Newest Obituaries
ANDERSON -- James Melvin Anthony Anderson, of Albuquerque, New Mexico found peace June 27, 2009 at the age of 55. Loving husband of Nancy Anderson (nee Kopaczewski). Devoted father of Heather Duran and son-in-law Bernie. Adoring grandfather of Natalia, Gabriel and Lilliana. Further survived by his dear sister Karen and brother-in-law Jerry. Jim will be truly missed by his family and friends. Services for Jim will be held in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Arrangements are still pending. 
Published on: Fri July 03, 2009
ANDERSON -- Lois H. Anderson was born on July 4, 1927 and passed away on June 22, 2009. At this, no services have been arranged. RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663 Published on: Fri July 03, 2009
BEASLEY -- Vivian Iola Beasley passed away June 6, 2009 in Beaverton, Oregon at age 98. She was born April 30, 1911 in Richmond, Indiana to Sylvester and Lura Maud Lindsey. Vivian worked as a welder in the shipyards in Everett, Washington during WW II. After the war, she moved to Albuquerque and was a long time resident of New Mexico before moving to Oregon. During the 1950's, she worked for the labs in Los Alamos as a group secretary. After moving to Albuquerque in 1962, she worked for the US Forest Service, retiring in 1973. She and her late husband, Earl, retired to Roseburg, Oregon in 1976, where they built a home along the North Umpqua River. In 1987, they returned to New Mexico, living in Belen, and then in Los Lunas. Wherever she lived, Vivian was a talented church pianist, including Valley Christian, and Belen Christian churches. She also started two 4-H clubs in the South Valley of Albuquerque, the Trailblazers and Valle Grande 4-H clubs. Burial was at Willamette National Cemetery in Portland, Oregon where her husband is also buried. Vivian is survived by her daughter, Gail, of Beaverton, Oregon, and many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service is planned for July 8, 2009 at 3:00 p.m. at Cedar Hills United Church of Christ, 11695 SW Park Way in Portland, Oregon, with the Rev. Mary Sue Evers officiating. Remembrances to Belen Christian Church, Belen, New Mexico; or Cedar Hills United Church of Christ in Portland. Published on: Fri July 03, 2009
BUJOL -- George W. Bujol, Col USAF (Ret.), 88, navigated his way to Heaven on Tuesday, June 30, 2009. He was born February 28, 1921 in Estherwood, LA. Col Bujol was known by many of his friends and associates as the "Last Bombardier", retiring August 1, 1970 after more than 31 years of service. His career truly bridged the transportation gap; upon entry into the service in April 1939, he was assigned a $165.00 horse as his mode of transport, and his last combat crew assignment was as a radar-navigator on a $14,000,000.00 B-52 bomber. He devoted his next 27 years serving the poor of Albuquerque through the St. Vincent de Paul Society. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Diane; his children Frances Felts and husband Joe, Barbara Zimmerman and husband Fred, Marie Bujol, George W. Bujol, Jr. and Renee Bujol; seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, July 7, 2009, 10:00 a.m. at Holy Ghost Catholic Church, 833 Arizona, SE. Interment will follow at 1:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery with full military honors. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Vincent de Paul Society, c/o Holy Ghost Church, 833 Arizona SE, 87108. Please visit our online guestbook for Col. Bujol at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 Published on: Fri July 03, 2009
CRUICKSHANK -- Doris Cruickshank, 87, passed away on June 30, 2009. Those who wish to express condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com Doris' care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd, NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010 Published on: Fri July 03, 2009
DRAGER -- Josephine S. Drager was born on January 16, 1915 and passed away on June 22, 2009. At this, no services have been arranged. RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663 Published on: Fri July 03, 2009
FRANTZ -- Samuel C. Frantz, age 91, of Albuquerque, went to be with the Lord, Wednesday, July 1, 2009. Sam was born in Clinton, IN. He honorably served his country in the Army-Air Corps during WWII in the Pacific Theatre of Command. Sam moved to Albuquerque in 1957 where he met and married Kay in 1961. He enjoyed retirement, traveling with his wife, and became a grandfather at the age of 77. Sam will always be remembered as a "good and faithful servant of the Lord". He is survived by his wife, Kay; sons, Sam Jr. and wife Laura, Robert and wife Marlene; daughter, Crystal; grandchildren, Chad, Natalie, Kiersten, Jacob, and Matthew; brother, Carl and wife Mary Jane. A reception celebrating Sam's life will be held Monday, July 6, 2009 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., at French Mortuary Westside Location. Interment at Santa Fe National Cemetery will take place at a later date. French 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300 Published on: Fri July 03, 2009
GARCIA -- Celestina Garcia passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2009 in Albuquerque at the age of 87. She was born on February 2, 1922 in Tijeras, NM and a lifelong resident of the area, living in the village of Bartolo Baca. She is preceded in death by her parents, Santiago and Maria Gutierrez; and brother, Sosten Gutierrez. She is now at peace will all of her brothers and sisters. Mrs. Garcia is survived by her husband, Jesus Garcia; children, Ernest M. Garcia and wife, Cece of San Antonio, Jesus I. Garcia and wife, Elena, and Debra Mauldin and husband, Kevin; her favorite niece, Rosemary Garcia and husband, Joe; eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. A Rosary for Mrs. Garcia will be recited on Friday, July 3, 2009 at 9:00 a.m. with Funeral Service to follow at 9:30 a.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary. Burial will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:30 a.m. Pallbearers will be Joe Chavez, Antonio Gutierrez, Martin Garcia, Kevin J. Mauldin, Arturo Mauldin, Jessie Garcia and John Gonzales. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124 Published on: Fri July 03, 2009
MARSH -- Joan Ann Marsh, 68, a resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, June 30, 2009. She is survived by her husband of 46 years, George Marsh; children, Michael Marsh and wife, Laura, Michelle Chavez and husband, Don, Gregory Marsh, Jeffrey Marsh and wife, Sonja, Ryan Marsh and wife, Jenni, and Kendall Elliott and husband, Travis; grandchildren, Jessica, Aiden, Amber, Trinity, Gabriel, Christopher and wife, Sammi Jo, Camdyn, Theryn, Jonas, Davis, Emma, Lucas, Garrett, Gavin, and Kaitlyn; great grandchild, Sydni; and numerous other relatives and friends. Joan is preceded in death by her parents Orville and Mary Alice Hoffmann. She was born on June 11, 1941 in St. Louis, MO and graduated from high school in New Athens, IL. Joan was a supportive wife to her husband during his 24 year career in the United States Air Force. She worked for many years as Activities Director at La Vida Llena Retirement Community. Joan had a passion for antiques and loved to do needlework. She was a member of John XXIII Catholic Community. Joan was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Friends may visit French - Wyoming Branch, Sunday, July 5, 2009 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. with Rosary following. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at John XXIII Catholic Community, 4831 Tramway Ridge NE, Monday, July 6, 2009, 11:00 a.m. with Father Arkad Bizak, Celebrant. Entombment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 3411 Candelaria Rd. NE, Suite M, Albuquerque, NM 87107. Please visit our online guestbook for Joan at RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 Published on: Fri July 03, 2009
MONTANO -- Wilda Marie Montano, 77, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Wednesday, July 1, 2009 three days shy of her 78th birthday. She is survived by her loving husband of 34 years, Joe Montano; children, Yvonne Eder of San Leandro, CA, Barbara Keiser and husband, Warren "Butch", Charles Skinner and Len, Barbara Ann Pierce and husband, Rob Winters, Charles Montano and wife, Susan, Shirley Montano, and Marjorie Montano all of Albuquerque, Donna Montano of Portland, OR and Danny Montano of Phoenix, AZ; grandchildren, Rhonda Harmon, Michelle Cordova, Jason Eder, and Angela Boman; ten great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Gail Seidel. Wilda was a loving mother and grandmother who took great joy in her family and her numerous activities such as volunteering, Red-Hatting and crafting. She will be greatly missed by all. A Memorial Rosary will be recited Friday, July 3, 2009, 6:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. A Memorial Mass is pending date and time. Interment of cremated remains will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, 1900 Edith Blvd NE. Please visit our online guestbook for Wilda at www.RememberTheirStory.com. French 1111 University Blvd. NE. (505) 843-6333 Published on: Fri July 03, 2009