MAREZ, JOE age 74, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on March 1, 2014. Mr. Marez is survived by his two sons, David Ruiz and wife, Delena, and Michael Ruiz and wife, Jackie; brother, Tony Marez; grandchildren, Dominic, Jullianna, Sonja, Genevieve, Nathan, and Matthew; five great-grandchildren; many other family members and friends. Mr. Marez was preceded in death by his wife, Theresa, with whom he is now joined in Heaven. Visitation will be Tuesday, March 4, 2014 from 11:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. with a Funeral Service at 12:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be his grandchildren. Please visit www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com to sign the online guestbook. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW (505) 243-7861
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Obituary for LOVATO
LOVATO, BENJAMIN SR. Age 91, passed away Thursday, February 27, 2014. He is preceded in death by his wife of 57 years Angie Lovato and son Lawrence Lovato. Benjamin is survived by his seven children, Mela Sandoval and husband, Pula, Ben Lovato Jr. and wife, Gail, Edward Lovato, Richard Lovato and wife, Helen, Eleanor Lovato. Pete Lovato and Angelica Lovato; 17 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; one great great grandchild and sister Lena Apodaca. A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, March 5, 2014 at New Beginnings Church, 3601 Montgomery Blvd. NE. at 10:00 a.m. Honorary pallbearers will be Paul Daniel Sandoval, Patrick Sandoval, Jason Lovato, Ryan Lovato, Eddie Lovato, Richard Sean Lovato, Lawrence Lovato, Joshua Lovato, Jerome Lovato and Jerrell "Geno" Harvey. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW Albuquerque, NM 87102 505-243-5222
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Obituary for LONGORIA
LONGORIA, SIMONA Age 77, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, went to be with the Lord, Thursday, February 27, 2014. She was born in Vaughn, NM and is a resident of Albuquerque. Simona enjoyed putting jigsaw puzzles together, keeping her house nice and tidy, and above all she loved her family so much. Simona is survived by her loving children, Ray Andrew Baca and wife Dorothy, Rene Longoria and wife Marisol, Esther Alfaro; ten grandchildren; eleven great- grandchildren; her nephew whom she helped raise, Joe Gutierrez; sister, Teresa Lucero and husband Adan; brothers, Alex Baca Jr. and wife Consuelo, Frank Baca and wife Veronica; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Simona will be greatly missed by her loving family and by those whose hearts she touched. Celebration of Simona's life will be on Thursday, March 6, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services - Alameda Mortuary, 9420 Fourth St., NW. Inurnment will follow at Sandia Memory Gardens, 9500 San Pedro NE. Those who wish to express their condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services ALAMEDA MORTUARY 9420 Fourth St. NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160
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Obituary for KELLOGG
KELLOGG, JOHN ANDREW &Quot;JK&Quot; Age 39, of Rio Rancho, passed away Sunday, March 2, 2014, after a short illness. John will be greatly missed by his son, Matthew; parents, Rich and Mary Jo Kellogg; sisters, Cyndie and Sarah; brother, Gerald; parents-in-law, Miguel and Maria Cuevas; and numerous nieces and nephews. John was very active in youth sports, loved to fish and camp. He was employed by Hewlett-Packard in Computer Sales. John was a wonderful husband to Rosie, who preceded him in death in 2008. He was a devoted father to Matthew, and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. A Rosary will be recited Thursday, March 6, 2014, 10:30 a.m., at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church,1502 Sara Rd SE, Rio Rancho, with celebration of the Mass following at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit FRENCH-Westside on Wednesday, March 5, 2014, from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. Please visit our online guest book for John at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Westside 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300
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Obituary for JONES
JONES, DANIEL CRAIG Sunrise: April 17, 1937 Sunset: February 26, 2014 Daniel Craig Jones was born to William and Anna Thelma Jones on April 17, 1937. He was the sixth of eight children born to this union. Preceding Craig in death were his parents, brothers, William Dudley Jones, Allen Donovan Jones, and David Myron Jones and sister Mary Catherine Jones Patterson. He was baptized at an early age at First CME Church. Craig attended public schools in Larned, Kansas. He graduated from Kansas State University with a Bachelor's Degree and a Master of Science in Mathematics at Kansas State University. In 1961 he accepted a position at Sandia National Laboratory and moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico. He held an esteemed position as a mathematician for Sandia Laboratory for forty years. In 1961 he also joined Grant Chapel AME Church. He met Marcella Redmond and they married in 1962, to this union two children were born Dron Carville and Paula LaVon Jones. Craig and Maxine Jones were married at Grant Chapel Church in 1994. This union created a blended family with Maxine's children, Vanessa Jones MacFarlane and Hugh (Gino) Jones, II, grandchildren Victor Le'Andre MacFarlane, Kyle David MacFarlane, and Cory Lee Jones. Craig was the Choir Director, served as a Trustee, and taught Sunday school at Grant Chapel. He was a Founding member of Powerhouse Fellowship AME Church; chairperson of Stewardship and Finance, Secretary and Treasurer of the Board of Directors. He was the recipient of the 2011 Man of the Year at the Desert Mountain Conference, and Citizen Award recipient for Powerhouse 2013 awarded by the Ministers Fellowship Alliance of Albuquerque and vicinity. He was a faithful committed member of the AME Church. He also worked on his PhD. at the University of New Mexico. He enjoyed classical music, wood working, and vintage cars. He leaves to mourn - sisters Wilma Jones and Janet Jones Mitchell (Robert) of Las Vegas, Nevada, brother Dale Jones (Mary) of Larned, KS, a host of nieces, nephews, and great-nieces & nephews. Service will be held on Wednesday, March 5, 2014, 11:00am, Grant Chapel AME, 7920 Claremont NE, Albuq.
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Obituary for HARRISON
HARRISON, MARGARET ANN Margaret Ann Harrison, 86, born on July 2, 1927, passed away Saturday, March 1, 2014, at her home surrounded by her children and grandchildren. Services will be held at FRENCH - University on Tuesday, March 4, 2014, at 10:30 a.m., with visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. Please visit our online guestbook for Margaret at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
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Obituary for HARRISON
HARRISON, GEORGE F. George F. (Sonny) Harrison, 76, of Albuquerque, joined the Lord on Thursday, February 27, 2014. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Elizabeth (Billie) Harrison, his children; Clint Harrison and wife Amanda, Kathleen St. Clair and husband Ray; his brothers; Robert, Mike, Ronny and Jerry; his sisters; Pearl, Deana, Susie, Norma, Tana, Barbara, and Margaret. Mr. Harrison was also a grandfather to Kristin, Stefen, Brian, Megan and Katelyn; great-grandfather to; Noah, Auburn and Zoey. He also leaves behind many other loving family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his brother Kenny Harrison and his parents Thelma Noretta Harrison and Ray O'Dean Harrison. George was an usher and member of Life Tabernacle for many years. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, March 8, 2014, 10:00 a.m., at Life Tabernacle, 1112 Carlisle SE, Albuquerque, NM. He will be laid to rest following the church service at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Please visit the online guestbook for George at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
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Obituary for HAROLD "MAX", LT. COL. USAF (RET)
WAKITSCH, HAROLD &Quot;MAX&Quot; LT. COL. USAF (RET) Age 85, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Friday, February 28, 2014. He is survived by his family, two sons, Pete Wakitsch and Scott Wakitsch and wife Sandra; two daughters, Karen Rivera and husband Jimmy and Sandy Mayne and husband, Jeremy; five grandchildren, MyraShea Wakitsch-Dunlap and husband David Dunlap, Nicole Rivera, Bethany Rivera, Kelsey Mayne and Abigail Mayne. Max was preceded in death by his wife, Sue, in 2013; his parents, Peter and Orabelle Wakitsch; brother, Gerald Wakitsch; and a sister, Marybelle Cassidy. He graduated from the Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD in 1953. After the Naval Academy, he joined the Air Force and completed his flight training in Hondo, TX. His Air Force career spanned the globe. He retired in 1978 after 30 years of service to his country. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, March 10, 2014 at 10:00 a.m., at FRENCH - Wyoming. Interment will be held at Santa Fe National Cemetery with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to the United States Naval Academy Foundation, 291 Wood Road, Annapolis, MD 21402 or to the Optimist Club of your choice. Please visit our online guestbook for Max at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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Obituary for CHILDERS
CHILDERS, MARY LOUISE Age 86, a longtime resident of Rio Rancho, NM died Wednesday, February 26, 2014. She is survived by her children, daughter Kim Louise Pietrenka and husband Mike of Escondido, CA, and son Kerry Elbert Childers of Gardnerville, NV; grandchildren, Benjamin Michael Pietrenka of Santa Cruz, CA, and Bethany Louise Bohn and husband Kyle of Costa Mesa, CA; sisters Marge Sharkey of IL and Patricia Stratton of IN; brother Seth Davis and wife Margaret of NC. Mrs. Childers was preceded in death by her husband Joe Elbert Childers, Colonel, US Army (Retired). Interment will take place at Arlington National Cemetery, Washington, DC. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimers Association, www.alz.org. Please visit our online guestbook for Mary at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Rio Rancho 1950 Pine Rd NE Rio Rancho, NM 87144 (505)338-2000
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Obituary for CANDELARIA
CANDELARIA, GINO Age 74, was called by the Lord on Thurs., Feb. 27, 2014. He was a life long resident of Albq. Survived by his wife of 56 yrs. Vera; his children Dianna and Monico, David, Judy; six grandchildren; six great- grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; siblings Bernard, Mary and Pete. He was preceded in death by his parents Elfigo and Carrie Candelaria; granddaughter Jeanie. Mass will be celebrated at Immaculate Conception, Sat., March 8th, 2014, 10:00am, 619 Cooper Ave. NW. Interment will take place at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.
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Obituary for BACA
BACA, BOLESLO JOSE Joe (Lelo) Baca's spirit left his physical body on March 2, 2014. He now continues his journey with loved ones that have gone before him. He was born on March 7, 1940 in Las Nutrias, NM, the fifth of eleven children born to Pedro and Josefita Baca. He was a very hardworking man that cherished his family above all else. He was always there when others needed his strength and encouragement. He never sugar coated his words and his message was always clear. Get to work! He is survived by his sons, Pete (Prescella); Joe Jr. (Dubey); Abel (Shirley); Rick and daughter Berna. Also 12 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and nine brothers and sisters. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Barbara. He will be forever missed.
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Obituary for ZAMORA
ZAMORA, ALFONSO ANTONIO Services for Alfonso Antonio Zamora will be held Friday, March 7 at 10:30 a.m. at Santuario de San Martin de Porres (near the intersection of Unser and Gibson Blvds., SW.) Interment of ashes will be at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the church will be appreciated.
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Obituary for ZAMORA
ZAMORA, REGINA Passed away on Friday, February 28, 2014. She was preceded in death by her mother, Lola Chavez; husband, Alex Zamora; daughter, Rose Olguin; and grandson, Nicholas Olguin. She is survived by her sons, Albert Olguin and wife, Mary Helen, Nick Olguin and Roseann; daughter, Diane Zamora Becerra and husband, Victor; grandsons, Frank Olguin and wife, Nicole, Joseph Olguin and Alex, Adrian and Daniel Becerra; her granddaughters, Andrea Olguin and Victoria Becerra; her great- granddaughters, Angelina Salazar and Monique and Malaya Gutierrez; great-grandsons, Phillip and Bradon; sisters, Sophie and Gravella; brothers, David and Domingo Chavez. As well as many nieces and nephews. Regina's life celebration will begin on Thursday, March 6th with a Mass at Santuario De San Martin at 8321 Camino San Martin SW. Albuquerque, NM 87121 at 1:00 p.m. Cremation has taken place.
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Obituary for VIETS
VIETS, DON E. Age 67, passed away at home surrounded by family on Sunday, March 2, 2014. He is survived by his husband, Kevin Blackerby; and son, Joshua Viets and his husband, Tyler Anderson. Don was an active member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, volunteering his time and love in the Adopted Families Program, and as a Stephen Minister. He was a proud veteran of the United States Army. Don spent his career in the Veteran's Administration, helping other vets. Even after retirement he remained active in serving veterans of the Iraq War and their families. Services will be held Thursday, March 6, 2014, 1:00 p.m., at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 1100 Indian School Rd. NE. Friends may visit beginning at 12:00 p.m. at the church. Entombment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Don at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
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Obituary for TRUJILLO
TRUJILLO, DONALD T. Age 74, of Rio Rancho, NM passed away at home Saturday, March 1, 2014 after a long battle with heart disease. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ben and Josephine (Fresquez) Trujillo, of Colorado; brother, O.B. Trujillo, of Colorado; sister, Frances Garcia, of Kansas. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Pat; sons, Don Jr. (Rhonda), Richard (Ann), Michael (Tammy), Steve (Lisa); daughter, Tracey Alarid (Ralph); 16 grandchildren; one great-grandson; brother, Gene Trujillo, of Colorado; beloved sister-in-law, Margie Hyman (Walt Chapman), of New Mexico. He loved spending time with his family and had a passion for Golf and Fishing. He retired from Los Alamos National Laboratories after serving as a Police Officer and Sheriff for 22 years. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 am, Friday March 7, 2014 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM. Inurnment to follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park, 4310 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com. Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-892-9920
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Obituary for STRAWN
STRAWN, EVELYN LOUISE Age 91, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully, Thursday, February 27, 2014. Visitation will be held Wednesday, March 5, 2014 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Daniels Family Funeral Services - Wyoming Chapel, 7601 Wyoming Blvd., NE. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, March 6, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 301 Camino Del Pueblo, Bernalillo, NM. Interment will follow at Sandia Memory Gardens, 9500 San Pedro NE, Albuquerque. Those who wish to view service information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services ALAMEDA MORTUARY 9420 Fourth St. NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160
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Obituary for SANDOVAL
SANDOVAL, SAMUEL J. 1994 - 2014 Samuel J. Sandoval, age 19, a resident of Los Lunas, NM passed away on Sunday, March 2, 2014. All services will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Peralta, NM on Thursday, March 6, beginning with a Visitation at 9:30 a.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 10:00 a.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. with Father Hoi Tran presiding. Interment will be held at a later date. Sign Sammy's online tribute at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com Romero Funeral Home 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM
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Obituary for ROMO
ROMO, ISAIAH ANTHONY Isaiah Anthony Romo was granted his angel wings on Saturday, March 1, 2014. His final days were spent surrounded by his loving family and friends whose hearts were touched by Isaiah throughout his short, yet very memorable life. With Isaiah's passing we remind others that his life is one to be celebrated. Although we will miss him every day, especially his courage, strength, sparkling eyes and winning smile. He will forever remain in our hearts. Isaiah is survived by loving parents, Raymond and Theresa Romo of Rio Rancho, NM; sister, Ashley Otero and husband, Daniel; brother, Ray Romo; paternal grandparents, Ray and Priscilla Romo; maternal grandparents, Marcelina Ponce de Leon and Manuel Peck; uncles, John and Monica Peck, Matthew and Kim Romo, James Romo, Daniel and Carol Peck; nephews, Christian Otero and Lorenzo Romo; cousins, Mariah, Jacob, Abby, Taylor, Tiana, Samara, and DJ; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and care givers. A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, March 6, 2014, 12 Noon, at Legacy Church, 7201 Central Ave, NW, Albuquerque, NM 87121. Please visit our online guest book for Isaiah at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Westside 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300
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Obituary for PADILLA
PADILLA, ANDREW MARTIN 
Aviation Boatswain's Mate Handling First Class Air Warfare, U.S. Navy, age 38, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away in South Carolina, Saturday, February 22, 2014. Andrew is survived by daughters, Gabriella Padilla and Cailegh Padilla; his grandmother, Candelaria Padilla; his mother, Theresa Padilla; his sisters, Amber Padilla, Renee Morris, and Wendy Alvarado; nephews, Davion and Xavier; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Lopez; his loving pet and friend, Rocky. Andrew was a member of the Catholic Church, and he was serving in the United States Navy. Visitation will be Thursday, March 6, 2014 from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel. Final visitation will be Friday, March 7, 2014 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 619 Copper Ave. NW from 10:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. , Father Anthony Barrow S.J., presider. Committal Service with full Military Honors is scheduled at the Santa Fe National Cemetery following Mass at 2:15 p.m. Pallbearers will be Frank Gallegos, Dominic Gallegos, Michael Gallegos, Vincent Gallegos, Gabriel Gallegos, and Joshua Gallegos. Please visit www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com to sign the online guestbook. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW (505) 243-7861
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Obituary for NIETO
NIETO, ERNEST IN LOVING MEMORY 3 Year Anniversary April 25, 1929 - March 5, 2011 Beloved Husband and Father 3 years ago today you left us. We cry when we miss you the most, which is always. We love you and miss you very much. Your wife, Mary Children, Eloy, Tony and Helen
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