HOPKINS, OSCAR EARL JR. Age 95, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, August 18, 2014. He was born in Guthrie, OK, to Oscar Earle Hopkins Sr. and Elinor Slagle Stinson. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his son, Mark Alan Hopkins. He graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a degree in Mechanical Engineering in 1939. Hoppy, as he was known, served in the US Air Force during WWII obtaining the rank of Major. He was stationed at the Wright Patterson AFB where he met his wife, Betty Elaine Toy. After the war, he went to the Philippines and Japan to help with the reconstruction projects. In 1953, the family moved to Albuquerque where Hoppy was employed as a Civilian Engineer at Kirtland AFB. After retiring in 1973, he worked for the University of New Mexico doing research into the effects of nuclear blast waves on various structures, famously blowing up the desert with dynamite at regular intervals. He was even featured on Walter Cronkite CBS News after one particularly spectacular blast outside of Lake Havasu, Arizona. Hoppy was very involved with his children's lives including youth horse shows, Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts. He was a lifetime member of Masonic Temple Lodge No. 6, active in La Noche Garden Club and participated in the KAFB MOAA Ski Club in his later years. In his retirement he spent a great deal of time babysitting his grand-dogs while his older daughter traveled for work, attended NASCAR races with his younger daughter and her husband, but his real joy was attending the Masters Golf Tournament in Augusta for over 30 years, the last one being this past April. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Betty; sister, Jane Goodall; his daughters, Lynn Hopkins & Amy (Hopkins) Gorcyzca and her husband, Fred; daughter-in-law, Patricia Johns Hopkins; granddaughters, Sarah Dixon and her husband, Jed, Michelle Hannah and her husband, John, Kristen Holdren and her husband, Chris, Angela Portwood and her husband, Chris; great-grandchildren, Hunter and Brooke Dixon, Lauren and Ben Hannah, Carter Portwood, and Evelyn Holdren; and many nieces, nephews, and multitudes of friends. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, August 23, 2014, at 6:00 P.M. at FRENCH-University. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Wounded Warriors. Please visit the online guestbook for Oscar at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd. NE 505-843-6333
HOPKINS, OSCAR EARL JR. Age 95, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, August 18, 2014. He was born in Guthrie, OK, to Oscar Earle Hopkins Sr. and Elinor Slagle Stinson. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his son, Mark Alan Hopkins. He graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a degree in Mechanical Engineering in 1939. Hoppy, as he was known, served in the US Air Force during WWII obtaining the rank of Major. He was stationed at the Wright Patterson AFB where he met his wife, Betty Elaine Toy. After the war, he went to the Philippines and Japan to help with the reconstruction projects. In 1953, the family moved to Albuquerque where Hoppy was employed as a Civilian Engineer at Kirtland AFB. After retiring in 1973, he worked for the University of New Mexico doing research into the effects of nuclear blast waves on various structures, famously blowing up the desert with dynamite at regular intervals. He was even featured on Walter Cronkite CBS News after one particularly spectacular blast outside of Lake Havasu, Arizona. Hoppy was very involved with his children's lives including youth horse shows, Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts. He was a lifetime member of Masonic Temple Lodge No. 6, active in La Noche Garden Club and participated in the KAFB MOAA Ski Club in his later years. In his retirement he spent a great deal of time babysitting his grand-dogs while his older daughter traveled for work, attended NASCAR races with his younger daughter and her husband, but his real joy was attending the Masters Golf Tournament in Augusta for over 30 years, the last one being this past April. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Betty; sister, Jane Goodall; his daughters, Lynn Hopkins & Amy (Hopkins) Gorcyzca and her husband, Fred; daughter-in-law, Patricia Johns Hopkins; granddaughters, Sarah Dixon and her husband, Jed, Michelle Hannah and her husband, John, Kristen Holdren and her husband, Chris, Angela Portwood and her husband, Chris; great-grandchildren, Hunter and Brooke Dixon, Lauren and Ben Hannah, Carter Portwood, and Evelyn Holdren; and many nieces, nephews, and multitudes of friends. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, August 23, 2014, at 6:00 P.M. at FRENCH-University. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Wounded Warriors. Please visit the online guestbook for Oscar at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd. NE 505-843-6333
HANKS, SHAUN NEIL Shaun Neil Hanks, age 34, of Hobbs, NM, tragically passed away on Saturday, August 16th. He was born in Hobbs, NM on November 30, 1979 to Susie Ann Hicks Manes who preceded him in death. He is survived by his two sons Joshua and Connor Hanks; his sister Brandi Manes; nieces and nephews, family, and countless friends. Shaun worked as a driller in the oil fields, a job that he loved and was proud of. He was also an avid Colts fan who loved watching and going to the games, however it was his two boys that were his pride and joy and his entire life. He loved to take them camping, fishing, to amusement parks, swimming, and loved to watch his sons play sports. Shaun was adored by his boys, loved by so many, and his absence will leave a void in the Albuquerque community. Services will be held on Friday, August 22, 2014 at 1:00 pm at Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church located at 8600 Academy Road NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111. Interment will follow at Gates of Heaven Cemetery at 7999 Wyoming Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109. Please visit our online guestbook for Shaun hanks at 
GUTIERREZ, RAFAEL In Memory Of Rafael J. Gutierrez 1/1/1944 - 8/22/2013 BROTHER We Remember Losing You a year ago today. Memories of you are with us Every Single Day. We miss your Smile, your Laugh, your Piano Playing too. So many things that every day still make us think of You. We are sad but we will celebrate the memory of the Wonderful Life you had. We will raise a toast to You in tribute, and many kind words we will say. And we know if you could.... you would surely be here to toast with us today.
GRAHAM, BERTHA LEE WYLIE Age 88, died peacefully August 17, 2014, after a short illness. A lifelong resident of New Mexico, she was born in Madrid, NM October 6, 1925, but lived most of her life in Albuquerque. She was married to James W. Graham for 64 years, who preceded her in death in 2010. She is survived by two children, Suzanne Graham Shave of Albuquerque, and James L. Graham of Las Cruces; son-in-law, Paul Shave; two grandchildren, Benjamin Graham of Las Cruces and James M. Graham of Bristow, VA; and brother, Ralph Wylie of Dallas, and his wife Odette. Bertha was the youngest of eight children. Her father was a coal mining supervisor. She graduated from Albuquerque High School and worked for the Veterans Administration and Anderson Printing before marrying Jimmy Graham, a plumber and builder. They built two houses in the North Valley and always had an abundant vegetable garden. She did home canning and was a wonderful cook. She was always able to put a delicious meal on the table at short notice for anyone who showed up at her door, including the workers on Jimmy's projects. The North Valley has lost a great host and hostess in Jimmy and Bertha. Bertha's passion was gardening. She was a lifetime flower show judge, Garden Clubber, and president of the Friends of the Rio Grande Botanic Garden from 1996 to 1998. Jimmy and Bertha's friendship and generosity will be greatly missed. We love you Mom. Graveside Services will be held on Monday, August 25, 2014 at 11:15 a.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. A Memorial Service will be held in late September at the Albuquerque Mennonite Church. Please visit the online guestbook for Bertha at 
GARCIA, DANIEL ELISEO Our little angel Daniel Eliseo Garcia passed peacefully in the arms of his family on Monday, August 18, 2014. Daniel was born on January 10, 2014 to Jay and Rosa Garcia of Albuquerque, NM. He is survived by his parents; brothers, Nathan and Levi; and his sister Gabriella. Daniel proved to be very strong through all of his trials. He had a beautiful smile and loved playing with his brothers and sister. Although his time was short, he brought great joy and an abundance of happiness to his family and all the lives he touched. Daniel will be missed and is now in the safe and loving arms of Jesus. A Rosary will be recited at Church of the Ascension, 2150 Raymac Road SW, Albuquerque NM 87105 on Friday, August 22, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Church of the Ascension on Saturday, August 23, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Pajarito Cemetery. Please visit the online guestbook for Daniel at 
FULGENZI, CONSUELO (CONNIE) passed away peacefully at home on August 17, 2014 with family by her side. She was born January 28, 1924 in Las Vegas, New Mexico to Onofre and Cayetano Lucero. Connie graduated from Highlands High School in Las Vegas. She went on to attend Business College in Albuquerque. Connie married the love of her life Lawrence Fulgenzi on May 6th, 1944 while he was on leave from the Navy. In 1945 Connie went to work in Los Alamos as a legal secretary for the civil service. She went on to work at the Los Alamos National Science Laboratory in personnel. When Lawrence got out of the Navy he and Connie decided to make Los Alamos their permanent home. They were blessed with three daughters and in 1961 Connie left workforce when her youngest daughter was born. She was active in the Beta Sigma Phi sorority and held many positions including president. She was also active in the Los Alamos Extension Club and along with her husband was an avid Lobo fan with season tickets for 44 years. She enjoyed travel within the United States as well as many parts of the world. She also enjoyed spending time with her friends especially her Tuesday morning walking group. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother and cherished every minute spent with her family. She was preceded in death by her daughter Norma Jean Fulgenzi. She is survived by her husband of 70 years Lawrence; her two daughters Kathi and son-in-law Ray Zimmerman and Geri Carlberg. She also has five grandchildren; 12 great- grandchildren; as well as many loving family members. A special thanks to the staff of St Vincent Hospital, the caregivers and staff of The Nurse in the Family, and Hospice of Los Alamos for their care and compassion. Funeral services will be held at The Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Los Alamos, at 3700 Canyon Road on Saturday August 23rd with the rosary to begin at 10 am and the mass at 11am. Berardinelli Family Funeral Service 1399 Luisa Street Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 984-8600 Please sign our guestbook for the family at: 
BARTON, DAVID R. 1971-2014 David R. Barton, age 42, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Monday, August 18. He was a member of the Catholic Church, and enjoyed music, and reading the Bible. He was an Oklahoma Sooner, and Dallas Cowboy fan. He will be sadly missed by all of his family. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Ray Barton & William Martinez; and grandmother, Mary Pugh. David is survived by his mother, Linda S. (Frank) Salazar, of Belen; brother, Alfonso (Elizabeth) Madrid of Albuquerque; daughter, Karla Victoria Barton of Albuquerque; grandmother, Vera S. Martinez of Las Animas, CO; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. A Rosary and Vigil service will be held on Sunday, August 24, at the Noblin Funeral Service Belen Chapel, beginning at 10:00 a.m. Arrangements are being handled by the caring professionals at the Noblin Funeral Service Belen Chapel, 418 W. Reinken Ave., (505)864-4448, where an online guest register is available at 
SANCHEZ, EVA Age 89, passed away Wednesday in Palm Desert, California. She is survived by her sister, Babe (Gertrude). She was preceded in death by her husband, Julian (Pocho); brothers, Buddy and Chano (Fred); and sisters Annie, Tillie and Helen. Memorial and funeral arrangements are to be announced at a future date.
PENA, ABELICIO (ABE) Abelicio (Abe) M. Pena 87, a legend in Cibola County and western New Mexico, died on Tuesday, August 19, 2014. Abe is survived by his wife, Viola Cisneros Pena; three daughters: Ramona Alires (Norman), Paula Ladd, Cecilia Salisbury (Randy); son Marco Pena; granddaughters: Maria Ladd Ehrlich (Jason), Andrea Alires, Michele and Jessica Ladd; two grandsons: Marco Alires and Paul Ladd; his two great-grandchildren: Elijah and Anya Ehrlich. Also survived by his brother Bennie Pena (Sandra); sisters Lydia M. Pena S.L., and Dorothy Pena McBride; and sister-in-law, Marie Moleres Pena. Pallbearers will be: Sgt. Marco Alires, Albert Barnett, Patrick Collins, Lcpl. Paul Ladd, Vincent Martinez, Paul Pena, Robert Pena, Isaiah Stafford, Kevin Terrell. Honorary Pallbearers: Bennie Pena, Norman Alires, Bobby Cisneros, Mike Cisneros Sr., Karl Gutierrez, M.D., Pablo Smith, Marty Sweeney, Ron Waterman. Rosary, 7:00 p.m., Friday, August 22nd; Resurrection Mass, Saturday, August 23, 1:00 p.m., both at St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church in Grants, New Mexico. Celebrant, Father Alberto Avella. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Joseph's School, P.O. Box 370, San Fidel, New Mexico, 87049.
Sunrise: 8-23-79 Sunset: 1-3-91 "Happy Birthday Stevie" You are always close at heart & deeply missed. Love, your Family. Love, Dad, Candy and family
MYERS, FREDERICK MARTIN Frederick Martin Myers passed away this past Tuesday, August 19, 2014. He was born on April 3, 1916 in Upper Sandusky, Ohio. He served in the occupational US Army, stationed in Japan. After his discharge, he earned his BA at the University of Indiana in Bloomington, Indiana. Then in 1950, Frederick moved with his family to Albuquerque where he received his Master's degree from the University of New Mexico. He taught in the Albuquerque Public School System until his retirement at age 62. Not one to sit idle, he studied for the deaconate in the Episcopal Church and served as a deacon at both St. Mary's Episcopal Church and at the Cathedral of St. John's. As an avocation, Frederick and his wife Margaret started the not-for-profit organization Teen-Age Study Tours and over the years spent summers taking thousands of New Mexico high school students on educational tours of Western and Eastern Europe. Frederick is survived by his wife of 74 years, Margaret Myers; his three children, Ann, Stephen and Michael; by his four grandchildren, Michelle, Douglas, Adan and Maria Sol; and eight great-grandchildren. His life-long passions with church, education and travel provided him with a full and rewarding life that is to be envied by all. The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, donations to the Episcopal Relief Fund would be appreciated. Memorial services will be held at the Cathedral of St. John, 318 Silver Ave SW, on Saturday, August 23, 2014, at 2:00 pm.
LUCAS, CHESTER DONALD Don passed away peacefully on August 18, 2014. He was born June 8, 1935, on a ranch east of Nolan, NM. He spent most of his life in New Mexico attending elementary and high schools in Albuquerque. After graduating from Albuquerque High School, he joined the U.S. Navy and served one tour of duty in Japan after which he attended UNM. He graduated from UNM with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Don owned and operated his own business for over 25 years with offices in Albuquerque and Tempe, AZ and retired in 1996. He especially enjoyed spending time with family and friends at the family cabin in northern New Mexico. He was preceded in death by his parents, Chester Thomas Lucas and Patsy Hatton Garrett; brothers, Richard Lucas and David Garrett; and nephew, Ty A. Garrett. Don is survived by his wife, Maxine; son, Terry A. Lucas and wife Marta; grandson, Dustin A. Lucas; great- grandson, Keyton A. Lucas; brother, Michael T. Garrett and wife Juanita; numerous cousins, nieces and nephews; step-mother, Louise Blair; and extended family members Erica, Mike and Brien Brooks. The family would like to extend thanks to Bill Willis, owner of Buena Vista Senior Care, all of the caregivers at Buena Vista (especially Sharon Martinez, Lea Martinez and Michele Velarde) and Hospice De La Luz (Sharon McBride, Kim Locklear, Dr. Joy Lovette and Gary Ortiz) for extending Don's life by providing excellent care. At Don's request, there will be no funeral but we ask that wherever you are that you join us in observing a minute of silence to remember Don on August 30, 2014 at 5:00 p.m. Please visit our online guestbook for Don at 
