Tomas Benavidez
Jun 17, 2015
Benavidez, Tomas Rey Our Baby Tomas Rey Benavidez was taken early to heaven above on Wednesday, June 17, 2015. Tomas is survived by his parents, Michael Marcel Benavidez and Vickie Hernandez; brothers, Michael Rey and Lawerence Benavidez; great grandparents, Tom Benavidez and wife, Kathy; grandparents, Marie LaJuenesse and Mike Benavidez; several uncles, Aunts and cousins. He was preceded in death...
Celestino Centeno
May 5, 2015
Centeno, Celestino P. Age 97, passed away peacefully Tuesday, May 5, 2015. He was born on May 19, 1917. Celestino served in World War II, under General Patton, he volunteered many many hours at the VA Hospital, DAV and VFW. Undoubtedly he will be missed deeply by all who knew and loved him. He was preceded in death by his...
Javier Rivera
May 1, 2015
Rivera, Javier J. Javier Rivera was a wonderful human being, that loved his family and had a great heart and the desire to help anyone he saw in need. Javier was loved by everybody and touched many lives. He is survived by his parents, Javier and Maricela Rivera; siblings, Martin Rivera, Maria Rivera, Soledad Rivera and Jesus Rivera; his one...
Lugardita Montano
May 1, 2015
Montano, Lugardita Lugardita "Luggie" Montano, age 91, went to be with her Father in Heaven on Friday, May 1, 2015. She was born on December 29, 1923 and was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM and an heir to the Atrisco Land Grant. She is preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Thomas Montano; parents, Carlos and Rosalia;...
John Saavedra
Apr 28, 2015
Saavedra, John Vincent Ballejos "Stoner" Born on June 9, 1986, has departed us to be with our beloved Lord on April 28, 2015. Vincent is survived by his parents, Leroy Ballejos and wife, Marcella, Margaret Moya and husband, Augustine; children, Neveah, Antonio and Aubrianna; siblings, Orlando Rambes and wife, Luana, Helen Saavedra, Melissa and Leroy Jr. Ballejos; grandparents, Helen and...
Leandro Villanueva
Apr 25, 2015
Villanueva, Leandro "Leo" Age 82, passed away Saturday, April 25, 2015. He was born and raised in Villanueva, NM. He was drafted in 1952 for combat in Korea. Leo was a people person and a inspirational role model to follow. He enjoyed gardening and going to the rodeo. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Theresa; two children,...
John Garcia
Apr 6, 2015
Garcia, John A. John A. Garcia, 91, loving father, grandfather and great grandfather passed away peacefully Monday 6 April 2015. He was born in the town of Carnuel on July 12, 1923. John Garcia served in the Philippines with the U.S. Navy during WWII and had a long distinguished career with Sandia National Labs before he retired from federal service...
Frank Lopez Sr.
Mar 30, 2015
Lopez, Frank Christopher Sr. Frank Christopher Lopez Sr. a beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, wonderful grandson and nephew, passed away and left this world too soon. He was also special to many countless cousins and friends. Those who knew Frank knew of his humor, love and devotion to his family and friends. He was a strict, loving man who taught his...
Sixto Saavedra Jr.
Mar 26, 2015
Saavedra, Sixto Jr. Sixto Saavedra Jr., 96, was called by his Heavenly Father on Thursday, March 26, 2015, while surrounded by his family. He was born to Sixto & Leonor Saavedra on October 8, 1918 in Luis Lopez, NM. He was a proud U.S. Army veteran of the WWII era and a faithful and loyal member of San Felipe de Neri Catholic...
Oscar Almeida Chavira Sr.
Mar 22, 2015
Almeida Chavira, Oscar Age 60, a resident of Albuquerque for over 30 years, passed away on March 22, 2015. Oscar was a very hard worker and would do anything to help out his friends and family. His four grandchildren were the light of his life. He made his family his top priority and was the rock of the family. He...
Martha Garley
Mar 22, 2015
Garley, Martha S. Martha “Sesaria” Garley, 76, passed peacefully in her sleep on March 22, 2015. Martha was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Jose Angel and Miquelita Garcia. She graduated from Albuquerque High School and went on to the Army. She was a semi-professional wrestler and a “Gogo” dancer. A loving wife, mother, and grandmother and matriarch to this...
John Almaraz
Mar 22, 2015
John Almaraz John Almaraz, age 92, died on Sunday, March 22, 2015 at home in Albuquerque following long illnesses. He is survived by his children, David (wife) Helen Almaraz; Anita A. Chavez and Barbara Almaraz; María Elena (husband )Juan Chavez of Santa Fe, NM; and John (wife) Bella D. Almaraz. He is also mourned by his brother Felix (wife) Rachael Almaraz, sister-in-law...
Joe Lucero
Mar 16, 2015
Lucero, Joe M. Age 78, born in Cuba NM, and a lifelong resident and Navy veteran on Albuquerque NM passed away Monday, March 16, 2015. Joe is survived by three children, Dennis Lucero and wife, Tina, Cathleen Montoya and husband, Richard, David Lucero and wife, Maxine; 10 grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; four siblings Tony, Casilda Montoya, Herbert and wife, Eva, Sandra...
Sara Gonzales
Mar 5, 2015
Gonzales, Sara R. Age 85, passed away Thursday, March 5, 2015. Visitation will be held Tuesday, March 10, 2015, 9:00 am - 10:00 am at Garcia Mortuary ~ Chapel of Angels , 717 Stover Ave. SW. A Funeral Service will follow at 10:00 a.m. Interment to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Albuquerque. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com...
Jennie Duran
Mar 4, 2015
Duran, Jennie G. 80, passed away, surrounded by family and relatives, on March 4, 2015. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carlos E. "Charlie" Duran and five sisters, and two brothers. She is survived by three sons, Dennis, Vincent, Stanley and wife, Denise; two grandchildren, Phillip and Nikolas; her 99 year old aunt, Dorella Mora, nieces, nephews, other...
Rebecca Bencomo
Feb 28, 2015
Bencomo, Rebecca A. Age 17, passed away Saturday, February 28, 2015. She was born in Carlsbad, NM on July 5, 1997, to Armando and Maria Bencomo. Rebecca is survived by her parents, five brothers Eric Garcia, Armando Bencomo Jr. his wife, Louis Bencomo his wife, Jamie Bencomo his wife, and Carlos Bencomo; and one sister Christina Tsosie. Rosary will be...
Andrea Giron
Feb 21, 2015
Giron, Andrea B. Age 95, beloved mother of 14 children, grandmother and sister passed away peacefully Saturday, February 21, 2015, while surrounded by her loving family. She was born in San Acacia, NM on September 2, 1919 and lived most of her life in Albuquerque. Andrea will be remembered for her delicious cooking, especially her homemade bread and red chile. Her...
Francis Smith
Feb 20, 2015
Smith, Francis Age 85, passed away Friday, February 20, 2015 with his granddaughter Cambria by his side. Francis was retired from the Navy and the post office. Francis was a master woodworker and leathersmith and loved to med fences, doing yard work and he built beautiful corrals. was a wonderful husband to his wife, Gloria and was very active in...
Ramona Dow
Feb 14, 2015
Dow, Ramona Beloved sister, sister in law, aunt and friend lost her battle with cancer on February 14, 2015. She was born on June 17, 1936 in Santa Fe. NM. Ramona loved the outdoors, cooking, and her beloved animals. She and Archie were avid Lobos fans for years. Ramona is preceded in death by her husband, Archie Dow; her parents,...
Josefina Rael
Feb 10, 2015
Rael, Josefina Age 80, passed away Tuesday, February 10, 2015. Services are pending at this time. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover Ave. SW Albuquerque, NM 87102 505-243-5222
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