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SANTILLANES, JOSE FLAVIO FATHER passed away peacefully on Friday, March 6, 2015 with his loving family at his side. He went to join his Lord during the Lenten season just about two weeks shy of celebrating his 75 birthday. He was born in Lemitar, NM on March 21, 1940 to Manuel Lucario and Genoveva Andrea (Garcia) Santillanes. He proudly served in the United States Army and retired as a Lt. Colonel Chaplain after over 30 years of distinguished service. Flavio led a very robust, devoted, loving and giving life. He faithfully served the Lord and served many different Catholic communities in New Mexico as Parish Priest. Flavio's devotion to his Lord, his faith, family, friends, ministry and service was resilient. He loved to travel, dance, watch movies with his sister, and listen to Spanish music. He had a great sense of humor and you never saw Father Flavio without a welcoming smile on his face. He genuinely loved people. Flavio enjoyed and grinned with joy from ear to ear over his pineapple upside cake and maple syrup and peanut butter pancakes. He was preceded in death by his beloved parents, and his baby sister, Josephine. Father Flavio is survived by his loving sister, Helen Barber and husband, Richard; his nieces, Tina Marie Barber; Lisa Anne Barber; and Cynthia Louise Arizmendi; his nephew, Richard Manuel Barber; his devoted cousin, Albert Garcia; and many other loving family members, friends, and brothers and sisters in Faith. Flavio enjoyed his great-nieces and nephews, Michael; Patricia; Matthew; Natalie; Genevieve; Feliciano; Josephina; and Antonio. A Reception of the body will be held on Tuesday, March 10, 2015 at La Sagrada Familia Church in Lemitar from 1:00pm until 6:00pm followed by the Vigil with the Holy Rosary being recited at 7:00pm at the San Miguel Catholic Church, 403 El Camino Real, Socorro. The Mass of Christian Burial and Resurrection will be celebrated on Wednesday, March 11, 2015 at 10:00 am at the Capilla La Todos Angeles - San Miguel Catholic Church Parish Hall. Interment will be held in the Lemitar Cemetery. Pallbearers are Albert Garcia, Jerry Griego, Ricky Griego, Matthew Barber, Michael Barber, and Feliciano Yanez. Honorary pallbearers are Antonio Yanez, Jimmy Leal, Larry Ulibarri, Patricia Barber, Natalie Arizmendi, Genevieve Arizmendi, and Josephina Yanez. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Father Flavio's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 309 Garfield St Socorro, NM 87801 575-835-1530
Published on: Tue March 10, 2015

MURPHY, BRUCE Bruce Murphy died at home at age 98, in Melrose, after a short illness. He was born in 1916 in Knapp, Texas and grew up nearby with his brothers Lloyd, Glen and Brent. His mother and father ranched some 30 miles west of Snyder in the mesquite country along the Texas Colorado River. Because of hard times in the 30's and to obtain a better education, Bruce spent much of his high school time living with his uncle at Ranger, Texas near Ft. Worth. He entered the United States Naval Academy just prior to the war but ended up in the Army Air Corps as a pilot during WW II. Initially, he was a glider pilot but then moved on to flying B24's, B17's, B25's and C49 transports throughout the United States during the War. He and Helen were married in Albuquerque in 1942 and after the War, they moved back to Snyder where Bruce worked in the oil field as a geologist. Their son Michael was born in 1944. Bruce, Helen and Michael moved to their ranch at House, NM in 1949 and then to Melrose in 1959. The family still owns the ranch at House, and Bruce continued to operate it along with his son Michael and Jimmy Snipes of House. Bruce enjoyed family reunions in Texas, friends in Melrose and House, cutting wood, walking and working cattle. Bruce and Helen were able to acquire a mountain property in the middle of the Santa Fe National Forest near Las Vegas, NM where they spent many good summers in their retirement. Many world situations were debated there, but no world problems were resolved. The family still enjoys summers at "Murphy Meadows", as the property came to be known over the years. Bruce lost Helen in 2012 after 70 years of marriage. He is survived by brother Brent and wife Pat Murphy of Snyder, Texas; son Michael and wife Melissa of Albuquerque; granddaughter Patricia Murphy; great-grandson Bruce Murphy Rehn; two step-grandchildren, Heather Smartt and Heidi Smartt; two step-great-grandsons Kyan and Liam; and nieces, nephews and cousins, mostly in West Texas. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 PM, March 13 at the Melrose Methodist Church with Rev. Sherman Martin of House conducting. In lieu of flowers, donations to the First United Methodist Church in Melrose would be appreciated (P.O. Box 368, Melrose, NM 88124). Arrangements are under the care of Steed Todd Funeral Home and Crematory, 800 E Manana Blvd Clovis NM (575) 763-5541.
Published on: Tue March 10, 2015

SIMONS, JACQUES Mr. Jacques Palmer Simons, 77, of Canton, GA passed away March 4, 2015. He was born in Los Angeles, CA on August 5, 1937 to the late Jacque and Helen Simons. Jacques was a very loving husband and father. He had a wicked sense of humor that he passed down to his kids. If Jacques was picking on you, you knew he loved you. He retired from Heidelberg USA in 2001. He was also a member of the First Baptist Church of Woodstock. Jacques leaves behind his loving wife of 55 years, Carolyn Kay Simons; children, Kathleen Sarrell (Gregory), Pamela Medley (Timothy), Matthew Simons (Sheilah) and Theresa Simons; 13 grandchildren; five great- grandchildren; brothers, Edgar Simons and James Simons (Linda); and sister, Rebecca Simons (Harry). March 16th, the family will have visitation 12-1pm and service to follow from, 1-2pm at FBCW Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jacques's memory to the Gospel Furthering Fellowship. Online condolences may be expressed at www.woodstockfuneralhome.com
Published on: Tue March 10, 2015

SANCHEZ, ANTONIO V. Antonio V. "Tata" Sanchez, 84, a resident of Albuquerque since 1950, passed from this life and reunited with his wife, Celia, on Sunday, March 1, 2015. He is survived by his sons, Antonio F. Sanchez, and wife, Toni, of Dunkirk, MD, Ruben L. Sanchez and David A. Sanchez and wife, Helen all of Albuquerque; 13 grandchildren, Daniel, Teri, Michael, Sierra, Katie Grace, Jason, Bianca "Bonkers," Joseph, Valeria, Antonio "Tony," Jimmie, Shannon and Franklin; 12 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson, and one brother, Donaciano Sanchez. Tata was preceded in death by his wife, Celia "Nana," in 2004. He served in and retired from the US Air Force. He also retired from the US Postal Service after 42 years. A Service will be held Tuesday, March 10, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. at FRENCH - University. Interment will follow at 2:15 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may attend a Visitation one hour prior to the service. Please visit our online guestbook for Tata at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd. NE 505-843-6333
Published on: Mon March 09, 2015

CHAVEZ, LEE E. Age 87, returned to our Heavenly Father Saturday, February 28, 2015. He was born in Pino Wells, New Mexico. Lee enlisted in the Army in July 1945, awarded with a World War II Victory Medal. Lee leaves to cherish his memories his wife Virginia, sons; James Lee, Armando Rene J, Ramiro J, and Felix, daughter Gloria, brothers; Lorenzo and Herculano, sisters; Ramona, Helen and Juanita, lots of grandchildren, nephews, nieces, and other relatives. A Rosary will be recited Monday March 9, 2015. 9:30 am followed by Mass at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church 5303 Phoenix Ave. NE. Internment will be at Santa Fe National Cemetery March 10,2015 at 10:30 am. To share memories with family please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 505-884-1188
Published on: Sun March 08, 2015

SCHENCK, BETTY LOU Betty Lou (Betsy) Schenck (nee Schade) of Carbondale, Colorado, died on Sunday, March 1, 2015, after a brief illness; she was surrounded by her loving family and her husband of 63 years, Robert "Bob" Schenck. Betty was 87 years old. Betty was born on May 12, 1927 in Trinidad, Colorado to Ruth and Ralph Schade. Betty and her two siblings, Alan and Alice, spent their early years in Albuquerque where she attended Ernie Pyle Middle School before going on to Albuquerque High School (class of 1945). Betty completed two years at the University of New Mexico, before graduating with a BA in Music from Colorado College in 1949. Betty fondly remembered playing at sorority and fraternity parties to offset expenses through college, and she continued to be an entertainer for over 70 years. Betty left for New York to play classical piano, but she eventually moved to Denver where she met her future husband, Bob Schenck, while looking for a place to use as a recital hall. Betty and Bob were married at St. John's Episcopal Church in Denver on December 17, 1951. Betty and Bob then moved to New Braunfels, Texas where all six Schenck children were born. However, Betty and Bob could not stay away from Colorado for long, and they moved the family back to Carbondale in 1968, where they made Missouri Heights their home. Betty spent a wonderful 25 years teaching music at Colorado Mountain College and during her time there she received her M.A. in Music from the University of Colorado, Boulder in 1991. Betty was loved by students of all levels and influenced many with her music and stage productions in the Roaring Fork Valley. Fiddler on the Roof, The Mikado, Oklahoma, Cabaret, H.M.S. Pinafore, and The Sound of Music comprise a short list of many musicals performed under the guidance of Betty Lou at the Crystal Theater in Carbondale. Betty also loved Sundays at St. Barnabas Church where she combined worship with her love for music for many years, often playing the organ and always singing during the services. Betty will be remembered professionally as an excellent teacher, a talented performer, and a leading figure in the arts community, but she is best remembered for her loving smile, infectious laughter, and joy for life. Betty is survived by her husband, Bob; their loving children, Susan Schenck of Denver (husband Ed Drummond, granddaughter Meriel), Barbara Hale of Grand Junction (husband Russell, grandsons Robert, David, & Jonathan), Bobby Schenck of Albuquerque (wife Tricia, grandchildren Lillian, Augustus, Helen, George, and Marian), Patty Naft of Paonia (husband Skip Naft), Paula Byra of Denver (husband Andy Byra, granddaughter Betsy), and John Schenck of Carbondale (wife Kellie and grandchildren Dara, Rand, Paul, and Dayton); and younger sister Alice Hofer (nieces Laurie, Carrie, and Holly). Funeral services are scheduled for noon, Saturday, March 7, 2015 at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church (546 Hyland Park Dr., Glenwood Springs) with a reception to follow at the Rivers Restaurant (2525 S Grand Ave, Glenwood Springs) from 1:30 to 4:00 pm. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Betty's life. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations made to Betty's singing group "The Zingers" at Alpine Bank, or to St. Barnabas Episcopal Church.
Published on: Sun March 08, 2015

ALARCON, GERALD born April 13th, 1960, age 54, passed away on March 4th, 2015. Gerald was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend; he will be truly missed by all those who knew him. Gerald is survived by his wife of 38-years, Diane Leathers-Alarcon; their daughter Janelle Garcia, and husband Charles; daughter Geralynn; daughter Cheri; grandson Charlie; granddaughter Angelique; his siblings Mary Helen, Daniel and Ignacio Alarcon; mother-in-law Juanita G. Leathers; and an abundance of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father Ismael A. Alarcon, mother Tillie C. Alarcon, brother Manual Lee Hernandez, sister Edwina Borgel, brother Ismael "Myito" Alarcon and father-in-law David C. Leathers. Gerald's "Life Celebration" will begin at 6:30pm with a Viewing and Rosary on Monday, March 9th at Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Drive SW. Gerald's Final Visitation and Mass will begin at 10:30am on Tuesday, March 10th at San Martin de Porras Catholic Church, 8321 Camino San Martin SW. Pallbearers will be Vidal Tapia, David Prawdzik, Ismael "Lee" Alarcon, Dominic Molina, Alonso Rivera and Alex Garcia. Honorary Pallbearers are Rito Alarcon, Jason Montoya, David Martinez and Cesar Alarcon. To sign Gerald's guestbook please visit www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com or for more information please call Gabaldon Mortuary at (505)243-7861.
Published on: Sun March 08, 2015

NIETO, ERNEST IN LOVING MEMORY 4 Year Anniversary April 25, 1929 - March 5, 2011 Beloved Husband and Father The tears in our eyes we can wipe away, but the ache in our hearts will always stay. Always loving you. Your wife, Mary Children, Eloy, Tony and Helen
Published on: Thu March 05, 2015

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