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ORTIZ Y PINO DE KLEVEN -- Maria Concepcion Ortiz y Pino, known as the Grande Dame of New Mexico, died in the early morning hours on September 30 from complications of pneumonia. Concha was born in the village of Galisteo in 1910, two years before New Mexico was to become the 47th state of the union. Her family has been politically active and instrumental in shaping the history of New Mexico for the past three hundred years. For almost a century, with a persona larger than life, she aided legions of people through her active involvement in both local and national politics. During her lifetime 19 New Mexico governors and six U.S. presidents, as well as countless state and national politicians knew her by her nickname, "Concha." Her political career began in 1933 when she was 21. She set out through rural New Mexico with Senator Dennis Chavez as part of Franklin D. Roosevelt's presidential campaign reaching out to Spanish-speaking voters in rural New Mexico, aiding in his election and the "New Deal Era" which helped bring an end to the Great Depression. It was this first political experience which whetted Concha's appetite for politics leading to her lifelong advocacy for the poor and disabled. In 1941 she received the national distinction of becoming the first female Whip of a state legislature, when she was elected to that position in the 15th New Mexico state legislature. During her lifetime she served on more than 60 state and national boards. A Rosary will be recited Wednesday, October 4, 2006, at 8:00 p.m., at St. Charles Church in Albuquerque. On Thursday a Rosary will be recited in Santa Fe at the Santuario de Guadalupe at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, October 6, 2006 at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi in Santa Fe followed by interment services at Rosario Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the restoration of the Santuario de Guadalupe in Santa Fe. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa Street, Santa Fe, New Mexico 87505
        Published on: Wed October 04, 2006

ORTIZ Y PINO DE KLEVEN -- Maria Concepcion Ortiz y Pino, known as the Grande Dame of New Mexico, died in the early morning hours on September 30, 2006 from complications of pneumonia. Concha was born in the village of Galisteo in 1910, two years before New Mexico was to become the 47th state of the union. Her family has been politically active and instrumental in shaping the history of New Mexico for the past three hundred years. For almost a century, with a persona larger than life, she aided legions of people through her active involvement in both local and national politics. During her lifetime 19 New Mexico governors and six U.S. presidents, as well as countless state and national politicians knew her by her nickname, "Concha." Her political career began in 1933 when she was 21. She set out through rural New Mexico with Senator Dennis Chavez as part of Franklin D. Roosevelt's presidential campaign reaching out to Spanish-speaking voters in rural New Mexico, aiding in his election and the "New Deal Era" which helped bring an end to the Great Depression. It was this first political experience which whetted Concha's appetite for politics leading to her lifelong advocacy for the poor and disabled. In 1941 she received the national distinction of becoming the first female Whip of a state legislature, when she was elected to that position in the 15th New Mexico state legislature. During her lifetime she served on more than 60 state and national boards. Concha was preceded in death by her parents, Jose and Pablita; brothers, Frank and Josesito; sisters, Josefita, Margaret and Mela; brother-in-law, Robert H. Martin; and husband, Victor Kleven. She is survived by nephew, Jose Ortiz y Pino III; first cousin, Pedro Ortiz y Pino; and niece, Alice Gomez; grand-nieces and -nephews, Susan Varela, Steve Gomez, Francie Miles, Carla Gomez, Maria Ortiz y Pino, Jose Ortiz y Pino IV; cousins, Gerald Ortiz y Pino, Michael Ortiz y Pino, Loretta Ortiz y Pino, Paul Ortiz y Pino, Ron Ortiz Dinkel, Judt Hasted, Artuto Ortiz, Nelson Ortiz, Margo Ortiz y Davis, Maria Ortiz y Davis Catanach; and at least three generations of nieces and nephews. Concha also leaves behind many devoted friends in New Mexico and around the world. A Rosary will be recited Wednesday, October 4, 2006, at 8:00 p.m., at St. Charles Church in Albuquerque. On Thursday a Rosary will be recited in Santa Fe at the Santuario de Guadalupe at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, October 6, 2006 at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi in Santa Fe followed by interment Services at Rosario Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the restoration of the Santuario de Guadalupe in Santa Fe. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa Street, Santa Fe, NM 87505 984-8600.
        Published on: Tue October 03, 2006

CAMPOS -- Lawrence F. Campos, age 53, our beloved brother, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend, has gone to his Heavenly Home. Lawrence was preceded in death by his mother and father, Lillian Campos and Tomas Campos and by his brother, Alfred Campos. He is survived by his daughter, Raylena Bergevin; grandson, Alexander Torres; brothers, Esteban, Michael and wife, Patricia, Gilbert and companion, Pauline, Henry and wife, Maria; many nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. Lawrence touched the lives of all who knew him and he will be greatly missed. A Memorial Service will be held at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church (St. Marys's), 619 Copper Ave. NW. on Saturday, September 30, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. A reception will follow at 117 Nara Visa Rd. NW, 1 block north of Osuna 1 1/2 blocks east of 2nd St. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the charity of your choice. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW, ABQ. 505-343-8008
        Published on: Fri September 29, 2006

CAMPOS -- Lawrence F. Campos, age 53, our beloved brother, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend, has gone to his Heavenly Home. Lawrence was preceded in death by his mother and father, Lillian Campos and Tomas Campos and by his brother, Alfred Campos. He is survived by his daughter, Raylena Bergevin; grandson, Alexander Torres; brothers, Esteban, Michael and wife, Patricia, Gilbert and companion, Pauline, Henry and wife, Maria; many nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. Lawrence touched the lives of all who knew him and he will be greatly missed. A Memorial Service will be held at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church (St. Marys's), 619 Copper Ave. NW. on Saturday, September 31, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. A reception will follow at 117 Nara Visa Rd. NW, 1 block north of Osuna 1 1/2 blocks east of 2nd St. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the charity of your choice. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW, ABQ. 505-343-8008
        Published on: Thu September 28, 2006

CLAUVE -- Sue Clauve, a longtime popular administrator with the State of New Mexico, died at home on her birthday, September 23, 2006, after a nine-year battle with ovarian cancer. She was 63. The daughter of Arnold and Eileen Clauve, Sue Margaret Clauve was born September 23, 1943 in Wabash, IN, and moved with her family to Albuquerque during her childhood. She graduated from Sandia High School and earned a bachelor's degree in mathematics from University of Oklahoma and a master's degree in public administration from University of New Mexico. During the early years of her career, Clauve worked for IBM in systems development in Denver and Palo Alto, CA, before joining the State of New Mexico in 1975. Successive promotions earned her the position of director of the Department of Integrated Systems Development, part of the General Services Administration, in which she oversaw all data and information processing for the state and supervised some 200 employees. She served in that position from 1991 until 1996. Subsequently, she was the state's deputy chief information officer for two years. Clauve retired from that position in 1998 when she became ill. A Democrat, she had worked equally effectively for the Republican and Democratic administrations of Governors Bruce King, Toney Anaya, Gary Carruthers and Gary Johnson during a period of rapid change in information management, and proudly displayed photographs of herself, pictured with various governors, in her home. Former New Mexico Gov. Bruce King, for whom Clauve worked during two of his three administrations, commended her for her professional contributions to the state. "That was the beginning of getting our information systems integrated and improved,'' King said in a phone interview. "Sue did excellent work. We're all very saddened by her passing.'' Clauve played softball throughout her life, and with her partner organized and managed many women's softball teams. Even after undergoing many surgeries and chemotherapy, she continued to play until the 2006 season. Her most recent city league team, The Old Bats, was comprised of women ages 40 and over who have played together for at least a decade. During the last year she participated, Sue played second base. When she would tire and take the bench, she good-naturedly took the role of mascot and allowed teammates to rub her head - fuzzy from loss of hair due to chemotherapy - for good luck. "Sue was our heroine,'' said her friend and team scorekeeper Gail Anderson. "She faced the cancer with such bravado, playing against all odds.'' Clauve was determined to enjoy life until its end, and went camping with friends - in her wheelchair - just a few weeks before her death, Anderson noted. She also played on the Senior Olympics women's softball team. In 2002, Clauve was selected as a U.S. Olympic Torch Bearer for events in Santa Fe, of which she was very proud. Clauve also enjoyed gardening, fishing and construction. With her partner she built many additions and improvements to their south-side Santa Fe home and built a cabin on their property at Heron Lake, which they shared with many friends. Her greatest passion was the Denver Broncos' football team. Beginning in 1971, she and her partner maintained season tickets, attending Broncos' home games in Denver, and amassed an impressive collection of Broncos' memorabilia. Clauve married her partner, JoAnne Miller, in double wedding ceremony with friends in Vancouver, B.C., Canada, on July 17, 2004. She is survived by JoAnne Miller, with whom she shared her life for 38 years; sisters, JoAnn Parish and Kay Miller of Albuquerque; many nieces, nephews and grand-nieces and -nephews; and many friends and former colleagues with whom she formed deep and lasting relationships. Visitation was held from 6-7 p.m. Wednesday at Santa Maria de la Paz Catholic Community, 11 College Way. A Vigil followed at 7 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Thursday at Santa Maria de la Paz. Burial will follow at Rosario Cemetery. Donations in her memory may be made to the American Cancer Society/Ovarian Cancer Research, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, Okla. 73123-1718, or by calling 1-800-ACS-2345.
        Published on: Thu September 28, 2006

COSTALES -- Nathaniel E. Costales, surrounded by his wife of 64 years and all their children, died September 22, 2006 of multiple strokes. He was born November 1, 1920 into a Pioneer Methodist preacher's family in Wagon Mound, NM. He married Eleanor Mares also of Wagon Mound. Nate was attending the UNM and working when he enlisted into Army Air Force and fought in WWII CBI Theater (China, Burma, India) as a pilot flying the Hump. Served over 20 years living in Argentina, Panama, and Spain. Then taught English as a Second Language for another 20 years in Fairfield, CA where he's lived the last 46 years. Nate was a lifetime golfer, member of the First Baptist Church, and supporter of the United Methodist Church Rio Grande Conference of NM where his father ministered under Rev. T. Harwood. He is survived by his wife, Eleanor Costales; and his children: Richard and Rosemary Costales, Maurice and Patricia Costales, Rose and Jerry Sneed, Eleanor and Robert Morse; by his grandchildren, Christopher Sneed, Nina Costales, Nora Dickinson, Christine Cox, Daniel Morse, Curtis Costales, Anthony Costales; and three great-grandchildren. Also survived by his sisters, Lydia Wright of Albuquerque and Josephine Thomas of Florida. Nate was predeceased by his father, Rev. Dioniso Costales; and mother, Luz Corona Costales; his siblings, Higinio, Jonatan, Ernesto, Jose Maria, David, Elias, Benjamin Costales; Guillerma Sandoval, Ester Dozal, Emilia Medina, Dolores C.deBaca, Elfida; and his grandson, Paul Sneed. Funeral is at Fairfield Funeral Home, Thursday, September 28, 2006 at 10:30 am. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made for Education to First Baptist Church, 1121 Clay Street, Fairfield, CA 94533.
        Published on: Thu September 28, 2006

HERRERA -- Manuelita Herrera, 91, Of Manzano, NM passed away on September 22, 2006, at the home of daughter Gloria and husband, Eppy Paez of Mountainair, NM. She was surrounded by her loving family. It broke our heart to lose you, mama, but you did not go alone, for part of us went with you. Your heart was weak, your bones were brittle, and you could no longer stay so God called you home. She was preceded in death by her husband, Antonio Herrera married for fifty eight years; and three sons, Roberto, Antonio Jr., and Augustine Herrera; parents, Maria and Salvador Griego; a brother, Sisto Griego; a sister, Adela, Chavez; and a daughter-in-law, Loyola Herrera. She is survived by a brother, Pedro and wife, Dolores Griego of Albuquerque, NM; sisters, Fedelina Garcia of Willard, NM, Virgina Aragon, Carman Thompson, and Mary Griego of Albuquerque, NM; sons, Ignacio and wife, Francis Herrera of Albuquerque, NM, Eddy Herrera of Estancia, NM, Arturo Herrera, Leroy Herrera and Ruth Ann Nelson of Manzano, NM; daughters, Tillie Herrera Brummell of Mountainair, NM, Isabel and husband ,Carlos Sanchez of Albuquerque, NM, Diana and husband, Mike Apodaca of San Bernardino, CA, Cecilia and husband, Arturo E. Sanchez of Bend, OR, Gloria and husband, Eppy Paez of Mountainair, NM; grandson, Daniel Herrera Brummell that she helped raise for six years. She loved her two year old great-granddaughter, Zoey Joe Brazil, Zoey would come into her room every morning and say, Good Morning Little Grandma, I love you. She was a wonderful, grandmother and loved all her 31 grandchildren, 53 great-grandchildren, and 26 great-great-grandchildren. She was born in La Cienega, NM in 1915 and attended Mountainair High School, after that she met and married Antonio Herrera in 1933. Together they had 12 children. She was a member of Nuestra Senora de Dolores Catholic Church in Manzano, NM, where she and her husband were Mayordomos of the church three times, and she also was a member of the Alter Society. Pallbearers will be her granddaughters, Rachel Sarabia, Anabel Gamez, Shirly Felix, Karen Sanchez Griego, Julie Lujan, Teresa Wasson, Cathy Coleman, Elizabeth Herrera, Joyce Martinez, Louisa Herrera, Daniella Herrera, Carmella “Lucha” Herrera, Mariaelena Lovato, Olivia Boyle, Natalie Sanchez, Consuelo Brazil, and JoAnna Chavez. Honorary Pallbearers will be her grandsons, Lawrence Herrera, Ronnie Herrera, Steven Herrera, Daniel Brummell, Patrick Brummell, Michael Herrera, Anthony Herrera, Charles Sanchez, Timothy Sanchez, Armando Herrera, Michael Apodoca, Joseph Apodace, Daniel Apodoca, and Solis Herrera. A Rosary will be recited Thursday, September 28, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church of Manzano. A Mass will be Friday, September 29, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church of Manzano. Father Stone will be officiating. Arrangements entrusted to Harris-Hanlon Mortuary (505) 847-2331 “Our Family Serving Your Family” www.Harris-HanlonMortuary.com
        Published on: Thu September 28, 2006

LARRIBAS -- Ray Larribas, 84, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Saturday, September 23, 2006. Born on August 8, 1922, he was raised in Martineztown. Mr. Larribas is survived by his children, Bonnie Larribas, David Larribas, Vietnam veteran, Celia Bonney and husband, Matthew, Anthony G. Larribas, Rosemarie Newsome and husband, Paul, John Larribas, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Ann Marie Goold, Carlos Larribas, Nicholas Bonney, Shane Larribas, Andrea Newsome, Alicia Larribas; an unborn great-grandchild; and numerous cousins. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Maria Belen Larribas; and mother, Nellie Whitehead. Mr. Larribas was a WWII veteran and POW. He served in the 101st Airborne Division, 509th Regiment in the Army as a paratrooper from which he retired in 1964. Mr. Larribas served in the Army for 21 years and also in the Air Force as a Chief Fire Fighter and a Chief Fire Instructor. He retired from Sandia Laboratories. Mr. Larribas also served as a National Service Officer at the VA for 25 years. He was a parishioner of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church since 1963. Mr. Larribas will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Mass will be promptly celebrated on Thursday, September 28, 2006, 9:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas NE. Interment will take place at 11:30 a.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Shane Larribas, Nicholas Bonney, Matthew Bonney, Paul Newsome, Carlos Larribas, Oscar Borunda, and John Larribas. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Thu September 28, 2006

CAMPOS -- Lawrence F. Campos, age 53, our beloved brother, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend, has gone to his Heavenly Home. Lawrence was preceded in death by his mother and father, Lillian Campos and Tomas Campos and by his brother, Alfred Campos. He is survived by his daughter, Raylena Bergevin; grandson, Alexander Torres; brothers, Esteban, Michael and wife, Patricia, Gilbert and companion, Pauline, Henry and wife, Maria; many nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. Lawrence touched the lives of all who knew him and he will be greatly missed. A Memorial Service will be held at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church (St. Marys's), 619 Copper Ave. NW, on Saturday, September 30, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. A reception will follow at 117 Nara Visa Rd. NW, 1 block north of Osuna 1 1/2 blocks east of 2nd St. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the charity of your choice. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, ABQ. 505-343-8008
        Published on: Wed September 27, 2006

HERRERA -- Manuelita Herrera, 91, Of Manzano, NM passed away on September 22, 2006, at the home of daughter Gloria and husband, Eppy Paez of Mountainair, NM. She was surrounded by her loving family. It broke our heart to lose you, mama, but you did not go alone, for part of us went with you. Your heart was weak, your bones were brittle, and you could no longer stay so God called you home. She was preceded in death by her husband, Antonio Herrera married for fifty eight years; and three sons, Roberto, Antonio Jr., and Augustine Herrera; parents, Maria and Salvador Griego; a brother, Sisto Griego; a sister, Adela, Chavez; and a daughter-in-law, Loyola Herrera. She is survived by a brother, Pedro and wife, Dolores Griego of Albuquerque, NM; sisters, Fedelina Garcia of Willard, NM, Virgina Aragon, Carman Thompson, and Mary Griego of Albuquerque, NM; sons, Ignacio and wife, Francis Herrera of Albuquerque, NM, Eddy Herrera of Estancia, NM, Arturo Herrera, Leroy Herrera and Ruth Ann Nelson of Manzano, NM; daughters, Tillie Herrera Brummell of Mountainair, NM, Isabel and husband ,Carlos Sanchez of Albuquerque, NM, Diana and husband, Mike Apodaca of San Bernardino, CA, Cecilia and husband, Arturo E. Sanchez of Bend, OR, Gloria and husband, Eppy Paez of Mountainair, NM; grandson, Daniel Herrera Brummell that she helped raise for six years. She loved her two year old great-granddaughter, Zoey Joe Brazil, Zoey would come into her room every morning and say, Good Morning Little Grandma, I love you. She was a wonderful, grandmother and loved all her 31 grandchildren, 53 great-grandchildren, and 26 great-great-grandchildren. She was born in La Cienega, NM in 1915 and attended Mountainair High School, after that she met and married Antonio Herrera in 1933. Together they had 12 children. She was a member of Nuestra Senora de Dolores Catholic Church in Manzano, NM, where she and her husband were Mayordomos of the church three times, and she also was a member of the Alter Society. Pallbearers will be her granddaughters, Rachel Sarabia, Anabel Gamez, Shirly Felix, Karen Sanchez Griego, Julie Lujan, Teresa Wasson, Cathy Coleman, Elizabeth Herrera, Joyce Martinez, Louisa Herrera, Daniella Herrera, Carmella “Lucha” Herrera, Mariaelena Lovato, Olivia Boyle, Natalie Sanchez, Consuelo Brazil, and JoAnna Chavez. Honorary Pallbearers will be her grandsons, Lawrence Herrera, Ronnie Herrera, Steven Herrera, Daniel Brummell, Patrick Brummell, Michael Herrera, Anthony Herrera, Charles Sanchez, Timothy Sanchez, Armando Herrera, Michael Apodoca, Joseph Apodace, Daniel Apodoca, and Solis Herrera. A Rosary will be recited Thursday, September 28, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church of Manzano. A Mass will be Friday, September 29, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church of Manzano. Father Stone will be officiating. Arrangements entrusted to Harris-Hanlon Mortuary (505) 847-2331 “Our Family Serving Your Family” www.Harris-HanlonMortuary.com
        Published on: Wed September 27, 2006