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Obituary for ROOKS


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Wednesday December 06, 2006

Ronald Lee Rooks, longtime resident of Albuquerque, NM, died August 16, 2006 at the age of 49. He is survived by his mother, Maxine Chavez; step-father, Del Chavez; his sons, Christian, Jeremy, and Jonathan; his daughter, Brandi (who preceded him in death); his sisters, Marilyn (who preceded him in death), Renee, Loretta, and Kimberly (Chiquita); his brothers, Michael and wife, Maria, James and wife, Stella; and many nieces, nephews, and relatives. Honorary Pallbearers: Chris Rooks, Santiago Rooks, Daniel Rooks, Dominic Rooks, Joseph Padilla, and Anthony Griego. Rosary and Memorial Service will be held on December 7, 2006 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Santa Maria De La Paz Church, at 11 College Dr., in Santa Fe, NM. Interment will be at 1:00 p.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. There will be a reception following interment at the Santa Maria De La Paz Church.