Joseph R Ortega (Joe), 72 of Albuquerque passed away on Monday April 15, 2024, surrounded by his wife, children, grandchildren and siblings. He was born June 22, 1951, in Roswell New Mexico to Irenio and Esther (Estella) Ortega. Joe graduated from Roswell High School and went on to receive his bachelor's in business administration from Eastern New Mexico University in...
Yesterday morning our Mom, Grandma joined her Marie and Ramon. The Matriarch of our family, one of the absolute strongest women, our rock, our heart. Helen made a huge impact on everyone who met her. Her love was felt by so many. Her grandkids never stepped foot in a daycare, she would not allow it. She cared for all of...
Mary was born in New York City March 3, 1921. When she was 5 the family moved to Leonia, NJ. She later graduated from Columbia University and Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center, NY with a Bachelor of Science an R.N. plus a CRNA. She was married to Vaun T. Floyd, MD, FACS for 62 years when he passed on May 30,...
James (Jim) Ray Burkhardt passed away peacefully and surrounded by his family on Sunday, April 14, 2024, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was 88.
He is survived by his loving wife, Pamela C. Burkhardt, to whom he was married for 67 years; his daughter, Leah Burkhardt; his son, Daniel Burkhardt and daughter-in-law, Tina Burkhardt; his daughter, Molly Malizzo...
Eunice Lucille Harrison Flatt peacefully entered Heaven early Sunday Morning April 14, 2024 to be with her Savior Jesus Christ. She lived a full life and was 100 years old. She was born near Sweetwater, Texas on July 11, 1923. She will join her twin sister Vernice who passed away in 1928. These twins were born to Elizah "Lige" Harrison...
Mary Ruth Martel, 76, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2024. She was born on November 21, 1947, in Chicago, IL; grew up in Kalamazoo, MI, where she Graduated from University High School; and moved to New Mexico in 1971, where she lived the remainder of her life. She was a beloved mother to Karole Grano (David),...
In Loving Memory of Douglas Cook born August 4th,1951 - April 13th, 2024. Doug passed away peacefully at his home in Placitas, NM surrounded by family after a short Illness.
He is preceded in death by his beloved wife and life partner of 43 years, Nancy C. Cook, his mother, Gratis (Granny) Cook, father, Calvin Cook, and sister Suzette, along...
Gilbert Aragon passed away peacefully on April 13 after a long battle with Parkinson's disease.
He was known for his love of classic vehicles including buying, selling, remodeling and upkeep as well as attending numerous car shows. Gilbert enjoyed listening to "the oldies", especially Merle Haggard. He also liked camping. He cherished playing cards with friends, watching movies for hours on...
In loving memory of Paul Senovio Montoya Jr.
Born on June 4, 1988, in Belen, NM, Paul peacefully passed away on April 12, 2024, in his hometown at the age of 35. A compassionate soul and dedicated father, Paul will be remembered for his warm heart, infectious smile, and unwavering dedication to his loved ones.
Paul is survived by his beloved daughters...
Rodolfo Ricardo Tapia, known by his loved ones as Rudy, died on April 12, 2024, at the age of 91.
Born in Santa Fe, NM in 1933, Rudy proudly served the United States Air Force in Financial Management, in a career spanning 20 years. Rudy had posts in France, Greece, Japan, and Pakistan, retiring from service in 1975 as a Master...
Phyllis Killpatrick (née Bennot), aged 94, peacefully passed away on April 12, 2024, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, surrounded by her children. Born in Harvey, Illinois, Phyllis was the daughter of Charles and Clara Bennot. Phyllis was preceded in death by her parents, beloved husband Don, brother Budrow "Bud," sister Enid, sister Wilma and several nieces and nephews. Phyllis is survived...
Joan Aloise Thurman, 93, a resident of Albuquerque passed Thursday, April 11, 2024.
Joan is survived by two daughters, five grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, five nieces, two nephews, and countless children through her 40 years of teaching. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles "Chuck" Thurman; mother, Blanche Mitchell; brother, Donald "Jack" Mitchell; sister-in-law, Mildred Mitchell; and nephew, William "Bill"...
Gerald Lee Mora passed away at his home in Sandia Park, New Mexico, on April 11, 2024, at the age of 77. He is survived by his loving wife, Ann Kelly Mora, to whom he was married for 57 years; his daughter Elizabeth Allan and grandson Gabriel Allan; his daughter Marie Mora and son-in-law Alberto Dávila; and son Anthony Mora....
Brenda Gale Underwood (Kobayashi), beloved mother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 11th, 2024, surrounded by her family and friends.
Brenda was born in Julesberg, CO to Charles "Charlie" and Keiko "Kay" Kobayashi. They moved to Albuquerque, NM when she was in kindergarten. The family then moved to Estancia, NM where she attended grade school and ultimately...
Timothy James Sipp was a beloved son, brother, uncle and friend to many.
Tim was born on November 26, 1973 in Akron, Ohio to parents, David and Lisa Deadmore Sipp, of Winchester, Virginia. He was hit by a car in Albuquerque on April 10, 2024 and died on the scene.
Timothy was a true renaissance man. His gentle soul, keen mind and...
In Loving Memory
We mourn the passing of Bennie Maestas who was called to heaven on April 10, 2024. He entered the world on February 13, 1936, to his parents, the late Andres Maestas and Merencia Maestas. Bennie was the youngest of 18 siblings, and we find solace in knowing that he is now reunited with loved ones who went before...
Dorothy Meade Treadwell passed away suddenly on April 9, 2024. She was 81.
Dorothy grew up in Alki in West Seattle, Washington. She was the only child of Margrede and Lawrence Meade, and deeply cherished both sides of her wily Irish and proper Scandinavian extended family.
Although she left Seattle after college, she maintained a lifelong love of her Alki roots and...
Encompassed by the most overwhelming grief and sadness, the family of James Reid Follingstad shares his departure from this lifetime on April 9, 2024, at 83 years of age, to begin a new journey.
Jim was born Sunday, November 9, 1941, in Chicago Illinois to Dr. Alvin and Elizabeth (Funston) Follingstad, and raised in Albuquerque, NM alongside his twin brother, Richard...
...1954 never was as beautiful as it was July 16, the day our daddy, and husband to his soulmate TerryLynn was born. Robert grew up wild with a child's heart, living many adventures, traveling on his motorcycles through our desert wind to his home of the Rockies, Denver. Being a natural protector Robert spent his whole life serving people through...
Richard (Dick) Silver was born November 8, 1941, in Cass City, MI to the late George Clifford and Reva Marie Silver. Dick was the oldest of three children. At the age of 11, Dick lived part-time with dairy farmers, milking their cows before and after school, plowing, planting, and harvesting their fields. Dick had a work ethic instilled in him...