Obituaries

Lynette Rakes-Moschetti

Lynette Rakes-Moschetti

Dec 15, 2014

Rakes-Moschetti, LynetteMarch 10, 1926 - December 15, 2014 Lynette Rakes Moschetti passed away in Albuquerque, NM at the age of 88. She is the daughter of David and Myra Powers. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Suzie (Rakes) Lee. She is survived by her children: Mike Powers, Albuquerque, NM; Lynette Hughes, Wichita Falls, TX; Charles (Buddy) Rakes, Bennett...

Leo R. Aragon

Leo R. Aragon

Dec 15, 2014

ARAGON, Leandro R. "Leo"Age 86, passed away Monday, December 15, 2014. He was born in Aragon, NM on February 27, 1928. Leo was a veteran from United States Army   and also fought for his country in WWII. He also retired from the US Postal Service.  Leo received the 3rd degree knight.  He was preceded in death by his father Manuel Aragon; Mother...

Daniel B. Gomez

Daniel B. Gomez

Dec 14, 2014

Gomez, Daniel B. passed away on December 14, 2014 in Albuquerque, NM after a brief illness. He was surrounded by family when the good Lord took him. Daniel is survived by his son, Brayden; his parents, Bernardino and Dolores; his brother, Juan and wife Lisa; his brother Sal; four sisters, Brigida and husband, Gil, Angela and husband, Eric, Deanna and...

Elouise Laura Shrock

Elouise Laura Shrock

Dec 14, 2014

Shrock, Elouise  Age 89, passed away Sunday, December 14, 2014. She was born in Texas on July 20, 1925, and adopted by Robert and Dorothy  (Jones) Yochem. During her life she lived in many small towns in Texas and New Mexico, graduating from Carrizozo High School. Elouise was a very supportive mom and den mother, always willing to help. She actively participated...

Bertram Shands

Bertram Shands

Dec 14, 2014

Shands, Bertram  Age 86, passed away Sunday, December 14, 2014. No local services.  Daniels Family Funeral Services2400 Southern BlvdRio Rancho, NM 87124505-891-9192

Josephine T. Madden

Josephine T. Madden

Dec 14, 2014

Madden, Josephine T. Age 89, passed away Sunday, December 14, 2014. A Rosary will be held Friday, December 26, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Rd SE, Rio Rancho, NM. A Memorial Mass will be held Friday, December 26, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. Daniels Family Funeral Services2400 Southern...

William E. Bemis

William E. Bemis

Dec 13, 2014

BEMIS, WILLIAM E.William E. Bemis, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully in his home on December 13, 2014 with his family at his bedside, three days after his 72nd birthday. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Kitty C. Bemis, his daughter, Kristi Bemis-Standoli and her husband, Francesco Standoli, grandchildren, Luca William and Emmy Kay Standoli,...

Amelita T. Toledo

Amelita T. Toledo

Dec 13, 2014

Amelita Mariam Toya Toledo went into the presence of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 13, 2014.  Born August 20, 1916, Amelita was of Jemez and Pecos descent.  In her 98 years, Amelita witnessed her beautiful homeland of Jemez Pueblo transition from a small village of the 1800's to the technology-filled community of the 2000's.  She grew up tending her family's...

Keith E. Dowler

Keith E. Dowler

Dec 13, 2014

Dowler, Keith  E. Age 80, passed away Saturday, December 13, 2014. The youngest of three children, he was born in Las Vegas, NM to Keith B.  and Doris (Hart) Dowler. He was preceded in death by his parents. Keith is survived by his beloved wife of 61 years, Consuelo; son, Ron and wife Debora and grandsons, Charlie of Rio Rancho, NM, Joe...

Gary R. Baker

Gary R. Baker

Dec 13, 2014

Baker, Gary R. Gary Baker, 64, passed away on December 13th, 2014. He was born June 4th, 1950, in Solano, California to William and Edna Baker. Gary is survived by his daughter Jenise Kennedy, her husband Michael Kennedy, as well as his son Justin Baker, and his wife Shelby Baker. He is also survived by three grand children; Sean, Finn,...

William H. Leach Jr.

William H. Leach Jr.

Dec 13, 2014

Leach, William Harmon Jr.Age 64, passed away Saturday, December 13, 2014. He was born in Wellington, OH on April 14, 1950, to William H. and Juanita Martinez Leach. William is survived by his wife of 35 years, Pamela Rector Leach; sons, Michael A. Leach and Willie Leach; sister, Joyce Rael; brother, John Leach.  Services were held on Saturday, January 3, 2015,...

Benito "Chamba" Armijo

Benito "Chamba" Armijo

Dec 12, 2014

Armijo, Benito M "Chamba"Age 82, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 12, 2014 at his home in Socorro with his loving family at his side. He was born in San Antonio, NM on April 20, 1932, to Conrado and Theresa Gallegos Armijo. He grew up in San Antonio and as a teenager moved to Socorro. Chamba joined the US Army...

Claire Katherine Fraser

Claire Katherine Fraser

Dec 12, 2014

Fraser, Claire Katherine Age 77, a resident of Rio Rancho for 38 years, passed away Friday, December 12, 2014. She was born in Clifton, NJ on June 18, 1937 and graduated from Clifton High School in 1957. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Emil Tomakovic. Claire is survived by her husband, Robert Fraser, Sr. of Rio Rancho,...

Priscilla Sena

Priscilla Sena

Dec 12, 2014

Age 61, passed away Friday, December 12, 2014. She was born in San Luis, NM on April 17, 1953, to  Leonardo and Simona Trujillo.  She was preceded in death by her parents.  Priscilla is survived by her partner Rene Vargas; two sons, Bill Sena wife Michelle, Vince Sena wife Lisa; 10 sisters; 1 brother; Grandchildren Vince Sena Jr., Krystell Gonzales, Shanell Gonzales, and...

Nancy Lee-Smith

Nancy Lee-Smith

Dec 12, 2014

"My flesh and my heart may fail, But God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever." Psa. 73:26Nancy Lee-Smith, age 72, passed with peace and grace on December 12, 2014 with her loved ones by her side.  Predeceased by her loving husband 1ST Sergeant David Lee in 1997,  Nancy is survived by husband Lynn Leroy Smith, daughter Laura Lee,  step-son...

Macon Louise Strain

Macon Louise Strain

Dec 11, 2014

Strain, Macon LouiseMacon Louise Strain, age 77 born on June 7, 1937 passed away on December 11, 2014. She was a resident of Jemez Springs, Moriarty and Rio Rancho. Louise was preceded in death by her loving husband Harold Edward Strain. Ed and Louise raised three sons: Terry Strain of Lake Arthur, NM, Lonny Strain of Ponderosa, NM and Anthony...

Margaret M. Sanchez

Margaret M. Sanchez

Dec 11, 2014

Sanchez, Margaret M. Margaret Sanchez was born in Simpson, Pennsylvania in 1922 and grew up on a dairy farm near Waymart, Pennsylvania. She attended a one-room school, and graduated as her high school valedictorian. She moved to Washington, D.C. for work. During WWII she joined the Navy as a Wave. When she returned to D.C. after the war, she met...

Fermin Villanueva

Fermin Villanueva

Dec 11, 2014

Villanueva, Fermin T.  Born November 14, 1919, in Hatch, NM. Mr. Villanueva was a lifelong parishioner of San Felipe De Neri Church. Mr. Villanueva was preceded in death by his wife of 71 years Josie D. Villanueva; daughter Cecelia R. Villanueva; parents Faustin and Raquel T. Villanueva; sisters Eleanor Villanueva, Sofia Arviso, Rosa Maez, Ida Tafoya; brother Ruben Villanueva; stepsister Maria...

Martiniano Rupert Sandoval

Martiniano Rupert Sandoval

Dec 10, 2014

Sandoval, Martiniano R. Age 76, passed away Wednesday, December 10, 2014. A Graveside Service will be held Monday, December 22, 2014 at 9:00 a.m., Santa Fe National Cemetery, 501 N. Guadalupe St, Santa Fe, NM.  Daniels Family Funeral Services2400 Southern BlvdRio Rancho, NM 87124505-891-9192

Juliette M. Bartlett

Juliette M. Bartlett

Dec 10, 2014

Bartlett, Juliette M.Juliette Bartlett died peacefully on December 10, 2014 in her home in Rio Rancho, NM. She was a long time resident of Clarendon and West Rutland, VT. Born March 12, 1926 in Proctor, VT. She was predeceased by her parents, Isidore and Alice LaVictoire of Clarendon, VT; brother, Henry LaVictoire of Clarendon, VT; her husband of 65 years,...