Genevieve R. Quintana, age 92, passed away Friday, December 4, 2015 at home surrounded by her family. Genevieve is survived by her children, Linda Medina, Michael Quintana and wife, Helen, Carla Chirigos and husband, Mickey and Kathy Suarez and husband, Marshall; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband of...
Burgess, Joyce Joyce Laverne Burgess, a resident of Albuquerque and Placitas for 30 years, passed away in Hot Springs, Arkansas on December 4, 2015 at the age of 76. Joyce is survived by Edward Burgess her loving husband of more than 54 years. They were married in Royal, Arkansas on June 16, 1961. Joyce is lovingly remembered by her children,...
John Contreras, 73, beloved son, brother, father and grandfather, was called to his eternal resting place on December 3, 2015. He entered this world on May 17, 1942 in Veguita, NM, born to Manuel and Beatrice Contreras. He is survived by his mother Beatrice Contreras; his sister Mary Garcia and brother-in-law Gilbert Garcia; his four children: Sandra Donaldson, Rhonda Falcone,...
John Shirm Ingles, Jr., age 49, left us for his heavenly home on December 3, 2015. John Jr., was preceded in death by his grandparents Thelma Jones, George and Mignon Stevens; his great grandparents Ivan and Hazel Scarbrough. He is survived by his parents John and Tracy Ingles; brother Cameron Ingles and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. A memorial...
Paulita (Hernandez) Botello, 81, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and Matriarch, was called to her eternal resting place on Thursday, December 3, 2015. She entered this world on January 7, 1934. Paulita was the daughter of Ramon and Juanita Hernandez. She was married to the late Cruz R. Botello, the father of her children, who is also deceased. Paulita enjoyed making...
Sherry Marie (Hammond) Ricketts, born on April 6, 1949 in Clovis, New Mexico to James and Grace Omega Hammond, left this earth for her home in heaven on December 3, 2015, when she finally won her battle with cancer. The cancer died with her physical body, but Sherry went with her Heavenly Father to her eternal reward. Sherry is survived...
Our beloved Dad, John Joseph Hickerson, of Albuquerque, NM passed away Thursday, December 3, 2015 at the age of 95. John was born November 16, 1920 in Vandalia, Missouri. He was lovingly raised on the family farm by his parents, John Kenneth and Naomi Hickerson. John had two brothers, Jim and Earl, both of whom preceded him in death. He...
Calvin passed from this life on 12/03/15, age 91. Born in Corbett, OK, his family moved to Albuquerque in 1939 and he graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1942. Calvin served in WWII in the 410th Infantry (Medical Detachment) in France, Austria, and Germany. After the war, he returned to work at Albuquerque National Bank. He married Mary Elizabeth Botwinis...
March 18, 1925 - December 3, 2015 Born Gertrude Mary Ann Dillon in Denver, Colorado, Trudy graduated from Albuquerque High School and enjoyed many years in Albuquerque. Trudy's family and her faith were central to her life. A master homemaker, she had five children of her own and embraced several others as family members. Trudy was known for cooking nutritious...
Betty Christian Brown, 90, of Albuquerque, surrounded by her family, peacefully joined her husband, Edward S. Brown, Jr. on December 2, 2015. She is survived by her dear granddaughter, Natasha of California; granddaughter, Clarie S. Brown Miller of Albuquerque; great-grandchildren, Ty McCray and Shelby Ryan of Albuquerque and Tanner Dallas and Kyleigh Tate of Colorado Springs. She also leaves behind...
Tearnan, Robert "Bob" Robert "Bob" Tearnan, 89, our beloved husband and father, passed away on December 2, 2015. Robert is survived by his loving wife, Mary Baca Tearnan; sons Robert "Rob" Tearnan and Gary Moon, and daughters Therese Evangel Dishinger, Cheryl Doughramaji, Roxann Campbell and Karen Aragon. Bob loved his family and children. He found great joy in being called...
Gary Raper, 66, our beloved son and brother, passed away on December 1, 2015. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, January 16, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Westside. Donations may be made in Gary's name to the ARCA, www.arcaopeningdoors.org. FRENCH - Westside 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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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...