Jun 4, 2017

Francisco (Frankie, Frank) Ortiz, age 74, beloved father; the BEST grandpa ever; the man, the myth, the legend; brother; uncle; cousin, and friend, passed away on June 4, 2017. Frank was known for his love, kindness, and humor. He was so passionate about his family, his church, and those Lobos. He liked to travel (he didn’t take...

Jun 4, 2017

Shirley A. Cowder (English), age 80, a resident of Rio Rancho and Albuquerque since 1992, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 4, 2017.

She is survived by her husband of 17 years, Ashley Cowder of Albuquerque; children, Kevin English and wife, Lorie, of Kennesaw, GA, and Julie Morrison and husband, Robert, of Albuquerque; two grandchildren, Andrew Morrison...

Jun 3, 2017

Bertha B.Felland, age 76, passed away on June 3, 2017 in Albuquerque, NM, surrounded by family. She was born July 26, 1940 in Fort Defiance, AZ to Peter and Bernice Bowman.

Bertha attended her early education at Bonita Canyon Public School. Her schooling continued at Navajo Methodist Mission School in Farmington, NM. She graduated in 1964. She...

Jun 3, 2017

Dr. John Neufeld, 90 years old, who loved the Lord Jesus, went to be with Him on Saturday, June 3, 2017.  He was brought up in Winnipeg Manitoba in a Mennonite family and community.  He studied Medicine and received his doctorate there.  Upon graduating in 1953 he married his sweetheart Lena Luisa Janzen.  He did his residency in Obstetrics...

Jun 3, 2017

Frances Meserschmidt, 93, beloved mother and grandmother, was called to her eternal resting place on June 3, 2017. She entered this world on March 8, 1924 in Omaha, NE, born to James and Anna Pechac. She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Robert George Meserschmidt. She is survived by her daughter, Susan Sharp (son-in-law, Michael...

Jun 3, 2017

John “Papa” Bridges, 78, passed away on Saturday evening, June 3, 2017 at the Presbyterian Rust Medical Center in Rio Rancho, surrounded by his family.

He will be dearly missed by his beloved wife of 52 years, Donna Bridges, and his large loving family of five brothers, two sisters, five children, 16 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren as...

Jun 3, 2017

Zuni, Christine Cata

Christine Cata Zuni, 95, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, went home to the Lord on June 3, 2017, in her place of residency at the Retreat Gardens in Rio Rancho. Her Tewa name was Quah Povi, and she was known by many as Povi.

Povi was preceded in death by...

Jun 3, 2017

Bill Wood, longtime New Mexico banker, age 77, died on Saturday, June 3, 2017. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Dorothy (Wilcher) Wood; and brothers, James and Douglas Wood. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Wynne (Edwards) Wood; daughters, Jennifer Wood Bartelt and Susie Wood Harris; a grandson, Christopher ...

Jun 3, 2017

George Brilla, age 69, retired Air Force SMSGT, passed away on June 3, 2017 after a long battle with multiple illnesses.

He retired after proudly serving almost 25 years in the United States Air Force at bases all around the world. George is survived by his wife, Marie; his children, Miraflor and Jennifer, husband Chris; and grandchildren,...

Jun 2, 2017

Mark was born on October 20, 1947 in Minneapolis Minnesota, to Kenneth and Carmel (Spano) Harlan the fourth of five children. He attended St. Charles Borromeo Catholic elementary school followed by high school at St. John’s Seminary in Collegeville, MN. He went on to earn a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Minnesota and then an MA and PhD...

Jun 2, 2017

Johnny "JJ" Jimenez passed this life on June 2, 2017, after a courageous battle on many fronts.

He lived life fully when he had this health. But, he struggled against overwhelming health difficulties to be a fully-alive person. His struggle encouraged many.

JJ was born to Juan and Maria Jimenez in their home in Santa...

Jun 2, 2017

Margery Ann Hetsler Page of Albuquerque, NM passed away on June 2, 2017 at the age of 96.

On September 15, 1920 Margery was born to Lloyd M. and Beatrice Endinger Hetsler in Ashland, OH. Margery had a wonderful childhood and loved recounting stories of her escapades growing up in a small college town including, ‘ seeing...

Jun 1, 2017

Lorraine J. Carroll, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away on June 1, 2017.  She is now enjoying a glorious reunion with family and friends who have gone on before her.  The heavens are brighter with her arrival.

Lorraine was born on July 9, 1935 in a small mountain cabin in Apex, Colorado.  The family moved...

Jun 1, 2017

Lt. Col. Charles E. Harrell, USAF, Ret, passed away on Thursday, June 1, 2017 surrounded by his loving family and close friends.

He was born in Raleigh, NC on September 5, 1929. Charles is survived by his wife of 53 years, Carol; two children, Charles Harrell Jr. and Kathleen Perlinski and husband, Anthony; sisters, Jean Raynor of...

Jun 1, 2017

Treviso, Michael Joseph

Beloved son, brother, fiancé, and friend, Michael Joseph Treviso, age 34, a true gift to all our lives, passed away suddenly Thursday, June 1, 2017, after being treated three weeks and three days in the hospital for a rare form of colon cancer.  Born in Albuquerque on July 22, 1982, as a young boy,...

May 31, 2017

Raymond Guertin of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away on May 31, 2017. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

May 31, 2017

Grace Salic, 93, beloved sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt, was called home to Heaven on May 31, 2017. She was born on October 16, 1923 to Leslie and Cluda Mitchell. She was welcomed to Heaven by her mother, father, brother, beloved husband, Steven and son, Ray. She is survived by her two sisters, Sally Smith and...

May 31, 2017

Filomena Griego, 90, beloved mother and grandmother, was called to her eternal resting place on May 31, 2017 in the house where she was born on May 19, 1927 in Albuquerque, NM. She is survived by her daughter Margarita Haury, daughter Clara Kilcup and husband Glen, granddaughters Madeleine and Emma Kilcup, as well as numerous family and friends....

May 31, 2017

Aragon, Jennie Sylvia

Jennie Aragon, 87, a warm and loving individual passed away May 31, 2017, leaving this world and entering a better one. Jennie was born and grew up in Socorro, NM surrounded by love and seven other siblings.

She was preceded in death by her father, Pete V. Romero; her mother, Julianita H....

May 30, 2017

Flora P. Heckman, 85, dedicated wife, mother and grandmother, passed peacefully on May 30, 2017 surrounded by her loved ones. She is survived by her children, Gloria Torres, Shirley Gabaldon, Kathy Finley, Ray Heckman, Jr., Cindy Martinez, Paul Heckman, their spouses; her grandchildren; and great-grandchildren. She was proceeded in death by her parents; husband; and grandson. The Rosary will...