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ANDERSON -- James Melvin Anthony Anderson, of Albuquerque, New Mexico found peace June 27, 2009 at the age of 55. Loving husband of Nancy Anderson (nee Kopaczewski). Devoted father of Heather Duran and son-in-law Bernie. Adoring grandfather of Natalia, Gabriel and Lilliana. Further survived by his dear sister Karen and brother-in-law Jerry. Jim will be truly missed by his family and friends. Services for Jim will be held in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Arrangements are still pending.
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ARMIJO -- Jennifer Armijo, 32, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, went home to be with the Lord, Saturday, June 27, 2009. She is survived by her husband Pedro; son Malachi; parents Emily Ortiz and Norman Johnson; brother Vince and wife Lisa; niece Alex; and nephew Vince Jr. and many other relatives including the Armijo and Gonzales family and many friends. She was dearly loved and will be greatly missed. Cremation has taken place and Services will be held Thursday, July 2, 2009, 1:00 p.m. at Sandia Mountain Church of the Nazarene, 8216 Central SE. Please visit our online guestbook for Jennifer at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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CURTIS -- Raymond C. Services for Raymond C. Curtis, 91, of Cleburne, will be conducted at 10:00 a.m. Friday, July 3, 2009 in the Crosier-Pearson Cleburne Chapel. The Rev. Charles Payne will officiate. Burial will be in Bono Cemetery. Raymond C. Curtis passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2009 in Ft. Worth. He was born September 15, 1917 in Ayldelotte, OK to Ethan Talmadge Anna and Lloyd Price Curtis. He married Mary Carter on March 11, 1946 in Los Lunas, NM. Mr. Curtis served in the US Navy and was a pipefitter/sheetmetal worker for AT & Santa Fe Railroad. He was of the Presbyterian faith and was a member of the Alvarado VFW and Woodman of the World. Raymond Curtis is survived by his wife, Mary Curtis of Cleburne; daughter, Charlene Nichols and husband, Ronnie of Cleburne; son, Robert Curtis of Longmont, Colorado; grandchildren, Julie Dumas and husband, Erik, Warren Curtis and wife, Donya, Shelly Anderson; great-grandchildren, Hanna, Ryan, Lauren, Jerin, Raelei and Trinity; brothers, Roy W. Curtis and wife, Ruby, Kenneth Curtis and wife, Edith, Wilbur Curtis and wife, Hilda and Darrell Curtis and wife, Shirley and a host of other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his son, Roy Allen Curtis in 1984; three sisters; and one brother.
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DORCAS -- Duane Robert (Bob) Dorcas, 85 a resident of Albuquerque since 1956, died Monday, June 29, 2009. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Charlotte; his children, Stuart Dorcas and wife, Lisa, Debra Haugen, Pat Mason and husband, Terry, Christie Wiltse and husband, Jay; his nine grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother, Harry and wife, Jo; his sister, Suzy Stapes and husband, Ron; and sisters-in-law Kay, Anna, and Janet. Bob was preceded in death by his parents Harry and Hattie; sister, Nancy; and brothers, Charlie, John and Howard. Mr. Dorcas served as a camouflage painter during World War II and continued in the painting business for 45 years ending his career retiring from University of New Mexico in 1989. He was a great bowler, enjoyed playing golf (a hole in one to his credit!) and he and Charlotte spent many seasons attending Lobo basketball games. They both loved horse racing - even having a race named in honor of his 80th birthday at the 2003 State Fair. Upon his retirement, Bob began volunteering his time each week delivering Meals on Wheels, doing that loyally for 18 years. The family would like to express a special thanks to the staff at Kasemen Hospice for their kind and supportive care during his last days. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, July 10, 2009, 4:00 p.m., at French, Lomas Blvd. Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 2501 San Pedro NE. #116, Albuquerque, N.M. 87110. Please visit our online guestbook for Bob at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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FRANTZ -- Samuel C. Frantz, age 91, of Albuquerque, went to be with the Lord, Wednesday, July 1, 2009. Sam was born in Clinton, IN. He honorably served his country in the Army-Air Corps during WWII in the Pacific Theatre of Command. Sam moved to Albuquerque in 1957 where he met and married Kay in 1961. He enjoyed retirement, traveling with his wife, and became a grandfather at the age of 77. Sam will always be remembered as a "good and faithful servant of the Lord". He is survived by his wife, Kay; sons, Sam Jr. and wife Laura, Robert and wife Marlene; daughter, Crystal; grandchildren, Chad, Natalie, Kiersten, Jacob, and Matthew; brother, Carl and wife Mary Jane. A reception celebrating Sam's life will be held Monday, July 6, 2009 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., at French Mortuary Westside Location. Interment at Santa Fe National Cemetery will take place at a later date. French 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
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GARCIA -- Celestina Garcia passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2009. A Rosary for Mrs. Garcia will be recited on Friday, July 3, 2009 at 9:00 a.m. with Funeral Service to follow at 9:30 a.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary. Burial will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:30 a.m. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
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HECKLER -- Roberta S. Heckler, 73, a resident of Bernalillo, NM, passed away on June 28, 2009. Roberta was born on July 1, 1935 in Perth Amboy, New Jersey. Roberta was preceded in death by her brother Donald; mother Rae; and father Morris Stern. She is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, George B. Heckler; her daughter and son-in-law, Catherine and Allen Baca, her daughter Deborah Heckler; and granddaughter Brittany Heckler. Roberta was a graduate of UCLA and was an elementary school teacher. Once she married George they began their life together traveling throughout the world, including living in South America, the Middle East, and Asia. Roberta was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. She was a long time member of N.A.M.E., National Association of Miniature Enthusiasts, and enjoyed making and collecting miniatures. She was a great cook and loved traveling with her family. She will be remembered for her warmth, kindness, her smile and her love of life. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends worldwide. A Service will be held in Rio Rancho on Thursday, July 2, 2009 at 10 a.m. at Daniels Family Funeral Services, 4310 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124. This will be followed by the interment which will take place on Monday, July 6, 2009 at Eden Memorial Park, 11500 Sepulveda Blvd., Mission Hills, CA 91345. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in memory be made to the American Cancer Society, 10500 Montgomery Blvd. NE, Suite 300, Albuquerque, NM 87111.
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HOTOVEC -- Carolyn E. Hotovec, age 67, went to be with her Lord on June 28, 2009 in Albuquerque, She was born on June 3, 1942 to Clarence and Grace June Hotovec in Havelock, IA. Carolyn had a 30+ year career with US West Communications, and retired in 1997. She pursued her education and graduated with top honors with a degree in early childhood development from CNM. Carolyn enjoyed several years working as an educational assistant at Susie Reyes-Marmon Elementary School and was in the process of retiring from APS. She loved children and fostered several. Carolyn will be greatly missed and her memory will always be in our hearts. Carolyn is survived by her son, Gary Hotovec and wife, Dianna, two grandchildren, Megan and Emily Hotovec; her mother, G. June Hotovec; three sisters, Kathryn Bengtson (Harlan), Doris Stubbs (Bill), and Delores Edgington, (Charles); five brothers, John Hotovec (Ann), Douglas Hotovec (Dina), Dennis Hotovec (Patty), Jeffery Hotovec (Kathy) and Thomas Hotovec (Michael); three special nephews, Richard Stubbs, Jr., Robert Stubbs, Jr., and Brian Stubbs; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, and friends. Carolyn was preceded in death by her father, Clarence Hotovec; and grandparents on both sides. Recitation of the Most Holy Rosary will be held on Thursday, July 2, 2009, 7:00 p.m., at French - Wyoming Chapel. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, July 3, 2009, 10:30 a.m., at Sangre De Christo Catholic Church, 8901 Candelaria Rd. NE, with Father Chong as the Celebrant. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers memorial donation can be made in honor of Carolyn to Odyssey Hospice of NM, 5600 Wyoming NE, #10, Albuquerque, NM 87109. Please visit our online guestbook for Carolyn at RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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JENNINGS -- Mary Jean Jennings was born on August 29, 1923 and passed away on June 22, 2009. Cremation has taken place, along with a private family service. Arrangements in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663
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JOHNSON -- Glendora Johnson, age 87, a resident of Albuquerque since 1968 died Monday, June 29, 2009. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Milton; daughter Sheri Glen Schaefer and husband Mike, son Dean and wife Lynn; and four grandchildren, Sarah Kimberly (Jason), Shaun Schaefer (Meghan), Kelly Johnson, and Kristen Lamonde (Cory). Glendora was preceded in death by her parents Shube and Zola Robbins; and sisters Bonnie King and Helen Woods. Glendora and Milton were married in the First Baptist Church in Shawnee, Oklahoma in 1948. Glendora worked at Tinker Air Force Field in Oklahoma during WWII. She was a substitute teacher in Santa Fe, and later worked as an electrionics inspector in Albuquerque. Glendora enjoyed being a homemaker, sewing, cooking and doing ceramics. After retiring, Milt & Glen enjoyed traveling, dancing, golfing and playing bridge. Glendora was an incredible wife, mother, and grandmother who loved the Lord and her family with her whole heart and demonstrated that love in her actions. Memorial Service will be held at Daniels Family Funeral Home, 7601 Wyoming NE on Thursday, July 2, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. Those who wish to expess condolences may do so at: www.danielsfuneral.com
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LOYD -- Clifton O. Loyd, 67, a resident of Rio Rancho, passed away to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 30, 2009. Clifton was born February 23, 1942 the son of Odell and Meryl Lou Harris Loyd in Magdelena, New Mexico. He was a Construction Operating Engineer, owned and operated Loyd's Yard Service for 20 years, and enjoyed designing and crafting jewelry. He will be remembered as a very hard working man who deeply cherished and loved his family. A very loving husband to his wife, Ida. A very selfless and caring man to all. Clifton is survived by his wife of 30 years, Ida Loyd of Rio Rancho; step-daughter, Jeannie McKee and husband Larry of Albuquerque; step-son Bill David Boyd of Rio Rancho, NM; five grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; brother, Clinton Loyd and wife Beth; sister, Sharon D'Arcy; and numerous nieces and nephews. The Service will be held on Friday, July 3, 2009 at 2:30 p.m., in the Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho. Interment will follow in Vista Verde Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Clinton Loyd, Dennis Loyd, and Bill David Boyd. For those who wish, you may send your condolences to the family at www.danielsfuneral.com Arrangements are entrusted to Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87124 (505) 892-9920
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LYSTER -- George Norman Lyster was born on September 30, 1945 and passed away on June 20, 2009. At this, no services have been arranged. RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663
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MOLLEUR -- Dewey L. Molleur, passed away on June 30, 2009 with his family by his side. He is preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Ruth; daughter, Joyce Cohn; and sister, Florence Smith. He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Doris; his children Sharon Lanning, Susan Tarlowski, John "JD" Molleur, Scott Molleur; ten grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sister, Bernice Brown of Tulsa, OK. Dewey was born in Hominy, OK. He was an avid baseball fan with a true passion for sports. He was a proud member of the local 412 Plumbers and Pipefitters Union for 67 years. A Funeral Service will be held Friday, July 3, 2009, 11 a.m. at Christian Church in Los Alamos with Burial to follow at the Guaje Pines Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of : Berardinelli Family Funeral Service 1399 Luisa Street Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 984-8600
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MONTOYA -- Tillie Montoya, 82, a resident of Albuquerque passed away, June 30, 2009. Mrs. Montoya is survived by her children, Adelino Montoya Jr. and wife, Lucy, Jerry R. Montoya and wife, Isabel, John Walter Montoya and wife, Silvia, Patsy Perea and husband, Raymond; 12 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; her sister, Helen Martinez; many other extended family members. Mrs. Montoya was preceded in death by her husband, Adelino Montoya Sr.; and her son, Robert (Bobby) Montoya. Mrs. Montoya was a member of the Catholic Church. Visitation will be Thursday, June 2, 2009 at Holy Family Catholic Church, 563 Atrisco SW from 12:30 p.m. until 1:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 1:00 p.m. by Susie Perea. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated after the Rosary at 1:30, Father Steven Hickman, presider. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Thomas Montoya, Frank Armijo, Robert Montoya, Richard Gonzales, John A. Montoya and Nicholas Pina. Honorary pallbearers will be Fred Acosta, Ben Montoya, Leonard Montoya and Nathan Pina. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861 www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com
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MOON -- William C. Moon, CSM, US Army, (Ret.), 81, passed away Wednesday, July 1, 2009. He is survived by his spouse, Patricia; children, SSG William F. Moon, US Army, (Ret.) and wife, Sherry, Linda Fraschilla and husband, John and Maria Lopez; grandchildren, Anthony, Christopher and Jennifer Lopez, Aaron Moon, Cameron Leonard, Lillianna and Madison Fraschilla; and great-grandson Fabian. He is also survived by his extended family Jean Totzke children, Mike Totzke, Peggy Totzke and Becci Totzke and their children, Michael Totzke, Emma Scott, John and Laura Perea. He is also survived by his sister, Nora Yax and husband, Jud of Michigan as well as many friends. Mr. Moon served his country in the US Army during WWII, the Korean Conflict and Vietnam earning the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. Later he worked for and retired from the Bernalillo County Sheriffs Department. William loved the outdoors where he enjoyed hunting and fishing. Services will be Friday, July 3, 2009, 11:00 a.m., at French, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, with Burial to follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit French, Thursday, July 2, 2009, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Fraternal Order of Police Scholarship Fund, (505) 345-2639. Please visit our online guestbook for Mr. Moon at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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MUNYON -- Neil R. Munyon, 84, a resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, June 28, 2009. Born March 12, 1925 in Lincoln, NE to George Munyon and E. Grace Smith the middle of three sons. Grew up in Agra, KS, graduating from Agra Rural High School in May of 1943. Served in the U.S. Army Air Force August 1942 through January 1946. Assigned to Air Transport Command serving in New Guinea, Townsville, Australia and Manila, Philippine Islands. After the war he went to work for the Department of Energy as a security guard in Los Alamos, NM. There he met and married Mary Jane Steffens of Minneapolis, MN on May 28, 1949. Mary Jane died February 1984. Survived by seven children, Joan Davis of San Diego, CA, Thomas Munyon and wife, Utahna of Marysville, WA, Elizabeth Sawyer and husband, Daniel of Sacramento, CA, Claire Robertson and husband, Terry of Oceanside, CA, Carolyn Garcia and husband, L. Bert of Albuquerque, Virginia Lupinek and husband, Danny of Henderson, NV and Mark Munyon and wife, Donna of Ventura, CA; brother, Dwaine Munyon and wife, Connie of Lincoln, NE; 11 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren and one more on the way. Neil moved to Rio Rancho after retiring in 1985. There he met and married Marie Hubbs in 1991. They were together until Marie's passing in January of 2008. Just last September, Neil moved to Albuquerque to be closer to Carolyn and Bert. Neil became a member of the Roman Catholic Church in November of 1950 after having been raised Methodist. Through his generosity he helped support Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Los Alamos, St. Thomas Aquinas in Rio Rancho and had begun to contribute to St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Albuquerque. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus for 50 plus years. He was also very generous to all he met in his own very giving way. He will surely be missed by many. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, July 1, 2009, 6:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, July 2, 2009, 9:00 a.m., at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1818 Coal SE. Interment will take place at 1:00 p.m., at Guaje Pines Cemetery in Los Alamos, NM. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the American Cancer Society, 10501 Montgomery Blvd. NE Suite 300, Albuquerque, NM 87111. Please visit our online guestbook for Neil at www.RememberTheirStory.com French 1111 University Blvd. NE. (505) 843-6333
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PADILLA -- Michael A. In Loving Memory Of Michael A. Padilla July 2, 1974 - March 10, 1995 We Love You Forever Your Family and Friends
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PETROPOULOS -- Dora Petropoulos, age 72, most beloved wife and mother, passed away on Monday, June 29, 2009. She is survived by her husband, George Petropoulos; daughter Helen Petropoulos, two sisters, Kiki Matsika and Toula Matsika, and other family members. She will be missed and loved always. A visitation will be held on Thursday, July 2, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. at Daniels Family Funeral Services Palm Chapel, 1100 Coal Ave. SE. Funeral Services will follow on Friday, July 3, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at St. George Greek Orthodox Church, 308 High St. SE. In lieu of flowers, please make charitable donations to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation or a favorite charity. 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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QUINTANA -- Josephine G. Quintana, 75, a resident of Albuquerque passed away peacefully at home on June 29, 2009. Mrs. Quintana is survived by her loving husband of 52 years Mr. Horacio Quintana; her children, Jenny Gonzalez and husband, Norosvaldo, Dolores Pohl and companion Anthony Saiz, Eloy Quintana and companion, Norma Ballejos, Monica Quintana, Evelyn Sedillo and husband, Herman, Eli Quintana and companion, Patricia Miranda, and Chris Quintana and wife, Jennifer; her sisters, Alicia Duran, Lucia Gutierrez, Beatrice DeVos and husband, Al, and Lillian Meyers and husband, Don; her brother, Henry Martinez and wife, Mary; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; goddaughter, Patricia Gutierrez; her aunt, Tillie Maes; and many, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Quintana was a member of the Catholic Church; a dedicated member to the Legion of Mary since 1972; past Treasurer for Nuestra Senora de Nuevo Mexico, Comitium; Correspondent for the North Curia as a member of Our Lady of the Divine Mercy, praesidium for the past 12 years and serving as President, Vice President, and Treasurer; member of the Blue Army; member of the Catholic Daughters, Court of St. Joseph #2523 where she served as financial secretary; she was a Eucharistic Minister for St. Joseph Catholic Church and also served the home bound; and a member of the Charismatic movement. Visitation will Thursday, July 2, 2009 from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., at St. Josephs on the Rio Grande Catholic Church, 5901 St. Joseph Pl NW, with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by the Legion of Mary. Final visitation will be Friday, July 3, 2009 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., Monsignor Lambert Luna, presider. Committal Service will be held at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:00 a.m. Pallbearers will be Norosvaldo Gonzalez, Herman Sedillo, Anthony Saiz, Victor Contreras, Dominic Quintana, and Richard Turrietta Jr. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861 www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com
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RIVERA -- Josephine A. Rivera was born on May 14, 1932 and passed away on June 18, 2009. At this, no services have been arranged. RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663
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RODGERS -- James Garner Rodgers, a resident of Albuquerque since 1949, died June 28, 2009 while visiting family in California. He was born October 22, 1930 on a farm near Mena, Arkansas. His childhood home was near Carlsbad, New Mexico, and he moved to Albuquerque to attend the University of New Mexico, where he graduated with a B.A. and then an M.A. degree in education. It was at UNM where he met his wife, Patsy Burke Rodgers. They married in 1950. He began his long career in education as a classroom teacher in 1952, and also taught night school courses for newly arrived immigrants. He was an elementary school principal for two years, served as president of the New Mexico Education Association, and was executive secretary of the Albuquerque Classroom Teachers Association. He then returned to his first love in teaching, the elementary school classroom. His career in education in Albuquerque spanned 35 years. After Jim and Pat's retirement from teaching in 1987, they enjoyed traveling, and were able to visit all of the continents except Antarctica. Jim also spent his adult life deeply involved in church activities. At UNM he was a music team leader at the Baptist Student Union, and later served as music director at Edith Street Baptist Church and then Parkview Baptist Church. For the past 37 years he has been active in many aspects of Del Norte Baptist Church activities. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Pat; children Karen Grosskopf and her husband, Jack, of Austin, Texas; Dr. Kevin Rodgers and his wife, Dr. Anne Geroski, of Burlington, Vermont; and Kayla Calkins and her husband, Don, of Laguna Niguel, California. He was predeceased by his daughter Kathy Hauser in 2005. Jim was very proud of and greatly enjoyed the company of his nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. As he was a teacher in life, he will continue to help educate medical students at the University of California, Irvine through the donation of his remains to their willed body program. A Memorial Service will be held at Del Norte Baptist Church, 5800 Montgomery Blvd. NE on Friday, July 3, 2009 at 2 p.m. For those who wish to do so, donations in Jim's name can be made to the Scholarship Fund of Del Norte Baptist Church.
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SACHS -- Mary C. In Loving Memory March 20, 1911 - July 2, 1998 My beautiful mom, how I miss you! You've been gone eleven years today, even though it feels like we lost you three years prior. You were stricken with a horrible disease! It robbed you of everything you had and even of who you were. You were no longer the mom I knew, nor would you ever be the mom I wanted you to be. Strength, understanding and patience were needed to cope with the unknown. You are at peace now and I choose to focus on the wonderful memories we made together throughout the years. Looking back, remembering how strong and smart you were, stirs so much inside of me. You were gifted in so many ways, and when I grew up I realized how wise you really were. I can only hope and pray that when my time is up, I will be worthy of joining you and dad once again. For now I remain always - Your Loving Daughter, Angeline Sachs Velasquez
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WELCH -- Jeni Leigh Smith McGee Welch was born on July 21, 1954 to Doctors Claire Marie and Harold Smith in Denver, Colorado. She is survived by her mother, Claire Smith Peoples; brothers, Harold Smith and wife, Sharon, Kent Smith and wife, Marie; nieces, Hillary and Hannah; and nephews, Joshua and Jared. She was a member of St. Matthew's Episcopal Church in Los Lunas. Jeni came to New Mexico to stay with her mother in April 2008 after graduating from Maric College in California with a summa cum laude certificate in Administrative Medical Assistance. From September 2008 to February 2009, she served an internship in medical coding at the University of New Mexico Health Science Center. She loved and was beloved by her family, colleagues and many friends. Jeni fought valiantly and without complaint with cancer of the esophagus and brain. She passed away on Friday, June 5, 2009 at home, surrounded by loved ones. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, July 4, 2009 at St. Matthew's Episcopal Church (chapel of the old training school in Los Lunas) at 11:00 a.m. A celebration of Jeni's life will be held after her Service. In lieu of flowers, please remember Jeni through a donation to the St. Matthew's Episcopal Church Building Fund, c/o Reverend Robert Mundy, P.O. Box 663, Tome, NM 87060. Sign Jeni's online register book at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.
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