Elmer "Sonny" Jaramillo-Hovey

Jaramillo-Hovey, Elmer "Sonny" Age 69, beloved husband, father,grandfather and brother, passed away peacefully at his home, Monday, August 26, 2013, while surrounded by his family. He was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM and a member of the Catholic Community. He fondly known by many as "Sonny". Elmer enjoyed traveling and vacationing in Las Vegas, NV; he was the family jokester, and loved spending quality time with his grandkids who he loved so much. Elmer was a proud Veteran of the United States Army who served his country during the Vietnam War with the 101st Airborne Ranger; while serving in Vietnam he was Prisoner of War for 17 days. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lydia Jaramillo and Ben Hovey; brother, Orlando Jaramillo and wife Yvonne; and sister, Frances Sanchez. Elmer is survived by wife of 41 years, Jeannette Jaramillo; his children, Carl Loy, Ted Jaramillo and Amy Chavez, Angela Jaramillo and Joey Nassar; his precious grandchildren, Michael Ortiz, D'Angelo Jaramillo, Alyssa Jaramillo and Kareem Nassar; sisters, Patricia Cordova and spouse Eddie, and Ruth; and other numerous relatives and friends. A Rosary will be recited Thursday evening, August 29, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 1860 Griegos Rd., NW, Albuquerque, NM, followed by a Communion Service at 7:00 p.m. Interment will be Friday, August 30, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Casket Bearers will be D'Angelo Jaramillo, Michael Ortiz, Adam Garcia, Ben Garcia, Josh Lazano and Michael Aragon. Honorary Bearers will be Danny Jaramillo, Rick Jaramillo, Richard Jaramillo, Bobby Aragon, Cody Frese and Charles Garcia. Elmer's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services ALAMEDA MORTUARY 9420 Fourth St. NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160