HARDING, JOE D. October 24, 1927 - February 5, 2014 Joe Doyas Harding, age 86, of Moriarty, NM peacefully passed away on February 5, 2014 in Albuquerque, NM. Joe was born October 24, 1927 in Cullman County, Alabama to John Thomas and Vernie Bell Harding. Joe was a member of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church. Joe proudly served his country for fifteen years beginning with the US Merchant Marines serving on the SS Drury Bluff in WWII from 1944-1947. From 1947-1959, Joe served with the First Guided Missile Group "D" 5th Missile Battalion, Niki-Hercules as Sergeant First Class US Army. Joe was a member of the "Ancient and Honorable Order of the Oozlefinch," Ooozlefinchling Gunner under Major General Robert Woods and Major General Sam C. Russell, Fort Bliss, Texas. Joe was preceded in death by his loving wife of 60 years, Olivia Grace Harding; his parents; and siblings, Wayne Harding, Ada Hargis, Venice Schultz, and Iva Mae Kornick. He is survived by his children John and his wife Loraine Harding, Richard and his wife Dollie Harding, and Barbara and her husband Tom Christian; grandchildren Lawrence and Sonia Harding, Lee and Christy Harding, JD Harding, Richard and Cristy Harding Jr., Angel and Joey Duran, Vernie Christian, and Tommy and Carolyn Christian; great-grandchildren Vincent Christian, Julia Grace Christian, and three on the way (two to be born in February and one due in June); numerous nieces and nephews who he adored and loved; and his loving pet "dawg," Sparky. There will be a Rosary recited on Sunday, February 9, 2014 at 7:00PM at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church in Moriarty, NM. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, February 10, 2014 at 10:00AM also at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church with Fr. Robert Lancaster officiating. Pallbearers will be Lawrence Harding, Lee Harding, JD Harding, Richard Harding Jr., Joey Duran, Thomas Christian Jr., Thomas Schultz and Jake Schultz. Burial will follow at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Cemetery.
HARDING, JOE D. October 24, 1927 - February 5, 2014 Joe Doyas Harding, age 86, of Moriarty, NM peacefully passed away on February 5, 2014 in Albuquerque, NM. Joe was born October 24, 1927 in Cullman County, Alabama to John Thomas and Vernie Bell Harding. Joe was a member of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church. Joe proudly served his country for fifteen years beginning with the US Merchant Marines serving on the SS Drury Bluff in WWII from 1944-1947. From 1947-1959, Joe served with the First Guided Missile Group "D" 5th Missile Battalion, Niki-Hercules as Sergeant First Class US Army. Joe was a member of the "Ancient and Honorable Order of the Oozlefinch," Ooozlefinchling Gunner under Major General Robert Woods and Major General Sam C. Russell, Fort Bliss, Texas. Joe was preceded in death by his loving wife of 60 years, Olivia Grace Harding; his parents; and siblings, Wayne Harding, Ada Hargis, Venice Schultz, and Iva Mae Kornick. He is survived by his children John and his wife Loraine Harding, Richard and his wife Dollie Harding, and Barbara and her husband Tom Christian; grandchildren Lawrence and Sonia Harding, Lee and Christy Harding, JD Harding, Richard and Cristy Harding Jr., Angel and Joey Duran, Vernie Christian, and Tommy and Carolyn Christian; great-grandchildren Vincent Christian, Julia Grace Christian, and three on the way (two to be born in February and one due in June); numerous nieces and nephews who he adored and loved; and his loving pet "dawg," Sparky. There will be a Rosary recited on Sunday, February 9, 2014 at 7:00PM at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church in Moriarty, NM. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, February 10, 2014 at 10:00AM also at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church with Fr. Robert Lancaster officiating. Pallbearers will be Lawrence Harding, Lee Harding, JD Harding, Richard Harding Jr., Joey Duran, Thomas Christian Jr., Thomas Schultz and Jake Schultz. Burial will follow at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Cemetery.
GATT, ADRIANNA BELEN Age 23, passed away Saturday, February 1, 2014. She was born November 8, 1990 in Albuquerque, NM to parents, Marla F. Perez and David M. Gatt. She was well known for her artistic style. She was preceded in death by brother, Nikolas Ventura-Arencon, and grandfather, Astolfo Perez. Adrianna is survived by her daughter, Charlotte Pearl Swanson; her mother, Marla Perez; father, David Gatt and wife, Rita; step-father, Vicente Trujillo and wife Jennifer; brothers, Michael J. Trujillo and Page Gatt; sisters, Halo Gatt and Ruby Gatt; grandparents: Richard Gatt and wife Charlotte, grandparents Lydia Perez-Romo, and husband, Sam; uncles and aunts, Steve Gatt and partner Jimmy, Victoria Gatt, Nina Armijo and husband Jose, Lisa Perez-Sandoval and husband Sam, and Ana Horner and husband, Scott. She will be greatly missed by numerous cousins, aunts, uncles, relatives, friends and all that knew and loved her. A Rosary will be recited Sunday, February 9, 2014 at 5:00 p.m. at Daniels Family Funeral Services - Wyoming Chapel, 7601 Wyoming NE, Albuquerque, NM. A Memorial Service will be held Monday, February 10, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at Desert Springs Church, 705 Osuna Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to New Mexico Educators Federal Credit Union to the "Adrianna Gatt Memorial Fund" to benefit daughter Charlotte Swanson. To view information or leave a condolence please visit 
VALDEZ, EUGENE &Quot;GENE&Quot; Age 71, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, was embraced by the Lord and taken to Eternal Rest, Tuesday, February 4, 2014. He was born in Fort Collins, CO and was a resident of Albuquerque, NM. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mike Sr. and Elvira Valdez; and a brother, Mike Valdez, Jr. Gene is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Leonarda "Leo" Valdez; his children, Natalie Gamberg and husband Keith of Las Vegas, NV, Walter Valdez of Fort Collins, CO, Zachary Valdez and wife Jill also of Fort Collins, CO; his precious grandchildren, Bailey and Rachel Gamberg, Mason and Amanda Valdez. Also surviving are his siblings, Jim (Bernice) Valdez of Las Vegas, NV, Carmen (Si) Barela of Fort Collins, CO, Victor (Veronica) Valdez of Fort Collins, CO, Tony (Mary Ann) Valdez of Mesquite, NV, Ralph (Cindy) Valdez also of Fort Collins, CO; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Gene will be greatly missed by his loving family and by those whose hearts he touched. At Gene's request, a cremation has taken place, and a Memorial Service will be conducted at a later time. To view or sign Gene's guest book, please visit 
TORRES, VERA Age 86, passed away Thursday, February 6, 2014. She was born March 6, 1927 in Santa Rita, NM to Cruz Ponce and Elisa Rael-Gonzales. Vera dearly loved her family; her favorite pastime was crocheting. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Juan J. Torres. She is survived by her children: Theresa Miranda and husband, Phil; Johnny Torres and wife, Sinfer; Alice Garcia and husband, Clemente, and Robert Torres and wife Lisa; 16 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren. A Visitation will be held Tuesday, February 11, 2014 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary being recited at 7:00 p.m. at Daniels Family Funeral Services - Southern Chapel, 2400 Southern Blvd SE, Rio Rancho, NM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday, February 12, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at The Church of the Incarnation, 2309 Monterrey Rd NE, Rio Rancho, NM. Interment to follow at 12:45 p.m., Santa Fe National Cemetery. To view information or leave a condolence please visit 
TAFOYA, RICHARD R. Age 79, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away Wednesday, February 5, 2014. Richard is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Siggi Tafoya; three daughters, Carmela Tafoya and her partner Sharon Au, Lisa Tafoya and Debbie Loftin; one grandson, Miles Loftin; niece Rosie Marujo; family in Germany, brother-in-law Gerth Ackermann and two nephews Jason and Brian Ackermann, their families and loved ones. Service will be held on February 10, 2014at 6:00 p.m. at Chapel of Angels at Garcia Mortuary. Interment to be held at Santa Fe National Cemetery on Tuesday, February 11, 2014 at 9:45 a.m. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the charity of your choice. To view information or leave a condolence please visit 
SAIS, EDDIE O. Edward O. Sais: Age 91; Born in Kelly, NM, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2014, Albuquerque NM. Eddie was a beloved brother, uncle and American WW2 Hero. Eddie received the Bronze Star Medal for heroic acts while under enemy fire that saved many lives. Eddie was a very strong willed man, had a great sense of humor, and loved spending time with his family and friends. Eddie is survived by two sisters, Dolores Hoglan (Ken) and Lilli Meek (David); among many nieces and nephews. We will dearly miss Eddie, our Brother, Uncle and Friend. Eddie's interment service will be held February 14, 2014, promptly at 1:30 in the Santa Fe National Cemetery: 501 N. Guadalupe St, 87501. (Neptune Society, Ph #505-884-4057).
RUNKLE, HERB Age 79, a resident of Albuquerque, was born on February 25, 1934 and passed away peacefully February 6, 2014 with his family around him. He is survived by his wife, Cathy; his daughters, Kathy Sager and husband, Brett, Rebecca Sanchez and husband, Victor; his son Sam Runkle and wife, Sherry; his mother in law, Mae Naranjo; his grandchildren, Ryan, Delaney, Jack, Lucas and many other family and friends. Herb was preceded in death by his parents, Ivan and Ruth Runkle. He was a member of the Lowflyers Car Club and retired from BLM as a Civil Engineer. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather and will be dearly missed. A Celebration of Life will be Sunday, February 9, 2014, 2:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Lomas. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Animal Humane New Mexico, 615 Virginia St. SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. Please visit our online guest book for Herb at 
ROSS, RICHARD J. &Quot;DICK&Quot; Age 84, a resident of Albuquerque since 1978, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, January 28, 2014. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Nancy Ross; daughters, Miriam R. Ashton and husband, Geoffrey, and Rachel A. Ross; grandsons, Horatio J. Ashton and Noah G. Ashton; sisters, Florence Przbyla, Virginia Allen, and Loretta Harris. Dick served in the US Air Force and worked for the VA Hospital for 15 years. He was an avid gardener. He was a lifelong learner, avid reader always interested in new things. Cremation has taken place and interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Please visit our online guest book for Dick at 
MERREIGHN, DOUGLAS LYNN Douglas L Merreighn, age 53, of Albuquerque, NM, died at 1:10pm on Sunday, February 2, 2014 at Presbyterian Hospital. He was born May 24, 1960 in Albuquerque, the son of Merle and Mabel Merreighn, the youngest of his siblings. A lifetime resident, he was a Journeyman Electrician for 33 years, honor student at Sandia High, gifted athlete, wood sculptor and musician (guitar). His parents preceded him in death. Surviving are his wife Anna of 22 years; daughter Candra Bergerons of Jaffrey, NH; and sisters Patricia Phillips of Albuquerque, Barbara Lommen of Montgomery, AL, and Merlene Merreighn of Albuquerque; two grandchildren; and nieces and nephews, some who were close in age to his own. Prayers from family and friends near and far, surround him. What made Doug special was his off-beat sense of humor, spiritualness, humble of heart and a good soul. Quote - Rumi "Close your mouth and open it beyond, and in the nowhere air will be your song." Cremation at Riverside Funeral Home.
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: 
MAESTAS, NEYDA July 21, 1925 - February 6, 2014 It is with great sadness that the family of Neyda Maestas, beloved and cherished wife, mother, grandmother and great- grandmother, announce the passing after a long illness at the age of 88. Neyda was raised in Canon, New Mexico. Neyda and her husband Herman traveled and lived throughout the world as Herman served in the military.They returned to Albuquerque after retiring from the military in 1963. Rosary will be recited on Sunday, February 9, 2014 at 4:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Lomas with visitation one hour prior. Burial will be on Thursday, February 13, 2014 at 3:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Neyda will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 67 years, Herman Maestas, and their six children, Clara Meyer and husband Greg Meyer, Tom Maestas, Mike Maestas, George Maestas and wife Lillian Maestas, Theresa Simoes and husband Anthony Simoes, Robert Maestas and wife Susan Maestas (Wilson); her two sisters Laura Martinez and Carmilita Garcia and by her 13 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and many numerous relatives and friends. She will be truly missed by all. We would like to thank the staff at Clairebridge at Brookdale and Hospice of New Mexico for their wonderful care. We would also like to thank Dr. Stanoli for his expertise and kindness. Please visit the online guestbook for Neyda at 
