Obituaries

MICHAEL JAMES KRONE Dec. 31, 1986 – May 7, 2025

Michael James Krone, born December 31, 1986 to James and Lauren Krone in Los Alamos, NM passed away at the age of 38 on May 7, 2025, in Alamosa, CO.

Michael was preceded in death by his mother Lauren, and sister Shannon. He is survived by his son Forest, daughter Evelyne Rose, father James, brother Mark and nephew Jasper, grandmother Martha, aunt Denise and uncle Michael, uncle John and aunt Becky, along with other aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Michael loved animals and was an accomplished Veterinary Technician who was valued for his skill, knowledge, Read More

VIRGINIA BROWN July 19, 1935 – May 18, 2025

Her high school nickname was “Fireball” and if you had the opportunity to meet her you would understand why.

Virginia Brown was born on July 19, 1935, in Henrietta, Texas and died peacefully in her sleep on May 18, 2025, in Hillsboro, Oregon.

She was the third of five children born to Clarence and Hazel Oldfield. The family left Henrietta and moved to Grants, New Mexico in 1940 and returned to Decatur, Texas in 1941 so her father could work as a mechanic for Boeing in Ft. Worth at the beginning of WWII. They all packed up and moved back to Grants to build a new life Read More

STEVE MARK GONZALESMay 24, 2025 – Dec. 31, 1965

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Steve M. Gonzales on May 24, 2025. He was 59 years old.

Steve was born to Santiago Jr. and Florence Gonzales on December 31, 1965, the youngest of eight children. 

He was preceded in death by his wife Mandy (06/2022); mother, Florence (03/2022); and sister, Roberta Ann (05/1959). 

He is survived by his sons, Kevin and Joaquin Gonzales, both of Pojoaque; father Santiago Gonzales, Jr. of Nambe; siblings, Donna (Clint) Bowyer of White Rock, Monica (John) Garcia of Santa Fe, Dennis Gonzales (Maxine) Read More

M. URSULA GUTHORMSEN July 22, 1932 – May 24, 2025

Ursula Guthormsen, born Mary Ursula Brady, passed away May 24, 2025, at the home she shared with her family: daughter Amy Guthormsen, daughter-in-law Erin Lay, and grandchildren Charlotte Lay and Walter Guthormsen. We will miss the easy-going joy she brought to our lives every day.

Ursula was born in 1932 in Albany, New York. She grew up in the Bronx and studied nursing at St. Vincent’s School of Nursing. Of her career path, she often said that she worked until she got bored, then found some grant money to pursue more education. This path led her to earn Read More

MARILYN MINSHALL Sept. 1932 – May 18, 2025

Marilyn Minshall passed away on May 18, 2025, at the age of 92. She was born in September of 1932 in Klamath Falls, OR, to John Sidney Johnson and Agnes Bateman Johnson. Together with her siblings, Ardis and Earl, the family moved to Fortuna, California and again to Santa Rosa, CA.

Following graduation from high school, she attended Santa Rosa Junior College, and the University of Wisconsin, Madison where she earned a degree in Occupational Therapy. She was active in the Hoofer Club where she met Walter Verney “Wally” Green.

Married in June Read More

FIDEL NARANJO Aug. 7, 1940 – May 24, 2025

With deep sorrow and love, we announce the passing of Fidel Naranjo, a husband, loving father, proud grandfather, cherished great-grandfather, and beloved great-great-grandfather. Fidel passed away peacefully at the age of 84, surrounded by his family.

Born on August 7, 1940, to Syria and Nicolas Naranjo. He lived a full and meaningful life defined by dedication, quiet strength, and deep love for his family. His legacy stretches across five generations, each touched by his wisdom, warmth, and guidance.

Fidel was preceded in death by his parents, his Read More

JEAN L. MERSON Sept. 26, 1938 – Dec. 10, 2024

Jean Lorraine Merson sadly left us Dec. 10, 2024, following a stroke she had while living in Albuquerque NM. Jean was born in Oakland, CA on Sept. 26, 1938, as the only child of Alfred and Rita Jungblom. After graduation from high school, Jean attended The University of California Berkley where she obtained a degree in Chemistry. She was a very dedicated student even though she was faced with several hurdles along the way. At that time, it was generally felt that women did not belong in the sciences. She had more than one professor tell her she couldn’t Read More

DR. ROBERT A. GUYER July 30, 1936 – May 3, 2025

Dr. Robert A. Guyer, theoretical physicist and professor, age 88, died May 3, 2025, in Reno, Nevada, due to leukemia. A dedicated researcher and educator until the end, he published two scientific papers during his final year of life. Even in hospice care, he kept a small black notebook beside his bed to jot down equations and his last telephone conversation included a discussion with a young physicist about their ongoing collaborative work.

Born July 30, 1936, to Evan and Emma Guyer, Robert grew up in Buffalo, New York alongside his older brother, Read More

RODNEY MAX DOMINGUEZ April 27, 1967 – May 16, 2025

Rodney Max Dominguez, born on April 27, 1967, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2025.

Rodney was a well-known and respected carpenter, a true wood artist whose craftsmanship and creativity left a lasting mark on every project he touched. His passion for his work was only matched by the love he had for his family and friends.

Rodney was a devoted husband, a proud and loving father, a caring brother, and a loyal friend to many. He had an incredible heart and a personality full of life, always willing to lend a hand, share a laugh, or offer words of encouragement. Read More

JANET MARLYN GOFORTH March 17, 1935 – March 23, 2025

Janet Marlyn Goforth, born March 17, 1935, to Walter and Ethyl Bailey in Winfield, Kansas, passed away at the age of 90 on March 23, 2025, in Livermore, California. 

Janet had been married to John Mark Goforth for 30 years until his passing in June 2022. They were married May 9, 1992, in Livermore, Alameda County, California. Anyone who knew Janet and John knew that this was a real love affair with deep affection and partnership between them.

Janet worked as an Executive Administrator in the Emergency Operations Center of the Los Alamos Nation­al Read More