Obituaries

Obituary: Deborah Butler Feb. 19, 1952 – March 24, 2024

DEBORAH ELIZABETH BUTLER Feb. 19, 1952 – March 24, 2024

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Deb Butler, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. After several years of struggling with Alzheimer’s disease, Deb passed peacefully on March 24, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and cherished memories. Just before her passing, she was surrounded by loved ones singing her favorite songs.

Deb was born in Jackson, Mississippi, in 1952. She received her bachelor’s degree from Mississippi State University. Eventually Deb settled in Los Alamos, New Mexico, Read More

Obituary: Beula ‘Bo’ West March 16, 2024

BEULA ‘BO’ WEST March 16, 2024

Beula “Bo” West, a resident of Los Alamos, passed away on Saturday, March 16, 2024. At age 96, Bo died peacefully in her sleep surrounded by her loved ones.

Bo was born in Del Rio, Texas in 1927. She was preceded in her death by her parents, Frank and Fannie, and her husband of 58 years, Clarence “Woody” West.

She is survived by her daughter Nancy (George) and granddaughters Caroline and Johanna (Aaron).

In 1947, Bo moved to Los Alamos from Albuquerque, where she grew up. Bo began working at the Los Alamos National Laboratory where she met Woody. They were avid birdwatchers, Read More

Obituary: Eugene Carl Walter June 22, 1936 – Feb. 27, 2024

EUGENE CARL WALTER June 22, 1936 – Feb. 27, 2024

Eugene Carl Walter passed away peacefully at home on February 27, 2024, following a battle with metastatic prostate cancer.

Born in Bedford, PA on June 22, 1936, Gene lived a fascinating and extraordinary life. His charming, funny, sincere and light-hearted disposition shaped every decision he made as a devoted husband, loving father, loyal friend and meticulous scientist. He was a responsible hunter, Eagle Scout and scout leader, magician, trap shooter, soldier, Oregon Ducks fan, collector of Winchester Model Twelves and a volunteer docent Read More

Obituary: Patricia Louise (Glantz) Martin Dec. 9, 1941 – March 17, 2024

PATRICIA LOUISE (GLANTZ) MARTIN Dec. 9, 1941 – March 17, 2024

Cherished in our community for teaching art to thousands of students over 35 years, Patty Martin, a beloved wife and mother of four children, peacefully passed away at home in White Rock, NM surrounded by her family on Sunday, March 17, 2024 at age 82.

Patty was born on December 9, 1941 in Norman, Oklahoma, the first of four children to Colonel Melvin N. and Louise F. Glantz. She spent her childhood on a large family farm outside of Plainview, Texas riding horses and participating in farm duties – developing a profound love of animals and Read More

Obituary: Frances Richey May 23,1929 – Dec. 2, 2023

Frances Richey May 23,1929 – Dec. 2, 2023

Born in Cleveland, Ohio, the caboose baby of the family, raised at her father’s knee, Frances had a lovely life that came to an end at 94 years of age. She passed as she lived – au natural.

Married three times before she finally married the love of her life, Harris Mayer, who finally bested her by passing first in September, she is survived by her only daughter – Frances “Francie” Deters, two stepchildren – Margo and David, niece – Connie and nephew – Tom.

A woman of many careers and interests, her laughter could be heard above the din of any gathering she attended. Read More

Obituary: Victor Manuel Medina March 15, 2024

VICTOR MANUEL MEDINA March 15, 2024

Victor Manuel Medina, 79, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2024, in El Paso, Texas.

He leaves behind a loving family, including his wife Patricia; children Victor Jose, Patricia Yvette, and Tomas Ricardo; his siblings Fausto, Ricardo (Elena), Rene (Vivian), Guillermo (Margaret), Velia and Ana; as well as his dear grandson Theodore.

Among other things, Victor was deeply devoted to his family and a proud Vietnam Veteran. Victor was an active member of many service organizations, including the Rotary Club of El Paso.

Victor is preceded in death by his loving Read More

Louise S. Taylor July 13, 1923 – March 13, 2024

LOUISE S. TAYLOR July 13, 1923 – March 13, 2024

It is with profound sadness that the family of Louise S. Taylor announces her peaceful passing on Tuesday, March 13, 2024, at her home in Los Alamos, NM.

Louise was born and grew up in Stratford, Oklahoma. She attended University of Oklahoma. During World War II she worked in Seattle as a riveter on airplanes and liked to refer to herself as a former “Rosie the Riveter”.

She married John Fowler Taylor in Seattle, WA, on September 15, 1942. John and Louise moved to Los Alamos, NM in 1953. Louise retired from Los Alamos National Laboratory as a technical writer Read More

Obituary: Edith Eleanor (Becky) Guerrero Oct. 20, 1923 – March 13, 2024

EDITH ELEANOR (BECKY) GUERRERO Oct. 20, 1923 – March 13, 2024

Becky Guerrero passed away peacefully on March 13, 2024, in Littleton, Colorado. She was born to Sam and Thora Back on October 20, 1923, in Limon, Colorado.

After growing up in Santa Fe, N.M., Becky married John (Jack) Guerrero Sr. Throughout their lives together, they called Santa Fe, N.M., Abilene, TX., Mineola, NY., (where Jack was stationed with the Army). Los Alamos, Jemez Springs, and Albuquerque, N.M. home. She spent her last years in Littleton, Colorado.

Becky’s love of God and of her family was witnessed by all who knew her. Read More

Obituary: Carol Ann Swears Monaghan Dec. 3, 1938 – March 5, 2024

CAROL ANN SWEARS MONAGHAN Dec. 3, 1938 – March 5, 2024

Carol Ann Swears Monaghan, a beacon of love and kindness, passed away on March 5, 2024, at the age of 85 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. She entered this world on December 3, 1938, in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, and her life was a journey of love, family and friends, and constant adventure.

‘Kie’ and Denny spent nearly 20 years in Los Alamos, after moving from Seattle, raising their family. Both were strong supporters of the Los Alamos Community, including the golf and ski associations. Kie worked for the Los Alamos National Bank after her children left Read More

Obituary: Joseph Paul Mutschlecner July 6, 1930 – March 16, 2024

JOSEPH PAUL MUTSCHLECNER July 6, 1930 – March 16, 2024

Joseph Paul Mutschlecner passed peacefully at his home under the care of Hospice with family by his side in Los Alamos, Saturday, March 16.

He is survived by his wife Alice, and his children David, Timothy (Sarah), and Celia, (Mark), as well as grandchildren: Audrey, (Zachary), Megan, (Parker), Elliott, Mathew, (Caitlin), Anna, (Andrew), Kevin, (Sonny), Robyne, (Chris), and nine great-grandchildren.

Paul was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, the son of Henry and Aurelia Mutschlecner, and had one sibling, Audrey. His father, who worked at Read More