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VAN DAMME, ELIZABETH (BETTY) Age 81, was called home to the Lord on Thursday, November 7, 2013. She was preceded in death by her son Anthony (Scooby) Van Damme. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Tony Van Damme; her son Michael Van Damme; daughter Becky Pelletier and husband Paul; daughter Gina Cordova; daughter Rose Bell and husband Jim; She found great joy in her grandchildren, Lauren, Tristan, Mark, Michael and Ernest. She was a loving wife and devoted mother and grandmother. She was born in Yakima, Washington and came to Albuquerque to work as a secretary at The Franciscan Hotel. A co-worker, Theresa Van Damme introduced Betty to her brother Tony and four months later they were married. You could often find mom and dad at the bingo and mom always let dad know when his Dallas Cowboys were playing. She loved to have lunch with her daughters and shop for shoes. She was a very Christian woman and had great faith. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. A Rosary will be recited at 8:00 am on Tuesday, November 12, 2013 followed by a funeral Mass at 9:00 celebrating her life at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic church located at 1860 Griegos Road NW. The family of Betty would also like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at Lovelace Women's Hospital for their kindness in treating our mother. Arrangements by Riverside Funeral Home.
        Published on: Sat November 09, 2013

TAFOYA, DELLA A year has passed my love and memories will last forever. -- Vince Cordova. REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations 2400 Washington Street NE 884-5777
        Published on: Mon November 04, 2013

CORDOVA, MARY LOU 1947-2013 On October 26th, just one day after her 66th birthday, Mary Lou passed away in her home surrounded by her beloved husband, Michael Mendoza and her loving family. She was driven by her zest for life and never lost her will and spirit and her faith in God. Anyone who knew Mary Lou knows that she put everyone else's needs before her own, and even though she herself suffered many years of illness, she always took in and cared for family and friends. She was multi-talented, the hairdresser, seamstress and chef of the neighborhood; she was even featured in the Albuquerque Journal for her famous green chile enchilada casserole. But nothing lit up her life and brought her more joy than her adoring grandchildren, Gino and Jade, who made her forget that she was ill when they were by her side. She only had one daughter, Avalon, but she filled Mary Lou's heart and home with a large family. She felt the greatest love and honor to be blessed with her step-grandchildren who came into her life and into her heart. Her dad, Ramon; sisters, Alma and Ramona; brothers, Louie Ray and Michael; her deceased mom, Pula and brother, Manuel were her heart and soul; a bond that is a special blessing from heaven. She was the favorite among many family members, especially Aunt Jennie who cared for her like a daughter and her loving Aunt Elvira. Her family and circle of friends grew, they were touched by her compassion and strong will; everywhere the family went someone would ask for her in genuine concern. Mary Lou's life would not have been as long or her heart as full if not for her angels and love of her life, Michael and Avalon. Mary Lou was an unselfish soul whose contagious smile and sparkling eyes will never be forgotten. She was preceded in death by her mother, Pula Romero Griego; father, Manuel B. Gabaldon; brother, Manuel E. Gabaldon; Gramita Maria G. Romero; and father-in-law, Richard Mendoza. Mary Lou is survived by her beloved husband, Michael Mendoza; beloved daughter, Avalon Cordova and husband, Robert Gonzales; loving dad, Ramon V. Griego; two sisters, Alma and husband, Fred Jaramillo and Ramona J. Griego and partner, Cynthia Romero; two brothers, Louie Ray and wife, Debbie Griego and Michael and wife, Belma Griego; sister-in-law (sister), Viola Gabaldon; mother-in-law, Mickey Mendoza; seven brothers-in-law, Rick and wife, Corey, Louie, Shane and wife, Gwen, Anthony, Vanson and Tommy Mendoza and Manny Sena; two beloved grandchildren, Gino and Jade Gonzales; three step-grandchildren, Anthony and wife, Becky Gonzales, Kimberly Gonzales and partner, Fabian Harada and Lisa and husband, Joe Romero; four step-great-grandchildren, Celina Gonzales, Anthony and Dominic Gonzales and Gabby Romero. She is also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. All services will be held at San Clemente Catholic Church, on Wednesday, October 30, beginning with a Viewing at 8:30 a.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 9:30 a.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Valencia Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Louie Mendoza, Eddie Sisneros, Manuel Gabaldon III, Neil Jaramillo, Joel Jaramillo, Louie Ray Griego Jr., Michael Griego Jr. and CJ Lucero. Honorary Pallbearers will be Cynthia Romero, Martina Anchondo, Mary Belle Tabet and Rosemary Duran. A special thank you from the family to Amy Tafoya who was more than a caregiver to her and a blessing to us all and to the wonderful staff at Ambercare Hospice. Sign Mary Lou's online tribute at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM
        Published on: Tue October 29, 2013

CORDOVA, ISIDORO LEROY 1946 - 2013 Leroy Cordova, age 66 passed away peacefully in his sleep on October 20, 2013 at his home in Albuquerque. He was born December 15, 1946 in Vadito, NM in Taos County. His parents were Lauriano Cordova and Manuelita Cordova. He received his education at New Mexico School for the Visually Handicapped in Alamogordo, NM. He attended New Mexico State University. His career started as a tax examiner with the IRS in New Orleans. He returned to Albuquerque in 1980, to work for the Federation for the Blind. It was here that he met the love of his life, Ruth Yvonne Cordova and her daughter, Alicia. On August 24, 2002 they were married. Leroy started a new career in 1990 as an Agent for NM Child Support Services. He worked there for 20 years until his retirement in 2010. He is survived by his loving wife, Ruth Yvonne Cordova; his daughters: Alicia McKeog (Donald), Jodi Lee Kirtland (Steve); brothers: Clarence Cordova (Irene); Gustavo Cordova (Diane); Joe Dale Cordova (Maria), and sister-in-law, Wilma Cordova. He was also blessed with seven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by parents Lauriano and Manuelita Cordova; and a brother, Acorsinio Cordova. Rosary at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 24, 2013 at Holy Family Church located at 562 Atrisco Drive SW in Albuquerque. Funeral Mass will be held the following day at 9:00 a.m. at Holy Family Church.
        Published on: Wed October 23, 2013

SILVA, OLIVAMA "MRS. SILVA" passed away peacefully Tuesday, September 17, 2013. She was born to Jose Maria and Claudina Alire of Ojo Caliente October 20, 1921. Mrs. Silva was preceded in death by her husband, Henry; son, Leroy; parents, Jose Maria and Claudina Alire and sisters, Perfecta Alire and Virginia Lopez. Mrs. Silva took great pride in caring for her yard with her flowers and fruit trees. She enjoyed embroidering towels, making jelly, puzzles, traveling and most of all visiting family. She retired from the Espanola Hospital where she specialized in making salads and desserts. Mrs. Silva is survived by her daughter, Henrietta Borrego (Larry) of Cordova; sons, Orlando (Mary) of Albuquerque, Jim (Marnie) of California, Larry of NV, Johnny (Veronica) of Espanola, Gary (Debra) of Colorado, Philip (Christina) of Las Cruces and Michael (Shay) of Corrales; sisters, Agnes Grace of California, Agatha Trujillo (Julian) of California and Rosie Sanchez (John) of California; sister-in-law Teodorito (Teddy) Garcia, 20 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; 5 great-great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews that she loved very much. Services will be held on Saturday, October 19, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. at the Shrine of St. Bernadette Catholic Church in Albuquerque, N.M. with a burial to follow at the Vista Verde memorial Park in Rio Rancho. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, a donation of your choice be made in her name. The family of Olivama Silva has entrusted their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory of the Espanola Valley. 505-747-7477 - www.devargasfuneral.com
        Published on: Fri October 18, 2013

MARTINEZ, ALBERT L. Albert passed away on October 11th with his family at his side. He was born in Albuquerque on November 22, 1928. He is survived by wife Camila; sons Anthony and wife Jane, Ruben and wife Patricia, Leroy Anaya, Victor and Alex; daughters Lucille & partner Dennis Chavez, Sylvia Griego and husband Leroy, and Maria; sisters Gloria Garcia, Marcella Anaya, Gloria Serna, Patricia Baca, Mary Lou Naranjo and Virginia Martinez; 15 grandchildren; & 16 great- grand children. He was preceded in death by his parents Esiquel Martinez and Aurelia Cordova, sons Larry and Ruben, granddaughter Camile Martinez and grandson AJ Anaya and brother Frankie Martinez. He was a veteran of the US Air Force and retired from the VA Hospital. He was a lifetime member of the Zapata Club and the VFW. He loved fast pitch softball. Services will be Wednesday, October 16 at St Anne Church on Arenal. Viewing 8:00 - 8:30am; Rosary 8:30 - 9:00am; Funeral Mass 9:00 - 10:00am; with burial to follow at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers are Lee Tapia, Santos Trujillo, Chris Gallegos, John Garcia, Dickie Garcia, Lawrence Villanueva. Honorary Pallbearers are Steven Tapia, Sylvia Martinez, Felicia Martinez and Debra Martinez.
        Published on: Tue October 15, 2013

CORDOVA, CECILIA "SALLY" MONTOYA of Pueblo, Colorado, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 5, 2013 at her son's home in Tijeras, New Mexico. Sally was born May 13, 1922 to Jose G. Archibeque and Trinidad (Chavez) Archibeque in Palma, New Mexico. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Cordova; sister, Aurelia Larranaga; brothers, Victor Archibeque, Max Archibeque and Trinidad Salazar; grandson, David Herrera and great granddaughter, Juanita Vigil. Sally is survived by her son, Ernest Archibeque and wife Margarita. She is also survived by daughter, Patsy Herrera and husband David and by two half sisters, Mary Santoya and Virginia Cassidy; her grandchildren, Yvonne Vigil, Brian Archibeque, Carol Chavez and Jennifer Archibeque-Morales. Other survivors include thirteen great- grandchildren, seventeen great-great- grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces and nephews, other family members and dear friends, whom she loved dearly and will miss her greatly. Services will be held at Holy Child Parish in Tijeras, New Mexico on Thursday, October 10, 2013. A Rosary will be recited at 9:30 a.m., followed by the Mass of Christian Burial being Celebrated at 10:00 a.m., with Father Mark Granito, celebrant. A meal will be served at the parish hall immediately following the services. Interment will then follow at the Larranaga Family Ranch Cemetery in Red Hills, New Mexico. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008.
        Published on: Wed October 09, 2013

HARRISON, MONICA H. a resident of Los Lunas, New Mexico, passed away on Sunday, September 29, 2013. She was born August 20, 1939 in San Pedro, New Mexico to Jose and Emena Montoya. Mrs. Harrison was preceded in death by her parents; her former husband, Nicanor Gallegos and granddaughter, Denelia Maestas. She is survived by her loving husband, Stanley Harrison of the family home; her daughter, Daisy Sheila Cornelison and husband Marty; stepchildren, Deborah, Myra and James; her brother, Joe A. Montoya and wife Viola; her sisters, Helen Salazar and husband Alex, Maxine Ramirez, Janette Ramirez and husband Ralph and Therese Maestas and husband Bengy; special grandchildren, James Maestas, Elaine Cordova and husband Josh Cornelison Jr., and Eric Cornelison; 20 grandchildren and great grandchildren; and many cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives, loving friends and neighbors. All services will be held on Thursday October 3, 2013, beginning with a viewing at 1:00 PM, at Trinity at the Marketplace Church, located at 2520 Chama NE in Albuquerque. Funeral service will be celebrated at 2:00 PM with Fr. Harold Trott officiating. Serving the family as pallbearers will be James Maestas and Jr. Cornelison, James Harrison, Josh Cordova, Alex Salazar and Ralph Ramirez. Please visit Monica's online guest register at www.riversidefunerals.com Services entrusted to: RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 505-764-9663
        Published on: Thu October 03, 2013

CORDOVA, ELIZABETH (BETTY) J. age 77, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on September 29, 2013 at home with her family at her side. Mrs. Cordova is survived by her children, Joe Cordova and wife, Yvonne, Michael Cordova and wife, Liz, Yolanda Fernandez, Yvonne Rimbert and husband, Mark; sister, Grace Andrade; nine grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren and one on the way; one great-great-grandchild on the way; many nieces, nephews cousins and friends. Mrs. Cordova was preceded in death by her husband, Maurice; daughter, Monica Cordova; niece, Angelica Rayl; and son in law, Charles Fernandez. A Tribute Service will be Thursday, October 3, 2013 in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel at 10:30 a.m., presider will be long time family friend, Pastor Larry Allen. Committal Service will be Friday, October 4, 2013 at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 9:45 a.m. Please visit www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com to sign the online guestbook. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW (505) 243-7861
        Published on: Tue October 01, 2013

CORDOVA, VALERIE ANN Valerie Ann Cordova moved on to eternal life in the Kingdom of Heaven with our Lord Jesus Christ on September 25, 2013. She was born in Albuquerque, NM on April 11, 1963 to Rosella Cordova and Manuel T. Cordova. She was preceded in death by her loving father, Manuel Teodoro (Ted) Cordova. She is survived by her mother; Rosella Cordova, brother; Tom Cordova and wife Cindi, sisters; Susan Lopez and husband Tim, Denise Mello and husband Spencer, nephews and nieces; Carlos Cordova, Ben Cordova and wife Caley, Victor Cordova and fiance Courtney Harmer, Seth Mello, Lillian Mello and Christopher Lopez, and her beloved cat Mikey. Pallbearers will be her nephews and niece, whom she loved dearly: Carlos Cordova, Ben Cordova, Victor Cordova, Seth Mello, Lillian Mello, and Christopher Lopez. Valerie was a graduate of Valley High School and went on to attend Mesa Community College and the Phoenix Institute of Technology. She was a loyal employee with Federal Express for 26 years. She was an active core member of the St. Therese Parish Life Teen group and a loved member of the parish. She was a kind, loving, compassionate, and generous, daughter, sister, Aunt, and friend. Valerie's life celebration will begin with a Rosary on Monday, September 30th at 7:00pm at The Shrine of the Little Flower St. Therese of the Infant Jesus Catholic Church (3424 Fourth St. NW) A service will be held at the same location on Tuesday, Oct 1st at 10:00am, followed by a committal service at Mt. Calvary Cemetery (1900 Edith Blvd. NE). In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to St. Therese Life Teen, 300 Mildred NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107. Please visit Valerie's online guestbook at www.Reflectionoflife.com REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations 2400 Washington Street NE 505-884-5777
        Published on: Mon September 30, 2013