Obituaries

Manuel R. "Rick Marquez Jr

Manuel R. "Rick Marquez Jr

Jun 20, 2015

Marquez, Manuel  R. "Rick"58, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 20, 2015 with his loving family at his side. He was born in Socorro, NM on September 17, 1956 to Manuel R. "Manny" and Virginia (Douglas) Marquez. Rick was a lifelong resident of Socorro. He graduated from Socorro High School, Class of '74. He attended New Mexico Tech, UNM, and also...

Shelby D Walker

Shelby D Walker

Jun 20, 2015

Walker, Shelby D Shelby Walker was born on February 11, 1920 In Oak Ridge, Louisiana to Jake and Rosie Walker. He was baptized at a young age and grew up in the Deep South. At 21 years of age he entered into the US Army bootcamp and seven days later WWII broke out. Shelby became a United State Soldier. After...

Albert Dardashti

Albert Dardashti

Jun 19, 2015

Dardashti, Albert  Albert Dardashti, age 67, passed away Friday, June 19, 2015. Services will be held at Eden Memorial Park, Mission Hills, CA.  Daniels Family Funeral Services2400 Southern BlvdRio Rancho, NM 87124505-891-9192

Daniel Torres Sierra

Daniel Torres Sierra

Jun 19, 2015

Torres Sierra, Daniel  Age 21, passed away. Daniel enjoyed, fishing, snowboarding, working out and spending time with his family.Daniel is survived by his parents, Sylvia Sierra and Felipe Torres; brothers, Aaron Torres, Ramiro Montoya; sister, Carina Torres and many relatives and friends.A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, June 26, 2015, 6:00 pm, at Family Worship Center, 7311 Glenrio Rd....

Gilbert Sena

Gilbert Sena

Jun 19, 2015

Sena, Gilbert   Age 64 of Rio Rancho, formerly of Las Vegas, New Mexico passed away into the arms of our Lord & Savior on Friday June 19, 2015. He was born on March 6, 1951 in Gonzales Ranch, New Mexico to the late Miguel & Casimira Sena. He was preceeded in death by his parents Miguel Sena & Casimira Gonzales...

Peggy A. Krumlinde

Peggy A. Krumlinde

Jun 18, 2015

Krumlinde, Peggy A.  Age 76, passed away Thursday, June 18, 2015. She was born in Big Spring, TX on July 24, 1938, to Elbert and Letitia (Harris)   Branham. Visitation will be held Sunday, June 21, 2015 at Cross Hope Lutheran Church, 6104 Taylor Ranch Rd NW Albuquerque, NM 87120. Service will be held on Sunday, June 21, 2015 at 1:00pm at...

Raymond Martinez

Raymond Martinez

Jun 18, 2015

Martinez, Raymond   Martinez, Raymond Beloved son, brother, father, and grandfather, age 65, passed away June 18, 2015. Survived by wife Irene, daughter Brenda & husband Charles & grand-daughter Emma Gallegos, daughter Annette & husband Michael Chavez. Sisters Gloria & Darlene and brother Joey. Family wishes to thank Albuquerque Grand & VA Hospital for their help and support. Ray-Ray, we love...

Tomas Rey Benavidez

Tomas Rey Benavidez

Jun 17, 2015

Benavidez, Tomas Rey Our Baby Tomas Rey Benavidez was taken early to heaven above on Wednesday, June 17, 2015. Tomas is survived by his parents, Michael Marcel Benavidez and Vickie Hernandez; brothers, Michael Rey and Lawerence Benavidez; great grandparents, Tom Benavidez and wife, Kathy; grandparents, Marie LaJuenesse and Mike Benavidez; several uncles, Aunts and cousins.He was preceded in death by...

Timothy J. Peterson

Timothy J. Peterson

Jun 17, 2015

Peterson, Timothy J. Heaven gained a new angel when Timothy Jay Peterson, age 50, went to be with the Lord on June 17, 2015. Tim is survived by his loving wife of thirty years Rhonda; his children Melanie and Tyler; and his grandson Emilio. He is also survived by his mother Kennye Decker; step-mother Marge Peterson; his brothers Wayne Peterson...

Andrew Bongiorno "POP"

Andrew Bongiorno "POP"

Jun 17, 2015

Bongiorno, Andrew "POP"   (July 17, 1928- June 17, 2015Andrew went to be with the Lord on June 17. He is preceded by his father and mother, Leonardo and Felicia Bongiorno and sister Antonietta. He is survived by his devoted wife, Eva and his adoring children Pat Mastriano, Michele LiRosi and Andrea Jacquin, along with their spouses. His legacy will live...

Ramon Enrique Encarnacion-Bayron "Quique"

Ramon Enrique Encarnacion-Bayron "Quique"

Jun 17, 2015

Encarnacion-Bayron, Ramon Enrique "Quique"Born May 2, 1939 in San Juan, Puerto Rico , passed away June 17, 2015. Since September 2002 Ramon resided at the ARCA South Valley Group Home. He was involved in Special Olympics and received many medals for his participation in swimming, bowling, golf, track and bocce ball. Ramon loved children and many considered him their "Grandpa"...

Wilma Rauber

Wilma Rauber

Jun 17, 2015

Rauber, Wilma   Wilma passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2015 at the age of 94 surrounded by loved ones. She was born in Petershagen, Germany on October 12, 1920 to Lena Quest, and came to the US at the age of 4. Her first Christmas in the US was on Ellis Island. Wilma grew up with cousins Herman, Dodie, Millie, Madge,...

M Cecilia Funk

M Cecilia Funk

Jun 16, 2015

M Cecilia FunkAge 97, passed away Tuesday, June 16, 2015. Cecilia is survived by her children, Mary Miller (Grant), Patricia A Goodhart (Frank), Daniel Funk (Linda); 12 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, nine great great-grandchildren.  Services were held at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. To share memories with family please visit www.danielsfuneral.com  Daniels Family Funeral Services7601 Wyoming Blvd NEAlbuquerque, NM 87109505-821-0010

Alma Garrison Green

Alma Garrison Green

Jun 16, 2015

Green, Alma Garrison passed away peacefully on the evening of June 16, 2015. She was born in Greenville, SC on July 9, 1933 and was raised in Mallard Creek, NC. She moved to New Mexico in 1954 and eventually became a "flight hostess" for Continental Airlines.  After settling in Socorro, she opened her own small business, Alma's Fashions. While in Socorro...

Linda Turrietta

Linda Turrietta

Jun 16, 2015

Turrietta, Linda  50, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 16, 2015 with her loving family by her side. She was courageously fighting a battle with pancreatic cancer. Linda was born on April 26, 1965 in Socorro to Florencio and Mary Ascension (Montoya) Turrietta. She was a lifelong resident. Linda enjoyed the outdoors - camping, fishing, hunting, and even going to get...

Betty Quinn

Betty Quinn

Jun 16, 2015

Betty J. QuinnAge 86, passed away Tuesday, June 16, 2015. She was born in Socorro, NM on August 27, 1928, to Parker and Corrie Quinn. Betty was a remarkable, generous person who was always willing to help friends and family. Throughout her life she volunteered her help in many endeavors, ie; rescuing cats, dogs, and any animal needing help.  Betty’s exceptional...

Raymond Felipe Martinez

Raymond Felipe Martinez

Jun 15, 2015

Martinez, Raymond Felipe Age 40, passed away Monday, June 15, 2015 in Albuquerque, NM. He was born in Socorro, NM on July 10, 1974, to Priscilla Martinez and Juan Gomez. Raymond was born and raised in Socorro and spent his last few years in Los Lunas and Albuquerque, NM. He was the oldest of six children and a dedicated family...

Martha C. Erskine

Martha C. Erskine

Jun 15, 2015

Erskine, Martha  Age 79, passed away Monday, June 15, 2015. She was born in Brooklyn, NY on April 1, 1936, to Angelo and Margaret (Tortorici) Traina. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Leo Erskine Sr. and daughter, Donna Acierno. Martha is survived by her son, Leo Erskine of Rio Rancho, NM; her daughter, Maureen Sawtelle of Wamego,...

Felicia T. Popoola

Felicia T. Popoola

Jun 15, 2015

Popoola, Felicia T. Age 62, passed away Monday, June 15, 2015. She was born in Oyo States, Nigeria on October 10, 1952, to Aremode Alabi Olawuwo and Koleosho Omotunde Ayoka. Felicia is survived by children, Mr. & Mrs. Olusegun "Victor" Popoola of Albuquerque, NM, Mr. & Mrs. Olusola Popoola of Germany, Mr. Olayinka Timothy Popoola of Nigeria, Mr. & Mrs....

Alan Anderson

Alan Anderson

Jun 13, 2015

Anderson, Alan D. Age 95, passed away Saturday, June 13, 2015. Service will be announced at a later time.