Ariana Meza
Aug 1, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved child, Ariana Meza, who was taken from us too soon at the tender age of 14. She brought immeasurable joy to our lives.
Her beautiful smile and laughs were contagious and brightened up a room, and she will always continue to be the center of our hearts, after Jesus. She could...
Daniel William Moreno
Jul 31, 2024
Daniel W. Moreno, 56 years old, passed away suddenly on July 31, 2024, at the University of New Mexico Hospital. He leaves behind his family including his father; James B. Moreno, his mother; Mary Ann Moreno, his older brothers; Dennis and Christopher Moreno, and his older sister; Jennifer Moreno.
Daniel was born in Cleveland, Ohio, but he grew up in Albuquerque....
Violet "Vi" Maud Wright
Jul 30, 2024
Violet passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, at the age of 93 with her daughters by her side. She was born in England on March 19, 1931. She is survived by her daughters of Albuquerque, Vanessa Ham and Marilyn Bauder (Mark); her grandchildren, Nicole Kleinsteuber (Billy), Michael Ham (Ava), Kacey Casey and Kyle Hogland, and great-grandchildren, Addison and...
John Pompa
Jul 30, 2024
John Pompa, 75, a resident of Albuquerque for most of his life, died at home July 30, 2024 after a short but heroic fight with cancer.
John was born in Carlsbad, New Mexico to Pete and Charlotte Pompa on March 21, 1949. John served 2 years in the United States Marine Corps in Vietnam.
John worked for many different auto...
Thomas Miskowicz
Jul 30, 2024
Thomas Charles Miskowicz, 85, born June 16, 1939, in Blue Island, IL, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, on July 30, 2024. Tom graduated from Thornton Township High School in Harvey, IL. He enlisted in the US Air Force and worked in the K-9 unit in the Office of Security Police. After his service, he earned...
Fentress "Ann" Kerns
Jul 30, 2024
Fentress "Ann" Kerns, age 82, mother and retired Albuquerque businesswoman, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, July 30th 2024. Ann was known for her wit, her entrepreneurship, her style, and her keen eye for interior design. Ann had many interests that captivated her attention - art, literature, history, music, and cooking among them. Ann was born in Columbus,...
Marilyn Kaye King
Jul 29, 2024
Marilyn Kaye King, 81, beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great-grandmother and Mother- in-law was called to her eternal resting place on July 29, 2024. She entered this world on October 4, 1942 in Berrien Center, MI, born to James and Hazel Dunn. She resided at the Bear Canyon Estates Independent Living Facility where she enjoyed the company of new friends and activities.
She...
Bettie (Little) Irwin
Jul 29, 2024
Bettie (Little) Irwin passed into the loving arms of the Lord on July 29, 2024. She lived in Katy, Texas with her daughter and had just celebrated her 103rd birthday.
Bettie was born in Greencastle, Indiana, 3rd of 4 sisters on 7/4/1921. Her father was a saw filer for lumber mills, so the family was always on the move. Even...
John Lenhart
Jul 29, 2024
John Anthony Lenhart (77) passed away on July 29, 2024 at Presbyterian Hospital in Albuquerque, New Mexico after bravely facing several health complications. His infectious smile stayed with him even throughout his last days.
Born on January 28, 1947 in Cleveland, Ohio, John was preceded in death by his parents Emily (Smetanka) and John Lenhart. He now joins his late brother...
Elizabeth Hansen
Jul 29, 2024
Elizabeth Suzanne Hansen, age 102, a longtime resident of Manzano del Sol, passed away July 29, 2024 at the VA Medical Center. Elizabeth served in the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II. After the war, she became a homemaker. She was very smart and enjoyed doing crossword puzzles until her eyesight failed.
She is preceded in death by her first...
Therma Friedland
Jul 28, 2024
On July 28, 2024, Lorraine Friedland, born on May 17th, 1943 in Yarmouth, Maine, passed away peacefully. She was a loving wife, mother, and sister. She is preceded in death by her late husband Barry Friedland of 55 years. Lorraine is survived by Bruce Sargent, David Friedland, Dan Sargent, Debbie Morrell, Bonnie McKennon, Dawn Michaels and Dennis Friedland. She has...
Fotini C. Cassimus
Jul 28, 2024
Fotini C. Cassimus of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away peacefully on July 28th, 2024 at the age of 100. Born on December 24th, 1923, in the village of Afra on the island of Corfu, Greece, Fotini was one of five children to George and Theodora Nakos. In April of 1950 she married Chris Cassimus, of Erikousa, Greece, and immigrated to...
Kenneth Simpson
Jul 28, 2024
Kenneth Dale Simpson (Ken) was born on July 1, 1943, in Littlefield, Texas. He spent most of his life in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Kenneth graduated from Sunray, TX High School in 1961.
Kenneth served as an Instrument Technician in the United States Air Force from January 1965. During the Vietnam War, he served in the United States and was involved with satellite...
Edward Lynn Link
Jul 28, 2024
Edward Lynn Link died on July 28, 2024. Lynn was born and raised in Fence Lake, New Mexico. His parents, Wilson and Ruth Link, were second generation homesteaders. He is survived by his son, Casey and wife, Tiffany; granddaughters, Hazel and Violet; stepchildren, Lori and Scott; brother, Bob and wife, Pam; nephews, John and Jeff; and niece, Audrey.
Lynn spent his...
John J. Havens II
Jul 28, 2024
In Loving Memory of John J. Havens II
John J. Havens II, beloved father and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 77 after a courageous battle with cancer. His warmth, kindness, and unwavering support will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Born on September 30, 1946, in El Paso, Texas, John lived a life full of love and...
Goldie Buckner
Jul 27, 2024
Goldie Buckner, age 97, peacefully returned to our Father Saturday 27, 2024, at Fairwinds Rio Rancho.
Goldie was born March 1, 1927, in Ayrshire, IA, the 11th of 12 children. She was born with light colored hair in contrast to the dark hair of the first ten children of their family, thus she received her name Goldie. Her farming parents were...
Barbara H. Sanchez
Jul 27, 2024
Barbara H. Sanchez passed on July 27, 2024.
She was predeceased by her mother Gertrude Fuchs, Aunt Anna Gross and Uncle Conrad Gross, cherished in-laws Fred and Nora Putnam, Dave and Alice Mora, Dorothy Litchfield and Jim McBride.
She is survived by her husband Frank Sanchez Jr., two children Steven (Suzanne), Regina (husband Ron), grandchildren Ryianna (husband Joe), Renee (husband Dave), Ryan...
Juan Francisco Velasco, Jr.
Jul 27, 2024
Juan Velasco Jr., beloved father and brother, passed away on Saturday, July 27th at age 60. A New Mexico native, Juan was known for his huge smile, signature voice and giving heart.
Juan was born in Nuremberg Germany in 1963, while his dad was stationed there with the US Army. The family returned home to Alamogordo, NM shortly thereafter. Juan was...
Noami Romero Slater
Jul 26, 2024
Noami Romero Slater was born on March 5, 1940, to the late Alex Romero
Sr., and Florinda Romero in Pojoaque, NM and died unexpectedly on July
26, 2024, in Albuquerque, NM. She was a devoted wife to Bob Slater for
60 years; a loving mother to Julie Slater Amato (Ron) and Patrick Slater
(Lynn Marie Rusaw); a caring grandmother to Matthew, Adam, Jovanna,
Estevan, Antonio,...
Guillermo F. Griego
Jul 26, 2024
With much sadness we announce the passing of our dear Husband, Father, Grandpa, Tata.
Surrounded by his family, Bill passed into his eternal resting place with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on July 26, 2024.
Bill was born the 4th son to Mauricio and Eloisa Griego on June 8, 1939.
He is preceded in death by his daughters Nester Ann Romero and...