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KEISS -- LAURENA "DEE" Age 92, of Albuquerque, passed away on February 24, 2012 at home surrounded by her family. She was married to Harold L. Keiss who died on December 24, 2006. She is survived by four children: Sally Dietzman and husband Bruce of Arlington, TX, Cindy Keiss of Albuquerque, Dave Keiss of Albuquerque, and Tom Keiss and wife Sharon of Fort Worth, TX. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Jeffrey Dietzman, wife Laurie and great-granddaughter Ella of Mansfield, TX, Thomas Dietzman of Houston, TX, Ryan, Whitney, and Kyle Keiss of Fort Worth, TX, and her granddogs, Abby, La Roo, and Magic. A private interment service will be held on her birthday, June 22, at the Santa Fe National Cemetery where she will be buried with her husband. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to New Mexico Animal Friends, 2917 Carlisle Blvd NE, #212 Albuquerque, NM 87110 (nmaf.org).
        Published on: Sun March 04, 2012

MOSS -- THOMAS JAMES Age 51, a resident of Rio Rancho, died Tuesday, February 28, 2012. He is survived by his wife of 22 years, Cheryl; sons, Sean and wife Dacia, Dillon (currently serving an LDS Mission in Bolivia), and Austin; daughters, Mariah, Kalea, and Briley; granddaughter, Paige; grandson, on the way, Declan Thomas; brothers and sisters, David and wife Debbie Moss, Linda and husband Phillip Gibbons, John and wife Markaye Moss, Jerry and wife LeAnn Moss and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members. Tom was preceded in death by his parents, Lee Max Moss and Ruth Moss, and sister, Gale Bangerter. He graduated from Weber State University with a Bachelors degree in Finance. Tom was currently working with the Blake's Lotaburger Corporation. Tom was an avid outdoorsman and found great joy in camping and hiking. He spent 20 plus years as church Boy Scout Leader and working with the youth. He was a very hard worker and spent many hours serving those around him. He will be most remembered as a man who lived for Cheryl and their children. Tom was extremely proud of them and all of their accomplishments. He will be deeply missed and loved eternally. Services will be held Monday, March 5, 2012, 11:00 a.m., at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, San Victorio Stake Center, 1750 San Victorio NE, 87111. The family will be available from 10:00 until 10:45 a.m. Interment will take place in Layton, UT. Please visit our online guestbook for Thomas at www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Sun March 04, 2012

ROMERO -- VIRGINIA S. 1915-2012 Age 96, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 29, surrounded by family. She was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Virginia was the oldest girl of twelve children and several close cousins. She helped to raise these children and became like a mother to them. Virginia was born and raised in Belen and Los Chavez. After high school she moved to Albuquerque. Working at St. Joseph Hospital, she met her husband, Charles. They settled in Albuquerque where they raised their family. Virginia was preceded in death by her husband, Charles; son-in-law, Philip Martin, Sr.; parents, Macedonio and Clara Sanchez; very special sister and brother-in-law, Nikki and Robert Roel II; sisters, Clemmie Gonzales, Flora Peralta, and Lucia Sanchez; and brothers, Eulogio, Jim and Ignacio Sanchez. She is survived by her children, Dorothy Louise Martin of Albuquerque, Tom and Linda Romero of West Virginia, Rebecca and Tommy Killingsworth of Tennessee, Lorena and Ralph Solano of Tome; grandchildren, Philip and Daphany Martin, Diane and Chris Huntley, Dennis and Amanda Killingsworth, Jason and Brandy Solano, Jonathan and Erin Romero, Jennifer Romero, Lisa and Mike Wynn, David and Michelle Solano; fourteen great-grandchildren and one on the way; brothers, Toby Sanchez and wife Vera, Teofilo Sanchez and wife, Mary and Elfego Sanchez and wife Esther; sister, Lucy McClain; and many, many loving nieces, nephews and cousins. Services will be at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church on Wednesday, March 7, beginning with a viewing at 11:00 a.m., a Rosary at 11:30 a.m., the funeral Mass at 12:00 p.m., with a reception to follow at Noblin Funeral Service Belen Chapel. Pallbearers will be, Phillip Martin, Jr., Dennis Killingsworth, Jason Solano, David Solano, Jonathan Romero, and Tyler Martin. Arrangements are being handled by the Noblin Funeral Service Los Lunas Chapel, (505)866-9992, 2211-D Main St., where an online guest register is available at: www.noblinfuneralservice.com
        Published on: Sun March 04, 2012

RASMUSSEN -- PAULA E. Age 60, a resident of Albuquerque since 1975, passed away surrounded by family and friends Wednesday, February 29, 2012. She is survived by her husband of 37 years, Christopher Kenneth Rasmussen; children, Elena Marie Lenz and husband, Mike, Anna Maria Rasmussen, Benjamin J. Rasmussen, and Tessa Marie Rasmussen; grandchildren, Jakob Miguel and Gabriella Marie Lenz, all of Albuquerque; sisters, Peggy Brown, Betty Coughlin, and Theresa Bocquin and husband, Jim; brothers, Benjamin Brown and wife, Kay and Paul Brown and wife, Jane. Paula was preceded in death by her sister, Mary Michael Brown. She was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. She owned and operated Paula's Pre-School for many years. A Rosary will be recited March 2, 2012, 7:00 p.m. at French - University location, with Deacon Tom Jones reciting. Mass will be celebrated on March 3, 2012, 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be Christopher Kenneth Rasmussen, Benjamin J. Rasmussen, Mike Lenz II, Benjamin Brown, Paul Brown and Michael Roger Deyhle. Friends may visit one hour prior to the Rosary. Paula is a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, Nana, aunt, great-aunt, daughter-in-law, cousin, god-mother, mother-in-law, friend, teacher, dedicated walker, gardener, cook, avid reader, belly - dancer, scrap-booker, artist and collector of "this and that", and guardian angel who will be greatly missed. Donations may be made in Paula's name to Leukemia & Lymphoma Society New Mexico/El Paso Chapter, www.lls.org. Please visit our online guestbook for Paula at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
        Published on: Sat March 03, 2012

LEYBA -- LEONARD Age 99, a resident of Bosque Farms, went to be with his precious Lord on February 28, 2012. He was born in Des Moines, NM on April 18, 1912. He lived in Albuquerque most of his life. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gregorio and Sarah Leyba; four sisters, Esther Svalina, Susanna Martinez, Adelle Tupper, Selma Harris; and one brother, Vivian Leyba. Leonard left behind the love of his life, Juanita Bridges Leyba, to whom he was married for 75 years. The two of them were blessed with four children, Carol Bates and husband, Don, Larry Leyba and wife, Evelyn, Sharon Peckham and husband, Ken, and Rick Leyba and wife, Jean. He had 11 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. He has two surviving sisters, Ernestine Stauffer of Los Lunas, NM and Irene Shirley of Nuevo, CA and three surviving brothers, David Leyba of Albuquerque, Tom Leyba of Belen, and Sam Leyba of CA. He also had many loving nieces and nephews. Leonard was a Journeyman Plumber. He belonged to the Plumber and Pipe Fitters Union for over 70 years. He was an outdoorsman who loved hunting and camping and he shared his adventures with love and humor. Leonard was a life-long member of the Assemblies of God Churches. He loved the music, preaching, worship and fellowship. He loved his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, most of all. Services will be held 1:00 p.m. Saturday, March 3, 2012 at French Lomas Chapel with Daryl Wright officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd NE. Pallbearers will be his grandsons, Kerry Bates, Brian Leyba, Phil Leyba, Scott Peckham, David Peckham and Mike Peckham. Please visit our online guestbook for Leonard at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
        Published on: Fri March 02, 2012

RASMUSSEN -- PAULA E. Age 60, a resident of Albuquerque since 1975, passed away surrounded by family and friends Wednesday, February 29, 2012. She is survived by her husband of 37 years, Christopher Kenneth Rasmussen; children, Elena Marie Lenz and husband, Mike, Anna Maria Rasmussen, Benjamin J. Rasmussen, and Tessa Marie Rasmussen; grandchildren, Jakob Miguel and Gabriella Marie Lenz, all of Albuquerque; sisters, Peggy Brown, Betty Coughlin, and Theresa Bocquin and husband, Jim; brothers, Benjamin Brown and wife, Kay and Paul Brown and wife, Jane. Paula was preceded in death by her sister, Mary Michael Brown. She was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. She owned and operated Paula's Pre-School for many years. A Rosary will be recited March 2, 2012, 7:00 p.m. at French - University location, with Deacon Tom Jones reciting. Mass will be celebrated on March 3, 2012, 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be Christopher Kenneth Rasmussen, Benjamin J. Rasmussen, Mike Lenz II, Benjamin Brown, Paul Brown and Michael Roger Deyhle. Friends may visit one hour prior to the Rosary. Paula is a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, Nana, aunt, great-aunt, daughter-in-law, cousin, god-mother, mother-in-law, friend, teacher, dedicated walker, gardener, cook, avid reader, belly - dancer, scrap-booker, artist and collector of "this and that", and guardian angel who will be greatly missed. Donations may be made in Paula's name to Susan G. Koman For the Cure, P.O. Box 650309 Dallas, TX 75265. Please visit our online guestbook for Paula at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
        Published on: Fri March 02, 2012

GATES -- ELIZABETH "LIZ" Passed away February 24, 2012. She was born to Archie and Clara Dionne in Worcester, MA on February 5, 1923. She married Richard Gates, Sr. May 16, 1943. She and Dick moved to Albuquerque in the late 40's to raise their four children. Liz was a homemaker as well as a saleslady at Woolworths and Dillards. She loved dancing and listening to Frank Sinatra. She also loved trips to Las Vegas, NV with Dick and their many friends. She had a special friendship with their neighbors and friends Jean and Tom Garcia, Esther and Andy Sanchez, Ted and Edna Niforos, and Sue and Frank Sacco. She was preceded in death by her husband Dick Gates; her son, Rick Gates; her sister Edie Fancy; and her brothers-in-law Bob Gates and Ned Gattas. She is survived by her daughter Betty Doxey; her son Jim Gates (Margaret); her daughter Pearly Gates; her brothers Archie and Ernie Dionne and their families; her grandchildren Angie Crosby (George), Sandi Hamilton (Daniel), Kim Blea (JJ), Richard Doxey, Meghan Gates, Becky Gates (Eric), Charlie Gates (Jody); Julie Huerta (Mark) and CJ Vanderlip; her daughters-in-law Lynn Gates and Virginia Lenberg (Greg); her sister-in-law Adele Gattas; 14 greatgrandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. We would like to thank Liz's neighbors Claudia and Tom Moppert and their daughters who so lovingly visited Liz weekly and provided many hours of fun and relaxation for her. We also want to acknowledge the caring staff of Total Community Care and Casa San Pablo who watched over Liz the last few years.In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Total Community Care, 9904 Las Lomas NE, 87102, Attn: Finance Dept., Casa San Pablo 1509 San Pablo NE, 87110 or Alzheimer Association of NM, 9500 Montgomery Blvd NE, 87111. A Life Celebration for Elizabeth will be held on Tuesday, February 28, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. in the Reflection of Life Chapel (Washington & Cutler NE.) Please visit Elizabeth's online guest book at: www.Reflectionoflife.com. REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations Louis & Gloria Salazar 2400 Washington Street NE 884-5777
        Published on: Mon February 27, 2012

GATES -- ELIZABETH "LIZ" Passed away February 24, 2012. She was born to Archie and Clara Dionne in Worcester, MA on February 5, 1923. She married Richard Gates, Sr. May 16, 1943. She and Dick moved to Albuquerque in the late 40's to raise their four children. Liz was a homemaker as well as a saleslady at Woolworths and Dillards. She loved dancing and listening to Frank Sinatra. She also loved trips to Las Vegas, NV with Dick and their many friends. She had a special friendship with their neighbors and friends Jean and Tom Garcia, Esther and Andy Sanchez, Ted and Edna Niforos, and Sue and Frank Sacco. She was preceded in death by her husband Dick Gates; her son, Rick Gates; her sister Edie Fancy; and her brothers-in-law Bob Gates and Ned Gattas. She is survived by her daughter Betty Doxey; her son Jim Gates (Margaret); her daughter Pearly Gates; her brothers Archie and Ernie Dionne and their families; her grandchildren Angie Crosby (George), Sandi Hamilton (Daniel), Kim Blea (JJ), Richard Doxey, Meghan Gates, Becky Gates (Eric), Charlie Gates (Jody); Julie Huerta (Mark) and CJ Vanderlip; her daughters-in-law Lynn Gates and Virginia Lenberg (Greg); her sister-in-law Adele Gattas; 14 greatgrandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. We would like to thank Liz's neighbors Claudia and Tom Moppert and their daughters who so lovingly visited Liz weekly and provided many hours of fun and relaxation for her. We also want to acknowledge the caring staff of Total Community Care and Casa San Pablo who watched over Liz the last few years.In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Total Community Care, 9904 Las Lomas NE, 87102, Attn: Finance Dept., Casa San Pablo 1509 San Pablo NE, 87110 or Alzheimer Association of NM, 9500 Montgomery Blvd NE, 87111. A Life Celebration for Elizabeth will be held on Tuesday, February 28, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. in the Reflection of Life Chapel (Washington & Cutler NE.) Please visit Elizabeth's online guest book at: www.Reflectionoflife.com. REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations Louis & Gloria Salazar 2400 Washington Street NE 884-5777
        Published on: Sun February 26, 2012

REED -- THOMAS KENYON JR. Long term Santa Fe resident and successful businessman, Thomas K. Reed, Jr., passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, February 21, 2012, with his devoted wife of 34 years, Katherine Arnold Reed by his side. Tom was 80 years old. Born November 1, 1931 in Massillon, Ohio, to Dr. Thomas Kenyon Reed and Zana Marguerite Lange Reed, he attended the University of New Mexico, where Tom pledged Sigma Chi fraternity. He then enlisted in the US Army from 1953-1955 as a Top Security cryptographer for the commander-in-chief for the Caribbean, stationed in Panama. He graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University in 1956 with a Liberal Arts Degree. Reed's first job was with the corporate giant, IBM. This was the beginning of Tom's developing his visionary, highly innovative business style. There he worked alongside prominent businessmen, Ross Perot and Aubrey Wilson. Following this venture, for the next three years, Reed joined Goodbody and Company, an investment management firm in Albuquerque, as a stockbroker. Always envisioning a higher, more innovative business strategy, Tom finally established his own investment business in 1964, specializing in start-up ventures. He honed his entrepreneurial mind during these influential years, and in 1975, moved to Hawaii, where he owned and operated two radio stations, which he later sold to the Coca-Cola Company of Los Angeles. A decisive and fearless investor, Tom founded the Reed Investment Company in 1978, simultaneously becoming a member of Lloyd's of London. Tom and Kathie moved to Santa Fe, where Reed continued to use his venture capital for other businesses: twenty-one in his lifetime. In the 80's, he founded and became President and CEO of Vivigen, Inc., devoting all of his energies to establishing it as the premier genetic testing laboratory in the world. Vivigen gained national prominence when Business Week magazine named the business one of the "The Best Small Growth Companies in America" in 1988 and 1989. His was the first corporation in New Mexico to offer childcare for its employees, and free tuition for anyone in the company wishing to further their education, in the medical/genetic field. In 1989, Reed was chosen as one of the "Ten Who Made a Difference", honored for making a significant contribution to Santa Fe and the community. Following the merger of Vivigen and Genzyme Genetics in October 1992, Reed devoted his time to management of his myriad business affairs. In 1993, he was appointed as one of the six members of the NASDAQ Listing Qualifications Committee. He loved his work and thrived on the challenges it brought him. Ever the generous philanthropist, Tom contributed to the Church of the Holy Faith, of which he was a long-time member, along with many arts and community organizations, including The Lensic Performing Arts Center, The United Way and Santa Fe Pro Musica. Tom suffered a stroke in 2006 while on holiday with friends, and unfortunately, this was followed by a series of other health issues and hospitalizations over the last six years. Tom is remembered by those who knew him as charming and funny, with a huge presence. He also possessed a gift for recognizing talent and ability, and was passionate about mentoring those who were deserving. His business style also shaped a man prone to impatience, as his brilliance often engendered ideas way ahead of their time. Reed is survived by his wife Kathie, and his two children: his daughter Lee, of Santa Fe, and his son Richard, of Albuquerque, both from his first marriage to Lynn Walton. He will be deeply missed by Kathie and his children, his grandson Austin, as well as many friends and business associates. Special thanks from the family to Eric Chambers, his caretaker, who was a devoted friend and companion to Tom until his death, to Mary Feidt his hospice nurse and to the staff of Ambercare. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Tom may be made to the Lensic Performing Arts Center. A memorial service will be held at a later date at the Church of Holy Faith in Santa Fe.
        Published on: Sun February 26, 2012

REED -- THOMAS KENYON JR. Long term Santa Fe resident and successful businessman, Thomas K. Reed, Jr., passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, February 21, 2012, with his devoted wife of 34 years, Katherine Arnold Reed by his side. Tom was 80 years old. Born November 1, 1931 in Massillon, Ohio, to Dr. Thomas Kenyon Reed and Zana Marguerite Lange Reed, he attended the University of New Mexico, where Tom pledged Sigma Chi fraternity. He then enlisted in the US Army from 1953-1955 as a Top Security cryptographer for the commander-in-chief for the Caribbean, stationed in Panama. He graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University in 1956 with a Liberal Arts Degree. Reed's first job was with the corporate giant, IBM. This was the beginning of Tom's developing his visionary, highly innovative business style. There he worked alongside prominent businessmen, Ross Perot and Aubrey Wilson. Following this venture, for the next three years, Reed joined Goodbody and Company, an investment management firm in Albuquerque, as a stockbroker. Always envisioning a higher, more innovative business strategy, Tom finally established his own investment business in 1964, specializing in start-up ventures. He honed his entrepreneurial mind during these influential years, and in 1975, moved to Hawaii, where he owned and operated two radio stations, which he later sold to the Coca-Cola Company of Los Angeles. A decisive and fearless investor, Tom founded the Reed Investment Company in 1978, simultaneously becoming a member of Lloyd's of London. Tom and Kathie moved to Santa Fe, where Reed continued to use his venture capital for other businesses: twenty-one in his lifetime. In the 80's, he founded and became President and CEO of Vivigen, Inc., devoting all of his energies to establishing it as the premier genetic testing laboratory in the world. Vivigen gained national prominence when Business Week magazine named the business one of the "The Best Small Growth Companies in America" in 1988 and 1989. His was the first corporation in New Mexico to offer childcare for its employees, and free tuition for anyone in the company wishing to further their education, in the medical/genetic field. In 1989, Reed was chosen as one of the "Ten Who Made a Difference", honored for making a significant contribution to Santa Fe and the community. Following the merger of Vivigen and Genzyme Genetics in October 1992, Reed devoted his time to management of his myriad business affairs. In 1993, he was appointed as one of the six members of the NASDAQ Listing Qualifications Committee. He loved his work and thrived on the challenges it brought him. Ever the generous philanthropist, Tom contributed to the Church of the Holy Faith, of which he was a long-time member, along with many arts and community organizations, including The Lensic Performing Arts Center, The United Way and Santa Fe Pro Musica. Tom suffered a stroke in 2006 while on holiday with friends, and unfortunately, this was followed by a series of other health issues and hospitalizations over the last six years. Tom is remembered by those who knew him as charming and funny, with a huge presence. He also possessed a gift for recognizing talent and ability, and was passionate about mentoring those who were deserving. His business style also shaped a man prone to impatience, as his brilliance often engendered ideas way ahead of their time. Reed is survived by his wife Kathie, and his two children: his daughter Lee, of Santa Fe, and his son Richard, of Albuquerque, both from his first marriage to Lynn Walton. He will be deeply missed by Kathie and his children, his grandson Austin, as well as many friends and business associates. Special thanks from the family to Eric Chambers, his caretaker, who was a devoted friend and companion to Tom until his death, to Mary Feidt his hospice nurse and to the staff of Ambercare. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Tom may be made to the Lensic Performing Arts Center. A memorial service will be held at a later date at the Church of Holy Faith in Santa Fe.
        Published on: Sat February 25, 2012