Liberato Manuel Barela of Denver. Husband of Jarline; father of Manny, Lawrence, Tanya of Albuquerque, NM, Maxine of Denver, Kathleen of Hawaii; son of Louisa Barela of Denver; brother to Ruben of Albuquerque, NM., Peggy of Denver and Theresa of Thornton. He served during Vietnam, 68-71, as a Drill Sergeant in the Army. He was a member of the Impact De Fe (Faith Bible Church). Inurnment Monday, April 28, 2003, 3:00 p.m., Santa Fe National Cemetery.
Elizabeth "Auntie" Benally, 84, of Window Rock, AZ, died Friday, April 25, 2003 at Ft. Defiance PHS in Ft. Defiance, AZ. She was born June 17, 1918 in Lake Springs, NM. Her maternal clan: The Folded Arms People, Paternal Clan: The Towering House People. A Rosary will be recited on Monday, April 28, 2003, 7:00 p.m. in the Palm Chapel of Rollie Mortuary, 401 E. Nizhoni Blvd., Gallup, NM. Funeral Mass will be held Tuesday, April 29, 2003, at 10:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Cathedral, 415 E. Green, Gallup, NM. Fr. Jim Walker will be the celebrant. Burial will be at private family cemetery in Lake Springs, New Mexico on Tuesday, April 29, 2003. Survivors include: sisters, Anita Benally of Lake Springs, NM, Luch Curley of Thoreau, NM, Marian Skeet of Lake Springs, NM; brothers, John Benally of Lake Springs, NM and Joe Francis of Lake Springs, NM; nieces, Velma Analla of Gamerco, NM, Mitzie Begay of Window Rock, AZ, Helen Boyd of Lower Greasewood, AZ, Lillian Boyd of Lower Greasewood, AZ and Patricia Damon of Window Rock, AZ; nephew, Notah Begay Jr. of Albuquerque, NM; also 31 grandchildren; 45 great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be: Calvin Analla Jr., Patrick Analla, Client Begay, Notah Begay III, Michael Callan, Malcolm Begaye, Roger Damon, Seth Damon. Honorary pallbearers will be: Calvin Analla Sr., Greg Begay, Notah Begay Jr., Nathaniel Gegaye, Keith Boyd II, Charles Damon II, Mike Etsitty, Willeto Freeland, Steve Lucas, Bennie Yazzie, Kenneth Begaye, Jr. She is preceded in death by her father, Belidaalbai-Ni;Benalli (Black Moustache) and mother, Ashi Bitsi'; brothers, Bah Begay, Timothy Benally, Kee Chee, Moncisco Frank, Ben Joe, Bi'taani Nez, Tolichess Yazzie and Tquill Tso; sisters, Pauline Begay, Beatrice Bitselly, Mary Thomas, Zonnie Tully, Elsie Yazzie and Mary Yazzie and a nephew, Merwin Begay. Rollie Mortuary, Inc., of 401 E. Nizhoni Blvd., Gallup, NM 87310 (505) 863-4452 is in charge of arrangements.
Antonio "Tony" Benavidez, 64, left this world peacefully on Thursday evening, April 24, 2003 after a valiant battle with cancer. He was attended by his loving wife, Doreen, family members, and Staff from the UNM Hospice Center. Mr. Benavidez, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, was born in Montoya, New Mexico on March 27, 1939. He served in the United States Army. He spent his working career as a framing and finish carpenter. He was preceded in his passing by his parents, Policiano and Abelina Benavidez; brothers, Paul and Jimmy; and his son, Patrick Scott. He is survived by his loving wife, Doreen; sons, Paul Anthony and wife, Cindy of Altus, OK and Shawn and wife, Jennifer of Placitas, NM; two brothers, Carmel "Pancho" and wife, Lorraine and Emiterio of Albuquerque; a sister, Patricia of Tacoma, WA; and his wonderful grandchildren, Jacob, Alysa, Jonathan, and Noah. Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 27, 2003 at Sunrise Funeral Options, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE followed by an evening service in the Chapel of Sunrise at 6:00 p.m. Funeral Services for Tony will be held at 9:00 a.m., Monday, April 28, 2003 at Chapel of Sunrise, 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE. Rev. Militon Lopez of Healing Waters Ministry will be officiating at both services. Interment will follow at the family plot at the Montoya Cemetery at Montoya, NM. Pallbearers will be Tomas and Mateo Benavidez, Jose (Alvino) Lucero, Allen Boyer, Steve Marquez, and Clint Fadness. The family wishes to express its deep appreciation and gratitude to UNM Hospice staff members, Leslie Carruthers and Diane Longeway. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the UNM Hospice at 1650 University NE, Suite 200, Albuquerque, NM 87102.
Sunrise Funeral Options
7601 Wyoming Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87109
Gregorio Benavidez, 60, a lifetime resident of Casa Colorada passed away on Friday, April 25, 2003 in the loving arms of his family after a long battle with Alzheimer's. Gregorio was born on February 23, 1943 to Gaspar and Ursisinia Benavidez. He served in the Vietnam War and retired from Kirtland Air Force Base after 33 years of service. He was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church in Tomé. Gregorio was an avid runner, and loved spending
time with his grandchildren and fixing cars. Gregorio was preceded in death by his parents. Gaspar and Ursisinia Benavidez; his brothers, Louie and Richard Benavidez; and his father-in-law, Tomás Chávez. Gregorio is survived by his loving wife of thirty-five years, Theresa, of the family home; five children and eight grandchildren, Kevin and his wife, Juliette and their children, Joelle and Kade Gregorio; Louise Garcia and her husband, Andrew and their children, Branden, Matthew, and Vanessa; Philip and his wife, Diana, Norma Baca and her husband, Jeffery and their children, Gabrielle and Adriana; and Richard and his daughter, Yasmine; his five brothers, Selso and his wife, Martha, Celestino and his wife, Lenor; Raymond and his wife, Mary Ann; William and his wife, Cecilia; and Pat Benavidez; his sister, Carol Gabaldin and her husband, Donicio; and his mother-in-law, Andreita Chávez. He is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. A viewing will be held on Sunday, April 27, 2003 at Romero Funeral Home at 5:30 p.m. followed by a rosary at 6:00 p.m. A funeral mass will be celebrated on Monday, April 28, 2003 at the Immaculate Conception Church in Tomé at 11:00 a.m. with interment following at the Campo Santo de Casa Colorada Cemetery. Pallbearers will be his nephews: Daniel, Walter, David, Erwin and Joseph Benavidez and Gary Gabaldin. Romero Funeral Home 609 N. Main St. Belen, NM 87002.
Johnnie Brandon, 63, passed away in Albuquerque on Monday, April 21, 2003. Johnnie was preceded in death by his parents, Johnnie and Rebecca Brandon. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Brandon; children, Lee Brandon and Kim McNeal; grandchildren, Stephanie Brandon, Carlos Crockett, Danny Brandon and Rose Brandon. Memorial Services will be held at Calvary of Albuquerque, 4001 Osuna NE, on Monday, April 28, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW Albuquerque, 343-8008.
Nestor Agustin Chacon, beloved father and grandfather, age 84, passed away peacefully at home on April 24, 2003. He is survived by his daughters, Pam O'Hara and Vicki Kay of Washington; son, Andres Chacon and wife, Margaret; daughter, Debra Brummell and husband, David; son, Bryan Chacon; sisters, Fina Shipley, Marie Parsen and Martha Trambley; grandchildren, Julie, Sydney and Vincent Chacon, Dylan and Dustin Brummell and Eli, Jason and Rebecca Kay. Services will be held on Tuesday, April 29, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. at the First Church of Religious Science, 3320 San Pedro Dr., NE.
Edna Maria Victoria Chavez-Lemons, 82, a resident of Belen, NM, passed away on Friday, April 25, 2003. Edna was cared for with loving attention by Dora Fuchs Porras and Elmer Jose Fuchs, which are in-laws of her grandson, Sean Paul Lemons. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roy Lemons in 2002; her son, Edwin Daniel Lemons in 1994; her daughter, Kathleen Lemons in 1970; and her great-granddaughter, Crystal Lee Joyner in 1998. She is survived by her two brothers, Raymond Chavez of Arizona and Alfoneso Chavez of New Mexico; her two sisters, Natalie Willis and Felicia Baxter both of California; her daughter, Edna Mary Lemons-Henson and husband, Fred of Rio Rancho, NM; her grandchildren, Roy Charles Lemons and companion, Barbara Boeske of Belen; Cynthia Lee Lemons of Florida; Sean Paul Lemons and wife, Margarita of Belen; and Amey Mary Reinicke and husband, William III of Albuquerque, NM; her great-grandchildren, Sabrina Archuleta, Alisha Mary Joyner, Tracy Renee Joyner, Christina Margarita Lemons, Christian Alexander Lemons, Tiffany Rochelle Lemons, William Horton Reinicke IV, and Chadwick Aaron Reinicke; and her great, great grandchildren, Anthony and Elishia Archuleta. Cremation has taken place. Both Edna and Roy's cremains will be laid to rest together at a later date at the Grand Canyon National Park, where they first met and fell in love many years ago. A funeral service will be held on Monday, April 28, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. at the Romero Funeral Home Chapel. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM
Uley 'Pappy' Dowell, age 79, a resident of Lake Sumner, NM for many years died Wednesday, April 23, 2003 in an automobile accident at Lake Sumner State Park. Pappy was born April 11, 1924 in Eldon, Iowa to the home of Uley Dewite Dowell Sr. and the former Grace Howard. He served over 22 years in the United States Navy during World War II, Korea, and Vietnam. He was honorably discharged with the rank of Chief Petty Officer. He was a longtime member and Post Commander of American Legion Post #29 at Lake Sumner, a member of the National Bass Club, North American Fishing Association; Good Sam's Club; National Rifle Assn.; and a member of the Eagles Club in Roswell and a charter member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles at Fort Sumner. Pappy was preceded in death by his longtime companion, Georgia Jones on November 16, 2002; a brother, Irish Dowell and a sister, Goldie Chapman. Survivors include a son, Marvin Dowell of McAlester, Oklahoma; two grandsons, Christopher T. Dowell of Alameda, CA; and Benjamin M. Dowell of Maryland. Cremation has taken place. A remembrance service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 29, 2003 from the Chavez Funeral Home Chapel in Fort Sumner, NM with Mr. Mitch Gray, pastor of the Fort Sumner Church of Christ officiating. A gathering of family and friends will follow at 5:00 p.m. at American Legion Post #29, Lake Sumner, New Mexico. All arrangements are under the direction of Chavez Funeral Home in Fort Sumner, New Mexico. (505) 355-2311
Philip G. Doyle, 72, a 10 year resident of Rio Rancho, died April 24, 2003. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Virginia Doyle of Rio Rancho, NM; son, John T. Doyle and wife, Barbara of Hudson, NH; grandsons, Patrick J. and Ryan C. Doyle; sister, Mary Jane E. McArthur and husband, Earl of Cohasset, MA; and several other family members. Philip grew up in Woodland, ME before moving to Chelmsford, MA where they lived for 30 years. He was a member and trustee of St. Paul's United Church of Christ, a member of American Legion Post #23 of Woodland, ME. He enjoyed hiking and was an active volunteer of the YMCA Westside AOA's, and also a volunteer at the Rio Grande Zoo. Friends may visit French Mortuary-Westside Chapel, 9300 Golf Course Rd., NW, Monday from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Memorial service will be Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul's United Church of Christ, 2701 The American Rd., Rio Rancho, with Rev. Jeannine E. Lamb, officiating. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. Family would prefer memorial contributions to St. Paul's United Church of Christ, 2701 The American Rd., Rio Rancho, NM, 87124.
French Mortuary
9300 Golf Course Rd. NW
897-0300
Molly Elizabeth Espinoza, 17, a resident of Albuquerque since 1987, died suddenly, Thursday, April 24, 2003. She is survived by her father, Brent F. Espinoza of Los Alamos; her mother, Barbara Snow Ghahate and husband, Jon; sister, Jennifer Espinoza; brother, Ian Ghahate; sister, Jonnie Lee Ghahate, all of Albuquerque; paternal grandparents, Benjamin and Fidella Espinoza of Albuquerque; maternal grandfather, Dr. Lawrence Snow and wife, Susan of Cheraw, SC; maternal grandmother, Patricia and husband, Dr. Joseph Workman of Durham, NC; great-grandmother, Helen Wilsey of Pinehurst, NC; aunts and uncles, Cathy and Fred, Bennette and Jon, Carla, and Larry; cousins, Cara, Mike and Brittany; special friends, Jill Schaefer and Joyce Elliott; her special dog, Dixie; and many special friends and teachers from Manzano High School, from Los Alamos and from Colorado Springs, CO. Molly gave her whole heart to everything she did. She was a very loving person to her friends and family, and everyone she met. Molly was a brilliant and beautiful student, involved in National Honor Society, the S.R.C. Committee, MESA, Key Club and playing Varsity Tennis. She had a special spot in her heart for children and animals. Molly planned to attend Duke University in the fall. Mass will be celebrated Monday, April 28, 2003, at 5:30 p.m., to be followed by eulogies, at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, Sunday, April 27, 2003, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Humane Association, 615 Virginia SE, 87108 or to the National Federation of the Blind of NM, 1331Park Avenue SW, #1504, 87102.
French Mortuary
7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE
823-9400
Faye, 87, a lifetime resident of New Mexico, passed away on Friday, April 25, 2003. She is survived by her husband of 70 years, Bynard of Albuquerque; son, Gene Fox and wife, Helen of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Mike, Toni, Sandy and Crystal; great-grandchildren, Michelle, Teri, Jennifer, A.J., Jory, Kelsey and twins Kimberley and Kaitlen; great-great grandchildren, Devin Gene, and Shannon Faye. Faye was preceded in death by her son, Rex Fox, grandson, Joe Fox, brother, Jack Wayne Woltmon. She was a member of Business & Professional Women and a member of The Church of Christ. Memorial services will be held Saturday, May 3rd, 3:30 p.m., French Mortuary - University Blvd Chapel. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the charity of your choice.
French Mortuary
1111 University Blvd. NE
843-6333
Mary Ester Gallegos, 92, a resident of Albuquerque, formally of Moriarty, NM, passed away Friday April 25, 2003. She was born January 21, 1911, to Felipe and Flora (Torrez) Alderete in Punte De Agua, NM. She was married to her late husband, Fidel Gallegos November 5, 1932 and they lived in Moriarty until his passing in 1993. She is survived by their daughters, Rita White of Albuquerque, Josie Padilla and her husband, Ramon of Albuquerque, Mollie Candelaria and her husband, Robert of Tucson, AZ, also surviving her are her 18 grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her daughter Francis Perea, two grandchildren, Stephen and Nicholas Candelaria and her son-in-law, David White. Mary was a member of Our Lady of Annunciation Catholic Church, she was a loving mother, grandmother, great-great grandmother and friend, she will be missed by those who knew and loved her. A rosary will be recited Sunday April 27, 2003, 7:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church in Moriarty. A mass will be celebrated Monday April 28, 2003, 9:00 a.m. at the Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, with Father Anthony Martinez Officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Carmel Catholic cemetery in Moriarty, NM. Pallbearers will be, Ramon Padilla, Joseph Padilla, Robert Jude Candelaria, Anthony Candelaria, Christopher Candelaria, Charles John Candelaria. Honorary Pallbearers will be, Florenio Aldereta and Joseph Ryan Valley. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Carmelite Monastery in Santa Fe, NM- 1-505-983-7232. Arrangements were entrusted to the Harris-Hanlon Mortuary in Moriarty, NM. (505) 832-6130. Grant Preston Funeral director.
Lydia Louise Beatty Greenfield passed away on April 21, 2003 as a result of an accident suffered while traveling in Southeast Asia. Lydia was 77 years old. She is survived by her husband of 49 years, Paul V. Greenfield; daughter, Patricia Greenfield West; sons, Paul V. Greenfield, Jr., John A. Greenfield and Alan R. Greenfield; granddaughter, Kate West; sisters, Pat Tyler and Eleanor McNamee; brother, John Beatty, and many nieces and nephews. Born July 23, 1925 in Clairton, Pennsylvania, Lydia's family moved from Pennsylvania to California when she was 14. She graduated from the University of California at Berkley in 1947, and taught elementary school prior to her marriage to Paul Greenfield in 1953. Lydia touched the lives of countless friends and family members in the many places she called home during her lifetime, including Mt. Shasta, CA, Midland, MI, Newark, OH, Cleveland, OH and Albuquerque, NM. She will be remembered for her generous spirit and exceptionally positive outlook on life, her interminable enthusiasm, an endless love for travel and adventure, and the fact that she and her adoring husband Paul never had an argument. A celebration of her life will be held in Albuquerque on May 31.
French Mortuary
9300 Golf Course Rd. NW
897-0300
Esibia C. Griego, 82, went home to be with the Lord on April 26, 2003 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alfonso Griego and a son, Tony Martinez. She is survived by her son, Charles Martinez and wife Sharon; five grandchildren, Lloyd Martinez, Prescilla Tapia, Gilbert Martinez, Tanya Martinez and Naomi Chaudahuri; and eight great grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by her loving family. Visitations will be held on Monday from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with an evening service to follow in the chapel of Garcia Mortuary at 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday morning at 11:00 a.m. also in the mortuary chapel. Interment will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Gilbert Martinez, Prescilla Tapia, Lloyd Martinez, Johnny Sanchez, Richard Madrid and Maria Martinez. Funeral services are in the care of:
Garcia Mortuary
717 Stover Ave. SW
253-5222
Louis P. (Louie) Gutierrez,79, formerly of Las Vegas, NM, passed away in Albuquerque on April 22, 2003. He was born in Dilia, NM to Francisco and Adela Sanchez Gutierrez. Louie was a WW II veteran. He married Helen Crespin of Chaperito on June 11, 1953 and they made thier home in Hammond, IN where he worked as a crane operator for Inland Steel Mills for 30 years, and he retired in 1978 and moved back to Las Vegas, NM where he resided until recently when he became ill. Louie was a long time member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Las Vegas. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Helen, of 32 years, on May 26, 1985; his parents, and three brothers, Arthur, Tony, and Mike. He is survived by his second wife, Hazel, of Las Vegas, NM; daughter, Terri Grimm and husband, Jim of Wichita, KS; sisters, Evelyn Lovato and husband, Tony of Rio Rancho, Margaret Page and husband, Abel of Albuquerque; brothers, Raymond and wife, Annabelle of Santa Fe, Benito and wife, Carmen of Albuquerque; sisters-in-law, Anna Gutierrez of Rio Rancho, Loretta Gutierrez of Seattle, WA, and Ramona Gutierrez of Santa Rosa, brother-in-law, and sister-in-law, Gilbert and Rose Montoya of Las Vegas; also many nephews, nieces, cousins and close friends that all loved him very much and will miss him. Funeral services are in Las Vegas, NM, under the direction of Nelson Funeral Home. A Rosary will be recited on Sunday, April 27, 2003 at 7:00 p.m. at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Las Vegas. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, April 28, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Interment will be at 2:30 PM at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Louie's name to the Alzheimer's Association, New Mexico Chapter, 8100 Mountain Rd. NE, Suite 102, Albuquerque, NM 87110. A Memorial Mass will be held at a later date at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Rio Rancho.
Mr. Joe R. Gutierrez passed away on Saturday. He was a retired Line Driver from Yellow Freight. He is proceeded in death by his father, Johnny Gutierrez, father and mother in law, Santiago and Juanita Maestas, grandparents, Pedro and Plajeras Gutierrez and Cleofus and Angelita Garcia. Many thanks to the Hospice nurse, Meryl Richards and all the Hospice staff at Anna Kaseman. He is survived by his wife, Lillian Gutierrez of the family home, son, Ray Gutierrez and beautiful wife, Adriana, sarrigate daughters, Martha Veleta, Rachel Floryance and fiance, Jerry Nickels, ex daughter in law, Michelle Gutierrez, brothers, Raymond Gutierrez, Johnny Ray Gutierrez and wife, Bea, Cleo Gutierrez, sister in law, Lucille Gutierrez, sister, Angie Silva and husband, Daniel, grandchildren, Ray Ray Gutierrez, Robert Gutierrez, Jorge Estla, Dimitri Floryance, Maia Gutierrez, and, Elisa Veleta, neices and nephews, Eddie, Flora, Kathy, Pam, Randy, Danny, Jennifer, Dominic, Cindy, Richard, Lori, Cristina, David, and, Melody, several nephews and neices and countless friends. In lieu of flowers donations be made to the UNM Children's Hospital in the name of Tomas Silva uncle Joe's little buddy. Memorial Rosary will be held Sunday at 7:30 p.m. at the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 3rd St. S.W.
