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GARCIA -- Juan Carlos Garcia, 36, passed away on February 14, 2011. He is survived by his beloved wife Sonya; his parents, Irma and Ismael Barron, Sr.; two daughters, Mia and Aryana Garcia; mother and father-in-law, Ray and Beverly Martinez; brothers, Ismael Barron Jr. (Mayra), from Mexico, Raul Barron, from California; sister, Maritrini Rodriquez, from California; brother-in-law, Jr. Martinez; grandmother, Trinidad Melin. Juan Carlos was preceded in death by his grandfather, Juan Manuel Melin. Juan Carlos was a resident of Albuquerque since 1998. He was a lover of fishing, drawing, and painting, and a hard worker. Juan loved his family, especially his girls. Visitation will be held Friday, February 18, 2011, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., at St. Bernadette. Rosary will follow at 6:00 p.m. Mass will be held Saturday, February 19, 2011, at 9:00 a.m., at St. Bernadette. Burial will follow at Sandia Memory Garden. To view funeral information or leave a condolence please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Juan's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
        Published on: Fri February 18, 2011

HERNANDEZ -- Albina M. Hernandez, age 99, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque passed away on Friday, February 11, 2011. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edmundo G. Hernandez; and two daughters, Dolores A. and Elodia P. Albina is survived by three daughters, Grace Hernandez Fink and husband, Bob, Juliet C. Richardson, and RoseAnn Hernandez; eight grandchildren; twenty one great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She began her college education at St. Joseph's on the Rio Grande, formerly, Catholic Teacher's College then transferred to New Mexico A & M. She earned her Master Teacher's Elementary Life Certificate on June 12, 1953, followed by a Master of Arts degree on June 15, 1962, both from the University of New Mexico. She was a member of Alpha Delta Kappa, the Retired Teachers Sorority, as well as a long time parishioner of Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, where she was also a member of the choir. Albina enjoyed reading, knitting and traveling. She will be dearly missed. A Memorial Rosary will be held Friday, February 18, 2011, 7:00 p.m., at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5310 Claremont NE. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Saturday, February 19, 2011, 11:30 a.m., at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. She will be laid to rest at Santa Fe National Cemetery at a later date. Please visit the online guestbook for Albina at www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
        Published on: Fri February 18, 2011

HERNANDEZ -- Tony "Googie" Hernandez, age 84, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away February 14, 2011. The Rosary was held Thursday, February 17, 2011 at 7:00 p.m., in the St. Charles Borromero Catholic Church. The Mass will be celebrated Friday, February 18, 2011 at 10:00 a.m., in the St. Charles Borromero Church. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to St. Charles Borromero School, 1818 Coal Place SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106. Salazar and Sons Mortuary, 400 Third Street SW, Albuquerque, NM 505-247-4124 salazarandsons.com
        Published on: Fri February 18, 2011

HORTON -- Woodrow William "Bill" Horton born Dec. 18, 1949, passed away in his home on Friday, Feb. 11, 2011 of natural causes. He is survived by his four children; and three siblings; grandchildren; nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held on Friday, February 18, 2011 at 9:00 a.m., at Our Holy Family Church, 562 Atrisco Dr SW Albuquerque, NM 87105.
        Published on: Fri February 18, 2011

JEFFERSON -- Florine R. Jefferson, daughter of Abraham and Pearl Macklin, was born February 15, 1915 in Houston Texas. Florine met and married Fredrick O. Jefferson in Philadelphia, PA. She departed this life on February 11, 2011 in Albuquerque, NM. Florine was preceded in death by husband Fredrick and son Elbert. She is survived by: two daughters Charmaine McCormick and Beverly Spurlock; son Wilson Reaves; 16 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; great-great-grandchildren; great-great-great grandchildren; nieces; nephews, and other relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, February 18, 2011 at French ~ Lomas Chapel. Florine will be laid to rest with her husband at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Florine at www.RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd NE (505)275-3500
        Published on: Fri February 18, 2011

LEWIS -- Elsie M Lewis, 93, passed away peacefully at home February 15, 2011. Born in Montpelier, Ohio she moved to and lived in Albuquerque since 1939. She is survived by her daughter, Sharin Francis of Greensboro, NC; son, Terry L. Lewis of Albuquerque, NM; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and many other family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Mergie Birmingham; and several siblings. Elsie was a loving wife and mother and will be greatly missed. She worked as a dietician in a nursing home and was an incredible homemaker. Mrs. Lewis was a member of Christ United Methodist Church. A gathering will be held at French, Lomas location on Saturday, February 19, 2011, at 10:00 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Christ United Methodist Church, 6200 Gibson Blvd SE, Albuquerque or the charity of your choice. Please visit our online guestbook for Mrs. Lewis at RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
        Published on: Fri February 18, 2011

REICHARD -- Nancy J. Reichard, 72, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Monday, February 14, 2011. She is survived by her daughter, Linda Josephson and husband, Ray; a sister, Carole Domres and husband, Ronald; a niece, Debbie Williamson and husband, Denny and family; a nephew, Bob Domres and wife, Sherri; goddaughter, Sandra Ross and husband, John and family; two great-nieces, Theresa and Fallon; her beloved dog, Dusty and five grand-dogs that she loved dearly. She was preceded in death by her mother, Esther (Granny). Nancy was a loving mother, sister, aunt, and a very sweet lady to all that knew and cared for her. Cremation has taken place and friends may pay their respects on Saturday, February 19, 2011, from 2:00 until 3:00 p.m., at the Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 10501 Montgomery Blvd. NE, Suite 300, Albuquerque, NM 87111 or to the Animal Humane Association of New Mexico, 615 Virginia SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. Please visit our online guestbook for Nancy at: www.RememberTheirStory.com Lovingly Pre-planned at FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Fri February 18, 2011

ROMERO -- Candelaria Chavez Romero was called home to Our Heavenly Father on February 16, 2011 at the age of 95. She was born February 2, 1916 in Duran NM, to Mr. and Mrs. Jose Leon Chavez. As a young mother and wife, she was also the owner of a Ladies Apparel store in Vaughn NM. She was preceeded in death by her beloved husband, Santiago Romero Jr.; and two sisters, Alice Gutierrez and Louisita Chavez; and one brother, Jose Lojino Chavez. She is survived by seven children: daughter, Glory Tschabold; son Buddy (Jose Leon) Romero and wife Mary; son Richard Raymond Romero and wife Mary; daughter Angie Kipp; son Jimmy Romero; daughter Barbara Romero; and daughter Liz Romero; She had 15 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and three great - great - grandchildren. Catholic Rosary and Mass celebration will be held Wednesday, February 23, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m., respectively, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Albuquerque, NM. Private interment will take place at a later date in Duran, NM. Cremation arrangements were provided by Riverside Funeral Home.
        Published on: Fri February 18, 2011

SALAS -- Josefita Salas, 95, a resident of Albuquerque passed away with her loving family at her side on February 16, 2011. Mrs. Salas is survived by her loving children, Rosie Alderette and husband, Leo, Tom Salas and wife, Theresa, and Bob Salas and wife, Christina; her brothers, James Armijo and wife, Lilly, and Orlando Armijo and wife, Madeline; her grandchildren, Leon Alderette, Cathy Garland and husband, Edwin, Tommy Salas, Clifford Salas and wife, Lydia, Michelle Brown and husband, Tom, Lisa Gamboa and husband, Louie, Kim Herrera and husband, Eric; her great-grandchildren, Jason Garland, Pamela Garland, Amber McClaren, Diego Herrera, Mia Herrera, Malerie Gamboa, Ryan Gamboa, Brisa Gamboa, Thomas Salas, and Amanda Salas; her caretakers Dolly, Susan, Margaret, Juanita and Nayeli; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Salas was preceded in death by her husband Tom A. Salas in 2000. Visitaiton will be Sunday, February 20, 2011 from 2:30 p.m. until 3:00 p.m., in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW, with a Rosary to be recited at 3:00 p.m., by her grandchildren. Final visitation will be Monday, February 21, 2011 from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco Rd. SW, with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. by Franciscan Friar. Interment will follow at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Leon Alderette, Tommy Salas, Clifford Salas, Michelle Brown, Lisa Gamboa and Kim Herrera. Please visit GabaldonMortuaryInc.com to sign the online guestbook. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary, Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
        Published on: Fri February 18, 2011

VAUGHAN -- Richard H. Vaughan Sr., age 84, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Monday, February 14, 2011. He was born in Paducah, TX to JD and Marie Vaughan. He was a general contractor throughout the state. Richard served in the United States Marine Corps and participated in the assault on Okinawa from May 27, 1945 through July 7, 1945. Richard received his Purple Heart for wounds received in action. He loved country music, dancing and cooking. Richard also had a great appreciation for western art. He is preceded in death by his wife, Billie Louise Vaughan and son, Richard H. Vaughan Jr. Richard is survived by his daughter, Johnna J. Storey of Los Lunas; granddaughters, Jeanette McCall of Colorado and Bonnie Wiethoff of Albuquerque and great-grandchildren, Santana Padilla, Halen Padilla, Caylin Doxey and Milla Wiethoff. A graveside service with full military honors for Ricahrd will be held at Santa Fe National Cemetery on Tuesday, February 22, 2011 at 11:00 a.m., followed by a Celebration of his life at Bonnie Wiethoff's home. In lieu of flower donations can be made to Disabled American Veterans in Richard's honor. Information may be found at www.dav.org. Arrangements are being handled by the caring professionals at the Noblin Funeral Service Los Lunas Chapel, 2211-D Main St. Los Lunas, where an online guest register is available at www.noblinfuneralservice.com
        Published on: Fri February 18, 2011