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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
Published on: Wed January 01, 2014
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/
Published on: Wed January 01, 2014
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
Published on: Wed January 01, 2014
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.
Published on: Wed January 01, 2014
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
Published on: Wed January 01, 2014
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
Published on: Wed January 01, 2014
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.
Published on: Wed January 01, 2014
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
Published on: Wed January 01, 2014
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
Published on: Wed January 01, 2014
