Obituaries

DR. LOGAN KEITH KUIPER Sept. 12, 1940 – Jan. 20, 2026

Dr. Logan Keith Kuiper, 85, passed away in Los Alamos, New Mexico, on January 20, 2026. Born on September 12, 1940, in Oskaloosa, Iowa, to Andrew and Bess Kuiper, Logan’s journey took him from a small family farm to the forefront of physics and mathematics.

Logan grew up outside Pella, Iowa, attending the one-room Liberty Corner grade school before graduating from Pella High School. His passion for learning led him to the University of Iowa for an undergraduate degree in Mathematics. He furthered his studies at Cal Tech, earning an MS in Applied Read More

ROYCE DEAN TAYLOR Feb. 10, 1941 – Jan. 20, 2026

Colonel Royce Dean Taylor was born Feb. 10, 1941, in Boles, Arkansas. He passed away at age 84, Jan. 20, 2026, just 20 days shy of his 85th birthday in Los Alamos, NM.

He is survived by his wife, Holly Kenney, his children Jennifer Waller (Jay), Amy Klabunde (Kevin), Royce Taylor (Sonja), grandchildren Haley Waller, Olivia Wallace (Ian), Sydney Bloomenstein (Zach), Alexi Tscherner (Nico), Trevor Klabunde, Isaac Taylor, and Lily Taylor, and great-granddaughter Etta Wallace. He was preceded in death by his parents, Monroe and Rosie Taylor, Read More

AMY XIAO BING WEI Jan. 18, 2026

Fondly known as Amy, Xiao Bing Wei of Los Alamos, NM, and originally of Nanning, China, passed away Jan. 18, 2026 at home in Los Alamos after a brief illness at the age of 57.

She leaves behind her husband, Giacomo Brussino; son, James Brussino; mom, Yan Lan and sisters Xiaoyu Wei and Xiaotang Wei, amongst many other beloved family members and friends “with love and peace”. 

Where there is life, there will be death. An early end is not necessarily a life cut short.

Amy will be inurned in China. No services are planned at this time.

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STEPHEN A. CIDDIO Sept. 25, 1950 – Jan. 16, 2026

Stephen A. Ciddio, a dedicated son, brother, and friend, passed away on January 16, 2026, at the age of 75. Born on September 25, 1950, Stephen lived a life characterized by his reserved nature, calm demeanor, and an unexpected sense of humor that brought joy to those around him.

Stephen proudly served his country as a Retired Navy Chief, displaying a commitment to duty that underscored his character. His military service instilled values of discipline and integrity, which he carried with him throughout his life.

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JEFFERSON “SKIP” LEON PRESTRIDGE JR. Nov. 1, 1943 – Jan. 13, 2026

Jefferson “Skip” Leon Prestridge Jr., 82, passed away Jan. 13, 2026, at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts, with family by his side.

Born Nov. 1, 1943, in Brewer, Maine, he was the eldest son of Effie Mae (McGray) and Jefferson Leon Prestridge Sr. In 1961, he earned his high school diploma from RHAM High School in Hebron, Connecticut.

Jefferson went by the nickname “Skipper” or “Skip” by friends and family. Aptly named and following in his father’s footsteps, Jefferson served honorably in the Read More

ANDY R. WILSON 1928 – Dec. 26, 2025

Andy R. Wilson, 97, passed away on Dec. 26, 2025, leaving behind a legacy defined by his devotion to his family, his country, and his lifelong passion for creation.

Raised by a single mother in El Paso, Texas, Andy learned the value of resilience early on. Upon turning 18, he enlisted in the U.S. Army, serving with the occupation forces in Japan. Shortly after returning home and completing his service, he met Edyth Liles, who graciously agreed to marry him in 1948. Their marriage began a journey of partnership and family that ended only with her death in 2021.

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TERALENE ‘TERRY’ STEVENS FOXX Dec. 8, 1939 – Jan. 5, 2026

Teralene “Terry” Stevens Foxx, 86, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Monday, January 5, 2026. She was a cherished wife, mother, and friend, and her absence will be deeply felt by many. Of this we are certain: she is healed and at peace, uplifted by our prayers, and safe in the presence of her Savior, Jesus.

Terry is survived by her best friend and husband, Charles Foxx; daughters: Alison Carlisi, Erin Chavez, Kerri Frazier; four grandchildren: Sean Carlisi, Cassandra Carlisi, Rosalyn Carlisi, Sydney Frazier; great-grandchild Read More

DAVID V RILE May 5, 1950 – Dec. 25, 2025

David V Rile, 75, originally from Los Alamos, New Mexico, passed away in his home in Santa Fe, the city he knew and loved, Dec. 25, 2025.

He was born in Santa Fe May 5, 1950, to the late Albro and Dorothy Rile. David’s life was marked by creativity, intellect and a love for his friends and community.

After graduating from high school, David went on to attend Arizona State University, where he excelled academically and graduated at the top of his class with a degree in Political Science. During his college years he studied abroad in Denmark for a time and grew to love Read More

EDGAR ALLEN ‘AL’ BACON, JR. Jan. 12, 1931 – Jan. 8, 2026

Edgar Allen “Al” Bacon, Jr., of Landenberg, PA, passed away on January 8, 2026, after a long battle with vascular dementia. He was just a few days shy of his 95th birthday.

Al was born to the late Edgar A. Bacon, Sr., and Mary Lucille Copenhaver Bacon in Oakland, CA, on January 12, 1931. He was a 1949 graduate of Fremont High School and received his B.A. in Economics in 1952 and M.A. in Political Science in 1954 from the University of California, Berkeley.

After spending two years in the US Army stationed in Fort Ord, CA, he was hired in 1956 at Los Alamos Read More

JANET (JAN) STRATTON MCCALL Dec. 25, 1939 – Dec. 30, 2025

Janet (Jan) Stratton McCall, age 86, peacefully departed this life in the UNM hospital on December 30, 2025, after a short illness. Her devoted husband, Gene McCall, was at her side. 

Jan was born and grew up in Brigham City, Utah. She was the daughter of Kenneth Leroy Murdock and Vera Bowdin Murdock. She had four sisters and a brother. Three of the sisters, La Dean, Sharon, and Darlene, and her brother, Daniel, preceded her in death.

Jan married Boyd Mark and had three sons, Rick, Scott, and Steven. All have survived her, along with many grandchildren Read More