Richard "Mike" Wingo
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...
Helen Mary Janssen
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...
Carol Jeanne Radosevich
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...
Edwin G. Christilaw
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...
Richard Lynn Crotzer
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...
Margaret Louise Kercher
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...
Masimaiano (Max) Jaramillo
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...
Karen Lynn Thomas
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...
Cleo Kathryn Stewart
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;...
Joanne McWethy
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...
Peter Francis MacFarlane
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,...
Joseph Nicholas Tafuro
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...
Shirley Kathyern Dorcas
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...
Michael Philip Scalere
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...
Frances Marie Smid
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...
Michael B. Russell
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...
Pita Garcia
Jul 21, 2024
Pita Garcia, born on May 2, 1942, in Las Vegas, New Mexico, peacefully passed away on July 21, 2024 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. She was surrounded by her loving family and friends as she bid farewell to this world.
Pita attended Robertson High School and embarked on a journey filled with love, compassion, and unwavering dedication to those around her....
Gilbert Valencia Sr.
Jul 20, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Gilbert Anthony Valencia Sr., who left us on July 20, 2024, at the age of 80, With his son, Matthew, by his side. A longtime resident of New Mexico, Gilbert touched the lives of many with his generous spirit and unwavering kindness.
Gilbert is survived by his loving sons, who...
Phillip Styka
Jul 19, 2024
Col. Phillip Edward Styka, MD
Philippians 1:20-21 So now also Christ will be magnified in my body, whether by life or by death. For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain.
Revelations 21:4 And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There shall be...
