William Van (Billy) Zile
Nov 6, 2016
Auditions closed for the best on Sunday, November 6, 2016. William (Billy) Van Zile, 55, was surrounded by his loving family when he passed. Billy was born in Ridgewood, New Jersey to Robert (Casey) Van Zile and Ann Osenga. He is survived by his loving wife, Marianna; his four children, Savannah Georgia (Levi) Bookwalter, Sierra Summer Van Zile, Jesse William...
Dr. Jane Somsel Rodman
Nov 6, 2016
Our sister, Jane Frances, also known in her art world as Clancy Frances, passed away on November 6, 2016. Jane was born March 20, 1948 to Clarence and Rita Kessler Somsel. She is preceded in death by her parents and her sisters, Sally Somsel Epping and Anne Somsel. She is survived by her sisters, Mary Joan McSweeney (Denis) of Corrales,...
Reba J. Kerns
Nov 5, 2016
Reba J. Kerns, age 78, passed away on Saturday, November 5, 2016. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Reba was preceded in death by her husband, Bill G. Kerns; and son, Matthew A. Kerns. She is survived by her daughter, Malinda Villani, and husband, Rocco; sons, James Glenn Gammon, and wife, Lisa, and Steve L. Gammon and...
Nancy Ness
Nov 5, 2016
Nancy Ness, born June 3, 1941, age 75, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother went to be with her Lord on November 5, 2016. She is survived by loving husband of 34 years, Erwin Ness; son, Craig Buchanan (wife Christy); daughter, Teri Mauldin (husband Jeff); step-daughters, Debbie Bulling (husband Tom) and Paula Ness. She is also survived by nine loving grandchildren,...
David Leyba
Nov 5, 2016
David "Dave" Leyba, 94, was born in Guy, NM in July of 1922. He entered Heaven's Gates on November 5, 2016. A loving son, husband, and father, David was a master carpenter for his entire career and was proud to serve as a loyal member of the Carpenters Union for 70 years. David will always be remembered by family and...
Robert Lee Piper
Nov 4, 2016
Robert Lee Piper, age 59, died of cancer on November 4th, 2016. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Valerie, and their two daughters; Synneva, (Shane-fiancé) and Miranda Piper. He is also survived by his father and step-mother; William and Phyllis Piper; his siblings Billy Glen Seago (Vicky, Belinda Harwood (Jimmy)), Elizabeth Perlman, Billie Renee Groot (Richard); 11...
Charlie Richards
Nov 3, 2016
Charlie Richards, age 83, went home to be with our Lord on November 3, 2016. Charlie was born in Dallas, TX in 1933. His family moved to Dumas, TX in 1935 where he was raised and attended school. In 1953, Charlie and his family moved to Shamrock, TX where he met and married the love of his life, Janis Oldham,...
Kent David Carruth
Nov 3, 2016
Kent David Carruth, 45, died unexpectedly November 3, 2016; He is survived by his children; Jayson, Tyler, and Liana Carruth, his mother Jean Carruth, his sister Kelley Carruth Adams and numerous other family members and friends. Kent was preceded in death by his father and grandparents. He was a Project Manager for numerous construction companies including Dev Corp. He was...
Gloria Ryan
Nov 2, 2016
Gloria Ryan, age 77, formerly of Long Island, NY, but a long time resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on November 2, 2016 at home. Gloria will be remembered as a loving, patient and devoted caregiver for most of her life. She not only took care of her mother and mother-in-law, both of whom predeceased her, but she was also...
Albert John "AJ" Carletti
Nov 2, 2016
Carletti, Lt. Col. Albert John "AJ" Lt. Col. Albert John "AJ" Carletti (retired), 95, born in Pittsfield, MA on January 20, 1921, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on November 2, 2016 in Albuquerque, NM. He is survived by his son, David Carletti; daughter, Diane (Carletti) Anderson; grandson, Jason Anderson and partner, Christopher Heise; granddaughter, Michelle Carletti; grandson, Michael...
Mary Grace C. "Grace" Lucero
Nov 2, 2016
Mary Grace C. Lucero, 88, born in La Madera, NM , passed away November 2, 2016 in Albuquerque, NM. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Pablo E Lucero, her son, Orlando Lucero and daughter-in-law, BJ Jones; granddaughter, Estrella M. Lucero and many friends and family. Grace was preceded in death by her parents, Vicente and Bernardita Campos,...
Jose Leon "Leo" Gonzales
Nov 1, 2016
It is with a very heavy heart that we announce the passing of our dear father, Jose Leon "Leo" Gonzales, on November 1, 2016. He was born in Lemitar, NM on May 22, 1921 to Hilario Julian and Priscilla (Benavidez) Gonzales. He was a World War II veteran and served in the U.S. Army Air Corps in the South Pacific....
Thomas C. "Tom" Melloy
Nov 1, 2016
Thomas C. (Tom) Melloy, born December 20, 1961, passed from this life surrounded by his loving family after a brave battle with colon cancer on Tuesday, November 1, 2016. He is survived by his sons, Thomas and Benjamin and his step-children, Fernando and Nirvana. He is also survived by his parents, Charles and Jean Melloy; his siblings, Colleen, Pat, Bill...
Elizabeth H. Jones
Nov 1, 2016
Elizabeth H. Jones, age 87, passed away Tuesday, November 1, 2016. She was preceded in death by her husband, Morris Jones; and her, daughter Jana Hardway. Elizabeth is survived by her son, Brad Jones; and six grandchildren, Austin Jones, Tyler Jones, Ryan Hardway, Brana Hardway, Bethany Stokes and Sarah Jones. Services were held on Saturday, November 12, 2016 at Sunset...
Bobby Joe Gonzales
Oct 31, 2016
Bobby Joe Gonzales, 64, beloved brother, was called to his eternal resting place on October 31, 2016. He entered this world on October 19, 1952 in Artesia, NM, born to Erineo and Anita Gonzales. He is preceded in by death by his brothers, Eddie Gonzales and Jackie Gonzales. He is survived by his sisters, Enedina Santillan, Connie Valverde (Abel), Belen...
Judy Ann Valdez
Oct 31, 2016
Judy Ann Valdez, 58, passed away Monday, October 31, 2016, at her Albuquerque home. Judy was born September 30, 1958 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Joe and Mary Valdez. She was a graduate of Albuquerque High School, Class of 1976. Shortly after graduating, she moved to Kahuku, Hawaii, where she was affectionately known as Coach Judy. She is remembered for...
David A. Whiting
Oct 31, 2016
David A. Whiting, age 71, was called Home on Monday, October 31, 2016. A lifelong resident of Albuquerque, David graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1963. Married Joan Baca on October 2, 1965. In 1967 he started Whiting Cleaners which is still family owned and operated to this day. Through his business his customers became friends that he enjoyed so...
Geraldine Mable "Geri" Becker
Oct 30, 2016
Long-time Albuquerque resident Geraldine "Geri" Mable Becker, age 94, passed on Sunday, October 30, 2016. Geri was born in Topeka, KS to John and Mable Hatcher and was the eldest of three children. She was married to Robert D. Becker on August 22, 1942 in Los Lunas, NM. With the help of her husband, together they raised two successful sons...
Robert O. "Bob" Rempert
Oct 29, 2016
Robert "Bob" Rempert, 85, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away Saturday, October 29, 2016 at St. Catherine's in Albuquerque. Bob is survived by his wife of 62 years, Diane (Richburg) Rempert; daughter, Kim (Steve) Hoberg of Albuquerque, NM; sons, Ken (Rebecca) Rempert of Richardson, TX, Brad (Carla) Rempert of Broomfield, CO, and Rob (fiance Kathy) Rempert of Rockledge, FL; grandchildren,...
Eva V. Torres
Oct 28, 2016
Eva V. Torres of Los Lunas died peacefully in her home on October 28, 2016 at 95 years of age. She had a strong faith in the Lord and the family is comforted knowing she is now at peace Eva was born on May 26, 1921, in Santa Rita, NM to Petrita and Emilio Vizcaino. Mrs. Torres was preceded in...