Samuel Vizzini
Mar 17, 2016
Samuel J. Vizzini, 66, passed away at home on Thursday, March 17, 2016 after a brief illness. Sam had a long career in Law Enforcement starting as a patrol officer in the Coral Gables, FL, police department. Soon after he joined the United States Secret Service and his duties took him from New York, Miami, Houston, Washington, D.C. and finally...
Garry Richards
Mar 16, 2016
Richards, Garry F. Garry F. Richards, 56, passed away on Wednesday, March 16, 2016. He was born on March 16, 1960 to Ronald and Sherrill Richards in Norwalk, CT. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather who had an incredible sense of humor. His heavy Maine accent was easily recognizable and contagious. He had a great singing voice, too. He...
Gloria Martinez
Mar 15, 2016
Martinez, Gloria G. Gloria G. Martinez, 82, was called home to our Lord and Savior on Tuesday, March 15, 2016. She was born Contreras, NM on June 30, 1933, to Ambrosio and Josefita Gonzales. Gloria was the cashier at Cash Register #1 at Walgreens at 12th Street and I-40 for many years. She loved her job and helping others. Her smile...
Marie McKenzie
Mar 13, 2016
Marie P. McKenzie, 93, passed away Sunday, March 13, 2016. She was born in Nuremburg, Germany, the daughter of Anna Guay. She spent many years raising her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother, and her husband, Winfred McKenzie. Marie is survived by her daughters, Barbara Taylor and Kathleen Poole; grandchildren, Michael F. Taylor and David M. Taylor and...
Vernon Walker
Mar 12, 2016
(William) Vernon Walker 88, known for years as "Red", passed away March 12, 2016 surrounded by his family and friends. He was predeceased by his wife of 42 years Ruth Darlene (Shottenkirk). He is survived by their three children Jerry Alan Walker and wife Randi of Richmond, Ca., Donald Ray Walker of Albuquerque, and Susan Walker Cargill and husband George...
Clara Mack
Mar 11, 2016
Clara Mack, 89, passed away on Friday, March 11, 2016. She was a longtime member of Macedonia Baptist Church. Visitation will be held from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM on Wednesday, March 16, 2016. The Funeral Servicew will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, March 17, 2016. Both services will be held at Macedonia Baptist Church, 1509 Edith SE....

Jordan Chavez
Mar 7, 2016
Jordan Scott Chavez. It is with deepest sadness that we announce the passing of a brilliant young man, Jordan Scott Chavez. Jordan was a loving and proud father of his son, Dante, and a precious gift from God to his parents, Randy and Patricia Chavez. Jordan was a stunning musician and loved his family unconditionally. Jordan was preceded in death by his brother,...
Romey Chaves
Mar 5, 2016
Romey M. Chaves, 86, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on Saturday, March 5, 2016 after several years of declining health. She was born on October 11, 1929, to Frank and Adela Maldonado of Estancia, NM. In 1950, she married Herman Chaves from Magdalena, NM. Romey was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was light hearted and...
Eloisa Barela
Mar 4, 2016
Barela, Eloisa, 92, loving wife, mother, and friend passed away peacefully at home on Friday, March 4, 2016. Eloisa was preceded in death by her husband, Severo Barela, and grandson, Julian Vincent Sanchez. She is survived by daughters, Patricia Poston, Carmen Barela (Ray Coughenour), and Vicki Barela (Steve Brcic); sisters-in-law Evangeline Call and Adelle Sanchez; eight grandchildren; and nine greatgrandchildren....
Robert "Bob" Corey
Mar 2, 2016
Robert "Bob" L. Corey, 84, passed away on Wednesday, March 2, 2016. Mr. Corey loved life and loved to have fun. His hobbies included hunting, fishing and anything that had to do with the outdoors. He, also loved to dance and classic country music. He retired from Sandia National Laboratories where he was a Stock Control Supervisor. He was preceded in...
Jayden Dayea
Feb 29, 2016
Jayden Alfred Dayea, 14 months, passed away on Monday, February 29, 2016. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com. Strong-Thorne Life Events Center 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800
George Miller Jr.
Feb 27, 2016
George V. Miller, Jr was born on June 17, 1926 in Morganfield, KY to Anna and George Miller, Sr. During WW-II he enlisted in the USS Navy at the age of 16 and served five years on the USS Wymas 309 Minesweeper. After leaving the Navy, George moved to Albuquerque in 1948 and worked for the Albuquerque Fire Department for several...

Joyce Elliott
Feb 21, 2016
Joyce Ellen Elliott died at 67 in Albuquerque, New Mexico on February 21, 2016 in her sleep. Joyce was born October 11, 1948 in Marysville, MO to Mabel and Lauren Runnels. She was a Tiger at Humansville High School, Class of '66. She was in softball, glee club, pep club, band, and choir. Married her love, Paul Elliott, in 1969....
John Jackson Jr.
Feb 15, 2016
John H. Jackson Jr. passed peacefully on February 15, 2016. He was staying at Palmilla Senior Living in their Memory Care Unit. John was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years Norma (Selva) Jackson and five brothers and sisters; Theopal Jackson Stanford, Betty Lou Jackson Tonellato, Helen Jackson McWhorter, James Jackson, and Carolyn Jackson Hobleman. John is survived by...
Donald Mitchell
Feb 14, 2016
Donald Frank Mitchell, 82, passed away on Sunday, February 14, 2016. He is survived by his wife, Betty; three sons, Ronald and Brian of Albuquerque, NM; and Matthew of Milwaukee; two grandchildren, Benjamin and Raechel. A Memorial Service will be held at 5:00 PM on Wednesday, February 17, 2016 at Strong-Thorne Chapel, 1100 Coal Ave SE, Albuquerque. To view information...
Elizardo Archibeque
Feb 12, 2016
Elizardo "Lee" Archibeque, 76, passed away Friday, February 12, 2016. He was born on February 16, 1939 in Algodones, NM to Luis and Theresa Archibeque. He was preceded in death by his wife, Frances Archibeque; and brothers, Joe Archibeque, Teles Archibeque, and Andrea Gonzales. Lee is survived by his children: Judy Soto and husband, David, Teles Archibeque and his wife,...
Tyler Lackey
Feb 6, 2016
Tyler Lewis Lackey, 24, was taken from us on Saturday, February 6, 2016. He was born at home on April 10, 1991 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Tyler followed his brother by joining the U.S. Army where he served in the 67th Forward Surgical Team (Airborne) as well as the 5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division as a Combat...
Arnoel Allen Jr.
Feb 6, 2016
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Charles Matsubara
Feb 5, 2016
Charles Matsubara passed into Enlightenment on February 5, 2016. He was affectionately known as “Uncle Charlie” by his numerous nieces, nephews and friends. “Uncle Charlie” was born in San Francisco, California on June 3, 1920 to Daikichi and Toshi Matsubara. With the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, Uncle Charlie and his brother were classified as Enemy...
Juan Bernal
Feb 2, 2016
Juan A. Bernal (Ben), age 81, passed away on Tuesday, February 2, 2016. He died much like he lived his life . . . on his own terms. He was born on August 21, 1934 to Jose (Joe) and Sefirina (Sanchez) Bernal in Cleveland/Mora, NM and became one of 12 children. He soon ventured out on his own at age 14 to explore...
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