Obituaries

Patricia A. Herrera

Patricia A. Herrera

Sep 9, 2014

Herrera, Patricia A. Age 66, passed away Tuesday, September 9, 2014. She was born in Albuquerque, NM on May 14, 1948, to John and Eva Bachicha. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother, John Bachicha Jr. and her sister, Bertha Sustadita. Patricia is survived by husband of 49 happy years, John R. Herrera of Albuquerque, NM; daughter, Denise...

William Jean Denison

William Jean Denison

Sep 8, 2014

Denison, William Jean Age 93, passed away on Monday, September 8, 2014. He was born on September 7, 1921 to William H. and Maude Denison of Albuquerque, NM. He graduated from the "original" Albuquerque High School in 1939. Upon graduation, he served our country in the US Army Air Corps and then completed his Bachelor's of Science Degree in Mechanical...

James Lee Hinkle

James Lee Hinkle

Sep 8, 2014

James Lee Hinkle, age 84, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother,  passed away Monday, September 8, 2014.    He was born in Williamson, WV, and was a resident of Bernalillo, NM.  James was a proud Veteran of the United States Army, who served his country during the Korean War.  He enjoyed fishing; he also was a Ham Radio Operator, and loved his chihuahuas, Louie and...

Marian (Micky) K. Strensrud

Marian (Micky) K. Strensrud

Sep 8, 2014

Stensrud, Marian K. (Micky) Age 95, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away in her sleep on Monday, September, 8, 2014.  She was preceded in death by her husband of 71 years, Luverne (Lee) Stensrud. She is survived by her sons David Stensrud and wife Mary Ann, Bruce Stensrud and wife Vicki, seven grandchildren, Justin, Taylor, Brucker and Wife Alli, Hunter and...

Anthony Pino

Anthony Pino

Sep 7, 2014

Pino, Robert Anthony  Age 55, passed away September 7, 2014 in Lancaster, CA. He was born in Socorro, NM on December 10, 1958 to parents, Stanley Pino and Rose Apodaca. He graduated from Socorro High School, received his B.S. in Management/Human Resources from Park University and his Master's in Business Administration from Webster University. Joining the military in 1976, Robert immediately...

Larry Larson

Larry Larson

Sep 7, 2014

Larson, Larry At the young handsome age of 80, on the beautiful morning of Sunday, September 7, 2014, the large heart of Larry Larson took its last beat while surrounded by the love of his family. He was born in Kansas City, MO on April 12, 1934, to Elmer and Ella (Rush) Larson and has been a resident of Rio...

Daniel Levoy Sanchez

Daniel Levoy Sanchez

Sep 7, 2014

Sanchez, Daniel Levoy our gentle son, brother, grandson, and angel, age 15, became a Heavenly Angel on Sunday, September 7, 2014. Daniel loved baseball, music, watching NASCAR with his Papa, loud noises such as fireworks, and had such sweet smile that could lighten up the room. He is survived by his mother, Mandy Edwards; sisters, Sierra, Catalina, and Aleyah; grandparents,...

Phillip Michael Martinez

Phillip Michael Martinez

Sep 7, 2014

Phillip Michael Martinez, age 61, beloved and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother, was embraced by the Lord, Sunday, September 7, 2014.   He was born in Santa Fe, NM on May 26, 1953, and was a resident of Rio Rancho, NM.  Michael enjoyed fishing, camping, and the outdoors.  He was a member of Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church.  Michael attended the...

Jeffrey "Jeff" Andersen

Jeffrey "Jeff" Andersen

Sep 7, 2014

Jeffrey "Jeff" Andersen.  It’s with sadness and sorrow that we announce the passing of Jeffrey Leo Andersen. He was a walking, breathing, living Angel on this Earth and we were all blessed with knowing and loving him. He went home to our King Sunday morning, Sept 7th, 2014 with his loving parents by his side.  Jeff leaves behind his parents, Mark and...

Dorothy Janelle Dyer

Dorothy Janelle Dyer

Sep 7, 2014

Dyer, Dorothy Janelle Age 77, went to be with the Lord on Monday, September 7th. She is survived by Ed Dyer, her loving husband of 59 years, as well as her sons, David (Melody), Steven and Darrell, cherished grandchildren, Jason and Heather and great grandchild, Aria. Also surviving Janelle are her sisters, Verna Lee Dutton and Darlene Watts. Janelle was...

Dorothy Janelle Dyer

Dorothy Janelle Dyer

Sep 7, 2014

Dyer, Dorothy JanelleAge  77, went to be with the Lord on Monday, September 7th. She is survived by Ed Dyer, her loving husband of 59 years, as well as her sons, David (Melody), Steven and Darrell, cherished grandchildren, Jason and Heather and great grandchild, Aria. Also surviving Janelle are her sisters, Verna Lee Dutton and Darlene Watts. Janelle was born in...

Martha Bonds

Martha Bonds

Sep 6, 2014

Bonds, Martha  92, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 6, 2014. She was born in Wichita, KS on September 14, 1921 to John Randolf  and Edith Beula (Witt) Clark. Martha was a long time resident of the San Antonio and the Socorro areas. She was an avid gardener, loved to sew, and made the best chocolate chip cookies. Martha was a member...

Alice K Sanderson

Alice K Sanderson

Sep 5, 2014

Sanderson, Alice  K. Alice has gone on to her next adventure.  She leaves behind three daughters Katharine of Albuquerque, Mary of Cedar Hill, Texas and Julie and her husband William of Sandia Park.  Her co-madre Jane; four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren and many beloved friends of all generations.  A Celebration of Life for Alice will be held on Saturday, September 27, 2014 from 2:00...

Andrew Tortorici

Andrew Tortorici

Sep 4, 2014

Tortorici, AndrewAge 64, passed away surrounded by his loving family Thursday, September 4, 2014. He was born January 20, 1950 to Salvatore and Vivian Tortorici in Bronx, NY. He was preceded in death by his parents and his granddaughter, Antoinette. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Kristine Tortorici; their children: Salvatore Tortorici and wife Lori, Andrew Tortorici...

Rafaelita Maestas

Rafaelita Maestas

Sep 4, 2014

Rafaelita Maestas, age 89, beloved and devoted mother, grandmother, was embraced by the Lord, Thursday, September 4, 2014.   She was born in Casa Salazar, NM and was longtime resident of Alameda, NM, where she a member of Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Catholic Church.She was preceded in death by her husband, Furgencio Maestas; two brothers; three sisters; and son-in-law, Toby...

Phillip A. "PT"   Anaya Jr.

Phillip A. "PT" Anaya Jr.

Sep 4, 2014

Anaya Jr., Phillip "P.T." 64, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 4, 2014 at his home in Socorro, NM with his devoted family by his side.  He was born in Socorro, NM  on February 12, 1950 to Felipe and Maria (Gonzales) Anaya. "P.T." served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era and then became a member of the...

Jessica Uvalda Moreland

Jessica Uvalda Moreland

Sep 3, 2014

For Jessica with Love from Laura Thais JESSICA UVALDA MORELAND Was born June 1, 1990 in Socorro, NM, to Angela Zamora (Moreland) and Manuel Amaro. She grew up and lived a country outdoor adventurous life with family and friends in San Antonio, NM.  She lived with her grandmother, Frances Moreland and her grandparents, Doris and Floyd Winona, when in San Antonio,...

Macie Mae Montano

Macie Mae Montano

Sep 3, 2014

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Mark Ortega

Mark Ortega

Sep 2, 2014

Ortega, Mark 65, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 2, 2014 with his family at his side. He was born in Carrizozo, NM on April 8, 1949 to Harim and Trina (Lopez) Ortega. Mark was a Socorro resident for about the last 20 years. He proudly served with the United States Navy from 1969 -1971. Mark worked as a head...

Orlando A. Valdez

Orlando A. Valdez

Sep 2, 2014

Orlando A. Valdez, age 61, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, September 2, 2014. He was born and raised in Bernalillo, NM and was a resident of San Luis, NM. Orlando enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid fisherman, and hunting guide. He was preceded in death by his brother, Raymond Valdez; and...