Obituaries

Jul 7, 2014

Tokoph, Gary Daniel Age 36, a resident of New Mexico for most of his life, died Monday, July 7, 2014. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on May 23, 1978 to Gary Allen Tokoph and Diantha Tokoph. Gary was preceded in death by his grandparents, Mary and Clancey Ortega and Richard and Margaret Tokoph; uncles, Albert Ortega, Dana Tokoph, Dennis...

Jul 7, 2014

Gesiakowski, Frank (Duke) Raymond Age 77, passed away Monday, July 7, 2014 at his home in Rio Rancho. He is survived by his beloved children, Bryan, Duane, Sharon and her husband, Tony, Randy and his wife, Cassie, Dawn; grandchildren, April, Michelle, Chris, Nicole, Cody, Andrene, Ryan, Brandon, Nacayla and great-grandchild, Ryland, including his Beloved Angel, Bonnie Gesiakowski and her brother,...

Jul 6, 2014

Gallegos , Leroy Fred was born and raised in Las Vegas, NM. He's preceded in death by his parents Isidro and Manuelita Gallegos; his brothers, Ben and Arthur Gallegos. Leroy is survived by his loving wife, Frances Gallegos, they had just celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary; his two daughters, whom he adored, Anita Lee Gallegos her husband Greg Griego, Christine...

Jul 6, 2014

Brennan, Margaret G. Age 72, passed away Sunday, July 6, 2014. Possible services are pending. Daniels Family Funeral Services 2400 Southern Blvd Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-891-9192

Jul 5, 2014

Baker, Virginia H. Age 96, passed peacefully from this world on July 5, 2014. She was born September 24, 1917 near Mount Pleasant, IA to Warren and Verna (Westfall) Hall. She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Mary Jane and Carolyn. She is survived by her beloved husband of nearly 72 years, Chester B. Baker, with whom she...

Jul 5, 2014

Hostetler, Dolores "Dee" Age 79, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, July 5, 2014. Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-821-0010

Jul 5, 2014

Turrietta, Celestino Joe Celestino Joe Turrietta left this world on Saturday, July 5, 2014 after a short illness at Mercy Hospital in Durango, Colorado. He left us all with wonderful memories. He was CJ to friends and neighbors, Tino to close friends and family members and Celestino to businesses and professionals. He always had a quick step and a smile....

Jul 5, 2014

Anderson, Ruth K. Ruth Anderson passed away July 5, 2014. She was born Ruth Elizabeth Knust September 5, 1917 in Gleichen, Alberta Canada to Henry Lewis Knust and Luella Maude Ogden Knust. At the approximate age of 11 her family moved to Spearfish, SD, USA. Ruth married James Franklin Anderson in 1934 and together they had one son, Leslie Wayne...

Jul 4, 2014

Reyes, Richard Age 67, passed away Friday, July 4, 2014. A Graveside Service will be held Friday, July 18, 2014 at 9:45 a.m., Santa Fe National Cemetery, 501 N Guadalupe St, Santa Fe, NM. Daniels Family Funeral Services 2400 Southern Blvd Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-891-9192

Jul 4, 2014

Miller, Charlotte A Charlotte A. Smith-Miller passed away peacefully in her home with her family by her side Friday the 4th of July. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Robert Miller, Sr.; her three children, Robert Miller, Jr. and his wife, Carol, Cindy Aguilar and her husband, Vinnie, Tammy Culp and her husband, Todd; her six grandchildren...

Jul 3, 2014

Edwin E. Tilgner, 87, a resident of Albuquerque since 1962, died Thursday, July 3, 2014. He is survived by his two children, Linda Morton and husband, Monty and Mike Tilgner; and one granddaughter, Amy Morton. Mr. Tilgner was born May 13, 1927 in Evanston, WY. He was a longtime employee of Albuquerque Seismic Lab. After retirement, Mr. Tilgner volunteered at...

Jul 3, 2014

Jul 3, 2014

JoAnna "JoAnn" L. Montano, age 76, entered into Eternal peace on Thursday, July 3, 2014, at her home while surrounded by her loving family and friends. JoAnn was born on September 21, 1937and was a lifelong resident of Bernalillo, NM. She was the daughter of the late Joseph and Edna Lovato of Bernalillo, NM, (owners of the Lovato's Drug Store)....

Jul 3, 2014

Vernon J. (Steve) Stephens died suddenly of a heart attack on July 3, 2014. He is survived by his wife Judith Reynolds; his four children Sherri Stephens-Carter (Galen), Sue Taylor (Roger), Catherine Stephens Creamer (Will), Kevin Stephens (Mary Eastman); sisters Dona Hahn and Janet Grudzinski; brother Richard Stephens (Janice); ten grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. Vern was born in Selah, Washington...

Jul 2, 2014

Age 41, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 2, 2014. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on February 2, 1973, to Joseph Anthony Martin and Mary Frances Martin. Alphonso is survived by his two sons Naythan Paul Martin and Ryan Anthony Martin; mother, Mary Frances Martin of Las Vegas, NM; two siblings sister Lisa Roseann Martin-Johnson and Gina Sadie Mae...

Jul 2, 2014

Rodriguez-Merida, Estrella Destina Bevita "Star� Stay True Always Real An angel lent us a Star on November 15, 1997, and came back for her on July 2, 2014. Star is survived by love. She had many mothers, fathers, grandmothers, grandfathers, brother, sisters, aunties, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Everyone was her family. Star was a Love Life Soldier, fighting for...

Jul 2, 2014

Mund, Gene R. A forty-nine year resident of Albuquerque passed away Wednesday, July 2, 2014. Gene was a great father, a true and loving friend to many. A man that will be missed by all. Service will be held on July 8, 2014 at 5:00 pm at Daniels Family Funeral Chapel at 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM. Daniels Family...

Jul 1, 2014

Mueller, Lavonne �Skip� Lavonne �Skip� Mueller of Rio Rancho, NM passed away July 1, 2014 at home with her husband John at her side. Skip is survived by her husband of 70 years, John W. Mueller and sister Maxine Mueller of Albuquerque. Nephew Gary Mueller and wife Eva with daughters Renee Mueller and Stacy Mueller of Albuquerque. Niece Sandy Blose...

Jul 1, 2014

Duran, James M. Age 74, passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, July 1, 2014. He was born on February 5, 1940 in Albuquerque to Nora Irene (Armenta) Padilla. He graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1958 and proudly served in the US Marine Corps from 1962-1966. His hobbies included fishing, camping, baseball, and gardening. His...

Jul 1, 2014

Ortiz, Arthur Stanley A loving son, brother, uncle, father and grandfather, passed away Tuesday, July 1, 2014 at the age of 67. He was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico on April 2, 1947, to Arthur and Virginia Ortiz. Arthur served 30 years in the New Mexico Air National Guard. He was preceded in death by his father Arthur Ortiz, son...