Obituaries

Nov 6, 2013

Wick, Nellie Loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend went home to be with our Lord and Savior Wednesday, November 6, 2013 at the age of 89. She was born in Lemitar, New Mexico to Ricardo and Florinda Padilla. Nellie adored her family and loved spending time with them. In her life she sold Avon, loved country music and her...

Nov 6, 2013

Sedillo, Marjorie H. (July 28, 1925 - November 6, 2013) Margarita Eva Herrera Sedillo, 88, a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed into eternal life peacefully on Wednesday, November 6, 2013. She was preceded in passing by her parents, Teodulo Herrera, Lucinda Arellanes Herrera, by her husband, Beltran B. Sedillo, and by her sister Stella Ortega. She is survived by...

Nov 6, 2013

Nov 5, 2013

Quick Carlson Jones, Mary Elizabeth Mary Elizabeth Carlson Quick Jones, 92, of Santa Fe, NM, passed away on November 5, 2013 of natural causes. In accordance with her wishes, Mary was interred at Santa Fe Memorial Gardens next to her first husband Lyman Wayne Quick, while her family sang her favorite songs, shared memories and poems and cried a river....

Nov 5, 2013

Chavez, Melquiades "Mel" Age 58, beloved father, son, brother and uncle, was embraced by the Lord, Tuesday, November 5, 2013, while surrounded by his loving family. He was a lifelong resident of Bernalillo, NM. Mel enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening and was an avid Broncos fan. Mel is survived by his precious children, Augustine Silva, Erica and Eric Sierra; his loving...

Nov 5, 2013

Cole, Judy Katherine Judy Katherine Cole, 71, of Bernalillo, NM, died Tuesday, November 5, 2013. She braved a two-month journey after her lung cancer diagnosis. She leaves her best friend and husband of 37 years, George E Cole, Jr.; his daughter, Christie (Scott) Logan of Placitas, NM; and his sons, Trey of Wichita, KS and Glen (Lisa) Cole of Tulsa,...

Nov 5, 2013

�lmaraz, Esther Esther �lmaraz died on Tuesday, November 5, 2013 at home in Albuquerque following long illnesses including esophageal cancer at age 84. She is survived by her husband John �lmaraz and her family, David and wife Helen �lmaraz, of Los �ngeles, CA; Anita A. Ch�vez and Barbara �lmaraz of Albuquerque; Mar�a Elena and husband Juan Ch�vez of Santa Fe,...

Nov 5, 2013

Dana Newsom Greenstreet Swensen Dana arrived in Albuquerque from Oklahoma in 1933 at 6 years old with her parents, Mary Patten Newsom and Orville Newsom and her only sibling, 3 year old Monte. Dana attended three grade schools and always said that she had a wonderful childhood. She completed grades 7-9 at Washington Junior High. From there, she went on...

Nov 4, 2013

Sampson sP, Father James Father James Sampson sP, born December 14, 1930 in Greeley, Nebraska died on November 4, 2013 in Albuquerque, NM. He was ordained a Catholic Priest on July 17, 1965 and a Member of the Servant of the Paraclete International Religious Congregation. James is the beloved son of the late Dr. Herbert and Florence (Harrahill) Sampson; brother...

Nov 4, 2013

Bailey, Shirley Ruth 91, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 4, 2013 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Big Spring, Texas on the Dement family farm on January 12, 1922 to Albert Miller and Olive Cleo (Dement) Hawk. Shirley was a long-time resident of Socorro. When she was a girl she lived in Pie...

Nov 4, 2013

Christina Ann (Tina) Montoya, age 61, was born on May 21, 1952 in Taos, New Mexico. She was raised in Taos until she moved to Albuquerque with her parents in 1996. Tina went to be with our Lord on November 4, 2013. She passed peacefully at home with her family at her side. Tina was preceded in death by her...

Nov 3, 2013

Martin, Mary Jane Beloved mother, grandmother, wife, sister and friend passed away peacefully at home in the presence of her loving family on November 3, 2013. She was born on April 19, 1943 in Los Lunas, New Mexico. She spent most of her childhood in El Cerro, New Mexico and graduated from Los Lunas High School in 1961. Mary Jane...

Nov 2, 2013

Sanchez, Sandra D. Age 49, passed away Saturday, November 2, 2013. She was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico on July 20, 1964, to Baltazar and Lucy Romero. Sandra loved spending time with her family. She enjoyed camping and cooking. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother Tony Reese and sister Joanne Romero. Sandra is survived by her loving...

Nov 2, 2013

Sanchez, Amarante "Sam" Age 76, beloved and devoted husband, father, and grandfather, was embraced by the Lord, Saturday, November 2, 2013. He was a resident of Albuquerque, NM. Sam attended Northern New Mexico Schools in El Rito, NM where he made many life long friends. After high school, Sam joined the United States Air Force, serving his country during the...

Nov 2, 2013

Chavez, Rafael (Henry) E. 72, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 2, 2013 with his loving wife at his side. He was born in San Antonito, NM on October 18, 1941 to Efrain and Prudencia (Gonzales) Chavez. Henry was a lifelong resident of Socorro County and attended Socorro High School. He was a cook in the New Mexico National Guard...

Nov 2, 2013

Gallegos, Lucille Evelyn Lucille Evelyn Gallegos went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ when she passed away peacefully at her home in Corrales, New Mexico on Saturday November 1, 2013. Born on November 24, 1920 in Holman, New Mexico she was 92 years old. She was preceded in death by her parents Jose Candido and Lucrecia Ortiz,...

Nov 2, 2013

Wessell, Kenneth "Kenny" Wessell, Kenneth �Kenny�, born in Albuquerque, New Mexico was called to The Lord on Saturday, November2, 2013 at the age of 50. He is predeceased by his father, Jack Wessell. Survived by his long time companion Elaine Abeyta; his children, Kenny, Kevin, Austin, Alexsis, Toby and Andrew; his mom Norma Wessell, brother Jeff Wessell and wife Sandra,...

Nov 2, 2013

Nellans, Judith Ann 63, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 2, 2013 in Socorro, NM. She was born in Linton, IN on June 29, 1950 to Charles and Betty (Boling) Graves. Judith grew up in Rosemont, Il. and enjoyed riding horses when she was young. She moved to Socorro in 1995 and taught piano and flute for the past 17...

Nov 2, 2013

Garlington, Arthur Dwayne Passed from this life into the arms of his Heavenly Father on November 2, 2013. Dwayne was born on April 15, 1960 to Jerry Wayne Garlington and Jeanette Cunningham Garlington in Muleshoe, TX. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jerry and Jeanette Garlington. He is survived by his grandmother, Ethel Garlington Murray of Mule Shoe,...

Nov 1, 2013

Jeschke, Cornelis Goodbye to a husband, father and grandfather. Wife Louiza, daughters Nancy Schrecengost (husband Scott) and Sylvia White (husband John) and grandson Chase Lee Cannon bid him farewell. Cornelis was born in Rotterdam, Netherlands in 1925. As a young man he (and Louiza) lived through the Nazi invasion and occupation of Holland. Cornelis and Louiza were married in 1956...