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ARCHULETA, MARIA ELISIA (ALICE) age 86, a resident of Bosque Farms, NM, passed away on December 25, 2014. She was born to Rumaldo and Leonides Zamora on Sept. 4, 1928 in Santa Rita, NM. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rudolfo and her son-in law Francisco Maes. She is survived by 6 children: Katherine and husband Daniel Funk, Rudy Jr and wife Deborah, Debbie and husband Allen Hicks, Helen and husband Steve Montoya, Jacob and wife Renee, and Karen Maes; 12 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; numerous nephews and nieces; her sisters, Adelina Zamora and Rosalina Urtiaga; brother Carlos Zamora. Visitation 9:30am, followed by Rosary 10am, on Dec. 31, 2014, and Funeral Mass 11am on Dec. 31, 2014 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 3674 Highway 47, Peralta, NM. Interment to follow reception at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 3pm on Dec. 31, 2014. Pallbearers will be: Steve Sierra, Oscar Garcia, Patrick Zamora, Joseph Urtiaga, Albert Zamora and Michael Gonzales.
Published on: Tue December 30, 2014
ARMIJO, ESEQUIEL "ZEKE" B. Age 88, passed away Friday, December 26, 2014 in Socorro, NM. He was born on the family farm in Las Palomas, NM on August 19, 1926, to Manfor and Carlota Baca Armijo. When Zeke was young, he and his family moved to Truth or Consequences, NM. He graduated from Hot Springs High School in 1944 and went on to attend New Mexico State University where he graduated in 1948. Zeke married Soila Apodaca in 1952 and they moved to Socorro in 1957. He was the Socorro County Extension Agent for the State of New Mexico until he retired in 1982. He taught countless Socorro County youth through the 4-H program and was inducted into the New Mexico 4-H Hall of Fame. Zeke began ranching soon after he moved to Socorro and this was truly his passion. He managed the family ranch for nearly 50 years until his passing. A devoted father and grandfather, Zeke will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. He was preceded in death by his parents; his children, Marcy and Dan Armijo; and his brother, Belsan Armijo. Zeke is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Soila Apodaca Armijo; his son, Jerry Armijo and wife, Lillian; his grandchildren, Madalyn, John and Joseph Armijo. The Holy Rosary will be recited on Tuesday, December 30, 2014 at 8:30 am at the San Miguel Catholic Church, 403 El Camino Real, Socorro with the Mass of Resurrection to follow at 9:00 am. Father Andrew Pavlak as Celebrant. Inurnment will be in the San Miguel Cemetery. Pallbearers are Sonny Baca, Filbert Chavez, Ignacio Garcia, Alex Mendoza Sr., Tony Ortega and Nick Sais. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Zeke's care has been entrusted to Daniels Family Funeral Services 309 Garfield St Socorro, NM 87801 575-835-1530
Published on: Tue December 30, 2014
BARNETT, W.H. "DUB" W.H. "Dub" Barnett, born Dec. 21, 1918 and died Oct. 12, 2014, 95yrs, will be interred at the National VA Cemetery, Santa Fe, Friday, Jan. 2 at 11:15am, Pr. Warren Graff of Grace Lutheran Church, Albuquerque, officiating. Dub, a longtime NM resident was born in Wilson, OK, graduated Perry, OK, High School, and attended Oklahoma A&M University. He enlisted in the US Navy and served aboard the destroyer, USS Stephen Potter, in WW II - Pacific Campaign. After the war, he and his bride, Claire, nee Wilde, resided in Santa Fe. Dub worked in the Lumber/Building Goods business, owning a yard in Carlsbad before retiring in Albuquerque with Long Bell Div. of International Paper Co. He is survived by Claire, his wife of 75 years, now of Henderson, NV, and sons William H. "Bill" Barnett of Edmond, OK, and Douglas and wife, Karen, of Henderson, NV. He leaves four granddaughters and one great-granddaughter.
Published on: Tue December 30, 2014
BOTTORFF, JAMES (JIMMY) HAROLD died on December 16, 2014, at Autumn Leaves, in Dallas, Texas. He was 92 years old, born in Prattsville, Arkansas, in 1922. His family moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico, in 1932, where he lived until 1950. He married Oeita Turner in December, 1944, and had 2 children. In 1950, the family moved to Plainview, Texas where he received a B.A. degree from Wayland Baptist College and an M.A. degree from Texas Tech University. Throughout his career he taught History, first in Plainview, then for 5 years in Tallahasse, FL. In 1969 the family moved to Dallas, TX where he was a professor of History at Tarrant County Junior College from 1969 until his retirement in 1990. He was a gentle man who loved to cook for family and friends. He was a voracious reader of history, & had an impressive library. He was a devoted patron of the arts with a particular love for symphonic music. He was a supportive and dear father. He is survived by his daughter, Nancy Bottorff ofWhitenack, Dallas, TX; his son, James Hoyt Bottorff, of Santa Fe, NM; a grandson, Matthew Whitenack of Brooklyn, NY.
Published on: Tue December 30, 2014
CASTILLO, PLACIDA Placida Castillo passed away on December 26, 2014. She was born in Belen, NM and retired from Kirtland Air Force Base after 25 years of service. She is survived by three sisters: Ida C. Garcia, Olive Castillo and Lena Castillo; many nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Abel and Anita Castillo, a sister; Cecilia C. Garrison, brother; Ernest S. Castillo and wife Adele, brother-in-law; Joseph N. Garcia and two nephews; Richard Garcia and Daniel Ray Garrison III. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, December 31, 2014 at 8:30 a.m. at Sangre de Cristo Catholic Church, 8901 Candelaria Rd. NE. Mass will follow at 9:15 a.m. Interment will be in Fairview Memorial Park Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Placida at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
Published on: Tue December 30, 2014
CORTEZ, AARON JON Aaron Jon Cortez Dec. 30, 1960 - Nov. 11, 2012 In loving memory of our precious son, father and brother, "Aaron Jon Cortez". Blessed be your birthday and second anniversary. A Mass will be prayed on your birthday, December 30th. Flowers will be laid on your grave. The Lord needed a kind hearted and loving angel to take care of the children in heaven and "He" picked you. Rest in peace in your new home for eternity. Love, Mom, Dad, Kids and brothers, until we are all together.
Published on: Tue December 30, 2014
ESTRADA, BERTHA DURAN August 17, 1930 - December 26, 2014 A longtime resident of Albuquerque, died Friday, December 26, 2014. She is survived by son, Samuel Estrada and wife, Sharon; her daughter, Dr. Naomi Campos, MD and husband, Joe; daughter, Valda Keliikuli and husband, William; her son, Kevin Estrada, and partner, Cuman Cropper; grandchildren, Donna Campos and partner, Jake Hernandez, Kamuela Keliikuli and wife, Claudia, Kawika Keliikuli, Daniel Keliikuli and wife, Rebecca, Zechariah Keliikuli, Amanda Estrada, Nicolette Estrada and Isabella Estrada. Mrs. Estrada was preceded in death by her father, Margarito Duran in 1970, mother, Flora Duran in 1998, brother, Carlos Duran in 2000 and sister-in-law, Sostena Duran in 2005. Bertha was an educator who touched many lives in her long and illustrious career. After retiring from teaching she enjoyed traveling, gardening, and quilting. The family would like to thank Stephanie Faris, Cuman Cropper, GENTIVA Hospice and staff who made Bertha's passing a caring and loving experience. A Memorial Service will be celebrated Friday, January 2, 2015, 10:00 a.m., at Legacy Church, East Campus, 4701 Wyoming Boulevard NE, Albuquerque NM 87109 with Rev. Tony Ramirez officiating. Her ashes will be buried at a later date. To share memories with the family please visit Mrs. Estrada's memorial webpage at www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-821-0010
Published on: Tue December 30, 2014
JONES, LORETTA JEAN Our loving mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend passed away peacefully at the age of 79 on Saturday, December 27, 2014 surrounded by her family. Loretta was born on September 24, 1935 in Mexia, TX to Alice and Virgil Cox who preceded her in death. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Ottis Max Jones. She is survived by her siblings, Carol Montgomery of Atlanta, GA, Virgil Cox of Chandler, AZ, and Lynette Garner of Los Lunas, NM; her children, Gary (Nancy) Jones, Mark (Sandi) Jones, and Mindy (Ron) Romero of Albuquerque, and Vicki (David) Paxton of Toronto, SD. She leaves behind 14 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She loved all of her family, her children, her grandchildren, great- grandchildren, her many nieces and nephews, and her many friends and was devoted to them to the end. Loretta was an active member of the Northeast Church of Christ where she enjoyed many close friends and relationships. Her strong spiritual relationship with the Lord was an inspiration to many. She had so much compassion and was always willing to help get people through the hard times in life. She was known for her quiet grace, and many people would go to her for comfort and solace in times of need. Loretta was an excellent cook and will forever be remembered for her strawberry cake. Services will be held Wednesday, December 31, 2014, 10:00 a.m., at FRENCH - Wyoming. Friends may visit beginning at 9:30 a.m. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Memorial contributions may be made to Albuquerque Christian Children's Home, 5700 Winter Haven Rd. NW, Albuquerque, 87120. Please visit our online guestbook for Loretta at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
Published on: Tue December 30, 2014
KELLER, BARCUS "BILL" Barcus (better known to many as "Bill") A. Keller, age 89, passed away on December 26, 2014. He was born in San Antonio, New Mexico on October 1, 1925 to Lloyd and Flossie (Martin) Keller where he spent most of his adult life until entering the U. S. Navy on October 6, 1943. He served in the Southern Pacific aboard the S.S. Wasatch 7th Fleet receiving an Honorable Discharge on April 18, 1946. After returning to employment at the Santa Fe Railroad, he met and married his wife of 66 years, Merlein "Snooky" Cast, on August 14, 1948. In November, 1949, he went to work at Sandia National Laboratory where he retired in November, 1985 after 36 years employment as an electrician. Bill and Merlein raised two children, a son, Robin, and daughter, Teva Keller Johnson. He enjoyed attending services at the Church at the Butte and Fellowship Alliance Church in T or C, and the Montosa Church Camp near Datil with Merlein where she played the piano. He also enjoyed water sports, dancing and traveling. He is survived by his two children Robin Keller and Teva Johnson; one granddaughter; and four great-grandchildren. Services will be held on Wednesday, December 31, 2014 at the Fellowship Alliance Church (1601 E. 6th, T or C, NM) at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Bill Winkler officiating. Serving as Casket Bearers are Dick Stockman, Daniel Fromer, Bobby Lane, Russ Finney, John Young and Justin Russell. In lieu of flowers, please send memorial contributions to The Wounded Warrior Project c/o P. O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675. Cremation will follow his service and Inurnment will be held at a later date in the Vista Memory Gardens Cemetery. For online condolences, please visit www.kirikosfamilyfuneralhome.com Arrangements are by Kirikos Family Funeral Home, Inc. & Sierra Crematory, LLC, (303 N. Cedar St. T or C, NM 575/894-2574).
Published on: Tue December 30, 2014
O'HARA, PATRICIA Age 82, resident of Rio Rancho, and later Albuquerque, for 23 years, passed away Sunday, December 28, 2014. She was born in Brooklyn, NY on March 15, 1932, to James and Lillian (McDermott) Pond. She was preceded in death by her husband, John O'Hara. Patricia is survived by her children, John O'Hara, Jr. and husband Roy Schmitt, Robert O'Hara; grandchildren, Brian O'Hara, Jennifer Schmitt, Kathy Schmitt, Shaun O'Hara, Samantha O'Hara and their children; sister, Barbara Campagna. A visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Tuesday, December 30, 2014 at Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Chapel, 4310 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM. A Funeral Service will be held 10:00 am on Wednesday, December 31, 2014, at Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Chapel, Rio Rancho, NM. Interment to follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park, Rio Rancho, NM. In lieu of flowers donations may be given in Patricia's honor to Presbyterian Hospice at 505-559-1122, 8300 Constitution Avenue NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110 or to Footprints Homecare at 505-828-3918, or at www.footprintshomecare.com, 5941 Jefferson Street NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109. To view service 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 December 30, 2014
ROGERS, MARY M. December 30, 1912 - March 21, 2009 HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOM It has been five years and I miss you very much. The holidays are not the same with you gone - but you are in a better place with dad and your mother. Some day we will all be together again. Love Always, Pat
Published on: Tue December 30, 2014
ROSENBERG, LELA BUFORD Age 107, passed from our hands at 1:45 p.m., Monday, December 15, 2014. She was born April 12, 1907 in Barstow, Texas to Thomas and Laura West Williamson. As the oldest sibling growing up on Texas ranches close to the Rio Grande, it was not uncommon for her to hide her sisters under the bales of hay in the rafters of the barn while Poncho Villa raided the ranch. She was one of the first graduates of Sul Ross State University, Alpine, Texas, in addition to being one of the first women to hold a college degree. She met her husband, Samuel Rosenberg from the Bronx, New York, at Shiprock, New Mexico, and later served with him at Fort Apache on the White Mountain Reservation in Arizona. They were married in San Antonio by Judge John Onion on Christmas, 1938, and continued that celebration for 50 years until his death in 1987. She and Sam continued Indian education on the Hopi, Apache (White Mountain and Jicarilla), Pueblo and Navajo reservations. As a pioneering woman, Lela taught the Hopi Indian women to make their first mattresses from U.S. Government surplus war cotton. It was not uncommon for her to ride a horse and cross the rivers to reach an Indian Village when she was needed or even to deliver an Indian baby. Lela was awarded the United States Merit of Excellence Award from the Bureau of Indian Affairs for her teaching endeavors. She was a lifetime member of the Methodist Church, past president of Church Women United and used her lovely garden flowers for the Harwood Church sanctuary for 35 years. She was a determined horse rider, educator, explorer of New York and other far-flung outposts who drove and bowled until she was 95. Survivors are her daughter, Laura Henson of Yoakum; son, Louis Rosenberg and wife Sonia of Floresville; grandchildren, Sarah Rosenberg of Floresville and Joel Rosenberg and wife Amy of Cordova, TN; great-grandchildren, twins, Porter and Max Rosenberg; extended family and a host of friends. She is preceded in death by her parents; two sisters; and one brother. Viewing was at First United Methodist Church in Yoakum, 10 a.m., Saturday, December 27, 2014, with a Noon luncheon and funeral service at 2 p.m. Viewing will be held at 1:00 p.m. and Services at 2:00 p.m., January 3, 2015 at Sunset Memorial Park in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church in Yoakum or Accolade Hospice of Yoakum. On-line guest book may be signed at www.thielecooper.com Arrangements by Thiele-Cooper Funeral Home, 361-293-5656, Yoakum, Texas.
Published on: Tue December 30, 2014
SANCHEZ, CAMILIO A. 1920-2014 Camilio A. Sanchez, age 94, went to be with our Lord on Sunday, December 28, 2014. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who always did what was best for his family. He was a great friend to everyone. Everyone whose life he touched was better for it. We will miss him. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jennie; and his three sons, Camilio Jr., Robert, and Manuel Sanchez. Camilio is survived by his sons, Raymond Sanchez and wife, Carol, Dennis Sanchez and wife, Cathy, Steve Sanchez and wife, Magdalene, Chris Sanchez and wife, Barbara; his daughter, Jennie Garcia and husband, Greg; 15 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and daughter-in-law, Norma Sanchez. A Viewing will be held at Romero Funeral Home Chapel, on Friday, January 2nd at 10:00 a.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 11:00 a.m. recited by Dennis and Cathy Sanchez. Interment will take place at Mt. Calvary Cemetery where he will join his wife Jennie. Pallbearers will be Dennis Sanchez, Steve Sanchez, Chris Sanchez, Greg Garcia, James Sanchez, and Jonathan Sanchez with Patrick Garcia serving as an honorary pallbearer. Sign Camilio's online tribute at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main Street, Belen, NM
Published on: Tue December 30, 2014
STULTS, FLOYD D. Age 75, passed away December 25, 2014. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Aileen, his children; Stephen Stults and wife, Dena, Karen Marshall and husband, Mark, and Eric Stults and wife, Kelle; nine grandchildren, Astiana, Jacob, Nicole, Michael, Zachary, Joshua, Stephen, Jared and Zane, sisters; Jimmie Torres, Patsy Grocke and husband Al, Diane Lawson and husband Bruce and many other family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents James and Pauline and his brothers Lynn and Raymond. Floyd was a grocery store manager for over 40 years with Safeway, Furrs and Smiths. He enjoyed being with his family, rooting for the San Francisco Giants, handicapping horse races, and playing black jack. Most of all he loved to travel with his wife. Rosary will be recited Friday, January 2, 2015, 7:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Lomas. A Funeral Mass will be Saturday, January 3, 2015, 10:00 a.m. at Sangre de Cristo Catholic Church, 8901 Candelaria Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Lap Dog Rescue of New Mexico at www.lapdogrescue.org. Please visit our online guestbook for Floyd at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
Published on: Tue December 30, 2014
VOLKIN, HOWARD C. Dr. Howard C. Volkin passed away on Dec. 27, 2014, at the age of 91. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, December 31, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at Congregation Albert, 3800 Louisiana Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Albuquerque. Howard is survived by his wife of 56 years, Hilda Appel Volkin; two daughters, Paula Volkin Kehoe and her husband, Steve Kehoe, of Boulder, CO, and Laurie Volkin and her husband, Richard S. Dargan, of Albuquerque; and a son, David Volkin, and his wife, Anna Hagen, of Lawrence, KS. He also leaves behind five grandchildren, Jonathan and Lisa Volkin, Richard J. Dargan, Carina and Louis Kehoe; his niece, Barbara Klein; his longtime friend, Jerry Simon; and many other friends and family. Howard was born in Pittsburgh, PA, in 1923 and attended Carnegie-Mellon University, where he received a Bachelor's in Applied Mathematics in 1943. After graduation, he joined the U.S. Navy's new radar training program and went on to serve in the Pacific Fleet on the USS Escambia ship during World War II. He returned to Carnegie Mellon after the war to earn a Master's degree in Applied Mathematics in 1947 and a Doctor of Science (D.Sc.) in 1951. Howard joined the NASA Lewis Research Center in Cleveland, OH, after graduation and spent more than 20 years working there in aerospace research. He met Hilda while serving as a research fellow in physics at Harvard University in 1956. In 1974, he moved across the country to join the staff at the Los Alamos National Laboratory in New Mexico, where he spent six years in laser research and development. In 1981, he moved to Albuquerque to take a position with the Rocketdyne Division of Rockwell International located at Sandia National Laboratories. During his professional career, he authored numerous journal papers and reports and was an inventor for a patent. He retired in 1991. In his 70s and 80s, Howard returned to school to take graduate-level physics classes at the University of New Mexico. Outside of work, he enjoyed reading, cooking, the outdoors, travel and spending time with family and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Congregation Albert, 3800 Louisiana Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Please visit our online guestbook for Howard at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
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