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Jamison -- Dwight (Simon) Jamison, 22, a resident of Albuquerque died Sunday, March 10, 2002. Survivors include his mother, Lou Jamison; father, Dwight Jamison; grandmother, Bernice Blanks; two daughters; one son; and a host of friends. Graveside Services will be held on Saturday, March 16, 2002 at 11:30 a.m. at Fairview Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW, Albuquerque, 505-343-8008.
        Published on: Fri March 15, 2002

Herrera -- Tony Manuel Herrera, Jr., 57, a lifetime resident of Manzano, NM, passed away Friday, February 22, 2002. He was born to Antonio B. Herrera Sr. and Manuelita (Greigo) Herrera, April 11, 1944 in Mountainair, NM. He is survived by his mother, Manuelita Herrera of Manzano, NM; his son, Armando Herrera of Mountainair, NM; his daughters, Anna Daniella Herrera, Lucha Herrera, Mariaelena Herrera all of Mountainair, NM; his brothers, Augustine Herrera, Ignacio Herrera and his wife, Francis of Albuquerque, NM, Eddie Herrera, and his wife, Layola of Estancia, Arturo Herrera, Leroy Herrera; his sisters, Tillie Herrera-Brummell, Isabel Sanchez and her husband, Carlos of Albuquerque, Diana Apodaca and her husband, Mike of Highland, CA, Cecila Sanchez and her husband, Art E. of Bend, OR, Gloria Paez and her husband, Eppy; and his seven grandchildren, Dakoda Moorhead, Aasia Moorhead, Montana Moorhead, India Moorhead, Estevez Herrera, Estrella Herrera, Reyez Herrera. He was preceded in death by his father, Antonio B. Herrera Sr.; and his brotherm Robert Herrera. He was a member of the American Quarter Horse Association. He will be missed by those who knew and loved him. A Rosary will be recited on Monday, February 25, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. at the church. A Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, February 26, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. at Nuestra Senora de los Dolores in Manzano, NM with Father Florian Renaud, officiating. Burial will follow at Manzano Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Armando Herrera, Mariailena Herrera, Los Hermanos Herrera, Eppy Paez, Esequiel Quintana, Charles Sanchez, Anthony Herrera, Pat Brummell, Danny Brummell, Daniel Apodaca, Solis Herrera, Eddie Padilla, Rick Padilla, Ramal Moorhead. Honorary Pallbearers will be Dakoda J. Moorhead, Aasia Mariee Moorhead, Montana Rio Moorhead, India Simon Moorhead, Estevez Lee Herrera, Estrella Perea-Herrera, Reyez Cruz Herrera. Arrangements were entrusted to Harris-Hanlon Mortuary in Mountainair, NM.
        Published on: Tue February 26, 2002

Padilla -- Alfredo A. Padilla �Big Al�, 76, a resident of Bernalillo, NM for over forty years, the foundation and strength of our family, was called to be with our heavenly Father on Tuesday, February 19, 2002. Alfredo was born in Springer, NM to Alfredo and Adelina Padilla on July 15, 1925. He was the oldest of eight siblings. He was preceded in death by his parents; his youngest sister, Gloria Padilla; his youngest son, Ernie Padilla; and most recently his favorite brother, Ofelio Padilla, who passed away on February 6, 2002. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Elsie Chavez Padilla; three sons, Johnny and wife, Sylvia, Fred and wife, Nadine and Michael Padilla; his grandchildren, Jeff and fiancé, Isabel Flores, Chris, Steve and Diana Padilla; his great-grandchildren, Joshua, Marcus, Destiny, Chris and Shantell Padilla. He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Regina Padilla; sisters, Martha Andazola and husband, Simon, Margaret Ponce, Phyllis Duran and husband, Juan; brothers, Joseph Padilla and wife, Maureen and Robert Padilla and wife, Dora. Alfredo served his country in the United States Navy during WWII. He was employed by Plains Electric Generation & Transmission Co-Operative, Inc. for 43 years. He was a member of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Bernalillo, NM. He was also a member of the American Legion Post 69, the Bernalillo Volunteer Fire Department, Defined Fitness in Rio Rancho, Knights of Columbus, Meadowlark Senior Center and Fishing Club, Rio Rancho/Sandoval County Senior Olympics, Sandoval County Senior Center and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Al enjoyed playing pool and had a passion for fishing, especially on his boat with his brother, Ofelio. Al will be fondly remembered and sorely missed by all who had the chance to be a part of this great and wonderful man's life. The family extends its sincere thanks and appreciation to the Hematology-Oncology Associates, P.C., Presbyterian Hospital ACOP Services and the Presbyterian Hospice Program. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to Presbyterian Hospice, 8100 Constitution NE, Suite 120, Albuquerque, NM, 87110 (505-559-1122), in memory of Alfredo A. Padilla. A rosary will be recited at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Bernalillo, Friday, February 22, 2002, at 7:30 p.m. A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, February 23, 2002, at 10:00 a.m., also at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Sorrows Cemetery in Bernalillo. Pallbearers will be Jeff Padilla, Chris Padilla, Steve Padilla, Alfred Duran, Eric Padilla and Robert Duran. Honorary pallbearers will be his granddaughter, Diana Padilla and his great-grandchildren, Joshua, Marcus, Destiny, Chris and Shantell Padilla and special friends, Ronnie Serbin and Paul Rostro. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Fri February 22, 2002

Padilla -- Alfredo A. Padilla �Big Al�, 76, a resident of Bernalillo, NM for over forty years, the foundation and strength of our family, was called to be with our heavenly Father on Tuesday, February 19, 2002. Alfredo was born in Springer, NM to Alfredo and Adelina Padilla on July 15, 1925. He was the oldest of eight siblings. He was preceded in death by his parents; his youngest sister, Gloria Padilla; his youngest son, Ernie Padilla; and most recently his favorite brother, Ofelio Padilla, who passed away on February 6, 2002. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Elsie Chavez Padilla; three sons, Johnny and wife, Sylvia, Fred and wife, Nadine and Michael Padilla; his grandchildren, Jeff and fiancé, Isabel Flores, Chris, Steve and Diana Padilla; his great-grandchildren, Joshua, Marcus, Destiny, Chris and Shantell Padilla. He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Regina Padilla; sisters, Martha Andazola and husband, Simon, Margaret Ponce, Phyllis Duran and husband, Juan; brothers, Joseph Padilla and wife, Maureen and Robert Padilla and wife, Dora. Alfredo served his country in the United States Navy during WWII. He was employed by Plains Electric Generation & Transmission Co-Operative, Inc. for 43 years. He was a member of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Bernalillo, NM. He was also a member of the American Legion Post 69, the Bernalillo Volunteer Fire Department, Defined Fitness in Rio Rancho, Knights of Columbus, Meadowlark Senior Center and Fishing Club, Rio Rancho/Sandoval County Senior Olympics, Sandoval County Senior Center and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Al enjoyed playing pool and had a passion for fishing, especially on his boat with his brother, Ofelio. Al will be fondly remembered and sorely missed by all who had the chance to be a part of this great and wonderful man's life. The family extends its sincere thanks and appreciation to the Hematology-Oncology Associates, P.C., Presbyterian Hospital ACOP Services and the Presbyterian Hospice Program. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to Presbyterian Hospice, 8100 Constitution NE, Suite 120, Albuquerque, NM, 87110 (505-559-1122), in memory of Alfredo A. Padilla. A rosary will be recited at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Bernalillo, Friday, February 22, 2002, at 7:30 p.m. A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, February 23, 2002, at 10:00 a.m., also at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Sorrows Cemetery in Bernalillo. Pallbearers will be Jeff Padilla, Chris Padilla, Steve Padilla, Alfred Duran, Eric Padilla and Robert Duran. Honorary pallbearers will be his granddaughter, Diana Padilla and his great-grandchildren, Joshua, Marcus, Destiny, Chris and Shantell Padilla and special friends, Ronnie Serbin and Paul Rostro. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Thu February 21, 2002

Hernandez -- Mr. Tony M. Hernandez born in Dawson, New Mexico on May 4, 1920 went to his eternal home February 9, 2002 after a courageous battle with cancer. He passed away at the home of his daughter, Ms. Veronica Hernandez; and grandson, Vicente Hernandez in Avondale, Arizona. Tony served from 1942 to 1945 in the US Army, during WWII. He moved from Dawson to Albuquerque in 1958. Tony is survived by his daughters, Michelle Gillison and husband, Simon, Veronica Hernandez, Victoria Wolf, Isabel Rios, Dolores Blocher and husband, Syd; grandchildren, Renee, Priscilla, Simon J., Monica, Vicente, Lee, Valerie, Carla, Stephanie, and Syd Jr.; great grandchildren, Alyssa and one on the way; spouse, Elva Hernandez and her family; numerous other nieces, nephews, family and friends. Funeral Services will be held at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna NW. A Vigil Service will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, February 15, 2002. The Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 16, 2002. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery with military honors. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. Albuq. 505-343-8008
        Published on: Thu February 14, 2002

Funes -- Jose Funes, "Daddy, Tata, Compadre� Funes," 79, a longtime resident of Albuquerque was taken home to the Lord on Tuesday, January 29, 2002. He is survived by the love of his life, Maria �Chata� Funes, they were married for 58 years; children, Felix Funes and wife, Patsy, Michelle Gallegos and husband, Raymond, Maryann Baca, Tony Funes and wife, Alma, Julia Garcia and husband, Sam, Santiago Funes, Clara Dixon and husband, Jim, Theresa Gomez and husband, Ernie, Raymond Funes, Alice Brito, Angel Franco and husband, Louie, Eva Clark and husband, Mark and Monica Salazar and husband, Alex and Crystal Funes; 43 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; a brother-in-law, like a son, Armando"Chato" Ortiz. His extended family included nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews in his home country of Mexico. Jose was preceded in death by his parents, Felix & Angelita Funes; a son, Juan De La Cruz Funes; four brothers; one sister; and a grandson; Little Ray Gallegos. Jose was very proud of his hometown, he was born on March 28, 1922 in San Francisco del Rincon, Guanajuato. Tata will be remembered for his love and cariño that he showed to everyone. Like his patron saint, St. Joseph, he was also a carpenter and was a master at his trade. His carpentry work can be seen at St. Charles Borromeo Church and also the doors at Sacred Heart Church. "Daddy" left a huge impression on everyone he met and touched many lives. He will be greatly missed. Rosary will be recited, Friday, 7:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Church, 412 Stover Ave. SW. Friends may visit one hour prior to Rosary at the church. Funeral service will be held, Saturday, 10:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church with Deacon Tom Perez officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be Felitos Funes, Joey Gallegos, Louie Paul Baca, Julio Funes, Simon Garcia, Ernest Gomez, Carlos Martinez, Dominic Brito and Jeremy Clark. Honorary Pallbearer will be Andres Salazar. French Mortuary � Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW.
        Published on: Fri February 01, 2002

Funes -- Jose Funes, "Daddy, Tata, Compadre� Funes", 79, a longtime resident of Albuquerque was taken home to the Lord on Tuesday, January 29, 2002. He is survived by the love of his life, Maria �Chata� Funes, they were married for 58 years; children, Felix Funes and wife, Patsy, Michelle Gallegos and husband, Raymond, Maryann Baca, Tony Funes and wife, Alma, Julia Garcia and husband, Sam, Santiago Funes, Clara Dixon and husband, Jim, Theresa Gomez and husband, Ernie, Raymond Funes, Alice Brito, Angel Franco and husband, Louie, Eva Clark and husband, Mark and Monica Salazar and husband, Alex and Crystal Funes; 43 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; a brother-in-law, like a son, Armando �Chato� Ortiz. His extended family included nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews in his home country of Mexico. Jose was preceded in death by his parents, Felix & Angelita Funes; a son, Juan De La Cruz Funes; four brothers; one sister; and a grandson; Little Ray Gallegos. Tata will be remembered for his love and cariño that he showed to everyone. Like his patron saint, St. Joseph, he was also a carpenter and was a master at his trade. His carpentry work can be seen at St. Charles Borromeo Church and also the doors at Sacred Heart Church."Daddy" left a huge impression on everyone he met and touched many lives. He will be greatly missed. Rosary will be recited, Friday, 7:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Church, 412 Stover Ave. SW. Friends may visit one hour prior to Rosary at the church. Funeral service will be held, Saturday, 10:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church with Deacon Tom Perez officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be Felitos Funes, Joey Gallegos, Louie Paul Baca, Julio Funes, Simon Garcia, Ernest Gomez, Carlos Martinez, Dominic Brito and Jeremy Clark. French Mortuary � Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW.
        Published on: Thu January 31, 2002

Serrano -- Jose Luciano Serrano, age 90, passed away January 15, 2002 at the Guadalupe County Hospital in Santa Rosa in the arms of his loving family. Luciano was born September 11, 1911 in Santa Rosa, NM to the home of Simon and Petrita Chavez Serrano. He was reared and attended schools in Santa Rosa. He married Mary Martinez on April 21, 1933 in Santa Rosa. Luciano owned and operated the Coronado Courts in Santa Rosa for several years and was the Truck Line Freight Agent for Navajo and ICX for over 30 years. He was a resident of Albuquerque since 1986 and was a member of the Sangre De Cristo Catholic Church. Luciano loved his family, he was a loving husband, father, grandfather and brother and will truly be missed by all. He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Mary Serrano in 1990; his great-grandson, Michael Charles Anthony Campos in 1992; and his sister, Eslinda Sanchez in 1994. Survivors include his children, Eddie Serrano and wife, Camilla of Albuquerque, Mary Lou Sanchez and husband, Joe Robert of Las Vegas, NM, Marie Ozila Ortega and husband, Eric of Oxnard, CA, Loretta Campos and husband, Gilbert of Santa Rosa and Pamela McCue of Albuquerque; his grandchildren, Phillip Sanchez and wife, Martha, Marga Sanchez, Sean Ortega, Joshua Ortega,Diane Campos and husband, Henry Skinner, Tim Campos and wife, Juliet, Sharon Campos, Jennifer Tammaro and husband, Scott, Jose Serrano II, Simon Serrano, Miguel Serrano, Melissa McCue and husband Derek Mulner, Jeffrey McCue, Leah McCue; great-grandchildren, Jason Gonzalez and wife, Shelia, Erica Gonzalez, Timothy Campos, Alexandria Campos, Adam Tammaro, Sophia Skinner, Salome Skinner, Nathan Sanchez and Erin Sanchez; great-great-grandchild, Zachary. Also surviving are his sisters and brothers, Zulema Nichols and husband, Tom of Santa Rosa, Alice Romo, Adolph Serrano of Santa Rosa, Simon Serrano and wife, Pita of Albuquerque, Luis Serrano and wife, Dulce of Santa Rosa, Zolio Serrano and wife, Vicky of Albuquerque, Frank Serrano and wife Ofelia of Houston, Robert Serrano of Santa Rosa, Charles H. Serrano and wife, Angie of Santa Rosa. Rosary Services will be celebrated on Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. from St. Rose of Lima Church in Santa Rosa. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday morning at 10:00 a.m. also from St. Rose Church with Father Stephen Schultz officiating. Burial will follow on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. at Mt. Clavary Cemetery in Albuquerque. Serving as Pallbearers will be Joe Robert Sanchez, Phillip Sanchez, Gilbert Campos, Tim Campos, Sean Ortega, Joshua Ortega, Henry Skinner, Scott Tammaro, Jeffrey McCue, Derek Mulner, Jose Serrano, Simon Serrano, Miguel Serrano and Eric Ortega. All Services are entrusted to the Chavez Funeral Home, 923 South 3rd St. Santa Rosa, NM (505) 472-3369.
        Published on: Fri January 18, 2002

Gallegos -- Mrs. Agnes R. Gallegos died Monday, December 31, 2001 in Albuquerque at the age of 72. Mrs. Gallegos is survived by her husband, Jose S. Gallegos; son, Raymond Romero; sisters, Louisa R. Jones and Mela Castillo; sister-in-law, Mary Francis Chavez; grandchild, Julie Romero; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral Services for Mrs. Gallegos will be held on Friday at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 12:30 p.m. Pallbearers will be Benny Chavez, Little Richard, Rudy Martinez, Rudy Garcia, Eloy Whiting and Michael Chavez. Honorary pallbearers will be James Artuchla, Simon Chavez and Daniel Flores. A Rosary for Mrs. Gallegos will be recited on Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. at Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
        Published on: Thu January 03, 2002

Maestas -- Deacon Paul G. Maestas passed away October 23, 2001 after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born August 4, 1933 in Gilman, CO. He was a lifelong resident of New Mexico and a resident of Bernalillo for the last 20 years. He is survived by his loving wife, Emma; his children, Paul Simon Maestas, and wife, Debbie, Steven Maestas, his fiancé, Debbie Weh, Rebecca Maestas-Sanchez, and husband, Michael Sanchez; sister, Mae Roybal; brothers, John Maestas and wife, Nellie, Lee Maestas and wife, Belinda. His grandchildren are, Mateo, Emily, Andres, and Isaac Paul Sanchez, John-Paul and Maria-Elena Maestas. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Albuquerque in 1961. He served his country as a Marine stationed in Korea. He co-founded Mr. Tux Formal Wear in 1962 while coaching and teaching at St. Pius X High School. He later formed Paul Maestas & Associates Realty. In addition to his numerous business interests, he both farmed and ranched raising Register Angus and Llamas. He served as State Deputy of the Knights of Columbus and was a longtime member of council 4227 and the Lamy Corporation. In 1993, he was ordained as a Deacon for the Archdiocese of Santa Fe serving Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Bernalillo. He filled every waking moment of his life with positive activity. He devoted countless hours to the church and his community. His family was particularly proud of his service in the deaconate program. He touched many lives and made our community a better place to live. Services are as follows: Thursday, October 25, 2001 visitation at Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be held at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Bernalillo on Friday, October 26, 2001 beginning at 10:00 a.m. with the Divine Mercy Chaplet. Pallbearers will be Charles Maestas, Julius Duran, Leonard Duran, Henry Geissler, Leon Palmisano, and Isaac Martinez. Interment at Gate of Heaven Cemetery will follow. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to The Multiple Myeloma Foundation. Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors is entrusted to the care of Mr. Maestas.
        Published on: Fri October 26, 2001