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BACA, JOE LEWIS (SONNY) passed away following a short illness. He was born on February 22, 1941 in Magdalena, NM. The family then relocated to Albuquerque in 1948. Joe was predeceased by his parents: Daniel R Baca and Marian W. Baca; sister: Cruzita B. Acosta; and brother: Daniel R. Baca Jr.; grandparents: Teofilo and Sarafina Cabeza De Baca; maternal grandparents: Adolph (Bob) Ware and Cruzita V. Ware; uncles: Heinrich Ware, Schultz Ware, Yoseph Ware, Frank Ware, Alphonso Ware; and one of his favorite cousins: Benjamin Ware. Joe was very proud of all his cousins and friends. Despite the barriers of lifes changes, time, and miles, he loved them all very much. He leaves behind one sister: Barbara Baca who will love and cherish him always; and brother: Adolph Ware. Joe was a gifted and talented artist, a meticulous furniture maker, and a crossword puzzle whiz. His knowledge in world history and geography left everyone impressed and amazed. Joe enjoyed cooking, 50's music, hunting, horses, learning about old west lawmen, outlaws, watching new and old movie classics. Joe loved Harley Davidson motorcycles and had the sweet pleasure of owning a few in his lifetime. Joe was a wonderful kind, softspoken, intelligent, and respectful man, and is heartbreakingly, and sadly missed. Joe was a proud member of the Special Forces, and served his country bravely and nobly. Heartfelt thanks to the wonderful staff of nurses, and doctors at the VA oncology/infusion 6th floor wing, and special thanks to Heartland Hospice for their outstanding staff and superb services that they provided for Joe in his final days. Thank you: Evelyn and Wanetta, Joe's caregivers. Joe will be laid to rest at the Santa Fe National Cemetery on Wednesday, August 14, 2013, at 11:15am with full military honors. Tell my sister not to weep for me, And sob with drooping head. When the troops come marching home again, with gold and gallant tread, But look upon them proudly with a calm and steadfast eye. For her brother was a soldier too, And not afraid to die.
Published on: Tue August 13, 2013
BARELA, ERNEST D. age, 69, born in Ft. Sumner, NM, and a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on August 10, 2013 at home with his family at his side. Mr. Barela is survived by his wife of fifty years, Mary E. Barela; children, Anita Barela, Danny Barela and Charlean, Maria Barela and boyfriend, Marcelino Manriquez; sisters, Frances Pena and Ramona Sena; brothers, Willie Barela, Elias Barela and wife, Lucy, Manuel Barela and wife, Rosa; grandchildren, Nicole Larranaga and boyfriend, Nathan War, Amanda Barela and boyfriend, Dominic Baca, Antonio Nieto, Tesla Barela, Santos Herrera and Estevan Manriquez; great-grandchild, Julian War; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Barela was preceded in death by his parents, Espidion and Carolina Barela; brothers, Felix, Ricardo and Frank; sisters, Mary Maes and Macedonia Lopez. Visitation will be Thursday, August 15, 2013 at the Family Worship Center Church, 7311 Glenrio NW, from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. with a Funeral Service at 9:00 a.m., Pastor Chad Wingback, presider. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery. Urnbearer will be Willie Barela Jr. 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 August 13, 2013
BOYD, CRESTINA ROMERO RUIZ Crestina , age 80, went home to our heavenly Father on August 8, 2013. She is survived by husband David Boyd of Placitas; her sisters Lucy Romero, Teresa Garcia, & Ida Perea; and children Sylvia, Donna, Jean, Patty, Patrick, and Manuel; as well as many loving grand- and great-grandchildren. Crestina was born in Jarales on October 9, 1932, to Delfina Garcia and Manuel Romero. Crestina dedicated her life to helping others, often sacrificing her own safety and well-being in order to benefit those in her community. She pioneered early childhood development in Albuquerque, founding the first Head Start programs in the 1960s in Barelas, as well as co-founding PB&J Family Services. Among her family, Crestina was beloved for her ability to make mashed potatoes that would put Gordon Ramsay to shame. She was also known for her never-ending sass and wit that made family get-togethers interesting (and a little bit intimidating to those so lacking in a sense of self-preservation as to challenge her in debate) and enlightening. She was preceded in death by former husband Ramon B. Ruiz, and children Kathryn, Carol and Ernest. A Rosary will be recited Tuesday, August 13th at 7:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church; Funeral Mass will be held Wednesday, August 14th at 9:00a.m., also at Sacred Heart. Interment will occur at San Jose de Armijo.
Published on: Tue August 13, 2013
DAVIS, O. L. (LEO) 1922 - 2013 O. L. (Leo) Davis, a New Mexico resident for 65 years and Albuquerque resident for 48 years, passed away in Albuquerque, NM, on August 10, 2013, at the age of 90. He was born at home in the small town of Coleman, OK, on September 26, 1922. He attended school in nearby Wapanucka, OK, graduating from high school in 1940. As a child and youth affected by the Great Depression, he worked in his father's drug store, delivered newspapers, and repaired small appliances. After high school, Leo attended Murray State College in Tishomingo, OK, until his entry into the electrical construction industry in support of the war effort, becoming one of the youngest individuals in Oklahoma to earn his Journeyman's ticket. His early intention of a career in electrical engineering was interrupted by the attack on Pearl Harbor in December 1941, which prompted his enlistment in the U.S. Navy. He volunteered for submarine service while in boot camp at Great Lakes, IL, and completed submarine warfare training at New London, CT, before his assignment as an Electrician's Mate First Class and Fire Control Mate First Class on the USS Cod. While a crew member on the USS Cod, Leo participated in seven combat patrols throughout the South China Sea, with a home port of Freemantle, Australia. His wartime awards and decorations include the coveted silver dolphin submariner's badge, the Bronze Star, Navy Good Conduct Medal, American Campaign Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal, WWII Victory Medal, and the Philippine Liberation Ribbon. Leo was honorably discharged from the Navy in January 1946, and resumed his higher education in electrical engineering by returning to Murray State College and earning his Associate's Degree in E.E. He married Edris Jean Addy of Wapanucka, OK, on June 1, 1947, and soon after accepted employment with the Reynolds Electrical and Engineering Company of Santa Fe, NM, prompting a move from Oklahoma to Espanola, NM, where he and Edris lived while he worked as an electrical construction foreman during the expansion of what would become Los Alamos National Laboratory following the Manhattan Project. Leo worked for Reynolds Electric for the next 17 years, rising through the company to become Vice President before buying the power line division and moving it to Albuquerque in 1965, where he later started his own high tension power line and electrical substation construction company, Power Constructors, Inc. After leading his company through several successful years of business as Power Constructors, he transitioned it to a new entity, Manzano Western, Inc., and also started another company, Canada, Inc., specializing in construction equipment and truck body modification. Leo was a 72-year member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), a Life Member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE), served multiple terms as district governor of the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA), and participated in numerous reviews and updates to the National Electrical Code as a member of the Codes and Standards Committee. Finally retiring in 1999 at the age of 75, Leo directed his attention and energy to his passion for submarines and veterans' affairs. He was a charter member of the New Mexico Veterans Memorial Board and spent untold hours volunteering his service toward the development and completion of the New Mexico Veterans Memorial site and facilities in Albuquerque. He served as president of the Bullhead Base of the U.S. Submarine Veterans, Inc., and was a proud member of the Holland Club, a division of the SubVets organization named after the very first US submarine, the Holland. As a Navy League member, he was active in supporting the newly formed Bataan Military Institute in Albuquerque, and also spent considerable time and energy sponsoring and working toward the commissioning of the USS New Mexico, one of the Navy's newest Virginia-class fast-attack nuclear submarines. His participation as an exceptionally active member of the Submarine Veterans of WWII was a vitally important part of his life, and he was immensely proud of the USS Cod Submarine Memorial, the actual submarine he served on in WWII, now docked in Lake Erie in Cleveland, OH, and designated as a National Historic Landmark. Leo was preceded in death by his sister, Esther Naomi (Davis) French, of Midwest City, OK (2003), and is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Edris Jean (Addy) Davis, of Albuquerque; son, Colonel (Ret) Thorne Davis, and wife Mary-Lou, of Castle Rock, CO; son, Mark Davis, and wife Karry, of Tijeras, NM; granddaughter, Jennifer Erin (Davis) Green, and husband Rob, and great grandchildren Logan and Cassidy, of Castle Rock, CO; and grandson, Sean Matthew Davis, and wife Charlotte, and great granddaughter Bella, of Durham, NC. Services are scheduled for Thursday, August 15, 2013, at 10:30 AM at St. John's United Methodist Church, 2600 Arizona NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the USS Cod Submarine Memorial, 5274 Townsend Road, Richfield, Ohio 44286; and/or the Navy League of the United States, New Mexico Council, P.O. Box 91554, Albuquerque, NM 87199. Please visit our online guest book for Leo at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd NE (505) 275-3500
Published on: Tue August 13, 2013
FRICK, JAMES TIMOTHY Age 31, passed into the arms of God on Friday, August 9, 2013 after a zip line accident near Santa Fe. Born on July 27, 1982, Jimmy was a life-long resident of Albuquerque. He was the third of four children of Kevin and Suzy Frick. In his present employment, he was the promotions editor for KRQE, Albuquerque, but the depth of his being and the talents he possessed were manifested in so many other ways. Jimmy was the definition of an artist. He lived his day to day existence pouring out his creativity. If there was anything at all to learn from him it is this, "do not settle, be authentic, give your gift to the world -whatever that may be." He lived out his very last moments embracing the beauty he so profoundly poured out into the world around him. Jimmy's heart, soul, and character will ever live on in all who had the pleasure to know him. He leaves his dear girlfriend and future wife, Julia Fitzhugh. The two of them exemplified an amazing love and kindred spirit. His surviving family include his parents, Kevin and Suzy Frick; sister, Elizabeth Dowd and husband, Tim; brothers, Jeremy Frick and Joshua Frick and wife, Erin; and his two young nieces, Natalie (2 1/2) and Olivia (4 weeks). Also grieving are his Grandma Frick and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Jimmy gave his life to Jesus at a young age and lived a life with a spiritual foundation. Now we celebrate that life in the midst of our profound sorrow with a service this Thursday, August 15, 2013, 11:00 a.m., at Sagebrush Community Church, 6440 Coors Blvd. NW. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made in Jimmy's name to a charity of your choice. Please visit our online guestbook for Jimmy at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
Published on: Tue August 13, 2013
GARCIA, JIM 08/13/1939 - 12/23/2012 Dad, today is your birthday and you would have been 74, You not being here with us stings to the very core! It has been almost 8 months since you went away, And yet we miss you more and more every day. The sadness that we all feel seems like it won't end, We lost a husband, dad, a papa and especially a friend. Dad, you are missed so much there is just no way to say it, Your smile, your laugh, your love, support, and your spirit. Our grief is only relieved by the thought of you smiling down at us, You loved us with all your heart and would not like all this fuss. Mom's a trooper and tries so hard to keep going, you see, But she misses you so much, the love of her life, her Jimmy G. So have a happy birthday Dad, we love you more than you know, We all are doing our best, still trying to take care of your Glo. Just keep watching over us because it is in you that we trust, And remember to leave some fish for those you left in the dust. Happy Birthday Dad, we love you!
Published on: Tue August 13, 2013
GURULE, RICHARD RALPH Richard passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2013. He was predeceased by his father and mother: Ralph and Lydia Gurule; his sons: Richard and Ronald Gurule; and sister: Betty Montoya. He is survived by his daughter: Raychelle; brother: Gilbert; grandchildren: Christopher, Kaylee and Allyson; and one great-grandchild: Emma. Richard's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Wednesday, August 14th at Salazar Mortuary from 5:00-7:00 p.m. with a Rosary at 7:00. Mass will be Thursday, August 15th at 10:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church followed by a Burial at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Please visit Richard's online guest book at: www.SalazarMortuary.com SALAZAR MORTUARY 400 Third Street SW Albuquerque, NM 87102 (505)-242-1133
Published on: Tue August 13, 2013
GUTIERREZ, JAMES S. James S. Gutierrez of Albuquerque, NM, age 59, passed away on 8/9/2013. He is survived by his mother Agnes Cline; father Ray Gutierrez; sister Geri and husband Danny; sister Melody and husband Larry Archuleta; and sister Amanda; brother Jesse and wife Deanna; brother Jerry and wife Patsy; sisters Sherry Pickle and Tammy Turner; and many, many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews, and more friends and family than we could count. Though we say goodbye for now, it is only until we meet again. Services will be held at Life Tabernacle Church on 1112 Carlisle SE, Wednesday 8/14/13 at 11:00am.
Published on: Tue August 13, 2013
MARTIN, REBECCA CAROLINE Age 88, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully, Sunday, August 11, 2013. She was born in Ft. Sumner, NM and was a resident of Paradise Hills, where she was a member of St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church. Rebecca looked forward to getting together with her friends for lunch at the Paradise Hills Senior Center. She was preceded in death by her parents, Howard Charles and Luisa Beaubien Barrett; her husband, Arthur George Martin; son, Howard; daughter, Charlotte; and brothers, Frank, Paul, Howard and Marvin. Rebecca is survived by her children, Caroline Busch and husband Ronald, Mary Stockavas and husband Eddie, Frank Martin and wife Kathie; eight grandchildren; and seven great- grandchildren. Rebecca will be greatly missed by all. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday, August 14, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church, 5712 Paradise Blvd NW, Albuquerque. Interment to follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. To view Service Information or sign the guest book, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services ALAMEDA MORTUARY 9420 Fourth St. NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160
Published on: Tue August 13, 2013
REYOS, MONTE JAMES In Memory of Monte James Reyos, Sept. 3, 1984 - Aug. 6, 2013. Services at Daniel Family Funeral Services, 4310 Sara Rd SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124. The Casket bearers, Kayleb Reyos, Napoleon Felicia, Thurman Vicenti, Clyde Vicenti, Keeno Vicenti, John Bonilla, Kevin Vicenti and Dewayne Martine. Honorary pallbearers, all his family an friends that loved him. He will be missed greatly.
Published on: Tue August 13, 2013
RIGGINS, ELIZABETH (BETH) Age 79, stepped into the waiting arms of her Lord peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, August 10, 2013. She taught many, through the way she lived her life, that ministry is who you are as a Christ follower living life fully to God's glory and not just something you do. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. Beth was born in Quincy, MO in 1934 and graduated from high school in Hermitage, MO in 1952. She lived and worked in Kansas City, MO until she married Glenn Riggins in 1956 when they moved to Albuquerque, NM where she raised her family. Beth was a charter member of Sandia Baptist Church since 1959 where she worked with women, students, and adults. After her family, her passion was mentoring and guiding college students and single adults through the International Wives Program, the Baptist Student Center at UNM, and her church. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Glenn Riggins; daughter, Debbie Gleason and husband, John of Texas; son, Mike Riggins and wife, Teresa of Georgia; four grandchildren, Andrea Begay and husband, Nathaniel of Albuquerque; Aimee Shelton and husband, David of Texas; Heather Riggins of Virginia; Mark Riggins of Georgia; four great-grandchildren, Dakota and Colier Begay of Albuquerque; Camille and Travis Robinson of Colorado; as well as many other family and friends. Memorial services will be held Thursday, August 15, 2013, 11:00 a.m., at Sandia Baptist Church, 9429 Constitution Ave. Friends may visit FRENCH - Lomas, Wednesday, August 14, 2013, 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Senior Adult Building Program at Sandia Baptist Church. Please visit our online guestbook for Beth at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
Published on: Tue August 13, 2013
WILLIAMS, PATRICE (PAT) FOSTER died August 6, 2013, born to William Bennett Foster and Aileen Smith Foster on December 10, 1929 in Springer, NM. Pat began studying piano at age three. Her family moved to Albuquerque in the early 1940's and she graduated from Jefferson Junior High School and Albuquerque HS. She attended St. Louis Conservatory on a music competition scholarship, receiving her Bachelor's degree, and won a Fulbright Scholarship to Munich. She received a Masters of Music from Memphis State University and continued performing in various settings all her life. After raising a family, Pat began a new career. She received a Master's in education from UNM and taught special education at Manzano HS. Her career turned to social work; she was a dedicated case manager with Children's Medical Services in Santa Fe until her retirement in 1996. In the late 80's she bought property near Santa Fe and built the adobe house she had longed for; she was an artist in her design and the space became a beloved refuge with views of the mountains. Her friends and family have so many stories to tell of a wonderful, gracious, funny, talented, kind, brave, intelligent Pat. She loved her family and friends, birding, music, her pets, gambling, and travel. Pat is survived by her daughters (with Charles Torrey Williams) Kristin Williams (Jerome Splichal) and Mareth Williams (Mike Hart); and grandchildren Sarah Hart, Michael Hart and Coty Splichal (Paul Vermeren). A private service will be held. The family wishes to especially thank her excellent caregivers at A Love for Life, Albuquerque. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Cuidando los Ninos, clnkids.org, PO Box 12786, Albuquerque, NM 87195.
Published on: Tue August 13, 2013
