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LUJAN -- Moises Lujan was born May 15, 1926 and passed away June 25, 2008. Arrangements in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 764-9663 
Published on: Thu July 03, 2008
LUNA -- Fidel S. Luna Sr., 67, was called home to the Lord July 1, 2008. Fidel was born in Bonus, Texas to Jose and Juanita Luna Sr. He loved playing, coaching and umpiring baseball games. He was a parishioner of Queen of Heaven Catholic Church and helped with the Thunderbird Little League and retired from the United State Postal Services. He loved being outdoors and spending time with his family. Fidel is preceded in death by his parents; daughter Nora Stahulak; son Israel Luna Sr.; and brother Jessie Luna. He is survived by his loving wife Adela Luna; children Cynthia Rosas and husband Robert, Rachel Lucero and husband Peter, Evangeline Mclean and husband Omar Lucero, Michael Luna and wife Monica, James Luna, Fidel Luna Jr. and wife Bronwyn, Julie Montoya, Donna Montoya, Dianne Montoya; and son-in-law Robert Stahulak; 20 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Also surviving siblings Leon Luna and wife Cecilia, Frances Coronado, Jose Luna Jr. and wife Frances, Maria Conception Franco and husband Roselio, Rudy Luna and wife Lucia, Johnny Luna, Epifania Moncado and husband Baltazar, A. Ruben Luna and wife Stella. He will be greatly missed by his loving family. Visitations will be held on Friday, July 4, 2008 from 12:00pm to 3:00pm at Daniels Family Funeral Services Carlisle Chapel. A Rosary will be recited Saturday morning, July 5, 2008 at 9:30 am at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church with Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 10:00am. Burial will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Matthew Luna, John Lucero, Adrian Vallejos, Domingo Coronado Jr., Jaime Luna Jr., and Leonard Trujillo. Honorary pallbearers will be Lorenzo Womack, David Stahulak, Ryan Stahulak, Israel Luna Jr., James Luna Jr., Noel Lucero, Justin Peltz, and Jacob Peltz. Funeral services are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 3113 Carlisle Blvd, NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 505-884-1188 www.danielsfuneral.com Published on: Thu July 03, 2008
LUTJE -- Roger W. Lutje of Placitas, NM and Pinedale, WY passed away June 28, 2008 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was surrounded by family and friends. Roger was born May 17, 1946 in Palo Alto, CA to Wilma and Allain Lutje, he was preceded in death by his parents and brother, George. He is survived by his wife, Nancy; daughter, Alexandria; and granddaughter, Raquel of the home; son, James of Albuquerque; sister-in-law, Terrie Fisher; and nephew, Austin Fisher of Scottsdale, AZ. Roger served in the Navy during Vietnam. His love of golf and travel took him many places. Roger also loved a good party. Roger owned his company for 30 years. A Celebration of Life will take place July 26, 2008 at the home 4:00 p.m. We would like to thank Dr. Barbara McAneny, Renee, Jan, and Shannon for their loving and professional care during his illness. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the New Mexico Cancer Center Foundation, 4901 Lang Ave. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109 Published on: Thu July 03, 2008
MARTINEZ -- Eugenio Martinez, 77, resident of Albuquerque, passed away Monday, June 30, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Silveria Martinez; son, Eugene T. Martinez, Jr. and wife, Libby; daughters, Barbara J. Zon and Carl Nard, and Margaret Martinez and Randy Echavarria; granddaughters, Gwendolyn Zon and Jennifer Martinez; grandsons, Robert J. and Eugene C. Martinez, III; great-grandson, Joshua Soto; brother, David Quintana and wife, Frances; sisters, Delia Quintana, Marie McAllister and husband, Mark; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by son, Robert K. Martinez; mother, Agneda Quintana; sisters, Consuelo Castillo and Rosaline Martinez. Eugenio was raised in Pecos and Upper Colonias, NM. He joined the Air Force in 1949, and served during the Korean Comflict. After leaving active duty, he worked as a civil servant at Kirtland Air Force Base for 38 years. He worked for the atomic energy commission as a guard, for the USAF as a meat cutter, and for the 1606th Transport Squadron as a mechanic doing vehicle maintenance. He also was a Union Steward for the employees at Kirtland. Eugenio was a part-time farmer and rancher and enjoyed the forest and the high country, mountains, rivers, and streams. He loved to hunt, fish, play the guitar and violin, and sing with his friends and family. He also cut hair in the military for the troops and has been cutting hair for friends and family since. Eugenio loved to socialize and spend time with people. He will be remembered as a hard worker and wonderful husband, father, grandfather and brother. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, July 2, 2008, 6:30 p.m,. at French Mortuary, University Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, July 3, 2008, 9:30 a.m., at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1818 Coal Pl SE. Rick Castillo, Michael L. Lucero, Robert J. Martinez, Eugene C. Martinez, Robert Baca, and Randy E. Snyder will serve as pallbearers and Nerio Roybal, Arcy Vigil, Carl Nard, Ray Sandoval, Michael Castillo, and Tony Castillo as honorary pallbearers. Interment will follow at St. Anthony Cemetery in Pecos, NM. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com Published on: Thu July 03, 2008
MCDONALD -- Amanda McDonald, 23, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Saturday, June 29, 2008. She is survived by her children, Raelynn Garduno and Eddie Garduno; mother, Abby McDonald; brothers, Christian McDonald, Adrian McDonald and Nathan McDonald; sister, Katie McDonald; grandmother, Bertha Howell; boyfriend, Joseph "Markey" Dye and his family; and many many loving uncles, aunts, cousins and friends. Amanda was preceded in death by her father, Wayne McDonald; grandparents, Sadie and Rusty McDonald. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, July 2, 2008, 7:00 p.m., at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, 9502 4th St. NW. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, July 3, 2008, 9:00 a.m., at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. Entombment will take place at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. In her short life, Amanda had many passions. Among them were camping, fishing, dancing, music, and the ability to help people less fortunate than herself. The simple pleasures brought her the greatest joys of her life. She was also a wonderful loving aunt. Pallbearers will be Michael Morris, Juan Trujillo, Josh Trujillo, Billy Rigo, Larry McDonald, Jr. and Jason McDonald. Honorary Pallbearers will be Michael Lucero and David Gallion. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com Published on: Thu July 03, 2008
MENGHI -- Michael. Staff Sergeant Michael J. Menghi, 26, a member of the US Air Force of Albuquerque, and formerly of Wilmington, NC, passed away on, Sunday, June 29, 2008 near Madrid, NM. He is survived by his mother, Patricia Menghi of Albuquerque; daughter, Isabella A. Menghi, of Albuquerque; sister, Christine Ann Menghi and husband, Gary C. Davis; nieces, Elizabeth Davis and Breanna Davis; very loving aunts and uncles, and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Michael Joseph Menghi; and a sister, Annie Menghi. He was born on Friday, June 11, 1982 in Wilmington, NC and graduated from Laney High School, class of 2000. In 2000, he enlisted in the United States Air Force and was stationed in several areas prior to coming to his current duty assignment, Kirtland Air Force Base. A visitation will be held on Thursday, July 3, 2008 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, University Chapel. Funeral Services will be 10:00 a.m., on Monday, July 7, 2008 at Sea Lawn Memorial Park in Hampstead, NC. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com Published on: Thu July 03, 2008
MORGAN -- Alice Morgan, 74, passed away on July 2, 2008. Arrangements are being entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd, NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010 www.danielsfuneral.com Published on: Thu July 03, 2008
ORDONEZ -- Martha Ordonez, 85, passed away peacefully at home with her children around her on June 30, 2008. She is preceded in death by her brother, Frank; her husband, Fernando; and her mother, Anita. She is survived by her children Christine Apodaca and husband Toman, Dr. Robert Ordonez and wife Gloria, Edward Ordonez and wife Anita, and William Chavez and wife Lupe; nine grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews whom she helped to raise and care for. She will be greatly missed by all who loved her. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place Thursday July 3, 2008 at Our Lady of Guadalupe at 9:00 a.m. Serving as pallbearers will be Leonard Apodaca, Miguel Apodaca, Roger Apodaca, Shawn Ordonez, Bobby Ordonez, and Eddie Ordonez. Honorary pallbearer will be Chirstopher Ordonez. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124 Published on: Thu July 03, 2008
SANCHEZ-LOPEZ -- Lucy Sanchez-Lopez went to be with her Lord on Monday, June 30, 2008 with her family and special friends, Gloria and Ruth, at her bedside. Lucy was born October 27, 1947. She is survived by her two children, Arthur Archuleta and wife, Carol, from Farmington, NM, and Loretta Gonzales from Bernalillo, NM. She is also survived by her brother, Richard H. Lopez; and by her sister, Maria Beatrice Sanchez; her grandchildren, Michael Lake and wife, Renee, and Christina Lake; her great-grandchildren, Shane, Ashleigh, Alyssa, Joshua, Angel, Kayla, and Jasmin; her two uncles, Francisco S. Sanchez and wife, Connie, from Fort Worth, TX, and Leo Lopez and wife, Carla, from Edgewood, NM; her three aunts, Carolina Saiz from Tijeras, NM, Vickie Garcia and husband, Roman, from Carnuel, NM, and Mela L. Baca and husband, Raymond, from Albuquerque; as well as by numerous beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, and many cherished friends. Lucy was a beautiful Christian and loved the Lord. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. She was a blessing to all who knew her. Services will be announced at a later date. Services provided by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St, NW, ABQ, NM, 87107. 343-8008 Published on: Thu July 03, 2008
SANDOVAL -- Mary Helen Sandoval, 69, passed away Monday, June 30. Mary is survived by her sons, Mike and John Trujillo. Mass will be Thursday 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Bosque Farms, with Burial following at Pajarito Cemetery. Online condolences: Reflectionoflife.com. The Salazar family of: REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations 2400 Washington Street NE 884-5777 Published on: Thu July 03, 2008