1927 - 2018
Onorio, “Nor,” passed away peacefully after a long illness in Albuquerque on January 4, 2018. He was preceded by his parents, Romolo and Annunziata, by his three older sisters Elena, Cesarina and Benedetta, and by his loving wife of 61 years, Virginia. He is survived by his devoted sons, Anthony...
Richard S. Martinez, 92, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend was called to his eternal resting place on January 4, 2018. Richard was born on December 18, 1925 in Denver, CO to Lorraine and Prudencio Martinez. He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Clara Martinez; siblings, Paul Martinez (wife, Betty), Joann Manley, and Helen Martinez...
Mona Shelton, 68, beloved sister, aunt, and wife, passed away January 4, 2018. She is survived by her husband, Leroy Shelton; as well as her siblings and their spouses, Rita and Rob Martinez, Alex and Loretta Ortega, and Modesto and Mimi Ortega. Mona, a dedicated and loving aunt, was cherished by her nieces and nephews, Jaime and Nick Ortega;...
Billy C. Brock, age 68, a resident of Albuquerque since 1977, died Thursday, January 4, 2018.
He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Janet; children, Waurika Ann Brock and Charles Brock; sister-in-law, Carolyn F. Moore; his in-laws, the Shotton Clan; and numerous other relatives and friends. Billy was preceded in death by his parents, Charles...
It is with great sadness that the family of Corrine Gutierrez announces that she passed away on Thursday, January 4, 2018 at the age of 90.
Corrine was born in Tucumcari, NM on November 2, 1927 as the eldest of twelve children to Donaciana and Francisco R. Martinez. She will be fondly remembered by her husband of...
Gerald W. “Jerry” Cox passed away at the age 69, he was a loving husband, father, and brother. He was a graduate of Oklahoma University and a veteran of the Vietnam War. He was also a copy editor of the Albuquerque Tribune. Jerry was known for his intellect, perseverance, sense of humor--sometimes wry, sometimes comedic--and most of all his...
Ruth Santillanes, age 95, a lifelong resident of Alameda, NM died Wednesday, January 3, 2018. She is survived by her husband of 77 years, Elifas; children, Phil Santillanes and wife, Genieve, Meliton Santillanes, and Judy Bercier-Padilla and husband, Pete Padilla; grandchildren, Brenda, Rodney, Paul, Janelle, Ricky, Randy, Valerie, Jeanice, Wendy, Renee and Emila; over twenty great-grandchildren; over twenty-five great-great-grandchildren;...
The loving and giving heart of Rhonda Frances Day was stilled over the holidays at her residence in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. She lived her life giving to those who needed love and support. She will be long remembered and missed by family, friends and the many she worked to help and support.
Rhonda was...
Prescilla "Pre" Moretto Reddick, age 93, beloved wife, mother, aunt, and friend passed away peacefully on January 2, 2018 and was taken to her heavenly home. Born in Albuquerque, NM, Pre grew up in Corrales, NM and graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1943. She married Air Force Sergeant Chandler Reddick in 1953 and traveled by his side to...
Manuel Rodriguez, 73, beloved father, was called to his eternal resting place on January 2, 2018. He entered this world on May 21, 1944 in Denver, CO, born to Manuel and Eva Rodriguez. He is survived by his sons, Manuel Rodriguez and Germain Rodriguez.
Manuel had a love for wood carving, arts and crafts, trading cards and...
Margaret I. Myers, age 99, long time Albuquerque and Rio Rancho resident since 1955 and a dedicated housewife and mother, passed away January 2, 2018. She previously lived in Portland and Milwaukie, Oregon.
Survivors are her daughters, Susan Myers Puckett and grandson, Paul Puckett of Albuquerque; Betty Myers Schaefer (John) Datil, NM; sister-in-law, Nancy Myers, Milwaukie, OR;...
Emil Joseph Zeni (Joe Zeni) passed away on January 02, 2018. He was 88 years old. Joe was born in Madrid, NM and spent his preteen years hiking all over the hills between Madrid and Santa Fe. His fondest memories are of Christmas and the wonderful decorations and lights in Madrid. His family moved to Carlsbad, NM where he...
Allen Sr., Jimmy Dean “Chief” Jimmy Dean “Chief” Allen, Sr., 61, passed away in his home on Tuesday, January 2, 2018 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on December 14, 1956 to Leo and Wanda Allen in Colgate, OK. He was an honored veteran of the United States Air Force where he received the nickname...
Priscilla MacDonald, 59, beloved mother, was called to be with our Lord on January 1, 2018. Priscilla was one of eight children and was a kind, loving mother of four children, who loved spending time with her family. She loved taking care of her grandchildren, being outdoors, biking, traveling, baking, making jewelry and making everyone around always feel loved...
Ratliff, Edward Edward Ratliff, 83, passed away on January 1, 2018. He entered this world on December 13, 1934 in Chaves, NM. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 6, 2018 10:00 a.m. at Harvest Fellowship Church at 5331 Montano Rd NW Albuquerque, NM 87120. Please visit our online guestbook for Edward at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH...
It is with great sadness that after a long battle with cancer we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Mrs. Josephine Sandoval on January 1st, 2018. She was preceded in death by her parents, Eliseo and Rosenda Roybal; her beloved husband of 57 years, Leroy Sandoval; and most recently, her close sister, Carmen Vigil.
Josephine will...
David Michael Graston, age 51, went home to be with our Lord on December 31, 2017. Born on September 15,1966 in Bellflower, CA, David is survived by his wife, Victoria, his two sons, Jacob and Miguel, his mother, Ramona, and his brother, Robert.
Gifted in many aspects of life, David was a technical wizard, a master griller,...
RaeLynn Nichol Lajeunesse, 17 years old, our beautiful, precious daughter passed away December 31, 2017. She is survived by her parents, Rachel Edgeington and Lonzo Lajeunesse; her two brothers, Jose and Silviano Lajeunesse; grandparents, James and Terry Edgeington and Barbara Esquibel and Michael Ingersoll, Linda Lajeunesse-Baca and Alonzo Baca. She leaves behind great-grandparents, uncles, aunties, cousins, niece, nephew, and...
Carolyn Ruth McGriff, 74, of San Diego, CA, passed away on December 30, 2017. Carolyn was born March 2, 1943, in San Diego, CA to Roy and Iva Hazelton. She is survived by her three children; three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren; as well as many nieces and nephews and other extended family. She was preceded in death by her...
Archie Evan Sanchez, age 83, beloved husband, father, and grandfather passed away December 30, 2017. He was born in San Luis, CO on May 11, 1934. Archie grew up in Colorado and Wyoming before serving in the Air Force as a Load Master. After serving, he attended Adams State College in Colorado where he earned his Bachelor’s and Master’s...