Obituaries

Nadia Faith Contreras

Nadia Faith Contreras

Oct 6, 2021

Nadia Faith Contreras

Passed away October 6, cradled in her parents arms while surrounded by family.  In her short 8 years she touched the lives of many, with her beautiful smile, her laugh, her kisses, her strength and just being a happy girl. She defyed the odds since day one and proved how much of a fighter she was.

She...

Robert Luther Smathers

Robert Luther Smathers

Oct 5, 2021

Robert Luther Smathers, age 83, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, departed his earthly home to his eternal home in Heaven, Tuesday, October 5 after a brief illness.

 

Bob was born December 30, 1937 in Candler, North Carolina to Jennings Byron Smathers and Mary Luther Smathers. Bob spent his entire childhood in Candler where he attended school and met the love...

Thomas (Gary) Richard Garvin

Thomas (Gary) Richard Garvin

Oct 5, 2021

Thomas (Gary) Garvin, 70, has lost is thirty-one year-long battle with Parkinson’s. He leaves behind Roy Reini, his husband of 32 years; his son Jeremy Garvin of Sullivan, Missouri;  his father Richard Garvin of Fremont, Ohio; cousin David Falquette and his wife Rita, of Mansfield, Ohio; his cousin SR. Linda Falquette, RSM, of Toledo, Ohio, and Carol Falquette of Toledo,...

Denis Rivet

Denis Rivet

Oct 4, 2021

Denis, age 67, went peacefully to his heavenly home on October 4, 2021 at home.  Born in Sturgeon Falls, Ontario, Canada on February 18, 1954 to Adolphe J. and Jeannette R. (Fournier) Rivet. He grew up in Crystal Falls, Ontario Canada and moved to Socorro, New Mexico to join his love, Rose, and had a loving marriage of 20 years. 

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Thomas Kelly Nims

Thomas Kelly Nims

Oct 4, 2021

Thomas Kelly Nims of Corrales, NM died on October 4, 2021 at 76 years of age.

He was at peace and surrounded by family. A self-made astronomer, geologist, beekeeper, programmer, wanderer, historian and sailor, Tom’s brilliant mind equaled his immensely kind heart. He remained curious about new topics and the people around him throughout his life, developing a deep wealth...

Terry Yannacci

Terry Yannacci

Oct 4, 2021

Terry Yannacci passed away October 4th, 2021.

She is survived by her daughter, Kimberly Yannacci, sisters, Judy Risinger and Beatrice Griego, as well as her brother, Tim Martinez (Canido).

 

Services will be held at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. 

Mary "Esther" Ebler

Mary "Esther" Ebler

Oct 4, 2021

Our precious mother, Mary "Esther" Ebler, Loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, age 85, passed away on Monday, October 4th, 2021, in Albuquerque at Tender Heart Assisted Living under the influence of Hospice care.

Esther was born on October 24, 1935 in Polvadera, New Mexico, to Pablo Benavidez Sr. and Salome P. Giron. She was raised by parents Hipolito...

Lydia Cantu Willingham

Lydia Cantu Willingham

Oct 3, 2021

On Sunday, October 3rd, 2021, Lydia Cantu Willingham, passed away to be with the Lord.

 

Lydia was born in El Cerritos (Manassa), Colorado on April 3rd, 1927. She was born to Maria Eva Cisneros and Jose Candido Cantu. She lived there until she was 5 years old. Her and the family then relocated to Taos, New Mexico where close...

Bessie Jaramillo

Bessie Jaramillo

Oct 3, 2021

Bessie Jaramillo age 82, long-time resident of Corrales, NM was called home to be with our Lord on October 3, 2021. 

Bessie is survived by her beloved husband of 65 years, Celso Jaramillo. Children Dennis Jaramillo, Rudy and wife Cindy Jaramillo, Pat and husband Ted Sanchez, Liza Montano, Debbie Saavedra and boyfriend Raul. Grandchildren; Teddy Sanchez, Erika Jaramillo, Adam Sanchez,...

Theresa “Terry” J. Crump

Theresa “Terry” J. Crump

Oct 3, 2021

Theresa “Terry” J. Crump passed away on Sunday, October 3, 2021 in Albuquerque, NM at the age of 82.

Theresa is survived by her children, Robert and Lianne Crump, and Justine Ferraioli both of Rio Rancho, NM; sister, Mary Ray of Lindenhurst, NY; grandchildren, Derrick Martinez and fiancée, Melanie Perez, Matthew Martinez, Stephanie Martinez, Josephine Crump, Jacqueline Crump, Julianne Crump and...

Timothy Michael Mascarenas

Timothy Michael Mascarenas

Oct 2, 2021

Timothy Michael Mascarenas of Santa Rosa, NM passed unexpectedly on Saturday October 2, 2021 at the age of 61. He was born July 26, 1960 in Albuquerque, NM to parents Robert E. Mascarenas and Jerry D. Mascarenas. He graduated in 1978 from Del Norte High School and enlisted in the US Army in 1980 he served 14 years in the...

Daniel Jose Sanchez

Daniel Jose Sanchez

Oct 2, 2021

Daniel “Dan Dan” Jose Sanchez died peacefully in Albuquerque, New Mexico on October 2nd, 2021 at the age of 74.

Daniel was born April 3rd, 1947 in Vaughn, New Mexico to Betty Roybal and Federico Sanchez. He shared his life for over the last fifteen years with his significant other Diane Valdez, with whom he shared a blended family of...

David Joseph Kincaid

David Joseph Kincaid

Oct 1, 2021

David Joseph Kincaid, age 63, passed away October 1, 2021 in Albuquerque, NM. He was born January 19, 1958 in Del Rio, TX to William and Elizabeth Kincaid.   He was preceded in death by his wife, Rosanne J. Griego-Kincaid, his parents, and his brother, John Kincaid.   David is survived by his son, Sean Kincaid of Albuquerque, NM; his...

Toni M. Brittain

Toni M. Brittain

Sep 30, 2021

Toni M. Brittain, age 53, passed away Thursday, September 30, 2021. She was born November 10, 1967 in Albuquerque, NM to Steve and Clorinda Cardenas.   She was preceded in death by her father, Steve Cardenas and her brother, Steve Cardenas. Toni is survived by her son, Stoney of Albuquerque, NM; her daughter, Erin of Albuquerque, NM; her mother, Clorinda...

Ernest Blair

Ernest Blair

Sep 29, 2021

Ernest Blair was born November 2, 1934. He had a fraternal twin brother, Wash. He had 4 brothers and 3 sisters. He grew up on a ranch outside of Garfield, N.M. When he was young he would ride his horse to and from school. He joined the military in 1951 at the age of 17. He became a pilot in...

Sharon Kologie

Sharon Kologie

Sep 29, 2021

Sharon Kologie was a wonderful, warm, and loving daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend. Her bright energy and love of life did not come to an end with her passing.  After a courageous battle with cancer, she was finally able to rest on September 29, 2021.  Loved and adored by so many who will continue to carry the light she...

Shane Thomas Sr.

Shane Thomas Sr.

Sep 28, 2021

Shane Joseph Clifford Thomas Sr. passed away on September 28, 2021 in San Acacia, New Mexico.  He is survived by his loving sons:  Shane Jeremy Thomas Jr., Eric Casey Thomas, and Skyler Ray Thomas. 

Shane Sr., will be forever loved and missed by his family.  A Rosary will be held on Friday, October 15, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. followed by the...

Martha Jane Hindi (Leonard)

Martha Jane Hindi (Leonard)

Sep 27, 2021

Martha Jane Hindi (Leonard) passed away on Monday September 27, 2021 at the age of 83.

She was born April 2, 1938 in Alliance, Ohio. The Leonard Family relocated to Albuquerque, New Mexico in 1948. Martha graduated from Highland High School in 1956 and attended the University of New Mexico. She was a Powder Puff Champion at Speedway Park in...