Obituaries

RECENT OBITUARIES

LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.

Jaylene Mercedez Vasquez

Jaylene Mercedez Vasquez

Sep 26, 2017

Jaylene Mercedez Vasquez passed peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, September 26, 2017. Jaylene was born January 26, 2009. Super Jaylene was strong and brave, she brought joy and happiness to everyone she came in contact with. Jaylene is survived by her parents, Alex Vasquez and Patricia Cordova; sister, Selena Garley; brother, Jayden Vasquez; grandparents; great-grandparents, many aunts,...

Pablo Castillo

Pablo Castillo

Sep 26, 2017

Pablo Castillo Jr, 66, passed away Tuesday, September 26, 2017 at his residence surrounded by his loving family and pet companion. He was born in Sanderson, Texas to Pablo and Florentina Navaries Castillo who preceded him in death. He is survived by his daughter, Kristie Cronic and her husband, Brian; his three grandchildren, Joshua Castillo, Victoria Cronic, and Jacob...

Patience Theodora McGuire

Patience Theodora McGuire

Sep 26, 2017

Patience Theodora “Pat” McGuire, age 89, passed away on September 26, 2017.  She was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Theodore George Paulantis and Patience Nelson Paulantis.  She was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, with the exception of a short period of time in the 1950’s.  Patience was preceded in death by her parents, Theodore and Patience...

Gerald (Jerry) Hastings

Gerald (Jerry) Hastings

Sep 26, 2017

Gerald (Jerry) Hastings, 93, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, was called to his eternal resting place on September 26, 2017. He entered this world on August 4, 1924 in Sayre, PA. He was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Ruth Hastings; and his daughter, Geraldine (Denna) Stephenson. Jerry worked for Southern States in Hampton, GA...

Nemey Arellano

Nemey Arellano

Sep 25, 2017

J. Nemey Amado (meaning “loved one”) Arellano, born September 21, 1921, passed away on September 25, 2017. He left this earthly plane and will be missed dearly. Though we can’t see or touch him anymore, we hold him inside of our hearts – his memory lovingly wrapped and carried forever in our souls. As a nine-year-old son of itinerant...

Robert Gail Burbridge

Robert Gail Burbridge

Sep 25, 2017

Robert Gail Burbridge, was called to his heavenly home by his Lord and Savior on September 25, 2017.

Bob was born on May 13, 1945 in Omaha, Nebraska, the middle son of Gail and Bernadine Burbridge. He married the love of his life Carol Ann Strauss on August 17, 1968.

Bob completed his Bachelor's Degree...

Gregory T. Gayden

Gregory T. Gayden

Sep 25, 2017

Gregory Gayden, 61, beloved brother, was called to his eternal resting place on September 25, 2017. He entered this world on October 7, 1955 in Pensacola, Florida, born to Thomas and Novella Gayden. He is survived by his one son, Gerian Terry; sisters, Stephanie Gayden and Jacqueline Gayden; brothers, Ronald, Reginald, Anthony, and Kenneth. Gregory served in the U.S....

Mary L. Segura

Mary L. Segura

Sep 25, 2017

Mary L. Segura, lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on September 25, 2017 surrounded by her family. She was born on January 27, 1961 to Juan and Gregorita Segura of Albuquerque. She is survived by her sisters, brothers, extended family and friends. Services will be held on Saturday, September 30, 2017, 11:00 a.m., at FRENCH – University.

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James Lobley

James Lobley

Sep 25, 2017

James Lobley, 101, beloved grandfather, husband, and father, was called to his eternal resting place on September 25, 2017. He entered this world on May 14, 1916 in West, NM, south of Tucumcari, NM and was born to William and Lois Lobley. He is survived by his son, Dennis Lobley and wife Patsy Lobley; granddaughters, Kari Kopchick, Yvonne Porter,...

Cynthia "Cindy" Fayne Miller

Cynthia "Cindy" Fayne Miller

Sep 24, 2017

Cynthia “Cindy” Fayne Miller, 43, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away Sunday, September 24, 2017, at her home. She is survived by her mother, Clare Miller; brother, Derek Miller and his wife, Jessica; niece, Jordan; nephew, Max; aunts; cousins; other relatives; partner, Stacey Van Pelt; close friend, Becky Cremin; and many other dear friends. She was preceded in...

Ronald James Gedrim

Ronald James Gedrim

Sep 24, 2017

Ronald James Gedrim, 68, born May 25, 1949, passed away peacefully at home on September 24, 2017 lovingly surrounded by family. He had survived cancer long past his original prognosis in part by loving cancer as an integral part of his body and life journey. This brought him many gifts of presence, appreciation, and deep connection with loved ones...

E. Diane McGovern

E. Diane McGovern

Sep 24, 2017

E. Diane McGovern, 81, beloved mother, passed peacefully on Sunday, September 24, 2017. Born on February 19, 1936 in Willmar, MN, to William O. and Eleanor Peterson. She was preceded in death by her former husband, Ben C. McGovern. She is survived by her daughters, Gwen Brogdon and Tara Mercado; and son, Rory McGovern; a sister, Betty Votapka; brother,...

Josie M. Sanchez

Josie M. Sanchez

Sep 24, 2017

Josie Sanchez, age 83, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Sunday, September 24, 2017. Josie enjoyed gardening, ceramics, quilting, and drawing. She immersed herself in her family and reveled in the joys of her grandchildren. Josie was devoted to her husband of 62 years, Archie, and had a strong belief in God that never wavered. She retired from the...

Rosemary Stella Cordova

Rosemary Stella Cordova

Sep 24, 2017

Rosemary Stella Cordova, 85, of Albuquerque (Barelas, USA), joined her soulmate, Margarito “Richard" Cordova, in heaven on September 24, 2017. Many of us knew her as Vieja, momma, madre, Nani, grandma, Mrs C., Mrs. Cordova, and Auntie Stella. She was a dedicated mother, grandmother, friend, and above all, a devoted woman of God. Stella was committed to her faith,...

Dyxie Wilkerson

Dyxie Wilkerson

Sep 24, 2017

Dyxie Wilkerson, 99, beloved Mother, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2017. She was born on May 27, 1918 in Seiling, OK to Harry and Ella Canaday. She is survived by her daughter, Susan McCasland Wilkerson and son-in-law, Neil McCasland. Dyxie was raised in western Oklahoma and attended Oklahoma State University through a master's degree in English literature. In...

Christopher Atencio

Christopher Atencio

Sep 23, 2017

Christopher Atencio, Jr., age 25, went home to Heaven on Saturday, September 23, 2017. Christopher was a loving son, brother, nephew and cousin. He is survived by his mom, Theresa; siblings, Rachael Isaiah and Nathan; grandfather, Daniel Atencio; and many extended family and friends. Visitation will be Friday, September 29, 2017, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at FRENCH -...

James "Jimmy" Robert Porter

James "Jimmy" Robert Porter

Sep 23, 2017

Jimmy Porter, 39, beloved son, husband, father, and brother, was unexpectedly called to his eternal resting place on September 23, 2017. He entered this world on December 21, 1977 in Gunnison, CO, born to R. Scott and Susan Porter. He is survived by his wife, Andrea Porter; daughters, Jaylyn, Jacquelyn and son Ryan; mother, Susan Porter; father, R. Scott...

Damien Morett

Damien Morett

Sep 23, 2017

Morett, Damien It is with tremendous sadness that the family of Damien Morett announces his unexpected passing at the age of 38, on the morning of Saturday, September 23, 2017. Damien was born on April 29, 1979 in Albuquerque, NM, to Allan and Merle Ann Morett. He attended Highland High School and went on to earn a...

Kathryn Armenta-Palmer

Kathryn Armenta-Palmer

Sep 23, 2017

Kathryn Armenta-Palmer, age 67, went home to be with our Lord on September 23, 2017. Her family and friends will remember her beautiful smile and generous heart and wonderful cooking. She was a recipient of many awards from GE and Smiths foods where she later retired from. She is survived by her loving children, son, Robert Harvey and wife,...

Tish Carnes Brown

Tish Carnes Brown

Sep 23, 2017

Tish Carnes Brown was born on January 25, 1944 to Chapin Sears Carnes and Amelia Evans Carnes in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The family relocated to Albuquerque in 1946. Tish graduated from New Mexico State University with a degree in political science and worked at the NM Department of Health and Social Services as a child welfare worker. She and...