Obituaries

Nov 13, 2018

Patricia Ann Jones Heggem, born in Thoreau, NM on July 2, 1928, passed away on November 13, 2018 at age 90. She was the only living sibling of seven children born to Homer C. Jones and Marguerite (Maxwell) Jones. Pat’s husband of 65 years, Paul E. Heggem, preceded her in death. She is survived by her son, Ronald P....

Nov 13, 2018

Andrew Chavez, 51, went to meet our Lord November 13, 2018, after a valiant battle with ALS.

He is survived by his wife of 12 years, Lynnelle; his children, Aurelleia and Talon; his father, Pablo Chavez; his sisters, Polly Gutierrez and husband Martin, Monica Chavez and husband Dave Brawn and Ramona Chavez; his Goddaughter, Ariana...

Nov 13, 2018

Marilyn (Lynn) M. Dibler Leigh, a resident of Albuquerque since 1969, passed away November 13, 2018 at the age of 94.

Born July 3, 1924 in Woodstock, IL, daughter of Rose Vogel and George Henry Dibler.  Marilyn was raised by her paternal grandparents, Mary and Lincoln Dibler after the death of her birth mother.  She...

Nov 12, 2018

Kathryn “Katie” Robinson, 88, left this world on November 12th, 2018. Born May 23, 1930 to Grover and Marie Lacer of Bucklin, MO Katie was the sixth of seven children. Married to Bernard Robinson on November 24, 1948 in Marceline, MO at age 18. She and Bernard had 2 children, David Lee and Barbara prior to transplanting to Albuquerque...

Nov 12, 2018

Carlina Moore, age 94, beloved mother, grandmother, wife and friend passed away peacefully on November 12, 2018.  Carlina was known for her boundless energy and joy of life and the pleasure she brought to everyone she touched.  As Presbyterian Hospital’s manager of retail, Carlina was the heart and soul behind the hospital’s major expansion of its gift shops and...

Nov 11, 2018

Caroline Brown, age 85, passed away, surrounded by love, at her home in Echo Canyon, Albuquerque, New Mexico, on November 11, 2018. Caroline was born on November 4, 1933 in Brooklyn, New York.

The youngest daughter to her parents who immigrated from Sweden in the 1920s, her family moved to Miller Place, Long...

Nov 11, 2018

Betty E. Polallis, 85, died November 11, 2018. She is survived by her husband, George; daughters, Lisa Polallis (Kim Pace) and Sharon Polallis; granddaughter, April McClelland; and grandson, Daniel Fellows. Private Services will be held at Santa Fe National Cemetery. For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to thelittlestangelsgowns.com , 1-402-415-8167.

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Nov 10, 2018

March 4, 1950 – November 10, 2018

John B. Moulton passed away on November 10, 2018, at the age of 68.   A dedicated runner, he passed away while running near UNM.  He is survived by his siblings, Pamela Moulton, Merion Estes, Roger Moulton, Lizzie Moulton; and stepmother, Harriet Moulton.  He is also survived by his ex-partner, Karen...

Nov 10, 2018

Linda Hagedorn, 67, was called to her eternal resting place on November 10, 2018. She entered this world on March 2, 1951 in Las Vegas, NM, born to William and Faye Hagedorn. She was preceded in death by her faithful companion, Ron Campbell and her dogs, King and Bonnie. She is survived by her aunt and uncle,...

Nov 10, 2018

John Sanchez, age 70, past Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus St. Magdalene of Canossa Council 14920. Past Faithful Navigator of Holy Child Assembly 3282. Founding Member of Pope St. John Paul II Assembly 3773, passed away Saturday, November 10, 2018.

He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Terry; his children, July and Jeff...

Nov 10, 2018

Glinnie Sue Thompson, known as “Sue” by all that knew her, aged 85, went to be with the Lord on November 10, 2018 in Rio Rancho, NM. Sue was born on January 24, 1933 in Anniston, Alabama. Sue married her husband of 53 years, David Thompson, on May 23, 1952. Sue was an Air Force wife,...

Nov 10, 2018

Irene Maez,  (aka Grandma and Tía), age 96, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on November 10, 2018.

Irene was the matriarch of the Santiago family, and her family was her passion and delight.  Her cooking was the way of her bringing family together, and her sense of humor was undeniably...

Nov 9, 2018

Raymond Joseph Mitnik, 99, of Albuquerque, NM, died peacefully November 9, 2018. He was born March 22, 1919 in Buffalo, NY to parents, Eli Mitnik and Besie Mitnik (Lepp). Ray was a U.S. veteran serving in WWII. He started out as a cooper in Lawrenceburg, IN then later moved to New York where he built apartment buildings in the...

Nov 9, 2018

William ("Bill") Luther Carpenter,77, loving Husband, Father and Friend, was called to his eternal resting place on November 9, 2018. He was born July 5, 1941 in Albuquerque, NM, to Charles and Beryl Carpenter. Bill lived a life centered on his faith in the Lord, his family and his many lasting friendships. His love of life was evident in...

Nov 9, 2018

Espirdion Luis "Louis" Abeyta, 80, passed away peacefully in his Albuquerque, NM home with his family by his side on November 9, 2018. Louis was born on May 7, 1938, to Eduardo and Carolina Abeyta in Puerto De Luna, NM. He is survived by his companion, Betty Sharpe; daughters, Louise Harvey and husband, Richard of Colorado Springs, CO, Christine...

Nov 8, 2018

Kathy Baca passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Thursday, November 8, 2018.

She is survived by her son, David Baca; father, John Heckler; sister, Mary Valencia; brothers, John and wife, Donna, David and wife, Dorothy and Brian; as well as many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her...

Nov 8, 2018

Norman J. Elliott, 93, Albuquerque, NM, passed away peacefully at Coronado Villa Retirement Resort on November 8, 2018, with his loving wife, Aida, by his side. Norman was born June 19, 1925, to Ivan A. Elliott and Malen (Stinson) Elliott in their home in Carmi, Illinois.  He graduated from Carmi High School in 1943 then immediately joined the U.S...

Nov 7, 2018

Seth Merlin Kraus passed away November 7, 2018. Friends and family may visit Sunday, November 11, 2018, from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. and Monday, November 12, 2018, from 9:30 a.m. until 10:45 a.m., both at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 18 County Rd (2 blocks south of 1-40), Edgewood, NM 87015. Funeral Services will be...

Nov 6, 2018

Col. Lucius G. Bryant, Jr., who went by “Lu” or “L.G.,” was born in Douglas, Georgia, on August 11, 1928, and died peacefully in Albuquerque on November 6, 2018, at the age of 90. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Ula (Jo), and two children, son Robert of Austin, TX, and daughter Bonnie of Albuquerque. He...

Nov 6, 2018

Jesse James Watson, age 59, dearly beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away on Tuesday, November 6, 2018. He was larger than life and lived it to the fullest. He loved flying with his son, visiting his daughter’s preschool, mid-morning talks with Kasey, spending time with friends and telling stories to everyone. Most recently, as Grandpa, he loved playing...