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ARMENTA --
Alberto "Eddy" Armenta, of Rio Rancho, passed away Monday, May 25, 2009. Eddy was a former mayor and judge of Jemez Springs, NM, where he had also been the owner of La Cueva Tavern. He served with the 25th Military Police Division in the US Army, later continuing his career with APD and was a Special Agent with the Department of Justice. As a child, Eddy served as an altar boy with Our Lady of the Assumption Church in Jemez Springs, and with St. Mary's in Berkley, CA. Eddy is survived by Terry, his wife of nearly 46 years; daughter, Traci; son, Nick; grandchildren, Steven, Stephani and Christopher; special family members, Dorothy, Pete, Frances, Louie, Patty, Sydney, and their families. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alberto and Nella; his grandmother, Elyse Garcia Domenicali Smith, who helped raise him. A Memorial Rosary will be recited Friday, May 29, 2009 at 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary Westside Chapel. The family will be receiving family and friends from 6:00 p.m. until the Rosary begins. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church, P. O. Box 10, Jemez Springs, NM 87025, in Eddy's honor. Please visit our online guest book for Mr. Armenta at RememberTheirStory.com. French 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
Published on: Fri May 29, 2009
BALDONADO --
Frank Baldonado, 82, a resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, May 26, 2009. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Lillian Baldonado; sons, Danny Baldonado and wife, Evelyn and Tony Baldonado and wife, Karen; six grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and three half brothers, Louie Cansino, Henry Cansino, and Eddie Cansino. He was preceded in death by two infant sons, Ronnie and Steven. Frank was adopted by Adelida Martinez de Baldonado and was born and raised in Albuquerque. Frank served in the Army during WWII and then retired from Mountain States Sporting Goods warehouse. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who was loved dearly by his family who will miss him very much. Rosary will be recited on Monday, June 1, 2009, 9:30 a.m., at Holy Ghost Catholic Church, 833 Arizona SE. Mass will follow at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. NE, on Sunday, May 31, 2009 from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. Please visit our online guestbook for Frank at www.RememberTheirStory.com. French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
Published on: Fri May 29, 2009
BARRERAS --
Joe and Dorothy Happy Birthday Dad & Mom Joe R. Barreras May 29, 1924 - November 22, 2006 Dorothy S. Barreras June 14, 1922 - November 16, 1999 Gone But Not Forgotten. You will always be in our Hearts Forever. Your Loving Family
Published on: Fri May 29, 2009
BAUER --
Joyce Bauer, 90, a loving and generous woman, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2009. Married 67 years, she is survived by her loving husband, Raymond Bauer of Albuquerque, NM. Also surviving are several cousins from Indiana. Joyce was a very active pianist and accompanist in Albuquerque in her younger years, as well as various clubs. She was President of the Albuquerque Music Club, and also President of SAI. For many years she and her husband were members of the Marathon Bridge Club. A Service will be held in Joyce's honor on Sunday, May 31, 2009, 3:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Following the Services, Joyce will be uried in her hometown of Henderson, KY, at Roselawn Memorial Gardens. French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
Published on: Fri May 29, 2009
BEREZA --
Elias Joseph Bereza, 80, went home to the Lord on Saturday, May 23, 2009 with his son David by his side. He is survived by his son David; his longtime companion Dorothy Trafton; his grandchildren Christopher and Stefanie; great-grandchildren Alicia and James. He was preceded in death by his two sons Warren and Steven Bereza. Mr. Bereza retired from the US Army after 22 years of service, having served in the Korean Conflict and Vietnam. He retired from the US Postal Service with 20 years of service. He loved gardening and traveling, especially cruises. Elias was a kind and gentle soul and will be deeply missed. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, June 8, 2009, 9:00 a.m. at Shrine of St. Bernadette. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to The Albuquerque Rescue Mission, P.O. Box 331, Albuquerque 87103 or to the Salvation Army, 4301 Bryn Mawr Dr. N.E. Albuquerque 87107. Please visit our online guestbook for Mr. Bereza at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
Published on: Fri May 29, 2009
BERRY --
Daniel O'Connell Berry, age 44, on May 23, 2009 the angels came and took him to heaven. Daniel was born in Albuquerque on April 26, 1965 to Patrick and Connie Berry. First and foremost, Daniel's priority in life was his daughter Ashley. He dedicated his life to her health and happiness. Dan's heart was as big as he was. He was a very kind and generous person who often went out of his way to help anyone who needed it. It did not matter if it was family, friends or someone he did not know. Daniel graduated from Los Lunas High School in 1983, where he was a star basketball player. He attended New Mexico Highlands University on a basketball scholarship and graduated with honors in 1988. Daniel was employed by the USDA Forest Service. Daniel greatly enjoyed working for the Forest Service and appreciated the opportunity to work with the many wonderful people there. Daniel is survived by his daughter, Ashley Berry of Albuquerque; parents Patrick and Connie Berry of Los Lunas, NM; sisters, Barbara Saupe of Belen, NM, Margaret Berry of Los Lunas, NM, Jeanette Wilson and husband, Sam Wilson of T or C, NM; brother Patrick Berry Jr. and wife, Julie Wilber of San Francisco, CA; nieces, Trista Saupe of Belen, NM, Madison Wilson of T or C, NM; nephews Karl Saupe of Albuquerque, Jordan Berry of San Francisco, CA; uncles, Bob Guest and Dale Guest of Maywood, NE and many close friends. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, June 1, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at New Life City Church 4830 Pan American Freeway NE, Albuquerque with Father Joachim officiating. In lieu of flowers please send donations to Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Albuquerque, the Humane Society of Albuquerque or the Watermelon Mountain Ranch. 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
Published on: Fri May 29, 2009
BRITO --
Margaret Otero Brito died peacefully May 26, 2009. She was born September 4, 1921 in San Fidel, NM to Cleotilde and Tranquilino Otero. Margaret was preceded in death by her husband, Efren Brito, her parents, siblings, Marion Iriart, John Otero, Fidel Otero and Tranquilino Otero. Mrs. Brito is survived by her sister, Ruth Saavedra and three brothers, Vicente Otero and wife Inez, Albert Otero and wife Flora and Wilfred Otero and wife Cecilia, her sisters-in-law Susie Otero, Stella Otero, Ruth Brito, brothers-in-law Landy Brito and wife Mary Lou and Benny Brito and wife Lourdes, several nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her step-children, Betty Cooper, Sue Ann Smith and husband Cliff, Cecilia Lovato and husband Joe, Virginia Sanchez, Alberta Milton and husband, and Raymond Brito and wife Marty, several step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mrs. Brito received her Bachelor's Degree from St Joseph College, Albuquerque, and her Master's degree from Creighton University in Nebraska. She was a member of the Order of Franciscan nuns for 24 years in Colorado Springs, Co. Margaret was a member of the National Education Association and Delta Kappa Gamma. Her love for children saw a teaching career that spanned 46 years in places such as Colorado Springs, Nebraska, Los Alamos, Grants, Gallup and finally retiring from the Los Lunas Public Schools. Upon retirement, she traveled extensively with her husband Efren to Spain, Rome, Hawaii, Mexico, several states including Alaska and the Panama Canal. Mr. and Mrs. Brito were members of the Queen of Heaven Catholic Parish for many years. She will long be remembered for her generosity, intelligence, love of education and especially her love of her family. A Rosary will be recited 7:00 p.m., Thursday, May 28, 2009 at French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd NE, and a Mass will be celebrated 10:00 a.m. Friday, May 29, 2009 at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church with Burial to follow at Sandia Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be Felix Saavedra, Lucas Otero, Ronald Williams, Johnny Otero, Albert "Boy" Otero, Richard Moya, Peter Otero, Tommy Otero, John Lemire and Alfred Otero. Honorary Pallbearers are Margaret's Godchildren, Josephine Brito, Marc Brito, Carl Martinez, Ryan Bonniwell, Victoria Perez, Sheila Sandoval, Nina Sumner, Bernadette Picchione, Beverly Servinghalls and Placida Sarracino. Please visit our online guestbook for Mrs. Brito at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
Published on: Fri May 29, 2009
BROCK --
Milford C Brock, known to his friends as "Brock," passed away peacefully on May 27, 2009 at the Las Palomas Care and Rehabilitation Community in Albuquerque. He is survived by his sister VaNeal; four children, Brian, Pam, Bret, and Stephanie; their spouses; nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He was born in Fyffe, Alabama on June 17, 1926. The Brock family moved to New Mexico during the Great Depression, and initially lived in a tent located in a hobo camp near the Rio Grande River. He attended Lincoln Jr. High and Albuquerque High. From 1949 through 1954, Brock was a popular local racecar driver, beginning in midgets at the Rio Grande Sports Bowl and culminating with back-to-back super modified championships at Speedway Park at age 28. He also won the coveted Southwest Super Modified Championship in 1954. After the 1954 season, he retired from racing to pay more attention to his family and his growing garage business. At age 48, he retired from the garage business and moved to Elephant Butte Lake where he lived until his failing health forced him to move into a nursing home in Albuquerque. Brock was a unique and colorful individual, loved and admired as a gifted mechanic, a tenacious competitor, an avid outdoorsman, a helpful neighbor, a good father and a man who took special interest in helping young men who shared his love of cars and racing. He also possessed a very quick wit that put smiles on numerous faces. Brock will be missed by his family and many friends in New Mexico and across the country, but he has even more friends now greeting him on the other side. Family and friends are invited to a casual open house in memory of Brock on Monday, June 1, 2009 from 5-8 p.m. at the home of Brian and Carol Brock, 8413 Yeager NE, Albuquerque, NM. No flowers please - just your favorite Brock stories.
Published on: Fri May 29, 2009
CHASE --
Naomi Ruth Reichenbach Chase, 66, a life long resident of Albuquerque, passed away Saturday, May 23, 2009, after a long battle with pancreatic cancer. She is survived by her loving husband of 10 years, Jim Chase; children, Tammy Regan of Albuquerque, Randy Reichenbach and wife, Dao Mai of Seattle, WA, and Kimberly Chase of Albuquerque; two granddaughters, Rachelle Regan and Asha Reichenbach; great-grandson, Phillip Andrew Olk; sister-in-law, Sharon Woods of Kokomo, IN; and other relatives and friends. Naomi was preceded in death by her first husband, Marvin Reichenbach; parents, Ralph and Ruth Gustin-Babcock; and step-father, Worthy Babcock. She was born on December 10, 1942, in Kokomo, IN and moved to Albuquerque as a young child. Naomi graduated from Highland High School. She worked for PNM as an accounting supervisor until her retirement in 2001. Naomi loved traveling, any type of craft project, and was known for making the perfect card. Her heart was in every home-made cross stitched Christmas stocking, Amish cookies, chocolate fudge, and the creation of individual bows for every present she wrapped. She was an elegant, organized, and loving woman who was always ready for adventure. Naomi grew up in the Church of the Nazarene. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend to many. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, Saturday, May 30, 2009, at 1:00 p.m. with Chaplain Mary Catherine Casey officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd NE. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, Inc. 2141 Rosecrans Ave, Suite 7000, El Segundo, CA 90245, www.pancan.org or Heights First Church of the Nazarene, 8401 Paseo Del Norte, NE, Albuquerque, NM 87122. Please visit our online guestbook for Naomi at RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
Published on: Fri May 29, 2009
COOK --
Yolanda Theresa (Bianchi) Cook, 68, a long-time resident of Albuquerque, NM, left this earth to be with her Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, May 25, 2009. Yolanda is survived by her spouse of 35 years, Daniel William Cook, also of Albuquerque; three children, Dan Dunlap and wife, Lora Lee, of Billings, MT; Kelly Ann Dunlap, of Albuquerque, NM; Elaine Gonzalez and her husband, Luis, of Laredo, TX; nine grandchildren, Cari, Adam and Amanda Dunlap, Ryan, Benjamin and Christopher Dunlap-Parra, and Enrique, Abigail and John Gonzalez; sister, Carmen Lucia Bianchi-Walentowski and husband, Dave; nephew, Roger Bianchi and wife, Priscilla, and their children, Jacob and Savannah; niece, Jennifer Bianchi and her daughter, Francesca Bianchi; and her many dear friends, especially her special love of Eric Murphree. Yolanda is preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Abigail Bianchi; brother, Joe Raymond Bianchi; and many aunts and uncles. Yolanda and Dan were partners in marriage as well as partners in business, actively running an engineering construction business for over 25 years which brought to market innovative methods and technologies to deal with our country's most pressing infrastructure challenges. Yolanda retired some ten years ago to devote her time and care to her many grandchildren she loved so dearly. She was active in several volunteer groups including St. Vincent de Paul Society, the Red Hatters, the Bookers, and Pope Joy Volunteers where she had many many friends. Yolanda was born and spent her early childhood years in San Antonio, NM, later attending Mount Carmel and thereafter graduating from Socorro High School. She loved attending her class reunions and stayed in touch with many others she befriended and loved in her youth and throughout her life's walk. She attended college at New Mexico State University bonding with her suite and roommates whom she held very dear to her heart. Her legacy to her family and others is expressed in her favorite saying, "I get high on people"---- She lived her life spreading friendship and joy fulfilling God's new commandment to love one another! Yolanda was a courageous and proud woman who took her strength from her Lord, her family and community. With the devoted attention and care from her husband Dan, she fought through her last months of her life with an illness she acquired during heart surgery over 44 years ago, still continuing to live every second of her life He granted. Through her many trials in life, which made her the very special woman we all loved so very much, Yolanda always kept her faith in God and was at total peace placing her life in His hands. A Rosary will be recited Thursday, May 28, 2009, 7:00 p.m., at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, 9502 4th Street NW, 87114, led by fellow Vincentians of the St. Vincent de Paul Society. Mass will be celebrated Friday, May 29, 2009, 9:00 a.m., at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, with Father Juan Mendez, Celebrant. Interment will take place at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, 1900 Edith Blvd NE, with a reception at the Nativity Church Parish Hall following burial. Pallbearers will be Mariano Apodaca, Roger Bianchi, Bill Brennan, Adam Dunlap, Eric Murphree, Philip Pizzino, Richard Polk, Dave Walentowski; and Yolanda's "grand-boys", Ryan Dunlap-Parra, Enrique Gonzalez, Benjamin Dunlap-Parra, Christopher Dunlap-Parra, and John Gonzalez as her Honorary Pallbearers. Please visit our online guestbook for Yolanda at www.RememberTheirStory.com. French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
Published on: Fri May 29, 2009
DUARTE --
Adelita F. Duarte, 78, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on May 27, 2009. Mrs. Duarte is survived by her sons, Dan Ortega and wife, Lillian, Steve Duarte and wife, Melissa, and Martin Duarte; her daughters, Christine Jaramillo and husband, John, Donna Valdez and husband, Art, and Doris Duarte; her brother, Major Orlando Fernandez and wife, Rita; her daughters in law, Glenda Ortega and Vivian Ortega; her sister in law, Laura Fernandez; her grandchildren, Christopher Ortega, Isaac Ortega, Fabian Duarte, Crystal Aguilar, Albert Jaramillo, Casey Jaramillo, Linda Archuleta, Loretta Valdez, Monica Valdez, Amy Morales, Jerome Ortega, Teresa Ortega, Patricia Ortega and David Ortega; 15 great-grandchildren; Mrs. Duarte was preceded in death by her sons, Frank Ortega, David Ortega, Albert Duarte and Michael Duarte. Mrs. Duarte was a member of the Catholic Church. Visitation will be Sunday, May 31, 2009 from 2:30 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, with a Rosary to be recited at 3:00 p.m. by Deacon Pablo LeFebre. Final visitation will be Monday from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. at St. Anne Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal SW with a Communion Service at 9:00 a.m., Deacon Pablo LeFebre, presider. Interment will follow at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jerome Ortega, Christopher Ortega, Fabian Duarte, Edward Madrid, Isaac Ortega and Casey Jaramillo. Honorary pallbearers will be David Vallez and Theodore Madrid. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
Published on: Fri May 29, 2009
FORD --
Barbra Ann Ford. Life Celebration Service will be Friday at 10 a.m. at First Christian Church with Burial following at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. The Salazar family of REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations 2400 Washington Street NE 884-5777
Published on: Fri May 29, 2009
GARCIA --
Ella Valdez Garcia was born on December 9, 1911 and passed away on May 20, 2009. At this time, no services have been arranged. Arrangements in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERUQE 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663
Published on: Fri May 29, 2009
GILL --
Rev. David H. Gill died Saturday, May 23, 2009 at 3:06 a.m. at Presbyterian Hospital in Albuquerque, NM. Born May 10, 1925 at Woodland PA, he was the youngest son of Wyatt and Maude (Wilson) Gill. He had retired from the Central Pennsylvania Conference of the United Methodist Church and the State of Arizona, where he had taught English as a second language. Rev. Gill is survived by one brother, W. Franklin Gill and his wife Frances, of New Castle, PA; four children, John Gill of Albuquerque, NM, Sylvia Johnson and her husband Paul of Tucson, AZ, Lynne Chinn and her husband Louis of Plano, TX, and Jerome Gill and his wife Lisa of Mesa, AZ; and four grandchildren Sean, Alex, Logan and Zoe. Rev. Gill was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Helen Virginia (Graham) Gill; two brothers, Orvis and John Angus Gill; and three sisters, Anna Allen, Sara Grace McGraw and O. Maxine Dale. Services for Rev. Gill will be held Saturday, May 30, 2009 at 3:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Interment will take place in Morrisdale, PA. Please visit our online guestbook for David at www.remembertheirstory.com. French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
Published on: Fri May 29, 2009
GONZALES --
Sylvia "Silveria" G. Gonzales, age 87, of Albuquerque, passed away after a long illness, Tuesday, May 26, 2009. Sylvia is survived by daughters, Mabel Hendrickson and husband Ray, Angie Soto and husband Sam; sons, Harold Gonzales and wife Jimmie, Albert Gonzales, Felix Gonzales and wife Gloria; grandchildren, Amanda Skarsgard and husband Erik, Chris Gonzales, Felicia Spicochi and husband John, Estevan Gonzales, Stacie Soto, Jonathan Soto, Roy Hendrickson; great-grandchildren, Eliana and Keyen Soto, Robin Hendrickson; brothers-in-law, Orlando Gonzales and wife Joanie; Manuel Gonzales and wife Nellie; numerous close relatives. She was preceded in death by son Lorenzo "L.J." Gonzales. A Rosary will be recited Friday, May 29, at 7:00 p.m., at San Jose Mission in Duranes, 2110 Los Luceros Rd. NW. The funeral mass will be celebrated Saturday, May 30, 2009 at 10:00 a.m., also at the church, with interment to follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit the church Friday, May 29, 2009 from 6:00 p.m. until the time of the Rosary. Please visit our online guest book for Sylvia at RememberTheirStory.com. French 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
Published on: Fri May 29, 2009
GRIJALVA --
Josephine Tafoya Grijalva, age 93, left her beloved family to join the Lord on May 24, 2009. Josephine was born in Hillsboro, NM on December 22, 1915, to Adolfo and Adela Chavez Tafoya. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Willie A. Grijalva, her parents, son-in-law Wilfred Sanchez, siblings Selia Baca, George Tafoya, Maggie Austin, Mary Elizabeth Tafoya, Sista Tafoya, and Raymond Tafoya. Josephine is survived by her two daughters, Bonnie Gomez and husband Ruben, and Betty Jo Sanchez; grandchildren, Ruben Anthony Gomez and wife Julie Griego, Cissy Santillanes and husband Jeff, Steve Sanchez and wife Shauna, Joey Rae Sanchez Fabsits and husband Michael; great-grandchildren Jessica Martinez and husband Sebastian, Jaime Cherry and fiancee Jaime (Junior) Castro, Jennifer Wessell and husband Jeff, Kelly Robertson and wife Amanda, Katherine & Kristyn Santillanes; great-great-grandchildren Andrea and Savanna Wessell, Luke Martinez, Rochel, Shayann & Roxion Sanchez, and Wil Sanchez Fabsits; sisters, Priscilla Peterson, and Stella Caperton; sisters-in-law, Priscilla Tafoya & Ellen Tafoya Tow; a very special niece Patsy Escarzega Simpson, and close family friend, Nettie Alvarez; many nieces and nephews and close friends. A pioneer resident of Mimbres, New Mexico, Josephine, along with her husband Willie, operated the Grijalva Apple Orchard for many years. She relocated to Santa Fe after the death of her husband, where she became very active in Senior Affairs. She served for many years as Secretary of the Senior Council, and did extensive volunteer work at the Luisa Senior Citizen Center. She was named Senior Citizen of the Year many times for her work on behalf of senior citizens. Josephine loved to read, play bingo and cards, dance, and do ceramics. She created many beautiful pieces, most of which she gave to friends and family; but most of all, she loved her family deeply and centered her life around them. She will be greatly missed by everyone who had the good fortune to know her. She was a devout Catholic and was very active in the church for many years. Visitation will be from 5 p.m., with Rosary at 6 p.m. on May 29, 2009, at Bright Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday May 30, 2009 at 10 a.m., at San Lorenzo Catholic Church, San Lorenzo, NM, with Father Flores as celebrant. Interment will follow at the Grijalva family cemetery on Bear Canyon Dam Road, Mimbres, NM. Pallbearers will be Ruben Anthony Gomez, Steve Sanchez, Kelly Robertson, Jeff Santillanes, Jeff Wessell, Michael Fabsits, Larry Martinez & Dominic DiGuglielmo. Honorary pallbearers will be Ruben Gomez, Vicente Ojinaga, Reymundo Esparza, Ginno Tafoya, Armando Martinez, Ricky, Ronnie, Robbie and Randy Tafoya and Arthur Archuletta. The family would like to thank the entire staff at Fair Winds Retirement Community (formerly Acantilado Vista), especially Susanna, Mabel, Maria and Darlene, for the wonderful loving care they provided to Josephine. The family would also like to thank the staff at Lovelace Hospital, West Side and Vista Care Hospice, and especially Dr. Wood, for the support and care they provided during this difficult time. Funeral arrangements by Bright Funeral Chapel, 210 W. College Avenue, Silver City, New Mexico 88061. Phone Number: (575) 388-1911.
Published on: Fri May 29, 2009
HENSON --
Franklin Henson was born on December 9, 1920 and passed away on May 19, 2009. At this time, no services have been arranged. Arrangements in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERUQE 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663
Published on: Fri May 29, 2009
JARAMILLO --
Dona Ramona Lopez Jaramillo, 87, went home to be with her Lord on Monday, May 25, 2009, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on February 14, 1922 to Ignacio and Elifida Lopez in Manzano, New Mexico. She was preceded in death by her parents and her devoted husband, Reynaldo Jaramillo and brothers, Ray, Casey and Eddie, one sister, Carol. Ramona is survived by her son Phil and wife Mary, Nash and wife Jackie, Arthur and wife Kathy, Ray and wife Veronica, Joseph and wife Yolanda, Johnny and wife Christina, two daughters Mary Lujan and companion Victor, Corine Ruiz and husband Alex and one very special provider her grandson, Albert. Three brothers, Ignacio Joe and wife Pauline, Moses and wife (Mary) Chita, Steve "Tito" and wife Irene; seven sisters, Flora and husband Manuel, Emily and husband David, Sandra and husband Freddie, Viola and husband Xavier, Aurelia and husband Louie, Barbara and husband Bob, Stella and husband Jamie; and two sister-in-laws, Kathy Lopez and Angie Jaramillo. 23 grandchildren, 46 great-grandchildren and 10 great-great-grandchildren. Ramona was employed as a Foster Grandmother at Navajo and Kit Carson Elementary schools. She was also a member of St. Edwin's Catholic Church and a member of the Altar Rosary Society and a Cursillista and Centro De Amo. Pallbearers will be Billy Jaramillo, Fermin Lujan, James Jaramillo, Chris Ruiz, Bobby Jaramillo, Mickey Jaramillo, Jessica Barela and Casey Jaramillo. A visitation will be held at the 8th Street Chapel of Garcia Mortuary on Friday, May 29, 2009 beginning at 5:00 p.m. A Rosary will be recited Friday, at 7:00 p.m., also at the 8th Street Chapel of Garcia Mortuary and Mass of Christian Burial will celebrated on Saturday, May 30, 2009 at 9:00 a.m., at St. Edwin's Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park Cemetery, 4310 Sara Road in Rio Rancho. Those who wish to send condolences may do so at: www.danielsfuneral.com. Services are entrusted to: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover SW Albuquerque, New Mexico 87102 505-243-5222
Published on: Fri May 29, 2009
LINK --
Warren H. Link, a resident of Rio Rancho went home to our Lord on May 22, 2009. He is preceded in death by his wife Arlyne. He is survived by his sons, Ronald and wife Dorothy of Ruidoso, NM; Brian and wife Frances of Rio Rancho, NM; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and sister, Grace Bouffard of Albuquerque. He was a member of Gospel Light Baptist Church. He has a degree in Business Administration from the State University of New York. He worked as Service Manager of General Electric Co; Head of Customer Relations Executive Offices J. C. Penney Co. He served in US Submarines during WWII, earning 15 Decorations and the Bronze Star. He was active in Boy Scouts for 50 years, earning Eagle Scout and Silver Beaver. He was Past Master of a Masonic Lodge in CT; past President of Sub Vets of WWII, past President of Fiesteros Round Dance Club, Shooting Stars Square Dance Club; a member of the Son's of the American Revolution, American Legion, VFW, Aux Honor Guard and DAV. Memorial Services will be held Monday, June 1, 2009 at 2:00 p.m., Daniels Funeral Home, 4310 Sara Rd SE, Rio Rancho, NM.
Published on: Fri May 29, 2009
PERRY --
Larissa Michele Marie Perry, 17, born Sunday, August 11, 1991, died from injuries due to a car accident on Friday, May 22, 2009. She graduated from Farmington High School on Tuesday, May 19, 2009. Larissa always had a smile on her face and touched the hearts of all who knew her. She was the pride and joy of her family and she will be missed terribly. She loved children and was planning on becoming a pediatrician. Larissa loved to travel, with a trip planned this week to London and Paris with her grandma Jane. She was an accomplished pianist, flutist and clarinetist. Larissa loved dance, volleyball, music, swimming, karate and spending time with friends and family. She always went her own way and set her sights high. Larissa always put together the most unique outfits and colors and they always looked so good on her, even when nobody else would think of it, she was a fashion butterfly. You could always find her with her big sunglasses, the biggest purse she could find, and her lanyard of keys, more than any janitor or businessman ever carried. She had so many kids that she took care of for so many years and absolutely loved all of them. Larissa was just beginning the second stage of her life and education, and all she dreamed about was helping and saving kids. She is survived by her parents, Michele and Ron Lockmiller, and David and Loreen Perry; brothers, David Perry, Steven Lockmiller and wife, Kirstin, Justen Lockmiller and wife, Sarah, and Justin Cumley; grandparents, Roy and Yvonne Crochet, David and Jane Perry, and Mary Thomas; aunts, Sandra Crumley, and Joella Thomas; uncles, Brian Crochet and wife, Rena, Christopher Crochet and wife, Donna, Stephen Chochet and wife, Nancy, Tim Callahan and wife, Debbie, John Lockmiller and wife, Elizabeth, and Jeff Thomas; cousins, Douglas, Mike, Michelle, Ian, Amy, David, Braeden, Corinne, Sarah, Charlie, Zachary, Gage, Justen Jr., and Faith; and so many more cousins, aunts, uncles and extended family. She is also survived by her best buds, Hillary Dalton, Heighley Sanchez and Ryan Lawler who always shared their love and happiness with her. All of her special friends from high school and college, she loved you all. Larissa was preceded in death by her cousin, Charlie Crumley, who always held a special place in her heart and they are together now, taking care of each other; great-grandmothers, Gladys Smith, Inez Crochet, Cleo Giles, and Madeleine Perry; great-grandfathers, Paul Perry, and Gerald Giles; great-uncles, Ian Smith and Peter Smith; uncle, Douglas Crumley; and her cousin, Elizabeth McKenna. We are sure that she has already organized a special day care or children's organization in heaven and will be there watching over all of us forever. Our hearts are filled with gratitude and we wish to thank Monica Leeming and Cecilia Talbie for comforting and staying with Larissa at the scene of the accident and to Dr. Carthart who worked on her at the scene and all the way to the hospital and to all the emergency and medical personnel who tried to save her. Godspeed Larissa, we love you. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, May 30, 2009, 11:00 a.m., at St. Johns Episcopal Church, 312 N. Orchard Avenue, Farmington, NM. In lieu of flowers, a special endowment has been established: The Larissa Perry Educational Endowment for Young Women as a lasting Memorial to Larissa. Those who wish to contribute can to the endowment, c/o Sandra Crumley, P.O. Box 1377, El Prado, NM, 87529. Please visit our online guestbook for Larissa at www.RememberTheirStory.com. French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
Published on: Fri May 29, 2009
SANCHEZ --
Ernest J. Sanchez, 92 of Albuquerque, passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2009. He was born February 13, 1917 in Duran, NM to Juan B. and Louise U. Sanchez. He attended New Mexico State University and graduated with a Master's Degree in Agricultural Economy. Ernest worked for the New Mexico Department of Agriculture before joining the United States Army and serving in the European Theater in WW II and received a Purple Heart Commendation for his valor. Upon his return he went into Foreign Service as an Agricultural Economist. He spent 20 years in Latin America and four years in Amman, Jordan. Ernest is survived by his daughters, Oma Sandoval and Carla Remington; 11 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife; Sefora Baca-Sanchez; four brothers; one sister; and one grandchild. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, May 30, 2009, 10:00 a.m., at French, Wyoming Chapel. Friends may visit French, Wyoming Chapel on Saturday, May 30, 2009, 9:00 a.m. to Service time. Entombment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 7999 Wyoming Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Boys and Girls Club of America, 3333 Truman St. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Please remember the online storybook for Ernest at RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
Published on: Fri May 29, 2009
SANCHEZ --
Margie B. Sanchez, 80, mother, grandmother, nana, sister, aunt, and friend, went to be with our Lord Tuesday, May 26, 2009 surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her children, Lorraine Valenzuela, Ronnie Sanchez and wife, Lorrie, Shirley Gabaldon and husband, Alfred, Teresa Armenta and husband, Matt, Doris Sanchez and husband, Eric; her loving grandchildren, Mattie, Bryan, Marc, Antoinette, Beverly, Jason, Jennifer, Jeffrey, Erica, Crystal, Mike, and Marcus; great-grandchildren, Matthew, Isaiah, Julian, Elijah, Madalynn, Kendall, Jenelle, Marcos, and Mercedes; her sister, Dora Garza; sister-in-law, Dorothy Sierra and husband, John; brothers-in-law, Bonifacio Sanchez and wife, Alice, and Freddy Sanchez and wife, Sally; numerous nieces, nephews, close friends, and neighbors whom she loved dearly. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Marcos Sanchez. Margie was a devout member of the St. Edwin Catholic Church. There she was a member of the Legion of Mary and was a Eucharistic Minister. Margie retired from the Bernalillo County Treasurers office after 25 years of service. A Rosary will be recited Friday, May 29, 2009, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, May 30, 2009, 11:00 a.m., at St. Edwin Catholic Church, 2105 Barcelona SW. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Mattie Armenta, Bryan Gabaldon, Marc Valenzuela, Jason Sanchez, Jeffrey Sanchez, and Marcus Armenta will serve as pallbearers. Please visit our online guestbook for Margie at www.RememberTheirStory.com. French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
Published on: Fri May 29, 2009
SEMMLER --
Alfred J. Semmler, age 64, a resident of Los Lunas, NM, passed away Wednesday morning, May 27, 2009 from lung cancer. He was born and raised in New Jersey, moving to New Mexico in 1975 with his first wife and two children. He worked as a machinist, at first with UMSCO, then BF Goodrich (originally Gulton Industries). Alfred is survived by his two brothers, Paul and Henry; daughter, Dawn; son, Robert; two grandchildren, Michael and Haley; two nephews, Scott and Brian; and two nieces, Helaina and Rachel. A viewing will be held at Romero Funeral Home Chapel, on Friday, May 29, 2009 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. An informal "Irish" wake will be held on Saturday, May 30, 2009 at the Family Home, 41 Lake View Street, in Los Lunas between 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. Sign Alfred's online register book at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.
Published on: Fri May 29, 2009
YODER --
James R. Yoder, a loving and beloved husband and father passed away on Monday, May 25, 2009, following a courageous battle against cancer. Jim is survived by his wife, Dolly Yoder; his son, Stephen E. Yoder; step-daughters, Suzzette Higgins and husband, Jim, and Sandy DuBrock and husband, Greg; three grandchildren, Hayley, Alec and Stuart; his sister, Susie Yoder; and brothers, Mike Yoder and Richard Yoder and wife, Carolyn. Jim was a life long resident of Albuquerque and enjoyed an illustrious 43 year career at Sandia National Laboratories. Most recently, Jim led the Emergent Threats Organization in the Systems Assessment and Research Center. Prior, he led the Systems Technologies organization and was responsible for the development of sensor systems to acquire and analyze data from sources ranging from laser light to nuclear radiation. In 2003 Jim spent several months as a loaned executive helping establish the Information Analysis and Infrastructure Protection organization in the then new Department of Homeland Security. In 1995 Jim was appointed acting Director of Sandia's Advanced Information Technologies Center. The appointment ultimately led to a two-year assignment as Senior Planning Officer for the Directorate of Science and Technology at the Central Intelligence Agency. Jim continued with the CIA serving on two Senior Advisory Panels. Jim was a member of the Albuquerque Council on Foreign Relations, the AIAA, and the IEEE. Jim has authored many formal reports and journal articles and papers presented at national and international conferences. Jim shared his passion for reading and travel with his family by spearheading and accompanying his family on numerous trips. Jim has flown airplanes and hung around airports for over thirty years. The Yoder family wishes to thank all the wonderful friends and the care provided by Lovelace Hospital during Jim's battle. In keeping with Jim's stated wishes, there will be a private/family service only. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Although there will be no public memorial, please visit our online guestbook for Jim at RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
Published on: Fri May 29, 2009
