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SANCHEZ -- Victor C. Sanchez, 92 years old, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 23, 2006 at 7:15 a.m. at Ladera Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Burial will take place at the San Jose de Armijo Cemetery, Tuesday, January 2, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. Free from suffering, you're in paradise now. God Bless You Victor, WE LOVE YOU! Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
        Published on: Tue January 02, 2007

TAFOYA -- Andrew (Drew) B. Tafoya, age 36, beloved son, brother, and grandson, passed away as a result of an accident in California, where he was currently residing. A Rosary will be recited this evening at 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Church in Bernalillo. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Funeral Services were entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
        Published on: Tue January 02, 2007

ARMIJO -- DAN. V. Mr. Dan V. Armijo, 57, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on December 31, 2006, at home. Mr. Armijo is survived by his two sons, Nathan Armijo and wife, Angie and Tim (Timmy) Stevens and wife, Cindy and their daughter, Mattie; his sister, Carmen Armijo; his brother, Jake Armijo and wife, Sandra; two grandchildren, Nathan Jr. and Lucas; his companion, Jan Corona; nieces, Denise and Theresa; his nephews, Jacob and Aaron; many cousins and friends. Dan was preceded in death by his parents, Jacob and Matiana (Mattie) Armijo. Visitation will be Friday, January 5, 2007, from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Church, 300 Mildred NW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Final visitation will be Saturday morning from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. at the Church with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. A Committal Service will be Monday, January 8, 2007, at the Santa Fe National Cemetery, time to be announced. Pallbearers will be Jacob Armijo, Tim Stevens, Aaron Armijo, Louie Gonzales, Richard Baca, and Vincent Cordova. Honorary pallbearers will be Mike Cisnerso and Ernest (Cookie) Lopez. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
        Published on: Wed January 03, 2007

BACA -- Eustacio Baca died Sunday, December 24, 2006 in Albuquerque at the age of 75. Funeral Services will take place on Wednesday, January 3, 2007 at San Jose Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
        Published on: Wed January 03, 2007

BORGELT -- Veronica Tarango-Borgelt, 59, beloved wife, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away in Albuquerque on December 27, 2006. following a long illness. She slipped away peacefully in her sleep attended by her husband. She faced her long illness with amazing strength, grace, courage, and dignity that deeply touched all who knew her. Ronnie is deeply missed by all of us that loved her so much. Born in Gallup, NM, on December 13, 1947, Ronnie was a graduate of Gallup High School, class of 1965. She worked for Rollie Mortuary; Schuelke & Head, Attorneys at Law; United Nuclear Corp, Churchrock unit; Cibola County Sheriff's Office, and Magistrate Court in Grants, NM. She had been a resident of Cibola County since 1982, living near Bluewater Village. Ronnie loved to garden and arrange flowers. She loved animals and was devoted to her pets. She never failed to feed or nurse the strays that often turned up on our doorstep. She is survived by her husband, Mark Borgelt; brothers, George Lloyd, Kenneth Lloyd, John Lloyd, and David Schmaltz. She was preceded in death by her mother Jenny Moreno-Schmaltz; father Richard Tarango and brother David Gonzales. Ronnie's Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 6, 2007, at 2:00 PM at San Ysidro Catholic Church, 5005 Corrales Rd, Corrales, NM. Her family will receive friends and relatives for lunch in the Parish hall after mass. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donation be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, 5005 LBJ Fwy, Ste 250, Dallas, TX 75244.
        Published on: Wed January 03, 2007

BOYDEN -- Robert Winfield Boyden, 55, a longtime resident of Albuquerque died on Thursday, December 28, 2006. He is survived by his sister, Betty Boyden-Campbell, of Albuquerque; his nephew, Rob Campbell and wife April and their children, Dillon and Dayton. Also surviving is his uncle, Nathan Lambert of Williams, AZ; cousins, Diane Morgan and her family and Jim Wesson. Bob is preceded in death by his parents, Lt. Col. (RET.) Clair Boyden and Jean Boyden and nephew, Jon Eric Campbell. He was an active member in many organizations. He retired from Sandia National Labs after approximately 25 years of service. Services are pending, and will be announced at a later time. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
        Published on: Wed January 03, 2007

BRIGGS -- Herbert R. Briggs, 86, peacefully left this earth surrounded by family members on Wednesday, December 20, 2006 after a very brief illness. He was preceded in death by Aileen, his wife of 38 years. He is survived by his brother, William C. Briggs of Albuquerque; son, Randy Briggs; and daughter, JoAnn Briggs, both of Albuquerque; grandchildren: Royce and Derek Briggs, and Jacinda and Danielle Wortman; nephew, Chris Briggs, wife, Pat and children; nephew, Charles Briggs, wife, Clara and children. A lifelong resident and second generation Albuquerquean, Herb was born December 8, 1920. He graduated from Albuquerque High School, attended Northwestern University and graduated from the University of New Mexico. Music was his passion in life from a very early age. From traveling the state selling musical instruments for May's Music Co., to being a drummer in the U.S. Army marching band, a concert percussionist in the NM Symphony Orchestra, nearly everything he ventured into in life involved music. He opened the first retail high fidelity store in the region, even prior to the advent of stereo. He and Aileen owned and operated the Hi-Fi House on Monte Vista near UNM for over 35 years. He wired and installed sound equipment at Johnson Gym, Tingley Coliseum, UNM Stadium, and together they served the music and audio needs of area residents in a caring and personal manner. He was a strong supporter of the arts in the community. Herb was on the board of Planned Parenthood and sang with a Seniors Group that performed at retirement homes. As an active member of The Rotary Club of Albuquerque for 52 years, Herb was a recipient of their highest international honor, the Paul Harris Fellow Award. Those who knew Herb appreciated his positive attitude and exuberance for life and learning. Herb "beat" and truly "lived" the rhythm of life! A Memorial Service will be held Friday, January 5, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at the Alumni Memorial Chapel, The University of New Mexico Campus (505-277-5808). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Herb's name to the scholarship fund at Hummingbird Music Camp, 104 Hummingbird Lane, Jemez Springs, NM - 87025.
        Published on: Wed January 03, 2007

CAIN -- Donald R. Cain, 66, longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away on December 29, 2006 after a long illness. Services will be held on January 4, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at Steed Todd Chapel in Clovis, NM, with burial to follow at Hollene cemetery. Don was born on June 18, 1940 in Kaufman, TX to the late Tom and Jimmie Mae Cain. Don married Anita Rierson on February 22, 1959. In 1996 they moved to Conchas Dam, NM where Don retired after 29 years as chief mechanic for PNM. Don was preceded in death by four brothers and three sisters. Don is survived by his wife, Anita of Conchas Dam; children, Deanna Scarton and husband, Les of Albuquerque, Steve Cain of Rio Rancho, Jeff Cain and wife, Leslie of Longveiw, TX, Ronnie Cain and girlfriend, Lorraine of Conchas Dam, Cara Gregory and husband, Peter of Albuquerque; ten grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Helping Hands Hospice, 615 South Second St., Tucumcari, NM 88401.
        Published on: Wed January 03, 2007

COMER -- Rosa E. Comer, born December 22, 1911 in Chanute, Kansas, died on December 31, 2006 in Albuquerque, NM. She was a resident of Ft. Myers, FL and Albuquerque. She is survived by Edwin Comer, husband of 68 years; son and daughter-in-law, John and Bonnie Comer of Roseville, MN; granddaughter, Kristin Luse and two great grandchildren, Jake and Vicki. She loved life and being with her many friends. She was a member of Four Hills CC. A private service will be held. Memorials may be sent to Salvation Army.
        Published on: Wed January 03, 2007

DAVIS -- Frank Edwin Davis, 88, devoted husband and loving father, passed away Friday, December 29, 2006, after a year long battle with cancer. He was preceded in death in 1998 by his loving wife of 57 years, Jennie Lee Davis. He is survived by his son, William B. Davis and fiancee, Janet Lyden of Albuquerque; his beloved daughter, Beverly Beebe and son-in-law, Elmer Beebe; grandsons, Timothy Beebe, Lloyd Beebe, both of Albuquerque and Stewart Beebe; granddaughters, Laura Weaver, and Shawna Gold all of West Virginia; 15 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter. Frank was born in 1918 in Cimarron, NM into a northern New Mexico pioneer family, which included his father, William B. Davis, his son's namesake, who was the sheriff of Colfax County for much of the 1920s and '30s, and later a well known businessman in Springer, NM. Frank returned this Labor Day to Cimarron for Cimarron Days to see his birth place and childhood home for the last time. He and Jennie Lee called Albuquerque their home both before and after World War II, where they raised their two children, Bill and Beverly. For the past 16 months, Frank aka Poncho was a resident of La Vida Llena Life Care Center in Albuquerque, which he fondly called "the ranch." Frank served with honor in WWII and was a disabled veteran and retired Santa Fe Rail Road conductor. Having both retired in their early sixties, Frank and Jennie Lee had 17 good years of traveling the world on many trips. However, they most liked their many camping trips with their RV Club, the Manzanita Sams. Frank was a devout Christian and member of the First Baptist Church of Rio Rancho, although he most recently attended the weekly Vespers Services at La Vida Llena during the time of his residency. In spite of his rapidly progressing disease, he spread hope, good cheer, and joy to other residents and staff alike. His family, many friends, and LVL staff will greatly miss his daily greeting of "What's cooking?" which provoked many a smile and a multitude of humorous responses. Frank's positive attitude, loving, and generous spirit as well as his courage and triumphs in overcoming his many ongoing health issues brought hope and encouragement to everyone around him. He was truly an inspiration to all that knew him and loved him. He enjoyed his final Christmas at "the ranch" surrounded by his family and friends. Give us that little wave, go with God, and at last, be in good health and peace, Daddy. We love you, and have faith that we will see you and mother again some day. Contributions may be made in his name to either the La Vida Llena Foundation, 10501 Lagrima de Oro NE, 87111, which assists other less fortunate elderly residents to pay their healthcare costs, or the American Cancer Society of Albuquerque, Attn: Lorraine West, 10501 Montgomery Blvd. NE, Suite 300, 87111. Services will be held Friday, January 5, 2007, 11:00 a.m., at Del Norte Baptist Church, 5800 Montgomery Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Thursday, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Wed January 03, 2007