Hildegard Pauline Sickels
Aug 23, 2016
Hildegard Pauline Sickels, a native of Germany and an Albuquerque resident since 1980, was taken from us on August 23, 2016, after a prolonged bout with multiple illnesses. She was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, P.C. (Tex). She is survived by her daughters, Pauline Ansell and husband, David, and Rosalinda Sickels and husband, Mark Pawlak; grandsons,...
William Jerome "Bill" Melfi
Aug 22, 2016
William J. Melfi "Bill", age 73, of Albuquerque, went with the Lord Monday, August 22, 2016 at his home after a three year fight with stomach cancer. He was born in Newark, NJ on November 13, 1942 to James J. Melfi and Antoinette Pizzani. Bill was the CFO of Reserve Industries that he managed along with his brother since 1977....
Mary Ellen Menapace
Aug 22, 2016
The life of Mary Ellen Hazen Menapace-Vigil came to a peaceful end in the early morning hours of August 22, 2016. She was born in a dugout outside of Mosquero, NM on November 28, 1918 and attended the Mosquero Schools. In 1936, she graduated as the Valedictorian of her class. In 1941, she married John C. Menapace. They made their...
Gene Johnson
Aug 21, 2016
Gene Johnson, age 90, a long time resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, August 21, 2016. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Betty Lee; children, Debbie Benson, Pam Petty and husband, John, Mickie Johnson, and Michael Johnson and wife, Stephanie; ten grandchildren, Aaron Petty and wife, Vanessa, Sara Petty and partner, Duncan, Jennifer Harris and husband, Steve, Rebecca...
Richard L. "Doc" Wallace
Aug 21, 2016
Richard L. "Doc" Wallace, age 89, dedicated husband and family man, passed away August 21, 2016. Doc was known for his charitable work throughout his life with the Veterans, Boy Scouts, Senior Olympics, Philmont Training Center and Masonic charities. He was a member of the Sons of the American Revolution and also enjoyed being a lifeguard. Doc retired from the...
Duane Addison Benton
Aug 21, 2016
Duane Addison Benton, age 82, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Sunday, August 21, 2016. He is survived by his brother, Richard and wife, Marcella Benton; sons, Jay and Jerry, and wife, Connie; grandsons, Gilbert and wife, Darlyn, Joseph and fiancé, Victoria, and Joshua Benton; great-grandchildren, Gilbert, Faye, Darius, Aubrey, and Cooper; brother-in-law, Julian Yerbich; and many nephews...
Janis Alene (Oldham) Atkinson
Aug 21, 2016
Janis Alene (Oldham) Atkinson, 66, passed away August 21, 2016 in Colorado Plains Medical Center in Fort Morgan. Long-time resident of Sterling, Colorado she'd been under the care of Centennial Mental Center (CMHC) for many years until recent years when she resided in Sterling Living Center. She is survived by her son; Wesley; and son, Michael and daughter-in-law, Ashley and...
Mary Viola Baldonado
Aug 21, 2016
Mary Viola Baldonado, age 78, a resident of Albuquerque since 1965 passed away, Sunday, August 21, 2016, her final days were spent surrounded by family. She is survived by her step-son, Thomas Baldonado and spouse, Ed; step-daughters, Patricia Baldonado, and Kathleen Reed and her spouse, Adam; brother, Mariano Mares Jr. and spouse, Angie; sister, Elizabeth Gallegos and spouse, Lee; sister,...
Anne Jefferson
Aug 20, 2016
Anne Jefferson went to be with Jesus on August 20, 2016. She was born on May 17, 1933, in Amarillo, TX to Edna Rundell and Arthur Boyd Kirby. She met the love of her life, Robert (Bob) Jefferson in 1953 and they married a year later. They lived briefly in Biloxi, MI while Bob was in the Air Force. They...
Nicholas Peter Turano
Aug 20, 2016
Nicholas Peter Turano, 33, born on November 26, 1982, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, August 20, 2016 at his home in Albuquerque, NM. He is survived by his parents, Peter and Karen Turano of Albuquerque, NM; brother, Marcus Turano of Albuquerque, NM; sister, Amanda Schaefer and her husband Zachary of Scottsdale, AZ; nieces, Kayla Turano, Savannah Schaefer, Lily Schaefer, and nephew,...
Jose Demetrio Torres
Aug 20, 2016
MSGT Jose Demetrio Torres, USAF, (Ret), Age 85, a resident of Albuquerque since 1971, died Saturday, August 20, 2016. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Maria; three daughters, Olga H. Boberg and husband, Larry Hewitt, Anita P. Cook and husband, Terry, and Martha C. Mowry and husband, Frank; grandchildren, Michael L. Burnham and wife, Crystal, Ashley P....
Arturo Joaquin Lucero
Aug 20, 2016
The loved ones of Arturo Joaquin Lucero, age 69, a.k.a. "Tatters, Jack, Jr., Art ", with great sorrow informed the world that he decided to go on life's eternal fishing trip. On Saturday, August 20, 2016 Arturo passed due to heart failure. He is survived by his daughters, Eugenia Bencomo and Adelia Lucero; son-in-law, James Bencomo; and six grandchildren, Adam...
William Clayton Wygant
Aug 20, 2016
William Clayton Wygant, resident of Albuquerque since 1972, was born December 3, 1932 in Meadville, PA, to Edward Clayton Wygant and Arlene Snyder Wygant. He was preceded in death by his parents and his only sibling, Arthur Wygant. William attended high school in Meadville and served honorably in the US Navy aboard the USS Tarawa 1953-57. Upon receiving an honorable...
Salvatore Robert Riccobono
Aug 20, 2016
Salvatore "Rick" "Toory" Riccobono passed away peacefully in his sleep in the early morning of August 20, 2016. He was born in Clifton, NJ on December 4, 1924, to Italian immigrant parents. He joined the Army during WWII and continued to serve for more than 20 years. Upon ending his service, he worked as a computer professional for the federal...
Raymond Oscar Wiswell
Aug 20, 2016
Ray Wiswell passed away Saturday, August 20, 2016 at the age of 74. Ray was born in Kansas City, MO September 23, 1941. He spent his childhood on a farm in Grandview, MO with his mother and his sister, Margaret Ann (Maggi), where they learned to ride horses and participate in competitions at the American Royal. The two won many...
David Hunt ""Dave"" Nicholson
Aug 19, 2016
David "Dave" Hunt Nicholson, 76, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away, Friday, August 19, 2016 at his home. Dave was born May 14, 1940 in Richmond, Indiana to Hubert and Martha (Hunt) Nicholson. On August 15, 1970 he married Debra "Debbie" Janeanne Nicholson in Albuquerque. Dave was employed as an awning salesman/installer/designer and soon after opened his own business, "Daveco...
John Chester "J.C." Moser Jr
Aug 19, 2016
The Lord Jesus called John Chester Moser Jr. home to Heaven on Friday, August 19, 2016. The same Lord first put his hand on John at his baptism in Woodward, OK, May 12, 1940. J.C., as he was called, attended elementary, junior high and high school in Sharon, Oklahoma. J.C. confirmed his faith in God on May 31, 1953. During...
Terry Glen King
Aug 19, 2016
Terry King, 52, passed away Friday, August 19, 2016. Terry was lovingly known as "Shorty" to family and friends. He was known for his creative ability, caring heart, and sense of humor. In his tile work, he always strived to incorporate his creative touch. Terry's lively spirit will be remembered and forever be in our hearts. He is survived by...
Eleanor Gertrude Helen Galster
Aug 19, 2016
Eleanor G. Galster, age 79, a resident of Albuquerque for 70 years, died peacefully August 19, 2016. She is survived by many friends, including her church family at Redeemer Lutheran Church. Eleanor was preceded in death by her parents, Herman F. Galster and Johanna Preuss Galster; and her brother, Ralph E. Galster. Eleanor was born in 1936 in Gary, Indiana...
Dr. James Joseph "Jim" Calderone
Aug 19, 2016
Retired United States Navy Captain, Dr. James Joseph Calderone, Jim, age 82, born to James and Augusta Calderone on August 1, 1934 in Conneaut, OH, went to his heavenly home on August 19, 2016 surrounded by his family. Jim is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Mary Lou; their eight children and spouses and 18 grandchildren: Dominic (Louise);...