Gerald E. (Gerry) Williams, formerly of San Diego, passed away at the age of 74 on December 1, 2015. Born in Coral Gables, FL, Gerry spent a few memorable years in Cuba before living most of his life in San Diego, CA, and moving to Edgewood, NM in 2003. Gerry had a zest for life and enjoyed time with his...
James P. Nally, 92, died at his home in Edgewood, New Mexico on November 30, 2015. Mr. Nally was born in Morristown, New Jersey in June 1923 to Joseph and Elizabeth Nally. A 1942 graduate of Morristown High School, he was noted for his outstanding performance on both the baseball and basketball teams. After an honorable discharge from the United...
Robert Nilchee, born on October 4, 1951, passed away at the age of 64 on Monday, November 30, 2015. A son of the late Warren, Sr., and Amelia Nilchee of Albuquerque, NM. He is survived by six sisters and one brother; Erma Marbut, Mary Nilchee, Thelma Nilchee, and Melissa Woodcock, all of Albuquerque, Betty DuBois of Elmer, New Jersey, Ruth...
Floyd A. Smith, 80, died November 30, 2015. He is survived by his wife, Shirley Smith; his daughter, Lynette Hayes and husband, Kevin; his sister, Darlene Kopcial; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph A. and Sadie Smith; his brother, Ralph H. Smith and wife, Eleanor; his sister, Patricia Smith and niece, Melissa...
Dr. Christopher Pratt Leavitt passed away on November 30, 2015 at the age of 88 after a long, productive, and caring life. His last two years were spent peacefully at Casa de Rosa where their loving care is much appreciated. He was born in the Boston area on November 20, 1927, and grew up in Wellesley Hills, MA. His happiest...
Richard George Bemis, Sr., age 82, our precious patriarch, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 30, 2015 with his family by his side. Richard was known recently for his presence piloting radio-controlled airplanes in the flying fields around Albuquerque, for his volunteer work in the computer center at Manzano Mesa Multi-Generational Center and for his presence in the stands at...
Beverly Jo Cillessen, 75, a dedicated and selfless mom and grandmother, passed away November 30, 2015. Beverly lived in Denver, Colorado for a time but resided most of her life in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Beverly was always there for her children. She loved people and lived for her family. She made friends everywhere she went. In her younger years, she...
Burton Lynn Maxwell, Lt Col (ret), USAF, passed away Sunday, November 29, 2015. A loving husband, father, friend, teacher, veteran and servant, he will be missed by so many. Burt began his earthly adventure in Ponca City, Oklahoma on December 27, 1941. He graduated from Ponca City HS in 1959. In 1963, after spending summers working on the Denver freight...
A beautiful shining light was extinguished after a short but courageous battle with lung cancer on November 29, 2015. Marina Hendy was with her daughters and companion in her final moments. Marina H. Hendy was born in Limerick, Ireland in 1934 to Frederick Hendy and Matilda Baynham Hendy. She left Limerick after finishing school and moved to London where she...
Margaret Foster, 84, of Albuquerque, passed away November 29, 2015. She is preceded in death by her husband, Robert P. Foster Sr. She is survived by her children, Robert P. Foster Jr. and Anna Marie DeCoste; one grandson, Barry Foster; and one granddaughter, Ashley Miller. She was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force serving during the Korean...
Grace Sinfield, 20, cherished daughter of Brenda and Bill Sinfield and beloved sister of Gabriella Sinfield was tragically taken from us on November 29, 2015. Grace was born on May 15, 1995. She was an angel on earth, and she was taken too soon. She leaves behind a host of family and friends who love her dearly. A Memorial Service...
Richard (Dick) Striker, age 82, retiree of Sandia National Labs, has gone to be with his Heavenly Father on Sunday, November 29, 2015. He is survived by his children, Tina Lockhart, Denise Dumit, Sharon Trigg, Pat Striker, Joe Striker, Don Striker and Mike Striker; nine grandchildren, Michael, Sean, Matthew and Erik Lockhart, Chris Colgan, Michelle Trigg, Joseph and Shawn Striker,...
Michael Sheikh Jr., age 81, passed away in Spokane, WA. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Sandy Sheikh of Albuquerque; son, Michael M. Sheikh and wife, Joy of Spokane; two grandchildren, Troy Sheikh and Laura Anne Sheikh; brother, Mahmoud Sheikvand of Los Angeles, CA; sister, Frough Houmanfar of Reno, NV and many nieces and nephews. A Memorial...
Emma A. Gillespie, 95, longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away on November 28, 2015, surrounded by her family. She is survived by three children and their families; one sister; and many extended family members. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, December 8, 2015, 6:00 p.m., at FRENCH-University. Emma...
Robert G. Eres, 92, longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away on November 27, 2015. He is survived by two daughters, Toni Gutierrez and Marjorie Burciaga; grandchildren, Deborah Arnett and husband, Joseph, and Rick Gutierrez and wife, Kimberly; great-grandchildren, Sabrina Gutierrez, Maverick Gutierrez, Tristan Arnett, and Mikeah Arnett; nephew, Joe Ontiveros; niece, Bernie Balizan; dear friend, Casey; and many extended family...
Eberhard "Lou" M.W. Lubitz, 72, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, died on 27 November 2015 at 4:51p.m; surrounded by his family and friends. He was born in Stolp, Germany to Max and Gerda Anneliese Lubitz. Lou is survived by his wife Valerie of 32 years and mother-in-law Mary Jane Bunce, sons Richard, Albert (Kathy) and Max (Andrea) and sister Monica (Udo)...
Louise Rolfe Wood Klein, 74, beloved mother and grandma was called to her eternal resting place on November 26, 2015. She entered this world on October 18, 1941 in Houston, TX. She was raised in Santa Fe New Mexico and raised her children and grandchildren in Albuquerque. Preceded in death by her father Edward R "Ned" Wood (daddy Jefe), Mother...
Margaret (Margie) Alice Sandoval of Albuquerque, NM, born January 11, 1946 in Sacramento, CA. She dedicated her life to caring for her family and those less fortunate, her husband Joe Sandoval, her Children; Michelle Sandoval, Michael Sandoval (Rocky), Melissa Merrick (Kevin) and her grandchildren Austin, Delanie, Danielle, Hunter, Kerri, Kameron and Jasper. Margie was preceded in death by her mother,...
Margaret Byrd Williams Silva, 80, accomplished gardener and dedicated mother and grandmother, passed away on Thanksgiving evening, 26 November, 2015. Margo was a creative and talented woman who spent a lifetime teaching others the things that mattered to her most - gardening, art and nature. She spent countless hours leading nature walks with her children and many of their friends,...
Michael Young, Ph.D., 67, passed away on November 25, 2015. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Clara Young, as well as other loving family members and friends. Mike spent 40 years serving at Sandia National Laboratories as a nuclear engineer. During his free time he enjoyed computer programming, woodworking as well as other artistic expressions. Friends and...