Betty Ruth Brewer
Aug 22, 2025
"A life that touches others goes on forever" Unknown
Betty Ruth Brewer, 76, of Rio Rancho, New Mexico passed away peacefully surrounded by family on August 22nd, 2025, after a prolonged illness.
Betty was born on January 22nd, 1949, to Claire and Fred Herford in Norman, Oklahoma. In the early 70's she moved to New Mexico where she raised her...
Michele Lyn Westfall
Aug 21, 2025
Michele Lyn Westfall, 51, passed away on August 21, 2025, to be with our Lord Jesus. Michele was known for her compassion, her fiery spirit, and her unwavering loyalty to those she loved. Friends and family can attest to her strong will and fierce devotion—she was deeply loved and will be profoundly missed.Michele is survived by her beloved dog of...
Lois Jean Curtis
Aug 19, 2025
Lois Jean Curtis Obituary
Lois Jean Curtis of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully at 92 years of age in her home on August 19th, 2025. Her daughter Diane and son-in-law Jim were at her bedside.
Lois was particularly blessed to have had a happy and fulfilling childhood. She was born on April 2nd, 1933 in San Antonio, Texas to Avery and...
Ira Verl Bowes Jr.
Aug 19, 2025
Ira Verl Bowes was born on August 30th, 1949, and passed away on August 19th, 2025. Ira was a happy man who loved his entire family wholeheartedly. Ira is survived by his 3 daughters and 3 grandchildren. He loved watching football and playing games on his phone. He loved to watch everyone hang out, talk, and play games as...
Kaitlin Reese
Aug 18, 2025
Kaitlin Chase Reese was born on June 14, 1988. She died, the victim of a hit and run driver, on August 18, 2025. Kaitlin was predeceased in death by her father, Roger Blake Stanfield, in 1991. She is survived by her son, Ian Blake Brandt; her mother, Rebecca Resse; her aunt, Laurie Scott; her sister, Candice Jill Newman; and cousins,...
Laura Anita Ann "Nan" Brewer Troup
Aug 16, 2025
Our wonderful, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother Laura Anita Ann “Nan” Brewer Troup, passed at the age of 85 on August 16, 2025, surrounded by her family. Nan was born in Hot Springs, NM on July 24, 1940, to William and Lessie Brewer. Nan was the youngest of 4 siblings, Lona May, Willie and Cletus, who all preceded her in...
Francis John Fahey
Aug 15, 2025
Francis "Frank" John Fahey
August 15th 2025
Frank was born in Brooklyn, NY in 1942 but lived in New Mexico from 1975 until the time of his death this year. He loved Country Music, Western Clothes, Football, Bingo, Karaoke, Buffets, and He loved singing in the Choir and going to Church with his wife Betty. He loved his 4 Children, 5 Grandchildren,...
Hilary Burger
Aug 13, 2025
Hilary Burger
March 1, 1964 - August 13, 2025
Hilary Burger, a resident of Echo Ridge Homes Cooperative in Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully in her sleep on August 13, 2025, due to sudden cardiac failure. Hilary was a kind and gentle soul. She was soft-spoken yet tenacious and fiercely independent. Swift to give but modest to receive. A trilingual (English,...
Felipe Castillo Sr.
Aug 13, 2025
Felipe Castillo Sr. passed away peacefully on Wednesday August 13, 2025, in Socorro, New Mexico. He was a Socorro resident for 25 years. Felipe truly lived life to the fullest through simple pleasures; playing baseball, singing at family reunions, boxing trainer, fishing and traveling.
Felipe is survived by his wife of 57 years Carlota Perez de Castillo, children Felipe Jr. (Clarita),...
Nathaniel Conor Tondreau
Aug 12, 2025
Nathaniel (lovingly Nat) passed away on August 12th, 2025, following a hard-fought battle with cancer. Nat was born in Los Alamos, NM, on February 23rd, 2016, the delivery occurring fast enough to warrant a call to the nurse to catch him. The life Nat was afforded maintained the same momentum: moving early, moving often, and holding a pace that kept...
Don James Svet
Aug 12, 2025
Don J. Svet died on August 12, at his home in Albuquerque, NM. He was 87 years old. Don was a resident of Albuquerque since 1959. Don was born on September 23, 1937, to Frank and Frances Svet, in Richwood, WV.
Don will be lovingly remembered by his wife Norma (Ordonez), they were married for 66 years. He is survived by...
Jimmie Henson
Aug 12, 2025
Jimmie Henson, age 90, passed away Tuesday, August 12, 2025. Jimmie was retired from the United States Air Force. He was a member of the Oldsmobile Club of America and was a dedicated Dallas Cowboy fan.
In honor of Jimmie's remarkable life, a Service will be held on August 26, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Daniels Family Funeral...
Catherine Elaine Lopez
Aug 9, 2025
At the age of five, Cathy moved with her parents and sister to Lemitar, NM, where she grew up and later raised her two sons, Daniel and Robert Lopez, in Socorro. Devoted to her boys, she carried the responsibility of being both a mother and a father, providing strength, love, and guidance throughout their lives.
When her sons were grown, Cathy...
Charles Daniel Stutzman
Aug 9, 2025
Charles Daniel Stutzman, MD, 77, passed away peacefully, held in the arms of his wife, Saturday August 9, 2025, at his home in Albuquerque, New Mexico. From a humble working-class family, his mother a homemaker and father a house painter, Charles was born October 3,1947 in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. Preceded in death by his parents Mary Louise (Ream) and Charles William...
Adelina L. Mumme
Aug 8, 2025
Our mom, Adelina “Lena” Louise Mumme passed away on Friday, August 8th, 2025, following a long hard fight with heart disease. She had her eyes set on reaching 90 young years of age but fell a bit short at 84.
She was preceded in death by her parents Secundino J. Miera and Adelina P Miera, husband Clarence “Bud” Mumme and son...
Joseph Allyn Andrus
Aug 7, 2025
It is with great sadness I share that our beautiful boy, Joseph Allyn Andrus, went home to Heaven early in the morning on August 7th, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. We lost him to gun violence while he was driving for Uber.
Joseph was welcomed home by his grandparents, Alice Karen Jackson, Kenneth Allen Andrus Sr., and Martha Green, as well...
Alexus Antoinette Mae Chavez
Aug 7, 2025
With heavy hearts, the family of Alexus Antoinette Mae Chavez—affectionately known as “Lexi” or “Lexi Bexi”—announces her sudden passing on August 7, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, at the age of 30.
Born on July 25, 1995, in Albuquerque, Lexi was the cherished daughter of Victoria Ross and Joseph Rudy Chavez. She was a beloved daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece, cousin, and...
Dionel Joseph Archibeque
Aug 7, 2025
Dionel Joseph Archibeque, 62, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2025, with his family by his side. He was a loving son, father, brother, nephew, and cousin whose kindness and devotion touched the lives of many.
Joseph was preceded in death by his father, Joe Archibeque. He is survived by his mother, Florence; his children, Santino and Andrea; his beloved grandchild,...
Ivelisse Vivas Cates
Aug 7, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Ivelisse Vivas Cates, who passed away peacefully in Albuquerque, NM, on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at the age of 85. Born November 23, 1939, in San Juan, Puerto Rico and moved to Albuquerque, NM in 1980. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was known...
Antonio Ray Martinez
Aug 7, 2025
Antonio Ray Martinez (TJ), age 47, passed away on August 7, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Born on October 10, 1977, in Borger, Texas, TJ brought warmth and light into the lives of all who knew him.
A dedicated and skilled electrician, TJ was known for his tireless work ethic and resilience. He navigated challenging schedules and demanding environments with determination...
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