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LUNA -- MANUELA. Mrs. Manuela Luna, 71, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on November 6, 2005. Mrs. Luna is survived by her loving husband of 46 years, Mr. Salomon Luna; three daughters, Maria Guzman and husband, David, Jolyn Murphy and husband, Patrick, Debra Marthe and husband, Mike; seven grandchildren, Daniel Guzman, Alicia Ortega, Michael Marthe, Jocelyn Marthe, Kathryn Murphy, Christian Murphy, and Isabella Murphy; Mrs. Luna was preceded in death by her beloved grandson, Anthony Guzman. Mrs. Luna is also survived by her four sisters, Elva Rhodes, Edelmira Tomlinson and husband Frank, Elidia Nichols and Delma Dominguez; two brothers, Armando Dominguez and wife, Aurelia and Armin Dominguez and wife, Bernice; sisters-in-law, Terry Luna, Viola Luna, Irene Luna, Alice Luna, Amy Lucero and husband, Boni; brothers-in-law, Gilbert Luna and wife, Okie, Ernest Luna and wife, Erlinda and Napoleon Sisneros; special niece, Pablita Chavez; and numerous loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Mrs. Luna was also preceded in death by her parents, Juan and Catalina Dominguez; in-laws, Mariano and Francisca Luna; brothers-in-law, Marcelino Luna, Vidal Luna, Mariano Luna, George Luna; sisters-in-law, Josefa Sisneros, and Lugarda Saiz. Mrs. Luna was a member of the Catholic Church, a kindergarden teacher for 29 years for A.P.S. and worked for the state of New Mexico in District Court. A visitation will be Wednesday evening at Santuario de San Martin Catholic Church, 8301 Camino San Martin, from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Terry Luna. Final visitation will be Thursday morning at Santuario de San Martin from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. with Mass of the Ressurection to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. by Father James Vance. Interment will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be David Guzman, Daniel Guzman, Patrick Murphy, Mike Marthe, Michael Marthe, and Charles Luna. Honorary pallbearer will be Christian Murphy. Arrangments by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
        Published on: Wed November 09, 2005

LUNA -- MANUELA. Mrs. Manuela Luna, 71, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on November 6, 2005. Mrs. Luna is survived by her loving husband of 46 years, Mr. Salomon Luna; three daughters, Maria Guzman and husband, David, Jolyn Murphy and husband, Patrick, Debra Marthe and husband, Mike; seven grandchildren, Daniel Guzman, Alicia Ortega, Michael Marthe, Jocelyn Marthe, Kathryn Murphy, Christian Murphy, and Isabella Murphy. Mrs. Luna was preceded in death by her beloved grandson, Anthony Guzman. Mrs. Luna is also survived by her four sisters, Elva Rhodes, Edelmira Tomlinson and husband, Frank, Elidia Nichols and Delma Dominguez; two brothers, Armando Dominguez and wife, Aurelia and Armin Dominguez and wife, Bernice; sisters-in-law, Terry Luna, Viola Luna, Irene Luna, Alice Luna, Amy Lucero and husband, Boni; brothers-in-law, Gilbert Luna and wife, Okie, Ernest Luna and wife, Erlinda and Napoleon Sisneros; special niece, Pablita Chavez; and numerous loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Mrs. Luna was also preceded in death by her parents, Juan and Catalina Dominguez; in-laws, Mariano and Francisca Luna; brothers-in-law, Marcelino Luna, Vidal Luna, Mariano Luna, George Luna; sisters-in-law, Josefa Sisneros, and Lugarda Saiz. Mrs. Luna was a member of the Catholic Church, a kindergarden teacher for 29 years for A.P.S. and worked for the state of New Mexico in District Court. A visitation will be Wednesday evening at Santuario de San Martin Catholic Church, 8301 Camino San Martin, from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Terry Luna. Final visitation will be Thursday morning at Santuario de San Martin from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. with Mass of the Ressurection to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. by Father James Vance. Interment will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be David Guzman, Daniel Guzman, Patrick Murphy, Mike Marthe, Michael Marthe, and Charles Luna. Honorary pallbearer will be Christian Murphy. Arrangments by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
        Published on: Tue November 08, 2005

SALAS -- Anselma "Chema", age 42, passed away at a local hospital on November 5, 2005. She is survived by her husband, Anthony Salas; their children; Kimberly, Kristine, Julian, and Victor; mother, Susie Rodriguez; siblings, Mary Ann Dominguez and her husband, Johnny, Gilbert and wife, Irene, Ruben and Marlene, Raymond and wife, Sandra, Stephen and wife, Dora, and Josephine Molina and husband, Larry; two grandchildren, Christopher and Nicholas Salas. Chema is preceded in death by her father, Victoriano Rodriguez. She leaves behind brothers and sisters-in-law and many nieces and nephews. Chema was a very devoted mother, wife, and daughter. She always put her family first. Chema was a member of St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Catholic Church. A rosary will be recited on November 7 and November 8, 2005, at 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary , Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW. A mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on November 9, 2005 at 9:00 a.m. at St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Catholic Church, 4000 St. Joseph Pl, NW. Interment will follow at San Lorenzo Church in Abo, New Mexico. Pallbearers will be Julian Garcia, Victor Salas, Gilbert Rodriguez, Ruben Rodriguez, Raymond Rodriguez and Stephen Rodriguez. Honorary pallbearers will be Frank Ramos and Ben Salas. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
        Published on: Tue November 08, 2005

SALAS -- Anselma "Chema", age 42, passed away at a local hospital on November 5, 2005. She is survived by her husband, Anthony Salas; their children; Kimberly, Kristine, Julian, and Victor; mother, Susie Rodriguez; siblings, Mary Ann Dominguez and her husband, Johnny, Gilbert and wife, Irene, Ruben and Marlene, Raymond and wife, Sandra, Stephen and wife, Dora, and Josephine Molina and husband, Larry; two grandchildren, Christopher and Nicholas Salas. Chema is preceded in death by her father, Victoriano Rodriguez. She leaves behind brothers and sisters-in-law and many nieces and nephews. Chema was a very devoted mother, wife, and daughter. She always put her family first. Chema was a member of St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Catholic Church. A rosary will be recited on November 7 and November 8, 2005, at 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary , Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW. A mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on November 9, 2005 at 9:00 a.m. at St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Catholic Church, 4000 St. Joseph Pl, NW. Interment will follow at San Lorenzo Church in Abo, New Mexico. Pallbearers will be Julian Garcia, Victor Salas, Gilbert Rodriguez, Ruben Rodriguez, Raymond Rodriguez and Stephen Rodriguez. Honorary pallbearers will be Frank Ramos and Ben Salas. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
        Published on: Mon November 07, 2005

BLACK -- ALFRED B. Mr. Alfred B. Black, 70, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on October 30, 2005. Alfred is the beloved husband to Mrs. Florence Black, married for 48 years. Alfred is also survived by his four children, Anthony Black and wife, Mary Ann, Veronica Stepp and husband, Dwayne, Vincent Black and Rick Austin and Martin T. Black; five sisters, Lillian Black and husband, Jimmy, Irene Romero, Consie Griego and husband, Sisto, Rosemary Saiz and husband, Foley, Margaret Zubiate and husband, Arthur; one brother, Gilbert Black; eight grandchildren, Joe Michael Fraley and wife, Christina, Jenara Furness and husband, D.J., Gary Fraley and wife, Kara, Brittonie King and husband, Logan, Kolbe Fraley, Eric Alfred Fraley, Alex Black, and Brianna Black; two great-grandchildren, Avery Fraley and Jenna Fraley; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Alfred was preceded in death by his parents, Jenaro and Trinidad Black; a sister, Rose Garcia; and a brother-in-law, Luis Garcia. Alfred was a member of the Catholic Church and a Veteran of the United States Army. A Rosary was recited Friday evening at 7:00 p.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church by Ralph Ortiz. Final visitation will be Saturday morning from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW with Mass of the Resurrection to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow with Military Honors in the Veguita Cemetery, Veguita, New Mexico. Pallbearers will be Joe Michael Fraley, Gary Fraley, Kolbe Fraley, Eric Fraley, Alex Black, Logan King, D.J. Furness. Honorary pallbearers will be Jenara Furness, Brittonie King, Brianna Black, Kara Fraley, and Christina Fraley. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
        Published on: Sat November 05, 2005

BLACK -- ALFRED B. Mr. Alfred B. Black, 70, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on October 30, 2005. Alfred is the beloved husband to Mrs. Florence Black, married for 48 years. Alfred is also survived by his four children, Anthony Black and wife, Mary Ann, Veronica Stepp and husband, Dwayne, Vincent Black and Rick Austin and Martin T. Black; five sisters, Lillian Black and husband, Jimmy, Irene Romero, Consie Griego and husband, Sisto, Rosemary Saiz and husband, Foley, Margaret Zubiate and husband, Arthur; one brother, Gilbert Black; eight grandchildren, Joe Michael Fraley and wife, Christina, Jenara Furness and husband, D.J., Gary Fraley and wife, Kara, Brittonie King and husband, Logan, Kolbe Fraley, Eric Alfred Fraley, Alex Black and Brianna Black; two great-grandchildren, Avery Fraley and Jenna Fraley; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Alfred was preceded in death by his parents, Jenaro and Trinidad Black; a sister, Rose Garcia; and a brother-in-law, Luis Garcia. Alfred was a member of the Catholic Church and a Veteran of the United States Army. A visitation for Alfred will be Friday afternoon in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel from 3:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. A Visitation will be Friday evening from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Ralph Ortiz. Final visitation will be Saturday morning from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church with Mass of the Resurrection to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow with Military Honors in the Veguita Cemetery, Veguita, New Mexico. Pallbearers will be Joe Michael Fraley, Gary Fraley, Kolbe Fraley, Eric Fraley, Alex Black, Logan King, DJ. Furness. Honorary pallbearers will be Jenara Furness, Brittonie King, Brianna Black, Kara Fraley and Christina Fraley. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
        Published on: Fri November 04, 2005

MCKENZIE -- Shan O'Shea McKenzie May 9, 1948 - October 30, 2005 Shan O'Shea McKenzie, 57, of Mesa, AZ passed away from this life into eternal life on Sunday, October 30, 2005. He was born May 9, 1948 to Paul and Ila McKenzie in Albuquerque, NM. He grew up in Albuquerque and graduated from Rio Grande High School. He also graduated from New Mexico State College in Las Cruces, NM. He married Shirley McKenzie in September 12, 1968. Together they had four loving children; Shanna, Cindy, Tonia, and Joe. He moved his family to Farmington from Albuquerque in 1976. There he worked at the power plants and as a rig welder. While living in Farmington raising his family he loved to coach. He was a YAFL football coach even before his own son was old enough to play the sport. He also loved to coach fast pitch softball. He liked the sport so much and was so involved that he became the president for a term. Shan touched many people through his coaching. Shan loved his family more than anything. He was very proud of his kids and grandkids. He loved to spend time with them and play with them. He loved them more than words can ever express! He will always be remembered for his great sense of humor. He was able to make many people smile no matter what their mood was. While living in Farmington he had made many great friends. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Shirley McKenzie of Mesa, AZ; daughters, Shanna Jeffris of Pampa, TX, Cindy McKenzie of Mesa, AZ, Tonia Watkins and husband, Eddy of Bloomfield, NM, and Joe McKenzie and wife Cherie of Gilbert, AZ; grandchildren, Chris McKenzie, Spencer McKenzie, and Ali McKenzie of Gilbert, AZ, Tyler Unsell of Mesa, AZ, Ripp Watkins, Breanna Watkins, and Chad Watkins of Bloomfield, NM, and Kenzie Jeffris of Pampa, TX. He was preceded in death by his father, Paul A. McKenzie and mother, Ila E. McKenzie. The viewing was from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 2, 2005 at Vista Verde Memorial Home in Albuquerque, NM, and the Rosary was at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass was held Thursday, November 3, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Parish in Rio Rancho, NM with Father Steven. Graveside Services were held at Sandia Memory Gardens in Albuquerque, NM following Mass. Shan is in care with Lakeshore Mortuary in Mesa, AZ and Vista Verde Memorial Home in Albuquerque, NM. God saw you were getting tired. A cure was not to be. So He wrapped His arms around you, And whispered, "Come with me." With tearful eyes, We watched you suffer, And saw you fade away. Although we loved you dearly, We could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating; Hard working hands now rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us - He only takes the best.
        Published on: Fri November 04, 2005

BYRNES -- Mary Victoria "Honey" Byrnes, 101, passed away Friday October 14, 2005 at the Laurel Canyon Rehabilitation Center in Albuquerque after breaking her hip in August. She received excellent care from the people who worked with her. Her family greatly appreciates the professional care and effort the staff gave her while she was there. She was born November 5, 1903 to E.J. Tschann and Elizabeth Ann Byrnes in Missouri. She grew up in Little Rock, AK attending school at St. Mary's Academy Boarding School. After marrying in 1926 she moved to Altadena, CA where her daughter Mary Ann was born, and then moved to Fullerton, CA where her son, Roger was born. Shortly after coming to New Mexico in 1940, she found herself a single mother, having to take care of her children, as well as her aging mother by herself. Despite the financial and personal difficulties that she faced, she always found a way to take care of her family. She owned and operated the Knotty Pine Cafe on west Central, and also ran several motels including the Capri Motel for in downtown Albuquerque. Most recently she managed the Green Acres Mobile Home Village on North Second Street from May 1979 until May 1992. She lived a very full and independent life, keeping her own apartment until she finally relented and moved in with her daughter, Mary Ann in 2001 at the age of 98. The magnitude of her life can be seen through the four generations of family that followed her. She is preceded in death by her father and mother, E.J. and Elizabeth Tschann; her brother and sister-in-law, John and Dorothy Tschann; and her son-in-law, Fred Gross. She is survived by her daughter, Mary Ann Gross; grandsons, Roger Paul Gross and wife, Gena; and great-grandchildren, Kimberley Lynn, Jason Paul; and great-granddaughters, Alexis and Paris; grandson, Stephen Gross and good friend, Mary Lynn and daughter, Hannah; son, Roger Byrnes and wife, Pat; grandchildren, Judy, Tim, Jeanne Marie of Gilbert AZ, Joy Ellen; and great-grandchildren, Trevor and Forest; grandson Michael and wife, Krissi of Phoenix AZ, and grandson Sean Of Norfolk VA; nephew Edward Tschann and wife, Mary. She left behind four generations; two children, eight grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren. The orneriest saints that God ever put on this earth is finally at rest. May God bless her and let her enjoy the peace she so richly deserves. The family asks that in lieu of flowers do something nice for another person. A Rosary will be recited Friday evening November 4, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. at Chapel of Sunrise. A Mass will be held at 8:30 Saturday November 5, 2005, her 102 birthday at Annunciation Church, 2621 Vermont NE. A reception will follow. Sunrise Funeral Options 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
        Published on: Tue November 01, 2005

PADILLA -- Thomas Padilla, Jr. has gone home to be with our Lord after losing his battle with a long-term illness. Tom was born on January 28, 1925 and raised in Albuquerque, in the old Saw Mill area with his deceased parents Josephine and Thomas Padilla, Sr. At his bedside was his family, wife, Grace Padilla; three loving children, daughter, Thomasine Montoya, husband, Herman Montoya and two grandsons, Rafael and Nicholas Montoya; son-Martin Padilla; and daughter-Lorraine Ruggles and husband, John Ruggles and grandson, John Wayne Ruggles. He is also survived by his sisters, Genevieve Santiago, Connie Simoes and husband, Tony Simoes; Peaches Martinez (deceased) and husband, Gilbert Martinez; and many nieces and nephews. Tom was a decorated Marine serving in WW II and the Korean War. He was a retired ironworker, honorary member of the Ironworkers Union, mentor for many apprentices & ironworkers, former member of the Albuquerque Elks and lifetime member of the VFW. Tom loved people and will always be remembered for his great stories and many accomplishments that are exhibited in New Mexico. He loved to make and give away his metal figurines, especially his fishermen. Pallbearers are his three grandsons: Rafael, Nicholas and John Wayne; four godsons: Paul Gurule, Steven Mirabal, Louis Santiago and Cecil Soto; Nephew: Larry Martinez and Dale Anaya. Honorary Pallbearers: Brother-In-Laws: Gilbert Martinez and Tony Simoes; Uncle: Marvin Gonzales; John Anaya, Steve Mirabal, Nasario Gutierrez. As a long time parishioner, all services will be held at St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Church, 300 Mildred Ave. NW, which he helped build over 50 years ago. Rosary, Tuesday, November 1st @ 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass: Wednesday, November 2, at 9:00 a.m. Burial Services at Santa Fe National Cemetery. French Mortuary, Inc. 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Tue November 01, 2005

GALLEGOS -- Julia Gallegos has been called home to be with the Lord after a long illness. Julia was born on Feb 9, 1933 to Salomon and Candaleria Herrera. She is survived by her three sons, Fred Gallegos, Charles Gallegos and Jerry Gallegos and his wife, Susan. She also leaves four grandchildren, Jesse, Magdalene, Keirsten, Christopher and his wife, Jeanine Gallegos, and one great-grandson Anthony Gallegos; her beloved brother, Paul and wife, Ruby Herrera. Julia was a loving aunt to twelve nieces and nephews. Visitations will be held at Salazar & Sons at 400 Third St. SW on Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2005 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A Rosary will follow at 7:00 p.m. Services will be held at St. Anne's Catholic Church on Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. and burial will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be, Jesse Gallegos, Chris Gallegos, Richard Herrera, Chris Herrera, Robert Herrera and Joey Buchow. Honorary Pallbearers will be Anthony Gallegos and Gilbert Carrillo. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
        Published on: Mon October 31, 2005