Obituaries

Daniel Franklin Collins

Daniel Franklin Collins

Jun 4, 2017

Collins, Daniel Franklin Age 75 went home to be with Jesus on Sunday, June 4, 2017.  Daniel was a godly man who loved Jesus with all his heart. He loved nothing more than to be in God's presence, spending hours at his desk reading his bible and praising Jesus. He was also a devoted family man to his wife of 39...

Ignacio "Nash" Lovato

Ignacio "Nash" Lovato

Jun 3, 2017

Lovato, Ignacio "Nash"  Age 82, passed away Saturday, June 3, 2017. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on August 6, 1934, to Mr. and Mrs. Melquiades Lovato.  He was an employee of Garcia Mortuary for 45 years. Ignacio is survived by wife, Gloria J. Lovato; daughter, Victoria Vargas-Stein and husband, Austin; two grandsons, Ignacio Lovato-Smith, Austin Stein and one great grandson, Niklaus...

Nicolas E. Romero

Nicolas E. Romero

Jun 3, 2017

Nicolas Romero, age 83, passed away on June 03, 2017 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Nicolas was born on April 04, 1934 in Antonito, Colorado to Milton and Josephine Romero. He attended La Jara High School and graduated in the class of 1952. He worked for The Colorado Fuel and Iron Company as a young man, and sold insurance for all...

Barbara "Bobbie" Pollay

Barbara "Bobbie" Pollay

Jun 3, 2017

Pollay, Barbara Louise Age 79, passed away peacefully Saturday, June 3, 2017. She was born in Rural-Orange County, NJ on August 28, 1937, to Walter and Frances Edwards Hubold. She was employed with Amrep. Corp. from 1971 to 1993 and also worked with The Chamber of Commerce as a Sales Rep. in Rio Rancho, NM. She loved the outdoors, Hot...

Angela Maria Randall

Angela Maria Randall

Jun 2, 2017

Angela Maria Randall, age 83, passed away on June 02, 2017. Ms. Randall was born in Mexico.She will be truly missed by all who knew and loved her dearly. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to Wounded Warrior Project.https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org/default.aspx?tsid=7672&ovr_acv_id=2699&campaignSource=ONLINE&source=BS17004

James Lee Mansell

James Lee Mansell

Jun 2, 2017

Mansell, James Lee It is with a heavy heart that we bring to you the sad news of our dear son, brother, uncle, partner, father and grandfather James passing to the other side on June 2, 2017. James Lee Mansell, 56, was born October 11, 1960 to Floyd and Wanda Mansell of Magdalena and was a lifelong resident of Magdalena,...

Theresa L. Garcia

Theresa L. Garcia

Jun 1, 2017

Garcia, Theresa L. Our angel was called to be with the Lord on June 1, 2017. Theresa was born on September 12, 1928 in Canon, NM to the late Narciso and Florinda Lucero. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and so much more. She was loved by all and loved everyone she came into contact with. Her greatest...

Richard Lee Herrera

Richard Lee Herrera

May 30, 2017

Herrera, Richard Ricky Lee Age 58, of Ranchitos, NM was called to be with the Lord May 30, 2017 as a result of a lengthy illness. He was born April 15, 1959 in Espanola. Richard was a loving father, husband, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He loved music, at a young age he became a drummer in which he was...

Martin Gonzales Jr.

Martin Gonzales Jr.

May 30, 2017

Gonzales, Martin  Jr.Martin Gonzales, Jr, age 85, a resident of Corrales since 1974, passed away at his home on May 30, 2017 while surrounded by his loving family. Martin was born May 23, 1932 in Tucumcari, NM to Martin, Sr. and Gregorita (Valverde) Gonzales.  Martin retired from the Albuquerque Fire Department and then worked at Sandia National Laboratory until his retirement. He...

Michael A. Lucero

Michael A. Lucero

May 29, 2017

Michael Anthony G. Lucero, age 31, passed away on May 29, 2017 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Michael was born on December 11, 1984 to Kim Montgomery. He attended Eldorado High School and later attend CNM to pursue Culinary Arts. Michael also worked from Brooks carryout. Michael enjoyed cooking, playing football and watching his favorite team the San Francisco 49ers, baseball...

Mary Lou Palmer

Mary Lou Palmer

May 28, 2017

Mary Lou Palmer, A beloved mother, sister, grandmother and friend, Mary Lou passed away at her home on Sunday, May 28, 2017 surrounded by her children. She was 95 years old.Born in Pittsburgh, PA, Mary Lou was the daughter of the Rev. William and Mrs. Mary Marquis. She graduated with a liberal arts degree from Mt. Union College in Ohio,...

Hugh T. Fahy M.D.

Hugh T. Fahy M.D.

May 27, 2017

Hugh T. Fahy M.D., passed away peacefully at home on May 27, 2017. He is survived by his wife, Kay, his daughter, Elizabeth Firman and her husband Todd, and two grandchildren, Riley and Abby. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, June 18, 2017 at 5:00 p.m. at the Prairie Star, 288 Prairie Star Rd, Santa Ana Pueblo....

Jack W. Ray Sr.

Jack W. Ray Sr.

May 27, 2017

Ray, Jack W. Sr.Age 82, passed away Saturday, May 27, 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

Gloria G. Mocera

Gloria G. Mocera

May 26, 2017

Gloria Mocera, age 87, passed away May 26, 2017.She was born in Brooklyn N.Y. on March 7, 1930 to Orazio and Grace Andolina.She was preceded in death by her loving husband Joseph Mocera of 25 years.Upon graduation, Gloria worked for 34 years as a payroll manager for Brantano and Dell Publishers. Afterward Gloria ventured into business owning and operating a...

Diane Elaine Ashmore

Diane Elaine Ashmore

May 26, 2017

Ashmore, Diane ElaineAge 59, passed away Friday, May 26, 2017 with her family by her side.  She was born in Ellsworth, ME, on June 19, 1957, to Clifton and Pauline Danis Ashmore.  After high school, Diane went on to attend Michigan State University. While in college, she led her student housing co-operative as one of their most active presidents. This also was...

Floyd J. Wheeler

Floyd J. Wheeler

May 26, 2017

Floyd J. Wheeler, 87, died on Friday, May 26, 2017 peacefully at home with his wife by his side.  Floyd was born in Wichita Falls, Texas, the son of Ralph and Ida Wheeler.  He spent much of his younger life in Roswell, and Carlsbad, New Mexico.   He met and married Bobbie Jean Savage, the daughter of Reverend Kenzy and Ester Savage of...

Herman Martinez Sr.

Herman Martinez Sr.

May 25, 2017

Herman Martinez Sr., a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, NM went home to be with the Lord to receive his rewards on May 25, 2017.  He was born on January 24th, 1945.  Herman Martinez Sr. played an instrumental role in New Mexico Music, he began his music career at the age of 6 playing the trumpet.  Mr. Martinez also formed Alta Vista Records(1967) and...

Jessie M. Vanderheide

Jessie M. Vanderheide

May 25, 2017

Jessie M. “Margaret” Vanderheide, age 72, passed peacefully on May 25th, 2017. She was born on May 10, 1945. She was a loving mother, grandmother & great grandmother who will be greatly missed.  She was a natural caregiver, giving up her life to care for those she loved.  She was very special & meant a lot to many she touched.  She is survived...

John Robert "Bob" Gaines

John Robert "Bob" Gaines

May 25, 2017

John Robert “Bob” GainesBob was born in Omaha, NE on October 8, 1939.  He was preceded in death by his parents, John T. Gaines, Meta M. Klabunde, infant son Jay Richard Gaines, sister Sharon M. McManus and granddaughter, Jordan Rae Gaines.He attended Tech High School in Omaha, where he excelled academically and in golf.  He won the Omaha World Herald Junior Golf...

John Fredric Aragon

John Fredric Aragon

May 25, 2017

Aragon, John FredricAge 70, passed away Thursday, May 25, 2017. He was born May 13, 1947 to his parents, John and Lillian Aragon in Tucumcari, NM. He was preceded in death by his parents; grandparents, Jose and Apolaria Aragon and Fred and Pablita Austin; sisters, Evangeline and MaryLillian Aragon. He is survived by his loving wife, Agnes Aragon; brother, Eddie,...