Obituaries

May 17, 2022

Brian Peter Van Leeuwen, age 58,  passed away peacefully with his family by his side on May 17, 2022, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Brian was born in Phoenix, Arizona, to hard working dairy farmers, George and Path Van Leeuwen.

Although a car accident left him paralyzed at age 16, he never let his...

May 17, 2022

Ronald Duane Neus Ron was born in Austin, MN to Cora Holman and Fernie Neus on October 26, 1938. He passed away on Tuesday, May 17,2022 with his wife and daughter by his side. He was preceded in death by his parents and stepfather, Clifford Kirkebon; stepbrother, Roger Kirkebon; his oldest son, Daniel who was murdered in 1996 at...

May 17, 2022

Charles Tabor passed away suddenly on May 17, 2022 at the age of 44. He is the son of James E. Tabor and Lucy C. Maestas Schwank. Charles is preceded in death by his father and grandparents. He is survived by his beloved mother and brothers, Eric Paul Tabor of Miami FL, John L. Tabor of San...

May 15, 2022

Lorraine Cheryl Johnson Nigg, of Tijeras, New Mexico, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, May 15, 2022, at age 74. She was born and raised in Kalamazoo, Michigan, graduating from Kalamazoo Central in 1966. After obtaining degrees from Western Michigan University, she relocated to New Mexico where she completed a doctorate at University of New Mexico. She taught...

May 15, 2022

Alice Jean (Snyder) Carter was born on Monday, October 5th, 1931 to Ralph and Lillian Snyder, a Methodist minister and his wife, who were serving a small church in Newcastle, Wyoming. Alice was the youngest of three children, and she spent most of her childhood in small towns in Wyoming where she was involved in church activities,...

May 15, 2022

Brenda Gay (Stegall) Chavez, age 55, died on Sunday, May 15, 2022 at her home in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Brenda is preceded in death by her son, Colten Chavez; and her brother, Bryan Stegall.  She is survived by her husband, George Chavez; her son, Holden Chavez; and grandson, Aiden.

She was currently employed at Alice...

May 15, 2022

Tracy Wilson Murray of Corrales, New Mexico passed away peacefully in Albuquerque, New Mexico on May 15th, 2022.

Tracy was born November 17th, 1940 in Tonasket, Washington to Robert and Ruth (Olson) Murray. After graduating from Okanogan High School, Tracy attended Washington State University and received his Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics in 1962. He went on to...

May 15, 2022

Herbert S. Friedman M.D., a resident of Albuquerque since 1958 died on May 15th at the age of 93. He is survived by his adored wife of 67 years Miriam, three children, Saul and wife Debbie, Daniel, and Naomi and husband Lane Findley, six grandchildren, Nathan and wife Madison, Annie, Alana and Kiera Friedman, and Jacob and...

May 15, 2022

Robert G. Lopez Sr. "Bobby", a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico was called to heaven on Sunday, May 15, 2022, surrounded by his loving family at home. Robert was a catholic all of his life and was a member of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Robert was born June 7th, 1954, to Gustavo and...

May 15, 2022

Claire James Smith, 99 years old, passed on Sunday, May 15, 2022. He was born in Lotts Creek, IA on January 28, 1923. He was a WWII Veteran and after serving, resided in Waterloo, IA. He moved to Albuquerque, NM in 1956. His wife, LaVerne Evelyn Grapp Smith, passed in 2014 at the age of 87. They...

May 15, 2022

Dixie Lea (Toney) Donham, 85, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, was called to Heaven on Sunday, May 15, 2022.

Dixie was born on August 13, 1936, in Chautauqua County, Kansas, born to John and Pauline Toney.

During her childhood, Dixie moved to Woodsboro, Texas, with her Mother and Stepfather.  She completed her education and...

May 15, 2022

James Klar "Jim", 90, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather was called to his eternal resting place on May 15, 2022 after a short illness and surrounded by loved ones.

Jim was born on March 4, 1932 in La Crosse, WI, to John and Sakie Klar. He is survived by the love of his life,...

May 14, 2022

Rosina V. (Rose) Maestas went home to be with the Lord peacefully on Saturday, May 14, 2022. Rose was born on July 18, 1923, in Santo Nino, NM to Maclovio and Frances Velarde.

Rose was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 50 years, Porfirio (Sparky) Maestas; and second husband, Bennie Maes; daughters, Linda Jaramillo,...

May 14, 2022

Helen Keso peacefully passed away at age of 87 on Saturday, May 14, 2022. She was born in Albuquerque, NM in an adobe house on 12th Street that her father built.  Helen and her two siblings grew up in a home with routine, discipline, and family chores.  Helen was a dedicated student making A’s throughout her schooling.  Her favorite...

May 14, 2022

Joyce Sagon, age 93, passed away Saturday, May 14, 2022, at The Neighborhood in Rio Rancho, NM, where she had resided the last 5 plus years. Joyce was known for being very friendly, caring, and easy to approach. She traveled and camped extensively and was very good at fishing. She enjoyed a good card game with friends and her...

May 13, 2022

On May 13, 2022, Anthony (Tony) Joseph Gray, 86, beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed peacefully into the arms of his Heavenly Father with his loving wife, Joan, by his side. A private memorial was held on May 27, 2022. Tony was born on April 7, 1936, in Bath, New York, into a large Italian family. After...

May 13, 2022

Rita Mae Watkins Robertson, 94, was called home by our Lord Friday, May 13, 2022.

Rita was born at home January 30, 1928 in Portales, New Mexico.  She was preceded in death by her daughter, Lillian; husband, TJ “Red” Robertson; and her parents, Chloe Sophronia Gibson Watkins and Harmon Dwight Watkins.

Her family moved many...

May 13, 2022

"Rip" Harry Boyd Huntington passed away on Friday, May 13, 2022, after a long battle with lung cancer. He was surrounded by his family and was under the care of Hospice of New Mexico. Rip was a Vietnam Veteran and served honorably in the United States Army. He was born in Chama, NM, where he loved to spend time...

May 13, 2022

We are sad to announce the passing of Laura Patricia "Lucero" Garcia. She left us on Friday, May 13th, surrounded by her husband, children, and grandchildren after a brief illness. She was the most beautiful person inside and out. She was deeply loved by her family and extended family. She was born to Perfilio and Predicanda Lucero...

May 13, 2022

Virginia was born in Cincinnati, OH, to Laura Belle and Homer Earl Jones. She lived with her maternal grandparents in Iowa until she was 7 years old when her mother and new stepfather, Hubert F Williams, brought her to a new home in Albuquerque.

At 18, Virginia married Walter F. Scott and birthed 3 living children: David,...