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VALLEJOS -- Mrs. Emilia Vallejos, 93, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on September 15, 2003. Mrs. Vallejos is survived by three daughters, Louisa Chavez and husband, Larry, Stella Montoya, Gloria Sanchez and husband, Richard; three sons, Edward Cano and wife, Rosie, Tony A. Cano and wife, Josie, Jimmy Cano and Susie; one brother, Tony Garcia and wife, Minnie; two step brothers, Benny Cano and Antonio Cano; 40 grandchildren; 139 great grandchildren; 68 great great grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends. Mrs. Vallejos was preceded in death by her husband, Pete Vallejos; sons, Johnny and Micky Cano; her daughter, Arlene Tapia; two brothers, Joe and Abel Garcia; five sisters, Nina Garcia, Fabiola Tafoya, Elisa Moya, Amalia Miera and Josefa Lash. Mrs. Vallejos was a member of the Catholic Church and the Sacred Heart League. Visitation will be Thursday evening from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Mr. Robbie Sisneros. Final visitation will be Friday morning from 10:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna NW with a Communion Service at 11:00 a.m. by Deacon Harry Beare. Interment will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Peter A. Cano, Rick Sanchez, Michael Baca, Max Cano, Benny Cano and Enrique Ortega. Honorary pallbearers will be Ken Cano, Oscar Garcia, Greg Garcia, Michael Cano, Jimmy Cano and Joey Cano. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
        Published on: Thu September 18, 2003

VALLEJOS -- Mrs. Emilia Vallejos, 93, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on September 15, 2003. Mrs. Vallejos is survived by three daughters, Louisa Chavez and husband, Larry, Stella Montoya, Gloria Sanchez and husband, Richard; three sons, Edward Cano and wife, Rosie, Tony A. Cano and wife, Josie, Jimmy Cano and Susie; one brother, Tony Garcia and wife, Minnie; two step-brothers, Benny Cano and Antonio Cano; 40 grandchildren; 139 great-grandchildren; 68 great-great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends. Mrs. Vallejos was preceded in death by her husband, Pete Vallejos; sons, Johnny and Micky Cano; her daughter, Arlene Tapia; two brothers, Joe and Abel Garcia; five sisters, Nina Garcia, Fabiola Tafoya, Elisa Moya, Amalia Miera and Josefa Lash. Mrs. Vallejos was a member of the Catholic Church and the Sacred Heart League. Visitation will be Thursday evening from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Mr. Robbie Sisneros. Final visitation will be Friday morning from 10:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna NW with a Communion Service at 11:00 a.m. by Deacon Harry Beare. Interment will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Peter A. Cano, Rick Sanchez, Michael Baca, Max Cano, Benny Cano and Enrique Ortega. Honorary pallbearers will be Ken Cano, Oscar Garcia, Greg Garcia, Michael Cano, Jimmy Cano and Joey Cano. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
        Published on: Wed September 17, 2003

HOBBS -- John D. Hobbs left us in the early evening of September 9, 2003. He died following a brief illness, but had been physically disabled with arthritis since June, 1997. He was born December 11, 1919 in Hot Sprints, AR To George Washington Hobbs and Lillian Bell Hoskins. He is preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, two sisters and a nephew. He is survived by his wife, Lavonia Clark Hobbs; his daughter, Erica D. Hobbs of Albuquerque; and his stepson, Tony Bill Buries; and his nephew, Stephen John Klima of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Johnny was baptized into the Church of Christ in his early years in Hot Sprints. At around age 12, he moved to Detroit, Michigan where he graduated from high school. World War II broke out, and he started training as an Air Cadet in Omaha, Nebraska and at Wichita Falls, Texas, and later at Indio, California where his training plane crash-landed and he suffered a back injury, and was unable to continue training as an Air Cadet, so he was stationed in Washington, DC for the remainder of the War. Following the war, he returned to Michigan and entered Wayne College, then transferred to the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville, where he studied law under the G.I. bill, and also at the branch law school in Little Rock, until the G.I. bill ran out. John was a namesake of his maternal uncle, John Divine Hoskins, who was a prominent lawyer and District Attorney in Hot Springs. John came to Taos in December, 1951. He married Lavonia in Santa Fe, NM on September 6, 1952. When John first arrived in Taos, he worked awhile for Lozier Frank in his then, variety store on the plaza, and for awhile for Dick Grainger's Electric. He also did substitute teaching and sold insurance. About 1956-57 he was appointed Justice of the Peace in the Ranchos de Taos area, where he was well liked and considered a good and fair judge, but he was defeated in the next election. He then worked in the Laboratory at Moly Corp. until his retirement in 1982. John liked hunting, fishing and wildlife. He also liked playing tennis and was considered by some, in his earlier years, as being almost professional. He had many friends and acquaintances in the area whom he enjoyed talking and visiting with at length. An outdoor memorial is planned for sometime later. Arrangements by Rivera-Hanlon Funeral Home.
        Published on: Tue September 16, 2003

BROWN -- Blanche (Longoria) Brown, 80, went to her eternal rest surrounded by her family on Monday, September 8, 2003 in Las Cruces, NM following a brief illness. Born April 10, 1923 near Corpus Christi, TX, she moved to El Paso, TX in 1953 where she was a store manager for Acme Laundry from 1953-1956. She graduated from Benz School of Floral Design in 1959 and remained active in the florist business both as owner of Blanche's Flowers for 20 years, until her semi-retirement and as co-owner of Brown Floral Company in Canutillo, TX since 1970, until her health began to fail in early July 2003. The highlights of her career are encapsulated in some of the many awards and honors she received, such as her 1980 White House Rose Garden induction into the prestigious American Society of Floral Design (AIFD) that was hosted by President and Mrs. Jimmy Carter. She was a 1977 recipient of the Silver Rose Award for outstanding contributions to the West Texas New Mexico Florist Association and an ABWA chapter Woman of the Year in El Paso, TX in 1973. She was very active in the NM Order of Eastern Star as past matron twice of Renick Chapter 37, Anthony, NM, past grand representative of Maine and Massachusetts and was anticipating serving as Grand Electa in 2004-05 for NM Grand Chapter, OES. She was a past president of the Social Order of Beauceant, Las Cruces Assembly 149 in Las Cruces, NM and a former member of Ladies Oriental Shrine, El Minya Court 46. She was also a recipient of the Grand Cross of Color for her numerous contributions to the International Order of Rainbow for Girls. Blanche had a big, generous heart for youth and the disadvantaged, frequently collecting food, clothing, holding yard sales and donating her money, time and talent to all sorts of charities and fundraising efforts. Blanche will be sorely missed by her many friends and extended family all over the US and several foreign countries. She is preceded in death by her sons, infant Louis and David J. Perez; and her brothers, Luis Longoria of Lorain, Ohio and Frank Longoria of Corpus Christi, TX. She is survived by her loving husband of 40 years, Roy L. Brown of the family home in Las Cruces, NM; son, Sam (Perez, Jr.) Caldwell and his daughter Tammy Perez and son Danny Perez; daughters, Rosemary (Perez) Archibeque, and newly adopted daughter, Pamela Newton-Brown, all of Albuquerque, NM; son, David C. Caldwell, Jr., his wife, Dotty and their daughter, Mia Noel of El Paso, TX; step-daughter, Betty Lynn (Brown) Davenport and her husband Ronald and their very large family of Monroe, Arkansas, step-son, Richard Brown and his wife, Linda and their family of Jarell, TX, granddaughter, Denise (Haeber) Frick and her husband, Michael and their sons, Jimmy, Andy and Teddy of Pearland, TX. Public viewing and visitation will be held on Thursday, September 11, 2003 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Graham Mortuary, 555 W. Amador Ave., Las Cruces, NM followed by a Rosary in Spanish in their chapel at 6:30 p.m. Services will be held at Anthony Methodist Church, 101 Franklin, Anthony, TX at 10:00 a.m., on Friday, September 12, 2003 with an Eastern Star Service, conducted by Las Cruces Chapter 20, OES. Cremation will follow with private interment of her ashes at a later date. Pallbearers are: Andy Anderson, Tom Billingslea, John Civarella, Salvador Gonzalez, Don Maynor, and Raymond Mendez. Honorary pallbearers are: John Short, Charlie Rogers, Greeley Myers, John Townsend, Johnny Billingslea, Bill Kelly, Phil Barrios, and Danny.
        Published on: Thu September 11, 2003

MUNOZ -- Delia J. Munoz, 53, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on September 7, 2003. Delia is survived by her fiance, Mateo Sarabia Sr.; daughters, Emily Rodriguez and husband, Abel, Pearl Rivera, Mary Nunez and husband, Chapo Trevizo and Theresa Madera and husband, Julian; son, Mateo Sarabia Jr.and wife, Esmeralda; three sisters, Mary Santos and husband, Manuel, Vangie Anaya and husband, Ben and Linda Arnold and husband, Tom; one brother, Johnny Barela and wife, Frances; 11 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Delia was a member of the Catholic Church. Visitation will be Friday evening at Church of the Ascension, 2150 Raymac SW from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by the Legion of Mary. Final Visitation will be Saturday morning from 9:00 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. by Father Edmund Savilla. Interment will follow at the Pajarito Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Isisdro Ramirez, Pat Lucero, Emmanuel Martinez, Jimmy Lucero, Freddie Anaya and Alfonso Romero Jr. Honorary Pallbearers will be Armando Ramirez and Johnny Barela. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
        Published on: Thu September 11, 2003

GOMEZ -- Trancito (Trancy) O. Gomez, age 47, beloved son, brother, and grandson was called home to be with the Lord our savior, Monday, September 8, 2003. Trancy was born in Las Vegas NM and was a resident of Bernalillo. He was preceded in death by his father, Jose G. Gomez. He is survived by his loving mother, Stella Gomez of Bernalillo; sisters, Isabel Martinez of Albuquerque, Jane Saiz and husband Manuel of Las Vegas, NM, Mary Gomez-Casillas and husband Danny of Corrales, NM; brothers Lawrence Gomez, Tony Gomez, John Gomez, Roger Gomez and wife Monica all of Albuquerque. Also surviving are his maternal grandfather, Lorenzo Aragon; several nieces; nephews; and other relatives and friends. Visitations will be Thursday from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary, where a rosary will be recited Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Friday at 9:00 a.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. Interment will follow at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Michael Gomez, Marvin Gomez, Curtis Martinez, Manuel Saiz, Jr., Daniel Casillas, Jr., Carlos Gomez and Johnny Gomez. Honorary bearers will be Eric Martinez and Fernando Gomez. Services are entrusted to: Alameda Mortuary 9420 4th Street NW 898-3160
        Published on: Wed September 10, 2003

TIETJEN -- Rena "Dianne" Tietjen passed away quietly at her home on Wednesday, September 03, 2003 at her home in Jarales, NM. She was born on December 20, 1946 in Sherman, Texas to her proud parents, William and Napon Sullenger. She was a dedicated director of the Valencia County Residential Services at Adelante Development Center where she had many great friends and co-workers. Preceding her in death was her dear parents. Dianne is survived by her husband of 40 years, Ted Tietjen of Jarales, NM; her three daughters, Chantel Trulock of Belen, NM; Shelby Horton of Los Lunas, NM; and Cindy Tietjen of Jarales; her five grandchildren, Quentin, Alden, Ashley, Brittany, and Layne Evan Tietjen; and son-in-laws, Eric Holton and Shawn Horton. She is also survived by her two sisters, Carloyn Cresto and her husband, Johnny; Frances Polich and her husband, Tony; two brothers, Billy Sullenger and his wife, Adelle; and Lieu Sullenger and his wife, Brenda, all of Gallup; her brother-in-laws. Ned Tietjen and his wife, Janet of Jarales; Dale Carver; and Clay Alexander; sister-in-law, Bobby Jo Randles and her husband, Monty of Springer, NM; and many loving nieces, nephews, and friends who all loved her immensely. A viewing will be held at Romero Funeral Home Chapel on Saturday, September 6, 2003 at 11:30 a.m. followed by a Funeral Service at 12:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Terrace Grove Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ned Tietjen, John Cherry, Shawn Horton, Eric Holton, Robert Carver, and Tony Polish. Honorary Pallbearer will be Kenny Moody. Romero Funeral Home 609 N. Main St. Belen 87002.
        Published on: Fri September 05, 2003

CHAVEZ -- Dulcinea Chavez, born June 12,1927 has gone home with Lord in the loving arms of her family, after a short battle with scleroderma, on Tuesday September 2, 2003. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 48 years, Martin S. Chavez; parents, Nicholas and Bartolita Alderete; brother, Luis Alderete; sister, Placida Saavedra; and son-in-law, Ray Gonzales. She is survived by four sons, Alejandro (Bebe) Chavez and wife, Monica, Johnny Chavez and wife, Tam, Eric Chavez and wife, Angelica, and Alejandro (Critter) Chavez; four daughters, Rosalia (Lea) Gomez, Elijia Robinson and husband, Robbie, Martha Salazar and husband, Fred, Jackie Chavez and husband, Dennis. She leaves behind 15 grandchildren; six great- grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild whom she loved and adored. She is also survived by one sister, Angelita Mora; six brothers-in-law; five sisters-in-law; and numerous nephews and nieces. Dulce has also left behind a very special nephew and niece, Johnny and Teresa Tapia; and her niece, Annie Gutierrez. Dulce will be missed tremendously. She was the #1 fan of Johnnie Tapia and a dedicated fan of the SVLL and Rio Grande Raven Baseball Teams. The lack of her presence will be felt on the stands. Services will be held Santuario de San Martin, 8321 Camino San Martin SW. A rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday evening, September 4, 2003. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, September 5, 2003 11 :00 a.m. Burial will follow immediately after services at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery at Coors and Arenal SW. Pallbearers will be Carlos Chavez, Jose Chavez, Ruben Chavez, Andrei Gomez, Gary Gomez, Raymond Mendez, Nick Saavedra, Slick Salazar and Johnny Tapia. Honorary pallbearers will be Chris Anaya, Mario Chavez, Anthony Garcia, Orlando Griego, Anthony Gutierrez, Robert Gutierrez, Jorge Hernandez, Eddie Martinez, Anthony Mendez, CJ Parraz, James Saiz, Mike Sandoval, Alex Serna, and Alex Zavala. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008.
        Published on: Thu September 04, 2003

ROMERO -- Aurora Romero, 84, passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2003 at her home in Socorro, NM. She was born September 9, 1919 to Salomon and Maria (Gonzales) Montano in Florida, NM. She is preceded in death by her parents; and three brothers, Joe, Lolo and Tony Montano. She is survived by her husband, Celedon Romero; sons, Moises Garcia and wife, Roberta of Spring, TX, Johnny Garcia and wife, Linda of Walnut, CA and Ernie Garcia and wife, Linda of Sacramento, CA; daughters, Margie Kruger and husband, Richard of Prescott, AZ and Judy Santillanes of Socorro; sisters, Lena Anaya and husband, Paul of Socorro and Julia Sanchez of Albuquerque; brother, Salomon Montano Jr. of Socorro; 13 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. A Rosary was recited on Tuesday, September 2, 2003 at 7:00 p.m. at the San Miguel Catholic Church in Socorro. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, September 3, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. at San Miguel with Father John C. Daniel as Celebrant. Interment will be in the San Miguel Cemetery. Pallbearers are Kenneth Santillanes, Steven Santillanes, Steven Santillanes Jr., Salomon Montano Jr., Henry Chavez and Paul Anaya. Cremation arrangements are under the care of Steadman-Hall Funeral Home, 309 Garfield, Socorro, NM.
        Published on: Wed September 03, 2003

Sanchez -- Mr. Premetivo Sanchez. A final Visitation will be Saturday morning from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. by Father Steve Schultz. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be, Raymond Grosetete, Fermin Lujan, Lawrence Grosetete, Bobby Gurule, Johnny Lopez, Mark Lopez, Steve Gonzales, Robert Grosetete and Michael Sanchez. Arrangements by: GABALDON MORTUARY 1000 OLD COORS RD. SW 243-7861
        Published on: Sat August 30, 2003