RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
Helen Wilson Davis
April 7, 2016
Helen Wilson Davis, age 93, formerly of Louisville, KY, died peacefully at her home in Albuquerque, NM April 7, 2016, after a long battle with lung cancer. Born February 13, 1923 in Irvington, KY, Helen was the second youngest of eight children, and a graduate of the old Louisville Girls High School. In August 1941 at age 18, she married...
Anna T. Jeschke
April 7, 2016
Anna T. Jeschke, age 82, passed away on Thursday, April 7, 2016. She is survived by four children, David Jeschke and wife, Sharon of Spokane, WA, Jerome Jeschke and wife, Leona of Cody, WY, Francis Jeschke and wife, Carmen of Deming, NM, and Paulette Taylor and husband Jay of Albuquerque, NM; seven grandchildren, Kim Veltkamp, Joe Veltkamp, Jake Jeschke, Francine...
Nena Brannan
April 7, 2016
Nena Brannan, 94, beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, was called to her eternal home on April 7, 2016, following a short illness. She was born September 2, 1921 in Belen, NM, the daughter of Antonio and Manuela Gutierrez. She was preceded in death by her husband, Glen, her parents, and her six siblings. She is survived by her three...
Albert Gus Moore
April 7, 2016
Albert Gus Moore Jr, 74, died April 7, 2016. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Linda Jo "Lj" Moore; his son, Kevin Moore and wife, Debi; grandson, Leif; and many other family and friends including two sisters. Al was preceded in death by his parents, Albert Sr. and Alice Moore. He was a graduate of Sandia High...
Jean C. Pederson
April 6, 2016
Jean C. Pederson, 82, met her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ April 6, 2016. She was born in Clarksville, AR to Asa and Elizabeth Williams. Jean is survived by her husband of 63 years, Phil; her children, Tammy Forester and husband, Steve, Tim Pederson and wife, Sandy; grandchildren, Jennifer Clark and husband, Korey, Jessica Muniz and husband, Jessie; great grandchildren,...
Shirley A. Giannini
April 6, 2016
Giannini, Shirley A. Shirley A. Giannini, 80, passed away April 6, 2016. She is survived by her children, Stephanie Giannini, Kathleen Young and husband Lloyd, Macey Giannini II and Karen Giannini; grandchildren, Christopher Falvey and wife Tatjana, Bobby Young and wife Alara, Joseph Falvey and wife Julia, Jennifer Garcia and husband Daniel, Nathan Giannini, Trevor Giannini, and Kassandra Giannini and...
MaryLou Reed
April 6, 2016
Reed, MaryLou (April 17, 1926, Asheville, NC - April 6, 2016, Garden City, KS) passed peacefully just prior to her 90th birthday. MaryLou was preceded in death by her husband of over sixty years, James Franklin Reed. MaryLou is survived by three children, Michael Alan and wife Sue, Jennifer Pecastaing, and Susan Patricia. She is grandmother to six, Aaron and...
Margaret A. Rue
April 6, 2016
Margaret A. Rue, age 80, died Wednesday, April 6, 2016. She is survived by her sons, Daniel "Ernie" Gomez and wife, Rebecca, Edward Gomez and wife, Maria, Phillip Gomez and wife, Claudia, and Gregory Gomez and wife, Elizabeth; ten grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; sisters, Gloria Dominquez and husband, Joe, Betty Wolff, Lorrina Rodriquez and husband, Paul, and Lucy Rodriquez; brother, Jimmie...
Christine Contreras
April 6, 2016
Christine, age 90, of Albuquerque, was reunited with her husband on April 6, 2016. She is survived by her daughter, Marie Vining and husband Michael; her grandsons, Matthew and Mitchell Vining. She also leaves behind her sister, Lupe Sanchez as well as other loving family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Max Contreras; and her...
Jill Warth
April 6, 2016
Jill Warth, 61, beloved wife and mother, passed away on Wednesday, April 6, 2016. Jill was born on August 17, 1954 in Albuquerque, NM, to Thearon and Joann Anderson. She will always be remembered for her sweet nature, warm and generous heart, and for always being everyone's mom. She is survived by her husband of 42 years, Gregory Warth; children,...
Donald Frank Kidder
April 5, 2016
Donald Frank Kidder, age 82, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2016 surrounded by his loved ones. Don's full life encompassed many experiences as a husband, father, and grandfather. He enjoyed numerous interests throughout his life. He was an avid outdoorsman as well as a multisport athlete who loved to play golf. He served in the US Air Force during...
Robert E. Dymsza
April 5, 2016
Robert E. Dymsza, 82, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, April 5th 2016. Bob was funny, smart, loving, loyal and proud of his family. He loved sharing a great meal with family and friends. He loved to laugh and he loved being surrounded by people who enjoyed the art of telling a good story or a corny joke....
Elizabeth L. Caldwell
April 5, 2016
Elizabeth Caldwell, 93, beloved mother and wife, was called to her eternal resting place on April 5, 2016. She entered this world on March 9, 1923 in Jackson, MI, born to Charles and Mary Smeltzer. She is survived by her sons Mark Caldwell (Debbie), Robert Caldwell (Dana) and Stephen Caldwell (Karen); her granddaughters Cassi Caldwell and Kristin Tomany; grandson Colton...
Evaristo Muller
April 5, 2016
Our hero, my husband, our dad, our papa, Evaristo Muller, joyfully entered this world on February 5, 1933 and left our world a sadder, more lonely place on April 5, 2016 to join in eternal paradise his beloved first granddaughter, Amberlee, his parents, Hilario and Arculiana Muller, and his siblings Albino, Oralia, and Eloy. Evaristo was born in Albuquerque, and...
Barbara Ann Johnston
April 5, 2016
Barbara Ann Johnston, age 78 passed away on Tuesday, April 5, 2016. She was born in Fort Worth, Texas. Barbara was a resident of Rio Rancho for the past eight years. She was a proud mother of seven; grandmother of 15; great grandmother of seven. Barbara will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved her. She is preceded...
Denae Dawn Davis
April 5, 2016
On April 5, 2016, Denae Dawn Davis, 29, beloved daughter and sister was called to her Eternal Father. She entered this world on January 11, 1987 in Albuquerque, NM. She was the youngest of four children and only daughter born to Ben and Deborah Davis. She is survived by her mother, Deborah Davis; grandfather, William Barton who was a huge...
David A. Fike
April 5, 2016
David A. Fike, 66, of Albuquerque, NM - son, brother, husband, uncle, and father, died in his home Tuesday, April 5, 2016, surrounded by his biggest fans. David endured a battle with advanced pancreatic cancer. He is preceded in death by his father, Paul H. Fike and sister, Phyllis Ann. David is survived by his wife, Jan D. Fike; son...
Beulah Ione Sears
April 4, 2016
Beulah Ione Sears, age 93 and a resident of Albuquerque, NM since 1928, went home to be with our Lord and Savior and her beloved husband Eddy, Monday, April 4, 2016. Beulah was a wonderful wife and mother. She was a member of Faith Chapel Church for 64 years and loved her Lord. Beulah was preceded in death by her...
Dennis A. Schlessinger
April 4, 2016
Dennis A. Schlessinger, age 65, was born in St. Louis, MO to Kenneth and Lorraine Schlessinger. Our loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on April 4, 2016. Dennis was known for his infectious laugh and humor. He was a well-known businessman and a very active member in his community and touched so many with deep compassion. He is survived...
Ellen Maureen "Candie" McKillip
April 4, 2016
Candie McKillip, 63, the most amazing mother, grandmother, and friend to many, passed away in the early morning hours on Monday April 4, 2016. Candie was born September 29, 1952 in New Westminster British Columbia, Canada. Candie was always willing to help anyone and even when she needed help she still managed to put others first. She adored spending time...



