Obituaries

Sep 8, 2022

Ken Littell, aka "Mr. L" and "Wheelo", passed away at the tender age of 100 on September 8, 2022. Ken was born on a kitchen table in Grenola, Kansas on April 6, 1922, and was raised in southern Indiana. After enlisting in the Navy at the beginning of World War II and attending basic training in Illinois,...

Sep 7, 2022

Robert "Bob" Maldonado, 84, of Moriarty, New Mexico, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 7, 2022. Bob was born to Fred and Priscilla Maldonado on Sunday, July 10, 1938, in Velarde, Colorado. Bob was preceded in death by his mother and father; infant sister, Louise; his daughter, Shelia; and his grandson, Jerry Wayne. Bob is survived...

Sep 7, 2022

Novella H. King, age 95, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and wonderful artist was called home to be with Jesus on Wednesday, September 7, 2022. She entered this world on August 4, 1927, in Clebit, OK, born to William and Gertrude Harrison. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer Lee King. Survived by her daughter, Jessie Williams; son,...

Sep 6, 2022

Vidal Santillanes left this world on Tuesday, September 6, 2022, to join his beloved wife, Emilia (Millie) Urrea Santillanes in heaven. Vidal was born in Albuquerque in 1931 to Abran and Carolina Santillanes. Vidal grew up in Old Town, where he lived most of his life. He attended the original Albuquerque High School but left to join the Army...

Sep 6, 2022

James Gregory Kao, 66, passed away unexpectedly the morning of Tuesday, September 6, 2022. He was a son of Simon and Lois Kao, born May 25, 1956. He spent his life doing what he loved, working in the car business and he retired in 2018. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Jeffrey; and maternal grandmother. He...

Sep 6, 2022

On Tuesday, September 6, 2022, Bernadine Fette, beloved daughter, sister, Mother and Grandmother passed away peacefully.

She was 94 years old. During her life, Bernie touched many people’s hearts with her outgoing cheerful love of life.  Among her many activities, Bernie loved to bowl in her senior’s league, country line dance with her friends, read and enjoy...

Sep 5, 2022

Maureen "Reen" McKenna, born Dec 16, 1947, went to rest in peace with her Savior on Monday, September 5, 2022, after being in the care of hospice and her loving husband. We are deeply grateful and send much thanks to Ambercare Hospice nurses and staff.

Maureen had 74 years of living a full life with an abundance...

Sep 5, 2022

Nica Chavez peacefully passed away in her home on September 5, 2022, at the age of 98. Nica is survived by her children, Jerri Davis, Paul Chavez, Stan Chavez and girlfriend, Lori, Darlene Sanchez and husband, Gilbert, and Ron Chavez. Nica had 10 grandchildren and many great and great-great grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews....

Sep 4, 2022

Carolyn S. Jackson, 83, of Phoenix, Arizona was called to her eternal resting place on September 4, 2022. Born in Baltimore, Maryland on May 17, 1939, to Frank J. Webb and Irma Knight Webb. She had a fulfilling childhood with her two sisters; Terree and Frances, filled with laughter and good fun (and a few alligators). Carolyn...

Sep 4, 2022

Jose (Joe) Ines Candelaria, Jr., 90 years old, has left us to be with our Lord and Savior on Sunday, September 4, 2022. He was born on June 24, 1932 in Denver, Colorado. He was preceded in death by his parents, Rev. and Mrs. (Adela) J. I. Candelaria Sr.; sisters, Fidelia Herrera (Ignacio Herrera-husband), Lena DeHerrera (Sus DeHerrera-husband), Esther...

Sep 4, 2022

Mary F. Lopez, 87 years young, passed peacefully on the morning of Sunday, September 4, 2022, surrounded by her family. She passed 18 days after a sudden heart attack. Mary was born on March 25, 1935, in Gallup NM, to Clemente and Mariana Martinez and went to Gallup High School. There she met the love of her life, Lawrence...

Sep 4, 2022

Joan Fischer, age 78, passed away at home surrounded by family on Sunday, September 4th, 2022, after a battle with cancer. Joan is survived by her husband, Mark; her children Nicole and Wade; her siblings Kathy, Sandy and Bill; and her beloved pets Maggie, Rosie, and Mucci. Joan was born on April 4th, 1944. She was the first of...

Sep 4, 2022

Raymond "Ray" Sanchez, a kind and gentle man, hardworking and generous, and the beloved husband of 35 years to Teresa, passed from this world on September 4, 2022. After a full life of 76 years, rich in the love of family and friends and grounded in his strong Catholic faith, Ray has left us with wonderful memories...

Sep 4, 2022

On Sunday, September 4th, Jamie "Jamers" McLaughlin, free-spirited daughter, sister, and aunt, passed away at the age of 37. Jamie was born to James "Juice" McLaughlin and Lona Correa McLaughlin. Born and raised in Albuquerque, she had a big loving family and a lifetime of friends. She will be greeted in Heaven by her mother Lona, loving...

Sep 4, 2022

Roberta (Bobbie) Jean Reynolds passed away Sunday, September 4, 2022, at the age of 78. She was cared for by a loving daughter in-law, Sarah Reynolds, three loving granddaughters, and many others. Bobbie was born Wednesday, September 29, 1943, to Glenn Sherman Sample and Alverta Kathryn McCrann Sample. On Saturday, February 2, 1963, she married Harold E. Reynolds. They...

Sep 4, 2022

Mildred (Montoya) Giannini, 73, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend passed away on September 4, 2022. She was born on February 21, 1949, in Albuquerque, NM, born to Sotero and Rebecca Montoya. She dedicated her career as a dual language educator in the elementary public school education system for 37 years where she was proud to teach in the...

Sep 3, 2022

Donald W. Petitt, age 85, a resident of Albuquerque, NM passed away on Saturday, September 3, 2022, at his home surrounded by family. He was the middle son of Lionel and Bernice Petitt, born on Wednesday, March 31, 1937, in Roanake, Virginia.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Carol Petitt; his sisters, Shirley, Dora...

Sep 3, 2022

Duncan G. (Skip) MacDonald, age 92, passed away Saturday, September 3, 2022. He is survived by his daughter, Deborah MacDonald, and his son, Gregg MacDonald.

Skip was preceded in death by his wife, Marilyn MacDonald, and his son Scott MacDonald. Skip was known for his love of reading, ready wit, and great love of the outdoors, especially...

Sep 2, 2022

It is with a heavy heart that the family of Leslie C. Stannard, 38, reports that she passed away on September 2, 2022. Leslie was born on February 27, 1984, in Riverton, WY, to Robert and Elizabeth Stannard. She and her family moved to Farmington, NM, when she was just six months old. Leslie grew up in...

Sep 2, 2022

Warren P. Henry, 78, passed away peacefully and with his family by his side on Friday, September 2nd. He was born in Mankato, MN on May 10, 1944. He was one of five children and the son of Everett and Elaine Henry. As a child and young man Warren enjoyed rough and tumble play earning himself the nickname "Butch,"...