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APODACA -- Leo Albert Apodaca 73, a resident of Albuquerque since 1951 was born on November 23, 1937 and passed away on January 15, 2011. He was preceded in death by his two sons, Rafael Apodaca and Leo A. Apodaca Jr. A Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m., on Tuesday, January 18, 2011 at San Felipe de Neri Church. A Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Wednesday, January 19, 2011 at San Felipe de Neri Church. Interment is to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Mary's Catholic School and St. Charles Borromeo School. Services entrusted to SALAZAR & SONS MORTUARY 400 3rd st. SW Albuq, NM
        Published on: Tue January 18, 2011

BEARDEN -- Jesse Burns Bearden, 94, of Albuquerque, beloved husband and father, died Jan. 17, 2011. Jesse is survived by his wife Evelyn Hank Bearden; daughters, Katherin Bomer of Austin, TX, Patricia Woods of Albuquerque, Elaine Froebel of HI, Patti Carlson and Carol Wilson of Austin, TX; his sister Marie Borden of Oklahoma City, OK; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Jesse was born to Berryman and Pearl Bearden in Warner, OK, on Nov. 29, 1916. His college education was interrupted by World War II. He serves as a Sergeant Major in the United States Army for 20 years. After his military service he worked for the US Army Corps of Engineers in California, Texas and Albuquerque. Jesse was active in his church, loved gardening and his pets. A memorial service is schedule for 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 18, 2011 at Holy Cross Lutheran Church at 6901 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Albuquerque. In lieu of flowers, the family requests any donations be made to Holy Cross Lutheran Church.
        Published on: Tue January 18, 2011

JANSSON -- Don L. "Sarge" Jansson, 80, a resident of Albuquerque for 61 years passed away Thursday January 13, 2011. Sarge was preceded in death by his parents; wife Joanne; son Steven "Nick"; granddaughter Michelle; and seven brothers and sisters. He is survived by sons, Don L. Jansson of Edgewood, Robert J. Jansson and Ken W. Jansson of Albuquerque; daughter Sheryl J. and husband Randy Cross of Virginia; brother Conrad Jansson of Kansas; sisters, Barbara Scott of Oklahoma and Luan and husband Warren Reisch of Texas; seven grandchildren, Chris, Shawn, Jennifer, Joshua, Nick, Cassie and Jaime, and seven great-granchildren. Sarge served in the military for over 22 years and was a decorated war veteran who served in both Korea and Vietnam. In 1971 he opened Sarge Jansson and Sons Plumbing from which he fully retired in 1992 to spend time with his wife. A viewing will be held Tuesday, January 18, 2011 from 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., and Wednesday, January 19, 2011 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday January 19, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. Burial to follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Arrangements in care of Riverside Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE.
        Published on: Tue January 18, 2011

MITCHEM -- Lt.Col. James Albert Mitchem U.S. Army (RET), 79, a long time resident of Albuquerque, was born March 17, 1931 in New Albany, Indiana, and departed this life on Friday, January 14, 2011 following a short illness. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Veronica; seven children, Roxy Mitchem-Horn and husband Michael, James Mitchem, Jr. and wife Jacqueline, Sylvia Crowder and husband Larry, Michael Mitchem, Steven Mitchem, Gail Overton, and Phillip Mitchem and wife Lisa; 18 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; three sisters, Wilma, Mae, and Charlotte; and two brothers, Robert and Leon. He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister; and four brothers. Lt. Col. Mitchem served 20 years in the United States Army. He traveled the world with his family, and served two tours in Korea and one tour in Vietnam. His military citations include the Legion of Merit, the Bronze Star, the Meritorious Service Medal, and several other awards and decorations. He had a wonderful sense of humor and never met a stranger. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends. "Farewell Papa, we love you." Friends may visit French ~ Lomas Chapel on Wednesday, January 19, 2011 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., with rosary to begin at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church 4020 Lomas Blvd. NE on Thursday, January 20, 2011. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m., with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Buffalo Soldiers of New Mexico at #2 Hendrix Lane, Los Lunas, NM 87031 or the African American Catholic Community Scholarship Fund at 4000 St. Joseph's NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120. Please visit our online guestbook for Lt.Col. Mitchem at: www.RememberTheirStory.com Lovingly Pre-planned at FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
        Published on: Tue January 18, 2011

PAAD -- Jason B. Paad, 39, a resident of Rio Rancho, NM passed away Friday, January 14, 2011. A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 18, 2011 at Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Road Chapel, 4310 Sara Road SE and Meadowlark Lane, Rio Rancho, NM. Interment will follow the services at Vista Verde Memorial Park, 4310 Sara Road SE and Meadowlark Lane, NM. Those who wish to express condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. Arrangements are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Sara Road Chapel 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87124 505-892-9920
        Published on: Tue January 18, 2011

PINTO -- Mary Loretta Sinwell Pinto, 51, died January 15, 2011 in Albuquerque, NM. She is survived by her husband Jerry; her daughters, Nicole Hart and Jessica Pinto; her parents, Raymond and Carolyn Sinwell; her sister, Carol Martin and husband Bill; brother, Stephen Sinwell and wife Rhonda; and many other family and friends. She was a devoted wife, mother, daughter and sister. She loved spending time with her family and her joyous spirit will be greatly missed. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, January 18, 2011, 2:00 p.m., at French, Lomas Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to Book Share.org in her name. Please visit our online guestbook for Mary at: RememberTheirStory.com FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
        Published on: Tue January 18, 2011

ROMERO -- ARTHUR "DINTY" ROMERO, Passed away peacefully on January 15, 2011 surrounded by his family at his home in Santa Fe. He was 92 and was born on June 26, 1918 in Las Vegas, NM to Don Ricardo and Gregorita Romero. Dinty loved his family first and foremost and is survived by his wife of 74 years, Ophelia. He was preceded in death by his parents; his son Michael; and daughter Patsy; brothers Richard H. Romero and Louis Romero; and his sisters, Mary, Amy, Bell and Margie. Dinty inspired his family and others with his amazing work ethic, generosity, love for his family and commitment to his faith. He was also known for his broad smile and outgoing personality. He retired after 42 years with the United States Postal Service. He also retired in 1980 from the United States Naval Reserve as a Senior Chief Petty Officer for which he served on active duty in WWII. He served for more than four decades as a high school sports official for the New Mexico Activities Association for which he was inducted into the NMAA Officials Hall of Fame in 1989. He officiated games and championship games at various high school football fields and gymnasiums as well as UNM's Johnson Gym and "The PIT." He will be forever memorialized at The PIT as the officials locker room will be named in his honor. Dinty was an avid fan of the Chicago White Sox and loyal fan of the University of Norte Dame and the University of New Mexico. Dinty and Ophelia raised their six children and also cared for their grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is survived by his daughters, Stephanie of Santa Fe, Thelma Hoessler and husband Ed of Santa Fe; sons, Richard and wife Joanne of Rio Rancho, Nestor and wife Angela of Albuquerque; his granddaughter who was truly a daughter to him, Roberta Ortiz, and her husband, Andy, of Farmington; He is also survived by granddaughters, Monica Leyba (Jerry) of California, Lisa Kerwin (Garrett) of Albuquerque, Amanda Ortiz of Farmington, Loretta Cohen (Henry) of Austin, TX, grandsons, RJ and Eric of Rio Rancho, Quinn and Liam of Albuquerque, Mickey(Sylvia) and Greg of Colorado; and great-grandchildren, Noah, Avery, Riley, River, Alex, and his sister Corrine Armijo of Las Vegas NM, brothers Leo(Dora) of California, Bobby of Chicago and Francis (Martha) of Chicago; He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Public Visitation will begin on Tuesday, January 18, 2011 at 6:00 p.m., in the Chapel of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service with a rosary to follow at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, January 19, 2011 at 10:00 a.m., at Cristo Rey Catholic Church in Santa Fe with burial to follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:30 a.m., with full military honors. Pallbearers: Nestor and Richard Romero, Andy Ortiz, Ed Hoessler, Garrett Kerwin and Jerry Leyba. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be made to the Dinty Romero Memorial Scholarship Fund at the St. Michael's High School Foundation, 100 Siringo Road, Santa Fe, NM 87505. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service 1399 Luisa Street Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 984-8600Please sign our guestbook for the family at: www.berardinellifuneralhome.com
        Published on: Tue January 18, 2011

DUGAS -- Col. George A. Dugas US Air Force, Retired, 92, died peacefully in his home on January 13, 2011. He is survived by his sons, Albert Dugas and wife Jacqueline, John Dugas and wife Alice, Thomas Dugas and wife Nancy; daughters, Elizabeth Hadley and husband Daniel, Deborah Sperow and husband David; 11 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren; and many other family and friends. George was preceded in death by his wife of over 50 years, Elsie; his parents, Mary and Steven Dugas; and several siblings. He served in the United States Army Air Corp during WW II and the United States Air Force before retiring after 27 years. After retiring he worked at Kirtland Air Force Base in the Weapons Lab Logistics Dept. Mr. Dugas was an active member of the Mile High Optimist Club for many years. A Rosary will be recited Monday, 5:30 p.m., January 17, 2011 at French, Lomas friends may visit beginning at 4:00 p.m. A Mass will be celebrated 9:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 18, 2011 at The Shrine of St Bernadette, 11401 Indian School Rd NE. Services honoring his Military Career will be held at Santa Fe National Cemetery 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 19, 2011. Memorial contributions may be made to any Veterans Organization or the Optimist International, 4737 Danube Dr NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111, in his name. Please visit our online guestbook for George at RememberTheirStory.com Lovingly Pre-planned at FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
        Published on: Mon January 17, 2011

JANSSON -- Don L. "Sarge" Jansson, 80, a resident of Albuquerque for 61 years passed away Thursday January 13, 2011. Sarge was preceded in death by his parents; wife Joanne; son Steven "Nick"; granddaughter Michelle; and seven brothers and sisters. He is survived by sons, Don L. Jansson of Edgewood, Robert J. Jansson and Ken W. Jansson of Albuquerque; daughter Sheryl J. and husband Randy Cross of Virginia; brother Conrad Jansson of Kansas; sisters, Barbara Scott of Oklahoma and Luan and husband Warren Reisch of Texas; seven grandchildren, Chris, Shawn, Jennifer, Joshua, Nick, Cassie and Jaime, and seven great-granchildren. Sarge served in the military for over 22 years and was a decorated war veteran who served in both Korea and Vietnam. In 1971 he opened Sarge Jansson and Sons Plumbing from which he fully retired in 1992 to spend time with his wife. A viewing will be held Tuesday, January 18, 2011 from 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., and Wednesday, January 19, 2011 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday January 19, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. Burial to follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Arrangements in care of Riverside Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE.
        Published on: Mon January 17, 2011

KIRSCH -- James E. Kirsch. Services will be held Tuesday, January 18, 2011 at Our Lady Of Fatima Church Albuquerque at 10:30 a.m., with interment at The Santa Fe National Cemetery for Jim Kirsch, 80. Jim went home to be with Jesus on Saturday, January 1, 2011 following a long illness. A resident of Albuquerque NM since 1973, He was born September 16, 1930 in Erie Pa., the son of J. Edward and Emma Kirsch. A veteran of the U.S.Navy Reserve (1950-1966), Jim is survived by his wife of 55 years Helen Kirsch; his children, Karl Kirsch and wife Iris Kirsch, David Kirsch, Carrie Kurzeka and husband Rob Kurzeka; granddaughter Susan Kurzeka all of Albuquerque; a brother Jack Kirsch and wife Charlotte of Manassas, Va; sisters, Eileen McLaughlin, Elaine Mozdy and husband Frank of Erie Pa. Jim was a devoted loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. Deeply loved by all, he will be truly missed.
        Published on: Mon January 17, 2011