Newest Obituaries
Solano -- The family of Fermin L. Solano would like to thank everyone who was with them whether it was by thought, prayer, or in person. We would like to thank the emergency room staff that was on duty February 2, 2001 for their kindness, thoughtfulness and help they gave us that evening, we certainly appreciate the kindness shown us in our time of sorrow by all. 
Published on: Sun February 11, 2001
Spaeth -- Rose M. Spaeth, 74, a resident of Rio Rancho, passed away on Thursday, February 8, 2001. Rose was born on April 24, 1926, in Melrose, Minnesota. She is survived by her husband, Mel J. Spaeth; three daughters, Layne Spaeth of Glendale, Arizona, Linda Styler and Pamela Byrne of Rio Rancho; and two sons, Johnny Spaeth of Rio Rancho, and Charles Spaeth of Tempe, Arizona; four sisters, Hilda Black of Osakis, MN, Val Patterson of Indianapolis, IN, Clara Stadther of Sauk Centre, MN, Winnie Sarrack of St. Paul, MN; two brothers, Norb Koch, Eagan, MN and Bernie Koch of Alexandria, MN; ten grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. A Prayer Service will be held on Tuesday, February 13, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho Published on: Sun February 11, 2001
Thurston -- Wayne K. Thurston, 82, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on February 6, 2001. He is survived by his wife, Georgiana; sons, Wayne O. Thurston and his wife, Peggy, Michael William and his wife, Natalie; stepsons, Robert Holcomb and his wife, Sandra, Richard Holcomb and his wife, Karen; stepdaughter, Elizabeth Mills; 13 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Wayne was a member of the Albuquerque Kiwanis Club and received the Hixon Award for his outstanding service. A Memorial Mass will be held at Our Lady of the Assumption Church, 811 Guaymas Place, NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108 on Wednesday, February 4, 2001 at 1:00 p.m., celebrated by Father Louis Jaramillo. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to your favorite charity. Cremation arrangements by the Sunrise Society of NM, 891-8200. Published on: Sun February 11, 2001
Valenzuela -- Rumaldo C. Valenzuela, 87, a resident of Albuquerque for 24 years, died on Thursday, February 8, 2001. He is survived by his wife, Gladys Valenzuela of Albuquerque; daughters, Josie Mitchell and Blackie Scott and husband, Terry; grandson, Dale Fogle, granddaughters, Ginger Ulibarri and husband, Dwayne, and Shelley Baca and husband, Brandon, all of Albuquerque, and great-grandchildren, Rebecca and Dru Taylor. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, February 14, 2001, 6:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming NE. In lieu of flowers friends may donate to the American Parkinson's Disease Association, 1250 Hylan Blvd., Staten Island, NY 10305. Published on: Sun February 11, 2001
Weidman -- Robert V. Weidman, born July 7, 1921 passed away February 9, 2001. Dad is it the image in the mind that binds us to our lost treasures, but it is the loss that shakes the image."Someday soon we will all be together." Kiss Mom and Penny, hold a kiss for Barry who will soon join you. I Love You All...I Love You...I Love You. Your Daughter, The Mother Hen, Lynn L., Angela, Jennifer, Autumn, John and Richard. The Longobardis. Published on: Sun February 11, 2001
Weidman -- Robert V. Weidman, 79 a resident of Albuquerque since 1981, passed away on February 9, 2001. Mr. Weidman is survived by his daughters, Donna I. Gregor and husband, Thomas, Sr. of Newton, PA, Lynn J. Longobardi and husband, Al, Irene"Cyndi" A. Bass and husband, Albert, and Jill D. Weidman and Inge Moller all of Albuquerque, NM; sons, Kurt R. Weidman of Bronx, NY and Barry C. Weidman of Newtown, PA; grandchildren, Tami, Vinny, Kim - aka "Poppy's Elf", Tom Jr., Christina, Angela, Jennifer, James and Dawn; great-grandchildren, Jennifer, Jessica, Johnnie boy, Noah, Lucas, and Alyssa. Robert was preceded in death by his wife of 45 years, Irene Ellen Mary Weidman and daughter, Pennie"Sugarplum" Daleo. He served during WWII as a T. Sgt. in the U.S. Air Force receiving the Distinguished Flying Cross, 11 Air Medals and Distinguished Unit Citation. He retired as a N.Y. City Policeman after 20 years of service in 1969. Your co-pilot will make sure your silver wings are always in the moonlight. Services will be held Monday, February 12, 2001, 11:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. N.E. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE Published on: Sun February 11, 2001
Wilson -- Louise Wilson, age 68, passed away in Albuquerque, NM, on February 8, 2001. No local services are planned at this time. Cremation arrangements by the Sunrise Society of NM, 891-8200. Published on: Sun February 11, 2001
Worden -- Mildred Ginther Worden, 83, a resident of Albuquerque for 43 years reluctantly passed from this life on February 7, 2001. She is survived by husband, Oren; daughter and best friend, Ann Roche; sister, Evelyn Sage of Loveland, CO; aunt, Helen Scholand of Hilton, NY; and several cousins. She was born in Adams Basin, NY and graduated from the University of Rochester, Rochester, NY with a B.A. and a M.Ed. She was active in the Republican party for many years, was a Board member and Officer of the New Mexico Symphony Orchestra for six years, and for many years was a member and Board Officer of the League of Women Voters. She was a member of St. John's United Methodist Church, Women's Golf Association of Four Hills Country Club and ABCL Bridge Club. She enjoyed golf and bridge, not just for the sport, but for her many delightful partners. Cremation has taken place and a Private Burial Service will be held at Garland Rural Cemetery, Garland, NY. For those who wish, a contribution to the New Mexico Boys and Girls Ranches, 6209 Hendrix, N E, Albuquerque, NM 87110 or the All Faiths Receiving Home, 1709 Moon, N E, Albuquerque, NM 87112 would be welcome and appreciated. Published on: Sun February 11, 2001
Young -- S. Beatrice (Bea) Young. March 10, 1928 - February 6, 2001. Survived by husband of 53 years, C. Bennett (Ben) Young; brother and sister-in-law, Jason and Virginia Preston of Wayne, NE; children, Preston and Penny Young of DeSoto, Kansas, Anna and Michael Judernatz of Omaha, NE, Angie and Ed Buckspan of Broken Arrow, OK and Charles and Lisa Young of Tucson, AZ; grandchildren, Derby and Morgan Young, Jeremy and Daniel Judernatz, David and Allen Buckspan, and Megan Morong. She was loved and admired by all she met and knew. After moving to Los Lunas, NM from Omaha, NE in 1985, Bea became involved in activities at Monte Vista Christian Church and was always involved in the choir. Bea and Ben also danced every Friday with the Bosque Cuadrillas Square Dance Club in Belen and attended many square dance festivals and conventions. She had many talents with fabrics and her favorite, late in life, was spinning wool into many colored yarns. She would always finish up with her own creations of woven and knitted articles of scarves and clothing. She will be truly missed but always loved by her family and many friends. A Memorial Service is scheduled Sunday, February 11, 2001, 3:00 p.m. at Monte Vista Christian Church, 3501 Campus Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Monte Vista Memorial Fund or the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Published on: Sun February 11, 2001
Abre£ -- In loving memory of Conrado Abre£ Born March 5, 1908 Died February 10, 2000This is for you, for the Dad I love so much. Who had cared all these years but never heard enough about how much I love you, so this is for you, Dad. For the one that helped me through all my years, through fears and failures and turned them all into success. Dad, the person whose devotion to his family is marked by gentle strength and guidance. Whose love of life, sense of direction. Dad, you where, in my life, wonderful examples of what a Dad should be. I miss you now so much and loving you. Emily Abre£ Tupell Published on: Sat February 10, 2001