Obituaries

Feb 6, 2016

Age 44 of Albuquerque New Mexico passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, February 6, 2016. Thomas is survived by his children, Patrick Mares, Jesslyn Mares, Raevyn Mares, Vincent Mares; his mother, Ruby Danbury; father, Raymond Mares; sisters, Melissa Park and husband Robert Ronquillo, Nichole Rodeheaver and husband Jack Rodeheaver; along with six nieces and nephews. Thomas was a talented and accomplished...

Feb 6, 2016

Trujillo, Martha E.Age 60, passed away suddenly in her home in the South Valley Saturday, February 6, 2016. She was a lifelong resident of New Mexico. Martha  is survived by her partner, Pablo Hernandez; daughters, Emilee Flores and husband, Roberto Rodriguez, Francisca Hernandez; grandchildren, Israel and Rosilee Rodriguez; siblings, Connie Lopez, Lorina Justus, Eleanor Trujillo, Julian Trujillo and wife, Susie, Michael...

Feb 6, 2016

Ferron, Edward R.Edward (Ed) Ferron left us peacefully Saturday, February 6, 2016 surrounded by his loving family in the comfort of his Rio Rancho home at the age of 85. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Shirley Ferron; son, Patrick Ferron; daughter, Kim Mendenhall and husband, Michael; Ed’s youngest son, Craig Ferron and wife, Julie. Ed...

Feb 4, 2016

Sarracino, Maria Pilar Age 85, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 4, 2016 in Socorro, NM. She was born in Socorro,  on August 26, 1930, to Victor and Teresita Lopez. Pilar was a special lady and was loved by everyone who knew her. She made sure that anyone who came by to visit never left her home hungry. Pilar was a...

Feb 4, 2016

Betty J. McLelland, age 86, passed away on Thursday, February 4, 2016, surrounded by her family. She was born on June 20, 1929 in Decatur, Texas to Gertrude Moser and Bryson Williamson. Betty was preceded in death by her two sons, Steve and Chris. She is survived by her husband, Vernroy Ahnin; son, Mike McLelland; grandsons, Shawn McLelland and wife,...

Feb 4, 2016

Joyce Anita Lowry, nee Wexler, passed away on February 4, 2016 in Albuquerque, NM. She was the daughter of Sara Rose and Marvin Wexler, born on April 22, 1927 in Chicago, IL. Her only marriage was to Capt. Jose' H. Lowry, US Army (Ret). Joyce graduated from high school in Janesville, WI and the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She also completed...

Feb 4, 2016

Hutchinson, Lawrence W. March 14, 1920 - February 4, 2016       Lawrence Hutchinson, son of Robert and Julia Hutchinson, born in Clare, Michigan, made his home for the last 35 years in Rio Rancho. He had moved from Flint, Michigan in 1980 after retiring from a career in the U.S. Postal Service.  Mr. Hutchinson was also a proud WWII Veteran having served...

Feb 4, 2016

Terrell, Jay PatrickAge 77, was called to his final resting place with the Lord on Thursday, February 4, 2016. Beloved brother, husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He was preceded in death by his parents, RP and Vela Terrell; son, Brian Terrell; and Marla Terrell. Jay is survived by his sister, Kara Lynne (Marlin) Austin; children, David (Lesa) Terrell, Melanie Terrell,...

Feb 3, 2016

Feb 2, 2016

Hof, Terrie AnnTerrie Ann Hof, 71, of Rio Rancho, NM passed away on February 1st, 2016.  She is survived by her loving brother and sister and her three daughters, nine beautiful grandchildren, and one precious great-grandson.  Terrie was a gifted quilter and seamstress who was ever dedicated to the family and friends she loved so much.  She will be deeply missed and forever...

Feb 2, 2016

Age 90, passed away on Tuesday, February 2, 2016. Josephine grew up in  Old Town and was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque. Josephine is survived by her children, Ramona Silva and Carmen Silva; siblings Dolores Harris, Mabel Tellez, Max Salas; as well many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eloy Silva and daughter, Maria Silva.Josephine...

Feb 2, 2016

Age 77, beloved husband, father and brother passed away on Tuesday, February 2, 2016 at his home in Albuquerque, NM. Born in Rustenburg, South Africa on October 28, 1938 to Tjipke (Chip) and Maria Wilhelmina Anna (Mies) Kramer, Wim spent his childhood and early part of his career in southern Africa. Wim was an Exploration Geologist and as such loved...

Feb 2, 2016

Bland, Ruth E Ruth Eleanor Bland, 81, beloved daughter, devoted mother, and grandmother, left this life on February 2, 2016. A remembrance service will be held on Saturday, February 20, 2016, at 1:00 pm at the Daniels Family Chapel on Sara Rd in Rio Rancho. Eleanor is survived by her son and his family: Curt and Julie Bland, their sons:...

Feb 2, 2016

Dr. Vincent A. DiZinno, of Rio Rancho, NM, passed away peacefully on February 2nd, 2016. He was 93. He was born in Waterbury, CT and attended Fordham University (B.A. 1948), and Temple Dental School (D.M.D., 1953). After graduation he married his sweetheart Frances Sbordone of Oakville, CT. The couple moved to Washington, DC., where Vincent served his country as a...

Feb 2, 2016

Smith, Jabez Franklin Age 69, passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2016 at his home in San Antonio, NM surrounded with his family at his side. He was born in Gallup, NM  on September 13, 1946, to Lucius and Frankie Carpenter Smith. Jabez was a resident of San Antonio since 1993. He was a logger and a mechanic and loved the outdoors....

Feb 2, 2016

Caldwell, Richard  "Pushbroom"Age 60, passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2016. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on October 25, 1955. Richard was the co-owner of Rio Valley Greenhouses.He was preceded in death by his parents, Bonefacio "Barney" and Margaret Caldwell; brothers, John, Ruben, Robert Caldwell and niece Natalie McRoberts.Richard is survived by wife of 27 years, Kathi Caldwell; children Dominique, Donovan...

Feb 2, 2016

Mitsdarffer, Mary L. Age 87, passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2016.  Born March 27, 1928 in Cook County Illinois, adopted by August and Iva Oye. She spent most of her life in central Illinois where she attended school and married raising her four children. Sue Beuerle of Corrales NM, Pat Coleman of Auroa Co, Mike Coleman (deceased) and Jacquie Roderick of...

Feb 1, 2016

Mann, Leroy C. "Jack"Leroy C “Jack” Mann, a Marine, Federal Mine Inspector, and coal mine Ventilation Supervisor died 1Feb16 surrounded by his family. Jack was born on18Feb47 in Monclo, WV to Carl E and Leoma Cook Mann. After graduating high school, he volunteered for the US Marine Corps. He served two years in Vietnam as a Crew Chief and Door...

Jan 31, 2016

Lopez, Ernestina I.  LOPEZ - Ernestina I. Lopez, age 91 went home to be with her Heavenly Father on Sunday, January 31, 2016. Ernestina grew up in Talpa, N.M. the eldest child of Felipe and Maria Pablita Martinez. Ernestina moved to Albuquerque in the mid 1940’s where she met her husband Jesse. They spent many happy years together enjoying their wonderful,...

Jan 31, 2016

Edward R. GutierrezEdward R. Gutierrez was born during a flood in Las Cruces, New Mexico on August 9, 1925 to Jesus B. Gutierrez and Aurora Valdez. He died on January 31, 2016 in Albuquerque. Ed was preceded in death by his parents, sister Emma and brother-in-law Lewis Spencer, brother Ralph and sister-in-law Jean Gutierrez.  He is survived by his wife of...