Obituaries

Chester Holmes Brown

Chester Holmes Brown

Dec 17, 2016

Chester “Chet” Holmes Brown, 38, passed peacefully from this world on Saturday, December 17th with his family and close friends at his side.He is survived by his parents, Ron Brown and Susan Holmes; his son Daniel and Daniel’s mother Anna “Sam”; brother Caton and wife Stephanie and their children Owen and Elaina "Lainey"; aunt Annelle and uncle Gary along with...

Erwin "Erv" Wiest

Erwin "Erv" Wiest

Dec 17, 2016

Wiest, Erwin  L. Erv was an active member of Peace Lutheran Church in Herreid, SD; of Grace Lutheran Church in Washington, DC; of South Canyon Lutheran Church in Rapid City, SD; of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Aberdeen, SD; and finally the First Baptist Church at Socorro, NM.He was born on a family farm in Campbell County, SD, on September 26,...

Isabelle L. Vigil

Isabelle L. Vigil

Dec 16, 2016

Isabelle L. Vigil Age 74, passed away Friday, December 16, 2016. She was born in Los Pinos, NM on April 3, 1942, to  Lee J. Lucero and Celia O. Lucero. Isabelle is survived by husband, Leonard Vigil of Albuquerque, NM; sons, Delbert Vigil and wife, Debbie of Rio Rancho, NM and Lenny Vigil and wife, Keri of Arvanda, CO; grandchildren, Lenny...

Marliss Foutz Monette

Marliss Foutz Monette

Dec 16, 2016

Monette, Marliss Foutz Marliss Foutz Monette passed away Friday, December 16, 2016. She was born in Gallup, NM on July 3, 1965, to Arliss and Bette (Jonas) Foutz. She graduated from Gallup High School and went on to attend New Mexico State University where she received her Bachelor's Degree in business. She was employed at New Mexico Tech for 16...

Mary Louise Brooks

Mary Louise Brooks

Dec 15, 2016

Mary Louise (Winkle) Sherman Brooks, went home, to be with her heavenly family on December 15, 2016, in Albuquerque, NM. She was residing with her daughter, Janie Owens, at the time of her death. She was born to Lucille Amador on May 2, 1925, in Las Cruces, NM. Her stepfather was Hiram Pickard. She was the grand-daughter of Francisca (Lucero)...

Roman G. Cortez

Roman G. Cortez

Dec 15, 2016

                                                                     Cortez, Roman G. Age 65, went home to be with The Lord Thursday, December 15, 2016 in Socorro, NM. He was born in Juarez, Mexico on June 16, 1951 to Jesus and Elena (Gonzalez) Cortez. Roman attended Las Cruces High School in Las Cruces, NM where he met his high school sweetheart Sofie. Roman worked for the St. Genevieve's...

R. Denise Reed

R. Denise Reed

Dec 15, 2016

Life-long resident of Albuquerque, R. Denise Reed, born October 2, 1950 passed away peacefully in her sleep on Thursday December 15, 2016 at the age of 66. She will long be remembered for her kind, generous, and caring heart. She was loyal to and adored by her many friends and family members. She worked for many years as a Registered...

Janice Reed

Janice Reed

Dec 14, 2016

Reed, Janice Joanne Age 84, passed away Wednesday, December 14, 2016 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Jackson, WY on December 12, 1932. Janice graduated from Ball State University in Muncie, ID with a degree in Education. She was a resident of Socorro, NM for 70 years. Janice was  a well-known, admired and dedicated school teacher in the...

Irving Joseph Pasono

Irving Joseph Pasono

Dec 13, 2016

Pasono, Irving Joseph Irving “Irv” Pasono, 83, of Rio Rancho, NM passed away on December 13, 2016. He was born August 12, 1933 in Rochester, NY. Irv is survived by his loving wife, Rose; brother, John; sisters, Helen, Louise; children, Michael (Lisa), Trisha; stepchildren, Terry (Shannon), Kevin (Audrey), Deborah; grandchildren, Michael Jr., Joey (Samantha), Nick, Mason, Andrea, Tara (Manny), Francis...

Chris H. Mendez

Chris H. Mendez

Dec 12, 2016

Chris H. Mendez – was born on June 15, 1934. He is survived by his wife Lupe Mendez, one son David Salas and wife Patricia, three daughters Lorraine Ramirez and husband Nick (Tacho), Cynthia Mendez and partner Ron, Bernadine Mendez and partner Vangie, one brother Luis Mendez, His grandchildren are all going to miss their Tata he has 10 grandchildren,...

Phyllis H. Nelson

Phyllis H. Nelson

Dec 12, 2016

Phyllis H. Nelson, age 91, passed away on Monday, December 12, 2016. Mrs. Nelson is survived by her daughter Linda Stuart and husband of Albuquerque, NM. Also five grandchildren and four great great grandchildren. Phyllis will be truly missed by all who knew and loved her dearly.Mrs. Nelson's care has been entrusted toDaniels Family Funeral Services, Wyoming Chapel7601 Wyoming Blvd....

L. Frank Richey

L. Frank Richey

Dec 10, 2016

Frank L. Richey, age 77, was born on March 28, 1939 in Clayton, NM, and passed away on Saturday, December 10, 2016 in Albuquerque.He was a Highland High School graduate, and went on to get a Bachelors and Master’s degree in architecture.   Frank worked for the Corps of Engineers, and other architecture firms in Albuquerque.   He was preceded in death...

David Brian Gammon MD

David Brian Gammon MD

Dec 10, 2016

David Brian Gammon, beloved son, brother, father and grandfather, passed away unexpectedly, on Saturday, December 10, 2016.A memorial service for David will be held on Thursday, December 15th, at 1pm at Trinity on the Marketplace, 2520 Chama NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112.  A reception and time to share memories will follow the service at the same location. Dr. Gammon was born on...

Joseph F. Boehning

Joseph F. Boehning

Dec 10, 2016

Boehning, Joseph F. FAIAJoe Boehning, the architect of “the Pit,” age 85, died at home on Saturday, December 10, 2016, exactly where he wanted to be with his loving partner in all things, Cyndy Nellos, providing care for him. Joe was a noted second generation architect born March 27, 1931 in Albuquerque. He attended Monte Vista Elementary; Jefferson Jr. High;...

Michael Phillip Peralta Jr.

Michael Phillip Peralta Jr.

Dec 10, 2016

Peralta, Michael  Phillip Michael Phillip Peralta went to be with the Lord on December 10, 2016 in Laguna Beach, CA at the age of 32. He was born in Socorro, NM on October 17, 1984 to Michael and Michelle Peralta and was the eldest of three children. Raised in Las Cruces, NM, Michael grew up with a shared love of old...

Natalie Ann Bloomer

Natalie Ann Bloomer

Dec 9, 2016

Bloomer, Natalie  Natalie Bloomer (Piber), 78, precious wife and mother, passed away peacefully, returning home to the Lord on December 9, 2016 in Rio Rancho, NM. Natalie married her soul mate Ronald Bloomer, in 1960 in Milwaukee, WI and moved to Rio Rancho, NM in August of 1971. They were married for 56 years.With her ever-smiling face, Nat may be remembered...

Carolina Maestas

Carolina Maestas

Dec 9, 2016

Maestas, CarolinaAge 84, passed away December 9, 2016 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.  Carolina was born January 11, 1932 in Cuba, NM the daughter of Anita Garcia.  She lived in Cuba her entire life. She was a religious woman and was devoted to her church. Carolina was proceeded in death by her mother, Anita Garcia; and her husband of 64 years, Andres.Carolina is...

Nora M Borden

Nora M Borden

Dec 9, 2016

Nora M. Borden, aged 76, beloved mother, grandmother and sister, passed away December 9, 2016 after a brief illness.  She is survived by her son, James E. Parks and her daughter, Therese I. Mondragon (Borden), her grandchildren, Justin Mondragon and Joseph Mondragon as well as her great-grandson, Julian Mondragon, her sisters, Sylvia R. Peltier (King) and Sue Sylva (King) and many...

Pauline Fowler

Pauline Fowler

Dec 9, 2016

Fowler, Pauline  Age 76, passed away Friday, December 9, 2016 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Quemado, NM on March 13, 1940, to Frank and Emma (Padilla) Armijo. Pauline was a lifelong resident of Quemado, NM. She was  employed at Quemado School for 25 years as a cook. During the summer break she would work at The Largo and...

Emy A. Despabiladeras

Emy A. Despabiladeras

Dec 8, 2016

Despabiladeras, Emy A. Age 82, passed away Thursday, December 8, 2016. She was born August 1, 1934 in Kowloon, Hong Kong. Emy attended St. Mary's Canossian College in Hong Kong. She was a singer and seamstress for 70 years. Emy was a member of Annunciation Church - Bacon, Sorsogon, Philippines; Rosary Church - Hong Kong; Our Lady of Fatima -...