HAYES, H. MICHAEL (MIKE) H. Michael Hayes (Mike) of Westminster, a retired University of Colorado at Denver professor and former General Electric manager, died February 4, 2014. He was 87 years old. Mike was born March 11, 1926, in Los Angeles. On August 3, 1946, he married Neola J. Becker, with whom he shared his life for 52 years. She preceded him in death on May 1, 2000. He was also preceded in death by his son, Stephen E. Hayes, and granddaughter, Alison L. Hayes. Mike is survived by his fiancee Darlee Whiting; sister Kathleen Newcomb; son Dick Hayes; grandchildren Douglas Hayes, Lindsey Daly (Trevor), and Gregory Hayes; four great-grandchildren Devon and Kaylie Hayes, Evan and Clare Daly. During World War II, he served in the U.S. Navy after completing his university studies in the V-12 program. He was commissioned and served as an assistant navigator and landing craft boatman on a troop transport ship bringing military personnel home at the conclusion of World War II. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of New Mexico in 1945 and a Ph.D. in Business Administration from the University of Michigan in 1977. For twenty seven years, he worked for General Electric in industrial sales and sales management and as Manager of Executive Education. In 1983, he joined the University of Colorado at Denver as Professor of Marketing and Strategic Management, retiring as Professor Emeritus in 1996. From 1988 to 1989, he was a visiting professor at IMEDE in Lausanne, Switzerland. In 1994 and 1997, he was a visiting professor at Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland. He authored and coauthored a number of articles, cases, and a text book, "Business Marketing: A Global Perspective." Mike was active in numerous professional organizations, including the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers, the American Marketing Association, the Academy of Management, and the National Association of Purchasing Management. He was a longtime Rotarian, having served as President of both the Westminster Rotary Club and the Westminster 7:10 Rotary Club. He also served as the District Governor for District 5450 in 2002/2003. Mike loved traveling, the Colorado Symphony, spending time with his family and friends, and philosophizing on life and politics. He will be missed dearly. Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, February 9, 2014, at 1:00pm at The Ranch Country Club, 11887 Tejon Street, Westminster, Colorado. Interment will be held Tuesday, February 11, 2014 at 11:30am, Staging Area "B", at Fort Logan National Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Westminster 7:10 Rotary Foundation, PO Box 350141, Westminster, CO 80035, or the American Cancer Society, 2255 S. Oneida Street, Denver, CO 80224. Please share condolences at
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KREIDER, CAROL FAY Carol Fay Kreider, 53, of Albuquerque, went to be with the Lord on Feb. 4, 2014. She was born to Clarence and Isabell Amen, Oct. 3, 1960, in Sterling, CO. Carol graduated from Merino High School in 1979 and went on to become a successful saleswoman, mother, grandmother and friend to many. Carol loved helping others, ministering and sharing her testimony. She was preceded in death by her father, Clarence Amen. Carol is survived by her mother Isabell Amen of Sterling, CO; husband Abe Kreider of Albuquerque, NM; son Erik County and expectant wife Laura of Houston, TX; daughter Natasha Kreider of Albuquerque, NM; and step-daughter Heather Hull, her husband Chad and two sons Jakob and Collin of Jamestown, TN. Carol is also survived by one brother and three sisters: Kayle Amen of Borrego Springs, CA; Dale Amen of Arriba, CO; Paula Albrandt of Merino, CO; Brenda Lauer of Atwood, CO; their spouses and children. A Celebration of Life ceremony will be held at New Life City, 4830 Pan American Fwy on Sat., Feb. 8 at 10:00A.M. Officiate will be Pastor Alan Hawkins and all family and friends are welcome to attend.
HART, JOHN MCKINLEY a lifelong resident of New Mexico, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 4, 2014. A loving, dedicated husband and father, he is survived by his wife of 62 years, Ann; sons, Charles, Lee, and John, all living in Albuquerque; and nephews, Roger and Rodney. He was preceded in death by his brother, Edward James Hart; his wife, Jean; and son, Robert. John was born in Albuquerque on July 6, 1924. He attended Albuquerque High School, Baylor University, and University of New Mexico receiving degrees in Business Management, and Health and Physical Education. He was a letterman football player at all three schools while also enjoying competitive softball and skiing with his family. He was an avid Lobo football/basketball fan and contributor, regularly attending their games. John proudly served as a Lieutenant in the US Navy for three years of active duty and 20 years of reserve service. After enjoying work for 39 years at Sandia National Laboratories, he retired as Manager of their Purchasing Department. John was a gentle, kind, and loving person who left an indelible impression on all whom he touched. He will be truly missed. Memorial Service will be held Tuesday, February 22, 2014, 11:00 a.m.., Sandia Presbyterian Church, 10704 Paseo del Norte Blvd. NE, followed by a reception at the church. The family request in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer's Assn. NM Chapter, (www.alz.org/newmexico) or the Animal Humane Society of NM (www.animalhumanenm.org). Please visit our online guestbook for John at 
CORDOVA, ISMAEL &Quot;SMILEY&Quot; 1935 - 2014 Ismael "Smiley" Cordova, age 78, a resident of Belen, NM passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Wednesday, February 5, 2014. He was born on May 17, 1935 in Los Chavez. Smiley owned and operated Belen Consumer Finance for 25 years. He was an active parishioner at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. He and Kandy served together at the church up until his illness. He was an original cast member of Los Pastores de Belen for more than 30 years. Smiley proudly served in the United States Army National Guard. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Elks Lodge, Moose Lodge, and the Valencia County Sheriff's Posse. Smiley took pleasure in talking to folks and discussing their ancestry. He enjoyed family reunions and talking about the good old days in Los Chavez. He loved his horses, classic cars, classic movies, and classic music - most notably, Gene Autry. Most of all he loved helping those in need and he loved his family and brought much love, loyalty, and generosity to their lives. He was preceded in death by his parents, Cristobal and Placida Gabaldon Cordova. Smiley is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Kandy Cordova; daughters, Pamela and Sharon Cordova; sons, Christopher and Joe Cordova; daughter-in-law, Bernadine Cordova; grandchildren, Christopher Cordova Jr., Marysa Cordova, Maria Cordova Brown, Noah Cordova; sister, Nila Romero, and beloved nieces, nephews, and good friends. All services will be held at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church, beginning with a Viewing on Sunday, February 9, at 5:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 6:00 p.m. A Final Viewing will be held on Monday, February 10, at 9:00 a.m. with a Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. with Father Stephen Schultz presiding. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Belen Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Tony Mora, Charlie Carrejo, Gilbert Chavez, Christopher Cordova Jr., Leo Chavez, and Joe Tarin. Honorary Pallbearers will be George Chavez, Al Padilla, Ita Archibeque, Dennis Luna, and Mike Melendez. Sign Smiley's online tribute at 
BENAVIDEZ, MARIO MIGUEL Mario M. Benavidez went home to be with his Heavenly Father on Thursday, January 30, 2014. He had a brilliant mind and the golden and courageous heart of a LION. He loved with passion and was loved passionately by his wife, three beautiful daughters, and everyone who was blessed with his one-of-a-kind way of establishing deep relationships with others. He spent endless afternoons at the park with his three daughters and cooked breakfast for them daily. He used his 2004 UNM law degree to counsel many friends and family and answered his calling to strengthen the struggling and underserved through his service on the YDI Board of Directors, as an advocate for access to justice, working for NM Voices for Children, in running a youth detention center mentorship program, as an actor in many local theater productions, and in being such a revered friend to so many. He was a hero to his daughters, his wife, his twin brother Javier (who he consoled on the first day of preschool by reading to), his Mom, and the countless lives in which he had a deeply positive impact. He was predeceased by his Dad Eddie Benavidez, dear cousin Hector DeLeon, sister-in-law Maria Elena, several uncles, and cousins. He is survived by soul-mate wife Sylvia; three treasured daughters Naylani (4), Giada (2), and Milania (1); his twin brother Javier with whom he had a sacred relationship; his unconditionally loving Mama Margaret; his adoring in-laws Silvie and Bella; his respecting brother in-law Silvie, his revering sisters-in law Krystal and Ann Marie, his admiring niece Annalysa (11), his name-sake nephew Mario (6), his loving baby nephew Elias (1), and many cherished friends and family members too numerous to list but not forgotten. A memorial service will be held this Saturday, Feb. 8th at 9:00AM at Victory Outreach Church of Albuquerque, 1404 Lead Ave SE, ABQ, NM 87106. He will be laid to rest at 11:30AM at Mount Calvary Cemetery, 1900 Edith Blvd. NE, ABQ, NM 87102, followed by a gathering for all friends and family at 12:30PM at the Wool Warehouse in Downtown Albuquerque, 516 1st Street. Mario genuinely loved others, is now in the loving arms of Jesus, and will be surrounding us all, especially his three beloved little ones, with his remarkable strength going forward. Gifts to the "Benavidez Family Fund" at 
ROY, MARY N. &Quot;MARY DE&Quot; Age 73, resided in Albuquerque since 2004, passed away Jan 31, 2014. Mary is survived by her husband Gerard Roy; brother Andrew Defrancesco wife Tanya; brother Guy Defrancesco wife Dorothy; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her sister Rosemarie Ruggerio. Mary graduated from East Boston High School, Boston Mass. Mary was a life long student continually taking classes at colleges and vocational schools. Mary's career included working for: U.S. Ministries in Bonn Germany, Victoria Station Inc, Ca., Komastu American Corp, San Francisco Ca, la Petite Boulangerie San Francisco Ca, Christian Bros Winery Napa Ca. Mary held a cosmetology license in California and New Mexico. Mary was an English instructor for Berlitx Language Schools until the time of her death. Mary`s love of the theater arts provided her the opportunity to perform summer stock on the East Coast from Framington to Cape Cod. Mary was a soloist performing at the Fairmont Hotel, St Francis Hotel and the Carnelian Room all of San Francisco, Ca. Mary sang, danced, produced, directed and wrote scripts while living in Northern California. Mary was a member of Cinnabar Theater Petaluma Ca and Novato Community Theater Novato Ca. Past President of Petaluma Historical Library and Museum Petaluma Ca. Mary and her husband retired to New Mexico and immediately immersed them selves in the golfing community. Family requests in lieu of flowers that donations be made to: PETA People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals 501 Front St., Norfolk, VA 23510 
MCLAUGHLIN, HOMER CHARLES JR. Homer Charles McLaughlin Jr. passed away at noon on February 1, 2014. He was born on August 2, 1927 in Duncan, OK, to Homer Charles McLaughlin & Maurine Kendrick McLaughlin. Charles attended Duncan schools until he went to Oklahoma Military Academy in Claremore in the ninth grade for high school and junior college, graduating in 1945. He attended Oklahoma State University in Stillwater and earned B.S. and M.S. degrees with a major in organic chemistry. Charles served in the Army after he graduated, and after his term, he started work in the Research Lab at Halliburton. After retiring from Halliburton as a Senior Research Chemist, he attended Cameron University in Lawton, Oklahoma and received a B.S. with a major in business. For several years, he had a private practice as a licensed CPA, doing taxes and audits. Charles continued in the Army Reserve, reaching the rank of Colonel, and retired in 1987. His many professional affiliations included member of the Oklahoma Society of Certified Public Accountants, American Chemical Society, American Institute of Mining, Metallurgical and Petroleum Engineers, and Santa Fe Chapter of the Military Order of the World Wars. Charles was on the board of Santa Fe Pro Musica for over five years. He and Johnanna were patrons of the Santa Fe Opera for over 25 years. They were members of the Church of the Holy Faith, where Charles served as Treasurer and Senior Warden. He and his wife Johnanna bought a summer home in Santa Fe after Charles' retirement and eventually moved here full time. Charles loved music (especially opera), astronomy, and chess. He spent most of his life playing chess, and he taught it to high school students in Duncan. He is survived by his wife, Johnanna Jones McLaughlin of Santa Fe, and his daughter, Melody Maurine McLaughlin of Richardson, Texas. A memorial service is planned for April or May in Duncan, Oklahoma. More information will be available at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be sent to the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation, 825 NE 13th Street, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73104-9930. Berardinelli Family Funeral Service 1399 Luisa Street Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 984-8600 Please sign our guestbook for the family at: 
LEE, GERALD WAYNE Sept 24, 1942 - Feb 4, 2014 Gerald Wayne Lee of Edgewood, NM, passed away on Feb 4, 2014, at the age of 71. Gerald is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Lynn Lee. His children Mike and wife Patsy Lee, Justin and wife Shawna Lee, and Kimberly Clark. His grandchildren Amber Lee, Luther Lee and Ashley Mills, Ashley Lee, Alisha Lee, Kyle Lee, Brianna Lee, Jeremiah Brown, Gage Brown, Taylor Brown, Ian Brown, Wyatt Clark, Hailey Clark and Makenzie Clark. His great-grandchildren Mike Lee, Samantha Lee, JayLynn Lee and Benjamin Brown. His two sisters Rita Russell and Ruby Killian. Gerald was preceded by Bob Lee. Gerald was born in Clovis, NM on Sept. 24, 1942. He worked on dairy farms growing up and at the age of 19 started his career as a truck driver. He drove his truck with a steady hand and nerves of steel. He received many awards for his superior driving skills. Gerald retired in 2012, spending time with his family, enjoying his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He loved to garden. Gerald was a kind, thoughtful, honest man that gave you his word and meant it. His family will always cherish every moment they spent with him and have lots of memories. Gerald will be dearly missed and always be in our hearts. Services will be held on February 8, 2014 at Moriarty Civic Center, 201 S Broadway from 10am to 2pm. In lieu of flowers, an account has been set up at Wells Fargo for the family.
JONES, SHARON LYNN She lost her short but hard fought battle with cancer. Sharon peacefully transitioned at home surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Mary Evelyn Siegrist; her brothers, LaVern and Don Siegrist. She leaves to cherish her memories, her husband of 42 years, Adrian K. Jones; daughter Angela (David) Sanchez; sons, Jason and Anthony (Julie) Jones; grandchildren, Leilani and Makai Sanchez, and Jayden Jones; sisters, Pat Korniak and Marilyn Black; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the UNM Cancer Research.
