LEKSON, GLADYS MAY (PECSOK) Gladys an Albuquerque resident since 1975, died peacefully on January 21, 2014 at the age of 92, after five years of declining health. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Lekson; her brother, Robert Pecsok; as well as by in-laws, Ann, Betty, Dolores, Ed, Josephine, Lou, Mary Pecsok, Mary Pierce, Marcella, and Max. She is survived by her son Michael Lekson; son Stephen Lekson and daughter-in-law Catherine Cameron; brother Donald Pecsok; and sister and brother-in-law Nancy and Charles Merwin; brother- and sister-in-law Lud and Helen Lekson; brother-in-law Fred Lekson; sister-in-law Linda Lekson; along with a huge number of nieces, nephews, and their offspring for all of whom she was the much-loved "Aunt Gladys." Gladys was born in Chagrin Falls, Ohio, August 16, 1921, to Michael and Katherine Pecsok, and grew up in the Cleveland area. In 1938, she graduated with a degree in education from Western Reserve University, where she met her future husband. She then taught school and worked in an office prior to her marriage on October 4, 1945. Her husband John was a career military officer, who had served in the European theater with the 82nd Airborne in World War II. She accompanied him on all but two of his subsequent assignments, including bases throughout the U.S., as well as Washington, DC, Austria, Italy, and South Korea. During John's first assignment to Korea and his combat tour in Vietnam, she lived near family in California and Mississippi, respectively. She was a strong partner for her husband throughout his career, actively involved in supporting the families of soldiers wherever she and John were assigned. When John retired as a Major General, they moved to Albuquerque, where her mother, an aunt and uncle, and her sister Nancy's family were already located. Gladys and John both made many close friends here, were actively engaged in family and community activities, and traveled extensively. Following her husband's death in 1992, she decided to move to La Vida Llena retirement center in 1995, where she was a highly engaged member of its community for many years. She continued her world travel, often accompanied by her sons and daughter-in-law and sometimes by her sister. In her final years at La Vida Llena, she lived in its memory unit, "Mi Casa," where the staff helped make it a loving home for her. Throughout her life, Gladys was a caring, engaged, and thoughtful person, who always did her best to make things better for others. She was a tremendous positive influence on all who knew her -- a wonderful daughter, wife, mother, aunt, sister, in-law, and friend. A memorial service will be held in the near future at La Vida Llena, followed by her interment at Arlington National Cemetery alongside her husband John. Those wishing to make a contribution in her memory are encouraged to donate to the Full Life Foundation, c/o La Vida Llena, 10501 Lagrima de Oro NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111. FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
LEKSON, GLADYS MAY (PECSOK) Gladys an Albuquerque resident since 1975, died peacefully on January 21, 2014 at the age of 92, after five years of declining health. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Lekson; her brother, Robert Pecsok; as well as by in-laws, Ann, Betty, Dolores, Ed, Josephine, Lou, Mary Pecsok, Mary Pierce, Marcella, and Max. She is survived by her son Michael Lekson; son Stephen Lekson and daughter-in-law Catherine Cameron; brother Donald Pecsok; and sister and brother-in-law Nancy and Charles Merwin; brother- and sister-in-law Lud and Helen Lekson; brother-in-law Fred Lekson; sister-in-law Linda Lekson; along with a huge number of nieces, nephews, and their offspring for all of whom she was the much-loved "Aunt Gladys." Gladys was born in Chagrin Falls, Ohio, August 16, 1921, to Michael and Katherine Pecsok, and grew up in the Cleveland area. In 1938, she graduated with a degree in education from Western Reserve University, where she met her future husband. She then taught school and worked in an office prior to her marriage on October 4, 1945. Her husband John was a career military officer, who had served in the European theater with the 82nd Airborne in World War II. She accompanied him on all but two of his subsequent assignments, including bases throughout the U.S., as well as Washington, DC, Austria, Italy, and South Korea. During John's first assignment to Korea and his combat tour in Vietnam, she lived near family in California and Mississippi, respectively. She was a strong partner for her husband throughout his career, actively involved in supporting the families of soldiers wherever she and John were assigned. When John retired as a Major General, they moved to Albuquerque, where her mother, an aunt and uncle, and her sister Nancy's family were already located. Gladys and John both made many close friends here, were actively engaged in family and community activities, and traveled extensively. Following her husband's death in 1992, she decided to move to La Vida Llena retirement center in 1995, where she was a highly engaged member of its community for many years. She continued her world travel, often accompanied by her sons and daughter-in-law and sometimes by her sister. In her final years at La Vida Llena, she lived in its memory unit, "Mi Casa," where the staff helped make it a loving home for her. Throughout her life, Gladys was a caring, engaged, and thoughtful person, who always did her best to make things better for others. She was a tremendous positive influence on all who knew her -- a wonderful daughter, wife, mother, aunt, sister, in-law, and friend. A memorial service will be held in the near future at La Vida Llena, followed by her interment at Arlington National Cemetery alongside her husband John. Those wishing to make a contribution in her memory are encouraged to donate to the Full Life Foundation, c/o La Vida Llena, 10501 Lagrima de Oro NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111. FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
LEACH, PRISCILLA SMITH 88, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away peacefully, with her family by her side, on Saturday, January 18, 2014 at UNM Hospital. Priscilla was born in Albany, New York on February 4, 1925. She graduated from Milne High School in 1942 and enjoyed a life-long relationship with friends from school. She worked as a homemaker and loved playing tennis, bridge and traveling with her husband. Priscilla was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Dr. John K Leach. Priscilla is survived by her children, Barbara Peterson and husband, Jim, Catherine McNamara and husband, Steve, David Leach and wife, Sharon, Elizabeth Van Dyke and husband, Wayne, and William Leach and wife, Cindy; ten grandchildren, Amy Harth, George Harth, Jill McNamara, Brian McNamara, David Shaun Leach, Nicole Louvar, Kellie Farmer, Sarah Lopez, Tyler Leach and Samantha Leach; twelve great-grandchildren, Greta and Delaina Harth, Jayson Wintermute, Briana, Ariana, and Alex Leach, Andrew, Agustin and Caleb Lopez, Blake and Reese Louvar and Jacob Farmer. We love you mom and will miss you! Please visit our online guestbook for Priscilla at 
HURTADO, MARY Age 88, beloved and devoted mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully at her home, Thursday, January 23, 2014, while surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Albuquerque, NM and was a resident of Pena Blanca, NM. She was preceded in death by her parents, Samuel and Juanita Cordova; her husband, Clodoveo Hurtado; daughter, Susie Hurtado; and her sister, Petrita Baldonado. Mary is survived by her loving children, Helen Quintana (Michael), Christella Armijo (Teddy), Gene Hurtado (JoAnn), Larry Hurtado, Lorenzo Hurtado (Gloria), and Andrew Hurtado (Sophie); 16 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren; her brothers, Alfredo Cordova (Lena) and Sam Cordova (Becky); many other relatives and friends. Mary will be greatly missed by her loving family and by those whose hearts she touched. On behalf of the Hurtado family, they wish to express their sincere gratitude to Advantage Home Care Hospice, especially, Mary, Jackie, Karen, and Ryan, for the wonderful and loving care given to their beloved mother. A Rosary will be recited Thursday, January 30, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe in Pena Blanca, NM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday at 11:00 a.m. also at the Church. Inurnment will follow at the Pena Blanca Catholic Cemetery. Those who wish to view or sign Mary's guest book, please visit, 
HERNANDEZ, EDWARD RAY Age 49, of Albuquerque, passed away Thursday, January 23, 2014. He is survived by his loving wife, Diana M. Hernandez; parents, Tony and Josephine Hernandez; daughter, Domenica E. D'Angelo; sons, Christopher Carter and wife Candice, Eric Carter and wife Amy; brother, Tony Hernandez Jr. and wife Lily; sisters, Sally Mendez and husband Lupe, Sandra Ogas and husband Al, Barbara Barton; grandchildren, Eric Jr., Michael, Kirsten, Charli; close friends, Luis Morales and daughters, Isabella and Laura, Hank Sanchez. Edward was a beloved husband, father, and son who will be missed by all who knew him. Services will be held on Monday, January 27, at 1:00 pm, at French - Westside, Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Christopher Carter, Eric Carter, Luis Morales, Hank Sanchez, Anthony Hernandez, Mario Cruz, Mark Padilla, and Lupe Mendez. Visitation and viewing will take place at French-Westside, Sunday, January 26 from 2:00 until 5:00 pm. Please visit our online guest book for Edward at 
FULLER, DR. FREDERICK W. of Bellaire, Texas, died Wednesday, the 22nd of January, after a long illness. He was 86. Dr. Fuller was born in St. Joseph, Missouri in 1927 and grew up in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy during World War II and served on the U.S.S. Bairoko in the Pacific. After the war he attended the University of New Mexico and graduated from Stanford University. He then made his way east and attained his medical degree from Northwestern University in Chicago. He completed his surgical residency at New York Hospital-Cornell Medical Center in Manhattan, where he also met his wife, the late Cynthia Quayle Fuller. After marrying in 1962, Dr. and Mrs. Fuller moved to New Jersey, where they raised three children. Dr. Fuller was the founder of the Burn Center at St. Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, still New Jersey's only burn center. In addition to his devotion to his family and his patients, Dr. Fuller was an avid history buff and music lover, and in his earlier years enjoyed fishing and golf. He is survived by a sister, Hester Eastham, of Albuquerque; three children, Hester Fuller of Boston; Julia Fallon and her husband Michael B. Fallon of Bellaire; Rice Fuller and his wife Lucia O'Sullivan of New Brunswick, Canada; and four grandchildren, Sam, Charlie, Jack, and Madeline. A memorial service is to be conducted at ten o'clock in the morning, on Thursday, the 30th of January in the Jasek Chapel of Geo. H. Lewis & Sons, 1010 Bering Drive in Houston, where the Rev. Chad Martin, Associate Rector for Evangelism and Worship at St. Martin's Episcopal Church, is to officiate. Immediately following, all are invited to greet the family in a reception to be held in the adjacent grand foyer. In lieu of customary remembrances, memorial contributions on behalf of F.W. "Bill" Fuller, M.D. may be directed to The St. Barnabas Burn Foundation, 94 Old Short Hills Rd., Livingston, NJ, 07039 or at their website, 
DEBARY, ROSS W. Ross, 64, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque and disabled veteran, born April 18, 1949, died peacefully on January 22, 2014. He is survived by his daughter Natalie Maestas; son Adam DeBary; and his granddaughters Cienna and Arellana Chavez and Brooklyn Marez; brother Daryel DeBary and wife Debby; sister Rosalie Martinez and husband Mike; nephews and niece D.J., Tina, Mychael, Daniel and Aaron; as well as many loving family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents Moreland and Eva DeBary. Ross served in the U.S. Army from June 18, 1968 through June 17, 1974. He was honorably discharged as Sergeant E-5. While serving in Vietnam from November 13, 1968 through August 24, 1969, he earned the Vietnam Service Medal with three Bronze Service Stars; National Defense Service Medal; Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal; Combat Infantryman Badge; Air Medal; Army Commendation Medal; Expert (M60 MG); Expert (Rifle). He often participated in softball tournaments throughout the city and enjoyed camping, fishing and taking road trips. He also loved spending time with his family and keeping them on their toes. He will be dearly missed. Service will be held on Monday, January 27, 2014 at 12:00 PM at Crossroads Of Albuquerque, 5200 Marble NE. Burial to follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 3:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Wounded Warrior Project at 
DAWSON, L. RICHARD (DICK) Passed away January 15, 2014 in his home after a brave battle with ALS. The family would like to express their heartfelt appreciation for the loving care given to him by his caregivers and friends. A Graveside Memorial will be held February 7, at 3:30 pm at Vista Verde Memorial Park, 4310 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made in his name to 
CHEEVER-ROMERO, CATHERINE IRENE &Quot;CATHY&Quot; Age 56, passed away Sunday morning, January 19, 2014 into the presence of our Lord Jesus. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bob; grandson, Joesuph Gallegos; and parents, Barney and Irene Romero. She is survived by her four children James "Jimmy" Esquibel and wife, Angelina, Jessie Salazar and wife, Erika, Cathy "Nana" Gallegos and husband, Anthony, and Amanda Gomez and hubby Ramon Vargas. She is also survived by 14 grandchildren: Elias, Leilani, Alyssa, Michelle, Joey, Celeste, Carlos, Gabriel, Anthony, Steven, Amanda Marie, Emily, Aniah, Ramon; step-grandchildren Solomon and Roman; four great-grandchildren; and sister Dayna Hughes. She was a very strong and beautiful mother who will be greatly missed! We will meet again! A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, January 29, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at FRENCH Lomas. Please visit our online guest book for Cathy at 
CHAVEZ, MARY Mrs. Chavez, age 73, passed away on January 24, 2014. Mary was preceded in death by her parents: Clemente and Louisa Ortiz; her brothers: Eugenio and George Ortiz; and sister, Ramona Lopez. She is survived by her daughter, Danetta Chavez and husband Cliff McMann; daughter, Lanetta Sandoval and husband Ernest Jr.; daughter, Janetta Rubi and husband George Jr.; brother, Elauterio Ortiz and wife Betty; brother, Frank Ortiz and wife Emma; brother, Chano Ortiz and wife Katie; brother, Ray Ortiz; and her sister, Emma Ortiz and husband Eddie. She is also survived by her six grandchildren: George and wife Jamie, Jason, Lauren, Mary Rose and husband David, Ernest and wife Jennifer, and Daniel; as well as her three great-grandchildren: Christopher, Nevaeh, and Alexys. Services are pending. Please visit Mary's online guestbook at 
CASTILLO, MARGARET a life long resident of Albuquerque, died on Saturday, January 25, 2014, after a brief illness. Margaret was preceded in death by her first husband, Frank Castillo; and her beloved children, Randy Castillo and Phyllis Castillo. She is survived by daughters, Francis Horton, Marilyn and husband, Chris Sanchez, and Christine Castillo; grandchildren, Melissa Cavalier and husband, Jesse, James Sanchez and wife, Miriam, Jessica Horton, Mariah Jones and husband, Chico, and Nathan Diesel and wife, Lindsey Gardner; and great-grandchildren, Alex Sanchez, Makayla, Madilynn and Diego Sanchez, Isaac and Analiese Chavez, and Sebastian and Xavier Jones; and long time partner of 32 years, Florencio Gonzales. Margaret will be deeply missed. The family would like to extend a special thanks to the staff at the Sandoval Regional Medical Center for the wonderful care and support they extended to us during this difficult time. Services are pending at this time. Please visit our online guestbook for Margaret at 
BRAZFIELD, LINA D. Age 81. On Monday, January 20, 2014 Lina found peace in her battle with cancer. She was born on March 18, 1932 in Manzano, NM. It was there that she met and married the love of her life, Claude Brazfield. She provided a loving home for her husband and four children. She raised her family in Los Alamos, NM and later moved to Albuquerque in early 1972. She was an active member of St. Anne's Parish and loved to create beaded artwork for her friends and family. She was lovingly known as "Grandma Beads" by her great-grandchildren. Lina will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and sister. She will be dearly missed by all. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Claude Brazfield; her son, Patrick Brazfield; two great-granddaughters, Alyssa Maes and Jaeda Brazfield. Lina is survived by her sons, Tony Brazfield and Leroy Brazfield, both of Albuquerque, NM.; daughter Evelyn Maes of Rio Rancho, NM; her twelve grandchildren, Michael Brazfield, Jeromy Brazfield, Heath Brazfield, Joseph Brazfield, Joanna Gonzales, Leroy Brazfield Jr., Cindy Maes, Angela Hilburger, Gina Madrigal, Dawn Galaz, Erin Maes, and Nyree Maes; twenty seven great-grandchildren; three great-great grandchildren; as well as her brothers Julian and Joe Romero. Services will be held at St. Anne's Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal Road, S.W. Albuquerque, NM. A Viewing will take place on Monday, January 27, 2014 at 5:00pm. A Rosary will be recited at 6:00pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, January 28, 2014 at 9:00am. Interment will take place at Mount Calvary Cemetery, 1900 Edith Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM. Friends and family are invited to attend the reception following services at Cabezon Community Center, 2307 Cabezon Blvd NE, Rio Rancho, NM. Pallbearers will be Jeromy Brazfield, Joey Madrigal, Gabe Galaz, Christian Gonzales, Leroy Brazfield Jr., Albert Romero, Raymond Romero, and James Gonzales. In lieu of flowers you can make donations to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718 Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th Street NW, ABQ. 505-343-8008.
