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PEYTON -- Michael Scott Peyton tragically died in an ATV accident on Father's Day, June 21, 2009. Services will be on Saturday, June 27, 2009 at 10:00 a.m., at LDS chapel on 2708 Cabezon, Rio Rancho, NM. Mike was born on December 17, 1963 in Warner Robins, Georgia to William Henry Peyton and Gail Rice Peyton, who predeceased him. He is survived by a loving family which includes his wife, Angelia; children Brittany Michelle (Lorenzo), Nicholas Adam (Desi), and Sean Christian; grandson, Devin Michael; siblings, Edward Peyton (Maria), Katherine Thomas (Dan), Janet Steele (David), and Robert Peyton (Sally); mother-in-law, Barbara Davidson (Ken); sisters-in-law, Pamelia Garza (Lester) and Julie Loftus (Tom); and numerous beloved nieces and nephews. Mike was a talented man who could literally build or fix anything. Anyone who was fortunate enough to work with Mike can attest to his honesty and strong work ethic. He enjoyed riding his 4-wheeler "Therapy" and playing with his grandson. Mike was a friend for life and looked forward to conversations with friends, especially Marco Leyva and Lorenzo Barela. Of all of the joy Mike had in his life, however, his love for Angelia is truly his legacy. Mike and Angelia shared a love that was rare and complete. Mike constantly declared his love for Angelia through his daily rituals of caring for and pampering her. They were rarely apart and strived to spend each possible moment together. Mike and Angelia were truly joined before this life and will be joined forever in eternity by the desperate and all-consuming love they shared. We ask you to join us in celebrating Mike's life and grieving his loss on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be sent to P.O. Box 45844, Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87174 to be placed in a fund to help care for Mike's wife and children. Those who wish to express their condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com Michael's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 2400 Southern Blvd SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 (505) 891-9192
        Published on: Fri June 26, 2009

LIVERMORE -- Joyce Livermore, 79, longtime resident of Edgewood, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 21, 2009. She is survived by her loving husband of 61 years, Roy A. Livermore; her children, daughter, Glenda Kaye Strom and husband Gary, son, Michael Albert Livermore and Sandra Henson, daughter, Debi Joyce Henson and Tom Ames, and son Mitchell Rood Livermore; Grandchildren, Robert Adams and wife Melissa, Bradley Adams and wife Christina, Ericka Peters and husband Gabe, Julie Smith and husband Mike, Madeline Livermore, Gannon Livermore and Michelle Smith, Cameron Livermore, Michael Sena and wife Debbie, Erin Livermore, Amy Livermore, and Joshua Livermore; great-grandchildren, Brandi, Kristin, Taylor, Alyssa, Kyle, Ryan, Nichole, Lily, Lochlainn, Maggie and Melody; brother Bill Parten and wife Cheryl, and many nieces, nephews and friends. Joyce was preceded in death by her parents, Guy and Esma Parten and one brother, Joe Parten. Joyce lived her life for her family. She was very active in all of their activities including Cub Scouts, PTA, and Little League baseball. Joyce was a great seamstress and an amazing cook. She was very much loved and respected by all who knew her and will be greatly missed. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Lomas location, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 26, 2009 with Funeral Service beginning at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. Should family and friends desire, contributions may be made in Joyce's name to the Alzheimer's Association 9500 Montgomery NE, Suite 209, 87111 (505) 266-2195. The family would like to acknowledge the care she received at Paloma Blanca Nursing Facility and her friends at Compassus Hospice. Please visit the online guestbook for Joyce at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd 505-275-3500
        Published on: Thu June 25, 2009

MITCHELL -- Thomas Jerome "Jerry" Mitchell, a native of Albuquerque, passed away Tuesday, June 23, 2009 after a long and successful life. He is survived by his daughter, Jerre Dee Fitzpatrick and her husband, John of Albuquerque; his son, Ron Mitchell and his wife, Sheri of Casper, WY; grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Chandra, Vanessa, Tom, Jacob, Evan, Michael, Chelsea, Jenna and TJ. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Bartlett Mitchell on June 23, 2004, their anniversary; and his first wife, Mary Jane Wood Mitchell. Jerry was born on December 23, 1916 to Grace and Dr. Lynn B. Mitchell, who was a Dean at UNM. He graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1934, was a graduate of the University of Michigan and a professional engineer. Jerry proudly served as a Lt. Colonel in the USMC during WWII in the Pacific. He worked in China and India for Standard Oil after the war until returning to Albuquerque in 1959. His career with the BIA took him to Shiprock and Gallup. Upon retirement, he and his wife, Dorothy moved to Cochiti Lake where they enjoyed many wonderful years with great friends. Jerry enjoyed fishing and the Albuquerque Little Theater. His kindness and gentle manner will be greatly missed by his family. Friends and family may visit Saturday, June 27, 2009, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Location. Please visit our online guestbook for Thomas at www.RememberTheirStory.com French 1111 University Blvd. NE. (505) 843-6333
        Published on: Thu June 25, 2009

LIVERMORE -- Joyce Livermore, 79, longtime resident of Edgewood, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 21, 2009. She is survived by her loving husband of 61 years, Roy A. Livermore; her children, daughter, Glenda Kaye Strom and husband Gary, son, Michael Albert Livermore and Sandra Henson, daughter, Debi Joyce Henson and Tom Ames, and son Mitchell Rood Livermore; Grandchildren, Robert Adams and wife Melissa, Bradley Adams and wife Christina, Ericka Peters and husband Gabe, Julie Smith and husband Mike, Madeline Livermore, Gannon Livermore and Michelle Smith, Cameron Livermore, Michael Sena and wife Debbie, Erin Livermore, Amy Livermore, and Joshua Livermore; great-grandchildren, Brandi, Kristin, Taylor, Alyssa, Kyle, Ryan, Nichole, Lily, Lochlainn, Maggie and Melody; brother Bill Parten and wife Cheryl, and many nieces, nephews and friends. Joyce was preceded in death by her parents, Guy and Esma Parten and one brother, Joe Parten. Joyce lived her life for her family. She was very active in all of their activities including Cub Scouts, PTA, and Little League baseball. Joyce was a great seamstress and an amazing cook. She was very much loved and respected by all who knew her and will be greatly missed. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Lomas location, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 26, 2009 with Funeral Service beginning at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. Should family and friends desire, contributions may be made in Joyce's name to the Alzheimer's Association 9500 Montgomery NE, Suite 209, 87111 (505) 266-2195. The family would like to acknowledge the care she received at Paloma Blanca Nursing Facility and her friends at Compassus Hospice. Please visit the online guestbook for Joyce at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd 505-275-3500
        Published on: Wed June 24, 2009

MITCHELL -- Thomas Jerome "Jerry" Mitchell, a native of Albuquerque, passed away Tuesday, June 23, 2009 after a long and successful life. He is survived by his daughter, Jerre Dee Fitzpatrick and her husband, John of Albuquerque; his son, Ron Mitchell and his wife, Sheri of Casper, WY; grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Chandra, Vanessa, Tom, Jacob, Evan, Chelsea, Jenna and TJ. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Bartlett Mitchell on June 23, 2004, their anniversary; and his first wife, Mary Jane Wood Mitchell. Jerry was born on December 23, 1916 to Grace and Dr. Lynn B. Mitchell, who was a Dean at UNM. He graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1934, was a graduate of the University of Michigan and a professional engineer. Jerry proudly served as a Lt. Colonel in the USMC during WWII in the Pacific. He worked in China and India for Standard Oil after the war until returning to Albuquerque in 1959. His career with the BIA took him to Shiprock and Gallup. Upon retirement, he and his wife, Dorothy moved to Cochiti Lake where they enjoyed many wonderful years with great friends. Jerry enjoyed fishing and the Albuquerque Little Theater. His kindness and gentle manner will be greatly missed by his family. Friends and family may visit Saturday, June 27, 2009, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Location. Please visit our online guestbook for Thomas at www.RememberTheirStory.com. French 1111 University Blvd. NE. (505) 843-6333
        Published on: Wed June 24, 2009

DE GEER -- Bennie Esquivel De Geer, age 93, died peacefully at home in San Francisco, CA on May 18, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph; sisters, Lola Nabors and Ruth Esquibel; and brothers, Barney Esquibel and Silvestre Esquibel. She is survived by her only daughter, Emilia De Geer; and beloved son-in-law, Sudhir Puri, of San Francisco; sisters, Marian Esquivel of Albuquerque, Femia Bustamante and husband Jim, of Santa Fe; and brother Medardo Esquibel of Albuquerque. Bennie, the eldest sibling of the late Eugenio and Emilia Esquivel of Socorro, was born and raised in La Joya. The family moved to Socorro, and in 1937 Bennie was elected to the office of County Schools Superintendent. There she met her husband-to-be while he was working for the WPA. Little did they know what an amazing adventure was in store for them. Not only did they travel world over, they also spent 13 years in Venezuela and five years in Iran, before settling in San Francisco where Ralph later retired from Chevron Oil. It was in San Francisco that Bennie became an active community organizer working for senior citizen causes as a VISTA (Peace Corps) volunteer. Later, under the auspices of a joint program of the San Francisco Sheriff's Department and The Salvation Army, she worked in community outreach counseling evicted seniors and families. Although Bennie and Ralph left Albuquerque to live overseas after the birth of their daughter in 1947, she carried and spread the spirit of New Mexico wherever she went. An invitation to one of Bennie's enchilada dinner parties was among the most sought-after in town. And, whether in Caracas, Tehran or San Francisco, the family celebrated Christmas by preparing and sharing the festive specialties of her beloved land. Per her wishes, Bennie is coming "home." A Funeral Service, officiated by Deacon Tom Perez, will be held at San Felipe de Neri Church in Old Town on June 29, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. Honorary pallbearers present -- or present in spirit -- will be her niece, Juanita Prewitt of Albuquerque, and nephews, Richard Esquibel of San Francisco, Alan Nabors of Seattle, WA; J. Bustamante, Frank Esquibel and Martin Esquivel, all three of Albuquerque. Committal of Bennie's cremated remains takes place at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe, June 30, 2009 at 11:00 a.m., when she will rejoin her beloved husband in eternal rest.
        Published on: Sun June 21, 2009

EICHNER -- Ray H. Eichner, 90 years old, passed away June 15, 2009, after a brief illness. He is survived by a loving and devoted daughter, Carri Carpenter and Johnny Rucker; grandson, Dr. Tom Carpenter his wife Susan, and their children, Aaron, Austin and Evan; granddaughter, Kathy Carpenter-Heise her husband Rick and daughter Ariann; grandson, Ken Carpenter and his sons Dakota, Dustin and Robbie Sandlin; Sister Ruth Johnson her husband Melvin and their daughter's Jody Brown and Beverly Duensing; brother, Leroy Eichner and sons Larry and Steven and numerous loved family members. A special thanks to a devoted friend, Dora Santiago. He will be missed by many, many friends. Ray was the beloved husband of Genevieve, whom he married May 4, 1940 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. She preceded him in death on May 30, 1997. He joined the Armed Forces of the United States as an aviation cadet on his birthday, May 22, 1944 and retired with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel, in the now called United States Air Force. Ray flew a P-38 during World War II on many successful missions earning numerous awards. In 1963 he completed 20 years in the Air Force Reserves before finally retiring. After the war, Ray returned to his farm life in Nebraska. The failing farm economy led him to move to Albuquerque in 1953. He held a job with Tellyer Pipe Company. This led to his decision to own his own business. He opened up the Ray H. Eichner Farmer's Insurance Agency in 1962. He retired after 40 years of dedicated service. Ray was an avid member of the Optimist International Club. He joined the local chapter in 1956 and became President in 1964. In 1965 he was elected Governor of the New Mexico-Texas District. In 1958 he joined the Executive Association of Greater Albuquerque and became president in 1975. A Funeral Service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, June 22, 2009 at French Mortuary, Lomas location, with visitation beginning at 11:00 a.m. Burial will take place in Ogallala, Nebraska. Please visit the online guestbook for Ray at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd (505) 275-3500
        Published on: Sun June 21, 2009

EICHNER -- Ray H. Eichner, 90 years old, passed away June 15, 2009, after a brief illness. He is survived by a loving and devoted daughter, Carri Carpenter and Johnny Rucker; grandson, Dr. Tom Carpenter his wife Susan, and their children, Aaron, Austin and Evan; granddaughter, Kathy Carpenter-Heise her husband Rick and daughter Ariann; grandson, Ken Carpenter and his sons Dakota, Dustin and Robbie Sandlin; Sister Ruth Johnson her husband Melvin and their daughter's Jody Brown and Beverly Duensing; brother, Leroy Eichner and sons Larry and Steven and numerous loved family members. A special thanks to a devoted friend, Dora Santiago. He will be missed by many, many friends. Ray was the beloved husband of Genevieve, whom he married May 4, 1940 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. She preceded him in death on May 30, 1997. He joined the Armed Forces of the United States as an aviation cadet on his birthday, May 22, 1944 and retired with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel, in the now called United States Air Force. Ray flew a P-38 during World War II on many successful missions earning numerous awards. In 1963 he completed 20 years in the Air Force Reserves before finally retiring. After the war, Ray returned to his farm life in Nebraska. The failing farm economy led him to move to Albuquerque in 1953. He held a job with Tellyer Pipe Company. This led to his decision to own his own business. He opened up the Ray H. Eichner Farmer's Insurance Agency in 1962. He retired after 40 years of dedicated service. Ray was an avid member of the Optimist International Club. He joined the local chapter in 1956 and became President in 1964. In 1965 he was elected Governor of the New Mexico-Texas District. In 1958 he joined the Executive Association of Greater Albuquerque and became president in 1975. A Funeral Service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, June 22, 2009 at French Mortuary, Lomas location, with visitation beginning at 11:00 a.m. Burial will take place in Ogallala, Nebraska. Please visit the online guestbook for Ray at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd (505) 275-3500
        Published on: Sat June 20, 2009

VIGIL -- Reuben Cornelio Vigil, 72, of Taos passed away on June 18, 2009. He is preceded in death by parents, Juan N. and Domitila Vigil; father in law, Marcos Ortiz; brothers, Little Joe, Joe L. Vigil; sister in law, Raffie, and Bences Vigil; and brother in law, Jose C. Ortega. He is survived by his wife, Annabelle Ortiz Vigil, daughters, Terese Mares (Tom Sheets), Lila Ferrill, Noel Mills (Justin), Anastasia Mora (Jose), and son Paul Reuben Vigil; grandchildren, Felice and Elysa Mora, Marysol and Miranda Vigil, Kiera Mills and Austin Ferrill, brothers, George Vigil (Vera), Eliu Vigil (Helen), Francis Vigil, John Vigil (Anna Marie); sisters, Teresa Lopez, Loren (Everett Brooks), Eliza Naranjo, Jeanette Romero; aunt, Edna Wilton; mother in law, Matilda Ortiz; uncle, Manuel Ortiz; sisters in law, Faby Vigil, Lorena Ortega; brother and sister in law, Ernest and Fabie Gonzales; many special nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Rosary will be recited on Friday, June 19, 2009 at 7 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church. Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, June 20, 2009 at 10 a.m., at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church. Arrangements by Rivera Family Mortuaries of Taos. www.riverafuneralhome.com
        Published on: Sat June 20, 2009

MONTOYA -- TOM D. IN LOVING MEMORY OF TOM D. MONTOYA APRIL 15, 1960 - JUNE 19, 2000 Nine years have gone by and we miss you more each day. We live on memories but know someday we'll reunite. You're in our hearts and minds always. We know you are in the tender loving arms of our Lord. Your Loving Family
        Published on: Fri June 19, 2009