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APODACA, DANIEL 1943-2013 a resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on August 15, 2013. Daniel was born in Cuba, NM and is survived by four children, Gerald, Elizabeth, Michelle, Valerie; his beloved grandchildren; seven sisters; and six brothers. Danny loved to fish, dance, and dress up. We're sure he's doing all three in Heaven at this moment! A Rosary will be held at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church at 4th and Alameda at 8:00a.m, followed by a Mass at 9:00 am on Friday, August 23, 2013.
Published on: Thu August 22, 2013
COX, MORRIS Morris passed away at age 89 on August 15, 2013. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, an uncle and good friend to all. He will be missed by all. He was born in 1924 in Picher, OK. Morris served in the Armed Forces from 1943 to 1945. He went to Western University in Silver City where he met Ann his wife of 61 years. They moved to Albuquerque in 1954 where they lived the last 59 years. He is survived by his wife; son Gary and daughter-in-law Brenda; daughter Lynnette and son-in-law Larry; three grandchildren Jason, Kendra, Kristine; and numerous beloved nieces and nephews. Morris enjoyed the RV life traveling the country with family and friends. He loved rock hunting, western movies, books, and water skiing. Morris loved to water ski and was still skiing on one ski at the age of 88. Morris will be laid to rest at Ft. Bayard, NM. "Memories will always keep him near to all the hearts that loved him".
Published on: Thu August 22, 2013
DANIELL, RYAN FORREST Ryan Forrest Daniell, age 32, passed away in Albuquerque on August 18, 2013 after a courageous battle with melanoma. He was born October 16, 1980, in Albuquerque, to David and Mary Daniell. Ryan is survived by his wife of seven years, Keli Daniell; two children, Ashlyn and Kailee Daniell; father, David Daniell; sister, Lacey Daniell; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins, and countless friends and loved ones. His mother Mary Ryan Daniell and his beloved dog Pearl welcomed him in to heaven. Above all, Ryan was a family man. There was nothing he enjoyed more than creating a warm home for his family, taking his daughters to the park or spending every day with his wife Keli by his side. He maintained close friendships throughout his life and was well loved and respected by everyone who knew him. Ryan was a natural leader who worked at Heads Up Landscaping as a Vice President for seven years. He is a graduate of the business school at New Mexico State University and loved being an Aggie. He has been a dedicated Pearl Jam fan since the early 1990s, traveling the U.S. to catch as many concerts as he could. He most recently saw them play a sold out concert at Wrigley Field in Chicago in July. Ryan's initial reaction to being diagnosed with melanoma was to find a way to prevent others from having to receive the same diagnosis. In lieu of flowers, the family asks those who loved Ryan to please make a donation to the Melanoma Research Foundation or AIM at Melanoma in his memory, so that we may honor his wish to continue to fight his battle. Melanoma Research Foundation (www.melanoma.org or make checks payable to Melanoma Research Foundation and send to P.O. Box 759329, Baltimore, MD) or AIM at Melanoma (www.aimatmelanoma.org or make checks payable to AIM at Melanoma and send to 3217 Bob O Link Court, Plano, TX 75093.) The family wishes to thank Ryan's amazing group of caregivers for their compassionate care: Dr. Mitchell Binder, Dr. Wen Jen Hwu, and all the nurses and staff at Presbyterian and MD Anderson. Ryan's life will be celebrated Friday, August 23, 2013, 10:00 a.m., at Risen Savior Catholic Community, 7701 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Please visit our online guestbook for Ryan at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
Published on: Thu August 22, 2013
DELGADO, DELLA Age 84, resident of Albuquerque, NM went to be with our Lord Friday, August 16, 2013. Della was born in Corrales, NM on March 25, 1929 to Victor Tafoya and Margarita Garcia. Della grew up riding horses along the Rio Grande along with her siblings. Della lived her life to please God and devoted most of her time to her family. Her greatest legacy was her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Felix Tafoya; and sisters, Rose Gutierrez and Stella Lucero. She is survived by her children all residents of Albuquerque, Paul Calderon and wife Martha, David Delgado, Margaret Apodaca and her husband Walter, Julian Delgado, Robert Delgado and his wife Evangeline, Abby Juarez, Larry Delgado, Jerry Delgado, Esther Cavazos, and Frank Delgado. She is also survived by her ten siblings; numerous nieces and nephews; 29 grandchildren; 53 great-grandchildren; and ten great- great -grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 2:00pm on Saturday, August 24th at Abundant Life Christian Outreach Church, 2851 Arenal Rd. SW.
Published on: Thu August 22, 2013
DOAK, VERNON Vernon Doak, a resident of Albuquerque, since 1955, died at home Friday, August 16, 2013. He is survived by his wife, Joanne Doak, of Albuquerque; his children, David (Barbara), Suzanne McLeod (Jon), Joanna Wild, and Andrew (Rhonda); eight grandchildren, Brittany, Elizabeth, Tyler, Jocelyn, Coleen, Alex, Michael, and James. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Jennings, Edward, and Wyeth, and his sisters, Florence and Jane. He served in the Navy during World War II and saw action in the Pacific and Atlantic theaters aboard the USS Hyde and the USS Maryland. He attended New Mexico State University after the war and graduated with a Bachelor Science degree in Biology. After moving to Albuquerque, he worked for the City of Albuquerque as a health inspector and eventually became the executive director of the Albuquerque Urban Renewal Agency where he worked to improve living conditions in the various impoverished and disadvantaged neighborhoods of Albuquerque, as well as the revitalization of the downtown area. Vernon was then employed by Albuquerque National Bank (ANB), which later became part of Bank of America (BOA). He worked in the real estate loan department and at one time, was the project manager for the construction of, and transition to, the new ANB main office building and parking structure at Third St. and Roma in 1974. While employed by ANB, Vernon continued his community service and was elected to serve two terms on the board of directors for the Albuquerque Metropolitan Arroyo Flood Control Authority from 1972 to 1976. He later retired from BOA after 28 years of service. In his spare time, Vernon enjoyed gardening, remodeling his home, travel, cooking, and most of all spending time with his loving and adoring family. The family extends its heartfelt gratitude to Sandia Hospice (Jamie Howard and Brian McMillan) and especially to the wonderful in-home health care providers, Reve Martinez, Melissa Appleyard, Rose Miera, and Natasha Quintana. In lieu of flowers please make donations to your favorite charity in Vernon's name.
Published on: Thu August 22, 2013
DOSCH, ROBERT G. A celebration of life will be held for Robert (Rob) G. Dosch. Born May 29, 1963 - August 11, 2013, will be held on Friday, August 23rd at 11:00 am at St. Stephen's United Methodist Church (4601 Juan Tabo NE.) In lieu of flowers please send donations to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital.
Published on: Thu August 22, 2013
DOW, PHYLLIS A. Phyllis A. Dow, a former Assistant United States Attorney and practicing attorney in New Mexico, passed away in her sleep on Thursday, August 15, 2013. She is survived by her loving sons, Christopher R. Dow, a student at New Mexico State University, and Clinton E. Dow, a first year law student and member of the New Mexico National Guard Medical Evacuation Unit, "C" Company, 1-171 AVN Brigade, and her former husband, Mark C. Dow. Phyllis is also survived by her sister, Marilyn Funk with nephews Christopher and Benjamin Funk, and her brother, Lain Adkins, with nephews Craig and Mark Adkins. Phyllis was preceded in death by her parents, Benjamin F. and Iryl C. Adkins, from Norman, Oklahoma where she was born in 1951 and graduated from Norman High School. Phyllis attended the University of Oklahoma, graduating with her BS degree in Mathematics. She received distinction by her induction into the Phi Beta Kappa Society for her academic achievement in the hard sciences. Phyllis simply enjoyed competing with "the guys"! Phyllis was a music lover and played the clarinet in the OU marching band. Because of her love of music, Phyllis was an avid attendee of the New Mexico Symphony and The New Mexico Symphonic Chorus. Phyllis has requested soloist Marilyn Bernard sing at her memorial service. Ms. Bernard is currently the Director for the New Mexico Youth Symphony Chorus. Phyllis and Mark Dow met at New Mexico State University where they married, and soon traveled to Pepperdine University Law School to attend, where Phyllis again excelled graduating as its Valedictorian in her Class of 1979. Phyllis and Mark moved back to Albuquerque where she started her legal career as a law clerk for the Hon. Juan G. Burciaga, United States District Judge. After her federal clerkship, she served as an Assistant Attorney General for the State of New Mexico followed by her selection as an Assistant United States Attorney serving her Country for 18 years until her retirement in March 2012. Phyllis was a active member of the New Mexico Bar Association, serving on many of its committees during her over 30 years of legal service. Phyllis and her family invite her friends and colleagues to celebrate her life at FRENCH - Lomas on Friday, August 23, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. Phyllis took great pleasure in supporting the New Mexico Army National Guard with her husband, son and cousins actively servicing their Country. Clinton Dow and Taylor Ford are Blackhawk crew chiefs and maintainers and Meg Ford is a combat medic in the Army National Guard Medical Evacuation Unit. She and her former husband, Mark Dow, retired after 32 years of the service in the New Mexico Army National Guard. Because of her many years of service supporting our Country's service members, Phyllis requests that in lieu of flowers any memorial contributions be made to the Wounded Warrior Project at: https://support.woundedwarrior project.org/ Please visit our online guestbook for Phyllis at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
Published on: Thu August 22, 2013
FERRELL, ANDREW JR. Age 24, passed away Tuesday, August 13, 2013. Andrew is survived by his parents, Andrew and Debbie Ferrell; sister, Marisa; nephew, Aaron Andrew; and a very large extended family. Andrew was preceded in death by his brother, Aaron and grandparents, Joe Ray and Diana Chewiwi. Visitation will be Friday, August 23, 2013 from 9:45 a.m. until 10:15 a.m. at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna NW with a Rosary to be recited at 10:15 am; Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Manuel Anaya, Jason Montoya, Adrian Orosco, Orlando Martinez, Ariel Ordonez, and Anthony Salgado. Andrew, Debbie, and Marisa would like to thank everyone for the love and support shown to them. 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: Thu August 22, 2013
GARCIA, BESSIE L. In loving memory of our Querida Madre: One year anniversary of her departure. Bessie L. Garcia December 20, 1920 to August 22, 2012. God saw that you were tired, and a cure was not to be. So he put his arms around you, and whispered, "Bessie, come with me." With tearful eyes we watched you suffer, and watched you fade away. Although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hard-working hands were laid to rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, that he only takes the best! It's lonesome here without you, we miss you more each day. Life doesn't seem the same, since you went away. When days are sad and lonely, and everything goes wrong. We seem to hear you whisper, "Cheer up and carry on." Each time we see your picture, you seem to smile and say, "Don't cry, I'm in God's hands, we'll meet again someday!" One long year has passed and it seems like only yesterday. You are always in our thoughts and prayers. We love and miss you so much. Your family, relatives and friends. 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: Thu August 22, 2013
JONES, LONNIE DEE Age 50, passed away Monday, August 19, 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: Thu August 22, 2013
LUNA, GILBERT July 22, 1922- August 22, 2012 Mass for the First Anniversary of Death will be on August 22, 2013, 5:30 pm, St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Catholic Church, 5901 St. Joseph Dr. NW, Albuquerque, NM.
Published on: Thu August 22, 2013
MARTINEZ, ESTHER E.O. Age 79, born in Colonias, New Mexico on May 13, 1934 to parents, Raymond Martinez and Cipriana Garcia. She has been a resident of Albuquerque since 1951, and recently passed on August 18, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, Felix Martinez in 1988. She is survived by two sons, Anthony Martinez, his wife, Alethea Martinez and Michael Conrad Martinez; grandchildren, Anthony John Martinez Junior, Teresa Isgriggs, Ashley Martinez, Michael Christian Martinez, Santana Torrez, and Michael Cramberg. She also has six great-grandchildren. Esther enjoyed a long career and retired from Sandia National Laboratories in 1997. She has five surviving siblings, Flora Sandoval, Gilbert Martinez, Gloria Ortiz, Pauline Perry and Margaret King. Friends are invited to attend Funeral Services Friday, August 23, 2013 with a viewing at 1:00 p.m. and the ceremony at 2:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Lomas. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made in her name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Please visit our online guest book for Esther at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
Published on: Thu August 22, 2013
MARTINEZ, FLOYD H. Age 72, passed away on August, 14, 2013. He was born to the late Leonor Maestas and Adrian J. Martinez, in Espanola, New Mexico and raised in Albuquerque. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He lived in Arizona for greater than twenty years before settling in Corte Madera, CA, over a year ago with his wife, Rose. He attended Valley High School, the University of New Mexico and obtained his Ph.D. in Psychology from Texas Tech University. He was a nationally recognized expert in the field of community mental health and the mental health treatment of Hispanics. He is a published writer and his first novel, Spirits of the High Mesa, received the 1998 "honor books" award from the American Library Association. He had a passion for the outdoors, southwest history, writing, college sports and March Madness! Floyd remains in the hearts of his loving wife Rose Garduno; his daughters Kimberly Martinez and Ariana Gallegos; son, Dominic Martinez; step-daughters Tiffany Massa, Bonni Mahon and spouse, Ken; grandchildren Indiana Laine, Stefano Fleurici and Kieran Mahon; his siblings Dolores Montoya and spouse Robert; Adrian Martinez, Jr. and spouse Ruth; Cordelia Arellano and spouse Delfino; John Martinez and spouse Naomi; Lydia Maldonado and spouse Tom and their families. A celebration of Floyd's life will be held at the San Francisco Theological Seminary, Stewart Chapel, 105 Seminary Road, San Anselmo, CA 94960 on Saturday, September 7th, 1:00PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to: Brain Injury Association of America.
Published on: Thu August 22, 2013
MENTZER, KELLY JO Age 62, a resident of Albuquerque since 1990, departed this life Monday, August 19, 2013. He is survived by his daughter, Amee Michelle Small and husband, Keith of Lees Summit, MO, daughter, Kristy Jo Mentzer and son, Joshua E. Mentzer both of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Korey, Kortney, Jaxon, Kelsey and Madison Rose; mother, Flora Jean Tuttle; sister, Shelly M. Cannon and husband, Richard all of Grove, OK; son-in-law, Trent Heffner and wife, Janice; girlfriend, Gloria Hudson of Bixby, OK and many nieces. Mr. Mentzer was preceded in death by his father, Charles Eugene Mentzer. He was president of the Golf Association at Puerto del Sol Golf Course. Kelly served as Head Director of Communication for TVI (CNM) and as Chief Information Officer for the State of New Mexico. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held on Friday, August 23, 2013, 2:00 p.m. at Asbury United Methodist Church, 10000 Candelaria Rd NE, with Rev. Layloni Drake officiating with a reception to follow. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery at a later date. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Autism Speaks, www.autismspeaks.org. in honor of his grandchildren. Please visit our online guest book for Kelly at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
Published on: Thu August 22, 2013
MORGAN, IVERNA Age 93, a 53-year resident of Albuquerque, passed away August 20. She was born in Guthrie, Oklahoma, December 27, 1919, and grew up in Oklahoma City. She was predeceased by husband, Harold Morgan; her parents, Verne and Gertrude Phelps; and sister, Betty Hartgers, all of Oklahoma City. Iverna and Harold's children are Connie Matzen of Raleigh, NC (Connie's husband is Vernon Matzen and her children are Sarick Matzen and Kathryn Matzen); Harold Morgan of Albuquerque (His wife is Susan Bennett and his children are Kathy Morgan and Tom Morgan); and Tom Morgan of Denver. (His wife is Alison Morgan and his son is Ryan Morgan). Iverna met Harold at Classen High School in Oklahoma City. They married in 1942 in Arlington, VA, in a classic World War II Greatest Generation whirlwind ceremony, just before Harold deployed to Africa. Uranium brought Harold, Iverna and their children to Albuquerque in 1960. Harold became the second full time general manager of Ranchers Exploration and Development Corporation, a firm holding mineral rights for properties in Ambrosia Lake. In 1976, at age 56, she started General Securities Transfer Agency Inc., specializing in stock transfer services for small public companies across the nation. She sold the company and retired in 2002 at age 82. Iverna was a strong, independent woman. In recent years, nothing pleased her more than having her family around the table to share a meal, tell stories and laugh. She especially enjoyed her card group. Iverna was active in the Eastern Star and Honored Ladies. Her service will be conducted by Tom Davis, chaplain of the New Mexico Shrine. Special thanks to Daniel Martinez, who helped Iverna maintain her home for 30 years, Visiting Angels Living Assistance Services, Presbyterian Hospice, and staff at Presbyterian Hospital. Additional and extra thanks to the consummate medical professionals who supported Iverna, especially Drs. Robin Tuchler and Neal Shaddoff, both amazing human beings. Also, Drs. Robert Wilson, Faith Shapiro. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, August 22, 2013 at 3:30 pm at FRENCH - University with a reception to follow. Donations in her honor may be made to the Ballut Abyad Shrine Childrens Hospital, 6600 Zuni SE, Albuquerque, 87108. Please visit the guest book for Iverna at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
Published on: Thu August 22, 2013
ORTEGA, CAROLYN, SISTER Sister Carolyn Ortega passed away March 18, 2013. Born on July 4, 1918 in Pastura, NM to Alberto Cristobal Ortega and Maria Carolina Clancey. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Albert, Victor and Howard Ortega; and one sister, Mary Isabel Snyder. She is survived by nieces and nephews in the States and in South Africa and by the Victory Noll sisters with whom she shared life, community and faith for 65 years. Mass will be celebrated on August 23rd at 12:15 pm at Immaculate Conception Church in Albuquerque. A memorial service and blessing of the headstone will be held at St. Helen's Church in Pastura on August 24th at 10:30 am. Please contact the family at 505-934-3022 for information.
Published on: Thu August 22, 2013
PADILLA, HARRY EDMUND Harry Edmund Padilla, age 51, passed away peacefully into the arms of our Lord and Savior on August 15, 2013. Harry is survived by his mother, Dulcy Padilla; son, Frankie; daughters Felicia and Cilena; six grandchildren; brothers Fermin, Michael and Ronnie; sisters Annabelle, Pat, Annette, Sonya and Yolanda; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Harry was preceded in death by his father Casey Padilla and brothers, Franklin, Casey Jr. and Ronnie. The Mass will be celebrated at 2150 Raymac Rd. SW at The Church of the Ascension at 10:00am on Friday, August 23, 2013; burial services will follow at the Los Padilla's Cemetery.
Published on: Thu August 22, 2013
PROFFITT LARRAZOLO, MARY Our beloved Mary Ellen left this world to be reunited with her son Joseph Larrazolo and dad Ray Duran, Sr. on August 19, 2013. She is survived by her husband Roy Proffitt; son Jacob Larrazolo; mother Josephine Mackessy; brothers Ray Duran and wife Renee and David Duran; granddaughter Lillie Larrazolo; uncles Louie Castillo, Alfred Castillo, Robert Castillo, Eloy Duran and Joe Duran; aunts Margaret Moyer and Martha Aguirre and grandmother Rose Macenez. Mary was a nurse by profession and she loved her job and was a devoted nurse to her patients. She volunteered to go to Louisiana after Katrina hit to help those in need and hardly slept for four days because the medical staff were so busy. A stranger cooked dirty rice on a propane stove and was the only hot meal they had while there. The family wishes to thank University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center for the compassion in Mary's care. Nurse Nancy in ICU and the medical staff on the fourth floor west. Thank you Justin, Cheryl and everyone else who took care of Mary. May God hold you in his care as you perform your duties and attend to your patients. It is easy to see why UNMH is the best in the state. Our precious Mary, we will miss you all the days of our lives but rejoice knowing that you can finally rest with your beloved Joseph and dad in heaven. We promise to take care of your other son Jacob till we are all reunited in heaven with our holy father. Pray for us because we will need it our loss has been unbearable. May God in his mercy watch and guide this family to deal with your loss. A Rosary will be recited on Thursday, August 22, 2013 at San Clemente Catholic Church 244 Luna Ave Los Lunas, NM at 7:00 pm. Mass of Christian Burial Friday, August 23, 2013 at San Clemente Catholic Church at 10:00 am. Interment to follow at San Clemente Cemetery. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover SW Albuquerque, NM 87102 505-243-5222
Published on: Thu August 22, 2013
SANDELICH, BILLIE M. Age 91, passed away on Thursday, August 15, 2013. She was born on February 28, 1922 in McPhee, CO to Don and Linda Mae (Humphries) McEwen. She was a resident of the Albuquerque and Rio Rancho area for the past 38 years. She will be remembered for the beautiful roses she grew, enjoying the outdoors, always on the go and spending time with her family. Her sons were so very important to her! She was preceded in death by husbands, Roger Earl Love and John J. Sandelich; son, Robert Earl Love; and grandsons, Clifford Love and Don Louie Love. Mrs. Sandelich is survived by her son, Don L. Love and wife, Judy, of Rio Rancho, NM; grandchildren, Michael Cole Love, Barry Scott Love, Autumn Love, Marchelle Pettibone, Stacy Garley and Kirk Brown; 16 great- grandchildren; and three great-great- grandchildren. Inurnment will be held at 3:30 PM on Friday, August 23, 2013 at Vista Verde Memorial Park. 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: Thu August 22, 2013
SUNDBERG, DELBERT (DEL) F. age 86, died Monday, August 19, 2013 at home. He was born in Loveland Colorado, March 24, 1927, oldest son of Leroy Sundberg and Ruth Swanson Sundberg. His father was a farmer and the family lived near Johnstown. Like most kids of those times, he was an active 4-H Club member. Del was valedictorian of his 1944 high school graduation class at Johnstown High School. He enlisted in the Army, and under the auspices of the Army Specialized Training Program, spent a year at Yale University's Japanese language school. He was assigned to occupation duty in Japan as an interpreter with the 25th Infantry Division. After his military service he attended the University of Colorado where he received a B.A. degree in 1949 and an MBA in Personnel Administration in 1951. On June 10, 1951, he married Shirley Uhrich in Loveland's Trinity Lutheran Church and they moved to Los Alamos, New Mexico, where he began a career at Los Alamos Scientific Laboratory that spanned 36 years. He was appointed Employment Director in 1956, Deputy Personnel Director in 1959, Public Affairs Director in 1966, and Information Services Division Leader in 1970. Del was also deeply involved in civic affairs and local politics. He was a member of the Los Alamos Medical Center Board of Trustees, chaired the United Way Fund Drive in 1963, and served on the board of Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce. In 1968 he was elected to the first of four terms on the Los Alamos County Council. He was also an active member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Los Alamos where he served on the Church Council, chaired numerous committees, taught Sunday School, and sponsored the youth group. Governor Jerry Apodaca appointed Sundberg chairman of the newly created New Mexico Occupational Health and Safety Review Commission in 1976. He was appointed to a second term in 1982 by Governor Bruce King. Del retired from the Los Alamos National Laboratory in 1987 and decided to return to politics. He was elected to the New Mexico House of Representatives and served on the House committees on Education, Public and Consumer Affairs, Judiciary, and Health and Human Services. Del was particularly proud of successfully sponsoring several education reform bills and passing a million dollar bond issue to fund the first New Mexico-Nature Conservancy Partnership. In 1993 he and Shirley returned to Colorado to be near aging parents and family. In Loveland he was a member of the Loveland Rotary Club and served ten years on the Loveland Public Library Board. He has enjoyed this time with family, relatives and long time friends. He was again a member of Trinity Lutheran Church where he had been baptized, confirmed and married. The Sundberg's traveled extensively in Scandinavia, Germany, the Balkan countries, and Alaska. Del was particularly interested in Civil War history and explored many battlefields of that era. He also enjoyed reading, golf, and Colorado Rockies games. Del is survived by his wife, to whom he has been married 62 years; a daughter, Ann Sundberg and her husband John Parton of Chadron, Nebraska; five nephews; five cousins; and other relatives in the United States and Sweden. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers David Sundberg and Donald Sundberg. Memorial services will be Thursday, August 22 at 2:00 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, Loveland. Memorial contributions may be made to the McKee Medical Center Foundation, the Colorado Chapter of the Nature Conservancy, or Trinity Lutheran Church in care of Kibbey-Fishburn Funeral Home.
Published on: Thu August 22, 2013
TOGAMI, ROBERT "BOB" Age 64, passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2013. Bob is survived by his wife, Marcia; his children, Laura and John (Partner, Trey); his grandchildren, Sophia and Olivia; his mother, Evelyn; his sister, Shirley and her husband, Roy; and brother, Steve; sister-in-law, Brenda; and nieces, Carli and Jodi. Bob is also survived by numerous loved family members and friends. He was preceded in death by father, Arthur. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, August 24, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. at FRENCH- Lomas Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Bob's name to the UNM Foundation/College of Pharmacy, Two Woodward Center, 700 Lomas Blvd NE, Albuquerque NM 87102, or to: www.unmfund.org/online-giving Please visit our online guestbook for Bob at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
Published on: Thu August 22, 2013
TOUREK, MARY JEANNE Mary Jeanne Tourek, age 81, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on August 17, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Robert James Tourek. Mary was born on December 19, 1931 in East Grand Rapids, Michigan to Robert and Helga Jones. She attended Northwestern University where she was a proud member of the Delta Delta Delta sorority. At Northwestern, Mary met her husband Robert. Robert and Mary married on September 12, 1952. Mary grew up with her sister Margaret and her greatest wish was to have a large family. She achieved her goal. Mary is survived by her nine children and 16 grandchildren: Bob Tourek, his wife Lisa and their sons R.T. and Chris; Katherine Tourek, her husband Stephen French and their daughters Lauren and Kendall; Mark Tourek, his wife Judy Jankowski and their children Gabe and Lexie; Kevin Tourek, his wife Kelly and their sons Benjamin, Sawyer and Aiden; Tim Tourek; David Tourek; Lisa Mack, her husband Tom and their children Johnathan, Courtney and Kaitlin; Erin Tourek; and, Megan Muirhead, her husband Chris and their children Samuel, Jack, Jordan and Elizabeth. Mary will be fondly remembered as a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She and Robert raised their nine children in East Grand Rapids where they always welcomed the neighborhood children to join the family for Sunday night dinners, board games, home run derby, capture the flag, bonfires and other Tourek events. Mary was an accomplished pianist, an avid reader and a devoted Michael Jordan fan. Mary and Robert retired to Albuquerque in 1994 to be closer to family. Education was of utmost importance to Mary. One of her proudest accomplishments was that all her children graduated from college. Therefore, in lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to any school of your choice or to any of the schools currently attended by Mary's grandchildren: Georgia O'Keeffe Elementary PTA, 11705 San Victorio Ave, NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111; Albuquerque Academy PTA, 6400 Wyoming Blvd, NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109; Sandia High School PTA, 7801 Candelaria Rd, NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110; or Coronado High School PTA, 1001 Coronado Center Rd., Henderson, NV 89052. Rosary will be recited Thursday, August 22, 2013, 5:00 p.m., at John XXIIII Catholic Community, 4831 Tramway Ridge Dr. NE. Mass will be celebrated Friday, August 23, 2013, 11:00 a.m., also at John XXIII Catholic Community. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Mary at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
Published on: Thu August 22, 2013
VALDEZ, JOSEPHINE GLORIA At age 83, Josie Valdez, went home to Our Heavenly Father on August 18, 2013. She was a truly beloved mother and grandmother. She was born on April 19, 1930 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was preceded by her husband, son, and grandson. She is survived by her children Elizabeth Valdez, Linda Gutierrez and John Valdez. She is also survived by sons-in-law Ronnie Gutierrez and David Schulte. She has four grandchildren, Raquel, Ron, Melissa and Tanya. She also has seven great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. Services will be held at Saint Therese Little Flower Church on Fouth Street NW. Rosary to be held Thursday, Aug. 22nd, at 6:00 PM and the Mass to be held on Friday, Aug. 23, 2013 at 9:00 AM. Interment will be at the Santa Fe National Cemetery following the service. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
Published on: Thu August 22, 2013
WAGNER, CLEMENT J. 8/22/1913 - 12/9/2012 Happy 100th Birthday, Dad It has been over eight months since you went away, and I miss you more and more every day. If I could write a story, It would be the greatest ever told. Of a kind and loving father, Who had a heart of gold. If I could write a million pages, but still be unable to say, just how Much I love and miss him, Every single day. I will remember all he taught me. I'm hurt but won't be sad, 'coz he'll send me down the answers, And he'll always be MY DAD. With all my love, Your daughter, Carole
Published on: Thu August 22, 2013
YEAGER, RICHARD C. On July 28, 2013, at just 64 years old, the gates of Cowboy Heaven opened and welcomed Richard Carl Yeager. Richard was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, born to Lyomal and Christine Yeager, March 24, 1949. He graduated from Valley High School and was employed by GE Aviation for 40 years. Richard loved the rodeo and spent his younger years in the rodeo circuit riding bucking bulls and horses earning multiple championship buckles. He was a longtime volunteer at the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta from its very beginning until just last year as a launch director. His presence at the early morning balloon launches will be sorely missed. He enjoyed riding his Harley motorcycle and mornings would find him with his friends at the local dearlership getting caught up on events. He was a member of the "Old Coots on Scoots" motorcycle group. Richard is survived by his daughters Tammy Cater-Yeager, Debbie Burch; his son Casey; seven grandchildren; and a great-grandson; his sister Luella Trinka; nieces and a nephew; and a host of cousins. He leaves behind as well his fiancee, Nancy Johnson and his "adopted" family on her side who grew to love him dearly. Although gone too soon, our memories will keep you near to us. Until we meet again, "Good ride Cowboy, good ride."
Published on: Thu August 22, 2013
