CASTANEDA, PAUL Age 70, a resident of Espanola, passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2014 at the Heart Hospital of New Mexico in Albuquerque due to complications from Chronic Kidney Disease stemming from Rheumatic Heart Disease. Paul Castaneda was born in Mercedes, TX to Ben and Avelina (Avy) Castaneda y Galvan on June 18, 1943. He made his way to New Mexico being the son of an Army Soldier, graduating from Sandia High School in Albuquerque in 1963 and moving to Santa Cruz, where he met and married Candelaria (Candie) Romero on June 5, 1965 in Santa Cruz de la Canada Catholic Church. Paul Castaneda was preceded in death by his mother, Avelina Castaneda; father-in-law, Filadelfio Romero; mother-in-law, Filomena Romero; brother-in-law, Harold Romero and nephew, Orlando Romero. Mr. Castaneda is survived by his wife, Candie; father, Ben Castaneda; son, Paul F. and daughter, Michelle; brothers, Ben and Daniel Castaneda; sisters, Rebecca (Becky) Olivas and Mary Balzer; grandchildren, Brittani, Jordan, Austin, Kaleigh and Santiago; great-grandchildren, Logan and Levi. A rosary will be recited on Saturday, February 22, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. in the Sangre de Cristo Chapel of DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory. Mass of Christian burial to be celebrated on Saturday, February 22, 2014 at 12:30 p.m. at La Iglesia de Santa Cruz de la Canada. Burial will take place at a later date. Serving the family as pall bearers, Jordan Rivera, Austin Rivera, Jimmy Castaneda, Marvin Romero, Jr., and Wayne and David Martinez. Honorary pall bearers, Jacob (Tony) Olivas, Andrew Balzer, Logan and Levi Clabaugh, Santiago Castaneda, Harold Romero, Jr. and Isaac Carlos Romero. Memorials may be given to the Castaneda family, specifically Candie Castaneda of 1708 Greenfield Rd. Espanola, NM 87532. The family of Paul Castaneda wishes to extend our sincere thanks to Dr.'s Barry Ramo and Sean Mazer, and the numerous doctors, nurses and health care providers from the New Mexico Heart Institute and Heart Hospital of New Mexico in Albuquerque. Dr.'s Hunter Huston and Josef Stehlik and the numerous doctors, nurses and health care providers from the University of Utah Health Center, University of Utah Salt Lake City, UT. And Dr. Murray Ryan and the numerous doctors, nurses and health care providers from the Presbyterian Medical Group, Espanola and Albuquerque; as well as all of the Castaneda and Romero family members, dear friends, acquaintances and all loved ones and well-wishers. The family of Paul Castaneda has entrusted their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory of the Espanola Valley. 505-747-7477 www.devargasfuneral.com
CASTANEDA, PAUL Age 70, a resident of Espanola, passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2014 at the Heart Hospital of New Mexico in Albuquerque due to complications from Chronic Kidney Disease stemming from Rheumatic Heart Disease. Paul Castaneda was born in Mercedes, TX to Ben and Avelina (Avy) Castaneda y Galvan on June 18, 1943. He made his way to New Mexico being the son of an Army Soldier, graduating from Sandia High School in Albuquerque in 1963 and moving to Santa Cruz, where he met and married Candelaria (Candie) Romero on June 5, 1965 in Santa Cruz de la Canada Catholic Church. Paul Castaneda was preceded in death by his mother, Avelina Castaneda; father-in-law, Filadelfio Romero; mother-in-law, Filomena Romero; brother-in-law, Harold Romero and nephew, Orlando Romero. Mr. Castaneda is survived by his wife, Candie; father, Ben Castaneda; son, Paul F. and daughter, Michelle; brothers, Ben and Daniel Castaneda; sisters, Rebecca (Becky) Olivas and Mary Balzer; grandchildren, Brittani, Jordan, Austin, Kaleigh and Santiago; great-grandchildren, Logan and Levi. A rosary will be recited on Saturday, February 22, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. in the Sangre de Cristo Chapel of DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory. Mass of Christian burial to be celebrated on Saturday, February 22, 2014 at 12:30 p.m. at La Iglesia de Santa Cruz de la Canada. Burial will take place at a later date. Serving the family as pall bearers, Jordan Rivera, Austin Rivera, Jimmy Castaneda, Marvin Romero, Jr., and Wayne and David Martinez. Honorary pall bearers, Jacob (Tony) Olivas, Andrew Balzer, Logan and Levi Clabaugh, Santiago Castaneda, Harold Romero, Jr. and Isaac Carlos Romero. Memorials may be given to the Castaneda family, specifically Candie Castaneda of 1708 Greenfield Rd. Espanola, NM 87532. The family of Paul Castaneda wishes to extend our sincere thanks to Dr.'s Barry Ramo and Sean Mazer, and the numerous doctors, nurses and health care providers from the New Mexico Heart Institute and Heart Hospital of New Mexico in Albuquerque. Dr.'s Hunter Huston and Josef Stehlik and the numerous doctors, nurses and health care providers from the University of Utah Health Center, University of Utah Salt Lake City, UT. And Dr. Murray Ryan and the numerous doctors, nurses and health care providers from the Presbyterian Medical Group, Espanola and Albuquerque; as well as all of the Castaneda and Romero family members, dear friends, acquaintances and all loved ones and well-wishers. The family of Paul Castaneda has entrusted their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory of the Espanola Valley. 505-747-7477 www.devargasfuneral.com
BACA, ODELIO F. 1917 - 2014 Odelio F. Baca, age 96, a resident of Tome, NM passed away on Tuesday, February 18, 2014. Odelio was born and raised in the Tome and Adelino area. Odelio was a WWII veteran and was awarded the Purple Heart for the critical wounds he endured during the invasion in Normandy. When he returned home from the service, Odelio attended college under the GI Bill. He received his Bachelors of Science in Agriculture from NMSU. He was employed by the NM Extension Service as County Agent in Guadalupe and San Miguel County and later as State Extension Supervisor until his retirement. After retirement he returned to Adelino to farming and ranching which he enjoyed until his death. He was preceded in death by his parents, Doroteo and Ramoncita Vigil Baca; seven brothers and sisters, Manuel, Luis, Crestino, Antonio, Juan, Maria and Frank; two sisters, Chona Torres and Tillie Baca. Odelio is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Emilia Lopez Baca; two daughters, Vicky Baca & Bernadette Pumper and husband, Charles Pumper; one granddaughter "The Apple of his Eyes", Vanessa Callahan; and two special nephews, Ramon Torres and wife, Ana and Angelo Torres and wife, Rhonda. He is also survived by his brother-in-law, Tane Lopez; sister-in-law, Rita Sessy, Paulette Lopez, Onecima Duran. The Baca family would like to acknowledge his caretakers, Yuri and Edwin Ramos who provided love and care during his later years. All services will be held at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Tome, beginning with a Viewing on Sunday, February 23rd at 2:30 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 3:00 p.m. A Final Visitation will be held on Monday, February 24th at 9:30 a.m. with a Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. with Father Jose Hernandez presiding. Interment will be held at the Santa Fe National Cemetery on Tuesday, February 25th at 10:30 a.m. Sign Odelio's online tribute at 
ANDRADE, EDWARD J. Age 81, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, went home in the arms of his mother, Our Lady of Guadalupe, to be present with our Lord on Wednesday, February 19, 2014. Mr. Andrade is survived by his beloved wife of sixty-one years, Rosie; children, Mario Andrade, Roseann Fitzpatrick and husband, Randy, Steve Andrade and fiancee, Stephanie Apodaca, Lisa Bousek and husband, Matt, and Bernadette Marquez and fiance, Joseph Barela; sisters, Lucy and husband Frank, Loretta, Jennie and husband, Richard, Josephine, Rosario, and Lourdes; brothers, Sonny and wife, Anita, and Bobby and wife, Veronica, Joseph, and George; grandchildren, Roman, Emilio, Jarene, Frances, Brianna, Aveann, E.J., Ignacio, Angelique, Jovonne, Santiago, Faith, Nathan, Jose, and Donovan; six great-grandchildren; brothers in law and sisters in law, Frank and Margie, Gene and Gloria, George and Pam, Gilferd and Lucy, Lawrence and Seda, Todd and Dellie, and Anthony; and many other extended family members. Mr. Andrade was a member of the Catholic Church, a faithful servant of the Lord, a Eucharistic Minister for over thirty years, worked Cursillos and Encuentro, Marriage Enrichment and Encounters. Mr. Andrade retired from G.E. after thirty-one years and was a proud member of I. A. M. Machinist Union, Local 794. Visitation will be Monday, February 24, 2014 at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna NW from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 10:00 a.m. by his grandchildren; Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Roman Andrade, Emilio Andrade, E.J. Marquez, Ignacio Marquez, Brianna Bousek and Aveann Bousek. Please visit 
SANTISTEVAN, CHRISTOPHER JESSEE Christopher Jessee Santistevan left us on February 21, 2014. He brought much happiness, humor and most of all love for 29 years arriving here on January 17, 1985. His time here will be remembered by his witty sense of humor, his love of cycling, his passion for cooking which he mastered with gusto, his love of art, his love of fashion but most of all his love of music - oh the music - it was all of it. He leaves behind his loving Parents and Brother, Mom Marianne Santistevan; Dad Larry Santistevan; his Brother Patrick Santistevan; Very Dear Friend Holly Velarde; Puppy Winston; Uncle Randy Jesse of Albuquerque; Aunt Rosalind and Uncle Wes and Cousin Tiffany Wade of Dallas; Cousin Adam and Wife Renee Wade and Daughter Jessica of Glendale, Arizona; Grandparents Santiago and Nora Santistevan of Albuquerque; Tia Diane Naranjo of Espanola; Cousins Eliza and Everett Martinez of Espanola; and Second Cousins Ayesha and Tino (his bud) Martinez; Aunt Shirley and Uncle Jeff Geller of Albuquerque; Cousins Allen and Celina Geller of Albuquerque; and Second Cousins Noah and Lucia Geller, Brandon and Whitney Geller of Albuquerque. He also leaves behind a great many beloved friends he has impacted throughout his time here. Christopher will be joining Uncle Bob, Grandma and Grandpa Jesse and many other family members. Memorial service will be held at First Unitarian Church, 3701 Carlisle Blvd NE (SW corner of Comanche & Carlisle), Wednesday, 2/26/14, at 10am. Reception to follow the service. Funeral arrangements being handled by Daniels Family Funeral Services, (505) 884-1188.
MENDOZA, MANUEL Manuel Mendoza, a loving husband, father, and grandfather, died Saturday, February 22, 2014. He was 88 years old. Manuel died at his home in Rio Rancho, New Mexico surrounded by his family. Born January 1, 1926 in Trinidad, Colorado, Manuel was the third youngest of seven children. Growing up he was known as a great athlete and was offered a football scholarship, however he opted to early enlist in the US Army before he was 17 years old seeing tours in France and Germany. He was honorably discharged June 12, 1946 at the young age of 20. When he returned he married Mary H. Herrera whom he shared his life with for 64 years until her passing June 28, 2013. Together they raised their six children in Gallup, New Mexico. Never one to wait for opportunity to be handed to him, Manuel successfully worked several jobs, often simultaneously, from managing ordinance at Fort Wingate Army Depot, contracting with Mountain Bell Telephones, and starting his own cleaning service that he ran with his wife and children. He was also a lifelong Elk where he served as bartender and perfected his "Mint Grasshopper" cocktail, a hit with patrons and his family at Christmas time. Retiring to Rio Rancho in 1991, Manuel never slowed down. He remained an avid golfer and his abundance of charm and wit helped him quickly forge new relationships with almost everyone he met. Manuel was known to help his neighbors out by mowing their lawns and using his ingenuity to complete housing projects. He was always happy to spend time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, whether it was walking them to school or gently teasing them with a mischievous smile. Manuel left behind a legacy of good living, love, and achievement that will guide and inspire his family for decades to come. Manuel was preceded by his wife, Mary H. Mendoza, and sisters Socorro Smith, Ignacia Sanchez, Alice Macias, and brother Tereso Avila. Manuel is survived by his children Rita Vasquez, Benny Mendoza, Yolanda Mendoza, Janette Montano, Joan Shea, Lisa Rodriguez; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; as well as his sisters Lupe Henderson and Lucy Mihoin. The Rosary will be recited at 10:30 am with the Mass of Christian Burial following at 11:00 am, Thursday, February 27, 2014 at St. Stomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM. Interment to follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park, 4310 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM. To view information or leave a condolence please visit 
HENNIGAN, HARVEY LINDSEY Age 77, of Los Lunas, passed away on February 22, 2014 due to complications following a recent surgery. He was born in Florien, Louisiana on February 28, 1936 to Ira James and Madge Mae (Thomas) Hennigan. Harvey grew up in southeast Texas and moved to New Mexico in 1958 following his discharge from the US Navy, where he served as a Gunner's Mate aboard the USS Collett. He retired in 1995 as the Facilities Officer for Sunwest Bank/Bank of America, where he worked for more than thirty years. Harvey, a 32nd Degree Mason, was a member of the Santa Fe Lodge of Perfection. He enjoyed the outdoors and especially loved exploring the Jemez Mountains. Harvey was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Huey, James, Kalcie, and Aldon. He is survived by Marie, his wife of more than fifty-four years; daughter, Jodi Hennigan of Los Lunas; daughter, Bari Hennigan and husband Steven Davis of Dallas, TX; grandson, Seth Davis of Dallas, TX; step-grandson, Phillip Davis of Dallas, TX; sister, Veda Rawls of Woodville, TX; sister, Lucille Salter of Deweyville, TX; brother, Gayle Hennigan of Port Arthur, TX and many nieces and nephews. Services will be held on Friday, February 28, 2014, Harv's Birthday, 10:00 a.m., at FRENCH - University Chapel. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit on Thursday, February 27, 2014, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at FRENCH - University. Please visit the online guest book for Harvey at 
HALL, DAVID E. born on 8/17/62 and went to heaven on 2/12/14 to be with his loving Savior. David is survived by his loving wife Vianona Sissy Hall; daughter Sharron and husband Dana; three grandchildren Brian, Jaden and Jessy; son Christopher; mother Carol Hall; sister Connie War; and numerous aunts, uncles, nephew, nieces and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father Leslie B. Hall and brother Bill Hall. David was a jokester. He loved the Air Force and the National Guard. He served 22 years in the military and was a Tech Sgt. E6. He enjoyed flying and toured many countries but he liked Italy the most. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, shot his first bear in Washington. He enjoyed talking about his hunting and fishing adventures with his dad and brother. David and Sissy were together for 5 years, married for four years and they just celebrated their wedding anniversary on 1/21/14. They worked together, fished together and were very happy and very much in love. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. Services will be at Daniels Funeral Home, 3113 Carlisle NE, March 1, 2014 at 1:00pm.
BRUNACINI, JANICE MORRISON Age 66, a resident of Los Lunas passed away on 2/21/14. Janice was a member of Bosque Farms Rodeo Association, 4H Club and a volunteer at the Storehouse Food Bank. She was preceded in death by father Vern Morrison, mother Goldie Morrison and brother Ron Morrison. She is survived by her twin sister Janet Morrison; brother Richard Morrison and wife; sons Jack and Robert Brunacini; four grandchildren; and friend Jack Brunacini Sr.; dear friend Dean Hart; sister Francis Brock and husband; dogs Gianni and the bullies. She will be greatly missed and remembered as a strong and caring mother, grandmother, sister and friend. The service will be held on Tuesday, February 25, 2014, 11:00am, First Baptist Church, 9 Las Chavez Loop Belen, NM.
WELLSTOOD, MICHAEL Age 54, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 23, 2014, after a brief illness. He is survived by his loving wife of 27 years, Belinda Lueker and his beloved animals; his mother, Janice Wellstood; his brother, Robert Wellstood, Jr.; and nieces, Destiny Wellstood and Paige Tharp. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Wellstood, Sr. Michael loved life to the fullest and will be greatly missed by all. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Michael's life will be held at a later date. Please visit the online guest book for Michael at 
UNDERWOOD, CARL Age 67, resident of Albuquerque since 1972, went home to be with the Lord Jesus on Monday, February 24, 2014. He is survived by his wife Kathy of Albuquerque; his children Jacob Underwood and step-son Anthony (Pamela) Garcia; granddaughter Elli; sisters Lynn Astiz and Zana (Chip) Davis; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Dr. and Mrs. C. Z. Underwood and his aunt Earl Lee Anders. Carl served his country with the US Navy. He was an avid sportsman especially hunting and fishing. Services will be held on Thursday, February 27, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. at Hoffmantown Church, Harper and Ventura. Visitation will begin at 12 noon at the church. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Don Hall, Dave Love, Pat Jaramillo, Jason Astiz, Phillip Astiz and Cody Davis. Should friends desire memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army, 4301 Bryn Mawr Dr. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107. Please visit our online guestbook for Carl at 
