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MEDINA -- Ruth A. Medina, 84, died May 7, 2010. Born in Monte Vista, CO on August 17, 1925, she was a graduate of Adams State Teachers College. She taught elementary school in Dulce, NM and in the APS school system. Ruth raised children, her own, and others with legendary zeal and warmth. She was a great cook, generous to family and friends, and left a lasting impression on those she met and whose lives she touched. She is survived by her three children, Cassandra Medina, Patrick Medina and Veronica Medina; her brother, Alfred Archuleta; seven grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and two great great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, Thaddeus Medina; her parents, Alfred and Rose Archuleta; and her husband, Alfonso E. Medina. She was a fountain of love and kindness and will live in our hearts forever. Services for Mrs. Medina will be held on Thursday, May 13, 2010 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church where the Holy Rosary will be recited at 10:00 a.m. and the Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. A reception will follow at the family home. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
        Published on: Tue May 11, 2010

MILLER -- Margery Simms Miller, 81, died May 6, 2010. She was born January 24, 1929 in Dulce, NM. She was preceded in death by her parents, Rev. and Mrs. J. Denton Simms; brothers, Harper, Donald, Richard; and sister May Denham. She is survived by her brother David and wife Betty Lou Simms of Albuquerque; her daughters, Dennie Miller of Rio Rancho, NM, Melinda and husband Carey Matthews of Buckeye, AZ, Beth Miller of Los Lunas, NM; and grandson, Clay Gayet of Austin, TX. She enjoyed music, taking care of her rescue dogs and volunteering at a local Alzheimer's facility. A memorial service will be held at Immanuel Presbyterian Church, 114 Carlisle, SE at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 12, 2010. A reception will follow.
        Published on: Tue May 11, 2010

NEFF -- Jack Neff passed away on Friday, May 7, 2010 after a short illness. Jack was lifelong resident of New Mexico. He was born in Raton July 27, 1931 and lived most of his life in Albuquerque. He was in the US Army and US Air Force and retired from General Electric. Jack was preceded in death by his father, Floyd M.; mother, Margaret; brother, Floyd R.; daughter, Susie; and two great grandsons, Alex and Kyle. He is survived by two sisters, Shirley (Pat) and husband Robert O'Hara, and Margaret; two brothers, Bruce and wife Rexene and Robert and wife Ann; his daughter Lisa and husband Greg Heimer; son Keith and his wife Kristen; and son Kevin and his wife Renee; his grandchildren, Alicia and husband Joe, Suzanne and fiance Peter, Michelle and husband Travis, Samantha and husband Seth, Robyn, Kristina, Savannah and Chandler; as well as four great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Jack's children wish to thank Bruce, Rexene, and his wonderful neighbors, Bill and Del for their care and support.
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OTERO -- Cecelia D. Otero, 75, was received unto our Lord Jesus on May 8, 2010. She was born on November 22, 1934 in Winslow, AZ to Lucas and Matilde Dominguez; she was married to Wilfred Otero on July 2, 1956 and made their home together for 54 years in Los Lunas, NM. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend to many, Cecelia will be remembered for her 25 years of service as a special education teachers' aide at the Los Lunas Hospital and Training School, as an active member of her church, San Clemente Parish, for her award winning chili, and for her wonderful faith and nurturing spirit. Cecelia was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers, Lucas and Jose; and her sister Leonor. She is survived by her husband; her four children, Alfred Otero and his wife Twyla of Moriarty, NM, Bernadette Picchione and her husband Tim of Rio Rancho, NM, Jacqueline Otero and her partner Oscar Portillo of Albuquerque, NM, and Luke Otero and his wife Darlene of Santa Fe, NM; her eight grandchildren, Pamela Brandt and her husband Joshua of Glendale, AZ, Phillip Otero of Los Lunas, NM, Adam Picchione and his fiance Sarah of Post Falls, ID, Bryan Picchione and his fiance Lesley of Bernalillo, NM, Samantha Picchione of Rio Rancho, NM, Alyssa Sanchez and her husband Brian of Santa Fe, NM, Lucas Otero and Victoria Otero of Santa Fe, NM; her 11 great- grandchildren, Jacob, Jeffery, Madelyn, Baby Brandt, Sharon, Ryan, Lexie, Annalisa, Selena, Dominik, and Jaden; her sisters, Clara OCampo of San Bernardino, CA, Frances Chacon of Mesa, AZ, Mary Dominguez of Hayward, CA, and Angie Diaz of Bellflower, CA; and her many nieces, nephews and dear friends. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 12, 2010 at 6:30 p.m. followed by a rosary at 7:30 p.m. at San Clemente Parish in Los Lunas, NM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, May 13, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. at San Clemente Parish. Pallbearers will be Cecelia's grandsons, Phillip, Adam, Bryan and Lucas, her godson Dominic Otero, her nephew Walter O'Campo, and Oscar Portillo. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861 www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com
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RIVERA -- Virginia I. Rivera, beloved wife, mother and grandmother went home to be with the Lord, Sunday, May 9, 2010. Services are pending and will be announced. Those who wish to express their condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. Virginia's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth Street NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160
        Published on: Tue May 11, 2010

ROBBINS -- Mary Evelyn Robbins A memorial service to celebrate the life of Mary Evelyn Robbins will be held at the Hilton Hotel, 1901 University Blvd. NE on May 15,2010 at 4:00 p.m. A reception will follow the service.
        Published on: Tue May 11, 2010

RUIZ -- Mr. Leopoldo Ruiz, 82, passed away on Friday, May 7, 2010. He was born in Las Vegas, NM on May 2, 1928 to Mariano and Lupita Ruiz and was the oldest of ten children. Mr. Ruiz was preceded in death by his loving wife Mauricia "Maureen" Ruiz and his son Russell Ruiz. He is survived by his children; Steve Ruiz, Rebecca Dyble and Genova Herrera and family in San Jose, CA. He is also survived by his remaining siblings; Salvador Ruiz and wife Lydia, Della Adams, Fredelina "Freddie" Palza and husband Mario, Helen Angel and husband Alfonso, Lydia Ruiz, Eloy Ruiz and wife Maria and Laida Martinez; as well as his grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and extended family. Mr. Ruiz was a disabled veteran (active member of the VFW) who served in the US Navy during the Korean War. He was a barber for most of his early life, enjoyed fishing and tending to his garden and raising his own green chili which he gave to neighbors, friends and family. He loved his children and grandchildren very much and was a kind, loving and tender man. We will miss him very much! A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 am on Friday, May 14, 2010 at Holy Family Church, 562 Atrisco SW. A reception will follow immediately after the Mass in the church hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. Interment will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at a later date.
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SALAS -- Henry Salas, age 74, beloved brother, uncle and friend, passed away Wednesday, April 28, 2010. He was born on July 3, 1935 in Guadalupe, NM to the late Alberto and Cleofas Salas, and was a resident of Albuquerque. He was veteran of the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict and was a carpenter by trade. Henry is survived by his loving sisters and brother, Celia Manley, Monica Ortiz, Susie Gonzales and husband Alex, and Ronald Salas; numerous nieces, nephews; other relatives and friends. Henry will forever be remembered and loved by all. A rosary will be recited Thursday morning at 8:00 a.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, where the Service of Christian Burial will be at 9:00 a.m. Interment will be at Mt. Carmel Cemetery, on Edith between El Pueblo and Ranchitos Road. Casket Bearers will be Alex Gonzales, Sandie Gonzales, Pete Marez, Erlina Gonzales, Scotty McDougle and Pula Gonzales. Honorary Bearer will be Victor Gonzales. Those who wish to express their condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. Henry's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth Street NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160
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SHELTON -- Martin Shelton, 85, passed away May 8, 2010. Those who wish to express condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com Martin's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd, NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
        Published on: Tue May 11, 2010

STEVENSON -- Martin J. Stevenson PhD, passed from this life May 1, 2010. "Marty" as he preferred to be called, was a true friend to everyone, and always had a kind word for all. A 20 year resident of Albuquerque, Marty was born June 10, 1946 in Syracuse, NY to Frederick and Florence Stevenson. He graduated from Syracuse University with a BS in Mechanical Engineering, and a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University in 1972. He started his career at AT&T Bell Laboratories, with 19 years service at Sandia National Laboratories. He was the beloved husband of Paulette (Crawford) Stevenson for 28 years; Marty was the father of two sons, David Stevenson, wife Guenn, with three children, of Florida and Randy Stevenson, wife Ann, with two children, of California. Marty will forever be remembered by his in-laws, Jay and Brenda Denney daughter Melissa, and James and Lyn Crawford, son James, all of Indiana. He will be missed by countless other friends who were fortunate enough to know him. He was an avid sailor, and cherished his 34 foot Hunter Sailboat, "Windependent". He and his sailing friends spent many happy days sailing and racing at Elephant Butte Lake. Marty loved to travel with Paulette, read, have fun with friends and relatives and most of all spend time enjoying life. Marty touched the lives of many with his smile and generosity, and his gentle nature will be missed. Friends are invited to attend a memorial service on Saturday, May 15, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. at French - Lomas Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (Lomas & Eubank), Albuquerque, NM 87111. The family requests that Memorial Donations to honor Marty's life be sent to benefit the Purdue Foundation, 403 W Wood Street, West Layfayette, IN 47907-2007. Please visit our online guestbook for Marty at www.RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
        Published on: Tue May 11, 2010