Lucy CdeBaca
May 18, 2015
Lucianita "Lucy" CdeBaca, age 90, a resident of Algodones, NM, passed away peacefully at her home, Monday, May 18, 2015, after a very short illness. She was born in Golden, NM on March 1, 1925 to the late Luciano and Dolores "Lola" Baldonado. She was preceded in death by her husband, Tony CdeBaca Sr; her sister, Ella Garcia; brothers, Mauricio, Ramon, and...
Charles Dale
May 18, 2015
Charles Edwin Dale was born in 1918 and grew up in North Texas during the depression. As a boy, he learned to drive a Model A Ford while delivering milk from his grandfather's farm. He valued education but ran out of money after his first year of college. He was later sent to war and served as a forward observer...
Manuel Muñoz
May 16, 2015
Manuel Muñoz, age 87, beloved father and grandfather, was embraced by the Lord and taken to Eternal Life, Saturday, May 16, 2015, while surrounded by his loving family. He was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM. Manuel was a carpenter by trade and very proud of his profession. He loved telling stories about the work he had done and the places his work had...
Patricia Morris
May 4, 2015
Patricia J. Morris was born on March 19, 1978, and embraced by the Lord and taken to Eternal Life on Monday, May 4, 2015. She was a die hard Dallas cowboy #1 fan. She will be missed, her big brown beautiful eyes, her smile, her laugh, the way she could make everything around her brighten up. She had a short life, pain...
Arlene Schiesl
May 1, 2015
Arlene Christine Schiesl (Paradowski) was born on March 23, 1937 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She was the oldest child born to George and Marian Paradowski and has a younger sister, Kathy Paradowski, who lives in Albuquerque. Arlene attended South Division High School and graduated in 1954. She then went to work for the City of Milwaukee as a secretary at City Hall. She met...
SSgt. Ryan Faraone
Apr 30, 2015
SSgt. Ryan C. Faraone, age 29, beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend, passed away Thursday, April 30, 2015 in Little Rock, AR. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on March 2, 1986. Ryan was currently serving in the United States Army National Guard TDY in Arkansas. Ryan was a recipient of the following awards and achievements: Meritorious Service Medal, Army commendation Medal,...
Christopher Lovato
Apr 25, 2015
Christopher "Chris" A. Lovato, age 20, beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, and friend went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 25, 2015. He was born on September 16, 1994 in Albuquerque and was a resident of Rio Rancho. Chris graduated from Rio Rancho High School with the class of "2013." He graduated with honors and consistently made...
Josephine Rose
Apr 25, 2015
Rose, Josephine M. Josephine M. Rose, age 90, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, was embraced by the Lord and taken to Eternal Life, Saturday, April 25, 2015. She was born in Corrales, NM on March 23, 1925, to Perfecto and Anita Lopez. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Grady Ray Rose; and brother, Orlando Lopez. Josephine is survived...
Phillip Nez
Apr 19, 2015
Phillip N. Nez, age 58, beloved husband, father, and brother, went to be with the Lord, Sunday, April 19, 2015. He was employed by CEI Enterprises. Phillip was a welder by trade and enjoyed making woodstoves; and taking trips with his family. Phillip is survived by his loving wife, Verna Platero; his children, Jarrett, Janelle, and Felicia Nez; his brother, Joseph L....
Brian Gallegos
Apr 19, 2015
Brian Christopher Gallegos, age 54, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on Sunday, April 19, 2015 at the Raymond G. Murphy VA Medical Center. Brian was a 1978 graduate of Rio Grande High School. Brian served in the US Army from 1979-1984. He was a long time employee at the UNM Center for Developmental Disabilities. Brian was a very outgoing,...
Charles "Chuck" Lester Jr.
Apr 14, 2015
Charles "Chuck" Franklin Lester, Jr., age 59, went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, April 14, 2015, after a long illness. He was born in Norfolk, VA and grew up in Virginia Beach enjoying boating and fishing. Chuck was employed by several automobile agencies and enjoyed overhauling VW motors. He had a passion for air planes and spent many hours navigating simulated...
Rosina Herrera
Apr 13, 2015
Rosina A. Herrera, age 74, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, was embraced by the Lord and taken to Eternal Life , Monday, April 13, 2015. She was born in Rowe, NM on July 28, 1940 and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM. Rosina was a member of the Carmelitas, Los Guadalupanos (Our Lady of Mt. Carmel), and of the Spanish choir...
Charlotte Sanchez
Apr 12, 2015
Charlotte "Char" D. Sanchez, age 60, beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, and sister, was embraced by the Lord and taken to Eternal Life, Sunday, April 12, 2015. Char was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM. She was preceded in death by her father, Maximino "Max" Sanchez; her daughter, Billie Frances Marie Tapia. Charlotte is survived by her mother, Frances Sanchez; her loving son,...
Antonio Ruiz
Apr 10, 2015
Antonio "Tony" J. Cecelio Ruiz, our beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather, and friend died on April 10, 2015. He was born on June 12, 1939, to Jose and Flora Ruiz, in Albuquerque, NM. Tony served in the United States Army for 20 years, retired SFC. He resided in Las Vegas, N.M. and pursued various business ventures to include Tony & Georgia’s...
Phillip Salas Sr.
Apr 4, 2015
Phillip M. Salas, Sr., age 61, beloved father, grandfather, and brother, passed away Saturday, April 4, 2015. He was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM. Phillip served his country in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. Phillip was employed by the City of Albuquerque. Phillip is survived by his wife Silvia Salas; his loving children, Phillip M. Salas, Jr., Doralee...
Lourdes Gurule
Apr 3, 2015
Lourdes Gurule, age 54, resident of Albuquerque, NM passed away Friday, April 3, 2015. She was born in Chihuahua, Mexico on July 23, 1960, to David and Elvira (Borunda) Balderrama. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, David Federico Balderrama. Lourdes is survived by husband of 32 years, Joe C. Gurule; children, Jose Alejandro Gurule, Denise Gurule, all...
Janette Velasquez
Apr 3, 2015
Janette P. Velasquez “Grandma Jan”, 77, passed away on April 3, 2015. Mrs. Velasquez is the beloved wife to Mr. Jose Velasquez, married 55 years. Janette is also survived by her daughter, Jeaninne Ortiz and husband, Johnny; son, Jeffrey Velasquez and wife Larissa; one sister, Wanda Stockton; Five grandchildren, Jose Velasquez III and girlfriend Yvette; Jeremy and fiancé Celeste, Julianna,...
Adrian Duran
Mar 29, 2015
Duran, Adrian Luis Adrian Luis Duran, age 58, beloved father, grandfather, son, brother, and uncle, was called unexpectedly to his eternal resting place on March, 29, 2015. He was a lifelong resident of Placitas, NM. Adrian was born on August 29, 1956, to Arsenio and Valentina (Valencia) Duran. He was preceded in death by his father; his brother, Louie; nephew,...
Randell Chavez
Mar 25, 2015
Randell "Randy" Chavez, born, July 31, 1962, passed away peacefully at his home on March 25, 2015. Randy's interests and hobbies include fishing, hunting, making jewelry and crosses, which he would give to his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Juan De Dios Chavez. Randy is survived by his loving daughter, Frances Renee Chavez; his mother, Barbara...
Harold Schmidt
Mar 25, 2015
Harold Abraham Schmidt, age 93, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2015, with his loving family by his side. He was born in Ulysses, KS. Harold and his family moved to New Mexico to escape the Dust Bowl in the 1930's, when he was 18 years old. He honorably served in the United States Navy during World War II. Harold had...
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