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JEZEK, GAIL LUNNEY PACKER Gail Lunney Packer Jezek graced the world with her beautiful presence on November 8, 1948. She was a fun, loyal, green chili, Posole loving sister, mother, mother-in-law, grandma, and friend. An inspiration to anyone that truly knew her. Gail left us Tuesday, February 17, 2015 at 10:24 am. Gail is survived by her daughter, Michele Jezek; daughter-in-law, Alicia Nolan; sister, Miriam Stout; brother-in-law, Dave Stout; and her precious granddaughter, Lilly Jezek. Also left behind are her beloved in-laws, nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many close friends. Gail will be safe and sound joined next to her parents, Barbara and Philip Packer; her brother, Sparky; and the love of her life, her amazing husband, Donald Jezek. A teacher aid at Queen of Heaven Catholic School in Albuquerque, New Mexico, she was proud to say she taught first graders how to read. She will be missed by all the students and staff. Celebration of Life, 3:00PM-6:00PM, Sunday, February 22, 2015, Senor Manuel's Mexican Restaurant, 4660 North Nevada Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80918. In lieu of flowers, the Jezek family is asking that donations be made to Safe Place for Pets: 1141 Manitou Avenue, Manitou Springs, CO 80829, (719) 359-0201, www.safeplacepets.org/ involvement.html An event for her New Mexico family and friends will occur in May (details to follow). Arrangements: The Springs Funeral Services, www.tsfs.co.
Published on: Fri February 20, 2015
BROWN, RYO O. Age 84, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully, Saturday, February 14, 2015. She was born in Tagajo, Japan and lived in Sendai before coming to the States. She was preceded in death by her parents, Kimiko and Masao Obata; her husband, Frank H. Brown; son, Ralph Brown; granddaughter, Charlene Beyer; and sister-in-law, Frances Farrell. Ryo is survived by her loving children, Donald J. Brown, Sr. and wife Santana of Peralta, NM, Charlott Beyer and husband Ed of Santa Fe, NM, and Shirley Chavez and husband Paul of Rio Rancho, NM; her precious grandchildren, Cynthia, Santana, and Donald Jr. Brown. Also surviving are sisters, Ko Sato and husband Tsugiheru and Tei Katahira; her mother-in-law, Blanche Brown; brother-in-laws, Ross Brown of Washington State, and Chuck Brown of Bluewater, NM. There are no services planned at this time. Those who wish to express their condolences, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com. Daniels Family Funeral Services ALAMEDA MORTUARY 9420 Fourth Street NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160
Published on: Thu February 19, 2015
GRIFFO, DOUGLAS J. SR. Age 48, a resident of Albuquerque, NM since September 1976, died Wednesday, February 11, 2015. He is survived by his children, Amber Griffo and Douglas Griffo Jr.; mother Mildred Griffo; sister Deborah Gallegos; brothers Donald Griffo Jr. and Dominic Griffo Sr.; nieces Rebecca "chicken" McClain, Susan and Samantha Griffo; nephews Beau Woodward, Dominic Griffo Jr., Dustin Newsom, and Max Gallegos III. Mr. Griffo was preceded in death by his father Donald J. Griffo Sr. Douglas was a loving, compassionate, caring, funny, generous, and kind father, son, brother, uncle, and friend. He will be dearly missed, and forever remembered within our hearts. Service will be held on Friday, February 20, 2015 at FRENCH - Lomas. Visitation will begin at 4:00p.m. followed by the service at 5:00 p.m. A reception will follow. Please visit the online guest book for Douglas J. Griffo Sr. at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
Published on: Thu February 19, 2015
AKARD, DONALD W. Donald passed away on February 14, 2015. Memorial services will be held at Riverside Funeral Home at 11am on Feb 18, 2015. For a detailed obituary please visit the Riverside website www.riversidefunerals.com
Published on: Wed February 18, 2015
TORRES, JUAN JR. age 90, born in Salem, NM and a resident of Albuquerque, passed away, February 16, 2015. Mr. Torres is survived by his children, Orlando Torres and wife, Diana, Armando Torres and wife, Stella, and Donald Torres; sister, Natalia Benavidez and husband, Oscar; seven grandchildren; seventeen great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Torres was preceded in death by his wife, Bertha; brothers, Ignacio Torres, and Henry Torres; sister, Ventura Martinez; and great-grandson, Tomas Gallegos. Mr. Torres was a Veteran of the U.S. Army serving during WWII as a Combat Medic. Visitation will be Wednesday, February 18, 2015 from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Patricia Muniz-Robert. Final visitation will be Thursday, February 19, 2015 from 8:30 until 9:00 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Juan Torres, Dominic Valencia, T.J. Trujillo, Tommy Trujillo, Mike Baca, and Billy Roybal. Please visit www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com to sign the on line guest book. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW (505) 243-7861
Published on: Wed February 18, 2015
MOYA, JACOBO "JACK" 1924-2015 Jacobo "Jack" Moya, age 91, a resident of Albuquerque, NM passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2015. Jack graduated from Belen Schools and was a graduate from Harvard University. He was a member of St. Jude Thaddeus in Albuquerque, the Knights of Columbus and also very active in church and the community. Jack worked for the Belen Railroad and also for the America Center for International Labor Solidarity/ ALFCIO for many years of outstanding service. He was preceded in death by his wife, Maria Henita Moya; daughter, Susan Moya Baca; grandsons, Ivan Torres and Daniel Torres; wife, Lee Moya; son-in-law, Pete Stracener; and brothers and sisters. Jack is survived by his daughters, Maryann Stracener, Frances Castillo and husband, Dimas, Helen Chavez and husband, Johnny; sons, Alex Romero and Albert Romero; sisters, Nancy Chavez and husband, Simon, Mary Rose Archuleta and husband, Joe; brothers, Rubin Moya and wife, Ester; 22 grandchildren; 34 great- grandchildren; and two great-great- grandchildren. He is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. All services will be held at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church, on Friday, February 20th beginning with a Viewing at 11:30 a.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 12:30 p.m. and a Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 1:00 p.m. with Father Stephen Schultz officiating. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Belen Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Donald Sanchez, Allen Chavez, Joseph Chavez, Steven Moya, Christopher Romero and Vanessa Chavez. Honorary Pallbearers will be Alan Chavez, Jacqueline Stracener and Megan Bristo. Please sign Jack's online tribute at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main Street, Belen, NM.
Published on: Wed February 18, 2015
AKARD, DONALD W. Donald passed away on February 14, 2015. Memorial services will be held at Riverside Funeral Home at 11am on Feb 18, 2015. For a detailed obituary please visit the Riverside website www.riversidefunerals.com
Published on: Tue February 17, 2015
GUANCI, CAROLE LORRAINE Born August 25, 1942 in Chicago, Illinois and passed away on Thursday, February 12, 2015 in Albuquerque, New Mexico at the age of 72. Anyone who met Carole became her friend and she became their rock. She loved to throw a party and be surrounded by her friends; this was when she was happiest. If you asked her about her accomplishments she would say; I am a wife, mother and a grandmother. She did all three with perfection and her granddaughters loved her very much. She was preceded by her parents Michael Lutz and Ada Lutz. Carole is survived by her husband beloved Donald V. Guanci; daughters, Kimberly Nice and husband Richard and Nicole Guanci; granddaughters, Avery Nice and Barrett Nice as well as many other family members and friends who loved and will miss her. Services will be held in the Chapel of Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. ABQ. on Tuesday, February 17, 2015 at 2:00 PM. In Lieu of flowers a donation made in her honor to St. Jude Children's Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place Memphis, TN 38105 would be appreciated. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008.
Published on: Sun February 15, 2015
GRIFFO, DOUGLAS J. SR. Age 48, a resident of Albuquerque, NM since September 1976, died Wednesday, February 11, 2015. He is survived by his children, Amber Griffo and Douglas Griffo Jr.; mother Mildred Griffo; sister Deborah Gallegos; brothers Donald Griffo Jr. and Dominic Griffo Sr.; nieces Rebecca "chicken" McClain, Susan and Samantha Griffo; nephews Beau Woodward, Dominic Griffo Jr., Dustin Newsom, and Max Gallegos III. Mr. Griffo was preceded in death by his father Donald J. Griffo Sr. Douglas was a loving, compassionate, caring, funny, generous, and kind father, son, brother, uncle, and friend. He will be dearly missed, and forever remembered within our hearts. Service will be held on Friday, February 20, 2015 at FRENCH - Lomas. Visitation will begin at 4:00p.m. followed by the service at 5:00 p.m. A reception will follow. Please visit the online guest book for Douglas J. Griffo Sr. at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
Published on: Sun February 15, 2015
MARTINES, ROSALIND W. MARCH 29, 1924 - DECEMBER 24, 2014 Rosalind W. Martines, 90, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Wednesday, December 24, 2014 in San Antonio, Texas. Rosalind was born March 29, 1924 in Astoria, Oregon. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Eddie Martines; and brother, John Adams. Rosalind is survived by daughter, Rita Gonzalez and fiance, Kenneth Rabidou, of San Antonio, Texas; son, Donald Hicks and daughter-in-law, Robin Senecal, of San Diego, California; her grandchildren, Gina Gonzalez, Anthony Gonzalez, Mark Hicks, Vincent Hicks; and three great- grandchildren. There will be a private interment for close family members on February 13, 2015 at the Santa Fe National Cemetery, 501 North Guadalupe St., Santa Fe, New Mexico. You are invited to sign the Guestbook at www.porterloring.com Arrangements with PORTER LORING MORTUARY NORTH 2102 NORTH LOOP 1604 EAST SAN ANTONIO, TX 78232 (210) 495-8221
Published on: Wed February 11, 2015
