Obituaries

Apr 18, 2019

Bunten, Daniel Lee Sr. Daniel Lee Bunten Sr., 86, left this realm to join his fellow NMSU Aggies and Albuquerque High School Bulldogs in the Great Football Field in the sky on Thursday, April 18, 2019. He is predeceased by his three older brothers, William, James, and Donald Bunten. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Mary Ann...

Apr 18, 2019

Maria (Mary) Georgina England (nee Cabrera), born September 9, 1923, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 17, 2019, in Albuquerque NM. She was born in Juana Diaz, PR to Felicita Rodriguez Colon and Candelario Cabrera.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 35 years, Albert Edward England, and her 12 siblings.

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Apr 18, 2019

Andy W. Railey, age 97, a dedicated father and husband, passed away Thursday, April 18, 2019. Andy was known for his woodworking skills and his love of the outdoors.

He is survived by his wife of 77 ½ years, Lois Railey; his children, Larry Railey (Mary Griego) and Pam Stearns (Gus Stearns); his grandchildren, Brett Railey, Steve...

Apr 18, 2019

Marilyn Turner Toler passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2019, after several months of increasing health issues.

Marilyn was born in El Paso, Illinois, on August 9, 1927, to Lillian and Stephen Turner. She graduated from Northwestern University and moved to Chicago, Illinois, where she worked at the department store of Carson Pirie & Scott and eventually...

Apr 18, 2019

Jennifer Norlander-Bowman, age 43, passed away April 17, 2019. Jennifer was preceded in death by her brother Russell Norlander. She is survived by her parents, Mark and Susie Norlander and her husband of 17 years, Steve Bowman. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, April 24, 2019, 2:00 p.m. at FRENCH- Wyoming.

Apr 18, 2019

Bernadine Bowling, of Albuquerque, passed on to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, April 18, 2019. Bernadine is survived by four children; Lydia Sue Moorhead, Carl, Mel, and Mike Bowling; grandchildren, Eric Moorhead and Scott Moorhead; great-grandchildren, Danica, Trent, Anaiya, and Breileigh Moorhead; brother, John Milton and wife, Tina. She was preceded in death by her husband,...

Apr 17, 2019

Michael S. Perkins, 76, passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2019, in Rio Rancho, NM. He is survived by his first wife, Caroline and current wife of 35 years, Dolores; sons, Troy and Paul Perkins; daughter, Leah Thayer; stepdaughters, Yvette Romero, and Judith Sakolosky; brother, Jerry Perkins and wife, Delores (Dee); and sister, Susan Traver. He was a grandfather to...

Apr 17, 2019

On Wednesday, April 17, 2019, Elisabeth Anne Mulkern, beloved wife and mother, passed away at age 53 after a brief battle with cancer. Elisabeth was born April 14, 1966 in Minneapolis, MN to William and Maureen (McNeive) Hedlund. She graduated from the University of Minnesota with a degree in Journalism in 1988 and worked in TV news. On May...

Apr 17, 2019

Lauriano (Larry) Lujan, age 89, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in Santa Fe, NM to Tobias Lujan and Gomancinda Montoya, who preceded him in death.  Larry fought in the Korean War and is a decorated veteran that received the Purple Heart Medal.  Larry was the first solider to return...

Apr 17, 2019

Eileen L. Gonzales, a long-time resident of the Albuquerque area, passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2019 in the comfort of her son’s home.

During Eileen’s long life she was fearless, full of spirit, quick witted and laughed wholeheartedly alongside her loved ones.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Miguel A. Gonzales; son,...

Apr 17, 2019

Jan Ramey Browning of Albuquerque, NM passed away April 17, 2019 at age 63. She was born March 3, 1956 in Hobbs, NM. She held a B.A. in Music Education from West Texas University (now West Texas A&M) and a M.S. in Ministry from Pepperdine University. Jan had three loves in life. Her first was her husband, Jim Browning,...

Apr 17, 2019

Eva G.Timmons, 87, of Bosque Farms, entered Heaven’s gates on Wednesday, April 17, 2019. She is survived by her husband of 68 years, Walter E. Timmons; her children; Richard Timmons (Joanne) and Vickie Cook (Russell). She was a proud grandmother to seven grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren. Her sisters Betty Howard, Ruby Martin and Charlene Campbell and brother James Mann...

Apr 16, 2019

Mary Garcia of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2019. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Apr 16, 2019

Ja-Zay Simpson, 10, beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, and cousin, was called to his eternal resting place Tuesday, April 16, 2019. He entered this world Sunday, November 2, 2008, born to Lakesha Chaney and James Simpson, in Albuquerque, NM.

Ja-Zay was the essence of joyfulness and life. He touched the lives of so many; he was the...

Apr 16, 2019

Robert "Bob" Elks, age 70, passed away at home on Tuesday, April 16, 2019, in his wife's arms. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Elks; son, Edward Elks of Albuquerque,; step-daughters, Pamela and husband, Daniel Saul of Lacey, WA and, Michelle and husband, Miguel Martinez of Fairfax, VA; granddaughters, Caitlin, Emily, and Vanessa; grandsons, Andrew, Donovan, and Aidan;...

Apr 16, 2019

Irene Louise Ellis Gunby was born January 23, 1931 in Hot Springs, AR and passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2019 in Albuquerque at the age of 88.  She was the daughter of the late Davie Dee Ellis and Florence Beatrice Nichols.  She grew up in Compton, CA where her father owned a small grocery store.  She graduated from Roosevelt...

Apr 16, 2019

Margaret May Galloway, born on April 7, 1938, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 16, 2019. Born and raised in Massachusetts by her parents, Ralph and Dolly (nee Rooney) Porter, Peg graduated from Boston College. Peg married her beloved husband, Lt. Col. (Ret.) John C. Galloway (deceased) on June 10, 1962.

Peg is survived by...

Apr 15, 2019

Wayne A. White age, 87, of Rio Rancho passed away on Monday, April 15, 2019. He was born in Albion, NE on Monday, March 14, 1932 to John and Eva (Sallach) White. He is survived by his wife, Joan; and four children.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday April 23, 2019, 10:00 a.m., at...

Apr 15, 2019

It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that we announce the passing of a man who was a beloved brother, a respected figure in the community, and a district court judge for 26 years.  Albert Spencer “Pat” Murdoch passed away suddenly from cardiac complications April 15, 2019. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Apr 15, 2019

Christian Albert Smith “Haebauhdee-Zhoh”, age 31, started his journey to the Creator on Monday, April 15, 2019.

He was born in Santa Fe, NM to his loving parents, Cecilia Redd and Ervin Smith.  He’s a member of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe and the oldest of four children. He grew up in Valencia County and...