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Gomez -- Abelicio Gomez, a resident of Los Lunas, formally of Pueblitos, NM and Albuquerque, passed away at the age of 80 on Tuesday, October 22, 2002. Abelicio was the son of Nicanora Perelta Gomez and Ruperto Gomez. He was a member of the Catholic Church. He proudly served his country with the United States Army during WWII where he was honored with a Purple Heart. He then went on to serve his family. He retired from Sandia Base after 30 years of outstanding service. Abelicio was a great man, filled with laughter and love for his family. He hunted all his life until three years ago when he became ill. We will all miss him dearly. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Carmen Gomez; his six children, Rupert; Jerry; Victor and his wife, Inez; Cynthia; Diane Martinez; and Shirley Marks; three sisters, Nila Baca; Mary Gutierrez; and Helen Cordova; his 14 grandchildren; and nine great grandchildren. He is also survived by his loving nieces and nephews whom were a big part of his life. A viewing will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2002 from 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at Romero Funeral Home in Belen and on Sunday, October 27, 2002 at 4:00 p.m. with a Rosary following at 5:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church on Monday, October 28, at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at 1:30pm at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. We love you Daddy and we will never forget you! Your Silliness will live on in all of us forever. Pallbearers will be Victor, Rupert, Abe, Christopher, Vicente Marks, and Robert Marquez. Honorary Pallbearers will be Alfonso Morales, Jesus Gomez, and Jerry. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM� 87002.
        Published on: Fri October 25, 2002

Tafoya -- Ana Mae"Honey" Tafoya, 73, a resident of Tijeras, NM, formally of Moriarty, NM, passed away Monday October 21, 2002, in Tijeras, NM. She was born February 6, 1929 to Luis and Clementina (Aranda) Trujillo, in San Antonito, NM. Mrs. Tafoya married Fred Tafoya May 5, 1960 in Albuquerque, NM, he survives her of thier home. Mrs. Tafoya was a member of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church in Moriarty, NM. She enjoyed crocheting and doing puzzles. Other survivors include son Adelaido and wife, Alveria Quintana; step-son Alfred Tafoya; daughters Mary and husband, Ralph Martinez, Jane and Miguel Contreras, Louisa and Victor Gonzales, Bernadette and Pat Lovato; brother, Elfego and Tresa Trujillo; sisters, Maltelda Gonzales and Cecelia and Gene Torrez; 21 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. A Rosary will be recited Thursday, October 24, 2002, 7:00 p.m., and the Mass will be celebrated Friday, October 25, 2002, 10:00 a.m. both at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church in Moriarty, with Father Anthony Martinez. Burial will follow in the Martinez Cemetery south west of Edgewood, NM. Pallbearers will be Leroy Greer, Richard Greer, Richard Quintana, Johnny Ayala, Michael Trujillo and James Lovato Jr.. Honorary Pallbearers will be Timmy Gonzales, Jimmy Gallegos, Jerry Cordova, and Juanito Martinez. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Harris-Hanlon Mortuary in Moriarty, NM 832-6130.
        Published on: Thu October 24, 2002

Sandoval -- Lee Sandoval, 85, went home to be with the Lord on October 18, 2002. A musician and retired welder from General Electric, Lee was born in Chilili, NM and lived most his life in Albuquerque. Preceded in death by his wife, Mela, Lee is survived by sons; Lee Sandoval Jr. and wife Louise, Patrick Sandoval and wife Melissa, Frank Cordova, Albert Cordova and wife, Rhonda; daughters, Yvonne Lara and husband, Jose, Geraldine Maes and husband, Arnold, Sandra Mendoza and husband, Larry; numerous grandchildren; and great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, October 22, 2002 at the Living Waters Church, 7002 Acoma Road S.E., at 7:00 p.m. and will be officiated by Edward Montoya. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Vista Care Hospice, 5201 Venice Ave., Suite A, Alb, NM 87113. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008
        Published on: Tue October 22, 2002

Nevarez -- Quinn J. Nevarez, 35, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away suddenly on October 8, 2002. Quinn was born on March 13, 1967 in Germany to Jose and Dietlinde Egler Nevarez. He was a very loving and devoted husband and father. Quinn had attended St. Bernadette Catholic Church and recently became a member of Eastgate Church in Albuquerque. His favorite pastime was watching old western movies and spending time with his children. He was preceded in death by his brother, Victor Campbell. Quinn is survived by his beloved wife, Esther Nevarez of the family home; his precious children, Quinn, Jr., Jacob, and only daughter, Alina; his step-children, Frank Alire and wife, Virginia, Louis Alire, all of Albuquerque; his father, Jose Nevarez and Alicia of Albuquerque; mother, Dietlinde and husband, Alfred Reiss of Germany; grandson, Adrian; brothers, Anthony Nevarez and wife, Bernadette, Noel Nevarez, both of Albuquerque; step-brothers, Brian Campbell, Dirk Reiss; brothers-in-law, John, James, Jose, Ray; sisters-in-law, Shari, Linda, Lorraine, Denise; aunts, Sally Neal, Virginia Nevarez, Debbie Cordova, Gloria Nevarez, Ann Nevarez; uncles, Charlie Nevarez, Cruz Nevarez, Danny Nevarez, Ralph Neal, Frank Cordova; numerous cousins, nieces and nephews including his loving nieces, Vanessa and Melissa; very special friends, Andrew Valenzuela, David and Stephanie Savage, Co-Madre, Anna and Steve Encinias; and his canine companion, Scar. He will be dearly missed by all of his family and friends. A visitation for Quinn will be held on Wednesday, October 16, 2002 at 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Sunrise Funeral Options, with a Rosary being recited at 6:30 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, October 17, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Bernadette Catholic Church (11401 Indian School Rd. NE) with Deacon Byron Wicker, Officiant. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Frank Alire, Anthony Nevarez, Noel Nevarez, Sal Nevarez, Aaron Nevarez, and Carlos Nevarez. Services are under the care of Sunrise Funeral Options, 2400 Southern Blvd., Rio Rancho, NM (505) 891-9192.
        Published on: Thu October 17, 2002

Valencia -- Prisca Valencia, age 84, and a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully September 27, 2002, with her family at her side. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Prisca was preceded in death by her husband, George Valencia and her daughter, Vangie Cordova. She is survived by her children Leroy Valencia and wife, Lupita, Corrine Marquez and husband, Bernie, George Valencia Jr. and wife, Geri, Dorothy Jiron and husband, Adolph, Rosie Sierra, Carol Serna, Irene Archuleta and Alfred Roybal, Jimmy Valencia and wife, Bertha, Peggy Valencia, Michael Valencia and wife, Veronica; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, other family members and friends who loved and will miss her. A memorial mass will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 4th and Stover SW., on Tuesday, November 12, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuquerque. 505-343-8008.
        Published on: Sun October 06, 2002

Garcia -- Lucinda Garcia, age 88, beloved and devoted mother, grandmother, and sister was called home to be with the Lord our Savior, Thursday, September 26, 2002, while surrounded by her loving family. Lucinda was a resident of Albuquerque; and a parishioner of Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Garcia; and a son, Benjamin Garcia. She is survived by her loving children, Raymond Garcia, Vivian Garcia and wife Nena, Orlando Garcia, Abie Garcia and wife Margaret, Mary Cordova and husband Jake, Cris Worrell, Cecilia Enriquez and husband Albert, and Rita Riboni; 17 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; and one great great granddaughter. Also surviving are two sisters, Jesusita Garcia, Reyes Grigo; and many other relatives. Lucinda will be greatly missed by her loving family and by those who knew and loved her. Visitations will be Sunday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary. A rosary will be recited Sunday evening at 7:00 p.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. Funeral services will be conducted Monday morning at 10:00 also at the church. Interment will follow at San Carlos Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Brian Riboni, Orlando Garcia, Vivian Garcia, Raymond Garcia, Abie Garcia and Bill Worrell. Funeral services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW
        Published on: Sun September 29, 2002

Garcia -- Lucinda Garcia, age 88, beloved and devoted mother, grandmother, and sister was called home to be with the Lord our Savior, Thursday, September 26, 2002, while surrounded by her loving family. Lucinda was a resident of Albuquerque; and a parishioner of Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. She is survived by her loving children, Raymond Garcia, Vivian Garcia and wife Nena, Orlando Garcia, Abie Garcia and wife Margaret, Mary Cordova and husband Jake, Cris Worrell, Cecilia Enriquez and husband Albert, and Rita Riboni; 17 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter. Also surviving are two sisters, Jesusita Garcia, Reyes Grigo; and many other relatives. Lucinda will be greatly missed by her loving family and by those who knew and loved her. Visitations will be Sunday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary. A Rosary will be recited Sunday evening at 7:00 p.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. Funeral services will be conducted Monday morning at 10:00 a.m. also at the church. Interment will follow at San Carlos Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Brian Riboni, Orlando Garcia, Vivian Garcia, Raymond Garcia, Abie Garcia and Bill Worrell. Funeral services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW
        Published on: Sat September 28, 2002

Garcia -- Mrs. Susie A. Garcia,73, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on September 17, 2002.� Mrs. Garcia is the beloved mother to, Sally J. Grantham, Wilma A. Garcia and husband, Clark Hardgrave, WIlliam L. Garcia and wife, Marian and Debra S. Orozco; she is also survived by her brothers, Leo Baca and wife, Kathy, Ray Baca and wife, Mable, Johnny Baca and wife Mary Ann; 12 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Garcia was a member of the Catholic Church. A visitation will be Friday morning from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at St. Anne Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal SW with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 by Father Daniel Balizan. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be, Timothy Schoonover, Clark Hardgrave, Gordon Cougle, Jim Ryder, Dominic Cordova and Victor Baca. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
        Published on: Thu September 19, 2002

Cardenas -- A visitation for Maurice (Marcos) Cardenas will be Thursday afternoon from 3:30 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW with a Funeral Service to be held at 4:00 p.m. by Pastor Jack Conner. Interment will follow at the San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be, Jeffrey Cordova, Ronnie Lee Blea, Anthony Blea, Jacob Cardenas, Robert Franco and Michael Ortiz. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
        Published on: Thu September 12, 2002

Cardenas -- In loving memory of Maurice (Marcos) Cardenas, 28, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on September 8, 2002 as a result of a swimming accident. Marcos is the beloved son to Trini and Theresa Cardenas; beloved brother to two sisters, Antoinette and Angel and to one brother, Jacob.� Marcos is also survived by his maternal grandparents, Wilfrido and Phyllis Cordova and Carmen Ortiz; special aunts and uncles, Willie, Barbara, Michael and Jeanette; several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Marcos was a member of Victory Love Fellowship Church and was an avid runner and weight lifter. He will be missed by all that knew and loved him. A visitation for Marcos will be Thursday afternoon from 3:30 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW with a Funeral Service to be held at 4:00 p.m. by Pastor Jack Conner. Interment will follow at the San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Gabaldon Mortuary in charge of the arrangements.
        Published on: Wed September 11, 2002