Obituaries

Mary Smith

Mary Smith

Jun 8, 2010

Smith died June 8, 2010, in Albuquerque. She was born July 15, 1934, in Sheep Springs, into the Towering House People Clan for the Salt People Clan. Smith was an active member of Sheep Springs Full Gospel Church. She was well known for her Two Grey Hills rug weaving. Survivors include her husband, Lewis Smith of Sheep Springs; daughters, Marie...

George Silverio Vigil

George Silverio Vigil

Jun 8, 2010

George S. Vigil, 51, of Farmington, passed away peacefully at home Tuesday, June 8, 2010, after a lengthy illness. He was born July 27, 1958, in Santa Fe, to Silverio and Lena Vigil. George was well known for his generosity, kindness and sense of humor. His loving nature drew many friends and acquaintances through his years as owner of Jae-Geo's Bridal...

Corisha Rae Manfre

Corisha Rae Manfre

Jun 8, 2010

MANFRE "Corisha Rae Manfre, age 28 of Albuquerque, died June 8, 2010. Survivors include her husband of five years, Thomas “Newt” Manfre; children, Brandon M. Taylor, Harmony S. Manfre, Johnathan C. Manfre and Maya C. Manfre; father, Stacy Cole; mother, Tammy and husband Kenny Long, sister, Natasha Cole, brother, John Tillett, maternal grandmother, Eva Stoops and Mother and Father in...

Lois J. Cadman

Lois J. Cadman

Jun 7, 2010

CADMAN - Lois J. Cadman, age 52, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away Monday, June 7, 2010. She was born in Counselor, NM and was a resident of Cuba, NM. Lois was a Healthcare Provider with Heritage Home Health Care; she loved spending time with her family while enjoying a family cookout; and she especially treasured the time...

John W. Chandler

John W. Chandler

Jun 7, 2010

John W. Chandler August 7, 1957 - June 7, 2010 John W. Chandler, 57, of Aztec, passed away Monday, June 7, 2010, in Aztec. John was born August 7, 1952, in Sycamore, Ill., to Raymond and Betty J. (Cook) Chandler. John owned and operated his own automotive repair business in Farmington for 10 years. John was a dedicated friend to all and always helped everyone...

Marybelle Nighbert

Marybelle Nighbert

Jun 7, 2010

Our loving Mom, Marybelle Nighbert, age 83 of Farmington passed away at home on June 7, 2010. She was born April 14, 1927 in Tampa, Florida to John P Montejo and Eva Hewitt She married the love of her life, Charles C Nighbert and together for 64 years they had an extraordinary life full of travel and excitement. For many...

Lena C. Charley

Lena C. Charley

Jun 7, 2010

CHARLEY- Lena C. Charley, age 56, our beautiful and dedicated wife, mother, and sister, left her worldly surroundings to join her heavenly Father, on Monday, June 7, 2010. Lena is survived by her husband of 36 years, Andy Charley; sons Lawrence and Timothy; daughters Patricia “Patty”, Theresa, and Cindy; sisters, Mae Castillo, Bessie Rafael and Pauline Castillo; and numerous nieces,...

Donald Don"" Dean Walker

Donald Don"" Dean Walker

Jun 6, 2010

Donald "Don" Walker, 82, of Bloomfield, died Sunday, June 6, 2010, in Bloomfield. He was born Aug. 12, 1927, in Weinert, Texas. Graveside services were at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 9, 2010 at Bloomfield Cemetery. Brewer, Lee & Larkin Funeral Home 103 E. Ute St. Farmington, NM 87401 (505) 325-8688

Patricia Ann Hickman

Patricia Ann Hickman

Jun 6, 2010

HICKMAN-Patricia Ann Hickman, 86, a 45-year resident of Corrales, NM, passed away Sunday, June 6, 2010 after a courageous battle with cancer. Patricia was born in Albuquerque, NM, June 9, 1923 to J.W. and Ella Hesselden. Patricia was a graduate of Albuquerque High School where she and her twin sister, Rita, were cheerleaders. She and her husband, Berry Hickman, Jr....

Veronica Beaudette

Veronica Beaudette

Jun 6, 2010

BEAUDETTE" Veronica Meagher Beaudette, 93, passed away peacefully at home, June 6, 2010. Veronica is survived by Sisters, Patricia Bently, Petersburg, NY, Genevieve Gaefka, Eagle Bridge, NY, Robert Meagher of Daytona Beach, FL; her eight children Peter T. Beaudette, Robert Beaudette, James Beaudette, Mary Beaudette, Barbara Beaudette Murphy, John Beaudette, Teresa Beaudette Tesch, and Michael Beaudette; Fourteen grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren....

Gretchen L. Lee

Gretchen L. Lee

Jun 6, 2010

Gretchen L. Lee Dec. 25, 1949- June 6, 2010 Gretchen L. Lee, 60, of Novajo Dam, died Sunday, June 6, 2010, at San Juan Regional Medical Center in Farmington. She was born December 25, 1949. No services are planned. Gretchen was entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 804 N. Dustin Ave. Farmington, New Mexico 87401 (505) 326-3671

Robert Atencio

Robert Atencio

Jun 5, 2010

Robert “Bobby” Atencio, 62, of Blanco, passed away Saturday, June 5, 2010. He was born October 12, 1947, in Blanco, to Elias and Frances Garcia Atencio. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Delia A. Garcia, Anita and Cecelia Louise Atencio; and by his parents and grandparents. He is survived by three daughters, Geraldine Atencio, Jessica Atencio and Yolanda...

Robert Joe RJ"" Scoby

Robert Joe RJ"" Scoby

Jun 5, 2010

SCOBY�?¯�?¿�?½�?¯�?¿�?½“ Robert Joe Scoby, (RJ) was healed on June 5, 2010 by his Lord and Master. He was born on May 22 1929 in Amarillo, Texas. He served in the Navy and also worked as a Police Officer for the Amarillo Police Department before moving to Albuquerque where he met his wife of 53 years Betty Jo. He worked for...

Benjamin Brad"" Gooch

Benjamin Brad"" Gooch

Jun 5, 2010

GOOCH- Benjamin "Brad" Gooch, 41, a resident of Albuquerque, NM passed away on Saturday, June 5, 2010. Arrangements have been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800

Mary Jane Books

Mary Jane Books

Jun 5, 2010

Mary Jane Books departed this earth and met her Holy Father on Saturday, June 5, 2010, after fighting a long and courageous battle with MS. She was born on December 25, 1936, to John and Jeanne Erramouspe, who immigrated to America from France. She was raised on a ranch in Corona, and loved every creature great and small. She married...

Phyllis Ann Connolly

Phyllis Ann Connolly

Jun 5, 2010

CONNOLLY- Phyllis Ann (Peters) Connolly, 81, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on Saturday, June 5, 2010. Phyllis was born on January 24, 1929, to Henry Oscar and Bertha Ann (Heintzelman) Peters of Greensberg, PA. She is preceded in death by her stepmother, Alice Peters, her sister, Karen Baker, and survived by her sister, Penny Hawk. She has...

Esther Madrid Martinez

Esther Madrid Martinez

Jun 4, 2010

Esther (Madrid) Martinez, 61, of Kirtland passed away Friday, June 4, 2010 at her home. Esther was born November 27, 1948 in Chama the daughter of Jose Jubinal Madrid and Leonila Reynalda Martinez. She attended Chama High School and graduated in 1966. Esther met and married Henry Martinez in 1992 in Chama and they were married for 5 months. She...

Julia Jake

Julia Jake

Jun 3, 2010

Jake died June 3, 2010, in Gallup. She was born Dec. 26, 1929, in Borrego Pass, into the Hairy People Clan for the Black Streak of Forest People Clan. Jake was a peace maker and was on the school board. She did ranching, fencing, farming and weaving. She was in Ms. Elder Fest 2005-2006. Survivors include her son, Olson Jake...

Wilbur Elliott Bamfield

Wilbur Elliott Bamfield

Jun 3, 2010

WILBUR ELLIOTT BAMFIELD - Wilbur Bamfield, 75, passed away peacefully in his Wildhorse Valley home on Thursday, June 3. He was a resident of the Four Corners area since 1975. Wilbur worked for Peabody Coal in Kayenta, AZ for 18 years, then retired to Farmington. Wilbur was born in McPherson, Kansas on April 4, 1935 to farmers Elliott M. Bamfield and...

Sylvia Lee Dossey

Sylvia Lee Dossey

Jun 3, 2010

DOSSEY- Sylvia Lee Dossey, age 93, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully, Thursday, June 3, 2010, while surrounded by her loving family. Sylvia was a long time resident of Albuquerque. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Alameda. Sylvia enjoyed many nights having dinner with her family and friends at Murphy’s. She so truly loved her...