MIKSOVIC, RUTH MARCIA SIMMS was born in Chicago, Illinois November 28, 1924 to the Reverend Lacy Simms and Marcia Holmes Simms. She passed away Sunday, July 6, 2014 in Albuquerque. Ruth grew up in Chicago, San Antonio, and San Francisco, where her father, a Presbyterian minister, had various pastorates. Ruth lived in Albuquerque for more than fifty years. A graduate of El Paso High with honors, Ruth earned a B.A. in early childhood education at Park University, MO, and a M.S. in special education from the University of New Mexico, Albuquerque. Ruth, a lyric soprano, studied voice for more than eight years in high school, college and privately, culminating in a starring role as Countess Louisa in "Song of Norway." She also sang in the choirs of the Cathedral Church of St. John as well as in choruses of the Opera Southwest Productions. Ruth dedicated her professional life to serving people with disabilities, including people with autism spectrum disorders. She was a tireless advocate for children since the late 1940s. Along with Elizabeth Hirsch, Miles Zintz, Joyce Leavitt and Martha Hayes, Ruth was instrumental in the founding of the New Mexico Autism Society (NMAS), where she served as a past president and board member until recently. Ruth founded the Albuquerque Special Preschool for children with disabilities, the first school of its kind in Albuquerque. The school was eventually incorporated into the Albuquerque Public School system. She was also a coordinator for the Pueblo Infant Parent Education program, serving the five Indian Pueblos of Northern New Mexico. Ruth is survived by her spouse of 64 years, John, and their daughters Ann Miksovic Savary (Lee), Marcia J. Pinzon (Otto), Rachel M. Lorenz (Todd), and Emily S. Anderson (Barry), and four grandchildren, Hondo and Alena Pinzon, and Geoffrey (Tierney) and Kristofer Lorenz. We are grateful to the Hospice of the Sandias staff for their compassionate care. A Holy Eucharist will be celebrated in the Cathedral Church of St. John at 4th and Silver SW in Albuquerque, NM, on Wednesday, July 9, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Ruth Miksovic Lecture Fund, c/o CDD Autism Programs, 2300 Menaul NE, Albuquerque, NM 87107, Attn: Karen Wright. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. ABQ., 505-343-8008.
BARELA, RAMOS &Quot;RAY&Quot; JR. was called Home on Wednesday, June 25, 2014. He was born in the beautiful Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Truchas, NM. After moving to the Espanola Valley with his family, he graduated from McCurdy High School, attended York College in Nebraska, and finished advanced degrees from Highland University and UNM. After an eight-year career with the post office, he answered the call to become a professional educator and was a lifelong advocate for children. He was a pillar in the community, touching the lives of many at elementary schools in Albuquerque. His personal passions were gardening, travel, painting and his mountain cabin. He and his wife and soulmate, Ruth Sanchez Barela, spent 56 years of love and devotion serving their family, friends and church. She was called Home in 2004. He is survived by his daughters Iona Barela and Ivalee Jimenez, and her husband Conrad Jimenez; four grandchildren Mariah Barela, Kevin Soria, Kaylyn Soria, and Kelly Soria. A Celebration of his Life will be held at Second Presbyterian Church, 812 Edith NE on Monday, July 7, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to the Ray Barela Memorial Fund c/o Second Presbyterian Church. Please visit our online guestbook for Ray at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - Lomas 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
BARELA, JIMMY &Quot;JIM&Quot; Age 58, passed away Sunday, June 29, 2014. He was born June 22, 1956 in Albuquerque, NM. He proudly serviced his country in the U.S. Army. He is survived by his daughters: Diana Lopez and husband Luis, Theresa Baldonado and husband Dude, Monique Giovine and husband Gio; grandchildren: Jimmy, Joaquin, Angel, Lawrence, Luciano, Milani, and Jazalea; best friend and soul mate, Denise Padilla; mother-in-law, Predicanda Padilla. He loved spending time with his grandchildren; was well known for his "Green Thumb". Jimmy will be greatly missed by numerous family, friends and all that knew and loved him. A Visitation will be held Monday, July 7, 2014 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am; a Rosary will be recited at 11:00 am followed by a Funeral Service at 12:00 pm at Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave SW, Albuquerque, NM. Interment will follow at Los Padillas Cemetery. To view information or leave a condolence please visit 
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Henry Proo passed away Jan, 14, 2014 after a long illness in Calipatria, CA. He was born July 15, 1925 in Denver, CO and married Mary B. Nunes on Nov. 2, 1973. Henry served in the Army Air Force during WWII in the South Pacific. After the war, he worked in the grocery store business until his retirement in 1988. Henry was an extremely active member of his church and helped in the Doves, a support group for the widowed and divorced. Henry was a fan of professional wrestling and football. He enjoyed reading and giving out prayer booklets to all he met. A Catholic funeral Mass was held in Old Town's Immaculate Conception Church in San Diego, CA. A cremation burial service will be held at Mount Calvary Cemetery at 10:30 AM July15, 2014 at 1900 Edith Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM. He was preceded in death by his wife of 22 years, Mary B. Nunes, his parents, Richardo and Clarita M. Proo. His four brothers Richard Proo Jr, Maximino Proo, Alfonso Proo Jr, and Joe Trinedad Proo. Henry is survived by his sister Lucy Alvarez, and her five children, Mike, Anne, Anthony, Christy, and Rita; six sons Max Proo, Ernest Proo, Gabriel Proo, Phillip Proo, Mario Proo, Michael Proo and his daughter-in-law Cass Proo; step-children Mary E. Martinez, Yolanda Mattison, and Michael Nunes; and his care-taking grandchildren Sarah J. Proo, Ernest E. Proo, Susie M. Proo, Cassandra M. Proo; as well as numerous grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
TURRIETTA, CELESTINO JOE Celestino Joe Turrietta left this world Saturday, July 5, 2014 after a short illness at Mercy Hospital in Durango, Colorado. He left us all with wonderful memories. He was CJ to friends and neighbors, Tino to close friends and family members and Celestino to businesses and professionals. He always had a quick step and a smile. He was a supportive and helpful friend and brother to everyone he met. He liked giving prayers and novenas for people in trouble. He loved going to the casinos and listening to music - especially Maraiachi. He enjoyed decorating his apartment with guitars and items he purchased while traveling in the New York City area. He appreciated keeping up with his friends in Albuquerque. He left behind his sister Rose Romero, his niece Jennifer Romero, his nephew Jason and his wife Heather Romero from Cortez. In Albuquerque he left his brother Ladiz and his wife Mary Turrietta, his sister Susan and her husband Robert Santiago and numerous nieces and nephews. In San Diego he left his brother Allan Turrietta and his friend Julie Santiago. He was preceded in death by his parents Pilar and Ladiz Turrietta and his brothers Nick Turrietta and Steve Turrietta. Viewing will take place at Mount Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Albuquerque, New Mexico on Wednesday, July 9, 2014 at 9:30am and the graveside service to follow at 10:00am with a Mariachi band. A memorial potluck remembrance will take place at Rose's home in Cortez, CO on Thursday, July 10, 2014 from 12:00pm to 3:00pm. Tino worked to better the lives of people with disabilities. Memorials can be sent to Southwest Center of Independence 2409 East Empire, Cortez, CO 81321. To view information or leave a condolence please visit 
TRUJILLO, CANDELARIA (LALA) age 71, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Saturday, July 5, 2014. Mrs. Trujillo is survived by her husband of fifty three years, Joe Trujillo; daughters, Helen Montoya and husband, Ralph, Angie Chavez and husband, Mark, Annette Trujillo and husband, Lawrence Vialpando; sister, Eloisa Padilla and husband, Cande; brother, Joe Chavez and wife, Terry; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren, and one on the way; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Trujillo was preceded in death by her son, Anthony Ray Trujillo; and daughter, Antionette Trujillo. Visitation will be Wednesday, July 9, 2014 from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited by Patricia Muniz-Roberts at 7:00 p.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church 562 Atrisco Drive SW. Final visitation will be Thursday, July 10, 2014 from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Holy Family Catholic Church. Interment will follow at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be David Ruiz, Donald Ruiz, Darren Ruiz, Phillip Chavez, Richard Chavez, Anthony Vialpando. Honorary pallbearers will be Ray Ruiz, and Damian Ruiz. Please visit 
STOPS, MICHAEL A. Michael A. Stops, 68, resident of Rio Rancho since 2006, passed away on Friday, July 4, 2014 with his wife by his side. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Mary; sisters, Suzanne Bottoni and husband, Donald, and Patricia Mackey; nephews, Todd Bottoni and wife Patti, Timm Bottoni and wife Lori; and numerous extended family members and friends. Michael was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Rose Stops. Michael was an avid model railroader and loved to travel with his wife. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Jude Thaddeus Church, 5712 Paradise Blvd, NW at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, July 10, 2014. Friends may arrive to visit with the family beginning at 9:30 a.m. He will be laid to rest at Wisconsin Memorial Park in Brookfield, WI. Should friends desire, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society at 
SOLIS, JESUS MARIA FLORES In loving memory of Jesus Maria Flores Solis July 2, 1929 - July 2, 2014 Known as "Chuma" age 85, from La Laborcita de San Javier, Chihuahua. Resident of Albuquerque, NM. Safe in the hands of GOD He is survived by his wife, Soccoro; children, Diego, Norberto, Hector, Nicolasa, Baltazar, Gaspar, Margarita, Luz, Jesus, Rosa, Armando; 31 grandchildren; 27 great- grandchildren; siblings, Baltazar, Soccoro, and Felicidad; many nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by five siblings. Rosary and Mass will be held Wednesday, July 9th beginning at 10 am at San Martin de Porres Parish, 8321 Camino San Martin ST., Albuquerque, NM 87121. Reception to follow. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. When someone you love becomes a memory, The memory becomes a treasure. Jesus was deeply loved and will be missed.
LUNA, DAVID JERRY JR. born March 8, 1951 in Alameda, New Mexico, passed away Friday, July 4, 2014 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. David was preceded in death by his parents David and Cora Luna and sister Stella Gutierrez. He is survived by his son Dante A. Luna and wife Michelle; sister Linda Luna Garza and husband Joe; many nieces and nephews; and close friend Letitia Jones. David, whom was well known for his entrepreneurialism, is a private owner of American Limousine. His sense of bold undertakings and humor will be greatly missed. Cremation has taken place and services will be held on Wednesday, July 9, 2014, (public visitation: 9:30am; tribute service: 10:00am) at Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Drive SW, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87121. To leave condolences please visit 
