Obituaries

Feb 27, 2014

Simona Longoria, age 77, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, went to be with the Lord, Thursday, February 27, 2014. She was born in Vaughn, NM and is a resident of Albuquerque. Simona enjoyed putting jigsaw puzzles together, keeping her house nice and tidy, and above all she loved her family so much. Simona is survived by her loving children, Ray...

Feb 27, 2014

Evelyn Louise Strawn, age 91, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully, Thursday, February 27, 2014, while surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Omaha, NE and was a resident of Rio Rancho, NM. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Willis Ray and Robert Strawn; and a great-granddaughter. Evelyn is survived by her loving children (and...

Feb 27, 2014

Goshy, Allyn N. Age 83, passed away Thursday, February 27, 2014. Services will be at a later date in Missouri. Daniels Family Funeral Services 2400 Southern Blvd Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-891-9192

Feb 26, 2014

Daisley, Helen M. Age 89, passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2014. She was born in Escanaba, MI on March 14, 1924, to Gothard and Marie (Larson) Arntzen. She and her husband of almost 50 years, Richard J. Daisley moved to Rio Rancho, NM in 1992. They had previously lived in Ontario, CA. She was a member of Community of Joy...

Feb 26, 2014

Donna Jane Martinez of Albuquerque, New Mexico went to be with the Lord on February 26, 2014. Donna was born March 23, 1937 in Wewoka, Oklahoma to her mother, Bernie Parks and father Dick Carder. She is survived by her husband, Mr. Frank Martinez of Bartlesville, Oklahoma. Frank and Donna met and married at the University of New Mexico. They...

Feb 25, 2014

Gardner, Matthew C. Age 34, passed away February 25, 2014, at his home in Rio Rancho, NM. He was the son of Marianne and John Gardner; grandson of Margaret Casey; and grandson of Martha Gardner. Matt was born January 16,1980, in Albuquerque, NM. He graduated from Cibola High School in 1998 and earned his Associates Degree in Network and Systems...

Feb 25, 2014

Vallejos, Emily Age 77, passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2014. She was born in Moquino, NM on February 21, 1937, to Carlos Padilla Sr. and Natividad Baca. She was preceded in death by her spouse Jerry Vallejos Sr.; parents Carlos Padilla Sr. and Natividad Padilla; brother Carlos Padilla Jr.; nephew Carlos Padilla III. Emily is survived by her children, Jesse...

Feb 25, 2014

MARLENE G. HARWOOD Albuquerque, NM -- Marlene went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 25, 2014. Marlene was born on July 13, 1935 to Charles and Jeanette Giuffra of Brooklyn, NY. Marlene graduated from Oneonta University, NY, with a Degree in Teaching. She taught for many years in the NY public and private school system. She leaves behind...

Feb 25, 2014

CALDWELL, LEW JR. Lew, Age 89, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 25, 2014 at his residence in San Acacia, NM. By his side were his wife Mary F. Caldwell of 62 years, his grandson/caretaker Lucky L. Caldwell, and his daughter-in-law Carol Caldwell. He is survived by his beloved wife Mary F. Caldwell; his children Lew M....

Feb 25, 2014

Gilbert A. Garcia, Jr., age 30, beloved husband, father, son, and brother, passed away as a result of an auto accident, Tuesday, February 25, 2014. He was born in Albuquerque, and was a resident of Los Lunas,NM. Gilbert was a member of the Plumber's Union. Gilbert is survived by his loving wife of 13 years, Joanna Garcia; his precious children,...

Feb 24, 2014

Roy Leyba, age 88, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully at his home, Monday, February 24, 2014. He was a lifelong resident of Pena Blanca, NM, where Roy was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. He was also a member of the Society of San Jose in Galisteo. He was preceded in death by his...

Feb 24, 2014

Belmore, Edward James Our �gentle spirit�, age 54 of Rio Rancho, NM entered the eternal kingdom surrounded by the love of his family and pastor Michael on Monday, February 24, 2014. He is preceded in death and was loved very much by his father-in-law, Lyle Peterson, of Santa Fe, NM; his grandparents, Edward and Dorothy Belmore, Harry, Vi and Thelma...

Feb 23, 2014

Kahler, Jean (MacLane) 94, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 23, 2014 at her home surrounded by her family and those that loved her, which was her dearest wish. She was born in West Newton, MA on February 20, 1920 to William B. and Natalie Fitch (Allen) MacLane. In 1924 her family moved to California, which was home for most...

Feb 23, 2014

Cook, Robert "Robby" Russell loving son and brother, age 21, passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2014. Robby was born on August 25, 1992 to Robert N. and Juanita L. Cook in Albuquerque, NM. He was a senior majoring in Mechanical Engineering at New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology at the time of his passing. He was also employed...

Feb 23, 2014

Feb 23, 2014

Sparkman, David M. Age 91, passed away Sunday, February 23, 2014. A Graveside Service will be held Tuesday, March 4, 2014 at 1:30 pm at Santa Fe National Cemetery, 501 N. Guadalupe St, Santa Fe, NM. Daniels Family Funeral Services 2400 Southern Blvd Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-891-9192

Feb 22, 2014

Age 92, passed away after a ten year battle with dementia on Saturday, February 22, 2014. She was born in Mayaquez, Puerto Rico on April 22, 1921, to Juan and Trinidad Carbo. While drifting off to be with the Lord her final moments were spent surrounded by the love of family and friends. Mary was a long time resident of...

Feb 22, 2014

Gutierrez, James Patrick Age 47, of Ranchos De Taos, New Mexico, passed away Saturday, February 22, 2014, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. James was born September 28, 1966 in Santa Fe, NM to Filemon R. and Stella Gutierrez. He is preceded in death by his father, Filemon; sister, Diana Olonia. James is survived by his mother, Stella Gutierrez; companion, Louise Martinez;...

Feb 22, 2014

Mendoza, Manuel Manuel Mendoza, a loving husband, father, and grandfather, died Saturday, February 22, 2014. He was 88 years old. Manuel died at his home in Rio Rancho, New Mexico surrounded by his family. Born January 1, 1926 in Trinidad, Colorado, Manuel was the third youngest of seven children. Growing up he was known as a great athlete and was...

Feb 21, 2014