Obituaries

Aug 21, 2021

With heavy hearts, our family announces the passing of my father, Ramesh Bhambhani at the age of 93, has passed on August 21st, 2021 in Albuquerque New Mexico. My father was the kindest, sweetest, and most generous human being ever. He was always full of energy, full of humor, and he always prioritized family over anything else. He was surrounded...

Aug 20, 2021

John N. Sanchez (Jimmy), of Magdalena, New Mexico beloved husband, father and friend passed on August 20, 2021 at age 78.

Jimmy was survived by his wife Darlene Sanchez; children, Bobby Dean Sanchez, Amanda Sanchez and Victoria Torres; brothers, Gilbert Sanchez and wife Barbara, Joe Sanchez and wife Helen; sister, Maria Sanchez; grandchildren, Richard Hobbs, Daniel and Sofia Haggenmiller; great-grandson...

Aug 19, 2021

Luis Armando Molina age 35 of Rio Rancho, NM. passed away on August 19, 2021.

He was born in Espanola NM to Armando Molina and Janette Martinez, and was preceded in death by paternal grandparents Vicente and Norberta Molina, Maternal grandfather Filimon Martinez, Uncles Eziquio Molina, Lawrence Martinez, Ivan Martinez, and Faustin Martinez, may their souls rest in peace. He is survived By Parents Armando...

Aug 19, 2021

Steven Vincent Gonzales, age 58, passed away on August 19, 2021, after battling cancer for over 20 years. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on July 19, 1963.   Steven is survived by his parents, Benny and Mable Gonzales, his brother David Gonzales, his sister Debra Gonzales, his nephew David Gonzales Jr., his nieces Jasmine Garza and Danielle Gonzales and...

Aug 19, 2021

Michael T. (Mike) Wersonick, age 61, passed away unexpectedly at Lovelace Hospital on August 19, 2021. Mike is survived by his mother, Evelyn Vigil Wersonick, his brother Gary Wersonick, his nephews, Daniel and David Richard, his aunt Ann Vigil and many cousins.   Mike was preceded in death by his grandparents, Vincent and Alma Vigil, his brothers, David Thomas Wersonick,...

Aug 17, 2021

Mrs. Catherine “Kay” “Kathy” Alliene Garcia (née Ursanic) died peacefully on August 17th, 2021 at her home in Rio Rancho, NM at the age of 95.

 

Catherine is survived by her brother, Anthony Ursanic of Penfield, OH; daughter, Antonia Reidy and son in law, Dennis of Marietta, GA; son, Ben Ursanic and daughter in law, Anne of Hobbs, NM; daughter, Madeline...

Aug 16, 2021

David V. Graham died peacefully August 16th, 2021 in Albuquerque, NM at the age of 97.

 

David is survived by his son David Fernando Graham of Albuquerque, NM, his daughter Diana Lee Tapia of Albuquerque, NM, his daughter Donna Lea Schuler of Albuquerque, NM and by his nine adult Grandchildren, his seven Great-Grandchildren and by his 11 Great -...

Aug 16, 2021

Rachel L. Jones, 76 of Rio Rancho, NM. Was called home to rest in her place prepared by God, on August 16, 2021 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.

She was born in Kedron, Arkansas on June 17, 1945 to the late Adam and Lillian Tisdale. She was preceded in death by her parents, as well as three sisters and three...

Aug 15, 2021

Aug 14, 2021

Fred C. Apodaca went home to be with the Lord on August 14, 2021.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Catherine (Valdez) Apodaca and two children, daughter, Kristine D. Apodaca of Silver Springs, Maryland and son, James F. Apodaca of Hartford City, Indiana.

Two grandchildren, Francisco Apodaca and Isabel Knox.

Sister Flory Montoya and her spouse, Alex...

Aug 14, 2021

Roger was born in Albuquerque, NM.  He is survived by his mother, Betty Serafin, wife Sherri Serafin, son Nicklaus Serafin, brother Gary Silva, Sister Denise Silva, and 3 step-children Christina Eldodt, Michael Abeita, and Kimberly Abeita, along with many, many friends.  

Roger grew up in Los Lunas, NM where he played high school sports, including wrestling, football, and baseball.  He also...

Aug 14, 2021

Jeffrey Michael Brown, known professionally in radio and media as Jeff Kelly, died unexpectedly in Glendale, California, on 08/14/2021 at the age of 50.

Jeff is survived by his mother Linda Carol (née Davis) Brown, his father Ernest “Joe” Brown, his fiancée Melissa Louise Veazey, his son Jordan Christopher Brown, his daughters Christina Nicole Brown and Darian Rose Brown, his...

Aug 14, 2021

Homegoing Celebration   Katherine Bradford Sunrise January 6, 1932 Sunset August 14, 2021     Service Thursday, August 26, 2021 10:00 am Strong Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106   Katherine Webb Bradford (Babe) was born January 6, 1932, in Gonzales Texas, to Hamilton Webb and Jessie Webb Neals. She married Clyde Bradford on September 18, 1954,...

Aug 14, 2021

Humberto Marroquin passed away at the age of 80 on August 14th, 2021. He is survived by his wife, Dora Marroquin, and their sons Jerry, Larry, and Gary Marroquin. His sister Yolanda Smith,  as well as their three grandchildren. 

 

Services will be announced at a later date.

Aug 13, 2021

Marjorie Jeanette Wallace passed peacefully on August 13th, 2021. She was born to Richard Wallace Daniels and Gertrude Jeanette Purdy in Waltham, Massachusetts, where she lived in the family home alongside the bank of the Charles River. Her father was a pharmacist, while her mother managed the home, and worked as a hat designer. She grew up alongside her extended...

Aug 13, 2021

Geralene (Geri) McCullar Spivey born in Baldwin County, Georgia, November 08, 1937, passed away from an extended illness, August 13, 2021. She was a fiercely dedicated mother and friend to all. Geri was a nurse who worked in Pediatrics and later with Georgia Corrections located in Baldwin County. She was very well respected by inmates for her compassionate treatment, care...

Aug 13, 2021

Aaron R. Myers, age 39, a lifelong resident of Alamogordo, passed away on August 13th, 2021. Aaron was preceded in death by his dear sister, Sabrina Curp, may their souls rest in peace.  Aaron was a loving father, son, brother and friend and is survived by his wonderful sons Aaron and Landon, and long time girlfriend, Kira; his mother Margie Myers of Rio Rancho, NM; and his father Bob Myers...

Aug 12, 2021

Alison T. Kleven, our beloved daughter, niece, sister, cousin, partner and friend passed on Thursday, August 12th, after a long battle with several medical conditions. She was surrounded by family and friends.

To know Alison was to instantly be enveloped by her infectious laughter, quick wit and smile. Kindness, patience, and understanding were hallmarks of her spirit, shared equally with...

Aug 12, 2021

Juliana Jill Warth was born on March 27, 2018, in Albuquerque, New Mexico and was taken to heaven on August 12, 2021. She had the most amazing smile that could light up any room, gave the best hugs, and could brighten even the darkest day. This beautiful little girl loved dancing, singing, and playing dress up. Unicorns and princesses were...

Aug 11, 2021

Pauline Jacoby, age 86 of Rio Rancho, NM passed away on Thursday August 12, 2021.

She was born to the late Procopio and Cornelia Mascarenas in Rodarte, NM. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 69 years, Harold Jacoby; brother, Procopio Mascarenas Jr.; sisters, Feloniz Martinez and Elisa Quintana, and brother in law, Abel Martinez. Pauline is survived by...