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GALLEGOS -- Harold R. Gallegos In loving memory of my beloved son Harold R. Gallegos On Your 9th Anniversary October 2nd, 2000 Harold: It's been nine years that God called you home. This day is the worst time of the year for me because it brings back such terrible memories for me. This is the day that changed all our lives forever. The pain I felt when they told me you were gone is a pain I live with everyday. "It seems like it was only yesterday". But for today with Gods help I will get through this difficult day. I know you are resting from all the pain, sorrows and tears in a place of warmth and comfort where there are no days and years. You will live in our hearts forever. For nothing loved is ever lost--------and you are loved so much. We all miss you dearly. I pray you are at peace. You will never be forgotten Your loving Mother, Pam, Adam Sampson, Alexis, Robert and your son Nic
        Published on: Fri October 02, 2009

SANCHEZ -- Reynaldo S. Sanchez, Sr., 68, a resident of Albuquerque for 42 years, died Saturday, September 26, 2009. He is survived by his two sons, Ray Sanchez and wife, Sylvia of Ruidoso Downs, NM and Daniel I. Sanchez and wife, Angel; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; siblings, Eloisa Perez and husband, Rudy, Toni Chavez and husband, Avie, Amie Baca and husband, Pete Sr., Vitalia Gallegos and husband Eulojio Gallegos, Lela Baca, Emma Sanchez Aragon, Chris Sanchez, and Ramon Sanchez; companion, Lillian Barela; and numerous other relatives and friends. Reynaldo was preceded in death by his wife, Carmen Torres Sanchez; son, Benjamin M. Sanchez; parents, Silvano and Pilar Sanchez; brothers, Juan, Leo and Selso Sanchez; and sister, Mary Parrish. He was born on July 2, 1941 in Ruidoso, NM and attended high school in Ruidoso. Reynaldo married Carmen Torres and they moved to Albuquerque where he went to work for the City of Albuquerque as a Transportation Officer until his retirement. He loved to hunt and spend time in the mountains. Reynaldo was a loving father and grandfather and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, Monday, September 28, 2009 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Cremation will follow and a Memorial Rosary and Mass will take place at Holy Ghost Catholic Church, 833 Arizona St. SE. on Wednesday, September 30, 2009, 10:00 a.m. Interment of cremated remains will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Please visit our online guestbook for Reynaldo at RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Mon September 28, 2009

GALLEGOS -- Rose S. Gallegos, 81, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on September 25, 2009 at home with her loving family at her side. Mrs. Gallegos is survived by her children, Bernie Baca Jr. and wife, Alice, George Gallegos Sr. and fiancee, Sheryl, Debra Gallegos, Robin Burris and husband, Johnny; her sister, Becky Gonzales; her brother, Cristobal Saavedra and wife Julia; her grandchildren, Berninie III, Nathan, Dominic, Freddie, George Jr., Paul, Cassie, Johnny Jr., Michael, and Ricky Jr.; 10 great-grandchildren; her very special and loved Goddaughters, Veronica and Annie; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Gallegos was preceded in death by her parents, Manuel and Miquela Saavedra; her husband, Lorenzo Gallegos; son, Rick Gallegos Sr.; granddaughter, Nina Gallegos; and her grandson, David Milagro Lorenzo Gallegos. Mrs. Gallegos was a member of the Catholic Church. Visitation will be Sunday, September 27, 2009 from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, 563 Atrisco SW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m., by Lorraine and Dorothy. Final visitation will be Monday at the Church from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated 9:00 a.m., Father Jerry Steinmetz, presider. Interment will follow at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Nathan Baca, Rick Gallegos Jr., Freddie Ramirez, George Gallegos Jr., Johnny Burris Jr., and Michael Burris. Honorary pallbearers will be Manuel Saavedra and Chris Saavedra Jr. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861 www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com
        Published on: Sun September 27, 2009

HERNANDEZ -- Manuelita (Minnie) Hernandez, 74 years old, devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother was called home to be with our Lord on Thursday, September 24, 2009, after a long illness. Twenty nine days after her beloved husband, Leo Hernandez was called home. She is survived by seven children, Jennifer Mendoza, husband Rudy, Judith Lopez and husband Rob, John Hernandez and wife Karen, all of Fresno, CA., Mike Hernandez, Priscilla Hernandez, Joey Hernandez, Suzanne Hernandez, all of Albuquerque, NM; two sisters, Estella Maes and Libby Waits, both of Albuquerque; and twelve grandchildren; and seven great grandchildren. Minnie was born in Ft. Sumner, NM May 3, 1935 to George Gallegos Sr. and Precillana Ortega-Gallegos. Minnie moved to Albuquerque when she was 3 years old, later on when she was 17 she met the love of her life, Leo and they only knew each other for three months and were married for 56 years. Minnie was a very proud American and proud of her Hispanic heritage. She was very active throughout her life and was awarded a metal by President Johnson for her esteemed volunterism and also her part in the human rights movement. Minnie was later invited to the inauguration for President Jimmy Carter. She joined the American G.I. Forum and held many titles throughout her membership, one of which she served as National Secretary which included local state and national queen coordinator and scholarship program. Her volunteer work allowed her to travel throughout the United States, which she thoroughly enjoyed. Minnie was active with Church Women United, Women in Community Service and the Alter Rosary Society at St. Anne's Catholic Church, along with the Job Corp. programs. Our mother was a beautiful Angel walking on earth, a wonderful person inside and out and will be extremely missed by her family and friends. She took much happiness being surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her parents, George Gallegos Sr. Esiquel and Prescillana Baca; two sisters, Erlinda McGrath and Florinda and Daniel Gonzales and a brother George Gallegos Jr, a brother in law Morris Maes. A viewing will be held on Wednesday, September 30, 2009 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Salazar and Sons funeral home. A Rosary will be prayed on Wednesday, September 30, 2009 at St. Anne's Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal Rd SW, Albuquerque, NM. On October 1, 2009 a Catholic Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m., also at St. Anne's church. Interment will follow at 1:00 p.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements are entrusted to Salazar and Sons Funeral Home, Albuquerque, New Mexico.
        Published on: Sun September 27, 2009

MARES -- MATTHEW SEAN MARES Age 23, passed away September 21, 2009 following a tragic accident. He was engaged to fiancee, Leslie Griego and expecting his second child. He was a loving son to Phillip F. Mares (Lena) and Sandra L. Gallegos (Chris Arrison); and a wonderful father to his son, Billy Sean Mares. He is also survived by his grandparents: Fred Mares, Virginia Mares, and Betty Gallegos; brothers: Joseph Vigil and Gabriel J. Mares; stepsister, Janae Norton; stepbrother, C.J. Arrison; aunts: Diane Valdez, Kathy Holmes (Wilbert), Corrine Pacheco (Presley Schmitt), Emily Gallegos, Yolanda Archuleta, Diane Wolfzahn and Jeanette Mares; uncles: Rick Gallegos (Talia Lucero), Jeff Gallegos (Annette), and Ron Pacheco; his great-grandmother, Lucy Mares; and his Pap Pap, D.D. Henderson; as well his sons, mother, Desiree Fischer and numerous cousins and close friends. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Richard Gallegos; and cousin, Jacyana Gallegos. Matthew was a wonderful father, and loved children and animals. He especially loved to hunt and fish. Serving as pallbearers will be: Jonathan Gallegos, Ken Roybal, and Raymond Pacheco. A Visitation will be held at Berardinelli Family Chapel on Thursday, September 24, 2009, 7:00 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held at 7th Day Adventist Church on Friday, September 25, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. with burial to follow at the Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Dinner will follow at the Elk's Lodge on Old Pecos Trail. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service 1399 Luisa Street Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 984-8600
        Published on: Thu September 24, 2009

CHAVEZ -- Manuel "Mannie" Chavez, 79, was called home to our Lord on September 20, 2009. Mannie was born January 1, 1930 to Enrique and Isabel Chavez and grew up in the small ranching community of La Palma, New Mexico. After his honorable service in the United States Army, he returned home and married his sweetheart, Magdalena "Maida" Chavez nee Leyba. They were married 56 years and had four children, Josephine, Donald, Eddie, and Angela. Mannie devoted most of his work life to Sears in Santa Fe as a sales manager in the appliance department. He moved to Moriarty after retiring from Sears and spent time building houses, cheering for the San Francisco 49ers and caring for grandchildren. He was a generous and compassionate person who together with his wife took care of extended family and aging parents for most of their married life. He is survived by his wife Maida; his daughter Josephine and her husband Jose Adame; his son Donald and his wife Elena; his son Eddie and his wife Sandra; and his daughter Angela and her husband Steve. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Emmanuel Lucero, Joseph Lucero, Vanessa Chavez, Mario Chavez, Olivia Chavez, Augustine Chavez, Armando Chavez, Divina Bruss, Thomas Romero, Candace Romero, Marcos Romero, and four great-grandchildren. Mannie loved his sisters very much and is survived by three sisters, Mela Encinias, Della Gonzales, and Isabel Gallegos. He is now in heaven with his sister, Clara Perez. A Visitation/Rosary will take place on Tuesday, September 22, 2009, from 6:00- 8:00 p.m., at Daniel's Family Funeral Services, Wyoming Chapel. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, September 23, 2009, at the Church of the Risen Savior; at 4:00 p.m. A private Burial will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Those who wish to express condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com Mannie's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd, NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
        Published on: Wed September 23, 2009

MARES -- Matthew Sean Mares, age 23, passed away September 21, 2009 following a tragic accident. He was engaged to fiance, Leslie Griego and expecting his second child. He was a loving son to Phillip F. Mares (Lena) and Sandra L. Gallegos (Chris Arrison); and a wonderful father to his son, Billy Sean Mares. He is also survived by his grandparents, Fred Mares, Virginia Mares, and Betty Gallegos; brothers, Joseph Vigil and Gabriel J. Mares; step- sister, Janae Norton; step- brother, C.J. Arrison; aunts, Diane Valdez, Kathy Holmes (Wilbert), Corrine Pacheco (Presley Schmitt), Emily Gallegos, Yolanda Pacheco, Diane Wolfzahn and Jeanette Mares; uncles, Rick Gallegos (Talia Lucero), Jeff Gallegos (Annette), and Ron Pacheco; his great- grandmother, Lucy Mares; and his Pap Pap, D.D. Henderson; as well his sons, mother, Desiree Fischer; and numerous cousins and close friends. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Richard Gallegos; and cousin, Jacyana Gallegos. Matthew was a wonderful father, and loved children and animals. He especially loved to hunt and fish. Serving as pallbearers will be Jonathan Gallegos, Ken Roybal, and Raymond Pacheco. A Visitation will be held at Berardinelli Family Chapel on Thursday, September 24, 2009, 7 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held at 7th Day Adventist Church on Friday, September 25, 2009 at 10 a.m. with burial to follow at the Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service 1399 Luisa Street Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 984-8600
        Published on: Wed September 23, 2009

CHAVEZ -- Manuel "Mannie" Chavez, 79, was called home to our Lord on September 20, 2009. Mannie was born January 1, 1930 to Enrique and Isabel Chavez and grew up in the small ranching community of La Palma, New Mexico. After his honorable service in the United States Army, he returned home and married his sweetheart, Magdalena "Maida" Chavez nee Leyba. They were married 56 years and had four children, Josephine, Donald, Eddie, and Angela. Mannie devoted most of his work life to Sears in Santa Fe as a sales manager in the appliance department. He moved to Moriarty after retiring from Sears and spent time building houses, cheering for the San Francisco 49ers and caring for grandchildren. He was a generous and compassionate person who together with his wife took care of extended family and aging parents for most of their married life. He is survived by his wife Maida; his daughter Josephine and her husband Jose Adame; his son Donald and his wife Elena; his son Eddie and his wife Sandra; and his daughter Angela and her husband Steve. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Emmanuel Lucero, Joseph Lucero, Vanessa Chavez, Mario Chavez, Olivia Chavez, Augustine Chavez, Armando Chavez, Divina Bruss, Thomas Romero, Candace Romero, Marcos Romero, and four great-grandchildren. Mannie loved his sisters very much and is survived by three sisters, Mela Encinias, Della Gonzales, and Isabel Gallegos. He is now in heaven with his sister, Clara Perez. A Visitation/Rosary will take place on Tuesday, September 22, 2009, from 6:00- 8:00 p.m., at Daniel's Family Funeral Services, Wyoming Chapel. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, September 23, 2009, at the Church of the Risen Savior; at 4:00 p.m. A private Burial will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Those who wish to express condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com Mannie's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd, NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
        Published on: Tue September 22, 2009

MONTOYA -- V. Michael Montoya (Raven), 56, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on September 17, 2009. Michael is survived by his beloved wife of 23 years, Lorraine Montoya; his children, Felicia L. Campos and fiance, Paul Gallegos, Michael A. Montoya and wife, Tiauna, Valerie A. Montoya and partner, Patrick Gomez; his mother, Lucille Montoya; his sisters, Yolanda Montoya and Elisia Montoya; his brothers, Ted Montoya and wife, Dottie, Juan Montoya, and Jacob Montoya; nine grandchildren and one on the way; and many other extended family and friends. Michael was preceded in death by his father, Vivian Montoya; and his son, Jeremy Campos. Michael was a member of the Catholic Church; a Veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, serving during the Vietnam Era; a driver for 10 years for A.B.F.; and a member of Teamsters Local 492. Visitation will be Monday, September 21, 2009 from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna Rd. NW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by the Legion of Mary. Final visitation will be Tuesday morning at the Church from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m., Father Gene Gries, presider. Interment will follow at Pajarito Cemetery. Pallbearers will Joseph Tapia, Paul Gallegos, David C. Montoya, Jacob Montoya, Michael Montoya, and Donald Wood. Honorary pallbearers will be Steven and Joe Tapia, Ted, Juan, John, Juanito, Robert and Stephen Montoya. The family requests in lieu of flowers donations be made to the UNM Children's Cancer Research Center, 1700 Lomas Blvd., NE, Two Woodward Ctr., Suite 100, Albuq., NM 87102. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. NW 243-7861 www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com
        Published on: Sun September 20, 2009

GALLEGOS -- Jake Gallegos, Jr., born July 26, 1931, died September 16, 2008. A year ago today at 6:45 a.m. the angels came for you. I miss you so much and my life and my heart are empty without you. Your sons, sisters and brother miss you too. You are always in our prayers. Rest in peace my darling husband. All my love forever your wife Pat
        Published on: Wed September 16, 2009