RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
Kenneth Hamilton Slick
May 27, 2016
Kenneth Hamilton Slick, 88 years old, a beloved husband and father, was called home to his Lord on May 27, 2016. Kenneth was born in Taneytown, Maryland on February 14, 1928 to Charles and Anne Slick and was the third of seven children. Kenneth was a veteran of World War II, serving in the US Army and stationed in Germany...
Shawn Selva
May 27, 2016
Shawn Selva, 39, passed away on May 27, 2016. He was born on June 15, 1976 in Albuquerque, NM, born to Brad and Bonnie Selva. He is survived by his mother, Bonnie Selva; father, Brad Selva; children, Ashlynn and Kinley Selva, Bryan and Mikayla McDowell, and their mom, Lindsey Selva; "Nonnie", Barbara Blair; and many uncles ,aunts, cousins, and friends....
Margaret "Lynn" Daily
May 27, 2016
Margaret "Lynn" Daily, age 95, passed away peacefully surrounded by love on Friday, May 27, 2016. Lynn was known for her caring heart and creative mind. She always looked forward to meeting new people and was the biggest cheerleader for those she loved. She took people under her wing in many circumstances and made them feel cherished and valued. As...
Roy John Nielsen
May 27, 2016
Roy John Nielsen, 85, passed away Friday, May 27, 2016 surrounded by his family in Albuquerque, NM . He was preceded in death by his parents Roy and Eleanore Nielsen and daughter Jane Moriarty. Roy was born May 31, 1930 in Racine, Wisconsin where he lived until he enlisted in the Air Force, was stationed in Albuquerque, NM and proudly...
Nelda Elkins
May 26, 2016
Elkins, Nelda, age 77, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 26, 2016, following a heart attack. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Jim Elkins; four children, Pardue, Allan, Gayla Campbell and Trisha Elkins; nine grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and her brother, Gene Garner. Memorial Services will be held on Tuesday, May 31, 2016, 10:30 a.m.,...
Eleanor Black
May 26, 2016
Eleanor Black, age 79, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother was called to her eternal home with Christ on May 26, 2016 following a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born in El Paso, TX, the daughter of George and Martha DuSang. Eleanor was preceded in death by her husband, Jim and her parents. She is survived by her brother,...
David L. Stretch Sr
May 26, 2016
David L. Stretch Sr., 96, of Albuquerque died on Thursday, May 26, 2016. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 49 years, Dorothy Hembree Stretch. He was born in Aliquippa, PA. As a young man he "rode the rails" and worked in the steel mills. He proudly served his country, for 20 years, in the U.S. Army...
John Zahari
May 25, 2016
John Zahari, age 83, passed away on Monday, May 25, 2016. John was preceded in death by his parents, Louie and Lisa Zahari; and two brothers. He is survived by his wife, Lorraine of 59 years; one daughter, Waltraud of Germany; a devoted niece, Janet Denny (Greg) and one sister, Anna Denny (Richard); sister-in-law Rita (Rudy) Conrad; niece Sandra Conrad;...
Virginia Failla
May 25, 2016
Failla, Virginia Ann "Jenny" (1953-2016) passed away on May 25, 2016 surrounded by family. She is survived by her three children, Jason Lucas (wife Kelly, son Corey, Kyle and daughter Reyna) Stephanie Raymond (husband Trent, daughters Breanna, Brittany, Savannah and Stephanie) and Peter Failla (wife Cynthia, daughters Brianne, Rose and Erika.) A graveside funeral service will be held on Sunday...
Clifford James "C.J." Breitweg
May 25, 2016
C.J. Breitweg, 29, a beacon of light that shined radiantly on anyone who chanced upon meeting him, a loving son, brother and friend, passed away Wednesday, May25, 2016. He was best known for his musical talent, his weight lifting and martial arts skills, his quiet introspective demeanor and his love of Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings. His Christian...
Alice VanBaak
May 25, 2016
Alice Van Baak, age 95, concluded her earthly journey and is now with our Lord and Savior. Alice will be deeply missed by many nephews and nieces and especially her nephew, David Vis. Alice is preceded in her death by her husband, Paul, ("Van") and her daughter, Katherine Green. Alice was a teacher/educator for many years in both Albuquerque and...
Naomi Jean Falk
May 25, 2016
Naomi Jean Falk, age 82, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother of Albuquerque, New Mexico, went to be with the Lord after a long illness on Wednesday, May 25, 2016. She was born in Cove, Arkansas to John and Lillie Combs. Naomi married Norman Falk on August 8, 1965. Naomi was an enthusiastic gardener and was dedicated to helping others. She...
Alvin L. Spradlin
May 25, 2016
Alvin L. Spradlin, beloved husband of Joanne, passed away May 25, 2016. He was born June 30, 1936 in Clayton, NM 3rd son of Fred B. Spradlin and Annie Lenora Lambert. He was a lifelong resident and proponent of New Mexico. He graduated from Clayton High School in 1954 and was a member of the last graduating class at New...
Mary Margaret "Peggy" Armijo
May 24, 2016
Visitation Details
Monday, June 6th, 2016, 5:00pm - 6:00pm, FRENCH - Lomas
Service Details
Monday, June 6th, 2016, 6:00pm, FRENCH - Lomas
Tuesday, June 7th, 2016, 9:00am, The Shrine of St. Bernadette Catholic Church
Interment Details
Santa Fe National Cemetery
Juliet A. Main
May 23, 2016
Juliet Arlene Main, known to her friends and family as Julie, passed away Monday, May 23, 2016. A long-time Texan, Julie moved to Albuquerque in 2011. Julie is survived by her son, Charles A. Main, of Albuquerque; her mother, Beth Shilcutt Main, of Albuquerque; and her brother, Philip Todd Main and wife, Diane Lynn Main, of Niwot, Colorado. Julie was...
Mary Lou Hoff
May 22, 2016
Mary Lou Hoff, age, 81 of Rio Rancho, NM, passed away Sunday, May 22, 2016 at the Lovelace Gentiva Hospice Center in Albuquerque, NM. Mary Lou was born on a farmstead in Portal, ND to Louie and Lottie (Grandrud) Nygaard December 18, 1934. She went to school at Lignite, ND graduating in 1954. After graduating high school, she married Walter...
Andres Rivera
May 22, 2016
Andres Rivera, age two, beloved son, passed away on Sunday, May 22, 2016. Andres always had a smile and touched so many hearts. He will be missed and never forgotten. We love you, Andres. Andres is survived by his father and mother, Gabriel and Candice Rivera; siblings, Cherish, Jazzmine, and Levi; grandparents, Bobby and Mary Bryant, and Raul and Carol...
Sencionita V. "Sennie" Jaramillo
May 22, 2016
Sencionita V. Jaramillo (Sennie), age 81, a dedicated wife, mom and grandma went home to be with our Lord and Savior on May 22, 2016 surrounded by her family. Sennie was a hard-working and loving person. She was devoted to the Catholic Church and loved spending time with her family. She retired from Sandia National Laboratories as an Electronics Assembler....
Malcolm M. "Mac" Bryant
May 22, 2016
Malcolm "Mac" Bryant, Jr., age 86, a well-known Albuquerque businessman, passed away Sunday, May 22, 2016. Mac served 27 years as a decorated officer in the U.S. Army, before enjoying another 37 years with Albuquerque Lincoln-Mercury. Mac was known for his dedicated work ethics and professional appearance. Mac was preceded in death by his father, Major Malcolm M. Bryant, Sr.,...



