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Kristy Hawrey

Kristy Hawrey

Dec 1, 2024

Kristy Hawrey, born on February 24, 1980, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on December 1 2024, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. She was a loving wife, devoted mother, and cherished daughter warmth and kindness touched the lives of many.

Kristy dedicated five years of her life to caring for her, David Hawrey, exemplifying her commitment to family and love....

Dorothy Karin Parker

Dorothy Karin Parker

Dec 1, 2024

Dorothy Karin Parker died December 1, 2024, from complications of Alzheimer's. Dorothy was born in Chicago, Illinois on September 22, 1932, and raised in the Chicago area. In her youth she enjoyed going to baseball and soccer games with her father, playing piano, reading and ice skating. She married Sheldon Axel Parker on June 20, 1953, and together they raised...

Alice Ann Mercer

Alice Ann Mercer

Dec 1, 2024

Alice Ann Mercer died Sunday a week ago at the age of 87. She was born on May 1, 1937, the youngest child of Lillian Faun Markland and Kendall Markland. Alice had brothers Dale, Joe, Keith and Benjamin, all of whom preceded her in death. She had two sisters Waneca and Carol, who also preceded her in death. For most...

Rosemarie Gonzales Skinner

Rosemarie Gonzales Skinner

Nov 30, 2024

Rosemarie Gonzales Skinner was born in San Francisco to Manuel and Rose Gonzales later moving to Gonzales Ranch in Los Banos, California. Rosemarie graduated high school in Los Banos and went on to get her degree at FRESNO state later becoming chief dietician for the VA. Rosemarie moved a few times during her career but finally settled in Albuquerque N.M...

Brian Aaron Hamberg

Brian Aaron Hamberg

Nov 30, 2024

Brian Aaron Hamberg Age 39, of Albuquerque, passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2024, in Albuquerque. Brian was born on October 20, 1985, in Los Alamos, New Mexico, to Carl and Judy (Lachowitzer) Hamberg.

In 2004, he graduated from La Cueva High School, where he was actively involved in the baseball and football programs. He later attended New Mexico State University,...

Therese Emily Barela

Therese Emily Barela

Nov 30, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Therese Emily Barela who was born on November 30, 1958, and passed away on November 30, 2024, at the age of 66.

Therese was a devoted daughter to her loving parents, Romulo and Reina Barela and a cherished sister to her eight siblings: Mable, Eusebio, Nancy, Leandro, Sandra , Ruby,...

Dorothy Jean Connolly

Dorothy Jean Connolly

Nov 29, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Dorothy Connolly, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. Dorothy passed away peacefully on November 29, 2024, at the age of 82. 

Dorothy was a vibrant, social butterfly who enjoyed traveling. Dorothy's life was marked by her love for her family and her friends. She was the proud mother...

Joseph Jake Torres

Joseph Jake Torres

Nov 29, 2024

Joseph Jake Torres, age 61, passed away November 29, 2024, in Albuquerque, NM. He was born June 18, 1963, to his parents Gabrielita and Jake Torres in Albuquerque, NM. 

He attended Rio Grande High School in 1981. 

He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Janet Torres. 

Joseph is survived by his two brothers, Andrew Torres and Matthew Torres; his...

Harold Ortega

Harold Ortega

Nov 28, 2024

Harold Ortega, 78, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, entered into eternal rest Thursday, November 28, 2024, following an unexpected illness.

Harold was born August 18, 1946, in Chimayo, NM.

Upon graduating from Santa Cruz High School in 1965, Harold began his career in construction for a brief time in California and returned to New Mexico where he worked for several years in the...

Alice Maldonado

Alice Maldonado

Nov 28, 2024

Alice Maldonado, 89, passed away November 28, 2024. She was born August 2, 1935 to Solomon & Eleanor Chavez in Albuquerque, NM. 

Alice was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Max; brothers, Frank, Solomon, Ernest, Eliseo; sisters; Martha, Mary & Esther. 

Alice is survived by her beloved children; Patricia (Thomas), Cescilia (Will), Gabriel (Frances), Melissa (Richard); 8 grandchildren, 20 great...

John David Reinert

John David Reinert

Nov 28, 2024

John David Reinert, age 75, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2024. He was born on July 17, 1949, in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, to Howard and Marjorie Reinert. 

John’s legacy is one of love, dedication, and remarkable contributions to his community. After serving in the Army from 1966 to 1969, where he received the National Defense Service...

John "JB" Clifton Barnes

John "JB" Clifton Barnes

Nov 26, 2024



John Clifton Barnes 

"JB" 

August 10, 1971 – November 26, 2024 

It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to our beloved John “JB” Barnes, who passed away on November 26, 2024, at the age of 53. Born on August 10, 1971, in Salt Lake City, UT. JB was raised in Burley, Idaho, and made his home in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.

JB...

Debra Anne Brewster

Debra Anne Brewster

Nov 25, 2024

Debra Brewster passed away November 25, 2024 after complications with diabetes. Born in Albuquerque in 1951, Debra graduated from Highland High School, Class of 1968. She earned a BFA from Miami University and a MA in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of Washington. Debra had a successful career in Rehabilitation Counseling at Cooley & Associates in Albuquerque. 

Debra was a mermaid...

Walter Jay Fendley

Walter Jay Fendley

Nov 23, 2024

Walter Jay Fendley was born on September 21st, 1928 to parents Sidney and Lona Fendley.

He married Jacqueline Mae Burks on August 28, 1948 in Dallas, Texas. They met at the Methodist church and had been together for 71 years when she passed away in 2019. He died five years later, to the hour, on September 23rd, 2024, at the age...

Betty Irene Franklin

Betty Irene Franklin

Nov 22, 2024

Betty Irene Franklin, a beloved member of her family and community, passed away peacefully on November 22,2024, at the age of 90. Born on May 17, 1934, Betty lived a life full of passion, love, and many cherished memories.

Betty was a proud graduate of Albuquerque School. She dedicated her life to her family and was married to Harold DeWitt Franklin...

Kathy Boudreau

Kathy Boudreau

Nov 21, 2024

Kathy Joan Boudreau (McCullough) was born on April 8,1950 in Pomona, California to Edith and Tom McCullough and passed away on November 21, 2024 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. She was a girlfriend, lover, wife, mother and life partner to her husband Steve Boudreau of Rio Rancho (married 49 years) and mother to her son Matthew Boudreau of Rio Rancho.

She...

Linda Lamm

Linda Lamm

Nov 20, 2024

Linda Hughes Lamm, 82 of Albuquerque entered eternal peace on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, after a hard-fought battle with pancreatic cancer.

She is survived by her husband of 65 years Ben Lamm, daughter Anita Spacagna and husband Ray, son Tim Lamm and wife Kimber, granddaughters Ashley McLelland and husband Shawn, and Brittney Lamm, as well as 4 great-grandchildren, Brooklyn McLelland, Carter...

Ellen Rose Nass

Ellen Rose Nass

Nov 19, 2024

Ellen was born in Peterborough, NH on February 27, 1948. She grew up in Fitchburg, MA, where she attended Fitchburg High. Ellen worked for Gotham industries and later Market Basket for many years.

Ellen lived in Westminster, MA. where she raised her children and resided till she relocated to Rio Rancho, NM in 2008, where her best friend (sister in spirit)...

Jay Allen Brower

Jay Allen Brower

Nov 17, 2024

LT Colonel Jay Allen Brower born 8/30/1945 in Cleveland Ohio and died 11/17/24 in Albuquerque NM after a fight with cancer. He was 79.

Jack, to his friends, is survived by his wife of 55 years Priscilla, son Robert, brother Dee, sister in laws Donna and Sunny and nephew Nathan. 

Jay Allen Brower

Jay Allen Brower

Nov 17, 2024

LT Colonel Jay Allen Brower born 8/30/1945 in Cleveland Ohio and died 11/17/24 in Albuquerque NM after a fight with cancer. He was 79.

 Jack, to his friends, is survived by his wife of 55 years Priscilla, son Robert, brother Dee, sister in laws Donna and Sunny and nephew Nathan. 

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