Obituaries

Donna Kay Knight

Donna Kay Knight

Mar 30, 2015

Knight, Donna Kay Donna Kay “Bella” Knight, age 76, died March 30, 2015. She was born April 14, 1938 in Tacoma, Washington, the daughter of Joseph Paul Adams, Sr. and Ada Feilda  “June” (Jeffords) Adams.  Donna, affectionately known to many as “Bella”, later moved to Colorado where she resided for many years.  For a time, Bella moved to Arizona; later returned to Colorado,...

Frank Christopher Lopez Sr.

Frank Christopher Lopez Sr.

Mar 30, 2015

Lopez, Frank Christopher Sr. Frank Christopher Lopez Sr. a beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, wonderful grandson and nephew, passed away and left this world too soon.  He was also special to many countless cousins and friends. Those who knew Frank knew of his humor, love and devotion to his family and friends.  He was a strict, loving man who taught his...

Emilio Trujillo

Emilio Trujillo

Mar 28, 2015

Trujillo, Emilio  Age 72, passed away peacefully in his sleep Saturday, March 28, 2015. He was born in Wagon Mound, NM on May 21, 1942, to Ignacio and  Lucita Trujillo. He was preceded in death by his wife, Adolina Trujillo; and grandson, Mateo Brown. Emilio is survived by his children, Valerie Brint, Kenneth Trujillo and his wife, Blanca, Karen Trujillo of Albuquerque,...

Gertrude Powdrill

Gertrude Powdrill

Mar 28, 2015

Powdrill, Gertrude  Age 91, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2015. She was born in Timpson, TX on March 3, 1922, to Vestor Jennings and Florence Johnson. She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Charlie King, Florence King, three brothers and one sister. Gertrude is survived by her daughter Jan Powdrell from CO, two sisters; Vera Hodges, Sirlura Henderson...

Margaret Vollendorf

Margaret Vollendorf

Mar 28, 2015

Vollendorf, Margaret L. Margaret “Jackie” Vollendorf passed away at her home in Albuquerque on March 28, 2015, with her children at her side. She was born on January 24, 1925 in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. After the births of her two older sisters, her dad was certain that she was going to be a boy and chose the name “Jack”. She...

Raymond P. Gallagher

Raymond P. Gallagher

Mar 27, 2015

Gallagher, Raymond P. Raymond P. Gallagher, age 77, passed away Friday, March 27, 2015. He was born to Everett and Cleo Gallagher November 24, 1937 in Hilliard, OH. He proudly served his country in the U. S. Navy. He is survived by his loving wife, Maryhelen Gallagher; children: Libbi Gallagher; Michelle Bailey and husband, Clifford; Brian Gallagher and wife, Valerie;...

Michael "Shorty" Secatero

Michael "Shorty" Secatero

Mar 26, 2015

Secatero, Michael S. "Shorty"Age 80, passed away Thursday, March 26, 2015 in Albuquerque, NM. He was born in Alamo, NM on August 10, 1934, to Miguel and Mary Apachito Secatero. Michael was raised in Alamo and was a very hard working and generous man. He was a very loving and devoted family man who enjoyed hunting and especially enjoyed the...

Sixto Saavedra Jr.

Sixto Saavedra Jr.

Mar 26, 2015

Saavedra, Sixto  Jr.Sixto Saavedra Jr., 96, was called by his Heavenly Father on Thursday, March 26, 2015, while surrounded by his family.  He was born to Sixto & Leonor Saavedra on October 8, 1918 in Luis Lopez, NM. He was a proud U.S. Army veteran of the WWII era and a faithful and loyal member of San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church...

Christine T Buvens

Christine T Buvens

Mar 25, 2015

Buvens, Christine T. Age 87, passed away Thursday, March 26, 2015. She was born in Little Rock, Arkansas, on January 7, 1928, to John Parker Templeton and Florence Carlee. Christine attended Clovis and Lordsburg High School and University of New Mexico. Her hobbies were rose gardening, yoga, and tennis. Christine was employed the Federal Court System for 12 years. She...

Cleto A. Gonzales

Cleto A. Gonzales

Mar 25, 2015

Gonzales, Cleto  Age 26, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2015. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on February 11, 1989, to Paul and Laura (Rothrock) Gonzales. Cleto is survived by his parents; siblings, Claudia Lilly Gonzales, Eloyd Lee Gonzales; grandmother, Gertrude Gonzales; twelve Uncles and Aunts, and a loving extended family. A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, March 31,...

Toni Garcia

Toni Garcia

Mar 24, 2015

Garcia, Toni  Toni Garcia passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2015 in Albuquerque. She was born in Canyon, New Mexico on January 19,1930. She was born to Roman and Leonella Jaramillo. Toni was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Toni is survived by daughter and son in law, Patsy and Eddie Parraz; granddaughter, Michelle Vallejos; great grandchildren, Tawni Vallejos, Joseph Vallejos...

Alice Y Martinez

Alice Y Martinez

Mar 23, 2015

Age 83, passed away Monday, March 23, 2015 in Albuquerque, NM. She was on born to Luciano Ybarra and Dolores Rosales on August 6, 1931, in Eagle Pass, TX. Alice was a resident of Albuquerque for over 29 years. She is preceded in death by her husband David Trinidad Martinez. Alice is survived by her children Gerry Martinez and wife...

Roslyn Gleen

Roslyn Gleen

Mar 23, 2015

Gleen, RoslynRoslyn Gleen, age 87, passed away Monday, March 23, 2015. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, March 27, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. at Daniels Family Funeral Services - Southern Chapel, 2400 Southern Blvd SE, Rio Rancho, NM. In lieu of flowers the family has requested that donations be made to either the JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation), 26...

John Almaraz

John Almaraz

Mar 22, 2015

John AlmarazJohn Almaraz, age 92, died on Sunday, March 22, 2015 at home in Albuquerque following long illnesses.  He is survived by his children, David (wife) Helen Almaraz; Anita A. Chavez and Barbara Almaraz; María Elena (husband )Juan Chavez of Santa Fe, NM; and John (wife) Bella D. Almaraz.  He is also mourned by his brother Felix (wife) Rachael Almaraz, sister-in-law Cecilia...

Oscar Almeida Chavira Sr.

Oscar Almeida Chavira Sr.

Mar 22, 2015

Almeida Chavira, Oscar  Age 60, a resident of Albuquerque for over 30 years, passed away on March 22, 2015. Oscar was a very hard worker and would do anything to help out his friends and family. His four grandchildren were the light of his life. He made his family his top priority and was the rock of the family. He had...

Martha S. Garley

Martha S. Garley

Mar 22, 2015

Garley, Martha S. Martha “Sesaria” Garley, 76, passed peacefully in her sleep on March 22, 2015. Martha was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Jose Angel and Miquelita Garcia. She graduated from Albuquerque High School and went on to the Army. She was a semi-professional wrestler and a “Gogo” dancer. A loving wife, mother, and grandmother and matriarch to this...

Jennifer A. Yardman

Jennifer A. Yardman

Mar 22, 2015

Yardman, Jennifer A. Jennifer Yardman, 36, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on Sunday, March 22nd, with her loving family by her side. Jennifer was born on April 28, 1978 to John and Susan Bryl, in Portland Oregon. Growing up with her younger sister, Emily, she enjoyed reading all of the time. They had many summers spent in their parents’ running...

Maria A. "Mary" Silva

Maria A. "Mary" Silva

Mar 21, 2015

Silva, Maria A. "Mary" 76, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 21, 2015 with her loving family at her side. She was born in Manzano, NM on March 14, 1939 to  Martin and Clarita Lopez. Mary was a life long resident of Socorro, moving here when she was only 17 years old. She was a wonderful lady who loved everyone. Mary...

Virginia J. Trimble

Virginia J. Trimble

Mar 20, 2015

TRIMBLE, VIRGINIA  J. Virginia Josephine Trimble, 96 passed away peacefully in her sleep March 19, 2015.  She was many things; a devout Catholic, an avid bridge player (she came in first the last time she played), an optimistic golfer, a darn good fisherwoman, a dedicated volunteer, a world traveler and the family matriarch. She went by many names: Ginny, Snooks, Mom, Mother,...

Consuelo S. "Connie" Chavez

Consuelo S. "Connie" Chavez

Mar 20, 2015

Chavez, Consuelo S. Consuelo S. Chavez “Connie”- Entered into the gates of heaven on Friday, March 20, 2015.  Connie was born in Santa Fe, NM on June 9, 1927.  During her time in this life, married in 1954 to Richard S. Chavez for 48 years until his departure into heaven in 2002. Connie lived a full active life and worked in retail...