Obituaries

May 27, 2015

Miss Barbara J. Micetich, of Jemez Springs, N.M. died on Wednesday, May 27, 2015 in Rio Rancho. Cremation was held at Daniels Family Funeral Services. Born July 6, 1933 in Morris, IL, she was the daughter of the late Nicholas and Genevieve (Borowski) Micetich. She attended Immaculate Conception Grade School and St. Angela's Academy in Morris. She joined the Sisters...

May 27, 2015

Kincaid, Virgil Burton Age 87 and a resident of Albuquerque, NM since 1988, he went home to be with his Lord on Wednesday, May 27, 2015.  Born June 6, 1927 on a farm in Lucas County, Iowa. He was the son of John Burton and Velta (Bingaman) Kincaid. He held a Bachelor of Accounts Degree from American Institute of Business and...

May 27, 2015

Robert E. "Bob" Merrifield Age 83, passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2015. He was a successful business man who owned The Auto-Clor Franchise in New Mexico for the past 39 years. Preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Jacqueline; sons Keith, Kevin and Gary; mother Mary; brother David. He is survived by a son Doug and wife Wendy;...

May 26, 2015

Loustau, Clara K. Age 86 , passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2015.  To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com  Daniels Family Funeral Services4310 Sara Road SERio Rancho, NM 87124505-892-9920

May 26, 2015

Avila, Joe  J. Age 84, passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2015. He was born in El Rito, NM on July 13, 1930, to Juan and Elvira (Archuleta) Avila.  He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Modesto Avila; sister, Maria Ignacia Gallegos; brother, Albert Avila; and Federica Baldonado. Joe is survived by his sister, Flora Lujan; sister, Viola Herrera and husband...

May 26, 2015

Lemon, Peggy Marie A star in the sky became quite a bit brighter on May 26, 2015 when Peggy Lemon’s spirit ascended into heaven to the side of the Lord.  Like everything she touched here on earth, she is sure to brighten the heavens also.  Peggy gave unconditional love to all her family and friends.  She was a great listener and gave advice...

May 25, 2015

Rogers, Steven MarxSteven Marx Rogers, 66, passed away Monday, May 25, 2015. He was born May 4, 1949 in Rupert, Idaho to Clyde Harvey Rogers and Carole Elvira Rasmussen. Steve married Linda Diane Stewart on Sept. 4, 1970 and is survived by his wife and four children, Christopher Scott Rogers, Jamie Diane Rogers Boe (Jon), Kellie Ann Rogers Whittlinger (William),...

May 25, 2015

Rio Rancho Police Officer Gregg "Nigel" Benner, 49, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 25, 2015 in the city he proudly served. He was born on October 8, 1965 at Clinton-Sherman Air Force Base (Oklahoma) to John and Glenda (Pretty) Benner. In May of 1988, Nigel entered into a 22-year career with the US Air Force. He retired from the...

May 25, 2015

Eikleberry, Robert O. "Bob" Age 82, passed away Monday, May 25, 2015 after a long illness. His last hours were spent comfortably with his family, listening to Handel's Messiah, and in particular "Comfort Ye My People". Bob was born at home on the family farm, one of five children, near Milford, Iowa, on November 8, 1932. After serving in the...

May 24, 2015

Ogle, Travis E. Age 43, passed away Sunday, May 24, 2015.  No services are scheduled at this time. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com  Daniels Family Funeral Services4310 Sara Road SERio Rancho, NM 87124505-892-9920

May 23, 2015

May 22, 2015

Delaplane, Harold Austin Age 99, passed away Friday, May 22, 2015. He was born in Dearborn, MI on March 14,1916, to Harley A. and  Frances Delaplane. Harold was preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, Lois Delaplane; survived by daughter, Beverly Lewis and son-in-law William Lewis of Rio Rancho, NM; grandchildren, Matthew and Michelle Halberg of Las Vegas, Nevada;...

May 22, 2015

Sandager, Vernon S. A resident of Albuquerque since 1964, Vern was born June 19, 1920 on a farm near Tyler, MN and he died on Friday, May 22, 2015, in Albuquerque, NM.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Gloria; parents, Hilda and Peder Sandager; and brothers, Wallace, Donald and Norman.  During World War II, he saw combat in the SW...

May 21, 2015

Miller, Steve A. (Tio)Steve A. (Tio) Miller, age 62, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Thursday, May 21, 2015.  He is survived by his wife, Diana Cordova Miller of Albuquerque; mother, Betty Miller of Roswell, NM; brothers, Fred Miller and wife, Nancy of Dennison, TX; Robert Miller and wife, Roz; Ron Miller and wife, Cindy; Jeff Miller and wife, Renee, all...

May 20, 2015

Richard "Rick" Lee MeansAge 83, passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2015. He was born in Eminence, MO on April 11, 1932, to Ferlind and Velma Means. Rick spent more than 50 years as an automotive mechanic. His special interests and hobbies were auto racing and golf. Richard was NASCAR Winston Racing Series champion in 1983. Richard was also a member...

May 19, 2015

Manus, Alisha Marie Age 30, a rare and beautiful creature on this earth was lost to all on May 19, 2015.  A life long resident of our hearts, with a thoughtful and loving spirit from within that was revealed through her sparkling green eyes, contagious laugh and beautiful smile.  She will be sorely missed by all who had the privilege to experience...

May 19, 2015

Wood, Richard E. Age 71, passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2015. No public services have been scheduled.  Daniels Family Funeral Services2400 Southern BlvdRio Rancho, NM 87124505-891-9192

May 18, 2015

Nancy L. HarringtonNancy L. Harrington died on Monday, May 18, 2015. Nancy was born on June 03, 1930 in Boulder, Colorado to Thelma and Robert McDonald. The family moved to New Mexico in 1938, and Nancy graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1948. She married Thomas H. (Terry) Harrington that same year. Nancy is preceded in death by her beloved...

May 18, 2015

Vaughn, Thomas Gilbert  75, left his earthly life and was called home to his eternal life on Monday, May 18, 2015. Having fought the good fight, and finished his race, Tom has kept his faith and is now at peace in God's loving care.  He was born in Plainview,TX on March 3, 1940 to Leroy and Leilyah Lavene (Mills) Vaughn. Thomas was...

May 18, 2015

Edwin Jay Smith MD Age 81, passed away Monday, May 18, 2015 following a long illness. He was born in New York, New York. Edwin is survived by his beloved wife of 56 years Charmaine; daughters, Sharon and Stephanie; son, David; daughter-in-law, Joi; grandchildren, Rachel and Noah; sister, Joan;. He will also be missed by his beloved cat Leona. Dr....