a long, hard fight with cancer. Born to Robert and Marjorie Lunde on January 9, 1953, she graduated from Colorado State University...

Mar 29, 2023

Louis Flores, 95, beloved father, son, brother, and husband, was called "home" to our Lord Jesus Christ on Wednesday, March 29, 2023. He entered this world on December 13, 1927 in Albuquerque, NM, born to Luis and Carolina Flores. He is survived by daughter, Ceci Stott and husband, Pat; son, Daniel Flores and wife, Alexa; son, Robert Flores and...

Mar 29, 2023

Thomas Francis Growney passed away in Albuquerque on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 after a brief illness. Tom was born in Conception, MO on November 28, 1928. He was the second oldest in a family of seven children. Growing up in the depression era made for a difficult childhood but instilled in Tom a determination and drive that carried him...

Mar 29, 2023

Okhui McCallister, 78, beloved wife, mother, mother-in-law, and grandmother, was called to her eternal resting place on Wednesday, March 29, 2023. She entered this world on October 20, 1944 in Busan, South Korea. She is survived by her husband, William McCallister; daughter, Tanya (McCallister) Lunn; son-in-law, Michael Lunn; grandsons, Crosby Lunn and Jackson Lunn of Evans City, PA; and...

Mar 28, 2023

Freddie Paul Hawley, Jr. born in Corpus Christi, Texas on January 30, 1951 passed away peacefully in Albuquerque, NM on Tuesday, March 28, 2023. He was a kind, generous and loving person with a great sense of humor. He dedicated his life to his entire family and a was always a loyal friend. He is survived by his loving...

Mar 28, 2023

Susan Mary Maldonado Romero, 70, went to be with our Heavenly Father on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, with family by her side. She was known by everyone for her big welcoming heart and looking on the positive side of things. She loved learning and teaching others to enjoy the love of learning. She spent much of her life as...

Mar 28, 2023

Geraldine "Gerry" Ozelle Johnson November 7, 1933 - March 28, 2023 We are sad to announce the passing of Geraldine "Gerry" Johnson. She left us on Tuesday, March 28th, surrounded by her family after a valiant 2-year battle with cancer. She was born to Herb and Clyde Bartlett in Chilocco, Oklahoma. She grew up in Arkansas (Ark)...

Mar 28, 2023

Theodoro Saavedra Otero, Sr. age 71, cherished, brother, husband, father, and grandfather entered into his Heavenly inheritance with God the Father on Tuesday, March 28, 2023. Ted grew up in Los Lunas, New Mexico where his charm, good looks and vivacious personality made him a popular figure in Valencia county. He was very athletic during his high...

Mar 27, 2023

With great sorrow, the Slavens, Lomax, Jamieson, Parry, Dulaney, and Keys families announce the passing of Robert (Bob) Leon Slavens, 88, of Roswell, New Mexico on Monday, March 27, 2023.

Bob would say, "Leave things better than when you found them." His friends and family would agree this is how he lived his...

Mar 27, 2023

Andreas Michael Smith, 57, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Monday, March 27, 2023. A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, April 5, 2023, 1:00 p.m., at FRENCH - Westside.

Mar 26, 2023

Joyce Juanita Chenault was born in Texas on Wednesday, June 3, 1931. She went home to her Lord and Savior on Sunday, March 26, 2023. During her 74 years of marriage to her husband, Billy, they had 2 daughters, 3 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. She is survived by her daughter, Pamela Craig. Her other daughter, Sandra, passed...

Mar 25, 2023

Known as Mama Dora to many amazing friends, Dora was born in Artesia, New Mexico on Thursday, May 23, 1935. Dora was preceded in death by her parents, Hilario Brito and Theresa Gomez; mom, Micaela G Brito; husband, Juvencio "Louis" Campos; daughter, Lena Marquez; sister, Stella Saiz; brother, Joe Brito Gomez Sr.; and grandson, Baby Boy Marquez...

Mar 25, 2023

Patricia "Pat" Gay aka Granny, 85 of Albuquerque, died Saturday, March 25, 2023. She was preceded in death by granddaughter Megan Gay; great granddaughter Aria Lucero; and her husband and love of her life Gerry Gay. She is survived by brother John; sons Bob, Tom, Jim and Bill; four granddaughters; four grandsons; and ten great grandchildren. She...