Obituaries

Aug 2, 2024

Pamela, 66, loving wife, mother, daughter, mother in law passed away peacefully at Presbyterian Hospital Downtown on August 1st after suffering a stroke on May 20th, 2024. Pam was born in Detroit, Michigan and lived most of her life in Clarkston, Michigan. Later moved to Edgewood, New Mexico with Micheal and Ian in 2013.

 Pamela was known for her kind heart...

Jul 30, 2024

It’s with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Richard Michael Wingo on July 30,2024.

Richard or as most may know him as “Mike” was born December 23, 1955, in Las Vegas, New Mexico. In 1964 he moved to Independence, Missouri with his family, where he graduated from Truman High School in 1974. Mike was a Journeyman Electrician for 30 years...

Jul 29, 2024

Helen Mary Janssen passed away peacefully just shy of her 99th birthday on July 29, 2024, at her home of nearly 70 years in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

She was born Maria Helena Martinez in Dawson, New Mexico, to Margarita Baca Martinez and Roberto Martinez. Helen grew up there and graduated from Dawson High School. In Santa Fe she married her husband...

Jul 29, 2024

Carol Jeanne Radosevich, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend passed away on July 29, 2024 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. She was born December 19, 1943, in Portland, Oregon to her loving parents William "Bill" Vaught and Dorothy Vaught (Saunders).Carol led a remarkable life filled with dedication and passion. After graduating from High School in Ann Arbor, Michigan in...

Jul 29, 2024

Edwin G. Christilaw, MMC US Navy (retired), passed peacefully surrounded by his family on July 29th, 2024. Ed was a New Mexico Native born in Cuba, son of Albertina Chavez and Gilbert Carabajal. Raised in San Ysidro by parents Prisciliana Chavez and Richard Christilaw. He attended High School at Jemez Valley, then College at Eastern Arizona University, where he met...

Jul 27, 2024

Richard “Rick” Lynn Crotzer of Albuquerque passed away peacefully on July 27, 2024, after a short battle with cancer. Rick was blessed to be surrounded by his loving wife, Jennifer (O’Kane) Crotzer, along with friends and family.

Rick was born on July 3, 1967, in Albuquerque, New Mexico to parents Robert and Cecelia Crotzer. He was the youngest of the five...

Jul 27, 2024

Margaret Louise Kercher, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend passed away on July 27, 2024 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. She was born on August 6, 1934, in Granite City, Illinois.

Margaret's life was a beautiful tapestry woven with threads of faith, love, and joy. She graduated from Granite City High School in Illinois and went on to lead a life...

Jul 27, 2024

Max Jaramillo was born August 5, 1975, in Phoenix AZ and passed away on July 27,2024 in Los Lunas NM.  Max was a loving son, father, brother, uncle, grandpa, cousin, and friend. He was loved by many he was well liked and respected. He was very generous, willing to help anyone in need. He was a very hardworking man and...

Jul 27, 2024

If you’re reading this, then I’ve shuffled off this mortal coil and am not indestructible. I’m as surprised as anyone. And to be honest I always assumed my demise would come, if it must, by choosing to pet the wrong stray dog or being crushed by a pile of unread books. Never thought something as common as cancer would prove...

Jul 25, 2024

Cleo Kathryn Stewart (Sample), age 89, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, July 25, 2024. She was a resident of New Mexico since moving from Indiana in 1958. She was a member of St. Stephen’s United Methodist Church. She is preceded in death by her husband, Charles E. Stewart; her son Michael E. Stewart; her great-grandson Stephen Michael Fincher;...

Jul 23, 2024

Joanne McWethy, passed away on July 23, 2024 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. She was born on February 3, 1935, in Forest Township, Michigan, Genesee County. Joanne led a life filled of love, laughter, and cherished memories that will be held dear by those who knew her.

Joanne attendedt Pontiac High School in Michigan, where she graduated in 1953. It was...

Jul 23, 2024

Peter Francis MacFarlane 

04/17/1947 to 07/23/2024 

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Peter F. MacFarlane, 77, on July 23rd , 2024. 

Pete was a beloved Husband, Father, PopPop, and Great PopPop. He is survived by his beloved wife Donna, mother Anne, step-father Jack; children Brian (Kelli), Daniel (Farida), Molly (Jay), Gabriel (Kate), and Gina (John); grandchildren Makenzie, Blythe,...

Jul 23, 2024

Jul 22, 2024

Joseph Tafuro, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and cherished friend, peacefully passed away on July 22, 2024 at the age of 88, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on August 10, 1935, in Brooklyn, New York, to Salvatore and Concetta Tafuro.  Joe's love for music began early in his life and bloomed into a successful career as an...

Jul 22, 2024

Shirley Kathyern Dorcas, 78, of Albuquerque, passed away on July 22, 2024.

Shirley was born on April 13, 1946, to Florence Elwood & William Gregory in Jefferson City, Missouri.

Shirley is survived by her husband John Dorcas, children Dianna Paiz, Juanita Montoya, Tina Conary (Bill), and Lisa Sloan(Tim). Her grandchildren John Martinez (Melissa), Crystal Mata (Fernando), Ryan Mathis, Samantha Mathis, Martina Gutierrez...

Jul 22, 2024

Michael Philip Scalere, 93, of Albuquerque, NM, and previously of San Marino, CA, passed away on July 22, 2024. He was born on June 9, 1931, in New Rochelle, NY, to Carl and Mary Scalere.

Michael is survived by his grandchildren, Christina Holtzen and Justin Holtzen, and his great-grandson Theodore Van Lepp. He is also survived by his sisters, Marie Mazza...

Jul 21, 2024

Frances Marie Smid passed away July 21st, 2024 peacefully in her home. She was born September 23rd, 1927 in Omaha Nebraska . Soon after, her family moved to Minnesota where she grew up on a dairy farm, Frances would often recount fond memories of her childhood on the farm and she felt closely bonded with the farm animals and her...

Jul 21, 2024

I gave you my love, and you can only imagine how much you've given me in happiness. Hold our memories deep in your heart; remember the best times, the laughter, and the song. Continue my heritage; I'm counting on you. My mind is at ease, and my soul is at rest. Remembering all and how I truly was blessed.

Our adored...