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GALLEGOS --
Teresa Emily of Santa Fe, New Mexico, died peacefully at home surrounded by friends and family on February 17, 2012. She was born December 19, 1930 to Dionisio and Ascension Tafoya in Las Vegas, NM. She graduated from Immaculate Conception Catholic High School in 1948 and married her high school sweetheart, John B. Gallegos, also of Las Vegas, NM. Teresa was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She instilled in her children the value of education, hard work, the importance of family and faith in our heavenly Father. Teresa served the community in a variety of ways. She worked for Santa Fe County Head Start as a volunteer, social worker, and director for more than 20 years. She was adamant that children and their families had every opportunity to benefit from early childhood education. After her retirement, she worked in the parish office at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. There, she also served as Sacristan, Eucharistic minister, Lector, and a member of the church choir. Teresa was an active member of the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi where she was devoted to her parish family, as they were to her. Teresa was a professed member of the St. Francis Secular Franciscan 3rd Order. She welcomed all with a joyous light and open arms to join her in her faith in God. Teresa was preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, John B. Gallegos; her parents; brothers, Alex Tafoya and wife Rose, Dennis Tafoya, and Phillip Tafoya and wife Irene; sisters, Mary Tafoya, Lenore Padilla and husband J.C; and brother-in-law Benito Duran. She is survived by her sister, Telesflora "Taffy" Duran; her beloved children, John Dennis Gallegos and wife Lynne Andersen, Robert Gallegos and wife Rosemary, Elizabeth Gallegos and husband Francisco, JoAnn Valdez and husband Victor, Anna Marie Acosta and husband Rafael, Jennifer Gallegos and fiance Justin; her beloved grandchildren, Rebekah Gallegos, John L. Gallegos, Stephen Gallegos, Joaquin and Gabriella Acosta, and Victoria and Joshua Valdez; and many dear in-laws, nieces, nephews and friends. Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 23, 2012, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Berardinelli's Funeral Home 1399 Luisa Street, Santa Fe, NM (505) 984-8600. The Rosary will be held on Thursday, February 23, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi in Santa Fe, NM. The funeral service will be held on Friday, February 24, 2012 at 8:30 a.m. at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi, followed immediately by internment at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. A reception will follow at Crispin Hall, located at the Cathedral Basilica. Teresa has requested that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi. Berardinelli Family Funeral Service 1399 Luisa Street Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 984-8600 Please sign our guestbook online at www.berardinellifuneralhome.com
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Published on: Wed February 22, 2012
REISWIG --
Robert D. age 82, a resident of Los Alamos, New Mexico passed away on Wednesday, February 8, 2012. He was preceded in death by his parents, David and Helen Glenn Reiswig. Robert was an undergraduate Summerfield Scholar at University of Kansas and attended the Ohio State University and graduated with a Master's and Ph.D. University of Wisconsin in Metallurgical Engineering. He met his wife of over 60 years at the University of Kansas. Following graduate school, he started working at the Los Alamos National Laboratory, where he worked until his retirement in 1991 after 36 years. He worked as a volunteer on many church projects and regularly donated blood until told he could no longer do so. He read for the blind for 20 years every week and regularly helped out friends and neighbors in need. He was loved by all who new him. Mr. Reiswig is survived by his wife, Karolyn B. Reiswig of Los Alamos, New Mexico; sons, Mark Reiswig and wife Jill of Atlanta, Georgia, and George Reiswig and wife Angela of Portland, Oregon; granddaughters, Daniella Pulliam, Rebecca, Hannah, Rachel and Krista Reiswig and numerous beloved cousins scattered around the country. Cremation is being planned and services are pending. The family requests that, in lieu of flowers or gifts, contributions can be made in Robert's name to Habitat for Humanity, the Heiffer Project, or other charities that assist those in need. The family of Robert D. Reiswig has entrusted their loved one to: DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory of the Espanola Valley. 505-662-2400 or www.devargasfuneral.com
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Published on: Sat February 11, 2012
SANDOVAL --
Eufemia died on Wednesday, February 8, 2012 at home surrounded by her family listening to northern New Mexico corridos. She was born on the first day of spring, March 20, 1924 (our spring chicken) in La Canada Ancha, New Mexico. She married Elauterio Sandoval on July 7, 1944 in Wagon Mound, New Mexico. Eufemia was preceded in death by her parents, Gonzalo Martinez and Aurelia Baca Martinez; husband Elauterio; sons Demecio and Ramon Sandoval; sisters Maria Crecencia Romero and Andrea Lucero; brother Donicio Martinez and infant son Alfred Sandoval. She is survived by her sister Faustina Montoya of Las Vegas, New Mexico; sons E. Michael Sandoval and wife Helga of Landstuhl, Germany; Thomas E. Milner and wife Mary Kay of Lakewood, Colorado; daughters Lita Rogers and husband Jim of Aurora, Colorado; Esther Sandoval of Forest Grove (Julian father of her children), Oregon; Elizabeth Sandoval (Ernest Armijo father of her children) of Las Vegas, NM; Susan Mickesh and husband Joe of Laurel, Maryland and Aurora B. Sanchez and husband Roberto of Las Vegas, NM; granddaughters: Kim Culhane, Mekisha Armijo, Toni Mickesh, Cindy Morrow (Joe), Luanna Rael (Paul), Cheryln Milner, Suzette Kovack, Mona Sandoval-Allwein, Debbie Sandoval (Filiberto), Jodi Sandoval, Cheryl Thomas and Cecilie Bremser-Neiss; grandsons: Jaime Rogers, Eugene Michael Berrill, Eric and Adrian Garcia, Dave Armijo (Olivia), J.D. Mickesh, Demecio Sandoval (Tracy), Tom Milner (Jyoti), Phillip Sandoval and Scott Monk; great grandchildren: Collin Culhane, Mariah and Layla Garcia, David, Devin and Christian Armijo, Dayton Melton, Angelo, Jordan, Madison, Savannah-Kay and Trent Sandoval, Jasmine Trudo (David), Zachery (Cookie), Rhiannon and Issac Rael, Prasaad and Surya Milner, Heather, Angela and Johnny Morrow, Pia and Sebastian Neiss, Daniel Bryant, Kyli, Mallori and Noah McGuire, Madison and Monica Thomas, Gabrielle Allwein, Lucy Kovack and Hailee Monk; great-great grandchildren: Lichelle, Santiago, Diego, Harliy and Jade Rael, Loki and Lilith Neiss, April Jarrell and Evans Kropsch; very special friends, Benito Martinez and Jane Sandoval, her beloved Patricia, Bailey and Donnie Duran, her special teachers, nieces, nephews and cousins. Eufemia loved to dance and for many years enjoyed going to Sunday dances. For 24 years she served as a foster grandmother where she fostered lifelong friendships with her teachers (Mrs. Vigil, La Scott, Ms. Martinez), school staff, other foster grandparents but most especially the children. She loved to bake and often favored those she loved with her goodies. She had a special hand when it came to plants. Eufemia could make anything grow just by simply putting it into the ground. She had a mischievous streak that showed up when you least expected it. Last year Eufemia suffered a massive heart attack that slowed her down but did not stop her. Her family received a final blessing of 11 months to spend with her and enjoy her in ways that will be an everlasting blessing. Eufemia was a tough rancher who took up the challenge. She participated in Senior Olympics medaled in the 440 and shuffle board. Eufemia only had a third grade education but was smart as a whip. The rosary will be recited by the Altar Society of which she was an active member on Monday, February 13, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Church in Las Vegas, New Mexico. The mass of resurrection will be at Immaculate Conception Church at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 14, 2012; interment will follow at the Santa Clara Catholic Cemetery in Wagon Mound, New Mexico. Serving as pall bearers are Dominic Gonzales, Demecio Sandoval, Dennis Martinez, Collin Culhane, J.D. Mickesh, Gene Michael Berrill, Paul and Zachery Rael, Renee Madrid, Daniel Bryant, Mekisha and Dave Armijo, Jordan Sandoval, Filiberto Aragon, Teles Romero, Pepe Mares.
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Published on: Sat February 11, 2012
MONTOYA --
Socorro M. (Ortiz) age 74, of Santa Fe passed away on February 6, 2012 due to a lengthy illness. She was born on June 15, 1937 to Josefita and Francisco Ortiz. Socorro was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who always put her family first. She worked at the City of Santa Fe Senior Center as a driver for several years. Socorro was preceded in death by her father and mother Francisco and Josefita Ortiz; brothers, Luis, Emilio and Alfredo Ortiz; sister, Susie Quintana and other family members. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 54 years, Ramon I. Montoya; daughters, Magdalene Montoya, Ernestine Montoya, Angela Montoya Byres (Greg), Diana Lehman (Mark), Gloria Montoya, Veronica Montoya Cedeno (Douglas), Cindy Montoya; sons, Charles Montoya (Kim), Daniel Montoya and Phillip Montoya; 23 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; sisters, Carlotta Rodriguez, Lourdes Sena, and Rosina Sena; brother, Albert Ortiz (Madalyn); close friends, Clara Briones, Viola Garcia, Frances Gonzales, Jim Sanchez and Emily Lucero and other numerous family members. A rosary will be recited on Thursday, February 9, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Anne's Catholic Church. A funeral service will be celebrated on Friday, February 10, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. (noon) at St. Anne's Catholic Church. Interment to follow at Rosario Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Diego Gonzales, Miguel Gonzales, Steven Montoya, Mario Montoya, Michael Bowker II, Jacob Esparza and Isaac Montoya.The family has entrusted their loved one to: The Rivera Family of Santa Fe Funeral Options, 417 East Rodeo Road ~ Santa Fe, NM 87505 Santafefuneraloption.com(505)989-7032
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Published on: Thu February 09, 2012
MILLER --
David M. age 57, of Santa Fe, New Mexico passed away Wednesday, February 1, 2012. David was the adoring husband of Heidi Chase and step-father to her daughters, Amy Chase of Albuquerque and Alissa Chase of Denver. He was the beloved and devoted son of Muriel Miller of Dallas and brother of Ann R. Miller of Sarasota, Fla. David was preceded in death by his father, Howard Miller. He was the owner of David M. Miller Real Estate Appraisals and former owner of Home Run Pizza in Eldorado. David was born in New York City on December. 19, 1954. He was a graduate of the University of Texas, and New Mexico has been his residence since 1987. David was an avid golfer and bicyclist. David's life will be celebrated at 2 p.m. Sunday, February 5, 2012 at McGee Memorial Chapel, 1320 Luisa St., Santa Fe. A reception will follow from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Marty Sanchez Links de Santa Fe, 205 Caja del Rio Road. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in David's memory to the Delancey Street Foundation, PO Box 1240, San Juan Pueblo, NM, 87566. Arrangements are being handled by Berardinelli Family Funeral Service.
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Published on: Sun February 05, 2012
CHAVARRIA --
Duane "Tom" Our Dearest Tom, it has been six months since you left us. Not a single day goes by that you are not missed. How we wish you were here with us. We saw how much pain you lived with and when it came time for you to leave us, we told you Tom; it is okay for you to leave. We wanted you to be free from the pain and be at rest with Our Lord. We are doing as you wished that we replace our sadness with joy and laughter for you said we must carry on with living our lives to the fullest. Love you, Christina, Yoshi and Cassie Chavarria; John, Paul and Juliana Lucero; and Phillip Barajas. Please join us for a six-month Mass to be celebrated at The Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe, 417 Agua Fria St, Santa Fe, NM, on Sunday, January 29, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. The family has entrusted their loved one to: The Rivera Family of Santa Fe Funeral Options, 417 East Rodeo Road, Santa Fe, NM 87505 santafefuneraloptions.com(505)989-7032
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Published on: Sat January 28, 2012
ELLIS --
Martha Lou (Grove) age 78, a long-time resident of Los Alamos, NM, passed away peacefully, from Alzheimer's related complications, on January 26, 2012 into eternal life with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. At her passing, she was surrounded by family. Martha Lou was born March 26, 1933 in Conway, Arkansas, to Ivan Grove, a prominent college football coach and professor and Zepha Grove, a middle school English teacher. She graduated from Conway High School in 1950 and attended Hendrix College, where her father coached. Martha Lou graduated with high honors and received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in 1954. Subsequently, she attended graduate school at the University of Chicago where she was awarded a Master's Degree in Education. It was at the University of Chicago where she met her husband and life-long best friend Walton Paul Ellis. The two were married on November 4, 1956 and moved to Los Alamos, NM, in July 1957 to begin a life together. Martha Lou began her teaching career in Conway where she taught first grade for one year. She continued to teach elementary school in Los Alamos for three years. Her passion for teaching and love of children blossomed at Little Forest Pre School, where she taught for over 20 years and was director for two years. After she retired, she was a Pink Lady volunteer at the Los Alamos Medical Center. Martha Lou was a devoted and life-long member of the United Methodist Church. She volunteered in many different ways, taught Sunday school, and was a Communion Volunteer. Martha Lou had many interests that included Girl Scout leader, playing Bridge with friends, and traveling the world with her husband. Martha Lou had soft hands, a compassionate heart, a wonderful sense of humor and an appreciation for simple pleasures like fragrant flowers or the beautiful colors of a bird. Her life philosophy was "Let go and Let God!" She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend who accepted everyone for who they were. Martha Lou loved her family and took pride in each of her two daughters and two granddaughters and shared a special loving relationship and bond with her husband, Walt. Martha Lou was preceded in death by Coach Ivan Grove (father) and Zepha Grove (mother). She is survived by her husband, Walton Ellis; children, Eleanor (Elly) Ellis Olivas and Carolyn Ellis Winkelman and her husband Robert; and granddaughters, Rosalia Therese Olivas and Grace Ann Winkelman. Visitation will be held on Sunday, January 29, 2012 from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at DeVargas Funeral Home, 623 North Railroad Avenue Espanola, New Mexico 87532. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, January 30, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers donations may be given in Martha Lou's honor to Hendrix College, 1600 Washington Avenue, Conway, Arkansas 72032. The family of Martha Lou Ellis has entrusted the care of their loved one to: DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory of the Espanola Valley. 505-747-7477 or www.devargasfuneral.com
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Published on: Sat January 28, 2012
HARBUR --
Jerry Dolores Martin-Martinez age 70, a resident of Harlingen, TX departed this earth to be with her family in heaven on Saturday, January 21, 2012 after a long fought battle with COPD. She was born in Espanola, NM on August 13, 1941 to parents Fred and Susan Belle Martin. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Wayne of Arlington, TX; two sons, Bobby Ray Martinez and Troy Allen Martinez; brothers, Wilfred Martin of Redlands Ca, Lawrence Fred Martin, Gerald D. Martin, Bobby G. Martin; sisters, Maxine Clark, Faye Carter and Pat Perraglio all from the Espanola Valley. She leaves behind to mourn her passing her two sons, Kelly Martinez (Pam) of Houston TX, James Wayne Harbur (Corine) of Dallas TX; her daughter, Debbie Cleveland of Anchorage, Alaska; nine grandchildren; one great-grandchild; also her sisters, Donna (Mrs. Al) Jonke of Harlingen, TX, and Catherine Daddow of Farmington, NM; numerous nieces, nephews and other loving relatives and friends. Funeral services for Jerry will be held on Thursday, January 26, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. in the Sangre de Cristo Chapel at DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory in Espanola, NM with burial to follow at Memorial gardens in Santa Fe, NM. Officiating will be long time family friend Donnie Norris. The family of Jerry Dolores Martin-Martinez-Harbur has entrusted the care of their loved one to: DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory of the Espanola Valley. 505-747-7477 or www.devargasfuneral.com
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Published on: Wed January 25, 2012
MASON --
Donald J. MEMORIAL SERVICES A celebration of Don's life will be held on Friday, January 27, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. at the Scottish Rite Temple in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The celebration will be followed by a luncheon also held at the Scottish Rite Temple. His family would like to invite anyone who knew Don to join in commemorating his life. Please RSVP or direct any questions/inquiries to Lisa Mason at 505-920-5437 or lisamason@hotmail.com. Donations can be sent to the Pecos Valley Medical Center: P.O. Box 710, Pecos, New Mexico 87552, (505) 757-6482 or to the Donald J Mason Memorial EMS Fund at New Mexico EMS and Trauma Foundation, 13 Fonda Ct., Santa Fe, NM 87508 The Rivera Family of Santa Fe Funeral Options 417 East Rodeo Road - Santa Fe, NM 87505 Santafefuneraloption.com(505) 989-7032
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Published on: Sun January 22, 2012
MONTOYA --
Nestor M. age 94, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on, Sunday, January 15, 2012. Mr. Montoya was born on May 11, 1917 in Truchas, NM to Juanita and Rosenaldo Montoya. Mr. Montoya is survived by his beloved wife of sixty-nine years, Cristina; children, Connie Goffice and husband, Ron, Jean Montoya, Regina Wells and husband, Rick, Rita Holcomb and husband, Louie, and Henry Montoya and wife, Debbie; grandchildren, Scott, Christine, Todd, Justin, Chad, Amy, Courtney, Nicole, Denise, Steven, Lorie, and Melissa; ten great-grandchildren; sister, Floy Fuentes; and sister in law, Jennie Montoya. Mr. Montoya was preceded in death by his parents, Rosenaldo and Juanita Montoya; brothers, Efren and Nabor Montoya; and sister in law, Delmiria Montoya. Nestor was a Veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during WWII. He retired from Kirtland Air Force Base after thirty-four years of service. He loved to tinker and repair anything and everything. He was completely devoted to his family, especially his wife and his grandchildren and he will be missed very much. His life and his love for all of us will be celebrated beginning with a visitation on Friday, January 20, 2012 in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, from 11:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. with a Funeral Service at 12:00 p.m., with his nephew, Robert Montoya, presiding. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Chad Wells, Justin Montoya, Steven Montoya, Scott Goffice, Todd Goffice, and Elizardo Montoya. Please visit www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.comto sign the online guestbook. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc., 1000 Old Coors Dr. 243-7861
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Published on: Thu January 19, 2012
