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Padilla -- Maria B. Padilla went home to our Lord God on Saturday, January 13, 2001. She was born on August 19, 1912 in Jarales, NM. Maria was a member of Our Lady Of Belen Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her great-grandchildren, Charles and Angela Humphrey; three sisters, Adela Padilla, Gregorita Castillo, and Urcisinia Marquez, all of Jarales; and five brothers, Manford, Macedonio, Horacio, Joe, and Jacob Padilla. She is survived by one loving daughter, Gloria P. Gallegos of Belen; seven grandsons, Michael Padilla and his wife, Tina; Joseph Padilla and his wife, Lois; Robert Padilla and his wife, Angela; Randy Padilla and his wife, Christine; Abran Gallegos III and his wife, Michelle; Patrick Gallegos; Simon Gallegos and his wife, Nancy; one granddaughter, Beverly Padilla from Barstow, CA; and 23 great-grandchildren. Maria is also survived by her many loving nieces, nephews, and one sister-in-law, Annie Padilla of Jarales. A Viewing will be held on Tuesday, 5:00 p.m. at Romero Funeral Home followed by a Rosary at 6:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, 1:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church with Father Louis Lambert, S.J. of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church of Albuquerque officiating with alter servers being her great-grandchildren, Joseph and Brandi Padilla. Interment will follow in the Parish Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Angela, Matthew, Michael, Joseph, Robert, and Randy Padilla, Abran III and Simon Gallegos. Honary Pallbearers will be Patrick Gallegos, and all of Maria's nieces and nephews including Ivan Vigil and Robert Lee Baca. Romero Funeral Home, Belen, NM.
        Published on: Tue January 16, 2001

Goldman -- A gentle warrior fought his last battle on January 8, 2001. Simon Goldman died peacefully after a long and valiant fight against a myriad of illness that never managed to fell his indomitable spirit and his love for his devoted family. He was surrounded by family members and friends, and to the very end he exhibited the selfless courage and resilient spirit he had shown every single day of his 88 years of life. He was a role model to everyone as he lived a truly moral life, always giving his very best and bringing out the best in each person with whom he came into contact. His never-ending optimism and positive, enriching perspective on life was legendary. Si, the youngest of seven children, was born in Russia in 1912 and came to the USA in 1920 to live in Denver, Colorado. He met and married the love of his life, Becky, and moved to Albuquerque in 1940 and established Simon's Western Wear and Uniform Store, an institution that manifested his warm, open and constantly giving nature. It was much more than a successful department store: Simon's was a community gathering place where customers came not just to purchase goods, but came because Si Goldman, himself, was there. Everyone who knew Simon-family, friends and even strangers- came away enriched by his compassion, kindness and glowing respect for humanity. A great athlete himself, he loved sponsoring teams and youth groups throughout his life. There was immense strength in his gentleness and kindness. His spirit moved and touched everyone. Si, known affectionately as"Zeda" by all his family, was a man who gave his love unconditionally. He was the epitome of a"mensch," a humble man with an ever-present sense of humor. He gave fully of himself to the Jewish community as well as to the community at large. He and Becky were among the founding families of Congregation B'nai Israel where he served as President and Chairman of various committees. He was given numerous awards for his philanthropy and caring. Among his many accolades were being honored by the National Conference of Christians and Jews, his appointment to serve on the Albuquerque Fair Housing Commission and being honored by the State of Israel Bonds Committee. He was also President of the AKAC Tennis Club whose members will sorely miss him. But Zeda was not your ordinary philanthropist as his style of giving was always quiet and done with extraordinary attention to preserving the self-respect and dignity of those to whom he gave. His life expressed the values of his faith and his generosity of spirit knew no bounds. Simon will always be revered by his family. He is survived by and will always be cherished by his wife of 61 years, Rebecca Goldman, and his children: Joan and Sam Ginsburg, Barbara Goldman, Margaret and Martin Goldman and Steve Goldman. His always treasured grandchildren are Adam Ginsburg, Karen Ginsburg, Sarony Young and Uri Gross, Cody Young, Michael and Susan Goldman, Danielle Goldman and Lisa Goldman, and his great grandbaby, Edenne Young Gross. Farewell, sweet and humble Zeda. Your entire life beautifully expressed the deep values of your faith. There will never be another you and your legacy will live forever. Services, officiated by Rabbi Isaac Celnik and Cantor Josh Perlman, will be held at Congregation B'nai Israel on Wednesday, January 10, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial services will be held at the family home on Wednesday and Thursday evenings at 7:00 p.m. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Congregation B'nai Israel, 4401 Indian School NE, 87110. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE, is in charge of his arrangements.
        Published on: Wed January 10, 2001

Goldman -- A gentle warrior fought his last battle on January 8, 2001. Simon Goldman died peacefully after a long and valiant fight against a myriad of illness that never managed to fell his indomitable spirit and his love for his devoted family. He was surrounded by family members and friends, and to the very end he exhibited the selfless courage and resilient spirit he had shown every single day of his 88 years of life. He was a role model to everyone as he lived a truly moral life, always giving his very best and bringing out the best in each person with whom he came into contact. His never-ending optimism and positive, enriching perspective on life was legendary. Si, the youngest of seven children, was born in Russia in 1912 and came to the USA in 1920 to live in Denver, Colorado. He met and married the love of his life, Becky, and moved to Albuquerque in 1940 and established Simon's Western Wear and Uniform Store, an institution that manifested his warm, open and constantly giving nature. It was much more than a successful department store: Simon's was a community gathering place where customers came not just to purchase goods, but came because Si Goldman, himself, was there. Everyone who knew Simon-family, friends and even strangers- came away enriched by his compassion, kindness and glowing respect for humanity. A great athlete himself, he loved sponsoring teams and youth groups throughout his life. There was immense strength in his gentleness and kindness. His spirit moved and touched everyone. Si, known affectionately as "Zeda" by all his family, was a man who gave his love unconditionally. He was the epitome of a"mensch," a humble man with an ever-present sense of humor. He gave fully of himself to the Jewish community as well as to the community at large. He and Becky were among the founding families of Congregation B'nai Israel where he served as President and Chairman of various committees. He was given numerous awards for his philanthropy and caring. Among his many accolades were being honored by the National Conference of Christians and Jews, his appointment to serve on the Albuquerque Fair Housing Commission and being honored by the State of Israel Bonds Committee. He was also President of the AKAC Tennis Club whose members will sorely miss him. But Zeda was not your ordinary philanthropist as his style of giving was always quiet and done with extraordinary attention to preserving the self-respect and dignity of those to whom he gave. His life expressed the values of his faith and his generosity of spirit knew no bounds. Simon will always be revered by his family. He is survived by and will always be cherished by his wife of 61 years, Rebecca Goldman, and his children: Joan and Sam Ginsburg, Barbara Goldman, Margaret and Martin Goldman and Steve Goldman. His always treasured grandchildren are Adam Ginsburg, Karen Ginsburg, Sarony Young and Uri Gross, Cody Young, Michael and Susan Goldman, Danielle Goldman and Lisa Goldman, and his great grandbaby, Edenne Young Gross. Farewell, sweet and humble Zeda. Your entire life beautifully expressed the deep values of your faith. There will never be another you and your legacy will live forever. Services, officiated by Rabbi Isaac Celnik and Cantor Josh Perlman, will be held at Congregation B'nai Israel on Wednesday, January 10, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial services will be held at the family home on Wednesday and Thursday evenings at 7:00 p.m. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Congregation B'nai Israel, 4401 Indian School NE, 87110. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE, is in charge of his arrangements.
        Published on: Tue January 09, 2001

Carman -- William N. Carman, 81, an Albuquerque resident since 1971, died Monday, January 1, 2001. He is survived by his wife, Nellie Carman of Albuquerque; son, Pastor Rob Carman and wife, Ginger of Albuquerque; daughter, Janet L Reedy and husband, Bob of Sonora, CA; step son, Simon Armijo of Albuquerque; step daughter, Maree Armijo, of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Andrew, Aimee, Santina, Justin and Sonrisa; great-grandchildren, Cheyenne and Adrian. Mr. Carman was a US Army Veteran of WWII and was a Pearl Harbor survivor. he was a member of of the Believers Center and was active in the Christian community. Mr. Carman was an avid writer and had written over 80 books. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, January 5, 2001 at Victory Love Fellowship, 7201 Central Ave. NW with Pastor Rob Carman, Pastor Jim Lloyd and Pastor Don Gordon, officiating. Pallbearers will include Jim Lloyd, Jim Kane, Andrew Carman, Don Gordon, Dan Fleetwood and Joe Carrejo. Private interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Victory Love Fellowship for World Missions, 7201 Central Ave. NW Albuquerque, NM 87121. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Thu January 04, 2001

Carman -- William N. Carman, 81, an Albuquerque resident since 1971, died Monday, January 1, 2001. He is survived by his wife, Nellie Carman of Albuquerque; son, Pastor Rob Carman and wife, Ginger of Albuquerque; daughter, Janet L Reedy and husband, Bob of Sonora, CA; step son, Simon Armijo of Albuquerque; step daughter, Maree Armijo, of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Andrew, Aimee, Santina, Justin and Sonrisa; great-grandchildren, Cheyenne and Adrian. Mr. Carman was a US Army Veteran of WWII and was a Pearl Harbor survivor. he was a member of of the Believers Center and was active in the Christian community. Mr. Carman was an avid writer and had written over 80 books. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, January 5, 2001 at Victory Love Fellowship, 7201 Central Ave. NW with Pastor Rob Carman, Pastor Jim Lloyd and Pastor Don Gordon, officiating. Pallbearers will include Jim Lloyd, Jim Kane, Andrew Carman, Don Gordon, Dan Fleetwood and Joe Carrejo. Private interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Victory Love Fellowship for World Missions, 7201 Central Ave. NW Albuquerque, NM 87121. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Wed January 03, 2001

Padilla -- Emma Padilla, 83, beloved mother and grandmother was called home to be with the Lord, Wednesday, November 15, 2000. Mrs. Padilla was born in Grants, NM to the late Jose Fermin and Ramona Garcia and was a resident of Albuquerque. She was the owner and operator of the Mayflower Beauty Salon. She was preceded in death by her husband, Manuel Padilla. Mrs. Padilla is survived by loving children, Cecil Padilla and wife, Pauline and Judith Herrera; six grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by her loving family. Visitations will be today from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the chapel of Garcia Mortuary. A rosary will be recited this evening at 7:00 p.m. at the Church of The Ascension, 2150 Raymac Rd., S.W. Final viewing will be Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 9:55 a.m. at the church, followed by the Mass of Christian burial which will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m., with Fr. Edmund Savilla as celebrant. Interment will follow at Los Padilla's Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Simon Padilla, Ben Padilla, Eric Padilla, Dominic Herrera, Chris Herrera and Ramona Montoya. For floral assistance, please call 243-5222. Funeral services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave., S.W.
        Published on: Thu November 16, 2000

Martinez -- Julia Andazola Martinez, 92, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and sister was called home to be with the Lord, Tuesday, November 7, 2000 while surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Martinez came from a family which were early pioneers to settle in Dawson, NM. She was a resident of Albuquerque and a parishioner of St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Church. She is survived by her loving husband of 67 years, Bernardino Martinez of the family home; two sons, Henry Reza and wife, Mary Frances, Rudy Martinez and wife, Mary both of Albuquerque; 12 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren; also surviving are one brother, Simon Andazola and wife, Martha of Albuquerque; three sisters, Lupe Grano, Beatrice McSweeney, Mary McDaniel; and several nieces and nephews. She will be greatly missed by her loving family. Visitations will be today from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Garcia Mortuary, where a Wake Service will be conducted at 7:00 p.m. this evening. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Friday at 10:00 a.m. at St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Church, with Fr. John Plans as celebrant. Graveside services will be conducted Saturday morning at 10:00 a.m. at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Albert Martinez, Dino Martinez, Leroy Martinez, Patrick Reza, Vernon Reza and Rose Marie Reza. Funeral Services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave., S.W.
        Published on: Thu November 09, 2000

Martinez -- Julia Andazola Martinez, 92, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and sister was called home to be with the Lord, Tuesday, November 7, 2000 while surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Martinez came from a family which were early pioneers to settle in Dawson, NM. She was a resident of Albuquerque and a parishioner of St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Church. She is survived by her loving husband of 67 years, Bernardino Martinez of the family home; two sons, Henry Reza and wife, Mary Frances, Rudy Martinez and wife, Mary both of Albuquerque; 12 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren; also surviving are one brother, Simon Andazola and wife, Martha of Albuquerque; three sisters, Lupe Grano, Beatrice McSweeney, Mary McDaniel; and several nieces and nephews. She will be greatly missed by her loving family. Visitations will be Thursday from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the chapel of Garcia Mortuary, where a Wake Service will be conducted at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Friday at 10:00 a.m. at St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Church. Graveside services will be conducted Saturday morning at 10:00 a.m. at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Albert Martinez, Dino Martinez, Leroy Martinez, Patrick Reza, Veron Reza and Rose Marie Reza. Funeral Services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave., S.W.
        Published on: Wed November 08, 2000

Rossbach -- Jessie Bea Penn Rossbach was born February 22, 1956 in Raton, NM. and passed away October 31, 2000 at her home in Placitas. She was a wonderful wife, devoted mother, a humble friend, and a dedicated professional. Jessie was a soils scientist, having graduated from Purdue University where she met her husband, Fred. She was preceded in death by her father, Jesse Baber"Babe" Penn, and is survived by her husband, Fred; daughter, Hallie, 15; and son, Jesse, 11, all of the family home in Placitas; mother, Rhoda Louise Burkett Penn of Albuquerque; brother, Carton Penn of San Simon, AZ; sister, Malinda Baker of Guinda, CA. A memorial celebration will be held in Placitas, NM. at the Community Center, NM Highway 165 to mile marker 6.7, turn left on Camino de Las Huertas Road and travel 0.4 of a mile, on Sunday, November 5, 2000. The ceremony starts at 11:00 a.m. with arrival recommended at 10:30 a.m. Please bring a story or a small remembrance. A lunch will follow at 12:30 p.m. She was a loving, giving person and battled her illness for two years. Jessie's body will be cremated. Think of her when you see Mount Blanca. She will be missed. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas Blvd. NE, Albuq, NM. 87110. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW Albuquerque. 505-343-8008.
        Published on: Sat November 04, 2000

Griego -- Morris J. Griego, 33, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on October 16, 2000, peacefully at home in the arms of his loving family. Morris was the beloved son of Joe and Lisa Griego; he is also survived by his brothers and sisters, Ramon Griego, Veronica Gonzales and husband, Alfred, Yvonne Griego, Gina Griego, Eric Griego and girlfriend, Lynette, Juana Hernandez and Delilah Chavez; seven nieces; five nephews; and his God-son, Gabriel Griego. Morris was a member of the Catholic Church. A Visitiaion will take place Wednesday afternoon in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. A Rosary will be recited Wednesday evening, 7:00 p.m., at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna NW, with visitation after 6:30 p.m. Gabriella Nieto reciting. Mass of christian burial will be celebrated Thursday morning, 9:00 a.m., at Holy Rosary Church with final viewing at the church after 8:30 a.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ramon Griego, Eric Griego, Ray Griego Jr., Gabriel Griego, Simon Griego and Alfred Gonzales. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements.
        Published on: Wed October 18, 2000