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THOMPSON -- GLENN BERTRAM Age 84, a resident of Albuquerque since 1970, passed away on Friday, July 13, 2012 at Vista Care Hospice. He was born in Omaha, Nebraska on February 23, 1928. He was preceded in death by his wife Norma Thompson; his parents Thomas and Mable Thompson; and his brother Robert Thompson. He is survived by his brother Harold Thompson of Omaha, NE; his brother Dean Thompson and wife Patricia of Omaha, NE; his sister-in-law Marilyn Henry of Aiken, SC; his sister-in-law Alicia Jackson of Cedar Rapids, IA; his daughter Laura Fezouati and husband Mike of St. Louis, MO; his son Gary S. Thompson of Albuquerque; his son David Thompson and wife Stephanie of Albuquerque; his daughter Diane Kelly and husband Skip of Rio Rancho; his grandchildren Allison and Kyle Kelly, Ryan, Bradley, and Zachary Thompson, Danielle Fezouati; and his great-granddaughter Hailey Lay. Glenn donated his body to the UNM School of Medicine. A Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, July 22, 2012 at 2:00 pm at The Albuquerque Meadows Club House, 7112 East Pan American Fwy. NE, Abq., NM 87109. In lieu of flowers, donations in Glenn's name will be accepted for charitable work by The Albuquerque Meadows Residence Association at the above address.
        Published on: Thu July 19, 2012

GONZALES -- MIGUEL R. JR. Staff Sergeant Miguel R. Gonzales Jr., United States Army, age 34, a resident of Albuquerque, born on June 26, 1978, was called home to be with Our Lord on July 10, 2012. SSgt. Gonzales is survived by his mother, Lorraine Montoya and husband, David; grandfather, Ed Morga; aunt, Kathy Fuentes, and husband, Dan; uncle, John (Nino) Nunez; aunt, Martha (Nina) Saavedra and husband, Rudy Sr.; uncles, Richard, and Ed Morga; father, Miguel R. (Calito) Gonzales Sr. and wife, Mary Lou; sister, Natalie Ann Williamson and husband, Brian; aunts, Juanita (Negra) Padilla and husband, Paul, Annette Gonzales and husband, Dale Butler; cousins, Victoria Padilla-Jonas and husband, Scott, and Jason Padilla, and Ashley Morga; step-sisters, Crystal Gates and husband, Master Sergeant Andrew, U.S.M. C., and Christina Higgins; his nephews, and nieces, Jason Pavelko, Matthew and Sarah Elizabeth Williamson, Autumn, Jonathan, and Dallas Gates, Gabrielle, and Katelynn Higgins. SSgt. Gonzales was preceded in death by his grandma's, Evelyn Morga, and Pauline C. Gonzales. Visitation will be Wednesday, July 18, 2012, from 5:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, 563 Atrisco SW, with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m., by Deacon Frank Perez and wife, Marian. Final visitation will be Thursday, July 19, 2012 from 8:00 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. at the Church, with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m., a Franciscan Friar, presider. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery, with full military honors. Pallbearers will be John Nunez, Jason Pavelko, Mark Sanchez, Joseph Gurule, John Edgin, and Noah Roybal. Honorary pallbearers will be, Jason Padilla, Matthew Williamson, and Johnny Nunez. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the St. Vincent de Paul Society at Holy Family Catholic Church. Please visit: www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com to sign the online guestbook. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
        Published on: Wed July 18, 2012

KITTS -- JAMES RAYMOND James was born in Clayton, NM on June 1, 1914 and passed on July 15, 2012. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Wesley Kitts and Ady Bell Yates Kitts; his three brothers, Cletus, Bertice and Paul; and two sisters, Evalena Selvey and Oma Wood. The family came to Clayton to homestead in 1907 from Graves County, KY. Raymond graduated from Clayton High School. He met and married Myrtle Adelia Means in Clayton, NM. He and Myrtle and their two children, D'Lila Yvonne and James Cletus came to Albuquerque in 1938. He worked for the Simms family for 37 years. James was head-herdsman at the Los Poblanos Ranch and later went to AZ where he worked for John, Jr. and Ruth Simms, then to Tome, NM, raising Black Angus cattle and Arabian horses until 1975. He is survived by his daughter, D'Lila Clark; and his son, James Cletus Kitts (Kay); his five grandchildren, Shelly Saavedra, Kathy Clark, Chandra Lazarraga (George), Tracey Kitts and Jolene Reed (David); three great-grandchildren, Travis Clark, James Trent Kitts, Ambrize Lizarraga, and Tasha Rae Clark; two great-great-grandchildren, Paetyn Ann Clark and Xander Arron Clark; along with numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members, all who loved him and will miss him. James loved outdoor activities. He found great joy in spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. His hobbies were horses, cattle and working hard. May he rest in peace. You left the world a better place than you found it and will be missed by so many people. The family would like to thank his wonderful, caring team of caretakers from Hospice. The family requests, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made in James' memory to Hospice of the Sandias, 105 Hospital Loop NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109. Services will be held on Thursday, July 19, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. at French - University Chapel, with visitation one hour prior from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Please visit our online guest book for James at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
        Published on: Wed July 18, 2012

LOPEZ -- VIOLA T. After a long struggle with heart disease, Viola left this life on Saturday, July 14, 2012 with her family and her children at her bedside. She was born 72 years ago in Rowe, New Mexico and spent the majority of her life living and working in Albuquerque and Santa Fe. She loved simple things, good food, music and winning at the casino. Viola was a beautiful and proud woman. She enjoyed being with her family and spoiling small animals. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Jerry V. Lopez; and her three children, Perry Lopez and his significant other, Lana Guillory of Las Vegas, Nevada, Mike Lopez and his wife, Grace and their son, Tim, and Loretta Lopez and her daughter, Laura Berman. She is also survived by her mother, Rosalia Tapia, 95 years old; and her six brothers and sisters, Tillie Leyba and her husband, Hilario, Billy Tapia, Ralph Tapia, Joe Tapia, Mary McKenna, Diane Gonzales and her husband, Pat. She was preceded in death by her father, Raphael Tapia; her brothers, David, Eloy, Jerry, Rudy; her sister, Belina; and her beloved grandson, Daniel Berman. At her request, there will not be a church service. A graveside ceremony will be conducted at 10:00 a.m. at Sunset Memorial Park on Saturday, August 4, 2012. Please visit our online guest book for Viola at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
        Published on: Wed July 18, 2012

BACA -- LORETTA In Loving Memory of Loretta Ann Baca who passed away on June 28, 2012 in Albuquerque. She was preceded in death by her husband Ignacio (Nash) Baca. She is survived by her four children, son Matthew and wife Magnolia; son David and wife Yasmine; son Tom; daughter Valerie and husband Gregg Gonzales. She is also survived by her seven grandchildren, Nicalette, Alexandria, Michael, Nicholas, Felicity, Jadon, and Ignacio. She loved her dog Jasmine and bird Guinevere. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. We know you are watching over us with Jesus and his Angels. You will always be in our hearts. We love you mom!
        Published on: Tue July 17, 2012

GONZALES -- MIGUEL R. JR. Staff Sergeant Miguel R. Gonzales Jr., United States Army, age 34, a resident of Albuquerque, born on June 26, 1978, was called home to be with Our Lord on July 10, 2012. SSgt. Gonzales is survived by his mother, Lorraine Montoya and husband, David; grandfather, Ed Morga; aunt, Kathy Fuentes, and husband, Dan; uncle, John (Nino) Nunez; aunt, Martha (Nina) Saavedra and husband, Rudy Sr.; uncles, Richard, and Ed Morga; father, Miguel R. (Calito) Gonzales Sr. and wife, Mary Lou; sister, Natalie Ann Williamson and husband, Brian; aunts, Juanita (Negra) Padilla and husband, Paul, Annette Gonzales and husband, Dale Butler; cousins, Victoria Padilla-Jonas and husband, Scott, and Jason Padilla; step-sisters, Crystal Gates and husband, Master Sergeant Andrew, U.S.M. C., and Christina Higgins; his nephews, and nieces, Jason Pavelko, Matthew and Sarah Elizabeth Williamson, Autumn, Jonathan, and Dallas Gates, Gabrielle, and Katelynn Higgins. SSgt. Gonzales was preceded in death by his grandma's, Evelyn Morga, and Pauline C. Gonzales. Visitation will be Wednesday, July 18, 2012, from 5:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, 563 Atrisco SW, with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m., by Deacon Frank Perez and wife, Marian. Final visitation will be Thursday, July 19, 2012 from 8:00 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. at the Church, with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m., a Franciscan Friar, presider. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery, with full military honors. Pallbearers will be John Nunez, Johnny Nunez, Jason Pavelko, Mark Sanchez, Joseph Gurule, and John Edgin. Honorary pallbearers will be, Jason Padilla, and Matthew Williamson. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the St. Vincent de Paul Society at Holy Family Catholic Church. Please visit: www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com to sign the online guestbook. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
        Published on: Tue July 17, 2012

KIRKLAND -- BARBARA ALICE MCKINNEY Age 90, a resident of Albuquerque, died Saturday, July 14, 2012. She was born in Amarillo, TX and grew up in Shreveport, LA. She was a talented artist and an avid traveler because of her interest in culture and history. As a military wife, she was able to experience and enjoy the people and culture of the many places the family lived and traveled. Barbara was a very generous and hospitable person to all she knew and many she met. Barbara is survived by her daughter, Carole S. Roberts and husband, Shannon of Los Lunas, NM; son, David N. Kirkland and wife, Rita Sims of Littleton, CO; daughter, Kristie K. James and husband, John of Fort Collins, CO; son, Tom Kirkland of Albuquerque, NM; grandchildren, Maile Butler and husband, Rhett, Leanna Dunsworth and husband, Jerry, Zane Roberts and wife, Stacy, Roxanne Kirkland, Caitlin Kirkland, Kevin Kirkland, Dylan James, and Madelyn James; seven great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandson, and the family of her heart, the Stewarts. Mrs. Kirkland was preceded in death by her parents, Porter and Alice Lee McKinney; her brother, John Porter McKinney, Lt. Col Lonnie N. Kirkland, U.S. Army, (Ret), the father of her children, and Robert L. Stewart Sr., her long-time companion. Services will be held Thursday, July 19, 2012, 2:00 p.m. at French Lomas Chapel with Alan Taylor officiating. Interment will follow at Sandia Memory Gardens. Friends may visit French - Lomas, Wednesday, July 18, 2012, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Disabled American Veterans, or the Animal Humane Society. Please visit our online guest book for Barbara at www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
        Published on: Tue July 17, 2012

KITTS -- JAMES RAYMOND was born in Clayton, NM on June 1, 1914 and passed on July 15, 2012. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Wesley Kitts and Ady Bell Yates Kitts; his three brothers, Cletus, Bertice and Paul; and two sisters, Evalena Selvey and Oma Wood. The family came to Clayton to homestead in 1907 from Graves County, KY. Raymond graduated from Clayton High School. He met and married Myrtle Adelia Means in Clayton, NM. He and Myrtle and their two children, D'Lila Yvonne and James Cletus came to Albuquerque in 1938. He worked for the Simms family for 37 years. James was head-herdman at the Los Poblanos Ranch and later went to AZ where he worked for Ruth and John Simms, Jr., then to Tome, NM, raising Black Angus cattle and Arabian horses until 1975. He is survived by his daughter, D'Lila Clark; son, James Cletus Kitts (Kay), five grandchildren, Shelly Saavedra, Kathy Clark, Chandra Lazarraga (George), Tracey Kitts and Jolene Reed (David); three great-grandchildren, Travis Clark, James Trent Kitts, Ambrize Lizarraga, and Tasha Rae Clark; two great-great-grandchildren, Paetyn Ann Clark and Xander Arron Clark; along with numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members, all who loved him and will miss him. James loved outdoor activities. He found great joy in spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. His hobbies were horses, cattle and working hard. May he rest in peace. You left the world a better place than you found it and will be missed by so many people. The family would like to thank his wonderful, caring team of caretakers from Hospice. The family requests, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made in James' memory to Hospice of the Sandias, 105 Hospital Loop NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109. Services will be held on Thursday, July 19, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. at French -University Chapel, with visitation one hour prior from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Please visit our online guest book for James at www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
        Published on: Tue July 17, 2012

BACA -- LORETTA In Loving Memory of Loretta Ann Baca who passed away on June 28, 2012 in Albuquerque. She was preceded in death by her husband Ignacio (Nash) Baca. She is survived by her four children, son Matthew and wife Magnolia; son David and wife Yasmine; son Tom; daughter Valerie and husband Gregg Gonzales. She is also survived by her seven grandchildren, Nicalette, Alexandria, Michael, Nicholas, Felicity, Jadon, and Ignacio. She loved her dog Jasmine and bird Guinevere. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. We know you are watching over us with Jesus and his Angels. You will always be in our hearts. We love you mom!
        Published on: Mon July 16, 2012

GARCIA -- TOM C. February 23, 1933 - July 16, 2011 Words cannot convey how profoundly Tom C. is missed as we mark one year since his passing. Each milestone event the last 12 months renewed pangs of grief, yet provided opportunities to reminisce about his impact on all our lives. Tom was married to his true love, Jean, for 56 years. They exemplified commitment and their devotion to each other continues to be an inspiration. He raised his children by setting examples of strength, faith, bravery and unconditional love. His compassionate nature, magnetic personality, and great sense of humor made people want to be part of his world! Tom's professional career began in the NM National Guard, where he rose through enlisted ranks to retire as Chief Warrant Officer. He worked as an electronics technician at Sandia National Labs during the 50s - 60s, and was appointed to the Federal Advisory Committee on Merit System Standards in 1967. Governor David Cargo asked him to serve as one of five members of the State Personnel Board 1968 - 1973. Tom was involved for many years in local planning and coordinating political activities, including serving as treasurer for the Jack Redman for Congress campaign in the 1960s. He owned and operated several businesses, including Duke's Cave Bar & Lounge, Tommy's Tower, Larry's Package Liquor, Silver Dollar Pawn Shop and Los Arcos Restaurant, and was a board member of the NM Liquor Retail Dealers Assoc. In 1984, Tom was manager of Cultural Villages for NM State Fair. He also served as a policy analyst for the City of Albuq. Health/Wellness/Safety Programs 1989 - 90. Prior to retirement, Tom was Executive Director at La Pasada Alternative House, Inc. Retirement afforded Tom an opportunity to explore hobbies including travel, golf, listening to all genres of music, and watching sports...especially NFL football! He was an active member of Our Lady of Assumption Parish, and served as a Lector for many years. Although his cancer diagnosis was devastating, Tom handled it with dignity, each day praying for strength to accept God's will as he counted his abundant blessings. It was quite an experience to witness the fruits of his cultivated friendships, manifested in expressions of admiration most men will never encounter. His close family of his wife, Jean, seven children and their spouses, ten grandchildren and their spouses, two great-grandchildren, four sisters, a brother-in-law, several nieces, nephews and cousins, surrounded him throughout his illness. He sincerely appreciated the TLC, and was humbled by the outpouring of love. As Tom's eloquent way with words was well recognized, he was often called upon to speak at special occasions. His vast collection of quotes included the following, which articulates well, his attitude: Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside, thoroughly used up, totally wornout, and proclaiming, "Wow, what a ride"!
        Published on: Mon July 16, 2012