Apr 29, 2017

Carol Jean Bowman, our dear sister, passed away on Saturday, April 29, 2017.  Her body and spirit were weary and she was ready to travel home. There will be no service; Carol asked that her ashes be scattered “in the mountains when the ladybugs return.” Carol was undoubtedly the smartest of the four Bowman kids.  Her bright ideas were exciting and could...

Apr 29, 2017

LaPriel E. Duran, 56, passed away April 29, 2017, unexpectedly. LaPriel is survived by her mother Susie Roybal; husband, Arcy Duran; sister, Velma Lopez; brother, Gary Roybal; her children, Charles Gomez, Miranda and Josephine Duran; grandchildren Charles Jr, Arianna, Alexis and Amaya Gomez; sisters-in-law, Yolanda and Kim Duran; brothers-in-law, Mark and Chris Duran; daughter-in-law Moreen Gomez; nieces Vanessa Koza, Miquela,...

Apr 28, 2017

Howell M. Palmer, III, 65, formerly of the Berkshires of western MA, passed away peacefully in the company of his wife and dear friends on April 28, 2017 at the Christus St. Vincent Hospital in Santa Fe, NM, after facing a fatal degenerative brain disease for the past 18 months. He was the devoted and loving husband of Susan (Mierzejewski)...

Apr 27, 2017

David Carlson Smith, attorney, writer, musician, publisher, photographer, passed away on Thursday, April 27, 2017.  He is survived by his wife Patricia, his sons Carl and David and his daughter Amber Adams. Born in Amarillo, Texas in 1942, David grew up there with his mother Ophelia (Felix) Smith and his father Carl M. Smith, an independent oil and gas operator.  After graduation...

Apr 27, 2017

Susan Bobbette Miller Finch. Age 60. Passed away April 27, 2017. She is survived by her husband Kenneth David Finch, her Father Joseph Cicero Miller, and her Step-Father Bob Adcock. She also leaves behind her daughters; Amanda Finch Adams (James) and Sarah Finch Norrod (Michael), grandchildren; Heather, Hunter and Devin Adams, and Chris and Emilee Norrod. and great-grandson Carter Biggs,...

Apr 24, 2017

Amada MaeDale Amador Amada MaeDale Amador, age 32, of Albuquerque, passed away on Friday April 21, 2017.  She was born on August 12, 1984 in Albuquerque , to Amador A.  and Kristine (Krontz) Amador. Amada had a big heart and was all accepting. She was very much loved and she will be missed by all who knew her. Amada is survived by...

Apr 23, 2017

F. Javier "Javi" Carrera

Poet, music lover, learner of life, and occasional goofball. Lover of mountains and ocean, of snowboarding, hiking, fishing, of his family, and of Callie.

Owner of a huge heart and the most beautiful smile.

Beloved son of Francis and Ana, brother of Alex and Paula, brother in law of...

Apr 20, 2017

Benito “Benny” Diaz, 70, died Thursday, April 20, 2017 at his home in Cubero, NM. He suffered & lost his battle to lung disease. He leaves his sons, Benny Diaz, Jr. and Bobby Wilcox; his daughter Rene Chavez; brothers and their spouses, Tony (Chico) & Lucy Diaz, Edward & Laura Diaz, Victor & Beverly Diaz, Ruben & Sergio Diaz; his...

Apr 19, 2017

Gary Schooler born in Chicago March 12, 1938, and passed away April 19, 2017. Loving husband to Orrel, caring, supportive father to Sherri and Randy, proud, loving grandfather to Annika, Andrea, and Amelia. Gary was employed by a computer company in technical services. Moved with family to Denver 1978. Enjoyed reading, crossword puzzle, and spending time with his granddaughters....

Apr 18, 2017

Bennie F. Portillo (October 4, 1932 April 18, 2017) died peacefully in Santa Fe, NM. He is preceded in death by his parents Matias and Delores Portillo; sisters Angie Armijo and Leticia Lucero.  Bennie is survived by his son Frank; daughters Roberta Sohm (Carl), Sandra Sanchez (Manuel); sister Sally Tenorio; Virginia Portillo the mother of his children; six grandchildren and one...

Apr 17, 2017

Lakewood - Alfred Gilbert Duran, Sr. 79 years young, died Monday April 17, after a long battle with Parkinson's Disease.

Alfred leaves behind his wife, Sharon Duran, sons Al Duran, Jr. and Aaron Duran, daughter Janice (Duran) Silva, daughters-in-law Mea Duran and Judy Duran, son-in-law Russell Silva, grandchildren: Angeleen Duran, Lexie (Duran) Kerr, Lauren Duran, Anthony Duran,...

Apr 17, 2017

"Remembering Alec"

In Memory of Alec William Wallis

"100% passionate about the things he loved" is one of the first comments that came to mind when we began reflecting on just who this man was. We started to list his hobbies/passions and realized that they were VERY numerous and that all were things that he...

Apr 16, 2017

CMSgt. Thomas J. Walther, COANG(RET) 68, of Parker, CO passed away on April 16, 2017 at The Denver Hospice.

He was a veteran of the United States Air Force and the Colorado Air National Guard, serving 38 years including the Vietnam War and in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Tom loved to fish and holds...

Apr 14, 2017

Bridgett L. Palacios (née Vande Vrede) died in her home on April14th, 2017 in Albuquerque, NM after succumbing to brain cancer at the age of 58 years old. Bridgett is survived by her mother Karen Townsend & stepfather Eddie Townsend of Alamogordo, NM, mother-in-law Lupe Palacios of Albuquerque, NM, husband Ernest Rene Palacios of Albuquerque, NM; son Adrian Palacios and...

Apr 14, 2017

Alfred "Al" Arthur Manzanares - May 2, 1944 - April 14 th , 2017

Al was born in Denver, Colorado, he had a beautiful soul, a heart of gold and faith in mankind. He was always positive, saw the good in people, never spoke ill of anyone and was a hard...

Apr 13, 2017

Joyce Brewer, 68, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2017 at home in Highlands Ranch, CO with her husband, Todd, holding her after a long-fought battle with MS and then brain cancer.

Joyce was born to Rolland & Wanda Simpson on March 6, 1949 in Cherokee, OK. She lived briefly on a farm property near Helena, then...

Apr 6, 2017

Harriet A. Kessler, age 96, passed away on April 6, 2017 in Aurora, Colorado, at St. Andrew's Village. She was a dedicated and loyal wife, mother, and grandmother who will be missed by her children, their spouses, her grandchildren, as well as many other relatives and friends.

Born on July 5, 1920 in Duluth, Minnesota, Harriet was...

Apr 6, 2017

Richard Robert "Richie" Bertha passed away peacefully on April 6, 2017. Richard was born on July 11, 1956 in Hoven, South Dakota, to Dorothy & Robert Bertha. Richard was a caring and loving son, brother, uncle, and friend. He has left us, but will always be in our hearts. Richard's positive outlook on life will remain an inspiration to...

Apr 4, 2017

Michael Manuel Hazelwood (AKA:MOOSE), 66 of Denver, CO. Husband to late wife Eretta L . Williams who proceeded him in death in 2015. Father to Tasha Hazelwood-Williams. Father in law to Hasan Willaims, Sr. Step-father to Keshia Williams, Al Williams and Yvonne Williams. Grandfather to Ebonne Hazelwood, Hasan IBN. JR, Hakiem Williams, Hafiz Williams. Step - Grandfather to, Teresa...

Apr 4, 2017

Matthew (Matt) Olson, 43, of Aurora, CO passed away on April 4, 2017 after a tenacious battle with pancreatic insufficiency.

Matt was born March 22, 1974 in Columbia, SC. After 15 months, he and his twin sister were adopted by Hal and Dot Olson. He moved with his family to Aurora when he was 2 years old....