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MARTINEZ -- CARMEN Age 66, died August 6, 2011, with her family by her side in Albuquerque, NM. The daughter of Emilio Martinez and Clorinda Chavez, she was born in El Carmel, NM, on July 1, 1945. She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Emma Garcia and Mary Garcia. Carmen is survived by her loving husband of 41 years, Raymond; son, Brian; daughter, Vicki (Brit); grandson, Dylan; two brothers; Jose Martinez of El Carmel and Adan Martinez and wife Donna of Salida, Co; three sisters, Antonia Martinez and husband Demostenes of El Carmel, Irene Garcia and husband Savino of El Carmel, and Angie Martinez of Kansas City. Carmen moved to California after graduation where she met Raymond. They were married on October 18, 1969. In 1985, they moved to New Mexico with their two children to be closer to family members. Carmen enjoyed shopping with her daughter and grandson, going to the movies with family and friends, and traveling the world with her husband. Other interests included dancing and watching sports. We will always remember Carmen for her beautiful smile, generosity, and her love for her family. Carmen will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Cremation has taken place. A Rosary will take place at 10:00 a.m. and Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 12, 2011, at St. Gertrude's Church in Mora, NM. The Burial will follow the Mass at El Carmel Cemetery.
        Published on: Thu August 11, 2011

MORALES -- BERTHA Age 101, went to be with our Lord Monday, August 8, 2011. A Visitation will take tonight at Garcia Mortuary in the Chapel of Angels from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. followed by an Evening Service with Pastor Andrew Viera officiating. The Funeral Service will take place at First Spanish Fruit Ave. Baptist Church, 812 Fruit Ave NW, Friday, August 12, 2011 at 9:00 a.m.; Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com. Bertha's care has been entrusted to: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW Albuquerque, NM, 87102 505-243-5222
        Published on: Thu August 11, 2011

ARBALLO -- GILBERT ARVIZO Age 90, went to be with his Heavenly Father Saturday, August 6, 2011. He passed away peacefully while surrounded by his loving family. He was born November 20, 1920 to Agapito and Josepha Arvizo, in Tempe, AZ. "Gil" as his army buddies called him, was a brave WWII Veteran who served in the 68th Armored Infantry Battalion in Central Europe. Some of his decorations and citations were, the Bronze Star; Good Conduct Medal; Presidential Unit Citation; European-Africa-Middle Eastern Campaign Medals with three Bronze Service Stars; Combat Infantry Badge First Award, just to name a few. Gilbert accepted the Lord Jesus as his Savior at a young age of 22 and went on to become a Deacon and Minister. His first Pastorship of the Apostolic Church was in Santa Maria, CA, then Las Cruces, NM; Silver City, NM and Albuquerque, NM. In his later years he was a Pastor of three small Churches in Tecolotito, NM; Las Vegas, NM and Lovington, NM, he also served as an Elder and Bishop. Gilbert was a man of prayer; he loved the word of God, a man of great faith and lived to please the Lord. He was well loved by family, friends and brethren. He had a jolly disposition and was very optimistic because of his great trust in the Lord. He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife Rosa Cordova-Arballo, the mother of his children; two brothers Hector and David and granddaughter Rosalinda Hernandez. Gilbert is survived by his loving wife Consuelo of 19 years; sons, Richard Medina and wife Martha of Santa Maria, CA, Joe Arballo and wife Becky of San Diego, CA, David Arballo and wife Enedina of Las Cruces, NM; one daughter Rose Saenz and husband Luis of Albuquerque, NM; sisters Mary of San Diego, CA and Oliva of Oxnard, CA; brothers Alex of San Diego, CA and Mario of Oxnard, CA; 11 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; 15 great-great grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends. A Visitation and will take place Thursday, August 11, 2011, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at South Valley Apostolic Church, 1242 Atrisco Dr. SW. with a Memorial Service to follow. Pastor Jimmy Arellano will officiate a Funeral Service Friday, August 12, 2011 at 9:00 a.m. also at the South Valley Apostolic Church Interment to follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers are, Rick, Richie, Rick, Ricky, Willie and Larry. To view Service information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Gilbert's care entrusted to: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW Albuquerque, NM, 87102 505-243-522
        Published on: Wed August 10, 2011

MORALES -- BERTHA Age 101, went to be with our Lord Monday, August 8, 2011. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Concho Morales, Emilio Morales Jr., and Israel Morales Sr.; niece Ylia Garcia and her husband John and nephew Henry Morales and his wife Hortencia. Bertha is survived by her brother, Rodolfo Morales; great-nieces and nephews, Dolores Chavez and husband Pat, Larry Garcia, John A. Garcia, and numerous other family and friends. Bertha was known and loved as "Nani" and was more then just an Aunt, Everyone considered her to be more of a "Grandmother" though she never married or had children because she helped her brother Emilio raise his children Ylia and Henry after her sister-in-law passed away. She was a faithful member of the First Spanish Fruit Ave. Baptist Church for over 50 years, where she was involved with the "Golden Circle". Bertha enjoyed having her candies, sweets and ice cream, and loved eating pork ribs. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. A Visitation will take place at Garcia Mortuary in the Chapel of Angels Thursday night, August 11, 2011 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. followed by an Evening Service with Pastor Andrew Viera officiating. The Funeral Service will take place at First Spanish Fruit Ave. Baptist Church, 812 Fruit Ave NW, Friday, August 12, 2011 at 9:00 a.m.; Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Casket Bearers are, Christopher Chavez, Matthew Chavez, Eddie Robles, Daniel Lovato, Robert Hill and Manuel Silva. Honorary Bearers are, Joel Hill, Richard Garcia, Denise Robles and Evangelina Garcia. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com. Bertha's care has been entrusted to: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW Albuquerque, NM, 87102 505-243-5222
        Published on: Wed August 10, 2011

VALDEZ -- GABRIEL L. Retired State Police Officer and New Mexico Gaming Control Board Investigator, age 67, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, August 7, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Margie Valdez; son, Gabriel L. Valdez III and wife, Ellen and grandsons, Alejandro and Adrian; son, William "Greg" Valdez and wife, Sally and grandson, Ryan; son, Geoff A. Valdez and wife, Tracy and granddaughters, Alaina and Samantha; brother, Felix and wife, Lorraine; brothers-in-law, Joe Garcia Sr., Cristobal Archuleta, and Arvie McGregor; sister-in-law, Ruby Valdez; and many other nieces, nephews and cousins. Gabe's life was filled with numerous experiences and personal relationships that will always be remembered and cherished. He was a once-in-a-generation personality who had the unique ability to help, love, and take care of everyone that he came in touch with, regardless if that person was an old friend or a new friend. Our lives will never be the same without Gabe. Gabe is preceded in death by his brother, Guzman Valdez; sisters, Margaret Archuleta, Benita Garcia and Odelia Garcia; brothers-in-law, Bernie Garcia, Sr. and Glen McGregor; niece, Josefina "Pina" Valdez; and mother and father, Josefita and Gabriel L. Valdez, Sr. Gabe's life will be celebrated Friday, August 12, 2011, 9:00 a.m., at Calvary Chapel, 4001 Osuna Rd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109. Friends may visit beginning at 8:00 a.m. Procession and interment will follow at 2:00 p.m. in his hometown of Cebolla, NM. Pallbearers will be Luke Maestas, John Gomez, Arturo Valdez, Phillip G. Garcia, Phillip Garcia, Cristobal Archuleta Jr., Danny Manzanares, and Eugene Sandoval. Honorary pallbearers will be Joe Garcia Jr., Paul Garcia, Carlos Archuleta, Bernie Garcia Jr., Shane McGregor, and Scott McGregor. Please visit our online guestbook for Gabe at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Wed August 10, 2011

DURAN -- ROSARIO H. Rosario H. Duran, 92, passed away Saturday, August 6, 2011. To view Service information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com. Rosario's care has been entrusted to: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave SW Albuquerque, NM 87102 (505) 243-5222
        Published on: Tue August 09, 2011

VALLEJOS -- ISABEL Passed away on Friday August 5, 2011 peacefully with family and friends comforting her. She went home to the Lord where she will now serve Him in Heaven. She was 85, a life long resident born on November 19, 1925 in Albuquerque, NM. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jose Vallejos; son, Phillip Vallejos; and brothers and sisters, Tomas Sanchez, Nick Sanchez, Esequiel (Chuno) Sanchez, Dan (Pecoso) Sanchez, Barbara Sanchez and Helen Chavez. She is survived by sons, Gerald Vallejos and wife Linda Vallejos, Randy Vallejos; daughter, Michelle Renee Garcia-Vallejos and husband Yoel Garcia. Grandchildren, Yuneci Vallejos, Alejandro Garcia, Aaron Vallejos, Gerry Vallejos, James Vallejos, Deborah Pino, Shay Vallejos. And loved nieces and nephews that shared their much appreciated love with Mom. A special Thank You to David Lujan for all the love and support he has shared with the family and especially to our Mom. She was a devoted member of Holy Family Church where she was a member of the Women's Sacred Heart League and a member of the VFW program. She worked for the Albuquerque Public School for the Grandma Program, she was also a Bus Assistant for Special Needs children and a A.P.S. School Crossing Guard. Thank You Mom for all you did for us. We will be ok, don't worry for us. We have many memories you have left for us to always treasure and stories to pass on and on. You will always be in our heart. Visitation will begin at 6:30 pm and the Rosary will be recited at 7:00 pm August 10, 2011 at Holy Family Church. A Mass will be held at 9:00 am on Thursday, August 11, 2011 at Holy Family Church. Interment is to follow at El Campo Santo de San Jose. Isabel's care has been entrusted to: Direct Funeral Services, 2914 4th St. Albuq. NM. 87107. 505-343-8008
        Published on: Tue August 09, 2011

ROZZI -- JOHN P. JR. Age 55, a resident of Calexico, CA, formally of Albuquerque (Old Town), NM passed away July 23, 2011 in California. He was born November 17, 1955. John was a wonderful son, husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. A Rosary to be recited today at Garcia Mortuary in the Chapel of Angels at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated tomorrow at San Felipe De Neri Catholic Church, 2005 N Plaza NW, at 10:00 a.m. Interment to follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com. John's care has been entrusted to: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW Albuquerque, NM, 87102 505-243-5222
        Published on: Mon August 08, 2011

ARBALLO -- GILBERT 90, passed away on August 06, 2011. Services are pending and will be announced. Gilberts care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave SW Albuquerque, NM 87102 (505) 243-5222
        Published on: Sun August 07, 2011

GARCIA -- ANNABELL The family would like to thank all the relatives and friends for your kindness and sympathy at a time when it was greatly appreciated. Services entrusted to: www.salazarandsons.com Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third Street SW 505-247-4124
        Published on: Sun August 07, 2011