Valencia County News Bulletin
Taos News
- Josefita ArchuletaJosefita Archuleta, 91, of Río Lucío passed away on September 01, 2010. She is preceded in death by her husband, Ebeo Archuleta and son, Eddie Archuleta.Thursday, September 9, 2010 4:15 PM MDT
- -index'Geraldine BittenbenderGeraldine Bittenbender, 50, of Petersburg, VA, died Sunday July 4th, 2010 at her residence. Mrs. Bittenbender was born in Albuquerque, NM.Friday, August 20, 2010 3:42 PM MDT
- Donald Thomas GreggDonald Thomas Gregg, 46, of Taos Pueblo passed away on August 30, 2010.Thursday, September 9, 2010 4:15 PM MDT
- Robert QuintanaRobert Quintana, 29, of Cerro passed away unexpectedly on August 9, 2010.Friday, August 20, 2010 3:42 PM MDT
- Catherine Frésquez MascareñasCatherine Frésquez Mascareñas, 65, was taken up to be in Heaven with the Lord on Friday, August 27th. She left this earth embraced in the loving arms of her children who adored her.Thursday, September 9, 2010 4:19 PM MDT
- Cora M. GallegosCora M. Gallegos, 83, Amalia, New Mexico passed away on August 1, 2010 in Alamosa, Colorado. She was born December 31, 1926 in Amalia to Ventura and Rebecca Maés.Friday, August 13, 2010 3:10 PM MDT
- Manuelita FloresManuelita Flores, 91, formerly of Arroyo Seco passed away on August 23, 2010 in Denver, CO.Friday, September 3, 2010 1:39 PM MDT
- -index'Marcus Clifton BellMarcus Clifton Bell, 56 of Questa, passed away August 22, 2010. He was a member of the following organizations: Mason Bentlodge 42, Civil Air Patrol, former board member of KRZA, Faith Mountain Church and a Shriner, Scottish Rite.Friday, August 27, 2010 4:11 PM MDT
- Douglas (Bush) BoswellDouglas (Bush) Boswell, 55, of Taos NM passed away Aug. 24, 2010.Friday, September 3, 2010 1:39 PM MDT
- Jennie Oakeley BacaJennie Oakeley Baca passed away on August 11, 2010 in San Diego, CA. She was born on June 24, 1922 in Taos to Richard and Magdalena (Montoya) Oakeley.Friday, August 20, 2010 3:42 PM MDT
- -index'José E. "Joe" GallegosJosé E. "Joe" Gallegos, 83, died Aug. 18 at the VA Medical Center in Cheyenne, Wy. He was born Nov. 5, 1926, in Llano Largo, N.M., the son of Federico and Abelita Gallegos.Friday, September 3, 2010 1:39 PM MDT
- Kimberly Ann MontoyaKimberly Ann Montoya, 19 of Questa passed away unexpectedly on August 6, 2010.Friday, August 13, 2010 3:10 PM MDT
- Trenton Lee McCannTrenton Lee McCann of Austin, Texas, currently residing in Midland, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, August 24, 2010. Trent was born in Austin, Texas on April 22, 1971 to Bill and Ginger McCann.Friday, September 3, 2010 1:39 PM MDT
- Tomás I. PachecoTomás I. Pacheco, 71, of Cheyenne died Sunday August 1, 2010 at his home. He was born December 21, 1938 in Arroyo Seco, NM to José Luís and Rosa (Durán) Pacheco.Friday, August 13, 2010 3:10 PM MDT
- Polly Cullinane MellingerPolly Cullinane Mellinger, one of the founders of Sabroso Restaurant and Bar in Arroyo Seco, died Sunday, August 22 at Barnes Hospital in St. Louis after a long illness. She was 62 and a resident of St. Louis and Taos, N.M.Friday, September 3, 2010 1:39 PM MDT
- Edwardo Lalito MartínezEdwardo Lalito Martínez, 71, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away on Aug. 17. He was born on Feb. 4 1939 to Edward and Estephanita Martínez.Friday, August 27, 2010 4:11 PM MDT
- Elive ValdezElive Valdez, 70 of Tres Piedras, NM. died peacefully on Wednesday August 25, 2010 in Denver, CO. he was born on March 11, 1940 to the late Eliazar and Rosa Valdez in Dixon, NM. and worked in Maintenance and equipment operations for the state of New Mexico.Friday, September 3, 2010 1:11 PM MDT
- Julia Esther RaelJulia Esther Rael, 94, of Arroyo Hondo, suffered a stroke while fishing with her daughters in Red River. She passed away at Holy Cross Hospital surrounded by her family.Friday, August 27, 2010 4:11 PM MDT
- Eliria Madrid SuazoEliria Madrid Suazo, 92, of Ranchos de Taos passed away on August 29, 2010. She is preceded in death by her husband, Efrén Suazo, daughters, Erlinda Schwartz, Cleofes Suazo and Mabel Rendón and son, Benjamin Suazo.Friday, September 3, 2010 1:11 PM MDT
- Ronald Lee UrbanRonald Lee Urban, 68, of Taos passed away on August 11, 2010. He owned and operated Ronnie Lee's Supper Club. Ron was a very civic minded person and served as a board member of the Taos Chamber of Commerce.Friday, August 20, 2010 3:42 PM MDT
- Derwin A. ValdezDerwin A. Valdez, 47, of Peñasco, NM, and more recently from Los Lunas, NM was called home by Our Dear Father in Albuquerque on August 26, 2010, after a long illness.Friday, September 3, 2010 1:11 PM MDT
- Thomas CruzThomas Cruz, 65, of El Prado passed away on August 09, 2010. He is preceded in death by his adoptive parents, Julian and Fedelina Cruz and father, Zacarías Gutiérrez.Friday, August 20, 2010 3:42 PM MDT
- Charles HamptonCharles Hampton, 73, of Taos Pueblo passed away on August 25, 2010.Friday, September 3, 2010 1:11 PM MDT
- Philip M. KaganPhilip M. Kagan, 65, of Taos, passed away after a long, brave battle with cancer and heart disease. He leaves his beloved wife, Tara and many dear friends in the community.Friday, August 13, 2010 3:10 PM MDT
- Matías Roy MondragónMatías Roy Mondragón, 31, of Taos passed away unexpectedly on August 22, 2010 in Denver, CO. He was a 1998 graduate of Taos High School. He attended the University of New Mexico and UNLV in Las Vegas, NV.Friday, August 27, 2010 4:15 PM MDT
- Andrés J. GonzalesAndrés J. Gonzales was born on August 30, 1936 to Enriques and Cidelia Gonzales. My father passed from this life on July 26, 2010.Friday, August 13, 2010 3:10 PM MDT
- Alfred Scales HobbsAlfred Scales Hobbs, 84, of Taos, New Mexico, passed away Friday, August 20. Alfred was known and loved by many in Taos, and had lived a full and colorful life.Friday, August 27, 2010 4:11 PM MDT
- Cipriano L. HerreraCipriano L. Herrera, 71, of Ranchos de Taos passed away August 6, 2010.Friday, August 13, 2010 3:10 PM MDT
- Theodora “Teddy” StruckTheodora “Teddy” Struck, 85, of Taos passed away on August 17, 2010. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Salomón Struck and precious daughter, Debbie Struck.Friday, August 27, 2010 4:11 PM MDT
- David Richard ChávezDavid Richard Chávez, 48, of Taos passed away on July 28, 2010. He retired from the U.S. Army and National Guard. He loved the outdoors, fishing, camping and hunting.Friday, August 6, 2010 11:27 AM MDT
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- " GRIFFIN -- Curley C. Griffin passed this life on September 4, 2010 at his home with his family by his side. Curley Griffin was born May 2, 1935 to Chappie and Rosie Lee Griffin. Curley Griffin moved to Albuquerque in 1971, he married Maria Luisa Corona in 1988. Curley Griffin started his preaching ministry in 1959 in Church of Christ in Easton, Texas. After moving to Albuquerque he continued preaching in and around New Mexico. His preaching would often carry him out of the city. Mr. Griffin leaves to cherish his memories, his wife, Maria Luisa Griffin of the family hone, three sons, Paul Anthony and wife, Desiree, Shem Junior and wife, Vicnasia and Nathan Eugene and wife, Lillian; six daughters, Curley Marie Phillips Hall, Mary Lee and husband Sylvester Williams, Dorothy Jean Griffin Wilson, Margaret Ann Griffin, Linda Naomi Patterson, and Curlette Daniella and husband, Isaac Velarde; brothers, sisters a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and many friends. A visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., on Thursday, September 9, 2010 at Daniels Family Funeral Services Palm Chapel, 1100 Coal Ave. SE. A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. at Mountainside Church of Christ, 12300 Indian School Rd. NE, burial to follow at Pajarito Cemetery. Online condolences can be submitted at
- " BEST -- Alvera B. (Zahnley) Benton Best, 95, resident of Albuquerque, passed away Wednesday, September 1, 2010. She is survived by her sons, Wilburn William Benton Jr. and wife, Rojeanne of Centralia, WA, and John Kenneth Benton and wife, Judy Mae of Estancia, NM; granddaughters, Brenda Hanchin and husband, Jim of VA, Bileejean Sparks and husband, Albert of Eugene, OR; grandson, Britt Benton of Centralia, WA; granddaughter, and Jeanyssa Benton of Albuquerque, NM; five great-grandchildren, Travis, Shannon, Brittany, Aaren, and Geneen; step-daughter, Kathy Best of Albuquerque. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilburn W. Benton; husband, Dr. Floyd W. Best; parents, William Washington Zahnley and Bertha Alice (Aldrich). Alvera was born on May 21, 1915 in Hollywood, CA in a hospital at Hollywood and Vine. She and her two brothers, Howard and Charlie were raised in Catron County, NM. As the youngest, Alvera went to school in Socorro at the Catholic Convent School. She later went to Phillipsburg High School in Kansas and graduated in 1933. After graduation, she came back to Catron County and promptly married the love of her life, Wilburn "Bill" William Benton. She out lived Bill who died in 1971. In 1973 she remarried Dr. Floyd W. Best of Albuquerque who had three children, Marilyn, Robert "Bob" and Kathy. She outlived Dr. Best who died in 1982, since then she has been a resident of Albuquerque. Alvera was active in the following organizations: President of Cowbells, Garden Club of Catron County, and the Art League of Albuquerque. Friends may visit Friday, September 10, 2001, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., at French - University. Graveside services will be held Saturday, September 11, 2010, 10:00 a.m., at Sunset Memorial Park 924 Menaul Blvd NE. Please visit our online guestbook for Alvera at
- " BOCK -- John W. Bock, 86, a resident of Midvalley Airpark, Los Lunas, NM, for 30 years, passed away peacefully Monday, September 6, 2010. John was an artist, active in the Belen Art League, an aircraft and glider pilot, and an aircraft designer/builder. John was a WWII Army veteran serving honorably in the European theater with the 82nd Airborne. John was preceded in death by his sister, Frances; and his parents, John and Marie Bock. John was single and is survived by his cousin, Nancy Clauser and husband, Jerry of Mt. Prospect, Illinois. A viewing will be held at the Romero Funeral Home Chapel, 609 N. Main St, in Belen, NM from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. on Friday, September 10, 2010. A graveside service will be held at Terrace Grove Cemetery, 1200 W. Aragon Rd. in Belen, NM, at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 11, 2010. Sign John's online register book at
- " HARTLEY -- Brian Robert Hartley 4/12/1969 - 9/8/2009 One year ago I lost your smile, I lost your big blue eyes, I lost you! I always knew looking back at the tears would make me laugh, but I never knew looking back on the laughs would make me cry! I miss you so much, and will love you forever! Always your "Kyn Kidd"
- " CHAVEZ -- Atalio Chavez, age 94, a lifetime resident of New Mexico and a resident of Belen for over 70 years, passed away on Tuesday, September 7, 2010. After graduating from Belen High School in 1936, he worked at various jobs, including as a delivery and stock boy at Fiel and Ellermyers Department Store, and the Harvey House. In 1942, he went to work for the War Department's Army Air Force until he was drafted into the Army to serve in World War II. He later worked for the US Post Office where he retired on February 28, 1976. He was a dedicated member of the Knights of Columbus, Belen Council, which he joined in November 1951, and served in every local office working his way up through the various State Offices, advancing to the position of State Deputy from 1976 to 1978. Atalio was also a Municipal Judge, a member of Belen's first Hospital Board, a Boy Scout Master for six years, and a member of the Ranchers State Bank Board of Directors. He was a member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church where he served in various positions, including as usher for many years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alfredo and Seferina Romero; and his loving wife of 55 years, Paulita Chavez; daughter, Viola Thompson; son, Daniel Chavez; and his four siblings, Juan Chavez, Esther Guido, Beatrice Lueras, and Audilio Chavez. Atalio is survived by his son, Fil Chavez and his wife, Mary; his granddaughter and caregiver, Barb Chavez; and his other five grandchildren, Sondra Chavez, Tammy Mattics, Teri Haar, Kevin Chavez, and Trent Chavez and their families; his siblings, Syria Burrola, Lucy Martinez, Reina Cain, Clifton Chavez, and Dolores Repik and their families. He also leaves behind many nieces and nephews, including his God-children, Denise Buchner, Kathy Ballestrazze, and Patrick Lueras and their families. A viewing will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, September 10, 2010 at Romero Funeral Home Chapel with a Rosary to be recited at 6:30 p.m. A Final Visitation will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 11, 2010 at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church with a Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. with Father Bijoi Francis officiating. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Belen Memorial Gardens. The family requests that donations be made to Presbyterian Hospice, 8300 Constitution NE, Albuquerque, N.M.
- " GRIEGO -- Carlos Griego passed away Tuesday, September 7, 2010 at his home in Socorro, NM. Carlos was born in Socorro on April 3, 1948 to Elfego and Carolina (Cuellar) Griego. He is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, "mi hija" Dolores Griego of Socorro; his devoted sons, Juan Carlos Griego and wife, Annalisa of Las Cruces, NM; and Miguel Griego of Socorro; two grandchildren, Jayben Espinoza; and Camille Griego; his brothers, Paul Cases and wife, Frances; David Griego and wife, Kathy; Richard Griego and wife, Julie; Elfego Griego Jr.; Levi Griego; Sam Griego; Anthony Griego; and Elmer Griego; his sisters, Ida Ortega; and Geraldine Rael; his aunt, Frances Cuellar; special sister-in-law, Lily Silva; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and nieces. Carlos was a life long resident of Socorro. He was a retired US Postal worker and a member of San Miguel Catholic Church. He was also a Veteran of Vietnam serving with the US Army. Carlos was an avid golfer, winning several local and state wide tournaments. He loved his family and nieces and nephews dearly. A Memorial Rosary will be recited on Saturday, September 11, 2010 at 9:30 a.m. at San Miguel Catholic Church. A Mass of Resurrection will follow at 10:00 a.m. with Father Andy Pavlak as Celebrant. Interment will take place in the San Miguel Catholic Cemetery. Honorary Pallbearers are Darryl Cases, David Griego Jr., Ricky Griego Jr., Daniel Kerr, Ray Gavi, Michael Olguin Jr., Richard G. Garcia, and Elfego Griego Jr. In Lieu of flowers, any memorial contributions can be made to The Socorro High School Golf Team or The Belen High School Golf Team. Those who wish to send condolences may do so at
- " FIELDS -- Gene Fields, 81, a resident of Albuquerque, died Friday, September 3, 2010. He is survived by his son Richard; his two granddaughters, Hillary and Allison; his sister Dolores; and his brother Leslie. Gene was preceded in death by his wife, Pat in 2001. Gene was born in Springfield, MO, to Clarence and Glennie. His dad moved the family to Santa Fe, NM during the depression to ensure a continuing job. Gene's first job was at Pflueger's Shoe Shop in Santa Fe, where he earned money to support his hobbies of stamp and record collecting. He took to the arts and especially to classical music and opera, which he listened to on the radio. He was valedictorian of his Santa Fe High School class and for his test scores he received a national scholarship from Pepsi-Cola which allowed him to graduate in Music from Southern Methodist University. His first job as junior high teacher of music/chorus in Alva Oklahoma was interrupted by the Korean conflict. He was drafted into the Army where he was assigned to and completed Medical Tech School, but at the last second was spared Korea itself due to his typing skills. Reassigned as clerk/typist to a unit going to Europe, he spent a glorious year taking in every orchestra and opera he could get to in Germany and Austria. Discharged as a corporal just prior to his second service anniversary, he continued in the Army Active Reserve (finally discharged as a sergeant) while returning to school to get his Master's in Music from University of New Mexico. He met his wife Pat while he was choir director of St. John's Methodist Church in Santa Fe. Pat was in the choir and while it took him a little time to get up the nerve to ask her out their first date kicked off a whirlwind romance that resulted in him proposing after only two weeks. They married in 1955 and moved to Raton NM where he taught junior high and high school music/chorus, and where his only child Richard was born. Gene returned to school again in 1961 to get his Doctorate in Music Education, also from UNM, and after graduating in 1965 spent the rest of his career as a professor at what is now University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg MO, where he was in charge of teacher certification. He retired back to NM in 1993. He had been active in the choir at First United Methodist Church until his health required a move into Los Colinas Village; while there he led a member's choir, and also joined the senior ministry of Christian Fellowship Church. In 2009 he moved to The Montebello on Academy. Memorial services will be held Sunday, September, 12, 2010, 3:00 p.m., at Christian Fellowship Church, 3901 Claremont Ave NE. Please visit our online guestbook for Gene at
- " GUTIERREZ -- Lucila Gutierrez, 85, a resident of Placitas, NM passed away Sunday, September 5, 2010. She is survived by her daughters, Gabie Saavedra and husband Jose, Juanita Montoya, Sally Law, all of Albuquerque, NM; son Uvaldo Gutierrez of Los Lunas, NM, Flavio Gutierrez of Placitas, NM; 12 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; five brothers; seven sisters; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; and two brothers. A Memorial Service will be held at 7:00 p.m., Friday, September 10, 2010, Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Road Chapel, 4310 Sara Road SE, (inside Vista Verde Memorial Park), Rio Rancho, NM 87124, 505-892-9920. Those who wish to express condolences may do so at
- " GALLEGOS -- Ella B. Ella B. Gallegos In Memorium September 9, 2007 Your warm and tender ways are still thought of and missed so very much. With never-ending Love, Your Family
- " JACKSON -- Tracy (Scott) Jackson passed away unexpectedly and peacefully at her home on Sunday, September 5, 2010. She was a miracle when she came into this world on July 30, 1980. She was six weeks early and weighed only four lbs 11oz. She began her life as a fighter and carried that attitude through her journey. She graduated from Santa Fe High School in 1998 with honors as a Royal Blue and top 50 of her class. She attended NMSU and received a Nursing degree from Santa Fe Community College. She was a Registered Nurse working at the VA Medical Center. She was always the first person to help people in any way. She always put other people before herself. She loved many things like making wedding cakes, weekends at the lake, being outdoors, and she had become an avid huntress. She was so graceful on a water ski, but a true klutz on land. Her greatest joy came from her "bubba love" Daniel Ray Jackson who was also a miracle when she delivered him to us on February 12th of this year. She relayed that he had taught her what it truly meant to love. She taught all of those whom she touched how to love, even more because she made us all better for knowing her. She was married to Matt in April of 2008. The love they shared was truly special and their time together however short was a blessing for him. She will be sorely missed; the world is a lesser place without her. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Donald Scott, Joy Neie and Oliver Neie. She is survived by her husband, Matthew Jackson; son, Daniel Ray Jackson; parents, Michael and Gail Scott; brother, Curtis Scott; nephews, Riley Scott and Dustin Scott; grandmother, Betty Jo Scott; mother-in-law, Clara Jackson; aunts, uncles, cousins, and a multitude of friends that are also considered immediate family. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:30 a.m., Saturday, September 11, 2010, New Life City church, 4830 Pan American Freeway NE, Albuquerque, NM, 505-323-3900. A Celebration of her life will continue at the Scott family's home following the service. In lieu of flowers there will be a scholarship fund established at Bank of America for Daniel. Those who wish to express condolences may do so at:
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