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GOEBEL -- Martin A Goebel died in his home in Albuquerque, NM on Friday, April 9, 2010 at the age of 81 after a long battle with cancer. He was born November 8, 1928 to Anton and Margreth (Elmer) Goebel on their family farm in West Point, Nebraska. Martin attended rural District 65, and then graduated from Guardian Angels High School in the class of 1945. He then entered the U.S. Army in 1947 and was stationed in Korea and Japan. After his discharge in 1949, he attended Loyola University of Los Angeles where he met and married Diana Kinley. During this time Martin was actively involved in the new and upcoming field of data processing and the eventual computer business. They then moved to Arizona where he was one of the first to become a computer operator, programmer, and salesman for the UNIVAC Division of Sperry Rand. In 1976 they were transferred to Albuquerque, NM as State Manager for the Commercial Division. He remained at that position until he retired in 1988. Martin and his wife Diana purchased a motor home and traveled extensively to the different parts of Canada and the United States, especially New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado and the Northeast States, until 2005 when his wife Diana died of cancer. He was also involved in genealogy of his Goebel family roots, with over 7200 family members in his database. He did much of his research on the Internet, as well as through manual means, and arranged a number of family reunions in both Fremont and West Point. His greatest reward was at their first family reunion in Fremont, when two childhood friends from West Point of over 50 years greeted each other by saying "I didn't know that we were related". In 2008 he met and married Iris Goodrich of Albuquerque where they lived until his death. Survivors include: his wife Iris; a son, Daniel M. (and wife Deborah) Goebel of Peoria, AZ; daughter Susan A. (and husband Jon) Heck of Glendale, AZ; four grandchildren, Jason (and wife Trish) Goebel and Heather Goebel of Peoria, AZ; Jennifer and Catlin Heck in Glendale, AZ; as well as 3 step-grandchildren; a brother Alphonse of Fremont; sisters Leona Kasik of Norfolk and Louise (and husband Orion) Schultzkump of West Point. Martin was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Patricia who died in 1998; a brother, William H.; and a sister, Sister M Rosita. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday April 16, 2010 at 10:00 A.M. at Risen Savior Catholic Community, 7701 Wyoming Blvd NE, with a reception to follow. Rosary will be recited Friday evening at 6:00 P.M at French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd NE, with visitation prior to the rosary at 5:30 P.M. He will be buried in a private ceremony at a later date in the family plot in West Point, Nebraska. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Martin's name to one of the following charities: VistaCare Hospice at (505) 821-5454; Melanoma Research Foundation at (800) 673-1290; American Institute of Cancer Research at (800) 843-8114. Please visit our online guestbook for Martin at www.RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd NE (505) 275-3500
        Published on: Sun April 11, 2010

HIGGINS -- Maureen Higgins, 67, a resident of Rio Rancho for 40 years passed away Thursday, April 1, 2010. She is survived by husband of 43 years Paul Higgins; one daughter, Kimberly Higgins; one son, Richard Higgins all of Rio Rancho, NM; one sister, Winifred Antion; two brothers, Martin Cullinan, Robert Cullinan all of Long Island, NY. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 am, Sunday, April 18, 2010, Daniels Family Funeral, Sara Road Chapel, 4310 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM. For those who wish, you may send condolences to the family at www.danielsfuneral.com. Arrangements area entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-892-9920
        Published on: Sun April 11, 2010

GALLEGOS -- Higinio J. (Gene) Gallegos, 88, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 3, 2010. He was preceded in death by his parents, Antonio and Celia Gallegos; his sister, Santos Baca; his brother, Frank Gallegos; and his son, James Gallegos. He is survived by his wife, Flora; his children, Mary Ann Duffy and husband, James, June Tafoya and husbad, Isaac, Stella Vallejos and husband, Bartolo, Arthur Gallegos, Virginia Gallegos, Patricia Sanchez and husband, Billy, Angelo Gallegos and wife, Beatrice, Manuel Gallegos and wife, Dianna. Higinio is also survived by his sisters, Tillie Martinez, Priscilla Duran and husband, Bernave; and brother, Joe Gallegos and wife, Donnie, along with numeorus nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, as well as a large extended family. Higinio was a proud Combat Veteran of World War II (Asiatic-Pacific Theater - Luzon and Phillipine Liberation) in the US Army (Staff Sergeant). He retired from the Veterans Hospital in Albuquerque. He was a lifelong member in various veteran organizations. He will be remembered as a loving husband, a caring brother, an inspirational father, and an unconditional loving grandfather. A Rosary will be recited on Wednesday evening, April 7, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Francis Xavier Church, 820 Broadway Blvd SE. Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, April 8, 2010 also at St. Francis Xavier Church at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at 1:30 p.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery, 501 N. Guadalupe St., Santa Fe, NM. Pallbearers will be Rick Gallegos, Nickolas Mendoza, Matthew Gallegos, Martin Baca, Dennis Gallegos and Mario Sisneros. Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW is in charge of funeral arrangements, (505) 247-4124. Memorial contributions may be made to NM Veterans Memorial, 1100 Louisiana Blvd SE Albuquerque, NM 87108, (505) 256-2046. GOD BLESS YOU DADDY...We will miss you.
        Published on: Wed April 07, 2010

GONZALES -- Elisa E. Gonzales April 7, 1950- March 28, 2007 Happy 60th Birthday Elisa!! We love and miss you everyday. Martin, Juan, Rebecca, Nana y toda la familia. "Nunca te olvidaremos."
        Published on: Wed April 07, 2010

GALLEGOS -- Higinio J. (Gene) Gallegos, 88, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 3, 2010. He was preceded in death by his parents, Antonio and Celia Gallegos; his sister, Santos Baca; his brother, Frank Gallegos; and his son, James Gallegos. He is survived by his wife, Flora; his children, Mary Ann Duffy and husband, James, June Tafoya and husbad, Isaac, Stella Vallejos and husband, Bartolo, Arthur Gallegos, Virginia Gallegos, Patricia Sanchez and husband, Billy, Angelo Gallegos and wife, Beatrice, Manuel Gallegos and wife, Dianna. Higinio is also survived by his sisters, Tillie Martinez, Priscilla Duran and husband, Bernave; and brother, Joe Gallegos and wife, Donnie, along with numeorus nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, as well as a large extended family. Higinio was a proud Combat Veteran of World War II (Asiatic-Pacific Theater - Luzon and Phillipine Liberation) in the US Army (Staff Sergeant). He retired from the Veterans Hospital in Albuquerque. He was a lifelong member in various veteran organizations. He will be remembered as a loving husband, a caring brother, an inspirational father, and an unconditional loving grandfather. A Rosary will be recited on Wednesday evening, April 7, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Francis Xavier Church, 820 Broadway Blvd SE. Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, April 8, 2010 also at St. Francis Xavier Church at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at 1:30 p.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery, 501 N. Guadalupe St., Santa Fe, NM. Pallbearers will be Rick Gallegos, Nickolas Mendoza, Matthew Gallegos, Martin Baca, Dennis Gallegos and Mario Sisneros. Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW is in charge of funeral arrangements, (505) 247-4124. Memorial contributions may be made to NM Veterans Memorial, 1100 Louisiana Blvd SE Albuquerque, NM 87108, (505) 256-2046. GOD BLESS YOU DADDY...We will miss you.
        Published on: Tue April 06, 2010

BOHN -- Lt. Col. Frank LeRoy Bohn, USAF Ret. died March 23, 2010 at his home in Escazu, Costa Rica at the age of 89, leaving a legacy of his dedication to the pursuit of knowledge, education, hard work, and commitment to family. He married Marian Elizabeth Duggan February 16, 1943. She preceded him in death July 26, 1989. He married Alice Centeno Martin of San Jose, Costa Rica May 14, 1994. Frank is survived by his wife, Alice Bohn; children, Barbara (Greg) Canavan of Los Alamos, NM, Marilyn (Tilford) Harp of Albuquerque, NM, Kristi (Robert) McHugh of Prescott, AZ, Roy (Laura) Bohn of Los Alamos, NM; grandchildren John Canavan, Heather Canavan, Erik Harp, Adam Harp, Shawn McHugh, Jessie Bohn; great- grandchildren, Saeble Harp, McKynah Harp; his sisters, Alice Veazie, Gloria (Frances) Lorette; step-children, Christian Hangen, Ingrid (Jordi) Triquell, Erika (Edgardo) Gamboa; step-grandchildren, Montserrat Triquell, Santiago Triquell, Rafael Aguilar, Javier Gamboa, Daniel Gamboa; and many nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Hazel Wadsworth; and his parents, Frederick and Hazel (Learned) Bohn. Frank lived an amazing life. He was born in Hackensack, New Jersey May 9, 1920 and graduated from Rockland HS, Maine. Throughout his distinguished Air Force career, he served as a fighter pilot during WW II, as Operations Officer for the 512th Fighter Interceptor Squadron in England, implemented the USAF Academy Air Field for cadet training, and worked in base operations in many states, England, and Vietnam. He retired from Kirtland Air Base in Albuquerque and resided in Albuquerque, New Mexico until moving to Costa Rica. Frank leaves behind a far-reaching community of family and friends who cherished his wit, his stories of unusual life experiences, his gift of solving any problem, and dedication to those he loved. He was greatly loved and will be greatly missed. Memorial contributions may be made to a children's or veteran's charity of choice in Frank's name.
        Published on: Sun April 04, 2010

HALAS -- Eugene J. "Geno" Halas, 64, a resident of Albuquerque since 1975, left this home for the next after a courageous battle with cancer, on Monday, March 29, 2010. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Conchie Halas of Albuquerque; daughters Ronni Lynn Mabin and husband, Rob of Pennsylvania; Laniya Howe and husband, Will; sons Gabe Padilla and fiance, Jessica Gaede; Jonathon Halas; Jeremy Halas and fiance, Ericka Santiago, all of Albuquerque; David Halas and wife, Jessica of Indiana; Bruce Halas and fiance, Shanna Von Dran of Illinois; grandchildren Nick, Eric, Mia, Savina, Avery, Emmaline, Elijah, Ella, and Evelyn; sister Patricia Boggs and husband, Bob of Arizona; brother Ronald Halas and wife, Margaret of Pennsylvania; a large family; and devoted friends Joel Straquadine, Steve Dillman, Martin Garcia and Good Ol' Sheree Blackard. Geno was preceded in death by his parents John and Mary Halas. Mr. Halas served in the US Army during the Vietnam Conflict. He recently retired from the UNM Physical Plant, Area One where he worked for 23 and 1/2 years devoted to the South Campus. He was truly a Lobo Legend. A rosary will be recited, Sunday, April 4 at 7:00 p.m. at French - Lomas Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Mass will be celebrated Monday, April 5 at 10:00 a.m. at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5311 Phoenix Ave NE. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, 1900 Edith Blvd NE. Pallbearers will be Gabe Padilla, Jonathon, Jeremy, David, and Bruce Halas, Will and Eric Howe, Rob Mabin and Joseph DiBernardo; Honorary pallbearers will be Joel Straquadine, Martin Garcia, Tony Jaramillo and Steve Dillman. Friends may visit French - Lomas Chapel one hour prior to the rosary. The Halas family would like to thank the UNM Cancer Center for their exceptional care. GO LOBOS!!!! Please visit our online guestbook for Geno at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
        Published on: Sun April 04, 2010

MITCHELL -- Elizabeth "Betty" Mitchell, 88, long time resident of Albuquerque and current resident of Tijeras, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Thursday, April 1, 2010. She is survived by her daughters, Suzanne Martin and Cheryl Cox and husband Gary; grandsons, Justin, Steve, and Jim Cox, and Michael Martin; and her great-grandchildren. Betty was preceded in death by her son, Richard Leverenz. Betty had a great love of the outdoors and gardening. She had a talent for floral design. Her children have wonderful memories of the parties she hosted as they were growing up. She will always be remembered as a lover of life and all its creatures. She especially loved sitting on her porch and watching the bunnies and bears. A private family gathering will be held. Should friends desire, contributions may be made in her name to Presbyterian Hospice 8300 Constitution Ave NE Albuquerque, NM 87110. Please visit our online guestbook for Betty at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
        Published on: Sun April 04, 2010

HALAS -- Eugene J. "Geno" Halas, 64, a resident of Albuquerque since 1975, left this home for the next after a courageous battle with cancer, on Monday, March 29, 2010. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Conchie Halas of Albuquerque; daughters Ronni Lynn Mabin and husband, Rob of Pennsylvania; Laniya Howe and husband, Will; sons Gabe Padilla and fiance, Jessica Gaede; Jonathon Halas; Jeremy Halas and fiance, Ericka Santiago, all of Albuquerque; David Halas and wife, Jessica of Indiana; Bruce Halas and fiance, Shanna Von Dran of Illinois; grandchildren Nick, Eric, Mia, Savina, Avery, Emmaline, Elijah, Ella, and Evelyn; sister Patricia Boggs and husband, Bob of Arizona; brother Ronald Halas and wife, Margaret of Pennsylvania; a large family; and devoted friends Joel Straquadine, Steve Dillman, Martin Garcia and Good Ol' Sheree Blackard. Geno was preceded in death by his parents John and Mary Halas. Mr. Halas served in the US Army during the Vietnam Conflict. He recently retired from the UNM Physical Plant, Area One where he worked for 23 and 1/2 years devoted to the South Campus. He was truly a Lobo Legend. A rosary will be recited, Sunday, April 4 at 7:00 p.m. at French - Lomas Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Mass will be celebrated Monday, April 5 at 10:00 a.m. at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5311 Phoenix Ave NE. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, 1900 Edith Blvd NE. Pallbearers will be Gabe Padilla, Jonathon, Jeremy, David, and Bruce Halas, Will and Eric Howe, Rob Mabin and Joseph DiBernardo; Honorary pallbearers will be Joel Straquadine, Martin Garcia, Tony Jaramillo and Steve Dillman. Friends may visit French - Lomas Chapel one hour prior to the rosary. The Halas family would like to thank the UNM Cancer Center for their exceptional care. GO LOBOS!!!! Please visit our online guestbook for Geno at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
        Published on: Sat April 03, 2010

HALAS -- Eugene J. "Geno" Halas, 64, a resident of Albuquerque since 1975, left this home for the next after a courageous battle with cancer, on Monday, March 29, 2010. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Conchie Halas of Albuquerque; daughters Ronni Lynn Mabin and husband, Rob of Pennsylvania; Laniya Howe and husband, Will; sons Gabe Padilla and fiance, Jessica Gaede; Jonathon Halas; Jeremy Halas and fiance, Ericka Santiago, all of Albuquerque; David Halas and wife, Jessica of Indiana; Bruce Halas and fiance, Shanna Von Dran of Illinois; grandchildren Nick, Eric, Mia, Savina, Avery, Emmaline, Elijah, Ella, and Evelyn; sister Patricia Boggs and husband, Bob of Arizona; brother Ronald Halas and wife, Margaret of Pennsylvania; a large family; and devoted friends Joel Straquadine, Steve Dillman, Martin Garcia and Good Ol' Sheree Blackard. Geno was preceded in death by his parents John and Mary Halas. Mr. Halas served in the US Army during the Vietnam Conflict. He recently retired from the UNM Physical Plant, Area One where he worked for 23 and 1/2 years devoted to the South Campus. He was truly a Lobo Legend. A rosary will be recited, Sunday, April 4 at 7:00 p.m. at French - Lomas Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Mass will be celebrated Monday, April 5 at 10:00 a.m. at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5311 Phoenix Ave NE. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, 1900 Edith Blvd NE. Pallbearers will be Gabe Padilla, Jonathon, Jeremy, David, and Bruce Halas, Will and Eric Howe, Rob Mabin and Joseph DiBernardo; Honorary pallbearers will be Joel Straquadine, Martin Garcia, Tony Jaramillo and Steve Dillman. Friends may visit French - Lomas Chapel one hour prior to the rosary. The Halas family would like to thank the UNM Cancer Center for their exceptional care. GO LOBOS!!!! Please visit our online guestbook for Geno at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
        Published on: Fri April 02, 2010