Obituary Listing

Dec 29, 2014

Villegas, Misael passed away Monday, December 29, 2014. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on December 29, 2014, to Oscar and Mirna  Valero.  Misael is survived by father, Oscar Villegas of Albuquerque, NM, mother, Mirna Valero.  Graveside Service will be held on Friday, January 2, 2015 a Fairview Memorial Park, 700 Yale Blvd. SE, Albuquerque, New Mexico. To view information or leave a...

Dec 26, 2014

Chavez, Lenore  M. Lenore Chavez quietly passed away Friday, December 26, 2014 at the age of 80. She was born in Seboyeta, NM on June 12, 1934, to Anastacio and Eliza Marquez.  Lenore attended school in Santa Fe at the Loretto Girl's School graduating in 1951.  She retired from the City of Albuquerque. Lenore enjoyed gardening, traveling with friends and spending time with...

Dec 25, 2014

A resident of Albuquerque, NM since 2003 and previously of Gallup, NM, age 59, passed away on Thursday, December 25, 2014. He was born on July 3, 1955 to Harold B. and Mary (Vandervort) Hansen, Sr. of Sewickly, PA. He married Patty Jo Gabhart on September 19, 1976 in Chesterton, IN. He graduated from Chesterton High School and earned his...

Dec 24, 2014

Reyes, Idali A. Our dearest Idali had a sweet, tender and caring spirit.  Her smiling, bubbly face and cheerful and playful personality would make us laugh.  Her expressive eyes communicated without words.She was very generous; she would take the food out of her mouth to give it to another person.  Besides, she was very helpful; if someone needed help, she immediately would offer...

Dec 21, 2014

Goodman, Gerald "Jerry" F. Age 82, passed away on Sunday, December 21, 2014 with his loving family by his side. He was born on May 4, 1932 to Dolph and Mildred (Boulerice) Goodman of Plattsburgh, NY. He was a farmer as he was growing up and was a graduate of Altona Central High School (Altona, NY) and TV-I (Albuquerque, NM.)...

Dec 12, 2014

James Mike Hontas Born: June 7, 1929. Canton, Ohio. Died: December 12, 2014 Beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away of natural causes, surrounded by family at home; he was 85 years old.  He was preceded in death by his sister, Angelina.  He is survived by his beloved wife of 33 years, Victoria ('Vicki'); children: twins Mike Hontas and Jami Hontas, and...

Dec 6, 2014

Drake, James O. Age 75, a resident of Albuquerque since 1977, died of cancer after a two year battle. He is survived by his loving wife, Kris, of 35 years; and children: Jimmy and Terri, Danetta and John, and Darrin and Sonja, all of the state of Washington; eight grandchildren: Jimmy, Mikayla, Rachel, Dee Anna, Heather, Rae Lynn, JoElle, and...

Dec 1, 2014

Our loving son, brother, grandson, uncle, friend, fierce competitor, and heroic public servant passed away at the age of 34, on Monday, December 1, 2014. He was born on August 28, 1980 to David and Lee Ann (Yerbich) Gibbs of Albuquerque, NM. He was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM who graduated from Rio Grande High School in 1998. It...

Nov 29, 2014

Helene Haruko Saeda Our loving sister, aunt and friend, Helene Haruko Saeda, peacefully departed this life on November 29, 2014.  She was a beautiful lady, but it was her beauty within that so many remember.  She was generous, caring and compassionate.  Numerous charities were beneficiaries of her kindness.  One impressive achievement must be mentioned.  At Albuquerque Federal Savings and Loan, Helene began her career as...

Nov 24, 2014

Jaramillo, Jennie Age 83 , passed away on Monday, November 24, 2014. She was born on September 8, 1931 in Albuquerque, NM to Santiago and Barbarita (Marino) Chavez. She enjoyed gardening flowers and volunteering at Presbyterian Hospital. Jennie also was an activist for the Democratic Party. She was preceded in death by her son, Robert Jaramillo; brother, Jimmie Chavez; mother,...

Nov 24, 2014

Garley, Stanley M. Age 96, passed away on Monday, November 24, 2014. He was born on May 3, 1918 to Henry and Leo (Martinez) Garley of Peralta, NM. He proudly served in the US Army during World War II where he earned the rank of Sergeant.  Mr. Garley retired from the Santa Fe Railroad as a gang foreman. He enjoyed gardening...

Nov 23, 2014

Oliver, Elizabeth Ann 07/12/1959 - 11/23/2014 Elizabeth Ann Oliver, 55, passed away Sunday, November 23rd, 2014 in Albuquerque, NM.  She was a resident of Las Cruces, NM.  She was born in Albuquerque, NM on July 12, 1959 to Charles Theodore Oliver and Emma (Aragon) Oliver.  Charles preceded her in death, and she is survived by her mother Emma, brothers Chuck Oliver (wife Jeanette)...

Nov 16, 2014

Salyer, Bernice  V. Age 103. a long time resident of Albuquerque passed away on November 16,2014.  She is survived by her 6 grandchildren; and 16 great grandchild.  She was preceded in death by her husband Donald C. Salyer Sr. and sons Donald C. Salyer Jr. and Lt. Col Robert L. Salyer. Private interment was held at Fairview Cemetery.  Memorial to Presbyterian Church or the...

Nov 8, 2014

Carr, Duane Keith Carr, Duane K. God picked His flower when he was ready on Sat. Nov. 8, 2014. There will be a viewing on Thur. Nov. 20, 2014, at 6:30 p.m. at Strong Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, with a reception following at 7:30 p.m.  On Fri. Nov. 21, 2014, viewing will begin at 10:00 a.m. at God's House...

Nov 6, 2014

Hughes, Pauline C. (Granny) Age 95, passed away peacefully in her home on November 6, 2014 with her loving family by her side. Pauline was born on August 17, 1919 to Raymond and Eva Randall in Albuquerque, NM.   She was preceded in death by her two husbands, Buster Caldwell and Ivan Hughes, daughters, Bertha Mae Bullington and Marilyn Joyce Caldwell,...

Nov 5, 2014

Griego, Joseph Michael “Joe,” age 94, entered into eternal life Wednesday, November 5, 2014. He was born in Primero, Colorado on September 8, 1920, to Miguel and Eloisa Griego who preceded him in death, along with his brothers Eddie and Elmer, and sisters Kathryn, Delia, Jessie, Julia, Ida and Barbara. He is survived by his beloved wife of 49 years,...

Nov 4, 2014

Benshoof, Lee Robert April 2, 1948 - November 4, 2014.  Loving father of Zachary and Catelyn.  Survived by a brother Arthur (Aida) and sisters Jeanne and Karen.  Well respected Family Law Attorney in Albuquerque, New Mexico.  Former curator of the New Mexico Natural History Museum of Albuquerque New Mexico.  We will miss Lee very much.  To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Strong...

Nov 2, 2014

Oct 29, 2014

Espinosa, Maria E. Maria Elizabeth "Betty" Espinosa passed away Wednesday, October 29, 2014 surrounded by her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Betty was proceeded in death by her husband Fiolencio Espinosa, son-in-law Dennis Amos, her parents Justiano and Frances Crespin, and also by 2 brothers and a sister. Betty is survived by her 4 children Eva Amos, Joe Espinosa, Agnes...

Oct 26, 2014

If I had to give my Yiayia, Greek for grandmother, a job title it would definitely be a gardener.  She planted a seed wherever she went. Emilia Kadena left us on October 26, 2014.  She was born Emilia Delagrammatika in, then, Constantinople, Turkey on August 15, 1916, the name day of our Virgin Mary.  Six years later, with the fall of the Ottoman...