Obituaries

Jabez Smith

Jabez Smith

Feb 2, 2016

Smith, Jabez Franklin Age 69, passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2016 at his home in San Antonio, NM surrounded with his family at his side. He was born in Gallup, NM  on September 13, 1946, to Lucius and Frankie Carpenter Smith. Jabez was a resident of San Antonio since 1993. He was a logger and a mechanic and loved the outdoors....

Richard Caldwell

Richard Caldwell

Feb 2, 2016

Caldwell, Richard  "Pushbroom"Age 60, passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2016. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on October 25, 1955. Richard was the co-owner of Rio Valley Greenhouses.He was preceded in death by his parents, Bonefacio "Barney" and Margaret Caldwell; brothers, John, Ruben, Robert Caldwell and niece Natalie McRoberts.Richard is survived by wife of 27 years, Kathi Caldwell; children Dominique, Donovan...

Mary L. Mitsdarffer

Mary L. Mitsdarffer

Feb 2, 2016

Mitsdarffer, Mary L. Age 87, passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2016.  Born March 27, 1928 in Cook County Illinois, adopted by August and Iva Oye. She spent most of her life in central Illinois where she attended school and married raising her four children. Sue Beuerle of Corrales NM, Pat Coleman of Auroa Co, Mike Coleman (deceased) and Jacquie Roderick of...

Leroy Carl  "Jack" Mann

Leroy Carl "Jack" Mann

Feb 1, 2016

Mann, Leroy C. "Jack"Leroy C “Jack” Mann, a Marine, Federal Mine Inspector, and coal mine Ventilation Supervisor died 1Feb16 surrounded by his family. Jack was born on18Feb47 in Monclo, WV to Carl E and Leoma Cook Mann. After graduating high school, he volunteered for the US Marine Corps. He served two years in Vietnam as a Crew Chief and Door...

Ernestina Isabel Lopez

Ernestina Isabel Lopez

Jan 31, 2016

Lopez, Ernestina I.  LOPEZ - Ernestina I. Lopez, age 91 went home to be with her Heavenly Father on Sunday, January 31, 2016. Ernestina grew up in Talpa, N.M. the eldest child of Felipe and Maria Pablita Martinez. Ernestina moved to Albuquerque in the mid 1940’s where she met her husband Jesse. They spent many happy years together enjoying their wonderful,...

Edward R. Gutierrez

Edward R. Gutierrez

Jan 31, 2016

Edward R. GutierrezEdward R. Gutierrez was born during a flood in Las Cruces, New Mexico on August 9, 1925 to Jesus B. Gutierrez and Aurora Valdez. He died on January 31, 2016 in Albuquerque. Ed was preceded in death by his parents, sister Emma and brother-in-law Lewis Spencer, brother Ralph and sister-in-law Jean Gutierrez.  He is survived by his wife of...

Felix L. Lopez-Mull

Felix L. Lopez-Mull

Jan 31, 2016

Lopez-Mull, Felix L. Age 45, passed away Sunday, January 31, 2016 in Socorro, NM. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on March 11, 1970, to Richard V. and Louisa Gallegos Lopez.  Felix graduated from Socorro High School and received his BA degree in Social Work from CNM college in 2004. He then received his Masters degree in 2006, graduating with honors....

Mary E. Martinez

Mary E. Martinez

Jan 30, 2016

Martinez, Mary   God Said, the Angel touching your sleeve, get some rest.Age 81, Passed away  Sunday, January 30, 2016 in Albuquerque, NM.   Mary was one of three children; born  March 27, 1934 to the late Rogerio and Virginia Baca in Socorro, NM.  She was the beloved wife of Mike Martinez Sr. for 63 years.  Mary will be forever remembered by her brothers; Cirilio Baca...

Arthur C. Leyba

Arthur C. Leyba

Jan 30, 2016

Leyba, Arthur  Arthur C. Leyba (AKA WalMart Art) Age 66, passed away Saturday, January 30, 2016. He was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico on June 2, 1949, to Arthur and Stella Leyba. He was preceded in death by his life long partner, Cynthia C. Martinez; parents, Arthur and Stella Leyba; sister Becky Leyba.  He was an avid Nascar fan, always had nice...

Peggy Frances Hopper

Peggy Frances Hopper

Jan 30, 2016

Peggy (Peg) Frances Hopper, Our Earth Angel passed away Saturday, January 30, 2016. She was born in Batesville, AR  on February 25, 1939, to Carm and Lucille Hopper. Peggy was a caring, loving person.  She loved being around children and really loved and cherished her family.  She had a passion for cooking, dancing and reading.  She enjoyed spending time near the water surrounded by...

Martin Pena

Martin Pena

Jan 30, 2016

Pena, Martin  Age 77, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and brother went into the loving arms of the Lord as he was surrounded by family on Saturday, January 30, 2016. Martin was a successful business man and owner of Martin Pena's Barber Shop in the Barelas community. His love for music inspired him to promote and play in several bands...

John F Weigele

John F Weigele

Jan 30, 2016

Weigele, John F Age 99, passed away Saturday, January 30, 2016. He was born in Guttenberg, New Jersey on May 6, 1916 to Richard Weigele and Marie Hensler Weigele. He was the eldest of five children. His four siblings were: Richard, Jr., Helen, Harold, and Mary. John was raised in the farm country of Ulster County, New York, where he...

Marie Jeanette Chavez

Marie Jeanette Chavez

Jan 29, 2016

Marie Jeanette (Geibel) Chavez ended her journey of caring, compassion and unconditional devotion to the Lord, her family and friends on the morning of Jan. 29th. Jeanette passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family from complications of cancer. Jeanette was born in Vaughn, N.M. on March 3, 1949 to John and Ramona Geibel. She was predeceased by her mother, Ramona...

Edwin J. Weber

Edwin J. Weber

Jan 29, 2016

Weber, Edwin J. Dr. Edwin J.Weber, age 91, died on January 29, 2016. He was born on October 18, 1924, to Edwin and Rose Weber in Petroskey, MI. He is survived by his wife, Gloria; two sons, Mark Weber and wife, Patti and David Weber of Albuquerque; two daughters, Heidi and husband, James Beakley of Albuquerque and Robin and husband,...

Lila Ann May

Lila Ann May

Jan 28, 2016

May, Lila Ann On Thursday, January 28, 2016 in Socorro, NM the Lord Jesus called Lila Ann May to share His glory in heaven. Lila was born on October 10, 1929, to Dee Andrew and Mamie Anna (Kunzie) Blooding in Eads, Co. where she attended school. In 1946 she married Harold Kregar and was blessed with five children. After Harold's...

Marilyn Kelley

Marilyn Kelley

Jan 28, 2016

Kelley, Marilyn A resident of Albuquerque, NM and previously Moriarty, NM, passed away on January 28, 2016 at the age of 48, surrounded by family and friends.Marilyn is survived by her twin sister, Carolyn Konz and her partner Joan Wittig; her children, David Smith, Kevin Smith and his fiancé Heather, Robert Kelley and his girlfriend Dominique, and Amanda Emerson; her...

Meriam Elaine Munnerlyn

Meriam Elaine Munnerlyn

Jan 28, 2016

Munnerlyn, Meriam  Age 69, passed away Thursday, January 28, 2016.  To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com  Daniels Family Funeral Services4310 Sara Road SERio Rancho, NM 87124505-892-9920

Ruby Vasquez

Ruby Vasquez

Jan 27, 2016

Vasquez, Ruby   Our special butterfly, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 27, 2016 in El Paso, TX surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Albuquerque, NM on September 24, 1940 to Manuel and Seferina (Romero) Chavez Rivera. Ruby was a resident of San Pedro since about 1972. Loving and devoted wife, mother, sister, and grandmother. She was a...

Barney W Padgett

Barney W Padgett

Jan 27, 2016

Padgett, Barney  W. Age 84, passed away Wednesday, January 27, 2016 at his home in Datil, NM. He was born in Pikesville, TN on June 2, 1931, to John M. and Etta M. (Rothwell) Padgett. Barney was a resident of Datil for the past 40 years.  He served 4 years in the US Air Force during the Korean War. Barney graduated from...

Janice R. Daigh

Janice R. Daigh

Jan 27, 2016

Janice R. DaighJanice Robinson Daigh passed away January 27, 2016 at the age of 90 years young from a ruptured brain aneurysm.  Known affectionately to her family as “Granjan”, her indomitable spirit will be missed.Born in New York City on August 20, 1925, Janice lived in Italy and Brazil as a child, and attended high school in Syracuse, NY during World...