JOHNSON, HELEN November 18, 1930 - March 15, 2014 Dr. Helen Johnson died March 15, 2014, at the age of 83. She is survived by her sister, Anne Johnson Bushnell, of Albuquerque, and her nieces and nephews. She was pre-deceased by brother, John Howard Johnson, Jr. of Conway, Michigan. Dr. Johnson was born in Alexandria, Egypt and grew up in Ridgewood, New Jersey, daughter of John Howard and Marian Parker Johnson. She received the B.A. from Cornell University, and the M.D. from Women's Medical College of Pennsylvania, the first medical institution in the world established to train women in medicine and offer the M.D. degree. After interning in Pittsburgh, Dr. Johnson continued her training with a residency in pediatrics and a fellowship in hematology at Children's Hospital in Chicago. She practiced as a pediatrician for many years in Tucson, Arizona, as a faculty member at the University of Arizona College of Medicine, Tucson, and the Head Start physician on the Navajo reservation. In the 1980s, Dr. Johnson moved to Albuquerque and completed a residency in psychiatry and a fellowship in child psychiatry at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine. She practiced psychiatry in Albuquerque at the University of New Mexico Children's Psychiatric Center and in private practice. After her retirement in 2001, Dr. Johnson was a volunteer consultant at Carrie Tingley Hospital, working with children with disabilities, and served on the Board of Directors of All Faiths Receiving Home. She is remembered by her family as a warm, patient, and adventurous spirit who traveled the world both in person and through her love of books. A memorial service in her honor will be led by the Rev. Trey Hammond on Tuesday, March 25, 2014, at 10:00 a.m., at La Mesa Presbyterian Church, 7401 Copper Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM. In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested for the UNM Children's Psychiatric Center, 1001 Yale Blvd., NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87131.
WHITEHORSE, AMIN born Larry Logan. Died on St Patrick's Day, Monday March 17th. He was born September 16, 1937. Amin followed his dreams throughout his life. He was a passionate, creative and social person. He fulfilled many dreams including being a father, a photographer and filmmaker, a high school teacher, getting a master's degree in philosophy and starting his own high school. He had a brilliant mind and studied many philosophies and religions. He lived much of his life in California and New Mexico. He was a free spirit who loved to wander outdoors in nature in the mountains, forests, deserts, beaches and underwater. He is survived by his son, David, and daughter, Diana, and grandchildren Rhiannon and Belinda. The family would like to give thanks to the caregivers at Paloma Blanca Health and Rehabilitation in Albuquerque where he lived for the last seven years and made many friends, to Hospice De La Luz and to Direct Funeral Services. There will be no funeral but join us in observing a minute of silence to remember Amin, this Sunday March 23rd 2014 at 2:00 pm Mountain Time wherever you are. A memorial website has been set up at: amin.whitehorse.muchloved.com where you can leave condolences and see stories and photos.
ROMERO, PATRICK ANTHONY 1941-2014 a resident of Belen, NM born in Las Nutrias, NM to the late Arsenio and Mela Jojola Romero. Pat fought the good fight, he finished the race and kept the faith (2 Timothy 4:7). Pat passed away in the early morning of Friday, March 21, 2014 at home after a two week hospitalization. Pat passed into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior on what would have been his son Dion's 47th birthday, and a few hours after the start of spring, the season of new life and renewal and Pat's favorite time of the year. He was already planning his garden and had plans to fix his well. Pat was owner and operator of Romero Building Maintenance for 45 years. He loved his work and always said God gave him that job. He was a volunteer firefighter for Belen for 25 years. Pat relished in the joy of going dune bugging with Matt and Libby, Norbert and Oly and a host of other friends. He loved to make people laugh and had a special talent to do just that. He loved life and always lived to the fullest. Everyone Pat called a friend was special to him and he "would climb the highest mountain" for any of them. His most fervent desire was always to share God with others and pray for the salvation of those who did not know God. God was Pat's best friend and he was not ashamed to let others know that. Pat had the faith of a child, oh that we all did. He was preceded in death by his parents, Arsenio and Mela Jojola Romero; his mother-in-law, Vetrice Trembly VanHavermaat; son, Dion Romero; and infant son, Gregory David Romero. Pat is survived by his wife of 31 years, Patricia VanHavermaat-Romero; daughter, Jermaine Ulibarri and husband, Kevin; and son, Gino Romero and wife, Delfina; grandchildren, Alyssa Romero, Jonathan Romero and Marcos Balido Romero and his mother, Leticia; step-grandchildren, Kylee and Emilio Ulibarri; he was the oldest of nine, he is also survived his sisters, Clara and husband, Richard, Mary Helen Griego, Lorraine and husband, Henry, Annette and husband, Jess and brothers, Leo and wife, Judy, Joe and wife, Georgene, Frank and wife, Mary and Rudy; and brothers-in-law, Joe VanHavermaat and wife, Janice, Danny VanHavermaat and wife, Linda, John VanHavermaat and wife, Lisa. Pat is also survived by his beloved uncles ,aunties, nephews, nieces, cousins, and by many many friends that meant the world to him. A Viewing will be held at Romero Funeral Home Chapel, on Wednesday, March 26, at 4:00 p.m. A Final Visitation will take place at Calvary Chapel Rio Grande Valley in Belen (the old Wal-Mart) on Friday, March 28, at 5:00 p.m. with a Funeral Services to begin at 6:00 p.m. Interment will be private, held at a later date for family. Pat supported Mano De Ayuda in Mexico and Joy Junction in Albuquerque should you wish to donate in lieu of flowers in Pat's memory. Sign Pat's online tribute at 
JOHNSON, VICTORIA HANSEN 46, passed away Sunday, March 16, 2014 in her home in Albuquerque, NM. She was the beloved wife of Michael A. Johnson, who she married on May 20, 2000, and the loving mother of two sons, Nathan and Shane. Vicki was born in Brooklyn, NY on May 18, 1967 to Paul and Catherine Hansen. She graduated from Fort Hamilton High School and attended New York University. She worked in customer service most recently with Whole Foods. She enjoyed volunteering at her sons' schools, and taking part in anything that involved her family. Vicki was preceded in death by both of her parents. She is survived by her husband, Michael, sons, Nathan and Shane, brother, Paul Hansen, niece, Jade, nephew, Liam, many family members and countless friends. Vicki loved her husband and boys with all her heart; family was everything. She was full of life and made a positive and lasting impression on everyone who knew her. She will be missed more than words can describe. In following Vicki's wishes cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service in Celebration of Vicki's life will be held on Saturday, March 29, 2014 at 1:30pm at Faith Lutheran Church, 10000 Spain Road NE, Albuquerque. In lieu of flowers an account has been set up for the boys college fund. Donations can be made at any Wells Fargo branch to the Michael Allen Johnson - Benefit Memorial fund for Victoria Johnson account.
GIBSON, MIKE Age 66, passed away Wednesday, March 19, 2014. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Jo Ann; son, John and his wife, Deb; grandchildren, Abbie and Kara; sister, Beth Attridge; and brother, Clifford Gibson. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Eileen Gibson; and his brother, Harold Gibson. Mike worked for the Santa Fe Railroad, retiring in 2003. He was a member of Zia Rifle and Pistol Club. Friends may visit on Monday, March 24, 2014, 5:00 7:00 p.m., at FRENCH Wyoming. Please visit our online guestbook for Mike at 
EASTER, BOBBY Age 81, passed away at home on Friday, March 21, 2014. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Leah Lynn Easter; sons, James Easter and wife Roberta and Barry Easter and wife Lynda; daughter Kelly Easter-Leuenberger and husband, George; grandchildren, Jennifer, Holly, Chrystal, Jessica, Samantha, Katie, and Sean; great grandchildren, Megan, Marty, Isaac, Sarah, and Mason; brother Jimmie Easter and many nieces and nephews. He was a loving husband and father and was known to his children as "Dear Old Dad". He is survived by many friends here in Albuquerque as well as those that he grew up with in Portales, NM. Bob retired from being manager of Keenan Pipe Supply after 44 years of service in the plumbing and heating industry. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, March 25, 2014 at FRENCH - Wyoming at 11:00 a.m. Please visit our online guestbook for Bobby at 
DAVIS, ALLAN E. 65, of St. Petersburg, FL passed away at his home on January 3rd 2014. Memorial Services will be held Thursday, March 27th, 4:00 p.m. at Central United Methodist Church, 201 University Blvd, Albuquerque, NM. Memorial Donations may be made to the family towards a charity of Al's preference. "Big Al" was born on August 6, 1948, son of Allan Davis and Helen Howell. He graduated from Moline H.S. and the University of Northern Illinois. He was many things to many people: father, friend, mentor, confidant, or even just a steady rock to lean on. He was both a student and teacher of art which he immensely enjoyed sharing with others. He also loved being outdoors while traveling at whim to Mexico, camping in Alaska, making a road trip of North America (TWICE!), meeting strangers in Ireland, playing cards in Thailand, and being with family and friends. He is survived by his son, Brian Davis of Buckeye, AZ; daughter, Courtney Farley of Madison, AL; sister MaryAnne Michelet of Peoria, IL, and eight nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by both parents and brother Robert Davis.
BARTHOLOMEW, JUDITH Age 87, a resident of New Mexico since 1988, passed away on Sunday, March 16, 2014. She is survived by children, Stephen A. Bartholomew and wife, SueEllen of Bosque Farms & Carolyn Bartholomew of Washington, DC; grandchildren, Devon and Jenelle Bartholomew of Bosque Farms; and many loving friends. Mrs. Bartholomew was preceded in death by husband, Edward Alan Bartholomew; & sons, Colin and Brian Bartholomew. After retiring from teaching on the Navajo Reservation, Judith was an active volunteer in the cancer survivor community. She also volunteered with KNME. For nine years she served as a Consumer Liaison for the UNM IRB. She was an active member of the Daughters of the British Empire. The Bartholomews had an amazing life, immigrating to the United States, from England, in 1950 with $13 in their pockets. She lived the American Dream and finished her career working in education based in Many Farms, AZ. Cremation has taken place and her life will be celebrated on Tuesday, March 25, 2014, at 10:00 a.m. at FRENCH - University. Should friends desire, contributions may be made in her name to Cancer Support Now, PO Box 37338, Albuquerque, NM 87109 or New Mexico PBS, 1130 University Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87102. Please visit our online guestbook for Judy at 
STEBLETON, JANET CAROL Janet Carol Stebleton departed this life on March 23, 2014 in Albuquerque. She grew up in various locations around the country as her family moved with her father's jobs in various printing plants, eventually settling in Houston, TX in 1954. Very intelligent with a strong aptitude in the sciences, Janet pursued a career in nursing, graduating from the well regarded nursing program at Houston's Hermann Hospital in 1957. It was on a blind date that she met the love of her life, Lawrence Stebleton then a Student Navigator at Ellington Air Force Base. Following a whirlwind romance they were married December 26, 1957 and she began the gypsy life of a military wife as the family moved around the country with Lawrence's various assignments as an Officer in the US Air Force. Janet took a few years off from nursing when her children were young but returned to the profession in 1966, spending the next 46 years in various aspects of the profession and helping thousand of people along the way. She continually upgraded her knowledge in the field, earning first a B.S. in Nursing, followed by an M.S. and finally a Nurse Practitioner certification in the 1990's. After the family settled in New Mexico, Janet enjoyed a long and productive relationship with many local health care organizations, including Lovelace, St. Joseph's Presbyterian, and ABQ Health Partners. She also passed her knowledge on to others, teaching nursing at the University of Albuquerque, UNM, and TVI. Her favorite job was her last one as a Nurse Practitioner at the Southwest Center for Sleep medicine, working on the cutting edge of this relatively new field. Janet was a consummate volunteer, donating over 10,000 hours of her time working with the American Red Cross at Kirtland Air Force base teaching swimming to the members of hundreds of service families. She also served as a Water Safety and Lifeguarding Instructor Trainer training future teachers. Janet also volunteered within her adopted community of Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, most notably on the effort that resulted in its 2010 Master Plan. A cat lover all her life, Janet was a strong supporter of cat rescue efforts in the Albuquerque area. Janet is survived by her loving husband, Lawrence; two sons; two grandchildren; and her wonderful rescue cat Shaney. The family would like to extend special appreciation to Jean Orosco for her support and help during Janet's illness. At Janet's request there will be no formal memorial service. She has been cremated and will be interred at the Old Cadet Chapel at the United States Military Academy at West Point, her husband's Alma Mater. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made in Janet's name to High Desert Cat Rescue & Adoption at: 
RODRIGUEZ, EUGENE T. Age 52, a native New Mexican, died on Sunday March 23, 2014 after a brave and long battle with pancreatic cancer. He is survived by his wife, Debbie; his children Siboney, Simone, Jess and James; his grandsons Dominick and Chrystian as well as his father, brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews and friends. Gene, a brilliant and handsome man, always saw the bigger truths that many others miss. Though it cost him greatly in the bureaucracy of life, he was always proud to be his own man, to always stand up for and do what he knew was right. Gene is eternally grateful for those who stood beside him during his time of need. We will forever love and miss the rock of our family. Services will be held on Wednesday, March 26, 11:00am at The Church of the Incarnation- 2309 Monterrey Rd NE Rio Rancho, NM 87144. Please visit our online guest book for Eugene at 
