Obituaries

JIMMY CHARLES ELLIOTT May 21, 1929 – Aug. 29, 2024

Jimmy Charles Elliott passed away peacefully at home in the arms of his family on August 29, 2024, at the age of 95.

He is survived by his children Susan Russell, Keith (Alyce) Elliott, Jennifer Elliott, James Elliott, grandchildren Jerrod (Emily) Elliott-Rowlison, Dawna (Ben) Macdonell, Dana (Chuck) Elliott, and Ashley (Travis) Gilbert, Great-grandchildren Madeline, Logan, and Josie Elliott-Rowlison and Carson and Ayden Macdonell, his nieces Antwinette, and Dorothy, and nephews Rick and Charlie. Jimmy was preceded in death by his wife Read More

JOSE LUCIO ‘JOE’ JARAMILLO March 18, 1943 – Sept. 12, 2024

Jose Lucio “Joe” Jaramillo of El Rito, New Mexico passed away peacefully on September 12, 2024, surrounded by family.

Joe was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He was an outdoorsman of the first order, and loved nothing better than spending time with friends and family, sharing the joy of being in the great outdoors and teaching all the finer points of hunting, fishing, camping, four wheeling, or even cutting wood. Fish and game of all shapes and sizes were no match for his prowess with firearm, bow, or rod. When Read More

VERDIE RAPER March 8,1929 – Aug. 31, 2024

With deep sadness the family of Verdie Raper announces his death. He was born in Eureka, Utah, raised in Victor, Colorado and met the love of his life, Catherine Huber, in Silver City, New Mexico.

He is survived by his children, Trina Raper and Guy Raper; grandsons, Danny Cron, Rob Cron (Reina Urban), and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Catherine Raper and his eldest son, Gary Raper.

Memorial service will be held on Thursday, September 26, 2024, at 10:30 a.m., at FRENCH – Westside Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, please donate Read More

HARRIET PETERSON MUFFLY Dec. 6, 1927 – Aug. 15, 2024

Harriett Peterson Muffly was born in Moorhead, MN to Leon and Anne Hammett on December 6, 1927.

Harriett graduated from Moorhead High School in 1945, and then from Sisters of Saint Joseph School of Nursing as a Cadet Nurse. In 1952, she planned the trip of a lifetime with a childhood friend to “see Europe on a dime” and focused on exploring Norway, the country her Grandparents had immigrated to the US from.

After her grand adventure, she returned to lead a full life of nursing experiences, starting at Cook County Hospital in Chicago, IL, and on to Elmhurst Read More

BRENDA RENEE ANDERSEN Sept. 19, 1957 – Aug. 22, 2024

Brenda Renee Andersen, 66, passed away in her sleep, holding her husband’s hand, on Thursday, August 22, 2024, at her home in Star, Idaho due to a lengthy illness.

Brenda was born on September 19, 1957, to Glen B and Melba Hall Youngblood, in Council, Idaho. They lived in Cascade Idaho until she was twelve when her family moved to Boise, Idaho where she grew up and graduated from Capital High School.

Brenda then attended Ricks College in Rexburg, Idaho where she earned an associate degree in Sociology and met Jay R (Skip) Andersen. Brenda and Skip Read More

MARY KAY BIBB March 4, 1943 – Aug. 17, 2024

Mary Kay Bibb loved Jesus, and took every opportunity to tell others that she and Jesus both loved them. Born and raised in Kansas, she filled her home with sunflowers as a connection to that state.

Early in college she took summer classes at New Mexico Highlands University, where the PE coach’s assistant got the courage to introduce himself during swim class. (His telling of that mentions that her swimsuit was red.) One year later they married and were partners through thick and thin for 61 years. She married him as a small town music teacher, then happily Read More

WILTON HENRY PARSONS March 30, 1944 – Aug. 13, 2024

It’s with sadness that our family announces the passing of Wilton Parsons on August 13, 2024. He passed away after a challenging battle with Parkinson’s. He was born on March 30, 1944 in Moline Illinois.

He grew up with his 3 siblings, Linda, Charles, and Mary in Moline Illinois. Will was an avid athlete and played several sports during his youth. Will graduated high school and went on to college at Hiram where he obtained a degree in History.

He then went on to the Army as an officer and served in Vietnam as an  interrogation officer learning to speak Read More

MARY ELLEN T. BDZIL Dec. 26, 1941 – Aug. 17, 2024

Mary Ellen T. Bdzil, long-time resident of Los Alamos, New Mexico, passed away at home on Saturday Aug. 17, 2024, at the age of 82, after a brave battle with cancer. She is survived by her husband, John Bdzil, six children (Margaret, Kathy, John, Diane, Tom and Teri), and six grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father (Warren Crouch), her mother (Ruth Arena), and her stepfather (Frank Arena).

Mary Ellen, a native of Cleveland, Ohio, was born on Dec. 26, 1941. Following the tragic death of her father when she was an infant, Mary Ellen was raised Read More

ANN ELIZABETH EILERT (PEART) Aug. 2, 1940 – Aug. 12, 2024

Ann Elizabeth Eilert (Peart) of Wilmington, NC, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, Monday, Aug. 12, at the age of 84, after suffering for several years with vascular dementia.

She was born Aug. 2, 1940 in Galesburg, Illinois to Elva Grace McKune and Ray Gordon Peart.

She was preceded in death by her parents and two younger brothers, William Ray Peart and John Gordon Peart, whom she adored and helped to raise.

Ann spent her early school days living in Abingdon, Illinois where her father was an Agriculture teacher and her mom, a homemaker. Read More

TWILA EMILY BOWYER Jan. 18, 1931 – Aug. 7, 2024

Twila Emily Bowyer, 93, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2024, in Los Alamos, New Mexico. She was born on January 18, 1931, in Junction City, Kansas, to Virgil and Nora Longbine.

She married her high school sweetheart, Robert Bowyer in 1952 in Salina, Kansas, and went on to have four children: Clinton, Clayton, Carlton, and Constance. In the fall of 1965, Robert and Twila left their familiar home in Overland Park, Kansas and moved their family to Los Alamos so that Robert could pursue a new opportunity with Los Alamos National Laboratory. She had expected Read More

JEANNE L. BUTLER March 27, 1941 – June 19, 2024

It is with a heavy heart that our family announces the passing of Jeanne on June 19, 2024. She passed away peacefully after a visit with her daughter and grandchildren.

Born on an Iowa farm, a 4-H member most of her life, driven to helping others, and someone who loved to tend to her gardens and fruit trees – Jeanne was a mid-westerner through and through.

Jeanne grew up in Franklin County, Iowa, attending school in the nearby town of Hampton. Her early goal was medical missionary work, helping others through nursing. She attended Yankton College in Yankton, Read More

PEGGY JOHNECE HOISINGTON May 24, 1956 – Aug. 7, 2024

Peggy “PJ” Hoisington passed away unexpectedly but peacefully in Albuquerque at the Lovelace Heart Hospital on August 7, 2024, at the age of 68, surrounded by her husband and family.

PJ was born in Lubbock, Texas May 24, 1956. As a young girl she moved to Albuquerque, NM where she lived with her parents, Edward and Joyce Clay and 3 siblings. PJ graduated from Albuquerque’s Valley High School in 1974. She was a cheerleader, a member of the Glee Club and a Honor Roll Student. She later attended Cosmetology school and upon graduation she moved to Taos, Read More

LONNI (KATY) CATHERINE HARRISON March 22, 1945 – June 10, 2024

Lonni (Katy) Harrison, 79, a long-time resident of White Rock, NM, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2024, surrounded by her family.

Katy was born on March 22, 1945, in Rogers, Arkansas, to the late Averill and Lawrence Heisserer. In 1968, she graduated from UT Arlington as salutatorian of her class with a bachelor’s degree in physics. She went on to work on Bell Helicopter’s Osprey program before joining Los Alamos National Laboratory in 1969 and later earning her PhD in physics.

Katy was a devoted wife and mother, and a woman of many Read More

THEODORE FRANCIS ROLLER Oct. 7, 1932 – Aug. 5, 2024

Theodore Francis Roller, (age 91), entered eternal life the morning of Monday, August 5, 2024, at his home in Santa Clara Pueblo.

Ted began life on October 7, 1932, in Clifford, North Dakota, the fourteenth of fifteen children born to Joseph B. and Mary Ann (Kubishta) Roller. Ted grew up on the family farm near Clifford where he helped his parents with huge crops of sorghum, sugar beets, soybeans, corn, and the major crop of wheat.

Ted graduated from Clifford High School in 1950. He spent time discerning whether to become a Roman Catholic priest or Read More

BARTON OLINGER Feb. 11, 1943 – July 30, 2024

Bart could have remained in Gettysburg, PA nestled among family and friends. Instead, he chose to travel west – to the University of Chicago. Here he earned a doctorate in geophysics and met his wife, Colleen. Onward to New Mexico, he began what would turn out to be a fifty-four plus years career at Los Alamos National Laboratory. With two sons, Miles and Seth, the four lived in Bandelier, ‘the Valley’ (Jaconita), and Los Alamos.

Besides his family, science was central to Bart’s life. He knew early on that he was supremely lucky to make friends with the few Read More

TIMOTHY SINGLETON July 27, 2024

Timothy Singleton, 71, passed away July 27, 2024, at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Santa Fe.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lloyd and Mary Singleton, his brother Thomas and sister-in-law Katherine, and his beloved cat Misty.

Tim lived in Los Alamos for many years, and was well known there, walking with a cane to Smiths and Danielle’s café.

He moved to Santa Fe and lived at Kingston Assisted Living in the months before his passing.

Tim was a loving brother and friend to many people who knew him.

Tim is survived by his sister Jeanne and bother Patrick, and close Read More

EFFIOK BEN ETUK April 21, 1955 – June 11, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Effiok Ben Etuk. Effiok passed away June 11, 2024, from complications due to cardiac arrest.

Born April 21, 1955, in Kano, Northern Nigeria, Effiok left his home at 18 years old to attend college in the United States. Through hard work and perseverance, Effiok successfully navigated life in America. Earning a bachelor’s degree in engineering at the University of Nebraska, it was also here that he met his wife, Wendy.

He became a Naturalized Citizen of the United States of America where he stood, full Read More

BONNIE FISHBINE Oct. 12, 1921 – July 2, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Bonnie  on Tuesday, July 2, 2024. She departed peacefully at the Los Alamos Medical Center following a brief illness.

Born Oct. 12, 1921, Bonnie was predeceased by her beloved husband, Harold Fishbine. She leaves behind a loving family, including her sons, Brian and Glenn Fishbine, Glenn’s wife Kathy, her granddaughter Jenna Fishbine, and her two great-grandchildren, Margot and Aiden.

Bonnie and Harold tied the knot in Santa Fe in 1946. After a short period in Florida, they returned to Los Alamos, where Read More

MARGARET DUNFORD REID Oct. 10, 1932 – July 25, 2024

Margaret Dunford Reid passed away on July 25, 2024, in Colorado Springs, Colorado  where she and her husband of 70 years have lived since 2016. Prior to Colorado Springs, they lived in Los Alamos, NM for many years as well as several years in Redwood City, California.

She is survived by her husband Don W. Reid, a daughter Lisa Morgan (Lyle) of Cary North Carolina, a daughter Dana Belva (Jim) of Colorado Springs, Colorado and a son David of Seattle, Washington. She is also survived by 3 sisters, Arlene Van Wagenen, Barbara Christiansen and Annie Thayne. Read More

Gayle Louise Campbell March 16, 1937 – July 12, 2024

In loving memory of Gayle Louise Campbell, whose warmth, kindness, and unwavering dedication to her family and community touched the hearts of all who knew her. Her legacy of compassion and service will continue to inspire us forever.

Gayle Louise Campbell, a dedicated nurse, volunteer, and beloved family member, passed away peacefully in Beaverton, Oregon, July, 12, 2024. Born in Multnomah County, Portland, Oregon, March 16, 1937, to Gertrude Lindgren Christianson and Harold Morris Christianson, Gayle was raised in a close-knit Scandinavian Read More

TATYANA MIKHAILOVNA KURENNAYA May 13, 1953 – July 19, 2024

Tatyana Mikhailovna Kurennaya (née Fedorova), 71, passed away on Friday, July 19, 2024, in Los Alamos, New Mexico.

Tatyana was born on May 13, 1953, in Kalinin (Tver’), Russia, to Mikhail and Evgeniya Fedorov. She also lived with her grandmother, Anna Nikishina, in Serpukhov, during her school years. Tatyana received her master’s degree in mechanical engineering from the Moscow Energy Institute in 1977.  She moved to Protvino, Moscow Region, with her son, Denis Kulakov. There she met her husband, Sergey Kurennoy. Tatyana and Sergey Read More

DANIEL J. TORRES June 28, 2024

Dan Torres, beloved Husband, Father, and Grandfather was called to his eternal resting place on June 28, 2024. He was born in Las Vegas, NM, to Luciano and Manuelita Torres.

He is survived by his wife Shirley Torres, daughters Gretchen Torres-Baumgartner and Danielle Torres; son-in-law Bern Baumgartner; grandsons Mason and Matthew Baumgartner and brother Robert Torres.

He was preceded in death by his mother and father and brother Luciano “Buddy” Torres, and sisters Nettie and Alice.

Dan was a standout athlete and played basketball and baseball at Los Alamos Read More

ANTOINETTE MARIE SHEFFIELD Oct. 3, 1949 – July 20, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved wife and mother Antoinette Marie (Mals) Sheffield at the age of 74.

Antoinette was born on Oct. 3, 1949 in Dayton, Ohio to Chester and Betty Mals. Raised in Dayton, Antoinette spent her young adult years working at a local hospital in the newborn nursery. She loved children and had a natural way with them.

Vibrant and a true beauty inside and out, she became a member of the High Cincinnatians Tall Club and was crowned Miss Tall International in 1976. She spent the next year traveling Read More

PATRICIA ANN LUNDQUIST GRALL Nov. 22, 1939 – July 20, 2024

Patricia “Pat” Ann Lundquist Grall, born Nov. 22, 1939, in Longview, WA, passed away peacefully at the age of 84 Saturday, July 20, 2024, in Rio Rancho, NM, with her son and daughter by her side.

Pat was preceded in death by her son Richard “Rick” Erick Grall, her parents Robert Eric Lundquist and Anna Lois Timmen, and her sister Sally Templeton.

She is survived by her daughter Stacey Lutz of Plano, TX, her son Russ Grall of Oahu, HI, her grandson Hayden Lutz of Grand Prairie, TX, her twin brother Paul Lundquist of Tacoma, WA, and numerous nieces, Read More

EDWARD SNOW, SR. Nov. 16, 1934 – July 14, 2024

Dr. Edward Clark Snow, Sr. of Whitney passed away Sunday, July 14, 2024, at home in the Bethel Community.

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, July 18, 2024, at Marshall and Marshall Funeral Directors Chapel in Hillsboro.

He was born November 16, 1934, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Kenneth and Opal (Clark) Snow. He spent most of his childhood in Litchfield, Illinois, and moved to the Rio Grande Valley of Texas during high school. He graduated from McAllen High School in 1953. He joined the US Army and served two years in Germany before returning Read More

RUTH LORRAINE REDENIUS MAIER Aug. 25, 1937 – June 1, 2024

Ruth Lorraine Redenius Maier of Westminster, CO, left a life well-lived in the company of her loved ones on June 1, 2024. She was 86.

Ruth is survived by her husband, Bill, and their four children; their son, Will and his partner, Averil; their daughters, Alycia, Terese, and Victoria and her husband, Jakob; five grandchildren, Alex and his wife, Monica; Helen and her partner, John; Aidan and his fiancée, Lois; Max; and Harvey; and two great-grandchildren, Ava and Vivian. She is also survived by her younger sister, Rosalie Schrack and her Read More

LARRY ALLEN BAYS July 5, 1944 – June 10, 2024

Larry Allen Bays, aged 79, passed away on June 10, 2024, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Born on July 5, 1944, in a small mining camp in Oak Hill, West Virginia, Larry’s life was marked by a rich tapestry of experiences and accomplishments.

Larry proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1965 to 1968, where he was stationed in Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii. His military service took him to Vietnam multiple times, specializing in North Vietnamese radar capabilities. His longest continuous stay was 7 months, during which he demonstrated exceptional skills and dedication. Read More

PAMELA LOU ANDERSON Aug. 21, 1943 – July 10,2024

Pamela Lou Anderson left this world peacefully on July 10,2024 in Little Rock, Ark.

Pam was born August 21, 1943, in Casa Grande, Arizona to Maurice “Muggs” and Joyce Manes. She was raised in Los Alamos, NM where she attended school and graduated Los Alamos High School in 1961.

She went on to meet and marry the love of her life Douglas Anderson. Their story was the greatest love story ever told as they were married 62 years.

Pam is proceeded in death by Marice “Muggs” Manes (Father), Joyce Vivian Manes (Mother),  Candice Marie Bone (Sister), Tracy Thornton Read More

JOHN SANCHEZ June 2, 1952 – June 28, 2024

John Anthony Sanchez was born on June 2, 1952, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was the first-born son of John S. and Elsie Sanchez. As a child John loved to play outside. Around twelve years old, John found a passion for chemistry and experiments. His mother, Elsie saw this growing passion for chemistry and bought John a white lab coat from the local pharmacist and the local pharmacist would order the chemicals John needed to do his chemistry experiments in their backyard shed.

When John went to college, he earned his degrees in Chemical Engineering. After college Read More

SAMUEL JASON NASISE Sept. 26,1969 – June 10, 2024

It is with great sorrow that we announce that our Beloved son, father, cousin, fiancé and friend, Samuel Jason Nasise, was called home into the loving arms of our Lord and Savior, on June 10, 2024.  

He was born on September 26,1969 in Los Alamos, N.M. Sam passed away surrounded by his loving parents and his cherished Fiancée, Christa Baer Corrigan, leaving behind a legacy of love, warmth and light. Sam lived a life filled with joy, kindness and unwavering optimism. His passion and zest for life touched the hearts of everyone fortunate enough to know Read More

FAYE LOUISE PORTER July 24, 1930 – June 18, 2024

On Tuesday, June 18, 2024, Faye Louise Porter, passed away peacefully at the age of 93 with family at her side.

Born July 24, 1930 in Roswell, NM, Faye was preceded in death by her first husband, William R. “Randy” Cooper Sr. and son Mark Elliot Cooper.

She is survived by daughter, Karen Leigh Hawkins and husband, Ward of Los Alamos, NM, and William R. “Randy” Cooper Jr. and wife, Leslie of Tigard, Oregon.

Faye married Kenneth R. Porter in Albuquerque in 1984. Opportunities took them to San Diego, Walnut Creek, and finally Tri Cities, Wa. where they retired Read More

JESSE LEE LAESER June 26, 2024

Jesse Lee Laeser left this world on June 26, 2024, surrounded by family. He was 41 years old.

Jesse spent his life in New Mexico and grew up in Los Alamos. He played soccer, participated in Boy Scouts and spent numerous hours outside. Jesse was a tinkerer. He could build without plans, construct with many materials, and take anything apart and put it back together in better form. When he was a teen, he repaired the family washing machine and it lasted another 25 years. He was a solid craftsman and eager to help his friends and family with any type of project.

Jesse was a giving Read More

LUIS E. VALDEZ Feb. 24,1937 – June 6, 2024

Luis E. Valdez, 87, passed away on June 6, 2024, with his loving family at his bedside. Luis was born on February 24,1937, in Alison, Colorado, to Solomon and Benita Valdez.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Edna; parents, Solomon and Benita Valdez; sisters, Phyllis Gomez and Virginia Gallegos; brothers, Solomon Jr., Don, and Bernardo Valdez; granddaughter, Shayna Valdez; and son-in-law, James Smith.

Luis grew up and lived in Colorado until 1955 when he moved to Española, New Mexico, where he met the love of his life, Edna June Martinez, and was married Read More

ROLAND HAGAN Feb. 21, 1938 – June 15, 2024

Born February 21, 1938, to Ralph and Ethelda Hagan in Boston, Massachusetts, Roland grew up on a succession of military bases ranging from Marine Corps Base Quantico to Pearl Harbor.

Immediately upon finishing high school, Roland followed his older brother into the Air Force and was assigned to the United States Air Force 4926th Test Squadron. His assignments ranged from supporting the observation of French nuclear tests in the Algerian Desert to Operation Hardtack I in the Pacific in 1958. During this time, he was able to witness multiple atmospheric Read More

MARTIN MACROBERTS June 12, 2024

Martin MacRoberts passed away on June 12, 2024, peacefully at home with his wife Frances and son Patrick at his side. He was born and raised in Shreveport, Louisiana and graduated high school from New Mexico Military Institute in 1958.

After punishing himself earning a BA in mathematics at William and Mary in 3.5 years and being honored by selection to Phi Beta Kappa, he decided that education was not for him. A summer job with United Gas Corporation where an 8 hour day with weekends off was the norm (and they paid) convinced him that working was better than school.

He Read More