Obituaries

Oct 15, 2017

Betty Jo Howard, 85, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister went home to be with her Lord Jesus on October 15, 2017. She entered this world on June 17, 1932 in Washington, IN, born to Rupert and Wilma Davis. She is survived by her daughter, Debi Dodge and husband, Clint; son, James Tudor and wife, Cindy; son, Rex Howard and...

Oct 15, 2017

Linda Anne Erickson, 68, beloved mother, daughter, sister and friend, was called to her eternal resting place on October 15, 2017. Linda was born on July 29, 1949 to parents Sam and Georgie Boutte. She started life as one of four close siblings in a rural Louisiana community and took that love of family with her around the world,...

Oct 14, 2017

Major William (Bill) R. Hoke, USAF (Ret.) died peacefully on October 14, 2017 at the family home. Bill was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Carol. William is survived by his four children, Kent Hoke and his partner, Mary Rahe, Eric Hoke and his wife, Taminy F. Marshall, Cynthia Hoke and her husband, Jerry Tankersley and...

Oct 13, 2017

Patricia Braly, 87, passed away on October 13, 2017. She is preceded in death by her husband, William T. Braly. She was a wonderful homemaker and a jeweler. She is survived by her daughter, Sheila Gonzales of Santa Fe; her son, Timothy Braly and wife, Karen of Corpus Christi, TX; seven grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. A Rosary and Funeral...

Oct 13, 2017

Velora "Val" Farrar, 86, beloved Mother, Grandmother, and Wife, passed peacefully on October 13, 2017. She is survived by her daughter Regina Damon; son John Farrar and wife, Margie; grandchildren: Shannon Ash, Naomi Caffey and husband Nick, Ariane Saavedra and husband Ross, Tanya Lockey and husband Shawn, Jason Damon and wife Michelle, and Christopher Damon and wife Tomoko, eight...

Oct 12, 2017

Robert Henry Maschhoff entered into his eternal home on Oct. 12, 2017.

Bob was born on a farm near Hoyleton, Illinois on Feb. 17, 1934 to Henry and Selma Maschhoff. He was preceded in death by his parents and by his first wife, Martha Lentz, who died in 1984 (married 1956). Bob is survived by his wife,...

Oct 12, 2017

Betty J. James, of Abilene, Texas and formally of Albuquerque, passed away on October 12, 2017 at the age of (almost) 88. She was born in Grady, NM on October 16, 1929 to Gilbert and Mattie (Hutchison) Bryant. Betty was married to Buford James for 60 years before his passing in 2010. They were members of Central Assembly of...

Oct 12, 2017

Alice Marie Pierson Irvin, 98, our beloved Mother passed away on October 12, 2017. She was married to her childhood sweetheart, Dean Irvin, on December 24, 1940. They lived a beautiful life together for 65 years until Dean's passing in 2004. She is survived by her loving family, son; Dr. David Irvin; daughters, Deanna Bowman, Judy Dewey, Tracey Sutton;...

Oct 12, 2017

Lori Ann Sanchez, age 47, a life-long resident of Albuquerque passed Thursday, October 12, 2017.

She is survived by her husband of 23 years, Gerald Sanchez; children, Joshua Sanchez, Britt Sanchez, and Kaylin Sanchez; grandson, Angelo Sanchez; siblings, Charles Roybal, Jr., Kristine Meyers, and Annette Gonzales; life-long friend, Margaret Martinez; and numerous other relatives and friends.  Lori...

Oct 12, 2017

Valdez, Joe

Joe Valdez, age 88, peacefully sailed on to Heaven to be with his maker forever on October 12, 2017. Joe is preceded in death by his; parents, Vincente and Altagracia Valdez and brothers, Joe V. Valdez, Copio Valdez and Raymond Valdez. He is survived by his lovely wife, Ruby Valdez; daughter, Amanda (Lee)...

Oct 12, 2017

Donald M. Bush, after 87 years of an amazing journey in life, passed away peacefully at home on October 12, 2017. Those familiar with Don knew his love of coffee, bicycling, quilting, Dallas Cowboy football, and Lobo basketball. He also loved challenging himself with crossword puzzles and cryptoquips. Don was known to share a joke along with a friendly...

Oct 11, 2017

Age 81, of Rio Rancho passed away peacefully surrounded by family after a short battle with cancer. He was born in Glasgow, Scotland to Alexander and Marie Wright on April 11th, 1936. A few years after the end of WWII his parents immigrated to Toronto, Canada and later to Philadelphia, PA where he finished high school. He received his...

Oct 11, 2017

Michael Clarence Taylor, age 80, passed away on Wednesday, October 11, 2017, surrounded by his family.

He was born on July 22, 1937 in Lufkin, Texas to Matthew Clarence (“Zack”) and Bonnie Nell (Crumpler) Taylor. Mike grew up in Houston, Texas with his two brothers, J Robert and Gary Zack Taylor.   After graduating high school, Mike attended...

Oct 11, 2017

WARSHAWSKY, Lillian

Lillian Warshawsky, age 92 1/2, passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 11, 2017.  She was born March 24, 1925, and grew up in New York City (NYC), where she met her beloved husband, Nathan Warshawsky.   The two of them started and managed many small businesses together from bars, to clothing stores,...

Oct 11, 2017

Cody Blake Serda, age 23, passed away in a motorcycle accident on Wednesday, October 11, 2017. He was beloved and survived by his wife, Courtney Serda; and unborn daughter, Arabella. Cody's memory will be forever held and loved by his family, friends and fellow car and bike community.

Visitation will be Tuesday, October 17, 2017,...

Oct 10, 2017

D’ANGELO, Catherine E. (Kay)

Friends and family mourn the loss of Catherine E. D’Angelo, September, 22 1928 - October, 10 2017, Beloved mother, counselor, teacher, and friend. Kay was a remarkable woman who believed in the true value of friends and family. Her influence on the world will not soon be forgotten.

Oct 10, 2017

Kevin McReynolds, 62, beloved husband, was called home, following a brave and valiant fight against cancer, on October 10, 2017. He was born on December 5, 1954 in Clovis, NM, to James and Clydie McReynolds. Kevin graduated from Eldorado High School, Albuquerque, NM, in the first graduating class. While at Eldorado he received the West Point Leadership Award and...

Oct 10, 2017

Henry G. Aceves, passed away peacefully, on October 10, 2017, surrounded by his loving family.

Henry was born in Albuquerque, NM and raised on a ranch in the Manzano Mountains (Rancho El Chinchonte). He attended Estancia High School and the University of Albuquerque. He was a businessman, rancher, developer, conservationist, devoted Husband, Father, Papa, Uncle, and Godfather...

Oct 9, 2017

Janice Miller, age 86, cherished wife, mother and grandmother, passed away October 9, 2017.

Janice was known for her love of music, sense of humor, leadership and her strong faith. She strove to exceed at everything she did and enjoyed her time as a Director of Mary Kay.

She is survived by her husband, Jack;...

Oct 8, 2017

Dr. Ambrosio Jose Ortega of Albuquerque passed away the morning of October 8th, 2017 just 18 days shy of his 90th birthday. He was a beloved and excellent husband, father and son - and a good friend to many in his community and around the world. He is deeply missed.

Ambrosio was born in Chimayo,...