Cope Memorial Chapel Gallup Obituaries

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Cope Memorial Chapel Gallup is a trusted and respected funeral home located in the heart of Gallup, New Mexico. With a rich history and a commitment to providing exceptional service, this funeral home has been serving the community for many years. At 1830 Barbara Avenue, Gallup, NM, 87301, Cope Memorial Chapel Gallup is easily accessible and conveniently located for families in need of their services.

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Marie Celina Toivanen - July 02, 1939 - April 25, 2022

Departed: 04/25/2022 (Gallup)

Obituary Preview: Marie “Celina” Garcia Toivanen passed away on April 25, 2022.

She was born in the small village of San Jose, New Mexico on July 2, 1939 to Frutoso and Magdalena (Gallegos) Garcia.  Throughout childhood, Marie wanted to be a teacher.  She would gather the kids in San Jose and teach them lessons in various subjects. Some of her peers remember this and have thanked her for those lessons.

Marie attended elementary school in San Jose and graduated from Las Vegas Robertson High School.  She received her BA and MA degrees from New Mexico Highlands University.  She did post-graduate work at UNM and NMSU.  After graduating from Highlands, she moved to Grants, New Mexico to commence a teaching career that lasted 48 years. She taught at Sierra Vista, Mesa View, St. Teresa of Avila and Mt Taylor Schools.  Her favorite subject to teach was reading.  She was an excellent reading teacher, and she loved children.  Many former students have fond memories of Ms. Toivanen.  Marie was a member of Delta Kappa Gamma (Psi Chapter), life member of the National Education Association, American Federation of Teachers, International Reading Association, Grants Cibola County Association of Educational Retirees, and New Mexico Retired Teachers Assoc. Marie received the St. Jerome medal for Outstanding Catholic School Teacher in 2002.  She was named to Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers by one of her former students. She was a Ham Radio Operator and was a member of the Upper Rio FM Society.

Marie was the keeper of the family memories, and she was considered the family historian. She had a great sense of humor, and would recall many of her childhood antics, making everybody laugh.  Marie had an excellent command of the Spanish language and was often called upon to translate for many people and businesses in different situations.  She was very proud of the fact that she alone raised her two children and made sure they both acquired a college education.  She is survived by her son Dwayne Toivanen and wife Marlene of Grants, NM, and her daughter Aili Toivanen and partner Frank Jaramillo of Houston, TX.  She is also survived by her beautiful grandchildren that she adored:  Aleena Macumber, Jacob Macumber, Nathan Conway, Olivia Marie Toivanen and Ava Aili Toivanen. She is  survived by her siblings:  Joe D. Garcia, Jerry Garcia and wife Frances of Grants,  sister-in-law  Elia McComie of Washington, D. C., special nephew Marvin Bustos and partner Marcella; her special nieces:  Ruth Hambright,  Dorothy Otero and Debra Estrada as well as by many other wonderful nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers Jose F. Garcia, Jimmy Garcia and Ray Garcia; sister Bella Garcia; sisters-in-law Francis Garcia, Vera Garcia and Isabel Garcia; and nieces Donna Garcia and Sally Montoya.  A Rosary Service will be held Tuesday, May 3, 2022 at 7:00 PM at St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at 10:00 AM followed by interment at Grants Memorial Park at Noon.  A reception will be held at the Knights of Columbus following the internment.

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Hawk Lewis Newton Begay - Unknown - April 24, 2022

Departed: 04/24/2022 (Gallup)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Hawk Lewis Newton Begay.

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Christina Marie Diaz - June 04, 1968 - April 24, 2022

Departed: 04/24/2022 (Gallup)

Obituary Preview: Christina Marie Diaz, 53, was born June 04, 1968, in Gallup, New Mexico. She Passed away on April 24, 2022, in Gallup, New Mexico. Christina graduated from Gallup High School, Then Went on to receive her Associates in Health Information Management from The University Of New Mexico in Gallup. She was Employed at Rehoboth McKinley Christian Hospital for 30 years as the Associate Director of H.I.M. She also loved to serve food and give clothing items to "My special people".

Diaz is survived by her Partner: Felix Lujan, Gallup, NM. Her Mother: Carmen Diaz, Gallup, NM. Her Brother: Joseph C. Diaz, Gallup, NM. Nephew: Josiah Diaz, Gallup, NM.

She is Proceeded in death by her father: Joseph Diaz Sr., Godfather: Joe Vargas.  Maternal Grandparents: Guadalupe Vargas Sr and Clara Vargas. Paternal Grandparents: Martin Diaz Sr. and Lola Diaz. Several Uncles and Aunts.

A Rosary will be recited on Saturday April 30, 2022, at 9:30 AM at St Francis of Assisi Church in Gallup, New Mexico. A Mass Will be Celebrated following the rosary at 10:00 AM by Reverend Josh Mayer. With Internment to follow at Sunset Memorial Park in Gallup.

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Tyler Lewis Charley - October 13, 1993 - April 22, 2022

Departed: 04/22/2022 (Gallup)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Tyler Lewis Charley.

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Edison Yazzie - March 23, 1985 - April 21, 2022

Departed: 04/21/2022 (Gallup)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Edison Yazzie.

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Dorothy M Vandasy - July 10, 1929 - April 17, 2022

Departed: 04/17/2022 (Gallup)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Dorothy M Vandasy.

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Albert Blea - May 04, 1947 - April 15, 2022

Departed: 04/15/2022 (Gallup)

Obituary Preview: Albert Blea,74 of Grants passed on April 15, 2022. Mr. Blea was born May 4, 1947 to Jesus and Alvina Blea in Albuquerque,NM. He was survived by his loving wife of 52 years June Blea and two daughters Jamie and (Fred) Warr and Kelie and (Chris) Mirabal. His brother Robert Blea and his wife Alice of Colorado Springs, Co. His sister Teresa Blea and Herman Vialpando of Bernalillo, NM and sister Jo Ann Polinski and husband Joseph of Spring Lake, North Carolina. Grandchildren Mitchell and Trevor Warr and Riane, Liam and Peyton Mirabal. In-laws Gloria and Gerry Weddle and Sally Zamora Tim and Denise Lujan, Jill Lujan, Troy and Walter Sarracino, Patricia and Jo Romansky. Further survived by many nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. He is Preceded in death by his Parents Jesus and Alvina Blea. Albert Blea was a proud Vietnam Veteran. He worked for over 30 years in telecommunications. He retired from the telephone company and then became a Cibola County School Bus driver for over ten years and was an owner of JJ’s Snack Shack at NMSU-Grants Branch for eleven years. Albert’s proudest accomplishments were his time in Vietnam as a load-master for the Air Force, being a husband, father and grandpa. People will remember his many great stories, his graceful dance abilities which he shared with his wife and his pride in his daughters, son-in-laws and grandchildren. He enjoyed reading, welding art pieces for his wife June, telling fantastic stories about Vietnam, his father and the history of Grants, and making the best red chile in the Blea and Sanchez family. He was devoted to his faith and family. He will be deeply missed by his friends, family, and all who knew him. On Friday April 22, 2022 at St. Teresa Of Avila Catholic Church a Rosary will be recited at 9:30 AM, Then at 10:00AM a Mass will be celebrated by Deacon Timo Lujan. VFW Post #3221 will be providing Military Honors. The Internment will take place on Friday July 15, 2022 at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30PM. Honorary Pallbearers will be His Grandchildren Riane Mirabal, Liam Mirabal, Peyton Mirabal,Trevor Warr and Mitchell Warr. Cope Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements

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Kee Goonie - March 11, 1944 - April 13, 2022

Departed: 04/13/2022 (Gallup)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Kee Goonie.

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Tyrell James Rose - April 01, 1984 - April 08, 2022

Departed: 04/08/2022 (Gallup)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Tyrell James Rose.

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Bonita Lee Bill - July 27, 1958 - April 06, 2022

Departed: 04/06/2022 (Gallup)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Bonita Lee Bill.

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Michael H Begay - December 12, 1971 - April 05, 2022

Departed: 04/05/2022 (Gallup)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Michael H Begay.

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Thomascita Yazzie - Unknown - April 02, 2022

Departed: 04/02/2022 (Gallup)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Thomascita Yazzie.

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Maybelle Jones - Unknown - April 01, 2022

Departed: 04/01/2022 (Gallup)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Maybelle Jones.

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Linda Denetclaw Begay - Unknown - March 23, 2022

Departed: 03/23/2022 (Gallup)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Linda Denetclaw Begay.

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Minnie Marie Gonzales - March 10, 1952 - March 16, 2022

Departed: 03/16/2022 (Gallup)

Obituary Preview: Minnie Marie Gonzales passed away on March 16, 2022 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, she was 70 years of age. She was born on March 10, 1952 in Vadito, New Mexico.

Mrs. Gonzales was a devoted member of St. Vivian’s Catholic Church. She worked as a cook for the Midwest New Mexico CAP-Grants Headstart program. Her family will remember her love and will cherish all of the time they spent together. She was deeply loved and will be missed.

She is survived by three sons; Eddie Gonzales Sr. and his wife Gloria. Timmy Gonzales and his wife Antoinette Sanchez-Gonzales. David Gonzales and his fiancé Anna Hardy. 13 grandchildren; Naomie, Eddie Jr., Trey, Sylvan, Anthony, Celeste, Davin, Dawson, Marcus, Nicholas, Christan, Matthew, and Travis. Three great-grandchildren; Isaiah, Natalie, and Kai. Her sister; Marvella Gonzales and her husband Felix. Her Brother in-laws; Florencio Gonzales and his wife; Isabel. Thomas Gonzales and his wife Juanita. And Gene Chavez. Along with numerous other nephews, nieces, and God-children that also survive her.

She was preceded in death by her husband Eloy Gonzales Jr. A son; Norman Gonzales. Her parents; Frutoso and Rufina Martinez. A brother; Gilbert Martinez. A sister; Christine Martinez. Her in-laws; Eloy Sr. and Onecima Gonzales. Brother in-law; Jerry Gonzales. Sister in-law; Diana Chavez. Two nephews; Jerry Gonzales, Mickey Gonzales and his wife Mary Ellen and baby Justin.

On Tuesday March 22, 2022 at St. Vivian’s Catholic Church in Milan, a viewing will be begin at 6:00 PM then a Rosary will be recited at 700 PM. On Wednesday March 23, 2022 also at St. Vivian’s Catholic Church a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 am by Father John Paul Sauter. Interment will follow at Grants Memorial Park.

Pallbearers include; Eddie Gonzales Sr., Timmy Gonzales, David Gonzales, Marcus Gonzales, Anthony Gonzales, and Eddie Gonzales Jr.

Honorary Pallbearers include; Naomie, Marcus, Nicholas, Isaiah, Natalie, Celeste, Danielle, Brandon, Trey, Sylvan, Delany, Kiana, Aaliyah, Felix, Vivian, Jason, Josh, Samantha, Tiffany, Tieyerra, Gilbert Jr., Gilbert, Matthew, Christan, Mattea, and Kai.

Cope Memorial Chapel of Gallup is entrusted with arrangements.

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Timothy N. Jaure - February 25, 1952 - March 13, 2022

Departed: 03/13/2022 (Gallup)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Timothy N. Jaure.

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Quintania Verlencia Henry - Unknown - March 07, 2022

Departed: 03/07/2022 (Gallup)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Quintania Verlencia Henry.

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Mary Lou Isabel Martinez - June 17, 1940 - February 28, 2022

Departed: 02/28/2022 (Gallup)

Obituary Preview: Mary Lou Isabel Martinez passed away on Monday February 28, 2022 in Gallup, New Mexico. She was 81 years of age. She was born on June 17, 1940 in Gallup, New Mexico.

Mrs. Martinez enjoyed the Casino and Bingo. She was a well-known cook, especially for her tamales. She loved to travel. Her family will cherish all the family gatherings, where they were able to spend time together. She was loved and will be deeply missed.

She is survived by her children; Andrew Martinez and his wife Margaret, Vivian Martinez, Christopher R. Martinez and his wife Antonette, Barbara Martinez and her spouse Michael Frazier, Deborah Martinez and her spouse John Torrez, Andrea Martinez, Michael Martinez and his wife Rachel, and Martina Martinez and her spouse Luis Granados, Luis Vega, David Garcia, and Esther Martinez. 24 Grandchildren and 40 great-grandchildren. Her siblings; Sylvester DeLaO and his wife Patricia, and Ernestina James and her husband Mike. Along with numerous other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband; Martin Martinez. Her parents; Sylvester and Cruzita DeLaO. Two grandsons; Joseph Gonzalez and Julian Martinez. Her siblings; Baby DeLaO, Frances Munoz, George DeLaO, Joe DeLaO, Amada Morris, Eloisa Sotelo, Lupe DeLaO, Louis DeLaO, Sally Barraza.

A Memorial Mass will be held on Friday March 11, 2022 at 9:30 AM, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church.

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Dorothy Bitsilly - September 28, 1928 - February 23, 2022

Departed: 02/23/2022 (Gallup)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Dorothy Bitsilly.

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Donald Troy Ray - Unknown - February 18, 2022

Departed: 02/18/2022 (Gallup)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Donald Troy Ray.

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Abraham Bochinclonny - July 30, 1962 - February 18, 2022

Departed: 02/18/2022 (Gallup)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Abraham Bochinclonny.

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Judith Eadeh - January 19, 1945 - February 16, 2022

Departed: 02/16/2022 (Gallup)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Judith Eadeh.

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Ringo Vanwinkle - Unknown - February 16, 2022

Departed: 02/16/2022 (Gallup)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Ringo Vanwinkle.

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Zuni 2022 - Unknown - February 01, 2022

Departed: 02/01/2022 (Gallup)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Zuni 2022.

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Aldren Lee Chapo - Unknown - January 30, 2022

Departed: 01/30/2022 (Gallup)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Aldren Lee Chapo.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It may also include information about their surviving family members, funeral or memorial services, and any charitable donations in lieu of flowers.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to inform friends, family, and community members of a person's passing, allowing them to pay their respects and offer condolences. They also provide a sense of closure and help to celebrate the life of the deceased.

Who typically writes an obituary?

The task of writing an obituary usually falls to the family members or close friends of the deceased. In some cases, a funeral home or crematorium may assist with writing the obituary.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary includes the person's name, age, date of birth and death, occupation, education, military service, hobbies, and surviving family members. It may also include information about funeral or memorial services, burial arrangements, and any charitable donations in lieu of flowers.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication or online platform it will be published in. Generally, it should be concise and to the point, ranging from 100 to 500 words.

What is the difference between an obituary and a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of a person's passing, usually including only the basic facts such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary, on the other hand, provides more detailed information about the person's life and legacy.

Can I include photos or other multimedia in an obituary?

Yes, many online obituary platforms allow you to upload photos, videos, or audio recordings to accompany the written tribute. This can help to make the obituary more personal and engaging.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper or online platform?

The submission process varies depending on the publication or platform. Typically, you will need to contact the obituary department directly or use an online submission form. Be sure to check their guidelines for word count, formatting, and deadlines.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost of publishing an obituary varies widely depending on the publication or platform. Some newspapers charge by the word or line, while others offer package deals or flat fees. Online platforms may offer free or low-cost options.

Can I write my own obituary?

Yes, it is becoming increasingly common for people to write their own obituaries before they pass away. This can be a therapeutic exercise and ensure that your life story is told in your own words.

What if I don't want an obituary published?

If you do not want an obituary published, you should make your wishes clear to your family members or executor. They can respect your request and opt out of publishing an obituary.

Can I edit or update an obituary after it's been published?

In most cases, it is possible to make corrections or updates to an obituary after it has been published. However, this may depend on the publication or platform's policies.

How long are obituaries kept online?

The length of time an obituary remains online varies depending on the platform or publication. Some websites keep archives indefinitely, while others may remove them after a certain period.

Can I share an obituary on social media?

Yes, many online obituary platforms allow you to share the tribute on social media sites like Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn.

What is a living obituary?

A living obituary is a biographical sketch written about someone who is still alive. It can be used as a way to celebrate their life achievements and milestones while they are still with us.

Can I include humor in an obituary?

Yes, it's perfectly acceptable to inject some humor into an obituary if it reflects the personality of the deceased. A well-placed anecdote or witty remark can help to celebrate their life and bring comfort to those who are grieving.

How do I find old obituaries?

You can search for old obituaries through online archives, libraries, or genealogy websites. Many newspapers also maintain archives of past issues that can be searched digitally or in print.

Can I write an obituary for a pet?

Yes, many people choose to write tributes for their beloved pets when they pass away. These can be shared online or in local pet-related publications.

What is the purpose of an obituary poem or quote?

An obituary poem or quote serves as a way to add emotional depth and meaning to the tribute. It can express feelings of love, loss, and remembrance in a unique and powerful way.

Can I include funeral details in an online obituary?

Yes, online obituaries often include information about funeral services, visitation hours, and burial arrangements. This helps friends and family members stay informed and plan their attendance accordingly.

How do I notify friends and family about an upcoming funeral service?

In addition to publishing an obituary, you can notify friends and family about upcoming funeral services through social media announcements, email notifications, or personal phone calls.

What is the role of an obituary in the grieving process?

An obituary plays a significant role in the grieving process by providing a sense of closure and allowing loved ones to begin processing their emotions. It also serves as a way to honor the deceased and celebrate their life.

Can I create a memorial website instead of publishing an obituary?

Yes, memorial websites offer a digital space where friends and family can share memories, photos, and condolences. They can serve as a permanent tribute to the deceased and provide ongoing support for those who are grieving.

How do I handle errors or inaccuracies in an already-published obituary?

If you discover errors or inaccuracies in an already-published obituary, contact the publication or platform immediately to report the mistake. They will work with you to correct it as soon as possible.