Obituaries

JOHN THOMAS MOLLEUR May 18, 1996 – March 9, 2024

John Thomas Molleur was born in Los Alamos, New Mexico, on May 18, 1996. He became ill and passed away suddenly on Saturday, March 9, 2024, in Bernalillo, New Mexico.

He was a kind and gentle soul. His love of people, animals and nature was an example for all of us.  His recent accomplishments toward a beautiful future should be an example for us all.

He is survived by his son, Eli Carl Molleur; his mother, Joan W. Rendell (nee Wadlinger); his father, John D. Molleur; his stepfather Dale Rendell; his sisters, Heather and Sarah Molleur; his stepsister, Read More

THOMAS ALAN KELLEY Dec. 5, 1942 – March 1, 2024

Thomas Alan Kelley passed away on March 1, 2024, peacefully in his sleep.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Marlene, and his son, George, as well as his sister Patricia Cravey (nephew James and niece Jenice) and his niece, Michele.

He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Teresa, and his brother Jim.

Tom was born on December 5, 1942, in Flint, MI and moved to Los Alamos as a young boy. He graduated from Los Alamos High School as valedictorian and started his early college years at Rice University, studying mathematics before entering the Read More

JESSE DANIEL CURRIE Jan. 13, 1997 – Feb. 25, 2024

Jesse Daniel Currie, 27, passed away on February 25, 2024, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

He was born on January 13, 1997, in Los Alamos, New Mexico to Scott and Kari Currie. Jesse was loved dearly as an older brother to Jordan and younger brother to Ryan, Brittany, Tyler, and Karissa Currie.

His loss will be felt by his survived grandparents Jim and Nerita Collier, 11 nieces and nephews, extended family, and friends.

Jesse grew up in the Jemez Mountains and spent time in the Canyons of Los Alamos. He loved animals and spent much of his childhood learning Read More

ENRIQUE SOLIS Feb. 6, 1965 – March 4, 2024

Enrique Solis, owner of Janos Construction, was born Feb. 6, 1965 and passed away March 4, 2024.

His services are from 1-5 p.m., Tuesday March 12 in Española, New Mexico at Riveras Funeral Home. Read More

JAMES S. BINGHAM March 3, 2024

We mourn the loss of our beloved James S. Bingham, 39, who departed this life on Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Albuquerque, NM, from complications related to a seizure disorder. We find solace knowing he is now at peace and celebrate how his spirit lives on through those whose lives were transformed because of his generosity as an organ donor.

James, a native of Los Alamos, found joy in both his family and his daily motorcycle rides to work, even during the winter months. His love for video games was secondary only to the pride he took in his children.

He is survived by his wife Read More

MAURA A. MULLANEY Feb. 15, 2024

It is with deep sorrow to announce the passing of Maura Ann Mullaney of Los Alamos, NM on February 15, 2024, at the age of 57. Born to Carol Ann and Paul F Mullaney, Maura enjoyed her youth in Los Alamos, NM and Oak Ridge, TN. Some favorite memories included her teenage year in Frankfurt, Germany and travel in Europe.

Maura graduated high school in Oak Ridge, TN, following with a BA in Accounting and Business Management from Bellarmine College, KY in 1990, with a minor in music. She completed an MBA in Finance and Financial Management Services; also achieving a specialty Read More

JEAN MARIE CAPELLI March 3, 1936 – Feb. 25, 2024

Jean M. Capelli-Lindsay, 87, passed away February 25, 2024. She was born,

March 3, 1936, Greenville, Ohio, to the late Velma and Paul Begin. She was raised on a farm in Versailles, Ohio, and graduated from high school in Angola, Indiana.

Jean had lived in Los Alamos since 1968 and worked for the Los Alamos National Laboratory for over 25 years in Engineering, Budget, and Accounting Divisions as a Secretary and Administrative Assistant as well as working as a Contractor after retiring in 1993.

She enjoyed her grandchildren, playing the piano, singing Read More

HARRY LEE FLAUGH Aug. 5, 1936 – Feb. 17, 2024

Harry Flaugh, beloved husband, father, grandfather and cherished member of the Los Alamos community passed away peacefully at home in Los Alamos Saturday evening, Feb. 17, surrounded by his family. His spirit and life well-lived will continue to inspire us to embrace life and all it has to offer, with the same joyful zest for life as he did his entire life. He will be greatly missed.

Born in Orient, Iowa, to Tracie and Neva A. Flaugh, he and his family moved to Des Moines in 1946, where he met his future bride, Margaret Sherman, in the third grade. They graduated Read More

ALICE ROBLES MANN Dec. 5, 1930 – Feb. 21, 2024

Alice Robles Mann passed away February 21, 2024, in her Los Alamos home of 60 years at the age of 93, with her beloved children by her side.

Devoted to family and friends, Alice stewarded charity and community. She made Los Alamos a more beautiful, connected place. Her model of strength and generosity will be missed.

Alice was born December 5, 1930, in Price, Utah to Albert and Antoinette (Gallegos) Robles. After graduating from Carbon College, she joined the U.S. Marine Corps where she made lifelong friends and was stationed at Camp Pendleton during Read More

JOSE GILBERTO ATENCIO Dec. 1, 1945 – Feb. 26, 2024

Jose Gilberto Atencio, age 79, of Española, New Mexico, passed away February 26, 2024, in Española following a long and courageous struggle against debilitating health issues.

Gilbert was born in Española on December 1, 1945, to Marcial and Frances Atencio. He attended school in El Rito and served in the United States Marine Corps during the Viet Nam War era.

He worked as an electrician/lineman and eventually started his own company, G-JACo Electric. Gilbert was a generous person who helped his friends and neighbors often and frequently volunteered Read More