Obituaries

John Leslie Gardner

John Leslie Gardner

Sep 12, 2017

John Leslie Gardner, 70 of Albuquerque New Mexico, passed away on September 15, 2017. A native of Austin Texas, he is survived by his wife of 43 years, Deborah Gardner, their son, Brett Gardner, daughter, Megan Haggard (Casey) of Las Cruces, grandchildren, Preston and Holly Haggard, and sister, Martha Bradley (Tim) of Cuero, Texas.  John Graduated from Albuquerque’s Sandia High School...

Justin K. Schilling

Justin K. Schilling

Sep 12, 2017

Justin Schilling, 37, went to be with the Lord on September 12, 2017. Born February 4, 1980 in Albuquerque, he enjoyed his spot as the baby of the family, and milked it for all it was worth. He was fiercely protective of those he cared about, and was always willing to help. His biggest regrets included being a Jimmie Johnson...

Vincenta "Vicki" Magure

Vincenta "Vicki" Magure

Sep 12, 2017

Vincenta “Vicki” Ornelas Magure died peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, September 12, 2017, in Albuquerque, NM.  She was 85.Vicki is survived by her son, Harry A Magure Jr, her daughter Rosemary Magure, son in law Matthew K Johnson, grandson Dominic K Johnson, from Albuquerque; nieces Delores Burnside of Washington, Rosemary Gonzales (Jessie) of Kansas City, MO, Dee Dee La Rue...

Dorothy Jo Hardin

Dorothy Jo Hardin

Sep 12, 2017

Hardin, Dorothy J. Age 97, passed away Tuesday, September 12, 2017.  To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com  Daniels Family Funeral Services4310 Sara Road SERio Rancho, NM 87124505-892-9920

Sheila Porath

Sheila Porath

Sep 11, 2017

Porath, Sheila  Age 92, went with her Lord on Monday, September 11, 2017 surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was born in La Joya, New Mexico on June 25, 1925, to Mariano and Soledad (Chavez) Tafoya. She was raised in Socorro, NM and remained a lifelong resident. She was employed with Ben's Finer Foods for several years. A loving...

Frank John Greces

Frank John Greces

Sep 11, 2017

Frank J. Greces, Sr., 89, passed away in his home on September 11, 2017 in Albuquerque, NM.  Mr. Greces was born on September 4, 1928, in Fairview, NJ to his parents, Frank and Nellie. He married the love of his life, Joanne Cibrowski, in 1960, and resided in Cliffside Park, NJ, until 2014 when he and Joanne moved to Albuquerque to...

Abel Santistevan

Abel Santistevan

Sep 11, 2017

Santistevan, Abel R Age 76, passed away Monday, September 11, 2017.  To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com  Daniels Family Funeral Services4310 Sara Road SERio Rancho, NM 87124505-892-9920

Antonio A. Cordova

Antonio A. Cordova

Sep 11, 2017

Antonio A. Cordova, age 71, passed away on September 11, 2017. Mr. Cordova was born on June 29, 1946. He will be greatly missed by all whom knew and loved him dearly.To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to: Southern Chapel2400 Southern BlvdRio Rancho, NM 87124

Gloria A. Caputo

Gloria A. Caputo

Sep 11, 2017

Gloria A. Caputo passed away on September 11, 2017 at 90 years of age.  Gloria Caputo was born in Staten Island, NY on June 29, 1927 to Lucille Picerno and Thomas Botta. She was the first generation of her family to be born on U.S. soil (vice in Naples, Italy).  Gloria is the oldest of two daughters.  Her younger sister being Ann Botta.  Gloria...

Martha Fresquez

Martha Fresquez

Sep 10, 2017

Our beloved mother, Martha Gallegos Fresquez, 97, passed away peacefully in her home on September 10, 2017 with her children at her side. Born and raised in the small town of La Jara, Colorado, Martha became an avid ice skater, champion of the typewriter, and loved to ride horses. Her love of the land and animals carried on after her...

Gloria Ann Sims

Gloria Ann Sims

Sep 10, 2017

Sims, Gloria Ann Age 94, passed away Sunday, September 10, 2017. She was born in Fond du Lac, WI on December 31, 1922, to Lawrence and Gertrude Steier. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Floyd Sims; parents, three brothers and three sisters. Gloria is survived by daughter, Cathy Cates of Albuquerque, NM. son, Ed Zachow of Euless,...

Mark S. McCracken

Mark S. McCracken

Sep 9, 2017

Mark S. McCracken, age 55, entered the gates of heaven unexpectedly on Saturday, September 9, 2017 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.  Mark was born on November 12, 1961 in Aleppo, PA.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Barbara McCracken, brother Gregory McCracken of Albuquerque, NM and father-in-law, George Lucero of Rio Rancho, NM.  He is survived by his loving...

Leo Arellano

Leo Arellano

Sep 9, 2017

Leo Arellano, 93, died in the quiet of early morning Sept. 9, 2017, in his Albuquerque home with his wife, Marjorie, and children around him. He taught us in death, as in life, that family is everything. We sang favorite songs, prayed, laughed and cried — in short, celebrated and loved him to the very end. Leo came to this...

Roland A. Dobbs

Roland A. Dobbs

Sep 8, 2017

Roland A. Dobbs, age 75, passed away on September 08, 2017 in Edgewood, New Mexico. Mr. Dobbs was born on September 08, 1942 in Indus, Minnesota. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him dearly.Arrangements have been entrusted to: Southern Chapel2400 Southern BlvdRio Rancho, NM 87124

Rebecca "Becky" Funkhouser

Rebecca "Becky" Funkhouser

Sep 8, 2017

Funkhouser, Rebecca "Becky" Ann Age 76, passed away peacefully Friday, September 8, 2017 at home with George by her side. She was born in Pulaski, VA on March 19, 1941, to Roy and Helen (Farmer) Buckner.  As a young girl growing up in Pulaski, Becky became very involved with the Church of the Brethren. God and family were the most important...

John A. Rogers

John A. Rogers

Sep 7, 2017

Rogers, John A. "Papa" Age 69, passed away Thursday, September 7, 2017. He was born in Chicago, IL on February 18, 1948, to John William Rogers  and Ann Reif . John attended Elmhurst College, in Illinois, where he obtained his degree in Business Administration. John married Margaret Wantland in 1994 In Bulkhead City, AZ. They were married for 23 years. He...

Roy Edward Dominic Scalco

Roy Edward Dominic Scalco

Sep 7, 2017

Former resident of Laurel, Maryland passed away on September 7, 2017 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Born in Washington, DC, he will be remembered for his commitment to God, family and a passion for service to others. Beloved husband, father, brother, nephew, and a very special friend to many people.   Married to Pamela Scalco for 25 years and loving father...

Wilma Sue Garrett

Wilma Sue Garrett

Sep 6, 2017

Wilma Sue Garrett, 82, was called to rest on Wednesday, September 6, 2017. She was born on August 30, 1935 in Sheridan, AR to Elisha and Sally Mae (Bass) Bennett, the second of ten children. She married Codolious Garret, Sr. in 1972. Mrs. Garrett retired from the Motorola Corporation and from Foley's Department Store. She believed in hard word and...

Edwin Dale Rouse

Edwin Dale Rouse

Sep 6, 2017

Edwin Dale Rouse, age 80, passed away on September 06, 2017 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Mr. Rouse was born on August 21, 1937 in Battle Creek, Michigan. He will be truly missed by all who knew and loved him dearly.Arrangements have been entrusted to: Southern Chapel2400 Southern BlvdRio Rancho, NM 87124

Tito Daniel Chavez Sr.

Tito Daniel Chavez Sr.

Sep 5, 2017

Chavez , Tito Daniel Sr.June 2, 1974 - September 5, 2017. Visitation will be held Tuesday, September 12, 2017, 6-7 pm at Garcia Mortuary ~ Chapel of Angels, Located on 8th Street and Iron, followed by a Rosary at 7 pm. A Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, September 13, 2017, 9:30 am, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church , 309...