Search Results
ABBOTT, ALFRED ACHILLE, LT. COL. (RET.) age 101, born in Castelmezzano, Italy and an immigrant to the USA at the age of 9, passed away peacefully at his residence since 1996 at La Vida Llena on Sept 7, 2013. He was a long-time resident of Albuquerque who graduated from the University of Denver and attended West Point Prep School and UNM as a graduate student. Al enlisted in the US Army as a private and retired as a Lt. Col after 28 years service. He experienced buzz bombs in London and was in Paris on D.E. Day. Al taught Spanish, English, and History in California and Albuquerque schools. He was inducted into the Albuquerque Senior Citizens Hall of Fame in 1998 after extensive work with many civic organizations, including the Good Shepherd Brothers, the Friendship Force, the Retired Officers Association, the Albuquerque Philosophers Unlimited Club, and the Albuquerque Public Schools Volunteer Board, and he directed and staffed an all-Volunteer Summer Tutoring Center to help elementary school children. Known for his generosity, he funded scholarships at UNM, CNM, and several other colleges, and he was a generous donor to ARCA, the Good Shepherd Brothers, the American Red Cross and other charitable organizations. He is survived by nephew, Frank Pecerni of NY; and nieces, Wendy Cloutier Palmer of MI and Gloria Antonell of FL; and many friends. He willed his body to science and his cremains will be interred at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe after a memorial service to celebrate Al's life at a time and place to be announced later. Donations in lieu of flowers should be sent to the Good Shepherd Center, P.O. Box 749, Albuquerque, NM 87103 or to ARCA, 11300 Lomas Blvd NE, Albuquerque NM 87112.
Published on: Tue September 10, 2013
COPPLER, MARY age 50, went home with Jesus on Sunday, September 8th, 2013. She is survived by her sons James Armijo and girlfriend Delilah Castillo, Andrew Coppler; grandchildren James and Samuel Armijo, Arianna and Ezra Vasquez; brother David Armijo and wife Erica; and her sister Wilda Martinez and husband Lonnie and their daughter Margaret Martinez. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at Legacy Westside Church, 7201 Central, NW, in the youth auditorium, on Thursday, September 12th at 3:00PM. Arrangements are being handled by Gabaldon Mortuary in Albuquerque, NM (505) 243-7861.
Published on: Tue September 10, 2013
CORDOVA, THOMAS "TOMMY" A resident of Ensenada, passed away on Saturday, September 7, 2013. He was preceded in death by his son, Christopher Cordova. Mr. Cordova was retired Major from the Rio Arriba Sheriff's Office. Mr. Cordova is survived by his wife, Olivia Jane Cordova; children, Tom "Ty" Cordova, Tamara Cordova, James Cordova, Mary Jane Cordova and Modesta Cordova and husband Jack; grandsons, James A. Cordova and wife Antoinette, Ricardo Cordova and wife Andrea, Sam Cordova, Carlos Cordova and Lennon Deleon; eight great-grandchildren; and numerous other relatives and friends. Public visitation will begin on Wednesday, September 11, 2013 at 5:30 p.m. at the San Jose Catholic Church in Los Ojos with a rosary to be recited at 6:00 p.m. Mass of Christian burial to be celebrated on Thursday, September 12, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. also at the San Jose Catholic Church in Los Ojos. Burial to follow at the Ensenada Catholic Cemetery with the following serving as pallbearers, James A., Ricardo, Sam and Carlos Cordova, Adam Maestas and Donald Valdez. Honorary pallbearers named are, J?c, Dominic, Alliana, Cameron, Kaden, Kayla, Lukas and Anaiyah. The family of Thomas "Tommy" Cordova has entrusted their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home AND Crematory of the Espaola Valley. 505-747-7477 wwwdevargasfuneral.com
Published on: Tue September 10, 2013
GALE, FRANK H. age 59, of Belen, New Mexico and formerly of La Garita, Colorado and Dayton, Ohio, stepped off into the void on August 30, 2013. Born at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma, to SMSGT (Ret) Frank and Justine Gale, the first of three boys, Frank learned firsthand about different cultures, arts, foods, languages and customs as he traveled throughout Europe and the United States as a military brat. After graduating from high school in Dayton, Ohio and attending two semesters at Wright State University, Frank embarked on a lifelong career as an itinerant laborer working in agriculture, ranching, construction and the manufacturing industries, mostly in the Southwest and the Rocky Mountain regions. Frank, who prided himself on his work-ethic, worked up to the day his illness forced him to retire. An avid reader, Frank always had a book at his side. When not reading he could always be found listening to Blues and Hillbilly music, the louder the better for listening. Frank was blessed with the tremendous gifts of wit and humor, always ready with a story or two to share with one and all. Self-described as "terminally handsome" and as "Mr. Sunshine", no one ever disagreed with his pronouncements. Frank is survived by his wife of 29 years, Ellen Keeler Gale of the family home; his son, Angus Gale of Denver, Colorado; and brothers, Matthew of Tampa, Florida and Robert of Boston, Massachusetts. Frank and his family would like to thank all of those family and friends, some who traveled great distances, for attending Frank's wake on 6/22/2013. As usual, Frank held court and a great time was had by all. Please visit Frank's online guest register at www.riversidefunerals.com Arrangements entrusted to: RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF LOS LUNAS 820 Main St. NE (505)565-1700
Published on: Tue September 10, 2013
GARCIA, HILARIO "LITTLE LARRY" JR. Age 58, passed away September 8, 2013. Larry is survived by his devoted and loving parents, Hilario and Mamie Garcia; siblings, David Garcia, Debbie Garcia, Phillip Garcia, and Deann Baines and her husband, Robbie; nieces and nephews, AJ Garcia, Crystal Baines, Lauren Garcia, Vanessa Garcia, Joshua Baines, KC Garcia, and Victoria Baines; great-nieces and great-nephews, Devlin Garcia, Ellie Garcia and Mila Baines-Stratton. Larry attended Adelante Development Center for 36 years. He touched the heart of anyone he came into contact with. He loved his family, mariachi music, and sports. Larry was a gift from God, and an angel to his family and friends. He will be greatly missed. Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, September 11, 2013, 11:00 a.m., at Risen Savior Catholic Community, 7701 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be David Garcia, Phillip Garcia, Robbie Baines, AJ Garcia, KC Garcia and Joshua Baines. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Adelante Development Center, 3900 Osuna Rd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109. Please visit our online guestbook for Little Larry at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
Published on: Tue September 10, 2013
HUNTER, MARTHA JANE Passed away Aug. 8th at home surrounded by family & friends. Beloved wife of Perry and devoted mother to David Montgomery. She also leaves behind her brother, John Elledge of Atlanta, GA; two sisters, Monica Bach of Keller, TX and Mary Cabrera of Arlington, TX. Martha was an LPN for over thirty years. She has worked in Alaska and Lovelace Hospital managing the nurses pool. She loved to paint in watercolor, dabbled in pottery, stained glass and jewelry making. She was a little girl at heart who loved paper dolls and sock monkeys. She was a warm, generous, compassionate person who always had a quick smile and a corny joke. She loved Disco and Soul music. She loved animals. She loved sunsets. And I loved her. Interment and memorial service will be Sept. 13th at 2:00pm at Sunset Memorial Gardens.
Published on: Tue September 10, 2013
MARTINEZ, FRED JR. Age 64, passed away Thursday, September 5, 2013. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW Albuquerque, NM 87102 505-243-5222
Published on: Tue September 10, 2013
MATHIS, GALE MCGEHEE passed away Friday, September 6, 2013 in Pearland, Texas after a long illness. She was born August 2, 1945 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Elizabeth and Eugene McGehee. Gale was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry C. Mathis and her Daddy, Gene. She is survived by her mother, Elizabeth; daughter Elizabeth Murphy; sister Paula Bratz and her husband Bob Bratz; much adored and cherished grandsons Carl Samson and Clark Murphy; niece Shannon Bratz, nephews Nick Bratz and Aaron Figueroa; stepson Jerry C. Mathis, Jr. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, September 14, 2013 at 11:11 a.m. at Crowder Funeral Home, 2422 Broadway, Pearland, Texas 77581. In lieu of flowers, Gale requested donations be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital.
Published on: Tue September 10, 2013
MONTELEONE, KAREN LYNNE DARSEY We sadly announce the passing of Karen Lynne Darsey Monteleone of Kingwood, Texas, on September 7, 2013. Karen's life moved peacefully to its close at home, surrounded by her family, after a courageous battle with breast cancer. She was a loving and devoted wife and mother of four, as well as a beloved counselor at Riverwood Middle School. Karen was born April 13, 1967, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Judy Dawson Darsey Clark and David Darsey. Karen grew up there in a close and nurturing family, and was active in the Baptist Church throughout her childhood. She also began her lifelong passion for athletics while young. As an eight-year old, she was the first girl to play little league baseball in her area. She ran track on the Duke City Dashers, with whom she traveled the country, won over 100 awards, and set a high jump record. But basketball was her primary sport, playing on her high school team that won two state titles and had a three-year record of 74-1. Karen was a two time All-District selection and was named Honorable Mention All-State as a sophomore. As her university did not play intercollegiate women's basketball, she played intramurals. She remained athletically active as an adult, ran the Houston Half Marathon in 2008, and played pick up basketball at every chance. She also loved college football and was a proud fan of the Texas Longhorns, attending many games over the years. She knew the rules of football better than anyone in her family, and always enjoyed following many sports. Education played a primary role in Karen's life, both as a student and as her career. She graduated from Eldorado High School in Albuquerque in 1985, where she was selected to the National Honor Society. Karen attended college at Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas, earning a B.B.S. in psychology in 1989 with summa cum laude honors. At HSU, Karen was elected student body president, awarded the Minnie L. Anderson Medal as the outstanding female graduate, was a homecoming court princess, a member of Alpha Iota Omega sorority, a member of several honor societies, and recipient of several community service awards. Karen later earned her M.Ed. in educational psychology from The University of Texas in 1995. She was a life member of the UT Ex-Students Association. Karen was an educator, holding many special education positions in Austin, Temple (Texas), Virginia, and Kingwood. She taught at King's Manor Elementary in Kingwood for one year before becoming a counselor at Riverwood Middle School in 2009. She loved RMS, where she made a big impact on many students' lives and will be greatly missed. The Riverwood staff and family showed its appreciation for Karen in many ways and were incredibly supportive during her illness, for which Karen and her family are deeply grateful. RMS organized the "Karing for Karen" campaign in her honor. This included two benefit basketball games at a sold out Kingwood High School gym, at which the wonderful Kingwood community turned out in force to show their love for Karen and cheer her "spider dribble" exhibition and six consecutive free throws. Karen had the type of personality that drew everyone to her. She was friendly, caring, a good listener, fun, a workplace prankster, and quick to laugh with a beautiful smile. She displayed tremendous courage and a positive spirit throughout her illness, and never lost her sweet humor. She touched many people's lives. But most of all, Karen was a truly wonderful and loving mother, wife, daughter, and Christian. Her family and faith were always foremost, and her four children were her life's joy. Karen exemplified all that a mother should be, and her kids will be her proudest and lasting legacy. Karen leaves behind Brent, her loving husband of 20 years; her son, Travis (17); daughters, Lauren (15), Catherine (14), and Jenna (11); mother Judy Clark and husband Charles Clark of Albuquerque; brother John Darsey and wife Linda of San Antonio; Brent's mother Claire Brown and husband Claude Brown of Fort Worth; Brent's father Joseph Monteleone & wife Lezlie Monteleone of Fort Worth; Brent's brothers Will and Jay and their families; and a host of other relatives, friends, and loved ones. She was predeceased by her father David Darsey in 2003, maternal grandparents Herbert and Jimmie Dawson, and paternal grandparents J.T. and Oleta Darsey. We are heartbroken at the loss of such a marvelous woman and mainstay of our lives, but are also overjoyed that Karen, a beautiful child of God, has lived such a wonderful life that she will enjoy eternity with the angels, in whose company she will forever inspire us. Visitation will be held on Friday, September 13, 2013, from 6:00 - 8:00 pm at Kingwood Funeral Home, 22800 Highway 59 North, Kingwood, Texas. A memorial service celebrating Karen's life will be on Saturday, September 14, 2013, at 2:00 pm with reception following at Woodridge Baptist Church, 5707 Kingwood Drive, Kingwood, Texas. In lieu of flowers, gifts in Karen's memory may be made to Hardin-Simmons University, The University of Texas at Austin, Riverwood Middle School, MD Anderson Cancer Center, or Woodridge Baptist Church.
Published on: Tue September 10, 2013
MONTOYA, TOMMY age 47, was born on May 26, 1966 and passed away August 31, 2013 in Albuquerque, NM. Please visit the online guest register for Tommy at www.riverside funerals.com. In lieu of flowers, the family will accept monetary donations in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE, 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108
Published on: Tue September 10, 2013
MORRISON, RON September 10, 1938 I found in you a touch that always warms me, A smile I never want to be far from, A kiss that makes me tingle, In you I found love. You're the joy of my days, The beauty of my world, The Love of my Life Happy Birthday, You are missed so much. Patti
Published on: Tue September 10, 2013
MUENZER, RICHARD F. one of New Mexico's great champions for education, passed away on Friday, September 6th after a short illness. Dick was born in Toledo, OH on April 18, 1928. He pursued a degree in pre-law before joining the Army during the Korean War, where he earned the Bronze Service Star and the United Nations Service Medal while doing counterintelligence work. After military service, Dick completed college at Georgetown University and spent most of the next 30 years serving his country at home and abroad with the Department of Commerce, promoting and facilitating U.S. trade policy and American business. In 1967, he met and married Ofelia, the love of his life for 45 years. Upon retiring in 1986, Dick and Ofelia moved to Rio Rancho and embarked on a new life of community service. Dick was instrumental in the creation of both the Rio Rancho Public School district in 1994 and St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School in 2000 and served terms on both boards of education. He played a lead role in school bond campaigns and was a founder and president of the Rio Rancho Education Foundation. He also held numerous positions of leadership and engagement with the Democratic Party of New Mexico and the Sandoval County Democratic Party. Dick is survived by his wife Ofelia; daughter Angela; and many other family members and friends. Visitation will be held 5-7 PM Thursday, September 12th at Vista Verde Memorial Park, 4310 Sara Rd. SE, followed by recitation of the Rosary at 7:00 PM. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Rd. SE in Rio Rancho, on Friday, September 13th at 10:30 AM. Pallbearers are Brian Colon, Hector Balderas, Rafael Colon, Reyes Balderas, Jim Cleveland and Matt DeAveiro. Honorary pallbearers will be James Cleveland, Royce Cleveland and Tim O'Neil-Dreher. Interment will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be made to the Richard F. Muenzer Scholarship Fund, an endowment being established to provide college scholarships to worthy Rio Rancho scholars, at the Rio Rancho Education Foundation, P.O. Box 45030, Rio Rancho, NM 87174.
Published on: Tue September 10, 2013
NEUMANN, DENNIS L Age 66, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Friday, September 6, 2013. He is survived by his wife, Linda Neumann; daughter, Debbie Rodriquez; son, Wayne Neumann; mother, McKelvia Neumann; brother, Elmer Neumann; five grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. He was born and raised in Kansas. Dennis retired from the US Navy in 1986. He loved to watch football, target practice and hunt, as well as collect coins. A visitation will be held at French - University, Thursday, September 12, 2013, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm. Graveside services, with military honors, will be held on Friday, September 13, 2013, 1:30 pm at Santa Fe National Cemetery, 501 N. Guadalupe St. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, PO Box 841125, Dallas, TX 75284-1125. Please visit our online guest book for Dennis at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
Published on: Tue September 10, 2013
NORVELL, JOHN CRAIG Age 79, passed away Friday, September 6, 2013. A Rosary will be recited on Wednesday, September 11, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 11:00 am, at St. Augustine Parish, TR 335, #71, Isleta Pueblo. Interment to follow at Fairview Memorial Park, Albuquerque. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 505-884-1188
Published on: Tue September 10, 2013
RODGERS, MICHELLE Age 105, passed away Sunday, September 1, 2013. In her time on this earth she touched many lives with her generous personality. She had an amazing gift for engaging everyone she met. In minutes she would have a total stranger's life story and have them feeling good about themselves by the end of the conversation. She had a talent for helping friends though hard times like deaths or divorces. Michelle was born in Brockton, Mass. the daughter of Walter and Jenny Attwood, Michelle's interest were diverse; she always loved the latest fashions and she was knowledgeable about world events. She was a life-long learner and independent world traveler. She ventured to Russia, (even the Russian Far East and the trans-Siberian railroad) China, Japan, Korea, and most of Europe which she loved. She also enjoyed many trips and summers in Alaska with her husband George. She will be missed by so many in so many different ways--we all have our favorite memories. Michelle is survived by her husband George, Her daughter Jane, son Will and his wife Wendy, seven grandsons and 10 great grandchildren. We love you Michelle and know you're beginning another wonderful adventure. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800
Published on: Tue September 10, 2013
TAICHERT, ROBERT D. (BOB) Robert D. (Bob) Taichert, prominent Albuquerque attorney, passed away on September 4, 2013, after an extended illness. He was 85 years old. Robert lived a full life, and will be greatly missed by his family and a wide range of colleagues and acquaintances. He was a kind and generous man, with an optimistic outlook. Mr. Taichert was a native of Santa Fe, New Mexico, and a graduate of New Mexico Military Institute. As an undergraduate of the University of New Mexico he was Student Body President. He received his Doctorate of Jurisprudence from Harvard Law School. Robert served as a Lieutenant (JG) in the Navy on Guam during the Korean War. He practiced law, mediation and arbitration, primarily in New Mexico, from 1956 until December 2006. He was licensed to practice law in New Mexico and Arizona. He was the sole arbitrator who awarded the Basic source code to Microsoft in a private, non-administered arbitration in 1978, setting the stage for Microsoft to change the world. He represented the University of New Mexico Regents, UNM Health Sciences Center and Presbyterian Healthcare system for 20 years. Robert was an avid outdoorsman, fisherman and music lover. He served as the first president of the Santa Fe Opera. He was a long-time supporter/fundraiser for the New Mexico Symphony Orchestra, and served as its President twice. He traveled extensively with his family and was especially fond of Spain and Argentina. Robert is survived by his wife, Zane Taichert, to whom he had been married for 60 years. He is also survived by his children, Peter and Suzanne, and three grandchildren. Memorial Services will be held Saturday, September 21, 2013, 11:00 a.m., at The Cathedral Church of St. John, 318 Silver Ave. SW. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Mind Institute, the Santa Fe Opera, the NM Philharmonic and the ABQ Youth Symphony Orchestra (AYSO) would be greatly appreciated. Please visit our online guestbook for Bob Taichert at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
Published on: Tue September 10, 2013
VARELA, VICENTE Passed away September 8, 2013. Services are pending under the direction of Rivera Family Funeral Home in Santa Fe.
Published on: Tue September 10, 2013
VARGAS, RAUL SR. age 88, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on September 6, 2013 at home with his family at his side. Mr. Vargas is survived by his wife of sixty-eight years, Alejandrina; children, Juan Vargas and wife, Connie, Raul Vargas Jr., and wife, Debbie, Alma Santiago and husband, Mingo, Mona Trujillo and husband, Michael, Barney Vargas; fifteen grandchildren; twenty six great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and a special cousin, Barbara Avalos. Mr. Vargas was preceded in death by his daughter, Eileen Vargas; and grandson, Joshua Trujillo. Raul was a member of the Catholic Church and a Veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving during WWII. Visitation will Tuesday, September 10, 2013 from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church, 2005 Plaza NW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Final visitation will be Wednesday, September 11, 2013 from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. at San Felipe de Neri Church with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Domingo Santiago Jr., Eloy Garcia, Eloy Garcia Jr., Vincent Trujillo, Christopher Trujillo, and Ray Santiago. Please visit www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com to sign the online guestbook. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW (505) 243-7861
Published on: Tue September 10, 2013
VILLESCAS, MARIA G. Age 90, passed away Saturday, September 7, 2013. She was born in Chihuahua, Mexico on February 23, 1923, to Francisco and Maria Gonzalez. She was preceded in death by her husband David Villescas. Maria is survived by her children, David Villescas, Jr. and wife Tina, Gloria Aguilar and husband Felix, Lou Villescas and wife Patty, Robert Villescas and wife Anna M. and Felipe Villescas and wife Lorena; 15 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandson; and numerous extended family and friends. She will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved her. A Rosary will be recited on Wednesday, September 11, 2013, at 7:00 pm at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, 9502 Fourth St. NW, Albuquerque. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, September 12, 2013, at 9:00 am at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. Burial will take place at Mount Calvary Cemetery following service. In lieu of flowers donations may be given in Maria's honor to Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, 9502 Fourth St. NW, Albuquerque 87114. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800
Published on: Tue September 10, 2013
