Newest Obituaries
BARRERAS --
MICHAEL PATRICK 30, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Wednesday, May 23, 2012. He attended Cibola High School and went on to earn an Associates Degree in Webpage Design from TV-I. Michael was a very caring, loving, and giving young man, always putting others before him. His sense of humor brought much laughter to those around him and brightened up the room. Michael loved DJ-ing, music, animals, fishing, boating, snowboarding, and waterskiing. Michael especially enjoyed spending time with family and friends who he valued so much. He was an avid Denver Broncos and Indiana Pacers fan and followed sports readily. All who knew Michael will miss his beautiful smile, contagious laugh, warm hugs, and engaging personality. A rosary will be recited at 10:15 am, Wednesday, May 30, at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna Rd. NW. Celebration of the Mass will follow at 11:00 am. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. A reception will be held at the Church Hall. Michael is survived by his mother, Mary Catherine Lovato; father, Edward Barreras and wife Janice; sister, Dorothy Lovato; brothers, Rudy Lovato and Eddie Barreras Jr.; girlfriend, Mariah DeLeon; many aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews, nieces, and very close friends. Pallbearers will be Rudy Lovato, Eddie Barreras Jr., Isaac Ramirez, Gabriel Riojas, Casey Sutton, and Anthony Sedillo. Honorary pallbearers are Johnny Pacheco, James Martinez, Alex Martinez, Gabriel Lovato, and Angel Lovato. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, that donations be made to the Animal Humane Association, 615 Virginia St. SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. Please visit our online guestbook for Michael at www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300
Published on: Mon May 28, 2012
BLOCK --
SHERRY LOGAN February 26, 1937 - July 13, 2006 In loving memory of Sherry, my 14 year old sweetheart, 15 year old fiancee and wife of 53 years, the mother of our three children, John, Jennie and Pam. Sherry, we all love you and miss you with all of our broken hearts. Your broken hearted husband, T.J.
Published on: Mon May 28, 2012
CROOK --
PETE Age 78, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on Thursday, May 24, 2012. Pete was born in Unionville, MO, on January 12, 1934. Pete is survived by Jo, his wife of 58 years; his three sons, Randy (Julie); David (Vickie); and Peter (Allison); 10 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren; along with his mother, Helen Baldridge. Pete enlisted in the US Navy and served for 20 years, including the Korean War. He was an active deacon at Eastern Hills Baptist Church, a member of the Gideons, and loved serving the Lord and working with young people. Above all else, Pete loved the Lord and his family. He has left a legacy of faith that now spans four generations. Funeral services will be held at Eastern Hills on Tuesday, May 29, 2012 at 10:00 am. Interment will be at Santa Fe National Cemetery on June 1 at 9:45 am. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the International Mission Board or the Gideons International. Please visit our online guestbook for Pete at RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
Published on: Mon May 28, 2012
HAMRAH --
PETER JOSEPH was born February 8, 1952 and passed peacefully on May 9, 2012. Peter was preceded in death by his parents, Salim Boutrous and Edna Helen Aboussie Hamrah. Peter is survived by his children, Jennifer, Monique, Jonas and three grandchildren. Peter is survived by many first cousins and friends. A graveside memorial will be held at Sunset Memorial Park on Tuesday May 29, 2012 at 1:00pm prior to Endearment. Cremation by the Cremation Society of NM.
Published on: Mon May 28, 2012
RICE --
WALTER H. JR. Age, 74, of Albuquerque, passed away suddenly in March. He was born and raised in Washington, D.C. He is survived by his daughter Adrianne Martin and husband Paul; grandchildren Sabian Rice and Alexander Martin; his brother William Rice; nephews Glenn and Michael Rice; and the entire family of Ralph and Edna Dixon. The life that he appreciated so deeply included golfing, staying fit and healthy and travelling. His professional life included two years in the United States Coast Guard, two years in the F. B. I. and 25 years of teaching. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 am on Tuesday, May 29, 2012 at Monzano Del Sol, 5201 Roma Ave. NE, 87108. CREMATION SOCIETY OF NM 1935 Juan Tabo Blvd. NE (505) 323-9000
Published on: Mon May 28, 2012
VALENCIA --
LEROY G. Age 74, died peacefully at his home in Albuquerque, NM on May 23rd. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Lupita C. Valencia; and his three sons, Leroy Martin Valencia, Richard P. Valencia, and Anthony G. Valencia. He was also survived by his daughter-in-law Melissa E. Valencia; and two grandchildren Gavin M. and Miranda E. Valencia. Along with eight siblings, Corrine Marquez, Irene Archuleta, Dorothy Jiron, Rosie Sierra, Carol Serna, Peggy Valencia, Jimmy Valencia, and Mike Valencia. A Funeral Mass will be held at 9am on Tuesday, May 29, 2012 at Santuario de San Martin, with a brief reception to follow at the church.
Published on: Mon May 28, 2012
WEIDNER --
MIRIAM D. Of 1521 Dartmouth Drive NE was born June 11, 1927 in Fresno, California and went to be with her Lord on May 23, 2012 at age 84 in her home in Albuquerque. She is one of nine children of Reverend Eli T. and Phoebe R. Martinez. She is survived by her husband, Kenneth; her four children, Scott, Carol, Douglas and Keith; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and her remaining siblings, Charlotte, Phoebe, Hiram and Sylvia. Miriam attended Albuquerque High School, McCurdy Mission School in Espanola, NM and Howard Payne University. She worked at Rainbow Bread prior to joining Sandia National Labs where she met and married Kenneth Weidner in 1952. She left her position at Sandia to begin a family and spend more time in service to her Lord and church. Throughout her life, Miriam dedicated her life to Christian Ministry. She touched the lives of countless people with her talent as a musician. In her service to the church she served as pianist and organist for over 60 years. During that time Miriam also taught Sunday school, vacation bible school, and volunteered for special mission activities of the church. She played for women's softball teams for many years, primarily as pitcher. Her loving and unselfish nature was extended to others beyond her blood and church families. She opened her heart and home to foreign students from all over the world. She mentored them on our cultural differences, supported their educational activities, and showed them many of New Mexico's top sightseeing and historical destinations. Her many friends and her large family will miss her dearly. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 29, 2012 at French - Lomas Chapel. Please visit our online guest book for Miriam at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 505-275-3500
Published on: Mon May 28, 2012
ANTOS --
IDA MAE Age 87, a loving wife, mother and grandmother, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Wednesday, May 23, 2012. She is survived by sons, Michael L Antos of Albuquerque, NM, and Gerald M Antos and wife, Barbara of Los Alamos, NM.; grandchildren, Mickey Antos and wife, Sara, Scott Antos and wife, Katie, and John King and wife, Karen; great-grandchildren, Matthew, Sean and Bridget; and many other family and friends including her brother Joseph Esway. Mrs. Antos was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Lawrence, her parents Paul and Ida Esway, and her sisters and brothers. She was a member of Paradise Hills/Desert Green Country Club and was a very good golfer encouraging her whole family to love the game. Friends may visit French - Westside Location, Tuesday, May 29, 2012, 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm, with Services beginning at 6:00 pm. A Commital Service will be Wednesday, May 30, 2012, 10:30 am at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Memorial Shelter, 501 N. Guadalupe St. Pallbearers will be her family members. Please visit our online guestbook for Ida at; www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300
Published on: Sun May 27, 2012
BAKKUM --
NEIL A celebration of the life and times of Neil Bakkum was held at Nuestra Senora de Delores Chapel in Canon, NM on May 5th. Bakkum, 58, a long-time Alaskan fishing Capitan passed on April 10 in Seattle, WA where he was outfitting his latest commercial fishing boat, the "Magia". The celebration was attended by many friends and family under sunny skies and later the full Flower moon. Neil was born in Livingston, MT to Carl and Beverly (Werner) Bakkum. Carl and Beverly deemed him "a keeper". That phrase followed Neil throughout his life. Carl would fish the Yellowstone and bring home the big trout. This had a lasting effect on Neil and fishing and the ocean would become a lifelong passion. Neil was a graduate of the class of 1972 from Sandia High School. While in school, he played football for the Great Coach Rick Ruscetti. Neil briefly attended Ft. Lewis College where he honed his skills in fishing and skiing. There he was introduced to his second passion, hang gliding. Neil relocated to Temecula, CA in the mid 70's where he was introduced to Dick Eipper. He worked as a test pilot for Eipper Formance honing his skills as a pilot. He flew Torrey Pines, Yosemite and other legendary hang gliding hot spots throughout the West. Neil returned to Albuquerque and spent all of his spare time riding the Tram and launching his glider off Sandia Peak. Neil relocated to Angel Fire, NM in the early 80's. His passion for fishing returned. Neil could usually be found on Eagle Nest Lake or on the Cimarron River, rod in hand. He worked for Bill Thome constructing homes that were later featured in Architectural Digest. Neil was instrumental in the installation of the then top of the line snow making system at the Angel Fire Resort where he was the assistant mountain manager. In 1988, he was introduced to the Alaskan fishing industry, by Trey Curl, fellow hang glider and lifelong friend. He made his move to Dutch Harbor and began a long and intimate relationship with the ocean and everything that it is. He worked for Jubilee Fisheries for 23 years apprenticing under Captain Sam Collier as a deck hand, engineer and Captain. The responsibilities were enormous but Neil had found his niche. He long lined Sable fish and pacific cod on the F/V Kjevolja in the Bering Sea and Gulf of Alaska. Neil took great pride in what he did and loved to share his catch. His smoked black cod was legendary and shared with everyone during his infrequent trips his home in Canon. Neil never greeted a friend or new acquaintance with a handshake; it was always a bear hug and a wet kiss on the check. If you didn't know anything about the magic and spiritual mystery of the ocean, he would help you visualize it. Neil was preceded in death by his mother, Beverly (1986) and father Carl (2010). He is survived by his brother Mark and his family of San Diego along with several cousins. Neil will be sorely missed by all the people whose lives he touched. Contributions can be made in Neil Bakkum's name to the Seattle Fisherman's Memorial, PO Box 17356, Seattle, WA 98127.
Published on: Sun May 27, 2012
BARRERAS --
JOE AND DOROTHY In Memory Of Joe R. Barreras May 29, 1924 - November 22, 2006 Dorothy S. Barreras June 14, 1922 - November 16, 1999 Gone but not forgotten, Forever in our hearts and thoughts. Happy Birthday! Your loving family
Published on: Sun May 27, 2012