Newest Obituaries
Reeves -- Howard Reeves, 81, a resident of Belen, NM, died on Wednesday, April 15, 1998 at a local hospital. Mr. Reeves is survived by his son, Charles R. Reeves and wife, Patty of Belen, NM, son, Ronald G. Reeves and wife, Faye of Albuquerque; sister, Louise Gordanier of Magdalena, NM; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. He served with the Company K 194th Glider Infantry during WWII from 1941 to 1945. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. at Sandia Presbyterian Church on Saturday, April 18, 1998. An additional memorial service will be held at Belen Christian Church, time and date are to be announced. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the American Heart Association. 
Published on: Fri April 17, 1998
Rendon -- Mass of Christian burial for Levy W. Rendon will be celebrated this morning at 10:00 a.m. at St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Michael Brasel, Adam Brasel, Matthew Brasel, James Rendon, Michael Connolly and Margo Cortez. Arrangements under the direction of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave., SW. Published on: Fri April 17, 1998
Roybal -- Mr. Leandro J. (Shorty) Roybal, 74, died at his home in Albuquerque on April 15, 1998 after a bout with various illnesses for several years. Mr. Roybal is preceded in death by his parents, Antonio and Rebecca Roybal of El Guique, N.M. He is survived by his beloved wife Clara of 49 years, who nursed him with her love and care until the moment of his passing. Also surviving are four sons, Leonard, Jacob and wife, Alice, Kenny and Larry all of Albuquerque; three daughters, Sandra and husband, Jim, Louella and husband, Robert of Albuquerque and Renee Roybal of Los Angeles, CA. Leandro is also survived by one brother, Eloy Roybal of El Guique, N.M.; grandchildren, Rick and wife, Lori, Conrad, Lisa, Becky, Melanie, Ali, Eli, Kenneth, Christopher and Nicole; great-grandchild, Anthony and one on the way; many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, brothers and sisters-in-law and friends. Leandro was a veteran of World War II having served in the Army. He was an active member of St. Edwins Catholic Church were he was an usher for many years before being permanently disabled three and one half years ago. Leandro was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 953 for about 40 years and was recognized by his co-workers as one of the"Best" crane operators of his time. After early medical retirement, Leandro kept himself busy by maintaining an immaculate garden and yard. He loved to share everything he could harvest with friends and relatives. He was the family"handyman" who was always willing to lend a hand to his relatives, friends and church, no matter how difficult the job. He was a wonderful grandfather and occupied himself by participating in his grandchildren's school projects and activities. Leandro was most loving and kind and will be remembered for his generosity and compassion for others. He will always remain in the hearts of those who were so lucky to know him. In remembrance of Leandro, say a prayer to the Sacred Heart of Jesus while watering and caring for your plants, picking your fruit, cutting your lawn or just simply enjoying nature. Visitation for Mr. Roybal will be this afternoon from 1:00 until 3:00 in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW. A Rosary will be recited this evening at 7:00 at St. Edwins Catholic Church, 2105 Barcelona S.W. with visitation at the church after 6:30. Marvin and Elizabeth Gallegos will recite the Rosary. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday morning at 8:30 a.m. at St. Edwins Church with Father Jose Hernandez, Celebrant and Father Frank Prieto, Con-Celebrant. Final viewing will be at the church from 8:00 until 8:30. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be, Jimmy Medina, Robert Rimbert, Rick Roybal, Eli Medina, Adan Herrera and Max Peralta. Honorary Pallbearers will be, Manuel Herrera, Pete Herrera, Sosimo Herrera, Floyd Herrera, Marvin Gallegos, Loretta Salazar, Chris Salazar and Rosalia Lovato. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW in charge of the arrangements. Published on: Fri April 17, 1998
Ruminski -- Frank Z. Ruminski, beloved husband, father and grandfather, died on Tuesday, April 14, 1998, after a brief illness. He was born in Brooklyn, NY and would have been 84 years on the May 3. Frank is survived by Barbara, his wife of 53 years; son, Richard and friend, Claudia Romero of Albuquerque; son, Ronald and wife, Carol; granddaughters, Katie, Ellen, and Beth, all of Colorado Springs, CO; sisters, Helen DeNault of Bayshore, NY and Florence Szewczyk of Tampa, FL; and numerous longtime friends in Albuquerque. He was a combat veteran of WWII, having served with the 34th Infantry Division in the North African Campaign. Before and after the War, Frank worked for the Civil Service in Washington, DC, in New York City, and in Albuquerque. In 1956, Frank, Barbara, Richard and Ronald left Brooklyn and moved to wonderful Albuquerque and spent many happy years exploring all areas of the city and state with frequent camping trips and picnics. He retired from Civil Service work at Kirtland AFB in 1973. Barbara, since her retirement, had cared for Frank at the family home. After moving to Albuquerque, Frank helped found the Polish-American Club and was very active with Barbara in their folk dancing troop. In later years, as his health failed, Frank's interests centered about following the Lobos and Dukes on the radio, and the company of his family and their pets. Rosary will be recited Thursday, April 16, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas NE. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday, April 17, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of The Assumption Catholic Church, corner of Lomas and Tennessee NE, with Father Michael Cimino, Celebrant. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Published on: Fri April 17, 1998
Sovereign -- Rev. Floyd B. Sovereign died Friday, April 10, in Las Cruces, NM. He was born in Buffalo, NY, the son of Freeman Floyd Sovereign and Carrie Adeline Bradley. He graduated from Lafayette High School and received his B.A. from Houghton College. He earned a Master of Divinity degree from Colgate Rochester Divinity School. In 1944, he married Marie Fearing. He was Pastor of Calvary Evangelical Church in Rochester, NY for three years. He then served the Presbyterian Church in Brazil as an Itinerant Evangelist for nine years, during which time he supervised the building of a church in Blumenau, Santa Catarina. For three years, he taught church history and comparative religions and served as Dean of students in the Presbyterian Seminary of Campinas in the state of Sao Paulo, Brazil. From 1963-1974, he was the full-time Chaplain at Presbyterian Hospital in Albuquerque and served as Interim Pastor at various churches in the Albuquerque area. From 1974 until his retirement in 1984, he was Pastor of Westkirk United Presbyterian Church in Pompano Beach, FL. He was skilled at woodworking and was known for playing the musical saw. Pastor Sovereign is survived by his wife, Marie Sovereign; daughter, Elizabeth Anderson and her husband, Dale of Evergreen, CO; son, Paul Arthur Sovereign and his wife, Cathy of Albuquerque; son, David Bradley Sovereign of San Francisco, CA; a sister, Amy Erbele of Raleigh, NC. A memorial service was held Tuesday, April 14 at 3:00 p.m. in the auditorium of University Terrace Good Samaritan Village of Las Cruces, NM. Memorial gifts may be sent to University Terrace Good Samaritan Village, 3025 Terrace Drive, Las Cruces, NM 88071. Published on: Fri April 17, 1998
Wellborn -- Agnes J. Wellborn, 86, a resident of Albuquerque since 1979 died Tuesday, April 14, 1998. She is survived by her daughter, Mariel Wellborn McConkey and husband, Mike of Albuquerque; sons, Robert Morgan Wellborn Jr. and wife, Patsy of Panama City Beach, FL, and Donald Joseph Wellborn and wife, Gay of Tucumcari, NM; eight grandchildren, Karen Ann Sanford and husband, Fred of Bountiful, UT, Gary Louis Wolz and wife, Alison of Turlock, CA, Captain Robert Marshall Wellborn, US Army, and wife, Coral of Ft. Hauchuca, AZ, Christine Mae Gregas and husband, Mark of Manassas, VA, Joseph Brian Wellborn and wife, Heather of San Mateo, CA, Richard Brent Wellborn and wife, Lisa of Albuquerque, Brenda Kay Wellborn of Washington, D.C. and Eric Homer McConkey and wife, Heather of Manteca, CA; seven great-grandchildren; two brothers, Henry Donald Jones and wife, Naomi of Albuquerque and Eugene Walter Jones and wife, Louise of Fort Worth, TX; nephew, Donald Eugene Jones and wife, Conchita of Las Cruces, NM; niece, Kari Joy Jones of Albuquerque. Mrs. Wellborn first moved to New Mexico from Chickasha, OK in 1928. She attended Highlands University in Las Vegas, known then as New Mexico Normal School. She taught school briefly in Deming and San Jon. Mrs. Wellborn went back to obtain her BA in English in 1960, and then began teaching at Robertson High in Las Vegas where she taught for 10 years. Private services will be held Friday. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Published on: Fri April 17, 1998
Apodaca -- Betty V. Apodaca, 56, a resident of Albuquerque, devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister, passed away Wednesday, April 15, 1998, with her loving family at her side. She is survived by her loving husband, Luis of the family home; one daughter, Brenda; three sons, Louie, Tony and Juan, all of Los Ranchos; grandchildren, Eddie, Carlos, Tony, Jessica, Johnny and Clarrissa Apodaca; one sister, Libby Gutierrez of San Antonio, TX. Betty will always be remembered for her beautiful smile and warm heart, she will be greatly missed. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Friday, April 17, 1998, 10:00 a.m., at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, with the Rev. Fr. Mike Shea as Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Carmel Catholic Cemetery. Casketbearers will be Johnny Apodaca Jr., Carlos Apodaca, Eddie Apodaca, Jimmy Apodaca, David Apodaca and Billy Maestas. Honorary casketbearers Jessica Apodaca, Angel Duran, Joseph Aragon, Cludy Apodaca and Ramon Apodaca. For floral arrangements please call 243-5222. Arrangements under the direction of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW. Published on: Thu April 16, 1998
Archibeque -- A memorial Mass for Leonard A. Archibeque will be celebrated this morning, 10:30 a.m., at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Arrangements under the direction of Garcia Mortuary. Published on: Thu April 16, 1998
Bloomfield -- The family of Florence L. Bloomfield wishes to express their gratitude for the kind expressions of sympathy during their time of need. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE, in charge of arrangements. Published on: Thu April 16, 1998
Chavez -- In Loving Memory of JOHN EDWARD CHAVEZ January 13, 1961 - April 16, 1997One year has gone by, John, but not without endless tears, doubts of faith, desires of revenge, and unanswered questions. We sometimes ask ourselves why? Because we loved you as much as we could while you were alive, and you loved us much more than that. You left us, John, but you did not leave before you helped each of us more than once. You showed unending kindness to us, your family, as well as friends and strangers. We thank God for giving us the time we did have with you, John, but we wanted more. It is still too difficult to say goodbye, but through the strength of our families and God, we have become stronger and will continue to live for your daughter because through her we still have a part of you. We will always love you, John. Your Family Published on: Thu April 16, 1998