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GALLEGOS -- Feliberto Gallegos, 91, died after a short illness on Saturday, March 3, 2007 in Albuquerque. He was born March 10, 1916 the son of Eliseo Manuel and Petria Gonzales Gallegos in Roy, New Mexico. Feliberto went on to live a very fruitful life. From life on the family ranch in De Haven, New Mexico to school in Raton and work at the Highway Department in Springer. He was always up to a challenge to the point of being one of the first from northern New Mexico to obtain his pilots license. When World War II broke out, Feliberto enlisted in the Navy and was assigned to a submarine tender stationed out of New York. He took a brief hiatus from service to marry the love of his life for 62 years, Lucille Ortiz, who joined him in New York. His life from this point on included his honorable discharge from the service and the beginning of business adventures that continued up to and until his death. Feliberto returned to New Mexico after the war and in the 50's, opened a timber mill operation in Taos, NM. The operation expanded to Albuquerque with the opening of O.K. Lumber Inc. later to become ABC Lumber & Hardware and then Paint Pot of NM. Feliberto, along with his wife and business partner, for a short period also owned the Embassy Nightclub in Tijeras Canyon and would bring in acts from Hollywood to perform. The family business changed with the times and from lumber and hardware it also included rental and commercial property acquisitions many of which are still active today. Feliberto returned to work for the State Department of Human Services in the 80's and eventually semi-retired remaining active in the family business. During this time Feliberto and his wife raised four children and made many friends. Theirs was the kind of marriage people aspire to; inseparable best friends who enjoyed each other's company, entirely devoted to each other and their children and grandchildren. Feliberto was also very active in politics, community service and the church. His speaking skills were exceptional and served him well in all of his endeavors. He augmented those skills with a very active participation in Toastmasters of NM. Though health problems plagued him for many of his last years, Feliberto remained a focused and dynamic individual who continued to move forward in spite of the obstacles placed before him. Feliberto was preceded in death by his daughter, Olivia Juarez. He is survived by his loving wife Lucille; daughter, Yolanda Sanchez; sons, Phillip Gallegos, and Anthony Gallegos and wife Barbara; grandchildren, Michael Sanchez, Joshua, David, Ashley and Paige Gallegos, and Justin and Cameron Gallegos. The Rosary will be recited on Wednesday, March 7, 2007 at 7:00 PM in the Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho. The Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated on Thursday, March 8, 2007 at 11:00 AM at the San Ysidro Catholic Church in Corrales with Fr. James L. Vance as the celebrant. Interment will follow in Vista Verde Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Michael Sanchez, Joshua Gallegos, David Martinez, Gilbert Gallegos, Mike Gonzales, and Bill Bowen. Honorary Pallbearers are Ashley, Paige, Justin and Cameron Gallegos. Arrangements by Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Rd. Rio Rancho, New Mexico 892-9920
Published on: Wed March 07, 2007

DAVIS -- Frank Edwin Davis, 88, devoted husband and loving father, passed away Friday, December 29, 2006, after a year long battle with cancer. He was preceded in death in 1998 by his loving wife of 57 years, Jennie Lee Davis. He is survived by his son, William B. Davis and fiancee, Janet Lyden of Albuquerque; his beloved daughter, Beverly Beebe and son-in-law, Elmer Beebe; grandsons, Timothy Beebe, Lloyd Beebe, both of Albuquerque and Stewart Beebe; granddaughters, Laura Weaver, and Shawna Gold all of West Virginia; 15 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter. Frank was born in 1918 in Cimarron, NM into a northern New Mexico pioneer family, which included his father, William B. Davis, his son's namesake, who was the sheriff of Colfax County for much of the 1920s and '30s, and later a well known businessman in Springer, NM. Frank returned this Labor Day to Cimarron for Cimarron Days to see his birth place and childhood home for the last time. He and Jennie Lee called Albuquerque their home both before and after World War II, where they raised their two children, Bill and Beverly. For the past 16 months, Frank aka Poncho was a resident of La Vida Llena Life Care Center in Albuquerque, which he fondly called "the ranch." Frank served with honor in WWII and was a disabled veteran and retired Santa Fe Rail Road conductor. Having both retired in their early sixties, Frank and Jennie Lee had 17 good years of traveling the world on many trips. However, they most liked their many camping trips with their RV Club, the Manzanita Sams. Frank was a devout Christian and member of the First Baptist Church of Rio Rancho, although he most recently attended the weekly Vespers Services at La Vida Llena during the time of his residency. In spite of his rapidly progressing disease, he spread hope, good cheer, and joy to other residents and staff alike. His family, many friends, and LVL staff will greatly miss his daily greeting of "What's cooking?" which provoked many a smile and a multitude of humorous responses. Frank's positive attitude, loving, and generous spirit as well as his courage and triumphs in overcoming his many ongoing health issues brought hope and encouragement to everyone around him. He was truly an inspiration to all that knew him and loved him. He enjoyed his final Christmas at "the ranch" surrounded by his family and friends. Give us that little wave, go with God, and at last, be in good health and peace, Daddy. We love you, and have faith that we will see you and mother again some day. Contributions may be made in his name to either the La Vida Llena Foundation, 10501 Lagrima de Oro NE, 87111, which assists other less fortunate elderly residents to pay their healthcare costs, or the American Cancer Society of Albuquerque, Attn: Lorraine West, 10501 Montgomery Blvd. NE, Suite 300, 87111. Services will be held Friday, January 5, 2007, 11:00 a.m., at Del Norte Baptist Church, 5800 Montgomery Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Thursday, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
Published on: Thu January 04, 2007

CHAVEZ -- Charles Chavez, our "leader of the band", our sweetheart, our daddy, our granddaddy; went to be with the Lord on November 27, 2006. He was born on May 31, 1925 in New Mexico. He was preceded in death by his parents, Rufina and Frutoso Chavez; a sister, Dora; niece, Lara; and his beloved grandson, Angelo Eloy. He is survived by his spouse and best friend, of 58 years, Ada; children, Kathleen, Olivia, Claudia, Anna, Barbara, Chuck, Dianne, Dominic, and Leroy; sister, Mary Helen; and numerous in-laws and extended family. He spent 33 years with the U.S. Postal Service and served in the U.S. Navy during WWII. In his retirement years he enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He touched the lives of many in his life and all who knew Charlie loved him. You will be missed Dad, but know you will always be in our hearts and your legacy will live on in your children. Vaya con Dios. Pallbearers will be Gabe Ulibarri, Robbie Diaz, Miguel Lueras, Cameron Vigil, Alfie Rios, and Aaron Springer. Honorary pallbearers will be his 28 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. A Rosary will be recited on Thursday, November 30, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Anne's Church. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, December 1, 2006 at 9:00 a.m. at St. Anne's Church. In lieu of flowers the family has requested that donations may be made to St. Mary's School Fund. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
Published on: Wed November 29, 2006

MURPHY -- Thomas L. Murphy, 74, passed away peacefully at his Albuquerque, NM home on Monday, November 13, 2006. He was born on August 23, 1932 in Corsicana, TX and lived most of his life in Texas and New Mexico. Tom graduated from Whitesboro High School in Whitesboro, TX in 1950, where he was an outstanding athlete: starting halfback for the football team and a starting player on the basketball team. He enlisted in the Army Air Corps at the age of 17 and was a veteran of the Korean War, serving twenty-seven months in Japan, after which he was stationed at Continental Divide, NM. During his 20 year career in the Air Force, he was also stationed at Kirtland AFB in NM, where he met and married Mary Lucille Hegarty on December 26, 1957; Richards-Gebaur AFB in Missouri; Chatham AFB in New Brunswick, Canada; and Perrin AFB in Denison, TX. Following his retirement from the Air Force as a Senior Master Sergeant in 1971, he received his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Education from Southeastern Oklahoma State University. He began his teaching career in 1973 at Tohatchi Elementary School in Tohatchi, NM, on the Navajo Nation. He also taught at Aileen Roat and Stagecoach Elementary Schools in Gallup, NM. Following his retirement from the Gallup-McKinley County Schools, he moved to Albuquerque. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Mary; their children and spouses, Colleen and Bill Tarket, John and Vicki Murphy, Thomas and Melinda Murphy, Jennifer and Brian Murphy-Dye, Teresa and Ron Dyer, Vincent and Laurajean Murphy, and Rosalie and Terry Bergamo; 20 grandchildren; and two great-grandsons. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. C.E. McFatridge of Whitesboro, TX; his first wife, Genevie Imboden of Gallup, NM; and his son, Stephen. When Tom wed Mary, he confided his wish to have 10 children but had to be content with 8! He was involved in Scouts and Little League, and taught his sons and daughters to fish, bicycle, roller-skate, and ice-skate, skating circles backwards around them until he broke his ankle showing off at the rink. He was a neighborly guy who enjoyed telling stories of his life in the Air Force and could fix anything. Cleo, his Springer Spaniel, brought him great joy. In his later years, he fed the hummingbirds that visited his yard, and honed his computer skills in order to better research his family roots. He had hoped to make it to his 50-year anniversary with Mary, was proud of all of his children, and derived great joy from his grandchildren. Pursuant to his wishes, Tom will be cremated and buried at sea. Friends and family are asked to donate children's books to the Gallup Public Library, 200 W. Aztec, Gallup, NM 87301. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
Published on: Sun November 19, 2006

STEWART -- Gladys Ellen Crump Stewart, eldest daughter of J.D. and Thelma Crump of Clovis, NM, was born in Quitaque, TX at the home of her grandfather, Dr. Eugene Rumph on December 17, 1918. She passed away Sunday, November 5, 2006. She attended public school in Clovis, graduating from Clovis High School in 1936. Gladys attended Eastern New Mexico University from 1936 to 1938. On August 21, 1938, she married Buren Stewart at her home in Clovis. The couple left immediately for Springer, NM, where Buren taught for three years. Gladys was teaching sixth grade at Santa Rosa, NM when Buren entered the service. It seemed wise for her to finish her education, so Gladys resigned at the end of the school year and returned to Eastern New Mexico University where she received her degree in Teacher Education and Business Administration in 1946. When Buren returned from World War II, the couple went to Chicago where Buren finished his Theological training and Gladys did master's work at Northwestern University. At one time she taught bookkeeping, typing and business law. While the Stewarts were serving a student charge "Leaf River/Myrtle" their only child, Joseph Martin was born in Rockford, IL on September 20, 1947. Gladys was elected president of the Conference Ministers Wives twice and also two terms as District President. She was a Life Member of The United Methodist women. She also designed the district parsonage in El Paso. Most of her active years she served as hostess of the parsonage, a strong helpmate to her husband, conducted Minister's wives retreats, and ministered to official groups in the church. Gladys felt it a privilege and a joy to be a minister's wife and looked upon her role as a great opportunity for Christian Service. Gladys husband, Dr. M. Buren Stewart served as Senior Pastor of St. John's United Methodist Church for nine years. Gladys enjoyed traveling and had traveled in the Middle East, Europe, including Russia, in Mexico, Canada and the United States, including the Hawaiian Islands. Gladys is survived by her husband of 68 years, Buren; one son, Joe of Albuquerque; two sisters, Gene Stovall and Virginia Reid and her husband, John of Clovis, NM; nieces and husbands, Sharon and Dr. Merle Benson of Albuquerque and Marla and husband, Mike Wersonick of Edgewood, Lennie and Dr. David Townsend of Alamogordo, NM, Melva and Everette Jaycox of Alto, NM, Carlene S. Briggs of Cloudcroft, NM, Nelva and Wesley Williams of Hobbs, and Claudine Goosby and Tom Medlin of Houston, TX; nephews, Gene and Patty Rucker of Hobbs, NM, Stuart and Jane Rucker of Dallas, TX, and Monte and Carol Jones of Deming, NM; several great-nieces and nephews, of which she is proud; and by a number of friends. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, November 9, 2006, 11:00 a.m., at St. John's United Methodist Church, 2626 Arizona NE. Interment will take place in Lawn Haven Memorial Gardens in Clovis, NM on Friday, November 10, 2006, at 2:00 p.m. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Wednesday, November 8, 2006, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
Published on: Tue November 07, 2006

CALDWELL -- Stephen D. Caldwell May 25, 1941 - August 19, 2006 Stephen Daniel Caldwell, 65, died unexpectedly August 19, 2006 at 7:30 a.m. The respected and well-loved native New Mexican will be missed by all who knew him. He loved life and appreciated every moment. He cared deeply for those he knew and was always there to help anyone achieve their aspirations. Born in Springer, graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy, he proudly served his country flying F-4 Phantom jets in Vietnam, earning the Distinguished Flying Cross with 11 Oak Leaf Clusters. Returning to New Mexico in 1972, he founded and ran Caldwell Construction in Taos where he lived until 1980 when he moved his family to Albuquerque where he continued his career in construction management. He loved the creative process of construction and building to make the community a better place. He was involved in construction or renovation of several notable projects including the Hispanic Cultural Center, the Eldorado Hotel, La Posada Hotel, Bishop's Lodge, the Bataan Memorial Building, Rainbow Vision, Ghost Ranch Worship Hall and Residences, and hundreds of homes across New Mexico. A proud father of six grown children, he was an active leader building and promoting youth soccer. In 1996 he moved to Santa Fe where in 2003 he met the adult love of his life, Bette Ridgeway. Together they shared beautiful days and nights filled with music, art, and Steve's life-long interest, golf. Steve is survived by wife, Bette Ridgeway; children, Karen, Kathleen, Jennifer, Matt, Ann, and Meghan; mother of his children and first wife of 32 years, Lynn of Albuquerque; six grandchildren; siblings, Joe of Taos and Kass Atkinson of Santa Fe. A Memorial Service will be held Thursday, August 24, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at Berardinelli Family Chapel. Contributions in his honor should be directed to the cause of your choice or Oprah's Angel Network. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa Street, Santa Fe, NM 87505, (505) 984-8600.
Published on: Tue August 22, 2006

MASCARENAS -- Beatrice C. Mascarenas, 55, a lifelong resident of New Mexico, died Thursday, June 1, 2006. She is survived by her husband of 32 years, Robert Mascarenas; parents, Juan and Mary Vigil; brothers, Joe Vigil and wife, Carmen, Paul Vigil and wife, Margaret and John Vigil and wife, Wanda, all of Albuquerque; sisters, Theresa Pena and husband, David of Springer, NM, Elizabeth Holt and husband, Roy of Clovis, NM; father-in-law, Alfonso Mascarenas; sisters-in-law, Juanita Mascarenas, Carmen Mascarenas, and Connie Mascarenas, all of Albuquerque; niece and God-daughter, Denise Maldonado; and many other dear nieces and nephews. Mrs. Mascarenas worked at Desert Ridge Middle School. She also worked at the UNM Center for Disabilities and the College of Nursing. She was a parishioner at Risen Savior Catholic Community. Rosary will be recited Tuesday, June 6, 2006, 7:00 p.m., at Risen Savior Catholic Community, 7701 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Deacon Kenn Sinatra reciting. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday, June 7, 2006, 9:30 a.m., at Risen Savior with Father Anthony Romero, Celebrant. Friends may visit at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, on Tuesday from 3:00 until 5:30 p.m. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
Published on: Mon June 05, 2006

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