GONZALES, ROSE W. Loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, sister and friend went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 13, 2013 at the age of 86. She was born in Las Vegas, NM to James and Melesia Wasson. She is preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Rey Gonzales, brothers, Eloy Wasson and Arthur Wasson, sister-in-law Stella Gonzales, and daughter-in-law Sooky Gonzales. She is survived by her son Larry Gonzales and wife Kathy, daughter Margaret Gutierrez and husband Charlie, son John Gonzales, son Richard Gonzales and wife Myra Ghattas, grandchildren Natalie DeBassige, Luz Alondra Gonzales, Jamie Gonzales, Charles Gutierrez, Lynea Gonzales, Cassandra Gutierrez, Naya Gonzales, great-grandchildren John and Nasiya Rose DeBassige, brother James Wasson and wife Viola, brother Joseph Wasson and wife Josie, sister-in-law Emma Madrid, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was an active member of Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. She devoted her life to her husband, children and grandchildren and made each one of them feel loved and cared for. She had a varied work history that included working at Kirtland Air Force Base and Albuquerque Public Schools, but her true passion was raising her children and grandchildren. The Rosary will be recited Thursday, April 18, 2013, 7:00 p.m., at Queen of Heaven Parish, 5303 Phoenix Ave NE. The Mass of Resurrection will be at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, April 19, 2013 at Queen of Heaven Parish. Interment will be held at the Santa Fe National Cemetery, Tuesday, April 23, 2013, at 12:45 p.m. Pallbearers will be Sam Wasson, Joseph Anthony Wasson, Jerome Wasson, Charles Gutierrez, Max Gallegos, and Jonathan Madrid. Honorary pallbearers are our family's little ones; John DeBassige, Nasiya Rose DeBassige and Naya Gonzales. Rose will be greatly missed by her family, friends and anyone she touched. She is gone from this life but not from our hearts. The family would like to express their gratitude to Hospice Compassus and For Your Care Home Health Care for the compassionate care of our Mom. Please visit our online guest book for Rose at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
GONZALES, ROSE W. Loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, sister and friend went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 13, 2013 at the age of 86. She was born in Las Vegas, NM to James and Melesia Wasson. She is preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Rey Gonzales, brothers, Eloy Wasson and Arthur Wasson, sister-in-law Stella Gonzales, and daughter-in-law Sooky Gonzales. She is survived by her son Larry Gonzales and wife Kathy, daughter Margaret Gutierrez and husband Charlie, son John Gonzales, son Richard Gonzales and wife Myra Ghattas, grandchildren Natalie DeBassige, Luz Alondra Gonzales, Jamie Gonzales, Charles Gutierrez, Lynea Gonzales, Cassandra Gutierrez, Naya Gonzales, great-grandchildren John and Nasiya Rose DeBassige, brother James Wasson and wife Viola, brother Joseph Wasson and wife Josie, sister-in-law Emma Madrid, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was an active member of Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. She devoted her life to her husband, children and grandchildren and made each one of them feel loved and cared for. She had a varied work history that included working at Kirtland Air Force Base and Albuquerque Public Schools, but her true passion was raising her children and grandchildren. The Rosary will be recited Thursday, April 18, 2013, 7:00 p.m., at Queen of Heaven Parish, 5303 Phoenix Ave NE. The Mass of Resurrection will be at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, April 19, 2013 at Queen of Heaven Parish. Interment will be held at the Santa Fe National Cemetery, Tuesday, April 23, 2013, at 12:45 p.m. Pallbearers will be Sam Wasson, Joseph Anthony Wasson, Jerome Wasson, Charles Gutierrez, Max Gallegos, and Jonathan Madrid. Honorary pallbearers are our family's little ones; John DeBassige, Nasiya Rose DeBassige and Naya Gonzales. Rose will be greatly missed by her family, friends and anyone she touched. She is gone from this life but not from our hearts. The family would like to express their gratitude to Hospice Compassus and For Your Care Home Health Care for the compassionate care of our Mom. Please visit our online guest book for Rose at www.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
CHAVEZ, FREDDIE April 17, 1959 July 15, 2012 Happy Birthday Son, Brother, Father Husband, Uncle and All Your Bro's We Miss & Love You Daddy, I miss you very much, you are always in my heart. Love, Wizzy
BAUER, BESS IRENE a resident of Albuquerque, NM, went to be with the Lord on April 12, 2013. She was born December 24, 1934 in Vaughn, NM. She is survived by daughter Lynda Anderson and husband Ray; daughter Anne Lynch; son Mark Lynch; and daughter Carla Bauer; her grandchildren, Ashley Trebitowski, Serena Castelletti, Patience Anderson, Loren Miller, and Anthony Lynch; and four great-grandsons. The celebration of her life will be Friday, April 19th at 3:00pm and held at her granddaughter's home, 1470 Sonora Rd. NE in Rio Rancho, NM for family and close friends. Guests are encouraged to wear purple, Bess's favorite color. In lieu of gifts or flowers please send donations to CityLights Church, PO Box 35041, Albuquerque, NM 87176. Bess will be missed tremendously and we find comfort knowing she is finally with our Heavenly Father.
ARAGON, MARY LOUISE a resident of Albuquerque passed away on April 12, 2013. She was born on April 7, 1928 in La Junta, Colorado. She was preceded by her parents Manuel and Catalina Gonzales, her husband I. E. "Sonny" Aragon Jr. and son Andrew Aragon. She is survived by her son Ignacio E. "Nash" Aragon and wife Linda, her son Baron Aragon, a daughter Lydia Aragon and her son Rudy Aragon and his girlfriend Debbie Chavez. She has grandchildren Abel Aragon, Richard L. Aragon, Amy Trujillo, Felipe Aragon, Manuel Aragon, Felicia Aragon, Gabe Aragon. Also great grandchildren Andrew Aragon, Elijah Ruiz, Joshua Aragon, Kendall Trujillo and Quinton Aragon. A memorial service will be held at El Buen Samaritano Methodist Church, 700 Granite Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102 at 11:00 AM Wednesday, April 17, 2013. A reception will be held immediately after in the church social hall.
VIGIL, FRANCES G. Age 91, a resident of Albuquerque since the 1950's, passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2013. She is survived by her daughters, Edna J. Baca and Dolores H. Herrera and husband, John, all of Albuquerque; grandsons, Gene Baca, Joey Baca, Gabriel Baca, and Dominic Baca; granddaughters, Yvette Baca, Janelle D. Perez and husband, David, and Zoila F. Smith. and husband, Dave; 12 great-grandchildren, Felicia, Melissa, Gabriel Jr., Kathleen, Kathryn, Kathy, Robert, Victoria, Brandon, Aidan, Bella, and Kyler; eight great-great-grandchildren, Monique, Joseph, Nathanol, Letecia, Nathaneal, Desiray, Vania, and Lorena; sisters, Elma Espinoza and Sylvia Baca and husband, Bonifacio; brother Cayetano Garcia and wife, Vicky. Mrs. Vigil was preceded in death by her husband, Emilio C. Vigil; son, John Vigil; brothers Jacobo "Jake" Garcia and Manuel Garcia; and sisters Mary Agatha Worley and Elsie Gonzales. Frances was an active member of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church with the Altar and Rosary Society, the Blue Army and the Holy Rosary Choir. Mrs. Vigil was a member of the Franciscan Third Order Laity. Frances also was active with Los Volcanes Senior Center. A rosary will be recited Friday, April 19, 2013, 7:00 p.m. at FRENCH - University. Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, April 20, 2013, 9:00 a.m. at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna Rd NW. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, 1100 Edith Blvd. NE . Pallbearers will be Dominic Baca, Gene Baca, Gabriel Baca, Robert Archuleta, Manuel Garcia, and Louie Garcia. Honorary pallbearer will be Joey Baca. Friends may visit one hour prior to the rosary. Please visit our online guest book for Frances at 
VELEZ, THELMA LEAH Age 80, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away at her home on April 12, 2013, surrounded by her family. She is survived by her son, Mark Garrett and wife Kim of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Matthew, Tyler, and Kaitlyn Garrett of Albuquerque; her brothers, Johnny Johnson and wife Nancy of Phoenix, AZ, Phillip Johnson of Albuquerque, Gary Johnson and wife Gloria of Albuquerque; many nieces and nephews living throughout the country. Thelma was preceded in death by her husband, Arnold Velez; and her beloved dog, Charlie. Thelma was a true native of Albuquerque. She was born on February 27, 1933 to her Navajo father John Bahe Johnson, and Acoma mother Josephine Hunt. She kept close ties to family in Acoma Pueblo, Santa Ana Pueblo, and Indian Wells, AZ. As a child she participated in many traditional ceremonies and parades. She was a graduate of Albuquerque High School, class of 1950. She was a dedicated civil servant with 36 years of service to the US Army, DOD DASA, US Air Force, with a majority of her career working as a senior investigator for the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Memorial Services will be held Friday, April 19, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Wyoming. For family or friends who wish, memorial contributions may be made to either The New Mexico Coalition for Literacy 
SIMMS, ROSE MARIE Age 94, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, born April 16, 1918 to Peter V. and Gertrude M. Archibeck, died April 14, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, Everett E. Simms; son, Greg E. Simms; parents, Peter and Gertrude Archibeck; siblings, Lena Mickiewicz, Sadie Graham, Conrad Archibeck, Pete Archibeck and Herman Archibeck. Rose is survived by her daughters, Sandra (Ron) Carman, Barbara (Steve) Carlson, Diana (David) Malcolm; sons, Kenneth (Charlene) Simms, Doug Simms; brother, Ron Archibeck; 14 grandchildren; 11 great- grandchildren. A graduate of Albuquerque High in 1937. Rose worked in the Bernalillo County Treasurer's Office and later retired from Dillard's. Besides being a great mom to her large family. Rose delighted others with her quick wit and the grace she had for everyone. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday April 20, 2013, 1:00 PM at New Life City Church 4830 Pan American Fwy. NE Albuquerque. In lieu of flowers donations may be given in Rose 's honor to Joy Junction P.O. Box 26568, Albuquerque, NM 87125, 505-877-6967, 
SCHODT, JAMES C. Age 56, a 26 year resident of Albuquerque, passed away Friday, April 12, 2013 after a yearlong battle with cancer. He was born on May 3, 1956 in Erie, PA to Herman and Mildred (Loichinger) Schodt. Jim graduated from Penn State University with a bachelor's degree in Business Administration and retired in May 2012 after a 35 year career with JC Penney. He enjoyed spending time with his family in Ruidoso and Red River, NM and visiting Pennsylvania to watch the sunset over Lake Erie. Jim is survived by his mother Mildred of Erie, PA; his dear Aunt Madeline Schodt of Erie, PA; his wife of 22 years Patti (Pilch); his daughter Kaitlyn and son David, both of Albuquerque. He also leaves behind his sister Kathleen Schodt (Roger Drewes) of Hockessin, DE; brother Ed (Brenda) Schodt of Brighton, CO; and sister Marilyn Schodt of Niwot, CO; "Aunt Pat" Bryington of Gifford, PA; numerous cousins, nieces and nephews and his faithful dog, Buttons. He was preceded in death by his father Herman in 1994. Friends may visit FRENCH - Lomas on Saturday, April 20, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. Cremains will be buried at a later date in Erie, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Jim's name to New Mexico Cancer Center, 4901 Lang NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109. Please visit our online guestbook for Jim at 
SANTISTEVAN, LEO a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died on April 14, 2013 surrounded by his family and friends. Coming of age in the late 1950s, he loved fast cars, Coca-Cola, and Elvis Presley. He also loved and was loved by his family and countless friends. He was a former employee of the City of Albuquerque, and a member of the New Mexico National Guard. And as an entrepreneur, he grew Dream Limousine into the largest livery service in New Mexico. He was also a successful restaurateur who was known by family and friends to have the knack to make everything he touched turn to gold. He subsequently retired to Taos, New Mexico, but instead of slowing down, he opened a catering and limousine business. He had an irrepressible smile and an unquenchable zest for life. He had friends everywhere he went, whether he knew them for years or made them on the spot. He was preceded in death by first wife Cora Archunde; parents Armando Santistevan and Petrita Romero Santistevan; brother Michael; and sister Fabiola Santistevan Lucero. He is survived by wife Lorena; children Annette, Gregory, and Kyle. He is also survived by brothers, Ernest, Don, and Gil; as well as sisters, Marcia and Margaret; and three grandchildren; and one great -grand-child. He will be greatly missed. A Rosary will be conducted at Prince of Peace Catholic Church located at 12500 Carmel Avenue NE on Thursday, April 18th at 7:00 PM. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, April 19th at noon, at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, located at 5311 Phoenix NE. Interment will be conducted at a private ceremony.
SANCHEZ, DEREK FRANK Derek, age 47, originally from Albuquerque, NM, passed away on April 11, 2013. Sanchez was involved in a high speed racing accident on April 6, 2013 at the NHRA 
RUIZ, NICOLASA LOPEZ Age 92, passed away Friday April 12, 2013 at home with her family at her side. Mrs. Ruiz was preceded by husband, Salvador Ruiz and two sons, Anthony and Joseph; parents, Joe and Perfedia Lopez. She leaves behind her beloved children, Roberto Ruiz, Thomas Ruiz, Elaine Ruiz, Augustine Ruiz and wife, Julie, Gary Ruiz all of Albuquerque; sister Marie of Denver Colorado; ten grandchildren and eight great- grandchildren; as well as many nieces and nephews. Nicolasa was born September 10, 1920 to Joe and Perfedia Lopez in Pueblo Colorado. She later met and married Salvador Ruiz. They relocated to New Mexico and settled in Albuquerque in 1958. She worked in domestics and apparel at McClellans and Bella Hess department store. After retiring she devoted her time to "Our Lady of the Assumption Church" where she had been a communicate member since 1958. She suffered from Rheumatoid Arthritis, but insisted on being independent and taking care of herself until Saturday, April 6, 2013 when she had a massive stroke. On April 12, 2013 at 2:30 p.m. the Angels carried her home to Jesus. She was loved very much and will be greatly missed. "For me to live is Christ, and to die is gain." A Rosary will be recited on Thursday, April 18, 2013 7:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Lomas. Visitation will be one hour prior. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday, April 19, 2013 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church, Lomas and Tennessee. Interment will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park, 4310 Sara Rd SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87174. Please visit our online guestbook for Nicolasa at 
ROBERTS, MARY JANE &Quot;JANE&Quot; Died on Sunday, April 14, 2013. Jane was born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa on November 2, 1918, to Frieda Mineck Davis and Elmer Davis. Jane was preceded in death by her husband, Ken, her brother, George W. Davis, her sister-in-law, Ruth Ann Jones, and brother-in-law, Mack Jones of Columbia, Missouri. She is survived by three nieces, Margaret Shull of (Warrensburg), Missouri, Elizabeth Anderson of (Silver Spring), Maryland and Bronwen Ashburn of (Johnson City), Tennessee; her five great-nephews, Henry Shull, Eric and David Anderson, and James and John Ashburn; and cousin, Don Stamy, of Iowa. Jane was raised on a farm near Cedar Rapids and attended elementary, high school and college in Cedar Rapids. She graduated from Coe College in 1941. Jane was an elementary school teacher for 35 years, 29 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Jane lived her life for children. She and Kenneth Pike Roberts were married for 64 years, and she has missed him deeply since his death in November of 2007. She and Ken founded The Endowment Foundation of All Faiths Home over twenty-five years ago. Jane was a Patron of Delta Gamma Sorority and in charge of building the Delta Gamma house on the UNM campus in 1965. Jane and Ken have been scholarship donors for students attending Coe College in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, for many years. She received the Award of Merit from Coe College in 1986 and the Jefferson Award in 1987. For many years she was an active member of The First Presbyterian Church in Albuquerque. Jane was a very caring and thoughtful person and will be missed by her family and many friends. Jane's favorite charity was The Endowment Foundation of All Faiths Home, c/o All Faiths Receiving Home, 1709 Moon St. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112. Memorial service will be held on Thursday, April 18, 2013, 10:00 a.m. at The First Presbyterian Church, 215 Locus St. NE. Please visit our online guestbook for Jane at 
RIOS, LIANDRA H. was born on March 13, 1921 and died on February 3, 2013. On Saturday, April 20, 2013 at 6:30 pm, the family will be honoring Liandra with a non-traditional service at Prince of Peace Catholic Church at 12500 Carmel Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87122.
PATTERSON, JODY LOUISE (LOPEZ) passed away on April 14, 2013 surrounded by loved ones after a courageous battle with cancer two days following the death of her beloved mother, also from cancer. Jody is survived by her husband of 39 years, Willie R. Patterson; children, Diana Patterson and Jeffrey Patterson, and grandchildren Ernesto (Nesto) and Marisa Padilla, Jocelynne and William (Buddy) Patterson. She's also survived by her father, Lupe Lopez, Jr.; siblings, Barbara Lopez, Dr. Mary Lopez, and Clifford Lopez; brothers-in-law, Jim Patterson, Jay Blount, and Lynn Patterson; nephews, Anthony Vitale, Jordan and Matthew Regenie, Christopher Lopez, Aaron Patterson; and niece, Tiffany Rouse; godparents, Max and Priscilla Gonzales; aunt, Stella Miller, and numerous cousins and close friends. She is preceded in death by her mother, Esther Lopez; brother, Richard Lopez, and aunt, Dorothy White. Jody graduated from Balboa High School in the Canal Zone, Panama in 1972. She was very supportive of both her father and her husband throughout their military careers. She was a long time teacher's aide at Kids Under Construction (KUCI) a Christian Daycare community of St. Stephens United Methodist Church. Jody loved her time at KUCI and her "children" as she called the young boys and girls attending class with her. This was her calling and it was the happiest time in her life. Her strong faith gave her peace during her difficult battle with cancer. Jody volunteered for St. Stephen's Methodist Church Sidewalk Saturdays bible study program for displaced children. She thoroughly loved to participate in BSF (Bible Study Fellowship). Other than her love of God, family and close friends, Jody enjoyed nothing more than to spend time golfing. She learned the game of golf later in life, but it was something that gave her great joy. She will be remembered as a devoted wife, a loving mother, good friend to many, but the role she cherished most was that of a good Christian. A Funeral Service will be held Friday, April 19, 2013, 1:00 p.m. at St. Stephens United Methodist Church, 4601 Juan Tabo NE. Interment will be Monday, April 22, 2013 in Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Kids Under Construction Preschool at St. Stephens United Methodist Church, 4601 Juan Tabo NE, 87111. Please visit our online guestbook for Jody at 
