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MONTOYA, EDWARD C. Edward C. Montoya, age 93, of Springer, New Mexico, passed away on June 14, 2014. Recitation of the Most Holy Rosary will be held on Friday June 20, 2014 at 7pm at the St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Springer, New Mexico. Solemn Mass of the Resurrection will be held on Saturday June 21, 2014 also at the St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Springer, New Mexico. Arrangements for Edward C. Montoya are under the direction of Alderette Pomeroy Funeral Home of Raton.
Published on: Thu June 19, 2014
ROMERO, SANTOS TEOFILO Age 91, was called home by The Father on Monday, November 11, 2013. Santos was born in Roy, NM on February 17, 1922. He was the third of eleven children to Teofilo and Filomena Romero of Roy. Santos grew up in Roy and graduated from St. Joseph Catholic School. He grew up Catholic and served as an altar boy at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Roy. As a youngster, he was very active in sports and excelled as a runner. Coach Bealla worked out Santos and younger brother Tomas every morning and evening. The public school in Roy recruited Santos to represent them in area track meets. Santos learned the value of hard work and dedication at an early age. As a member of "the greatest generation", Santos followed his older brother Eduardo and enlisted in the US Army at the age of 19. He served as an Army medic from 1941-1944. He was in combat in the Philippines and New Guinea during WWII. Letters home were rare and short because his unit was constantly on the move. He left his Earthly life to join God in Heaven on Veteran's Day. Upon returning from WWII, he married Fedelina (Faye) Esquibel and became an instant father to three young children (Mary Louise, Floyd and John Aguilar) that he readily accepted and raised as his own. Patrick, Robert, Georgia, Filomena (Rose) and Carlos Romero followed. Through the years, Santos and Fay created a family that loved and respected their parents and others, taught the value of hard work, loyalty and above all - help those in need. Those that knew Santos well considered him "an old fashioned gentlemen". He was a devoted family man that loved his wife and children dearly and was always there to lend support. Although he did not have a formal education beyond eighth grade, there was nothing he could not do. He was known as a "jack of all trades". He was smart, a tireless worker, a great communicator, an outstanding athlete, musician, carpenter, mechanic, cowboy and an avid hunter and fisherman. He was also the humblest of men and expected no less from his children. Most importantly, he was a great husband and a great father to eight children. Santos was well respected by his peers and communities as he worked highway construction throughout New Mexico, City Marshal in Roy and Police Chief in Springer. Following his retirement from the Springer Police Department, he and Faye became caretakers of the Bell Ranch Mansion. Grandsons Robert (BJ) and Roman Romero were fortunate to spend their formative summers with Santos and Faye at the Bell Ranch. As they will attest, "it doesn't get any better than that"! Upon returning to Springer, Santos devoured every Louis L'Amour novel he could get his hands on and cherished supporting the sports teams at Springer and Roy. He very much looked forward to visits from all his grandchildren. Santos was preceded in death by his beloved Faye; daughter Mary Louise Maestas, son Carlos Romero; mother and father Filomena and Teofilo Romero; sister Veneranda Narvaez; brothers Tomas (Beede) and Joseph Romero. Left behind to cherish his memories are sons Floyd Aguilar of Springer, John Aguilar of Roy, Patrick (Linda) Romero of Corpus Christi, TX, and Robert Santos Romero of Springer; daughters Georgia (Henry) Arellano of Bernalillo and Filomena "Rose" (Michael) Ramirez of Springer; sisters Jeanne LeDoux of California, Dorothy (Pedro A.) Gonzales of Mills, Santa Ana Cecilia Hardesty of Roy and Della (Al) Sharief of California; brothers John Edward Romero of Rio Rancho and Lawrence Romero of Albuquerque. Grandchildren include: Patricia Guenther, Shuree Sandlin, Floyd Aguilar Jr., Michael Aguilar, Roberta Aguilar, Robert (BJ) Romero, Roman S. Romero, Patrick Jr. and Adam Santos Romero, Paula Fernandez and Alejandro (Jano) Arellano, and Charlie Mirabal. Great- grandchildren include: Jordan Guenther, Estevan Espinoza, Santana Faye Romero, Estevan Castro, Enrique Castro, Elijah Castro, Alejandro Arellano Jr., Carlos Fernandez, Estrella Fernandez, Araceli Mirabal, Addison Arellano, Ashlynn Arellano, Amelia Arellano, Evan Romero, Emily Romero and Triniti Ann Romero. The Santos T. Romero family offers their heartfelt thanks to Dr. Misbah Zmily & staff at La Familia Primary Care in Raton, Dr. Sally Fabec and staff at the Veterans Administration Outpatient Clinic in Raton, Dr. Vidal, oncologist and staff at Albuquerque Veterans Administration in Albuquerque and the staff at Miner's Colfax Medical Center in Raton for their kindness & caring of Santos. A memorial celebration to commemorate the life of Santos T. Romero will be held for family and friends on Saturday, June 07, 2014 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Springer starting with Rosary at 10:00 a.m. by Deacon Ed Olona, followed by burial Mass with Father Emmanuel Izuka officiating, songs by Vicki Villareal and Mike Glassman, cemetery burial at Springer Cemetery and dinner at the St. Joseph's Parish Hall. Arrangements are under direction of the Yaksich Long Funeral Home of Raton, NM. Pallbearers: Joe Atkins, Fred Caldwell, Leonard Arias, Ed Lopez, Cassie Esquibel, Fred Martinez and Frank Rice. Honorary Pallbearers: Floyd Jr., and Michael Aguilar, Patrick Jr., Adam, Robert John (BJ) and Roman Santiago Romero, Charlie Mirabel and Alejandro (Jano) Arellano.
Published on: Sun June 01, 2014
LEE, LEILA ROSE Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, friend, mentor and matriarch, Leila Rose Lee, born February 19, 1943 in Springer, New Mexico, passed unexpectedly April 14, 2014 to join her daughter Donna and brother Dave. She taught us how to live and appreciate this wonderful life as a 'present' and to learn from the past. She was a true New Mexico pioneer that was hard-working and fun-loving but mostly she was the inspiration that kept our very large, happy extended family alive! She is survive by Eddie K. Lee, husband for the past 34 years; her daughter, Sandy K. Lujan (husband Rick); sons, Gary (spouse Kim) Snoeberger and Kenny (spouse Kami) Snoeberger, Mike Lee (spouse Kathy) and Dean Lee. Grandchildren, Sara (spouse Kevin) Austin, Eric Scannell and fiancee Anngeleen Montano, Josh Barton-Lujan, Shelby Snoeberger, Kenzie Snoeberger, Kole Snoeberger, Ashley Lee, Jessica Lee, and Heather Lee; sister, Jean (spouse) Joe Thompson; Aunt Nada Walls and her constant companion Maddison. Family will celebrate her life and memories on Friday, April 18, 2014, 1:00pm, at Daniels Family Funeral Services-Carlisle Chapel, 3113 Carlisle NE, Albuquerque, NM. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 505-884-1188
Published on: Thu April 17, 2014
PACHECO, MARY ELIZABETH LOPEZ born on March 6, 1923 in Maxwell, NM, daughter of Ignacio and Margarita Lopez, passed on April 1, 2014 at the age of 91. Elizabeth, a resident of Santa Fe, NM, and former resident of Maxwell, Springer, and Raton, NM, was married to Manuel Jose Pacheco on July 8, 1940 until his death in July 1999-nearly 60 years. They lived most of their lives on a farm in Maxwell, and raised 12 children. All children eventually married and blessed Elizabeth and Manuel with 41 grandchildren and numerous great- and great-great-grandchildren. Children include Dr. Manuel Trinidad Pacheco (Karen) of Phoenix, AZ; Margaret Safallo (Al) of Prescott, AZ; Dr. John Maurice Pacheco (Bea) of Santa Fe, NM; Ignacio Robert Pacheco (Carol) of Denver, Colorado; Julia Rosita Chavez (Randy) of Albuquerque, NM; Olivia Elizabeth Ann Huggins (Ronnie) of Lawrenceville, GA; Theresa Marie Wittig (Evan) of San Antonio, TX; Bernadette Agnes Trujillo (John) of Baltimore, MD; Anna Marie Robinson (Richard) of Las Cruces, NM; Dr. Mario Francis James Pacheco (Diana) of Santa Fe, NM; Dr. Rita Magdalene Pacheco-Gonzales (Esteban) of Las Cruces, NM; and Christopher Mark Pacheco (Judy) of Elizabeth, CO. Elizabeth was preceded in death by sister, Julia Lopez, and brothers Louis Ignacio Lopez and Pablo Antonio Lopez. She is survived by numerous nieces and nephews and one sister-in-law. In her early married years Elizabeth first accompanied Manuel as a migrant farmworker in Colorado and before long settled in Maxwell, NM as their primary residence, eventually purchasing a farm and tractor. Elizabeth helped Manuel run a dairy farm by milking every morning at pre-dawn among other things, while Manuel tended cattle, and pursued various other small animal ventures, aside from his regular job at the NM State Highway Department in Springer, NM. Elizabeth and Manuel raised 12 children on the farm in Maxwell, NM. In addition, Elizabeth played the organ for mass at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Maxwell and St. Joseph Catholic Church in Springer, over the majority of her lifetime, a service she began at St. Patrick's Academy in Raton, NM since the age of 12. She also taught religious education classes at St. Vincent De Paul Church in Maxwell. She served for over 25 years as Secretary for the Maxwell School Board, working diligently for decades to keep the school independent and successful, and also served as Secretary for the NM State Board of Education. After her youngest child was ready to leave for college, Elizabeth pursued a bachelors degree and graduated summa cum laude from Highlands University, and taught at the New Mexico Boys Correctional Facility in Springer, NM for almost 20 years. She was honored in 1983 as New Mexico's Mother of the Year. Fittingly, she continued her motherly role, guiding boys at the correctional facility, teaching them to read, write, and develop a sense of self-worth. These troubled young men invigorated a fresh sense of purpose after her children were grown and left home. Elizabeth enjoyed traveling to Europe, South America, Israel, Mexico, and other places. Her love of music, traveling, and reading enveloped every element of her life and transferred to her children & grandchildren. Visitation will begin at 6:00 PM Thursday, April 3, 2014 at Santa Maria De La Paz Catholic Church, where a Rosary will be recited at 7:00 PM Thursday evening. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 AM Friday, April 4, 2014 at Santa Maria De La Paz. A Memorial Service will be conducted at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Maxwell, NM at 11:00 AM Saturday, April 5, 2014, with interment to follow at the Maxwell Cemetery.
Published on: Thu April 03, 2014
RICKETSON, DWIGHT Age 83, passed away on Monday, March 17, 2014 in Albuquerque, NM. He is survived by his wife of 56 years of marriage, Virginia Ricketson; one daughter, Sherry Ricketson; two grandsons, Christopher and Michael Briscoe; two brothers, Russell and Douglas Ricketson; and three sisters, Peggy Buchanan, Mary Lou Smathers and Cora May Franklin. Dwight is preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Zenia; and one sister, LaVerne Painter. Dwight worked in the timber industry in northern New Mexico and southern Colorado, he was also a devoted family man, who loved and cherished his family and the time spent together. Friends may visit FRENCH - Westside on Monday, March 24, 2014 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, March 25, 2014, 11:00 a.m., in Springer, NM. Please visit our online guestbook for Dwight at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Westside 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300
Published on: Sun March 23, 2014
TRUJILLO, WILLIAM JOHN Age 77, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 31, 2013 in Rio Rancho, NM. He was born in Springer, NM on November 24, 1936. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ramona Marie Trujillo. Williams is survived by his sons, William John Trujillo, Jr. and wife Anna, of Albuquerque, NM, Michael A. Trujillo and wife Patricia, of Rio Rancho, NM, Raymond Lee Trujillo and wife Rita, of Albuquerque, NM, Eddie Trujillo, of Dodge City, KS, Albert Trujillo, of Dodge City, KS, Richard Trujillo, of Springer, NM; daughter, Marie Montoya and husband Eddie, of Springer, NM; brother, McArthur Trujillo and wife Lillian, of Colorado Springs, CO; sisters, Betty Viers, of Dodge City, KS, Lucy King, and husband Don, of Colorado Springs, CO, Patsy Casias and husband Dennis, of Los Alamos, NM; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins. William served in the US Navy during the Korean War era aboard the USS Philippine Seas Carrier. He also served in the National Guard and the New Mexico Boys school for many years as a cook. Family members know William as a talker. He enjoyed fishing and hunting. A Memorial Service will be held in Springer, NM at a later date. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-892-9920
Published on: Fri January 03, 2014
PORTILLOS, GLORIA MAXINE September 5, 1941 - December 12, 2013 age 72, devoted wife, mother, grandmother, & sister, passed away at home on December 12, 2013 with her family at her side. Gloria was born the third of six children on September 5, 1941 in Springer, NM and was raised in Ocate, NM by her beloved grandparents Beatrice and Condrado Rivera. Gloria is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 50 years Gilbert Portillos; their two children, Anthony Portillos, Matthew Portillos and his wife Stephanie along with their two children Matalena and Moises Portillos. Gloria was preceded in death by her father Ruben L. Vigil, and her mother Rosalie Schultz. She retired after 27 years with the New Mexico Board of Nursing. Gloria will always be known for her love of dancing, crocheting, traveling, cooking and baking. Gloria enjoyed passing the time reading, playing word games, and was an avid fan of all sports except golf. Gloria enjoyed making people laugh and always had a witty response. Gloria's one rule was to make sure no one left her home hungry. Gloria loved her family and showed it everyday. Gloria was a wonderful role model and will be missed daily. Services will be held Friday the 20th of December, 2013. Rosary at 8:00am followed by Mass at 9:00am at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary on 4th and Alameda. Interment at Sunset Memorial following Mass.
Published on: Fri December 20, 2013
ELLIOTT, ANGIE V. age 92, our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend was born in Taylor Springs, New Mexico to Lucia and Agapito Vigil on August 27, 1921, passed away December 15, 2013, after a long and fulfilling life. Mrs. Elliott is survived by her sons, Leo Webb and Robert Webb; grandsons, Eddie Webb, Kenneth Webb and Gregory A. Webb; sisters, Helen Huling and Dolores Duran; brother, Vincent Vigil; and numerous nieces and nephews. Nana was preceded in death by her sisters, Stella, Juanita and Eugenia; brothers, Alberto, Margarito and Juan. Mrs. Elliott was a member of St. Anne Catholic, Albuquerque, NM. Nana will always be remembered for her unconditional love, quiet generosity, grace and wisdom. Nana expressed this love through the joy of cooking for her family and friends. She often said, "No matter where I serve my guest, it seems they like my kitchen the best." Visitation will be Thursday, December 19, 2013, from 11:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Springer, NM with a Rosary to be recited at 12:00 p.m. by Antonio Ortega; Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated immediately following the Rosary. Interment will follow at Springer City Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Leo Webb, Robert Webb, Vincent Vigil, Eddie Webb, Kenneth Webb and Gregory A. Webb. Honorary pallbearers will be all of her loving nieces and nephews. The family would like to acknowledge the nurses and staff a Presbyterian Hospice for their kindness. In lieu of flowers the family request donations be made to St. Vincent de Paul. Please visit www.gabladonmortuaryinc.com to sign the online guestbook. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW (505) 243-7861
Published on: Wed December 18, 2013
PORTILLOS, GLORIA MAXINE age 72, devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and sister passed away at home on December 12, 2013 with her family at her side. Gloria was born the third of six children on September 5, 1941 in Springer, NM and was raised in Ocate, NM by her beloved grandparents Beatrice and Condrado Rivera. Gloria is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 50 years Gilbert Portillos, their two children; Anthony Portillos, Matthew Portillos and his wife Stephanie along with their two children Matalena and Moises Portillos. Gloria was proceeded in death by her father Ruben L. Vigil, and her mother Rosalie Schultz. She retired after 27 years with the New Mexico board of nursing. Gloria will always be known for her love of dancing, crocheting, traveling, cooking and baking. Gloria enjoyed passing the time reading, playing word games, and was an avid fan of all sports except golf. Gloria enjoyed making people laugh and always had a witty response. Gloria's one rule was to make sure no one left her home hungry. Gloria loved her family and showed it everyday. Gloria was a wonderful role model and will be missed daily. Services will be held Friday the 20th of December, 2013. Rosary at 8:00am followed by mass at 9:00am at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary on 4th and Alameda. Internment at Sunset Memoral following mass.
Published on: Mon December 16, 2013
GALLEGOS, LUCILLE EVELYN Lucille E. Gallegos went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ when she passed away peacefully at her home in Corrales, New Mexico on Saturday November 1, 2013. Born on November 24, 1920 in Holman, New Mexico she was 92 years old. She was preceded in death by her parents Jose Candido and Lucrecia Ortiz, siblings Gilbert, Carlos, Pete, Andy and Priscilla. Her youngest sibling, Lillian Sumabat, resides in South Carolina. Lucille's husband of 62 years, Feliberto Gallegos, daughter Olivia Juarez and son Anthony Gallegos also preceded her in death. She is survived by her daughter Yolanda Sanchez, son Phillip Gallegos and wife Judy; grandchildren Michael, Joshua, David, Ashley, Paige, Justin, Cameron, Andrea, Julianna, Alisha; and six great-grandchildren. Lucille met the love of her life, Feliberto, in Springer, New Mexico and together they had many adventures. After WWII they began their business life together in Taos, New Mexico eventually moving to Albuquerque and finally to their home in Corrales. Lucille tended to the bookkeeping duties of the family business while raising two daughters and two wild boys. Lucille loved to be outside tending to her rose bushes and watering her yard. The family would like to give a special thanks to Lucille's close neighbors, her very special caregivers at Zia Hospice and her furry friend Xena. Services will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, November 14, 2013 at Calvary Chapel of Albuquerque, 4001 Osuna Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM. A reception will be held immediately following the services at the Church. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-892-9920
Published on: Sun November 10, 2013
