Obituaries

Clara B. Rael, June 29 Samuel Susano Montoya, July 3 Dwight Capshaw Selena Valencia James P. Chavez, 20, June 24 Alice Sookying Cameron, July 1

ALICE SOOKYING CAMERON

In the early morning hours of July 1, 2017, our beloved wife and mother, Alice Sookying Cameron, took flight from this earthly domain, the result of a devastating accident the previous evening.

Born Sook Ying Hew in Seremban, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia, to Father Hew Pin Yooi and Mother Siow Kwin Yin, Alice came to the United States in 1988 to attend college, firmly determined to gain proficiency in English and become a successful and ideal American citizen.

She attended Southeast Missouri State University, transferring to The University of Texas at Austin in 1989, where she met and fell in love with her future husband, James. Alice graduated with a degree in Risk Management Insurance in May, 1991, and married James in June of 1992.

After college, Alice was employed for a time at GPM Life in San Antonio, returning to school to complete requirements for a CPA, which she was awarded in 1995. She worked for several years at Texas Commerce Bank/Chase Bank, before leaving for a career at DataCert, Inc., where she rose from staff accountant to become Controller and Vice President of Global Accounting Services. Alice was recognized as a key resource in the preparation and positioning of the company for its successful sale.

In 2016, after the sale of DataCert, Alice moved to San Francisco-based Innovative Resources, Inc., to assume responsibilities as Controller and Vice President of Accounting. Tasked with quickly turning the company around from an accounting perspective, Alice led the company to stellar public audit results in the Spring of 2017, a success which gave her enormous personal and professional pride. Alice was employed by Innovative at the time of her passing.

Remembered for her great joy, strength of personality, her fealty, loyalty, and inspiration to friends, family, and colleagues, Alice’s sudden passing leaves those who knew her struggling to comprehend.

Surviving Alice, in addition to her parents, are her husband, James Albert Cameron, of Santa Fe, NM, and cherished daughter Audria Hew Cameron of Washington University St. Louis; brother Mike Hew and sister Sharon Hew of Seremban, Malaysia; brothers Jack Hew of Taipei, Taiwan, and Clifford Hew of San Antonio, TX. Alice is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, many of whom will forever cherish the hours of love, attention, and inspiration that she bestowed upon them.

Services will be held 11:00 AM Thursday, July 6, at Rivera Funeral Home, 417 Rodeo Rd, Santa Fe, NM. 87505. Cremation will follow at Rivera Family Funeral Home, 305 Calle Salazar Espanola, NM 87532. Rivera Family Funerals and Cremations 417 East Rodeo Rd. Santa Fe, NM 87505 Phone: (505) 989-7032 riverafamilyfuneralhome.com

CLARA B. RAEL

Our beloved Clara B. Rael passed away on June 29, 2017 surrounded by her loving family. She was a lifelong resident of Santa Fe and grew up on Palace Avenue. Clara was born on November 1, 19** to Oliver and Andreita Holmes. She had a very enjoyable childhood with loving parents and ten brothers and sisters, two of which passed away at a young age. Clara was a waitress at La Posada’s Staab House for 40 years and never missed a day’s work. She was given numerous awards for her exceptional service and years of dedication. She was a beautiful face of Fred’s Famous Flowers. Clara never viewed her job as work, but rather as taking care of her friends. She waited on many tourists and movie stars whom always asked for her by name. Clara enjoyed reading detective stories, watching scary movies, playing slot machines and most of all, spending time with the family. WE will miss her perfect hairdo and nails, her smile, strength, love humor and the songs she sang to us. Clara is preceded in death by her parents; Oliver and Andreita Holmes; brothers, Oliver, Thomas, and Raymond; sisters, Delia, Tessie, and Pauline. Clara is survived by her only son, Gilbert Sr. and wife, (Elizabeth); grandchildren, Leihanne and husband, (Mario Mendiola), Gilbert Jr. and (Chere), David Rael, and Monica Rael; great grandsons, Mario Jr., Abran, Elias, Gilbert the 3rd, and Santiago. Clara is also survived by her brothers; Ernest Holmes (Mary) and Gilbert Holmes; sister-in-laws, Pauline Holmes, Peggy Holmes and Esco Holmes; brother-in-law, Adelaido Ortega, as well as many other family members and friends who loved and will miss her dearly.

Pallbearers are: Gilbert Rael Jr., David Rael, Mario Mendiola Sr., Abran Mendiola, Ronell Holmes. Honorary Pallbearers: Elias Mendiola, Leroy Holmes.

Visitation will be held Thursday, July 6, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. with the recitation of the Holy Rosary to follow at 7:00 p.m. at St. Anne Catholic Church, 511 Alicia. The Funeral Mass will take place on Friday, July 7, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. also at St. Anne Catholic Church, 511 Alicia. Interment will follow at Rosario Cemetery, 499 N. Guadalupe St, and a reception immediately following at St. Anne Parish Hall. Arrangements entrusted to: RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF SANTA FE 3232 Cerrillos Road (505) 395-9150

JAMES PATRICK CHAVEZ 1996 - 2017

James P. Chavez, 20, passed away on June 24, 2017 just shy of his 21st birthday. He was born June 27, 1996 to his loving parents, Josie Roybal, and James R. Chavez.

James is preceded in death by his father, James R. Chavez; grandmothers,

Lorraine M. Roybal, and Maclovia Archuleta; grandfathers, Amadeo Archuleta, Ramon Chavez, and Lawrence Lovato, Sr.; and his very special pet, Blue.

James is survived by his mom, Josie Roybal (and Josie’s partner, Lawrence Lovato); siblings, Brianna Chavez, Kayla Lovato, Santiego Chavez, Jade Chavez, and Khloe Chavez; grandfathers, Rumaldo J. Roybal, and Pat R. Jimenez; godparents, Gabe and John Keller; girlfriend, Mari Smith; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

As a glass tech for ASAP Autoglass and Detailing, James was able to incorporate his love for cars into his daily life (as well as riding ATVs, and racing cars). He also loved working out and trained at Atrisco Boxing Club. His friends held a special place in his heart and he loved hanging out with them.

A visitation and rosary will be held for James at Berardinelli Funeral Home on Thursday, July 6, 2017 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be at the Cathedral Basilica of St Francis of Assisi on Friday, July 7, 2017 at 10:00 am followed by interment at the Santa Fe Memorial Gardens.

Pallbearers will be Enrique Roybal, Diego Bachicha, Derrick Quintana, Adrian Montoya Jr., Angelo Archuleta, Ricky Archuleta, and Christopher Martinez. Honorary Pallbearers will be Ashly Reed, Renee Montoya, Amanda Montoya, Angelica Roybal, Holly Ortiz, Loren Bachicha, Raquel Archuleta, Kirsten Martinez, Andres Torres, Mario Torres, Adrian Cortes, Armando Jimenez, and Charlie Jimenez. Berardinelli Family Funeral Service 1399 Luisa Street Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505) 984-8600 Please sign our guestbook for the family at: www.berardinellifuneralhome.com

SAMUEL S. MONTOYA

Samuel Susano Montoya was born on August 11, 1932 in Santa Cruz, NM, son of Procopio and Teresita Montoya; he danced into Jesus’ waiting arms on July 3, 2017. He was preceded in death by his parents, Procopio & Teresita Montoya; his in-laws, Sabino & Lupita Madril; and his sister and brothers, Philomena Romero, Willie & Eppie Montoya. Raised in La Puebla, Sam joined the Army as a corporal after graduating from Santa Cruz High School. Upon his honorable discharge from the Korean War in, Sam began his education in engineering. Josie Madril from Duran, NM, married Sam on July 23, 1955; this July 23rd marks 62 years of marriage! After earning his B.S. in Biology from St. Michael’s College, Sam became a Professional Surveyor for the State of New Mexico for 25 years, retiring at 50. He embarked on a second “career” dabbling in real estate and helping friends and neighbors with his multiple skills, assisting with surveying and helping families resolve land issues. He was an advocate of the good oldfashioned barter system. Sam was a faithful member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Santa Fe, a member of V.F.W and B.P.O.E. (Elks) and an avid bowler. Sam had a natural social ability to meet people and make them feel special. He is survived by his beautiful wife Josie, his brothers, Joe and John Montoya, his children, Lynette Montoya and husband Jimmy Valdez and Fiance Elizabeth Brug, Randy Montoya, Suzette Sornborger and husband Jon, Julie Capistran; eleven grandchildren, Jimmy and John Valdez, Alex and Nicolas Montoya Valdez, Isaac, Hannah and Aaron Sornborger, Juliana and David Capistran, Natasha and Tatiana Montoya, and great-granddaughters Lily and Rosie Valdez and Margaret Clare Montoya-Valdez.

A Rosary will be held on Thursday, July 6, 2017 at 7pm at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Santa Fe. The Funeral will also be held there on Friday, July 7, 2017 at 11am. Full military interment will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to the St. John the Baptist Soup Kitchen. Rivera Family Funerals and Cremations 417 East Rodeo Rd. Santa Fe, NM 87505 Phone: (505) 989-7032 riverafamilyfuneralhome.com