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ALVARADO, LOUISE SAIZ Age 93, Louise Saiz Alvarado passed away peacefully at home on September 10, 2012. She is survived by her loving husband, Johnny P. Alvarado Jr. of Albuquerque, NM; Loving son, Richard Lancaster and partner Carolyn Dreshum of Oklahoma City, OK; Loving daughter, Eileen and husband John Tuleja of Albuquerque, NM; Granddaughters Lisa Tuleja, Jennifer Davis and husband Johnny, Rachel Sparrow and husband David and Ericka Fairclough and husband Steve. She is also survived by great- grandchildren Tanner Seymour, Jordan and Brayden Davis and Eleanor and Callum Fairclough; Brother, Emiliano Saiz of Albuquerque, NM; and sisters Charlotte Ortiz of Santa Fe and Edna Baca of Albuquerque; Dear friends Ottis and Edna Hand of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Louise was retired from the Dept. of Energy after serving 32 years. Louise and her husband and children were stationed in Europe for several years before returning to settle down in Albuquerque. Louise liked going on family cruises and especially to casinos in Las Vegas, Reno and Laughlin. She also loved fishing and taking trips with friends. She especially enjoyed doing crossword puzzles every day even mastering the most difficult ones. Louise was a loving mother, grandmother, and great- grandmother and will be dearly missed by all who knew her. We would like to especially thank her in-home caregiver's (nurse) Beth and (CNA) Bernice and (social worker) Collin as well as Dr. Joy Lovette with Vista Care Hospice for their dedication and support in making Louise comfortable in the last months of her life. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Vista Care Hospice, 5600 Wyoming Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87109-3412. Cremation has taken place and there will be a mass at Gate of Heaven, 7999 Wyoming NE on Saturday, September 22nd at 10:00 a.m. with Father Jerry Plotkowski celebrant. May she rest in peace with the Lord in Eternal Heaven and her spirit will be within our hearts forever. Please visit our online guest book for Louise at www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
Published on: Mon September 17, 2012
GERETY, EDWARD JOSEPH was born at home on December 20, 1918 and died at home September 7, 2012 as a result of injuries sustained from a fall. He was born in Shelton, Connecticut, the fifth of nine boys of Peter Leo Gerety and Charlotte Ursula Daly. His father said, "We'll take nothing but the best from the children" and indeed, they got nothing but the best. Edward was precocious in school, skipping two grades and graduating from high school at age 15 in 1934. Although he had earned a scholarship to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, New York, he was unable to take advantage of it. He and his brothers had to postpone their higher education in order provide for their family after their father was disabled by Parkinson's disease. Edward went to work for the Bullard Company where he filled many positions, including one as a machinist. He left the employ of others to establish the Henry and Gerety construction firm in Fairfield, Connecticut in 1938. His career in the construction industry was successful but interrupted by World War II. He enlisted in the Marines in 1942 and attended the Pensacola Intermediate Training School for Naval Aviators. There, although he had only a high school education and was competing with college-educated officers, he earned the second highest score ever recorded, wings as a Naval aviator and a commission as an officer in the Marine Corps. He was deployed to the Pacific theater as a Corsair fighter pilot where he flew 110 missions and earned numerous military decorations. Upon complet- ion of his Pacific tour, he returned to the United States as a Naval flight instructor. In the course of his service he also met Marine Lieutenant Margaret Schneider of Reno, Nevada, whom he wed at Camp Pendleton on September 4, 1945. For the rest of his life he would say to his children, "Your mother is the best thing that ever happened to me." After leaving the Marines as a newly married man, Edward returned to his work with the Henry and Gerety firm. His image served as an icon of the retuning soldier in July 1947 when it graced the cover of The Saturday Evening Post. That same year, when higher education became possible because of the GI bill, he returned to school as a night student. Because of his stellar performance in flight school, he had become convinced that college work could not be too difficult. Although others spent their free time in World War II differently, Ed devoted his time to self-study, buying textbooks in mathematics, physics, fluid mechanics, biology and other subjects to pour over when he was not flying. When he entered night classes at the University of Bridgeport, he sat for comprehensive examinations, earning substantial credits toward graduation. He finished with honors after only two and one-half years of night classes. After graduation, he was accepted to Yale Medical School, but only after successfully appealing an administrative rejection based on age. At the time of his entrance into Medical School, he had three children and was 35 years old. He graduated from Yale in 1954 with five children, earning the Parker prize for the student "who has shown the best qualifications for a successful practitioner." He then entered an internship at Bethesda Naval Hospital in Bethesda, Maryland which he completed in 1955 with six children. He returned to Connecticut and established a general practice with his brother Robert, who had graduated from Yale medical school two years earlier. In 1961, now with seven children, the pull of additional education led him away from Connecticut to Albuquerque, New Mexico, where he entered a University of Colorado-sponsored surgical training program at the Albuquerque VA Hospital and Bernalillo County Indian Hospital. Resident housing was available on the VA campus. He often said that Sears and Roebuck made it possible for him to become a surgeon. Their triple-deck bunks allowed his nine-person family to live in the 800 sq. ft. quarters. He completed his surgical training in 1965. Shortly thereafter, he joined forces with Dr. Robert Castillo and others to form Surgical Associates, PA, still an active surgical practice in Albuquerque. In 1969, he once again felt the need to advance his knowledge and skills. He was intrigued by evolving new cardiovascular surgery techniques. He took a leave of absence from his practice, sought cardiac surgery training at Presbyterian Hospital in San Francisco, returned to New Mexico, and entered practice with Dr. Bud Wilson. Together, they and others brought cardiovascular surgery and intensive care technology to New Mexico. After many years of successful practice, he retired in 1983. Retirement did not spell the end of his contributions to society. Indeed, he said that retirement could mean the true beginning of his meaningful life because it would allow him time to devote himself to contribution without the daily toil of struggle for survival. He began to study computers, took up the piano, and joined the Board of the Santa Fe Opera Foundation. From 1981 to 1990, he served as member, President, and then Chairman of the Board of the Opera Foundation. During his tenure in leadership, the Santa Fe Opera achieved its long-time goal of financial security. In recognition of his success in leadership of the Opera Foundation, he was enlisted by the Ford Foundation National Arts Stabilization program to assist other arts organizations in building a sustainable financial basis. His work with the Ford Foundation continued for several years. Ed did not only focus on academic achievement and hard work. In 1970 he and his wife Peggy built their dream house in the village of Los Ranchos - one which would house all their children, permit horses, and attract their grandchildren. He followed his athletic wife Peggy eagerly into sports and the outdoors. Family vacations were often camping vacations where their love of nature was passed on to their children. Peggy and Ed took frequent advantage of the ski slopes in New Mexico and the Rocky mountains. He prided himself on free ski passes upon reaching his seventies. They were avid riders with the Juan Tomas Hounds, a hunt club, where Peggy served as Secretary, Treasurer and President. He remained active athletically into his mid-eighties. Ed and Peggy were not typical parents. They raised their children based on his parents' philosophy. They taught their children not to lie by "always believing them" and made them successful by expecting "only the best" from them. They pursued Rudolf Dreikurs' philosophy of instructing children to understand the consequences of their actions by allowing them to experience those very consequences. There were very few rules and little punishment but very high expectations. They believed in the value of higher education and expected all of their children to earn post-graduate degrees. An early feminist, Ed encouraged his daughters to have high ambitions. He often said he "wanted his daughters to have an education so they didn't have to depend on any S.O.B. for a living." Throughout his life he was blessed by astounding intelligence, great health, and insuperable optimism. All of his seven children, twenty-two grandchildren, and thirteen great-grandchildren felt truly loved and accepted by him. This love is indelible and will be with them for the rest of their lives. Dr. Edward J. Gerety is survived by many, including, his brothers, Rev. Peter Leo Gerety, retired Archbishop of Newark, NJ, Robert Gerety, MD, of Vermont; wife, Margaret H. Gerety; and his children, son, Edward J. Gerety Jr., a small businessman in Miami, Florida; son, Michael Gerety, geophysicist and artist, of Provence, France; two grandchildren, Ryan and Jessica and two great-grandchildren, Adam and Liam; son, Richard Gerety, MD, and wife, Lynn Longfield, MD, of Albuquerque; four grandsons, Patrick, Christopher, Peter and Matthew; daughter, Meghan Gerety, MD, and her husband, John Alberts; four grandchildren, Shannon, Joseph, Sam and Hannah and two great-grandchildren, David and Michaela; son, M. Colin Gerety, a small businessman, and wife, Sarah Fishburn of Fort Collins; four grandchildren, September, Corina, Sierra and Silver, and eight great-grandchildren Dante, Sebastian, Billy, Trinity, Marcus, Kayla, Ezra, and Elspeth; daughter, Moira Gerety, an IT executive, and husband, Steve Summers of Albuquerque; six grandchildren, Celeste, Melina, Danelle, Adam, Mario and Shannon and two great-grandchildren, Corbin and Christian; and daughter, Brigid Gerety, MD, and husband, Carl Hawkins of Athens, GA and two grandchildren, Georgia and Charlotte. All who knew Ed saw him as a formidable man who inspired others all his life. He was unique, a force of nature. He believed in the spiritual growth of man, the maturation of human society and a better future. He will be missed by all. Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, September 16, 2012 at 1:30 pm at the Newman Center, 1815 Las Lomas Road NE. Following the Mass at 4:00 pm, a wake-reception will be held at 2041 Los Poblanos Place NW. Private burial will take place with military honors at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Ed at RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE 505-843-6333
Published on: Mon September 17, 2012
GRANT, ROSEANNE age 49, passed away Sunday, September 16, 2012 in Albuquerque, NM. She was the Art Manager and a dedicated employee of the Albuquerque Journal. She is survived by her husband of 21 years, John Douglas Grant; older brother, Michael (Barbara) Tedesco of Bethpage, New York and two sisters, Annamaria (Donald) Delk of Nashua, New Hampshire and Virginia (Michael) Mellone of West Islip, New York. Roseanne was preceeded in death by her parents, Rocco Anthony and Anna Nellie (Ross) Tedesco. Please visit the online guest register for Roseanne at http://www.riversidefunerals.com/. Arrangements are pending with RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME, 225 SAN MATEO BLVD. NE, 505-764-9663
Published on: Mon September 17, 2012
JONES, TWILA MAE The Family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to all relatives and friends who were so kind and supportive during this time. Your kindness will always be remembered. Those who wish to express their condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-821-0010
Published on: Mon September 17, 2012
LEACH, WESLEY BUIE died, at the age of 82, in his home on Saturday morning, the 15th of September 2012, in the company of his wife, Dawn and sons Michael Wesley and W. Rafer, as well as his daughter in law Julia, and his two grandchildren Kari Anna and Wesley Rafer. Wesley was preceded in death by his 4 year old daughter, Laura Anthony, and his parents Aris Wesley and Edythe Buie Leach. Wes was a star basketball and track athlete at Idaho State. He continued an extremely active lifestyle and especially enjoyed tennis, skiing, travel, the New Mexico Philharmonic and the Figueroa Project. Wes started his early professional career in 1961 as instructor and supervisor for the Department of Recreation in Albuquerque . In 1963, as a pioneering member of the Peace Corps, Wes was a training coordinator in Puerto Rico. He then moved his family to East Africa, where he served as Associate Director of the Peace Corps for Malawi until 1966. He received his PhD from the University of Kentucky in 1974. He finished his professional career as Director of Research and Project Development for the Universities of Kentucky and Illinois. It was in Chicago where he found his true love, Dawn. They were married on the shores of Lake Lauzon, Ontario Canada, in 1989. He spent his retirement years between Albuquerque and the Lake. Private services were held in the home with the kind and helpful words of Christine Robinson, the family's minister. Direct Funeral Services is now overseeing the family's concerns. Any memorial contributions may be directed to the 1st Unitarian Church, 3701Carlisle Av. NE Albuquerque, NM 87110, or the charity of your choice.
Published on: Mon September 17, 2012
MONTOYA, ANTONIO Age 89, passed away peacefully at his home on the morning of Tuesday, September 11, 2012. Visitation will be Monday, September 17, 2012, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Daniels Family Funeral Services - Alameda Mortuary, 9420 Fourth St. NW, Albuquerque, where a Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, September 18, 2012, at 10:30 a.m. at Church of the Incarnation, 2309 Monterrey Rd NE, Rio Rancho. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. Those who wish to express their condolences or share a story, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth Street NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 505-898-3160
Published on: Mon September 17, 2012
TAFOYA, EILEEN M. "HONEY" One Year Anniversary: The Broken Chain We little knew that day that God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone; for part of us went with you, the day God called you home. You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide, and though we cannot see you, you are always at our side. Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same, but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again. Ron Tranmer Gone too soon but not forgotten! Love Always, Paul, Michelle, Monica, ChristiAna and Caiden
Published on: Mon September 17, 2012
ROMERO, PAT J. age 82, passed away September 10th at his home. He was preceded in death by brother John Romero, sister Antonia Gallegos, and his son John S. Romero. He is survived by his wife Guadalupe (Lulie) Romero; daughters Tricia Mora and husband James Mora, Luanna Romero and fianc Joaquin Barela; grandchild- ren Gabriel, Sophia, and Roman Mora and Estevan Barela. He is also survived by sons Richard, Peter, and Paul Romero; grandchildren Shelly, Eric, Paul Jr. and Amber. He also leaves behind sisters Margaret Martinez, Elsie Manzanares, and Theodora Salazar; and brother Alfonso Romero. Along with many nieces, nephews, and friends. He was a loving husband, father, brother, uncle, and grandfather. He will be remembered for his love of church, family, and cars. Visitations will be Tuesday, September 18, 2012, from 6:00 pm-7:00 pm with a Rosary to follow at 7:00 p.m. at Daniels Family Funeral Services - Wyoming Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, September 19, 2012, at 10:00 am at John XXIII Catholic Community, 4831 Tramway Ridge Dr, Albuquerque. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 12:45 p.m. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-821-0010
Published on: Mon September 17, 2012
SANCHEZ, MARIA CONCEPTION age 73, born November 16, 1938 passed away September 13, 2012 in Albuquerque, NM. Please visit the online guest register for Maria at http://www.riversidefunerals.com/. Services entrusted to: RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME 225 SAN MATEO BLVD. NE 505-764-9663
Published on: Mon September 17, 2012
CHAVEZ, SOPHIE Happy Birthday Little Grandma. We love you to the moon and back. Joey, Antoinette, Brittney ,and Danika
Published on: Mon September 17, 2012
TAFOYA, EILEEN IN LOVING MEMORY EILEEN TAFOYA (HONEY) November 6, 1958 September 17, 2011 One year has gone by. There is not a day that we don't talk about you. How we miss you! Julia Tafoya and family Ben, Michelle, Monica and the twins.
Published on: Mon September 17, 2012
THOMAS, DELORES C. age 83, born January 15, 1929 passed away September 15, 2012 in Albuquerque, NM. Please visit the online guest register for Delores at http://www.riversidefunerals.com/. Services entrusted to: RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME 225 SAN MATEO BLVD. NE 505-764-9663
Published on: Mon September 17, 2012
URITU, GHEORGHE A year has come and gone since you were called away from our lives by God. Not a single day that has passed by have we not remembered you and the impact that you had on each one of our lives. You were a loving father and husband, with only our best intent in mind. Each day you worked hard to provide for your family, and each day you brightened our lives up. You were a blessing in our lives, and we miss you greatly. The hole in our hearts and lives that was left on September 17th 2011, will never be filled. We continue on writing the next chapters of our lives without you. We find strength and joy to continue through the memories and experiences that we shared together, and by recalling your words of wisdom and inspiration. We find comfort that even though you are no longer with us you are in a better place. One day we will be reunited and our family will become whole once again. We miss you and love you. Until we meet again, Your loving son and wife.
Published on: Mon September 17, 2012
VANONGEVALLE, LUKE 1937 - 2012 On August 5, 2012, Luke van Ongevalle passed away at his home in Santa Fe. Luke was a former banker and businessman. He is survived by his wife, Joan (Tippy); son Alan; daughter Chantal; and three grandchildren. He is also survived by a sister, Monigue; one nephew and one neice.
Published on: Mon September 17, 2012
WAHL, LA VONNE, DR. died in Albuquerque, New Mexico on September 5th, at 61 years of age. She was born to Lester and Betty (Miller) Wahl in Lidgerwood, North Dakota on August 19th, 1951. LaVonne and her younger brother, Larry enjoyed many happy times during childhood visiting their grandparents, August and Emma (Gussiaas) Miller, young aunts, uncles and cousins at their farm northeast of Carrington, North Dakota. It was here that she gained her love of people by being a part of a large family. She enjoyed sharing her gift of humor and her fun loving personality with everyone throughout her life. LaVonne graduated from Minot (ND) High School, and resided in Fargo, North Dakota as a young adult, where she worked in accounting. She later attended communication classes and assisted in teaching at North Dakota State University. She moved to Nebraska, where she obtained her PhD in communication and then furthered her career by teaching communication skills at New Mexico Technical and Vocational Institute in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She had many happy years in Albuquerque, commonly entertaining friends and family with her stories and laughter and tricks performed by her talented dog, Angel. LaVonne is survived by her faithful caretaker and friend, Florence Gonzales (aka Springer), Albuquerque, NM, four aunts and three uncles; Shirley Kivley, McHenry, IL, Gladys (John) Kautzman, West Fargo, ND, Dianne Marsh, St Croix Falls, WI, Dr. Joyce Miller, London, United Kingdom, Merlin Miller and Wes (Patti) Miller, Carrington, ND, James (Bonnie) Miller, Bismarck ND, and many cousins and friends. She is loved and cherished and will be alive in our hearts forever. LaVonne was preceded in death by her brother, Larry Wahl, her baby sister, Linda Susan Wahl, her mother, Betty Shannon, her stepfather, Tom Cockrill, her father, Lester Wahl, her aunt, Alice Campbell, her uncle, Wayne Miller and her Grandparents, August and Emma Miller. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Online condolences: westfuneralhome.com
Published on: Mon September 17, 2012
ZIMMERMAN, PAUL was born on November 2, 1947. He died August 11, 2012 doing one of the things he loved most; riding his motorcycle down the Sandia Crest highway. Paul moved to Albuquerque when he was a child and lived here most of his life. He was a veteran who proudly served in the Navy in Vietnam. Paul was best known as an expert fly fisherman. He shared his skills with the customers at Los Pinos fly shop and the countless folks he took on fishing expeditions. Motorcycles were always a big part of his life and he rode almost every weekend. When he discovered golf he worked at it as passionately as he did fishing and riding. He found great joy in playing at Los Altos every weekday morning. He will be sadly missed. Paul had many friends from many walks of life. We would like all of you to join us for a celebration of Paul's life at Head Over Heels Salon, 3301 Menaul NE #5 on Sunday, September 30 from 4 to 7pm. Come as you are with a story to share.
Published on: Mon September 17, 2012
