Newest Obituaries
Vigil --
The family of Eric Vigil would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expressions of sympathy extended to them during their recent loss. Services entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th Street NW.
Published on: Thu July 09, 1998
Whitacre --
Bernice M. Whitacre, a resident of Albuquerque since 1948, passed away on Monday, July 6, 1998. Bernice was the daughter of Joseph H. and Mabel Edick Stoker, she was born in Scipio, New York. She was a volunteer with the American Lung Assoc. for 18 years, a volunteer for the Bear Canyon Senior Center, previous member of the Duke City Race Walkers, Senior Olympic Champion swimmer since 1989, won a Gold Medal in 1995. She was preceded in death by her grandson, Richard T. Forrester; parents, Joseph and Mabel Stoker; brothers, Ernest and Edward Stoker; and sisters, Joan Stoker and Marion Gordon. Bernice is survived by her children, Richard J. Smith and wife, Sharon of Danville, CA, Brian V. Smith of Englewood, CO, Patricia M. Lupear and husband, Danny of Concord, CA, Maureen G. Forrester and husband, Terry of Rio Rancho; grandchildren, Michael Kevin Smith and wife, Nora, Bridget Wellerstein and husband, David, Dawne Bernice Forrester, Terrence Erik Forrester (Erik); great-grandchildren, Walker Forrester, Christopher Medrano, Rosalind Smith, Samuel Smith, Adriana Marie Smith; sisters, Anita Bergerstock, Alice Minde, Mary Matanle, Isabelle Mason, and Nancy Goodnough. The service for Bernice will be held Saturday, July 11, 1998, 10:00 a.m., at the First United Methodist Church, 314 Lead SW, Albuquerque, with Rev. John Schwarting officiating. Interment will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Lung Association of New Mexico or the Senior Olympics of New Mexico have been suggested. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho.
Published on: Thu July 09, 1998
Anaya --
In Loving Memory of PAUL ANAYA JR. 12/27/56 - 07/08/79Nino, it's been 19 years since you were taken up to Heaven. You were taken to complete a mission, to be my Angel and watch over me. I know you're watching every step I take because when I look up in the sky, you're the brightest star shining down on thee. You're loved and missed dearly!Love Always, Annette GriegoLoved & missed by mother, Elena Lucero, brothers, sisters, & many others
Published on: Wed July 08, 1998
Brown --
Services for Mary Ellison Brown, 87, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, will be held in the Prater-Lampton-Mills & Coffey Funeral Chapel of Hugo, OK. Officiating will be Reverend Philip Webb. Mrs. Brown passed away on July 6, 1998 in Oklahoma City, OK. Mary Ellison Brown was born November 13, 1910 to William"Frank" and Susan (Snead) Ellison. She married Neulon"Red" Brown Jr. on December 19, 1949 in Bernalillo. She was born and raised in Fort Towson, OK, then lived much of her life in Albuquerque; returning to Fort Towson from 1972 until 1985 to be with her mother. Mary attended school at both Chilocco and Wheelock Academy. She worked for the Federal Service in the Bureau of Indian Affairs from November of 1933 until April of 1972. At the time of her retirement she was Administrative Officer of the Southern Pueblo Office in Albuquerque. Mary Ellison Brown was preceded in death by her husband, Red Brown on July 14, 1965; one sister, Roma I. Criswell; three brothers, Edward F. Ellison, Eugene E. Ellison and Thomas Jack Ellison. Mary is survived by two sisters, Geneva Thomas of Phoenix, AZ and Jimmie Davis of Albuquerque; many nieces and nephews; and her longtime friend and companion, Hank Frey. Following services, interment will be in the Mount Olivet Cemetery under the direction of Prater-Lampton-Mills & Coffey Funeral Home of Hugo, OK.
Published on: Wed July 08, 1998
Coleman --
Priscilla Coleman, 58, and a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away on July 4, 1998 at Ladera Health Care Center. She was very outgoing in the community and volunteered her time with different recreational programs. Priscilla enjoyed walking, sewing and helping others. She is survived by her longtime companion, Tito Aragon; daughters, Brenda Stevens and her boyfriend, Demacio De Soto of Albuquerque and Alicia Barnet and fiance, Noel Williamson of Arizona; brothers, Raymond Maya and wife, Connie and Louie Maya; sisters, Cecelia Rael and husband, Alfredo, Maggie Maya, Theresa Cash, Gloria Crawford and husband, Gene and Viola Watkins; three grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends who loved and will miss her. Services will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 9, 1998 and Mass to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, July 10, 1998. Cremation arrangements by Direct Services, 4501 4th St. NW, 343-8008.
Published on: Wed July 08, 1998
Espinosa --
A Memorial Mass for Paula Carmen Espinosa will be celebrated 10:00 a.m., Thursday, July 9, 1998, at the Gate of Heaven Mausoleum Chapel, 7500 Paseo del Norte NE. Memorial contributions may be made to RHOC, Inc., 617 Truman NE, Albuquerque, NM. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, are in charge of arrangements.
Published on: Wed July 08, 1998
Esquibel --
The family of Mr. Barney Esquibel wishes to thank all their relatives and friends who were in attendance of the Rosary and Funeral services for Mr. Esquibel. They would also like to express their gratitude for all the love, care and compassion that has been shown to them. Arrangements by the Salazar and Sons Mortuary, 400 3rd St. S.W.
Published on: Wed July 08, 1998
Fogarty --
Peggy A. Fogarty, age 42, died on July 1, 1998. She was born in Denver, Colorado on May 18, 1956 to Thomas E. and Betty Ryan Fogarty. She was raised in Clayton, NM. She graduated from high school in 1974 and attended ENMU for two years before moving to Albuquerque in 1976, where she resided until her death. She was preceded in death by her brother, Michael in 1984 and her father in 1994. Survivors include her mother, Betty of Clayton; sisters, Pat and husband, Alan of Los Alamos, Michelle and husband, Mike of Rio Rancho; two nephews, Michael Morales and Alex Kirk; three nieces, Meigan and Mishawn Morales and Erin Kirk. She is also survived by her extended family of friends from Albuquerque who were with her to help in her final months of illness. A memorial service took place at the Presbyterian Chapel. Cremation has taken place. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Presbyterian Kaseman Hospice Unit, 8300 Constitution Ave. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110.
Published on: Wed July 08, 1998
Gutierrez --
MAX GUTIERREZ IIIGOD SAWGod saw you were getting tired, and a cure was not to be, so He put His arms around you and whispered,"Come with Me." With tearful eyes we watched you fade away. Although we loved you dearly; we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hard-working hands to rest, God broke our hearts to prove to us...That He only takes the best! It's lonesome here without you, we miss you more each day. Life doesn't seem the same since you went away. When days are sad and lonely, and everything goes wrong, we seem to hear you whisper,"Cheer up and carry on." Each time we see your picture, you seem to smile and say,"Don't cry, I'm in God's hands, we'll meet again someday!"We miss you, Your family with love
Published on: Wed July 08, 1998
Hahn --
Kathleen A. Hahn, 69, a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico for 26 years died Sunday, July 5, 1998 at home with her family by her side. She fought so hard but lost her courageous battle against cancer. Kathleen is survived by two sons, Dennis Hahn and special friend, Darla Plamondon of Cripple Creek, CO and Jerry Hahn and wife, Andy of Tucson, AZ; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Kathleen is also survived by two sisters, Wanda Geske Baker of Conchas Dam, NM and Lora Y. Lee of Davenport, IA. Kathleen was preceded in death by her son Michael, her mother Grace, her father Ralph and her brother Dean. She was born in Chadron, NE on March 22, 1929 and lived in Davenport, IA for 30 years before moving to Albuquerque in September of 1972. She worked in the printing business since 1962 and was active in the Sunshine Girls of Terrace Park for 12 years. There will be a memorial service at the Terrace Park Mobile Home Recreation Hall, 9000 Zuni SE on Wednesday, July 8, 1998 at 6:30 p.m. Kathleen requested in lieu of flowers you make a gift to someone you know who is needy. Burial arrangements provided by Metropolitan Direct Burial Center, Inc. 601 Mountain Rd NW Albuquerque 766-9400.
Published on: Wed July 08, 1998