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BABINGTON, WILLIAM ROBERT passed on into a better world on October 3, 2013 in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Bill Babington, a long time resident of Albuquerque, was born in Burkburnett, Texas on May 23, 1921 to Percival Babington and Josephine Newman Babington. Bill lived and was raised in Wichita Falls, Texas. He learned to fly after high school. He worked his way through Hardin Simmons Junior College receiving his two years associate degree. Bill then enrolled in the Naval Aviation Cadet program. He earned his wings as a Naval Aviator in 1942 and was assigned to fly PBM patrol seaplanes initially in the Caribbean and then the Pacific. He met his wife Alice, a Navy nurse, in San Diego. After completing his wartime service, Bill and Alice returned to Texas. They moved to New Mexico in 1951. He worked for Mountain Statues Mutual Casualty Company as an insurance adjuster, becoming a Vice President for the Company. During his years in Albuquerque, he was active in hot air ballooning as well as the Masons and Rotary International. After retiring, Alice and Bill enjoyed cruising the world. He is survived by his wife, Alice, his bride of 67 years, his two sons and their wives, Rusty and Carol and Paul and Vicki, five grandchildren and five great grandchildren. He was a tough but fair man who will be missed. The family would like to thank the staff at the Heritage Assisted Living, Memorial Medical Center and Mesilla Valley Hospice for their care shown to Bill. Arrangements by Getz Funeral Home, corner of Solano and Bowman Ave. To sign our local online guestbook, please log onto www.GetzCares.com
Published on: Wed October 16, 2013
BALLOG, JAMES P. "JIM" SR. James P. "Jim" Ballog Sr., age 85, passed away unexpectedly on October 11, 2013. Jim was born on July 21, 1928 in Homestead, PA to Paul V. and Helen (Jacobs) Ballog. Jim's wife of 59 years, June (Koval) Ballog, preceded him in death. Jim attended Schwab Technical School and began working at U.S. Steel when he was 14. He joined the U.S. Navy as a teenager and served aboard the USS Vicennes during World War II. Jim moved to New Mexico in 1961 and worked at ACF and retired from General Electric as a machinist. Jim was an avid hunter, and fish would quiver in fear before him. He was a talented and generous cook, so Jim's friends and family never went hungry. He loved to travel, was a Pittsburgh Steelers fan and was active at St. Charles Borremeo Catholic Church, where he sang in the choir. Jim was lucky to find love later with his beloved Marjie Marler. Survivors include: his children James Jr., Nancy, Jeff, Amy, and Tracy; siblings Louise, Jean, Rich, Paul and Tom; his favorite Aunt Adeline; nine grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, October 16, 2013, 7:00 p.m., at FRENCH Wyoming, with visitation to begin at 6:00 p.m. Mass will be Celebrated Thursday, October 17, 2013, 10:00 a.m., at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1818 Coal Pl. SE. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Please visit our online guest book for James at www.frenchfunerals.com FRENCH Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 505-823-9400
Published on: Wed October 16, 2013
COWEN, MARGARET B. Margaret B. Cowen, aged 82, passed away on October 12th after a brief battle with cancer. She is survived by sisters Maxine McCormack, Hazel Jones and Nadine Phillips-Loomis; brother Virgil Sprenkle; daughters Deborah Diesel, Cynthia York, Diane York; and grandson Ethan York-Mabe. A memorial will be held to celebrate her life at the family home on Oct 19th from 2:00pm to 6:00pm. The family requests in lieu of flowers, a modest donation to their favorite charity be made in Margaret's name.
Published on: Wed October 16, 2013
GONZALES, ALBERT EDWARD born on June 20, 1926 in Denver, Colorado, passed away peacefully in the early morning of Columbus Day, October 14, 2013 at the age of 87. His illness and his passing were rather sudden. He was golfing as recently as three weeks prior. He loved his golfing and gardening. His life work encompassed many and varied endeavors. These include his military service during WWII in the U.S. Navy, followed by boot camp with the U.S. Marine Corps. He was one of the service members on a troop ship headed to Japan and then diverted and possibly saved because of the atomic bombs that ended the war. After WWII he was in the U.S. Army Reserve and was re-activated during the Korean War. He served at that time at Ft. Bliss, TX. After the Korean conflict duty, he returned to Albuquerque and was the commanding officer of his reserve unit. Albert's primary civilian occupations included work with the U.S. Postal Service and eventually with the Internal Revenue Service. This led to his work under the Department of State's Alliance for Progress program instituted by President Kennedy. Albert was assigned to numerous tours of duty back and forth primarily between South and Central American countries and to Washington, D.C. In all, and over three decades, he worked as a tax and accounting advisor, consultant and teacher in twenty different countries and territories. When he finally retired from the U.S. Government, he came back to Albuquerque and opened his own tax and accounting practice as a CPA. Upon returning from the Navy, Albert married his high school sweetheart, Marcia Espinoza, at St. Francis Cathedral in Santa Fe, NM, on May 24, 1947. They recently celebrated their 66th anniversary. Along with his wife, Marcia, Albert is survived by his son, Dr. Ricardo Gonzales of California; his daughter, Donna Eastin of Nevada; his son, Albert Gonzales, Jr.; and daughter, Maria Elena Casanova, both of Albuquerque. Maria Elena teaches at La Cueva High School. Albert was blessed with eight devoted grandchildren and four great- grandchildren. He was wished a loving farewell by his brother, Arthur Romero, and his sister, Sally Sanchez. Al is also remembered fondly by his golfing buddies who shared his happy times on the links. They were part of his three golf associations: Albuquerque Seniors, The Niners, and North East. A Memorial Rosary will be recited on Monday, October 21, 2013, 10:30 a.m. followed by celebration of the Memorial Mass, 11:00, both at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church, Lomas and Tennessee. A Committal Service will follow 3:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery with full military honors. Our Lady of the Assumption parish is where Albert nurtured his spiritual life. As he stated, he had a wonderful life. We celebrate his life, his faith and his strength of character. He was always a positive and caring role model for family and friends. He will be missed by all of us who knew and loved him well. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Alberts honor to Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic School, 811 Guaymas Pl NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. Please visit our online guest book for Albert at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
Published on: Wed October 16, 2013
HILL, KENNETH L., DEACON Age 70, passed away on Monday, October 14, 2013. 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 16, 2013
HUGHES, AURORA L. Age 85, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, went home to be with the Lord surrounded by her family and friends Saturday, October 12, 2013. She is survived by daughters, Emilie Jean Chavez and Linda M. Ware and husband, Frank; son-in-law, Glenn Bogdan; grandchildren Michelle Ponder, Dave Chavez, Desi Chavez, Nicholas E. Martinez, Veronica Winters and husband, Ernie, and Vanessa Kehl and husband, Brady; great- grandchildren Stephanie Adams and husband, Jake, Jacquie Chavez, Elizabeth Diaz and husband, Aaron, Dominique Chavez, and Sebastian Chavez; great-great-grandchildren Gloria Rae, Jaelyn, Dionne, and Constantine; and special cousins, Ramona Maestas and Gloria Williams. Ms. Hughes was preceded in death by her daughter, Beverly Ann Bogdan, and her husband, Warren C. Hughes. Aurora worked and retired from Kirtland Air Force Base. She was a Union Stewart. Ms. Hughes was active in the Catholic Community. She was a cancer survivor. A rosary will be recited Wednesday, October 16, 2013, at 7:00 p.m., at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 309 Stover St. SW. Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, October 17, 2013, at 10:00 a.m., at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Dave Chavez, Nicholas Martinez, Louie Maestas, Frankie Maestas, Glenn Bogdan, and Ben Chavez. Honorary pallbearers will be Desi Chavez, Dominic Williams, Frank Ware, and Aaron Dominguez. Friends may visit FRENCH - University, Wednesday, October 16, 2013, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Please visit our online guest book for Aurora at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
Published on: Wed October 16, 2013
LUCHETTI, FAUSTINA Faustina, of Gallup, NM, a loving, wife, sister, aunt, grandmother, great and great-great- grandmother, passed away on October 10th at the age of 94. She pursued God's heart her whole life and left an incredible legacy for her family for generations to come. She was preceded in death by her husband Alex, whom she missed for 30 years, her parents, two brothers, her daughter, and great-granddaughter. She is survived by her children Annette and Ed, Michael and Sandy, and David and Cheryl; 15 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. A Rosary will be held on Thursday, October 17th, at 5:30 and Funeral services will be held at 10:00am on Friday, October 18th at Sacred Heart Cathedral. There will also be a reception held at the Family Center behind the Cathedral following the gravesite visit.
Published on: Wed October 16, 2013
MAESTAS, ALFONSO JOSE Age 89, was born on March 14, 1924 in Monero, New Mexico and passed away Wednesday, September 25, 2013 at the Northland Hospice Olivia Whitehouse in Flagstaff, Arizona. Alfonso was preceded in death by his father Antonio Maestas, mother, Francisquita (Martinez) Maestas, brother, Ivan Maestas, sisters, Neomi Dimas and Genara Jarmillo. He is survived by his children, Mike (Susan), Barbara (Larry Battest), Dianne (Joe), Sherry (Donna Akers) and Gino (Rachael); his sisters, Ernestina, Mary Jane, Eremita, Rose (Pres); and brother Tony (Rachel); 14 grandchildren; and 14 great- grandchildren. Early in his life Joe owned and operated a ranch in New Mexico. He moved his family to Flagstaff, Arizona in the early 1950's to work at the Navajo Army Depot in Bellmont, Arizona. He later worked for the Flagstaff Public School District and retired as the Sole Proprietor of Maestas Maintenance and Janitorial. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service celebrating his life will be held at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church 301 S. Camino Del Pueblo, Bernalillo, NM, on October 19, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Our Lady of Sorrows Cemetery where he will be interred with his mother, Francisquita.
Published on: Wed October 16, 2013
MORA, JOSE V. In Loving Memory May 21, 1930- October 16, 2012 Brother, a year ago you left us with memories that we will never forget. Remembering and loving you always, Your sister, Julia Tafoya & Family
Published on: Wed October 16, 2013
NALLEY, KAREN L. Karen L. Nalley, age 67, passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on October 7, 2013 after a long illness. She was born on November 14th, 1945 in Norristown, PA to Arthur and Kathryn Jones. She worked for UNMH for 25 years before retiring to focus more time on her health. Her biggest joy in life was spending time with her family both two and four legged. She spent her spare time caring for and showing her dogs until her health would no longer allow it. She was preceded in death by her sister Kim who died in infancy and her father Arthur W. Jones. She is survived by her husband Philip G. Nalley; daughter Gail E. Nalley; and mother Kathryn E. Jones. She will be laid to rest on October 18th at 2:15pm at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM. A celebration of her life will be held at a later date in November. Cremation under the direction of the Neptune Society.
Published on: Wed October 16, 2013
PADILLA, CARMEL Dear Dad, Today would have been your 92nd birthday Daddy. Thinking of you on your birthday Dad, But that is nothing new. For no day dawns and no day ends Without a thought of you. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. Happy Birthday Day! Love always your wife, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great grandson.
Published on: Wed October 16, 2013
RYAN, KADINE CAROL Kadine Ryan, age 46, passed away Aug. 6, 2013 in York, PA. She was the wife of the late Patrick Ryan. Kadine was born in York, PA to Lee and Carol Stare. In addition to her parents, Kadine is survived by her beloved sons, Nicholas, 9, and Samuel, 8; as well as sisters Kimberlee Piper (husband Dan) of PA, and Kristin Glassey (husband Jake) of NJ; many nieces and nephews, family and friends. Also mourning her loss is her late husband's family of Oregon and Colorado. A celebration of Kadine's life will be held on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2013, 10:30 a.m., St. Stephen's United Methodist Church, 4601 Juan Tabo NE, with a reception following. Memorial donations may be made to your community of faith or a local animal shelter. Etzweiler Funeral Home
Published on: Wed October 16, 2013
THORNTON, RUTH E. Age 79, a resident of Albuquerque for the past 14 years, died peacefully September 30, 2013, surrounded by her family. She was born September 27th to Howard and Kathryn Ireland of Kansas City, KS in 1934. Ruth will be greatly missed. She is survived by two daughters, Jan Slade (Dan) of Albuquerque and Julia Murtha (Ken) of Albuquerque; two sons, Jay Thornton (Becky) of Cedar Hill, MO and Jim Thornton of Flower Mound, TX; five grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Ruth was preceded in death by her parents; her devoted husband, Fredrick; brother, William Ireland (Rosie); and sister, June Vobeyda (Frank). Ruth worked as a Registered Nurse after graduating in 1955 from Bethany Hospital School Of Nursing, Kansas City, Ks. She was an active member with Sweet Adelines for more than 40 years. Ruth was an ordained elder; served as a deacon; was active in her church choir; a volunteer at Rio Grande Food Project; a member of Young At Heart Gospel Choir and OASIS community choir. Memorial service will take place at 2:00pm on October 19, 2013 at Rio Grande Presbyterian Church, 600 Coors Blvd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87121, (flowers and/or donations may be sent to the church in Ruth's honor). Donations may also be made in Ruth's name to Gentiva Hospice, 5600 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Suite 10, Albuquerque, NM 87109-3136.
Published on: Wed October 16, 2013
TORRES, EVANGELINA H. age 90, a resident of Albuquerque, born April 25, 1923, passed away on October 12, 2013. Mrs. Torres is survived by her children, James Torres, Dina S. Torres, Paula Torres, Felix Torres and wife, Jonice Tovar-Torres; one sister, Chole Holguin; one brother, Catarino Holguin; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Torres was preceded in death by her husband, Mauro P. Torres. Visitation will be Wednesday, October 16, 2013 from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church 1860 Griegos NW. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, October 17, 2013 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church at 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Greg Oliva, Pamela Oliva, Larry Chavez, Patricia Chavez, Michelle Garcia, Ronnie Inge. 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 16, 2013
VANBLARCOM, JAMES (JAY) III Age 61, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2013. He was born in Patterson, NJ on June 5th, 1952, to James and Gloria (Taliafeiro) VanBlarcom. He was preceded in death by his father, James VanBlarcom, Jr; first wife, Pamela Ann VanBlarcom. James is survived by wife, Janice VanBlarcom; mother, Gloria VanBlarcom; children, Trisha Culross and husband George, Jamie Alford; step-children, Heather Lucero, Melissa Ramirez, and JD McDaniel; grandchildren, Julie Culross, George Culross, Velia Culross, Oscar Culross, Lealy Culross, Trevor Culross, Danny Alford, Corey Alford, Josh Lucero, Kyle Lucero, and Alexis Lucero; brother, Jeff VanBlarcom and wife Jennifer; numerous nephews. Jay, as he was known, proudly served his country for six years in the Army Reserves. He was a history buff and loved tinkering with watches, going to the shooting range and riding motorcycles. He was a loved son, husband, father, brother, grandfather, uncle and friend. He was a kind and gentle man and will be dearly missed by all who knew him. A visitation will be held at 1:00 pm, with Funeral Services following at 2:00 pm, Thursday, October 17, 2013, at Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Chapel, 4310 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM. Interment to follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park, 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 16, 2013
VIGIL, GILBERT EFREN Age 80, a resident of Los Lunas and Albuquerque, NM, passed away on Friday, October 11, 2013. He was preceded in death by his wife, Yvonne Vigil; his son, Ronnie Vigil; his daughter Arlene Vigil; and his parents Eustacio and Elena Vigil. He is survived by his children, Patsy Trujillo and husband, Richard; Gilbert Eugene Vigil and Charlene Maestas; Marvin Vigil and wife, Debra; Ruth Boyd and husband, David; his sisters, Ida Serna, Dora Lopez, and Berna Piezinksi; brothers, Bernie Vigil and Fernando Vigil; nine grandchildren; six great- grandchildren; nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. A memorial service will be held at the Family Worship Center, 7311 Glenrio Road, NW, 87121, on Saturday, October 19, 2013, at 11:00 a.m., Pastor Meliton Lopez of Healing Waters Ministry officiating. Interment of cremains will take place at a later date. Reception will follow after service.
Published on: Wed October 16, 2013
WOLFENBARGER, KEITH ARLO M.D. Sept. 2, 1927 - Oct. 12, 2013 of Minnesott Beach, NC, passed away at his home, surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his wife, Judy H. Wolfenbarger, his parents, Hoyt and Laura Salyor Wolfenbarger, sister, Carolie W. Hoffman, and son-in-law, Thomas G. Dugan. He is survived by three daughters, Bellvia H. W. "Missy" Baskervill and husband, Robert D., of Arapahoe, NC, Laura Saylor Wolfenbarger Dugan of Oriental, NC, and Jane W. Emmart and husband, Mark, of Wilmington, NC; two granddaughters, Saylor and Kathryn Emmart, of Wilmington, NC; one nephew, Kevin McKeeman of Abilene, KS; and three step-children, Susan Brunell, Bert Brunell and Anne Bitter. Dr. Wolfenbarger knew he wanted to be a medical doctor at the early age of 13 and graduated from the University of Kansas Medical School in 1958. He was a member of Beta Theta Pi Fraternity during his college years and was later inducted as a member of The Sigma Xi Scientific Research Society, (Prof. Honorary), and Phi Chi Fraternity, (Prof. Honorary). During work on his PHD, in entomology, he performed research for the US Navy in acarology where he discovered several new species of Trombiculidae. "Wolfie" practiced medicine until he was 75-years old but maintained a very active life in addition to his medical practice. He owned and operated a ranch in Northern New Mexico, built and operated a 150 slip marina in Eastern, NC, and enjoyed flying his private planes around North and South America, as well as sailing his boats along the southeastern Atlantic Coast & Gulf of Mexico. Coming from a long line of farmers, he himself was a farmer at heart. He loved the soil and the land, a love that undoubtedly stemmed from his Native American Heritage. He greatly respected and loved animals and had a special place in his heart for the most innocent and helpless of God's Creatures. "Wolfie" was a survivor. This characteristic was most evident after a brush with death in 1980 when he was lost at sea for 14 days on a life raft with no food and little water. He fought for his life so that he would be here to care for his family and others. He is greatly loved by his family and will be sorely missed by those who knew him. The Wolfenbarger family would like to give special thanks to Cynthia Gregg, Karen Dixon, and Eudora Rose, for the loving care they provided to Dr. Keith, in his home, during the last months of his life. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Monday, October 21st at Arapahoe United Methodist Church with the Rev. Penny Dollar Farmer officiating. In lieu of flowers the family suggested memorial contributions be made to Hospice of Pamlico, 11146 NC Hwy 55, Grantsboro, NC 28529, Arapahoe United Methodist Church, PO Box 25, Arapahoe, NC 28510, or Pamlico County Rescue Squad, PO Box 302, Bayboro, NC 28515. Online condolences to the family may be made at bryantfuneralhome andcrematory.com Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home & Crematory, Alliance, NC.
Published on: Wed October 16, 2013
ZAMORA, SEFERINO D. 1944-2013 Seferino D. Zamora, age 69, a resident of Jarales, NM passed away on Saturday, October 12, 2013. He was a member of Jarales Catholic Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Florentino Zamora and Sylvia Peralta; and uncle, Florindo Peralta. Seferino is survived by his son, Michael B. Zamora; daughter, Michelle V. Zamora Sandoval; special friend, Myra Candelaria; sisters, Lena Chavez and husband, Louie, Rose Chavez and husband, Tony, Mary Lou Rael; and seven grandchildren. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. All services will be held at St. Francis Catholic Church in Jarales, on Friday, October 18, beginning with a Visitation at 9:30 a.m. with a Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Interment will be held at a later date. Sign Seferino's online tribute at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.
Published on: Wed October 16, 2013
