Obituaries

Jul 9, 2013

Layton-Dunkin, H. Virginia "Ginny" Age 91, passed away July 9, 2013. She was born May 2, 1922 in Alton, IL to Roswell and Sarah Edelen. A resident of Albuquerque for fifty-eight years, she was preceded in death by her parents, her five brothers, five sisters and first husband of forty one years, Paul M. Layton. She was married to Doyle...

Jul 8, 2013

Diaz, Arnulfo Andy Age 50, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away Monday, July 8, 2013. He was born on November 23, 1962. He graduated from Del Norte High School he served his country proudly in the U. S. Navy. He enjoyed sports, football games, reading and music. Arnulfo was a very caring, kind and loving person. He was preceded...

Jul 7, 2013

Sidney Norman Franklin, MD died on July 7, 2013 in Los Lunas, NM of old age. He was the last child born to Rose Greenfield Finkelstein and Abraham Finkelstein in Philadelphia Pennsylvania on April 3, 1918. His parents were Russian Jewish immigrants from Odessa who immigrated to this country at the turn of the 20th century. They raised four children,...

Jul 7, 2013

Helland, Marlice Dorothy Age 83, passed away on Sunday, July 7, 2013. She was born on April 22, 1930 to Rudolf and Anna (Reinsdorf) Keilwitz of Hebron, NE. She retired from Los Alamos National Laboratories after 30 years of service. She volunteered with the Ladies Auxiliary with the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Ms. Helland, also enjoyed reading and playing dominoes...

Jul 6, 2013

Scupp, Ronald M. Age 59, passed away Saturday, July 6, 2013. He was born in Passaic, NJ on August 22, 1953. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, July 10, 2013, 2:00 pm, at Fairview Memorial Park, 700 Yale Blvd SE, Albuquerque. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave...

Jul 4, 2013

Morell, Marie R. Marie Raphael (Rafe) Morell, OP. Born into this life January 15, 1928, in Grand Rapids, Michigan; and entered into eternal life July 4, 2013. She was preceded in death by her parents, Marie Lapinski and William Morell; brother Ralph and sister Mary Ellan Baxter. She is survived by her siblings, Genevieve Andrews from Denver; Ted from Virginia...

Jul 3, 2013

Stephenson, Seth Michael 16, passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2013. He was born in Bury Saint Edmunds, England on March 15, 1997 to Mark and Myfawnwy (Roberts) Stephenson. Seth was a very loving and generous person and was always willing to lend a helping hand when needed. He was very strong in his religious beliefs and he loved serving...

Jul 3, 2013

Sanchez, Matthew On July 3rd, Matthew Michael Sanchez, 14 years old, went home to be with our Heavenly Father following a tragic accident. Matthew was preceded in death by his Great-Grandmother Juanita Sanchez. Matthew is survived by his parents Darren and Dolores, grandparents, Maurilio and Viola Sanchez , Stanley and Mary Mirabal, his Godmother Pauline Baca and Godfather/Uncle Joseph Sanchez,...

Jul 3, 2013

Jul 2, 2013

Jensen, Maria G. Age 84, passed away Tuesday, July 2, 2013 after a long illness. Maria is survived by husband, Ellard Lee Jensen; children, Alex Jensen and wife Misty, Katrina Paulus, Elmar Jensen and wife Hillarie; sister, Gloria Smith and husband Howard. Maria was one of twelve children born in the Phillipines. She was born on April 2, 1929. She...

Jul 2, 2013

David C. Downs, age 65, passed away Tuesday, July 2, 2013. He is survived by his wife, Louella Arellano of Albuquerque; mother, Margaret Perry of Albuquerque; sister Debbie Deborah Stephenson and daughter, Jansen Davida Downs of Albuquerque. Private family services only. You are welcome to leave a condolence by signing the familys online guest book.

Jul 1, 2013

Carpenter, Vernon Keith Age 81, passed away on Monday, July 1, 2013. He was born on April 26, 1932 to Fred William and Neva (Freeman) Carpenter of Clayton, NM. He served in the US Navy during the Korean War. He earned a Bachelor's Degree in Marine Biology from Highlands University. Mr. Carpenter retired from the US Fish and Wildlife Service...

Jun 30, 2013

Torres, Kelly Marvin Age 53, passed away peacefully at his home on June 30, 2013. He was born on September 28, 1959 to Orciviana and Camillo Torres in Embudio, NM. He is survived by his loving wife, Elizabeth �Liz� Torres; his two children: daughter Valerie Torres and fianc� Greg Romero and granddaughter, Myra; son Kelly Torres, Jr. and wife Emily...

Jun 29, 2013

Alveshire, Gail (Budd) Age 66, went home to the Lord on Saturday, June 29, 2013, in Rio Rancho, NM. Loving husband of Marta (nee Slovyan). Son of Helen and the late Orville Alveshire. Father of Catina (Damien) Wood. Stepfather of Tomash (Tara) Slovyan. Brother of Ruth Ann (Mike) Henry. Graveside Services and Interment with Military Honors will be held at...

Jun 28, 2013

Jones, Lorraine Frances Lorraine Jones (Koenig) Age 86, passed away Friday, June 28, 2013 at her home in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She is survived by her husband Marion Jones of 58 years and their five children; son Mark, his wife Rikia and their three children Taylor, Zachary and Shelby of Bosque Farms, New Mexico; daughter Susan, her husband Lawrence and...

Jun 28, 2013

Mendoza, Mary H. At age 90 our mom went to be with her heavenly Father, Friday, June 28, 2013. She passed away peacefully while surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by four sisters, Andrea Perez; Lydia Esparza; Dominga Ramirez; Luz Santoyo; and three brothers, John Herrera; Ramon Herrera; and Joaquin Herrera. Mary is survived by her husband,...

Jun 28, 2013

Doke, James W. Age 92, passed away Friday, June 28, 2013. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-892-9920

Jun 27, 2013

Douglas, June Age 93, passed away Thursday, June 27, 2013. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-892-9920

Jun 27, 2013

Erickson, David Erick Age 75, passed away Thursday, June 27, 2013. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 505-884-1188

Jun 27, 2013

Thomas, William Jim 82, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 27, 2013 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Naschitti, NM on March 3, 1931 to Jim and Joann (Tsinginnie)Thomas. William was a resident of Magdalena since 1960. He retired from the Bureau of Indian Affairs - Federal Government after 26 years of dedicated service....