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SANCHEZ -- Raymond James "Jimmy" Sanchez. On September 5, 2004 our Heavenly Father called Raymond home. A lifelong resident of Albuquerque, Raymond was preceded in death by his parents, Ramon and Jenny Sanchez; brother, Alex Sanchez; and half-sister, Anita Maldonado. He is survived by the mother of his children, Theresa "Terri" Sanchez; son, Dennis Sanchez; daughters, Denise and Dee Sanchez, all of Albuquerque; two grandsons, Joshua Sanchez of Albuquerque and Jonathon Ramsey of Florida; special aunt, Peggy Duran; step-mother, Margaret Sanchez; step-sister, Dolores; many nieces, nephews, and cousins; companion and friend, Lillian Gallegos and family. Raymond proudly served in the United States Air Force and the New Mexico National Guard. He retired from Sandia National Laboratories and was a member of the American Legion. Raymond loved to fish and always had some project or another in the making. He loved his pups, especially his "Buddy Boy." Raymond was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Those who knew him will truly miss him. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, 9:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 1860 Griegos NW. Interment will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Joshua Sanchez, Matthew Sanchez, Mark Ortega, James Otero, Monica Sanchez, and Doug Gilreath. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Arthritis Foundation Greater Southwest Chapter, 1313 East Osborn, Suite 200, Phoenix, AZ 85014. Dad, we are going to miss you but know you are in the comforting arms of our Lord, pain free. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Wed September 08, 2004

SAIZ -- Norma J. Saiz, 41, was born on Saturday, June 29, 1963 and passed away on Sunday, August 29, 2004. Her smile brightened the room. Her laugh was contagious. When she loved you, you definitely knew it. Norma was many things to many people, a mother, a wife, a daughter, a sister, an aunt and a friend. She lived life like many only dreamed, to the fullest. She is survived by her husband, Pat Johnson; daughters, Yolanda Saiz and Ashley Salas; step-daughters, Christa Lowe and husband, Alton and Kimberly Tibbs and husband, Lyn; grandchildren, Chaylyn, Dalton and Samuel Tibbs; mother, Petrita Saiz; sisters, Patsy Garcia and husband, Ben, Dorella Beeson and husband, Dee, Nancy Trujillo, Barbara Rivera, Darlene Archuleta and husband, Henry, Yvonne Gallegos and husband, Marc; brothers, Jackie Saiz, Bryan Saiz and wife, Olivia and Jimmy Saiz; and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held, Wednesday, 10:00 a.m., at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, with Pastor Daniel Clymer officiating. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
        Published on: Wed September 01, 2004

SAIZ -- Norma J. Saiz, 41, was born on Saturday, June 29, 1963 and passed away on Sunday, August 29, 2004. Her smile brightened the room. Her laugh was contagious. When she loved you, you definitely knew it. Norma was many things to many people, a mother, a wife, a daughter, a sister, an aunt and a friend. She lived life like many only dreamed, to the fullest. She is survived by her husband, Pat Johnson; daughters, Yolanda Saiz and Ashley Salas; step-daughters, Christa Lowe and husband, Alton and Kimberly Tibbs and husband, Lyn; grandchildren, Chaylyn, Dalton and Samuel Tibbs; mother, Petrita Saiz; sisters, Patsy Garcia and husband, Ben, Dorella Beeson and husband, Dee, Nancy Trujillo, Barbara Rivera, Darlene Archuleta and husband, Henry, Yvonne Gallegos and husband, Marc; brothers, Jackie Saiz, Bryan Saiz and wife, Olivia and Jimmy Saiz; and numerous nieces and nephews. Two memorial services will be held, Tuesday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel and Wednesday, 10:00 a.m., at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, with Pastor Daniel Clymer officiating. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Chapel, Tuesday, 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE 823-9400
        Published on: Tue August 31, 2004

GUTIERREZ -- Rose Gutierrez, 74, a lifelong resident of Cuba, NM, died on August 22, 2004. She is survived by her husband, Gilbert Gutierrez, formerly of Cuba; two sons, Waldo Gutierrez of Rio Rancho and Gary Gutierrez and wife, Elaine of Albuquerque; three daughters, Joann Baca and husband, Ray of Bernalillo, Sally Maestas of Albuquerque, and Kelly Garcia of Rio Rancho; 20 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter; four sisters, Romie Martinez of Cuba, Dora Chavez of Kingman, AZ, Sadie Moore and husband, Ken of Clovis, NM, and Emma Naranjo of Albuquerque; brother, Joe Pena of Reedley, CA. She is preceded in death by her two sons, James Gutierrez and Gilbert Gutierrez Jr.; three sisters; and two brothers. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church in Cuba, NM with Father John Boland, celebrant. Burial will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:30 p.m. Pallbearers will be Vince Bernal, Jared Gutierrez, Adriel Garcia, Joey Gallegos, Duane Arellano, and Eric Montoya. Honorary pallbearers will be David Leyba, Ray Baca, Geoffrey Gutierrez and Ryan Gutierrez. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
        Published on: Wed August 25, 2004

GUTIERREZ -- Rose Gutierrez, 74, a lifelong resident of Cuba, NM, died on August 22, 2004. She is survived by her husband, Gilbert Gutierrez, formerly of Cuba; two sons, Waldo Gutierrez of Rio Rancho and Gary Gutierrez and wife, Elaine of Albuquerque; three daughters, Joann Baca and husband, Ray of Bernalillo, Sally Maestas of Albuquerque, and Kelly Garcia of Rio Rancho; 20 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter; four sisters, Romie Martinez of Cuba, Dora Chavez of Kingman, AZ, Sadie Moore and husband, Ken of Clovis, and Emma Naranjo of Albuquerque; brother, Joe Pena of Reedley, CA. She is preceded in death by her two sons, James Gutierrez and Gilbert Gutierrez Jr.; three sisters; and two brothers. Rosary will be recited on Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Church in Cuba, NM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. also at the church with Father John Boland, celebrant. Burial will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:30 p.m. Pallbearers will be Vince Bernal, Jared Gutierrez, Adriel Garcia, Joey Gallegos, Duane Arellano, and Eric Montoya. Honorary pallbearers will be David Leyba, Ray Baca, Geoffrey Gutierrez, and Ryan Gutierrez. Friends and family may visit Immaculate Conception on Tuesday from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
        Published on: Tue August 24, 2004

MARES -- Ruben Matthew Mares, age 20, a resident of Albuquerque for the past six months and longtime resident of Las Vegas, NM, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, August 18, 2004. He was born in Las Vegas, NM on January 20, 1984 to Susan and Eloy Mares. He loved to listen to music, play video games, hang out with his friends, and watch comedy movies. He was a stereo and Amplifier installer and enjoyed tinting windows. He was employed as a cook at Chili's Restaurant in Albuquerque. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Rudy Quintana; grandmother, Rosie Mares; uncles, Lorenzo Mares and Nick Sandoval; aunt, Adeline Sacoman; cousins, Rosita Mares and Mariah Myers. He is survived by his parents, Susan and Eloy Mares of Las Vegas, NM; sisters, Ruth Ann Mares and husband, Carlos Lujan Jr., Joann Romero and husband, Fernando; great-grandparents, Jose and Antonia Garcia; grandfather, Eloy Mares Sr.; grandmother:, Teresita Brown; goddaughter, Dee Andra Lujan; godson & nephew, Jesus Romero; other nieces and nephews, Fabian Lujan, Marissa Mendoza, and Christopher Romero, all of Las Vegas, NM; aunts and uncles, Loretta Myers & family of Georgia; Valerie Vasquez & family of Albuquerque, NM; Rudy Quintana Jr., & family of Washington; Sabrina Quintana & family of Minnesota; Alena Quintana & family of Iowa; Joe & Martha Mares & family; Martha and Samuel Vigil & family; Gloria Sandoval & family; Frances Mares & family; Veronica Mares; Juan Mares & family; Doris Mares & family, all of Las Vegas, NM; god parents, Isidro Mascarenas, Magnalena Otero, Lorenzo and Prescilla Medina; long time friends, Dale & Fabby Roybal and children, Ezra, Isiah, and Namoi; special friends, Natasha Dominguez, Laura Lopez, Virgina Gallegos, Shane Franken, Victor Borego, and Martina Martinez, all of Las Vegas, NM; numerous other close friends and relatives. Rosary devotional services will be conducted this evening at 7:00 p.m. at the Immaculate Conception Church. Funeral services will be conducted on Saturday morning at 8:00 a.m. at the Immaculate Conception Church with father George V. Salazar as celebrant. Interment will follow at the Mt Calvary Cemetery with the following serving as casket bearers: Ezra Roybal, Isiah Roybal, Julian Garcia, Joseph Mares, Gabriel Garly, and Eugene Lopez; serving as honorary bearers will be Aaron Vasquez, Jordan Vasquez, and Martin Cadena. Arrangements are under the direction of the Rogers Mortuary, Las Vegas, NM, 1-800-479-3511 or 505-425-3511.
        Published on: Sat August 21, 2004

GALLEGOS -- Elena (Lucero) Gallegos. The family of Elena Gallegos wishes to express their sincere appreciation to all relatives and friends who were so kind and supportive during their recent loss. Special thanks to Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, Fr. Antonio Mondragon, the Catholic Daughters; the pallbearers; to those who sent floral tributes, food, and cards; to the Staff of ICU and the second floor staff at Northeast Heights Hospital; Betsy and Becky of Heritage Home Care; to Dr. Joseph Perea for the many years of service; and to Dr. Michael Gurule, Dr. Featherstone for assisting the family in getting Elena home for her last few days; and Dr. Lynn for the wonderful advice. Your kindness will always be remembered. Funeral services were entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
        Published on: Fri August 20, 2004

CHAVEZ -- Alfred "Fecho" Alfonso Chavez, 86, passed away on Monday, August 16, 2004. He is survived by his granddaughter, Alexandria Ferguson and husband, Ben of San Diego, CA; grandsons, Robert Herrera of Albuquerque and Vincent Herrera and wife, Rosemary of Albuquerque, who aided Mr. Chavez as his caregiver; 5 great-grandchildren; 8 great-great-grandchildren; sister, Lita Gallegos and husband, Paciano of Albuquerque; brothers, Edward Chavez and wife, Rosemarie, Nick Chavez and wife, Priscilla all of Albuquerque; special friend, Jane Batten of Albuquerque; sister-in-law, Georgia Chavez of Albuquerque; and many nieces and nephews. Mr. Chavez was preceded in death by his wife, Lila; daughter, Mary Emma Chavez; son, George Chavez; and brothers, Henry, Johnny, and Delfino Chavez. A Rosary will be recited Thursday, August 19, 2004, at 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. A funeral mass will be celebrated Friday, August 20, 2004, at 9:00 a.m., at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, 9502 4th Street NW. Interment will take place at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Thursday, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Pallbearers will be Ron Glaser, Randy Gallegos, Jason Chavez, Robert Chavez, Daniel Chavez, and Michael Gallegos. Honorary pallbearers will be Robert Glaser and Eddie Chavez. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Thu August 19, 2004

GALLEGOS -- Elena (Lucero) Gallegos, age 93, beloved sister and aunt was called home by our Heavenly Father, Sunday, August 15, 2004. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, August 19, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. Interment will follow at the Corrales Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Robert Gurule, Richard Casaus, Peter Chavez, Henry Chavez, David Sanchez, and Ray Sanchez. Funeral services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
        Published on: Thu August 19, 2004

CHAVEZ -- Alfred "Fecho" Alfonso Chavez, 86, passed away on Monday, August 16, 2004. He is survived by his granddaughter, Alexandria Ferguson and husband, Ben of San Diego, CA; grandsons, Robert Herrera of Albuquerque and Vincent Herrera and wife, Rosemary of Albuquerque, who aided Mr. Chavez as his caregiver; 5 great-grandchildren; 8 great-great-grandchildren; sister, Lita Gallegos and husband, Paciano of Albuquerque; brothers, Edward Chavez and wife, Rosemarie, Nick Chavez and wife, Priscilla all of Albuquerque; special friend, Jane Batten of Albuquerque; sister-in-law, Georgia Chavez of Albuquerque; and many nieces and nephews. Mr. Chavez was preceded in death by his wife, Lila; daughter, Mary Emma Chavez; son, George Chavez; and brothers, Henry, Johnny, and Delfino Chavez. A Rosary will be recited Thursday, August 19, 2004, at 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel. A funeral mass will be celebrated Friday, August 20, 2004, at 9:00 a.m., at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, 9502 4th Street NW. Interment will take place at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Thursday, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Pallbearers will be Ron Glaser, Randy Gallegos, Jason Chavez, Robert Chavez, Daniel Chavez, and Michael Gallegos. Honorary pallbearers will be Robert Glaser and Eddie Chavez. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Wed August 18, 2004