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PENNYBACKER -- SALLIE Age 89, died Monday, November 21, 2011. She was born Sarah Ann Van Buren on January 13, 1922, in Glen's Fall, New York. She attended Lindenwood College in St. Charles, Missouri, and the American Academy of Art in Chicago, studying fashion design and illustration. She also worked on the Chicago Herald Star and other newspapers. On February 18, 1950 she married James Edmund Pennybacker in White Plains, New York. They toured Europe before moving to Frankfurt, Germany, where two daughters, Susan Michele and Deborah Carol were born. In 1959 the family moved to Albuquerque where Mrs. Pennybacker was active in the Girl Scout Council and then in organizing horse shows and related activities. In 1982 she began a monthly magazine, the Horseman's Voice, which she published for 17 years. Later she wrote a weekly column, called "Country Comment" for the Albuquerque Journal Westside edition. Throughout her life in New Mexico she advocated the provision of riding trails throughout the North Valley and the preservation of rural life in the Village of Los Ranchos. She is survived by her daughters, Susan Kuliasha and husband, Michael Priestap, of Knoxville, Tennessee, Debbie Tissot and husband, Ralph of Albuquerque; grandson, Ian Kuliasha and wife, Jasmine of Boulder, Colorado; grandson, Cary Kuliasha of Knoxville. She is also survived by her Beagles, Ryan and Toby. Those wishing to make a charitable contribution in her memory may send checks to Cloud Dancers Riding for the Handicapped or the Beagle Rescue Foundation of America, both c/o 608 Bledsoe Rd. NW, Village of Los Ranchos, NM 87107. Funeral services are planned 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 29, 2011 at French Mortuary. Burial will follow in the Santa Fe National Cemetery where her late husband, James Edmund Pennybacker is buried. Please visit our online guest book for Sallie at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
        Published on: Sat November 26, 2011

PENNYBACKER -- SALLIE Age 89, died Monday, November 21, 2011. She was born Sarah Ann Van Buren on January 13, 1922, in Glen's Fall, New York. She attended Lindenwood College in St. Charles, Missouri, and the American Academy of Art in Chicago, studying fashion design and illustration. She also worked on the Chicago Herald Star and other newspapers. On February 18, 1950 she married James Edmund Pennybacker in White Plains, New York. They toured Europe before moving to Frankfurt, Germany, where two daughters, Susan Michele and Deborah Carol were born. In 1959 the family moved to Albuquerque where Mrs. Pennybacker was active in the Girl Scout Council and then in organizing horse shows and related activities. In 1982 she began a monthly magazine, the Horseman's Voice, which she published for 17 years. Later she wrote a weekly column, called "Country Comment" for the Albuquerque Journal Westside edition. Throughout her life in New Mexico she advocated the provision of riding trails throughout the North Valley and the preservation of rural life in the Village of Los Ranchos. She is survived by her daughters, Susan Kuliasha and husband, Michael Priestap, of Knoxville, Tennessee, Debbie Tissot and husband, Ralph of Albuquerque; grandson, Ian Kuliasha and wife, Jasmine of Boulder, Colorado; grandson, Cary Kuliasha of Knoxville. She is also survived by her Beagles, Ryan and Toby. Those wishing to make a charitable contribution in her memory may send checks to Cloud Dancers Riding for the Handicapped or the Beagle Rescue Foundation of America, both c/o 608 Bledsoe Rd. NW, Village of Los Ranchos, NM 87107. Funeral services are planned 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 29, 2011 at French Mortuary. Burial will follow in the Santa Fe National Cemetery where her late husband, James Edmund Pennybacker is buried. Please visit our online guest book for Sallie at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
        Published on: Fri November 25, 2011

PENNYBACKER -- SALLIE Age 89, died Monday, November 21, 2011. She was born Sarah Ann Van Buren on January 13, 1922, in Glen's Fall, New York. She attended Lindenwood College in St. Charles, Missouri, and the American Academy of Art in Chicago, studying fashion design and illustration. She also worked on the Chicago Herald Star and other newspapers. On February 18, 1950 she married James Edmund Pennybacker in White Plains, New York. They toured Europe before moving to Frankfurt, Germany, where two daughters, Susan Michele and Deborah Carol were born. In 1959 the family moved to Albuquerque where Mrs. Pennybacker was active in the Girl Scout Council and then in organizing horse shows and related activities. In 1982 she began a monthly magazine, the Horseman's Voice, which she published for 17 years. Later she wrote a weekly column, called "Country Comment" for the Albuquerque Journal Westside edition. Throughout her life in New Mexico she advocated the provision of riding trails throughout the North Valley and the preservation of rural life in the Village of Los Ranchos. She is survived by her daughters, Susan Kuliasha and husband, Michael Priestap, of Knoxville, Tennessee, Debbie Tissot and husband, Ralph of Albuquerque; grandson, Ian Kuliasha and wife, Jasmine of Boulder, Colorado; grandson, Cary Kuliasha of Knoxville. She is also survived by her Beagles, Ryan and Toby. Those wishing to make a charitable contribution in her memory may send checks to Cloud Dancers Riding for the Handicapped or the Beagle Rescue Foundation of America, both c/o 608 Bledsoe Rd. NW, Village of Los Ranchos, NM 87107. Funeral services are planned 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 29, 2011 at French Mortuary. Burial will follow in the Santa Fe National Cemetery where her late husband, James Edmund Pennybacker is buried. Please visit our online guest book for Sallie at: www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
        Published on: Thu November 24, 2011

BAIRD-KOHS -- MYRNA LAVON GAULT The Sierra County community lost a passionate fighter Monday, November 14, 2011. Myrna LaVon Gault Baird-Kohs passed away peacefully at the age of 68 at Sierra Health Care Center. Myrna was born on April 29, 1943 to Joseph Gault and Myrtle Frances Gault in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She grew up the youngest of six sisters in the family's dry cleaning business. She had two children by the age of 19 when she left her first husband. She met and remarried to Neil R. Baird on December 27, 1963. It was during her marriage to Neil that the two moved to Truth or Consequences and brought KCHS Radio Station out of the "dark" and back on the air in 1964. Two years later, in March of 1967, the couple started the Sierra County Sentinel. She managed to continue the businesses and eventually found a new love that would work beside her, and as hard as she did, Patrick Kohs. They married on January 6, 1996 and worked hand-in-hand until Myrna's health forced her into a reluctant retirement in June of 2010. Myrna was a member of the First Baptist Church of T-or-C, the New Mexico Broadcasters Association, New Mexico Press Association and the National Association of American Pen Women. She is survived by her husband, Patrick Kohs, of the family home; her daughters, Susan L. Brandt and Frances L. Luna (Donnie), both of T-or-C; and her son, Joseph R. Baird, of Golden Valley, Arizona. Other survivors include a son, Neil R. Baird, Jr. (Beverly), of Texas; and daughters, Marka Lee Baird, Kathy Gayle Williams and Mary Margaret Booney, all of Texas; three sisters, Maxine Templeton (Jim), Mary Jo Duran (Dwayne) and Mickie Atkinson (Jack), all of Albuquerque; 11 grandchildren, including McKenzie Rose Luna of T-or-C; 18 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Myrtle Gault; a son, Melvin Baird; husband, Neil R. Baird, Sr. and two sisters, Marcella Chamberlin and Myrle Dadig. Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 17, 2011 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. in the chapel of Kirikos Family Funeral Home. Funeral services are set for 3:00 p.m. Friday, November 18, 2011 at the First Baptist Church, 220 Broadway, in T-or-C. Burial will follow the service in the Vista Memory Gardens Cemetery. A reception will follow in the First Baptist Church fellowship hall. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Myrna's name may be sent to the Sierra Vista Hospital building fund, 800 E. Ninth Ave., Truth or Consequences, NM 87901. Arrangements are by Kirikos Family Funeral Home, Inc., 303 N. Cedar St., Truth or Consequences, NM, (575) 894-2574. For online condolences, please visit: www.kirikosfamily funeralhome.com
        Published on: Thu November 17, 2011

DOMINGUEZ -- KEVIN Was born July 26, 1947 of his parents Raul and Christina Dominguez. Kevin was the oldest of seven children, his siblings included Orae, Roland, Ronald, Stephanie, Renee and Rebecca. Kevin grew up in Albuquerque, NM. In high school he was the lead singer of the band "The Kings and I". He graduated from Monzano High School. Following high school he entered the Army where he reached the rank of Sergeant. After completing his three years in the service he then entered the Mount Angel Seminary. After studying a couple of years in the seminary he later found an opportunity to become a commercial fisherman out of the state of Oregon. After earning his master papers in just two years of fishing he met Lorrie Abercrombie and later married. When he found out they were pregnant with their first child the couple moved back to Kevin's home in New Mexico. His first child David was born June '83 and later his second child Jessica was born January '85. During this time he started working and earning his refrigeration, and electrical licenses and later worked maintenance for Lovelace Hospital. While employed with Lovelace he became a power plant technician and continued to work as a technician for several locations and hospitals. Kevin passed on November 12, 2011 at the age of 64. Kevin was a great man and an amazing father. He showed nothing but respect to anyone he met and as a result made many friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Raul Dominguez; his sister, Stephanie Coleman. He is survived by his two children, David and Jessica Dominguez; three grandchildren, Isabella, Alyssa, and Jasmine who meant the world to him. You will be forever loved and missed as a son, brother, uncle, father, and grandpa. Visitation will be held at 6:00 pm, with a Rosary following at 7:00 pm, Thursday, November 17, 2011, at Daniels Family Funeral Services - Sara Chapel, 4310 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 pm, Friday, November 18, 2011 at Church of the Incarnation, 2309 Monterrey Road NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87144. Interment will follow at 3:00 pm, at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Kevin's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Rd. Rio Rancho, New Mexico, 87124 505-892-9920
        Published on: Wed November 16, 2011

RUFFNER -- LEWIS (LEW) Former long-time resident of Brevard County, FL. Lew Ruffner was born September 7, 1932 to Rachel Wilson Ruffner and Lewis Ruffner in Jonesboro, AL. Lew passed away on September 18, 2011 following a brief illness in Albuquerque, NM. Lew graduated from Bessemer High School June 1950 and entered Auburn University School of Engineering September 1950. He left Auburn in 1954 to enlist in the United States Air Force. His tour of duty took him many places in Europe including Norfolk, England where he met his future wife, Josephine Mary Palmer. Lew and Jo were married December 29, 1957. Lew returned to Auburn University in January 1958 and graduated from the School of Engineering in June 1960. He was hired by the Boeing Company immediately following his graduation. He worked for Boeing Aerospace for more than 35 years. During those years some of the projects he worked on included Mercury, Gemini and Apollo. He also played an important role in sending the first American Astronaut to the moon. Lew also worked on Skylab, the Space Shuttle and the International Space Station. His family is very proud of the role he played in the American Space Program. Lew enjoyed fishing, reading, boating and scuba diving. He also loved music. He played the tuba in the Auburn University marching band and the US Air Force band. Those who knew him well loved his beautiful baritone singing voice. Lew is survived by his wife of 54 years, Jo Ruffner; his daughter, Beth Sabel of Seattle, WA; four grandchildren, Zoey Palmer, Cameron Sabel (and wife Sarah), Alex Sabel and Maddy Sabel. Lew is also survived by his brother, Joe Ruffner; and sisters, Randy Butchko, Ann Adams, and Mary McDonald; and many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Lew's name to the Auburn University Scholarship fund. WAR EAGLE! Please visit our online guestbook for Lew at www.RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Tue September 27, 2011

COWAN -- SANDRA Age 56, passed away Monday, September 5, 2011. She was born on January 18, 1955 to William and Eunice Blanchard, in Lowell, MA. Sandra was a resident of Albuquerque, NM for the past 7 years and a former resident of Port Huron, MI. She was preceded in death by her father, William K. Blanchard. Sandra is survived by mother, Eunice L. Blanchard of Port Huron, MI; sons, Greg Darhower and wife, Michelle, Steven Darhower and wife, Lynnette of Port Huron, MI; grandsons, Steven Darhower III, Zachary Darhower, Jacob Darhower, Braden Darhower, Taylor Darhower; brother, William Keith Blanchard; caretaker, Patricia Chavez of Albuquerque, NM. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Sandra's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM, 87106 505-842-8800
        Published on: Sun September 11, 2011

WILSON -- BENNY L. A lifelong resident of Albuquerque went home to be with the lord on September 6th, 2011. Benny Lee Wilson was born January 18, 1975 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was the son of Virner Lee Wilson and Irene Wilson. He graduated from Albuquerque High School, class of 1993 and went on to earn his Associate in Business from ITT Tech. It only took one encounter with him to know that he had a big heart. He would do anything he could do for his family and friends. He loved all types of music and created his own unique moves. He loved to make everyone laugh and this is why we called him the "life of the party". At family events, he always found a way to tell the funny and embarrassing stories of his sister, as if he was the "golden" child and could have never done something to embarrass himself. He enjoyed sports and he always knew it all whether it was the pro football season or college to NASCAR racing, you would find him loud and glued to the TV. He's a son, brother, and a friend that will be truly missed. He leaves his cherished memories to his parents Virner and Irene Wilson of Albuquerque, NM; three sisters Patricia Wilson (Brian) of Albuquerque, NM, Albenita Padilla and Glenda Padilla of San Felipe, NM; brother James Padilla of San Felipe, NM; three spoiled nieces Kiara, Brianna, and Blessin'e; along with a host of other nieces, nephews, relatives, extended family and friends. The family of Benny would like to thank everyone for their prayers, visits, cards, food, thoughts, and love during this difficult time. To view service information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Benny's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM, 87106 505-842-8800
        Published on: Sun September 11, 2011

ROMERO -- SAMUEL (SAM) T. Age 77, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, since 1961 passed away on Saturday, August 27, 2011 following a lengthy illness. Sam was raised in Truchas, NM, attended Santa Cruz High School. He moved to Pueblo, Co., where he attended a private college and studied telegraphy (Morse code). He later worked for the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad as a Telegraph Operator. On January 11, 1954 he joined the United States Marine Corps (he was 20 years old at the time) and was assigned to communications as a Radio and Telegraph Operator. That first day of boot camp was an eye opener, he thought "aye que pendejo, what did I get myself into?" He was stationed in Southern California, and Okinawa, Japan. He celebrated his 21st birthday on the Pacific Ocean, the International Date Line to be exact. He was very fortunate because he could celebrate his birth for two days. His duty as a Marine ended on December 18, 1957, little did he know that eight days later he was going to meet the lady of his dreams, Angelica (Angie) Quintana. On January 2, 1958, Sam attended New Mexico Highlands University where he received his BA with two majors, Accounting and General Business with a minor in History. On September 3, 1960, Sam and Angie married. Upon graduation May 16, 1961, he was employed by Dale J. Bellamah Corporation as a Junior Accountant. Thereafter, he began his career in the Federal Service with the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA). He worked as an accountant and systems accountant. He was the Finance Officer in Gallup Area Office for three years and the Albuquerque Area Office for one. He retired as Chief of Accounting Services under the Finance and Accounting Branch, Central Office where he served nine years. He has been retired from the Federal Service for 21 years. Sam was an avid golfer. He belonged to many golf associations; The Native American Golf Association, Flog Golf Association and the Thursday Afternoon BIA Golf League just to name a few. Sam had also served as an officer in the NAGA association, where during his term had two holes in one. Sam was also a competitive bowler and bowled on Friday night mixed Native American Bowling League. He really enjoyed expressing his humor with the other bowlers. Sam loved the outdoors and wildlife in particular. He loved to fish and to camp. He was a true Truchero at heart. Sam loved music and would ofter play his favorite Johnny Cash tunes on his guitar. After his retirement in November 30, 1989, Sam and Angie kept busy remodeling homes, doing most of the labor themselves. Sam looked forward to his coffee breaks with friends at the Koffee Klutch, McDonald Group, and talking with his Truchas friends of old times. He enjoyed spending time with his Koffee Klutch friends. He loved dancing at the Post 13 and Post 99 where he was a lifetime member. He is preceded in death by his parents, Carmelita T. (Trujillo) and Cosme Romero; paternal grandparents, Beatriz D. and Emilio Romero; step-grandfather, Vidal Romero; maternal grandparents; Epifania and GavinoTrujillo; in-laws, Juan De Dios and Petrita Maestas; also Marcella Quintana and Antonio S. Quintana; sisters-in-law; Lucy Quintana , and Nora Garcia; brothers-in-law, Louie Maestas, Isidoro Quintana, Jim Medina, Leland Maestas and Ralph Garcia. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Angie Q. Romero; daughter, Madeline J. Gomez and husband, Bernard of Albuquerque; sons, Herbert I. Romero and wife, Rosemary of Santa Fe, and Samuel Paul Romero and wife, Frances of Albuquerque; granddaughters; Jacqueline and Ivana Romero; grandsons, Herbert Jr., Roby, Santiago, and Stephen Romero, Christian Joseph, and Aaron James Gomez; brother, Henry Romero of Truchas; sisters, Susie Gurule and Loretto Truchas; Cecilia and Nora Romero of Santa Fe; Bernice Mascarenas of Rio Rancho, and Mary Helen Kelty and Chic of Santa Fe; sister-in-law, Alice Medina from La Puebla; Estolia Martinez and Joe from Chimayo, Cornelia DeAguero and Elifar for Cuarteles Esperanza Backman from Puebla, Loraine Archuleta and Jerry from Santa Fe, Frances Quintana from Minturn Colorado, Albert and Julian and Hazel Quintana. Angie and the Romero Family would like to thank everyone for their prayers, friendship, donations, phone calls, visits, cards delicious foods, flowers and most of all their support. They say that when you are called home, you dont take anything with you. Well, Sam will take all the memories of how so many cared and wished him well with his fight against his illness. A Rosary will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 1, 2011 with a Mass to follow at 10:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Interment is to follow at 3:00 p.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Services entrusted to: Salazar and Sons Mortuary 400 3rd St. SW. Albuquerque, NM 87102.
        Published on: Wed August 31, 2011

DOMINGUEZ -- MARK Mark, On January 18, 1971, the Lord brought you from His arms to ours. Your aunt named you. On August 26, 2004 the Lord took you back into His loving arms. We miss you so much. Love, Mom, Dad, Ray, Demi, JJ, and all your friends and relatives
        Published on: Fri August 26, 2011