Obituaries

RECENT OBITUARIES

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

Florence M. (Hinsman)  Clark-Kottal

Florence M. (Hinsman) Clark-Kottal

Jun 7, 2017

Florence M. Clark-Kottal, 91, passed away on Wednesday, June 7, 2017 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. She was born in Racine, Wisconsin on September 30, 1925, to the late Abigail and William Hinsman. Florence was united in marriage to Ernest Clark on July 23, 1949. He preceded her in death on February 12, 1969. She is survived by their...

William Cameron Marvin

William Cameron Marvin

Jun 7, 2017

William (Billy) Marvin, age 48, beloved son, brother, nephew, uncle, and friend went home to the Lord on June 7, 2017.

He was employed by Prime Flight Aviation Services which serviced all incoming and outgoing United Airline flights in Albuquerque. His one and only love since childhood was his love of airplanes. Through this love he had...

Vivian I. Rudeen

Vivian I. Rudeen

Jun 7, 2017

Rudeen, Vivian

God called Vivian Rudeen home on June 7, 2017 at the age of 92. She is now enjoying a glorious reunion with family and friends.

Vivian was born July 29, 1924 to Lola and Roscoe Frasier in Ceresco, Nebraska. She attended the University of Nebraska, where she received her Bachelor of...

Paul Richard Tafoya

Paul Richard Tafoya

Jun 7, 2017

Paul Richard Tafoya, beloved father, brother, uncle, teacher, and friend, passed away on Wednesday, June 7, 2017 in Albuquerque, New Mexico at age 79. He is survived by his son Arthur and his daughter Anne Maria; siblings Tony M. Tafoya and wife Dulcie, Charles L. Tafoya and wife Julie, Theresa Walter, Dolores Lawter, and Frieda Perez; along...

Perfilia "Irene" Romero

Perfilia "Irene" Romero

Jun 7, 2017

Safe in the arms of God, Irene passed away on June 7, 2017. She is survived by her daughters, Eileen and husband, Rudy, and Jeanie and husband, Vincente; grandson, RJ; beloved sister, Rufina Griego; and numerous wonderful nephews, nieces and friends.

She is preceded in death by her mother, Margarita; father, Miguel Gurule; brother, Mike Gurule Jr.,...

Elsie (Trujillo)  Garcia

Elsie (Trujillo) Garcia

Jun 7, 2017

Elsie Garcia, 85 died Wednesday, June 7, 2017 with her family by her side. She was preceded in death by her husband Max Garcia; and her four sons, Albert, Ronnie, Glenn and Steve. Elsie is survived by her sons, Russell, Frank and wife Alice; her daughters, Maxine and Betty; sisters, Virginia S. and husband, Toby; Ramona L....

Debra Yvonne Romero

Debra Yvonne Romero

Jun 6, 2017

On June 6, 2017, Debra Yvonne Romero, age 61, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family and friends. Debra was a devoted mother, sister, and friend who dedicated her life to helping others and was loved by many.

She is survived by her sons, Owen Robert Thal, Alexander Romero Thal, and Carson Jacobs Thal; father...

Linda M. Sandoval

Linda M. Sandoval

Jun 6, 2017

Linda M. Sandoval, age 98, went to be with the Lord, June 6, 2017. Linda was well remembered as one of the first county registered nurses in the State of New Mexico. She is preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Antonio Sandoval; her brothers, Adolf Martinez, Alfred Martinez; and sister, Marie Newman....

Michael William Sandry

Michael William Sandry

Jun 6, 2017

Michael Sandry, 72, born in Roswell, NM and started his journey to Eternal Life Tuesday, June 6, 2017 in Albuquerque with his wife, Doreen by his side. He is survived by the love of his life for 32 years, Doreen; his son, Scott; brothers, Don, Frank and wife, Laura; and his nephew, Brandon.

Mike was...

Thomas Mooney

Thomas Mooney

Jun 5, 2017

Thomas Mooney, 83, beloved husband, father, brother, and grandfather was called home to be with Jesus on June 5, 2017. He entered this world on January 6, 1934 in Springfield, OH, born to Thomas and Reva Mooney. He is survived by his wife, Ida; daughter, Tina; son, Thomas, wife, Cindy; daughter, Michele, husband, Todd; daughter, Cherie; grandchildren, Michael, Mckayla,...

Jim David Fish

Jim David Fish

Jun 5, 2017

It is with broken hearts and a surreal feeling of disbelief that we announce the sudden passing of Jimmy (Jim) David Fish on June 5, 2017 while hiking on the Ignacio Chavez Mesa in New Mexico. Despite exceptional health, an unforeseen condition led to his collapse with no response to CPR. Born in San Angelo, TX on June...

Genevieve L (Janicek)  Demkovich

Genevieve L (Janicek) Demkovich

Jun 5, 2017

Genevieve “Jean” L. Demkovich, 93, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother ,aunt and friend, went to Heaven on Monday, June 5,2017.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Emanuel and Mary Janicek; her husband, Joseph “Puggy” Demkovich; her brothers, sisters, relatives and dear friends. Her sister-in-law Annabelle Janicek survives her.

She is survived...

Charles "Gib" Richards

Charles "Gib" Richards

Jun 5, 2017

Gib lived a good life and enjoyed 83 years of family, friends and “adventures.” He was a humble man that was inspirational and supportive to many people. He enjoyed talking with people, sharing stories and joking. Once diagnosed with Parkinson’s, Gib gracefully confronted the progressive disease, never complaining and always smiling and continuing to joke. He is...

Francisco Ortiz

Francisco Ortiz

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...

Shirley Ann (English)  Cowder

Shirley Ann (English) Cowder

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...

Bertha B. Felland

Bertha B. Felland

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...

John Neufeld, M.D.

John Neufeld, M.D.

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...

Frances Henrietta Meserschmidt

Frances Henrietta Meserschmidt

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...

John Raymond Bridges

John Raymond Bridges

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...

Christine C. Zuni

Christine C. Zuni

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...