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BACA, PAT M. Pat M. Baca, 87, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on August 23, 2014. He was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Agnes A. Baca; his parents, Santiago and Filomena Baca, and brother Dave R. Baca. Mr. Baca is survived by his two sons: Pat E. Baca Jr., and Michael A. Baca and wife Brenda; daughter Liz Metzner and husband Frank; eight grandchildren: Tim and wife Michelle, Richard, Annette and husband Art, Jenniel, Andrea, Daniel, Valerie, and Zachary; great-grandchildren: Isaac, Arturo, Joseph, Brianna, Bryanna, Alyssanna, Richard, Gabriella, and Izaiah; brother Jimmy Baca and wife Lillian; sister Irene Rivera and husband Fermin; and several other nieces and nephews. Pat worked in construction as a plasterer all his life and after retiring, he enjoyed going to the senior center dances, field trips, and visiting with all his friends. He was also an avid walker and has been a member of San Jose Catholic Church for the past 45 years. Pat's Life Celebration will begin with a Rosary on Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 11:30 a.m. at San Jose Church, 2401 Broadway Blvd SE, 87102, followed by a Mass at 12:00 noon also at San Jose Church. Burial will be at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Timothy Baca, Daniel Baca, Zachary Metzner, Danny Baca, Mike Esquibel, and Jose Villegas. Honorary pallbearers will be Hermon Montoya, Anthony (Tony) Montoya, and Winn Wadell. A very special thank you to Heartland Hospice--Teresa, Lisa, and all the staff who took wonderful care of our dad. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Barelas Senior Center located at 714 Seventh St SW, 87102. Please visit Pat's online guestbook at www.SalazarMortuary.com. SALAZAR MORTUARY 400 Third Street SW 242-1133
Published on: Tue August 26, 2014
BELLMAN, WALTER Walter Bellman, Albuquerque resident since 1995, passed away on August 20, 2014. Born in Vienna Austria on May 28, 1928, he immigrated to the US in 1938 at the age of 10. He grew up and received his education in Bronx, New York. Holding a Bachelor's Degree in Economics with a minor in statistics from the City College of New York, he chose to work in the new field of Computing. In 1959 he and his family (wife Louise and two young boys) moved to the Los Angeles area where he embarked on his long career as a computer programmer/analyst. After living in California for eight years during which time a third son was born, Walter received a job assignment in the Washington DC area. The family then settled in Sterling, Virginia where they would remain for 27 years until Walter's retirement in 1993. Walter Bellman was an avid reader with a thirst for knowledge particularly in the areas of science, mathematics and history. He and wife Louise shared a strong passion for music and traveling. Walter Bellman was preceded in death by his parents Adolf and Genia Bellman. He is survived by wife Louise (nee Prinz); his sons Christopher J. Leighton, David A. Bellman (Ingrid Fischer), Charles P. Bellman; and granddaughter Lilly A. Bellman. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:00 AM on Thursday, August 28, 2014 in the La Vida Llena retirement community Chapel, 10501 Lagrima de Oro Road, Albuquerque 87111. In lieu of flowers, a contribution to the charitable organization of your choice would serve as a tribute to Walter Bellman's enthusiastic support for numerous charitable causes.
Published on: Tue August 26, 2014
CANDELARIA, MARY R. was born in Albuquerque on July 31, 1921, and passed away at home on Friday, August 22, 2014, at the age of 93. For many years Mary was a member of San Ignacio Catholic Parish. Mary also enjoyed watching wrestling matches, and loved watching the Dallas Cowboys play football. She was preceded in death by her parents, Fransisco and Louisa Ruiz; sisters, Annie and Flora; one brother, Frank; and two sons, Louie T and Andrew C. Mary is survived by her children Rosemary, Benny, Anthony, and Jimmy Candelaria, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren Alex, Jacob, Isaac, Steven, Christopher, Sabrina, and Bonnie; several great- grandchildren and great-great- grandchildren; as well as other family members, and friends who love and will miss her. Services will take place at San Ignacio Catholic Church, 1300 Walter NE. on Wednesday, August 27, 2014. A Rosary will be recited at 10:00am followed by the celebration of the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30am. She will be laid to rest at Mount Calvary Cemetery following the Mass. Pallbearers will be Alex Candelaria, Jacob, Candelaria, Isaac Candelaria, Steven Candelaria, Anthony Candelaria and Andrew Sanchez. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. ABQ 505-343-8008.
Published on: Tue August 26, 2014
CHAVEZ, JUSTO D. Age 88, a lifelong resident of Corrales, NM, passed away Saturday, August 23, 2014. He was born on June 16, 1926, to Carlos and Rosita (Griego) Chavez. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mercie Chavez; son, Donny Chavez. Justo is survived by his children, Katie Bessom and husband Steve, Debby Tafoya and husband Tony, Carmen Chavez, Becky Chavez, and Darrow Everage; seven grandchildren, Stephanie Mascarenas, Monica Lesku, Brooke Bessom, Melinda Dean, Antonio Tafoya, Sara Beth Gallegos, Mia Chavez; three great-grandchildren, Tanner Dean, Avery Dean, Everly Mascarenas; siblings, Augustine, Nancy, Agnes, Isabel, Rita, Martha. Justo served in the U.S. Army during WWII. He was a retired Firefighter at Kirtland Air Force Base, had a love for farming and agriculture and was a beloved bartender at Sandia Bar. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 am, Thursday, August 28, 2014 at San Ysidro Catholic Church, 5015 Corrales Road, Corrales, NM. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-892-9920
Published on: Tue August 26, 2014
COOPER, VIRGINIA A. born 3-30-1936 in Bedford, Iowa, age 78, passed away at home 8-21-2014. She is survived her companion Cruz Ornelas; brother Kenneth and wife Beverly Crawford of Tucson, Arizona; sister Ruby and husband Robert Harper of Albuquerque, NM; daughter-in-law Sherry Cooper of Belen, NM; granddaughter Jessica Lansberry and husband John of Cheyenne, Wyoming; granddaughter Sandra Cooper; great-granddaughter Eyve Cooper of Cheyenne, Wyoming; numerous nieces and nephews and other family members. She was preceded in death by sons Robert M. Cooper and Michael Cooper, her brothers Wilbur, Billy and Johnny Crawford. Memorial service will be held at 10:00 am on Tuesday 8/26/2014 at Riverside Funeral Home, 225 San Mateo NE, ALB, NM.
Published on: Tue August 26, 2014
DAYTON, PATRICIA GAYLE Patricia Gayle Dayton, 67, of Coolidge, AZ went to be with her heavenly Father on August 9, 2014. She was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico to William and Marjorie Otis Jr. on September 18, 1946. She leaves behind her son Thomas Dayton and his wife Stephanie; daughter Heather Brown; her sister Kathleen Redman; her four grandchildren Christopher, Natasha, Keyona, and Nathaniel; and her friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother David and her son Patrick. Funeral service was held at St. Timothy Catholic Church in Mesa, AZ and burial service will be held at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Albuquerque, NM on August 28th at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests making a donation to St Timothy Catholic Church in Mesa, AZ or St. Bernadette in Albuquerque, NM.
Published on: Tue August 26, 2014
DURAN, TRINIDAD "TRINY" M. 1919-2014 Trinidad "Triny" M. Duran, age 94, a resident of Los Lunas, NM, passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2014. All services will be held at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Tome, NM beginning with a Public Viewing on Tuesday, August 26th at 5:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 6:00 p.m. A Final Visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 27th at 10:00 a.m. with a Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. with Father Jose Hernandez presiding. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 3:00 p.m. Sign Triny's online tribute at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main Street, Belen, NM.
Published on: Tue August 26, 2014
GALLEGOS, FRANCES was born October 25, 1932 in Manzano, NM and passed away Friday, August 22, 2014 at the age of 81. Frances was a homemaker and a part time relief worker at the Post Office in Willard, New Mexico, the town she and her husband Herman Gallegos called home. She was loved by everyone and was known for her welcoming spirit, inviting everyone into her home for holidays, parties, and especially after funerals; her biscochitos were famous among family and friends. Frances was a parishioner at Our Lady of Sorrows in Willard, where she was an active member of the Willard Altar Society. She was preceded in death by her parents Enrique and Peregrina Sanchez; husband Herman Gallegos; son Richard Gallegos; great- grandson Joey Gallegos; sisters Gregorita Sanchez, Josefa Gallegos, Marcella Zeniceros, and Helen Sanchez. Frances is survived by her daughters Eleanor Gallegos and Yolanda Gallegos; her sons Tony Gallegos, Mickey Gallegos and wife Pamela, Rudy Gallegos and wife Alice, Adrian Gallegos and wife Bernadette, Joseph Gutierrez and wife Marilyn, and daughter-in-law Arsenia Gallegos; grandchildren Joseph, Anthony, Anita, Michael, Angelique, Andrea, Joshua, Bianca, Aaron, Olivia, Elena, Adriana, and Erica; great-grandchildren Angus, Stevie Ray, Noe, Marvin, Emiliano, Andres, Jose, Isaiah, Christopher, Monique, Jeremiah, Andrew, Xavier, Savannah, and Angel; her sisters Meme Gutierrez and husband Felix, and Gabriella Taylor and husband Bill; sister-in-law Rosella Torres; brother-in-law Elias Gallegos; as well as other family and friends who loved and will miss Frances. Services will be held at Our Lady of Sorrows Church, Willard, NM. A Rosary will be recited on Tuesday, August 26, 2014 at 7:00pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be recited on Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 11:00am immediately followed by burial at El Rosario Cemetery. Pallbearers will be grandsons Joseph Gallegos, Anthony Gallegos, Joshua Gallegos, Michael Gallegos, Marvin Gallegos, Aaron Maes, Emiliano Large, and Andres Large. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST NW ABQ 505-343-8008.
Published on: Tue August 26, 2014
HACKETT, LOUISE EATON Louise Hackett, 92, passed away quietly at her home in Sandia Park, NM on Wednesday, August 20, 2014. Louise was born in Taunton, MA and worked at General Electric in her early years until marrying Everett and becoming a mother. At the age of 37, she began taking college courses and proudly graduated from Bridgewater State College with a BA in secondary education. She began teaching math at Apponequet Regional High School and attended night school to earn her MA in secondary education. She attended Bowdoin College for four summers under a Federal grant to earn an MA in mathematics. She taught high school math for 17 years before retiring and moving to Drakes Island, Wells, Maine. Through it all, Louise kept busy. She served as president of the Wells Library board and served on the board for over 16 years. She was also on the board of the Wells-Ogunquit Historical Society. She joined the Coastal Investment Group, took courses at Maine Senior College and was twice on the first place team of the Odyssey of the Mind. She stayed active, walking the roads of her beloved Drakes Island daily until moving to New Mexico in 2012. Louise is survived by her son, Kirk Hackett; daughters-in-law Winnie Waltzer-Hackett & Debbie Bartlett; and grandchildren Scott Hackett, David Hackett, and Susan Hackett. She was preceded in death by beloved husband of 63 years, Everett Hackett, son Michael Hackett, and an infant daughter. Special thanks go out to her caregivers at Comfort Keepers: Gina Cappuzzellio and Barb Johnson; CNA Corina Borunda and nurse Julie Sanders of Gentiva Hospice. A memorial service will be held at 4:00 on Wednesday, August 27 at San Antonito Catholic Church, Sandia Park, NM. Burial will be held in Maine at a later date. If desired, memorial donations can be made in Louise's memory to the Alzheimer's Association, 9500 Montgomery Blvd. NE, Suite 121, Albuquerque, NM 87111.
Published on: Tue August 26, 2014
MENDEZ, LOUIS A. Louis (Louie) A. Mendez, decorated Vietnam Veteran, passed away on August 19th, 2014. Louie was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque and graduated from Albuquerque High in 1969 and immediately entered the US Army. During his heroic service in Vietnam, Louie was awarded the Silver Star, (2) Bronze Stars, the Air Medal Army Commendation Medal, and the Combat Infantry Badge. Louie leaves behind his mother Margie Madrid; daughter Mariah Barela; four brothers; three sisters; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was a very devoted and loving father, grandfather, son, brother, fun loving uncle, and "compadre con todos". A Rosary will be recited on Thursday, August 28th at 9:30AM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated following the Rosary at 10:30AM at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Internment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:00PM. A reception in honor of Louie's life will be at 5:00PM at the American Legion Post 13, 1201 Mountain RD.
Published on: Tue August 26, 2014
MONTANO, NATHAN MARTIN Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, August 28, 2014 at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 9502 4th St NW, Alameda, NM. Services will begin at 9:00 a.m.
Published on: Tue August 26, 2014
NELSON, FRANK C. age 79, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Saturday, August 23, 2014. Mr. Nelson is survived by his children, Barbara Nelson, Steven Nelson and wife, Candy, Debbie Sanchez and husband, Ray; grandchildren, Crystal and husband, Arsenio, Kristi, Christopher, Francisco, Raymond; great-grandchildren, Dominic, Nieves, Mia, Francisco Jr.; special friend, Josephine Montoya; several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Nelson was preceded in death by his wife, Lugaridita Nelson. Mr. Nelson was a member of the Catholic Church. Visitation will be Tuesday, August 26, 2014 from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited by Arsenio Madrid Sr. at 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel. Final visitation will be Wednesday, August 27, 2014 from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Christopher Nelson, Francisco Nelson, Raymond Sanchez, Ray Sanchez, Arsenio Madrid, Dominic Madrid and Gregory Garcia. Please visit www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com to sign the online guestbook. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc. 1000 Old Coors Drive SW (505) 243-7861
Published on: Tue August 26, 2014
NEWMAN, JUNE E. Age 70, of Albuquerque, passed away on Friday, August 22, 2014 at her home after a long courageous battle with cancer. She was born on July 31, 1944 in Ipswich, England to Douglas and Ruby (Bunn) Broad. She grew up in England and married Kenneth Newman in 1964 while he was serving in the US Air Force. They came to the US in 1965 and served in many places during Ken's military career. They settled in Albuquerque in 1987 and June was an integral part of her community serving in many organizations including TRNA, Project Share, Marie Hughes Elementary for over 20 years and in many other causes to make her community a better place to live. June is survived by her husband of 50 years, Ken; daughters, Karen Newman-Lopez and husband, Brett of Albuquerque, Kimberly Newman and Brian Williams, both of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Brittany Espinoza and husband, Jason of Albuquerque, Sydney Lopez of Albuquerque, Kallista Weeks of Albuquerque, and Dexter Williams also of Albuquerque; great-granddaughter, Kensington June Espinoza; her brother, Barry (Lynn) of England; sister, Patricia Last also of England; nephew, Steven (Tanya) Last and their son, Dylan of England; and other family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents. Memorial services will be held on Thursday, August 28, 2014, 2:00 p.m., at FRENCH-Westside. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to St. Jude's Research Hospital at www.stjude.org. Please visit our online guestbook for June at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH - Westside 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300
Published on: Tue August 26, 2014
PAPANIA, JAN MICHELE WALKER Jan Michele Walker Papania July 31, 1959 - August 21, 2014 Jan, age 55, passed away Thursday, August 21, 2014, after a fearless fight with cancer. Jan blessed our lives with her love, care, passion and humor. She was a colorful writer, talented artist and avid story teller. She loved reading, fishing, baseball, crossword puzzles and last, but not least, BABIES! Jan is survived by her partner, Jim Mazzio; mother, Patricia Walker; her sister, Kay and husband James Brock; her brother, Michael Walker; daughter, Ashley Morris and husband Jody; and five grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father, James Walker and daughter, Jamie Papania.
Published on: Tue August 26, 2014
SERBIN, DAVID Age 83, a resident of Bernalillo, passed away on Wednesday, August 20, 2014 to be with our Lord. He was the son of Provedincia and Jacinto Serbin. David is survived by his loving wife of 60 years Clara and his four children; Diane, husband Henry, Michael, wife Rose, Richard, and Philip Ronnie. He was a loving grandfather to 11 grandchildren, 13 great- grandchildren. He leaves behind loving brothers, sisters, nephews, nieces, and friends. David is a member of VFW Post 4243. Special thanks for the support we received from family and friends and to the doctors and nurses at the Heart Hospital for the care they gave David. Rosary will be recited Thursday, August 28, 2014 9:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows 301 S. Camino Del Pueblo Bernalillo, NM followed by a memorial mass at 10:00 a.m. Burial will take place in Santa Fe National Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for David at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Rio Rancho 1950 Pine Rd NE Rio Rancho, NM 87144 (505) 338-2000
Published on: Tue August 26, 2014
TEDESCO, LUCILLE Age 83, passed away Sunday, August 24, 2014. 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: Tue August 26, 2014
THOMPSON, ALICE J. Age 74, a resident of Albuquerque for over 60 years, passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2014. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Jim Thompson; children, Dan Thompson and wife, Lisa; Nancy McDuffie and husband, Russ; six grandchildren, Brad Thompson and wife, Nicole, Jessica McCargish and husband, Chavis, Lauren Thompson, Josh McDuffie, Alyssa Thompson and Ryan McDuffie; great- granddaughter, Claire Thompson; brothers, Ralph Dowling and wife, Sharon of Reno, NV, and Robert Dowling and wife, Patsy of San Angelo, TX; and numerous other relatives and friends. Alice was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Margaretta Dowling; and one sister, Mary June Dowling. She was born in 1939 in Dalhart, TX and attended Valley High School and she and Jim were married on December 26, 1956. Alice worked for the Dr. Fanning family for 28 years. She and Jim loved music, square dancing, camping, and she was an avid reader. They were long time members of Faith Bible Church. Alice was a devoted wife, loving mother grandmother, great-grandmother and sister and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Services will be held on Thursday, August 28, 2014, 1:00 p.m., at Faith Bible Church, 9600 Central SE. Interment will follow at Sandia Memory Gardens. Please visit our online guestbook for Alice at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 505-823-9400
Published on: Tue August 26, 2014
