Obituaries

Esther Chavez

Nov 13, 2016

Esther Chavez, 60, went home to be with our Lord and Savior on Sunday, November 13, 2016. She was surrounded by her loving family. Esther was born in Cubero, New Mexico on November 30, 1955 to Daniel and Armelina Chavez. She is survived by her two daughters, Sophia Chavez and Chelsea Shutiva; three grandchildren, Santana and Symone Chavez and Alyna...

Alysia "Niki" Romero

Nov 13, 2016

Alysia "Niki" Romero, age 29, lived in Albuquerque, NM, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 13, 2016. Niki graduated from UNM on November 7, 2016 and earned a bachelor degree from the Family Studies Department. This was one of her life goals and aspirations. Niki wanted to work with children and was able to work at St....

Mayor Tony J. Jaramillo

Nov 13, 2016

Mayor Tony J. Jaramillo, oldest son of Juan and Flora Jaramillo, left this often difficult place we call life on his journey to join his beautiful bride Gloria Jean Bowers Jaramillo on a beautiful bright Sunday morning, November 13, 2016 with his children at his side. Anthony Joseph Jaramillo and Gloria Jean Bowers were married for 64 wonderful years and...

Celestino Arturo Martines

Nov 13, 2016

Celestino Martines, 82, beloved husband and father, passed away Sunday, November 13, 2016. Celestino (Marty), a retired Air Force Chief Master Sergeant, dedicated his life to his family and country. He is survived by his wife, Mary, and his children, Bob, John and Richard Martinez. Celestino leaves behind his ten grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by...

Carolyn Aldrich Carson

Nov 13, 2016

Carson, Carolyn Aldrich Carolyn Aldrich Carson passed away at La Vida Llena in Albuquerque, NM on November 13, 2016 surrounded by her children. She was 94 years old. Carolyn was born in Aiken, SC and grew up in Anderson, SC. She graduated from Anderson Girls High School in 1939 and attended Anderson Baptist College. She and her late husband, Col....

Patricia Lawson

Nov 13, 2016

Patricia Lawson went to be with her beloved husband, Bob and our Heavenly Father on November 13, 2016. She is survived by her dogs, Vegas, Penny, and Ricky; as well as her three daughters, Donna Grattino and husband Chris, Sondra Cook and husband Jim, and Kendra Lawson. She had five precious grandchildren, Acacia, CJ, Peyton, Nathan, and Maxwell. Pat is...

Teresa Saathoff

Nov 13, 2016

Teresa Saathoff, 58, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away November 13, 2016. She is survived by her daughter, Ashley Saathoff; her son, Daniel Saathoff; her mother, Carolyn Martin; and many other family members. She is preceded in death by her father, Jeff D. Martin Jr. Memorial Services will be held Friday, November 18, 2016, 2:00 p.m., at Netherwood Park Church...

Mary Elizabeth Valdez

Nov 12, 2016

Mary Elizabeth Valdez passed away into the Lord's loving hands in the presence of her family on Saturday, November 12, 2016 at the age of 82. Mary leaves behind her loving husband of 62 years, Orlando; four children, Ruby Oertle, Theresa Valdez and her life partner, Sandra Myron, Irene LaFollette and husband, Kevin, and Orlando Valdez, Jr.; granddaughter, Brittany Hollander...

Frank C. Laguna

Nov 12, 2016

Frank C. Laguna, 85, died November 12, 2016 after a brief illness. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Julia; his sister, Lupe Esparza and husband, Gene of Orange, CA; and many other family and friends. Frank and Julia were longtime members of St. John XXIII Catholic Community. Mr. Laguna retired as an international representative from the OP...

Jerome D. Blake

Nov 12, 2016

Jerome D. Blake, 92, passed away November 12, 2016. Services will be held Thursday, November 17, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Westside. FRENCH - Westside 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300

Service Details

Thursday, November 17th, 2016, 2:00pm, FRENCH - Westside

Lola L. Saiz-Lucero

Nov 12, 2016

Lola Saiz-Lucero, 72, dedicated wife and mother, passed away November 12, 2016 to be with our dear Lord. She is preceded in death by her parents, Nemecio and Pauline Lopez; her brother, Raymond Lopez and her son, Steven Saiz. Lola was known for her love of traveling, spending time with her family and enjoying the casino. She is survived by...

William Robert Reustle

Nov 12, 2016

William R. “Bill” Reustle was born on August 23, 1945 to Jacob F. and Helen Reustle in Brooklyn, NY. He attended Central Islip High School, graduating in 1964. In February of 1965, Bill enlisted in the United States Air Force. His assignments would include Beale AFB, CA; Osan AB, Korea; Kirtland AFB,...

Eduardo (Eddie) Gonzales

Nov 11, 2016

GONZALES, EDUARDO Eduardo (Eddie) A. Gonzales, age 77, loving husband, father, brother, son, grandfather and great grandfather, passed away November 11, 2016. Eddie was known for his love of his family. He was known for his expertise in electrical mining equipment in the mining industry. He was an excellent carpenter and jack of all trades and a master of all....

Maria Rita Cachora

Nov 11, 2016

Cachora, Maria Rita, 73, went to be with her Lord on Friday, November 11, 2016. She is survived by her husband; three daughters; and numerous grandchildren; and great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Monday, November 14, 2016, 11:00 a.m. followed by the funeral service at 12:00 Noon at French - University. Burial will be at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE....

Dagoberto Ruiz (Dago) Alonso

Nov 11, 2016

Dagoberto (Dago) Ruiz Alonso, 79, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather was called home on November 11, 2016. He was born on October 3, 1937 in Madruga, Havana, Cuba, the youngest son of Diego and Tiburcia (Luba) Ruiz. He is survived by his wife, Miriam Ruiz; four children, Miriam Ruiz (Carlos Jimenez, spouse), Mayra Ruiz, Madeleine Ruiz and Dagoberto Ruiz...

Harry Lee Shaw

Nov 11, 2016

Harry Lee Shaw, 79, formerly of Artesia, New Mexico, played his final inning on Friday, November 11, 2016 in Rio Rancho, NM surrounded by his family. Harry was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on May 6, 1937 to Albert Donald "Bert" and Bertha Minnie Christine Shaw. Harry married the love of his life, Marilyn Dee Warren, on August 29, 1958....

Humbert J. Pieroni

Nov 11, 2016

Humbert J. Pieroni, age 86, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, joined our Heavenly Father on Friday, November 11, 2016. He is survived by his two amazing and successful children, Father Christopher Pieroni and Allison Pieroni and her husband, Paul; and numerous other relatives and friends. Humbert was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Ada Pieroni; parents, Humbert...

Olivia Grace Armas

Nov 11, 2016

Olivia Grace Armas entered the gates of heaven, cradled and embraced into the arms of Jesus on November 11, 2016. She is survived by her parents, Gabriel Armas and Tammy Lueras; her brothers and sisters, Imani Armas, Elijah Armas, Jayden Armas, Aribella Armas, and Pierce Armas; her maternal grandparents, Joe Lueras and wife, Tamaliah, Kathy Liebhaber and husband, Dan; paternal...

Elizabeth Harriet Ash

Nov 10, 2016

Elizabeth Harriet Ash, a resident of Albuquerque since 1971, died November 10, 2016. She is survived by her husband, lover and best friend of 73+ years, James Cromwell Ash. Elizabeth was blessed with family members, sons, James J. Ash and wife Patricia of the UK, William B. Ash and wife Johanna of Albuquerque, Dale A. Ash and wife Judith of...

Dorothy Fay Muller Arensdorf

Nov 10, 2016

Dorothy Fay Muller Arensdorf, age 89, died on November 10, 2016. She was born in Butler County, Nebraska to Rudolph and Minnie Muller. She attended Wayne State University and graduated with a degree in Home Economics and Business and became a county extension agent in North Platte, NE. Dorothy married Francis "Fritz" Arensdorf in 1953 and is survived by her...