Obituaries

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

Anthony Evola Sr

Anthony Evola Sr

Nov 29, 2016

Anthony Evola, Sr. passed away on November 29, 2016. He was born on December 30, 1927 in New York City to Lucia and Gaspare Evola. Anthony was happily married to his wife of 63 years, Millie Evola. He proudly served his country in the US Navy for two years before serving in the New York City Fire Department for 21...

Wilma Baxter

Wilma Baxter

Nov 29, 2016

Wilma Baxter, 95, died November 29, 2016. She is survived by her daughter, Sandra Baxter and her son, Scott Baxter. Wilma was preceded in death by her husband, Robert. Wilma worked at Los Alamos National Labs where she met Robert. A Funeral Service will be Saturday, December 3, 2016, 3:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Lomas. Interment will take place Wednesday,...

Lt. Christopher F. Silleroy, (Ret.)  USN

Lt. Christopher F. Silleroy, (Ret.) USN

Nov 29, 2016

Lt. Christopher F. Silleroy, USN (Ret.) died unexpectedly on November 29, 2016, at age 70. He is survived by his devoted sister, Dr. Rene S. Silleroy; and his caring brother, Woods Silleroy; as well as by a world of admirers. A private family service will be held and he will be buried with full military honors at the National Veterans...

Christopher Silleroy

Christopher Silleroy

Nov 29, 2016

Christopher Silleroy passed away on Nov 29, 2016. Christopher’s loved ones are composing Christopher’s obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Candace Christine Cloud

Candace Christine Cloud

Nov 28, 2016

Candace Christine Cloud, 54, died November 28, 2016. She is survived by her husband, Bruce Eversmeyer; her parents, Leon and Linda Cloud; her sisters, Barbara Cloud, Carol Bennett and Brenda Cloud; several nieces and nephews; and many friends. Candace was born May 4, 1962 in San Francisco and spent the bulk of her childhood in several small towns in Idaho....

Col. Daniel George Apostalon

Col. Daniel George Apostalon

Nov 28, 2016

Col. Daniel George Apostalon, Ret. USAF, age 88, born on August 19, 1928, passed to his eternal home on November 28, 2016. Dan joined the Air Force on October 6, 1951. Among his many stellar honors while serving were the Bronze Star, Meritorious Service Medal, Joint Service Commendation, and Presidential Unit Citation. In 1955, he met the love of his...

Jack Kroehnke

Jack Kroehnke

Nov 28, 2016

Jack Kroehnke, the first public affairs officer at NASA's White Sands, NM, Test Facility, and later one of 42 artists in a Smithsonian Institution exhibit of space exploration art, died Monday, November 28, 2016 at his home in Albuquerque. He was 85. Kroehnke, born in Chicago February 9, 1931, studied art under muralist Otto Hake at the Chicago Institute of...

Roman "Butch" G. Hubbell II

Roman "Butch" G. Hubbell II

Nov 27, 2016

Roman G. Hubbell II, known to all as "Butch," passed away suddenly at home on November 27, 2016. He will be remembered as a loving father, grandfather, great grandfather, and brother, as well as an avid sportsman, friend to all who knew him, and philanthropist. Roman was born April 29, 1940, the son of Roman G. and Elizabeth Ley Hubbell,...

Gerald Alma Robertson

Gerald Alma Robertson

Nov 27, 2016

Gerald Alma Robertson, 84, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 27, 2016. Gerald was born in Gooding, Idaho on November 17, 1932. He served honorably in the U.S. Air Force from 1954 to 1977, including a term of service in Vietnam. Gerald received bachelor's and master's degrees in Electrical Engineering from the Air Force Institute of Technology. While in the...

George Gurule

George Gurule

Nov 27, 2016

George Gurule, 65, beloved brother, father, grandfather and most cherished husband, passed away Sunday, November 27, 2016. He was taken from us entirely too soon. George was an avid fisherman and woodworker, a wonderful husband, and was well-known for his kindness, sense of humor and beautiful laughter. He is survived by his wife, Karen; his daughter, Emily Gurule-Forgette; son-in-law, Jason...

David Holton House

David Holton House

Nov 27, 2016

House, David Holton David House, 57, passed November 27, 2016. David was known as a computer expert, musician, voice over, film and TV actor (most notably on the hit series, Breaking Bad). David also worked in radio, first at Antioch College, then in Key West and lastly, at KUNM as the Music Director for 16 years. David was the volunteer...

Eileen M. Bird

Eileen M. Bird

Nov 27, 2016

Eileen M. Bird, age 91, of Albuquerque, passed away Sunday, November 27, 2016. She is survived by her children, Richard Bird (Patricia), Donald Bird (Anita), Diana Rew (Rick), Doug Bird (Annie Jaques) and Dana Bird (Katherine); her grandchildren, Kelly, Ryann, Daniella, Michael, Sarah, Julia, John, Mariah, Ashley, Amanda, Adriana, Cassandra and Trevor; 10 great-grandchildren; and many other loving family members...

Elsie Aileen Borges

Elsie Aileen Borges

Nov 27, 2016

Elsie Aileen Borges, 91, was called to her eternal resting place on Sunday, November 27, 2016 following a lengthy illness. Elsie was of a Norwegian family who homesteaded north of Hinsdale, on the Montana Highline. Her parents were Ole and Mari Svalheim. Elsie was the ninth of ten children born to Mari and Ole on January 29, 1925. As the...

Bryon Kent Cloer

Bryon Kent Cloer

Nov 27, 2016

Bryon Kent Cloer, the son of Bobby and Elizabeth Cloer, was born on March 24, 1957, in Stillwater, Oklahoma. He went to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 27, 2016, at the age of 59. Bryon graduated from Oklahoma State University in 1980 with a Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering. He was recruited by Sandia National Laboratories and moved...

Barbara Eagle

Barbara Eagle

Nov 26, 2016

Barbara Eagle, 88, known to her family and friends as Honey, passed away peacefully November 26, 2016. Left to carry on her legacy are her daughter, Stephanie; and son, Richard, both residing in the Albuquerque area. Her beloved grandchildren are Jon Withers, Leah Mortenson (Brett), Ian Eagle and Zac Eagle. Great-grandchildren are Jonah and Phoebe. Barbara was born in Charleroi,...

James Joseph Velasquez

James Joseph Velasquez

Nov 26, 2016

James Joseph Velasquez, Jr., longtime resident of Albuquerque, entered into heaven on November 26, 2016. He is survived by his parents, James Joseph Velasquez, Sr. and Genivive Velasquez; son, James Joseph Velasquez III; brother, Christopher Velasquez; grandpa, Chris Ortega; godparents, Norman and Irene Patterson; one uncle; three aunts and numerous extended family members. James was preceded in death by his...

Lawrence W. Martin

Lawrence W. Martin

Nov 26, 2016

Lawrence W. Martin, age 93, passed away on Saturday, November 26, 2016. He is survived by numerous extended family members. He served in the US Navy during WWII. Visitation will be Wednesday, November 30, 2016, 5:00 p.m. followed by the Rosary at 6:00 p.m. at FRENCH - University. Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, December 1, 2016, 10:00 a.m. at...

Jack Norton Moise

Jack Norton Moise

Nov 26, 2016

Jack Norton Moise, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away on November 26, 2016. He entered this world on August 28, 1928 in Cassopolis, MI, born to Leon Moses and Lucile Norton. Jack and his young family moved to Albuquerque in 1957. Throughout his entire work career, he was involved in the motor freight business. While in Michigan, he...

Donald K. Holck

Donald K. Holck

Nov 26, 2016

Donald K. Holck was born February 7, 1931 in Britt, IA. He passed away at home, surrounded by his grandchildren on Saturday, November 26, 2016 in Albuquerque. Don graduated from Iowa State College (now Iowa State University) as an Electrical Engineer in 1958. He was a Technical Sergeant in the U.S. Air Force and a Korean war veteran. Don and...

Col. Roger W. Mickelson

Col. Roger W. Mickelson

Nov 26, 2016

Colonel Roger W. Mickelson, (U.S. Army, Retired) 1936-�2016 Roger Mickelson had his final change of command on Saturday, November 26, 2016, due to complications from injuries sustained in an automobile accident caused by another driver running a red light. Roger will be remembered as an influential individual in military, educational, community and political affairs, someone who loved his country, his...