KITSCH, JON Age 74, a resident of Algodones NM, born in Albuquerque's North Valley on March 26, 1939 to Bill and Margaret Kitsch, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2014. Jon was preceded in death by his parents and sister Mildred Marshall. Jon is survived by his wife of 46 years Elaine Kitsch; sons Thomas and wife Melanie Kitsch, Wilfred Kitsch; and daughter Christine Trnka and husband Craig. Jon has seven grandchildren, Melanie, Amanda, Bodie, Lainie, Jonathon, Levi and Angelique; and six great- grandchildren. He is also survived by sister Billie Gross and her husband Louis, along with many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends that loved him dearly. A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 18, 2014 from 1:00-4:00 pm at elZcalo Plaza, 264 S. Camino Del Pueblo, Bernalillo, New Mexico. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to El Ranchito de los Ninos, Inc., PO Box 2400, Los Lunas, NM 87031. Cremation under the direction of Neptune Society (505) 8844057.
PATTISON, THOMAS W. Thomas W. Pattison passed away suddenly on Tuesday, August 27, 2013 in Mesa, AZ. Tom was born January 17, 1952 in Phoenix, AZ. He was preceded in death by his mother, Dorothy, father William and sister Mary Ellen. Tom graduated from Manzano High School and worked in the aviation field for over thirty years. He worked at Cutter Aviation in New Mexico and eventually worked for Boeing Aircraft for over 25 years. Tom's true love was firearms and shooting. An avid sport shooter, Tom won countless awards and trophies for his shooting abilities. Tom is survived by his brothers Paul, John and David. Also, his amazing close friends, Bill and Nancy Long, and Richard and Mary Hardwick. So, Happy Birthday, Brother. You are loved and sorely missed. Godspeed and great shooting. Save some ammo for me. Till we meet on the other side.
O'NEAL, RUTH WADE passed away on January 15, 2014. She was born to George and Mabel Wade on November 25, 1919 and grew up on their farm in the Dexter-Hagerman area of Southern New Mexico. She married Burl O'Neal when he returned from WWII and they lived a happy life in Roswell until his death in 1960. Ruth had a daughter, Peggy O'Neal in 1949 and a son in 1956, Brian Frank O'Neal, who died at birth. Ruth was an elementary school teacher in Roswell for many years. She retired in her fifties and enjoyed the next forty years traveling, playing bridge and spending time with her family. She moved to Albuquerque when she was in her 70's to be near her daughter, Peggy, son-in-law, Bill and their daughters. She made many friends at Sombra Del Monte Christian Church and also had many bridge buddies. When Peggy and Bill moved to Los Lunas she lived with them in their home. Ruth made many new bridge friends and also delighted in her four great-grandchildren. They will have many happy memories of time spent with their Gigi. She was an active and healthy 94 year old until a week before her death. Ruth is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Peggy and Bill Weaver of Los Lunas; granddaughter, Maggy Fitzgerald, her husband, Steve and their children, Jack and Emma of Belen, granddaughter, Holly Weaver and her children, Levi and Lily Chapin of Los Lunas and an extended family who loved her very much. Ruth was a gracious lady who left a wonderful legacy of loving kindness, strength and generosity to her family. A Celebration of Ruth's life will be held on Saturday, January 18, 2014 at the Weaver home. For details please contact Riverside Funeral Home of Los Lunas at (505)565-1700. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Adoption Assistance Agency, 2800 Eubank Blvd. NE Alb. NM 87112 or 
MONTOYA, JOSEPHINE She started her new journey on Saturday, January 11, 2014. Josephine is survived by her husband of 55 years, Ricardo Montoya; children, Richard Montoya and wife, Charlene; David Montoya and wife, Tammy; Nancy Montoya; grandchildren, Alisia, Nicole, and Richard; several great - grandchildren. Siblings, Bill Maes and wife, Adrie; Gilbert Maes and wife, Teresa; Charles Maes and wife, Debbie; Frank Maes and wife, Debbie; Richard Maes; Jimmy Maes and wife, Kathy; Stella Romero; and Bernadette Maes; and several nieces and nephews. Josephine's Life Celebration Service will be held on Friday, January 17, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. in the Reflection of Life Chapel ( Washington and Cutler NE ). Please visit Josephine's online guest book at: 
MAYO, RICHARD FENTON passed away Saturday, January 11, 2014, as a result of acute myeloid leukemia. Known to his friends as Dick, he was born in Bridgewater, Vermont, the eldest of three children born to Arthur and Elaine Mayo. Dick graduated from Clinton High School in Clinton, New Jersey, and after working on the family farm following high school, entered the Air Force in 1952. After receiving an Honorable Discharge in 1956, Dick attended the University of New Mexico, and received a Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering degree in 1960. After college, Dick worked as a design engineer for Gulton Industries. He was later employed by EG&G Inc., a national defense contractor, and eventually was responsible for managing the Albuquerque office. As a seasoned investor, in retirement, he enjoyed researching and managing financial concerns. Dick was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Virginia. Dick was devoted to his family, and had many friends. He was a member of St. John's United Methodist Church for over 50 years. Dick had an active and inquisitive mind, and regularly enjoyed playing bridge and dominos with his friends. He particularly enjoyed ballroom dance, and was a popular dance partner at many dances throughout Albuquerque. He is survived by children, son Richard Mayo, daughter Carol Mayo Cochran and her husband John; his beloved granddaughter, Rachel; his brother Guy Mayo; and his sister, Fern Mayo. At his request, Dick was cremated. Services will be held Tuesday, January 21, 2014, 11:00 a.m., at St. John's United Methodist Church, 2626 Arizona St. NE. Friends and family are invited to attend a reception immediately following the service, at the Sonshine Cafe of St. John's United Methodist Church. Dick's remains will be interred at Fairview Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be made to St. John's United Methodist Church, or the University of New Mexico Cancer Center, 1201 Camino de Salud NE, Albuquerque, NM 87131. Please visit our online guest book for Dick 
LOPEZ, GILBERT ARTHUR Age 64, a resident of Albuquerque and a former resident of Denver, CO, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 12, 2014. He is survived by his children, Robert "Bobby" Lopez, Angel Lunt, Bernadette Biehle, Josh Lopez, Yvette Lopez, Joseph Nestor, and Margaret Rodgers; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; mother, Rose Lopez; sisters, Irene Torrez and husband, Lawrence, Marie Garcia and husband, Randy, Lorraine Griner and husband, Andy, Renee Aguilar and husband, Patrick, and Barbara Chavez; brother, Thomas Steve Lopez and wife, Inez; and many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. Mr. Lopez was preceded in death by his daughter, Carol Marie Lopez; father, Crecencio Lopez Jr.; brothers, Christopher, John, Ernie, Mike, Rick, and Frank Lopez. Gilbert served in the US Marine Corps. He was a jack of all trades. He loved to play bingo with his children and enjoyed going to the casinos. Mr. Lopez enjoyed riding his Harley. He was a drummer in his father's band, Los Conjuntos Estrellas. A rosary will be recited Friday, January 17, 2014, 7:00 p.m., at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church, 2005 North Plaza NW. Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, January 18, 2014, 10:00 a.m., at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Friends may visit prior to the rosary. Please visit our online guest book for Gilbert at 
FUQUA, JACQUELINE ANNE RINI (Jacki/Mom) passed away January 12, 2014 in her home after a brave battle with cancer, surrounded by her loving family. Jacki was born in Chicago, IL in l938. She attended college at Murray State University in Murray, Kentucky. She moved to Albuquerque in l977 along with her two young sons, from Memphis, Tennessee. She filled the lives of everyone she knew with her enthusiasm, warm attentiveness, her glorious smile and love of life. A loyal and true friend to all she loved, Jacki spread her kindness and her delight throughout her family and her social world. A wonderful mother and a cherished sister, Jacki was also a gifted weaver, an avid photographer, and as she always said, "once a biker, always a biker." She rode her BMW all over the western United States and twice chaired the BMW rally in Sipapu, New Mexico. Jacki was the business manager and photography editor of New Mexico's Century magazine in the l980s. She worked for Lovelace Hospital, Hirst/Cordova Public Relations, and for Fishback Dance Studios. Earlier, she was a physician's assistant in a private practice in Memphis. Jacki traveled far and wide and as often as she could, including numerous trips to Oxford, Rome, Paris and Florence, and around the southwest. She brought joy and comfort to all those around her. She adored her family and they were her life. She was preceded in death by her husband Don Fuqua of Murray, Kentucky, her mother and father Marjorie and S. Jack Rini of Los Lunas, and her grandmother Helen Herman of Albuquerque. She is survived by two sons, Marshall Fuqua and wife Jeri of Iowa, Christopher Fuqua and wife Deanna Chavez; granddaughters Mercedes and Sophia; brother Jim Rini and wife Nancy Kendall; sister Rini Price and husband V.B. Price; step-nephews Jody Price and wife Amy, and Keir Price and his children Ryan and Talia. Jacki will always be missed, always treasured, always honored, and forever loved by all of us. May she ride forever. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made in her name to the New Mexico Cancer Center Foundation in Albuquerque. A small private family service will be held.
D'ANGELO, CHARLES &Quot;NICK&Quot; Nick D'Angelo In Loving Memory January 17, 2011 Not a moment passes that your are not in our thoughts. We miss you as much today as the day you left us three years ago. Forever and always in our hearts. Gloria, Carlo, your loving family, and all who love and miss you.
CHRISTIAN, RONALD FREDERICK Age 65, passed away Thursday, January 9, 2014. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, January 18, 2014 at Albuquerque's First Baptist Church, 4101 Paseo Del Norte NW, Albuquerque, NM. Pastor Paul Cunningham of First Baptist Church of Los Alamos, NM, officiating. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit 
BOWERMAN, LOUIS, A. &Quot;LOU&Quot; LT. COL. USAF (RET'D) Age 89, a resident of Albuquerque, died at home with his family,Thursday, January 9, 2014. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Martha "Liz" Bowerman; his daughters, Caryl F. Bowerman Parks and husband Jeff of Albuquerque, Kathy L. Meimetis and husband Michael of Lake Elsinore, CA; and his grandchildren, Steffan, Tjaden, Micah, Josh, Lawrence and Alyssa, and his niece Lori Stampley. Lou was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond E. and Miriam Bowerman. He served our country as a fighter pilot in the United States Air Force and Air National Guard during WW II, Korea and Vietnam before retiring. He was a one of a kind pilot and instructor who "flew" by the seat of his pants. Lou's love for his family included his many dogs. His celebration of life will be Monday, January 20, 2014, 1:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Lomas. Memorial contributions may be made to The Alzheimers Association New Mexico Chapter, 9500 Montgomery Blvd NE, Suite 121, Albuquerque, NM 87111, 
BEDNORZ, NELSON T. 8/7/1993 - 11/16/2013 Our cherished son Nelson was taken from our lives unexpectedly on November 16, 2013. He will join his older brother Garret where they will once again be together and rest in eternal peace. Nelson is survived by his parents, Rhonda Yellowhead Bednorz and Brian Bednorz; grandparents, Ollie and Milo Yellowhead and Joan and Gerald Bednorz; aunts and uncles, Glenna and Pete Losito, Greg Bednorz, Karen and Gary Bednorz, Janet and Charles Anderson, Liz and Gerald Bednorz; cousins, Kenna and Josh Sheak, Nick, Legus, Amy, Anne and Matthew. Nelson will always be remembered as a loving son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, boyfriend, friend and athlete. Nelson was loved by many and will be dearly missed. Our boys will forever be 20 years young and together.
ACREE, NANCY LOU On January 13, 2014, Nancy found peace in her battle with cancer. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Justine Cumerford, and sister Pat. She is survived by her husband of 32 years, Ed; her step-children, Edward and Terri, and their spouses; grandchildren, Sara and Eddie; siblings, Dale and Cynthia; numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. She was cremated and a celebration of her life will take place at a later time. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the NM Cancer Center. Her love and warmth will be missed by all who knew her.
