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SENA -- Manuel D. "Gordo" Sena passed away at the age of 84 on December 21, 2007 after battling lung cancer. He was born to Pablo and Josefa Sena in Pojoaque,NM. Gordo served in the South Pacific during WWII. He was S FE County Sheriff in the 1950's and as he would say "I was the last Republican Sheriff in S Fe". He is survived by his sister, Mary Quintana; wife, Nellie and her children, Stephanie, Rick and Michelle Aragon and Nicole Jackson and husband, Neal; Gordo's children, Marquita, John and his wife, Geneva, Frank and wife, Diane and Stephanie and husband, Keith; grandchildren, Cenissa, Ursula, Melisaa, Anthony, Natalie, Abby, Jordan and Olivia; great-grandchildren, Brennan and Alyssa; and many nieces and nephews. Cremation will take place. Rosary will be at Berardinelli Funeral Home in Santa Fe on December 28, 2007 at 7:00 p.m.. Mass will be Saturday, December 29, 2007 in Pojoaque, NM at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church at 10:00 a.m.
        Published on: Tue December 25, 2007

VAZQUEZ -- Lydia Vazquez, 70, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 23, 2007, surrounded by her family. Lydia was born on September 28, 1937 to Prospero and Herlinda (Vizcaino) Velasquez of Silver City, NM. She graduated from Albuquerque High School. Ms. Vazquez worked for the Social Security Administration. Ms. Vazquez was, also, a member of Iglesia Congregacional Unida (UCC), loved to solve puzzles, make blankets, go camping, fishing and travel. She will be fondly remembered for her deep faith and her love of her family. She was preceded in death by her parents and a son, Ricky Gutierrez, in 1979. She is survived by her husband of 14 years, Emilio C. Artiaga; children, Judy Anaya Castillo and husband, Jesus of Los Lunas, NM, Daniel Gutierrez; Jeanette Gutierrez, and Eileen Gutierrez, all of Albuquerque; 13 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; sisters, Lucille Garcia and Lillian Brown; and numerous nieces, nephews and other family members and friends who will mourn her passing. A Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 27, from 4:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. at the Palm Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services, 1100 Coal Ave SE. The Funeral Service will be held on Friday, December 28, at 11:00 A.M. also at the Palm Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services. Ms. Vazquez will be laid to rest at Sunset Memorial Park, Albuquerque. Reverend Daniel Erdman will preside over the services. Pallbearers will be Pablo Cordova, Alex Hernandez, Rito Alarcon, Cesar Alarcon, Jacob Anaya, and Patrick Chavez. Services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800 www.danielsfuneral.com
        Published on: Tue December 25, 2007

WELDON -- Eleanor Weldon, 89, passed away peacefully of natural causes on Saturday, December 22, 2007, with her daughter and son-in-law by her side. She is survived by her daughter, Ann M. Terpak of Albuquerque; sons, John (Jack) J. Weldon of Pittsfield, MA and Peter C. Weldon of Satellite Beach, FL; seven grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph J. Weldon of Pittsfield, MA. Eleanor was a member of the Shrine of St. Bernadette. Funeral services will be held at St. Charles Church in Pittsfield, MA on Saturday, December 29, 2007. Interment will follow at Garfield Cemetery in Stephentown, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Heritage Home Healthcare and Hospice, 1700 Louisiana Blvd. NE, 87110. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 505.275.3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Tue December 25, 2007

WRIGHT -- Lorenzo M. "Ervin" Wright, 86, began his peaceful journey to reunite with his loved ones on Saturday, December 22, 2007. Lorenzo was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Rose, on Tuesday, December 5, 2006. Also preceding him in death were his sons, Clarence and Steve Wright; his daughters, Edwina Wright Chavez and Darling Wright. He is survived by his children, Ervin Wright, Raymond Wright and wife, Sharon, Liz Wright and husband, Leo Torres, and Joseph Wright, all from Albuquerque, and Cassandra Charles and husband, Mike, from Deer Park, WA; beloved Pancha, his chihuahua; 14 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his in-laws, Gillie and Cathy Castillo of Albuquerque, Virginia and Dewey Buck of Carlsbad, CA, Trini Castillo, Matias and Mary Castillo of Victorville, CA, and Rosita Gabaldon of Los Lunas; many nieces and nephews; and extended family and friends. Special thanks to all the employees from Vista Care Hospice who took care of him during these trying times. Viewing will be held Wednesday, December 26, 2007, 6:00 p.m. followed by the Holy Rosary at 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. A Funeral Mass will be held Thursday, December 27, 2007, 1:00 p.m., at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Matthew Trujillo, Ray Wright, Jr., Thomas Wright, Juan Rodriguez, Antonio Torres, and Rorey Nichols. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Vista Care Hospice, 5639 Jefferson Street NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87109. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Tue December 25, 2007

ATENCIO -- Gilbert Atencio passed away at his home Sunday, December 23, 2007. He was 94 years old. Gilbert was born in La Madera in northern New Mexico. He was a capable and talented individual. As a young man he worked for the Civilian Conservation Corp in New Mexico and Arizona. He retired from Sandia National Laboratories, where he was employed from February 1951 until July 1978. Before his employment with Sandia, he was employed by Los Alamos National Laboratories. Gilbert was a devoted husband and loving father who will be profoundly missed. He was preceded in death by his wife of sixty years, Rose Candelaria Atencio. He is survived by his siblings, Dora Ortiz, Roy Atencio, and Eloy Atencio; his children, Priscilla Lovato, Lydia Vittitow and husband, Bill, Viola Atencio and husband, Leland Byers, and his son, Gilbert Louis Atencio; his grandchildren, Monique, Martin, Norah, Marc, Michael, Richard, Peter, Julie, Brian, and Matthew; and his great-grandchildren, Creede, Manny, Olivia Rose, Andres, Vanessa, Taylor, Alec, Christian, Joseph, Justin, Ben, Noah, Jacob, Emery, and Anika. Visitations will be held Thursday, December 27, 2007 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Carlisle Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services, with a Rosary to follow at 7:00 p.m. also in the chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, December 28, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery, where Gilbert will be laid to rest beside his loving wife, Rose. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 3113 Carlisle Blvd, NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 505-884-1188 www.danielsfuneral.com
        Published on: Wed December 26, 2007

BACA -- Carlos Manuel Baca, born on January 25, 1953, went to be with the Lord, Thursday, December 20, 2007. He was preceded in death by his mother, Dolorita; his father, Reynaldo Lalo; brothers, Reynaldo Jr., Eloy, and Jose; his sister-in-law, Dolores Baca; and his brothers-in-law, Ben Serbin and Ben Sandoval. Carlos is survived by his sisters, Adelina (Lena), Rosina, Rita and husband, George, Lydia and husband, Larry, and Rachel. Also surviving are his brothers, Adolfo (Al) and wife, Flora, Raymond, Anthony (Tony) and wife, Lisa, Robert and wife, Ann. Carlos served his country proudly in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He was retired from Kirtland Air Force Base. A Rosary for Carlos will be recited Thursday, December 27, 2007, at 5:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Church, in Bernalillo, NM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, December 28, 2007, at Our Lady of Sorrows Church. Pallbearers will be Benito Serbin, Jr., Andrew Sandoval, Gabriel Montano, Larry Montano, Jr., Raymond Baca, and Tony Baca. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to Dr. Alan Firestone; and to La Luz Hospice for the loving care and attention given to Carlos. Funeral Services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth Street, NW 898-3160 www.danielsfuneral.com
        Published on: Wed December 26, 2007

BACA -- Josie M. Baca, 90, died December 21, 2007. She is survived by her son, Le Roy Vaughn; grandsons, Adam Vaughn and wife, Denine Morelos-Vaughn, and Royce Vaughn; great-grandchildren, Marisa, Estevan and Jenika; sisters, Adela, Manuela and Mary Jane. Josie was preceded in death by her two brothers, George and Manuel; sisters, Tulita and Terri; parents, Massimo and Adela Baca, her daughter, Lorraine Garza and grandson, Le Roy Vaughn II. Josie was a loving mom and grandmother and will be greatly missed. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, December 26, 2007, 7:00 pm at St. Anne's Parish, 1400 Arenal SW, with visitation one hour prior to rosary. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, December 27, 2007, 11:00 am, also at St. Anne's Parish with burial to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Wed December 26, 2007

CHINTIS -- Nicholas Chintis, 90, of Silver City, passed away in Tucson, AZ December 13, 2007. Memorial Services will be 10:00 a.m. Friday December 28, 2007 at Bright Funeral Home with Reverend Karl Giese officiating. Interment will follow at Ft. Bayard National Cemetery with full Military Honors by American Legion Post #18 and VFW Post #3347. Mr. Chintis was born May 26, 1917 in Chicago, IL. He was the son of Peter and Sophie (Sarafin) Chintis. He is survived by one sister, Rose Ruff; one brother ,Tom Chintis; two sons, Michael W. Chintis; Dr. Steven B. Chintis; two step-sons, Dougan Anderson; Dr. Jonathon Anderson; three grandchildren, Candice Jacob; Alan Chintis and Andy Chintis; and six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Mark Alan Chintis; his wife of twenty years, Winifred Watkins Chintis and his wife of forty-three years, Jeanne Anderson Chintis. After graduating from Hammond High School with numerous athletic achievements, he was recruited by two recently hired coaches (Ray Brancheau and Kenneth Gunning) and moved to Silver City where he enrolled in New Mexico State Teachers College. There he played basketball on the storied team that beat the Jackie Robinson lead UCLA Bruins in 1940. Football was probably his best sport. He was inducted in Western New Mexico University Hall of Fame in 1988, based on his two All Conference years in 1939 and 1940. During WWII, he and many of his college friends joined the National Guard. After training at Ft. Bliss Army Base, the famed"200th" was deployed to the Philippines to defend Clark Field Air Base against the impending Japanese invasion. This defense against all likely chances of success has been the basis of many books and military accounts. They were forced to surrender to the Japanese and the Bataan Death march ensued. He was a POW for three and one half years. The atrocities of the Bataan Death March are well known and Nick was instrumental in providing testimony on behalf of the U. S. Government during the war crime trials. This experience shaped the remainder of Nick's life. He was decorated with a Bronze Star, two Presidential Unit Citations and a Purple Heart and honorably discharged from the Army as a Staff Sergeant. Returning to his beloved Grant County, he became a leader in the public education system starting as a junior high teacher in Bayard in 1948. He then became supervisor of Grant County Schools from 1951-1953 and on to Western New Mexico University in may director level positions including: Director of Alumni, Placement, Financial Aids and Scholarships and Admissions. One of his favorite jobs involved high school relations and student recruitment. Over the years he developed many friends and was responsible for recruiting many students to Western New Mexico University. His educational accomplishments included a BS in Education, MS in Administration and MS in Guidance and Counseling. Mr. Chintis loved New Mexico and all it had to offer. He married a local girl before the war, Winifred Watkins, and gave his total effort to improving education in Grant County while raising a family of three boys. In 1963 he married Jeanne Anderson and the "yours-mine-ours" family was born. Nick and Jeanne remained devoted to each other until death and toured the world taking pictures and entertaining their family with travel stories. He will be remembered by all as a generous, caring person who loved his family and friends and served his country and community with honor. Bright Funeral Home is in charge of local arrangements.
        Published on: Wed December 26, 2007

EGUCHI -- Harriet Y. Eguchi, 90, passed away on December 24, 2007. She will be missed by all who knew her. Arrangements are under the care and direction of: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd, NE Albuquerque, NM 87103 (505) 821-0010 www.danielsfuneral.com
        Published on: Wed December 26, 2007

GURULE -- Bertha E. Gurule went home to be with the Lord on December 21, 2007 at the age of 74. She was born on July 31, 1933, to Benigno and Raquel Chavez in Vallecitos, New Mexico. Bertha was a very sharing and creative woman who enjoyed sewing, crocheting and gardening. She was preceded in death by her son, Gerald Gurule and her daughter, Rebecca Gurule. Bertha is survived by her husband of 59 years, Frank B. Gurule; her 11 children: Arnold Gurule, Eileen Johnson and husband, Robert, Frank E. Gurule, Daniel Gurule, John Gurule and wife, Blanca, Rosalie Salgado and husband, Juan, Rick Gurule, Carol Gurule, Paul Gurule and wife, Cissi, Elizabeth Gurule, and David R. Gurule. She is also survived by her siblings; Cristobal Chavez and wife, Julie, Charlotte Martinez and husband, Lorenzo, and Tillie Sandoval and husband, Don; along with her 31 grandchildren; 50 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. She will be missed by all. Visitations will be held on Thursday, December 27, 2007 between 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. in the 8th Street Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services-Garcia Mortuary with a Prayer Service to follow at 7:00 p.m. Final visitations will be held on Friday, December 28, 2007 between 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. at the Friendship Baptist Church with a Funeral Service to follow at 10:00 a.m. Interment for Bertha will be held at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. Pallbearers will be David Gurule, Paul Gurule, Gerald Gurule, Lawrence Tenorio, Rosalie Salgado, and Ricardo Gonzales. Honorary pallbearers will be Ray Sanchez and JJ Kean. Funeral Services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. S.W. 243-5222 www.danielsfuneral.com
        Published on: Wed December 26, 2007