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LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.

Marjorie S. Stein

Marjorie S. Stein

March 12, 2016

Marjorie S. Stein, 78, long an Albuquerque resident, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2016. Please join family and friends for a Memorial Service at B'nai Israel Synagogue, 4401 Indian School Rd. NE, at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 16, 2016. Feel free to wear bright colors or a costume to celebrate her flamboyant spirit. Marjorie is survived by her...

Nancy Weaks

Nancy Weaks

March 12, 2016

Nancy Weaks, born in Fort Worth, TX and lived in Albuquerque since 1957 passed away from complications due to a long battle with Alzheimer's on March 12, 2016. She is survived by her husband, Don Weaks; daughters, Robin Cogan of Albuquerque and Donna Garcia of Washington; son-in-law, Jeret Garcia; brother and sister-in-law, Carroll and Betty Graves; grandchildren, Derek Garcia, Jalysse...

Robert "Bobby" Matteucci Sr

Robert "Bobby" Matteucci Sr

March 12, 2016

Robert "Bobby" Matteucci Sr. died peacefully on March 12, 2016 at 81. Bobby was born in Albuquerque to Pete and Irene Matteucci. Bobby is survived by his wife, Mary Botts Matteucci; children Francesca Blueher and husband Tom, Bob Matteucci Jr., Marisa Mott and husband Curtis, Lucia Baldoni and husband John, Sarina Matteucci and Johnny, and Jim Matteucci and wife Sam;...

Frank Raymond Martinez

Frank Raymond Martinez

March 12, 2016

Martinez, Frank Raymond Frank Raymond Martinez, 82, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on March 12, 2016. He was preceded in death by his son, David. He is survived by his loving wife, Mabel, of 63 years; children, Diane Garcia and husband, David, Larry Martinez and wife, Irene; grandchildren, Michael Martinez and fiancée, Melissa Ulibarri, Monica Martinez, Natalie Tavitas...

Michele Koetter

Michele Koetter

March 12, 2016

Michele L. Koetter, 94, an Albuquerque resident since 1953, died March 12, 2016. Mrs. Koetter is survived by her son Vincent Koetter and wife Beatrice, of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Sean Dawson and wife Becky, Neal Dawson and wife Cindy, Amy Bond and husband Doug all of Connecticut and Joseph B. Koetter of Albquerque; her great-grandchildren, Connor Dawson, Tyler and Julia Bond....

Alex W. Coull

Alex W. Coull

March 12, 2016

Alex W. Coull, age 86, a long time resident of Las Vegas, NM and Albuquerque, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 12, 2016 surrounded by his family. He is survived by his wife of 16 years, Patricia Coull; children, Anthony Coull and wife, Carmen of Rio Rancho, Curtis Connor of Albuquerque, Chantel Campos and Carmella Montoya of...

Dr. Anne Kempf

Dr. Anne Kempf

March 11, 2016

Dr. Anne Kempf, loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister, passed away Friday, March 11, 2016 in Albuquerque, New Mexico at age 69. She was formerly of Washington, Indiana. Anne was the great-granddaughter of A.T. Still, founder of Osteopathic medicine. She was a graduate of the Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and enjoyed helping her patients, promoting traditional Osteopathy, advancing medicine,...

Donald Edwin O'Brien

Donald Edwin O'Brien

March 11, 2016

Donald E. O'Brien died Friday, March 11, 2016, at the age of 81 in Houston, TX. He was born April 12, 1934, in Brooklyn, NY, to William and Alice O'Brien. Donald graduated from West Virginia University with a Bachelor of Science in Forestry in 1957. He served in the U.S. Army between 1957 and 1959. Donald was a forester in...

Jackie Callaway

Jackie Callaway

March 11, 2016

Jackie Callaway, 75, died March 11, 2016. She is survived by her children, Pamela Fanelli, Brenda Armijo and husband John, Becky Mendez and husband Joe, Errol Callaway, Jacqueline Martinez and husband Collin, Michael Callaway and wife Sue; grandchildren John Jr., Christina, Jonathan, Stephanie, Mario, Brittany, Joseph, Ashley, Christine, Sarah, Xesenia, Michael and Angelina; 14 great grandchildren, sisters Bobbi Finch and...

Clara Sedillo

Clara Sedillo

March 11, 2016

Clara Louise Sedillo, 57, of Albuquerque, NM passed away on Friday, March 11, 2016. She was born in Albuquerque, NM to Antonio and Griselda Toledo. Clara retired from the U.S. Postal Service in 2015 after 30 years of service. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter and sister. She enjoyed traveling with her husband to destinations across the U.S....

Anna Matonti

Anna Matonti

March 11, 2016

Anna Matonti, age 80, loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away on March 11, 2016. Anna's faith defined her and sustained her. Even when faced with the harshest of circumstances, she remained hopeful and devoted to our Lord and his word. We can now rejoice that she is with God and no longer suffering. Anna was loved by so...

Ruby Aileen Marshall Blatch

Ruby Aileen Marshall Blatch

March 10, 2016

Ruby Marshall Blatch, age 88, loving mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully with her daughter by her side on Thursday March 10, 2016. Ruby's sweet nature, giving spirit and extraordinary beauty inside and out will be remembered forever. She enjoyed "piddling" around her home and always taking care of those around her. Friends lovingly called her "Ruby Doobie" and...

Stanley Pierre Baker

Stanley Pierre Baker

March 10, 2016

Stanley Pierre Baker, age 85, born in Lincoln, IL January 14, 1931, sixth child of Io and William Baker, passed away March 10, 2016. Stanley came to New Mexico May 25, 1951 while in the Air Force, stationed at Kirtland A.F.B. In September of 1951, he met his future wife who was a student at U.N.M. on a blind date....

Alex Lee Smith

Alex Lee Smith

March 10, 2016

Alex Lee Smith, 89, of Albuquerque, went to God on Thursday, March 10, 2016. He is survived by his daughter, Sydney Smith; son, Stanley Smith; his grandsons, Ryan and Ashley; and five great-grandchildren, Dylan, Conner, Jackson, Landon and Savannah. He was preceded in death by his wife, Adeline Smith in 2015. Alex spent his career working at Los Alamos National...

Marissa Burton

Marissa Burton

March 10, 2016

Marissa Burton, age 31, a dedicated mother and beautiful daughter, passed away unexpectedly on March 10, 2016. Marissa was known for her love of children and teaching. She was an excellent baker and candy maker. She is survived by her daughter, Delilah Witt. She is also survived by her parents, Paula and Richard Burton; sisters, Katrina Kramlich, Seara Burton, Lisa...

John Anthony "Tony" Bartolotta

John Anthony "Tony" Bartolotta

March 9, 2016

John Anthony (Tony) Bartolotta, age 58, beloved husband, father, and grandfather GG was called to be with the Lord Jesus Christ on March 9, 2016. He was born on April 18, 1957 in Burbank, CA to Giovanni (John) and Maria (Mary) Bartolotta. Tony is survived by his wife of 27 years, Patricia Bartolotta; son, Keith (Cindy) Paulus; daughters, Tracy (Matthew)...

Bennie Anaya Sr

Bennie Anaya Sr

March 9, 2016

Bennie Anaya Sr, 84, went home to be with our Lord and Savior on Tuesday, March 9, 2016. Bennie was born in Galisteo, New Mexico on January 30, 1932 to his beloved parents, Lucas and Rosario Anaya. Bennie was a proud veteran serving in the Korean War for the U.S. Army. He served fighting in combat in Korea. After returning...

Frank M. Lewis

Frank M. Lewis

March 9, 2016

Frank M. Lewis, 93, died March 9, 2016. He is survived by his children, Donald Lewis and wife, Jan, Nancy Phillips and boyfriend, Ron Mansoldo; granddaughters, Kendra Hensley, Kelsey Chiotti and husband, David, Monica Sower and husband, Daniel, Michelle Winters and husband, Thomas; great grandchildren, Cameron, Caiden, Landon, Brooklyn and McKenna; and his brother, Grant Lewis. Frank was preceded in...

Barbara McNevin

Barbara McNevin

March 9, 2016

Barbara McNevin, age 66, passed away March 9, 2016. She was raised in Fairway, Kansas and moved to Albuquerque in the 1970's. She retired from Kirtland Air Force Base. Barbara is survived by her brother Richard McNevin of Kansas. She loved animals. No services are planned.

Rose Koury Maloof

Rose Koury Maloof

March 9, 2016

Rose Koury Maloof, a resident of Albuquerque since 1921, died March 9, 2016. She is survived by her daughter, Deborah Koury and husband John and grandchildren, Jason Koury and Tamara Plummer; and daughter Jeanne Ann Barkoff and husband Jeff, and grandchildren, Jeremy and Jonathon Barkoff. Rose was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Thomas J. Maloof. Rose...