Albert L. Grubesic
Oct 28, 2018
Albert L. Grubesic died peacefully in Albuquerque, on October 28, 2018 with his family by his side. Born on April 3, 1928 in Dawson, New Mexico, he was the youngest of seven children. After his father was injured in a coal mining accident, the family moved to Albuquerque. Albert attended Albuquerque High and was a four-sport letterman. He was...
Dr. John F. Phelan
Oct 27, 2018
Dr. John F. Phelan, 89, beloved father, brother, grandfather and great-grandfather, was called to his eternal resting place on October 27, 2018. He entered this world on June 29, 1929 in Albuquerque, NM, born to John K. Phelan, a dentist and Helene (Earnhart) Phelan, blessed with a beautiful life.
Dr. Jack Phelan was predeceased by his parents,...
Patrick Charles Melloy
Oct 27, 2018
Patrick Charles Melloy (Charles), a resident of Albuquerque, NM for 66 years, died October 27, 2018. He was preceded in death by his son, Thomas Melloy; his brother, Robert Melloy; and his parents, Raymond and Christina Melloy. He is survived by his wife, Jean Melloy; daughter, Colleen Melloy; sons, William Melloy and Patrick Melloy; and grandchildren, Thomas Melloy, Benjamin...
Steven A. Whitworth
Oct 26, 2018
Steven A. Whitworth, age 54, born in Albuquerque, NM, entered heaven October 26, 2018 in Pittsburgh, PA. Steve is survived by his wife of 32 years Rebecca (Monroe) Whitworth of Cranberry Township, PA; his parents, Ed and Dianne Whitworth of Edgewood, NM; brother, Keith and sister-in-law, Jaree; niece, Kayla Rogers and husband, Ben; nephew, Cory Whitworth; and...
Josephine Olason (Olason) Bachand
Oct 26, 2018
Josephine Olason Bachand, 97, resident of Albuquerque since 1948, passed away on October 26, 2018. Jo was an amazing artist, painting many original pieces and very involved with The Rosemalers of NM. She was also a great lover of all crafts, making projects for friends, family and charities. She also loved her plants and tending her yard. She was...
Karen Faye Crespin
Oct 26, 2018
Karen Faye Crespin, 75, of Albuquerque passed away Friday, October 26, 2018 at home surrounded by family. She was born on December 18, 1942 in Wichita, KS. Karen lived a wonderful life as a caring mother to her children, a loving sister to her siblings and an amazing wife to her late husband, Max. She enjoyed spending time with...
Addie M. Raines
Oct 26, 2018
Addie Raines of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away on Oct 26, 2018. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.
Mary Louise Parkes
Oct 26, 2018
Mary Louise Parkes entered her eternal home on Friday, October 26, 2018 after a long illness. She is preceded in death by her husband, Harry L. Parkes, her daughter, Frances Marie, her grandson, Chad Jerome Cook, her parents, T. Francis and Lila O’Rourke, her sisters, Norma Hay and Carol Baynes, and her brother, Patrick O’Rourke. She is survived by...
James Auster Alexander
Oct 26, 2018
James Alexander, age 76, of Rio Rancho, New Mexico passed away on October 26, 2018. A Memorial Service will be Tuesday, November 6, 10:00 a.m. at FRENCH - Rio Rancho.
A Graveside Service will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery, 501 Guadalupe St. Santa Fe, NM at 2:15 p.m.
Jean (Bell) Brown
Oct 26, 2018
Jean Brown, 78, beloved Mother, Sister, Grandmother was called to her eternal resting place on October 26, 2018. She entered this world on August 10, 1940 in Portales, NM. born to Herbert and Bessie Bell. She is proceeded in death by husband, Lean Brown; parents, Bessie and Bill Malloy, Dale Bell; siblings, Mona Towler, Eddie Malloy and Patsy Seals,...
JoAnn (Campbell) Griego
Oct 26, 2018
JoAnn Griego, 69. Our beloved wife, mother, and grandmother passed away on October 26, 2018. She was born October 1, 1949 in Barstow, California, to George and Sarah Campbell. She is survived by her husband, Phil; children, DeAnn (husband, Kevin), Philip (wife, Dolores), and Dyann; grandchildren, Kaitlin, Brittany, and Epie; great-grandchild, Serenity Hope; mother, Sarah; and sister, Dorothy. She...
Sharon Klafke
Oct 26, 2018
Sharon Eraine Klafke passed away on October 26, 2018 at the age of 69.
She was born in Clovis, NM the daughter of Bobby and Gerda Poling. She is survived by her husband, John Klafke and grandson, Triston; sisters, Penny Bliss and family of San Antonio, Texas, Tuuri Sanders and family of El Paso, Texas, Betty Gikas...
Mary Jane Demas
Oct 26, 2018
Mary J. Demas passed away peacefully on Friday, October 26, 2018, the conclusion of a vibrant 98-year life span. Born on October 2, 1920 to James Hotis and Evarista Samaripa Hotis in El Paso, Texas, she enjoyed a life that encompassed a professional career, raising a family, volunteer work, and activities in the political arena. Trained as a hair...
Lisa M. (Stratton) Kunsman
Oct 25, 2018
Lisa M. Kunsman
On October 25, Lisa M. Kunsman, 61, of Albuquerque ended her earthly life. She fought a brave fight against cancer for nearly a year but ultimately succumbed to pneumonia. She died in the tender embraces of her family. She was born in Okinawa on August 17, 1957 where her father, an Air Force lifer,...
Betty Jane Adkins
Oct 25, 2018
Betty Adkins, 87, formally of Johnstown, PA, died October 25, 2018 at Spanish Trails Nursing Home in Albuquerque, New Mexico after a long illness.
Betty was born November 26, 1930 in Everson, PA to Alex and Alice (Nassar) Dayoob. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Dwight O. Adkins; daughter, Carol Adkins;...
Barbara Jane (Kirby) Vandenberg
Oct 24, 2018
Barbara J. Kirby-Vandenberg, age 73, of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully October 24, 2018. She is survived by her brother, Richard Kirby and wife, Gail; two sons, Kevin Cunningham and Darrell Vandenberg; one daughter, Kimberly Medrano; and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Morses R. Kirby; mother, Bonnie M. Kirby; and...
Jean Buckner Valentine
Oct 24, 2018
Our sweet mother, Jean Valentine, age 91, passed away surrounded by friends and family October 24, 2018. She was known for her interest in environmental activism and for the love of her family and children. Jean assisted in establishing KQED - one of the first educational television stations; she volunteered with the Kennedy election; participated fully in the civil...
William "Bill" B. Fowler
Oct 24, 2018
William B. “Bill” Fowler, 88, passed away on Wednesday, October 24, 2018.
His childhood friends knew him as “Billy” and his many employees over the years know him as “Mr. Bill.” Bill was born on April 24, 1930 in his beloved hometown of Willard, NM. Some of his favorite years were spent working on his...
Pamela Lee Maki
Oct 24, 2018
Pamela Lee Maki (née Dechon), 65, went to meet her Lord, October 24, 2018, after a long battle with cancer. Pamela was a fighter right to the end. Her spirit and love will always be remembered. Hearts will never heal from the loss of such a beloved and devoted sister, friend, and "Auntie Pam" as some knew her.
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Betty-Mae Hartman
Oct 24, 2018
Betty-Mae Hartman passed away on October 24, 2018.
She was born on December 7, 1920 to Leopold and Beatrice Ilfeld Meyer. Other than for college and time away with her husband during WWII she was a life-long resident of Albuquerque. She married Leonard Hartman in 1943. They were a great team. Leonard passed...