Newest Obituaries
SEARS -- Robert Donald Sears, 73, a resident of Albuquerque, NM. since 1994 passed away on November 2, 2009. He is survived by his wife JoAnn of 51 years; his sons Robert Sears of Albuquerque, NM, and Stephen Sears and wife Catherine of Campbell CA; grandchildren Shauna Dye and Eric Dye of Reno NV, and Sara Sears, Justin Sears and Madison Sears of Campbell CA. Robert was preceded in death by his mother Evelyn; father Walter; and daughter Debra Ann. He was a long time employee at Lockheed Palo Alto Research Laboratories. He was a loving father and grandfather that will be dearly missed. 
Published on: Sat November 07, 2009
SPREACKER -- Kyle A. Spreacker, age 92, was born in Nehawka, Nebraska on June 18, 1917. He was a resident of Albuquerque since 1948, and went to be with the Lord on November 3, 2009. He is survived by his beloved wife, Aletha; and four sons, Gary (Carola) of Roswell, NM, Craig (Cindy) of Albuquerque, NM, Michael (Esther) of Pasco, WA, and Marlin of Albuquerque, NM; and also by multiple grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Kyle served nearly three years in the armed services. Kyle and Aletha were married 67 years. Kyle worked 30 years for PNM of Albuquerque, NM, and was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. Cremation has taken place and a celebration of Kyle's life will take place at Hoffmantown Baptist Church on Saturday, November 7, 2009, at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Hospice of the Sandias, 105 Hospital Loop NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109-2115, (505) 881-5342 or to your favorite charity. Please visit our online guestbook for Kyle at www.RememberTheirStory.com. French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 Published on: Sat November 07, 2009
VALENZUELA -- John Valenzuela. The family of John Valenzuela thanks their many friends and relatives whose sympathy and thoughtfulness will always be remembered and deeply appreciated. RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663 Published on: Sat November 07, 2009
BANDONI -- Joseph John Bandoni (Beppe) a life long resident of Albuquerque went to his heavenly home to be with the Lord on November 3, 2009. Joseph was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. He is survived by his wife Frances; his children Vivian Summey and husband Richard of Dallas, TX, Gail Corondoni and husband Chris of Burbank, CA, David Smithson, Les Smithson and wife Kristine of Kennesaw, GA, Debra Johansson and husband Peter, and Anna Ahlgren; grandchildren Joshua Summey and wife Erin, Andrew Summey and wife Carla, Timothy Summey and wife Rachel, Alexander Corondoni, Isabelle Rothbard and husband Bill, Vivian Janzen and husband David, Melissa Katerman and husband Jason, Jonathan Brothers, Jason Smithson, Amanda Giannini, Jennifer Duffy and husband Eduardo, Stephanie Morales and husband Nicolas, Bryan Smithson, Kimberly Brothers, Jacob Giannini, Sara Ahlgren and Steven Ahlgren; great-grandchildren Benjamin, Noam, Eden, Liora, Luke, Lowell, Isabella, and Lola. Joseph was preceded in death by his grandson Richard. Joseph served his country in the Philippines during WWII and survived the Bataan Death March. Joseph's joys in life were his beloved family, his many friends and his devotion to the Catholic Church. He will be especially remembered for the way he contributed his time and talent to help whenever needed. A Rosary will be recited Friday, November 6, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. at Salazar and Sons Mortuary. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday, November 7, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Parish. A private interment will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements by: Salazar and Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW Published on: Fri November 06, 2009
BOOTHE -- Lydia Carr Boothe, passed away on November 1, 2009 in Albuquerque, NM. She was born to Horace and Jeanne Carr in New Orleans, LA. Lily devoted her life to her family and God; her courage and faith inspired all who knew her. She was an avid gardener and loved to travel, and a true southern lady. She will be dearly missed by all of her family and friends. Lydia is survived by her husband, Frank Boothe Sr.; and their children, Frank Boothe Jr., William Boothe and wife Joanna, Steve Boothe, Elena Crenshaw and husband, Chris, Alysan Boothe Collins and husband, Parrish; grandchildren, Trey Boothe, Christina Boothe, Jessica Boothe, Stephanie Boothe, Melissa Boothe, Morgan Boothe, Hayden Collins, Kristen Crenshaw, Brennan Collins, Caroline Boothe, Cody Crenshaw and Isabel Collins. The Recitation of the Most Holy Rosary will be held on Saturday, November 7, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. and the Mass of Christian Burial will immediately follow the rosary at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Chruch, 4020 Lomas, NE with Monsignor Francis X. Eggert as the Celebrant. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers the family request that memorial donations be made to Catholic Charities, 6001 Marble, NE Albuquerque, NM 87110, (505) 724-4600. French 9300 Golf Course Road (505) 897-0300 Published on: Fri November 06, 2009
DIAZ -- Willie Diaz, age 63, a beloved husband, brother and uncle, went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, November 3, 2009. He was born on September 19, 1946 in Alcade, NM to the late Maria and Juan Diaz. Willie is survived by his loving wife of 27 years, Rose Diaz; a son Michael Diaz; and his sister, Annabel Maestas and husband Armando; and other numerous relatives and a host of friends. Willie will be greatly missed by all. Visitations will be Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services-Alameda Mortuary. A Rosary will be recited Friday at 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday at 11:00 a.m. also at the Church. Interment will follow at the Placitas' Catholic Cemetery. Casket Bearers will be Raymond Aragon, Paul R. Aragon, Raul Aragon, Reno Aragon, Henry Rivera, and Fernando Jiron. Honorary Bearers will be Paul P. Aragon, Julio Aragon, Anthony Aragon, Armando Maestas, Alex Aragon, Joseph Aragon, Michael Aragon, Roger Gallegos, Christopher Gallegos, Phillip Valverde, Freddy Trujillo, Leonard Dominguez, Martin Gutierrez, Isaiah Salas and Alex Chavez. Those who wish to express their condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. Willie's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth Street NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160 Published on: Fri November 06, 2009
FOX -- Dale H. Fox, 76, went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, November 3, 2009. Born in Port Huron, MI, he moved to Albuquerque, NM in 1970. He is survived by his wife of 35 years Luana; children, Carrie Diedrich and husband Bill, Jeff Fox and wife Deena, Brenda Satar, Mike Hendricks and wife Nancy, Tim Fox and wife Julia, Mark Hendricks and wife Sunnee and Jill Griggs and husband Donald. Dale is also survived by his brother, Gary Fox and wife Evi; brother-in-law Larry Strickland and wife Sheriece; grandchildren, Brian Diedrich and wife Ashleigh, Kristi Diedrich, Mollie Brown and husband Jake, Chris Satar, Jacob Fox, Isaac Fox, Jason Fox, Jaeden Hendricks, Railee Hendricks, Hannah Williams, Jonathon Fox, Hans Hendricks, Ashley Fox, Heather Fox and Emma Griggs; great-grandchildren Landon and Bristol and many other family and friends. He was master and companion to Murphy, his loving and faithful Lhaso Apso. Mr. Fox served in the US Air Force, 98th Air Refueling Squadron, managed shoe stores and department stores, designed and manufactured shoes, designed and manufactured clothing and bootjack. He was a designer and manufacturer of furniture and doors, land developer and house flipper - extraordinaire, designer and manufacturer of a loving family and community of friends. He was also Mens Leather Clothing Designer of the year in 1978, Autumn Wood Furniture and Door/Fox Manufacturing owner/partner with stores in Albuquerque, Santa Fe and Las Cruces specializing in custom woodwork from 1974 to the present. He was New Mexico Small Business Person of the Year in 1992, National Blue Chip Award for overcoming adversity in business also in 1992, Albuquerque Mover and Shaker in 1993, Albuquerque Mayoral Candidate in 1993, opened first free-standing shoe store in the U.S., the ultimate salesman all through his life - "always round up!", mentor, entrepreneur, and community advocate (and rebel rouser). He was a founding member of the Crossroads Baptist Church in Denver, CO, and actively envolved member of New Covenant Church, team member on mission trips to El Salvador to build houses and build relationships with the people, master door greeter and hugger at New Covenant Church as well. This loving, tough, caring, cranky, strong, intimidating, faithful father and friend, proud grandfather and gentle giant never realized the impact he had on those he met. Dale was a vicious warrior against cancer for 18 years forever ready for the next step, cure or hope to prolong his life with his family and friends. God allowed him to not be intimidated, to live life to the fullest and never be afraid of a challenge. He ALWAYS saw the potential in every opportunity. The value of his belief in God, his family and his friends along with the open-door policy he kept at his home defined his life. He taught us to never forget the importance of family. A special thanks for the loving care and support as shown by the staff at the Heart Hospital and Dr Harvey White, Dr Tim Lopez and Dr Natalie Marshall. Services will be held Friday, November 6, 2009, 10:00 a.m., at New Covenant Church, 7201 Paseo Del Norte NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary at 7121 Wyoming Blvd NE, Thursday, November 5, 2009, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.. Memorial contributions may be to New Covenant Church for Missions at 7201 Paseo Del Norte NE Alb., NM 87113 or The United Blood Services 1515 University Blvd NE 87110. Please visit our online guestbook for Dale at www.RememberTheirStory.com. French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 505-823-9400 Published on: Fri November 06, 2009
FRANCHINI -- Gene Edward Franchini, 74, was born in May 19, 1935 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Gene passed away on Wednesday, November 4, 2009 while giving a lecture to UNM 1st year law students. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mario and Lena Franchini; and his daughter, Lori Franchini Basham. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Glynnie Franchini; son, Joseph (Jamie) Elias and wife, Carla Wersonick; daughters, Pamela Trent, Nancy Franchini and husband, Jim Edgcomb, Gina Franchini and husband, Eddie Landis; and eight grandchildren, including his most precious Rebecca; and his brother, Jim Franchini. He is survived by many, many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Gene attended St. Mary's grade and high school, Loyola University of the South, New Orleans, Louisiana, received BBA degree from the University of New Mexico, Anderson School of Business, JD degree from Georgetown University in Washington DE and an LLM degree from the University of Virginia. He was admitted to practice in 1960 and would have celebrated next year his 50th anniversary in the field he so loved. Gene spent 32 years as a trial lawyer, six years as a District Judge and 12 years on the New Mexico Supreme Court. He was presiding judge of the Second Judicial District 1978-1979 and Chief Justice 1997-1998. While serving as Chief Justice of the New Mexico Supreme Court, he was elected by the National Conference of Chief Justices as Second Vice-President of their Board of Directors. During his career, he served as Chairman of the Personnel Board for the Labor Relations Board and Interim Board of Ethics of the City of Albuquerque. He lectured annually at the University of New Mexico School of Law and was active in the New Mexico and Albuquerque Bar Associations. He was the first president of the New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association. He received a number of awards over the years including the Albuquerque Bar Outstanding Judge Award in 1997 and the New Mexico Bar Pioneer award in 1998. In 2003 he received the Seth Montgomery Distinguished Judicial Service Award from the State Bar of New Mexico. In 2004 he received the Golden Gavel Award from the National High School Mock Trial Championship, Inc. He was Chairman of the Client Protection Task Force of the New Mexico Bar Association in 2009 and was inducted into the Anderson School of Management Hall of Fame in 2008. His history also includes: Staff Judge Advocate, New Mexico Air National Guard, Member Board of Directors of the Albuquerque Bar Association, Chairman Personnel Board for the City of Albuquerque, Chairman Labor Relations Board, Chairman Interim Board of Ethics, Co-chairman New Mexico Medical-Legal Board, Chairman Board of Trustees for Heights General Hospital, Member and Legal Counsel for the Board of Directors of Southwest Distributing Company. He was a member of the following: New Mexico Bar Association, Albuquerque Bar Association, New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association, American Board of Trial Advocates, New Mexico American Inn of Court, Liaison Justice for the New Mexico Board of Bar Examiners, Co-Chairman of New Mexico Commission of Professionalism. After retiring from the New Mexico Supreme Court on December 31, 2002, he continued his love of law by doing mediations and arbitrations. As an appellate justice, he authored over 160 and participated in over 425 published opinions. The Recitation of the Most Holy Rosary will be held Friday, November 6, 2009, 7:00 p.m., and the Mass will be Saturday, November 7, 9:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Fatima, 4020 Lomas, NE with Monsignor Luchin Hendren. Burial will follow at Gate of Heaven. In lieu of flowers the family request that memorial donations be made to Center of Civic Values, P.O. Box 2184, Albuquerque, NM 87103 or a charity of your choice. Please visit our online guestbook for Gene at www.RememberTheirStory.com. French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 Published on: Fri November 06, 2009
FRANCO -- Luis H. Franco In Loving Memory. August 19, 1935 to November 6, 1995. Someone once said, "You were a prince among men.", and that you were! Your humor, easy spirit and generosity will be forever missed. We miss you Husband, Dad, Grandpa, and Friend. Published on: Fri November 06, 2009
FULLERTON -- Gary E. Fullerton, 71, a resident of Los Lunas, NM passed away on November 4, 2009. Mr. Fullerton is survived by his beloved wife of 12 years, Mrs. Margie Fullerton; his children, Terri Lynch and husband, Charlie, Mary Kathyrn Carrell and Julie Schimmel and husband, Mike; his stepchildren, James Dunlop and wife, Karen, Ted Dunlop, Florence Frazier and husband Mitch, Randy Dunlop and wife, Daisy and Frank Escerno; his sister, Claudia Nunes and husband Richard; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mr. Fullerton retired for the United States Navy; he was Chief Pettie Officer/Journalist serving during the Vietnam War; and the commander of Post #85 in Los Lunas, NM. Family requests that in lieu of flowers that contributions be made to Mrs. Margie Fullerton. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861 www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com Published on: Fri November 06, 2009