Obituaries

Nov 26, 2021

Samuel "Sam" Lockwald was born in Denver, Colorado on November 19, 1990. Sam moved with his family to Albuquerque when he was 4. Sam attended grade school at Annunciation and then Assumption. He went to Eldorado High school and graduated from there in 2009. After working at a variety of jobs Sam attended CNM for 2 years...

Nov 26, 2021

On Friday, November 26, Paula Ann O'Connell left her earthly home for her next adventure. She was born in Westport, Connecticut, to Dr. William and Mary O'Connell. Paula had an older brother, William, "Billy," and two older sisters, June and Patricia, "Pete."

When Paula was young, the family moved to Underhill, Vermont, and lived out in the...

Nov 26, 2021

Elijah Jacob Riche was unexpectedly called to his eternal resting place on Friday November 26, 2021. Elijah was preceded in death by his uncle Craig Barton Riche, great-grandmother Anselma Arellano, great-grandmother Pauline Polly Peek, beloved four legged brother Twix, and many other extended family and friends. Elijah is survived by his loving parents Keith and Christina Riche; brother Samual...

Nov 26, 2021

Marlene Wehlander, our beloved grandmother, wife, mother, sister, aunt, and friend passed away on November 26, 2021, at her home in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was born on September 7, 1932, on a farm near DeLamere, North Dakota. As she grew up, she created many precious memories with her five younger sisters and one brother. Marlene married...

Nov 25, 2021

Lt. Colonel Cecil Augustus Lynn, Jr was called home to his eternal resting place on 11/25/2021, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Col. Lynn passed away peacefully in his sleep at the age of 80. A native Texan, Col. Lynn entered the world on 9/21/1941, to Annie Bell (Newton) and Cecil A. Lynn, Sr, who both preceded him in...

Nov 25, 2021

Rosemarie 'Rosie' or 'Rose' Hurt of Rio Rancho, NM and formerly from the DFW Texas area, passed away on Thursday, November 25, 2021. Rosemarie was born in Hammond, IN on February 2, 1958 to Jimmy and Nancy Hurt. Rosemarie was named after the 1935 song by Nelson Eddy 'Rosemarie'. She retired from the U.S Citizenship and Immigration Services in...

Nov 25, 2021

Aleta E. Riggs-Harroun, age 69, a resident of Albuquerque since 1961, died peacefully at home Thursday, November 25, 2021. She is survived by her children, Dennis Harroun, and Doug Harroun and his wife, Chavonne of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Drew and Emmett; sisters, Antoinette (NM) and Peggy (GA); brother, Scott (TX); as well as many cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends. Born...

Nov 25, 2021

Tom, Elise, and Rachel McHugh would like to share the news of the passing of Diana Gale McHugh. She was preceded in death by her mother, Dorothy Hankins; her father, Wayne "Pat" Hankins; and her sister, Janice Duran. She is survived by her husband, Tom; daughters, Elise McHugh and Rachel McHugh; brother Mike Hankins of Lakewood, WA;...

Nov 25, 2021

Charles Lee “Moose” Galassini, SMSGT, 85, passed away November 25, 2021. He was born in Raton, New Mexico, November 28, 1935 to Sylvia and Joe Galassini. He graduated from Raton High School in 1955, where he was active in sports and class president. He was in the Navy from May 1955 to May 1959. Upon returning to Albuquerque, he...

Nov 25, 2021

David Barreras Sanchez, age 65, went to be with His Lord and Savior on Thursday, November 25, 2021.

"If we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die we die for the Lord. So whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord" Romans 14:18

David is preceded in death...

Nov 25, 2021

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we say goodbye to Leora Riggan, who died on November 25, 2021, Thanksgiving, at the age of 86. She was very grateful for her wonderful life. Leora was born and grew up in Idaho where she met Bill Riggan at a college dance. They were soon married and came to...

Nov 25, 2021

Beatrix Kahn, age 102, passed away on Thursday, November 25, 2021.

Beatrix came to the US with her family in 1935, where they arrived in New York City. She worked there for 10 years then came to Albuquerque, NM, where she met her husband, Bill Kahn. Beatrix was a member of B'nai Israel for many years.

Nov 24, 2021

Dr. Cheryl D. Learn, Phd, 80 years old, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, November 24, 2021. Cheryl lived an incredible life; the kind most only dream about. She shared many experiences and was happily married to Emerson Learn for almost 50 years. They met in upstate New York and had many adventures together....

Nov 24, 2021

Isabel M. Perea was the firstborn child of Francisco and Ocariz Montoya; born on Wednesday, December 6, 1933, in Torreon, NM, where she spent the first few years of her childhood. Her family then moved and settled in Albuquerque. Isabel passed away into the loving arms of our Lord Jesus Christ, on the morning of Wednesday, November 24, 2021....

Nov 24, 2021

Matilda 'Tillie' Arellano, 99, passed away on Wednesday, November 24, 2021. She was born on Sunday, June 18, 1922 in El Carmen, NM. Tillie is survived by her children, Andrew Aragon of Albuquerque, NM, Sam Aragon of Mora, NM, Doris Yolanda Aragon of Albuquerque, and Jake Aragon of Albuquerque; many grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death...

Nov 24, 2021

Lois Casbeer Brandt, age 101, a resident of Albuquerque since 1998, passed away peacefully in her home on November 24, 2021. She is survived by her two daughters, Linda D. Brandt, and Dr. Susan Brandt Graham, both of Albuquerque; grandson Brandt G. Graham of Andrews, TX; and brother Col. Arthur M. Casbeer (USAF Retired) of Arizona and...

Nov 24, 2021

Victor Suazo, 90, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather was called to his eternal resting place on November 24, 2021 surrounded by his family. He entered the world on January 29, 1931 in Mogote, CO, born to Victor and Reynalda Suazo. He is survived by his 2 sons and their spouses; 4 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren.

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Nov 24, 2021

Earl Tonkinson passed away on November 24th at the age of 90, after a long battle with kidney cancer. Just like he dealt with all experiences in life, Earl managed his illness with strength and grace. On his final day he was surrounded by his wife and family. Earl is survived by: His wife Anita Tonkinson, son John Tonkinson,...

Nov 24, 2021

John Richard Ogilvie went home to the Lord on Wednesday, November 24, 2021, having battled health issues for a number of years. He was born on Friday, March 24, 1933 to John and Irma Ogilvie in Albuquerque, New Mexico. While attending the University of New Mexico, he was called to serve his country in the US Army in 1955...

Nov 24, 2021

On Wednesday, November 24, 2021, Dr. George David Julnes passed away a few weeks before his 67th birthday, surrounded by his family after a cardiac arrest. He lived in Albuquerque, where he was a professor at the University of New Mexico. The son of Marilyn and Norval Julnes, George grew up in Terrace Park and attended Mariemont High School....