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Obituary Preview: Gary Lowell Moody (64) passed away May 23, 2021.Gary graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1974 and was a welder by trade. He worked for WW Steel in Albuquerque before moving to Denver where he worked for Den-Col Supply. He moved back to his home state of New Mexico several years ago to Cubero to be near family. He enjoyed playing his guitar and carried his harmonica wherever he went. He also loved spending time with his nieces and nephews and hanging with his dog Tuwaka.Gary is survived by his children, Anitra (Matthew) Jax, Juliette (Torsten) Rohde, Jenni (David) O’Bryon, Sara Summers, Christopher Moody, and stepdaughter, Rhea Summers; grand-children, Elijah, and Carson; mother, Mary Helen Lopez; brother, Bobby (Caroline) Moody; sisters, Donna Moody, Carol Moody, and Mary Moody; stepbrothers, Andrew (Sophia) Lopez and Patrick (Barbara) Lopez. Gary was preceded in death by his father, Robert Moody; stepfather, Alonzo Lopez; stepson, Michael Summers; brother, Johnny (Desiree) Moody; step-bother Johnny Lopez; and stepsisters Eileen Gallegos and Bernadette (Erin) Lopez.In addition to his immediate family, he is loved by all his nieces and nephews and will be missed by everyone including many aunts, cousins and friends.His memorial service will be held at New Beginnings Church of God. Officiated by Pastor Richard Mansfield; 4770 Montgomery Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109 on Saturday June 5, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. with funeral procession to Cubero Cemetery immediately following the service. Afterward, please join us for a reception as we share memories together and celebrate his life at Jaramillo Ranch, 38 Bibo Road, Cubero, New Mexico

Obituary Preview: Irene “Genoveva” Lente 03-25-1935 to 04-18-2021Irene Lente of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away on April 18, 2021 in the care of her loved ones. Irene was born to Maximiliano and Francisquita Madrid on March 25, 1935. She was preceded in death by her parents, many brothers, sisters and children Ernestine Lucero, and Gloria Moya. She is survived by her children Daniel Lucero, Sandra Lente, and Frank Lente. Her 14 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, and 5 great-great grandchildren.Irene a life-long resident of Albuquerque spent many of her years caring for her family. She most enjoyed spending her days watering her garden and cooking in her kitchen. Irene was a hard-working woman and was strong in her faith. She will most notably be remembered for the love she gave to her family and will be missed dearly by us all.

Obituary Preview: Guillermina "Mina" Salgado is remembered by all who knew her for her love and loyalty of those she cherished. Her love of family, her love of friends, her love of her fur baby Bella, her love of the Pittsburgh Steelers, and her love of the NY Yankees. And yes, those are listed in order.If you were lucky enough to be in her circle of trust, you could count on having a lifetime of support and a great, caring person to be on your side. She was direct and honest, so if you asked for her opinion, you better be prepared to receive it! She cared about being a good daughter, sister, tía, and friend. Mina was not obsessed with wealth, but if she were to count all the respect and love of those, she cared about she would be the richest person in the room.Mina will be greatly missed by all her family, friends, and Bella. She is survived by her 6 sisters, 1 brother, 3 God children, and a ridiculously large amount of nephews, nieces and cousins.Mina, now that we know you're up in heaven, we will all be on the lookout for another Immaculate Reception to help the Steelers win another Super Bowl. We will miss you dearly.

Obituary Preview: Jeremias Jerry Nieto Jr.On March 30, 2021, our Lord called Jeremias Jerry Nieto Jr. home. He was born September 24, 1962, to Mary Helen and Jeremias Jerry Nieto Sr., who both preceded him in death.He was a loving father, son, brother, and friend to many, who will miss him dearly. He was an Army veteran who enjoyed fishing, camping, karaoke nights, dancing, and spending time with his family and friends.He is survived by his siblings, Annette, Vincent, Diana, and Theresa; his children, Monique and husband DJ, Jeremias, Michael and Melissa, Isaiah and Cristal, Julianne, Adrian, and Jerrmonino; and many grandchildren.

Obituary Preview: Maryann Cavallaro, beloved mother, mother-in-law, and friend went home to be with the Lord on March 22, 2021. She was born on November 10, 1941 to William (Bill) Komonick, Sr. and Ksenia (Jenny) Komonick (Rudziak).She is preceded in death by her parents and brother, William (Billy) Komonick, Jr.She is survived by her ex-husband, Vincent Cavallaro, her son, Bret, her daughter, Kristen, and her son and daughter-in-law, Greg and Norma, three grandsons, Mason, Ethan, and Ryan, and one granddaughter, Nora Lee. Maryann loved to smile at everyone, laugh, listen to music, and dance. She is deeply loved and will be greatly missed. Rest in peace, Mom!

Obituary Preview: Suzan Gail Humphrey went to be reunited with her mother, Glenda, and sister, Debbie, on March 19, 2021. She is survived by her children Isaiah Lopez, Christianna Lopez, Glenda Blea, Sarah Humphrey, and Candice Humphrey; her nephew, who she considered a son, Blu Glaser; and her grandchildren Phillip, Ethan, Jakob, Romeo, Nathaniel, and Raymond. She also leaves behind her best friend who was more of a sister, Louise Powell. All of whom were her heart and soul.She was truly one of the strongest, most pure hearted women you would ever have the pleasure of meeting. She is loved by many and will be missed terribly. She lived a very colorful life and left such an unforgettable and lasting imprint in people's hearts. She loved many things in life, music being one of them. You never saw her doing things around the house without dancing to her favorites. She loved sitting on the back patio, drinking her coffee, watching the hot air balloons go by. She loved taking care of those she loved or those who needed her. Whether rain or shine she would be there if you called to her.Even though it is a true tragedy to lose such a beautiful soul, we know she is safe and that she no longer bears the hardships she did and that she has been reunited with her passed loved ones that she missed so much. Rest in paradise momma. We love you more than all the stars and the moons in the sky momma.

Obituary Preview: Ernestine (Tina) M. Gonzales went home to the lord March 17, 2021. She was born to Masedonio (Max) and Carmen Casias on October 5, 1941 in Mancos Co.She never met a stranger and enjoyed her walk-through life.She was preceded in death by her Brothers Frank “Virgil”, Gilberto, Donnie Casias, and sister Drucilla “Lila” Lewis.She is survived by brother Fred Casias, her children Dennis Gonzales & wife Barbara, Russel Gonzales, Rebecca Brown, & Husband Donnie, Conrad Gonzales & Fiancé, Myrtle Taylor, Gerald Gonzales & wife Melanie with her 11 Grandchildren and 12 Great-Grandchildren. She also had a great love for her nieces and nephews.

Obituary Preview: Paul D. Piersol 1937-2021 Passed Away on March 17th, 2021Paul was born in Wichita, Kansas. He moved to Albuquerque in 1943. He attended St. Mary’s School from 1st to 12th grade.  He worked for the telephone company for 54 years. They were Mountain Bell, AT&T, and Century Link.Paul is survived by his wife, Janie Piersol and his children, Debbie Jones, Pam Quintana (Justo), Susan Davis, Russel Piersol (Mary Jean). He is also survived by his step children, Randy Case (Sheila), Buffy Vigil (Anthony), and Doug Case (Savannah). He is survived by his 20 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren.His passion was going to the lake and riding his Yamaha Jet Ski. He also had a passion for woodworking.Services will be held on Aril 10th, 20201 at Risen Savior Catholic Church 7701 Wyoming Blvd NE. Rosary will be held at 10:00 AM and the Mass will be at 10:30 AM.

Obituary Preview: Ernie of Racine WI. passed on March 12, 2021 in Las Cruces, New Mexico from natural causes at 70 years of age.Ernie was preceded in death by his parents Ernest H. and Rose H. Eick and his nephew Matthew J. Starke.He is survived by siblings Roseann Eick Starke (Keith), Richard L. Eick (Lilly), Peggy Eick Sczepanski (Gary), James D. Eick, Kim R. Sorensen (Kyle) and Thomas M. Eick (Rhonda) as well as several nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews.

Obituary Preview: Glenn W. Stagman May 10, 1942 – March 9, 2021Glenn W. Stagman, of Rio Rancho, NM, passed away on Tuesday, March 9, 2021.Born in May of 1942 to Richard and Bessie Stagman, Glenn married Grace Panzino on January 4, 1964.  Glenn graduated high school in Seneca, WI, later joining the United States Navy. He also enjoyed golf.Glenn was predeceased by his parents, Richard and Bessie, and his sisters, Vernice and Ruth.Glenn is survived by his wife, Grace; his sister Gloria (Al) Morovits of Eastman, WI, and his brother Herald Stagman of Prairie du Chien,WI; his sons, Glenn Stagman Jr of Lacrosse, WI and Christopher (Terri) Stagman of Rio Rancho, NM; his daughters, Medina Stagman of Lacrosse, WI and Tracy Taylor of Melbourne, FL; as well as six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.Due to Covid-19 restrictions, no services are scheduled at this time. The family will be planning a celebration of Glenn’s life later this year in Wisconsin.

Obituary Preview: Jeronimo Keith Bouttier May 15, 1964 – March 9, 2021Jeronimo Keith Bouttier, 56, passed away on March 9, 2021. Born May 15, 1964, in Kansas City, Missouri to Gerald Keith Bouttier and Janice Kaye Lewin.Jeronimo loved anything to do with being outdoors. His most favorite thing he enjoyed was fishing or camping. He loved his grandchildren dearly, but his granddaughter Hannah held his heart. He was a loving father, grandfather, nephew, brother, uncle, and cousin and will truly be missed by all.Jeronimo was preceded in death by his father, Gerald; his mother, Janice; and his nephew, Terry Baswell.He is survived by his daughter, Amanda Bouttier; grandchildren Aaron, Vanessa, and Hannah Johnson; and two great grandchildren. Jeronimo is also survived by his siblings, Janece Smallwood, Curtis Bouttier, and Cindy Edwards, all of Searcy, AR, Rick Bouttier of Parma, ID, Maya Bouttier of Longmont, CO, Jennifer Wentz, of Atchinson, KS; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, and uncles. Fly high with the angels, Daddy!Jeronimo will be laid to rest on June 10, 2021 in Browning, Montana and on July 21, 2021 in Griffithville, Arkansas.

Obituary Preview: John passed away on Monday, March 8, 2021, with his mom by his side in the comfort of his own home. He is sleeping in the arms of his angel & now sits with his dad and his two grandmother's in Heaven's paradise.Johnny "Dreemz" left behind a loving circle of family & friends & will be truly missed by all of us. John suffered through Renal Failure, Type 1 Diabetes and Heart Disease. Thanks to all of you who supported him through three years of suffering.A Memorial Mass will be held on Friday, March 26, 2021 at 10:30 a.m., at Our Lady of the Assumption Church, 811 Guaymas Place NE (Lomas Blvd & Tennessee Ave).

Obituary Preview: Brenda ArguelloIt is with great sorrow the family of Brenda Arguello announces her passing at the age of 51.  Brenda was a beloved mother, daughter, sister and aunt, was called to her eternal resting place Friday, March 5, 2021 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.Brenda was very outgoing, friendly and had many friends. She loved to be outdoors, go camping, attending concerts, gardening and being around friends and loved ones.She was born on February 11, 1970 in Santa Fe, New Mexico and is survived by her daughter, Miranda Arguello of Albuquerque, her Mother, Dolores Huerta and Step-Father Lorenzo Huerta of Rio Rancho; her sister Debra Torrez (David) of Rio Rancho; her sister Christina Arguello (Gilbert) of Bernalillo; her sister Jolynn Arguello of Bernalillo; and many nieces and nephews.Brenda is proceeded in death by her father Eddie Arguello, her brother George Martinez, her maternal grandparents, Jose Damian Lujan and Petra Lujan and paternal grandmother Molly Padilla.

Obituary Preview: Leyla Teresa Elliott, age 48, passed away on Tuesday, March 2, 2021, at UNMH in Albuquerque, after a long battle with scleroderma and pulmonary hypertension.Leyla was born June 9, 1972 in Orange, CA to Michael and Lucinda Elliott, who loved their baby girl.  Leyla has an older brother Abe. They lived in CA until 1978, when her family moved to New Mexico because Michael got a job working on the railroad.Leyla graduated from Raton High School, class of 1990. She loved being in the band all 4 years of high school, and Leyla had wonderful friends. After graduating she went to college in California, living with her Aunt Suzanne and Uncle John, where she studied early childhood development.After returning to New Mexico, she married, and in 2003 gave birth to a daughter, Ivy Rain Brown, daughter of Leyla and Warren Brown.  Ivy was Leyla’s “miracle baby”. Ivy and Leyla loved going to concerts together, and enjoyed adventures travelling to California and other destinations. Ivy always took good care of her mother.Leyla travelled twice to Finland, hosted by the mobile game company she was working for as an online moderator. Leyla is preceded in death by her grandparents, Loyal and Nellie Burchfiel, grandmother Patricia Elliott, her Aunt Delia Nell, Uncle Joe, Aunt Dollie, Uncles Sean and Kit, cousins PJ, Derek and Kevin, and Aunt Geneva, stepsister Ceason

Obituary Preview: Frank Rudy Esquibel Jr. 67, passed away peacefully at home on Friday February 26, 2021 after battling pancreatic cancer.He was born on March 21, 1953 in Las Vegas New Mexico. As a teen Frank loved to play Football and was on the wrestling team.  Frank then journeyed on to the United States Army where he was in the 101 Airborne Infantry Division.After the Army, he then settled down and called Albuquerque NM home.  He was known for being a generous and caring person. If you knew him, always had so many stories to tell.  He had a smile that no one could not forget.  If you were having a bad day, he would make sure to make you laugh.Frank was a loving father, son, brother and friend.  He is survived by his children, Monica, Josh, Rudy, Isaac, his grandchildren and host of beloved family member from Las Vegas NM and California.No funeral or memorial service is immediately planned.  The Family will notify loved ones in the future when a service is scheduled.

Obituary Preview: Reynaldo Chavez Jr.Rey-Rey took his journey into paradise on February 21,2021, and was reunited with his father, Reynaldo Chavez Sr.; sister, Yvette; brother, Anthony; his grandparents, Eugio and Amelia Montano, and Joe and Eurilla Chavez; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.He is survived by his mother, Nancy Montano; his children, Iaesha and Isaiah Chavez; his brother and sister, Rudy and Renee Chavez, and stepmother, Margaret Gallegos; along with loving family members and dear friends.Though his life had roads rough traveled, he never lost his faith. He loved fishing, reading, and writing in his journal. Should you wish to donate to please contact 505-262-1456Services will be held on April 24, 2021 at Immaculate Conception Church, 619 Copper Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102, Rosary at 9:00 am, Mass at 10:00 am, and Final Resting Place at San Jose De Armijo Cemetery.

Obituary Preview: Kenneth Akins 12.25.1969-2.19.2021Ken was full of life and a real fighter, but a very gentle and extremely patient soul. He loved his family, friends, and God fiercely and with all his heart and was generous with his time, abilities, and resources. He always put others' needs before his own. Ken was survived by his wife, Autumn, his kids, Nayeli and Marshall, his mother, Becky, his brother and sister-in-law, Pat and Sharon, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He is preceded by his father, Bob. The memorial will be held on Monday, March 15th at 1:30pm at Believers Center of Albuquerque.

Obituary Preview: James Clay “Jim” McCampbell of Artesia, New Mexico passed away on Thursday, February 18th, 2021 at UNM Hospital in Albuquerque, NM.Jim is survived by a younger brother, Eric McCampbell and wife, Theresa; a younger sister, Laura McCampbell-Maxwell and husband, Jim, as well as four children: Ian and Ethen Watts, and Jubal and Shawnee McCampbell, and seven beautiful grandchildren: Bianka, Anniyah, Madison, Genisaie, Raelin, Roman and Jonah, all of whom he was very proud of.Jim was born on April 2nd, 1961 in Lubbock, Texas to Barba and Jerry Don McCampbell, both of whom preceded him in death. He was a spitfire who always had to cause mischief anywhere he went, it was his belief that life just isn’t any fun without a little chaos, and he will be remembered and dearly missed by those who enjoyed his antics. Jim was known for his confidence, never afraid to say what was on his mind. He was also lovingly crowned ‘King of Useless Knowledge’ by his family, though they always called him when they had a random question, often claiming that it was faster to call Dad for the answer than it was to just 'Google it'. Jim was also the resident 'taste-tester' of any food prepared in the house and was more than proud to hold that title.Jim never went anywhere unless he was armed with his favorite baby-pink pocketknife and made sure his kids were never without one as well. He was an involved father, from teaching his children firearm safety to ensuring that his kids maintained their hobbies proudly and diligently. He enjoyed teaching his family to thrive in the great outdoors, taking them fishing and hunting, and teaching them how to start a fire and build a shelter when necessary, Jim always made sure his kids were prepared for the worst that this world had to offer. Jim also enjoyed riding his motorcycle, playing multiple musical instruments, and telling stories about his childhood memories with his mamaw and papaw. He always said those memories with his grandparents were the happiest times of his life; his children plan to recall these stories with their own children one day. Jim was full of life lessons that the people around him will remember forever. Jim’s children take great comfort in knowing that he is at peace and reunited with his loved ones who preceded him in death.Services will be held at Terrace Cemetery in Post, TX at a later date.

Obituary Preview: Mary (Marie) Lorenza Gallion August 29, 1943 – February 18, 2021On Thursday, February 18, 2021, Marie Gallion passed away in Albuquerque, New Mexico with her family by her side.  Born in Alexandria, Louisiana to Willie and Mary Magdeline LaCour.At six months old, the family moved to Albuquerque’s Martineztown, finally settling in San Jose, where Marie was raised. Marie attended St. Mary’s Catholic School, spending her summers in Louisiana. In 1955, Marie met Alphonse at a dance at her uncle’s farm in Louisiana. Marie and Alphonse married in Albuquerque in 1963.Marie’s early career included time as a seamstress at Pioneer Wear, and as a makeup artist for Goldwater’s and Dillard’s.  Later, Marie would become interested in natural health, spending 26 years managing Dr. Reginald de Pelichy’s Chiropractic clinic.Marie is survived by her husband, Alphonse D. Gallion Jr., her children; Russell “Jerry” Gallion, Tryce Renee Gallion, and Alphonse D. Gallion, III; her granddaughters Sydney Mathis and Jordyn Montano; and her great-grandson, Brandon Lucero.  Marie is also survived by her siblings, Nola Monette, Virginia and Westley Dubriel, Billy and Elena LaCour, and Louis LaCour, and by nieces, nephews, cousins, godchildren, and many friends.Marie was preceded in death by her parents, Willie and Mary LaCour, and her son, Thomas Gallion.Marie will be greatly missed by all who came to know her.  What great times were had!  Surely, she is leading the celebration on the other side with her parents, son and other loved ones that went before her. The Rosary will be Friday, April 9, 2021, at 8:30 am and a Mass will be celebrated immediately after at 9:00 am at St. Therese Catholic Church, 3424 Fourth Street NW, Albuquerque NM 87107. Masks are required for attendees.  A live stream of the mass will be available on St. Therese’s Facebook page

Obituary Preview: Victor Peery, a native New Mexican, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family.  Vic is survived by his beloved wife Kay, of 61 years, as well as his daughter, three sons, nine grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.  Vic is also survived by his three brothers. He started Vic Peery Construction in 1980 and retired in 2020.Vic never met a stranger and was a friend to many people over the years. He was an avid outdoorsman, jack of all trades and always had a story to tell and knowledge to share.Vic loved life, loved his family, and will be missed by all.A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Obituary Preview: Katherine M. Dorrance, 87, of Albuquerque/Anton Chico, New Mexico peacefully went to be with our Lord on Sunday, January 24, 2021 surrounded by her family.Katherine was born in Fort Washakie, Wyoming on April 27, 1933 to Peter and Lucinda Aragon. She was born and raised in Wyoming and was from the Wind River Shoshone Tribal Reservation. Though she lived most her life in New Mexico, her heart was always up home with her native family.Katherine lived mostly in Albuquerque but loved spending most of her time at her getaway home in Anton Chico. You could always find her wearing her straw hat out in her yard taking care of her plants. Her door was always open to family, friends and those in need of a helping hand. She loved spending time with family, especially with her great grandchildren whom she loved and adored so much. She has been and always will be a huge part in her families’ lives.Katherine is preceded in death by her parents, her two sons Benito Dorrance and Richard Dorrance along with five brothers and ten sisters.  She is survived by her two sisters Regina Sage and Beverly Thomas of Fort Washakie, Wyoming. Her three daughters Rachel Hern (Greg) of Edgewood, NM, Patricia Martinez (Johnny) of Albuquerque, NM, and Mari Dorrance of Albuquerque, NM. Grandchildren: Ben Dorrance of Iowa, Richard Dorrance Jr. and Family of Albuquerque, NM, Joseph Dorrance and Family of Arizona, Adam, Adrian, Abriall Hern and Amber Lucero (Ricardo) of Anton Chico, NM, Noel Sanchez (Jason) of Germany, and Christopher and Victoria Hern of Albuquerque, NM. Great Grandchildren: Christian Dorrance, Adam Jr, Marissa and Christian Hern. Mariah, Marie and Adrian Jr, Hern. Hope and Faith Sanchez. Raquel and Leland Lucero. Benito Dorrance. Great Great Grandchildren: Tautofi Avila-Fido and Jeanette Tofilo.She will be deeply missed by her family and friends.As long as there is love and memory, there will be no loss.Cremation has taken place, due to the Covid-19 restrictions the family will hold a memorial service at a later date and immediate family members will invite Katherine’s family and friends to join them in celebrating her life.

Obituary Preview: Virginia “Ginger” Salazar, at 59 years of age, went home to be with the Lord on January 22, 2021, after losing her 24-day battle against COVID-19. Ginger is the second youngest of ten born in Pueblo, CO, to her loving parents Tomasita and Guadalupe Garcia. She was preceded in death by her parents and her older brother Bobert. She is survived by high school sweetheart and husband of 40 years Michael C Salazar, children:  Sherii & Abe Bortz-Johnson, Dominic & Bethany Salazar, Jesse Salazar & Maria Theresa Montoya, Zachariah Salazar & Anjanette Armenta. Along with the lights of her life and reason to get out of bed in the morning, her grandchildren Marina Ruddick, Joaquin Ramirez, Julian Ramirez, and Raven Salazar. She is also survived by her brother James & Jan Garcia, sisters Katherine Davis, Elizabeth Martin, Cindy & Dan Brooks, Rose & Jon Numair, Elaine & Mark Kelly, Susan & Joe Guererro, and Eloise & Ed Vigil, and her many adored Aunts, Uncles, Nephews, Nieces, and multitude of adopted family members.Ginger is known for her unwavering faith and devotion to God, her infectious laugh, smile, unstoppable dance moves, and delicious cooking. She loved with no reserve, helped as if she had endless resources, prayed for all to be saved from themselves and the world every moment of the day. She served the Lord and the Church by being a member of the Legion of Mary, a member of the Carmelites, a Eucharistic Minister, and a Catechism Instructor.Ginger was a light of love to be reckoned with, though she is no longer here to personally share her loving light, she continues to make the world brighter by leaving the light to be tended to by those she touched, brightening the world from her eternal flame.Services will be held in Albuquerque, NM. The Rosary will be held at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco Dr SW, 87105 February 9, 2021, at 7pm. The Funeral Mass will be held at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary, 5415 Fortuna Rd NW, 87105 February 10, 2021 at 11am. The Funeral Mass will be Live Streamed on Youtube.com at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeMYwfsnsGrCzsA0wj7AoZg .  There will be a gathering after the services at the family home 856 Loma Hermosa Dr. NW Albuquerque, NM 87105.

Obituary Preview: “A Life Very Well Lived”Kelley Sue Morgan passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 16, 2021, in Albuquerque, NM.  She was born in Madison, Wisconsin, on September 10, 1953, to Edwin Truman Morgan and Marilyn Betty Ronsholdt Morgan.  Kelley was the first of three children, followed by Casey Peter and Michael Booth Morgan.The family moved to California in 1957, settling in Westwood, CA. and later in Santa Monica Canyon.  Attending Canyon elementary School, Kelley made many lifelong friends as a very outgoing and outspoken child.  She began to play guitar and sing, which showcased her incredible voice and emotional renditions of the Beatles music and folk music of the Sixties became her thing.  Love life and all it offers became a rallying cry for Kelley.Kelley attended the Le Lycee Francais de Los Angeles for junior high school, known for its intensive course instruction in french. She graduated from Palisades High School in 1971.After attending Immaculate Heart College, Kelley began working in the Healthcare field, where she excelled from the start.  She became a kidney dialysis charge nurse after moving to Albuquerque in the early 1980s.  With her son Clay by her side and her dogs, Kelley was a caregiver to her mother, Marilyn, in the latter days of Marilyn's life.Kelley is preceded in death by her brother Michael, father Ed, and mother, Marilyn. She is survived by her son Clay Booth Morgan and brother Casey (Cathy) Morgan, and her canine companions Daisy and Skylar.

Obituary Preview: Tommy Cordova was a loving husband, caring brother and wonderful father and grandfather who fell asleep in death on January 8, 2021 at Odelia Healthcare nursing home at the age of 80. He was the 15th child out of 28 born to his Mother Mary Cordova and his Father Perfecto Cordova. He is survived by his wife Mary Demecia with whom he shared 61 years of marriage. He is also survived by a sister Josie, brother Andrew, son Isaac, daughter Sharon his Sugar plum, her husband Lon, daughter Sabrina his Sugars, her husband DJ, grandson Joshua his Pumpkin, his wife Mara, granddaughter Kimberly his Princess, grandsons Ryan his Rollie Pollie and Christopher his Poopsie along with many other nieces and nephews, in-laws and cousins. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, his son Anthony, and many of his brothers and sisters including the most recently passed Angie and Virginia.Tommy was best known for his love for Jehovah God. He remembers his mother Maria studying with Jehovah’s Witnesses when he was a young boy. After he married, he and his wife Mary began studying in Belen with Sister Tressa Giffin then Brother and Sister Deaton. When Tommy and Mary moved to Albuquerque they continued their study of the Bible with Brother and Sister Stewart then Brother Stanley Weigel, finally with Brother Arthur Sample. Eventually he was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Santa Fe, NM in 1963 along with his wife Mary. He continued to grow in his love for Jehovah by serving as a Regular Pioneer for a total of 9 years as his health permitted and an Elder from 1973-2010 about 37 years. He enjoyed teaching others the truth from God’s Word the Bible. He loved studying the Bible, researching the scriptures using Bible based publications. He once was nicknamed the Tapeworm because he would collect Bible based talks on tape so he could listen to them while he slept, cleaned, relaxed, drove in the car, pretty much anytime. He would talk to anyone he could about the Bible. And since he was so down to earth they felt comfortable with him. He helped many return to Jehovah just with a smile, a touch on the shoulder. He made them feel loved. He was truly something special to all who knew him.Tommy loved spending time with his family and traveling. He had many friends in different states and congregations mostly around Albuquerque and the surrounding areas and California where he and his family lived for a time. All that knew him loved him. All that knew him knew he loved chocolate and sweets. He definitely had a sweet tooth. When he was living in the nursing home after his stroke in 2010 he may not have always remembered it but he loved when the brothers and sisters would come by and visit and bring him goodies. He was always asking what you brought. Always searching for the sweets. Even the nurses knew he would go for his dessert first and had to watch him because he would try to eat his neighbors dessert too.Tommy was always making people laugh. He loved to tell “Dad” jokes. Anytime he was with his friends he was laughing, laughing so hard they were both crying. Hearing him laugh would make you laugh. He brought so much happiness to those around him. He will truly be missed by many. Tommy wholeheartedly believed in Jehovah God’s promise of a resurrection. He found comfort, as we all can find comfort, in God’s Word the Bible. Job 14:14,15 says “If a man dies, can he live again? I will wait all the days of my compulsory service Until my relief comes. You will call, and I will answer you. You will long for the work of your hands.” Acts 24:15 says “And I have hope toward God, which hope these men also look forward to, that there is going to be a resurrection of both the righteous and the unrighteous.” Revelation 21:3, 4 “With that I heard a l oud voice from the throne say: “Look! The tent of God is with mankind, and he will reside with them, and they will be his people. And God himself will be with them. And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.”We look forward to the fulfillment of these truly wonderful blessings and the time when we will be able to welcome Tommy and others we have lost in death back to life.

Obituary Preview: Tanner Leigh Ottley Gay passed away on January 7, 2021 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where she lived with her husband, David Gay. Tanner was born January 27, 1940, in Lexington, Kentucky. Her father worked for the Army Corps of Engineers and the family moved often, finally settling in Bradenton, Florida, and building a series of houses on Anna Maria Island where they enjoyed the seaside life. She attended Palmetto School, where her mother taught, and later Manatee High School, where she was active in many clubs. She continued many of her high school interests—Latin, history, English, reporting/writing for the school newspaper, plays, student council, service, and homemaking—throughout her adult life.At the University of Kentucky, she joined the Kappa Delta sorority, making many new friends while keeping many from childhood. In high school and college, Tanner worked summer jobs in New England—picking shade tobacco or waitressing at Kennebunkport resorts. She liked the Northeast, and after graduating, she moved to Boston and got a job at Houghton Mifflin Company, working her way up to editor in the School Reading Department. She edited textbooks and teacher guides, and wrote her own series of illustrated children’s books using age-appropriate vocabulary.  Later, when she and her husband moved to New Jersey, Tanner worked as a free-lance editor until she retired.After both her parents died, Tanner bought her first house in Watertown, a Boston suburb. Her lifelong interest in and love of singing, cooking, gardening, photography (developing black and white photos in her bathtub), and cats coalesced at that time. Lani was her first cat, named after the last Hawaiian queen, Liliuokalani. She sang with the Ralph Farris Chorale (Boston), and church choirs at Trinity Church (Boston), Calvary Episcopal (New Providence, NJ), and the Cathedral of St. John (Albuquerque). With the latter, she and her husband, David, visited England on several choir tours.Tanner and Dave met in 1977 as members of Trinity Church’s Phillips Brooks Club. They enjoyed each other’s company, and Dave proposed on a golf cart while vacationing in Florida. They married in August, 1980 at Trinity Church and, when Dave was offered a job at Bell Labs in 1981, moved to New Providence, New Jersey—within striking distance of New York, the Metropolitan Opera, City Opera, plays, museums, and her lifelong friend, Sally Dorst. When the dot.com bubble burst, Dave’s work situation changed, and in 2003 they moved to Albuquerque for Dave’s new position at Sandia Labs.She and Dave loved to travel, and had many opportunities to do so for Dave’s work and purely for pleasure. Their first foreign trip together was to England, where they rented and rode a tandem bicycle around the countryside for two weeks. (They enjoyed this so much they bought a tandem when they got home, and rode it often.) Over the years, they visited the Galapagos Islands, Bolivia, Singapore, Poland, the Antarctic, Alaska, Iceland, Mexico, Oman, and several other countries. She and Dave also enjoyed exploring the beautiful natural areas closer to home together by bicycle and on foot. They enthusiastically attended countless gatherings of friends and family, sometimes travelling far to do so.Tanner loved to cook, and to read cookbooks. Over the years she gathered a sizeable collection. She also enjoyed sewing—from items for the home to her own wedding dress, and later in life, potholders for family and friends. Anyone with an Ottley-Gay potholder is in a special club. She also learned Spanish, turning to telenovelas to build her vocabulary and polish her conversational skills. She volunteered at Albuquerque’s Bargain Box (later renamed the Assistance League Thrift Shop) where she sorted donations and helped in other ways. Although she developed Parkinson’s disease several years ago, she kept working and traveling, and she wrote a Christmas letter just weeks before she died.It was telling of Tanner’s character that she made many friends and never spoke ill of anyone. She loved her family and they loved how she brightened all their lives when she was around or was reaching out by letter or phone.  She was one of those people who make the world better—smart, curious, optimistic, adventurous, and easy going—a rare bird for whom patience was a virtue. She was a spirited singer, excellent writer and editor, and a generous photojournalist for friends and at family gatherings. Her kindness and sense of humor shone in everything she said and did. She would be the first to say she was grateful for the many blessings in her full life, particularly the many friendships she so easily cultivated. She was loved by many. We will miss her terribly.Tanner is survived by her husband, David Gay; brother-in-law Jim Longhurst (Lynn); sisters-in-law Elizabeth Longhurst (Kim Chapman) and Barbara Longhurst; nieces and nephews Jamie Longhurst (Moe Hill); Jordan Paulius (Linas); Abby Bennie (Braden); Madeleine Simonds (Ethan); William Chapman, Barbara Vick (Jeff); Madge Doty (Tom); cousins Rich Gay, Jeffery Gay, and Tim Gay (Susan); as well as numerous grand-nieces and nephews. She will also be missed by many friends, especially her oldest and dearest, Sally Dorst.A service to celebrate Tanner’s life will be held at the Cathedral of St. John, Albuquerque, in late summer or fall 2021.Donations in Tanner’s name are welcome at The Cathedral of St. John (Albuquerque), the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, or a charity of your choice.