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ADAMSKO, AL Born Albert Joseph Adamasko, "big Al" to his friends. Born December 9, 1927, died March 15, 2014, at the age of 86. Al's difficult journey with Alzheimer's is over. Al, and his wife of 63 years, Agnes, moved to Albuquerque in 1952 and raised their family with values of hard work and love of God. Al helped support his mother and father during the Great Depression, served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict, and was a hard working democrat, AARP lobbyist and hot air balloon enthusiast. His priorities remained God and family first. Husband, dad, grandpa, zedo, brother, uncle - Al was first and foremost a devout Catholic, a member of the Knights of Columbus and the Holy Name Society. He was generous to all and helped many people. Retiring from the Gas Company after more than 30 years of service, Al and Agnes traveled to Slovakia to reconnect with family. He enjoyed cutting and selling Christmas trees and firewood. Al is survived by his wife, Agnes; daughters, Sylvia Adamsko, Pamela Pettit and Linda Adamsko; grandchildren, Amanda and husband Adam Lowe, Alex Pettit and Tessa Pettit; great-granddaughters, Grace and Joyanna Lowe; nieces, nephews, in-laws and friends too numerous to count. Vicnaja Pamjat! (Eternal Memory) A viewing is scheduled for Monday, March 24, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. with recitation of the Rosary at 10:30 a.m. followed by a Liturgy of Christian Burial according to the Byzantine Catholic Rite at 11:30, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Byzantine Catholic Church, 1837 Alvarado Dr. NE, Albuquerque. Interment will immediately follow the services. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Our Lady of Perpetual Help or to the Alzheimer's Association, Albuquerque Chapter, (505) 266-4473. Special thanks to the stellar staff of Brookdale and Dr. Standoli for their exceptional care and concern. Please visit our online guestbook for Al at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
Published on: Fri March 21, 2014
ALDERETE, PORFIRIO "AL" 2/26/29-3/21/2010--It broke our hearts to lose you, but you did not go alone. A part of us went with you, the day GOD took you home. If tears could build a stairway, and heartaches make a lane, we'd walk our way to heaven, and bring you back again. In life we LOVED you dearly, in death we love you still, in our hearts you hold a place NO ONE could ever fill. We love and miss you Daddy! Always and Forever, Rebeca, Frank, Alan, Cindy and Brenda
Published on: Fri March 21, 2014
ALEXANDER, JUANITA LUCILLE A long-time Albuquerque resident died Monday, March 17, 2014. She was born April 7, 1918. Juanita started her teaching career in a one room school house and retired from a long career as a reading specialist in the Albuquerque Public Schools. Her love of children and teaching continued through many years as she lead classes in Sunday school at St. John's United Methodist Church. Juanita and her husband Merle Wayne Alexander, who preceded her in death in 1996, enjoyed summer camping vacations into wilderness areas of the Western U.S. and Alaska. They lived a life of purpose, providing much support to the Ford and Alexander families, including her brother Trammell who died in 2000. Her other brother, Kenneth, died while serving in WWII. Juanita is survived by five nieces and nephews who live in California and Oregon. They are Candace Ford Gray (John); Judi Ford Smith (Dan); and children Will, Andrew, Robert, and Danelle; Kenneth Ford (Beverly); and children Megan Ford Smith (Jeramie), and Aleesha Ford Rubini (Nate); Trammell Brady Ford, Jr. (Charlotte); and children Tram and Brian (Naomi); Fanci Ford Stow (Tom) and children Kelly (Jake), Ryan, and Kaelen. She also has numerous great-grandnieces and nephews. Also grieving for her passing is her long time devoted friend, Mary Lou Brito, who became "like a daughter" to Juanita. Mary Lou and her husband Art, and their children Art, Jr. (Sharon); Tanya (Jim); and Matthew (Stephanie). Other especially close friends are Vern and Betty Easley who lived next door to Alexander's for over 50 years and had provided much assistance and companionship to her. Gary Plumlee (Gloria); Juanita's second cousin, also visited with her often at the Manzano del Sol nursing home where she spent her final years. She is also survived by her brother-in-law, Oliver and his wife, Kathleen, and their children Wanda Stailey (Ron); Ginger Fisher (Cecil); and Huel. Juanita enjoyed telling stories of her growing up, and retelling stories of her father, Oscar Ford, who was one of the last cowboys to ride the famous Good Night trail in the early 1900's. Many of these stories have been recorded and transcribed as family treasures. Juanita supported her parents in their retirement on the family ranch outside of Las Vegas, NM and has maintained the land for four generations. Visitation Sunday, March 23, 2014 from 2:00pm to 6:00 pm. at Daniels Family Funeral Services. Services will be held Monday, March 24, 2014 at 10:00am, at St. John's United Methodist Church, 2626 Arizona St, NE, Albuquerque 87110. Viewing will be on Sunday, March 23, from 2:00pm to 6:00 pm. at Daniels Family Funeral Services, To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800
Published on: Fri March 21, 2014
ARITE, JAMES James Arite passed away Monday, March 17, 2014 at his home in Seboyeta, NM. Born on January 28 of 1933, he was 81. He is preceded in death by his twin sister, Mary Elizabeth; his daughter, Mary Elizabeth; his parents, Giuseppe and Concetta (Allia) Arite; and brothers, Anthony and Samuel Arite. James is survived by his wife of 54 years, Angelina (Gonzales) Arite; sons, Joseph (Lydia) Arite and Daniel (Kim) Arite; daughters, Anita (Leonard) Lujan, and Concetta (Herman) Baca; sisters, Rose Arite, Catherine Orite, and Mary (Cosimo) Figliomeni; sisters-in-law, Rita Arite, Piva (Jose) Ornelas, Irene Gonzales, Anita (Larry) Boyer; brothers-in-law, Daniel (Daroline) Gonzales, Raymond (Jenny), Herman (Rosalie) Gonzales, Rudy (Matti) Gonzales; his beloved grandchildren, Patrick, Lily and Allia Arite, Giovanni and Katina Baca, Allyna and Allyse Judah; his blessed great-grandson and namesake, James Mateo Martin; as well 27 nieces and nephews; seven godchildren, and many others whom he loved. James Arite will be remembered as a gentle man who often let his silence speak for him. What he did say was always full of wit, wisdom, and love. James could often be found enjoying life's simple things; a good meal, daily mass, or spending time with his family though often all three came together to be enjoyed as one. He was completely devoted to his family and his Catholic faith. He was extremely proud of his Italian-American heritage, and also highly patriotic. He had a lifelong enjoyment of baseball, so as a young boy he and his brother were bat boys and scorekeepers for the Toledo Mud Hens beginning at Swayne Field in Toledo. On television and the radio, he often cheered for them and his Detroit Tigers though in later life found as much enjoyment in the Albuquerque Isotopes and the Colorado Rockies. He held a deep love of learning which he instilled and encouraged in all his children and grandchildren. He continued this love all of his life; doing crossword puzzles to continue learning new facts and words. He attended St. Ann Elementary, Central Catholic High School in Toledo, OH, and graduated from University of Toledo with a bachelor's degree in history. In 1955 he entered the Navy and spent his time on the USS Lexington. Later he worked as an accountant for Homestake Mining Company. He spent much of his early retirement traveling with his wife. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to a favorite Catholic Charity, St Pius High School in Albuquerque, or the American Heart Association. Rosary was recited Thursday, March 20, 2014, at FRENCH - Wyoming. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, March 21, 2014, 11:00 a.m., at Sangre De Cristo Catholic Church, 8901 Candelaria Rd. NE. Interment will take place Saturday, March 22, 2014, 9:30 a.m., at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 7999 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Please visit our online guestbook for James at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
Published on: Fri March 21, 2014
BACA, JENNIFER R. age 35, passed away March 17,2014, with her family beside her. Her strength and perseverance during her battle with an extremely rare and aggressive cancer was admired by all. Jennifer devoted her life to her family and her students. She was passionate about making a difference in the lives of hundreds of children and families in her career as a teacher. Her sweetness, caring, understanding, and patience attributed to her being a wonderful mother and person. Jennifer touched everyone that knew her. She is survived by two loving, beautiful children, Kaleah, age 13 and Attyana, age 6; her mother, Carolyn Aragon; father, Michael G. Gutierrez; her grandmother, Jean Seibert; stepfather, Richard Haber; brother, Michael S. Gutierrez and his wife, Marlo; sister, Stephanie Gutierrez; a loving and devoted fiancee, Jeff Montano; aunts and uncles, Jeff and Ann Lewellen, Kathy and Steve Bailey, Kevin and Yvonne Koval, Robert and Margaret Zamora as well many cousins and nephews. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Jennifer R. Baca memorial fund at the US New Mexico Federal Credit Union to help in education of her two daughters. Arrangements are being made by Daniels Family Funeral Services. Services will be held at 12 o'clock, Saturday, March 22, 2014 at St. Johns United Methodist Church, 2626 Arizona NE; Albuquerque, NM. 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
Published on: Fri March 21, 2014
BOWERS, MELISSA K. Melissa K. Bowers, age 44, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2014 after a long illness with her loving family by her side. Melissa was a life long resident of Albuquerque. Melissa most recently worked for Direct Buy. She was known as a super sales person. Several times she ranked as the top, or near the top, sales person in the nation for that company. More important to Melissa was her relationship with her God, Jehovah. Everyone who came into contact with her soon found that out. She loved to share her hope in God's Kingdom with everyone she met. Melissa was baptized as one of Jehovah's Witnesses in 1984 and served her God faithfully right up to her last breath. She was preceded in death by her siblings Kimberly and Matthew Bowers. Melissa is survived by her parents Ron & Karin Bowers; Larry Mills; grandmother Thea Gallegos; brother Kenneth Bowers, his wife Courtney; brothers Patrick Bowers and Adrian Mills; niece Elizabeth Chavez; nephew Timothy Bowers; uncle Bob Bowers; Marian Davis, her husband Henry; Jasmine Briggs, her husband Rocky; many loving cousins and countless special friends. Melissa touched many lives with her love, spirit, and strength. Perhaps one of her most outstanding qualities was her generosity. She was always willing to lend a helping hand, no matter what circumstances she herself was in. She always looked for the best in others. She definitely affected the lives of those she touched. She will be greatly missed. Her confidence in the resurrection hope was strong to the very end. She was sustained by Martha's words to Jesus in the Bible at John 11:24 "I know he (I) will rise in the resurrection..." We look forward to that reunion. What a joyful day that will be! A memorial service will be held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 6509 Signal NE, at 1:30 PM on Saturday, March 22, 2014.
Published on: Fri March 21, 2014
BREECH, KYLE Kyle, age 29, passed away March 18, 2014. He is survived by his loving parents Tamara Lucero and Rick "Pops" Lucero; father Mike Breech; brothers Levi Lucero, Michael Breech and wife Andi; sister Lindsay Schardon; three nephews; grandparents; and many family and friends who will miss him very, very much. A celebration of life will be held at Calvary Chapel East at 12820 Indian School Road NE on Friday, March 21st at 10:00 am.
Published on: Fri March 21, 2014
BRIGGS, FRIEDA MARIE Frieda Marie Briggs (nee Statham) left this life and entered the arms of her Lord on Friday, March 14, 2014, at the age of 89. Frieda Statham was born May 8, 1924, to Frederick McKinley Statham and Mary (Jursche) Statham in Farmington, Illinois. At the age of five, the family moved to Gallup, New Mexico, where Frieda graduated from high school in 1941. Her highlight as a member of the high school band was attending the World Fair in San Francisco. She attended college in Pittsburgh, Kansas, obtaining her teaching certificate, and took graduate work in Flagstaff, Arizona. She taught school for 27 years in Gallup, NM, teaching the primary grades which she dearly loved. She was a life-long member of the United Methodist Church, where she also taught and worked. For more than 60 years she was a member of the Masonic Order of the Eastern Star, serving as Worthy Matron in Gallup and traveling the state of New Mexico as a Grand Officer. She was a member of the Star in Gallup, Belen, Albuquerque, Santa Fe and Great Falls, Montana. She served as Rainbow Girls Mother in Gallup and Santa Fe. She was twice the head of Social Order of the Beauceant and a member of the Shrine Daughters of the Nile. She was married for 57 years to Albert Leon Briggs, has a son Joel, Flagstaff, AZ; a daughter Carolyn Dobbs, Rio Rancho; three grandsons Joel, Troy, Ty; one granddaughter Tracy; five great-grandchildren (another on the way); and two foster children Rocky-N Mex and Rochelle-Alaska. Frieda's mission in life was for the benefit of mankind and all living things. Yes, Dear Lord, she is sorely missed, and we ask that you find a special place in your kingdom that befits my Earth Angel. Amen! A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Sunday, March 23, 2014, at Mesa View United Methodist Church, 4701 Montano Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM. Frieda will be buried in the Garden Wall at the Trinity Heights United Methodist Church, Flagstaff, Arizona.
Published on: Fri March 21, 2014
CAULDER, EDWARD age 77 resident of Los Lunas, passed away on Wednesday, March 19, 2014. Edward was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Belen. Edward was committed to his Christian faith, his family, and his friends. "Gramp" adored all animals, was loved by all and will be missed by everyone that knew him. He is preceded in death by his wife, Norma L Caulder; father, Ted Caulder; mother, Mollie Caulder; sister, Betty Coombes and a brother, Robert G Byrd. Edward is survived by his children, Jace Caulder and his wife, Leslie, John Caulder and his wife, Ginny, Kathy Caulder, Julie Aragon and her husband, Johnny and Lynette Caulder; sister, Bess Marto; 13 grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and his two cats, Kimmie and Silver. A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, March 22, 2014 at 5:00 PM at the Noblin Funeral Service Belen Chapel, with Pastor Jace Caulder officiating. The family will receive friends beginning at 4:30 PM. Arrangements are being handled by the caring professionals at the Noblin Funeral Service Belen Chapel, 418 W. Reinken Ave., (505) 864-4448, where an online guest register is available at www.noblinfuneralservice.com
Published on: Fri March 21, 2014
CHAVEZ, ANTONIO F. "TONY" Tony Chavez passed away on March 18, 2014 with his mother by his side. He was 60 years old. Tony was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque. He was born Oct 21, 1953 to Louisa and John Chavez. He is predeceased by his father John Chavez; brother, Paul Chavez; grandparents, Frank and Maria Francia; grandparents, Lorenzo and Gesaria Chavez; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Tony is survived by his loving son Pablino and wife Theresa Chavez; his loving mother, Louisa Chavez; two grandchildren who were his pride and joy: Elizabeth and Pablino Chavez; his aunt and godmother, Theresa Garcia; his aunt, Dolores Calhoun; his uncles: Pablo and wife Susanna Chavez, Lorenzo and wife Judy Chavez; and many cousins and friends. Tony will be deeply missed by his family. Tony's Life Celebration will begin on Sunday with a visitation at 5:00 p.m. and Rosary at 7:00 p.m. in the Floral Chapel at Salazar Mortuary (3rd and Lead SW.) A Life Celebration Service will be held on Monday at 10:00 am also at Salazar Mortuary. Burial will follow at Escabosa Cemetery in Tijeras, NM. Pallbearers will be Pablino Chavez, Harry Tafoya, Claude Espinosa, Leo Francia, Ben Lovato, and Richard Frequez. Please visit Tony's online guestbook at www.SalazarMortuary.com SALAZAR MORTUARY 400 Third St. SW 242-1133
Published on: Fri March 21, 2014
CHAVEZ, JOSE D. Age 92, beloved and devoted husband, father, grandfather and brother, passed away peacefully, Sunday, March 16, 2014. He was born in Cuba, NM and was a resident of Bernalillo, NM. Jose served in Italy during World War II where he received a Purple Heart and Combat Infantry Badge. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and taking care of animals. Jose will be fondly remembered by his terrific sense of humor and his love for telling stories. He was preceded in death by his in death by his parents, Santiago Chavez and Dolores Sandoval; brothers, Genaro Chavez, Alfredo, Abel, and Jose Manuel Sandoval; an sister, Guadalupe Carrillo. Jose is survived by his loving wife of 18 years, Mary Lou Chavez; his children, Deluvina Casias, Eliseo Chavez and wife Gloria, Joe Chavez, and Sharon Gonzales and husband Miguel; numerous grandchildren; his sister, Evan Gutierrez; and his four legged companion, Chiquita. Jose will be greatly missed by his loving family and by those whose lives he touched. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, March 21, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. also at the Church. Interment will be Monday, March 24, 2014 at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:15 p.m. Pallbearers will be Abel Sandoval, Ray Casias, Servando Perez, Reyes Perez, Joe Arellano, Douglas Largent, Eddie Molinar, and Gilbert Aragon. Honorary Bearers will be Chris Casias, Johnny Carrillo, Manuel Pena, Joseph Valdez, Ben Chavez, and Robert Chavez. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services ALAMEDA MORTUARY 9420 Fourth St. NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160
Published on: Fri March 21, 2014
GARCIA, STEPHEN (STEVE) THOMAS 
Stephen (Steve) Thomas Garcia, 60, of Bozeman, MT, and an Albuquerque native, passed away Feb. 4, 2014. A memorial service for his family and many Albuquerque friends will be held March 22, 9:30 a.m. at the University of New Mexico Alumni Memorial Chapel. Memorials may be made in his name to The Big Brothers and Sisters or the Yellowstone Conservancy. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.forevermissed.com/ steve-garcia
Published on: Fri March 21, 2014
GOFF, ALICE D. 88 1/2 years young, passed away Sunday, March 16th, 2014 with her daughter by her side. She is survived by daughter, Debbie Benninghoff; her son-in-law, Robert; and grandchild, Jamie of Albuquerque. Mrs. Goff is also survived by her sister in law, Patricia Beaton; niece, Nicola Straw and husband James and their four children; nephew, Gary Beaton all of Great Britain and numerous relatives in Vienna, Austria. Mrs. Goff was preceded in death by her husband, Charlie in 2007; son, James in 1978, and her brother, Ernest in 1986. Mrs. Goff was born in Vienna, Austria and spent her teenage years in England. After WWII, she moved to West Germany where she met and married Charlie, an American civilian who had served in the US Army during the war. After their marriage in 1949, they moved to England where Charlie worked for the Department of Defense. Charlie's job took them to England, France and back to Germany. The family moved to Albuquerque in 1986. Being a firm believer in philanthropic work, Mrs. Goff was an active member of Assistance League of Albuquerque. She was an avid bridge player and attained the rank of bronze life master. A Memorial Celebration of her Life will be held this Saturday, March 22, 2014, 3:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Lomas with a reception to follow. Interment will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery on Tuesday, the 25th of March at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions may be made to: Assistance League of Albuquerque, Amnesty International, Doctors without Borders and the Southern Poverty Law Center. Please visit our online guestbook for Mrs. Goff at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
Published on: Fri March 21, 2014
HANKS, EUGENE RALPH 
Eugene Ralph Hanks, CAPT U.S. Navy Retired, WWII fighter pilot Ace, jet test pilot, Blue Angel, "Top-Gun" squadron commander, mountain land developer and resident of Mora, NM, died peacefully in Albuquerque on March 13, 2014, at the age of 95. Born in Corning, CA, Dec. 11, 1918, He attended Red Bluff H.S. in Red Bluff, CA, and California Polytechnic State College San Luis Obispo before joining the U.S. Navy in Oct. 1941. He completed flight training and received his wings and commission in Aug. 1942. CAPT Hanks served 28 years in the U.S. Navy through several wars earning the Navy Cross, two Distinguished flying Crosses, seven Air Medals, the Legion of Merit, and various other medals and citations. He served as Commanding Officer (CO) of three jet fighter squadrons, including being the first CO of the famous "Top-Gun" squadron. During WWII in the Pacific near Tarawa Island in Nov. 1944, he became the first Navy Hellcat pilot to become an "ace" in a day by shooting down five enemy planes in the first five minutes of his first aerial combat, a feat few, if any, fighter pilots have accomplished. After WWII, he was a test pilot at Patuxent River Naval Test Center in Maryland, testing the Navy's first jet planes when they simply said, "Get in and fly." In 1950, he was a member of the Blue Angels, the Navy's aerial demonstration team, flying the Panther jet. Hanks was also the CO of the Navy's first jet training squadron of select pilots; a member of the first operational jet squadron on the West Coast; a pilot testing the Navy's first jet fighters to use air-to-air missiles; the CO of the first squadron with jet fighters with missiles; the CO of the first military unit to have the F-4 Phantom II fighter jet, the fastest operational fighter in service at the time; the first operations officer on the new USS Constellation, the largest conventional aircraft carrier at that time; the director of Aerospace and directorate operations at the Naval Missile Center; and the test director and the naval representative to a joint military task force. While living in New Mexico, he acquired land around the Mora Valley and developed Christmas Tree Canyon Ranch and mountain cabin properties, where he lived for more than 40 years. In various who's who publications, he characterized himself as a "land developer, cattle rancher, [forester, and] retired naval officer." He was married for 58 years to Frances Elliot Herrick of Philadelphia until her death in 2002. He is survived by his three sons Herrick of Watsonville, CA, Russell of St. George, UT, and Stephen of Albuquerque, NM; and daughter Nina of Albuquerque, NM; as well as 11 grandchildren; and five great grandchildren. A reception for family and friends will be held at Christmas Tree Canyon, Mora, NM, on Sunday, March 23, 2014, 1-3 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Presbyterian Hospice, Albuquerque, NM.
Published on: Fri March 21, 2014
HANNA, MADELINE LOUISE Madeline L. Hanna, born in Whitehall, WI, passed away in Charlotte, NC on March 12 after a valiant battle with cancer. She is survived by her beloved daughter, Dr. Erin Hanna Baker, and son-in-law, Sam Baker of Charlotte, NC; her mother, Adeline Blundy; sister and brother-in-law, Mary and Pete Groves; and niece and nephew, Jeanie and Adam Wynn of Phoenix, AZ. She was preceded in death by her husband, John (Jack). Madeline was a proud graduate of Arizona State University where she received both her Bachelor's and Master's degrees. She moved to El Paso in 1978 and began teaching Home Economics at Riverside High School. She was a dedicated teacher, always pushing her students to work harder and to be successful. She was instrumental in the organization of the Teen Parenting Academy in the Ysleta Independent School District and did everything in her power to motivate teen parents to stay in school and graduate. After retiring from the YISD, Madeline relocated to Albuquerque and began teaching at Independence High School where she continued her work with at-risk teens. She epitomized professionalism and always strove to be a better teacher. She was active in Beta Sigma Phi sorority and participated in many community service activities throughout her life. She loved to do counted cross-stitch and created many beautiful pieces of stitching over the years. Attending sorority events and going to stitching camp were highlights of her life. She leaves behind many friends, former students, colleagues, and her loving family who will miss her greatly. A memorial service will be held at All Saint's Lutheran Church in Albuquerque, NM, Saturday, March 22nd at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Animal Humane NM.
Published on: Fri March 21, 2014
HILL, THOMAS PAUL Died after a long battle with cancer March 14, 2014. Tom was born January 22, 1951 in Albuquerque to Leon and Marge Hill, who moved to Santa Fe in 1954. Tom was active in Boy Scouts and enjoyed the Pecos Wilderness. He graduated from Santa Fe High School in 1968 going on to Alvin Junior College in Alvin, Texas and then completed his college education with a degree in Criminal Justice from Sam Houston State University in Texas. He was commissioned a Police Officer in 1975 with the Santa Fe Police Department and rose to the rank of Sergeant. He retired in 1999 and was then commissioned a Santa Fe County Deputy Sheriff where he served until 2007. Tom was active in the Fraternal Order of Police where he served on the Board of Directors and as President. He is preceded in death by his father, Leon and mother, Marge and his sister Gail Hill-Freeman. He is survived by his sister, Margaret and his brother, Robert as well as his nieces and nephews, Leon Young, Nicole Young, Andrea Young, Margareta Young and Charlene Young-Cisneros, great nieces, Emma and Abigail Cisneros of Albuquerque, Katherine Hill and Justin Hill of Carmel, Indiana. Tom enjoyed the outdoors and travel with his significant other, Elizabeth Adams, traveling around the country to visit his adopted nieces and Julie Maas, Christie Souslby, Tammy Utsler, Michelle Fox, and adopted grandson Bryan Pickens and family. A funeral service will be held Saturday, March 22, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at the Fraternal Order of Police in Santa Fe, 3300 Calle Maria Luisa, Santa Fe, NM. Burial will be on Sunday, March 23, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. at Jemez Springs Presbyterian Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice, Fraternal Order of Police of 3300 Calle Maria Luisa, Santa Fe, NM 87705, and the Jemez Springs Presbyterian Church. Please contact the church office at 575-829-3797 for information. Please visit our online guestbook for Thomas at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
Published on: Fri March 21, 2014
MOZE, TRUDY MARIE (BROWN) Age 80, passed away on March 15, 2014 while undergoing chemotherapy for colon cancer. Trudy was born October 18, 1933 in Chicago, Ill. She moved to Albuquerque with her extended family while in the sixth grade and graduated from Albuquerque High in 1951. She attended UNM, joined Pi Beta Phi, and met Elliott Mozee the following year. Soon she became an Air Force bride. In 1955 the couple moved to California to begin what was to be a 35 year sojourn. Trudy completed her degree at U.C. Santa Cruz and enjoyed working as a travel agent for a number of years. They moved back to New Mexico in 1990 as retirees. Trudy had a talent for interior decoration and over six decades employed this talent on their twelve homes in California, Florida and New Mexico (Taos, Corrales and Albuquerque). She made many, many good friends easily. To know her was to love her. Survivors include her husband; son, Ben (Laurie) Akron, NY; son, Brad (Gaby) Orinda, CA; and daughter Janine (David) Davis, CA. A daughter Gayle died in 2010. Also surviving are ten grandchildren. Others include her brother, Fred Johnson (Shirley); uncle Wentworth Brown; and cousin Doug Carter (Betty Jo), all of Albuquerque. Cremation services were handled by the Neptune Society. A memorial service will be arranged in the near future.
Published on: Fri March 21, 2014
PADILLA, LAURA KATHLEEN PH.D. May 26, 1974 - March 16, 2014 Laura Kathleen Padilla of Colorado Springs passed away on March 16, 2014 after living with breast cancer for eleven years. A literary scholar, she received her BA in English from Reed College, her MA from Penn State University and her Ph.D. in English from the University of Texas at Austin with Jose Limon, Ph.D. serving as her major professor. She wrote about the literature of her native New Mexico with penetrating insight, unsparing honesty and trenchant wit. Her students at Colorado College, where she was an assistant professor, remember her as a thoughtful and demanding teacher. She is survived by her husband, Peter Haney, of Lawrence, Kansas and Colorado Springs, her in-laws, Carlena and Barney Haney; her brother-in-law, Jake Haney and spouse, Kristy Kaiser, of Dayton, Ohio and Haney relatives who came to love Laura as one of their own. She is also survived by her parents, Kathleen and Eligio R. Padilla; her sisters - twin sister, Sara Padilla, who devoted herself to Laura's care throughout her struggle, especially the last two months, Amy Padilla; nieces, Mariyah and Myranda Waits and grand-nephew, Rayden Waits of Richmond, Virginia, Lisa Padilla Eaton; brother-in-law, Stephen Eaton and nephews, Alex, Aaron and Asher Eaton and Alison Rosner-Alison, all of Albuquerque. She is survived by a much larger extended family that has been in New Mexico for centuries in Alameda and Bernalillo and involved in the Atrisco and Carnue land grants, including aunt Dolores and uncle Carlos Duran, aunt Rose and uncle Frank Ortiz, aunt Loretta and uncle Ron McMath, uncle Eddie Padilla and aunt Doreen Ramirez, uncle Danny Padilla and aunt Irene Herrera and aunt Jan Vuchetich and husband Paul, as well as many beloved cousins. She is survived by a branch of her family that migrated to the United States from Chihuahua and Durango and settled in El Paso, Texas, including her maternal grandfather, Vicente Arroyo and wife Lee, aunt Sylvia and uncle Rudy Nolasco, aunt Carmen and uncle Rick Trujillo, aunt Aileen, uncle Vincent and aunt Ruby Arroyo of Santa Teresa, uncle Bill and aunt Joyce Arroyo, uncle Andrew Arroyo of San Diego, California, Stephany and husband Jeff Jones, Craig and Martha Arroyo and Christopher and Sarah Johnson-Arroyo. Her surviving grandaunt, Ofelia Arroyo, and her mother's cousins in El Paso always warmly welcome the Padillas into their homes. Bobby and Lolita Natividad and children helped Laura and her family cope with homesickness when they lived in Los Angeles. She is also survived by several friends from her days at Reed, including Rachel Ihara, Lorelei Russ, Miranda Pearce, Kim Roche and Kartini Thomas, and her Sisterhood of Tejana Troublemakers, whom she loved dearly and who now teach at colleges and universities all over the country. Virginia Raymond, husband Tom Kolker and children Joey, Rebecca and Louis, embraced Laura and Pete, made the Padillas part of their family and provided a place to stay for her mother when Laura began treatment. Her roommate, Margarita Marinova, and later her husband, Enrico Rossi and children Eleanor and Isabel became part of the Padilla family and the voluntary kinship was reciprocated. The Padillas were warmly received by the Marinovs of Vratsa, Bulgaria and the Rossis of Trofarelo, Italy. Visiting with Margarita and Enrico's families in Bulgaria and Italy and celebrating Eleanor's first birthday in Italy is a treasured memory for all of the Padillas. Laura was preceded in death by her grandmother, Alice Arroyo, her great grandmother, Maria del Refugio Hernandez de Hernandez (Gramma Cuca), her Nana and Tata, Josefita Sanchez and Eligio J. Padilla and uncles Conrad and Joe Mel Padilla. Memorial gifts in lieu of flowers should be sent to Breast Cancer Action, 55 New Montgomery Street, Suite 323, San Francisco, CA 94105, National Mill Dog Rescue, P.O. Box 88468, Colorado Springs, CO 80908 or Casa Esperanza, 1005 Yale Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106. Rosary will be Friday, March 21, 2014, 7:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Lomas. Funeral Mass will be Saturday, March 22, 2014, 9:00 a.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 9502 4th Street NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114. Burial will follow at San Carlos Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Laura at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
Published on: Fri March 21, 2014
PEREA, JERRY Born 6-23-72 Died 3-21-2011 I missed you yesterday, I miss you today, I will miss you tomorrow. Mi querido hijo, el amor de una madre con lagrimas en mis ojos. Siempre te amare. Till we see each other again
Published on: Fri March 21, 2014
STOVALL, DORIS HAZEL (LOEWEN) Jan 28, 1928 - Jan 29, 2014 Doris went home to be with Jesus on January 29, 2014. She was born January 28, 1928 to Reuben and Cecil (Hamm) Loewen in Dalhart, TX. Doris fell in love with and married a cute Army Air Corps Captain named Virgil Stovall in 1946. They lived in Dalhart, TX where they had two children and then moved to Albuquerque, NM in 1956. Doris loved the Lord, her family and bowling. She was married for 56 wonderful years. They lived in Albuquerque until the death of her husband in 2002 and then she moved to Alamogordo in 2003 to be with her son and his family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Reuben and Cecil; infant grandson, Sean David Stovall; husband, Virgil; brother, Herman (Sonny). Doris is survived by daughter, Janie Powell and her husband Lu Powell and their two daughters, Kim Kupec and her husband, Tom Kupec; Michele Thomas and her husband Brian; son Mickey Stovall and his wife Sonya Stovall and their two sons, Joshua Stovall and Douglas Stovall; her sister Vennie Munsell. She also had nine great-grandchildren that she dearly loved. A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held on March 22, 2014 at 11:00 am at Sunset Memorial Park Chapel in Albuquerque, NM.
Published on: Fri March 21, 2014
VARELA, SARAH A. Sarah Varela passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 15, 2014 at the age of 94. She was preceded in death by her parents, Daniel and Placida Archibeque; husband, Pat Varela; infant daughter, Carmen Varela; and her brother, Nino Archibeque. She is survived by her daughter, Vangie Jett and husband, James (Pete); sons, Pat Varela, Jr. and wife, Terri, and Danny Varela and wife, Gloria; grandchildren, Stephen (Maureen) Jett, Kathleen (David) Griego, Camille (Greg) Warden, Jennifer (Brad) Rosenberg, Andrew Varela, Bryan (Beth) Varela, and Danielle (Jeramie) McCullough; nine great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Marcella Archibeque; her nieces and nephews; and other family members, including Angie Wagner and Nancy Gallegos. Sarah was a member of Immaculate Conception parish for many years and faithfully prayed her rosaries daily. While her husband, Pat, was a prisoner of war, who survived the Bataan Death March, Sarah faithfully kept scrapbooks detailing the period of time Pat was gone. The family wishes to thank the staff at Woodmark at Uptown Assisted Living, especially the caregivers and medical staff. Also, a special thank you to her friends at the Woodmark who were always so helpful, and to Francine Zimmerly for her friendship and caring. Rosary will be recited on Thursday, March 20, 2014, 7:00 p.m., at FRENCH - University, with visitation one hour prior from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Fr. Warren Broussard, S. J. on Friday, March 21, 2014, 1:30 p.m., at Immaculate Conception Church, 619 Copper NW. Pallbearers will be Rudy Grande, David Archibeque, David Griego, Stephen Jett, Bryan Varela, and Andrew Varela. Private burial will take place later at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Sarah at www.frenchfunerals.com FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd. NE 505-843-6333
Published on: Fri March 21, 2014
