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CHAVEZ -- JOHNNY R. age 56, born May 16, 1955, passed away on Sunday, March 18, 2012 in Albuquerque, NM. All services will be held at Riverside Funeral Home of Albuquerque. A visitation was held on Thursday, March 22, 2012 at 6:00 PM, followed by recitation of the Rosary at 7:00 PM. A viewing will be held on Friday, March 23, 2012 at 10:00 AM also at Riverside Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be celebrated 11:00 AM. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery, Albuquerque, NM. Please visit Johnny's online guest register at: www.riversidefunerals.com Riverside Funeral Home 505-764-9663
        Published on: Fri March 23, 2012

CHAVEZ -- JOHNNY RAUL Age 56, passed away on Sunday March 18, 2012. He was born on May 16, 1955 in Mountainair, NM and raised in Manzano, NM. He served his country proudly in the US Army from 1977 to 1981 and was honorably discharged as an NCO. He was preceded in death by his parents, Julio and Irene Chavez, and brothers Albert and Patrick. He is survived by his wife Yvonne; children Alex, Candy, Crystela, Irene, and Uniqueca; and grandchildren. He is also survived by his brothers Eddie, Victor and wife Linda; sisters Julia Chavez, Belinda Peralta and husband Donald, and Marlene Gomez; as well as many nephews and nieces. Johnny brought joy to every life he touched and he will be greatly missed but we must all remember that he celebrated life every day and he expects us to celebrate daily in his honor. Viewing will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, March 23, 2012 followed by services at 11:00 a.m. at Riverside Funeral Home, 225 San Mateo NE Interment at Fairview Memorial Park at 1:00 pm.
        Published on: Fri March 23, 2012

APODACA -- PAUL "PABLO" May 31, 1921 - March 18, 1997 As we remember and honor you, we are flooded with great memories of your humor, stories, compassion and love for your family. We think of you every day and live our lives in pride and gratitude to you! Say "Hello" and give a big hug to Mom, Connie, and Johnny! From your family and the many others who love and miss you very much, Marleen, Adeline, Anna Mae and Cael
        Published on: Sun March 18, 2012

MARTINEZ -- KATHERINE JANET "KATHY" Age 40, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on March 7, 2012, surrounded by her family. Kathy is survived by her former husband, Mark, who had a special place in her heart; her brothers, Robert Martinez, Johnny Martinez and wife, Stephanie, Martin Martinez and wife, Debra, and Gary Martinez; nieces and nephews, Denise Erickson and husband, Matt, Lorraine Baca and husband, Ronnie, Adrienne Martinez, Joseph Martinez and Robert Martinez. Visitation will be Tuesday, March 13, 2012 from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, 9502 4th Street NW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at the Church at 9:00 a.m. Interment of cremains will follow Mass at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Please visit www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com to sign the online guestbook. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
        Published on: Tue March 13, 2012

MARTINEZ -- KATHERINE JANET "KATHY" Age 40, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on March 7, 2012, surrounded by her family. Kathy is survived by her former husband, Mark, who had a special place in her heart; her brothers, Robert Martinez, Johnny Martinez and wife, Stephanie, Martin Martinez and wife, Debra, and Gary Martinez; nieces and nephews, Denise Erickson and husband, Matt, Lorraine Baca and husband, Ronnie, Adrienne Martinez, Joseph Martinez and Robert Martinez. Visitation will be Tuesday, March 13, 2012 from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, 9502 4th Street NW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at the Church at 9:00 a.m. Interment of cremains will follow Mass at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Please visit www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com to sign the online guestbook. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
        Published on: Mon March 12, 2012

AVILA -- LENA M. 92, long time resident of Los Ranchos, NM, went to be with Jesus on Tuesday March 6th, 2012. She was preceded in death by her husband Dave Avila, both owners of Westside Drug on Central and Rio Grande. She is survived by her children, Lucy E. Gray (daughter) of Los Ranchos, NM, Mike Avila (son) and his wife Regina of Sandia Park, NM, David Avila Jr. (son) of Bernalillo, NM, Robert Avila (son) of Albuquerque, NM. Grandchildren Darrell Evans and his wife Shelley, Heather Evans-Sanders and her husband Chris, Laura Avila George and her husband Mark ,Carin Avila-Darr, Marc Veatch and his wife Cindi Jodi Avila Martinez and her husband Johnny, Rutyana Avila, Nick Avila, Alexandra Avila, Keegan Avila. She was preceded in death by her Great Grandson Michael George. Great-Grandchildren, Ashley George, Jade Evans, Nicole Padilla, Sophia Sanders, Ariana Rael, Isabella Martinez, Elias Avila, Ezra Avila, Jordan Avila, and Samantha Veatch. Lena loved spending time with her family; especially her grandchildren, which she had a hand in raising most of them. Her passion was China Painting, which she was a member of the Porcelain Art Club of Albuquerque and the NM State Federation of Porcelain Artists. She taught Porcelain China Painting at Highland Senior Center and in her own personal studio for several years and has won numerous awards for her work. She worked for Heritage Home Health Care as an aide and Companion for the past 10 years. She had an amazing sense of humor and an infectious laugh. She loved to sew, cook and made the best "Empanadas" in the Southwest. She was an avid card player with her life long friends. A rosary will be held on Monday, March 12, 2012 at 7:00pm at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church located at the corner of Alameda & 4th St., 9502 4th Street NW. A mass will be held Tuesday, March 13, 2012 at 9:00am (at the same church) with a reception to follow. Interment follows for family members at Santa Fe National Cemetery. "Grandma always made you feel like she had been waiting to see you all day". Please visit our online guest book for Lena at www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
        Published on: Sun March 11, 2012

MARTINEZ -- KATHERINE JANET "KATHY" Age 40, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on March 7, 2012, surrounded by her family. Kathy is survived by her former husband, Mark, who had a special place in her heart; her brothers, Robert Martinez, Johnny Martinez and wife, Stephanie, Martin Martinez and wife, Debra, and Gary Martinez; nieces and nephews, Denise Erickson and husband, Matt, Lorraine Baca and husband, Ronnie, Adrienne Martinez, Joseph Martinez and Robert Martinez. Visitation will be Tuesday, March 13, 2012 from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, 9502 4th Street NW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at the Church at 9:00 a.m. Interment of cremains will follow Mass at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Please visit www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com to sign the online guestbook. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
        Published on: Sun March 11, 2012

PIERCE -- ORVAL JOE Born December 7th, 1947. Deceased March 6th, 2012 of natural causes. Born to Alma Mae Nicholson and John Orval Pierce in Salem, Il. He attended elemetary school in Ft. Morgan, Moreno and Sterling, CO and moved to Farmington, NM in 1958. He attended middle school in Kirtland, NM and high school in McLeansboro, Il and Farmington, NM. Played little leage baseball in Farmington, NM and high school football in McLeansboro, Il. Joe joined the United States Army at age 17 in 1965 and served in Vietnam where he earned 2 Purple Hearts. Honorably discharged in 1967. In 1973, Joe married Paula Jahleel Price in Pecos, TX. Joe was a Life Member of Veterans of Foreign Wars. He was preceded in death by his father, John Orval Pierce, brother Johnny Bill and grandson Mathew Daniel Pierce. Joe is survived by his wife, Paula; mother, Alma Mae Pierce; brother, Dennis Pierce; and sister Janice Pierce Easley (Guy); son Gary Pierce (Julie); daughters Janice Adaway (Tommy), and Jody Knox (partner Jeff Yanes); grandchildren Shannon Knox, Thomas Pierce, Austin Knox, Nicholas Pierce, Whisper Adaway, Sara Pierce, Stoney Adaway, Iziah Yanes, Alex Adaway, Jenna Pliner, Taylor Jaramillo, Ryan Evans, Benjamin Evans and Cameron Evans. He also leaves behind numerous nephews, cousins and extended family and friends. Joe enjoyed spending time with his family and grandchildren very much. His wonderful sense of humor will dearly missed by all who knew him. A memorial service will be held on Monday, March 12, at 12:00 pm at the Town of Bernalillo Recreation Center, 370 Rotary Park Rd., Bernalillo, NM. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the Wounded Warrior Fund or the charity of your choice.
        Published on: Sun March 11, 2012

RAMIREZ -- MERCY USAF, RET. MSGT. Age 83, joined his beloved wife, Emily on Tuesday, March 6, 2012. He is survived by his sister, Lucy Goodrich of Trinidad, CO; grandsons, Ben Ramirez and wife, Sonia and Eric Mafnas and wife, Erica; granddaughters, Sandra Eustice and husband, Doug and Alicia Milavec and husband Logan; son-in-law, Johnny Mafnas; nine great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; his dear friends, Margaret and John Gonzales; and many other friends and relatives. Mercy was preceded in death by his loving wife, Emily; daughter, Mary Ann Mafnas; and son, Paul Ramirez. Mercy served honorably in the USAF for 27 years and was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Rosary will be recited on Monday, March 12, 2012 at 6:00 pm, at French-Lomas Chapel, with visitation one hour prior from 5:00-6:00 p.m. Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, March 13, 2012, at 9:00 a.m. at The Shrine of St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Rd NE. Interment will take place following the Mass at 12:45 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Mercy at www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd NE 505-275-3500
        Published on: Sun March 11, 2012

SKLARIS -- BRON WALTER 09-28-1923 - 02-27-2012 Was born in Bucinciske Alytus Lithuania and arrived in the United States onboard the SS General Taylor, sponsored by June McIntyre of Philadelphia, PA on 12-11-1949 and established his residence in Pennsylvania, where he remained until he and his deceased wife, Zita Sklaris, moved in with his step-son, John P. Zilius and his wife, Lillian P. Zilius in 1984 to help raise his wonderful grandchildren, Ann-Lea (Annie) Zilius and John (Johnny) P. Zilius, Jr. Bron, otherwise known as Grandpa, was heard saying many times over the years that Annie and Johnny were the delight of his life and that being able to contribute to their upbringing was the joy of his life. Grandpa couldn't have been more proud of his grandchildren. He took pride in their many accomplishments and was grateful that he had the opportunity to meet Johnny's bride, Marie Newsom Zilius and to see Johnny return from his military tour of duty overseas. Grandpa was lonely for his bride, who preceded him in death by eight years. Although his family grieves for Grandpa they are thankful that he passed doing something that he truly enjoyed, reading the paper, without any prolonged suffering. A memorial service will be held early summer 2012.
        Published on: Sun March 11, 2012