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BELTRAN, MARIA L. Born Sept. 21, 1966 in Alb., NM and past away on Dec. 29, 2013. She was preceded in death by her son Joel Jr. Zamarron; parents Manuel and Lucy Beltran; and sister Valentina Madrid. She leaves behind her son Andres Beltran; daughter Valentina Zamarron; sister Vicenta Chavez and her husband Lorenzo; brothers Lawrance, Manuel Jr., Leandro; alot of nieces and nephews; and many very special friends. Maria was a very loving, caring and understanding mother who was always smiling and joking. She will be greatly missed by all who love her. "Don't write your name in the sand, because the ocean will wash it away. Don't write your name in the air, because the wind will blow it away. Write you name in people's hearts, so they will never forget."
Published on: Wed January 01, 2014
BERRY, ALTA LEE 1923-2013 Alta Lee Berry, age 90, a resident of Belen, NM passed away on Tuesday, December 24, 2013. All services will be held at the First Baptist Church of Belen, on Thursday, January 2, beginning with a Viewing at 11:00 a.m. with a Funeral Service to be held at 12:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Terrace Grove Cemetery. Sign Alta Lee's online tribute at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.
Published on: Wed January 01, 2014
CARBAJAL, LARA Beloved mother, grandmother, wife, & sister passed away on December 16, 2013. A Memorial Service will be held in Lara's memory at 3 p.m. on Saturday, January 4, 2014 at FRENCH ~ Wyoming. Please visit our online guestbook for Lara at www.frenchfunerals.com FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd NE 505-823-9400
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COX, WANDA LEOLA PROCTOR Wanda Leola Proctor Cox, age 81, a resident of Peralta, passed away on Monday, December 30th. She was a member of Bosque Farms Church of Christ, and Foxey Ladies Bowling League. Wanda was a very creative person. She loved writing poetry, gardening, canning, sewing and bowling. Most of all she was very family oriented. Her life lessons will be treasured through future generations. Wanda was truly loved and will be dearly missed. Wanda was preceded in death by her husband of fifty years, Wayne M. Cox; her parents, Elvy and Martha Proctor; daughter, Colleen Cox; son, Melvin Cox; her two sisters, Louise Fulgham, and Nettie Watson, all of Peralta. She is survived by her sister, Bonnie Gladwell; daughters, Wayneen Cox, Arleen Hines and husband Courtney, Bonnie Faye Smith and husband, Randy; and son, Donald Wade Cox, all of Peralta; seven loving grandchildren; thirteen great- grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, neighbors, friends, and brothers and sisters in Christ. Services will be held at Bosque Farms Church of Christ, 1635 Bosque Farms Blvd, beginning with a viewing on Friday January 3rd from 5:00 - 6:00 pm. A viewing will be held on Saturday, January 4th, from 10:00 - 11:00 am, followed by the funeral service at 11:00 am. Interment will take place at Terrace Grove Cemetery in Belen, following the service. Pallbearers are Ronnie Smith, Jason Solano, Aaron Ashley, Robert La Fountain, Ed McLain and Terry Cox. Honorary pallbearers are June McClellan, Janet McLain, Jackie Ashley, Brandy Solano, Amanda La Fountain, Candice Hardman, Andy Miles, and Tony Chavez.
Published on: Wed January 01, 2014
DEBETTIGNIES, CHARLES E. Age 84, passed away Monday, December 30, 2013. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-821-0010
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DU TANT, BARRY Barry passed away Dec 26, 2013. Born Nov 19, 1935 in OK City, OK. Moved to Talpa, NM in 1939. Barry was a linguist and an artist. He was preceded by parents Charles Henry duTant and Cristine James duTant. Survived by sister Margot Paisley and husband and two nephews, Frank and Matthew Paisley. Interment at Santa Fe National Cemetery.
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ELLIS, JOAN M. A resident of Albuquerque, peacefully passed away Saturday, December 28, 2013. She is survived by husband, Larry D. Ellis; son, Steven E. Ellis, his wife, Deborah, and their daughter, Melissa Lou Ellis of Albuquerque, NM; and son, Jeffery M. Ellis, his wife, Jennifer, and their daughters Sarena and Talea of Eugene, OR; and sister, Rita Bernell of Albuquerque, NM. Joan was preceded in death by her parents, Lewis and Sadye Bernell and her brother, Gordon. She was a cherished mother, grandmother and best friend and she will be dearly missed. Joan was a member of Congregation Albert. Services will be Sunday, January 5, 2014, 10:00 a.m. at Fairview Memorial Park Cemetery, 700 Yale Blvd SE. Memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Humane Society of NM or Watermelon Ranch, www.wmranch.org. Please visit our online guest book for Joan at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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GARCIA, ELROY age 77, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on December 30, 2013. Mr. Garcia is survived by his beloved wife of fifty-two years, Prescilla Garcia; children, Roland, Barney, Josie and husband, Tonie, and Sherri; brothers, Ben and Ruben; sisters, Lilly, Clara, Elsie, Virginia, and Mary Jane; grandchildren, Sabina, Stephanie and fiance, Ralph, Marcos, Christina, Renee and Rick; great grandchildren, Mariah, Aurora, Brielle and Rafael. Visitation will be Friday, January 3, 2014 at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna NW from 9:45 a.m. until 10:15 a.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 10:15 a.m. by Patricia Muniz-Roberts; Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Rick, Marcos, Ralph, Eddie, Jeffery and Charlie. Please visit www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com to sign the online guestbook. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc. 1000 Old Coors Drive SW (505) 243-7861
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GERARD, FORREST JOSEPH Forrest Joseph Gerard passed away on December 28, 2013 in Albuquerque, NM. He was born on January 15, 1925 on the Blackfeet Reservation in Montana. He is a citizen of the Blackfeet Tribe of Montana. Gerard is survived by Kay, his wife of 65 years; daughters Patricia, Margaret, Rebecca and Jennifer; and son Stanley. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frederick Gerard Sr. and Rose Douglas Gerard; and siblings Frederick Jr., Charles, Mary, Hazel, Lyda, James, and John. Gerard is highly respectedrevered by manythroughout Indian Country and federal government circles because of the leadership role he played in empowering tribal communities through the transformation of federal Indian policy. In fact, it is not possible to have an informed conversation regarding Native American issues such as self-governance, self-determination, health and education without his name being prominently mentioned. After graduation from Browning High School in 1943, Gerard enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Corp and served with the 15th Air Force in southern Italy where he flew 35 missions as an engineer and gunner. He returned from military service in 1945 and earned a bachelor's degree in 1949 from what is now the University of Montana. Gerard entered public service with the Montana State Department of Public Instruction and advanced into positions with the Montana Tuberculosis Association and Wyoming Tuberculosis and Health Association. In 1957 he moved on to Washington, D.C. where he became the tribal affairs officer for the newly created Indian Health Service. After being selected for a coveted Congressional Fellowship in 1966, he moved to Capitol Hill and worked on Indian issues first with Rep. Al Ullman from Oregon and later for Senator George McGovern from South Dakota. He then served as the legislative liaison officer in the Bureau of Indian Affairs and as Director of the Office for Indian Progress at the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare. In 1971 Gerard became a professional staff member on the U.S. Senate's Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs. It was in this post that Gerard drafted some of the most significant pieces of legislation in the 20th century, including the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act, the Indian Financing Act and the Indian Health Care and Improvement Act. In 1976 he established a lobbying firm to represent tribal interests in the federal arena. In 1977 President Jimmy Carter nominated him to be the first Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs. He was confirmed by the Senate and served until 1980 when he returned to private lobbying practice in Washington, D.C. Many prominent professional people proudly refer to Gerard as their mentor and credit him with having been a major influence in their lives. Gerard was the subject of the book, The Last Great Battle of the Indian Wars that chronicled his contributions to history. In 1992 he and Kay moved to Albuquerque, and enjoyed their time with family and friends, cultural activities, traveling, and all the beauty of New Mexico. A Celebration of Life will be held Friday, January 3, 2014, 2:00 p.m., at FRENCH Wyoming. Friends may visit beginning at 1:00 p.m. Memorials may be made to the United Tribes Technical College at www.my.uttc.edu or the National Museum of the American Indian at www.nmaistore.si.edu. Please visit our online guestbook for Forrest at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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GIBSON, ALTHEA NELL Althea Nell Gibson passed Monday, December 23, 2013 at her home in Albuquerque, NM. Service was held in Artesia, NM on Saturday, December 28th & interred at Woodbine Cemetery. Nell was born December 30, 1933 in Stonewall County, TX; the daughter of Solon Debs and Irma Elaine Johnson. On Oct. 10, 1951 she was married to Jack Gordon Gibson in Sagerton, TX. She came to Artesia in 1959 from Pecos, TX and moved to Albuquerque in 1974. She owned Silverbird Jewelry in Albuquerque. She was a member of Los Altos Christian Church, and Beta Sigma Pi Sorority in Artesia. She was homeroom mother, P.T.A. officer, Girl Scout leader, and on the state board of Girl Scouts. Survivors include her husband Jack Gibson; children Jeff Gibson, wife Bonny; Larraine Drake, husband Chalk; DeNette Wallace, husband Jerry; Althea Lamoureux, husband James; eight grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and two sisters. Memorial service at Los Altos Christian Church, Saturday, January 4th, at 10:30am. Donations to Los Altos is requested in lieu of flowers.
Published on: Wed January 01, 2014
GRIEGO, MICHAEL J., Age 55, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away Saturday, December 28, 2013. He is survived by Adelita, his wife of 30 years; his two sons, Michael Jr. and Patrick; his parents, Phil and Gloria Griego; sisters, Phyllis Keller and husband, George, and Nancy Gallegos and husband, Mike, and daughters, Michelle and Melissa; as well as many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his sister, Patricia Kear; and brother, Charles Griego. Mike was a loving husband, father, brother, and son who was a friend to all. He enjoyed golfing, NASCAR, the Olympics, and spending time with family and friends. His smile and laugh were constant which he shared with everyone. He was co-owner of Instrument Service Labs and loved his work. He will truly be missed by all who knew and loved him. Visitation will be Thursday, January 2, 2014 at 6:00 p.m., followed by the Rosary at 7:00 p.m., at French - Westside. Mass will be celebrated on Friday, January 3, 2014, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Church., 4020 Lomas Blvd NE. Please visit our online guestbook for Michael Griego at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Westside 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300
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GUERETTE, RAYMOND F. Age 83, a resident of Winthrop, Maine, and formerly of Los Alamos and Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on Friday, December 27, 2013. Ray attended the University of New Mexico during the 1950s, where he played football and was a member of the Sigma Chi Fraternity. While at UNM, he earned his BS and MS degrees. In 1955 he married the love of his life, Geri Provencher of Lewiston, Maine. Upon graduation, he was a teacher and coach at Albuquerque High School. In 1961, he decided to attend Dental School at the University of Missouri. He and Geri later moved to Los Alamos to raise their family while he practiced dentistry there for more than 30 years. He was a loving husband and father and was very involved in his community. He is survived by his wife Geri; their 3 children, Deborah (John) Kuzloski of Jackson Hole, WY, Michelle (Tom) Weaver of Lake Orion, MI, and Raymond Jr. (Lori) of Conifer, CO; his four grandchildren, Rebecca Carpenter of Denver, CO, Bryan Carpenter of San Diego, CA, Erica (Brad) Miller of Madison, WI, and William Weaver (Sarah Murray) of Indianapolis, IN; and great-granddaughter, Acadia-Rose of Denver; his two sisters Theresa (Terry) Morrison and Lorraine Haag; sisters-in-law Ellen, Betty, and Joanne, all of Winthrop; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Arrangements are in the care of Roberts Funeral Home, 62 Bowdoin Street, Winthrop, Maine where a more complete obituary can be found and memories, condolences, photos and videos may be shared with the family on the obituary page at our website: www.khrfuneralhomes.com/ obituaries/Raymond-Guerette/
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MALOY, THOMAS C. Thomas Carl Maloy, age 86, of Albuquerque, New Mexico since 1964, passed away on Wednesday evening, December 18, 2013. He was surrounded by, and in the comfort of his family. Tom is survived by his six children and 13 grandchildren, daughter, Gayle Maloy, sons, Mike Maloy and wife, Becky (Robyn and Marshall), TJ Maloy and wife, Sheri (Aaron and Shawn), (Dion) Pat Maloy and wife, Mary Beth (Kelly, Katelyn, Lindsey), Toby Maloy and wife, Elizabeth (Kristine, Megan, Summer, Mitchell) and daughter, Molly (Caleb and Seth), and great-grandchildren, Colton and Liam; by his nephew, Donald Maloy; and by his dearly loved friend Ester. Tom was preceded in death by his wife, Paula Maloy; his parents, Arthur H. and Augusta (Torp) Maloy; his brother, Don Maloy; and his cousins, Betty Isaeff and Alma Robinson. Tom was born in San Francisco on July 2, 1927 to Arthur H. Maloy and Augusta Torp Maloy. He was Irish on his father's side and a second generation American from Denmark on his mother's side. Tom grew up in Lindsay, California where he excelled in track and field, and was active in his 4-H Club. At 17, in 1944 Tom enlisted in the U.S. Navy. After his service he went to college on the G.I. Bill, where he earned his degree in Industrial Arts, and later a Master's in Education from Fresno State University. While teaching high school Industrial Arts in Tulare, CA, Tom met his future wife, Paula Longacre, who was teaching Home Economics at the same school. They were married in Fresno, CA on April 10, 1952. Their first child was born in 1953. The following year, they answered a newspaper ad seeking young married couples to teach school for the Alaska Native Service. In August of 1954, Tom, Paula, and baby Gayle arrived by bush plane in the Eskimo village of Kipnuk, Alaska where they were greeted by the entire village of about 150 residents. They were the only teachers. Tom was the Principal, the village postmaster and both Tom and Paula staffed the village clinic. They enthusiastically embraced Native life and culture, and when Tom killed his first seal, a traditional celebration was held by the village as they did for every young man after his first successful hunt. The family later moved to the small Eskimo village of Chevak, Alaska where Tom and Paula were again the only two teachers. During these early adventurous and memorable years in Alaska, four sons, Mike, TJ, Pat, and Toby were born, and many lifelong friendships were made. Although they eventually moved "Outside," Tom and Paula frequently traveled back to Alaska visiting family and friends. After Tom earned his Master's Degree, he was selected for a special training group that served under Secretary of the Interior Stewart Udall. It was during the family's time in Washington D.C. that President John Kennedy was assassinated and the family took the opportunity to be present at the ceremonies involving the President's funeral procession and viewing of the casket at the Capitol building. Tom then began his career with the Bureau of Indian Affairs which brought the family to Albuquerque, New Mexico in August 1964. Their last child, daughter Molly was born the next year. Tom was in charge of purchasing and installation of equipment for B.I.A. schools and dormitories across the country, including Alaska. Tom traveled frequently and enjoyed occasionally driving the 18-wheel tractor-trailers to the construction sites. Tom was with the B.I.A. for 32 years until his retirement. Tom loved country-western dancing and enjoyed bowling, golfing, his membership in the Elks Club, welding metal art, and was a nationally ranked Senior Olympian in long jump, running. javelin, shot-put, discus, and pole vault. He participated in his last Olympics at age 85. Tom enjoyed his life and never missed an opportunity to go to a Lobo game, a dinner out, a ride around town, a party, a hunting trip (where he searched for and collected old bones of animals). Neighbors remember the familiar sight of Tom sitting on his front porch, enjoying an early evening glass of wine and visiting with the neighbors. Dad was fun to be with and entertained us with his costumes and jokes and comforted us with his soothing voice and manner and good advice. He was the anchor of our family and of the neighborhood who will be deeply missed the rest of our lives. We will raise a toast to him with his favorites, Tullamore Dew and Galliano. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, January 2, 2014, 1:00 p.m., at FRENCH - Lomas (East of Eubank). Please visit our online guest book for Thomas C. Maloy at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 505-275-3500
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MARTINEZ, ELOISA V. age 79, a resident of Albuquerque, NM passed away peacefully to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 24, 2013 as she was lovingly surrounded by her family. Eloisa was born in Chacon, NM to the late Javiel and Amelia Vigil on October 3, 1934. She was preceded in death by her sons, Lawrence and Tony Martinez. Eloisa is survived by her son Ernest A. Vigil and wife Doris; daughters, Lorraine Gurule and husband Larry and Jeanette Martinez; her long time companion, Arturo Quintana; six grandchildren, Ernest Vigil Jr. and wife Jennifer, Jeremy Javiel Vigil, Dezi Gurule, Raquel Gurule, Felicia Gurule and Josh Martinez; six great-grandchildren, Jazmine, Isaiah, Maya, Aurora, Alexandra and Antonio. Eloisa was a kind, gentle and generous soul. She loved and enjoyed life. She will be greatly missed by all her family and many friends. Our thanks to the special care she received from the Presbyterian Hospice in ABQ. NM. A Rosary will be recited at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary, 5415 Fortuna Rd. NW ABQ. on Thursday, January 2, 2014 at 7:00pm. Memorial services will be held at St. Gertrudes Catholic Church, 1 Church Plz Mora, N.M. A Rosary will be recited on Friday, January 3, 2014 at 7:00pm. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Saturday, January 4, 2014 at 10:00am. Interment will immediately follow in Chacon, NM. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008.
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MATA, CORINA Corina Mata, age 80, passed away on Friday, December 27, 2013 at home surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Ermenio Mata; son, Edmund Mata; three daughters, Lillian Lujan, Frankie (Frances) Sedillo and husband, Richard, and Annette Mata; son-in-law, Haskell Clay; five grandchildren; and twelve great- grandchildren. Corina was preceded in death by her daughter, Lila Clay. Corina will be greatly missed by her many nieces and nephews, who helped us care for her in her time of need. Also, special thanks to Heartland Hospice. Rosary will be recited Thursday, January 2, 2014, 7:00 p.m., at FRENCH - University, with private burial to take place at a later date in Mosquero, NM. Please visit our online guest book for Corina at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
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MATHESON, NELL JEANNE Nell Jeanne passed away peacefully on Dec. 26, 2013. She is survived by daughter, Laura Brown; also her son, Geoffrey Brown and wife, Gretchen; brother Jim Dillow and wife, Bethany; two grandchildren; and extended family. Nell Jeanne was raised in Hugo, CO and attended the University of Colorado; she was married to her first husband, William Brown. They lived for many years in Denver, CO, where she worked as a legal secretary. After marrying her second husband, Charles Matheson, she moved to coastal South Carolina. After Charles passed away, she moved to New Mexico to live with her daughter, and has been a resident of the Albuquerque/Corrales area for 26 years. She was physically active in skiing, sailing, tennis, swimming,and yoga. She loved dancing, arts, and culture. She was an avid reader and worked for many years at Bookworks in the North Valley. She was involved in many community activities in Corrales. Her active life included many travels and adventures. She was a bright light in people's lives and will be greatly missed by friends and family. A memorial service will be held at St. Michael and All Angels Church, 601 Montano Rd. NW, on Friday, Jan. 3, 2014, 3:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, her family requests donations to the Alzheimer's Association.
Published on: Wed January 01, 2014
MCBRIDE, RICHARD Age 73, a resident of Albuquerque, died peacefully, surrounded by his family and friends on Sunday, December 29, 2013. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Elvira McBride; daughter Andrea and husband Bill Ewert; and three grandsons, Adam, Dominic and Jeremy; siblings, Becky Thompson, Phillip, Carol and Debra McBride and numerous extended family. Richard was preceded in death by his parents Manuel and Lou McBride. He served in the US Army CID; received his Master's Degree in education and taught in Albuquerque and Grants. He also owned and operated a bus company in Grants. He enjoyed ranching, was an avid reader, a die-hard Lobo fan and his favorite past time was being with his grandsons. Rosary will be recited Thursday, January 2, 2014, 7:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Wyoming. Rosary will also be recited on Friday, January 3, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. followed by the Celebration of the Mass at 10:00 a.m. at St. Theresa Catholic Church, 400 E. High Street, Grants, NM. Burial will follow at Grants Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Bill, Adam, Dominic and Jeremy Ewert, Phillip McBride, Andy Mirabal, John Michael Shipman and Enrico Bova. Honorary bearers will be Jamie and Eric Thompson, Steven and Jana McBride, Drew and Jenna Buckley, Gordon and Aaron Pena. Friends may visit FRENCH - Wyoming on Thursday, January 2, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to www.woundedwarriorproject.org. Please visit our online guestbook for Richard at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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MONTOYA-MANARY, GLORIA Age 56, Resident of Espanola, passed away suddenly on Christmas Day, December 25, 2013. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Mona Barragan. She is survived by her loving husband of thirteen years to Charles Rollo Manary; her parents, Jose and Rose Montoya; sister, Shirley Montoya; godson/ nephew, Chris Montoya; nieces, Chantel Montoya and Mercady Montoya (Lawrence Garcia) and their children Steven Garcia and Danielle Garcia; stepson, Bret Manary; stepdaughters, Charla McKinney (Larry); Carla Manary (Joe); Dessa Manary (Rolland); son-in-law, Robert Tito Barragan; sisters -in-law, Charla Pinney (Owen) and Lorie Garcia (Rudy). Having retired from the City of Santa Fe with the Santa Fe Public Library as an Assistant Librarian. She was also a very active member with the Union AFSCME Local Union 3999. A Memorial Service will be recited at the Elk's Lodge on Friday, January 3, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. All services are going thru Rivera Family Funeral Cremations.
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OLIVER, DOUGLAS P. Age 55, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, left us on Sunday, December 29, 2013. He is survived by his life long friend and wife of 37 years, Joanna Oliver; three children, daughter, Jennifer Opell and husband, Tim,son, Daniel Oliver, son, Adam Oliver and wife Dawn and was a devoted "Papa" to four grandchildren, Julia Romero, Jason Opell, Zane Oliver and Paige Oliver. Doug is also survived by his mother, Pauline D. Oliver; 7 siblings, David Oliver and wife Pam, Debi Pearce, Diana Sigler and husband Michael, Duke Oliver and wife Linda, Denise Sigler and husband John, Donna Burkhammer, Dawn Hoffman and husband Kevin and an endless list of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Doug was preceded in death by his father, Major General Earl D. Oliver, United States Army (Ret) . He was also preceded in death by his nephew, Richard Oliver. Doug was a member of Eastern Hills Baptist Church, the NRA and was an avid Nascar fan. Doug had a great respect for family, his country and all who served. Celebration of Life Services will be held on Saturday, January 4, 2014, 10:00 a.m. at Eastern Hills Baptist Church, 3100 Morris St NE, with Pastor Larry Miller officiating. Interment will take place at Sunset Memorial Park. Friends may visit FRENCH - Lomas, Friday, January 03, 2014 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association 47-1's Special Project Fund in c/o Community Foundation of Southern NM, "Vets helping Vets, to support and defend those who have defended our country and our freedoms" www.cfsnm.org. Please visit our online guest book for Doug at www.FrenchFunerals.com. French-Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
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PEPPLER, LAUREN HAROLD Age 84, Born in Reed City, Michigan, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque. He passed away peacefully at home surrounded by, and in the comfort of his family, on December 27, 2013. He is survived by his loving wife Mary L.W. Peppler; his two devoted daughters, Patricia L. Peppler and Mary L. Peppler; with blessings of four grandchildren, Sam W. Roberts, Patricia L. Roberts; Elissa A. Peppler, Sharra L. Peppler/ Montgomery; along with great-grandchildren Jacob W. Roberts, Nevaeh R. Roberts, and Wyatt E. Montgomery. He became a Real Estate Broker/Owner of Pep Realty Corporation. A Visitation will be held Thursday, January 2, 2014, from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m., at FRENCH - University. Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 3, 2014 at 1:00 p.m., at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 300 Gold S.E., with Rev. Randy Walquist officiating. Interment will follow at Sandia Memory Gardens, 9500 San Pedro Dr. NE. A reception will follow Interment in the Parish Hall at Immanuel Lutheran Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church for Ysleta Lutheran Mission in El Paso, Texas. Please visit our online guest book for Lauren at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
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PINO, SANDRA A. Sandra Pino, a lifelong resident of Bernalillo, passed away unexpectedly on December 29, 2013 and is now at peace and out of pain in the Kingdom of Heaven. While Sandra battled health issues for many years, she handled it all with amazing strength and the beautiful grace she has always shown. A most beautiful human being, she was always the woman of faith and strength for everyone around her. Sandra's family was the greatest joy of her life and she loved each and every one of them unconditionally. Sandra was there for anyone, anytime and will be deeply missed. Sandra was preceded in death by her parents Manuel and Ida Aragon; and her son Allen Carl Pino. She is survived by her loving, caring husband of 53 years, Carlos Pino; her two daughters Denise Romero and husband Rudy, Carla Hubbard and husband David; her son Richard Kevin Pino and wife Sally; her precious grandchildren, Nathaniel Ortiz and wife Sarah, Kristal Ortiz and Marissa Duran, Brittany Lovato and husband Ralph, Cyndi Pino, Steven Pino and Lauren Crespin, Elliot Hubbard and Kaitlin Leddy, Evan Hubbard, Cary Hubbard, Alicia and Joe Romero, Camille and Walt Gude, Karen Romero; great-grandchildren, Dameon Ortiz, Ryan Ortiz, Satine Ortiz, Deja Pino, SJ Pino, Lorenzo and Jose Romero. Sandra is also survived by her loving siblings, Roanie and Theresa Aragon, Arbie Aragon and Larry Gonzales, Kiki and Eddie Munera, Skip and Tina Aragon; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends who all loved her so very much. In 2005, Sandra retired after 42 years with Bernalillo Public Schools as the administrative assistant to numerous superintendents. She loved her job and especially "the ladies" of the central office who were very dear to her. Her loving presence will be missed by everyone who was blessed to have known her. A Rosary will be recited Monday, January 6, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Bernalillo, NM, where the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Inurnment will follow at Our Lady of Sorrows Cemetery. Those who wish to sign Sandra's guest book, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services ALAMEDA MORTUARY 9420 Fourth St. NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160
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PRICE, RACHEL EMMA June 10, 1916 - November 24, 2013 Rachel Emma Price, age 97, of Gladstone, NM. Memorial Service, January 4, 2014 at 10:00 A.M. at Moriarty Civic Center, Moriarty, N.M. Inurnment at Estancia Cemetery, Estancia, N.M. Potluck following inurnment at the Moriarty Civic Center, Moriarty, NM.
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QUITZAU, JOHN JACOB John J.Quitzau III passed on December 20th with Susie by his side. His son John and sister Susan were with him as well, caring for him during his last days. John's struggle with illness is over. He met the various treatments, procedures and surgeries with an ever present positive attitude and kindness to all he encountered along the way. His generosity towards the end was exemplified in his participation in a clinical trial that he hoped would benefit others, if not himself. After moving from New Jersey to New Mexico, John and his son enjoyed life together in the Los Lunas area riding his motorcycle, embellishing their home with custom made new additions, exploring the southwest. After completing his degree in Art Education at UNM, John taught Art at Van Buren Middle School, and Highland High School. Years after moving on from teaching, his former students fondly greeted him when meeting as adults. Later he became known as the Kiva Guy, synonymous with custom made kiva style fireplaces appreciated by all who enjoy them today. John's creativity and open minded attitude is evident in the many ways he embellished his home and surroundings. He was adept at using recoiled materials (bottles, buckets, metal, wood, stone, etc.) to make functional additions to home and garden. John and Susie enjoyed life together as artists, nature lovers, mask makers, costume designers, ceramicists, cooks, gardeners and travelers. John is survived by his beloved partner Susie; his beloved son, John Quitzau IV; his father John Quitzau Jr.; sisters Susan and Carolyn; and brothers Carl, Paul, and Curtis. Please send your memories of John for inclusion in his future memorial to ssirl@yahoo.com.
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ROEHRMAN, MICHAEL FIELDING Michael passed away this month in his home in Dallas, TX. He was the husband of Renee Garduno Roehrman and the father of Nicolas and Ashley Roehrman. He worked at the Social Security Administration in Albuquerque and in Dallas. He was born in Odessa, TX, graduated from Permian High School and had a Masters Degree from San Angelo University. He married into the Bazan and Garduno Family of Albuquerque, NM. A Memorial Mass in Michael's honor will be held at Holy Ghost Parish, 833 Arizona Ave, SE, Albuquerque NM, Thursday, January 2, 2014 at 10:00AM.
Published on: Wed January 01, 2014
TORREZ, KARL J. age 55, born on September 12, 1958 in Albuquerque, NM and passed away on Friday, December 27, 2013. Karl was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He loved spending time with his grandchildren, singing, dancing, watching westerns and working outside. We will miss his beautiful smile. Karl was preceded in death by his mother, Marian Torrez and his father, Luis Torrez. He is survived by his wife Christine Montano; daughter Jonah Miller; son, Vincent Torrez; son in-law, Nathan Miller; granddaughter, Sydney Torrez; grandson, Ethan Miller; brothers, Mike Torrez, Gilbert Torres, Ronnie Torres, Jack Torrez, Louie Torrez and Tino Torrez; sisters, Sandra Sanchez, Debbie Valles, Karen Gomez-Torrez, Linda Torrez, Martha Torrez and Georgette Gurule as well as numerous other family members and friends who loved and will miss him. Memorial services will be held at John XXIII Catholic Community, 4831 Tramway Ridge Dr. NE. on Saturday, January 4, 2014. A Rosary will be recited at 10:00am. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00am. Private family burial will take place at a later time. Pallbearers will be Mike Torrez, Gilbert Torres, Ronnie Torres, Jack Torrez, Louie Torrez, Tino Torrez, Sandra Sanchez, Debbie Valles, Karen Gomez-Torrez, Linda Torrez, Martha Torrez and Georgette Gurule. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. ABQ. 343-8008.
Published on: Wed January 01, 2014
