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GODFREY, FAY Age 81, passed away to be with her Lord on Thursday, May 29, 2014, in Albuquerque. She was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Richard Godfrey, in 2006. Fay was born October 10, 1932 in Jacksonville, Texas, and moved to Albuquerque in 1951. Fay and Dick enjoyed music and traveling to Mexico. Fay loved her cherry red 1966 Corvette and took pride in being one of the oldest members of the Corvette Club. She was also a hot air balloon enthusiast, attending every Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta event since the first one in 1972, earning her pilot's license in 1992, and acquiring her own balloon, Blaze of Glory, in 1994. Fay is survived by her sister, Roger Uhler, Louisville, Kentucky; daughter, Debbie Kiser and husband, Scott, Frederick, MD; daughter, Gayle Godfrey, Albuquerque; son, Bryan Godfrey and wife, Teresa, Albuquerque; grandchildren, Sean Martin and wife, Jamie, El Paso, Jake Kiser, North Carolina, Lauren Kiser, Melbourne, Australia, and Lisa Smith and husband, Corbin, Albuquerque; great-granddaughter, Sierra Martin, El Paso. Friends may visit Monday, June 2, 2014, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Wyoming. Funeral services will be Monday, June 2, 2014, 1:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Wyoming. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made to Hospice of NM, 4015 Carlisle NE, Suite E, ABQ, 87107; or NM Heart Institute, 502 Elm NE, ABQ, 87102. FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
Published on: Sat May 31, 2014
HOELZEL, MARY JEANNE SCOTT Mary Jeanne Scott Hoelzel, age 72, of Rio Rancho NM, died Sunday, May 25, 2014. The daughter of William Benning Scott and Maxine Margaret McMurry, she was born in Chattanooga, TN and raised in Cincinnati, OH and Louisville, KY. She graduated from Northwestern University, Evanston, IL in 1964. She worked in the property title industry until her last position before retirement as a high school teacher's assistant working with developmentally challenged students at South High School, Crystal Lake, IL. She is survived by her husband, William N. Hoelzel, III; and by their children Philip N. Hoelzel of Austin TX, Stephanie Anne Hoelzel and her husband Paul Huygens of Henderson, NV, and Andrew J. Hoelzel and his wife Evelyn (Valencia) Hoelzel of Fort Collins, CO. She is also survived by four grandchildren, Thalia Grace Huygens, William Gunner Hoelzel, Bren Scott Huygens, and Liliana Maria Hoelzel. In addition, she is survived by a sister Patricia Scott Meyer, her husband Bren, and a nephew Andrew Meyer, all of Alameda, CA, and a brother William Scott of Boise, ID. A Requiem Eucharist will be held at St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church, Albuquerque, NM, on Monday, June 2, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. A Requiem Eucharist will be held at a later time at St. Mary Episcopal Church, Crystal, Lake IL, with the interment of ashes immediately following in the Parish's Churchyard. The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the Food Pantry at St. Michael and All Angels, 601 Montano Rd. NW, Albuquerque, NM, in the name of the departed. FRENCH Rio Rancho 1950 Pine Rd NE Rio Rancho, NM 87144 (505)338-2000
Published on: Sat May 31, 2014
JOHNSON, PHILIP HUNT Philip Hunt Johnson (Buzzy) went home to be with our Lord on Friday, May 23, 2014. He was born on June 4th, 1937 to John Bahe Johnson of Indian Wells, AZ and Josephine Hunt of Acoma, NM. Phil was preceded in death by his wife Carol Johnson and his sister Thelma Velez. He is survived by his sons, Michael Johnson and wife Charlene, son Chris and grandson Hunter, Frank Nunn and wife Lucy, and children Valentina and Abraham, Bryan Nunn and fiance LaiLonnie Garcia, and children Andre, David and Julia, his daughters Roxanne and Janet and his many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. Phil is also survived by his brothers Johnny Johnson and wife Nancy, Gary Johnson and wife Gloria. Phil touched the lives of everyone he met and he considered ALL his family. Phil loved to have a house full of love, laughter and music and with all his nieces, nephews and extended family, love was never in short supply. A viewing for Phil will be held Saturday, May 31st at 1:00 pm with a celebration of his life to follow at 2:00 pm at Riverside Funeral Home, 225 San Mateo NE. In lieu of flowers, the family would like to have you make a donation to the charity of your choice. After the service has been completed we will be releasing balloons in Phil's honor. If you wish to bring some helium balloons for this, please make them blue and white. Phil had a loving heart and a caring nature and he will be missed by all.
Published on: Sat May 31, 2014
LEWIS, LOUISE A. died peacefully on Thursday, May 22, 2014, at the age of 96. She was the wife of the late Lowell C. Lewis (Lt. Col., USAF, Ret.), to whom she was married for 65 years, and the mother of the late Deborah J. Lewis. Louise is survived by her daughter, Andrea C. Lewis and son-in-law, Wendell Tangborn of Vashon, Washington. She was born in Washington DC on November 21, 1917, the daughter of Olga M. and Herman C. Aafjes, Sr. She grew up in Lansdale, Pennsylvania, and moved to Albuquerque in 1952. She worked at Sandia as a Library Assistant for 22 years. After retiring in 1976, she enjoyed volunteering at the old St. Joseph's Hospital. She belonged to St. Paul Lutheran Church and volunteered there as well. Louise was witty, well-read, hard-working, and unfailing in her willingness to help others. She loved traveling with her husband, playing bridge and writing letters, maintaining life-long correspondences with many friends. A special thank-you to her care-givers at The Garland House. Mrs. Lewis will be interred with her husband at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, July 5, 2014, 2:00 p.m., at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 1100 Indian School Rd. NE. In lieu of flowers, a gift may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church. Please visit the online guest book for Louise at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd. NE 505-843-6333
Published on: Sat May 31, 2014
NEHER, LELAND K. Leland K. Neher passed away on May 25, 2014 at the age of 93. He was born in Porterville, California on December 2, 1920 to John & Lena Neher. Leland married Margaret Ruth Farris, his partner and wife of 71 years, in 1943. They started a family and in 1953 moved to Los Alamos where Leland worked at LANL until his retirement in 1982. Leland and Margaret enjoyed retirement together through music, camping, gardening and keeping up with extended family. Leland was preceded in death by his parents, John and Lena Neher, and his siblings, Elreno, Viola, Victor and Bernice. Leland is survived by his beloved wife, Margaret; their sons John, Doug, Brian, Mike, Paul and Patrick; and their daughter Kathleen. A private remembrance was held at his home in Los Alamos.
Published on: Sat May 31, 2014
ORTEGA, GEORGE J. George Ortega Jr., age 51, went to be with the Lord on May 20, 2014. He is survived by his son, George Ortega III; uncle, Manuel Gabaldon; sisters: Laura Ortega, Teresa Ortega, Lucy Martinez, and Julia Montoya; brothers: Raymond Ortega, Prime Ortega, and Edward Ortega. A Memorial Service to honor his life will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2014 at 4:30 pm, at New Heights Baptist Church, 5300 Iliff Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87105.
Published on: Sat May 31, 2014
ORTIZ, JUAN Age 83, loving husband, father and grandfather went home to be with our Lord and Savior Thursday, May 29, 2014 . He was born in El Pueblo, New Mexico where he spent nearly all his life. Mr. Ortiz adored his family and loved spending time at his home in El Pubelo where he tended to his land, his garden and all his animals. Mr. Ortiz retired from West Las Vegas Schools as a maintenance employee where he enjoyed his daily interaction with the staff, educators and mostly the children. He is preceded in death by his daughter Dianna Ortiz, his son Dennis Ortiz, his brothers Antonio and Samuel Ortiz, his sisters Feliz Vigil and Bernie Gallegos, his brothers-in-law Jose Gallegos and Andelico Gallegos. Juan was survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Aurelia B. Ortiz; daughter, Margarita Ortiz y Flippo and husband Joseph; son Chris Ortiz and wife Grace; son Ernest Ortiz and wife Judy; daughter Judy Gonzales and husband Gary; grandchildren Thomasinia Ortiz-Gallegos and husband Antonio, Melanie Flippo, Amanda Ortiz, Chantel and Julia Gonzales, Audrey Ortiz, Ernest Jon Ortiz, Jacob Flippo, Chris Ortiz Jr. and wife Tammy, Anthony Ortiz, and Elijah Gonzales; great-grandchildren, Isaiah, Noah, Samuel, Deanna, Stephanie, Alyssa, Selena, Christina, Jonathon, Maria Theresa, and Itzel Denise; great-great-grandchild Rylee; and numerous nieces and nephews, relatives and friends. A Rosary will be recited on Saturday, May 31, 2014 at the Riverside Funeral Home in Albuquerque, NM, and the funeral Mass services pending. Special thanks to the staff of Gentiva Hospice for their loving care. Funeral Services Entrusted to: Riverside Funeral Home of Albuquerque 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE (505)764-9663
Published on: Sat May 31, 2014
PADILLA, ADOLFO T. SR. age 48, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away May 28, 2014. Adolfo is survived by his wife, Dee; children, Amanda Padilla, Felicia Padilla, Charmaine Padilla, and Adolfo Padilla Jr.; sisters, Judy Lucero, and Gabriella Padilla; brothers, Benny Padilla, and Alfred Padilla; seven grandchildren; two nieces; eight nephews; gradnieces; grand nephews; and many other extended family members and friends. Visitation will be Sunday, June 01, 2014 from 1:30 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 2:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel. Final visitation will be Monday, June 2, 2014 at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW from 11:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. Interment will follow at the Chilili Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Joseph Lucero, Benny Padilla, Erick Padilla, Daniel Martinez, David Chavez, and Joseph Carmona. Honorary pallbearers will be Mario Trujillo and Andy Whittham. Please visit www.gbaldonmortuaryinc.com to sign the online guestbook. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW (505) 243-7861
Published on: Sat May 31, 2014
PENDLETON, RALPH EDWARD SR. loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, husband, veteran of World War II, businessman and friend of many, passed away on May 24, 2014 in Raton, New Mexico at nearly 90 years of age. He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond Alexander Pendleton and Eula Hanna Pendleton and by his wife of nearly 40 years, Bobbie Ruth Hilliard Pendleton. Ralph was born in Roy, New Mexico in 1924 and after graduating from Roy High School attended the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque at a time in that city's early history when he described the campus as "sitting all by itself in the desert above the valley town." During these formative years, Ralph was a musician, part of the honor society, a fraternity member and an accomplished athlete, playing baseball for the New Mexico Lobos college team. After graduating college with a degree in Geology, and with the world at war in the mid 1940s, Ralph joined the Navy and completed flight training in Corpus Christi, Texas where he was awarded his pilot wings. Around this time, he wed the love of his life, Bobbie Ruth Hilliard, and together they commenced a marriage and life journey as a military family. The couple borne three sons and traveled to various military bases over the course of his Navy career including Washington DC, Virginia, Morocco Africa, Nebraska and Honolulu, Hawaii. His service duties included those of a Naval Aviator, a Strategic Air Command European Intelligence Representative and a joint staff officer for the Commander in Chief, Pacific Fleet, at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. He attained the rank of Lt. Commander during his 26 year military service. Ralph remained in Hawaii after his retirement from the Navy, during which time he taught mathematics at a local intermediate high school. Soon thereafter in 1969 he returned to Raton, New Mexico with his family in tow and began working for the family business, Pendleton Oil and Gas Company. He worked throughout business locations in northern New Mexico as a managing officer of the company well into his 80s. Ralph is survived by elder sister Jean Pendleton Filkins; by his sons Ralph Jr., Matthew and Ned; five grandchildren; two great- grandchildren; as well as numerous other family relations. Thanks go out for the kind care Ralph received during his stay at Colfax Senior Care Assisted Living and also for the services provided by Sangre De Cristo Hospice. During his lifetime, Ralph was a benefactor to a number of charitable organizations and a supporter of health industry causes including March of Dimes, Alzheimer's Association and the American Cancer Foundation. In lieu of flowers or gifts, the surviving family requests that donations be made to these and other organizations of choice. A memorial service is planned for June 6, 2014 at the Yaksich - Long Funeral Home in Raton located at 1310 South Second Street at 11:00 am that morning. Arrangements and celebration of love for Ralph Edward Pendleton Sr. are under the direction of the Yaksich-Long Funeral Home of Raton.
Published on: Sat May 31, 2014
ROSS, THOMAS E. SR. Maj. Thomas E. Ross, Sr., U.S. Army (Ret.) 75, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away, May 28th, 2014. He was born in Concord, NC September 21st, 1938. Tom attended The Citadel Military College of South Carolina and joined the United States Army in 1959. An Airborne Ranger with the 173rd, he was awarded a Bronze Star with Oakleaf Cluster during two tours in Vietnam. First as a Field Artillery Commander and later as a military historian. He retired in 1979. This July 2nd would have marked the 54th anniversary of marriage to the love of his life, Susan S. Ross. His quick, dry wit, welcoming smile, quiet confidence and stern eye when needed, drew people to him for socializing and his sage advice. He is survived by his wife; three children: Wendy, Thomas Jr. and wife Donna, and Carrie; his grandchildren: Rion, Tyler, Travis, Kamen, Jack, Caitlin, Donovan and Emily; and great-granddaughter Addison. A military funeral will be held at the Santa Fe National Cemetery on a date to be determined. A Wake in his honor will be held at the home of Tom and Sue on Saturday, May 31st, 2014 at 4pm. "The garage door is open."
Published on: Sat May 31, 2014
