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RIVERA, GUADALUPE REVEREND FR. Our beloved brother, uncle, friend, and Shepherd to many people, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, February 22, 2014. He was preceded in death by his parents Teofilo and Estanislada Rivera; brothers Manuel, George, and Ted Rivera; sisters Margaret Rivera, Barbara Dostalik, Julia Silva, and Sadie Padilla; and two nephews and one niece. Those left behind to cherish his memories are his sisters Jenny Romero and Marguerite Geissler (Henry); 34 nieces and nephews; and Florence Quintana, relative, friend and neighbor who, together with her mother, graciously and generously allowed Fr. Rivera to build his house upon their property. Since his retirement, Fr. Rivera was grateful and thankful for the love, care, and support given by Florence. Fr. Rivera was born on February 28, 1920 and raised in Sile, New Mexico. He was ordained on June 4, 1949, following studies at Lourdes School in Albuquerque and St. Thomas Seminary in Denver, Colorado. His career as a priest has been devoted to the northern part of New Mexico. His first assignment as a priest was June 27, 1949 as Parochial Vicar Protem at Our Lady of Sorrows Church in Las Vegas, NM. On October 22, 1949, he was appointed Parochial Vicar at the same parish. On May 1, 1950, he was appointed Administrator of Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish in Sapello and served until February 28, 1951, when he was appointed Administrator of St. Anthony's Church in Penasco. On January 1, 1954, he was appointed Pastor of the Parish, which he served until March 17, 1958, at which time he was appointed Pastor of San Juan Nepomuceno Church in El Rito. That assignment lasted until May 5, 1961, when he was assigned Pastor of Sacred Heart Parish in Nambe. In 1966, Archbishop James Peter Davis assigned him Pastor of Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Pojoaque. While there, he was instrumental in building the new Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, rectory, and the youth and CCD centers in the Parish. In May 16, 1972, he was honored with appointment as Pastor of St. Anne Parish in Santa Fe. He was thrilled and honored to have served this Parish until his retirement. On January 17, 1992, permission was granted to retire by Archbishop Robert F. Sanchez and the Personnel Board from the Pastorship of St. Anne Parish, effective May 15, 1992. Other assignments were Archdiocesan Consultor in August of 1974 for three years. In September 1, 1977, he was reappointed Archdiocesan Consultor to a one year term. In December of 1989, he was appointed as a member to the Archdiocesan Personnel Board. Since his retirement, he had been blessed with good health and a very joyful and happy retirement. Occasionally, he assisted some of the pastors in the Archdiocese. He also enjoyed playing cards (CunCan), eating out with family and friends, reading, listening to music, and "visiting" the casinos. He will always be grateful and thankful for the love and support given to him by the Archbishops, Priests, Deacons, Sisters, Brothers, and the People of God. The challenges were many and the tasks not easy but working together and under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, his vocation as a priest was very fulfilling and a BLESSING. The family wishes to thank Annabelle Silva, Florence Quintana, and Orlinda Torres for the loving and compassionate care they provided to Father on a daily basis and caregivers Teresa Griego and Diane C. Perkins, for the tenderness and companionship provided this past year. A rosary will be held Thursday, February 27, 2014 at 7:00 p.m., with public visitation beginning at 6:30 p.m. at St. Anne Parish. A public visitation will be held on Friday, February 28, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. (on his birthday) where a Mass of Christian burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. at The Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi. Following the Mass, Fr. Rivera will be taken to his final resting place at Rosario Cemetery. A reception will follow at the Fr. Guadalupe Rivera Parish Hall at St. Anne Parish. Serving as Pallbearers are: Frank Silva, George Rivera, Jr., Ted Rivera, III., David Romero, Charlie Padilla, and Patrick Geissler. Honorary Pallbearer is Gilbert Silva. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Anne Church, 511 Alicia St., Santa Fe, NM 87501. Berardinelli Family Funeral Service 1399 Luisa Street Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 984-8600 Please sign our guestbook for the family at:
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THURMAN, CHARLES S. was born to May and O.O Thurman, May 13, 1927 in Muskogee, Oklahoma. He attended school in Oklahoma and Charles Honorably served his country in the CB's attached to the US Navy, from 1945 to 1948. In 1949 he moved to Albuquerque to attend the University of New Mexico. After retirement from the food industry, Charles enjoyed driving limousines on part time basis. As well, he was active at Hope E.U.V Church in recent years. Charles was preceded in death by his parents and by his brother, Richard, of Oklahoma City. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Joan; daughters, Cathy and husband Jerry Standrich, Carla and husband Douglas Ivie; five grandchildren; four great granddaughters; several nieces and nephews, as well as other family members and friends who loved and will miss him. A Memorial Service will be held at Berean Baptist Church, 3800 Eubank NE. (505-299-4151), on Thursday, February 27, 2014 at 10:30 am. Pastors Don Wheatland and Mike Linville will officiate. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to the New Mexico Boys Ranch, "The Ranches", 6209 Hendrix Rd. NE, 2FL. Albuquerque, NM 87110-1334 or to the Alzheimer's Association, 9500 Montgomery Blvd NE #121, Albuquerque, NM 87111. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008.
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.
RIVERA, GUADALUPE REVEREND FR. Our beloved brother, uncle, friend, and Shepherd to many people, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, February 22, 2014. He was preceded in death by his parents Teofilo and Estanislada Rivera; brothers Manuel, George, and Ted Rivera; sisters Margaret Rivera, Barbara Dostalik, Julia Silva, and Sadie Padilla; and two nephews and one niece. Those left behind to cherish his memories are his sisters Jenny Romero and Marguerite Geissler (Henry); 34 nieces and nephews; and Florence Quintana, relative, friend and neighbor who, together with her mother, graciously and generously allowed Fr. Rivera to build his house upon their property. Since his retirement, Fr. Rivera was grateful and thankful for the love, care, and support given by Florence. Fr. Rivera was born on February 28, 1920 and raised in Sile, New Mexico. He was ordained on June 4, 1949, following studies at Lourdes School in Albuquerque and St. Thomas Seminary in Denver, Colorado. His career as a priest has been devoted to the northern part of New Mexico. His first assignment as a priest was June 27, 1949 as Parochial Vicar Protem at Our Lady of Sorrows Church in Las Vegas, NM. On October 22, 1949, he was appointed Parochial Vicar at the same parish. On May 1, 1950, he was appointed Administrator of Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish in Sapello and served until February 28, 1951, when he was appointed Administrator of St. Anthony's Church in Penasco. On January 1, 1954, he was appointed Pastor of the Parish, which he served until March 17, 1958, at which time he was appointed Pastor of San Juan Nepomuceno Church in El Rito. That assignment lasted until May 5, 1961, when he was assigned Pastor of Sacred Heart Parish in Nambe. In 1966, Archbishop James Peter Davis assigned him Pastor of Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Pojoaque. While there, he was instrumental in building the new Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, rectory, and the youth and CCD centers in the Parish. In May 16, 1972, he was honored with appointment as Pastor of St. Anne Parish in Santa Fe. He was thrilled and honored to have served this Parish until his retirement. On January 17, 1992, permission was granted to retire by Archbishop Robert F. Sanchez and the Personnel Board from the Pastorship of St. Anne Parish, effective May 15, 1992. Other assignments were Archdiocesan Consultor in August of 1974 for three years. In September 1, 1977, he was reappointed Archdiocesan Consultor to a one year term. In December of 1989, he was appointed as a member to the Archdiocesan Personnel Board. Since his retirement, he had been blessed with good health and a very joyful and happy retirement. Occasionally, he assisted some of the pastors in the Archdiocese. He also enjoyed playing cards (CunCan), eating out with family and friends, reading, listening to music, and "visiting" the casinos. He will always be grateful and thankful for the love and support given to him by the Archbishops, Priests, Deacons, Sisters, Brothers, and the People of God. The challenges were many and the tasks not easy but working together and under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, his vocation as a priest was very fulfilling and a BLESSING. The family wishes to thank Annabelle Silva, Florence Quintana, and Orlinda Torres for the loving and compassionate care they provided to Father on a daily basis and caregivers Teresa Griego and Diane C. Perkins, for the tenderness and companionship provided this past year. A rosary will be held Thursday, February 27, 2014 at 7:00 p.m., with public visitation beginning at 6:30 p.m. at St. Anne Parish. A public visitation will be held on Friday, February 28, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. (on his birthday) where a Mass of Christian burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. at The Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi. Following the Mass, Fr. Rivera will be taken to his final resting place at Rosario Cemetery. A reception will follow at the Fr. Guadalupe Rivera Parish Hall at St. Anne Parish. Serving as Pallbearers are: Frank Silva, George Rivera, Jr., Ted Rivera, III., David Romero, Charlie Padilla, and Patrick Geissler. Honorary Pallbearer is Gilbert Silva. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Anne Church, 511 Alicia St., Santa Fe, NM 87501. Berardinelli Family Funeral Service 1399 Luisa Street Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 984-8600 Please sign our guestbook for the family at: 
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. Thomas 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 
LUJAN, FIDELINA Fidelina "Faye" Lujan, age 79, went to be with the Lord on Sunday February 23, 2014. She was preceded in death by her husband Melcor "Mel" Lujan and daughter Rita Saiz. She is survived by daughters: Mary Catherine and husband Craig Callahan, Diana Vasquez and beloved granddaughter Angelica Saiz; five grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild; her sisters: Lila Wright, Lita Sedillo, Ida Chavez, Flora Alderete, Irene Zamora, Viola Lesperance, Barbara Benavidez Lepori, and Magdalena Benavidez Baca; and brothers: Stanley, and Luis Benavidez. Faye and her husband Mel owned and operated Mel's bakery and chili products for 35 years. She enjoyed vacationing, and attending special family events. The time she spent with her sisters and family were one of the joys in her life. Special thanks to her beloved sisters and brothers and their families for their love and support, generosity, compassion, and their willingness to serve and be there for their sister. A Rosary will be held Thursday February 27 at 7:00 p.m. at St Anne's Catholic Church (1400 Arenal Rd SW) with a viewing at 6:00 p.m. Mass will be Friday February 28 at 9:00 a.m. also at St Anne's with Burial following at Mt Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Anthony Zamora Jr., Stanley Benavidez, Kenneth Chavez, Melvin Alderete, Raymond Sedillo, and Larry Martinez. Honorary pallbearers will be Vanessa Campos, Rose Benavidez, Dominic Baca, and Paul Elsperance Jr. Please visit Fidelina's online guestbook at 
LOVATO, LEONARD A. Age 70, a lifelong resident of New Mexico, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 23, 2014. He is survived by his sisters, Pina Lucero, Rose Duran and Petrita Calderon; brothers, Armelino Lovato and Victor Lovato; and a large, extended family. Leonard was preceded in death by his parents, Edubigen and Lucarita Lovato; sisters, Lucy Martinez, Odelia Jaramillo, Adela Marquez and Vita Navarro; and brother, Gilbert Lovato. He was born in San Luis, NM and raised in Bernalillo. Leonard served in the US Army during the Vietnam Era. He worked for and retired from the State of New Mexico in the Equal Opportunity Employment Commission. Leonard enjoyed working with senior citizens very much and volunteered at several organizations that assisted senior citizens and those in need of help with their personal income tax preparation. He was a member and very active at the Shrine of the Little Flower, St. Therese of the Infant Jesus Catholic Church. A rosary will be recited on Wednesday, February 26 at 6:00 pm at the Shrine of the Little Flower St. Therese of the Infant Jesus Catholic Church, 3424 4th St. NW. Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, February 27 at 10:00 am at the Shrine of the Little Flower, St. Therese of the Infant Jesus Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Please visit our online guest book for Leonard at 
LIVINGSTON, ROBERT DAVID &Quot;BOB&Quot; Age 61, died February 22, 2014. He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Sheri; children - John R. Livingston, Alexander A. Livingston and wife Kathryn, Kaitlin Hope Livingston and Meagan M. Livingston; grandchildren - Loren, Jared, Jonathan and Chloe; siblings - Harry J. Livingston III, Patricia A. Lynn and husband Jessie, Dennis P. Livingston, Debbie E. Livingston, Patrick J. Livingston, Colleen I. Livingston, Mary R. Beckley and Judy M. Livingston; and countless other family and friends. Rob was very active in community affairs. He was Board Treasurer for the Supportive Housing Coalition of NM, Board President for Greater Albuquerque Habitat for Humanity, and Board President for NM Horse Rescue at Walkin N Circles Ranch. He served our country in the United States Army during Vietnam in the 101st Airborne "Screaming Eagles." Rob graduated from the University of California Northridge. He was a Vice President at Wells Fargo Bank for the past 10 years. Rob loved the outdoors, especially cycling and hiking. He was also a gifted woodworker and a jack of all trades. Services will be Saturday, March 1, 2014, 11:00 a.m. at FRENCH - Lomas. Friends may visit Friday, February 28, 2014, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Lomas. Memorial contributions may be made to NM Horse Rescue at Walkin N Circles Ranch, PO Box 626, Edgewood, NM 87015; Greater Albuquerque Habitat for Humanity, 4900 Menaul Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110; or Supportive Housing Coalition of NM, PO Box 27459, Albuquerque, NM 87125. Please visit our online guestbook for Rob at 
KELLY, KENNETH E. Age 76, passed away Saturday, Feb. 22nd, 2014 with his family by his side. He was born in Silver City, NM on May 11th, 1937 to Esias and Leta Pearl Kelly, and grew up in Glenwood, NM. He was preceded in death by his high school sweetheart and wife of 25 years, Aggie T. Kelly and infant son, Perry Raymond Kelly. Mr Kelly is survived by his loving wife of 28 years, Lois Kelly and her children: Danny Chico, Gloria Brown, and Kevin Chico (deceased). He is also survived by his children: Rick Kelly, KellyAnn Kelly, Leda Kelly Barbosa, Kimmy Kelly, Candace Kelly Lopez, Theresa Kelly Schlegel, and Glory Mendoza along with 19 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren., Kelly was a Korean War Veteran and retired from the Albuquerque Fire Dept. He loved hunting and fishing, playing guitar, rodeo, but most of all he loved his family. A celebration of life will take place on Friday, Feb. 28th, at 1pm with visitation beginning at 12:30pm at Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Dr SW. A Catholic Mass will follow on Saturday, March 1st at 12 noon at Santo Nino Parish in Aragon, NM. Interment to follow.
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 
GERBER, CARMEN OLYMPIA Age 80, of Albuquerque, NM passed away Sunday, February 23, 2014. She was born on July 22, 1933 in Hernandez, NM to Filia S. Duran and Melisendro Duran. She married George L. Gerber on March 12, 1960 in Santa Fe, NM. She was preceded in death by her husband, George L. Gerber, parents, Filia and Melisendro Duran, daughter, Martha Gerber, son, Joseph Gerber, granddaughter, Chantel Gerber, brothers: Lucas and Jose Duran. She is survived by her sons: Manuel Duran (Karin), George A. Gerber, John Gerber, and Garrett Gerber; sister, Rose Martinez (Juan Rey); brother, Antonio Duran; grandchildren: Lisa, Sara, Chris, Desiree, Hosanna, Kristiana; ten great-grandkids; sister-in-law, Filia Duran; beloved nieces: Mare Byres (Chris), Brenda Breiner (Bob), Roberta Duran-Koelfgen (Todd); beloved nephews Juan and Mike Martinez; several great-nieces and nephews; as well as friends Ron Avery (Liz). A Rosary will be held on Friday, February 28, 2014 at 7 p.m. at Rivera Family Funeral Home Chapel. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, March 1, 2014 at 10 a.m. at Santa Fe Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Her family requests that memorial contributions be offered in her name to your favorite charity.
