B-2
LOCAL & REGION
THE NEW MEXICAN Friday, January 10, 2014
Giffords keeps door open for return to public office Ex-lawmaker marks third anniversary of being shot in head
Funeral services and memorials WALDO BACA SR.
5 YEAR ANNIVERSARY JANUARY 10TH 2009 ~ 2014
New Mexican wire services
LOS ANGELES — Gabrielle Giffords, who gave up her Arizona seat in Congress after she was critically shot in the head three years ago, said Thursday that she might consider a return to public office. Giffords, whose recovery from the assassination attempt has riveted the nation, left the door open to a return to office in an interview with NBC’s Today show cohost Savannah Guthrie. Asked whether she would consider returning to public office, Giffords, 43, replied: “A little bit later, a little bit later,” adding, “maybe, maybe.” Giffords’s remarks came as
In brief
Man sentenced in child porn case
A federal judge on Thursday sentenced a 40-year-old nonNative resident of Pojoaque Pueblo to prison for a child pornography conviction. The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Albuquerque said Johncarlos Ortiz was sentenced to five years in prison followed by 15 years of supervised release. He also will be required to register as a sex offender and pay $500 in restitution to the child victim identified in the case. Authorities arrested Ortiz in September 2012 on a criminal complaint alleging he possessed and distributed child pornography at his residence at Pojoaque Pueblo. A news release said the investigation began in July 2012 after the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children received information that images consistent with child pornography had been posted on a social networking site and relayed the information to the New Mexico Attorney General’s Office. After that agency and the New Mexico Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force informed the FBI that the images were posted using an email account that Ortiz had subscribed to, the FBI executed a federal search warrant at
Former Arizona congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords waves and says ‘it was wonderful’ as she describes her skydiving experience Wednesday marking the three-year anniversary of being shot. ROSS D. FRANKLIN/THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
she commemorated the anniversary of the 2011 shooting in a parking lot outside a grocery store in Tucson. Giffords, who was barely alive after the shooting, began a long and slow recovery and
rehabilitation process that captivated the nation with her efforts to regain speech and her life. She said she’s making slow progress and wants to work on her Spanish and resume playing the French horn.
Ortiz’s residence and seized a computer and a computer flash drive, the release states. On Aug. 1, 2013, Ortiz pleaded guilty to a felony charge of receipt of a visual depiction of a minor engaged in sexually explicit content.
2013, a 20 percent increase. A police spokeswoman attributed that increase to officers charging repeat shoplifters with commercial burglary, which carries a more severe punishment.
Property crime levels fall in 2013 The Santa Fe Police Department reported a record low number of property crimes in 2013. In the city, there were 1,603 reported cases of unlawful entry and residential, commercial, auto and attempted burglary, down 17 percent from 2012, when there were 1,930 such cases. The previous low was 1,742 in 1999. Property crimes in September and October 2013 were higher than the same months in 2012, but the department attributed the uptick to a few high-profile offenders who were later recaptured. In December, there were 110 cases of property crime, a 32 percent decline from December 2012’s 162 reported cases. The month with the fewest property crimes was April, when there were 88 reported. Residential, automobile and attempted burglary numbers were all down from 2012’s totals. There was an increase in unlawful entry in 2013 — 16 compared with 12 in 2012. Commercial burglary also was up, from 186 in 2012 to 223 in
Police, FBI seek bank robber The FBI reported that a masked man robbed the New Mexico Bank and Trust, 1549 Paseo de Peralta, late Wednesday afternoon. The FBI and the Santa Fe Police Department are looking for a man they described as between 5-foot-8 and 6 feet tall, stocky and between 35 and 40. The FBI said the suspect wore a gray, hooded sweater, a white surgical mask and dark pants and shoes. The FBI stated in a news release that the man walked into the bank at 5 p.m. Wednesday. He then handed the teller a note that demanded money. It’s unclear whether he had a gun. The teller gave the man an undisclosed amount of money, and the FBI said he then left the bank on foot. The FBI and the police department have asked that anyone with information about the robbery call the FBI office at 889-1300 or local authorities at 428-3710. The FBI is offering a $1,000 reward for information leading to the suspect’s arrest and conviction. The New Mexican
It’s been five years since you’ve been gone. Your pictures and stories are all we have to go on. You’re in our thoughts, our hearts, and prayers. We miss you so much. We’ll see you in our dreams. Rest Dad and continue to watch and guide us from Heaven. With love from the whole family. A five year anniversary Mass will be held at the Santaurio of Our Lady of Guadalupe at Noon on January 12th, 2014.
CHARISSA H. KERRISKLOPEZ
victim also said she believes the suspect had robbed her house twice before. The Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the following reports: u Someone entered a shed on Entrada Bonita and stole several power tools between Dec. 27 and Tuesday. u County deputies arrested Crystal Griego, 28, of Santa Fe on a charge of battery against a household member following a domestic dispute Wednesday in the 4900 block of Agua Fría Street. u A man reported that someone stole his $1,300 laptop computer from his home on Rudolfo Road sometime Wednesday. He told deputies that he suspected the people who had delivered a pool table earlier in the day.
Died on Tuesday, December 31, 2013 in Carlsbad, NM. Charissa was born in Albuquerque, NM on May 20, 1979. She lived in Santa Fe, NM and graduated from Capital High School in 1997. She lived in Albuquerque, NM from 1997 to 2013 when she moved to Carlsbad, NM. Charissa is survived by her parents, Jerry and Barbara Kerrisk, Santa Fe, NM; her sister Jillian Kerrisk, Miami, FL; her daughter Dakoda Crawford, Albuquerque, NM; Dennis and Shirley Kerrisk, Dacono, CO; and various cousins. A private memorial service will be held. KERRY EVAN LEWIS 1-10-88 ~ 7-10-09
DWI arrests u County deputies arrested Max Lucero, 50, of Ilfeld sometime Wednesday after observing him weave in and out of traffic on Interstate 25. Lucero, who failed field-sobriety tests, admitted he drank alcohol before driving, the report said. u City officers arrested Jena Braziel, 23, 5 Camino Serpiente, on charges of drunken driving
and resisting or obstructing a police officer after she ran a stop sign at Camino de las Crucitas and Alamo Drive at 4:42 a.m. Tuesday. She later was charged with one count of possession of a controlled substance.
Speed SUVs u Mobile speed-enforcement vehicles currently aren’t in use as the city renegotiates its contract with Redflex Traffic Systems.
Help lines Esperanza Shelter for Battered Families hotline: 800-473-5220 St. Elizabeth Shelter for men, women and children: 982-6611 Interfaith Community Shelter: 795-7494 New Mexico suicide prevention hotline: 866-4357166 Solace Crisis Treatment Center: 986-9111, 800-7217273 or TTY 471-1624 Youth Emergency Shelter/ Youth Shelters: 438-0502 Police and fire emergency: 911 Graffiti hotline: 955-CALL (2255)
90, Resident of Santa Fe passed away on January 6, 2014 due to a long battle with cancer. She was born on August 26, 1923 in Alameda, NM to Adelida and Emiliano Saiz. She was married for 65 years to Placido Ortiz. She was a homemaker and co-business owner of Chavez Place Apartments along with her husband. She was preceded in death by her husband, Placido Ortiz, sisters: Piedad Sandoval (Joe), Margaret Baca (Amado), Louise Alvarado, Della Montoya, Vita Chavez (Presciliano), son, Andrew Ortiz, brother in law, Tom Baca. She is survived by her sons: Ralph Ortiz (Rosemarie Leigh) of Santa Fe, Michael Ortiz (Gloria) of Los Lunas, daughters: Charlene Ortiz, Angela Ortiz Flores (Glenn/Billy), grandchildren: Kenneth Segura (Kathleen),Chad (Kris), Desiree (Sean), Mario (Kristen), Anna (Charles), Nicolas, Matthew, Jordan, Jarrod, Alexandra, Juanita, great grandchildren: Maya, Aaron, Marcus, Bisha, Teagan, Emily, brother, Emiliano Saiz Jr. (Theresa) of Corrales, sister, Edna Baca, brother in law, Johnny Alvarado both of Albuquerque. Thank you to Ambercare Hospice team, Christus St. Vincent’s staff, Father Adam Ortega y Ortiz and Father Daniel Balizan, Maru Sharber, Kay Whetham, Mercedez Diener, Genevieve Armijo, and numerous supportive family and friends. Memorial Contributions may be made to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Monestary (Santa Fe). Pallbearers will be: Ralph Ortiz, Michael Ortiz, Mario Ortiz, Chad Ortiz, Nicolas Flores and Matthew Flores. A Rosary will be held on Thursday, January 9, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. at Santa Maria de La Paz. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, January 10, 2014 at 12 p.m. at Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis de Assisi. A private burial will be held at a later date.
Rivera Family Funerals and Cremations 417 East Rodeo Rd. Santa Fe, NM 87505 Phone: (505) 989-7032 Fax: (505) 820-0435 santafefuneraloption.com
RAMON GARCIA 1932 - 2014
Police notes The Santa Fe Police Department is investigating the following reports: u Someone tried to steal three power breaker boxes and a pump motor near Cerro Gordo and Canyon roads, but a security guard foiled the attempted theft. The property was recovered, but the identity of the suspect was not released. u A Gerber knife was stolen from a home in the 3200 block of Nizhoni Drive between 6:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. Monday. u A man reported that someone stole a 9 mm handgun from his unlocked car parked at La Choza, 905 Alarid St., between 11:30 a.m. and 12:20 p.m. u Someone stole a wooden gate worth $300 from a home in the 200 block of Irvine Street sometime Wednesday. u City officers arrested Filiverto Ruiz Jr., 26, of Santa Fe at 8:43 a.m. Wednesday on a charge of battery against a household member after he allegedly pushed someone in the 3900 block of Rufina Street. Officers said Ruiz’s push caused injury to the victim’s head. u A woman reported that someone broke into her home in the 1800 block of Agua Fría Street and stole a 42-inch TV and money between 7:45 a.m. and 5:50 p.m. Wednesday. The
CHARLOTTE SAIZ ORTIZ
Blessings for Kerbear, UNM Engineering student, killed by betrayal and corruption, but sharing life with 7 lucky recipients. We celebrate, love, and thank you - wish you could’ve stayed longer! KERRY LIVES
THE REVEREND JOSEPH ERLE OSBORNE III The Reverend Joseph Erle Osborne lll, 89, died January 4. Memorial Service 2p.m. Saturday,January 11th, Trinity Episcopal Church. 310 E. Noble, Guthrie , Ok. Obituary: www.smithgallo.com
Born in Nambe, NM on August 7, 1932 and a resident of Santa Fe passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family. Ramon was preceded in death by his wife Rosina, son Robert, parents Damian and Rosina Garcia, step mother Della Salazar, brother Carlos Ortiz, sisters Miranda Valdez, Rojin Rollins, brother-inlaws Eloy Valdez, Arturo Espinoza, Freddie Espinoza, Juan Nieto, Marino Leyba, sonin-law Virgil Garcia and many other loving relatives. Ramon is survived by his five children; Michael Garcia (Pamela), Teresa, Lorraine, Bernice and Joyce Garcia; he is also survived by seven grandchildren, John Frank, Jennifer, Jose, Daniel, Tanya, Eric, Adrian, nine great-grandchildren and close special friends Tim Sena and Andy Romero. Ramon is also survived by his seven siblings Flavio Garcia (Helen), Cedelia Martinez (Gerard) of Albuquerque. Cecilia Roybal (David), Manuel Carrillo (Elda) of Washington, Darlene Portillo (Jesus) and Susan Virgen (Raul) of Aurora, Illinois and Brian Salazar of Cerro, NM. Rosary will be held January 10th at 7 p.m. at St. Anne’s Catholic Church located at 505 Alicia Street in Santa Fe. Funeral mass will be celebrated January 11th at 9 a.m. at St. Anne’s Church. GILBERT JUAN MARQUEZ 3/13/43 - 1/14/11 It’s hard to believe that it’s been three years since I’ve seen you. Not a day goes by that I don’t think of you and remember the things we did and the places we went together. I miss your voice, your strength, your smile, your touch and how you would make me laugh so hard that I would cry from laughing so much. My life has changed since you’ve been gone. I miss you so much, more and more each day. I was so lucky to have you in my life. God truly blessed me with you. I know you are in a beautiful place and are at peace, happy and no longer suffering, but it doesn’t get any easier. What keeps me going is that when the Lord comes for me we will be together forever. I know Heaven is your home and you are watching over me, our children and our grandchildren. You are my life, my everything and forever the love of my life. ’Til I see you again, I love you with all my heart. Anita A Three Year Anniversary Mass will be held on Saturday, January 11 at 5:30 pm at Santa Maria de la Paz Catholic Church
Celebrate the memory of your loved one with a memorial in The Santa Fe New Mexican
Call 986-3000