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ARMIJO -- Joe O. Armijo, 83, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on Good Friday, April 10, 2009. Mr. Armijo was born December 28, 1925 in Santa Rosa, NM to Joe A. and Celia Armijo. Mr. Armijo is survived by his beloved wife of 62 years, Mary Lou Vau Armijo; his 11 children, Darlene Stapleton and husband, John, Dorothy McCoy and husband, Butch, Diana Willis and husband, Daniel, J.D. Armijo and wife, Eleanor, Martin Armijo and wife, Renee, Roberta Carroll and husband, Dennis, Laura Juarez and husband, Richard, Susan Bostic and husband, Gene, Anita Garcia and husband, Ralph, Vickie Cordova and husband, Bill and Rose Ann Gallegos and husband, David; 29 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; sister in law, Dorothy Wood; his brother in law, Charlie Vau and wife, Betty; and many nieces and nephews. Final visitation will be Thursday, April 16, 2009 from 10:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Church, 5415 Fortuna NW with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 11:00 a.m., Father Gene Gries, presider. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
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BLEICHER -- Norman Bleicher, 82, a resident of Albuquerque since 1995, died Tuesday, April 14, 2009. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Myra Bleicher; son, David Bleicher and wife, Gail Rubin; son, Steven Bleicher and wife, Helaine Cohn; and brother, Philip Bleicher and wife, Juanita. He will also be missed by many friends. Services will be held on Thursday, April 16, 2009, 10:00 a.m., at Congregation Albert, 3800 Louisiana Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park, 700 Yale Blvd. SE. Memorial contributions should be made to the Jane Goodall Institute, 4245 North Fairfax Drive, Suite 600, Arlington, VA 22203 or give@janegoodall.org Please visit our online guestbook for Norman at RememberTheirStory.com. French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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BRADLEY -- Patricia Bradley was born on April 26, 1941 and passed away on March 30, 2009. At this time, no services have been arranged. Arrangements in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd NE 764-9663
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CORTEZ -- William John "Bill" Cortez, age 72, of Rio Rancho, peacefully joined his beloved Jesus in Heaven, Good Friday, April 10, 2009. Billy was born and raised in Santa Fe, was a graduate of St. Michael's High School and attended Xavier University. Bill, a financial planner, was president of Cortez and Associates. He belonged to St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Parish. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Council 6696, and Assembly 1905 where he held many offices while in the Order. Bill is survived by Maria, his wife of 10 years; son, Robert Cortez; daughter, Celia Cortez Gentner and husband Tom; step-daughters, Maureen Curtis and husband Tom, and Christine Ancalmo and husband Mauricio; grandchildren, Erin and Lauren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Willie P. and Lucy Cortez. A Rosary will be recited Thursday, April 16, 2009 at 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary Westside Chapel. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday, April 17, 2009 at 10:30 a.m., at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Rd. SE, in Rio Rancho. A Committal Service will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Monday, April 20, 2009 at 9:30 a.m. Please visit our online guest book for William at RememberTheirStory.com. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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D'ANGELO -- Joan D'Angelo was born on June 10, 1937 and passed away on April 3, 2009. At this time, no services have been arranged. Arrangements in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd NE 764-9663
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DAPO -- Ramona Dapo. Rosary will be Friday at 9:30 a.m. followed by Mass at 10:00 a.m. at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Interment Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. The Salazar family of REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations 2400 Washington Street NE 884-5777
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DECARO -- Louis A. DeCaro, 89, retired clergyman, died on Sunday, April 12, 2009 following several years of cardiac related problems. He was born in New Brighton, PA, the son of Frank and Mary (Fascia) DeCaro. He is preceded in death by two sisters, Genevieve (Jennie) Pogazelec, and Rita Del Turco; and two brothers, John and Samuel. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Clara J. (DeCapita) DeCaro; and two adult sons, Frank A. DeCaro, of Albuquerque, NM, and Louis A. DeCaro, Jr.; daughter-in-law, Michele (Sweeting) DeCaro; and one grandson, Louis Michael of New York, NY. Rev. DeCaro served in a number of denominational roles in the General Council of the Christian Church of North America until terminating his membership in 1997. From 1954-1981, he pastored four churches in the same denomination in Akron, OH, California, PA, Niagara Falls, NY, and Beaver Falls, PA. In retirement he devoted himself to independent ministry, especially his great love of research and writing. Throughout the years he authored a number of published biblical and reflective works as well as preparing the official history of his former denomination. After 25 years of residence in Lehigh Acres, FL, he and Clara relocated to be with their son in Albuquerque, NM in June of 2006. A visitation from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., will be held Saturday, April 18, 2009, at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, 1:00 p.m., at Lee Memorial Park Funeral Home, 12777 State Road 82, Ft. Myers, FL. Please visit our online guestbook for Louis at RememberTheirStory.com French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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ENCINIAS -- Lizardo (Lee) Encinias, born February 18, 1931 to Segundo and Catalina Trujillo Encinias at the Pinavetitos, NM, died April 14, 2009 in Albuquerque, NM. Lizardo married Celina Chavez on April 19, 1952 in San Miguel County, NM. He was employed at King Brothers Ranch for 25, years then retired from the City of Moriarty after 13 years. He was a member of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church in Moriarty, NM. He is survived by his wife, Celina; children, Bernie and Susan Encinias, Moriarty; NM; Kathy Encinias and Pat Oberg, Elephant Butte, NM; Barbara and Ereneo Salas, Moriarty, NM, Anthony and Roxie Encinias, Moriarty, NM, Jacob Encinias, Moriarty, NM, Maria Bourassa, Albuquerque, NM, Carmen and Mike Jones, Edgewood, NM, Susie and C.J. Rossignol, Moriarty, NM and Frankie Encinias, Moriarty, NM; stepmother, Florinda Encinias, Moriarty, NM; brothers, Raymond and Carmen Encinias, Moriarty, NM, Adan and Dollie Encinias, Moriarty, NM, Segundo and Karen Encinias, Moriarty, NM, Martin and Lisa Encinias, Los Lunas, NM; sisters, Clora and Chano Lopez, Stanley, NM, Henrietta and Joe Garcia, Moriarty, NM, Erma Gonzales and Felix Tapia, Moriarty, NM, Lucy and Anthony Orio, Moriarty, NM, Elena and Larry Irvin, Moriarty, NM, Dorothy Encinias, Moriarty, NM and Tommie Encinias, Moriarty, NM; sisters-in law, Mela Encinias, Albuquerque, NM, and Lucille Encinias, Moriarty, NM; and brother-in-law, Manuel Chavez. Lizardo was a loving grandfather to 16 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, Segundo and Catalina; son, Johnny Encinias; and infant Lorencita; brothers, Victor, Amadeo, Frank and Pete. There will be two Rosaries, on Wednesday, April 15, 2009 at Harris-Hanlon Mortuary in Moriarty, NM at 7:00 p.m., and on Thursday, April 16, 2009 at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church in Moriarty, NM at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be on Friday, April 17, 2009 at 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church in Moriarty, NM with Fr. Kevin Iwuoha officiating. Burial will follow at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Cemetery in Moriarty, NM. Pallbearers Miguel Salas, Antonio Encinias, Lance and Shawn Bourassa, Travis Jones, Raymond Encinias, Adan Encinias, and Ruben Encinias. Honorary Pallbearers Frank Ortiz, Mauricio Romero, Jaime Melendez, Max Lopez, Linda Fischer and Albert Chavez. Arrangements entrusted to Harris-Hanlon Mortuary "Our Family Serving Your Family" (505) 832-6130 www.Harris-HanlonMortuary.com
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FOX -- Robert L. "Bob" Fox, age 72, of Belen, passed away peacefully and unexpectedly on April 1, 2009. Bob is survived by his wife, Mary Ann Fox of Belen; daughter, Barbara Fox and her husband, Dale Staben of Albuquerque. A Memorial Service will be held at Rio Grande Estates Volunteer Fire Department, 108 Rio Communities Blvd., Belen, Saturday, April 18, 10:00 a.m.
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GALLEGOS -- Gilbert F. Gallegos, Sr. April 19, 1939 - April 16, 2006 The memory of you still casts it's gentle glow on us..to grace our days and light our paths, wherever we may go. We miss you greatly and you will always be in our hearts. Your loving family, Maria, Gilbert, Diana, Beverly, and your precious grandbabies.
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GARCIA -- Frank (Flaffo) Garcia passed away April 12, 2009. He was preceded in death by his parents, Margaret and Nick Garcia. Frank is survived by Juanita Garcia; brothers and sisters, Andy and Henrietta Garcia, Chris and Rita Garcia, Roberta and Louie Garcia, Bobby Ray Garcia, Johnnie and Henrietta Garcia, Nick Jr. and Gloria Garcia, Barbara and Tino Montoya, Emily Gomez, Elizabeth and David Sanchez, and Betty Bradley; special cousins, Nellie Garcia and Tony Anaya; as well as lots of nieces, nephews and friends. Cremation has taken place. A Rosary for Frank will be recited on Thursday, April 16, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW (505) 247-4124 www.salazarandsons.com
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HEBENSTREIT -- William Benton (Bill) Hebenstreit, 94, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2009 after a short illness. Bill was born on June 26, 1914 in St. Louis, MO to William Henry and Mae (Murphy) Hebenstreit. Raised in Illinois, he attended the University of Chicago for three years until he was unable to continue due to The Depression. After working on Wall Street for Goldman Sachs for four years, he was able to return to school at the California Institute of Technology where he completed his degree in Applied Physics. While at Caltech he met his future wife, Margarita Wallace, on a blind date arranged by relatives. They were wed in December of 1942 and were married for nearly sixty years until Margarita's death in November of 2002. Bill had a long and varied career in engineering and business. During World War II he worked at Bell Telephone Laboratories in New York City, moving to Hughes Aircraft Company in California in 1947. He later left Hughes to be a part of a new company called the Ramo Wooldrige Corporation which ultimately became part of TRW. In the 1960's he left TRW to start his own business before finally retiring in 1990. Besides his family, the great joy of his life was sailing, and he spent many happy days off the coast of southern California both leisure sailing and ocean racing. Bill is survived by his and Margarita's two children, Christina Sierk and husband, Arnold of Los Alamos, NM and Jim Hebenstreit and wife, Linda of Manhattan Beach, CA; three grandchildren, Michael Sierk and wife, Michelle of Greensburg, PA, Brian Steele-Sierk and wife, Dana of Lake Stevens, WA, and Kimberly Sierk of Albuquerque, NM; and four great-grandchildren, Emma Steele-Sierk, Sam Steele-Sierk, Andrew Sierk and Daniel Sierk. He also leaves his sister, Mary Ann Sporl and husband, Robert of San Diego, CA; daughter-in-law Linda Hebenstreit's two sons, Andrew and Jeffrey Peterson; and several nieces and nephews. Scattering of cremated remains will be held Saturday, April 18, 2009, 10:30 a.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the California Institute of Technology in Pasadena, California. Please visit our online guestbook for Bill at RememberTheirStory.com French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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KELLOFF -- Eve Kelloff, our beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great-grandmother, Sister, and Auntie was called to heaven on April 13, 2009. Eve was preceded in death by her husband of 39 years, Joseph C. Kelloff and is survived by her husband, James Sleeman of Bennington, VT. She is survived by her son Paul Kelloff of Albuquerque; daughters, Donna Ferris of Sun Lakes, AZ, Emily Rue of Mesa, AZ, Denise Kelloff-Johnson of Phoenix, AZ, and Lisa Kelloff of Albuquerque, NM; seven grandchildren, Bleu Raines, Tara Stalker, Gina Franch, Sarah Summers, Amber Rue, Cedric Rue, Paul Kelloff Jr., and a brother Charles Kahwajy of Farmington, NM. Eve was also blessed with nine great-grandchildren. She was born on July 15, 1927 in Boston, MA to a father who emigrated from Lebanon and a mother of Lebanese descent from Nova Scotia, Canada. Eve and Joe were the owners of several well-known businesses in Farmington, NM from the early 1950s. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, April 17, 2009, 11:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. in Albuquerque, NM. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may donate to the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition at www.ovarian.org or Heritage Home Healthcare at www.heritagehomehealthcare.com. Condolences may be sent to the Kelloff family at 9435 De Vargas Loop, Albuquerque, NM 87109. Please visit our online guestbook for Eve at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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LUDERS -- Linda Luders My friend Linda I missed your birthday yesterday, but I think about you and keep your memory alive everyday. So Happy Birthday my friend. Love ya Bernadette
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MARTINEZ -- Angela R. The family of Angela R. Martinez extend their sincere thanks to all those who offered their condolences. We would also like to recognize the excellent care Mother received over the years especially from: Dr. Frank Cumunas; Dr. Neal Shadoff; Dr. Douglas Gibbons; Dr. Robert Reidy as well as from their wonderfully kind and caring staff members. We would also like to thank Presbyterian Home Health Care's Dr. Margaret Vinning, Karen Waggoner RN, and Yvette Maestas. Lastly, we extend our deepest gratitude to Manuela Saenz for her love, dedication and support. Please visit our online guestbook for Angela at RememberTheirStory.com French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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O'SADNICK -- Cletus M. (Nick) O'Sadnick, passed away April 8, 2009. A Memorial Service will be held Thursday, April 16, 2009 at 4:00 p.m., at Daniels Family Funeral Services, 2400 Southern Blvd SE, Rio Rancho, NM. Interment will be Friday, April 17, 2009 at 11:30 a.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Those whom wish to send condolences may do so by visiting www.danielsfuneral.com Funeral Services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 2400 Southern Blvd SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 (505) 891-9192
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PADILLA -- Josefita S. January 31, 1920 - April 16, 1984 In Loving Memory
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PATTERSON -- George B. Patterson, Sr., 88, a resident of Albuquerque since 1962, died peacefully on Easter Sunday, April 12, 2009. He was born to Tice E. Patterson and Nettie Pendleton Patterson on June 8, 1920 and lived in Vine Grove, KY until he went to Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green. After graduation, he met Dolly D. Sneed and they were married on August 17, 1942. He joined the Army Air Corp at Fort Knox, KY, and during WWII was awarded a Purple Heart for wounds received during battle at Kwajalein Atoll, an island in the Marshalls. While teaching ROTC at East Caroline College in Greenville, NC, where he was a member of the Phi Kappa Alpha fraternity, he received a Masters Degree. Following a career in the U.S.A.F., George retired a Major and made Albuquerque his home. He was a member of the Moose Lodge of Kentucky. His greatest joy was his family, but he loved to travel and meet people -- he never knew a stranger. So, when he was not attending classes at the University of New Mexico, or at the Kirtland Base Gym, he was traveling the world. He enjoyed golf, fishing and camping, as well as chess, racquetball and handball. George was a loving husband, a wonderful and supporting father, and a great friend to all. He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Louis "Tut" Lee Patterson; sisters, Lolah M. Ritchie, Theresa D. Gatrost, and Mary M. Osborne; wife of 30 years, Dolly D. Sneed; son, David Mark Patterson; grandson, George B. Patterson, III; and daughter-in-law, Gayle D. Patterson. He is survived by his daughter, Greta Kathy Congable and her husband, Michael; granddaughter, Karen L. McFarland and husband, Jamie; great-grandsons, Shea T. Thun, Cody R. Thun, and Nathan J. McFarland, all of Albuquerque; son, George B. Patterson, Jr. and his wife, Debbie; grandson, Jacob N. Patterson and Rosie Martinez; great-granddaughters, Makayla and Shania; granddaughter, Charlotte Dinerstein and her husband, Kevin; great-grandson, Shane and great-granddaughter, Chole, all of Albuquerque; grandson, Daniel Patterson and his fiancee, Amanda Krull of Colorado; granddaughter, Stephanie Patterson of Albuquerque; daughter, Jennifer L. Patterson and Robert L. Bryant, of Albuquerque; son, David Mark Patterson, deceased, and his wife, Bonnie Patterson DuCharme; grandson, David Mark Patterson and Holly Bouchard; great-grandsons, Connor James Appleby, and Mark Daniel Patterson; and great-granddaughters, Lydia Rose Patterson and Jasmine Victoria Bouchard, all of Biddeford, ME; Gatrost family in Missouri and Kansas, Osborne family in Kentucky and Tennessee, and Ritchie family in Louisiana, Texas, and Kentucky. Dad/Grandpa/Papaw, we will miss you and are grateful for your love and presence in our lives. May the Heavenly Father bless you with peace, sunshine, and joy for all eternity. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, April 17, 2009, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to any veterans' organization. Please visit our online guestbook for George at RememberTheirStory.com French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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SALAZAR -- Antonio "Tony" Salazar, born September 3, 1932, went home to be with the Lord on Easter Monday, April 13, 2009. Antonio is survived by his wife of 55 years, Manuela; his children, Robert and wife Cathy, Marcos and wife Diane, Mary A. Salazar, Mary M. and husband Leo Martinez, Daniel and Carol, Anita and husband Chris Tavasci, Ricardo and wife Brenda; granddaughters, Monica Carabajal, Danielle and Deanna Salazar; great-grandchildren, Makayla and Ezekiel, his two brothers, Ignacio and wife Carmen, Luis Salazar and wife Dolores. Honorary Pallbearers are grandsons Sr. Airman, Marcos Dominguez and Sebastian Salazar. The pallbearers will be grandsons, Robert Salas, Ray Marquez Jr., Anthony and Patrick Salazar, Daniel Salazar Jr., Michael Aguilar, Tomas Jimenez, and Joe Crespin. Antonio was a proud Veteran who served his country in the Korean War. Antonio was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother, who will always be remembered for the joyful moments fishing, and for his wood working talents in what he loved so much in carpentry. Visitation will be Thursday, April 16, 2009 from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church, 412 Stover Ave. SW , with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be on Friday, April 17, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. Father Clarence Maes, presider. Burial will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements in care of Riverside Funeral Home of Albuquerque 225 San Mateo Blvd NE 764-9663
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SMITH -- Rose B. Smith, age 61, a resident of Albuquerque since 1960, passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2009. She is preceded in death by her parents; one sister; several nieces and nephews. She is survived by her husband Jimmie Smith; three children, Martin Waites and wife Ann, Uwezo I Waites, and Krishner R. Waites all of Albuquerque, NM; six grandchildren; three brothers, Manuel C. Maxey and wife Milicent, Ray T. Maxey and wife Nikki, Don Maxey and wife Theldoris; five sisters Mary L. Florence, Elizabeth Turner and husband Elder Charles, Evangelist Romie L. Willis, Sylvia Higgins and Minister Faye Davis. Services are to be held on Saturday, April 18, 2009 at 11:00 a.m., at Faith Temple Church of God in Christ, 1004 Broadway SE. Supt. Samuel Gilmore officiating. Online condolences can be submitted at www.danielsfuneral.com Services have been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800
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TRUJILLO -- Joseph Trujillo was born on May 4, 1935 and passed away on April 3, 2009. At this time, no services have been arranged. Arrangements in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd NE 764-9663
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UTTERBACK -- Gertrude (Trudi) April 16, 1920 - September 16, 2000 Happy Birthday Mom Mom, I miss those birthday lunches I shared with you. You are sharing that day with your Lord and Savior. I cannot believe that it would have been your 89th birthday. Time goes by so fast but the memories I have are everlasting. I cherish those. We miss you very much. Love Always, Debbie, Ken, Cody and Colton
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VALLEJOS -- James Ray Vallejos, Jr. A Viewing for James will be Thursday at 6:00 p.m. at Azusa Christian Faith Church followed by Wake at 7:00 p.m. Life Celebration Service will be at 12:30 p.m. also at Azusa Church followed by Graveside Service at Sunset Memorial Park. REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations 2400 Washington Street NE 884-5777
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YOSHIMOTO -- Lily Yoshimoto passed away on Saturday April 11, 2009. An Albuquerque resident since 1952, she was born in Linden, CA on May 27, 1931. She was an active member of the Japanese American Citizens League Bowling Club and enjoyed watching all sports on T.V. She was an avid Denver Bronco and Chicago Cubs fan. Lily was predeceased by her sisters Sumi Horibe, Mitzi Nishikawa and Christine Moy. She is survivied by her husband Henry (Hank); daughter Patricia Torino of Las Vegas, NV; sister Mary Ota, brothers Jim, Tom (Haru) and Henry (Sheila) Ito all of the Chicago area; in-laws Fred and Marie Yoshimoto and Yo Yoshimoto of Albuq. and Phillip Moy of Torrance, CA; nieces and nephews in various cities and states. Memorial Services will be held at Riverside Funeral Home following cremation on Friday April 17, 2009 at 11 a.m.
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