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ANAYA, ALICE G. of Albuquerque, New Mexico was born on May 27, 1928. She passed away on January 21, 2015 to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. A Celebration of Life will be on Friday, January 23 at 11:00am at Direct Funeral Services Chapel, 2919 4th St NW. Interment will follow at Santa Clara Cemetery, 611 Foot Hill Dr. SW.
Published on: Thu January 22, 2015
BRUBAKER, KAREN A. 1944-2015 Karen A. Brubaker, age 70, a resident of Albuquerque, NM passed away on Monday, January 19, 2015. She was preceded in death by her father, Dr. Richard Brubaker; mother, Marjory Allen; and sister, Kathy Ray. Karen is survived by her daughters, Chel-Marie Barela and George Montoya; Heidi Carrillo and husband, Norman Carrillo; son, Carlo Barela and wife, Kristina Barela; grandchildren, Joseph Carrillo and fiance, Tara Zamora, Ryanne Sanchez, Stephen Carrillo and wife, Katherine, Arianna Nuanez, Anissa Nuanez, Theresa Alvarado, Devin Barela and several great-grandchildren. A Viewing will be held at Romero Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, January 23rd at 11:00 a.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 12:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Belen Memorial Gardens. Pallbearer will be Joseph Carrillo. Sign Karen's online tribute at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main Street, Belen, NM
Published on: Thu January 22, 2015
CANDELARIA, LEROY Age 76, went home peacefully to the Lord on Monday, January 19, 2015 surrounded by his family. LeRoy is survived by his wife Bella of 52 years; children Patrick and wife Karen, Tina Parrish, and Eddie; grandchildren Audra, Garrett, and Sydney Candelaria, Danielle and Michael Parrish, and Araceli Candelaria; sister, Sister Maria Candelaria, sister-in-law Dee Dee Candelaria, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother Bobby. LeRoy served his country with the US Navy and retired from KAFB. Rosary will be recited Friday, January 23, 2015 at 8:30 a.m. at The Shrine of St. Bernadette, 11401 Indian School Blvd. NE followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Memorial donations are suggested in lieu of flowers to Project Defending Life, 625 San Mateo, NE, Albuquerque 87108 or www.defendinglife.org. Please visit our online guestbook for LeRoy at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
Published on: Thu January 22, 2015
CASTELLANO, ERLINDA HELENA Age 88, passed away Tuesday, January 20, 2015. Erlinda enjoyed, reading, playing bingo and crocheting. She is preceded in death by two sons, Fernando Castellano and Richard Castellano. Erlinda is survived by husband of 69 years, Candelario Castellano; four children, Jose "Leroy" Castellano and wife, Patricia, Annabelle Trujillo and husband, Silviano, Andrew Castellano and wife, Victoria, Danny Castellano and wife, Diane; 18 grandchildren and 28 great grandchildren. She was a lifetime member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Services are pending. Pallbearers will be Michelle Castellano, Andrea Medina, Carisa Otero, Jodie Trujillo, Jessica Garcia, Elizabeth Valdez and Taylor Castellano. A special thanks to Denise Lopez, Jodie Trujillo and Yolanda Herrera. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW Albuquerque, NM 87102 505-243-5222
Published on: Thu January 22, 2015
ENRIGHT, RAYMOND F. JR. Age 56, passed away Monday, January 19, 2015. To view service information or to 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: Thu January 22, 2015
FLORES, DAVID JOE June 2, 1936 - January 16, 2015. A loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, as well as great great grandfather, passed away after a long battle with cancer at the age 78. David served in the National Guard; retired from the University of New Mexico to follow his passion as a master carpenter. David is survived by his loving and beautiful wife of 53 years, Angie Flores; two sons, David Flores and wife, Darlene, Felix Flores; three daughters, Priscilla Saavedra and husband, Gene, Marcella Anderson and husband, Dane, Anna Drummond and husband, Robert; one sister Petra Flores. A Rosary will be recited on Thursday, January 22, 2014 at 7:00 pm. at Saint Anne's Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal Rd. SW, with a mass to be celebrated Friday, January 23, 2015 at 9:00 a.m., at St. Anne Catholic Church. Interment to follow at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. He will be greatly missed. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW Albuquerque, NM 87102 505-243-5222
Published on: Thu January 22, 2015
FRESQUEZ, JIMI SUE On 1/12/15, Jimi Sue "Suzie" Fresquez died peacefully after spending the night with her family in hospice care. Born May 18, 1952 in Hugo, OK, she is survived by her husband Julian, and sons Fernando and Jamen. As a librarian she inspired a generation of children at McCollum Elementary school and will be remembered for her beautiful smile and loving way. Memorial celebration at the ABQ Garden Center on Jan 25, 1-5pm.
Published on: Thu January 22, 2015
KELLY, MARK GROSS Born in Santa Fe on December 29, 1928, died in Albuquerque New Mexico on Wednesday, January 15, 2015. He was raised in Santa Fe, NM by his devoted and loving parents, Daniel and Margaret Kelly. He graduated from Saint Louis University, a Jesuit college, with a Bachelors of Science degree in 1957. He served in the US Army during the Korean War from 1952 to 1953. On returning, he was hospitalized at the VA in Albuquerque, New Mexico where he recovered from rheumatoid arthritis. In 1962 he met and married Rita Cecilia Reidy who was a key employee at the Bishops Lodge. From 1969 to 1992 he resided in Littleton, Colorado where he was the owner and operator of a commercial maintenance company. Proud of his New Mexican heritage and wanting to be closer to his family he retired to Albuquerque, New Mexico in 1992. His love of nature and photography always drew him outdoors and camping up until the age of 80. His loving wife Rita passed away in 2005 and he became more involved in Stevens Ministry, bringing communion to the inbound elderly. A kind and thoughtful gentleman, he will be sorely missed by all his friends and family. He is survived by his two sons, Francis Reidy Kelly and Michael Linton Kelly; as well as two grandchildren Desiree Jacqueline and Thomas Edward. He is also survived by his brother Daniel T. Kelly (bud) and sister-in-law Susan Harrison Kelly, the wife of his dearly loved younger brother Booker Kelly who is deceased. He is also survived by countless nieces and nephews. A memorial mass will be held on January 24th at 11:00 am at John 23rd Catholic Church, 4831 Tramway Ridge Dr NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111. Preceding the Mass a Rosary will be held at 10:00 am at John 23rd as well. In lieu of flowers, donations will be accepted in his name by the Barrett Foundation. 10300 Constitution NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110.
Published on: Thu January 22, 2015
LOPEZ, RICHARD LEE March 18, 1961 - January 22, 1992 From the time that you have been gone, it still doesn't help the pain from your death. We miss your laugh, your hugs, and your good sense of humor. We love and miss you, Mom, Jackie, Michelle and Thumper
Published on: Thu January 22, 2015
MARTINEZ, ANTHONY MARK Age 62, beloved father, grandfather and soul mate, passed away peacefully, Friday, January 16, 2015. Service of Christian Burial will be Friday, January 23, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 1860 Griegos Rd., NW, Albuquerque. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services ALAMEDA MORTUARY 9420 Fourth St. NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160
Published on: Thu January 22, 2015
OCCHIALINO, SALLY Sally L. Occhialino, age 70, an Albuquerque resident since 1977, died on January 16, 2015 at her home with her family after battling cancer. Born on January 6, 1945, Sally was the daughter of Joseph and Hazel La Forte. Sally is survived by her husband, Mario "Ted" Occhialino of Albuquerque; her children, Lisabeth Occhialino and husband Bruce Stimpson of Leesburg, VA, Anne Noel Occhialino and husband Jonathan Gannon of Silver Spring, MD, and Edward Occhialino and wife Amy of Portland, OR; her beloved brother, William La Forte and wife Ann of Rochester, NY; and her father, Joseph of Juno Beach, FL. Treasured grandchildren are Charlie and Sally Rose Stimpson, Kate and Nora Gannon, and twins, Mario and Dante Occhialino. Sally graduated from Poughkeepsie (NY) High School and from Mount Holyoke College, where she majored in philosophy and studied ancient Greek culture and language. While at Mount Holyoke, she met classmates Ellen Grove Petrone and Judy Rose Scheibe who became dear, life-long friends. After marrying Ted, a law professor, she worked at Harbridge House Consulting Group in Boston. Ted and Sally then relocated to Syracuse, NY where their children were born. Sally was known throughout the neighborhood as serving the best peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to the children who flocked to her home to play. In 1977, Ted and Sally moved to New Mexico. Although Sally was an East Coast gal, she bloomed in the desert. She served as the president of the Osuna Elementary School PTA, volunteered often at the Albuquerque Academy and with the symphony, was an active faculty wife, and made a wide network of friends. She later became an Academic Advisor at the Anderson School of Management at the University of New Mexico, where numerous students benefited from her wise counsel and warm support. Sally enjoyed traveling, and Ted's academic career took them to Maine, New Hampshire, New York City, Canberra, Australia and Washington D.C. for extended stays. She especially enjoyed visiting France and Ted's ancestral home of Lucca, Italy. Sally loved champagne, raspberries, bunnies, and a good party. She was an avid reader and liked to discuss politics and the New York Times' latest editorial. Sally made everything special; whether a holiday table or a well-wrapped gift, she made it memorable and unique. Sally was a superb cook and a gracious hostess who could whip up a dinner for twelve guests with an hour's notice from Ted. For Sally, Christmas was not just a holiday, but an event! She was well known for her annual Christmas party with traditional off-key singing at the piano, and she thrived on staying up all night wrapping gifts on Christmas Eve and then serving an elaborate champagne brunch on Christmas Day. Sally believed in dining only by candlelight, which is a view several grandchildren now share. Sally lived the last year of her life after her diagnosis the same as she lived all her other years: with dignity, grace and good humor, and on her own terms! Sally was a warm and generous friend; an outstanding wife, mother, sister, daughter, and grandmother; and a joy to know. Although we dearly wish Sally's life could have gone on a bit longer, we are filled with gratitude for the truly wonderful life she led and our chance to be part of it. A Memorial Service will be held Sunday, February 1, 2015, 12:00 p.m., at the UNM Alumni Chapel, on the campus of the University of New Mexico with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, a donation in Sally's name may be made online to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (jdrf.org). Please visit our online guestbook for Sally at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
Published on: Thu January 22, 2015
PERRY, TOM Age 56, passed away unexpectedly on January 17, 2015 at his home in Encino, NM. Tom was born on August 25, 1958 in Durango, CO to the home of Rex and Jimmie (Lancaster) Perry. He was reared and attended schools in Shiprock, NM. Tom was a true cowboy, working in various ranches in New Mexico, Colorado and Texas. He lived in Encino for over 30 years where he served as a Town Councilman and volunteered with the Encino Fire Department. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, reading, the rodeo and being with his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father Rex Perry, his grandparents Al and Alice Lancaster and J.W. and Elizabeth Perry. He is survived by his mother Jimmie Rose Perry of Cortez, CO; sons Lucas Martinez of Anton Chico, NM, Justin Travis Perry and wife Amy of Roswell, NM; brother James H. Perry and wife Nora of Mancos, CO; sister Ann Denetdale and husband Terry of Newcomb, NM; along with numerous grandchildren, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and countless friends. A Memorial Remembrance for Tom will be held at the Encino Community Center on Saturday, January 24, at 1:00 PM. Graveside services will be held on Monday, January 26, at 10:00 AM at the Sylvan Cemetery in Cortez, CO followed by a celebration of Tom's life to be held at the Lewis Arreola Convention Center in Cortez. All services for Tom have been entrusted to the Chavez Funeral Home, 923 South 3rd St. Santa Rosa, NM, (575) 472-3369. To place an online condolence please visit our website at www.chavezfuneralhome.com
Published on: Thu January 22, 2015
PIRO, MARIA JESSIE, (DEANDA) left to be with our Lord, early Tuesday morning, January 20, 2015. Maria was born September 15, 1915 to Jose Dolores DeAnda and Concepcion (Concha) Montez DeAnda. She was the first born and a favorite of her grandparents. After came nine more siblings, Lorenzo, Elena, Catalina, Frances, Julia, Mattie, Eddy, Precilliano, and Ernestine. The only surviving sibling is Precilliano DeAnda and wife, Berna. Jessie was raised in Los Lunas and graduated from Los Lunas High School. She was very successful in school where she found out she could sing. She loved to sing, she sang in musicals and in her church choir, even in her last days she had not lost her voice and could be heard singing with the TV, as she watched Mass. She was a devout Catholic. Maria married Albino Piro, November 28, 1945, and raised three children, Robert, Lydia and Juanita. Her family was her first love; there was nothing she would not do for them, and they were very devoted to her as well and will miss her every day of their lives. Maria was always busy; she raised animals, gardened, baked the most delicious bread, loved arts and crafts and learned to play the guitar to sing at choir. She is survived by her son, Robert and wife, Diane, daughter, Lydia Piro and husband, Judge Pedro Rael, daughter, Juanita Sena. She dearly loved her grandchildren, Caprice Piro-Amerine, Bobby Piro, Jenna Piro, Nicacio Pantano, Miguel Pantano, Sharalaina Piro-Rael, Ricardo Piro-Rael, Roque Sena, and Regina Sena; great-grandchildren, Annalicia Sena, Philip and Beth Amerine. Visitation will be Friday, January 23, 2015, from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 10:00 in the gathering room at San Clemente Catholic Church, 244 Luna Ave., Los Lunas, NM; Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. in the Church, Father James Marshall, presider. Interment will follow in the Los Lentes Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Caprice Amerine, Philip Piro, Bobby Piro, Jenna Piro, Nicacio Pantano, Miguel Pantano, Ricardo Piro-Rael, Sharalaina Piro-Rael, Roque Sena, Regina Sena, and Rebecca Culp. The family would also like to give a special thank you to Emma Renteria, Barbara Apodaca, Pete Rael, Father Bryant, Dr. Ben Pintor, Dr. Susan Barrett and Dr. Lorraine Herrera. Please visit www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com to sign the online guestbook. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW (505)243-7861
Published on: Thu January 22, 2015
RAMIREZ, IRENE "NATIS" Age 34, born May 3, 1980, passed away January 15, 2015. There will be a viewing on Friday, January 23rd at 6:00 pm at the Riverside Funeral Home Chapel, 225 San Mateo Blvd. N.E. A Rosary will follow at 7:00pm. A Mass will be held on Saturday, January 24th at 10:00 am at Holy Spirit Cathedral, 1001 Barelas Rd SW Albuquerque, NM 87102. Please go to www.riversidefunerals.com for full obituary.
Published on: Thu January 22, 2015
ROLLAG, MARION BERNICE Marion "Buddy" Rollag a resident of Albuquerque since 1948, passed away in her sleep on January 17, 2015. She was born May 10, 1927 in Kansas City, KS, daughter of Ben and Mable Cade, deceased. Three sisters predeceased her. She was married to Ole J Rollag, a veterinarian until his death in 2003. She is survived by two sons, Mark (wife Virginia) and Tom; two grandsons, Ben and Ole Jason; and one great-grandson, Nicolas. Buddy lived a full and happy life. She loved her family and many friends and was active in volunteer work. She was a member of Delta Delta Delta sorority, Assistance League of Albuquerque, and St. Stevens Methodist Church. Buddy was a resident of La Vida Llena Retirement Community since the year 2000. Cremation has taken place and Buddy's life will be celebrated on Friday, January 23, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at La Vida Llena Retirement Community, Carter Hall, 10501 Lagrima de Oro Road NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111. Rev. Gerry Lightwine will officiate. Please visit our online guestbook for Buddy at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd. NE 505-843-6333
Published on: Thu January 22, 2015
SANTILLANES, MICHAEL ERIC Age 24, beloved son, brother, and grandson, passed away Monday, January 19, 2015. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on March 5, 1990, and was a resident of Bernalillo, NM. Michael is survived by his loving parents, Richard and Martha Santillanes of Bernalillo, NM; his mother Lisa Hollinger; his brothers, Richard Santillanes and wife Isis Griego, Greg Doss and wife Terra, and Bryant Martin; his sister, Jessica Madrid; his nephews, Richard, Morris, and Noah Santillanes, Salomon and Carlos Rey Madrid, Dominic and Jerimah Doss, Victor and Leyna Sanchez. Also surviving are his paternal grandparents, Tomas and Licha Santillanes, Ed and Lupe Corrette; his maternal grandparents, Joe and Gail Hollinger; and many other loving relatives and friends. Michael will be greatly missed by his loving family and by those whose lives he touched. Visitations will be Friday, January 23, 2015 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services - Alameda Mortuary, 9420 Fourth St. NW. Funeral Services will be conducted Saturday, January 24, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at the Alameda Mortuary Chapel. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Casket Bearers will be Richard Santillanes, Greg Doss, Ronnie Chavez, David Santillanes, Anthony Santillanes, Isaiah Aguilar, and Francisco Toledo. Those whose wish to sign Michael's guest book or share a story, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services ALAMEDA MORTUARY 9420 Fourth St. NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160
Published on: Thu January 22, 2015
SEYMOUR, SHIRLEY ANN Age 70, of Albuquerque, died peacefully at home on January 20, 2015. She was born to the late David and Hattie Smith, May 3, 1944 in Kings Mountain, N.C. Shirley married John Jay Seymour Jr. on April 16, 1965. She then went on to earn her BA with honors in elementary education from High Point University in High Point, N.C. Shirley taught 6th grade at Tyro Elementary in Lexington, N.C. for five years. Upon moving to Albuquerque, NM in 1978, Shirley earned her Masters in adult education from UNM. And soon after, began her 25 year career with Qwest Communications. Shirley was an active member of the LDS Academy Heights Ward. She loved collecting seashells and rocks everywhere she went. She was an avid back packer and a voracious reader. She loved scouring shelves, looking for chicken and rooster items to decorate her kitchen and house. She is survived by her husband of 49 years, John Jay Seymour Jr., retiree of Albuquerque Academy; her daughters Cindy Seymour of Albuquerque, Kari Newport and husband Aaron Newport of Rio Rancho, NM. Shirley doted on her two grandsons Dylan and Hunter Newport of Rio Rancho, NM. She is also survived by her mother-in-law, Maxine Seymour of Albuquerque, and numerous in-laws, nieces and nephews. Shirley was preceded in death by sisters Juanita Reeves, Laura Fulp and brother David Smith Jr. Services to celebrate Shirley's life will take place on Saturday, January 24th, 2015 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints located at 1100 Montano Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made out to the Wounded Warrior Project.
Published on: Thu January 22, 2015
WELLS, FRANK H. PEAVEY II Passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2014. He was born August 7, 1926 in Los Angeles, California. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank H. P. Wells and Helen Mary (Yost) de la Chesnaye, as well as his aunt Mary Drew Peavey Staples and uncle Loring Staples, Sr. He was also preceded in death by his cousins Frederick B. Wells, Jr. and Loring Staples, Jr. He was raised in Excelsior, Minnesota where he played hockey, rode horses, learned to garden and loved the outdoors. He volunteered for the American Field Service in World War II and served as a medic in Burma. Upon his return from service he attended Yale University. He visited Taos in the late forties, he decided to make it his permanent home - having fallen in love with the Sangre de Christo Mountains and the people of New Mexico. He started the Taos Star with John de la Chesnaye which was later sold. During his lifetime he was a member of the Lion's Club in Taos and Tucson, where he served as President, the Kiwanas Club and the Order of the Eagles. He was named an "Unsung Hero" by the Taos News in 2010 for his longtime commitment to community service. He loved skiing (which he continued well into his eighties) hockey, watching sports, listening to a variety of music, from classical to jazz to mariachi. He was an avid reader, especially on the history of New Mexico. He was a gifted writer, who loved the arts, and was a world traveler. He enjoyed good conversation and possessed a wonderful sense of humor. He will truly be missed. He is survived by his children: Frank H. P. Wells III, Mary Penny Shannen (Tom), Katherine Chavez (Dennis), Mary Ann Wells-Williams (Clarence) and Frank Wells IV. He is also survived by his grandchildren and step-grandchildren, both of whom he shared some very close and special relationships. He also had many great-grandchildren in his life. The children of Peavey would like to thank those whose support and kindness was especially meaningful during this difficult time. Donations may be made to the Lion's Club of Taos, C/O Gary Oline, PO Box 1347, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557.
Published on: Thu January 22, 2015
