Michael A. Williamson, born 3/5/1942, passed away 6/28/2024
Michael is survived by wife, Mabel; daughters Veronica and partner, Scott; Carmen and partner, Matthew; sisters, Mary Edgar, and Ann Buck and husband, Patrick; along with numerous cousins, nephews, nieces, great nephews, and great nieces. Michael is preceded in death by his parents, John Paul and Mary Frances; brothers, David and Bruce.
Michael was...
Eloy M. Ramirez, 76, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, June 27, 2024. He was born in Roswell, N.M. on April 21, 1948, and is preceded in death by his parents, Amelia Mendoza and Manuel Ramirez, and sister Diana Sanchez. He was raised by his late grandparents George and Dominga Mendoza in Dexter and Hagerman, N.M.
He graduated from...
Lloyd Carter Wholey, Captain U.S. Navy (retired), age 98, died peacefully on June 27 at his daughter's home in Albuquerque. He is survived by his daughter, Debra Phillips and husband, Eric; son, John C. Wholey; two grandchildren, Ian Phillips and Lauren Sanchez, husband, Stephen; and two great-grandchildren, Cecilia Mae and Luisa Carter; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He...
Catherine Elizabeth Miles (née Foery), affectionately known as Cathy, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2024, at the age of 78 in Albuquerque, NM. Born on November 10, 1945, in Brooklyn, NY, Cathy dedicated her life to nurturing and caring for others both in her personal life and professional career.
Cathy married her next-door sweetheart in 1968 and was a devoted...
Lamar Duckworth, age 64, an Albuquerque businessman, passed away on June 6, 2024. He was a loving father and enjoyed going to family gatherings and events. He is survived by his two children, Jordan and Jaida Duckworth. He is also survived by his only sister, Kyra Nanco, and her husband, Alan Nanco. Lamar was preceded in death by his parents,...
Gladine Joy Mannel was born in Saint Louis, Missouri Thursday, December 24, 1936, to Gladine Gamble and Glenn Finch, adopted by Nathan Forsburg, they moved to Albuquerque, NM while young. Filled with adventure and creativity, Joy lived life to the full. Joy courageously raised three sons as a single mom in the 60’s & 70’s and did a great job....
Margaret Jean “Peg” Tool, 84, of Rio Rancho, NM died Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at her home surrounded by her family.
A celebration of life will be held at Community of Joy Lutheran Church on Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 11:00 am with Pastor Paul Schick as the Celebrant. A luncheon will be held in the Fellowship Hall at the church...
Dan Talmadge Creel, 89, passed away on June 25, 2024, at home in Albuquerque, New Mexico, surrounded by loved ones. Known as "Dad," "Grandpa," and "Uncle Dan," he was an amazing man and there will never be another like him. Born August 15, 1934, in Meridian, Mississippi to Annie Mae (Smith) and Henry Harmon Creel, Dan enlisted in the U.S....
Yew Ping Wong, 87, beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather was called to his eternal resting place on June 25, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He entered this world on March 23, 1937 in Toisan, China, born to Chew Yim Wong and Choy Gee Chin Wong. He is survived by his, wife Regina Wong; son Charles Wong and...
Raymond "Ray" Delno Bland, age 88, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2024. Ray's love and dedication to his family will forever be cherished by his wife of 49 years, Louise Bland; four children, Kathryn Shull, Jim Shull and his wife Christen, Paula Renton and her husband Tim, and Curt Bland; and eight grandchildren, Olivia Moore and her husband Ladan,...
Dr. William Dwight Hooton, DVM, age 75, passed away unexpectedly after a short hospitalization on Saturday, June 22, 2024.
Dwight was born in Jonesboro, Arkansas to Herbert Hillman Hooton and Jacque Marie Hooton on April 19, 1949. He spent most of his childhood in Albuquerque, New Mexico helping his parents raise, show and race quarter horses and thoroughbreds. This is the...
Manuel Carrillo Escobedo, de 90 años, falleció pacíficamente el 22 de junio de 2024 en su casa de Albuquerque, Nuevo México. Le sobreviven su esposa de 70 años, Carmen (Aguilar), y sus hijos: Antonio, Juan, Filiberto, Héctor, José Alfredo, Octavio y sus hijas Rosario, Guadalupe, Carmen, Clara, Petra, María Elena y Maritza. ; También le sobreviven cuarenta y cuatro nietos...
Albert Miera, 75, beloved spouse, son, and father, was called to his eternal resting place on June 22, 2024. He entered this world on December 25, 1948, in Albuquerque, NM, born to Albert and Josefita Miera.
Preceded in death by his beloved Wife of 55 years Mary Lou Miera. He is survived by his Daughters Angela Miera and Stephanie Miera; Brother...
Lisa Marie Merinar
Age 53, of Rio Rancho passed away Saturday, June 22, 2024.
Lisa is survived by her loving husband, Mark Merinar, her cat Billy, her brothers David (Marisa Gomez) Tess, James (Dori) Tess, her sister Jennifer (Michael) Doorhy, her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Calvin Merinar and Carol Merinar, her sister-in-law and brother-in-law Gene Merinar and Claire Merinar and many nieces and...
Marilyn Karen Field Porter, age 94, passed away peacefully June 21, 2024, surrounded by her beloved family in Albuquerque, NM. Marilyn was born March 10, 1930, to Eddie and Clara Field in Pelican Rapids, MN. Her family moved to Selah, WA when she was a young girl. Marilyn graduated from Seattle Pacific College with a degree in Home Economics and...
Muriel Travis Gatling, known by family and friends as Merle, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 21, 2024, at his home in Rio Rancho, NM.
Merle is survived by his wife, Joan; his children, Connie Brooks, Donnie Gatling and wife Stacy, Travis Gatling and wife Kim; stepdaughter, Maryann Meyers; nine grandchildren, Sheila Ortiz, David Brooks Jr, Kelly Armstrong, Meridith Venhaus, Megan...
Ernest M. Jaramillo, age 90, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family on June 21, 2024. A lifelong resident of Albuquerque, Ernest was born on January 5, 1934, to Demetrio and Lucia Jaramillo. He was one of nine children.
He was preceded in death by his parents; stepmother Lucy Jaramillo; brothers Walter, Junior, Herman, and Sam; and sisters, Adeline...
Darlene Parra, beloved Mother, Daughter, Spouse, Mother-in-law, Grandmother, Sister, and Niece, was called to her eternal resting place on June 20, 2024. She entered this world on September 30, 1961 in Santa Fe, NM, born to James and Betty Parra. She is survived by her daughter Sonia Vasquez, daughter Ray Ponce, son Saul Martinez, spouse Hector Martinez, son-in-law Saul Vasquez,...
Ode to Dorothy Jensen Blanchard (1923-2024)
In Milltown, nestled by New Jersey's streams
A small-town girl was born with mighty dreams
Dorothy Jensen, in the days of yore
Grew through trials the Great Depression bore
The Great Depression's somber grip, she faced with courage bright
In a patriotic home where valor was a guiding light
Her father, a hero of the first World War's fray
Instilled in her...
Barbara Ann Myers, 86 years of age, beloved wife, mother, sister and daughter, passed away peacefully Wednesday, June 19th, 2024. She was surrounded by her loving family at the moment of her passing.
Barbara was born July 10th, 1937 in Sulphur, Oklahoma to Thomas and Dorothy Jack. She was the oldest of 4 children, two of which preceded her in death....