RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
Maxine Ganyard
August 4, 2016
Maxine Munn Ganyard was born in Deckerville, MI to Ethel Brooks Munn and Otis J. Munn. When Maxine was one week old her mother passed away and her father gave her to her mother's sister, Ida Brooks Ross and husband, Charlie Ross, to raise. Two sisters went to live with another aunt. Maxine grew up in the Marlette, MI area....
Turner Williamson Branch
August 4, 2016
We lost a legend, a warrior, a champion, a respected colleague, and a very good and decent man this past week, Mr. Turner W. Branch, Esq. Turner W. Branch was born on August 22, 1938 in Houston, Texas to James and Juanita Branch. After a lengthy illness, he died in Phoenix, AZ on August 4, 2016 at the age of...
Thomas E. Miller Jr
August 4, 2016
Thomas E. Miller, Jr. 35, left this life on Thursday August 4, 2016. He was born August 18, 1980 in Peru, Indiana to Thomas E. Miller, Sr. and Connie Wilson. He graduated Altus High School in 1998. After graduation, he joined the Air Force and served 16 years. He married his sweetheart,Valerie in 2000. Tom was known for his extensive...
Jose A. Ulibarri
August 4, 2016
Jose A. Ulibarri, age 82, took the hand of the Lord August 4, 2016 in Albuquerque, NM. Jose was a Korean War veteran and served as Petty Officer, 2nd Class, SeaBee in the Navy. Jose was a life member of the Knights of Columbus, serving as Grand Knight for two years and District Deputy for two years. He was also...
Herman Maestas
August 3, 2016
Maestas, Herman Herman Maestas joined his beloved wife, Neyda Maestas of 67 years, his parents and siblings in heaven on August 3, 2016. Herman's extended family will deeply miss him and his wonderful stories from his 95 years. Born in San Ysidro, NM on September 17, 1920 to Atilano and Eloisa Maestas, Herman and Neyda had six children whom they...
James Royce Bewley
August 3, 2016
James R. Bewley, age 69, a loving father, devoted husband, loyal friend, and dedicated businessman passed away on Wednesday August 3, 2016. Jim was known for his generosity, fun nature, and business dedication. He will be fondly remembered by his family and close friends for all of the holiday gatherings, the world traveling adventures, and cheering on his favorite sport...
Lois T. Kao
August 2, 2016
Lois T. Kao, 85, a resident of Albuquerque since 1955, passed away on August 2, 2016. Lois is preceded in death by her husband, Simon; her son, Jeffrey, and her parents. She is survived by her children, James, his wife Debi, Joseph, Ignatius, Rose and Thomas, his wife Donna, and her grandchildren, Noelle, Malia and Mae-Ling. A Rosary will be...
Terry Robin Asher
August 2, 2016
Terry Robin Asher, 62, passed away after a short illness on August 2, 2016. He was born on January 11, 1954 in Fort Leavenworth, KS, and moved to Albuquerque in 1958. He graduated from Manzano High School in 1971, and earned his BS Degree in Microbiology at New Mexico Tech in Socorro. Growing up in Albuquerque during the race to...
Ralph DeSantiago Jr
August 2, 2016
Ralph DeSantiago, Jr., 65, a loved and well-known heavy equipment salesman, passed away in peace at his home on August 2, 2016. Ralph was known for being a loving father and grandfather, a loyal friend and for his dedication to his career. He is survived by his brother, Joe DeSantiago; three daughters, Rachel, Jessica and Brittney and four grand-children, Zoriah,...
Nancy Anaya
August 2, 2016
Nancy Anaya, 60, beloved mother who touched so many during her life, passed away at home surrounded by family and loved ones on August 2, 2016. Nancy was born August 3, 1955 in Santa Fe, NM, daughter to Juan and Erminia Manzanares. She was known for her faith in the Lord. Her interests were spending time with her family, grandchildren,...
Susan C. Mares
August 2, 2016
Susan Mares was called home to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on August 2, 2016. Susan was born to Eugene and Vangie Mares on July 23, 1965 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Everyone who knew Susan loved her smile, laugh, and big hugs. She had a sparkle in her eyes and a childlike innocence, and Susan's joy was evident to...
Richard John Szaroletta
August 2, 2016
Richard John Szaroletta, a brave WWII veteran, a member of the Greatest Generation and a generous friend to many, passed away on the morning of August 2, 2016 shortly after his 95th birthday. The cause of his unexpected death was sudden cardiac arrest due to complications from pneumonia. Richard was preceded in death by father Wallace Szaroletta (1953); mother Anastasia...
James H. Bejcek
August 1, 2016
James H. Bejcek, age 53, a favorite uncle, loving son and brother, passed away Monday, August 1, 2016. James was known for his humor and being a friend to everyone he met. He graduated from high school the same year his dad graduated college causing him and his dad to be small town celebrities in Midland, TX. After moving to...
Dorothy Brylinski
August 1, 2016
Brylinski, Dorothy "Dottie" Dorothy "Dottie" Brylinski passed away on August 1, 2016. Born in 1927, Dorothy lived her earliest years on the family homestead on the east side of Timber Mountain (a.k.a. Cerro Montoso) located west of Questa and the Rio Grande Gorge in western Taos County. Dorothy was the only child of D.K. Smith and Vera Newsome who met...
Socorro Maria Vigil Silva
August 1, 2016
Socorro Maria Vigil Silva, 91, loving wife, mother, and grandmother passed away peacefully at her home, on August 1, 2016, surrounded by her loving family. Socorro was born in Pecos, NM on June 18, 1925. Socorro married Agapito (Gap) E. Silva on August 12, 1946 in Gallup, NM. They were happily married for over 60 years until the passing of...
W. Brien Bopp
July 31, 2016
W. Brien Bopp, 71, passed away on Sunday, July 31, 2016 after a five month battle with liver cancer. Brien was born in 1945, in Williamstown, PA, to William S. and Marion Bopp. He received his associate's degree in Drafting from Penn State in 1966, which led to a job offer at Sandia National Labs. He accepted the challenge of...
Paul B. Mossman MD
July 31, 2016
1923 - 2016 Dr. Paul B. Mossman passed away peacefully with his wife, Ann by his side Sunday, July 31, 2016. He was born July 10, 1923 in Los Angeles. The youngest of three, Paul was preceded in death by his brother, Emmet; and sister, Virginia. He attended St. Anthony's High School in Long Beach, CA, graduated from the University...
James J. Rael
July 30, 2016
James J. Rael, 86, beloved brother and uncle, was called to his eternal resting place on July 30, 2016. He was preceded in death by his parents, Felicito and Catalina Rael; his brothers, Inez, Bernabe, Candido, Margarito, Pedro Antonio, and Juan Erminio; and his sister, Senaida. He is survived by his sister, Agueda Candelaria; niece, Dolores Amaya; and many family...
Robert H. "Bud" Marsh
July 30, 2016
Bud Marsh, age 95, a resident of Albuquerque since 1950 passed away on Saturday, July 30, 2016. Bud was predeceased by his wife, Velma Jean Marsh (Jeanie). He is survived by his three children, Rob Marsh of Lake Tahoe, Nancy Marsh Ware of Albuquerque, and Clinton Marsh and his wife, Elaine of Stafford, VA; grandchildren, Ryan Marsh of San Diego,...



