Lois K. Wilshusen
Jan 13, 2025
Lois K. Wilshusen, long time resident of Albuquerque, passed away on January 13, 2025. She was a loving mother who is survived by her son, Joseph Wilshusen; daughter and son-in-law, Raquel and Mike Nelson; the father of her children and best friend, Edward J. Wilshusen; loving grandchildren, Zachary Wilshusen, and Michael, Rebecca, and Matthew Nelson, and loving great-grandchildren, Ella, Cayden,...
Clarence W. Filip Jr.
Jan 12, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Clarence W. Filip, who left this world on January 12, 2025. Born on March 13, 1955, he lived a life full of love, dedication and strength.
For 48 beautiful years, he was the beloved husband of Donna, the love of his life. Their enduring bond was a testament to true...
Connie Armijo
Jan 10, 2025
Maria Angela Consuelo (Tapia) Armijo, age 95, of Los Lunas, New Mexico, for 35 years, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2025. She was born in Trinidad, Colorado but raised in Rivera, New Mexico.
Maria Angela Consuelo (Connie) Armijo worked at Valley high school as a custodian until for retired from Albuquerque public schools.
She is survived by one son, Robert Armijo,...
Roman Hern Moraga
Jan 8, 2025
Roman Moraga Sr. was born to Isabel Hern-Moraga and Apolinar Moraga Sr. on December 26, 1957. Roman lived his life in New Mexico. He grew up in the South Valley. Roman was a loyal person to his family and friends. Roman was also a very charismatic person. Roman lived like the song written by Frank Sinatra "I did it my...
Freiler Ray Burton
Jan 3, 2025
Freiler Ray Burton, also known as beloved Husband, Dad, Granddad, Big Brother, Loyal friend, Boss, Coworker, and Air Force Soldier, was born on May 17, 1942, in Bogalusa, Louisiana. On January 3, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, God called His faithful servant and soldier home, leaving behind a legacy filled with love, compassion, and loyalty.
Mr. Burton and his bride, Verlie,...
Jacolyn Audrey Morin
Jan 3, 2025
Jacolyn A. Morin, affectionately known as Jak and Jackie, was born on October 8, 1950, on Long Island, New York. She entered eternal rest on January 3, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, leaving behind a legacy filled with compassion and dedication.
Jacolyn enjoyed a distinguished career as a dental assistant for 45 years, during which she profoundly impacted the lives of...
Tarik Bashir
Jan 1, 2025
Tariq Bashir was born in Albuquerque, NM on April 4th, 1973 to proud parents Fadil and Sakeenah Bashir. He was one of seven children, and grew up in a loving household. Upon graduating from Del Norte High School in 1992, Tariq would take a short break before attending college at Central New Mexico Community College graduating in 2014 with his...
Vanessa Jean Kane
Jan 1, 2025
"Our mother, Vanessa Kane, passed away on New Years Day 2025. Throughout her life she overcame challenges that most people never have to go through. She had a never give up personality, was resilient, strong and was a true light to those around her. The joy, positivity and love she radiated was contagious and she lifted the mood of every...
Bernadette DeVargas
Dec 29, 2024
Bernadette C. DeVargas, 47, of Albuquerque, NM, gained her wings on December 29, 2024. Born on September 4, 1977, Bernadette was known for her heart like no other, always putting others' needs above her own.
She is survived by her loving children Luciano, Dominique, Anthony, and Selena DeVargas, and Rose Lopez; her cherished grandchildren Sophia and Nayeli Llaguno, and Anthony Jr....
Ruth Skousen
Dec 29, 2024
Ruth Lager Skousen was born on June 22, 1932 in Scottsbluff Nebraska. She was the fourth child of 10 children born to Leo and Gertrude Lager. When she was 10 years old, her family moved to a ranch in Steamboat Springs, Colorado where she learned hard work, a trait she embodied throughout the rest her life. Her determination and hard...
Princess Kay Coleman-Walker
Dec 26, 2024
Albuquerque, NM – Princess K. Coleman-Walker, 66, transitioned on December 26, 2025, after a two-year battle with stomach cancer (GIST). She was born in Hamilton, Bermuda on October 14, 1958, to the late Rev. Rudolph W. Coleman and Cecile Mae (Bryant) Coleman.
After moving stateside, Princess was raised in Dover, Delaware and graduated from Dover High School in 1976. She received...
Verena L. Smith
Dec 23, 2024
Verena Lenetta Corley Smith was born to Eva Derrick and C.J. Corley on November 22, 1930, inClarksville, Texas. She was called home on December 23, 2024.
Verena Smith accepted Christ at an early age and was a true and faithful servant. At the age of 15 she met and married Eddie L. Smith Jr., on April 17, 1946, at the Corley’s...
Claudio (C.F., Clyde) Francisco Milligan
Dec 21, 2024
"We remember C.F. Milligan, whose spirit departed from us on December 21, 2024 at the age of 96. C.F. was a beacon of unwavering humility and kindness, and left an indelible mark on the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know him"
C.F. was born to Willie and Josefita Milligan in Frisco, New Mexico. He was a devoted catholic,...
Maria Gabriela Rascon Pacheco
Dec 18, 2024
The family of Maria Gabriela Rascon Pacheco of Albuquerque, NM is saddened to announce her passing on December 18, 2024 at the age of 32 years. Gaby was born on May 7, 1992 to Hugo Rascon and Lus Pacheco in Cd. Cuauhtemoc, Chihuahua, Mexico. After Gaby graduated from Valencia High School in 2011, she went on to study a Bachelor...
Larry D. Williams
Dec 17, 2024
Celebrating Big Jab’s life and transition from this temporal earthly existence to his heavenly eternal rest. Born Larry Derail Williams, September 30, 1953, Big Jab chose his glorious exodus on December 17, 2024. Born in Lubbock, TX to Ms. Romie Lee Maxey and Mr. Henry ‘Hank’ Williams, Larry was the first Maxey grandson and oldest son of all his 14...
Dolores "Dolly" R. Armijo
Dec 15, 2024
Dolores “Dolly” Armijo, a long time Albuquerque resident passed away at home at the age of 92. She is survived by her children, Donna, Donald, Ronald, Arnold, Vonna, Christopher, Cynthia and Sheila. Our beloved mom was born in Casa Colorado a small town near Belen, her parents Tranqulino and Antonio had 5 other children and moved to Albuquerque when Dolores...
Antonio "Tony" Crespin
Dec 15, 2024
Antonio “Tony” Crespin, long time Albuquerque resident passed away at the age of 96. He is survived by his sons, Paul Ludi and wife, Annette, and Martin Crespin and wife, Elaine; daughter, Evelyn Crespin; grandchildren, Sara Taft and husband, Kevin, David Crespin and wife, Marisa, Leslie Otero, and Lori Otero; great-grandchildren, Elena Estrada, Gabriel Estrada, Wren Taft, Levi Crespin, and...
Truett Gatschet Jackson
Dec 14, 2024
Truett died on Saturday, 14 December 2024, from smoke inhalation injuries sustained in an early morning fire at his home the prior Thursday, 12 December 2024. He suffered no external burns. He is beloved.
Truett was born to Eileen and Dennis Jackson on 14 July 1981 in Albuquerque. For the past twenty-two years, Karen Miller, Dennis‘partner, has been a loving and...
Rita O. Sargent
Dec 6, 2024
With heavy hearts and joyous memories, we celebrate the life of Rita O. Sargent, who passed away peacefully on December 6, 2024. Born on May 22, 1939, in historic Tucumcari, New Mexico, Rita embraced life with a spirit that brightened every room she entered.
A proud Albuquerque High School graduate, she fulfilled her passion of caring for others by earning her...
Sheila Pugach
Dec 2, 2024
Sheila Pugach died peacefully on December 2nd, 2024, at the age of 83. She is survived by her son, Michael Lawrence Pugach (and wife Gail) living in Anamosa, Iowa; grandchildren, Rachel Corriea (Pugach) and Joshua Pugach of Colorado; daughter, Laura Ellen Bair (Pugach) of Arizona; grandchildren, Zachary Bair of Washington and Alexa Fiehler (Bair) of Arizona; sister, Beverly Druzin of...
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