Obituaries

Cynthia Ann George

Cynthia Ann George

Apr 26, 2023

 

Cynthia Ann George, 54, of Magdalena New Mexico peacefully passed away on April 26, 2023 at Presbyterian Rust Medical Center in Rio Rancho surrounded by her children after a difficult battle with T-Cell Lymphoma. 

Cindy was born on July 16, 1969 to Henry and Lora George in Socorro New Mexico. After Cindy attended Tonopah High School in Tonopah Nevada...

Connie "Concha" P. Ebler

Connie "Concha" P. Ebler

Apr 26, 2023

Connie “Concha” P. Ebler, 63, passed away on Wednesday, April 26, 2023.  Connie was born on January 7, 1960, in Socorro, NM to Gabriel and Frances Baca.

Connie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend.  She was the anchor of her family.  She shared her life with Tom Summers, her partner of 33 years.  They enjoyed fishing, long...

John Anthony Mares Jr.

John Anthony Mares Jr.

Apr 25, 2023

John Mares Jr, 31, lifelong resident of Albuquerque and Pena Blanca, passed away on April 25th, 2023.

John is survived by his children, Noah Anthony Sky Mares, Malia Thia Mares, Neveah Mae Mares, by his partner of 11 years, Stacilynn Blackie, by his mother Monica Garcia, his father John Mares Sr., his sister Jessica Roybal and husband Reyes, his...

Patsy Ruth Devine Austin

Patsy Ruth Devine Austin

Apr 25, 2023

 

Patsy Ruth Devine Austin, age 95, passed away Tuesday, April 25, 2023, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.  She was born May 7, 1927, in Trinidad, Colorado to John DeVine and Thelma Coulter Devine.  When Patsy was not attending to her five children and grandchildren, she worked at various jobs and enjoyed several hobbies, including sewing, doll making, fishing and...

Russell Warner Brown

Russell Warner Brown

Apr 25, 2023

Russell Warner Brown, 89, passed into eternity on April 25, 2023. He is survived by his wife of 17+ years, Billie L. Jordan, of Sun Lakes, AZ; daughters, Rene Newton and husband Allen, and Amy Beth Brown, of Albuquerque, NM; grandchildren Rachel and husband Dylan Eavenson, Abigail Wright, and Jessica Newton; great-grandsons Maddax and Carter Eavenson; Brother Paul R. Brown...

Teresa Medrano Barela

Teresa Medrano Barela

Apr 25, 2023

 

Teresa went home to her Lord and Savior on April 25, 2023 at age 98. She devoted her life to being a dear daughter, sister, and aunt, a sweet, loving wife and a nurturing, vibrant mother. She excelled at each one.  Teresa was predeceased by the love of her life, her husband Feliciano, her parents Manuel & Angela, brother...

Ray John Martinez

Ray John Martinez

Apr 25, 2023

Ray Martinez (79) passed away of natural causes on Tuesday, April 25th, 2023 surrounded by supporting family and friends.Ray met and fell in love with his wife, Therese, in Santa Fe and was married in 1966.  He was most known for his caring and giving heart, but also had an expansive impact as a Master Machinist and visionary covering a...

Frank Chenette

Frank Chenette

Apr 24, 2023

Frank Chenette passed on April 24th 2023, surrounded by family. He is survived by his wife of 60 years Pauline Chenette, son Mark Chenette and wife Holly, daughter Merilee Nelson and husband Neal, grandson Neil Altomare and wife Perri granddaughters McKenna and Isabella Chenette and great granddaughters Laine and Cole Altomare. Sisters Louise Blashke, Eleanor Agnelli and brother Paul Chenette,...

Josephine "Phine" Campodonico

Josephine "Phine" Campodonico

Apr 23, 2023

Josephine “Phine” Campodonico, age 89, transitioned from a life on earth to her rightful place with her savior in heaven on Sunday, April 23, 2023, in Albuquerque, NM.

 

Josephine was known for her unconditional love, grace, and selfless nature. She spent her life in service to God and to others without a need for the spotlight or recognition...

Doris LaVerne Greenhill

Doris LaVerne Greenhill

Apr 22, 2023

Doris Laverne Greenhill, 97, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2023. Born in Elkhart, Texas on August 14, 1925. She passed in Albuquerque, New Mexico with family and friends by her side. She is survived by her grandson, Charles Robert Greenhill "Bobby;" great-granddaughter, Staysha Greenhill; brother, Clifford Griffith, and his children; niece, Sheila Rouce and her sons, Shiloh and Dustin Baker; grand-nephews,...

Rosina L. Garcia

Rosina L. Garcia

Apr 22, 2023

Rosina L. Garcia, 100 – A beautiful shining light left this earth and now shines brightly above in heaven lighting a path filled with strength and guidance.  On Saturday, April 22nd, angels descended to escort their faithful servant home.  Our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great grandmother was greeted in heaven by her loving husband Joe, sons Johnny and Orlando,...

Mathew Mora

Mathew Mora

Apr 22, 2023

Mathew Mora, age 91 a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico a longtime resident, died April 22, 2023. He is survived by his two daughters. Daughter Kimberly Nadr and husband Robert Nadr of Aurora, IL, grandson Robert Nadr Jr of North Aurora, IL, and great granddaughters Jordyn Nadr & Audrey Nadr of Aurora, IL; grandson Matthew Nadr and wife Cassandra Nadr...

Melba Joan Kaszuba

Melba Joan Kaszuba

Apr 22, 2023

Beloved Wife and mother Melba Joan Kaszuba, age 85, a resident of Rio Rancho since 1991, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, April 22, 2023.  She is survived by her daughter Karen Hilton, son James Kaszuba and wife Sandra, grandchildren Ryan Hilton and Elyssa Hilton and sister Faye Woods all of Rio Rancho. 

She was preceded in...

James Don Anderson

James Don Anderson

Apr 21, 2023

James Don Anderson born on June 24, 1946, has passed on April 21, 2023, in Edgewood, NM. James, also known as Jim or Papa, was born to loving parents Clarence and Georgia Anderson in Albuquerque, NM.

He is preceded in death by his brothers; John E. Anderson, Robert R. Anderson, Ralph N. Anderson, and Jerry Anderson; sisters Roberta L. Darnold,...

Kimberly Jean Leppke

Kimberly Jean Leppke

Apr 21, 2023

Kimberly Jean Leppke, 63, resident of New Mexico has passed on April 21, 2023. Born to parents Lennes Hall and Jean B. Hall on August of 1959 in Omaha, Nebraska. Kimberly is preceded in death by her mother Jean B. Hall, Twin brother Mark L.Hall and brother David J. Hall. She is survived by brothers: Eric Hall of Questa NM...

Winona "Nonie" Gleason

Winona "Nonie" Gleason

Apr 21, 2023

Winona "Nonie" Gleason, age 62, passed away April 21, 2023 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, surrounded by those who loved her dearly.  She was born March 30, 1961 to Mildred and Albert Perkins in Lander, Wyoming.  She received her Bachelors degree and was a Budget Analyst employed by the United States Forest Service for 37 years.  Nonie loved her grandchildren, and...

Lisaida Ortiz

Lisaida Ortiz

Apr 20, 2023

Lisaida Ortiz went to be with Jesus on April 20, 2023, at the age of 98. She is survived by her daughter Rosemary Roybal, daughter-in-law Lorraine Ortiz, sons Robert Ortiz Sr., Steven Ortiz and wife Jeannie, sisters Betty Dominguez, Esther Lujan and Rose Sena, brother Joe Valdez and wife Matilda. Lisaida had many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren,...

Elsie Lane Padilla

Elsie Lane Padilla

Apr 20, 2023

Elsie Lane Padilla, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 20, 2023, at her home in Albuquerque. She was 77 years old. Her family is deeply saddened by her sudden death. Elsie was born on Monday, September 17, 1945, in Albuquerque, NM, in the small town of Alameda.

Elsie is survived by her sister, Mary Jean Abeyta and brother, Paul Padilla....

Ludwig Adam (Lud) Gritzo

Ludwig Adam (Lud) Gritzo

Apr 19, 2023

Ludwig Adam (Lud) Gritzo went to join the Lord and his beloved wife of 60 years, Lois Fay, on April 19th, 2023.  He was born on September 8th, 1937, in St. Louis, MO.  When he was seven years old, his father bought a small farm about 40 miles west of St. Louis.  There Lud grew up with all the experiences...

Judith (Judy) Starr

Judith (Judy) Starr

Apr 18, 2023

 

Judith (Judy) Starr

1/28/1944 - 4/18/2023

 

On April 18, 2023, Judy Starr, beloved mother, sister, friend, teacher, and lover of animals, passed away at the age of 79. Judy was born in Des Moines, IA and died in Albuquerque, NM. Judy taught in the Albuquerque Public School System for over 35 years. She also dedicated many of those...