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LETTERIS, WILLIAM RICHARD William "Bill" R. Letteris, 68 of Albuquerque, passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2015. He was born on October 29, 1946 in Stamford, CT to William and Jewell (Selleck) Letteris. He graduated from Cheshire High School in 1964 and later graduated from the College of Santa Fe in 1968. He served in the United State Air Force and met Toni Bianchetti in 1980 and they were married on September 2, 2000 in Albuquerque. He worked as a Floral and Produce Broker for Nurseryman's Exchange. He played semi-pro hockey and enjoyed playing baseball, golf, and racquetball, and enjoyed riding his Harley motorcycles. Bill attended Sagebrush Community Church in Albuquerque and was known for his witty comebacks and repartee. He was a wonderful man with a gentle heart and an extraordinary zest for life. Bill is survived by his wife Toni; daughter Dawn Bianchetti, and granddaughter Kassandra Cleto; son Steve Bianchetti and Steve's sons, Jason, Justin and Jacob Bianchetti - all of Albuquerque. He is also survived by his sister Alaine Dorothea Daly; his niece Moira Daly and nephew Ben Daly and his beloved Maltese, Bella. He was preceded in death by his parents. Memorial services will be held at 9:00 a.m. Saturday, March 14, 2015 in the Multipurpose Building at Sagebrush Community Church, 6440 Coors Blvd. NW, Albuquerque (87120) (922-9200). Please visit our online guestbook for Bill at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
Published on: Sun March 08, 2015
WAGG, JEFFERY LAWRENCE a long-time resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on March 2, 2015 in Sedona, AZ. He was born in Lovington, NM on September 30, 1962 to Doris Kirby Wagg and the Rev. Evarts Judson Wagg. He moved to Albuquerque in 1964 along with his three older brothers. His father was a minister at St. Marks on-the-Mesa Episcopal Church. He graduated from Sandia High School in 1980 and he attended the University of New Mexico where he received his Bachelor's degree in Business Administration. Jeff was married to Doris Ehrler in 1995 and they resided in Switzerland, Hawaii and eventually moved to Sedona, AZ where he lived for the last 14 years. Jeff was a tour guide for "The Big Pink Jeep Company" and thoroughly enjoyed the outdoors. Jeff was passionate about sports and was an accomplished baseball and softball player in his younger years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Doris and Jud Wagg. He is survived by his daughter, Aubrey Wagg of Flagstaff; Brothers, Greg Wagg of Brookfield, WI, Kenneth and Chris Wagg of Albuquerque, NM; and Doris Ehrler of Sedona. A Memorial Service is planned for Sunday, March 15th at 3:00 PM at St. Andrews Episcopal Church, 100 Arroyo Pinon Drive, Sedona, AZ. The family requests in lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Humane Society of Sedona, 2115 Shelby Drive, Sedona, AZ.
Published on: Sun March 08, 2015
LYLE, DANNY JOE Danny Joe Lyle, beloved son, husband and father, died Tuesday, March 3, 2015, at the age of 63, after a 14 year journey with younger-onset Alzheimer's. He was born in Albuquerque, NM, on September 4, 1951, to Tom and Janet Lyle, the second son of seven children. A Catholic from birth, Danny Joe's life was guided by his enduring faith in a loving God and his unwavering belief that a measure of a man's soul was his love for his family and for those he served. After graduating from St. Pius High School, Danny Joe continued his education at NMSU in Las Cruces, NM, where he received a bachelor's degree in accounting and a master's degree in economics. While in Las Cruces, Danny Joe met & married the love of his life, Linda. They had 3 precious sons: Jeremiah, Ryan and Stephen who were his light and joy. Danny Joe's life's work was public education business and he served as the chief school business officer of Farmington Public Schools, Las Cruces Public Schools, Albuquerque Public Schools and Bernalillo Public Schools. In 1996, he became the Director of the NM Educational Retirement Board and, in that capacity, a lobbyist in Santa Fe for education issues. Danny Joe was passionate about education in New Mexico; his framework always included "Our children are the most important thing we will ever do with our lives. They are our future and the decisions we make today will change the world for our children tomorrow." Danny Joe was preceded in death by his mother, Janet; his daughter, Rebekkah; and his grand-son, Daniel. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Linda; his sons and daughters-in-law, Jeremiah and Jennifer Lyle (Alb), Ryan and Beth Lyle (Alb) Stephen and Kathryn Lyle (Alb); his father, Tom Lyle (Jemez, NM); his brothers and sisters and their spouses, Thom and Linda Lyle (Placitas, NM), Steve Lyle (Farmington, NM), Peter and Christine Lyle (Bernalillo, NM), Jana and Paul Ortiz Pino (Rio Rancho, NM), Julie and Tony Pino (Alb); Rebecca Lyle and John Hartigan (Austin, TX); and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and grand-nieces and nephews. Danny Joe defined 'family' very broadly and through the years, many precious friends became part of the Lyle family story. As his family loved and supported him in his life's journey with Alzheimer's, it became obvious that the circle of family was indeed a village. Our family is so grateful to the care giving team of North Ridge Alzheimer's Special Care Center who became part of our family for the past three years and who loved DJ as their own; to Dr. Jeff Miller who met every need of DJ as well as his family; to Heritage Hospice (Matt, Wendy, Jamie and Jessica) who tenderly cared for all of us; to those who have prayed for us every day; and to our New Mexico School for the Blind and Visually Impaired family who, individually and collectively have been the spiritual and emotional rock that have grounded us in this journey. Danny Joe was a life-long learner who believed everyone should have the opportunity to grow in their chosen field. In the years our family has lived with the challenges of younger onset Alzheimer's, we have recognized the desperate need for well-trained people in the field of memory care. In tribute to DJ's valiant journey, in lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to CNM Foundation, 525 Buena Vista Dr. SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106, or at www.cnm.edu/donate to support scholarships for certified nursing assistants interested in memory care. A Liturgy of Resurrection will be held Saturday, March 7, 2015, at St. John XXIII Catholic Community, 4831 Tramway Ridge Dr. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111 at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at a later date. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-821-0010
Published on: Fri March 06, 2015
HAIK, ELAINE L. Elaine Louise Haik, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away on February 26, 2015 at the age of 54. She was a bright and beautiful woman with a generous spirit and a loving nature. Although she will be dearly missed by her family and friends, she is now at peace and will live forever in their hearts. Elaine graduated with honors from Youngstown State University. She had a long and successful career at Honeywell Aerospace in computer engineering and quality control, and at the same time pursued studies in accounting, mathematics, and microbiology. She loved flowers and was a Master Gardner. Elaine was born on September 30, 1960 in Sharon, Pennsylvania, to Harold and Irene Dolata Chovan. She is survived by her loving husband Daniel Haik; her mother Irene Chovan of Sharon, PA; her sisters Margaret Chovan of Sharon, PA, Teresa Mulligan and husband Michael of Fairfield, PA, Janice Gathers and husband Bill of Canfield, OH; her brothers Dennis Chovan and wife Dianne of Lucas, TX, Gary Chovan and wife Michelle of Center Valley, PA; and many nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. Visitation will be on Friday, March 6, 2015, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a Memorial Service following at 5:00 p.m. at Daniels Family Funeral Services Chapel, Wyoming Chapel. To share memories with the family, please visit Elaine's memorial webpage at www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-821-0010
Published on: Thu March 05, 2015
HAIK, ELAINE L. Elaine Louise Haik, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away on February 26, 2015 at the age of 54. She was a bright and beautiful woman with a generous spirit and a loving nature. Although she will be dearly missed by her family and friends, she is now at peace and will live forever in their hearts. Elaine graduated with honors from Youngstown State University. She had a long and successful career at Honeywell Aerospace in computer engineering and quality control, and at the same time pursued studies in accounting, mathematics, and microbiology. She loved flowers and was a Master Gardner. Elaine was born on September 30, 1960 in Sharon, Pennsylvania, to Harold and Irene Dolata Chovan. She is survived by her loving husband Daniel Haik; her mother Irene Chovan of Sharon, PA; her sisters Margaret Chovan of Sharon, PA, Teresa Mulligan and husband Michael of Fairfield, PA, Janice Gathers and husband Bill of Canfield, OH; her brothers Dennis Chovan and wife Dianne of Lucas, TX, Gary Chovan and wife Michelle of Center Valley, PA; and many nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. Visitation will be on Friday, March 6, 2015, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a Memorial Service following at 5:00 p.m. at Daniels Family Funeral Services Chapel, Wyoming Chapel. To share memories with the family, please visit Elaine's memorial webpage at www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-821-0010
Published on: Wed March 04, 2015
DICK, MITCHELL R. age 59 and a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away Sunday, March 1, 2015 after a short illness. He was born to Ralph and Cora Nell Dick on September 24, 1955. Mitchell was preceded in death by his son, Cory and he is survived by his wife, Christine Bewley; his parents, Ralph and Cora Dick; sisters, Beverly and husband Ralph Shock of Las Cruces, NM, and Donna and husband Mark Lollman of Kansas City, MO. He has two granddaughters, Klairissa and Sabrina Dick of Edgewood, NM and a step-son, Matthew Bewley of Albuquerque. Mitchell retired from General Electric Company. A Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel of Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, Albuquerque, NM, on Friday, March 6, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, a memorial contribution be made to Casa Angelica, 5629 Isleta Blvd. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008.
Published on: Wed March 04, 2015
HERRERA, ADELAIDO J. In loving memory of Adelaido J. Herrera September 13, 1939 February 26, 2010. It's been a very hard and sad five years without you here. There isn't a day we don't think about you. Thank you for being there for us, we love and miss you. Love Louisa and Elonor. SALAZAR MORTUARY 400 Third Street SW 242-1133
Published on: Thu February 26, 2015
GIRON, ANDREA B. Age 95, beloved mother of 14 children, grandmother and sister passed away peacefully Saturday, February 21, 2015, while surrounded by her loving family. She was born in San Acacia, NM on September 2, 1919 and lived most of her life in Albuquerque. Andrea will be remembered for her delicious cooking, especially her homemade bread and red chile. Her home was always open to family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Alfredo and Margarita Benavidez; husband, Pilar Giron; sons, Steve, Phillip and Victor Giron; daughters, Margaret Padilla, Angel Hall and Christine Baca; grandsons, Tony Lee and Christopher Giron; brother, Joe Benavidez; sisters, Terry Montoya, Susie Padilla, Ascension Montoya and Adela Ryals. Andrea is survived by five sons, Bernie and wife, Doris, Randy and wife, Kathy, Rick and wife, Gloria, Pilar and wife, Felicia, Ramey and wife, Aime; three daughters, Tina Patton and husband, Dan, Rosie Maron and husband, Dr. Barry, Yolanda Giron and partner, John Martinez; son-in-law Louie Padilla; brother, Ernest Benavidez and sister Lita Pino and husband, Joe; sister-in-law, Novie Benavidez; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great- grandchildren, nieces and nephews. A viewing will be held from 9:30-10:30 a.m. with a Rosary to be recited on Thursday, February 26, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. at San Jose Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be grandsons, Gary Padilla, Martin Otero, Jason Patton, Sam Giron, Rick Giron II and Brian Giron. A special thanks to the staff at Paloma Blanca nursing home. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW Albuquerque, NM 87102 505-243-5222
Published on: Wed February 25, 2015
BECK, BENJAMIN W., CAPT. USMC (RET.) Captain Benjamin W. Beck, USMC Retired, went to be with the Lord on Monday, February 16, 2015 after a short battle with cancer. He was born in Scipio, OK to Coy Virgil and MaryLou (Nave) Beck. He joined the United States Marine Corps in September 1951 in San Francisco, CA. He served in Korea and later in Vietnam as a veteran of both wars and finished his professional military career as a Captain in September 1971. He is survived by his wife, Sylvia of Albuquerque; daughter, Benita Shawn Mitchell (John) of Albuquerque; step-children, Michael Ramirez, Jennifer Allen and Chris Rivera; step-grandchildren, Isabella and Colton Allen, Desma, Davina and David Ramirez; a brother, Leo and many other family members. He was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife Sophia, and his brother Phillip. He was a beloved husband, father and grandfather and his memory and influence will always have a treasured place in our hearts and he will be deeply missed. A Rosary Service will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, February 23, 2015 at Our Lady of Sorrows, 301 S Camino Del Pueblo, Bernalillo, NM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 24, 2015 at Our Lady of Sorrows, Bernalillo. Burial will follow at 11:15 a.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery with Military Honors provided by the United States Marine Corps. The family will host a reception after the cemetery service at 2:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows in Bernalillo. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Wounded Warriors, support.woundedwarriorproject.org. Please visit our online guestbook for Captain Beck at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
Published on: Sun February 22, 2015
MORROW, DORIS LEE Doris Morrow passed away February 18, 2015. Doris was born in Richmond, Indiana on September 13, 1922 to the Reverend Dawson Liggett and Gertrude Liggett. She was raised in Spiceland, Indiana. Doris graduated from Spiceland High School in 1940. After graduating from business college, she opened a hat shop in Kokomo, Indiana and worked at an ordinance weapons plant during WWII for the Navy. After the war, she married Everette Morrow in 1946 and together they moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico in 1947. It is in Albuquerque where she opened a small beauty salon and began raising a family. She was a long time member of Central United Methodist Church and a faithful member of the Asbury Fellowship class where she played piano every Sunday morning. She was also an accomplished organist. Music was a very big part of her life. Doris was an avid golfer and had an amazing short game as many of her opponents learned. She was a skilled bridge player and enjoyed playing with her friends from the old Four Hills Country Club. She was preceded in death by her parents, Reverend Dawson and Gertrude Liggett; husband Everette A. Morrow; brother Virgil Liggett; and sister, Evelyn Lester. Survivors include son Clark E. Morrow and wife Peggy; daughter Celia Burnett and husband Brian; and six grandchildren, Brandon Burnett, Rachel Brunton and husband Tom, Hayley Johrendt and husband Jeff, Tyson Morrow, Terrel Telles and wife Nancy, and Denise Gerhardt and husband David. She is also survived by ten great-grandchildren, Alexi, Cole, Hannah, Amber, John, Ellis, Henry, Cullen, Kyle, Liesl; and one great-great-grandson Karson. Services will be held on Saturday, February 21, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
Published on: Fri February 20, 2015
