Obituaries

Linda (Roybal) Garcia

Linda (Roybal) Garcia

Apr 15, 2011

Linda (Roybal) Garcia, 67, of La Jara, left this earth to be with our Heavenly Father on April 15, 2011 in Farmington. She was born on July 20, 1943 to Anthony and Thelma Roybal in Durango, Colorado. Linda was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She was a self-less person with a heart of gold and saw good in...

James E. Willey

James E. Willey

Apr 15, 2011

James E. Willey passed away on April 15, 2011 at the age of 82. Cemetery arrangements are entrusted to Sandia Memory Gardens. DANIELS FAMILY FUNERAL SERVICES Sandia Memory Gardens 9500 San Pedro NE Albuquerque, NM 87113 (505)891-3539

Jerome J. Zangara

Jerome J. Zangara

Apr 15, 2011

ZANGARA - Jerome “Jerry” Zangara, 78, of Albuquerque died Friday, April 15, 2011. He was born to the late Salvatore and Eleanor Zangara. He was an Air Force veteran and was involved with law enforcement most of his life. He was a Chavez County Deputy Sheriff and a Lieutenant with the Roswell Police Department. Later, he was an instructor with...

David Hobbs

David Hobbs

Apr 14, 2011

Per family request, an obituary was not printed. Arrangments are entrusted to: Tse Bonito Mortuary 16 Alma Drive Tse Bonito, New Mexico 87301 (505) 371-5565

Stacy King

Stacy King

Apr 13, 2011

Per family request, an obituary in not printed. Arrangements are entrusted to: Cope Memorial Chapel 1830 Barbara Gallup, New Mexico 87301 (505) 722-6671

Jerry Skeet

Jerry Skeet

Apr 13, 2011

Skeet was born into the Salt People Clan and born for the Towering House People Clan. Skeet was an avid hunter and enjoyed the company of family and friends. He will be missed. Survivors include his brothers, Roger Skeets, Tony Skeets, Anderson Skeets, Richard Skeets; sisters, Annie Skeets, Effa Alonzo, Pauline Plummer, Marilyn Yazzie. Skeet was preceded in death by...

Gloria M. Musser

Gloria M. Musser

Apr 13, 2011

MUSSER- Gloria M. Musser, 82, passed away on April 13, 2011. Gloria was a resident of Albuquerque for most of her life. She was born in Alva, OK on January 17, 1929 to Harlan and Lois Farabee. She is survived by her daughter, DiAnn Walkinshaw of Albuquerque, NM; sons, Larry W. Butler, Englewood, CO; Jimmy Doug Butler, Farmington, NM; Mark...

Kathleen Diallo

Kathleen Diallo

Apr 13, 2011

Diallo was born into the Bitter Water People Clan and born for the Zuni People Clan. Survivors include her husband, Algassimo Diallo; daughters, Jolene Cook, Zarinah Diallo; sister, Esther Willie, Etta Johnson; brothers, Harrison Johnson, Bennie Begay Jr., all of Superman Canyon. Diallo was preceded in death by her son, Malcolm Nez; parents, Mary and Wilbert Johnson; brothers, Kenneth Johnson,...

Richard Gallegos

Richard Gallegos

Apr 13, 2011

GALLEGOS, Richard, 63 passed away April 13, 2011. Richard was born November 6, 1947 in Albuquerque, NM to Herman and Josefita Gallegos. Richard proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corp and retired from the United States Postal Service as a letter carrier. There will be a graveside service for Richard on Saturday, April 16, 2011 at 10:00a.m. with...

Vance R. Jones

Vance R. Jones

Apr 12, 2011

Jones, Vance R. Jones, 64, passed away on April 12, 2011. Vance is preceded in death by his mother, Lottie Allgood and son, Kenneth L. Sanchez. He is survived by his wife, Rosie Jones and children, Yvette M. Jones and Randy R. Sanchez, six grandchildren, Lasha Chavarria, Brandi Martinez, Kenneth Sanchez, Kassandra Sanchez, Dylin Valdez and Briana Sanchez, one great-grand...

Creighton Clark

Creighton Clark

Apr 12, 2011

Clark was born into the Water That Flows Together/Edge Water People Clan and born for the Bitter Water/Water That Flows Together People Clan. Clark was a caring and lovable person. He was always seen with a smile on his fae. He loved to be around his family and friends, especially his immediate family. Clark loved to travel and see new...

Leatha Rose Jenkins

Leatha Rose Jenkins

Apr 12, 2011

JENKINS- Leatha Rose Jenkins, 77, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, NM was called home to our Heavenly Father on April 12, 2011. Mrs. Jenkins was born on December 7, 1933 to Richard and Vonceil (Garrett) Wimbley of Galesburg, IL. She moved to Albuquerque in 1963 where she was an active member of her community. She worked as a caseworker for...

Wallace Kinlicheeni

Wallace Kinlicheeni

Apr 12, 2011

Kinlicheeni was born into the Towering House People Clan and born for the Coyote Pass People Clan. Kinlicheeni retired from Railroad as a track layer. He was a well known medicine man. Survivors include his companion, Mary J. Jim of Tsaile; brothers, John Woody of Chinle, Charles Woody of Shiprock, Arnold Woody of Shiprock, Harry Woody of Shiprock; children, Isabelle...

Gilbert Casaus, Sr.

Gilbert Casaus, Sr.

Apr 12, 2011

CASAUS - Gilbert Casaus,Sr., age 84, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away Tuesday, April 12, 2011, while surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Cuba, NM and was a resident of Albuquerque. Gilbert served his country in the United States Army, during World War II. Gilbert is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Gertrude...

Florence Flo"" Catena

Florence Flo"" Catena

Apr 12, 2011

CATENA- Florence “Flo” Catena, 90, passed away on April 12, 2011 at Kaseman Hospice in Albuquerque, NM. She is survived by her brother, Robert J. Catena and wife, Jean; nieces Lucia Stamp, of Sawfell, MN, Melissa Damato of Chats-worth, CA; nephew, Robert Catena Jr. of Wheaton, IL as well as many dear friends. She was born in Chicago in January...

Michael Lee McWhorter

Michael Lee McWhorter

Apr 12, 2011

MCWHORTER - Michael Lee McWhorter, 52, passed away on Tuesday, April 12, 2011 in Albuquerque, NM. Mike was born in Socorro, NM to Frank and Lola McWhorter on August 5, 1958. He is survived by his loving wife of four years, Katharina McWhorter of Datil, NM; his devoted and loving sons, Trampus and Kade McWhorter and their mother, Carol Lee...

William M. Aguilar

William M. Aguilar

Apr 12, 2011

AGUILAR- William M. Aguilar, age 77, a resident of Albuquerque for the past 33 years, passed away on Tuesday, April 12, 2011. William was an Air Force veteran having served four years and then joined the Army retiring as a Sergeant First Class after serving 25 years. He served in Korea, Germany, Panama as well as three tours in Vietnam....

Barbara Courville Shepherd

Barbara Courville Shepherd

Apr 11, 2011

SHEPHERD, Barbara Courville Shepherd, 76, beloved wife, mother and grandmother passed away Monday, April 11, 2011. Barbara was preceded in death by her sister, Audrey Ryan on February 1, 2011. She is survived by her husband of 51 years, James W. Shepherd, three sons; Duane, Gregory and Robert Shepherd. Granddaughters, Megan Angelov, Abigail Shepherd and grandson, Benjamin Shepherd. Nieces, Kellie...

Eugene F. Getz

Eugene F. Getz

Apr 11, 2011

GETZ- Eugene “Gene” Getz, 88, went to be with the Lord on April 11, 2011 surrounded by family. Gene is survived by his beloved wife of 66 years, Betty Lou; six children, Fred Getz of Albuquerque, Diana Rushing of Xining, China, Jeff Getz of Colorado Springs, Ralph Getz of Rio Rancho, Marsha Highum of Albuquerque, Jill Petraglia of Albuquerque; nine...

Evelyn L. Balok

Evelyn L. Balok

Apr 11, 2011

BALOK- Evelyn L. Balok, 89, passed away on Monday, April 11, 2011 with her loving husband by her side. Mrs. Balok was born on October 19, 1921 to Roy C. and Ellen Johanna (Eaton) Mann of Three Rivers, MI. She married Chester C. Balok on December 5, 1942 in Indiana. They moved to the Albuquerque area in 1959 and then...