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DE LARA -- ALONZO J. "JON" Passed away April 5th,2012 (cremation has taken place). Born June 2nd, 1927 in Placitas, NM. Alonzo was a career Marine and saw several tours in Korea and Vietnam. His military service spanned 20 years, 1946 through 1966. After Vietnam he was assigned to Twenty-Nine Palms, California. He retired in 1966 and he and his wife, Eleanor and their four children made Twenty-Nine Palms their home. Alonzo was preceded in death by his parents, Antonio and Florinda DeLara; his first wife Eleanor; his daughter Joette; step-daughter Sandra; his brothers Max, Ephraim, Tony, Alex, Edward, Ben and sister, Lillian; his sisters-in-law Esther, Ida and Jimmie. His is survived by his present wife Beth; daughter Ava; step-children James (Brigette); six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Also surviving are brothers James (Beverly), Bert (RoseMarie); sisters Viola (Bernie), Jane, Darlene (Ray); three sisters-in-law Reyna, Elsie and Rose. Alonzo loved country music and played a mean guitar. A Memorial Service will be held May 7th, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at the Placitas Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Henry officiating. Interment will follow at The Land Grant Cemetery with the American Legion Post 69 celebrating his military service to his country. He will be greatly missed by those who love him.
        Published on: Sat May 05, 2012

BENVENISTI -- ETTI ESTHER Died on 29 April 2012, following a long illness. The interment took place at a graveside service within the 24 hour commandment of Jewish law at the Chavurat Hamidar (Fellowship of the Desert) section of the Fairview Cemetery in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The Benvenisti tribal origins date back to early Spain with dispersion throughout Europe and Africa during the Inquisition in the 15th Century. Etti was a fifth generation Israeli. Early childhood years were spent in Jerusalem with her favorite song, Y'rushalayim Shel Zahav, the poignant link with "the most beautiful city in the world," Jerusalem of gold. Her proud Sephardic roots and family contributions given quietly became the organizing principle of her life. Like her father Eliezer, and mother Allegra, she was pure Sephardic and a continual creative contributor to this world. Etti was the middle child in a family of seven. Yona of Deerfield Beach, Florida, Ahron of North Miami Beach, Florida, Sara of Beverly Hills, California and Shalom of Tel Aviv, Israel were with Etti in the final days. Illness prevented Leon in Israel from being here. Albert, the eldest brother, died in Israel in 2009. Family and friends from different parts of the world attended the last days and the burial of this unique woman. Etti was married to E. A. "Tony" Mares with two children of their marriage. Vered of Anchorage, Alaska has become an invaluable foundation of satisfaction and support to Etti, close by her side throughout her illness. Unfortunately daughter Galit died at age 20 in 1994. Etti's stepson, Kevin has been a source of fulfillment and all mourn the abrupt and grievous loss of Clayton Rich, her dedicated partner in 1996. Etti married Dr. John R. Graham in Jerusalem in a site overlooking the Old City walls thus completing a circle in life. As a "True Daughter of Israel" Etti embraced the world one individual, one family, one community at a time. She came to America to study at age twenty and fell in love with New York City. Work with a publisher led to educational research for the Head Start program on cross-cultural differences evaluating Hispanic and Native American children. When word of the impending arrival of the Israeli educator circulated in Albuquerque, Etti received an invitation from the Chavurat Hamidar (Fellowship of the Desert) to establish the first preschool Gan program in Albuquerque. The immediate link to the University of New Mexico led to a full career with her clinical focus on children and families, and teaching of students and physicians within the Child Psychiatry program at the School of Medicine. On retirement, Etti taught in multiple foreign countries amidst her travels. With an engaging smile, demure style and attitude of inquiry, Etti was without judgment and won over individuals, officials, even politicians, to her causes in repairing this world. Whether an innovative community service, wise counsel or using a creative aggressive approach to problem solving, she became the advocate for those in need without a voice or vote. When self-serving administrators and unethical providers drifted off course and failed to provide services and leadership, Etti called them out and shared the reality. Seeing her approach could send a shiver down the spine as they'd say, "Here comes trouble." Always a strong and fierce advocate for others, she changed people's lives and made this world a better place. Life was worth living and fun when you were around Etti if you could keep up with her pace. To celebrate the milennium Etti scaled Annapurna in the Himalayas of north-central Nepal, complete with oxygen and one Sherpa guide. At the end of the descent back at Base Camp and with everything in place, Etti commented she was ready to rest. The guide replied, " Madame, I never thought I would hear that from you." The memorial candle continues to burn until the Shiv'ah ends on Sunday morning merging into Sheloshim, the thirty day mourning period. All friends are invited and welcomed to a graveside service at Fairview Memorial Park on May 30, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. when Etti's marker will be unveiled. Sim Shalom. "Peace, goodness, and blessing; grace and love and mercy: may these descend on us, on all Israel, Your people, and all the world." Amein.
        Published on: Fri May 04, 2012

GODDARD -- INEZ FERN Age 84, resident of Albuquerque since 1961 died Monday, April 30, 2012. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Goddard. Inez is survived by her sons, William Goddard and spouse, Harriet of Rio Rancho, and John Goddard of Albuquerque; six grandchildren, Tony and spouse, Diane of Amarillo, TX, Paula Chacon and spouse, Darrin of Albuquerque, Monica Wimberly and spouse, Donald of Punta Gorda, FL, Nathan Goddard and spouse, Mindy of Las Vegas, NV, James Goddard and spouse, Sue of Osseo, MI, and Connie Goddard of Las Vegas, NV; 14 great-grandchildren; 11 great-great-grandchildren; and other nieces and nephews. Friends may visit French - Lomas Chapel on Friday, May 4, 2012 at 5:00 p.m., followed by the Rosary at 7:00 p.m. A Graveside service will be held on Saturday, May 5, 2012, 12:00 p.m., at Sandia Memory Gardens, 9500 San Pedro Dr. NE. Pallbearers will be Tony Goddard, Nathan Goddard, A.J. Goddard, Destry Satterfield, Joshua Satterfield and Sebastian Goddard. Honorary Pallbearers will be James Goddard, Andrew Wimberly, Ryan Wimberly and Donovan Smith. Please visit our online guestbook for Inez at www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
        Published on: Fri May 04, 2012

GALLEGOS -- NESTOR S. Nestor S. Gallegos 1931-2012 Age 80, a resident of Belen, NM passed away at Lovelace Hospital surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, April 29, 2012. He was born in Jarales, NM to Ignacio and Estella Sanchez Gallegos. Nestor was known for his wit and bolo tie which he always wore. Nestor loved to go for coffee every morning with his buddies at McDonalds and Frances's Restaurant. His wife would tease him about them saying women were mitoteros but it was them that were mitoteros. He served as City Manager in Belen and Taos, Director of Collection and Enforcement for the State under Governor Dave Cargo, 16 years in the PERA Board, 12 years as Director for the State of Credit Union and later retired from the State. He was also a 37C and 4th Degree Knights of Columbus member. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Juliana "Becky" Sackett, whom he missed very much; his parents; three brothers, Moises, Fr. Albert and Alfred Gallegos; three sisters, Carmen Flick, Diana Baughman and Bernadette Gallegos; father and mother-in-law, Estevan and Rebecca Archuleta; three brothers-in-law, Abelino Sanchez, Bob Flick and Tony Archuleta; and two sisters-in-law, Aurelia Gallegos and Maria Martinez. Nestor is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Frances Archuleta Gallegos; two daughters, Darlene Cook and husband, Paul and Loretta Levy and husband, Larry of Albuquerque; two sons, Steven Gallegos of Albuquerque and Charles and Rose of Belen; six grandsons, Gerrad and Tyrell Sackett of CA, Aaron Cook of IN, Michael Levy of CA, David Levy of Albuquerque and Ryan Gallegos of Belen; and one granddaughter, Corynn Sackett of CA. He loved his children and grandchildren very much. He is also survived by his three brothers, Ignacio Gallegos and wife, Alicia of NJ, Manuel Gallegos (twin brother) and wife, Theresa of Belen and Fr. David Gallegos of CA; one sister, Mary Sue Sanchez of Belen; three sisters-in-law, Vergie Gallegos of Belen, Emma Herrera and husband, Lorenzo of Nambe and Arabella Giron and husband, Juan of Nambe; one brother-in-law, Leo Archuleta and wife, Perfie of Albuquerque; and many loving nieces and nephews. A viewing will be held at Romero Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, May 4, at 5:00 p.m. with a rosary to be recited at 6:30 p.m. A final visitation will be held at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Jarales on Saturday, May 5, at 10:00 a.m. with a Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Belen Memorial Gardens. A reception will be held following the burial at Our Lady of Belen Parish Hall. Sign Nestor's online register book at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.
        Published on: Thu May 03, 2012

GODDARD -- INEZ FERN Age 84, resident of Albuquerque since 1961 died Monday, April 30, 2012. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Goddard. Inez is survived by her sons, William Goddard and spouse, Harriet of Rio Rancho, and John Goddard of Albuquerque; six grandchildren, Tony and spouse, Diane of Amarillo, TX, Paula Chacon and spouse, Darrin of Albuquerque, Monica Wimberly and spouse, Donald of Punta Gorda, FL, Nathan Goddard and spouse, Mindy of Las Vegas, NV, James Goddard and spouse, Sue of Osseo, MI, and Connie Goddard of Las Vegas, NV; 14 great-grandchildren; 11 great-great-grandchildren; and other nieces and nephews. Friends may visit French - Lomas Chapel on Friday, May 4, 2012 at 5:00 p.m., followed by the Rosary at 7:00 p.m. A Graveside service will be held on Saturday, May 5, 2012, 12:00 p.m., at Sandia Memory Gardens, 9500 San Pedro Dr. NE. Pallbearers will be Tony Goddard, Nathan Goddard, A.J. Goddard, Destry Satterfield, Joshua Satterfield and Sebastian Goddard. Honorary Pallbearers will be James Goddard, Andrew Wimberly, Ryan Wimberly and Donovan Smith. Please visit our online guestbook for Inez at www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
        Published on: Thu May 03, 2012

SANCHEZ -- LEON J. COL. (Retired US Army) With brevetted promotion to Brigadier General, age 50, resident of Santa Fe, NM and native of Espanola, NM, was taken by the Lord on April 29, 2012. Leon touched all the lives he encountered and was deeply loved by his family and friends. Leon reciprocated his love by always taking care of those who surrounded him in his life, particularly his beloved wife Janet, Goddaughter Mariah Valdez, niece Sobie Quintana, parents and family, and numerous friends. Leon was preceded in death by his brother Walter Sanchez and mother-in-law Ramona Valdez. He is survived in life by his beloved wife Janet; parents Tony and Margaret Sanchez of Espanola; brothers, Marvin and wife Socorro of Espanola; twin brother Leonard and wife Lupita of Chimayo; Danny and wife Julie Anne of Albuquerque; in-laws Lorenzo Valdez & wife Maria of Espanola, Vera Valdez and companion Richard Dominguez of Espanola, Leroy Valdez and wife Stella of Truchas, Diana Quintana and husband James of Placitas, Bernadette Sanchez and husband Gilbert of Albuquerque, Bobby Valdez and wife Laura of Espanola; Godparents Clyde and Rosalind Martinez of La Villita; beloved Godchildren Mariah Valdez, Patricia Quintana, Monique Medina, Angela Rael, Jacob Sanchez, and Fabian Valdez; numerous uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, cousins and special friends. Leon's legacy of military service in the U.S. Army was a reflection of patriotism and love of country. He enlisted in the NM Army National Guard's 3631st Maintenance Company in June 1980 and was commissioned in May 1982. Upon commissioning, he was assigned to the 642nd Maintenance Company as the Platoon Leader/XO, 93rd Troop Command Maintenance Officer, Company Commander of 804th Maintenance Company, Senior Tactical Officer, Intelligence Security Officer, and Logistics Officer, 7/200 ADA Battalion (HAWK). He also served in the 515th Combat Service Battalion in Intelligence Operations. In NM National Guard headquarters, he served as Supply and Services Management Officer and Force Integration Readiness Officer and State Training Administrator. In the 515th Regional Training Institute he served as the Operations Officer, Commander 2nd Battalion General Studies and XO for the 515th, 1st Battalion ADA and 2nd Battalion Regiment and several other military assignments overseas. Leon was the recipient of numerous commendations, medals and awards during military service. He was a graduate of Espanola Valley High School and New Mexico State University. The celebration of his life will take place at a Rosary on Thursday, May 3, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. at Santa Maria de la Paz Catholic Church in Santa Fe, NM. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Friday, May 4, 2012 at 10:30 a.m. at Santa Maria de la Paz Catholic Church in Santa Fe, NM. Leon will be honorably laid to rest at the Santa Fe National Cemetery on Monday, May 7, 2012 at 9:45 a.m. Serving the family as pallbearers include Kendrick Sanchez, Marcos Sanchez, Justin Valdez, Fabian Valdez, Christopher Quintana, Mariano Valdez. Honorary Pallbearers include Edward Rougemont, Richard Rael, Juan Griego, Carlos Cardenas, Brian Baca, Jonathan Sanchez, and Jacob Sanchez. Berardinelli Family Funeral Service 1399 Luisa Street Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 984-8600 Please sign our guestbook online at www.berardinellifuneralhome.com
        Published on: Thu May 03, 2012

LINTON -- ERIC JAMES IN LOVING MEMORY MAY 1, 1970- APRIL 16, 1994 HAPPY BIRTHDAY ERIC TODAY WE CELEBRATE YOUR LIFE. WISHING YOU WERE HERE WITH US. WE LOVE AND MISS YOU SO MUCH. MEMORIES OF YOU OVERWHELM OUR HEARTS AND MINDS. OUR LIVES HAVE NOT BEEN THE SAME SINCE YOU'VE BEEN GONE. WHAT WE WOULD GIVE TO TOUCH YOU, HOLD YOU AND TO HEAR YOUR VOICE. WE THANK THE LORD FOR THE HOPE OF SEEING YOU AGAIN. BROTHERS AND SISTERS: APRIL, TONY, ROBYN, DANIEL AND LISA DAUGHTER: KRISTEN MOM AND JERRY
        Published on: Tue May 01, 2012

QUINTANA-LEWIS -- CHONITA A. Age 92, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on April 28, 2012 at home with her family at her side. Mrs. Quintana Lewis is survived by her children, Ida Romero and husband, Ostelano, Demi Ramirez, and Frank Lewis and wife, Darlene; brother, Tony Aragon; twenty-two grandchildren; fifty-two great-grandchildren; and sixty-eight great great grandchildren; one great great great grandson; her special friend, Louise More; and per special pet, Diamond. Visitation will be Thursday, May 3, 2013 in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, from 10:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 11:00 a.m. A Funeral Service will follow the Rosary at 11:30 a.m., Pastor Epifano Mendoza, presider. Interment will follow services at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Felix Lewis, David Chavez, Michael Romero, Joseph Romero, Joe Mora, and Pete Ramirez. Honorary pallbearers will be Daniel Chavez, Pete Chavez, and Tino Mora. 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 May 01, 2012

CHAVEZ -- DONALD (DONNIE) Age 55, passed away Thursday, April 26, 2012. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mercie Chavez in 2010. Donald is survived by his father, Justo Chavez, of Corrales, NM; daughter, Sarah Chavez-Gallegos, of Rio Rancho, NM; sisters, Debbie Tafoya and husband Tony, of Corrales, NM, Carmen Chavez, of Rio Rancho, NM, Katie Bessom and husband Steven, of Rio Rancho, NM; Becky Chavez and friend, Darrow Everage, of Corrales, NM; numerous nieces and nephews. My father was a very good man, full of stories and jokes. He always had something to say to put a smile on your face. No matter who you were he would try to make you laugh. I will miss him terribly. I would give anything to hear one last joke. I know he loved me and wished for nothing but great things for me. His other love was the open road on his Harley. He was and always will be a free spirit. I will know when the wind blows he's around and watching over me and his family. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 am, Tuesday, May 1, 2012 at San Ysidro Catholic Church, Corrales, NM. A Reception will immediately follow in the Parish Hall. To view information or leave a condolence please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-892-9920
        Published on: Sun April 29, 2012

RODRIGUEZ -- HECTOR M. The family of Hector M. Rodriguez would like to thank all of their countless relatives, friends, and coworkers for the kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement; a special thank you to Father Gerry, Holy Family Catholic Church, to Pastor Tony, and Pastor John, Legacy Church, for the beautiful, spiritual services. "Whenever you're sad, remember my son, Hector, for a quick fix of joy."
        Published on: Sun April 29, 2012