Aug 29, 2017

Bessie Jane Dial Rich passed away on August 29, 2017. She was born in Pampa, TX on September 12, 1915, daughter of James Laffette Richardson and Mettie Lee Ballard Richardson of Friona, TX. Bessie was the 9th child and survived all her 11 brothers and sisters. She was married to Byron S. Dial in 1936. They are survived by...

Aug 28, 2017

Amalia G. Ott passed away at the age of 85 on August 28, 2017.

She was born to the late Maria Flores Guzman, and Ygnacio Guzman on June 1, 1932 in Santa Ana, California. Amalia resided in California, Arkansas, and in New Mexico. She was a dedicated mom, enthusiastic club member, whose landscaping hobby produced an oasis...

Aug 28, 2017

Frank J. Benavidez, age 72, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, joined his mother, Ramona Benavidez, in heaven on Monday, August 28, 2017. His wife, Frances, son, John and wife, Gina, daughter, Danette and husband, Ryan Ortega, Sr., son, Francisco, grandson, Raymond Benavidez, and granddaughter, Ramona Ortega were at his bedside.

He was a proud grandfather of eight...

Aug 28, 2017

Frances “Frankie” Knaack, 86, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2017. She was born August 19, 1931 in Chicago, IL, born to Guy and Ann Richards (Nelson). She is preceded in death by her husband, Bert Knaack; her sisters, Marilyn Shimkus and Joan Bourget; and her grandson, Nicholas Gonzales. She is survived by her daughters,...

Aug 28, 2017

Orlando A. Lopez, 96, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Monday, August 28, 2017. He is survived by his wife, Clarita (Clara) Lopez; daughters, Berlinda Lopez-Rabe, and Theresa Lopez; nine grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; and sixteen great-great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sisters, Matilde Otero, and Alice Uribe; brothers, Victor, Damon, and Meliton Lopez; as well...

Aug 28, 2017

Erika Valentina Rund, 91, died peacefully in her sleep at her daughter’s home on August 28, 2017. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilbur (Bud) Rund; her mother, Jael Wilhelm, both of Okarche, OK; and sister, Sonja Wilhelm, of Albuquerque, NM. She is survived by her daughter, Gina Shaw; son-in-law, Joe Shaw; two granddaughters, Romy Keegan and...

Aug 28, 2017

Carolyn T. Ortega, 86, passed away August 28, 2017 after a very brief illness with members of her family by her side.

She is survived by her children, Amanda McNeese and husband, David, David Ortega and wife, Kay, Anna Ortega and husband, Gerald Greenhouse and Paul Ortega; grandchildren, Mike and wife, Wendy, Leisa and husband, Jay, Carly...

Aug 27, 2017

Arthur Russell Thompson Jr., 69, passed away August 27, 2017. Russ is survived by his wife of 33 years, Brenda Thompson; sister, Mary Ann Thompson Schaff and husband, Dennis; and brother, Roger Thompson. He is also survived by Karen Costa; Monty and wife, Carol Flynn; grandchildren, Luc Flynn, Kendra Peck, Jessica Peck Chittenden and husband, Brandon; niece, Jennifer Thompson...

Aug 27, 2017

John L. “Jack” Miller, 83, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, died peacefully in his sleep August 27, 2017. Jack was born January 3, 1934 in Brighton, Colorado to Marian (Anfang) and Joseph Miller, who preceded him in death. Jack graduated from Brighton High School, where he played football as right-end for the “Bulldogs.” After graduation, Jack enlisted in the...

Aug 27, 2017

Edythe Augusta Lake was born to Elma and Gus Scroggs on November 10, 1923 in Bogalusa, LA. Our dear mother was called home to be with Jesus on Sunday, August 27, 2017. Edythe had two siblings, Charles Scroggs and Betty Woods, who preceded her in death. Edythe married Gerald Hunton Lake on November 11, 1945 in New Orleans, LA....

Aug 26, 2017

Mariano Barela, 89, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, August 26, 2017, while surrounded by his loving family. He was born March 13, 1928 in Los Ranchos, NM. He was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Felicita “Phyllis” Barela, and his parents, Manuel Barela and Placida Martinez. Mariano is survived by his son, Manny...

Aug 26, 2017

Eleanor Gaynor Kinzer, 87, our beloved mother, grandma and "GG", left this world to be with her Heavenly Father on August 26, 2017.  She was so loved and cherished by her family and friends... "GG" will be sorely missed!

Eleanor is survived by her son, John D. Kinzer (Marcie), of Albuquerque; daughter, Mary...

Aug 26, 2017

Joe Fuentes, 77, beloved husband and father, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on August 26, 2017. He was born September 14, 1939 in Roswell, New Mexico to Joe and Emelia Fuentes. He is survived by his wife, Julia Fuentes; his son, Christopher Fuentes (Stella); his daughter, Kathy Underwood (Don Hall); his son, LeRoy Fuentes (Dena); six grandchildren,...

Aug 25, 2017

Dakota William Powell, a young, tall, handsome man, all heart and all talent, succumbed to a long term illness on Friday, August 25, 2017.    Dakota graduated from the George School in Newtown, PA in 2009 and attended Colorado College where he majored in Business and Economics.  During a school break he enrolled in a glass blowing class in Albuquerque,...

Aug 24, 2017

Lawrence T. Garcia, age 57, beloved son, brother, uncle, was called to his eternal resting place on August 24, 2017. He entered this world on September 4, 1959 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He is survived by his mother and father, Theresa and Larry Garcia; sister, Terri Garcia-Hanoumis and husband, Greg; brother, Steven Garcia, and wife, Renee; nieces and nephews,...

Aug 24, 2017

Anita Wolleson, 90, beloved mother, was called to her eternal resting place on August 24, 2017. She entered this world on January 29, 1927 in Mokane, MO, born to Montegue and Ethel Beamon. She is survived by her son, David Wolleson (Gloria Sanchez); daughter, Patti Wolleson (Frank Frederick); daughter, Pamela Bates (Michael Bates); son, William Wolleson; seven grandchildren and...

Aug 24, 2017

Randy Whelan passed away after a long illness with dementia. She enjoyed antiquing and worked as a computer analyst at the University of New Mexico. She is survived by her husband, Don, and her daughter, Trish. She is also survived by many family members and friends. The family would like to thank Casa de Paz Assisted Living for their...

Aug 23, 2017

Rachel Reinsvold, 36, beloved wife, mother and friend, passed away surrounded by family and friends on August 23, 2017, after a valiant battle with cancer. She is survived by her husband, David Reinsvold; daughters, Emma and Lily; father, Rafael Velez; mother, Linda Velez; brother, David Velez and aunt, Lisa Velez-Yocum. Rachel entered this world on July 3, 1981 in...

Aug 23, 2017

Aug 23, 2017

Steve Hillerman, 59, died peacefully from cancer Tuesday, August 23, 2017 at his Albuquerque home. Steve was known for his passions: his love of NASCAR, his devotion to the Pittsburgh Steelers, his loving care for his cats, his happy trips to Hawaii, and, especially, his deep, life-long affection for his nieces and nephews. A long-time Albuquerque resident, Steve attended...