Newest Obituaries
Padilla -- Mr. Sam J. (El Beauty) Padilla died November 28, 1999. He was born August 14, 1905 in the Barrio of San Jose-Albuquerque. Mr. Padilla was a veteran of the U.S.A. Armed Forces. Sammy Boy was the son of Abel and Lupita Padilla and was preceded in death by his brother, Sgt. Gilly Padilla, who died August of this year, and his brother, Tony S. Padilla in 1984. His daughter, Dolores Padilla Rubio died in 1990 in California; her son, Vincent Apodaca died in 1997 and left him three great-grandchildren in California. Mr. Padilla is survived by his daughter, Mary Helen Padilla Phillips of Simi Valley, CA; son-in-law, Eugene Phillips; grandchildren, Jimmy, Scott, Steve and Tim Phillips; granddaughters, Judy Arvizo and Amber Endreoda; 21 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. He is also survived by many nephew, nieces, and close relatives in Albuquerque, California and Oregon. His body is to be buried in San Jose Cemetery next to his family members. God Bless our Uncle Sam. Funeral services for Mr. Padilla will be held on Friday at the San Jose Catholic Church, where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the San Jose Cemetery. A Rosary for Mr. Padilla will be recited on Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. with visitation beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW. 
Published on: Wed December 01, 1999
Pena -- Jacob Jason Pena, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Sunday, November 28, 1999, at the age of 22. He is survived by his loving family that will miss him dearly, his parents, Jake and Iesha Pena; sisters, Audrey Pena Chavez and husband, Mike, and Iesha Danielle; fiancee, Jessica Herrera; son, Jason Jacob; grandparents, Perfil and Flora Lopez; grandmother, Irene R. Garcia; aunts and uncles, Lorraine and Benny Arana, Barbara and Rick Marquez, Jenny Torres, Rick and Mary Lopez, all of Albuquerque, Sally R. Garcia, Monche and Carol Garcia, Juan and Yvonne Aguilar, Rick Garcia, Jose Garcia, Robert Bajarano, Irene and Tony Valencia, Leo and Juanita Aguilar, Tony Aguilar, Jesse and Patricia Aguilar, Rose and Mike Sanchez, David and Sandra Aguilar, Isabel Aguilar, and Rachel and Gilbert Valenzuela, all of Phoenix, AZ; and many loving cousins and friends. Funeral services for Jacob will be held on Thursday at the Holy Family Catholic Church, where the Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Benny Arana, Vince Rodriguez, Donald Rodriguez, Adrian Lopez, Joseph Marquez and Ricky Lopez. Honorary pallbearers will be Michael Sanchez, Johnny Lopez, James Griego, and Michael Saavedra. Visitation for Jacob will be held on Wednesday, from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., in the mortuary chapel. A Rosary will be recited on Wednesday evening, 7:00 p.m., at the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW. Published on: Wed December 01, 1999
Saavedra -- Mr. Efren C. Saavedra, 75, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on November 29, 1999. Mr. Saavedra was the beloved husband of 53 years to Mrs. Rosella Anaya-Saavedra. He is also survived by five sons, Ruben Saavedra, Efren Saavedra Jr., Richard Saavedra, Paul Saavedra, and Anthony Saavedra and wife, Jennifer; a daughter-in-law, Kathy Saavedra; two sisters, Erna Muniz and husband, Jacinto and Carmen Chavez and husband, Ruben; a brother, Isaac Saavedra; a very special niece, Becky Carrillo; 12 grandchildren, Ruben Jr., Robbie, Richie, Samantha, Clyde, Brittny, Chloe, Savannah, Mackie, Ashley, Cassie and Nickel; five great-grandchildren, Justine, Shyann, Gus, Audrey and Elias; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Marcelino and Elena Saavedra; a son, Sammy Saavedra; brother, Robert Saavedra; and a sister, Braulia Contreras. Mr. Saavedra was a member of the Catholic Church, veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in World War II, a member of the American Veterans Post #7, owner of Efren and Sons Sand and Gravel, past board member of Westland Development Corporation. Efren dedicated his life to his beautiful wife and children. A Rosary will be recited Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, with visitation after 6:30 p.m. Gabriella Nieto, reciting. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday morning, 10:00 a.m., at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW, with visitation at the church after 9:30 a.m. Father Larry, Celebrant. Interment will follow at the San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ruben Saavedra Jr., Robbie Saavedra, Clyde Saavedra, Richie Saavedra, Ruben Chavez and Jacinto Muniz. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements. Published on: Wed December 01, 1999
Sanchez -- Rev. Joseph Eloy Sanchez entered into eternal life Wednesday, November 24. Born June 7, 1927 in Albuquerque. Ordained June 15, 1960. Survived by his sister, Audrey Sanchez of Albuquerque. Before studying for the priesthood, he served two years in the U.S. Marine Corps during WWII. After the war, attended Loyola University in New Orleans and Spring Hill College, Mobile, AL. Graduated from St. Louis University School of Divinity with an STL degree in theology. He later received a MA degree in theology from the University of San Francisco. Father served at Sacred Heart Church, St. Thomas More, and Holy Angels' parishes. Since 1980, his ministry was devoted exclusively to the sick and aged at San Francisco General Hospital and St. Anne's Home, where he served as Chaplin for the past ten years. Father is very much appreciated by the Little Sisters for his understanding of the elderly and suffering. Memorial services will be at Our Lady of Belen Church, Saturday, December 4 at 12:00 noon. Published on: Wed December 01, 1999
Schoolcraft -- Jarvis"Rusty" Schoolcraft, a resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, November 28, 1999. He is survived by his son, Jason Edward Schoolcraft and wife, Roberta; grandchildren, Jason Edward Jr. and Jessica LeeAnn, both of Albuquerque; his parents, Edward and Eva Schoolcraft; and sister, Yvonne Eilene Schoolcraft, all of Albuquerque. Jarvis graduated from Del Norte High, where he was a three sport letterman for the Knights. He later attended the University of New Mexico. He was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Union #611 and was a graduate to the Electrical Apprentice Program. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Mass will be said at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5311 Phoenix NE, Wednesday, December 1, 1999, at 11:00 a.m. Interment of cremains will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Arrangements by Aspen Funeral Alternatives, 1935 Juan Tabo NE. Published on: Wed December 01, 1999
Shoden -- John C. Shoden, 76, passed away at his daughter's home in Albuquerque on November 27, 1999. Mr. Shoden was born in Benton Harbor, Michigan in 1922, the first child of Louella and Clarence Shoden. He enlisted in the Marine Corps as a combat aviator and served with honor and distinction during World War II and the Korean Conflict. After the war, he completed his college studies at the University of Maryland. Fro 1964 to 1967, the Navy appointed him to the post of Assistant Naval Attache in Bonn, Germany. He retired from military service in 1967 in the rank of Lt. Colonel. He later was employed by American Airlines as a flight instructor and engaged in residential contracting prior to moving to Albuquerque in 1987. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jan in 1983; and by a brother, Dick Shoden. Mr. Shoden is survived by two daughters, Melinda Davis and husband, Chip and their children, Lauren, Todd, and Erica, and Rebecca Shoden and husband, Larry Ollason and their children, Steve and Jack; and by a son, John Shoden and wife, Shana and their children, Megan and Katherine. A Memorial service is scheduled for 6:00 p.m., Friday, December 3, 1999, at Chapel of Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Chaplain Lt. Col. Larry E. Wills, USAF (Ret.) officiating and with eulogy by Hugh Kirkle. Inurnment will be beside his wife in Quantico, VA at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Vista Care Hospice, 8804 Washington NE, Suite C, Albuquerque, NM 87113 or Make-A-Wish Foundation of New Mexico, 5301 Central Avenue NE, Suite 203, Albuquerque, NM 87108. Published on: Wed December 01, 1999
Swartz -- Christopher Michael Swartz, Jr., was born Wednesday, November 24, 1999, and went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 24, 1999. He is survived by parents, Christopher and Christa Swartz; sister, Michaela Swartz; grandparents, Larry and Denise Shirley and Harry and Sharon Swartz. We love you and will miss you. God will hold you in His arms while we are apart. Services will be held Thursday, 11:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Michael Wesley officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Published on: Wed December 01, 1999
Vargas -- The family of Mr. Rey"Squinkie" Gilbert Vargas wishes to thank all their relatives and friends who were in attendance of the Rosary and Funeral services for Rey. They would also like to express their gratitude for all the love, care and compassion that has been shown to them. Arrangements by the Salazar and Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW. Published on: Wed December 01, 1999
Baros -- Mrs. Nora E. Baros, 43, a resident of Albuquerque, born in Las Vegas, New Mexico, passed away on November 27, 1999. Mrs. Baros was the beloved wife of 15 years to Augustin Baros. She is also survived by one daughter, Patricia Baros; two sons, Andres Baca and Lawrence Baros; her parents, Ramon and Lugarda Trujillo; six sisters, Helen Olivas and husband, Julian, Dolores Jiron and husband, William, Mary Ann Gonzales, Rita Bulger and husband, Leon, Marcella Bartley and husband, Robert and Lucy Lopez and husband, Jesus; three brothers, Ray Trujillo, Michael Trujillo and wife, Patricia and David Trujillo; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Baros was a member of the Catholic Church and graduated from West Las Vegas High School. A Rosary will be recited Tuesday evening, 7:00 p.m., at St. Edwins Catholic Church, 2105 Barcelona Rd. SW, with visitation at the church after 6:30 p.m. Julian Olivas, reciting. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday morning, 10:00 a.m., at St. Edwins Church with final viewing at the church after 9:30 a.m. Father Hernandez, Celebrant. Pallbearers will be Ray Trujillo, Michael Trujillo, Dave Trujillo, Andres Baca, Steven Trujillo and Robert Bartley. Private disposition will take place. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements. Published on: Tue November 30, 1999
Beserra -- Mr. Frank Beserra, longtime resident and political leader of Albuquerque, passed away on Sunday, November 28, 1999. A Rosary is being held on Tuesday, November 30, 7:00 p.m., at Sacred Heart Church, 4th and Stover SW. Internment services are scheduled for Wednesday, December 1, 9:30 a.m., at National Cemetery in Santa Fe. Mr. Beserra is survived by his wife, Beatrice; his sons, Frank Beserra Jr. from Washington, DC, Rudy and Lois Beserra from Atlanta, GA, Carlos and Angie Beserra of San Antonio, TX; four granddaughters, Andreaa Bencomo, Nicole Beserra, Alana and Olivia Beserra; and two sisters, Ruth Griego, Lanny Apodaca and her husband, Richard. Mr. Beserra was a veteran of World War II, a life member of the American Legion, and former Commander of Post 13. He also served as a member of the Model Cities Board. Mr. Beserra, through his actions, instilled in us to always be proud of who we are and where we are from. The Beserra family would like everyone to know that the comfort and support that all our family and friends have given us during the past week is very much appreciated. Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW, 343-8008. Published on: Tue November 30, 1999