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MAY, CYNTHIA XENELLE Died on 16 May 2013. Cynthia was born 19 January 1936, in Stillwater, Oklahoma, to E.X. and Marie (Ames) Burns, who have preceded her in death. She was the oldest of three children. Cynthia's father was a civil engineer, and the family lived in several different cities in Oklahoma, as well as Amarillo, Texas, where she graduated from high school. In 1956, Cynthia followed her parents to Albuquerque. Cynthia's work years included 15 years in the broadcasting/advertising field, 26 years as a civil service employee for the United States Air Force, and several years at Valley Christian Church. In 1958, Cynthia married Floyd Spires, and they had two daughters. He died in 1966. In 1974, she married Edward May, and they combined her two daughters and his daughter and son into one family. Even though they had no children of their own, they happily shared their nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Cynthia's hobby was genealogy, and she enjoyed planning family reunions and compiling genealogies on the Ames, Shreck, Burns, Spires, May, and Page families. She was a member of the New Mexico Genealogical Society. Cynthia was a charter member of Valley Christian Church. Survivors include her husband, Edward May; her daughters, Bethamy and her husband Randall Barringer, Mary Jane and her husband Donald Wetterman; Ed's daughter and son, Angela Dunn and Edward May II. In addition to their grandchildren, she will be missed by many cousins and her sister, Helen Griffith and brother Rex Burns. Memorial Service will be held Tuesday, 21st of May at Valley Christian Church. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Valley Christian Church, 2850 Gun Club Road SW, Albuquerque NM 87105. The family is grateful to family, friends, and Hospice, who provided loving care.
Published on: Mon May 20, 2013
MENDENHALL, HERBERT EARL Age 90, a resident of Albuquerque since 1970, died Thursday, May 16, 2013. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Zola M. Mendenhall of Albuquerque, NM; son Mark Charles Mendenhall and wife Louise of CA; two grandchildren, David Mendenhall and wife, Jessica and Brian Mendenhall and his wife, Jennifer; one great-granddaughter, Blake; and many friends. Herb was preceded in death by his parents Herbert Earl and Sarah Mendenhall and one son Richard Hathaway Mendenhall. Herb was born in 1923 in Pennsylvania. After graduating high school, he attended one year at Westchester State teachers College before entering the United States Marines. He proudly served for 30 years as a pilot in World War II, Korea and Vietnam before retiring as a Colonel in 1970. He received his doctorate degree from the University of New Mexico and then taught history for several years at Del Norte High School. He was a good parent and wonderful grandparent. Herb loved to play golf, swim, and enjoyed traveling with his wife. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be on Wednesday, May 22, at 2:00 p.m. at FRENCH Wyoming. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Herbert's name to the charity of your choice. Please visit our online guest book for Herbert at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
Published on: Mon May 20, 2013
MONTANO, EUSEBIO JR. (EDDIE) Age 89, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on May 16, 2013. Mr. Montano is survived by his companion, Ruth Hamill; daughter, Sandra Montano and companion, Margaret Morris; son, Michael (Mike) Montano; granddaughters, Amanda Montano and Lauren Mills; sisters, Allegra Blea and Flora Baca and husband, Eloy; brother, Fermin Montano; several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Montano was preceded in death by his wife, Antonia (Toni) Montano. Mr. Montano was a member of the Catholic Church, a Veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during WWII, member of the V.F.W., member of Wolfpack; and President of the North Valley Senior Citizens. Final visitation will be Monday, May 20, 2013 at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church, 2005 Plaza NW, from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Dave Montano, Michael Sanchez, Brandon Sandoval, Desi Gonzales, RJ McBee, and Donavan McBee. Please visit www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com to sign the online guestbook. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW (505) 243-7861
Published on: Mon May 20, 2013
POWELL, EDITHA BRANSON Editha Branson Powell, 90, a resident of Rio Rancho, died Saturday, May 18, 2013. She is survived by her daughter, Judy Graeber; son Fred Branson and wife, Isabel; and stepchildren Ellis Powell, Jr, Deborah Powell-Anderson; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and five sisters. Mrs. Powell was preceded in death by her husbands' Marvin B. Branson and Ellis Powell; parents; two sisters; and one brother. She was a member of Covenant Presbyterian Church and Bernalillo Women's Club. Services will be held on Monday, May 20, 2013 at 6:00 pm at FRENCH - Westside with Pastor John Bailey, officiating. Friends may visit one hour prior to services. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to NM Boys Ranch, PO Box 5000, Belen, NM 87002. Please visit our online guest book for Editha at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH - Westside 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300
Published on: Mon May 20, 2013
ROSE, DONALD NORRIS "DON" Long time resident of Albuquerque, resided in Tampa, FL., age 52, passed away on May 16th. He is survived by wife, Brenda Young Rose; daughter, Cynthia Martinez; son, Jay Mobley; parents, Norris and Nelda Rose; and his two sisters, Dayna Holman and Laurie Holmes. Loving Papa of Joshua, Drew, and Kennedy. Private services will be held.
Published on: Mon May 20, 2013
SAIZ, CHRISTOPHER DANIEL Son, It has been a year today that "Our True Love Died". It is still hard to believe as our world will never be the same without you. We miss your beautiful face, sweet smile and that gentle spirit. Babe, the last few years were difficult for you, you are free from the torment and with the Lord. You gave your life to the Lord and were water baptized five weeks before you were taken from us. Your cousin Brianna is at Mount Calvary very often to spend time with you, as we all miss you and know that someday we will all be together again. You are our angel. We love you so much. Dad, Mom, Shastity, Nate and Brandon
Published on: Mon May 20, 2013
SMITH, FLOYD WESLEY Age 79, a member of the Caddo Tribe of Oklahoma and a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away Saturday, May 18, 2013. He is survived by his children, Sandra K. Jager of Montana, LaQuinta Maria Beaver and husband, Myron, Clemencia Faith Smith, Kenneth Wesley Smith, Narissa Jeane Smith, Ila Leandra Smith all of Oklahoma, Les E. Smith; step-children Lawrence Murray and Karen Jean Murray all of Albuquerque, NM; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; brothers Lloyd Smith and wife, Weda, Darrell Smith and wife, Lana and Allen Smith and wife, Betty all of Oklahoma; sisters Louise Green, Mary Lou Smith, Janie Tartsah, and Lillie Flowers, all of Oklahoma. Mr. Smith was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Marie Smith. He served in the US Air Force. Floyd worked for many years at the BIA as a Tribal Judge and Police Officer. He also worked for the City of Albuquerque as Bus Driver and Sandia Casino as a Security Officer. A service will be held on Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 11:00 am at French - WYOMING, with Pastor Byron Sarracino, officiating. Interment will take place at Paraje Village Cemetery, Laguna Pueblo, New Mexico. Friends may visit on Monday, May 20, 2013 at French - WYOMING from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Please visit our online guest book for Floyd at www.FrenchFunerals.com. FRENCH - Wyoming 7121 Wyoming Blvd NE 505-823-9400
Published on: Mon May 20, 2013
BENAVIDEZ, ALBERTO We would like to thank our relatives, friends and neighbors for their prayers, cards of sympathy, beautiful flowers and planters and the memorial contributions in honor of our dear husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend, Alberto Benavidez. We thank family and friends who attended the visitation and funeral service and expressed their sympathy with words of love, special memories and loving hugs. We thank Dickey Romero and his staff at Romero Funeral Home; the staff at Vista Care, Tanya and Cindy for taking such loving care of Alberto and for their kindness and loving care of our family. Thank you to Father Hernandez for his words of comfort and to the members of the Tome Church and family and friends for the delicious and bountiful luncheon. Thank you to the NMSP for the honor and respectful day. Thank you God for the 76 years of life you gave to this special man, our husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friends. Sally Benavidez and Family
Published on: Sun May 19, 2013
BERMAN, JOAN R SAKS DR. Joan Berman, age 72, a resident of Albuquerque, NM passed away on Friday, May 17, 2013. She is survived by her nephew, Ricky (Beth) Jacobson; her grandniece, Emma Jacobson; her grandnephew, Eli Jacobson; her cousin, Gail Glickman; and many other beloved cousins, family and friends. Dr. Berman was preceded in death by her parents, David and Esther Saks; and her sister, Paula Saks-Zellhofer. Joan was very active in her community, politics, culture, and the arts: as a first responder for the Red Cross, a practicing psychologist, a published author, and a featured artist in Madrid, NM. Services are pending at this time. At Joan's request, in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Albuquerque Center for Peace and Justice at 505-268-9557. Please visit our online guest book for Joan atwww.FrenchFunerals.com FRENCH - University 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
Published on: Sun May 19, 2013
BLOOM, JON RICHARD died unexpectedly on May 9, 2013 at the age of 46 while visiting his mother in Detroit Lakes, MN. Jon was born on April 28, 1967 in Detroit Lakes, MN, the son of William and J Joanne Bloom. Jon is survived by his mother J Jonanne; six brothers Robert (Ione), Philip (Nancy), Greg, David (Susanne), Jeff, Jim (Allison); one sister Jennifer (Jeff); and his loving dog Pinky. Jon was a kind, compassionate and caring son, brother, uncle, great-uncle, nephew and friend. He was a jack of all trades from building bridges with his father to remodeling homes. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. A memorial service will be announced at a later date in Albuquerque, NM, and a private memorial service for the family will be held in Detroit Lakes, MN later this summer. For additional information and/or to send condolences, please email rememberingjonb@yahoo.com
Published on: Sun May 19, 2013