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ARROYO, VICENTE F. JR. October 4, 1925 - January 16, 2015 Vicente Francisco "Rocky" Arroyo Jr. was born on October 4, 1925 to Austreberta and Vicente Arroyo in El Paso, TX. The youngest of three sons, he was an accomplished athlete, gifted student, and successful businessman. He was also extremely dedicated to his family. Vicente graduated from El Paso High School at the age of sixteen and attended the University of New Mexico (UNM) where he received a degree in electrical engineering. He also lettered in basketball, baseball and football at UNM. During that time, Vicente was given the nickname "Rocky" by the UNM athletic director Blanco White. Because he had a background in both basketball and mathematics, he was hired in 1947 at Our Lady of Sorrows High School in Bernalillo, NM as a teacher and coach. He built a basketball team that, despite the school's small size and lack of resources, won the District 3 championships three years in a row (1951, 1952, 1953). During this time he continued a semi-professional athletic career in Mexico, traveling to Cuba to play against the Harlem Globetrotters and to London to represent Mexico in the 1948 Olympics. He was the very first basketball coach at Valley High School, where he again taught mathematics. Although he loved teaching and athletics, Vicente chose to pursue a career as an engineer at Sandia National Laboratories. After retiring from Sandia, he had a very successful business career and founded several companies. He continued to be involved with athletics in various roles as a coach, educator and referee. He refereed high school championship games and also officiated numerous college football bowl games including the Peach, Japan, Fiesta, and Rose Bowls. Though Vicente was known for athletics and his careers, what he cared about most and what gave him the most pride was his large family. He married Alice Hernandez in 1948 and together, they had seven children. He lost his beloved Alice in 1974 to breast cancer. He later married Leonella Ortiz who had two children of her own, and then together they had one child. Surrounded by family in his home, Vicente peacefully passed away on January 16, 2015. Vicente will be remembered as a family man, mentor, coach and friend. He was recognized everywhere he went, and acclaimed for bringing victory to a school that did not at the time have an indoor basketball court. His family has always been especially gratified by the love shown to him by the people of Bernalillo, where he continues to be remembered as a hero. Vicente was also an avid golfer and a recognized figure in the local golfing community. He will be inducted into the New Mexico Sports Hall of Fame on March 1, 2015. Vicente is survived by his loving and caring wife of 39 years, Leonella Arroyo; children Vince and Ruby Arroyo, Kathy and Eli Padilla, Sylvia and Rudy Nolasco, Bill and Joyce Arroyo, Aileen Arroyo, Carmen and Rick Trujillo, Andrew Arroyo, Chris and Sarah Arroyo, Martha Arroyo, Stephany and Jeffry Jones; as well as 23 grandchildren; eight great- grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Additionally, he is survived by a large, extended family who live across the country. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers Ernesto and Hector Arroyo, his daughter Carmen Alicia Arroyo, his wife Alice Arroyo, his son Craig Anthony Arroyo & granddaughter Laura Kathleen Padilla. A Rosary will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 20 at 7:00 pm at St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church, 5712 Paradise Blvd. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 21 at 10:00 am, also at St. Jude Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Casa Esperanza, which supports families facing cancer, at PO Box 40472, Albuquerque, NM 87196-0472 at www.casanm.org or to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Central New Mexico at 3333 Truman St. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110 at www.bgccnm.org. In an effort to collect memories, photos and stories about his life, please visit and contribute to his memorial website www.forevermissed.com/ vicente-rocky-arroyo Because of his nomination to the NM Sports Hall of Fame, Vicente has recently been recognized in two local publications: www.dukecityfix.com/profiles/blogs/academic-sports-hero-rocky-arroyo-six-others-named-to-nm-sports www.nmshof.com/vicente-arroyo/
Published on: Tue January 20, 2015
BISCAMP, ROY GENE Age 90, passed away Friday, January 16, 2015. He was born in Beaumont, TX on August 18, 1924, to Emmette and Pauline Biscamp. Roy graduated from San Jacinto High School, Houston TX, in 1942, he then attended North Texas Agricultural College from 1942-1943, then Fordham University where he graduated from the Army Specialist Training Program 1943-1944, he then graduated from The University of TX in 1951 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Petroleum Engineering. Roy's military career consist of the U.S. Army 104th Infantry Division in France, Holland, Belgium and Germany. He was a PFC Automatic Rifleman, an expert BAR Gunner and wounded in WWII in November of 1944 at Huergten Forrest Western Europe at the age of 19. Roy was then awarded the Purple Heart, Bronze Star with V device for heroism (the 4th highest award for valor) Combat Infantryman. He was a FAA Civil Engineer-Senior Airport Engineer at the Albuquerque NM Sunport International Airport for twenty six years and retired GS15. He also worked for the DOT for the Sate of New Mexico - Senior Engineer Santa Fe for eight years until he retired in 1992. Roy was also State President of NMSPE (NM Society of Professional Engineers) and on the Board Registered Professional Engineer New Mexico and Texas and has won multiple awards and accommodations for civil engineering. He married his wife of fifty years Sylvia (Williams) Biscamp on January 29, 1965 in Bridge, TX. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Marie Wackym and his brother Robert Biscamp. Roy is survived by wife, Sylvia Mae Biscamp of Albuquerque, NM; his children, Emmette E. Biscamp II of N. Richard Hills, TX, Mary Anne Tipton of Rio Rancho, NM, Elayne N. Biscamp of Albuquerque, NM, Lewis W. Biscamp of Santa Fe, NM; siblings, Godfrey W. Biscamp of Houston , TX and Dolores Vernon of Baytown, TX; grandchildren, Dax R.Tipton, Lucas K. Tipton, Sharlyn Biscamp, Nicolas Shortencarier, Alexander Shortcarier; great-great-grandchildren, Contessa York, Haley Parker, Jareth A. Tipton, Timothy Parker, Delaney Smyth, Lilith Bachman. A Celebration of Life Open House Reception will be held on Monday, January 26, 2015 from 10:00am to 12:00pm at Daniels Family Funeral Services Sun Room. Interment to follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery on Monday, January 26, 2015 at 2:15pm. In lieu of flowers donations may be given in Roy's honor to the Alzheimer's Association of New Mexico at: www.alz.org/newmexico/ To share memories with the family please visit Roy's memorial webpage at www.danielsfuneral.com. Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-821-0010
Published on: Tue January 20, 2015
DOOLITTLE, DOROTHY CHASE TEBERG Born May 18, 1921 to Ernest J. Teberg and Mary Bertina Pease Teberg in Anoka, Minnesota. Died January 16, 2015 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She grew up in Chicago and graduated from the University of Chicago in 1942. There she met John C. Doolittle on September 24, 1938. They became engaged on December 24, 1941, and were married on December 24, 1942. She worked in retailing at several department stores including Lord and Taylor. After World War II they moved to Rochester, New York where John worked until his retirement at Eastman Kodak. In 1957 they bought a small farm in Mendon, New York and remodeled the Victorian farmhouse to make a beautiful home. Dorothy was active in church, Girl Scouts, Mendon Pony Club, the Rochester Philharmonic League, and the P.E.O. Sisterhood. They moved to Albuquerque in 1987. She is preceded in death by her parents, her brothers, and her husband John. She is survived by children Thomas Doolittle (wife Leslie) and Martha McIver (husband Jack); grandchildren Andrew, Heather, Brian, John, and Natalia; nieces and nephews. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church and Chapter AL of P.E.O. She volunteered in fossil preparation at the NM Museum of Natural History. She was an avid tennis player. They moved to the La Vida Llena community in 1998. The family is very grateful for the loving care and friendships she has had at LVL. There will be a service of life celebration at the La Vida Llena chapel on Wednesday, January 21, 2015 at 2:00PM. Memorial contributions to the Full Life Foundation of LVL. To share memories with the family please visit Dorothy's memorial webpage at www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-821-0010
Published on: Tue January 20, 2015
IZAY, VICTOR In rememberance of our friend Victor Izay on the one year anniversary of his passing. "Uncle Vic" was born on December 23, 1923 in Watertown, NY, to Hungarian immigrants George and Helen Izay. His father was successful in real estate until the stock market crash of 1929. Vic served as a sergeant during World War II in the Armored Corps, 486 Ordnance Evacuation Company (tank recovery unit). He was involved in the D-Day landings. After the war, he enrolled at Los Angeles City College, studying along drama alongside Victor French and Vic Tayback (the trio calling themselves 'The Three Vics'). He was a prolific actor, known for semi-regular roles on TV's "Gunsmoke" (the character of Bull) and "The Waltons" (the town doctor) and for films such as "Wild Hogs" (2007), for the recurring character of Doc in the Billy Jack movie series and for "Employee of the Month" (2006). He was married to Connie Izay and later to Jo Roybal. In Albuquerque he was known as a teacher, director, actor, author and playwright. He established the New Vic Players and co-founded the Old Town Studio in Albuquerque, producing and directing more than 200 plays. He died on January 20, 2014 in Glendora, California, USA. He now lies in Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills Cemetery beside his wife Connie (herself a medical consultant on the shows "Marcus Welby, MD" & "M.A.S.H.") and will always shine brightly in the memories of his friends.
Published on: Tue January 20, 2015
KERSEY, JAMES A. W. James A. W. Kersey of McKinleyville, CA formerly of Livermore, CA passed away December 26 with family members by his side. He fought a long battle with prostate cancer earning the admiration of friends, family, doctors and nurses with his careful attention to detail and upbeat attitude. James (Jim) was born in Chattanooga, TN to James and Lorene Kersey on February 7, 1936. He served in the Naval Reserve for several years while attending Cogswell Polytechnical College and worked at Sandia National Laboratories, Albuquerque, NM. He transferred to Sandia National Laboratories, Livermore where he continued college courses at night and became an electronics engineer, achieving the level of Distinguished Member of the Technical Staff, the highest level for non-management employees. Being considered a mentor was important to him; he was always pleased to share his knowledge with co-workers among whom he was known as a top-notch problem solver. His marriage to the late Carolyn Burris brought two sons and his later marriage to Karen Lammerts added her three sons to the family. He made time to coach several Little League teams and became President of the League enjoying the many young people with whom he came in contact. During his sons' high school days he could be found in the garage helping rebuild a car engine and his sons and their friends learned a lot from him. Upon retiring from Sandia with 44 years of service, he moved to McKinleyville, CA in what he liked to call "God's Country" - the Pacific Coast north of Eureka, CA. He loved trading on the stock market, photography and computer technology and stayed close with grandchildren through computer games becoming known as the "Pokemon Grandpa" to many of his grandchildren. Jim is survived by Karen, his loving wife of 34 years; son Randy of Groveland, CA; son Glenn of Livermore, CA; son John and wife Resi of Holzkirchen, Germany; son Jerry and wife Carmen of Singapore; and son Jeff and wife Kelly of Tacoma, WA; eleven grandchildren; two sisters, Judy Randall and husband Bruce of Lincoln, CA and Sandi Smith and husband Rich of Pollock Pines, CA; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Lorene, and by three sisters, Gwen Wilbur of Pinole, CA. JoAnn Johnson of Ukiah, CA. and Charlynn Kersey of Tennessee. Jim, we all miss you and your great advice; we love you and all you stood for. This quote from a card says it all, "Some men leave their mark on the world by the way they live and the difference they make in the lives they touch." This was so true of Jim. A private family memorial service will be held when his cremains are scattered this coming summer. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice of Humboldt, the American Cancer Society or to Dr. Fratkin's ResolutionCare, an end-of-life palliative care organization, will be appreciated.
Published on: Tue January 20, 2015
LANNIN, MAX MICHAEL II February 22, 1978 - January 19, 2007 It has been very sad since you passed away. It is hard on some days to accept your death. Your children Kyle, Kevin, Keith, and Kalib miss and love you. Love always, Mom, Jackie, Michelle and Thumper
Published on: Tue January 20, 2015
LOUCKS, JOAN MARIE (MEAD) 68, joined our Father in Heaven, on Friday, January 16, 2015 peacefully of natural causes, after a long illness. She has been a resident of Albuquerque since December 28, 1946. Joan was preceded by her grandmother Ellen Milligan, her parents Kenneth and Josephine, brother Bob and sisters Ruth and Victoria, and her beloved aunt Marie Conrad. She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Jeri L. Loucks; sons, Jeri L. Loucks II and Zane Jess Mead Loucks all of Albuquerque. Joan is also survived by many cats and other animal friends that she loved dearly. She was a proud graduate of Sandia High School. Joan was proud to be from Albuquerque and very proud of her state. Per her request there will be no memorial services, however we will all remember her as we new her in life, feisty, a jokester and always upbeat. The family request that as a memorial to Joan's love of animals, that donations be made to the Animal Humane Society, Watermelon Ranch, or any of the local Animal Rescues. Joan will be sorely missed.
Published on: Tue January 20, 2015
LOWINSKE, EILEEN FAYE Age 58, was called home to Heaven, peacefully surrounded by family and friends, Friday January 16, 2015 at 6PM. She fought a long, hard battle with pancreatic cancer, always refusing to give up or lose hope for a cure. She was born May 10, 1956 in New Ulm MN. She is survived by son and daughter-in-law Mike and Lindsay Lowinske; grandson Elijah; mother Donna Lowinske; sister Gail Berg; sister and brother-in-law Dawn and Brent Sanders; nephew and niece Philip and Cori Berg; niece and nephew Andrea and Andy Schmeling; and many loving friends. She was preceded in death by father Louie Lowinske, all grandparents, and brother-in-law John Berg. She graduated from CO State U and moved to Albuquerque, NM in 1983. She worked as an occupational therapist for the public schools for over 30 years, helping special education children. A passionate animal lover, she raised pygmy goats, chickens, ducks, dogs, and cats. Also an avid athlete, she was a lifelong runner, swimmer, skier, and rock climber. She was active in organizations such as: NM Right to Life, Adaptive Ski Program, NM Special Olympics, the NM Mountain Club, and the NM Pygmy Goat Association. Visitations will be Tuesday 1/20 from 5-8PM and Wednesday 1/21 from 5:30-7PM. Funeral will follow at 7PM . All services will be at Shepherd Lutheran Church: 3900 Wyoming NE Albuquerque, NM 87110. She will be cremated and laid to rest later this spring at St. Paul's Lutheran Cemetery in New Ulm, MN. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that donations be made in her name to WELS Christian Aid and Relief and the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network.
Published on: Tue January 20, 2015
MCCROSSEN, ERIC Eric Thor McCrossen died peacefully at home on Sunday, January 18th, 2015. He was born in Avon Township, Michigan on February 23rd, 1931. In 1932 Eric's parents, George and Helen McCrossen moved to Santa Fe, NM where the family opened McCrossen Handwoven Textiles on Cerrillos Road- the largest employer in the state at that time. McCrossen started his newspaper career at 11 years old with a paper route for the Santa Fe New Mexican. He worked as a printer's devil and apprentice in a Santa Fe print job shop and in his father's photo engraving plant during his years at Santa Fe High School. He served 4 years in the Air Force including occupation duty in Japan and combat duty in Korea during the Korea police action. Following his service he enrolled at the University of New Mexico where he studied journalism and acted as editor of the New Mexico Lobo. His long journalistic career included time at the Belen News Bulletin, UP reporter in Santa Fe, the Carlsbad Current Argus, editor of the Raton Daily Range and the Gallup Independent and a short stop at the Phoenix Gazette in AZ. In 1969 Bob Brown, editor of the Abq Journal offered McCrossen a job as a columnist and editorial writer. His 26 years at the Albuquerque Journal included covering stories of the state constitutional convention, the hijacking of a TWA passenger jet in Albuquerque to Cuba, anti-Vietnam protests and the state Legislature. He moved full time to the position of editorial page editor in 1975 where he continued to work until his retirement in September of 1995. His retirement was spent enjoying extensive travel, activities and lots of tennis at Tanoan Country Club. Eric was preceded in death by his parents; his brother Preston McCrossen and his first wife Patricia Ringer Caldwell. He leaves behind his loving wife and best friend of 30 years Shirley Wigren of Albuquerque, NM who brought steadfast love and caring companionship to Eric's every day. He is also survived by his younger brother Stanley McCrossen and his wife Zelda Meer-McCrossen of Las Vegas, NM. He leaves behind four daughters and their families: Jeanne and Lynn Neill of Dallas TX, Cyndy McCrossen and Maurice Sherif of Bosque Farms, NM, Celia and David Klaus of Albuquerque, and Kai and Tim Ryan of Houston, TX. His surviving step-children are Jodie Wigren of Boston, MA, Christy Campbell of Lyman, WY, Peggy and Tom Wilcox of South Padre Island, TX, Tom and Julie Wigren of Big Lake, MN, Susie Snyder of Roswell, NM and Leah Wigren of Reno, NV. His love extends to include his sister-in-law Macon McCrossen of Albuquerque; his nieces Tami McCrossen of Los Angeles, CA and Alexis McCrossen of Dallas TX; 15 grandchildren; and six beautiful great-grandchildren. All of his family and friends will miss Eric's cheerful smile and joy for life. The family would like to thank Gentiva Hospice for their recent care and attention given to Eric. A memorial will be planned at a later date when friends and relatives can gather to share remembrances. To be included in the event or to share memories of Eric please write to the family at bosquebelle@gmail.com
Published on: Tue January 20, 2015
MIRABAL, SUSAN "TUSA" Age 78 of Albuquerque, passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2015. She was born on December 21, 1936 in Chilili, NM to Augustine "Gus" and Flora Pohl where she was raised. Susan graduated from Estancia High School and came to Albuquerque where she worked for Miletus Associates and at Emcore as a bonding technician and trainer. She is survived by her children, Helen, Michael, Rudy (Liza), Fred, Roy (Carla), Pete and Theresa (Scott Frey); seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; brothers, Geomy (Priscilla) Pohl, Nobert (Maggie) Pohl, Leroy (Belinda) Pohl and sister-in-law, Inez Pohl. She was preceded in death by her parents; and brother, Isabio Pohl. A Rosary Service will be held on Tuesday, January 20, 2015, 6:00 p.m., at Risen Savior Catholic Community, 7701 Wyoming Blvd NE, Albuquerque. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, January 21, 2015, 9:30 a.m., also at Risen Savior Catholic Community with burial following at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Susan at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
Published on: Tue January 20, 2015
MONDRAGON, IDA Age 78, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend was called home to her Jesus on Friday, January 16, 2015. She was born on September 24, 1936 in Taos, NM, youngest daughter of Juan and Anita Garcia. She is survived by her husband, Abe Mondragon; daughter, Anna Valdez; grandson, Dominic Valdez; sister, Cleo Jeanette; and other members of her loving family. She was preceded in death by her cherished son, Ed Mondragon; and other brothers and sisters. Rosary will begin at 10:00 a.m., with the funeral mass to follow on Thursday, January 22, 2015 at St. Jude Thaddeus Church. Interment will take place at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St Jude's Children's Research Hospital at www.stjude.org. Please visit our online guestbook for Ida at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Westside 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300
Published on: Tue January 20, 2015
ROMERO, SIMON 11/21/49 - 1/14/15 You are loved and missed. AKA - HEY NOW. Simon is survived by Mary; Jessica; children Michelle, Lynette, Simon III, Jose, Antonia and Simonna; brothers and sisters Miguel, Jake, Ruben, Lawrence, Connie, Anna, Amy and Gloria. Thank you all. Services will be held on 1/20/15 at 2:00pm at Riverside Funeral Home.
Published on: Tue January 20, 2015
RORIPAUGH-KRON, DONNA Age 82, passed away Wednesday, January 14, 2015. She was born in Miles City, MT on April 28, 1932, to Albert A. and Helen (Rodgers) Stoler. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Charles C. Roripaugh, Jr. Donna is survived by her husband, Henry R. Kron, Jr.; daughters, Tamara Spurlock and Lisa Pidcock; step-daughters, Diane Lynn Kron, Lisa Kron Schmidt; step-son, Henry R. Kron, III; four grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; four step-grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held at 3:00 pm, Friday, January 23, 2015, at Rio Rancho Presbyterian Church, 1004 - 24th Street SE, Rio Rancho, NM. In lieu of flowers donations may be given in Donna's honor to Storehouse West at www.storewest.org, or at 1030 Veranda Drive SE, Rio Rancho, 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 January 20, 2015
SILVA, GRACE A. AND BOB 
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Published on: Tue January 20, 2015
SIMMONS, JAMES T. James T. Simmons (Jake) passed away January 18, 2015. James was born September 30, 1926 in Tupelo, Mississippi. The oldest of four siblings, the family moved to Thaxton, Mississippi in 1939 when James was 13 years old. In December 1947 James enlisted in the United States Air Force. While stationed in Mobile, Alabama, he met the love of his life Nina Pearl Breland, they were married on February 4, 1956. James and Nina had two sons Gary Lee and Jimmy Ray. After being stationed in several locations the family settled in Albuquerque, New Mexico. James proudly served his country for more than 20 years, retiring June 30, 1968. James was preceded in death by his mother, Alma Belle and father Elvis Talmadge Simmons, brother Billy Simmons, sister Ruth, and grandson Justin James Simmons. His wife of 54 years, Nina Pearl Simmons passed away in July 2010. James is survived by brother Bobby Gerald and wife Susan; son Gary and wife Bonnie; son Jimmy and wife Tammy; granddaughters Kassie and Karlee; many nieces and nephews, friends and family. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was a nice man who would do anything for anybody. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 21, 2015 from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00p.m. at FRENCH - Lomas. A service will be held on Thursday, January 22, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Lomas Chapel. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Please visit our online guestbook for Jake at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
Published on: Tue January 20, 2015
SKIPPER, JOHN DAVID born April 17, 1939, in Quanah, Texas, went to be with his Lord January 14, 2015. He was orphaned at an early age. He graduated as an electrical engineer from the University of Arizona and took a job supporting the Atlas-Centaur Missile Defense System providing ground support during the Cuban Missile Crisis. He provided design support on the Gemini Manned Space Flight System and worked on airborne surveillance cameras used on SR71 aircraft and other manned aircraft. For several years he designed operational amplifiers and was a contributor to the McGraw-Hill book "Operational Amplifiers." He transitioned back to working on weapons research at the Air Force Weapons Laboratory (AFWL) where he worked on the Airborne Laser Laboratory and other optical and laser programs. He worked on advanced propulsion in California and the high energy laser program at White Sands Missile Range (WSMR). He found the Lord, whom he had forsaken for many years. He was blessed with wife Betty of 39 years; son David (Sheri); daughter Elizabeth (Jacob); granddaughter Sadie; grandson on-the-way Colt; grandsons John and Evan; sister Virginia (Donald); and nephew Matthew (Sarah). The Lord richly blessed his life. A memorial service honoring his life will be held at 10:00AM January 22 at Ridgecrest Christian Church, 5300 Eastern SE. A reception with light refreshments will follow the service.
Published on: Tue January 20, 2015
TRUJILLO, MARY JANE Mary Jane Trujillo, a resident of Albuquerque passed away peacefully on January 8, 2015 at the age of 90. She was born to Alexander and Anna Drozdiak on December 6, 1924 in Shamokin, Pennsylvania. She attended Temple University in Philadelphia where she received her RN. She moved out west and worked for Indian Services at Taos Pueblo Clinic. She met her husband in Taos while he was working as a biochemist at the Los Alamos Labs. She married Theodore Trujillo on December 10, 1947 in Mexico City, Mexico. They resided in Los Alamos for thirty years, moved to Bosque Farms and then to Albuquerque. Mary Jane is survived by her husband Ted of 67 years; two children, Patricia Clay (John) of Salt Lake City, UT and Thomas Trujillo of Los Alamos, NM; three grandchildren Matthew Clay (Kate) of San Diego, CA; Devin Clay of Denver, CO; and Maureen Olsen (Andrew) of Phoenix, AZ; and seven great-grandchildren. Mary Jane had a beautiful voice and sang in many church choirs for weddings and Sweet Adelines. She was very proud of her Ukrainian heritage; participating in Ukrainian activities such as dance groups and embroidery circles. Mary Jane loved playing bridge, square dancing, doing needle crafts and traveling with her husband. She and Ted traveled to more than 20 countries. Cremation services provided by Daniels Family Funeral Services. Private interment will be held at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe. To share any memories with the family please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 505-884-1188
Published on: Tue January 20, 2015
