Obituaries

Jan 10, 2016

Gabaldon, Jessie H Our incredible mother Jessie Gabaldon, who traversed this beautiful earth for 95 productive years has peacefully passed over and joined her husband of 65 years, Roger Gabaldon Jr. and her parents, Romelia and Henry (Arakichi) Harada, her son Steven Gabaldon, her grandson Zak Gabaldon, her siblings, Mary Gonzales, Asia Nottoli, Genevieve Del Curto, Lucy Chavez, and Alberto...

Jan 10, 2016

Garcia, Fern JeanetteFern Jeanette Garcia, 96, passed away on January 10, 2016. She was born April 7, 1919, Audubon, MN to Oscar and Fannie Froysland. Fern attended nursing school in Fargo, ND, was an RN for over 40 years, had a beautiful heart and loved helping people. She is survived by her oldest son Shane Garcia; 6 granddaughters; 7 grandsons;...

Jan 9, 2016

Hernandez, Alex JorgeAge 26, passed away Saturday, January 9, 2016 in Socorro, NM. He was born January 6, 1990 in Albuquerque, NM. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Juvito Hernandez; aunt, Bobbi Tovar; uncles, Frank Durazo and Abraham Vasquez; cousin, baby Joseph Moreno. He is survived by his parents, Jorge and Maria Hernandez; sister, Valerie Garduno and children,...

Jan 9, 2016

Payton, Douglas G Douglas Gail Payton passed away peacefully with his family by his side in the early morning of January 9th, 2016. He is survived by his beloved wife and best friend of 36 years, Ann Payton (AnnieAnn), including his two canine kids Mollie and Ollie. Surviving him are also his son Orlando Payton and wife Novella, his daughter...

Jan 8, 2016

Baca, Fidel  Sr.Age 67, passed away Friday, January 8, 2016 at his home in Socorro, NM. He was born in Socorro on March 11, 1948, to Severo and Josefita Torres Baca. Fidel was a man of great faith. Music was his passion and he played for many functions around the Socorro area and was a member of the San Miguel Church...

Jan 8, 2016

Jan 8, 2016

Tafoya, Irene (Nene)Irene Tafoya (Nene), passed away peacefully at home in Corrales, surrounded by her loving family January 8, 2016. Born on June 26, 1928 in Las Aguitas, NM to Fidel and Ninfa Valdez, Irene was a life long Catholic and had a loving relationship with God and all of her family. Irene married Tomas Tafoya in 1947 after only...

Jan 8, 2016

Wrobel, Adele M. Age 92, passed peacefully on January 8, 2016 in New Mexico where she made her home since 1996.  Most of her life was spent in Worcester MA where she raised her family with her husband. She leaves behind her son Douglas and his wife, Judith of New Mexico. Preceding her in death was her husband Chester A. Wrobel...

Jan 8, 2016

Miller, Major General  David V. (USAF Ret.)MajGen Miller was born April 23, 1919 in Glen Ellyn, IL; the son of Otto and Bertha Abbott Miller. He grew up a child of the depression developing a respect for hard work and a passion for flying which he followed from early adventures in home built gliders to major accomplishments and more than 6300...

Jan 7, 2016

Chimento, Marie Ann Age 88, passed away Thursday, January 7, 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

Jan 7, 2016

Bryn, Stanley   Stanley Livingston Bryn, 88, of Socorro, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 7, 2016 at his home after a long period of declining health.  He was born in San Francisco on August 8, 1927 to Stanley Lewis Bryn and his wife, the former Margot Livingston. He was raised in Reno, Nevada where he attended school. The day after his...

Jan 7, 2016

Flores, Margaret Blanche Age 95, passed away Thursday, January 7, 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

Jan 6, 2016

Togami, Evelyn Hisako Our loving sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, Evelyn Hisako Togami, 95, peacefully departed this life on January 6, 2016.  Evelyn was born on December 9, 1920 in Albuquerque.  She married Arthur on August 10, 1947.  Together, they proudly tilled the earth and grew fresh produce for their communities from Bluewater to Albuquerque and ultimately establishing Togami Farm in Los...

Jan 6, 2016

Cordova, Lena A. Adelena Antonia “Lena” Cordova left this world to be with the Lord on January 6, 2016. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Julian and her beloved daughter, Denise. She is survived by her four children, Calvin Cordova and wife Anna, Sandra Taylor and husband Willie, Lynne Cordova and Bobby Cordova. She is also survived...

Jan 6, 2016

Efren passed away surrounded by family and friends in Albuquerque, NM on January 6, 2016. Efren was 73 years old. He was born in Tijuana, Mexico on June 18, 1942 to Rosa Navarro of Latimer, Iowa and F. Juventino Antonio-Martinez of Ixtepec, Oaxaca. Efren was a Grand Knight of Council 5729 of the Knights of Columbus, charter member of the...

Jan 5, 2016

Levinson, Robert "Sam"Age 78, passed away Tuesday, January 5, 2016 in Albuquerque, NM. He was born in Sunnyside, NY on May 23, 1937, to Samuel and Victoria (Liszka) Levinson. He was preceded in death by his parents. Robert attended Brooklyn Technical High School. He received his Associates Degree from Pennsylvania Military College in 1957 and an Associates from the Academy...

Jan 5, 2016

Smith, Grace H. Grace Helene Smith went to be with our Lord and Savior on January 5, 2016. She passed peacefully with her daughter Lisa and family by her side. Grace was born on August 2, 1939 in Gallup, New Mexico. Grace was preceded in death by her mother Mary S. Smith and father Arnold J. Smith. She is survived...

Jan 5, 2016

Martin, Charles Lynden Charles Lynden “Chuck” Martin, age 84, passed away January 5, 2016 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Chuck was born January 18, 1931 in Kalamazoo, Michigan to Howard Lindor and Mabelle Louise (Richmond) Martin. He married Eileen "Jeannie" Marie Stephens on February 11, 1950. Chuck was a manufacturer’s sales representative in the electrical industry for most of his...

Jan 5, 2016

Ortiz, EmmaAge 85, passed away Tuesday, January 5, 2016. Emma enjoyed baking, gardening, just being outdoors and being around families. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eddie Ortiz; parents, Clemente and Louisa Ortiz; children, Larry and Dorothy Ann Ortiz.Emma is survived by children, David and wife, Patsy, Eddie and wife, Margaret, Anna Archuleta and husband, Pat, Jerry and...

Jan 5, 2016

“You are my sunshine, my only sunshine, you make me happy when skies are gray, you'll never know dear, how much I love you, please don't take my sunshine away.”“You Are My Sunshine” was her husband's song to her, a song Mrs. Shirley (“Barrie”) J. Barrett Crosby held near and dear to her heart for all the years since her...