April 25, 2017

Nathaniel Davis Joiner Jr. went to join his wife, Trena Therese Marsh-Joiner April 25, 2017. He lived seven decades serving his country, family, community and above all else, God.

Joiner, 71, was born February 9, 1946 in Tallulah, Louisiana. He was a true southern gentleman. He believed in traditional values,  such as, seeing someone in need and...

April 25, 2017

Guadalupe Griego, 89, a loving and dedicated mother, born in Las Vegas, NM and a resident of Albuquerque since 1961, died Tuesday April 25, 2017.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Antonio “Tony” Griego in 1982. “Lupe” is the eldest of nine siblings and was also preceded in death by her brother, Benjamin; mother, Agripina and father,...

April 25, 2017

Jacob D. Barboa, “Jake” died peacefully at his home on Tuesday, April 25, 2017 in Albuquerque, NM at the age of 82.

Jake is survived by his wife, Marion Barboa; children, Arlette Reynolds and husband, Buddy Reynolds, and Lynnette Barboa and husband, Paul Rusnock. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Laurette Leigh Barboa. He is...

April 25, 2017

Frances Davis Bratton was born on October 15, 1932, in Pueblo, CO and died peacefully at her home in Albuquerque, NM on April 25, 2017. She was preceded in death by her parents, Floyd Davis and May Elizabeth Darrington Davis; and her husband, Howard C. Bratton. She is survived by her sister, Laura Davis Lindsay of Bremerton, FL; Howard...

April 24, 2017

Lauri Hobus, 59, of Gettysburg, South Dakota, and Albuquerque, New Mexico, died on Monday, April 24, 2017, following a brief illness.

She was born in Gettysburg, SD, on March 12, 1958, to Maurice E. and Ruth (Nold) Hobus. Lauri attended Pleasant View and Lebanon Schools, and graduated from Hoven...

April 24, 2017

Belisandro Mares, 94, born in Black Lake, NM and longtime resident of Albuquerque NM, died Monday, April 24, 2017. He is survived by his beloved wife, Mary; son, Gary; daughter, Michele Boland;  son-in-law, John Boland; daughter,  Janelle Howe; grandchildren, Sam Mares (Brianne), Victoria Boland, Andrea Howe, Rio Mares, Winston Howe and Matthew Boland; great-grandchildren, Jayden Howe, Myah Drummond and...

April 24, 2017

Anthony James “Tony” Donato

8/27/65 – 4/24/17

Son, brother, husband, father, and grandfather, at peace at last. Tony was a kind, loving soul who was devoted to his family and friends. He left behind three children he treasured, Heather Wood and husband, Tyrone, Robin Varela and husband, Vincent, and Anthony Donato. He was blessed with...

April 24, 2017

Florence Alexander, age 104, died April 24, 2017.  Rosary will be recited Friday, April 28, 2017, 8:00 a.m., followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 8:30 a.m., both at Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic Church, 2621 Vermont NE.   Interment will take place at Gate of Heaven Cemetery.

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April 23, 2017

Lt. Col. Henry (Hank) H. Whitney, Army National Guard, Ret., age 96, loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather passed away Sunday, April 23, 2017, Hank was preceded in death by his wife, Louise.

Lt. Col. Whitney served in active service from February 1941 to December 1945 as an enlisted man in the U.S. Army Air...

April 23, 2017

Clyde D. "Buzz" Babcock, 92, died Sunday, April 23, 2017.

He is survived by his children, Thomas L. Babcock, Steven R. Babcock, William D. Babcock; and partner, Norman F. Strizek, David J. Babcock, and Linda R. Riley, and partner, Gina Rhodes; four grandchildren, Todd Szpunar, and wife, Wendy, Rachel Szpunar, Noah Babcock and wife, Donna, and Steven...

April 23, 2017

Janice D. Bushee, 74, died April 23, 2017.

She is survived by her husband, Terry; her children, David Bushee and wife, Lise and Debora Russell and husband, Marc; grandson, Randy Bushee and fiance, Terra; and many other family and friends.  Mrs. Bushee was preceded in death by her parents, Dale and Jane Hanely; and her brother, Jimmy.  ...

April 22, 2017

Anna J. Goodridge, 76, passed away Saturday, April 22, 2017. Anna was a teacher in Albuquerque for many years. She loved teaching children and especially enjoyed teaching art. She was a member of the Placitas Creative Spirits Art Group and displayed her art in local galleries. She is survived by a brother in Indiana and a sister in Nevada...

April 22, 2017

Donald K. Hughes, 75, loving husband, father and brother passed away Saturday, April 22, 2017.  Donald was a long haul truck driver who visited almost every state in his 50 years on the road.  He enjoyed sharing stories of his adventures on the road and riding his Harley with his wife of 51 years.  He was always quick to...

April 22, 2017

Allen Edwin Rasmussen, 89, joined the Lord on April 22, 2017. Allen was born in Platte, SD to Adolph Emmaus and Bertha Eleanor (Thomson) Rasmussen on June 29, 1927; he was raised on the family farm southwest of Platte and attended public school in Platte and later studied chemistry at Augustana College in Sioux Falls, SD where he met...

April 22, 2017

Leola Stafford, age 87, our family matriarch, beloved mother, grandmother, sister and aunt, was called to her eternal resting place on April 22, 2017.

Born to Lewis and Lucille Williams in Vernon, TX.  Leola Stafford, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved one's.

She is survived by 11 children, Mary Woods and family, Andra Woods, Shannon...

April 21, 2017

William Tryens passed away peacefully on April 21, 2017 in Albuquerque, NM. Bill was predeceased by his wife, Christine; and his parents, Harry and Marie Tryens. Bill is survived by his son, Daniel, Daniel’s wife, Amanda, and granddaughter, Ahnalise; along with siblings Judy, Alan, and Jeff.

Bill was born is Chester, PA in 1951. In 1969 he...

April 21, 2017

Kenneth L. Martin was a man adored by all. He passed away Friday, April 21, 2017, surrounded by loved ones. He leaves behind his wife, Delia; his daughters, Lori and Lisa; his grandchildren, Tyler and Kylie; brothers, Wayne and Avin; sisters, Darlene, Lynelle and Marjorie as well as many nieces and nephews.

Kenneth was born January 19,...

April 21, 2017

Frances "Joan" McGinnis, 76, passed away peacefully in her home on Friday, April 21, 2017. Born in Chicago, IL in October 1940, she moved with her family to New Mexico when she was ten years old, and lived most of her life in Albuquerque's North Valley.

She is survived by her three sisters, Janice Pollard, Janine Carter...

April 21, 2017

Ferdinando Rael, age 87, of Sandia Park, NM passed away peacefully in his home on April 21, 2017.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Fidel and Juanita Rael; his beloved son, Luis Rael; and daughter, Josie Vargas.  He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Edwina Rael; his children, Bertha Moya, Dolores and husband,...

April 21, 2017

Katherine J. (Wanda) Stewart passed peacefully at the age of 90 at the home of her daughter and son-in-law in Albuquerque. She was a passionate conservationist, organic gardener and advocate for animals. She was most proud of her family and the genealogical library in Roswell that she helped establish. The Wilson-Cobb library carries her Cobb family name. She was...