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Gurulé -- Reuben (Lee) Gurulé, passed unto Jesus peacefully on Wednesday, October 30, 2002. Lee was born in Albuquerque on July 27, 1941. He was a popular and well-respected Executive Chef in Albuquerque and Massachusetts. Most recently as a Chef and Skilled Trainer with the Cracker Barrel Restaurant. Lee leaves to mourn his passing, his beloved and devoted wife, Linda L. Gurulé, his two sons, Craig Lee Gurulé and fiancée, Micheline Demers, and Christopher Lee Gurulé. Lee is also survived by his two sisters-in-law and spouses, Frances and James Fachko of W. Seneca, NY and Patricia and Douglas Dash of Salem, MA. His sister and spouse, Stella and Victor Bernson of Manchester, MA. Also, many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Lee was pre-deceased by his loving parents, Federico and Attilana (Brito) Gurulé; his loving parents-in-law, Francis and Eva Kilderry; and two special nephews, William Bernson and Douglas Dale Dash. Lee was a gracious and gentle man who touched the hearts of all who knew and met him. His trademark perpetual smile will always be with us. He was a devoted son, husband, father, brother and friend. He loved everyone and was loved by all. Lee was a communicant of Church of the Risen Savior. He was involved in Little League Baseball for many years serving as Coach and President of the American League at Mile High. The family wishes to thank Doctors Barbara McAneny, Daniel Shibuya, Steven Bush, Barry Ramo and Kathleen Blake for their relentless care. Also, the staff at Presbyterian Hospital, Kaseman Presbyterian Cancer Center, NM Heart Institute and the Oncology Nurses at NM Cancer Center. A GOLDEN HEART STOPPED BEATING, HARD WORKING HANDS TO REST, GOD BROKE OUR HEARTS TO PROVE TO US, HE ONLY TAKES THE BEST. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Lee's life will be held Monday, November 4, 2002, at 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Gutierrez -- Final viewing for Ms. Gregorita Gutierrez will be Monday from 9:00 a.m. to 9:50 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, where the Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Placitas Catholic Cemetery. Funeral services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW (505) 898-3160
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Lucero -- Lucy Lucero, 80, went home to be with the Lord on November 22, 2002. She was born on March 6, 1922 in Los Alamos, NM. Mrs. Lucero was preceded in death by her husband, Celestino Lucero and her daughter, Priscilla Cordova. She is survived her two sons, Tommy Lucero and wife, JoAnn and Raymond Lucero and wife, Diane; two daughters Cathy Campos and husband, Mike and Theresa Romero and husband, Michael; two brothers, John Montoya and Clyde Montoya; one sister, Alby Rodriguez and husband, Rick; 12 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Mrs. Lucero will be deeply missed by her loving family. Visitations will be held on Tuesday morning from 9:00 a.m. till 10:00 a.m. with a funeral service to follow at 10:00 a.m. in the chapel of Alameda Mortuary. Interment will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Dale Massey, Ray Lucero, Chris Romero, Tony Romero, Fabian Gutierrez and Jay Franco. Services are in the care of: Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth St. NW 898-3160
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Martinez -- Funeral Services for Mr. Ismael"Mike" B. Martinez will be held on Monday at Holy Family Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m., with visitation beginning at 8:30 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Mendez -- Maria Del Socorro Rojas Mendez, age 76, and a resident of Albuquerque for 31 years, died, October 31, 2002. Survivors include her daughters, Maria R. Mendez of Albuquerque, Martina E. Fuentevilla of Bosque Farms, Josie M. Tafoya of Albuquerque, and Norma F. Hopkins of Phoenix; son, Victor G. Mendez of Albuquerque; she is also survived by five sisters and two brothers all of Mexico; 15 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. The family wishes to extend special thanks to Roy Moya, Joe Tafoya, Sandra Vigil, Juan Fuentevilla and Mark Sanchez for their continual support of Maria. A rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 6, 2002 at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary 5415 Fortuna Rd. NW. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, November 7, 2002 also at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary. Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE is handling her arrangements.
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Nieves -- Trujillo Nieves June 22, 1961 - November 4, 2001 We will never forget the fourth of November, the day our lives changed forever. It was chaos, family and friends crying, for a part of us was also dying. We don't believe you were ready to go, but the answer to this we will never know. We still see your beautiful smile and face, and know your always near we feel your embrace. Love you always! Your sis, Candy and family.
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Rios -- Josephine Rios died Friday at the age of 70. She had worked for A.P.S. for a number of years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Crispin D. Rios and is survived by two son,s Cris Rios, Jr and Danial Rios and JoAnne; one daughter, Rachel Valenzuela and husband, Sammy; one sister, Frances Parra and eight grandchildren, Cris III, Audrie, Jennifer, Alisha, Michelle, Joshua, Sammy Jr, and Jason. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at the Salazar and Sons Mortuary Floral Chapel at 9:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe. A rosary will be recited Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. at the Salazar and Sons Mortuary 400 3rd St. SW.
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Romero -- David Samson Romero passed onto Jesus peacefully on Friday, November 1, 2002. David was born in Albuquerque on September 14, 1960. We have lost someone dear to us; a son, brother, uncle, and good friend. He is survived by his parents, John and Pauline Romero; one brother, Nelson and wife, Mona Romero; two sisters, Diana and husband, Edward Chavez, and Carmen Romero; 11 nieces; three nephews, relatives, and friends. Pallbearers will be Jose Louis Villegas, Anthony Griego, Richard Nieto, Joe Garcia, Marty Garcia, and Tony Cordova. An evening service will be held Tuesday at the Salazar & Sons Mortuary at 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held Wednesday 10:00 a.m. at the Powerhouse Church of God located at 6235 Churchill Road. SW. Burrial will follow at the San Jose De Armijo Cemetery. Arrangements by the Salazar& Sons Mortuary 400 3rd St. SW.
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Saavedra -- In Loving Memory ofJUANITO S. SAAVEDRABORN: November 4, 1922 DIED: November 19, 2000HAPPY BIRTHDAY DAD THINKING OF YOU TODAYJust taking a precious moment To keep in touch and to let you know You are missed so much and that We love you with all our hearts. We Wish you could be here with us Dad. Our peace is that you are above With our beautiful mother. You are Both in heaven. God Bless You.Love, Gloria, Bobbie, Juanito Jr., Elsa, Michael and Dennis. Your Grandchildren and Great-grandchildren
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Sandoval -- In loving memory of our precious daughter and sister; now our"sweetie" angel:LISA MARIE SANDOVAL June 28,1994 - November 4 1999The Cord Author UnknownWe are connected my child and I, by an invisible cord not seen by the eye.It's not like the cord that connects us 'til birth. This cord can't be seen by any on Earth.This cord does it's work right from the start. It binds us together attached to my heart.I know that it's there though no one can see the invisible cord from my child to me.The strength of this cord, it's hard to describe. It can't be destroyed. It can't be denied.It's stronger than any cord man could create. It withstands the test, can hold any weight.And though you are gone, though you're not here with me, the cord is still there, but no one can see.It pulls at my heart. I am bruised...I am sore, but this cord is my lifeline as never before.I am thankful that God connects us this way. A mother and a child, Death can't take away!Love, Mommy Lisa Marie, we love and miss you with all our hearts. Not a day goes by without thoughts of you.Love, Dada, big brother Eric, and little brother Jacob.
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Tafoya -- Ruby"Jane" Tafoya, 63, a resident of Albuquerque since 1968, passed away on November 1, 2002. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Louis Tafoya of Albuquerque; three sons, Tomas Tafoya and wife, Kelly of Painesville, OH, Jeffrey Tafoya and wife, Tillie of Roswell, NM and Andres Tafoya of Albuquerque; two daughters, Elena Trotter and husband, Abran of Albuquerque and Teresa Lucero and husband, Joe of Albuquerque; five grandchildren, Olivia Tafoya of Roswell, Maria and Sara Tafoya of Painesville, OH, Michael Trotter of Albuquerque and Ryan Lucero of Albuquerque; niece, Leisha Andrews of North Carolina. Ruby is preceded in death by her parents, Clyde Andrews and Norma Evelyn Bates; and a brother, Thurman Andrews. Ruby was a member of Friendship Baptist Church. She was very active in the community and she was also a member of the West Mesa Neighborhood Association & Crime Prevention Committee Chairperson, and of the Albuquerque Police Department COP-NET. She was very active in the West Mesa Little League in the 1970's and 1980's. She was also a strong advocate in support of passage of the"Megan's Law" by the state legislature. Service will take place on Tuesday, November 5, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. at Friendship Baptist Church, 1200 Atrisco SW with Pastor Leonard Apodaca officiating. Burial will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. Friends may visit French Mortuary - Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (3 blocks N. of Paseo del Norte) on Monday from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association of NM for (Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis research) 216 Truman NW, Alb. NM 87108.
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Torres -- Candelario S. Torres, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle, passed away on November 1, 2002 after a brief illness. He is preceded in death by his son, Donald, his stepson, Billy Lara and a grandson; his brothers, Max, Henry and Eugene"Gene" Torres; sisters, Lola Griego and Alice Trujillo. He was born in Monticello, NM on December 15, 1918, the sixth of seven children of Emilio and Juanita Sanchez Torres. He is survived by his loving wife, Eva Romero Lara Torres; two children, Ronald Torres and Cori Hodgson, both of Albuquerque, NM; stepsons, Bobby Lara of Socorro, NM; brother, Louis Torres of Albuquerque; 24 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. Many loving nieces and nephews who will dearly miss him also survive him. Rosary was recited on Sunday, November 3, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. at San Miguel Catholic Church in Socorro. Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, November 4, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. at San Miguel with Father John Daniel as Celebrant. Interment will be in the San Miguel Cemetery. Pallbearers will be his dear friends and fellow Socorro Warrior Boosters, George Funkhouser, Andy Romero, Manny Marquez, Paul Anaya and Julian Ortega and his nephew, Paul Torres. Friends and family who wish may visit with the family at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Socorro immediately following the burial. Arrangements by Steadman-Hall Funeral Home, 309 Garfield, Socorro, NM.
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