John David Schmelzer

John David Schmelzer

Jan 26, 2019

John David Schmelzer, 87, of Rio Rancho entered eternal life Saturday, January 26, 2019.  Dave, as he was known to family and friends, was born in Delphos, OH on Monday, November 30, 1931 to Bertha E. Raabe and Linus H. Schmelzer.  Dave proudly served in the Army during the Korean War. In 1985 he retired as a...

Virginia Lee Russo

Virginia Lee Russo

Jan 25, 2019

Virginia Russo of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away on Jan 25, 2019. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Beatrice "Bea" Romero

Beatrice "Bea" Romero

Jan 25, 2019

Beatrice "Bea" Romero, 88, long time resident of Albuquerque, formerly of Mora, NM, was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on Friday, January 25, 2019.

She is survived by her children, Julie Romero Montoya, Milnor Jacob Romero and wife, Laura, Jeanette Orosco and husband, Octaviano, and Joyce Chavarria and husband, Leroy; grandchildren, Frank Romero, Michael Montoya and...

Ronald James McLaughlin

Ronald James McLaughlin

Jan 25, 2019

Ronald J. McLaughlin ,69, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, January 25, 2019.

He was born in Farmington, NM in 1949 to the late James McLaughlin and Edith New McLaughlin. Ronald graduated from Farmington High School and attended Eastern New Mexico University. He was a proud member of Sigma Chi fraternity. He moved to Albuquerque where...

Margaret A. (Naranjo)  Barela

Margaret A. (Naranjo) Barela

Jan 25, 2019

Margaret Barela, age 94, a dedicated and beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away Friday, January 25, 2019 after a short illness. Margaret was known for her green thumb. She loved plants and she loved garage sales, and she was our Garage Sale Queen! Margaret loved to help her daughter-in-law and son at their greenhouses and was passionate about...

Carol Ann Stoller

Carol Ann Stoller

Jan 25, 2019

Carol Ann Stoller, Albuquerque, NM, died Friday, January 25, 2019 at the age of 65. She was born November 7, 1953 in Green Bay, Wisconsin to Vernon and Ceil Stoller, both of whom predeceased her in death. She was the middle child between two brothers, Jim and Alan, who survive her. She is further survived by many aunts, uncles...

Julia T. Aragon

Julia T. Aragon

Jan 25, 2019

Julie T. Aragon, age 85, our devoted mother, our family’s rock, loved by her husband, children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends, passed away Friday, January 25, 2019. Julie was known for her quiet kindness, cooking and open arms of love to all. Julie’s whole life was her love for her family. Julie enjoyed ceramics and quilting. Julie...

Rose (Glovinsky)  Cosden

Rose (Glovinsky) Cosden

Jan 25, 2019

Rose Cosden, 89, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother died peacefully in her sleep on January 25, 2019, following an extended illness. She was born on May 18, 1929, in New York, NY, to Benjamin and Ella Glovinsky, both of whom had emigrated from Russia. Rose valued education, graduating from Hunter College and obtaining a Master’s degree in special...

Mary Joy (Maestas)  Garcia-Manning

Mary Joy (Maestas) Garcia-Manning

Jan 24, 2019

Joy Garcia-Manning, age 97, went home to be with her heavenly Father on Thursday, January 24, 2019.

Joy, the daughter, of Leandro and Beatriz Maestas, was born in Pueblo, Colorado.  The family moved to New Mexico shortly thereafter.

She was a beloved mother, a loving grandmother, a devoted wife,...

Elaine N. Steele

Elaine N. Steele

Jan 24, 2019

Elaine N. Steele, 92, beloved mother, passed away on January 24, 2019. She was born on September 19, 1926, in Norphlet, AR. She is survived by her son, Gary, and his wife Kristine; her daughter, Kim; and her twin grandsons, Carson and Connor, who lovingly called her Gigi. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Walter, of...

Benedetto Fontana

Benedetto Fontana

Jan 23, 2019

Benedetto Fontana passed away on Jan 23, 2019. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Andrew Atanacio Romero

Andrew Atanacio Romero

Jan 23, 2019

Andrew Romero, father, partner, brother, friend, uncle, competitor, mentor, traveler, carnivore, consumer of large amounts of food, and terrible singer passed away suddenly on, January 23, 2019.  He was full of life and adventure. Andrew was born on September 19, 1965 in Los Alamos, New Mexico. The youngest of four siblings, his youth was surrounded by family and friends....

Ruby Sanders

Ruby Sanders

Jan 23, 2019

Ruby Sanders, 91, beloved wife and mother, died peacefully at home on January 23, 2019.

She entered this world on December 20, 1927 in Espanola, NM, born to Flavio and Petronila Montoya.  She is survived by her sons, John, Dennis, Roger and Glen. Ruby was predeceased by her loving husband, John R. and her daughter, Denise. Ruby...

Rita Martinez

Rita Martinez

Jan 23, 2019

Rita Martinez, age 69, passed away January 23, 2019.

She is survived by her siblings, Cornelio, Patrick, Alex and John Padilla and Julia Ainslow and Helen Sanchez; and her two dogs, Molly and Thunder.

Memorial Services will be held Saturday, January 26, 2019, 10:00 a.m., at FRENCH – Westside. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions...

John Orville Groves

John Orville Groves

Jan 22, 2019

John O. Groves, Jr., age 95, passed away on January 22, 2019 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

John was the beloved father of Peggy Whitmore and beloved father-in-law of Kevin Whitmore, both of Albuquerque.  He was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Martha Churchill Groves.

John was an avid...

Joan E. Pratt

Joan E. Pratt

Jan 21, 2019

Joan Pratt, age 79, passed from this world to a better place on January 21, 2019, to join her husband and friends who have been waiting for the final member of their pinochle group. She entered this world on December 30, 1939 in New London. Joan was married to her husband, Clesson Jr., for 45 years and pursued her...

Iver Joseph Rudi

Iver Joseph Rudi

Jan 21, 2019

Iver Rudi of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away on Jan 21, 2019. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Ethan Samuel Simon

Ethan Samuel Simon

Jan 21, 2019

Ethan Samuel Simon, 45, Albuquerque attorney and beloved father, passed away on January 21, 2019. He is survived by his children, Joshua, Zoey, and Shea Simon; parents, Elisa and Toby Simon; sister, Michelle Simon; and former wife, Nina Simon; as well as nephews, Judah and Jacob Simon; aunt and uncle, Marla and Mitchell Edelstein; and cousins. He was predeceased...

Glenda J. (Barber)  Trehern

Glenda J. (Barber) Trehern

Jan 21, 2019

Glenda Trehern (Nana), 78, beloved wife, mom, nana and heart and soul of the family, went home to the Lord on Monday, January 21, 2019. Nana was known for being a happy, positive, vivacious, loving, caring, giving, selfless woman. She took pride in putting her family first, and was a strong, hardworking, self-motivated, knowledgeable business woman while...

Janice Kay Schroeder

Janice Kay Schroeder

Jan 20, 2019

Janice Kay Schroeder, age 72, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend passed away on January 20, 2019.

She is survived by her husband, Don Schroeder; her daughters, Mindy and Amy; sons-in-law, Lee and Dale; sisters, Cindy, Sue and Shelley; grandchildren, Kayla, Tyler, Tate, and Hailey.  Jan will forever be in our hearts and...