Newest Obituaries
BACA --
FRANCES T. 1922-2012 Age 89, a resident of Los Lunas, NM passed away on Sunday, May 13, 2012. She was a WWII Veteran having served as an Army Medical Technician at various military hospitals, caring for the injured troops returning from the European Theater. She separated from the Women's Army Corps. at the termination of the war. She met and married Gabriel M. Baca on his return home from the European Theater. They made their home in Los Lunas, NM. She was a life time member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary Post 9676 in Los Lunas. She was a charter member for assisting in the organization of the Ladies Auxiliary. She was one of the first business women in Los Lunas by owning and operating Frances' Beauty Shop until the late 1960's. Upon terminating her career as a beautician she went to work at Belen General Hospital as a Nurse Assistant, which later became Presbyterian Hospital in Belen. She retired from Presbyterian Hospital after many years of service. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 55 years, Gabriel M. Baca; parents, Edumenio and Anna Mae Wilson Trujillo; and brothers, Joe, Theoduro and Tony Trujillo. Frances is survived by her two sons, Walter Baca and wife, Theresa and Gilbert Baca; grandchildren, Brian Baca and wife, Jennifer, Claire and husband, Paul Cieremans, Jason Baca and wife, Christy, Claudine and husband, David Sanchez; 13 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Bill and Ed Trujillo; and two sisters, Marie Rosano and Rosie Phillips. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. All services will be held at San Clemente Catholic Church, beginning with a viewing on Wednesday, May 16 at 6:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. A Final visitation will be held on Thursday, May 17 at 9:30 a.m. with a Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at San Clemente Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Brian and Jason Baca, Paul Cieremans, David Sanchez, Libby Baca and Bill Phillips. Honorary Pallbearers will be Bill and Ed Trujillo and Nita Crawley. The Baca family would like to thank Nita Crawley for her loving care as a caregiver, and the Presbyterian Hospice staff assigned to Frances in her final days. We would also like to say "Thank You" to all the family and friends for their expression of love and prayers. Please sign France's online register book at: www.romerofuneralhomenm.com Romero Funeral Home 609 N. Main St. Belen, NM 87002
Published on: Wed May 16, 2012
BLEA --
JUAN ANTONIO (TONY) MAY 16,1918 - MAY 17,2002 10TH YEAR ANNIVERSARY In Loving Memory of our Father. Happy Birthday Dad This day is remembered and quietly kept. No words are needed, we shall never forget. For those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day, unseen and unheard, but always near, so loved, so missed and so very dear. Always your children, Patsy, Ricky, Antonia, Jeanette and Matthew Blea. Daddy we miss you always.
Published on: Wed May 16, 2012
BOWMAN --
JERRY G. A Memorial Service is planned for 3:00 p.m. Sunday, May 20, 2012 at Heights Seventh Day Adventist Church, 4520 Wyoming NE, Albuquerque, NM.
Published on: Wed May 16, 2012
CATES --
CHRISTOPHER C. Age 62, born September 18th, 1949 in Santa Monica, California, died in Albuquerque, New Mexico on Saturday, April 28th, 2012. He was a loving father to Emma (11 years old) and Christopher Jr. (13 years old), a devoted son to Lolita and Charles Cates and an affectionate brother to Candy and Cathy Cates. By 1972, Chris made New Mexico his permanent home. In the five decades he lived in New Mexico he owned a buffalo ranch, a restaurant/bar and business (Christopher's Enterprises). This business allowed Chris to live his dream of working with Native American cultures and selling beautiful one-of-a-kind museum quality jewelry and art around the world. His vision and commitment to beauty and his generosity to all those who knew him will be missed. Please join us for Chris's Memorial Service on May 18th from noon to 2:00 pm at the Saw Mill Lofts Community Room (1801 Bellamah Ave NW.)
Published on: Wed May 16, 2012
DELILLO --
FRANCISCO N. Went to be with the Lord on May 14, 2012. He was a resident of Rio Rancho for 24 years. Frank is survived by his wife, Barbara, of 58 years; daughter, Teresa De Lillo of San Leandro, California; son, Brian De Lillo and his wife Rae Ann De Lillo of Rio Rancho; grandsons, Justin Morgan and his wife Amy Morgan of Modesto, California; Andrew De Lillo of Albuquerque; and Joshua Morgan of San Leandro, California; Sierra Morgan of Modesto, California; great-grandsons, Collyn, Mason, and Cole Morgan of Modesto, California, and Julian De Lillo of Klamath, California; brother, Robert De Lillo and his wife Carol De Lillo of San Marcos, California. He retired from the Department of the Air Force in 1988. He enjoyed playing golf and fishing. Most of all, he loved his acting career, having performed in many plays at the Adobe Theater and the Albuquerque Little Theater. He appeared in many local television commercials and his face continues to be in the Lovelace newspaper ad and mailer. He was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Rio Rancho. Burial will be private. A celebration of his life will be held at the First Baptist Church of Rio Rancho on Saturday, May 19, 2012 at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society, Sandoval Unit, P.O. Box 3208, Albuquerque, NM 87190-3208 in his name. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-892-9920
Published on: Wed May 16, 2012
ESPINOZA --
LUBEN L. Age 90, loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, a resident of Pojoaque, NM passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, May 10, 2012. He was a WWII Navy Veteran, a member of Sociadad Protecion Mutua de Trabajores Unidos. He was also a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Pojoaque. Luben was a master carpenter and cabinet maker and was an accomplished horseman, and hard working rancher. Luben was preceded in death by his father, Eduardo Espinoza; mother, Marianita Gallegos; step-father, Emilio Roybal; daughter Margaret Sanchez and husband Anthony and grandson Andrew Sanchez also his sister Marie Cisneros. Luben is survived by his loving wife of 71 years Maria Espinoza; children, Alfredo Espinoza and wife Viola, Dorelia (Dori) Lujan and husband Richard, Christopher Espinoza and wife Margie, Lonnie Espinoza and Louella Gallegos and companion Christopher Morgan; eleven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sister Irene Cisneros of Albuquerque, NM and many numerous family and friends. Rosary at 10:30 a.m.; Catholic Mass will be at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Pojoaque, NM on Thursday, May 17, 2012. Burial will follow at 12:45 p.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Adam Espinoza, Kevin Sanchez, Larry Espinoza, Eric Giron, Leon Cisneros, Joaquin Nielsen and Christopher Morgan. The family of Luben Espinoza has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory of the Espanola Valley. 505-747-7477 or www.devargasfuneral.com
Published on: Wed May 16, 2012
FLORES --
CARLA Age 62, a lifelong resident of New Mexico, passed on Saturday, May 12, 2012. She is survived by her son, Eduardo Flores and wife, Julie of Mesa, AZ; sisters, Josephine Melendez, Isabel Cabrera both of Albuquerque, Rufina King and husband, James of Artesia; brothers, Fernando Flores and wife, Geneva, Rick Flores and wife, Debbie all of Albuquerque, Antonio Flores and wife, Rhonda of Los Lunas; nieces, Elizabeth, Rooney, Amanda, Michelle, Gloria, Anjelica; nephews, Jared, David, Richie, John, Paul and many great-nieces and nephews. Ms. Flores was preceded in death by her parents, Mateo and Carmen Flores. Carla worked for many years at the Rodey Law Firm. She was an avid New Mexico Lobo fan. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held Friday, May 18 at 4:00 pm. at French - University Chapel. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Rescue Me! www.rescueme.org. Please visit our online guest book for Carla at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
Published on: Wed May 16, 2012
GALLEGOS --
RICHARD D. Beloved husband and brother, Richard D. Gallegos, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, went home to the Lord on May 12, 2012. He had been fighting lymphoma B cell after being diagnosed in November and was in the final home stretch with his cancer treatments when a sudden heart attack took our beloved. Born June 29, 1961 and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was preceded in death by his mother, Alice and father Alfred Gallegos. Rick was an excellent football player at West Mesa High School and graduated in 1980. Rick went on to join the U.S. Air Force after high school and was honorably discharged in 1983. Rick was a member of Knights of Columbus. He liked to fish, play basketball and he was very knowledgeable in football history. He is survived by his "Sweetie" wife, Krystal; step father, Art Hosek; step father-in-law Bob Trucksa; sister, Veronica and husband Joe Alarcon; sister, Catherine and husband David Ortiz; brother, Al and wife Debra Gallegos of Las Vegas, Nevada; brother, Timothy and wife Cindy Gallegos; sister-in-law, Sandra and husband Keith Kraft. He had many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles, cousins and many friends. Pallbearers are Gregory, Russell, Adrian Alarcon, Steven Alarcon, Joe Jr. Alarcon, and Andrew Gallegos. Our lives will not be the same without you. You were our rock and you will remain in our hearts forever. A Rosary will be held Thursday May 17, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary. Mass will be Friday May 18, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. at Sangre De Cristo Church 8901 Candelaria NE. A memorial service will also be held at 10:00am on Tuesday May 22, 2012 at Legacy East Church 4701 Wyoming NE. Please visit Richard's on line memorial at: www.salazarandsonsmortuary.com Services entrusted to SALAZAR & SONS MORTUARY 400 3RD St. SW Albuquerque, NM 87102 505-247-4124
Published on: Wed May 16, 2012
GARCIA --
EDWARD PAUL Of Roswell, passed away on Monday, May 7, 2012 in Roswell, NM. A memorial service will be held on Monday, May 21, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at Grace Community Church, 935 W. Mescalero, Roswell, NM 88201, with Pastor Sean Lee officiating. Edward will be cremated according to his wishes. His cremains will be buried at a later date at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe. Edward will be lying in state at Ballard Funeral Home on Wednesday, May 16, 2012 until 7:00 pm on Saturday, May 19, 2012 and Sunday, May 20, 2012 from 12:00 to 2:00 pm. Ed was born July 21, 1941 in Albuquerque, NM to Sabino and Roberta Trujillo Garcia. He was one of seven siblings and is survived by three sisters, Gloria Gamberale, Emily Gonzales, and Katy Salinas, all of Albuquerque. He was predeceased in death by sisters Dola Gonzales, Deanna Jaramillo, and Dora Vergo. Ed graduated from Albuquerque High School and later attended Junior College in California. In 1960 he enlisted into the United States Marine Corps, where he attained the rank of Corporal. Ed was a sea-going Marine and a traveled domestically and internationally aboard U.S. Navy ships. Ed was proud of his service to his country and often spoke of his time in foreign ports. He was honorably discharged from the Marine Corps, and had a son, Scott Luckey. Ed married Lucy Suarez in San Diego, California and had three sons, Anthony Garcia, Edward "Teddy" Garcia, and Reuben Garcia, all of California. Ed returned to New Mexico and in 1989 met former Secretary of State Shirley Hooper. In August 1990, they married in Hobbs. They also lived in Lovington and in Santa Fe for many years. In 2010, Ed and Shirley moved to Roswell. Ed was a member of Grace Community Church of Roswell and was to be trained for one of their ministries. Ed was a life-long learner. As a young man, his father taught him to be a master painter and he used those skills all throughout his life. After his Marine Corps service, for many years he worked at the Southern Pacific Telephone Company and was a minister to young military servicemen in San Diego. After returning to New Mexico, he went into sales and worked as a representative for Mobile Medical & Safety which later became Cintas. In 2002, he became a Master Hypnotist, as well as a Clinical Hypnotherapist and during many New Mexico Legislative sessions he worked for the Senate Security office. After retirement, Ed became a part-time representative for ACN, putting people in touch by videophone. He thoroughly enjoyed home entertainment systems, computers, and other electronics and was especially talented at computer and other repairs, and enjoyed doing repair work for his family and friends. Ed will be terribly missed by all. He was a loving and supporting husband who was devoted to his family. He offered assistance, inspiration and encouragement to people he met, especially the less-fortunate and the young people, to always pursue their dreams. Realizing that education, love, and inspiration were keys to young people's successes, his dream was to be financially successful enough to build and operate a facility for young people to go for inspiration and fellowship. He was a kind and gentle soul whose generosity will not be forgotten. Ed is survived by his beloved wife, Shirley Hooper-Garcia of Roswell; his sons Scott Luckey of Post Falls, Idaho, Anthony Garcia and his wife Karen and their three children Anthony, Trevor, and Nicholas of Temecula, CA, Ted Garcia of Chula Vista, CA, and Reuben Garcia and his wife, Andrea, and their three children, Jessica, Parker, and Joseph of Canyon Country, CA; his step-sons John Hooper of Santa Fe, NM and Greg Hooper and his wife Jennifer, and their two children Zachary and Taylor of Chandler, Arizona. He also leaves numerous loving cousins, nieces, nephews and a host of friends. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Grace Community Church in Roswell, NM at 935 W. Mescalero, Roswell, NM 88201 or the charity of one's choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to Ballard Funeral Home and Crematory in Roswell, NM. An online registry can be accessed at: ballardfuneralhome.com
Published on: Wed May 16, 2012
GARLING --
EDLA MARIE passed away in Arvada, Colorado on December 1, 2011 after a long and happy life. A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held on May 19th, 10:30 am, at Faith Lutheran Church, 10,000 Spain NE, Albuquerque. A reception at the church will follow. All who knew her are welcome to attend. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your favorite charity.
Published on: Wed May 16, 2012