Obituaries

Dec 9, 2012

NUKIA (Kia) RAY GAKIN On December 9, 2012, the lord was searching for a young man who was caring, kind, loving and hard worker who could walk the journey with him. Nukia was found and said "yes I will walk with you". He walked away in peace carrying his fishing pole, tackle and some tools. Fishing was his passion he...

Dec 9, 2012

Perez Antonio Leo Loving brother, uncle and friend went home to be with our Lord and Savior Sunday, December 9, 2012 at the age of 55. He was born to Camilo and Josefita in Albuquerque, NM. Antonio bravely served in the Army and was a disabled American Veteran and member of the DAV3. Antonio adored his family and loved spending...

Dec 9, 2012

Gallaher, Roy Dale was born on December 16, 1936 in Freer, Texas to Roy Franklin and Lorraine (Bailey) Gallaher. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Jack Gallaher, his baby sister Gallaher, and his loving wife of 57 years, Mary Katherine (Breece) Gallaher. He was raised in Albuquerque, NM and attended Albuquerque High. He was the quarterback...

Dec 8, 2012

Ornelas, Rutilo Age 74, passed away Saturday, December 8, 2012. He was a beloved husband of 45 years to his wife Ruby. He was also a father to four sons and twelve daughters; a grandfather to fifteen grandsons; fourteen granddaughters; thirty-nine great grandchildren and nine great great grandchildren. He will surely be missed by his loving family. Visitations for Rutilo...

Dec 8, 2012

Loving, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend went home to be with our Lord and Savior Saturday, December 8, 2012 at the age of 54. She was born in Bernalillo, NM on February 13, 1958. Dolores was preceded in death by her father, Eustaquio Salas; grandparents, Gregorio and Bernadita Salas, Abel and Abranita Dominguez. She is survived by mother, Cirilia Salas;...

Dec 7, 2012

Shahen, Timothy Timothy Shahen, surrounded by his loving family, made his transition on December 7, 2012 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was born in Brooklyn, NY to Guy and Grace Shahen and was raised in a picture perfect beach village on Long Island. When he met his wife of thirty-nine years, Lori, it was love at first sight. Their adventures...

Dec 7, 2012

Dec 6, 2012

Duncan, Jeanne Age 51, passed away Thursday, December 6, 2012. To view information please visit www.jeanneduncanmemorial.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-892-9920

Dec 6, 2012

McWilliams, Oscar Age 91, passed away Thursday, December 6, 2012. Oscar is a true story of struggle and resurrection. Born in Tupelo, Mississippi, Oscar began working when he was very young- most likely 7 or 8- at a funeral parlor. When asked what he did there, in his own words in a distinct southern accent he replied �I dressed the...

Dec 6, 2012

Giudice, Joseph E Age 91, passed away December 6, 2012 in Albuquerque, NM. Joe was born March 16, 1921 in Oneonta, NY to Sebastian and Maddalena (Pizza) Giudice, the oldest of ten children. He grew up on a dairy farm (as he thought everybody should), learning the life values that defined him--hard work, responsibility, dependability, honesty, and loyalty. He was...

Dec 5, 2012

Kilpatrick, John Lewis �Mr. Saxophone�- age 77, passed away Wednesday, December 5, 2012. He was born in Lubbock, TX on April 4, 1935, to Dan and Pearlie Kilpatrick. John was the oldest of 10 children. He attended Ella R. Iles Elementary and Dunbar High School. John was in the Dunbar band and he was the highest honored when he graduated...

Dec 5, 2012

Jaramillo, Gloria Jean Age 81, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 5, 2012 in Albuquerque, NM. She was born in Santa Fe, NM on January 4, 1931, to Robert and Hermina (Garcia) Bowers. She grew up in Albuquerque and attended St. Mary's High School. At age 17 she went to work for the phone company and moved to Socorro, NM...

Dec 5, 2012

Estrada, Josie (Padilla) Age 79, passed away Wednesday, December 5, 2012, at home surrounded by family and friends in Albuquerque. She was born at her parents� ranch in San Lorenzo Canyon, NM on September 4, 1933, to Herminio and Doloritas (Romero) Padilla. Josie was a dedicated lifetime member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Josie is survived by her brothers: Lauro...

Dec 5, 2012

Welch, Norman Age 62, passed away Wednesday, December 5, 2012. He was born in Sweetwater, TX on August 4, 1950, to Ross and Lavelle Welch. Norman graduated from Cooper High School in Abilene, TX. As we mourn the loss of Norman, we ask that all his family and friends celebrate his life the way he would have wanted it: good...

Dec 4, 2012

Owen, Bill Lee 71, passed away Tuesday, December 4, 2012 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Mogollon, NM on August 19, 1941 to Roy L. and Lucy L. (Turner) Owen. Bill was a rancher and worked in construction for many years. He was known by his fellow workers as "Paddlewheel Bill". His work took...

Dec 3, 2012

ZMUDA, STELLA E. Age 105, Stella (Kukla) Zmuda passed away on December 3, 2012 of natural aging causes at the Princeton Place Nursing Home in Albuquerque. She was the wife of the late Joseph Zmuda. They resided in Blackstone, Massachusetts and Gorham, Maine until his passing in 1989 when she moved to Albuquerque. Born October 7, 1907 in Blackstone to...

Dec 3, 2012

Ries, Nancy Lee Nancy Lee Ries passed away December 3rd, 2012. She was born February 24th 1937 in Ionia, MI to Genevieve and Kenneth Ries. Nancy is survived her husband, Pat McDaniel; her sons, Chuck (Brenda) Gifford and David(Kelly) Gifford, Pat's sons, Pete and Phil McDaniel; and a brother, Fred (Cheryl) Ries. She is survived by four grandchildren, Troy(Rachel) Gifford,...

Dec 2, 2012

Noyes, Kenneth A. age 73, passed away on Sunday, December 2, 2012. He was a witty, intelligent, compassionate man who will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. He was born in Union, Maine on April 18, 1939 to Evelyn M. (Mank) and Cedric A. Noyes. He was raised on the family blueberry farm as the oldest of...

Dec 2, 2012

Allen, Rose B. Age 83, passed away Sunday, December 2, 2012. A Memorial Service will be held Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at Gospel Light Baptist Church, 1500 Southern Blvd SE, Rio Rancho, NM. In lieu of flowers the family requests the donations be made to Gospel Light Baptist Church, 1500 Southern Blvd SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124....

Dec 2, 2012

Lewis, Brad Lyn was born in Canyon, TX on November 11, 1978. Brad passed from this life into our Lord's arms on December 2, 2012. He will always be remembered with much love by his family and friends, for his laughter and music, love and companionship he shared with his dog, Brody, and his kind heartedness for all. Brad's talents...