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VELASQUEZ -- Joe Arthur Velasquez, 21, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on December 29, 2009. Joe is survived by his parents, Tony and Theresa Velasquez; his daughters, Serenity Velasquez, and Emilie Coon-Velasquez; two sisters, Michelle Velasquez, and Desiree Castro and husband, Robert; grandmother, Margaret Velasquez; grandfather, Seledon Lopez; nephews, David Sainz and Anthony Castro; nieces, Brianna Sainz and Jaynessa Castro; and several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Joe was preceded in death by his grandmother, Priscilla Lopez; and grandfather, Tony Velasquez Sr. Visitation will be Sunday, January 3, 2010 from 2:30 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW, with a Rosary to be recited at 3:00 p.m. Final visitation will be Monday, January 4, 2010 from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. at St. Anne Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal Rd. SW, with a Communion Service at 9:00 a.m., Deacon Tibo Chavez, presider. Interment will follow at Fairview Park Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Robert Castro, Christopher Lopez, Mark Lopez, Pete A. Juarez Jr., Seledon Sanchez, and Wade Lopez. Honorary pallbearers will be Levy Lopez, Marcelo Lopez, Patricia Sena, Louie Lopez, John Cordova, Ernie Lucero, Carlos Gonzalez, Silver Gonzalez, Gabriella Adams, Dora Lucero, Tanya Lucero, and Antoinette Juarz.. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861 www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com
        Published on: Sat January 02, 2010

ABEYTA -- Alex A., Jr., 76, passed away Wednesday, December 30, 2009. He is survived by his wife, Yvonne of 52 years; daughter, Lisa and husband, Tim; daughter, Lucinda; and son, Alex III and wife, Anita. Nine grandchildren, Justin, Matthew, Alex, Samantha, Alexis, Alyssa, Christopher, Addy and Avari. He was preceded in death by his son, Adrian and daughter, Stephanie. He was born in Socorro, NM to Remedios and Alex Abeyta Sr. on January 30, 1933. He graduated from Deming High School where he excelled in many sports. Upon graduation, he enlisted in the Air Force and was stationed in the Canal Zone at Albrook Air Force Base. He was a Bi-Lingual air traffic controller and instructor and was honorably discharged in 1959. He then enrolled at New Mexico Western College where he earned his Bachelor Degree. He continued his education at the University of Wyoming where he earned his Juris Doctor. He returned to Albuquerque where he started a successful family business with his lifelong friend and business partner Gordon Bernell. He was Bernalillo County Manager for 10 yrs., Bernalillo County Treasurer for four yr. term, and Deputy Treasurer for three yrs. He was currently working for the NM Governors Commission on Disability. He was loved and respected by many, many people and will be dearly missed. A viewing will be held at 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. before the Rosary. Rosary will be recited Mon. January 4, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. and the Mass will be celebrated Tuesday 10:00 a.m. at the Church of the Risen Savior, 7701 Wyoming NE. 505-821-1571.
        Published on: Sun January 03, 2010

AIRMET -- Elliot Airment, 94, a resident of Albuquerque since 1958, died peacefully of age-related incidences on December 28, 2009. He was born in Salt Lake City Utah September 7, 1915 to Elliot S. Airmet Sr and Amanda Olsen. He married Norma Grover on November 7, 1941 one month before Pearl Harbor. Elliot is survived by his wife, Norma, of 68 years and Four children, Barb Jacob (Bob Carson) of Albuquerque; Beverly Randall (Stan) of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada: Douglas (Donnelly) of Pocatello, Idaho' and Wayne (Katheine) of Layton, Utah. They have 16 grandchildren, and 13 great grandchildren. He is survived by one sister, Bette Jones of Auburn, CA and many nieces and nephews. Elliot graduated from the University of Utah in 1939, and received an MBA from the University of Chicago in 1958. In September of 1941, he graduated in the first class of aeronautical engineers in the US Army Air Corps. He served his country faithfully until he retired in 1961 as a LT Colonel in the Air Force. He then worked for Sandia Laboratory until he retired in 1978. He was always busy working at something--reroofing the house, gardening, bowling and playing golf with his buddies. He was an excellent woodworker and carpenter. Elliot is remembered by his kindness and gentleness, the twinkle in his eye and his quit sense of humor. He was a firm believer in education, and proud of the fact that his children and grandchildren (so far) have graduated from college. Cremation has taken place. A memorial and celebration of his life will be held in early summer. In lieu of flowers, you may send contributions to the Cosmopolitan Women's Club Scholarship Fund, 5216 Westwind NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111 or the charity of your choice. Those who wish to express condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. Elliot's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd, NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
        Published on: Sun January 03, 2010

ARAGON -- Julia Aragon, age 89, a life-long resident of Belen, NM, passed away into the loving arms of our Holy Father on New Years Day with her family by her side. Julia was preceded in death by her husband, Camilio; son, Danny and daughter, Rosalie. Julia is survived by her four loving daughters, Linda Montoya and husband, Alfred, Jo Anne Chavez and husband, Rudy, Gloria Sanchez and husband, Nap; and Evangeline Valles; eight grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. A viewing will be held at Romero Funeral Home Chapel, on Sunday, January 3, at 1:00 p.m. with a rosary to be recited at 2:00 p.m. A final visitation will be held at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church, at 9:30 a.m. with a Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. with Father Stephen Schultz presiding. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Belen Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be her grandchildren. Sign Julia's online register book at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM. Romero Funeral Home 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM. (505) 864-8501
        Published on: Sun January 03, 2010

AUSTIN -- Robert H., 79, died Wednesday, December 30, 2009. Bob was born in Amarillo, Texas, on November 15, 1930. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Mary Kelly Austin of Albuquerque; brother Pal and wife Jane Austin of Clayton, NM; daughter Carol and her husband Dr. George Birks of Pueblo, CO; daughter Cecilia and her husband Christian Andersen of Albuquerque; son Joseph and his wife Rhoanna Austin of Seattle, WA; daughter Mary Kay Austin of Albuquerque; son Robert Austin of Albuquerque; son Patrick and his wife Sharon Austin of Albuquerque; son John Austin of Albuquerque; grandchildren Ryan Andersen and his wife Lauren; Matthew Andersen and his wife Kerri; Christian Austin; Laurie Birks; Cheryl Austin; Brian Birks; David Birks and his wife Katie; Michael Broderick; Nathan Broderick; Katie Andersen; Mariah Austin; and Katie Austin and numerous nieces and nephews. Bob was preceded in death by his parents Claude and Helen Austin; brothers Bill, George, Walter, Charlie and James Austin; and Sister Jean McCorkle. Bob was a member of the Texas National Guard from 1948 to 1949 and served in the U.S. Air Force from 1952 to 1956. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from St. Mary's University in San Antonio, TX, in 1964 and retired from Sandia National Laboratories in 1993 after more than 37 years of service. He was a member of St. Bernadette Catholic Church for 17 years and a founding member of John XXIII Catholic Community. Bob was active in organizing and judging the New Mexico Pageant of bands for more than 20 years. He loved his family and friends, Vallecito Lake. CO and University of Texas football. A rosary and Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated beginning at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 5, 2010 at John XXIII Catholic Community. The family wishes to thank Dr. Gerald Brown , Dr. B. Kulkarni, Patricia Fernandez of Presbyterian Health Services, and the staff of Kaseman Presbyterian Hospice. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital. Please visit our online guestbook for Kenneth at www.RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
        Published on: Sun January 03, 2010

BENNETT -- Stephen Nahshon, April 19, 1984 to January 3, 2008. For 2 years now you fly through the heavens with the Angels. We cannot find the words to describe how much we miss you. Our lives are forever changed. We look to the day when we meet again Hito but for now rest in God's arms never to be forgotten, forever young, forever loved. Love, Mom, Livia, Grandma, Grandpa, Nina and the rest of the family.
        Published on: Sun January 03, 2010

C DE BACA -- Marie C. was born February 11, 1928 in Las Vegas, New Mexico to Arsenio Vicente C de Baca and Lucy Guerin. On December 27, 2009, in the soft stillness of a Pacific NW night, Marie gracefully took the hand of her LORD, with her daughter, Pamela, by her side. Mass and burial will be held Monday, January 4, 2010 at 10:30 a.m. at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery Chapel, Albuquerque, 7999 Wyoming Blvd NE. A true New Mexican, Marie's genealogy dates back to the Onate Spanish re-settlement, the Mexican Period and the U.S. Territorial Period continuing through Statehood. Marie was honored to have strong family roots in NM. Marie felt blessed to share her history with all who would listen. It was not unusual for Marie to sing "Oh Fair New Mexico" to her family members. Marie attended Catholic School in Las Vegas, NM. Marie was awarded a special scholarship to Loretto Heights Catholic College in Denver, Co. Deciding to pursue a career in education, Marie chose to earn a teaching degree from Highlands University. Marie was a student teacher at the Head Start Program in West Las Vegas. Marie taught for the Bernalillo Public School System, where she retired. Marie was a reading specialist at the Santo Domingo School and later an elementary education teacher at Carroll Elementary, with specialized training in bilingual education. Marie lived in Bernalillo until about 2005 and was a member of Our Lady of Sorrows Parish. Marie is survived by her two daughters, Cecilia Frances Farris and Pamela Marie Valverde-Smith (Todd). Marie is survived by her grandchildren Roberta Guzman (Orlando), Celeste Miller, Yvette Vargas (Donald), Nicole Smith, Daniel Smith, Jacob Smith, Mikaela Smith. Marie is also survived by her great-grandchildren Jackie Guzman, Ashley Guzman, Lupe Espinosa and Ryan Miller and William Miller. Preceded by Fabian Espinosa. Marie is survived by "always baby brother" Leroy C de Baca and his good wife Anne; three nieces Leanne Weaver (Jeff), Dianne Yoss (Mark), Roxanne Burgos (Mario); four nephews Larry C de Baca (Amy), Anthony C de Baca (Melody), Gene C de Baca and Mike (Ingrid); great-nieces Devan, Lauren, Erin, Julieanne, Jenna, Ashley, Elice and Taylor; great-nephews Jacob, Jeff, Anthony, Griffin and Ethan; great-grand nephew Dakota. Marie's eldest brother Arsenio preceded her in death (spouse Carmen) "For Death is no more than a turning of us over from time to eternity"-William Penn.
        Published on: Sun January 03, 2010

CARANTA -- Margaret Alberta Hunt Caranta, born July 19, 1917 passed quietly Tuesday afternoon December 29, 2009 after a month long battle with illness. She was preceded by her parents Albert and Nellie Hunt and by her husband of 60 years James. She is survived by her sister Mary Crump and Mary's children, her only son, Robert (Robbie) and Robert's partner in life, Lois Wetherill; grandchildren and greatgrandchildren, Christopher Caranta, Carissa Caranta and friend, Jerrel Bryant, Cassandra Holsten and husband, Sgt. Jeremy Holsten USMC, and their son Preston James, Christina Caranta and her daughter Raymie Marie, Joshua Hacker and his daughter, Haylee Autumn. Arrangements are pending. French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Sun January 03, 2010

CHAVEZ -- Levi A. Chavez, age 14, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Wednesday, December 30, 2009. Levi was born on July 9, 1995 in Albuquerque, NM. Levi was a very loyal friend who enjoyed going to the movies and playing games with his friends. Levi attended Comanche Elementary School, Cleveland Middle School, and was currently a freshman at Sandia High School. His teachers loved him very much and he was selected to be a student aide at Cleveland Middles School and a nurse's aide at Sandia High School. His family is very proud of him being a straight "A" student and an Honors student in Math. He played YAFL football and ran track in elementary and middle school. He loved running and wanted to be on the track and baseball teams at Sandia High. Levi was musically talented and was able to play the bass clarinet and saxophone. He was a Philadelphia Eagles fan. Levi was an expert on electronics, especially, cell phones and video games. Above all, Levi was a wonderful son, brother, grandson, cousin and friend. He was a very generous person who thought of others before himself. He loved to laugh and make other people laugh as well. Levi is preceded in death by his great-grandmother, Lola Chavez; aunt, Jeanne Griego; uncles, Anthony Chavez and Wuilfredy Archila. He is survived by his mother and step-father, Dalia and Donald Sabaugh; father and step-mother, Alfred A. and Leah Chavez; siblings, Christy Galindo, Miguel Galindo, Raquel Chavez; step-siblings, Theresa and Donny Sabaugh, Nicole and Nevan LaBo; grandparents, Dora and Francisco Archila and Maggie and Alfonso Chavez; aunts and uncles, Francisco and Delia Archila, Lorena Archila, Kira Archila, Hercy and Paco Hidalgo, and Tony Archila, Pat and Doug Fleming, Dina and John Mann, Arnie Chavez, Gene and Sherry Chapman, and Shelley Sabaugh; many cousins and friends. The Viewing and Service will be held on Wednesday at Hoffmantown Church. The service times will be published once they are confirmed. 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: Sun January 03, 2010

CHAVEZ -- Rosella "Queenie", 69, loving wife, mother and grandmother went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 29, 2009. She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Abe Chavez; six children Debbie Williams and husband Jon, Dee Mendoza and husband Andrew, Donna Lonteen, Abe Chavez, Jr., Dina Davidson, and David Chavez and wife Jeanne; father Fidel Gonzales; sister Helen Garcia; eight grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Rosella was an ordained minister who graduated from Rhema Bible College. She was very active in home bible studies and was active in Healing Rooms Albuquerque. Rosary will be recited on Sunday, January 3, 2010, 2:00 p.m. at French Lomas Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Celebration Service will be Monday, January 4, 2010, 10:00 a.m. at Glorybound Ministries, 11913 Menaul Blvd. NE, Albuquerque. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations are suggested to Glorybound Ministries. Please visit the online guestbook for Rosella at www.RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
        Published on: Sun January 03, 2010