Obituaries

Michael William Rogers

Aug 2, 2017

Michael William Rogers, age 61, recently passed away in Las Vegas, NV after a long illness, with his son, Spencer Evan Rogers by his side. Spencer is a resident of Seattle, WA where he works as a software engineer. Michael was preceded in death by his parents, James Willis Rogers, Sr. and Mary Ann (Keleher) Rogers both of Albuquerque,...

Miguel S. Gutierrez

Aug 2, 2017

Miguel S. Gutierrez, 89, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2017, after a brief illness.

Miguel was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Gutierrez. He is survived by his daughters, Christine Zaccaria and husband, Frank, and Eileen Lucero; his stepsons, George Padilla and Gerald Padilla, as well as numerous grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and a great-grand...

Prescilla Gonzales

Aug 2, 2017

Prescilla Gonzales, 79, lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away on August 2, 2017 with her loving son and family members by her side. She is survived by her son, Albert Gonzales and his longtime companion, Antoinette Benevidez; her companion, Trinidad Lovato; brothers, Henry "Hank" Gonzales and wife, Vickie, Carlos Gonzales and wife, Sally; and Raymond Gonzales and wife, Betty;...

Ezra Alexander Chavez

Aug 1, 2017

Joan White

Aug 1, 2017

Joan White, age 88, a dedicated mother, grandmother, and businesswoman, passed away on August 1, 2017. Joanie, as her family and friends knew her, was always a beaming light in every setting. Joanie was an Albuquerque native, born February 27, 1929. Growing up, she was extremely independent and always strived for success. Joanie graduated from Belen High...

Laura Ann Graham

Aug 1, 2017

Laura “Laurie” Graham, 55, beloved wife, was called to her Lord and Savior on August 1, 2017. She entered this world on September 26, 1961 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, born to Richard and Audrey Elliott.

Laurie is survived by her husband, Curtis Graham; her father, Richard Elliott; her brother, Mark Elliott, many brothers- and sisters-in-law, as well as...

Patricia Ann (Marsh) Milligan

Aug 1, 2017

Patricia Ann Milligan, loving wife, mother, and grandmother, passed August 1, 2017, at the age of 70. She was born in Dubois, PA to Bob and Viola (Wright) Marsh, who preceded her in death.

Patricia graduated from the University of New Mexico with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 1969. While going to school, she...

Diana L James

Jul 31, 2017

James, Diana L.

Diana James, age 65, talented artist, passed away with strength and grace, surrounded by loving friends, after an extended illness, Monday, July 31, 2017 in Albuquerque, N.M.  She graduated from Frostburg State University in Maryland with a B.A. in Art Education. A lifelong learner, at age 56, Diana received her MFA from the Academy...

Karen Ruth Cutshall

Jul 31, 2017

Karen Ruth Cutshall, 77, beloved wife and mother, went home to be with Jesus on Monday, July 31, 2017. Karen is preceded in death by her son, Nicholas Cutshall. She is survived by her husband, Jack Cutshall; her son, Jimmy Cutshall and wife Mary; her brother, Bill Duckett and wife Marlene; her granddaughter, Lyndayle Mattis-Revell, and numerous other grandchildren...

Carol Ann (McClary) Myers

Jul 31, 2017

Carol Ann McClary Myers was born in Dawson, New Mexico on June 2, 1928. Carol grew up with her older brother, Robert McClary, and a younger sister, Marcia McClary. After graduating High School in Dawson, Carol attended the University of Redlands in California.

Carol met Dwight Myers when she was a senior and he was...

Danielle Lee (Begay) Begay

Jul 30, 2017

Danielle Begay of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away on Jul 30, 2017. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, August 4, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Westside.

Charles William McClarren

Jul 30, 2017

Charles “Chuck” William McClarren, Colonel, USAF retired, passed away on Sunday, July 30, after a battle with Alzheimer's.

He was born on July 26, 1930, in Spencer, Indiana. He was the beloved husband of Joyce Buckley McClarren who preceded him in death in late 2016.

Charles attended Purdue University on academic scholarship until 1950 when...

Donna Jenine Kerr

Jul 30, 2017

Donna Jenine Kerr, 79, passed away in Clovis, New Mexico, on July 30, 2017.

Donna was born in Beech Grove, Indiana, on February 23, 1938, to Amza and Alice Faye Key. Donna is survived by her sons, Andrew and Ted Dressler; daughter, Jenine Cooper; brothers, Tom and Art Key; six grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

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Lucille Frances Coleman

Jul 29, 2017

Lucille Frances Coleman, born July 12, 1921, in Hutchinson, Kansas, and passed away peacefully on July 29, 2017, to join her husband, William Peter Coleman and her oldest son, Thomas Eugene Coleman, who preceded her. She lived an extraordinary, full, and meaningful life. She worked for 27 years in the school cafeteria department of the Albuquerque Public School system....

Nancy G. Baker

Jul 29, 2017

Nancy Glasscock Baker, 86, was welcomed into the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 29, 2017.

Nancy was born in Holliday, Missouri, the youngest daughter of Frank and Nancy Glen Glasscock. She grew up on the family farm in Holliday. After graduating from high school, Nancy and her sister, Louise moved to Lee’s...

Juanita Sunderman Smith

Jul 29, 2017

Juanita Sunderman Smith, 87, passed away on July 29, 2017. Juanita was born in Stamps, AR. She went to Southern State College and married her college sweetheart, Harold C. Sunderman. They taught school in Arkansas for one year and then moved to Amarillo, TX, where they taught for several years. Subsequently, Harold obtained his Education Doctorate from the University...

Casimiro "Ike" Laumbach

Jul 29, 2017

Casimiro “Ike” Laumbach, 104, passed peacefully at home on July 29, 2017. He was a native of New Mexico and spent his early years punching cows as a cowboy. Ike worked on many ranches throughout New Mexico beginning on the family ranch “La Cinta”, CS Ranch, YNB Ranch and Bell Ranch. He broke one hundred horses for the U.S....

Matthew M. Rose

Jul 28, 2017

Matthew M. Rose, 90 of Albuquerque, NM, beloved father passed away peacefully July 28, 2017. Born May 29, 1927 to Pasquale and Maria Rosa in Watertown, CT, he met his future wife while they were both attending hairdressing school, and married his sweetheart, Virginia M. Rose in 1948. During their 68 years of marriage they were successful small...

Sara (McGough) Lendzion

Jul 28, 2017

Sara Lendzion, 70, beloved wife and sister, was called to her eternal resting place on July 28, 2017. She entered this world on September 21, 1946 in Washington, DC, born to Edward and Romaine McGough. She is survived by her husband, Dennis Lendzion; sisters, Ann McGough, Nancy McGough Green and husband Sean, and Gail McGough-Madueña and husband James...

Norena Novela (Baca) Castillo

Jul 28, 2017

Norena Novela Baca Castillo, a longtime resident of Los Chavez, NM, died Friday, July 28, 2017 in Albuquerque, NM.

Norena is survived by her husband, Philip; her sister, Pauline Garcia (Bobby); and six children, Steven Castillo (Erin), Anthony Castillo (Carol), Thomas Castillo (Marie), John Castillo (Kristie), Catherine Fresquez (Joey), and Orlando Castillo (Kimberly). From her children,...