Search Results

Black -- . Jeanie Black, age 42, passed away Friday afternoon. She was a Registered Nurse employed as a pediatric nurse at the time of her death. She was a member of the New Mexico Board of Nursing as well as being active in the PTA and 4H in the East Mountain area. Jeanie is survived by her husband, Bill and daughter, Jessica of the family home. A son, Michael Koehler and wife, Eva of Albuquerque; her parents, Richard and Nellie Lowe of Idaho; her three brothers, Rick, Tom and Louis; two sisters, Linda and Lori; and father and mother-in-law, Ben and Lee Black of Kansas. Following cremation a Memorial Service will be at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 10, 1998, at Hillcrest Funeral Home Chapel. In Lieu of flowers, family requests that memorial contributions be made to charity of your choice. Arrangements with: Hillcrest Funeral Home, 225 San Mateo Blvd, NE, Albuquerque, NM 225-5959
        Published on: Mon November 09, 1998

Candelaria -- Andrew Candelaria, 77, a life-long resident of Albuquerque passed away Saturday, November 7, 1998. Services and Interment are pending and will be announed. For floral assistance, please call 243-5222. Services under the direction of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave., SW.
        Published on: Mon November 09, 1998

Caster -- Mary Caster, 72, died Saturday, November 7, 1998. Arrangements are pending with French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd, NE.
        Published on: Mon November 09, 1998

Chavez -- Albina A. Chavez, 85, a resident of Los Chavez, passed away on November 6, 1998. She was a member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church, and the cursillo movement. She was preceded in death by her grandchildren, Bobby Lopez, Jose Jesse Chavez, great-grandchildren, Andrew Peralta, and infant son, Ismael Chavez, infant daughter, Florence Chavez, brothers, Elfego, Mateo and Manuel Alderete. Albina is survived by her husband, Jose Jesus Chavez of the family home in Los Chavez; sons, Joe Chavez Jr. and his wife, Tillie of Barstow, CA; Eloy Chavez and wife, Alice of Barstow, CA; Ruben Chavez and his wife, Cecilia of Los Chavez, Raymond and his wife, Rosaline of Albuquerque, Gilbert and his wife, Rosie of Los Chavez, Orlando and his wife, Viola of Barstow, CA; daughters, Florence Ortega and her husband, Anthony of Belen, Eva Peralta and her husband, Eloy of Barstow, CA, Lydia Lopez and her husband, Robert of Belen, Sally Alires and her husband, Paul of Albuquerque, Isabel and granddaughter, Jessica Chavez of Los Chavez; 46 grandchildren; 81 great-grandchildren; brothers, Rosendo, Pete of Barstow, CA, and Vicente and his wife, Virginia Alderete of Albuquerque; sisters, Clorinda Padilla of Los Chavez, Luz Tafoya, Annie Chavoya of Barstow, CA; sisters-in-law, Emma and Bernardita Alderete of Albuquerque. She is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, friends and other relatives. Viewing will be held on Monday at 6:00 p.m. followed by a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Tuesday at 12:00 p.m. also at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. Interment will follow at the Our Lady of Belen Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be her sons, Gilbert, Joe, Orlando, Eloy, Ruben and Raymond. Honorary pallbearers will be Albina's grandchildren and her great-grandchildren. Romero Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
        Published on: Mon November 09, 1998

Drake -- Anthony"Tony", 44, passed away after a short illness November 7, 1998. He was preceded in death by his father, Paul Drake. He is survived by his mother, Maclovia Drake; daughter, Lisa Drake; sons, Adam, Daniel, Ryan, and Brandon; two granddaughters; Bridget, Brittony; grandson, Brandon Jr.; brother, Paul Drake Jr. and wife, Leann; sister, Therese Fuller and husband, Roger of New York; nieces; nephews; uncles; aunts; family and friends who will miss him. Services will be held at St. Therese Catholic Church with Rosary at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, November 8. Mass at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday with burial to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers: Chris Ortiz, Orlando Armijo, Wayne Quintana, Ely Torres, Lawrence Torres and Wayne Miller. Honorary Pallbearers: Mike Anaya, Gabby lopez, Leroy Anaya, and Richard Drake, Jr. Arrangements by Direct Services 343-8008. 2919-4th St, NW.
        Published on: Mon November 09, 1998

Ferdinandus -- Johanna Ferdinandus, born in Tjimahi, Indonesia in 1929, went home to be with the Lord; her husband, Nocholaas; her sister, Teda; and her parents on November 7, 1998. She is survived by her children, Joyce and Frank Adamo, Davey and Robert Greenberg, Revo Ferdinandus, Danny and Dar Ferdinandus, Jeanette Sopacua; her grandchildren, Justin, Joshua, Nichole and Ashley Ferdinandus; her brothers, Jopie and Zadrach Sopacua, Holland and Janus Sopacuz, Indonesia. Our deepest gratitude to the Presbyterian Hospice team, especially Carol Gustafson, RN, Sister Juniper, RN, and Ann Letherer, RN. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donation be made to the Presbyterian Hospice program. Mrs. Ferdinandus will lie in state Monday 12:00 noon to 8:00 p.m. at Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle, NE. Services will be at St. Timothy's Lutheran Church with Pastor Jonathan Holmer officiating, time to be announced. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery.
        Published on: Mon November 09, 1998

Garcia -- Visitation for Mr. Rudy R. Garcia will be Monday evening in the San Felipe Church, 2005 Plaza NW from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with at Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Final visitation will be Tuesday morning in the church from 10:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:30 a.m., Father Leo Lucero, Celebrant. Interment will follow in the San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Dr., SW in charge of arrangements.
        Published on: Mon November 09, 1998

Jaramillo -- Mass of Christian Burial for Natividad Jaramillo will be celebrated this morning, 10:00 a.m., at Holy Child Catholic Church in Carnuel, NM. Interment will follow at Holy Child Cemetery. Casket bearers will be David Jaramillo, Toby Jaramillo, Jr., Leroy Sanchez, Diego Sanchez, Isaac Jaramillo, and Cy Gomez. Honorary bearers will be Jessica Jaramillo and Greg Jaramillo. Services under the direction of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW.
        Published on: Mon November 09, 1998

Jowers -- Joseph J. Jowers, Lt. Col. USAF, Ret., died Thursday, November 5, 1998. Joe is survived by his wife of 56 years, Carmen Lydia; daughters, Brenda Brent and husband, Andy, Sandra Larrichio and husband, Don, Deborah Meyer and husband, Tom, and Lydia Brazfield, all of Albuquerque; eight grandchildren, Andrea Di Saverio of Denver, CO, Michael Brent of Dallas, Tom Larrichio of Morrisville, NC, Steven Brent of Albuquerque, Dawn Meyer, Dina Larrichio and Michelle Brazfield, all of Albuquerque, and Tami Meyer of Denver, CO; four great-grandchildren, Derreck Brent, Nicole Larrichio, Anthony and Anna Marie Di Saverio; sisters, Lil Lollar, Edna Teaff, Marie Briggs, and Laura Mae Pinckley; and brother, Wayland Jowers, all of Abilene, TX. Col. Jowers attended Abilene High School. He was a graduate of the University of Omaha, the Air Force Commander Staff College and the Nuclear Weapons Course at Sandia Base, Albuquerque. After Air Force retirement, he owned and operated National Office Supply for 19 years. He was also co-owner with wife, Lydia of Lydee's Fashions for 29 years. Col. Jowers was also very active in community affairs as a past president and district director of the Exchange Club of Albuquerque and president of the Exchange Club Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse. He was past commander adjutant, and treasurer of the Commander Simpson and Lt. Col. Loring Chapter of the Military Order of World Wars. He was a member of the AF & AM Lodge 60, Ballud Abyad Shrine Legion of Honor, and Scottish Rite, 32nd Mason. Rosary will be held Friday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Deacon Al McLane reciting. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, 11:00 a.m., at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE, with Fr. Florian Renaud, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery with Masonic AF & AM Lodge 60 presiding. Pallbearers will be Andrew Brent, Don Larrichio, Tom Meyer, Tom Larrichio, Michael Brent, Steven Brent, and Jim Di Saverio. Honorary pallbearers will be Gen. Franklin Miles, Major Irv. Schlenker, Col. James Calhoun, CWO Gaspar Altomare, Col. Bob Radomski, Col. Burt Terrazos, Major Dom Bernardi, M.J. Cathey, Fred Comstock, Rex Denney, Allan Stecker, Paul Olguin, John Meyer, and Ed Slater. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Friday, 5:00 p.m. until Rosary.
        Published on: Mon November 09, 1998

Lee -- Elwyn James Lee died peacefully in his home with his family at his side November 7, 1998. Elwyn is survived by his wife of 52 years, Dorothy; sons, Terry Wade Lee and wife, Donna of Albuquerque and Warren Edwin Lee and wife, Rose of Chandler, AZ; daughter, Tana Satterfield and husband, Bill of Albuquerque; sisters, Colita Schalbar of Albuquerque and Connie Shepperd and husband, Bill of Alamogordo, NM; sisters-in-law, Marvel Duffey of El Paso, TX, Louise Kelley and husband, Jack of Port Hueneme, CA and Edna Light and husband, Elmer of Lenore, ID; brother, J.W."Dud" Lee and wife, Mary of Springfield, MO; honorary mother-in-law, Marvel Julian of Erda, UT; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Elwyn was preceded in death by his daughter, Donna Jean Lee in 1948. Elwyn was a WWII veteran in the submarine service. After his service to his country, Elwyn worked as a cowboy on various ranches across NM and southern Colorado. He then worked for the telephone company for 30 years in El Paso and Albuquerque and as an active member of CWA Local 8611. He was a lifetime member of the Telephone Pioneers. After retirement in 1982, Elwyn and his wife, Dorothy traveled extensively visiting all 50 states, New Zealand and Australia. Elwyn was an avid hunter and fisherman who passed on his knowledge and love of the outdoors to all of his children and grandchildren. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be conducted at St. Andrews United Methodist Church, 3905 Las Vegas Drive, SW on Tuesday, November 10 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Sandy Burley officiating. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Sandia Memorial Foundation, 4775 Indian School Rd, NE, Suite 310, Albuquerque, NM 87110 or St. Andrews United Methodist Church, 3905 Las Vegas Drive, SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105 or a charity of your choice. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd, NE.
        Published on: Mon November 09, 1998

Lipari -- In Loving Memory of TONY LIPARI December 11, 1919 - August 27, 1997Still your presence lingers in our home even though you are not here with me. Sometimes when I am alone and lost in thought and all the world seems far away, you come to me as if in a dream, gently taking my hand and filling my heart with the warmth of your presence and I smile knowing that though we cannot be together for now we are always close in thought.Missing You Always Happy Anniversary November 9, 1946Your Loving Wife, Helen
        Published on: Mon November 09, 1998

Long -- Kimberely Ruth Long, daughter of Stephen and Darlene Long, passed away suddenly on Thursday, November 5, 1998. She was active in the Special Olympics for over 25 years. Services will be held at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe on Tuesday, November 10, 1998, at 11:00 a.m. In Lieu of flowers, donations to NM Special Olympics would be appreciated.
        Published on: Mon November 09, 1998

Lopez -- Rev. Patrick Lopez, born in Socorro, passed away during his sleep on November 6, 1998 at the age of 70. Patrick is survived by his beloved wife of 20 years, Colleen Lopez; brothers, Nep Lopez and wife, Katie, Ralph Lopez and wife, Celia; sisters, Pauline Baca, Rose Baca, Jane Vargas, Molly and husband, John Diedier, and Marcella and husband, Don Fingado; sister-in-law, Donna Marie Kirk; brother-in-law, Don Cotter and wife, Jane; numerous nieces and nephews; Godchildren, Dan Horton, Michelle Lopez, Vanessa Lopez, Melissa Lopez and Amanda Lopez; and compadres, Joe and Colleen Horton, Dan and Colleen Lopez, and Robert and Sonia Lopez. Patrick was preceded in death by his parents, Patricio and Dulcinea Lopez; brothers, Miguel, Patricio, Salomon and Nazario Lopez; and his sister, Amy Gutierrez. Patrick will be dearly missed by his wife, family and friends. Mass will be celebrated Monday, 10:00 a.m., at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 412 Stover Ave. SW, with Archbishop Michael J. Sheehan, Celebrant. Entombment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish Endowment, 1860 Griegos Rd. NW 87107 or New Heart Cardiovascular Disease Management Program, 4701 Montgomery NE 87109. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Mon November 09, 1998

Mcclellan -- In Loving Memory of KENNETH J. McCLELLAN, SR. 11-9-49 to 6-1-95It's been three years since you left, but we both feel you are still with us. We feel you guiding us in all we do and watching over us every day. Till we meet again. Your Loving Wife & Son, Margie & Ken, Jr.
        Published on: Mon November 09, 1998

Munoz -- Baby Jamie Mateo Munoz, infant son of Jamie and Shirley Munoz, died Wednesday, November 4, 1998. He is also survived by his sister, Feliz Munoz; grandmother, Sherry Vogel; grandparents, Jorge and Irma Munoz; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Graveside services will be held Monday 2:30 p.m. at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, with Mr. Santiago Candelaria officiating. Pallbearers will be Robert Vogel and Jorge Munoz, Jr, French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd, NE.
        Published on: Mon November 09, 1998

Navarette -- Rosemary Navarette, 37, passed away November 6, 1998. She was born in Carlsbad, NM. Rosemary is survived by her parents Asencion (Chon) and Emma Navarette of Albuquerque; brothers, Hector Navarette and wife, Linda, Daniel Navarette, Jerry Navarette and wife, Anette, all of Albuquerque; and several nieces and nephews and other relatives. A Rosary will be recited on Monday at 7:00 p.m. at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. A Mass will be celebrated Tuesday at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church at 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements by Riverside Funeral Care Center and Hillcrest Funeral Home 265-5959.
        Published on: Mon November 09, 1998

Orr -- A. Harris Orr, age 85, a resident of Albuquerque for over 40 years, passed away on Wednesday, November 4, 1998. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, November 9, 1998, at 2:00 p.m. in the Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE, with Minister Bruce Thweatt officiating. Memorial contributions may be made in his name to the Albuquerque Christian Children's Home, 5700 Winter Haven Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE, in charge of arrangements.
        Published on: Mon November 09, 1998

Portillo -- Ms. Dellia E. Portillo, 36, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on November 6, 1998. Dellia is survived by her parents, Ramiro and Elisa Portillo; two sisters; Concha Portillo and Dolores Lyke and husband, Tony; nine brother, Ramiro Portillo, Jr., Manuel Portillo, Alex Portillo, Juan Portillo, Bernie Portillo, Jose Portillo and wife, Liz, Greg Portillo, Pat Portillo and Carlos Portillo; two nieces, Angel and Elisa; five nephews, Nicholas, Vincent, Ada, Julius and Joshua; many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Dellia was a member of the catholic church. Visitation will be Tuesday evening after 6:30 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors dr., SW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. A second visitation will be Wednesday evening from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the Sacred Heart church, 412 Stover, SW, with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m.. Final visitation will be Thursday morning in the Sacred Heart Church from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m., father Moore Celebrant. Interment will follow in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Dellia's nine brothers, Ramiro Jr., Manuel, Alex, Juan, Bernie, Jose, Greg, Pat, Carlos and her brother-in-law, Tony Lyke. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Dr., SW in charge of arrangements.
        Published on: Mon November 09, 1998

Rothchild -- Claire Rothchild, a resident of Rio Rancho for 20 years, passed away on November 6, 1998. She was preceded in death by her husband Max Rothchild. She is survived by her daughter, Arlene Caputo and husband, Joseph of Rio Rancho; her son, Gary Rothchild also of Rio Rancho; her grandson, Paul Caputo and wife, Ruby of Rio Rancho, her grandson, Bob Caputo and wife, Janet of Carlsbad, CA, her grandson, John Caputo and wife, Mary of Vista, CA; her granddaughter, Roseann McKee of Rio Rancho. She is also survived by 14 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice or to the Alzheimer's Association. (1330 San Pedro NE #205 Albuquerque, NM 87110). Services will be held in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary on Monday November 9, 1998 at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, 4310 Sara Rd. Rio Rancho, NM 892-9920.
        Published on: Mon November 09, 1998

Vigil -- Visitation for Mr. Frank R. Vigil will be Monday evening in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Dr., SW from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Mr. Pat Cordova. Final visitation will be Tuesday morning in the Holy Family Church, 562 Atrisco SW from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. was Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m., Father Jack, Celebrant. Committal service will follow in the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 12:30 p.m. Gabaldon Mortuary in charge of arrangements.
        Published on: Mon November 09, 1998