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BACA -- Priscilla R. Baca, 66, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on March 23, 2008, Easter Sunday, to be with the Lord. Miss Baca is survived by her sisters, Dolores Padilla and Anna Mae Baca; nephews, Ricardo Padilla, Rafael Baca, and Arthur Baca; nieces, Yolanda Hall and husband, Howard, and Lupe Dragich and husband, David; many grandnieces, grandnephews, cousins and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, Alberto and Josefita Baca; brother, Major Ray Baca; sister-in-law, Victoria Baca; sister, Viola Baca; brother-in-law, Celso Padilla; and nephew, Michael Padilla. Miss Baca was a member of the Catholic Church, the Catholic Daughters, an Auxillary member of The Legion of Mary, and a Eucharistic Minister. She also sang in the St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church Choir. Priscilla retired from the New Mexico Department of Motor Vehicle after thirty years of service. Visitation was held Tuesday, March 25, 2008, at 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna Rd. NW. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. by the Legion of Mary. Final visitation will be at 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church with Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 9:00 a.m. with Father Joel Garner, presider. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Rafael Baca, Arthur Baca, Ricardo Padilla, Rosalie Sanchez, Ponciano Marquez, and Steve Flores. Honorary pallbearers will be Father Roberto Fenzl, Demetrio Barela, Lorenzo Sanchez, and Fidel Rodriguez. Arrangements by Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
        Published on: Wed March 26, 2008

CASTILLO -- Randy December 18, 1950- March 26, 2002 Dear son, brother, and friend. Wow, six years have gone by without you. There are still days that seem impossible to get through but some how, some way we keep going. People say things get better with time, but you see, life sucks without you!! There is such an emptiness that just won't go away. No matter how hard we all try to let go, some of us can't, because you brought so much joy to our lives and our hearts. It's just hard to accept you being gone. Until we see you on the other side. We love you and miss you more than any words can ever express. Your mom, sisters, Ziggy, and friends
        Published on: Wed March 26, 2008

CHRONIS -- Harold Chronis was called to his heavenly home on March 23, 2008. Harold was born January 18, 1921 at Arpin, Wisconsin. He received his education at Arpin and attended St. Andrews College at Berrien Springs, Michigan until the entry of the United States into World War II. On April 14, 1943 Harold married Iris Rasmussen. During the war, Harold served as a Combat Medic in the U.S. Army, 1st Infantry Division in the European Theater of Operations. He was Honorable Discharged October 29, 1945 at Fort Sheridan, Illinois with the rank of Staff Sergeant. Harold worked as a Production Manager at Chrysler Marine Corporation in Hartford, Wisconsin for thirty-one years before his retirement in 1984. In 1989, Harold and his wife Iris moved to Rio Rancho, New Mexico. At the time of his death, Harold was a member of Calvary Lutheran Church in Rio Rancho and held the office of Financial Secretary for six years, and American Legion Post 118 in Rio Rancho. Harold was preceded in death by his parents, and brothers Clifford, Marvin (Bud), and Walter. He is further survived by his wife Iris of Rio Rancho and twin sons James (Sharon) of Sought, Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Charles of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Harold was cremated. Memorial services will be determined at a later date. Arrangements are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 2400 Southern Blvd SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-891-9192 www.danielsfuneral.com
        Published on: Wed March 26, 2008

CONTRERAS -- Josie Contreras, 91, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, went to be with the Lord on March 24, 2008. Ms. Contreras was born on July 20, 1916 in Peralta NM. She is preceded in death by her husband, George Contreras in 1993; a brother and four sisters. She is survived by her daughter, Margie Garcia; three sons, Johnny Contreras, Florencio Contreras, and Joe Contreras; 13 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandchild. The Rosary will be recited at 7:00 PM on Thursday, March 27, 2008 at the Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services, 717 Stover Ave SW. A Communion Service will be held on Friday, March 28th, at 10:00 AM at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church 820 Broadway Blvd SE. Interment will follow at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 717 Stover Ave SW Albuquerque, NM 87102 505-243-5222
        Published on: Wed March 26, 2008

DE HERERRA -- Margaret "Gigi" My dear daughter, Not a day goes by that I don't think about you, it seems just like yesterday that you left us, how much I miss you so.. Love you your mom, Rose
        Published on: Wed March 26, 2008

DECKER -- Beatrice "Bea" L. Decker, 79, a lifetime resident of Albuquerque, went to meet her Savior Easter Sunday, March 23, 2008. She is survived by her children, Paula Reno and husband, Randolph, Rick Decker and partner, Paul Winters, and Pati Callahan and husband, Pat; grandchildren, Lisa Sanchez and husband, Robert, Sara Nall, Carlos Trujillo; great-grandchildren Anthony, Christian, and Makenzie Sanchez; brother, Fred Foster and wife, Pat, of West Monroe, LA; and sister-in-law, Frances Foster, of Pueblo, CO; brother-in-law, Arnold Decker, of Albuquerque; and lots of friends and brothers and sisters in the Lord. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard Decker. Bea was devoted to her family and the church and will be missed dearly. Memorial Services will be held Saturday, March 29, 2008, 10:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Private interment of cremated remains will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery Thursday, April 3, 2008. Should friends desire, contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Wed March 26, 2008

FIGUEROA -- Pablo. On March 21, 2008, Pablo Figueroa, 73, of San Antonito went home to be with Our Lord. he is survived by his wife of 52 years, Maria Edwinda; his children, Paul (Leah), Yvonne Williams (Roary), Mary, Luana, Roberta Chavez (Ted), and Marty. He has 17 Grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his son, Felipe Rafael; and his granddaughter, Angel Lynn Sanchez. Rosary will be held Thursday, March 27, 2008, in San Antonio at 7:00 p.m., and the Mass Service will be on Friday, March 28, 2008, at 10:00 a.m.
        Published on: Wed March 26, 2008

FISHER -- Martel J. "Marty" Fisher, age 82, of Rio Rancho, passed away peacefully and joined his wife and daughter, Saturday, March 22, 2008. Marty was a 25-year veteran of the US Navy, serving both in WWII and the Korean War. He was a member of Fleet Reserve Association and a Distinguished Endowment Lifetime member of the NRA. He enjoyed the company of his close friends while hunting, fishing, and camping, enjoying the outdoors. Marty was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He is survived by a son, Jim Fisher and wife, Gisela; daughters, Marlowe Cata and husband, Al, and Mary Barraclough and husband, Tim; eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Maxine, of 56 years; his devoted daughter, Sister Mary Martha; and his loving grandson, Terah. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday, March 27, 2008, at 6:00 p.m., at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 12500 Carmel NE. A Committal Service will be held Friday, March 28, 2008, at 10:30 a.m., at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Carmelite Monastery, 2155 Terry Road, Jackson, MS 39204. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW. (505) 897-0300 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Wed March 26, 2008

FLORES -- Diego Flores, born on May 28, 1921, in Madrid NM to Apolinar and Maria Juana Ynostroza, passed on March 22, 2008. Diego was survived by his children Lydia, Richard, Ray, James, Valerie, and Dylan. Diego is also survived by 16 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. As a young man, Diego survived the great depression, joined the Conservation Core, and went on to earn the Bronze Star serving his country during World War II. Diego married Dorothy on December 30, 1946. Throughout his life, Diego was an inspiration to all who met him. He shall always be remembered as a loving husband, father, and friend. He joins Dorothy and his son, Arthur Diego, till the end of time.
        Published on: Wed March 26, 2008

GATES -- Lee Gates III, MD, 67, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Wednesday, March 19, 2008 at his home. Lee was born on June 7, 1940 in Denver, CO to Lee Gates, Jr. and Edith (Larsen) Gates. He earned his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Walla Walla College in Washington in 1963 and received his Doctor of Medicine degree from Loma Linda University in 1970. Dr. Gates worked as a clinical pathologist at Lovelace Medical Center from 1978 until his retirement in 2006. While there he served as Chairman of the Pathology Department for many years. Lee was a member of the Central Seventh-Day Adventist Church since 1990, where he was actively involved in the music department. He is survived by his two children, Warren Gates of Seattle, WA, and Heather Wilson and husband, Lance of Santa Rosa, CA; and their three children; his father, Lee Gates, Jr. and step-mother, Delphine Gates, both of Grand Junction, CO; brother, Garry Gates of Placerville, CA; sister, Sandra Drobny of Grand Junction, CO; and many other relatives and friends. Services will be held on Thursday, March 27, 2008, 10:00 a.m., at Central Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 2201 Estancia Dr. NW, with private burial following. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 3411 Candelaria Rd. NE, Suite M, Albuquerque, NM 87107 or to It Is Written, The Kalahari Water Well Project at www.itiswritten.com. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Wed March 26, 2008