Obituaries

Robert Burel Branson

Robert Burel Branson

Jan 23, 2011

Robert Burel Branson, 77, of Farmington, died Sunday, January 23, 2011, in Farmington. He was born January 9. 1934, in Sommersville, MO. to Dewitt and Ocie Branson. He attended high school in Ruidoso and joined the U.S. Air Force in 1951. He served in the Korean War and was honorably discharged in 1954. He moved to Farmington in 1957 and worked as...

Hasbah Silago

Hasbah Silago

Jan 22, 2011

Hasbah Silago was born into the Salt People Clan for the Black Streak People Clan. Silago was a homemaker and rancher. She was well known for making Navajo cake. She loved cooking, herding sheep and enjoyed being with her grandchildren. Survivors include her daughters, Grace Becenti of Fremont, Calif., Mary Jean John of Mariano Lake; eight grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; five...

Betty M. Sandoval

Betty M. Sandoval

Jan 22, 2011

SANDOVAL-Betty M. Sandoval, 88, loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend went home to be with our Lord and Savior Saturday January 22, 2011. Betty was born May 1, 1922 in Del Norte, CO. Betty was a devoted Catholic and donated most of her time helping others in several different organizations. Betty was a very strong, independent, and a dedicated mother...

John M. Ward, Sr.

John M. Ward, Sr.

Jan 22, 2011

WARD - John M. Ward, Sr., 84, passed away January 22, 2011. He was born May 24, 1926 in Brooklyn, NY and has been a resident of Rio Rancho, NM since 1973. He proudly serviced his country in the U.S. Navy. He was a lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus and of the American Legion. He was predeceased by...

Elaine Trenchard

Elaine Trenchard

Jan 22, 2011

TRENCHARD - Elaine A. Trenchard, 92, passed away on January 22, 2011. Elaine's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010

Margaret Lee Parsons

Margaret Lee Parsons

Jan 21, 2011

Margaret Lee Parsons, 72, of Bloomfield, left her family suddenly on Friday, January 21, 2011, in Farmington. She was born January 26, 1938, in Brigham City, Utah to William and Francis Dickey. Her life's journey took her to several places including Utah, Washington, D.C., Texas and finally to Farmington in 1968 where she later married Victor K. Parsons. She worked hard her...

Stanley Alfred Cavis

Stanley Alfred Cavis

Jan 21, 2011

CAVIS- Stanley A. Cavis, age 60, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on Friday, January 21, 2011. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, January 24, 2011 at Church of Latter Day Saints Haines Street Chapel, 5709 Haines Ave. NE. Stanley’s care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800

Howard C. Jones

Howard C. Jones

Jan 21, 2011

FARMINGTON Howard C. Jones May 15, 1925 - Jan. 21, 2011 Howard C. Jones, 85, of Farmington, passed from this life on Friday, Jan. 21, 2011, in Farmington. He was born on May 15, 1925, in Lander, Wyo. Howard moved from Wyoming to Farmington in 1957 and established Howard's Photography. He served this area with professional and industrial photography until he retired in...

Evelyn Ev"" Olga Murray

Evelyn Ev"" Olga Murray

Jan 21, 2011

MURRAY - Evelyn Olga “Ev” Murray, 84, passed away on Friday, January 21, 2011 in Datil, New Mexico. Evelyn was born on December 12, 1926 to Joseph and Olga (Wodicka) Kadane in East Islip, New York. She is survived by her loving husband of 58 wonderful years of marriage, Michael J. Murray Jr.; her devoted children, Patricia Murray Preston and...

Carrie Rebecca Montoya

Carrie Rebecca Montoya

Jan 21, 2011

MONTOYA - Carrie Rebecca Montoya, age 70, beloved and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, was called to her heavenly home by the Lord, Friday, January 21, 2011. She was born in Irvin, KY and was a member of the Sandia Pueblo community for 35 years. Carrie was a pre-school teacher. She enjoyed reading, her pets, and spending time with her...

Carl Leo Jordan

Carl Leo Jordan

Jan 20, 2011

FARMINGTON Carl Leo Jordan July 17, 1926 - Jan. 20, 2011 Carl Leo Jordan, 84, of Farmington passed from this life on Thursday, January 20, 2011. He was born July 17, 1926, in Pryor, Okla. to G.W. Jordan and Agnes (Landrum) Jordan. Mr. Jordan was preceded in death by his father, three sons, and one daughter. He is survived by his devoted wife...

William Walter Weideman

William Walter Weideman

Jan 20, 2011

WEIDEMAN- William W. Weideman, 81, a resident of Rio Rancho, NM passed away January 20, 2011. He is survived by his daughters, Marsha Jaramillo and husband Ken, Nancy Moore; grandchildren, Billie Smithey Cave and husband Josh, Andrew Smithey, Lindsay Moore, Kellie Moore, Stacy Moore, Seth Jaramillo; eight great-grandchildren; sister, Shirley Boyer; two nephews; one niece. He was preceded in death...

Marie Muller

Marie Muller

Jan 20, 2011

MULLER- Marie Muller, 78, passed away January 20, 2011. She is survived by her sisters, Louise Lesica, Amy Fittipaldi; brothers-in-law, Peter Lesica of Southold, NY, Vinnie Fittipaldi of Rio Rancho, NM; niece, Barbara Burzillo of Rio Rancho, NM; best friends, Donald Kelly, Ann Mundwitch, Karen Catt; and many friends at the Naples Art Association and FAA Retired Managers Group. Marie...

George Quintana Sr.

George Quintana Sr.

Jan 20, 2011

QUINTANA- George Quintana, Sr., 66, of Santa Fe, NM went to be with the Lord on January 20, 2011. He is survived by his loving family, Grace Quintana of Santa Fe; daughter and son-in-law, Yvonne and Gene Romero of Pecos; son and daughter-in-law, George Jr. and Patricia Quintana of Rio Rancho; brother, Lee Quintana and wife Jackie of Hernandez; sisters,...

Alice Louise Hickman

Alice Louise Hickman

Jan 19, 2011

Alice L. Hickman, 84, of Aztec, passed away on January 19, 2011, in Aztec. She was born on November 12, 1926, in Farmington to Roy and Babe Sullivan. Alice grew up on the San Juan River near Bloomfield. Her grandfather was the first territorial sheriff of San Juan County and both her father and brother were also sheriffs. She rode a...

Diana S. Franklin-Shapiro

Diana S. Franklin-Shapiro

Jan 19, 2011

FRANKLIN-SHAPIRO - Diana S. Franklin-Shapiro, 53, passed away January 19, 2011. She was born August 3, 1957 in Albuquerque, NM. She is survived by her loving family, mother Betty Franklin; her true love Michael Shapiro; children DeAunna Everingham and husband Juanico, David Shapiro and girlfriend Celeste Rivas, Kevin Shapiro, and Julio Nevarez; grandchildren Steven Everingham and Hailey Everingham; sister Debbie...

Dan Johnson

Dan Johnson

Jan 19, 2011

Johnson-Dan Johnson Jr., 85, passed away January 19, 2011 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.1509 Edith SE Albuquerque. He leaves to cherish his memories: his loving wife Gertrude Johnson, 1 son Dan Johnson lll, 3 daughters, Sharon Palmer (Charles Sr.), Cynthia Johnson and Pamela Ray (Eddie), 12 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral services will...

George Taack

George Taack

Jan 19, 2011

TAACK- George Taack-Interior Designer and Albuquerque Business Owner George Taack, 62, interior designer and business owner, died January 19, 2011 at Presbyterian Hospital. He was born October 14, 1948 in Detroit, Michigan. George received a bachelor’s degree from Michigan State University in 1970 and a master’s from the University of New Mexico in 1972. His career as interior designer and co-owner/owner...

Ralph Edward Mahan

Ralph Edward Mahan

Jan 19, 2011

Ralph Edward Mahan, 80, passed away peacefully in his sleep from this life on Wednesday, January 19, 2011 at his home in Aztec. He was born March 14, 1930 in Lindrith, New Mexico to Fred and Bessie Mahan. Ralph graduated from Farmington High in 1950. In 1950 he became employed with El Paso Natural Gas Company until his retirement in...

Fernando Lujan

Fernando Lujan

Jan 19, 2011

LUJAN-Fernando Lujan, 57, loving husband, father, grandfather and friend went home to be with our Lord and Savior on Wednesday, January 19, 2011. Fernando was born in Chicuahua, Mexico on June 18, 1953. Fernando was a hard worker, dedicated father and a loving husband. Fernando is survived by his loving wife Yolanda; daughters Susi Aranda and husband Miguel and Yajaria...