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Garcia -- Sabino R. Garcia, 92, died Saturday, August 29, 1998, in Albuquerque. He was born June 14, 1906, in Buena Vista, NM to Sabino and Carlota Garcia. He is survived by daughters, Gloria and husband Bill, Emily Gonzales and husband, Max, Catherine"Katy" Salinas, and Edward P."Sonny" Garcia and wife, Shirley; two brothers, Tomas and Samuel; one sister, Floripa; 22 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren; and many nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 70 years, Roberta; three daughters, Dola Ana, Dora Mae, and Deanna Mary; brothers, Juan and Simon; sisters, Lena Pablita and Eufemia. Mr. Garcia was a boxer in his youth and was a life member of the International Brotherhood of Painters and Allied Trades. He was a gentle and kind man with a warm smile for all and a good sense of humor. The Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday in the Chapel of Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 9:00 a.m. Wednesday at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery with grandchildren Chris, Tim, Jimmy, Greg, James and Salvador serving as Pallbearers. Fitzgerald and Sons Funeral Directors in charge of arrangements.
        Published on: Mon August 31, 1998

Valdez -- IN LOVING MEMORY OF MY BELOVED SON LUCIANO CLIFFORD VALDEZ JR. Security Officer #205 Sandia Casino Security Dept. Born January 1, 1978 Died December 27,1997 FROM: Lorraine Gonzales-GuruleI would like to take this time to show special thanks to the staff of Sandia Casino. My son recently passed on to be with the Lord on the 27th day of December 1997. I was in need of help and support regarding the funeral and the burial of my son. Luciano was employed at the casino as a security officer. He had many friends such as officers, and coworkers, the secretaries, and the general manager among other employees from different departments. I contacted Richard Rojo, a close friend and a fellow officer, Myron Siddell, and Roberto Aragon, also friends and commanding officers of Lucianos's to help me with the arrangements for the funeral. They began with the officers that would be the pallbearers: Roberto Aragon, Richard Rojo, Myron Siddell, Daniel Roybal, Armando Graham, Shawn Lockey and Weldon Roberson. I requested that Lt. Myron Siddell arrange for Luciano to be buried in the uniform that was used by the Sandia Casino Security officers and he immediately abided with my wishes. The casino paid for and delivered a uniform to the Alameda Mortuary. Captain Armando Graham requested a months' mourning time for the entire Security Department as the officers shrouded their shields and wore purple ribbons to show respect for my son in his passing. Approximately 40 officers attended my son's funeral in uniform, this of course showed high respect for myself and my son. Armando Graham, Lonie Saiz, Tony Gilbert and George Delao helped me a great deal with the arrangements that had to be done as far as the funeral. I would also like to extend my thanks to Mr. Steve Simon the General Manager of the Casino and to Richard Jones, the Manager of the food and beverage department for donating food to my friends and family after the rosary and the funeral. I would like to thank all of the employees that donated some money to help cover the funeral expenses. Also Governor Alex Lujan and the Pueblo of Sandia for their help and support. I cannot forget the most important people that stood by my son and also by me when my son passed on: Angel Roybal, a very close friend of Luciano's and now of mine, Richard Rojo, Roberto Aragon, Deann Chaffee, Judy Garcia, Helen Archibeque, Georganna Romero, Irene Cox, Myron Siddell, Shawn Lockey, Albert Montano, Isaac Lovato and Lawrence Chavez as well as the rest of his close friends and coworkers from the casino. And his relatives. All of the people that were mentioned and also a lot of others who were not mentioned have helped me through all of this. I am very thankful and always will be. You all will be forever in my heart. Since my son passed on I have obtained employment at the casino and have been very happy and satisfied with the support the entire staff has showed me. Luciano considered you"his family" and now I do the same. I love and thank all of you from the bottom of my heart always. Sincerely, Lorraine Gonzales-Gurule of Cuba, New Mexico
        Published on: Sun August 30, 1998

Hodge -- Annie Lois Hodge (Mother Hodge) passed away at her home on Thursday, August 6, 1998. One of twelve children, she was born on November 8, 1922 in Henderson, Texas to Roy Madkins and Zillie Simon-Madkins. Mother Hodge married M.T. Hodge Sr. February 14, 1941. To this union, God granted thirteen children. She became a member of Joylight Church of God In Christ of Albuquerque, New Mexico in 1949. Mother Hodge moved to Hobbs, New Mexico in 1971 and was a member of the Pentecostal C.O.G.I.C. until 1978. She returned to Albuquerque and remained a member of Joylight until her home going. Mother Hodge's labors of love were numerous. She was a foster parent, volunteer for the needy, served as State Mission President C.O.G.I.C., was a pastors aide, a junior church mother, held an Evangelistic License, and was an AGGRESSIVE PRAYER WARRIOR. Missionary Hodge was preceded in death by her husband, M.T. Hodge Sr., her mother and father, eleven brothers and sisters, three sons, Alfred Basinger, Michael Hodge and Wilbert Hodge. Left to celebrate her home going are Louise Brown, Tulsa, Oklahoma, Janet Carmon, Austin, Texas, Jean Powdrell, Zillie Davis, and Dee Hodge, all of Albuquerque; Earnest Hodge of Hobbs, Lonnie, Robert, James, and Charles Hodge, all of Albuquerque; 32 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, God children,"CHOSEN" children, and special friends. Visitation will be held Sunday August 9th, in the Chapel at Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM from 2:30 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held Monday, August 10, 1998 2:00 p.m. at the Joy Light Church of God In Christ, 409 Santa Fe SE, Albuquerque, NM with Pastor Claude Bell officiating.
        Published on: Mon August 10, 1998

Hodge -- Annie Lois Hodge (Mother Hodge) passed away at her home on Thursday, August 6, 1998. One of twelve children, she was born on November 8, 1922 in Henderson, Texas to Roy Madkins and Zillie Simon-Madkins. Mother Hodge married M.T. Hodge Sr. February 14, 1941. To this union, God granted thirteen children. She became a member of Joylight Church of God In Christ of Albuquerque, New Mexico in 1949. Mother Hodge moved to Hobbs, New Mexico in 1971 and was a member of the Pentecostal C.O.G.I.C. until 1978. She returned to Albuquerque and remained a member of Joylight until her home going. Mother Hodge's labors of love were numerous. She was a foster parent, volunteer for the needy, served as State Mission President C.O.G.I.C., was a pastors aide, a junior church mother, held an Evangelistic License, and was an AGGRESSIVE PRAYER WARRIOR. Missionary Hodge was preceded in death by her husband, M.T. Hodge Sr., her mother and father, eleven brothers and sisters, three sons, Alfred Basinger, Michael Hodge and Wilbert Hodge. Left to celebrate her home going are Louise Brown, Tulsa, Oklahoma, Janet Carmon, Austin, Texas, Jean Powdrell, Zillie Davis, and Dee Hodge, all of Albuquerque; Earnest Hodge of Hobbs, Lonnie, Robert, James, and Charles Hodge, all of Albuquerque; 32 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, God children,"CHOSEN" children, and special friends. Visitation will be held Sunday August 9th, in the Chapel at Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM from 2:30 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held Monday, August 10, 1998 2:00 p.m. at the Joy Light Church of God In Christ, 409 Santa Fe SE, Albuquerque, NM with Pastor Claude Bell officiating.
        Published on: Sun August 09, 1998

Rodriguez -- Herman M. Rodriguez, age 39, of Santa Fe, died Wednesday, July 29, 1998. He was born April 7, 1959 to Joseph C. and Margaret T. Rodriguez. He was preceded in death by his brother, Noah Rodriguez. Herman was an active member of the Santa Fe community. He served as County Commissioner and on the Board of Santa Fe Cares and the Food Depot. He also volunteered at St. Elizabeth's Shelter and was very active with Leadership Santa Fe. He is survived by his parents; brothers, Patrick and wife, Karen, Simon and wife, Donna; sisters, Judith Shackleford and husband, Bryce, Bernadette Ault and husband, David, Angelica Sanford and husband, Arlan, Josetta Davis and husband, Brian; nieces, Tisa Rodriguez Sherman, Joan Rodriguez, Erin Rodriguez, Michelle Kegal and Monica Ault; nephews, Matthew Sanford, Eric Sanford, David Sanford, Simon Rodriguez, Patrick Rodriguez and Samuel Ault; along with numerous other relatives and friends. A Rosary will be recited on Thursday, 7:00 p.m., at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, with services on Friday, 1:00 p.m., at St. John's. Interment will follow at Rosario Cemetery.
        Published on: Wed August 05, 1998

Kaufman -- Ellen Harrison Kaufman, 54, passed away on July 14, 1998 in Gallup, NM, after a long battle with cancer. The part of her who was Hannah went with her. She was a graduate of New Rochelle (NY) High School and held the following degrees: BFA Tyler School of Art, Phila., PA, MA in English Literature (West Chester University, West Chester PA) & former student at the University of the Arts, and Academy of Fine Arts, Philadelphia, PA. Born in New York City, she was married to Simon Goldman in 1964 until his death in 1967. She married Jerold Kaufman in 1969. Her activities always included numerous community service commitments. Most recently, she hosted a classical music radio program in Gallup and served on the public radio station Board. Hers was a life of passion, growth, nurturing and deep commitment to her roles as wife, mother, homemaker and talented artist. Her creativity and depth gave her passion for art, classical music and opera and literature. All she did she did with energy and commitment. She will be dearly missed by her husband, Jerold; and her children, Christopher, his loving wife, Carolyn and daughter, Zoe (Hong Kong), Seth (Hartford, CT) and Hillary (Ft. Collins, CO); parents, Mina and Samuel Harrison (Albuquerque); and sister, Myrna Changar (NYC). Those of you who wish to remember her in your hearts need only look at the Pole Star to find a contact. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory will be gratefully accepted by Mazon, a Jewish Response to Hunger-12401 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 303, Los Angeles, CA 90025-1015 or Congregation Mishkan Shalom, c/o 8836 Crefeld St., Philadelphia, PA. Funeral services at Goldstein's, 6410 N. Broad St., Phila., PA, with Rabbi Brian Walt officiating. Burial to follow at Mt. Sharon Cemetery, Springfield, PA. Shiva will be at home of dear friends Bea and Norman Leopold, 233 Canterbury Drive, Wallingford, PA.
        Published on: Thu July 16, 1998

Lucero -- Jose Augustine"Auggie" Lucero, 24, passed away unexpectedly on July 4, 1998. He is survived by his daughter, Christina, who was the love of his life; girlfriend, Paula Saiz; father, Jesus M. Lucero Jr.; step-mother, Cynthia Lucero of the family home; mother, Patsy Lucero; and grandmother, Hermancita Lerma of Albuquerque; sisters, Grace Vallejos and husband, Toby of Farmington, Michelle Apodaca of Grants, Maria and Flor Lucero of Albuquerque; brothers, Pedro, Jesus M. III, Emilio, Martin, Juan, Simon, Julio Lucero, all of Albuquerque."Auggie" is also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins and special family friends. Funeral services will be this afternoon at 1:00 p.m. also at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church with interment to follow at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers are his brothers, Pete, Jesus, Emilio, Martin, Juan, Simon and Julio Lucero, who will lovingly carry"Auggie" to his final resting place. Honorary pallbearers will be Raymond Garcia, Diego, Patrick, Fransisco, Ray and Dennis Lucero. Services are entrusted to the Alameda Mortuary, Gary F. Santillanes FSP.
        Published on: Wed July 08, 1998

Romero -- Donato R. Romero, age 98, passed away July 6, 1998 at his home in Santa Rosa, following an illness. Donato was born March 13, 1900 in Colonias, New Mexico to the home of Adelaido and Florencia Romero. He was reared and attended schools in Colonias. Donato worked as a cowboy, as an auditor for the State of New Mexico, and was self-employed as a plumber. He was a lifelong member of St. Rose of Lima Parish. Donato was also a member of the Democratic Party and actively involved in politics. He served as board member for the Santa Rosa Consolidated Schools, Guadalupe Chairman, and Mayor of the City of Santa Rosa. He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Petrita U. Romero in 1956; and a son, Don J. Romero in 1994. Survivors include his wife, Rosalia Romero of the family home in Santa Rosa; five daughters, Pita Serrano and husband, Simon, Helen R. Padilla and husband, Frank, all of Albuquerque, Florence Lucero and husband, Laute of Santa Rosa, Patsy Campos and husband, Judge Santiago Campos of Santa Fe and Ramona B. Aguirre and husband, Manuel of Albuquerque. Also surviving is one sister, Rose Baca of Albuquerque; two brothers, Frank Romero of Oregon and Adelaido Sanchez of Albuquerque; 19 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren; and great-great-grandchildren. Rosary services will be held on Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. from the St. Rose of Lima Church in Santa Rosa. Mass of Christian burial will be held on Thursday morning also from St. Rose of Lima Church at 10:00 a.m. with Father Sotero A. Sena officiating. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be his grandchildren. All services are entrusted to the Chavez Funeral Home, 923 South 3rd St., Santa Rosa, NM, (505) 472-3369.
        Published on: Wed July 08, 1998

Lucero -- Jose Augustine"Auggie" Lucero, 24, passed away unexpectedly on July 4, 1998. He is survived by his daughter, Christina, who was the love of his life; girlfriend, Paula Saiz; father, Jesus M. Lucero Jr.; step-mother, Cynthia Lucero of the family home; mother, Patsy Lucero; and grandmother, Hermancita Lerma of Albuquerque; sisters, Grace Vallejos and husband, Toby of Farmington, Michelle Apodaca of Grants, Maria and Flor Lucero of Albuquerque; brothers, Pedro, Jesus M. III, Emilio, Martin, Juan, Simon, Julio Lucero, all of Albuquerque."Auggie" is also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins and special family friends. Rosary services will be this evening, 7:00 p.m., at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church in Alameda and funeral service will be on Wednesday, July 7, 1:00 p.m., also at the church with interment at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be his brothers, Pete, Jesus, Emilio, Martin, Juan, Simon and Julio Lucero, who will lovingly carry"Auggie" to his final resting place. Honorary pallbearers will be Raymond Garcia, Diego, Patrick, Fransisco, Ray and Dennis Lucero. Services are entrusted to the Alameda Mortuary, Gary F. Santillanes FSP.
        Published on: Tue July 07, 1998

Jaramillo -- Edwin T. Jaramillo, 37, of Albuquerque died suddenly on Friday, July 3, 1998. He is survived by his parents, Simon and Josie Jaramillo; twin sons, Isaac and Isaiah Jaramillo; brother, David Jaramillo and wife Judy; sisters Sarah Jaramillo and Carol Jaramillo, all of Albuquerque. Also many uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, and cousins. He was employed by Jewel Osco, working his way up to manager. Graduated from Rio Grande High School in 1979. He excelled in sports and enjoyed customizing cars and trucks, riding his Harley and playing golf. He loved spending quality time with his twins. Isaac and Isaiah teaching the the importance of maintaining a strong mind, body and character. Above all-love for God. Pallbearers will be Carol Jaramillo, Joe Lucero, Andrew Cordova, David Jaramillo, Tracey Jiron and Jesus Mata. Edwin"Eddy" Jaramillo's family gratefully thanks the many relatives and friends for their love and support. Viewing will be from 9:00 A.M. until 12:00 P.M. on Tuesday, July 7, at Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Blvd. SW, burial will follow.
        Published on: Mon July 06, 1998