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GALLEGOS, HAROLD R. IN LOVING MEMORY OF MY BELOVED SON June 23, 1967-October 2, 2000 On Your 13th Anniversary Harold, it's been thirteen years today that God called you home. This is the most difficult day of the year for me because it brings back such terrible memories. This is the day that changed all our lives forever. I remember the pain we all felt when they told us you were gone. It's a pain we have to go through every year at this time. It seems like it was only yesterday. For today I will bet God take charge of my life and however dark life's shadows seem I know his light will come shining through and help me get through this difficult day. But I find some comfort in knowing God must have needed one more angel in heaven because he called you home on such a special day! "All angels Day" so today I will look to the heavens hoping to see your face if only for a moment. I will pray for you cause in my heart I know you are finally at peace. We all love and miss you! You will never be forgotten Your loving mother and family
Published on: Wed October 02, 2013
GARCIA, MAX R. age 80, passed away at home, Sunday, September 29, 2013, surrounded by his loving family. Max was a Monarca for over 30 years and a respected leader of many Matachines. As well, he worked as a plumber and tractor operator. Max was preceded in death by his four sons and is survived by his loving wife, Elsie "Mom"; sons, Russell, Frank and wife Alice; daughters, Maxine and husband Lee and Betty; two brothers; five sisters; eleven grandchildren; 28 great grandchildren; as well as many other family members and friends who loved and will miss him. Services will be held at Holy Child Parish in Carnuel, NM. A Rosary will be recited on Wednesday, October 2, 2013 at 7:00 pm. A Communion Service will be celebrated on Thursday, October 3, 2013 at 10:00 am. Private family burial will take place at a later time. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008.
Published on: Wed October 02, 2013
GEDDES, JEAN S. Jean S. Geddes went home to heaven Wednesday, September 25, 2013. She was born December 22, 1921 in Paisley, Scotland and was brought to the United States by her parents in 1923. She was married in Kearny, NJ, 1948, to Thomas Geddes. She has been a resident of Albuquerque, NM since 1979. Mrs. Geddes is survived by her daughter, Madelyn Soales and husband, Robert; grandson, Brian Soales, all of Albuquerque; nieces, Marylene Wilson and Joyce Basye; nephews, Robert Fullmer, James Geddes, Wesley Geddes and George Sutherland; cousins, Jean Magowan and Robert Stevenson of Johnstone, Scotland; and special friend, Arleen Keiber. Jean was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Thomas, in 1973; infant son, Bruce Thomas Geddes; her father and mother, George Dunn Sutherland and Sarah Emmerson Sutherland; brother and sister-in-law, George and Marie Sutherland; and cousin, Eleanor Rayburn. Jean was Executive Secretary in the corporate office of Prudential Insurance Company, Newark, NJ; Church Secretary at the First Presbyterian Church, Springfield, NJ; an Editorial Assistant with Martindale-Hubbell, publisher of the Law Directory, and an Administrative Secretary at BDM Corporation in Albuquerque. She was a Golden Eaglet Girl Scout, the highest rank in the Girl Scouts, and served as a Girl Scout Troop Leader for 10 years in Kearny, NJ. As a Girl Scout, she and her troop were invited to have tea with Eleanor Roosevelt in the White House private quarters. Jean was a member of Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church and was an Ordained Deacon. She was a longtime member of Hannah and Ruth Circles of the Women's Ministries, serving as secretary-treasurer. She was also a member of the church's Prayer Force. Jean was also a member of St. Andrew Scottish Society of New Mexico, serving as editor of the Society newsletter for six years and being a member of the Scottish Country Dance group. Memorial Services will be held Thursday, October 3, 2013, 11:00 a.m., at Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 8600 Academy Rd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87111. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Please visit our online guestbook for Jean at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
Published on: Wed October 02, 2013
GUEST, KEVIN D. (JOLLY) Went to meet our heavenly Father on September 28, 2013. Survived by Kevin C. (father) and Elaine (mother); Courtney and Megan (sisters); Zac & A.J. (brothers-in-law); XeLeyna (niece); Zayden (nephew); and Don Higley (grandfather). Everyone called Kevin "Jolly" as his nickname. He always made people laugh and enlightened everyone's spirit that was dear to him. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, October 4, 2013. There will be a viewing at 5:00pm and Service at 6:00pm. Location: Haines Chapel, 5709 Haines Ave NE, 87110.
Published on: Wed October 02, 2013
HOLGUIN, ARTHUR LORENZO Age 84, passed away Thursday, September 26, 2013. A Rosary will be recited at 10:00 am, Thursday, October 3, 2013 with the Funeral Mass to follow at 10:30 am, at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-892-9920
Published on: Wed October 02, 2013
KREWER, ELIZABETH JANE (BETTY) Age 85, passed away Sunday, September 29, 2013. She was born in Dixon, IL on June 27, 1928 to William C. and Florence May (Hatch) Dempsey. She was preceded in death by her husband, John F. Krewer; and brothers, William, Robert, and Fred Dempsey. Mrs. Krewer is survived by daughters, Noreen A. Scott (Robert), of Rio Rancho, NM, Mary Crafton-Williams (Edward) of Rio Rancho, NM, and Elizabeth Stahl and Scott Monroe of El Mirage, AZ; grandchildren, Kimberly, Brinnon (Erica), and Christopher Scott, Brian (Nicole), Timothy, and Emily Crafton, Shaun Stahl; great-grandchildren, Cameron and Mirabel Crafton, Kayla and Caden Stahl, Evangeline Scott; sister, Margaret Bertsche, sisters-in-law, Carol Dempsey, Jeanne Maples; and many loved nieces and nephews. A Rosary will be recited at 11:00 AM followed by the Celebration of the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 AM on Thursday, October 3, 2013 at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 1001 Meteor Ave. NE, Rio Rancho, NM. Inurnment will follow at 2:15 PM at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Mrs. Krewer's name can be given to the UNM Cancer Center Development Office, MSC07 4025, 1 University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM 87131-0001. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-892-9920
Published on: Wed October 02, 2013
MARTINEZ, GILBERT J. age 53, was born on October 28, 1959 and passed away on Friday, September 28, 2013. He was a long time resident of Albuquerque. Gilbert loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He will be remembered for his fun loving personality. Gilbert was preceded in death by his parents Adrian and Rosemary Martinez. He is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Debbie Martinez; five children, Audrey and husband Paul, Gilbert Jr. and wife Vanessa, Jessica and husband Bobby, Rosie and Jordan; seven grandchildren; sister, Loretta Maine and husband Tom; brother, Brian Manquero as well as other family and friends who loved and will miss him. A Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel of Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. ABQ., 87107 on Saturday, October 5, 2013. A Viewing will begin at 2:00pm with a Memorial Service to follow at 3:00pm. Condolences are being received by Direct Funeral Services. Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008.
Published on: Wed October 02, 2013
MARTINEZ, MARIA ELENA April 28, 1960-September 27, 2013 For more information www.riversidefunerals.com
Published on: Wed October 02, 2013
MONTOYA, LOUIE P. age 79, was born in Albuquerque, NM on August 29, 1934 went peacefully to be with Our Lord on September 30, 2013. Louie is survived by his beloved wife of fifty-eight years, Josephine; children, Randy P. Montoya and wife, Phyllis, Louise (Frances) Montoya-Garcia and husband, Patrick, Paul Montoya and wife, Teresa; sisters, Sara Gonzales and Jeanette Chavez and husband, Chris; brother, Candy Montoya; brothers in law Americo Chavez and Jose Anaya; sisters in law, Ester, Rosalie, and Henrietta; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren and one on the way; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends Louie was preceded in death by his sister, Irene Chavez; brother in law, Manuel Gonzales. Louie will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Louie was known by his family and friends as a jokester, always being quick with a joke having a great wit along with a sense of humor, leaving everyone with a smile. Louie had a passion for golf and loved to take long rides on Sunday afternoon with his loving wife, Josephine. For almost forty years, Louie was the owner/ founder of his business, Security Heating and Cooling, in Albuquerque. Louie will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Louie was a Veteran of the U.S. Army. Visitation will be Thursday, October 3, 2013 in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a Prayer Service at 7:00 p.m., Deacon Harry Beare, presider. Committal Service will be Friday, October 4, 2013, at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 9:00 am. Pallbearers will be Candy Montoya, Sydney Ganzales, Claude Padilla, D' Ketih Bean, Randy P. Montoya and Shane Blanchard. 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: Wed October 02, 2013
MYERS, CYNTHIA JEANNETTE Age 53, passed away Monday, September 30, 2013. She was born on November 13, 1959 to Marshall M. and Margery (Yocum) Myers, Jr. Cynthia was a woman of quick wit with many talents: she even drove a semi-truck, was an assistant manager at a gas station, but most importantly, she was a caregiver to her mother, and had an incredible way of connecting with animals. She was preceded in death by her father, Marshall M. Myers, Jr., and nephew, Greg Gamble. She is survived by her mother, Margery Steinkraus, of Rio Rancho, NM; siblings, Kenneth Myers of Knoxville, TN, Carol Ross of Albuquerque, NM, Susan Myers of Rio Rancho, NM, Vivian Smith of Knoxville, IA, Cheri Hernandez and husband, Rene, of Des Moines, IA, and Joseph Shalom of Rio Rancho, NM; aunts, Gloria Moyer, Patricia Beair, Ada Rohs; uncles, Richard, David and Ted Yocum; nieces and nephews, Aurora Auwen, Bradley Ross, Amethyst Ross, Allyson Ross, Warren Ross, all of New Mexico, Samantha Rose Gamble, of Colorado, Jason Myers, Levi Myers, Carolyn Myers, Christian Myers, Robert Miranda, Rebecca Miranda, Edwin Smith, Aaron Hernandez and Elliott Hernandez all of Iowa. A Viewing and Visitation will be held from 6:00 PM until 7:00 PM with the Funeral Service beginning at 7:00 PM on Friday, October 4, 2013 at Daniels Family Funeral Services - Sara Chapel, 4310 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Cynthia's honor can be given to the Animal Humane Society. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-892-9920
Published on: Wed October 02, 2013
ORR, CATHERINE MARY passed peacefully from this life on Sunday, September 29, 2013 in Albuquerque. She is survived by her children Joanne, Eileen, William, and Kathleen Orr; her sister Patricia Alvarez; her brothers Jeremiah, Richard, and Thomas; grandchildren Taylor, Travis, and Samuel Bunche and Heather, Juliette, Amy, and Abby Greene; the community of friends of Bill W., and a large extended family. Memorial mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, 10/3/13 at the Aquinas Newman Center on the UNM campus.
Published on: Wed October 02, 2013
PADILLA, DAVID of Santa Fe, passed away on September 30, 2013. He was born on February 11, 1955 in Ely, Nevada. David was preceded in death by parents John and Clara Padilla, and by his father-in-law Julian Pohl. He is survived by his wife Donna Pohl Padilla; his brothers Robert (Diane), Alfred (Barbara), Raymond (Jacqueline) and Vincent (Frances); his sisters Olivia Espinoza (Harry) and Mary Ann Lucero (Herman); his mother-in-law Frances Pohl; his brothers-in-law Henry Pohl (Barbara), Rudy Pohl (Deborah), Wilfred Pohl and Julian Pohl; his sister-in-law Frieda Saiz (Tommy); his godsons Joseph Pohl and Nicholas David Lucero and thirty two nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 2, 2013 at McGee Memorial Chapel, 1320 Luisa St. Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 3rd, 2013 at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be: James Lucero, Eddie Padilla, Jon-Gabriel Padilla, Demetrios Padilla, Alan Espinoza and Steven Padilla. Honorary pallbearers will be Joseph Pohl and Nicholas David Lucero. Arrangements are entrusted to Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa St., Santa Fe, 505 984-8600.
Published on: Wed October 02, 2013
RICE, GENEVIEVE P. Age 91, passed away on Monday, September 30, 2013. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 2400 Southern Blvd Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-891-9192
Published on: Wed October 02, 2013
RONDEAU, NORMAND (NORM) age 81, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2013 in his home surrounded by his family. He moved his family from Stamford, Connecticut to Albuquerque in 1954. He retired from P.N.M. He is survived by his wife Terry, three adult children; Claire Robison and husband David, Denise Rondeau and children, Glenn Rondeau and wife Cindy; six grand children; Kirt Martinez, Stephanie Martinez, Jason Martinez, Magen Burdick and husband Gerrad, Tristen Rondeau and Cody Rondeau all from Albuquerque; four brothers, two sisters and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Theodore and Yvonne, brothers Ted and Herve, and granddaughter Sherie Bernadette Martinez. Norm was beloved by his family and friends. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends and was always quick with a joke! He loved singing to his grandchildren, swimming, dancing and hiking. He will be missed by all who knew him. Memorial service will be held at 2:00pm, Friday, October 4, 2013, at Riverside Funeral Home, 225 San Mateo NE, Alb., NM. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Presbyterian Home Healthcare & Hospice, PO Box 26666, Alb, NM 87125, who provided Norm with such excellent care.
Published on: Wed October 02, 2013
SCHMELZ, JOHN John Schmelz, age 67, of Santa Fe, passed away September 29, 2013. He was born in Springfield, IL to Betty Spencer-Schmelz and John F. Schmelz. He served in the Air National Guard. He was in the vocational skill Olympics. He was a greatly loved teacher at Santa Fe Vo - Tech and Pojoaque High School. He was preceded in death by his father, John F. Schmelz. John is survived by his wife, of 47 years, Mary Tisa Schmelz; mother, Betty Jean Schmelz; sister, Carol Guessing; brother, William Schmelz; daughter, Mary Schmelz-Torrez (Raoul Torrez); son, John Schmelz; grandsons, Jonah Schmelz and Dakota Torrez; as well as lots of nieces and nephews and in-laws. A Memorial service will be held Thursday, October 3, 2013 at Rivera Family Funeral Home Chapel, 417 E. Rodeo Rd., at 6:00 p.m. Refreshments to follow at VFW, 307 Montezuma from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Arrangements are being held by Rivera Family Funeral Home, 417 E. Rodeo Rd Santa Fe, NM 87505.
Published on: Wed October 02, 2013
TOTORO, LYNNIE B. (CAROL LYNNE) Age 76, resident of Ohio and Albuquerque, NM, went to be with Our Lord Jesus Christ on September 29, 2013. She is survived by her daughter, Tammy and husband Vince Dick; grandchildren, Casey and Madeline; her daughter, Amy and husband Mike Walla; grandchildren, Max and Stephanie and husband Ryan Stevens and great-grandchildren, Marcus, Connor and Hallie, all of Albuquerque. Lynnie was preceded in death by her parents, Lester and Martha Bettner, her husband, Ed Totoro, and their beloved daughter, Sallie Totoro in 1969. Lynnie was born December 4, 1936 in Lakewood, OH. She graduated from Lakewood HS in 1955. Lynnie was a lifelong baseball fan, and played catcher for her high school baseball team. She was crowned Miss Lakewood 1955. She attended Baldwin Wallace College where she met the love of her life, Ed Totoro of Atlantic City, NJ. They were wed in 1957, and were proud parents of three girls. Lynnie delighted in her children and in her neighborhood; giving back, contributing and encouraging those around her. She was always surrounded by friends and neighborhood kids; people flocked to her house to enjoy her cooking, her sense of humor, and the wisdom only Lynnie had. After the family moved to Albuquerque in 1970, Lynnie worked with the Welcome Wagon of Albuquerque, worked for a local pediatrician, and volunteered in her new community. She graduated from the University of Albuquerque in 1976 with a nursing degree. She was an RN and enjoyed being an Oncology nurse. She loved what she did; it was very dear to her. Lynnie adored her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and with Ed, was always there in the front row, rain or shine. In retirement, Lynnie was a writer and won an award at the Southwest Writers Workshop for a young adult novel she co-authored. She had a servant's heart, and volunteered at the food pantry, the senior center, read for the NM Commission for the Blind, helped at a reading program for children and adopted rescue dogs. Recently, she was very involved in her retirement community, writing pieces for their newsletter, giving rides and cooking wonderful St. Patrick's Day dinners. Lynnie was an inspiration to all, a mother and grandmother to many, and made friends wherever she went. Through her faith in Jesus and her actions inspired by the Holy Spirit, she made a difference in innumerable lives. She leaves behind a myriad of dear friends, and joins many as well. She once wrote, "Remember me with: A shake of your head, a hearty chuckle, and a song in your heart!" We certainly will! Please join us in celebrating a remarkable woman and her eternal life with Christ. Services will be held Friday, October 4, 2013 at 3:30 p.m. at FRENCH - Wyoming. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Childhood Leukemia Foundation, www.clf4kids.org. Please visit our online guest book for Lynnie at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
Published on: Wed October 02, 2013
