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ORTEGA -- TOMASITA LOPEZ Born in Lower Ojito, NM on October 20, 1934 passed away on Saturday, July 16, 2011. She was preceded in death by her father, Abenago Lopez; mother, Dolcelcina Lopez; step-mother, Ermina Lopez; first husband, George Lopez; second husband, Jose O. Ortega; sister, Lillian Lopez; step-son, Samuel Lopez; and granddaughter, Rhealyn Lopez. She was a sister to Herminio Lopez and wife Andrea, Jose Lopez and companion Evelyn Rodriguez, Lillian Lopez and husband Nemecio, Celina Lopez, Kate Casados and husband Ermino, Annabel Fresquez and husband Albeno, Naomi Romero and husband Louis, Gloria Lovato and husband Raymond and Irene Rodriguez and husband Roger; step-children: Samuel Lopez and Nora Leyba and husband Ruben; children: Lynn Rodriguez and husband Rudy, Mary Mondragon, Herbert Lopez and companion Christina, Barbara Vigil and husband Max, Tami Gonzalez and husband Frank, Jerry Lopez and wife Bernadette, George Lopez, Jr. and wife Erica; 28 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; 5 great-great grandchildren and numerous other relatives and friends. Public Visitation will be held on Monday, July 18, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. in the Sangre de Cristo Chapel of DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory. Memorial service will be held on Wednesday, July 20, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at the Penasco Church of Christ. The family of Tomasita Lopez-Ortega has entrusted the care of their beloved one to DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory of the Espanola Valley. 505-747-7477, www.devargasfuneral.com
        Published on: Tue July 19, 2011

RIOS -- KATHRYN M. (WILKINS) Age 22, of Amherst, NH and Albuquerque, NM, died Saturday, July 9th of complications of Lupus while studying Sustainable Development in Nicaragua. She was the daughter of Tom and Sally Wilkins of Amherst, and the wife of Luis A. Rios, an Iraq War Veteran from Texas. Kathy, who had played field hockey and lacrosse at Souhegan High School, was a determined and passionate young woman who refused to let her health prevent her from living her life to the fullest. She was a Latin American Studies and Economics major at the University of New Mexico. Kathy loved the Red Sox and the Celtics. She enjoyed going out with friends and long walks with her dog. She was proud of her Scottish heritage and her Catholic faith, and passionate about social justice and development in Latin America. Kathy always loved to travel. She went to Australia as a Student Ambassador with People to People in 2004. After several visits to San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, she spent a summer there working at the Centro Bilingue. She and Luis kept an ever-growing list of the places they planned to visit. In addition to her husband and her parents, Kathy leaves two sisters and their husbands, Rachel and Steve Martus of Milford, Becky and Neil Herrick of Waterville, VT; two brothers, Isaac Wilkins of Amherst and Aaron Wilkins of Charleston, SC; her mother-in-law, Maria Antonieta Torres of Anthony, TX and sister-in-law, Erinna Rios of Albuquerque; Grandparents, Barbara and Gerry Wilkins of Amherst; numerous cousins, aunts, uncles and friends, and a beloved dog, Sancho. Waiting to greet her in Heaven were her maternal grandparents, Mac and Nancy Dunbar of Hollis. There are no calling hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, July 20th at 10:00 am in St. Patrick's Church, 34 Amherst Street, Milford, NH. A Memorial Service will be held in Albuquerque at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Heifer Project International, the Lupus Foundation, or local humane societies. Arrangements are in the care of Smith & Heald Funeral Home, 63 Elm Street, Milford. To leave an online condolence, please go to www.smith-heald.com
        Published on: Tue July 19, 2011

ROMERO -- JOSIE MARIA ESTELLA SANCHEZ 1927-2011 On February 5, 1927 Josie Maria Estella Sanchez Romero entered this world, a beautiful daughter, born unto Juan P. Sanchez and Lucinda Chavez Sanchez. Mrs. Romero was called to join them in eternal rest today, July 16, 2011, as her entire family prayed by her side. Josie also joins her husband of 55 years, Jose' Baltazar Romero; her son, Floyd Wilfred Romero; brothers, sisters, and their spouse, Carlota Romero and husband, Trinidad, Delfido Sanchez and wife, Agnes, Priscilla Romero and husband, Boleslo, Lucy Jaramillo and husband, Menard, Melvin Sanchez, Arsenio Sanchez, Lorraine Chavez and husband, Sylverio, Jenny Chavira, Evangeline Aragon and husband, Antonio; several brothers and sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins and special friends. Josie is survived by her daughters, Sara Romero Casias and Ida Romero Perea; grandchildren, Yvonne Casias-Young, Myron Perea, William Casias and wife, Renee, Mary Jo Lucero and husband, Mark, Joseph Romero and Aaron Romero; great-grandchildren, DeVon Young, Angelique Casias, Vanessa, Travis and Savannah Casias, Morgan, Noah and Lukus Lucero and Ignacio and Elijah Romero. She is also survived by brothers, Sylvestre Sanchez and Edward Torres and wife, Rebecca; sisters, Griselda Marquez and husband, Alfonso, Erlinda Hernandez and husband, Carlos; in-laws, Josie Sanchez and Cito Chavira and numerous nephews, nieces, great-nephews and great-nieces and cousins. Mrs. Romero was a kind and gentle spirit that was not afraid of any task, including working the farm with her husband. She was a devoted mother that took an active role in raising her grandchildren, and she loved and cherished her great-grandchildren. She worked for the Los Lunas School District, cooking wonderful meals for the staff and students, while her son, Floyd, was in school, and later in life, was a care provider for special needs individuals at Los Lunas Hospital and Training school. She touched the lives of many and was an inspiration with her ambition and ability to make anything look easy. It was often joked among her family that she would have been a great attorney, because of the wonderful advice she always had readily-available! She will be greatly missed by those of us that were fortunate enough to be in her midst. Her final care on earth is entrusted to Romero Funeral Home and services will be held at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Tome, beginning with a Viewing on Wednesday, July 20, at 10:00 a.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 10:30 a.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. with Father Jose Hernandez, presiding. Interment will follow at the Tome Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Yvonne Casias-Young, Myron Perea, William Casias, Mark Lucero, Joseph Romero and Aaron Romero. Honorary Pallbearers will be DeVon Young, Vanessa Casias, Travis Casias, Angelique Casias, Savannah Casias, Morgan Lucero, Noah Lucero, Ignacio Romero, Lukus Lucero and Elijah Romero. Sign Josie's online register book at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com Romero Funeral Home 609 N. Main St. Belen, NM
        Published on: Tue July 19, 2011

ROYBAL -- JUAN T. (JOHNNY) January 20, 1922 - July 9, 2011 Born in Ribera, NM, served in the US Army during WWII. He was preceded in death by his parents, Cresencio and Beatrice Roybal; his loving sister and brother-in-law, Amelia and Sammy Rodriguez. Survived by two sons, Toby Roybal (wife) Theresa and family, Phillip Barreras Roybal (wife) Vicky and family. Daughter, Eva Centeno (husband) Cicero, his grandsons, Michael, Shawn, Javier, his grand- daughter Elicia Blauw (husband) Sjouke, and his great - grandchildren, Elioke Blauw, Erica and Elizabeth Centeno. Daughter, Linda Pacheco (husband) Leo, his grandson Jesus and Armando Pacheco and families. Survived by brothers, Floyd and Robert Roybal; sisters, Leona Baca, Geneva Espinoza, Virginia Padilla, Josie Rodriguez and Lorraine Montoya. Visitation will be on July 21, 2011, commencing at 5:30 p.m. The Rosary will be at 6:00 p.m. at Riverside Funeral Home, followed by an Honorary Guard Ceremony. Mass will be on July 22, 2011, at 10:30 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church, 619 Copper NW. Arrangements by Riverside Funeral Home, 225 San Mateo Blvd NE, 764-9663.
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SANCHEZ -- ALBERT Age 87, born and lived in Albuquerque's "Martineztown", known to most as "Picon", eased into God's embrace on Saturday, July 16, 2011. He fought the good fight and he finished the race. He was preceded in death by his mother, Aurelia B. Sanchez and his beloved wife of 49 years, Lena D. Sanchez. He began his service to the country with the Civilian Conservation Corps, then, as a Sergeant in the US Army, he proudly fought in the South Pacific with the 356th Anti-Aircraft Battery Company. After WWII he joined Protective Force of the Atomic Energy Commission where he retired in 1979. He then began working for the City of Albuquerque's Meals on Wheels program serving the elderly until his retirement in 1993. He was a loving father and grandpa and is survived by his sister, Francis Scheuring; son, Al U. Sanchez; wife, Debbie and grandsons, Daniel, Mark and Matthew; daughter, Geri Montano, husband, Ed and grandchildren, Rick, Michelle and Kellie; granddaughters, daughter Elaine Lovato, husband, Larry, and grandsons, Anthony, Luke and Shane; daughter, Roseann Saavedra, husband, Roy and granddaughters, Jamie and Amanda; daughter, Katherine Hernandez and grandsons, Ricky and Albert. He is also survived by 20 great-grandchildren. He enjoyed bowling, fishing and hunting. He was a generous man who devoted his time to serving his country and community. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends. A special thank you to Kitty, Ricky, Albert and Sana for the loving care they provided my dad. May he be at peace in heaven. Vaya con dios mi padre querido. Friends and family may visit on Wednesday, July 20, 2011, 6:00 8:00 p.m., at French University. Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, July 21, 2011, 10:00 a.m., at Second Presbyterian Church, 812 Edith NE. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, followed by a reception at American Legion Post 13, 1201 Mountain NE. Please visit our online guestbook for Skip at www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
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TOLLIVER -- HARRY Age 69, passed away Friday, July 15, 2011. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Harry's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87110 505-884-1188
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WEBER -- LORRAINE M. Age 84, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on Sunday, July 17, 2011. She worked in an armory during WWII making ammunition; she was a member of St. Luke's Lutheran Church and a former member of the Albuquerque Garden Club. She enjoyed fishing, floral and vegetable gardening, gaming at the local casinos. She was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Gary P. Weber; her first husband of 10 years, Tom Clark; two sons, Thomas Raymond Clark and Thomas Mark Clark. She is survived by her daughter, Marilyn Trevithick and husband, Jim; two grandchildren, Jamie and husband, Jason Miller and James Trevithick; two great- grandchildren, Devon and Alexia Miller; sisters, Beth VanDyke, Lillian Larsen, Ann Kroll and husband, Delbert, Joyce Fischer and husband, Lyle, Rita Baumeister and husband, Donavan; brothers, George O. Reynolds and wife, Ardith, Ernest Reynolds and wife, Theresa; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 20, 2011 at St. Luke's Lutheran Church, 9100 Menaul Blvd. NE, with Interment to follow at Fairview Memorial Park. Online condolences can be submitted at www.danielsfuneral.com Lorraine's care entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800
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WILLIAMS -- GRACE W. Died July 4, 2011 at her home in Albuquerque, NM. She was the former Executive Director of the American Civil Liberties Union of New Mexico from 1975-1993. Grace was born in 1921 in Oklahoma. She moved to Albuquerque, NM in 1952 with her husband Charles and soon became an active member in various community and political organizations including The League of Woman Voters, The Democratic Party of New Mexico, The American Red Cross and the New Mexico Civil Liberties Union. In 1972 Grace went back to finish her education and received a bachelor degree of Arts in Urban Studies from the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque. Her many friends and relatives will always remember Grace for her strength, courage and optimism. A Memorial Service will be announced to friends and family. Donations can be made in memory of Grace W. Williams to: American Civil Liberties Union of New Mexico. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Grace's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87109 505-821-0010
        Published on: Tue July 19, 2011

BARTON -- FRANCES MYRTLE WATSON Age 90 passed away on July 12, 2011 in Albuquerque. Frances was born July 7, 1921 in Patsburg, Alabama to Rufus C. Watson and Florence E. Jeter Watson. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carroll H. Barton, whom she met while he was stationed at Maxwell Field in Montgomery, Alabama during WWII. They were married July 31, 1942. She was also preceded in death by her parents and siblings, Nata Butts, Lauress Penn, Nellie Tracy, and George Taffoal Watson. Myrtle loved to garden, to read and enjoyed traveling while she was still able to do so. She had a special interest in the family history. She played the organ, was an excellent dancer into her early 80's and an amateur watercolorist. Survivors include Natoma Barton Fowler and husband Wayne of Albuquerque; Carlos Lee Barton and wife Hope of Brooklyn Connecticut; Jerome H. Barton and wife Lee of Seattle, Washington; and Roger O. Barton and wife Marlane of Rio Rancho, New Mexico; grandchildren are Sean Sena, wife Nicole, and their children Zachariah and Jocelynn; Mary Ann Estock and children Ryan and Sean; Todd Barton and wife Julie; Joshua Barton; Travis Barton; Peter Belitsos and wife Tammy; Lu Ann Morrison and husband Mike and their children Katolynn and Caylee; Danny Gabel and wife Kelly and their daughter Mallory; Stephanie Jackson and husband Jeremy; and Brian Gabel and his daughter Jessica. Myrtle was a wonderful and loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. She will be remembered always in the heart of all who knew and loved her. The family would like to thank all of the staff at Las Palomas Nursing and Rehabilitation center for their unconditional care and compassion during the last ten months of our mother's life, and in particular during the last two weeks, all of the staff became part of our family and we will never forget them. A private memorial will be held for family and friends. Contributions may be made to t favorite charity in Myrtles name. Those who wish to send condolences may do so at: www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87109 505-821-0010
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BOOKER -- QUINCY J. Age 36, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away July 17, 2011. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Deacon Robert and Aleane Booker. Survivors include his children, Elijah, Jaydan and Kyana Booker; parents, JC Booker, Shirley Holmes (Wiley); brother, Danny Booker; uncles, Johnny, Cordy Lee, Wayne, Billy Booker; aunts, Annie Weaver, Dolores Booker; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on July 21, 2011, at Daniels Family Funeral Services-Palm Chapel, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, with Funeral Service to follow at 1:00 p.m. Online condolences can be submitted at: www.danielsfuneral.com. Quincy's care entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800
        Published on: Wed July 20, 2011