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SEQUIST -- Victoria Sequist, 65, a resident of Rio Rancho for the past 15 years, passed away on Saturday, October 25, 2008. Victoria was born December 29, 1942 the daughter of Onesimo and Manuelita Romero Cordova in Taos Pueblo, NM. She was a member of the Taos Pueblo tribe. Victoria was an avid reader, gardener, did arts and crafts (pottery and crochet), enjoyed traveling, and had a special love for her grandchildren. Victoria is survived by her husband of over 38 years, Jack Sequist; five children, James Weahkee, Stephanie Macapagal, Dion Weahkee, Kimberly Sequist and husband Frank Maestas all of Rio Rancho, and Dr. Thomas Sequist and wife Dr. Lecia Sequist of Boston, MA; seven grandchildren, Victoria Macapagal, Tina Macapagal, Kaitlyn Sequist, Christopher Maestas, Jackson Sequist, Gabriel Sequist, and Kassandra Weahkee; brothers and sisters, Beatrice Lujan and husband Vincent of Taos, NM, Jerry Cordova and wife Lorraine Edmo of Washington, DC, Mary Billy of Rio Rancho, NM, James Cordova, Joseph Cordova, and Miriam Cordova, all of Albuquerque, NM; and numerous nieces and nephews. The Visitation for Victoria will be held today, Tuesday, October 28, 2008 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., with the Rosary being recited at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, October 29, 2008 at 10:30 a.m., at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Rd., Rio Rancho, followed by interment in Vista Verde Memorial Park, Rio Rancho. It has been suggested that memorial contributions be made in Victoria's name to the Vista Care Hospice, 5639 Jefferson St. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109. Those who wish to send condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. Arrangements are entrusted to Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87124 (505) 892-9920
        Published on: Wed October 29, 2008

CHAVEZ -- Solomon Chavez, 92, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Saturday, October 25, 2008. He is survived by his loving wife of 32 years who was born in Brazil, Marianeuza Bahia Chavez; two daughters, Terry Lujan and Marcy Montoya; five brothers Ray, Eloy, Johnny, Willie and Benito; two sisters Beatrice Sandoval and Josie Wasson; seven grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews and friends. Mr. Chavez was loved by all who knew him and will always be remembered as a wonderful musician. He retired from Sandia National Labs after 30 years. Cremation has taken place. Private family services will take place. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Tue October 28, 2008

SEQUIST -- Victoria Sequist, 65, a resident of Rio Rancho for the past 15 years, passed away on Saturday, October 25, 2008. Victoria was born December 29, 1942 the daughter of Onesimo and Manuelita Romero Cordova in Taos Pueblo, NM. She was a member of the Taos Pueblo tribe. Victoria was an avid reader, gardener, did arts and crafts (pottery and crochet), enjoyed traveling, and had a special love for her grandchildren. Victoria is survived by her husband of over 38 years, Jack Sequist; five children, James Weahkee, Stephanie Macapagal, Dion Weahkee, Kimberly Sequist and husband Frank Maestas all of Rio Rancho, and Dr. Thomas Sequist and wife Dr. Lecia Sequist of Boston, MA; seven grandchildren, Victoria Macapagal, Tina Macapagal, Kaitlyn Sequist, Christopher Maestas, Jackson Sequist, Gabriel Sequist, and Kassandra Weahkee; brothers and sisters, Beatrice Lujan and husband Vincent of Taos, NM, Jerry Cordova and wife Lorraine Edmo of Washington, DC, Mary Billy of Rio Rancho, NM, James Cordova, Joseph Cordova, and Miriam Cordova, all of Albuquerque, NM; and numerous nieces and nephews. The Visitation for Victoria will be held today, Tuesday, October 28, 2008 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., with the Rosary being recited at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, October 29, 2008 at 10:30 a.m., at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Rd., Rio Rancho, followed by interment in Vista Verde Memorial Park, Rio Rancho. It has been suggested that memorial contributions be made in Victoria's name to the Vista Care Hospice, 5639 Jefferson St. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109. Those who wish to send condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. Arrangements are entrusted to Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87124 (505) 892-9920
        Published on: Tue October 28, 2008

LUJAN -- Bonifacio H. Lujan age 78, passed away on Tuesday October 21, 2008, after a long illness. He served in the Korean War, and was a Combat Veteran. He is survived by his wife Ruth G. Lujan; children Anthony Lujan, Cecilia and husband Ron Pincomb, Jim B. Lujan, Sam L. Lujan, Lupe Margaret Lujan, and husband John Sinclair; four loving sisters Rachel Silva, Erlinda and husband Tony Ortiz, Vera and husband Art Diez, Theresa and husband Tony Lujan; one loving brother Ted and wife Voni Lujan; aunts Nora Vigil, Aubrura Lujan; special niece Gabriella (Bertha) and husband Rudy Garcia. Sisters-in-law Jessie Martinez, Margie and husband Paul Trujillo, Veronica Gonzales, Priscilla Lujan; brother-in-law Manuel Gonzales; ten grandchildren, one great-grandchild numerous nieces, nephews, godchildren, and cousins. He is preceded in death by his grandson Andres Seth Lujan; brothers Juan, Castilo, Toby and Andres Lujan. A public visitation will be held Sunday October 26, 2008 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church 550 Atrisco Dr. SW. Albuquerque, NM 87105. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, October 27, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church. Interment is to follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. Those who wish to send condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com Services have been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800
        Published on: Sat October 25, 2008

LOVATO -- Frank Lovato, Jr., 70, a lifetime resident of Albuquerque, passed away October 21, 2008. Life Celebration Mass will be Friday at 10:00 a.m., followed by Burial at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Larry C de Baca, Joseph Lovato, Mark Lovato, Martin Lovato, Joshua Lujan and Aaron Lopez. Online condolences: www.Reflectionoflife.com. The Salazar family of REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations 2400 Washington Street NE 884-5777
        Published on: Fri October 24, 2008

LUJAN -- Bonifacio H. Lujan age 78, passed away on Tuesday October 21, 2008 after a long illness. He served in the Korean War, and was a Combat Veteran. He is survived by his wife, Ruth G. Lujan; children, Anthony Lujan, Cecilia and husband, Ron Pincomb, Jim B. Lujan, Sam L. Lujan, Lupe Margaret Lujan, and husband, John Sinclair; four loving sisters, Rachel Silva, Erlinda and husband, Tony Ortiz, Vera and husband, Art Diez, Theresa and husband, Tony Lujan; one loving brother, Ted and wife, Voni Lujan; aunts, Nora Vigil, Aubrura Lujan; special niece, Gabriella (Bertha) and husband, Rudy Garcia; sister in laws, Jessie Martinez, Margie and husband, Paul Trujillo, Veronica Gonzales, Priscilla Lujan; brother in law, Manuel Gonzales; 10 grandchildren; one great grandchild; numerous nieces, nephews, godchildren and cousins. He is preceded in death by his grandson, Andres Seth Lujan; brothers, Juan, Castilo, Toby and Andres Lujan. A public visitation will be held Sunday October 26, 2008 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church 550 Atrisco Dr. SW. Albuquerque, NM 87105. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday October 27 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church. Interment is to follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. Those who wish to send condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. Services have been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave. SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800
        Published on: Fri October 24, 2008

SANCHEZ -- Gabriel "Gabe" V. Sanchez, 70, resident of Albuquerque, went home to the Lord on Thursday, October 16, 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents Ernesto and Carlota Vigil. He is survived by his brothers Ernie and Melba Vigil, Dan and Donna Vigil, and Abie and Antionette Vigil; his sisters Selina and Rosendo Lujan, Carol and Carmel Chavez, and Onila and Maranio Garcia; and many nephews and nieces. Gabe served his country in the Marine Corps. He retired from Sandia Labs and was a woodworker. Rosary will be recited Sunday, October 19, 2008, 6:00 p.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas NE. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated on Monday, October 20, 2008, 10:00 a.m. at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Torreon, NM with Fr. Virgil Furfaro, celebrant. Burial will follow at Torreon Cemetery. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Sun October 19, 2008

SANCHEZ -- Gabriel "Gabe" V. Sanchez, 70, resident of Albuquerque, went home to the Lord on Thursday, October 16, 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents Ernesto and Carlota Vigil. He is survived by his brothers Ernie and Melba Vigil, Dan and Donna Vigil, and Abie and Antionette Vigil; his sisters Selina and Rosendo Lujan, Carol and Carmel Chavez, and Onila and Maranio Garcia; and many nephews and nieces. Gabe served his country in the Marine Corps. He retired from Sandia Labs and was a woodworker. Rosary will be recited Sunday, October 19, 2008, 6:00 p.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas NE. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated on Monday, October 20, 2008, 10:00 a.m. at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Torreon, NM with Fr. Virgil Furfaro, celebrant. Burial will follow at Torreon Cemetery. French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
        Published on: Sat October 18, 2008

GARCIA -- Oracio Z. Garcia October 5, 1923 - October 4, 2006 Happy Birthday! We love you and miss you. You are at peace with Our Lord. Love, Bertha Lujan and family.
        Published on: Sun October 05, 2008

RUBIO -- Joseph "Steve" Rubio died Saturday, September 13, 2008 in Albuquerque at the age of 54. He is survived by daughter, Eileen Roybal; sons, Steven Rubio, Andrew Rubio, Adrian Rubio, Joseph Rubio; and eight grandchildren all of Albuquerque, NM; mother, Rosalind Boatman of Gallup, NM; brothers, Rick Saraccino of Gallup, NM and Brian Halloway of Cucamonga, CA; sisters Glinda Sabala of Ontario, CA, Denise Campa of Cucamonga, CA and Bernadette Lujan of Gallup, NM. He was preceded in death by sister, Linda Alexander; grandson, Jeremy Rubio; and granddaughter, Madeline Rubio. Steve was born October 29, 1953 in Los Angeles, CA. The majority of his life was lived in Gallup, NM where he was well known as a superior craftsman and a master of his drywall trade. While drywall was his physical work, he will be most remembered for the life lessons regarding the importance of hard work and responsibility which he imparted upon all who knew him well.
        Published on: Wed September 17, 2008