RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
Nanci Pamela Davis
September 25, 2020
Nanci Pamela (Martinez) Davis of Bernalillo NM, passed away peacefully following a brief illness, on Friday, September 25, 2020, at the age of 51. She leaves behind her loving husband of 26 years, Gary Davis, and beautiful and amazing children, Dillon (Katie) and Megan (Kyle). Nanci also leaves behind her three sisters; Monica McComas and her husband, Randy; their...
Jackie Bader
September 25, 2020
After a brief illness, Jackie Beach Bader, 77, beloved Mother, Nana, and wife, passed from this life to the next on September 25, 2020. Born in Clarendon, Texas, on March 6, 1943, she was the namesake of her father Jack. Her parents, Jack and Catharine Beach, were also blessed with three other children, Ed, Louise, and Mary Jo. Jackie...
Alesandro Aragon
September 24, 2020
Alesandro Aragon, age 80, beloved father, was called to his eternal resting place on Thursday, September 24, 2020. He entered this world on December 20, 1939 in Bernalillo, NM, born to Macario and Emelia Aragon. He is survived by his daughter, Sandra Morgan; spouse, Ramonita Aragon; and son, Alex Aragon. Alesandro served in the Air Force from 1960 -...
Donald Ray Ricks
September 24, 2020
Donald Ricks of Rio Rancho, New Mexico passed away on Sep 24, 2020. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.
Due to Covid-19, a private family service will be held at a later date.
Ronald Earl Royster
September 24, 2020
Ronald E. “Ron” Royster transitioned peacefully from this life to his heavenly father, surrounded by his family, on Thursday, September 24, 2020, at the age of 84. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernie and Zelma, and his two younger brothers, David and Tom. Born on Tuesday, March 24, 1936 in Detroit, Michigan, Ron and his family...
John Andrew Solga
September 24, 2020
John Solga, age 65, a beloved son, brother, and uncle, passed away on Thursday, September 24, 2020. John entered the Navy at the age of 17. He served on the USS Prairie and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal. He served a total of six years, two active duty and four years on reserve. He attended TVI for...
Esther M. Helweg
September 24, 2020
“I’ve had a wonderful life!” Those are the words we often heard from our Mom.
Esther Marie Helweg was born November 17, 1931 to William A. Farmer and Mary Farmer. She grew up in the Edgewood, NM area working in the bean fields of her family’s farm. She graduated from Stanley High School as valedictorian and was...
Richard Lee Lamphere
September 24, 2020
Richard Lee Lamphere, M.D. Dr. Lamphere was born on November 6, 1933, in Omaha, NE. He was the son of Kenneth and Lena Lamphere. He had two brothers, Kenneth and Donald, both of whom preceded him in death. He graduated from Midland Lutheran College in Freemont, NE and was accepted into The University of Nebraska College of Medicine in...
Joseph W. Finnie
September 24, 2020
Joseph W. Finnie, 66, beloved uncle, son, and brother, was called to his eternal resting place on Thursday, September 24, 2020. He entered this world on August 11, 1954 in Denver, CO, born to Joseph and Irene Finnie. He is survived by his sister, Kathryn Karcher; nieces, Ryann Fenimore, Rylea Birrenkott and husband, Mark Birrenkott, Randee Karcher; and great-nephew,...
S. Scott Herron
September 23, 2020
On September 23, 2020, Scott Herron of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family. Scott succumbed to a variety of illnesses she had fought bravely for years.
Scott is survived by her spouse, Louise; siblings, David and spouse Cassie, Patricia, Pam and spouse Sandy and Diana. She is also survived by in-laws,...
Thomas Nelson Fleming
September 23, 2020
Tom Fleming, born January 5, 1928 in Virginia, MN, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 23, 2020 at the age of 92. Tom was known for his love for anyone he met and being loved by anyone who met him. He served our country in the U.S. Navy during WWII as an inventory/supply specialist and an aircraft mechanic. He...
Betena Prescott
September 23, 2020
Betena (Tena) Prescott
June 9, 1932 - September 23, 2020
Tena survived her husband of 59 years, William R. Prescott; her daughter, Penni Sue Bourque; and son, Timothy R. Prescott.
She is survived by her sons, Dr. W. Bruce Prescott and Patrick M. Prescott. She has six grandchildren, William Prescott, Edward Prescott, Candice...
Major General H. Tom Taylor
September 23, 2020
Major General H. Tom Taylor, Jr., age 92, died peacefully surrounded by family on Wednesday, September 23, 2020. He is survived by the love of his life, Inge, wife of 66 years; and his two daughters, Dr. Sonja Taylor and husband, Andre Lang; Dinah Howland and husband, James Howland of Rye, NY; three grandchildren, Julia and husband, Shawn Curley,...
Edward Chauvin
September 23, 2020
Edward Chauvin, age 89, was called to his eternal resting place on Wednesday, September 23, 2020. He entered this world on June 4, 1931 in Plattsburgh, NY, born to Elmer and Jeanette Chauvin.
He is survived by his spouse, Peggy Dolan; his sister, Jane; and a sizable clan of children, stepchildren, grandkids, and great-grandkids, who all have...
Carlton James Pearl
September 22, 2020
Carlton J. Pearl was born on Saturday, July 25, 1942 in Menard, TX and has passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, September 22, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents LC. and Ellouise Pearl and numerous Aunts and Uncles. He is survived by his Husband, Greg A. Dumas of 30 years, and many cousins in NM...
A. Adams Lovekin
September 22, 2020
“I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.” Matthew 25:36
The Reverend Canon A. Adams Lovekin, Ph.D. passed into the arms of his Lord and Savior on September 22, 2020. Known fondly as “Father Ads,” he is remembered...
Caroline (Brentari) Beaumont
September 22, 2020
Caroline Brentari Beaumont passed away on Tuesday, September 22, 2020 in Albuquerque, NM. A native New Mexican, she was born to Dorothy Dean Smoak and John Andrew Brentari, Gallup, NM, Thursday, March 1, 1923. Caroline graduated from the University of New Mexico (UNM) in 1945 and became a teacher at Longfellow Elementary School in Albuquerque. Caroline married Edward C...
Ronald Jaye
September 21, 2020
Ronald Jaye, 83 years old a longtime resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico since 1975 passed away at home on Monday, September 21, 2020. He is survived by his spouse, Sally of Albuquerque; children, Laura and husband, Joe Cassata; grandchildren, Joey and Megan Cassata all of Buffalo, New York. He was preceded in death by his son, Peter Jaye. Ron...
Patricia Nekoranec
September 21, 2020
Patricia Nekoranec September 21, 2020 Patricia, our family’s example of love, passed away on Monday, September 21, 2020. She is a beloved wife of 73 years, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. She is survived by her husband, Joseph Nekoranec; children, Joseph and Allen Nekoranec, Jeanne Finfrock and Penny Brown; six grandchildren, Jacob, Patrick, and Grant Nekoranec, Howard, Matthew and...
Linda Marie Van Klompenberg
September 21, 2020
Linda Van Klompenberg, age 82, loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away Monday, September 21, 2020. Linda loved Bible study, volunteering at thrift stores and working in her yard. She also enjoyed making puzzles and playing scrabble with friends and family. She is survived by her husband, Lavern Van Klompenberg; her children, Julie De Groot (Tim De Groot),...



