Obituaries

JAN KIRK STUDEBAKER 1945-2022

Life-long adventurer Jan Studebaker passed away in Los Alamos on June 24, 6 days short of this 77th birthday.

He was born June 30, 1945, in Borger, Texas, then spent much of his youth in the Akron area. His family were members of the Studebakers of automotive fame. He once wrote “Looking back, growing up in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, was about as good as it gets for me.”

He came to Los Alamos and the Laboratory in 1965, after graduating as valedictorian from the Ohio Technical Institute with an associate degree in Electrical Engineering. He spent much of his life adventuring Read More

L. DeWight Bazzell Aug. 3, 1933 – July 1, 2022

It is with a heavy heart and a tremendous sorrow for me and family to share the passing of my most beloved husband, my best friend, the love of my life, and partner.

Leaving behind his wife of 43 years, Angie Charlton, his son Kevin (wife Julie), his granddaughter, Samantha Bazzell, stepdaughter Ginger Eisen, stepson David Charlton (wife Jennifer), stepdaughters Crystal Charlton Gehrmann and Angelina Charlton. Brother Rick Bazzell (wife Vonita), numerous other step-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews.

Your spirit fled in the night unto a new Read More

ANN LOUISE HATCH BEYER July 14, 1929 – July 9, 2022

When Ann Louise Hatch Beyer passed away on Saturday, July 9, 2022, she would have said that she had completed her life. Ann had good relations with all her family – husband of 52 years, two children, father, mother, 1 brother, 1 brother-in-law, three daughters-in-law (two of their husbands), two grandchildren, 1 brother-in-law and both of his wives, three nephews and their spouses, 16 first cousins, five aunts, six uncles, two grandparents and two foster grandparents. Whew.

Then there were all her colleagues, many close friends, during her over Read More

SARAH “SALLY” JANE MOORE Sept. 20, 1966 – June 27, 2022

Monday, June 27, Sarah “Sally” Jane Moore, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 56.

She lived in Los Alamos, in a home she shared with her beloved dogs; Dexter and Ruby. 

Sally was a free spirit. She had a love of laughter, the outdoors, and her friends. Many of her best times were spent cruising in the mountains with the love of her life Donny, camping with her friends and family, enjoying a cold drink at the bar with her pals, or caring for a furry animal with her son, Caleb. Sally fostered many puppies and kittens with her son while he was growing up Read More

NANCY BARNES Dec. 27, 1952 – April 15, 2022

Nancy Barnes, 69, passed away on April 15, 2022, in Los Alamos, NM.

Nancy was born on December 27, 1952, in Webster City, IA to her parents Joe and Fran Segar. When Nancy was six years old, her family moved to Los Alamos, NM where she spent the majority of her life.

While growing up, Nancy was often found on the golf course with her father, mother and older brother Larry. In 1971, Nancy graduated from Los Alamos High School and became a dental assistant after attending Northern New Mexico Community College.

Nancy found a great deal of joy in animals, in particular Read More

YOSINA ARCHULETA July 11, 2022

Yosina Archuleta, a lifelong resident of Los Alamos, passed away peacefully July 11, at the age of 99 after a brief illness. 

She was a loving mother and homemaker. She was a happy-go-lucky lady with a very optimistic outlook on life. She loved gardening, dancing, visiting with her grand-kids, and was a wonderful caregiver for her son James.

Yosina was proceeded in death by her loving husband Juan Archuleta, her son Jerry Archuleta, and her daughter Lori Fisher. She is survived by her son James Archuleta of Albuquerque, her son John Archuleta (Debra) of White Rock, Read More

J. ARTHUR FREED June 21, 2022

J. Arthur Freed, 92, died on June 21, 2022 in Los Alamos, NM. He was a long-time resident of Los Alamos, helping to provide library service for the Los Alamos National Laboratory from 1958 until his retirement in 1991. He was the Head Librarian/Group Leader of the Library Services Group (IS-4) during 1970-1990.

He was born in Los Angeles to the late James E. and Rose Freed. The family then also included his late, older brother, David. He and his family moved to San Francisco in 1932. Arthur always considered San Francisco his home town.

He attended the University of California, Read More

ANDREW HIME March 22, 1964 – June 23, 2022

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Andrew Hime, 58, in California June 23, 2022.

Andrew is the beloved son of Anne and David Hime and much-loved brother of Stephen (Amy) and Louise (Gary) and sons Adam (Haley) and Aaron. Andrew is uncle to Sarah (Yash), Justin (Mackenna), Angela and Steven (Nicki). He also leaves behind relatives in England and many friends around the globe in the places that he lived, worked and traveled.

Andrew was born in England March 22, 1964 and emigrated to Canada at age 3 with his family. He spent his formative years Read More

ORCINA MOTA TORREZ Oct. 20, 1935 – June 30, 2022

Orcina Mota Torrez was born on October 20, 1935 in Ajo, Arizona.

She passed away after an extended hospital stay on June 30, 2022. She was 86 years old.

Orcina is survived by her daughter, Nicole Torrez (boyfriend Justin Peruzzi); son Wayne Torrez and grandson Jacob Torrez. She is also survived by her brothers and sister; Edumundo “Mickey” Mota, Horacio Mota (Hortencia Mota) and Roberta Moore (Donald Moore). Orcina had many nieces, nephews, and godchildren who were very special to her.

Orcina was a loving and caring Mother who was involved in all aspects Read More

JOHN JOSEPH GUENETTE Dec. 3, 1929 – July 4, 2022

John Joseph Guenette was born in Medford, MA, Dec. 3, 1929, and died in Los Alamos, NM, July 4, 2022, at the age of 92.

He was a gentle and loving man with great integrity, and will be missed by all.

John was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Margaret (Toth) Guenette; his parents, Clarence Edward and Emily Gladys (Pickard) Guenette; his infant son, John Peter; and his siblings, Doris Roberts, Louise Marshall, Alfred Guenette, and Eugenie Marie Guenette.

The first forty-one years of John’s life were spent in the Boston area where he established Read More