Saturday, October 25, 2008

New Mexico Obituaries 10/25/08

  • (Tucker) Hobbs, Janet I.

    Teacher at NMSBVI Janet I. (Tucker) Hobbs, 46, of Tularosa, died peacefully at home on Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2008. Janet was born Dec. 7, 1961, in Ruidoso to Roy Jr. and Ila (Hall) Tucker. She spent her childhood in Three Rivers and attended Tularosa Public Schools. She received a bachelor's in education from Western New Mexico University and a master's of education from New Mexico State University. She married Ty Hobbs Jan. 7, 1987, in Tularosa. Janet taught many years at the New Mexico School for…

    • Afton Bleak Larson

      • Andrews, Ida

        Service times Ida Andrews, 82, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2008, in Las Cruces. Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, 2008, at Cornith Baptist Church with Assistant Pastor Kershaw Washington officiating. Interment will follow at Monte Vista Cemetery. The Andrews family has entrusted their loved one to the care of Alamogordo Funeral Home to direct the funeral services. To sign the online guestbook, please visit www.alamogordofuneralhome.org

        • Andrews, Ida Mae Shanks

          The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures. He leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul; he leadeth me into the path of righteousness for His name's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of death I will fear no evil: Thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Ida Mae Shanks Andrews was born Nov. 2, 1925, to the late Julius and Ina O. Shanks Handy in Osyka, Miss. She departed this life Oct. 21, 2008, in Las Cruces. She was united in matrimony…

          • Bernell Johnson

            Services are scheduled at 2 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 16, 2008, at Hermosa Drive Church of Christ in Artesia for Bernell Johnson, 75, of Artesia, who passed away Monday, Oct. 13, 2008, at her home. Michael Joiner and J. T. Ross will officiate at the services, with burial at Woodbine Cemetery. Wednesday, October 15, 2008 Full Story...

            • Borunda, Nora Chavez

              Nora Chavez Borunda, 73, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2008, in Alamogordo. She was born on June 6, 1935, in Carrizozo to Pablo and Santos (Sanchez) Chavez. She met and later married Adolfo Borunda on Oct. 22, 1949, in Alamogordo. Nora loved to dance, be with her family and grandkids and especially loved listening to her husband sing and play the guitar. She also liked to deer hunt with her husband, and one year actually shot and killed a deer. Survivors include her husband of 58 years, Adolfo, of the…

              • Bryant, Virgil "Earl"

                Virgil was born to Virgile and Lucille (Walker) Bryant March 21, 1949, in Tularosa. He is survived by his wife of 21 years, Marty Bryant. He fell asleep in death Oct. 16, 2008. He was preceded in death by both parents and brother Shelby. Survivors include five children, Tonya Joorabchi and husband, Kirk, of Haysville, Kan., Laronda Southworth and husband, Doug, of Clayton, Ind., Eric Stoup and wife, Jennie, of Lincoln, Neb., Jonathan Stoup and wife, Claudia, of Lone Wolf, Okla., and Dean Bryant, of Alabama;…

                • Cruz Romero Sandoval Lucero Apodaca

                  A rosary is scheduled for 7 p.m., Friday, Oct. 24, 2008, at St. John's Catholic Church for Cruz Romero Sandoval Lucero Apodaca, 78, of Roswell, who passed away Oct. 21, 2008, at his home. A funeral Mass is scheduled for 10 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 25, 2008, at St. John's Catholic Church. The Rev. Juan Montoya, O.F.M., of St. John's Catholic Church will officiate. Wednesday, October 22, 2008 Full Story...

                  • David E. Riley

                    No services are scheduled for David E. Riley, who passed away Oct. 9, 2008, in Albuquerque, after a short, but courageous battle with cancer. David was born July 11, 1941, in Ithaca, N.Y., to Roy S. Riley Sr., and Evelyn Ryerson Riley. Both parents predeceased him, as did three siblings, Margaret Ann Rapone, Paul J. Riley and Richard J. Riley.

                    • Delia Fay Aldrich

                      Delia Fay Aldrich passed away peacefully on Oct. 17, 2008, after living a full life of 86 years. Our loved one is with the lord and that gives us great comfort. We thank the Lord that she was with us for these past 14 years. Monday, October 20, 2008 Full Story...

                      • Dora Rios Vasquez

                        Dora Rios Vasquez, 79, of Clovis, died Monday, Oct. 13, 2008, at her home in Clovis. Rosary will be held at 6 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2008, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Mass of the Resurrection will be held at 10 a.m., Thursday, Oct. 16, 2008, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church with the Rev. Sotero Sena officiating. Tuesday, October 14, 2008 Full Story...

                        • Douglas Frank Lathrop

                          A memorial service is scheduled for 11 a.m. at Grace Community Church on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2008, for Douglas Frank Lathrop, 73, of Roswell. He passed away on Oct. 18, 2008 at his home. Pastor Rick Hale of Grace Community Church will officiate. Monday, October 20, 2008 Full Story...

                          • Floyd Belyeu

                            Floyd Belyeu, 88, of Roswell, formerly of Dexter, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008. Graveside services are scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 11, 2008, at 11 a.m. at Hagerman Cemetery. The Rev. Rick Hale of Grace Community Church will officiate. Friday, October 10, 2008 Full Story...

                            • Frances Reed

                              Memorial services are scheduled for 3 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 23, 2008, at Church on the Move for Frances Reed, 84, of Roswell, who passed away Oct. 21, 2008. The Rev. Savino Sanchez of Church on the Move will officiate. Wednesday, October 22, 2008 Full Story...

                              • Francis (Frank) Walden Joyce

                                • Frankie Louise Graham

                                  Memorial services for Frankie Graham, 66, of Roswell, will be conducted by Charles Yslas, Saturday, Oct. 18, 2008, at 10 a.m. at Anderson-Bethany Funeral Home in Roswell. Frankie passed away Oct. 13, 2008, at her home after a long illness. She was born May 23, 1942, to Robert Earl Hilliard and Deloris Hilliard and raised by Jack and Deloris Weddle. Wednesday, October 15, 2008 Full Story...

                                  • Garry Wayne Albritton

                                    Funeral services for Garry Wayne Albritton, 50, of Roswell, will be held at 2:30 p.m., Monday, Oct. 13, 2008, at Anderson-Bethany Funeral Home Chapel with Bishop Flores officiating. Burial will follow at South Park Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday, Oct. 12, 2008, from noon to 5 p.m., at the funeral home. Saturday, October 11, 2008 Full Story...

                                    • Gaynor, Elizabeth McHugh "Betty"

                                      Longtime Member of St. Jude Mission Elizabeth (Betty) McHugh Gaynor, 82, died on Friday, Oct. 10, 2008, in Alamogordo. She was born on March 21, 1926, to Bernard Benjamin and Josephine Major McHugh, in Coniston, Ontario, Canada. The family immigrated to the Southwest in June 1958 and obtained US citizenship in 1963. Betty was a charter member of St. Jude Alter Rosary Society, a Blue Army member and a member of the V.F.W. Ladies Auxiliary, Post 7686. She is survived by a son, James Victor Gaynor of Truth of…

                                      • Gerald Clifford Rademaker Sr.

                                        • Hanway, Lawrence

                                          Lawrence Hanway, 86, a former resident of Alamogordo and Tularosa, died Thursday, Oct. 16, 2008, in Truth or Consequences, after a long battle with Parkinson's disease. Larry was born April 12, 1922, in New York. He served his country honorably in the Army, and owned several businesses in the Alamogordo-Tularosa area. Larry now joins his wife, "Babe," and daughter Linda. Survivors include four sons, Jerry Hanway and wife, Rita, of Carlsbad, Robert Hanway and wife, Mary Ann, of Alamogordo, and…

                                          • Hayes, Brian Patrick

                                            Brian Patrick Hayes left this earthly plane Thursday, Oct. 16, 2008. Brian was born Jan. 24, 1974, in Pittsburgh, Pa., and moved to High Rolls when he was 5. He graduated from Alamogordo High School in 1991 and then attended the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, where he lived and worked in real estate investment until his untimely death. Brian was a people person; he never had a bad word to say about others. Brian would always find a way to make you smile and was always there to be counted on - a…

                                            • Henry O. Garrett

                                              Lt. Col. Henry O. Garrett (USAF Ret.) passed away Oct. 7, 2008, at 7 p.m., at the Hunnington Memorial Hospital in Pasadena, Calif. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday Oct. 18, 2008, at the First United Methodist Church of Roswell. The Rev. Gorton Smith will officiate.

                                              • Hogsett, Mary E.

                                                CARLSBAD - Mary E. Hogsett, 87, of Carlsbad, died peacefully in her home surrounded by family on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2008. A memorial service is scheduled for 1 p.m. Sunday at Grace Episcopal Church with the Rev. Maurice Gildert officiating. The family will privately scatter her ashes on the New Mexico desert and in the North Platte River of Nebraska. Denton-Wood Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Should friends desire, memorials might be made to The Jason Glade Litschke Memorial at Carlsbad…

                                                • Jay Cummins, Dorothy

                                                  Dorothy Jay Cummins, 88, of West Pierce Street, passed away Thursday, Oct. 23, 2008, at Carlsbad Medical Center., Funeral services are scheduled for 11 a.m. today at Denton-Wood Funeral Home Chapel with Chaplains Terry McKean and John Mezger officiating. Interment will follow at Carlsbad Cemetery., Denton-Wood Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements., Dorothy Jay Cummins was born Jan. 25, 1920, in Eastland, Texas, to Thomas Jackson and Edna Pearl (Phillips) Jay. She grew up in Texas, near Idalou,…

                                                  • Jeanne Marie Lahrman

                                                    Memorial services for Jeanne Marie Lahrman, 66, of Roswell, will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 25, 2008, at Anderson-Bethany Funeral Home Chapel with the Honorable Ralph Shamas presiding. Jeanne passed away Saturday, Oct. 11, 2008, at Presbyterian Hospital in Albuquerque. Tuesday, October 21, 2008 Full Story...

                                                    • Jeremy Eugene Conklin

                                                      Services are scheduled for 2 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 19, 2008, at Grace Community Church for Jeremy Eugene Conklin, 17, of Roswell, who passed away Oct. 15, 2008. The Rev. Sean D. Lee of Grace Community Church will officiate, with interment to follow at Memory Lawn Memorial Park. Saturday, October 18, 2008 Full Story...

                                                      • Jimmie Lyman Elton

                                                        There will be no services, but take a moment out of your day for Jimmie Lyman Elton, 85, of Roswell. Jimmie passed away Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2008. Saturday, October 18, 2008 Full Story...

                                                        • John L. Gary

                                                          Funeral services for John L. Gary, 93, of Roswell will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2008, at Anderson-Bethany Funeral Home with Rev. Jerry Gary officiating. Graveside services will be held in Lubbock, Texas, at Resthaven Funeral Home Memorial Park at 4 p.m. John went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, Oct. 10, 2008. Monday, October 13, 2008 Full Story...

                                                          • Johnny "Reggie" Revell

                                                            Memorial services for Johnny "Reggie" Revell, 55, of Roswell, will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 11, 2008, at Washington Avenue Fellowship with the Rev. Randy Reeves officiating. Reggie passed away Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008, at his home. Friday, October 10, 2008 Full Story...

                                                            • Kloft, Kathryn

                                                              Kathryn Dryden Kloft, age 90, of Dallas, Ga., passed away Saturday, Oct. 11, 2008. She was born Sept. 27, 1918, in Mattoon, Ill. Mrs. Kloft was preceded in death by her parents, Albert Wilson Dryden and Sarah Price Dryden, and husband, Edward Kloft. She loved traveling around the country, taking two cruises to Alaska and going to the casino. Mrs. Kloft enjoyed teaching her grandchildren arts and crafts, and she loved quilting, beading and making porcelain dolls. She was ready for any adventure that came…

                                                              • La Verne DelNobile

                                                                A rosary is scheduled for 7 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 16, 2008, at St. Peter Catholic Church, for La Verne DelNobile, 87, of Dexter, who passed away Friday, Oct. 10, 2008, at Covenant Medical Center, Lubbock. The Resurrection Mass will be 10 a.m., Friday, Oct. 17, 2008, at St. Peter Catholic Church. The Rev. Paul Juniet will conduct the service. Interment will follow at South Park Cemetery. Tuesday, October 14, 2008 Full Story...

                                                                • Lacoste, Jacques

                                                                  Jacques Lacoste He passed away October 22, 2008 in Plassac, France, three miles from his birthplace. Jacques was born September 21, 1938 in Blaye, France. In 1960 he immigrated to the United States, and began working at the French Consulate in Los Angeles, California. In the late sixties he attended beauty school, where he graduated as a professional hairdresser. He began his forty-year hairdressing career in Hollywood with numerous film and theatrical stars as his clients. He moved to Santa Fe, New Mexico…

                                                                  • Lewis, Alma Sanchez

                                                                    Alma Sanchez Lewis, 61, passed away Saturday, Oct. 11, 2008, at Mountain View Medical Center. She was born Jan. 22, 1947, in Las Cruces to Jesus and Luz Sanchez. She was a 1965 graduate of Las Cruces High School and attended New Mexico State University. Alma was retired from White Sands Missile Range. She was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church and the Belton Bridge Club, and was the treasurer for the Doña Ana Peppers (Good Sams RV Club), and the Bluebells and Crossfires square dancing groups. In…

                                                                    • Lillie Bejarano

                                                                      Lillie Bejarano, 95, passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on Monday, Oct. 20, 2008. She was preceded in death by her parents, Feliciano and Teresa Ortiz of Del Rio, Texas; her three brothers and one sister also of Del Rio; and her husband of 72 years, Juan Bejarano. Wednesday, October 22, 2008 Full Story...

                                                                      • Linehan, Barbara

                                                                        Barbara Linehan, 70, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2008, at her home in Alamogordo. She was born Nov. 11, 1937, in Oklahoma City to Thomas Robert and Anna Theresa (Johnson) Eppler. Barbara grew up on a small farm in Midwest City, Okla., with her two sisters and brother. After high school graduation, she met and married Airman Dennis Linehan, who was stationed locally at Tinker Field Air Force Base. After being stationed at several Air Force bases around the country, Barbara and her family made their home…

                                                                        • Looney, Billye

                                                                          CARLSBAD - Billye Looney, 81, of Sandia Street, passed away Friday, Oct. 24, 2008, at Carlsbad Medical Center. Services are pending with Denton-Wood Funeral Home.

                                                                          • Lowery, Thelma

                                                                            • Lt. Col. Henry O. Garrett, USAF Ret.

                                                                              On Tuesday evening, Oct. 7, 2008, Henry Oliver Garrett quietly passed away following a short illness and heart attack. Henry was born in 1920 at Dadeville, Ala., to Henry Oliver and Patricia Newell Garrett. He was their sixth child and only son. Saturday, October 18, 2008 Full Story...

                                                                              • Lucille G. Yates

                                                                                • Manuela Rios Gonzalez

                                                                                  A rosary will be recited for Manuela Rios Gonzalez, 79, of Dexter, at 7 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 16, 2008, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. A funeral Mass will be celebrated for Manuela at 1:30 p.m., on Friday, Oct. 17, 2008, at St. John's with the Rev. Juan Montoya O.F.M., officiating. Visitation will be held Thursday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Anderson-Bethany Funeral Home in Roswell. Burial will follow at South Park Cemetery. Wednesday, October 15, 2008 Full Story...

                                                                                  • Marek Aden Reddy

                                                                                    • Martinez Sr., Marcelino

                                                                                      Marcelino Martinez, Sr. 20th Anniversary Mass for repose of the soul of Marcelino Martinez, Sr. Lifetime resident of Santa Fe, passed away October 26, 1988. Followed in passing by daughter, Linda on July 7, 2004. Survived by wife Rose; six sons; one daughter; son now living out of state; many grandchildren, great grandchildren, other relatives, friends and acquaintances. Mass will be held at San Ysidro Catholic Church, lower Agua Fria, on Sunday, October 25, 2008, at 5:30 pm. Your attendance is sincerely…

                                                                                      • Miglionico, Mary J.

                                                                                        Loving wife, mother and friend Mary J. Miglionico, 63, of La Luz, passed away, Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2008 in Alamogordo. She was born Oct. 17, 1944 in Carrizozo to Joe B. and Sophie (Samora) Portillo. On Oct. 14, 1961 she married Dominic Miglionico at Cannon Air Force Base. She volunteered for 12 years as an emergency medical technician in Woodbridge, Va. She retired as a manager of the Data Systems Group for Verizon Telephone in Woodbridge, Va, in 2003 and they returned to La Luz. She is survived by her…

                                                                                        • Myrtle Forrester Owens

                                                                                          Graveside services are scheduled for 1 p.m., Friday Oct. 24, 2008, at Memory Lawn Memorial Park. 2605 E. 19th St., for long-time Roswell resident Myrtle Forrester Owens. The Rev. Vern Edmonson will officiate. Myrtle was born to Edna Adams and Josiah Forrester on Aug. 6, 1904, in Tennessee City, Tenn. Wednesday, October 22, 2008 Full Story...

                                                                                          • Obituary for DUNCAN

                                                                                            Delmar Duncan Sr., 94, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on Tuesday, October 21, 2008. He is survived by sons, Delmar Jr., Ronald Sr., Ronald Jr., and Michael; daughter, Deborah; sisters, Juanita and Faye; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren, and brother-in-law, Cecil Trantham. Delmar was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Ruth Duncan; brothers, Skeet and Ivy. Cremation will take place and Memorial Services will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the…

                                                                                            • Obituary for EARICKSON

                                                                                              Debra Ann Earickson, 52, our beloved mother, grandmother, daughter, and sister was called to our Lord on Friday, October 17, 2008. She was born in Pittsburg, KS on March 2, 1956. Debbie grew up in Albuquerque and resided in Kirtland, NM. She is survived by her daughters, Shawna Maggard, Michelle Earickson, and Kristina Fitzgerald. Also surviving are grandchildren, Madison Scarlotti, James Fitzgerald, and Kaitlynn Earickson; siblings, Bill, Kay, and Chuck; and their paretns, Lloyd and Mary Spurgeon. She will…

                                                                                              • Obituary for FOSTER

                                                                                                JOHN C. December 25, 1926 to October 17, 2008 Intelligent, loving, witty Father, Brother, Uncle, Grandparent, Mentor, WWII Veteran, Geophysicist and Friend who left us all indescribably heartbroken in the wake of his sudden departure. Loved deeply by his wonderful brother Mike; beautiful sister-in-law Dona; his blessed children Marjie, Bia, Linda, John and Jean; his gorgeous grandchildren Candace, James, Molly, Zach and Sylvie; and his precious great-grandchildren Savana and Kylie and many, many fortunate…

                                                                                                • Obituary for GUTIERREZ

                                                                                                  Josie "Fina" Gutierrez, born on March 2, 1940 in Dilia, NM passed away on October 21, 2008 in Albuquerque. She was preceded in death by her parents, Abelino and Carolina Gutierrez; brother, Benny Gutierrez; sister, Beatrice Ybarra; grandson, James Ray Baca; in-laws, Anselmo and Grace Gutierrez. She is survived by her loving husband, Ramon R. Gutierrez of 52 years; son, Richard Gutierrez and sons, Ricky and Adarin; daughters, Carol Gutierrez and her daughters, Cassandra, Jennifer, and Stephanie;…

                                                                                                  • Obituary for HUEPPAUFF

                                                                                                    William Arthur Hueppauff died October 13, 2008, following a sudden heart attack. Born April 14, 1934 in St. Louis, MO, to the late Lucille Hueppauff(Hayes) and the late Rudolph Hueppauff. Bill had one sister, Loretta Lewis who was married to the late John Lewis and two nephews. He attended Beaumont High School in St. Louis. Bill served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean War and attained the rank of Sergeant. On August 10, 1963, he was united in marriage to the late Kathleen Anne Hueppauff…

                                                                                                    • Obituary for JARAMILLO

                                                                                                      JUAN A. November 2, 1944 - October 25, 2007 Dad, it's been a year since you left us to be with our Lord. We miss and think of you everyday. Your warm, beautiful smile, hugs, and laughter are some of the things we miss the most. Mom is trying so very hard, but you can see the sadness in her eyes every day. Your family and friends think of you every day. When we think of you, we cry, smile and yes, sometimes laugh. You still bring joy to our lives and we are grateful for the time you were with us and that…

                                                                                                    • Obituary for LOBATO

                                                                                                      Louis A. Lobato 10-25-2002 Beloved husband, father, grandpa, and great-grandpa--be encircled by the great love of God; be at peace. We love and miss you everyday. Your family.

                                                                                                      • Obituary for LUJAN

                                                                                                        Bonifacio H. Lujan age 78, passed away on Tuesday October 21, 2008, after a long illness. He served in the Korean War, and was a Combat Veteran. He is survived by his wife Ruth G. Lujan; children Anthony Lujan, Cecilia and husband Ron Pincomb, Jim B. Lujan, Sam L. Lujan, Lupe Margaret Lujan, and husband John Sinclair; four loving sisters Rachel Silva, Erlinda and husband Tony Ortiz, Vera and husband Art Diez, Theresa and husband Tony Lujan; one loving brother Ted and wife Voni Lujan; aunts Nora Vigil,…

                                                                                                        • Obituary for MONDRAGON

                                                                                                          DONALD M. Final visitation fo Mr. Donald M. Mondragon (Patches), will be Saturday, October 25, 2008 at the Legacy Church, 7201 Central NW from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. with a Funeral Service at 10:00 a.m., Pastor Lamb, presider. Interment will follow at Pajarito Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jerry Montoya, Manuel Gurule, Mickey Mondragon, Bernardo Mondragon, Michael Mondragon and Sean McCullough. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861

                                                                                                          • Obituary for ROMERO

                                                                                                            Jerry Roland Romero Our Lord welcomed Jerry, 58, into Heaven on October 16, 2008. Beloved son, brother,uncle, nephew, godfather, and friend. Born in Williams, AZ. Raised in Phoenix, AZ. Attended St. Matthew's Catholic School, graduated in 1968 from Carl Hayden High School. Graduate of Phoenix College-Associate of Arts Business Degree and attended Arizona State University. Most recently, Jerry lived and worked in Farmington, NM. He also lived in Albuquerque and Seboyeta, NM since 1979. He positively…

                                                                                                            • Obituary for SANCHEZ

                                                                                                              Tomas (Tommy) P. Sanchez passed away Sunday, October 19, 2008 in Albuquerque at the age of 75. Tommy was an outdoorsman who loved to fish and hunt. He retired from the City of Albuquerque after 30 years of service. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Sara and Domacio Pohl, and his mother and father-in-law, Elisa and Ursenio Paz. Tommy is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Rosemary Sanchez; daughter, Tomasita Garcia; son, Edward Sanchez; grandchildren, Sara and Alejandro Garcia; stepbrother,…

                                                                                                              • Obituary for SZALAY

                                                                                                                Linda Kay Szalay, daughter of J.W. Savage Sr. and Vivian Pugh Savage, passed away at her home in Santa Fe, NM on October 21, 2008. Linda was born on November 22, 1942 in Grand Island, NE. Linda grew up primarily in Los Alamos, NM and graduated from Los Alamos High School. While attending the University of Wyoming, Linda received a scholarship from the Army Nurse Corps and was commissioned Second Lieutenant. In 1964, she graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing. She was a member of the Tri…

                                                                                                                • Obituary for TAFOYA

                                                                                                                  Rose Tafoya. Family and friends are saddened by the passing of Rose on October 22, 2008. She is survived by her five children Joseph Tafoya, Mary Guyse, Albino Tafoya, Jr., Lorraine Bivins and husband Bob, and Leo Tafoya; 14 grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren and her close friend Amy Lucero. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 63 years, Albino C. Tafoya; sisters Florence Padilla, Mabel Rubi, Dolores Alfaro and brothers Pelegrino Chavez and Delfino Rubi. Rose had a great love for…

                                                                                                                  • Obituary for WEINBRECHT

                                                                                                                    John Frederick Weinbrecht passed from this life on October 18, 2008 at the age of 91. He was born on May 10, 1917 in Terra Haute, IN to Amelia and Albert Weinbrecht. After graduating with a degree in mechanical engineering from Rose-Hulman Polytechnic Institute, John served active duty in the Army Corps of Engineers from 1941 to 1952, including 3.5 years in the Pacific conflict during WWII. He ultimately attained the rank of Colonel, serving in the Army Reserve until 1967. John joined what is now Los Alamos…

                                                                                                                    • Obituary for WHITE

                                                                                                                      John William White, age 59, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, was called home to be with the Lord, Thursday, October 23, 2008, while surrounded by his loving family. He was born on April 13, 1949 in Sherman, TX, and was a resident of Regina, NM, where he was a member of the Catholic Faith. John was a proud Veteran of the United States Army. He was preceded in death by parents, Edward and Frances White; and a sister, Audie M. Peacock. John is survived by his loving partner of 24, years,…

                                                                                                                      • Olshaskie, Robert James

                                                                                                                        Retired major, U. S. Air Force Robert James Olshaskie, 85, of Alamogordo, passed away Monday, Oct. 20, 2008, at the Aristocrat Assisted Care Facility. Major Olshaskie was born July 21, 1923, in Shelbyville, Ill., to Benjamin and Grace (Garrett) Olshaskie. He married Mildred Jayne Morgan Feb. 6, 1943, in Chicago, Ill. He joined the Army Air Corps in 1942. He was a veteran of World War II, Korea and Vietnam. He was a pilot and was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for his service in the battle for the…

                                                                                                                        • Orosco, Ralph S.

                                                                                                                          Service times Ralph Orosco passed away Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2008, in Alamogordo. Friends and relatives may pay their respects between the hours of 5 p.m. and 7 pm. Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008. Recitation rosary will follow immediately at 7 p.m. Funeral Mass will be Monday, Oct. 27, 2008, at 10 a.m., with interment at Monte Vista Cemetery in Alamogordo. The Orosco family has entrusted their loved one to the care of Alamogordo Funeral Home to direct the funeral services. To sign the online guestbook, please visit…

                                                                                                                          • Percy K. Heaslet

                                                                                                                            • Robinson, Jacob Granville

                                                                                                                              Master Sergeant, U.S.A.F., Ret. Jacob Granville Robinson 88 of Alamogordo, died Sunday, Oct. 12 in the family home in Alamogordo with his family by him. Jacob was born July 15, 1920 in Greenwood, Ind. to William A. and Effie M. Robinson. Jacob married Frances Kimbley of Indianapolis Oct. 1, 1946. They moved to Alamogordo in 1985 from Miami, Fla. for health reasons. He joined the Army Air Corps Nov. 7, 1939 and was stationed at Hickam Field where he manned guns during the Japanese attack in 1941. Jacob loved…

                                                                                                                              • Salyer Jr., Virgil Clay

                                                                                                                                Dr. Virgil Clay Salyer Jr., of Dublin, Texas, also known as Skipper, passed away to be with his Heavenly Father Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2008, at Comanche County Hospital. He enjoyed every day of his chiropractic career of 46 years, which included being the past president of the Texas Chiropractic Association and past president of the Chiropractic Board of Examiners. He had a doctorate in homeopathy. He had a fulfilling life of spreading laughter and encouragement to his family, patients and many friends. He was…

                                                                                                                                • Sarah Lillian Terry

                                                                                                                                  Sarah Lillian Terry, 84, a resident of Belen, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2008. She was a member of the Golf Road Church of Christ, in Belen. Lillian was born and raised in Hot Springs, now known as Truth or Consequences. She married Ray Terry, who was also from Hot Springs. Tuesday, October 14, 2008 Full Story...

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                                                                                                                                    William "Bill" Wallace 73, formerly of Sterling MA passed away Tuesday, October 14th at his home in Silver City, New Mexico. He is survived by his wife Peggy, of 10 years, two sons, William "Scott" of Charlton, Gregory of Raleigh, NC, a daughter Cindy Cooper and her husband Mark of Holden, and 7 grandchildren. Bill was born in Syracuse, NY to the late Wm. and Helen Wallace. He was a graduate of Bowling Green State University, Ohio. Bill was active in the First Church of Sterling, Boy…

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                                                                                                                                      for c., 51, of San Pablo will be held at 6 p.m. Monday(Oct. 27) at Our Lady of Guadalupe Shrine and Parish in Tortugas, where the prayer vigil will follow at 7 p.m. Funeral mass will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday(Oct. 28) at the same church. Burial will follow at the Tortugas Cemetery with military honors will be accorded by the Marine Corps League ? El Perro Diablo Detachment. Vargas died on Oct. 20 at La Posada ? Mesilla Valley Hospice. Survivors include his wife, Delia Segobia Vargas of San Pablo; sons,…

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                                                                                                                                        for Pepe will begin at 6 PM Monday, October 27, 2008 in Our Lady of Guadalupe Shrine and Parish, 3600 Parroquia Street in Tortugas where the Prayer Vigil is scheduled for 7 PM. Family and Friends will join together to celebrate the Funeral Mass at 10 AM Tuesday, October 28, 2008 in the same church with Reverend Donald Adamski officiating. The Rite of Committal and Interment will follow in the Tortugas Cemetery with military honors will be accorded by the Marine Corps League ? El Perro Diablo Detachment.…

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                                                                                                                                          Memorial service for Mildred Margaret Smith, 97, of Las Cruces will be held at 6:30 p.m. Friday(Oct. 24) at the home of Aubrey and Evelyn Smith. Smith died on Oct. 14 at Memorial Medical Center. Cremation will take place. Survivors include her son, Aubrey Turner Smith of Las Cruces; daughter, Melinda Kost of Grand Pass, Ore.; and eight grandchildren. Arrangements are by Baca's Funeral Chapels and Sunset Crematory.

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                                                                                                                                            for Luz Parra, 91, of Las Cruces will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday(Oct. 28) at Baca's Funeral Chapels. Funeral mass will be held at 2 p.m. the same day at Our Lady of Health Shrine and Parish, in Tortugas. Burial will follow in the Tortugas Cemetery. Parra died Thursday(Oct. 23) at MountainView Regional Medical Center. Survivors include her son, Jimmy Parra of Las Cruces; sister, Ramona Chavarria of Las Cruces; brothers, Alfredo Rodriguez of Safford, Ariz., Francisco Rodriguez of Los Angeles,…

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                                                                                                                                              will begin at 11 o'clock Saturday October 25 at the First Baptist Church of Deming and the funeral service will be there that afternoon at 1 o'clock with fellowship time following the service. Pastor Joe Byers will officiate. On Monday October 27, 2008 at 10 o'clock in the morning the graveside service and committal will take place at Masonic Cemetery, 760 S. Compress, Las Cruces. (575)526-9474, and is open to the public. Paul was born October 8, 1964 in Albuquerque to Richard Paul Little and…

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                                                                                                                                                Mary Gonzales, 79, of Silver City died Thursday(Oct. 23) at her residence. Services are pending with Terrazas Funeral Chapels.

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                                                                                                                                                  for Luz Gomez, 80, of Sunland Park will be held from 2 to 7 p.m. Sunday(Oct. 26) at Sunset Funeral Home-West, where the prayer vigil will be held at 4 p.m. Funeral mass will be held at 10 a.m. Monday(Oct. 27) at San Martin de Porres Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Memory Gardens of the Valley Cemetery. Survivors include her husband, Alberto Gomez; sons, George Gomez, and Alberto Gomez Jr.; daughters, Luz Maria Gomez and Leticia Lozano; one brother and eight sisters. Arrangements are by Sunset Funeral…

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                                                                                                                                                    Zoe P. Gaylord, 87, of Silver City died Thursday(Oct. 23) at Gila Regional Medical Center. Services are pending with Baca's Funeral Chapels of Silver City.

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                                                                                                                                                      A funeral service for Utana Sue Allen of Carlsbad will be held Thursday, October 23, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. at the West Funeral Home Chapel. Reverend Mike Stahl of Hillcrest Methodist Church will be officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Gardens Memorial Park. Utana Sue, 69, of Carlsbad passed away October 19, 2008 at Lakeview Christian Home. Wednesday, October 22, 2008 Full Story...

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                                                                                                                                                      Retired from Acme Cleaners Micaela R. Valenzuela, 76, a longtime resident of Alamogordo, died Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2008, in Las Cruces. Mrs. Valenzuela was born Nov. 2, 1931 in Matamores, Coahuila, Mexico to Geronimo and Maria Felix (Garcia) Reyes. She was retired from Acme Cleaners in Alamogordo where she had worked for 25 years. Survivors include two sons, Danny Valenzuela, Jr. and his wife Lupe, and David Valenzuela and his wife Carmen, all of Alamogordo; six daughters, Silvia Telles, Norma Valenzuela and…

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                                                                                                                                                        Micaela R. Valenzuela, 76, a longtime resident of Alamogordo, died Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2008, in Las Cruces. A vigil service will be conducted this evening at 7 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church with the rosary to be recited by Rita and Maria Torres. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated in the church on Monday at 10 a.m. with Father Bryant Hausfeld, O.F.M. as celebrant. Interment will follow in the Immaculate Conception Catholic Cemetery. Friends may call today from 3 to 5 p.m. at…

                                                                                                                                                        • Zenith Marie Tyler-Kermode

                                                                                                                                                          Memorial services for Zenith Marie Tyler-Kermode, 85, of Roswell, will be held at 1 p.m., Friday, Oct. 10, 2008, at Gateway Church with the Rev. Rick Rapp officiating. Zenith was called home Oct. 6, 2008. Friday, October 10, 2008 Full Story...

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