Obituaries

Barry (Bernard) Bookman

Barry (Bernard) Bookman

Nov 16, 2020

Barry (Bernard) Bookman, age 75, a resident of Albuquerque, NM passed away November 16, 2020 at home. He was born on October 22, 1945 in Chicago, Illinois to Mandel and Goldie (Landman) Bookman.  He is survived by his Step-son Matt (Meredith) Goodman and Step-daughter Randi Goodman, Niece Lee Hart, Nephew Mandel (Irene) Bookman, Niece Alegra (David) Schmidt, Nephew Jim Holmes,  Great Nephews, Brandt...

Paige Diamond

Paige Diamond

Nov 16, 2020

Paige Diamond, age 58, passed away Monday, November 16, 2020. She was born in Denver, CO on October 12, 1962, to Gary Johnson and LuLu Luce.

She was preceded in death by her mother, LuLu Mae Luce; father, Gary Johnson; brothers, Jeffery Johnson and Trevor Johnson.

Paige is survived by her brother, Matthew Kenneth and wife Elizabeth Diamond Johnson of...

Robert Dale Iverson

Robert Dale Iverson

Nov 15, 2020

Robert Dale Iverson (BOB) loving husband, father and grandfather passed away peacefully November 15. He was 85. He was born in Fairfax, Minnesota February 27, 1935 to William and Gladys Iverson. He leaves behind his wife Mary (Marie) of 64 years and children Robert, Jr. (Ciara), Los Lunas, NM; Lori (Rick) Zarembo of Henderson, Nevada, and Richard Iverson of Albuquerque,...

Linda Colleen Tiley

Linda Colleen Tiley

Nov 15, 2020

Tiley, Linda Colleen Age 73, passed away Sunday, November 15, 2020 in Belen, NM. She was born on July 3, 1947 in Taos, NM.   Linda graduated from Albuquerque High School. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend.  Linda enjoyed being with her family, friends and all things Dolly Parton.   She is survived by...

Sigrid "Johanna" Payne

Sigrid "Johanna" Payne

Nov 15, 2020

Sigrid “Johanna” Payne, age 85, passed peacefully at home with her family by her bedside on Sunday, November 15, 2020. Born in Aschaffenburg Germany to Maria and Fritz Baerenz, she was the youngest of six children including three brothers Fritz, Gerhardt and Christian, and two sisters Lotta and Marlies.   She is survived by her husband of 66 years, James...

Harold W. Nelson

Harold W. Nelson

Nov 14, 2020

      Harold W. Nelson passed away Nov. 14th at his home in Albuquerque NM after a long illness. He was 87.  He is survived by his Mountainair high school sweetheart, wife Patsy (McNiel) of 67 years.  A son Jerry Nelson of Ridgecrest Ca. and a daughter Bobbie Nelson. A grand-daughter Andrea Watson, husband Kevin and great grand-daughters Reese, Zoe, Charly...

Francisco Arthur Cano

Francisco Arthur Cano

Nov 14, 2020

Arthur was born on September 17th, 1938 to Rosendo Arturo and Luisita Lucero Cano. He served 4 years in the US Air Force and was a dedicated employee of McDonnell Douglas Corp/Boeing Co. For over 30 years. On August 29th, 1970, he married Victoria Nunez Alvarez. They raised three children Arthur, Veronica and Virginia. 

 

Arthur had a passion for...

Gilbert Torres

Gilbert Torres

Nov 13, 2020

Gilbert Torres Sr, age 80, a lifelong resident of Magdalena N.M, passed away peacefully on November 13, 2020. He was born on September 2, 1940 to Margarito & Sofia Torres in Magdalena N.M. Gilbert is preceded in death by his parents;  first wife, Clara (Romero) Torres;  five brothers; Ernest Torres, Thomas Torres & wife Eufrasia, Diego Torres & wife Betty,...

Eloisa Bergere Brown

Eloisa Bergere Brown

Nov 11, 2020

Eloisa Bergére Thornburg Brown passed away on 11/11/2020. She was born 4/4/1927 in Santa Fe, NM into the historic Luna-Otero family. Eloisa was named after her Grandmother, Eloisa Luna Otero Bergére as requested by her Grandfather, Alfred Maurice Bergére. Eloisa was very proud of her New Mexico heritage and she lived life fully with style and exuberance.  

 

She was predeceased by...

Georgianne Mendez

Georgianne Mendez

Nov 10, 2020

Georgianne Mendez passed away peacefully in her home in Corrales, New Mexico on November 10, 2020, at the age of 61.

Georgianne is survived by her mother, Jeannie Montoya of Durango, Colorado; her daughters, Judy Mendez of Albuquerque, New Mexico, and  Renee Mendez of Corrales, New Mexico; her step daughters, Linda Carrillo and Jeanette Swessel; her step son, Paul A....

David Lee Otero

David Lee Otero

Nov 10, 2020

David Lee Otero, 72, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on Tuesday, November 10, 2020.  He was born on March 4, 1948 in Taos, NM, to his parents, Rudolph F. Otero and Fannie (Struck) Otero.  David was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Rudy Otero, Jr., his sister Margaret Ann Otero-Keiser, and his previous wife, Dorinda (Martinez) Otero.  He...

DeAnna Stiff

DeAnna Stiff

Nov 9, 2020

 

 

DeAnna Stiff, age 49, passed away Monday, November 9, 2020. She was born in Albuquerque, NM on March 1, 1971, to John Serino, and Mary Saavedra.

DeAnna is preceded in death by her aunt and godmother, Rose Sandoval.

She is survived by her husband, Jermaine Stiff; son, Adrian Jermaine Stiff; stepdaughters, Arie, Amanda, and Amber; granddaughters, Camille, and...

Melecio "Pat" Salazar

Melecio "Pat" Salazar

Nov 9, 2020

Salazar, Melecio “Pat” Jr.

Age 44, passed away Monday, November 9, 2020. He was born in Grants, NM on October 18, 1976, to Melecio and Priscilla Salazar, Sr.    He was preceded in death by his father and brother Patrick Salazar.   Melecio is survived by his wife, Amber M. Salazar; mother, Priscilla L. Salazar; sons, Ryan Salazar and Joshua...

Richard F Kolda

Richard F Kolda

Nov 6, 2020

Richard F. Kolda, age 100, passed away on November 6, 2020 due to complications from Covid-19.  He was fortunate to have led a wonderful life.  Richard was born on June 19, 1920 in Cleveland, Ohio, to Frank Kolda and Mayme Kolda (nee Hruby).   His mother was one of the renowned Hruby Family of musicians, who were integral in developing music...

Alfred Staub

Alfred Staub

Nov 5, 2020

Alfred Staub, 88, of Rio Rancho passed away on November 5, 2020.  Born in Schaffhausen, Switzerland, he was the son of the late Wilhelm and Anna Staub.  Alfred studied electrical and mechanical engineering in Switzerland and took management courses at the State University of New York.  He was employed by the Atlantic Cement Company starting in 1963 and eventually retired...

Donald Franklin Miller-Rankin

Donald Franklin Miller-Rankin

Nov 4, 2020

Donald Franklin Miller, age 18, passed away Wednesday, November 4, 2020. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on May 18, 2002.

Donald is survived by father, Percy Lee Rankin of Rio Rancho, NM; aunts, Tasha and Rebeca of Rio Rancho, NM; uncles, Stan Ron and Andre of Chicago, IL; dad, Bobby of Chicago, IL; and his most beloved dog, Frankie. 

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Michael Lawrence Argeanas

Michael Lawrence Argeanas

Nov 4, 2020

Michael L. Argeanas, with the love of humanity in his heart, my brother carried the burden of being the “black sheep”. His differences, however, were more of a blessing then a burden. Michael brought a beautiful light and color that contributed to this canvas of life. This colorful light will always shine in epic glory. Michael is now our warrior...

Jonathan James Chavez

Jonathan James Chavez

Oct 31, 2020

Chavez, Jonathan James

With deepest sorrow, we announce that Jonathan James Chavez (Jay Jay), age 29 our most beloved son, brother, family member and friend passed suddenly on Saturday, October 31, 2020.

Those who knew Jonathan lost a bright shining light in their lives. Jonathan will be missed each and every day by his daughter Lucia; his son Malcolm James;...