Florentino Padilla Jr.
Jul 22, 2015
FLORENTINO PADILLA, JRFlorentino Padilla, Jr., born on August 14, 1932, in La Junta, Colorado, entered eternal life on July 22, 2015, surrounded by his wife and children. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Theresa Martinez. Florentino and his loving wife, Antonia (Toni), were married for 58 years. Their children include Kathy Garcia (Eddie), Paul Padilla (Caroline), Patricia Hugg (Rusty), Dereld Padilla...
Lupe Castillo
Jul 22, 2015
Castillo, Lupe Lupe was born Lupita Viola Castillo, in Albuquerque, NM on February 18, 1948 to Fransisco and Frances Castillo. Lupe lost the battle but won the war on July 22, 2015. She was Founder of the “Just say No” program. She started the Drill Team thru the Navajo Elks Lodge. Lupe loved all the children in the Mountain View Community, South Broadway Youth Development,...
Ronald D. Allison
Jul 22, 2015
Allison, Ronald D.Ronald D. Allison, age 79, passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2015 in Rio Rancho, NM. He was born to Orlando and Geneva Allison November 11, 1935 in Parker, CO. He is survived by his loving wife Bonnie Allison; daughters, Rhonda Webb of Edgewater, CO and Judy Allison and husband, Bill Finch of Denver, CO; son, Donny Allison of...
Gladys W. Gaston
Jul 22, 2015
January 29, 1934 - July 22, 2015 Philosopher, dreamer, beloved grandmother and great grandmother, devoted teacher, friend, colleague, life-long learner, and fantastic mother. These words are used to describe Gladys Gaston but they do not begin to define all of the special qualities that made Gladys Gaston an inspiration for countless people. Born in Montgomery, Alabama January 29, 1934,...
Laura Jean Reed
Jul 20, 2015
Laura Jean Fischer ReedLaura Jean Fischer Reed passed away peacefully after a prolonged illness onMonday, July 20, 2015 at her home in Sandia Park, NM. She is survived by her husband, Evangelos Coutsias, her mother, Margaret June Fischer of Albuquerque, NM and her brothers, Donald Fischer of Ashville, NC and Gordon Fischer of Kansas City, KS. Laura was a 36...
Edgar E. Prettyman
Jul 20, 2015
Prettyman, Edgar E. Age 98, passed away Monday, July 20, 2015. He was born in Wilmington, Delaware on August 29, 1916, to Edgar Prettyman and Anna Marbery. Edgar is survived by his children, Deborah Prettyman of Rio Rancho, NM, Dr. Edgar Prettyman (Diane) of Austin, TX; grandchildren, Kathleen (Bob) Ward, Carolee (Will) Wheeler; four great grandchildren; In lieu of flowers...
George Robert Bateman
Jul 19, 2015
Bateman, George R. George Robert Bateman, 89, of Albuquerque, New Mexico died July 19, 2015. Born October 6, 1925 in Topeka, Kansas to Scott and Florence Bateman. He served in Europe as a Tank Commander during World War II, with the 4th Armored Division, 8th Tank Bn., recipient of the Presidential Citation. He attended the University of Kansas. Was an...
Brianna Sheyanne Montano
Jul 18, 2015
Montano, Brianna Sheyanne Age 30, of Bernalillo, New Mexico was called home on Saturday, July 18, 2015. She is preceded in death by her paternal grand parents, Manuel and Adelina Montano, maternal grandfather, Ezequiel Quintana Sr. She is the beloved mother of Savannah Emryss Adlerete. Brianna was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico on March 5, 1985, and grew up in...
Virginia L. Des Jardin
Jul 18, 2015
Age 77, passed away Saturday, July 18, 2015. She was born in Grants, NM on April 20, 1938, to Davis and Kay Bussey. Virginia graduated from Albuquerque Highland High School. She attended University of New Mexico and joined the Pi Kappa Phi Sorority. She was also a Toppers Booster, and Lobo Club member. She retired from LANL and was recognized...
Marie Gilland
Jul 18, 2015
MARIE GILLANDMarie Gilland, age 72, of Albuquerque, NM passed away on July 18, 2015 with family members by her side. Marie was born in December 1942 to Jose Lugardo Archuleta and Rose (Jaquez) Archuleta. She was the second of eight children. Her parents, eldest sister, Geraldine Chavez, and youngest sister, Sally Novotny preceded her in death. She is survived by...
Jacqueline K. Houchin
Jul 18, 2015
Houchin, Jacqueline K. Jacqueline K. Houchin, 86, passed away July 18th, 2015. She was born February 1st, 1929 in Union City, New Jersey, to Doris and Jack Koellisch. Our mother wished to be immortalized by the entrance of three grand miracles in her life, Julia, Michael, and John. Her words were “What more could you have in a lifetime”. Jackie found a jewel...
Larry D. Braley
Jul 18, 2015
Braley, Larry D. Age 81, passed away Saturday, July 18, 2015. Larry was born in Marshaltown, Iowa to Earl Braley and Mary Hamilton, on April 13, 1934. Larry is preceded in death by his father Earl Braley and mother Mary Hamilton. Larry is survived by his son Vincent Braley; daughter in law Rory Braley, grandson Justin Braley and grand-daughter Kristen Braley...
Keith Anthony Raia
Jul 18, 2015
Raia, Keith Anthony Age 48, passed away Saturday, July 18, 2015. He was preceded in death by his mother, Lauren Raia. He is survived by his wife, Dawn (Brooklyn) Raia; his children, Jake, Justin, Joshua, Becca and Miranda; his parents, Carmine and Pauline Raia; his sister, Dawn, his brother Chuck, and his niece Antonia. Keith was a Financial Advisor and graduated from...
Carlos D. Tanner
Jul 17, 2015
Age 77, passed away Thursday, July 17, 2015. Carlos is survived by wife Laurye; children, Curtis (Wendy) Tanner, Christina (Ben) Dearman, Joseph (Katie) Webb; grandchildren, Emilie Webb, Harry Dearman, and Eleanor Dearman. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Velma Tanner. Carlos attended the University of Houston. He served in the US Army. Carlos was employed by...
Carmen C Montoya
Jul 17, 2015
Montoya, Carmen C Age 97, passed away Friday, July 17, 2015. She was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Martin and Merinda Vigil. Carmen attended Saint Vincent Girls Academy, Saint Mary's High School, and Secretary Business School, Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was employed at The Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce. Some of Carmen's special interests were bowling, dancing, and culinary skills. Carmen...
Maureen C. Klein
Jul 17, 2015
Klein, Maureen “Moe” C.Maureen “Moe” C. Klein, of Rio Rancho New Mexico, age 73, died July 17, 2015 at Anna Kaseman Hospital after a short illness. Moe was an avid golfer who lived life to the fullest, loved to travel and spend time with friends. She was the life of the party and you always knew she was in the room...
Robert M. Hanrahan
Jul 17, 2015
Hanrahan, Robert M. Age 51, passed away Friday, July 17, 2015. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services4310 Sara Road SERio Rancho, NM 87124505-892-9920
Andrew J. Carlin
Jul 16, 2015
Carlin, Andrew J. Andrew J. Carlin, age 70, passed away Thursday, July 16, 2015. Drew having had an award-winning career of over 50 years in theater, Drew has music-directed, accompanied or appeared in leading roles in more than 100 shows for Off-Broadway, Summer Stock, Dinner, Regional and Community Theaters throughout the greater New York City and Albuquerque metropolitan areas.No public...
Beulah R. Williams
Jul 16, 2015
Beulah R. Williams, loving and feisty Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother and Sister, left this world on July 16, 2015 while living at Brookdale Senior Living Solutions in Albuquerque, NM.She will be missed by all whose lives she touched during her 92 years. Born in Oklahoma City on February 13, 1923, she grew up during the Great Depression, went to Bethany College...
Jeanette Marion Cook
Jul 15, 2015
Cook, Jeanette Marion Jeanette Marion Cook, age 94, passed away on Wednesday, July 15, 2015, of natural causes. She was born in Waukegan, Illinois on August 8, 1920. Jeanette attended the Chicago Institute of Art prior to nursing school. After graduating, Jeanette joined the Army and served overseas for 4 years. She continued nursing and moved to New Mexico in...
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