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STREPPONE -- Julio Joseph Streppone, 78 and a resident of Rio Rancho since 1985, died Nov. 9, 2005. He came to Rio Rancho after retiring from the Postal Service in Long Island. Julio was born April 30, 1927, to Sabino Streppone and Maria Cuzzinitti Streppone in Manhattan, N.Y. He was a member of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. He was a Navy veteran and loved to play poker. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Patricia (Pangaro) Streppone; daughter, Barbra Dougherty, and grandchildren Melissa and Joseph Dougherty, of Rio Rancho; brothers, Anthony Streppone and Richard Streppone; sisters Mary Andriotos, Penny Scopa, Lillian Principi, Jeannette Simonetti and Gloria Leto. Rosary will be recited Monday, Nov. 14, 2005, at 7:00 p.m. in Vista Verde Mortuary Chapel, 4310 Sara Rd. in Rio Rancho. Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated Tuesday, Nov. 15, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Rd. in Rio Rancho. Arrangements by Vista Verde Memorial Park and Mortuary 892-9920
        Published on: Sun November 13, 2005

CHAVEZ -- George E. Chavez, 67, was born in 1937 to Carlos and Maria Chavez in Santa Rosa, New Mexico where he grew up with his brothers's and sister. He shared a beautiful life of 45 years with his loving and dedicated wife, Priscilla D. Chavez. He is survived by a strong, loving family starting with his brother, Charles and wife, Stella, Alfonso and wife, Vessie, Avelino and wife, Carmen, Cecilia Padilla, Joe and wife, Isabel. George was a State open class Golden Glove Champion in 1958-1959. He was a dedicated public servant as an Albuquerque Firefighter, Patrolman First Class for the New Mexico State Police and Chairman of New Mexico Athletic Commission. George was a hard working and accomplished contractor who built his own business and home. He raised four children who will miss him dearly, George E. Chavez Jr. his first born and only son, Carla his first daughter and partner who built a business together, with her husband Mike, Silva, Marina, his big surprise and her husband, Chris Gutierrez, Crystal his baby and her husband, David Herrera. He was a hard worker all the way up to the end. He always made time for his grandchildren, whom he loved very much, Christopher Sosa, Jerome Ross, Brianna Chavez, Joseph Sanchez, Michael Jr., Juan Paul, Arianna, Alysha Silva, Antonio Gutierrez and Anjelica Herrera. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, whom he loved very much, and friends. He was preceded in death to now join Our Heavenly Father with his granddaughter, Kandice Chavez, brother-in-law, Gilbert Padilla, nephew, Paul Tafoya, his parents, Carlos and Maria Chavez, father-in-law and mother-in-law, Tony and Dora Sandoval. Mr. Chavez was a member of the Catholic Church. A visitation will be Friday evening from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at St. Anne Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal SW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Final visitation will be Saturday morning from 8:30 a.m until 9:00 a.m. at St. Anne Catholic Church with Mass of the Resurrection to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. by Father John. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Dear George, you were a loving husband, dedicated father, brother, grandfather, uncle and friend. We love you dearly and we will miss you. We know you are with Our Heavenly Father and we will be with you again. Love your family. Pallbearers will be Oscar Gomez, Ricardo Padilla, Jerome Chavez, Michael (Mikie) Silva, Juan Silva and Frank Medellin. Honorary pallbearers will be John Roybal, Charlie Anaya,Christopher Sosa and Evaristo Marquez. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
        Published on: Thu November 10, 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: Wed November 09, 2005

MANDEVILLE -- David "Dave" J. Mandeville, MSGT USAF Retired, age 82, passed away at his home, November 6, 2005 after his battle with prostate and bone cancer. He was a resident of Albuquerque since 1945 and worked for the United States Postal Service for 28 years. Dave attended several years of higher education at the University of New Mexico. He enlisted in the Reserve Corps in 1942 and served as a private with the U.S. Army Air Corps until 1946. Dave was in active service from 1951 to 1952 as a Staff Sergeant in the U.S. Air Force, then active again from 1967 to 1969. He retired from the New Mexico Air National Guard as a Master Sergeant in 1983. He loved to talk about his glory days serving in the military and he was an avid contributor to many environmental causes. Dave was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Mandeville, and he is survived by his daughter, Maria Fitzgerald and husband, Patrick of Albuquerque; step-son, Paul Shoemaker and wife, Marissa of Carlsbad; step-daughter, Lou Ann Schaller of Bridgman, MI; grandchildren, Mark and Melinda Schaller, Eric and Brian Fitzgerald, Machaon and Faith Shoemaker. The visitation and Services will be held at the Sunset Memorial Park Chapel on Thursday, November 10, 2005. The viewing will begin at 1:00 p.m. followed by the Funeral Service beginning at 2:00 p.m., concluded with the burial. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to The American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87111. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008.
        Published on: Wed November 09, 2005

BACA -- Frances Baca, 61, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on November 5, 2005 peacefully at home with her loving family by her side. Frances is survived by her loving children, Bobby Baca Jr., and Linda Ortiz, Bryan Baca, and Consuelo Cordova, Dee Baca, and Joshua Otero; five sisters, Lydia Esquivel, Rosalie Gallegos and husband, Toby Montoya, Pauline Lucero and husband, Arturo, Elaine Andrade and fiance, Abie Sanchez and Terry Roach; two brothers, Ross Garcia and Lena, John Roach and wife, Maria; five grandchildren, Roxanne, Krystal, Andrea, Mikayla, and Joshua Jr.; two great-grandchildren, Mya and Micah; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bobby Baca Sr.; her parents, John and Delcida Roach; a sister, Cecilia Montoya; and a brother, Tom Roach. Frances was a member of the Catholic Church. A visitation for Mrs. Baca will be Tuesday evening from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at San Jose de Los Duranes Mission, 2110 Los Luceros Rd. NW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Deacon Bob Lewis. Final visitation will be Wednesday morning from 10:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at San Jose de Los Duranes Mission with a Communion Service to be held at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Mark Padilla, Leroy Gallegos, Joshua Otero, Toby Montoya, Michael Andrade, and Chris Esquivel Honorary pallbearers will be Arturo Lucero, and Henry Esquivel. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
        Published on: Tue November 08, 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

GORMAN -- R.C. Internationally acclaimed artist R.C. Gorman died peacefully November 3, 2005 at 12:20 p.m. He was 74 years old. Gorman was hospitalized for close to seven weeks, undergoing treatment for a bacterial blood infection highly resistant to antibiotic treatment. The infection resulted in multiple complications including pneumonia, kidney failure, and coma from which he never recovered. He was first hospitalized at the Holy Cross Hospital in Taos, and then transported to intensive care at UNM Hospital on September 24, 2005. Gorman was known for his distinctive artistic expression of Navajo women through lithographs, original paintings, bronze sculptures and ceramics. He possessed a gregarious nature and was generous with his affection for family and friends. Although known as "R.C." or simply "Gorman" to the public, his parents, Adelle Katherine Brown and Carl Nelson Gorman named him Rudolph Carl Gorman. He was raised by his mother and maternal grandmother, Zonnie Maria Brown at Black Mountain, AZ. His brother and sisters agree that "R.C.'s spirit was unique." Zonnie Gorman, his youngest sister said, "He never lost touch with his Navajo soul. He never lost touch with his roots and that kept him very humble. His soul emanates in his work, whether it was a beautiful scene with mountains and canyons, women or whether it was a simple sketch. Although R.C. the man is no longer with us, his spirit will never die. R.C. is truly a role model for young Native Americans, who want to pursue art and even those who want to pursue business or any kind of dream. He showed that nothing is impossible for Native people and that we can do it on our own terms and say it in our own way. Many people remember our father, Carl Gorman mostly for being one of the original first 29 Navajo Code Talkers but he was also one of the early Indian artists to break away from what was called "Indian Art." In his own way, he opened a lot of doors for his son, R.C. In turn, R.C. has flung those doors wide open for current and future creative endeavors for Native people." Gorman was the oldest of five siblings who survive him. They are: Don Mitchell from Chinle, AZ; Donna Scott, from Chinle, AZ; Shirley Beecher from Black Mountain, AZ; Carla Anderson from Kaibeto, AZ; and Zonnie Gorman from Gallup, NM. Public viewing will be held on Sunday, November 6, 2005 from 4 - 6 p.m. at Rivera Chapel. A Rosary is scheduled for Sunday, November 6, 2005 at 7 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 205 Don Fernando Street, in Taos, NM. A public Funeral Service is slated for Monday, November 7, 2005 at 10 a.m. at the Sagebrush Inn Convention Center, 1508 South Santa Fe Road, in Taos, NM. Interment will be near his home at Las Colonias, NM. A reception will follow the interment. The Inn is offering a special rate for guests attending Gorman's Funeral Services. In lieu of flowers, donations to the R.C. Gorman (Scholarship) Foundation are welcome. Send inquiries or donations to R.C. Gorman Scholarship Fund, PO Box 127, Tsaile, AZ 86556. Gorman's Navajo Gallery in Taos will be closed throughout the weekend and next week. Arrangements by Rivera-Hanlon Funeral Home, 758-3841. www.riverafuneralhome.com
        Published on: Sun November 06, 2005

TAPIA -- Cleofes Tapia, 85, died Friday, November 4, 2005 at the VA Hospital in Albuquerque. Cleofes was born in La Liendre, NM; Aug. 1, 1920 but lived most of his life in Albuquerque. He joined the US Army in 1941 and was sent to basic training in Cheyenne, WY. He was one of 10,000 troops who traveled to Watton, England by way of Glasgow, Scotland on the Queen Mary, which had been converted to a troop ship during WWII. While stationed in the UK, he drove the 8th Air Force fighter pilots from their base to the airstrip. After leaving the military, he married Evangeline (Vangie) Gonzales in 1945 in Las Vegas, NM. They had three children. Their daughter Betty Rolando preceded him in death in 2003. He is survived by his wife, Vangie; son, Ernesto and his wife, Maria; and son, Felix and his wife, Melanie, all of Albuquerque. Cleofes retired from Albuquerque Public Schools in 1982. Cleofes and Vangie were blessed with 13 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be held Monday, November 7, 2005 at 6:30 p.m. in the chapel of Fitzgerald and Son. All arrangements are under the care and direction of: Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd. NE 884-1188
        Published on: Sun November 06, 2005

GORMAN -- R.C. GORMAN. Internationally acclaimed artist R.C. Gorman died peacefully November 3, 2005 at 12:20 p.m. He was 74 years old. Gorman was hospitalized for close to seven weeks, undergoing treatment for a bacterial blood infection highly resistant to antibiotic treatment. The infection resulted in multiple complications including pneumonia, kidney failure, and coma from which he never recovered. He was first hospitalized at the Holy Cross Hospital in Taos, and then transported to intensive care at UNM Hospital on September 24, 2005. Gorman was known for his distinctive artistic expression of Navajo women through lithographs, original paintings, bronze sculptures and ceramics. He possessed a gregarious nature and was generous with his affection for family and friends. Although known as "R.C." or simply "Gorman" to the public, his parents, Adelle Katherine Brown and Carl Nelson Gorman named him Rudolph Carl Gorman. He was raised by his mother and maternal grandmother, Zonnie Maria Brown at Black Mountain, AZ. His brother and sisters agree that "R.C.'s spirit was unique." Zonnie Gorman, his youngest sister said, "He never lost touch with his Navajo soul. He never lost touch with his roots and that kept him very humble. His soul emanates in his work, whether it was a beautiful scene with mountains and canyons, women or whether it was a simple sketch. Although R.C. the man is no longer with us, his spirit will never die. R.C. is truly a role model for young Native Americans, who want to pursue art and even those who want to pursue business or any kind of dream. He showed that nothing is impossible for Native people and that we can do it on our own terms and say it in our own way. Many people remember our father, Carl Gorman mostly for being one of the original first 29 Navajo Code Talkers but he was also one of the early Indian artists to break away from what was called "Indian Art." In his own way, he opened a lot of doors for his son, R.C. In turn, R.C. has flung those doors wide open for current and future creative endeavors for Native people." Gorman was the oldest of five siblings who survive him. They are: Don Mitchell from Chinle, AZ; Donna Scott, from Chinle, AZ; Shirley Beecher from Black Mountain, AZ; Carla Anderson from Kaibeto, AZ; and Zonnie Gorman from Gallup, NM. Public viewing will be held on Sunday, November 6, 2005 from 4 - 6 p.m. at Rivera Chapel. A Rosary is scheduled for Sunday, November 6, 2005 at 7 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 205 Don Fernando Street, in Taos, NM. A public Funeral Service is slated for Monday, November 7, 2005 at 10 a.m. at the Sagebrush Inn Convention Center, 1508 South Santa Fe Road, in Taos, NM. Interment will be near his home at Las Colonias, NM. A reception will follow the interment. The Inn is offering a special rate for guests attending Gorman's Funeral Services. In lieu of flowers, donations to the R.C. Gorman (Scholarship) Foundation are welcome. Send inquiries or donations to R.C. Gorman Scholarship Fund, PO Box 127, Tsaile, AZ 86556. Gorman's Navajo Gallery in Taos will be closed throughout the weekend and next week. Arrangements by Rivera-Hanlon Funeral Home, 758-3841. www.riverafuneralhome.com
        Published on: Sat November 05, 2005

PEREZ -- Elsie G. Perez, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque and a loving mother and friend, went home with the Angels on Tuesday, November 1, 2005. Visitation for Mrs. Perez will be held on Friday, November 4, 2005 from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary. A Rosary will be recited on Friday evening at 8:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, November 5, 2005, also at Our Lady of Guadalupe where the Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Pallbearers will be Mike Sikinger, Luis Garcia, Lloyd Apodaca, Ramon Sanchez, Jimmy Lucero and Esequiel "Zeke" Garcia. Honorary pallbearers will be Lorraine Moya, Yolanda Sikinger, Maria Miller, Monica Mock, and Emily Rush. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
        Published on: Fri November 04, 2005