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ACOSTA -- James Vincent Acosta was born on December 15, 1938 and passed away on February 1, 2010. At this time, no services have been arranged. RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663 
Published on: Tue February 09, 2010
CALCUTT -- Morris A. Calcutt, went to the arms of our Lord Saturday, February 6, 2010. He is survived by his wife Joan; his sons Billy and wife Arlene and Ronald and wife Dilia; sister Wildred Anne Cooper and husband Lloyd grandchildren, Paul, Natalie, Natasha, Michael, Nicole, James, Sarah, Rebecca and Michelle; great-grandchildren Joshua, David, Izaiah, Mario III and Mateo. He was preceded in death by his parents Morris M. Calcutt and Gussie L. Calcutt; his beloved son Michael; his twin brother Alvin M. Calcutt; grandson Billy Christopher and great-granddaughter Allison Lynn. He retired from the USAF Security Forces and the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Department. He was also a Bailiff for the Honorable Ross Sanchez. Rosary will be recited Tuesday, February 9, 2010, 7:00 p.m. at French Lomas, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday, February 10 at 9:00 a.m. at The Shrine of St. Bernadette, 11401 Indian School Road, NE. Interment will be at 1:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Mr. Calcutt at www.RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 Published on: Tue February 09, 2010
CASTILLO -- Phyllis Castillo, a resident of Los Lunas, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, February 4, 2010. She is survived by her mother, Margaret Castillo; life partner Michael Martinez of Los Lunas; sisters, Frances Horton, Marilyn Castillo-Sanchez and husband, Chris, Christine Castillo; step-father, Florencio Gonzales; nieces Melissa Cavalier and husband, Jesse, Mariah Diesel-Jones and husband, Charles, Jessica Horton; nephews, James Sanchez, Nathan Diesel and wife, Lindsey; and several great-nieces and nephews. Phyllis was preceded in death by her father, Frank Castillo and brother, Randy Castillo. Ms. Castillo was a graduate of West Mesa High School where she was a cheerleader. She went on to be her family's cheerleader, celebrating their accomplishments, particularly her brother, Randy who played drums for Ozzy Ozbourne and many other rock bands. She had a great love for her dogs who were like her children. She will be greatly missed by all of her family and friends. Family and friends may gather on Tuesday, February 9, 2010 ,11:00 a.m. at French - University Chapel, to celebrate Phyllis' life. She will be entombed next to her brother at Mt. Calvary Cemetery Mausoleum. Her pallbearers will be Chris Sanchez, James Sanchez, Nathan Diesel, Tony Garcia, Linda Lucero and Christine Castillo. Honorary pallbearer will be Michael Martinez. Please visit our online guestbook for Phyllis at www.RememberTheirStory.com. French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 Published on: Tue February 09, 2010
COX -- Christine G. Cox November 4, 1949 - February 10, 2010 It has been two long long years, and yet it seems like today. We miss you and love you. Wayne (Robert), Lisa, David and Aspen. A mass will be offered this evening at 5:30 p.m. at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Published on: Tue February 09, 2010
DOW -- Frank Elisha Dow was born August 4, 1929 in Albuquerque, NM. Frank grew up in Tajique, NM. At the age of 15, he entered into the US Army to serve during World War II in the Pacific. He served in Tokyo during the occupation of Japan and later in Shanghai China and Okinawa. After the war, he returned to New Mexico to earn his High School Diploma. He worked as a parking lot attendant where he met his wife, Loretta Tartaglia. They married August 27, 1951. He worked six years for the US Post Office, and for ten years at ACF, a government defense contractor. When ACF closed in 1967 he went to work for the Defense Atomic Support Agency DOD/DNA for the nuclear test facility in Nevada. After his retirement in 1989 he held a part time job working for the Springfield Research Facility in Springfield Virginia as a data analyst for the next 10 years. Frank had a long, productive life and had experienced first hand some of the many historical events of the last century. Frank is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Loretta; his children, Lynda Benedict, Bill Dow and wife, Sandy, Diane Van der Geest and husband, Jimmy, Sandi Rogers and husband, Dean, and Staci Baca and husband, Chris; ten grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; three sisters; and one brother. Rosary will be recited on Wednesday, February 10, 2010, 7:00 p.m., at French ~ Wyoming Chapel. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, February 11, 2010, at Risen Savior Catholic Community, 7701 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 7999 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be Frank Dow, Dean Rogers, Paul Dow, Denis Rogers, Danny Rogers, Corey Van der Geest, Devin Van der Geest and Shawn Van der Geest. Honorary pallbearers will include Jim Van der Geest, Dean Rogers, Chris Baca, Paul Tartaglia, Rick Stevens, Gene Tuma, Chuck Greengrass, Angelo Aquino, Dan John, Leo Dow, Edward Chavez and Frank Krest. The Dow Family would like to extend their gratitude to all of the care providers, and hospice for their assistance and support during this difficult time. Please visit our online guestbook for Frank at RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 Published on: Tue February 09, 2010
ELLIOTT -- Jane Reading Elliott, 70, passed away on Thursday, February 4, 2010. She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Jim; son, Eric and wife, Karen; daughter, Erin-Skye; granddaughters, Megan and Samantha; brother, Tom Reading; her beloved pets; and many other relatives and friends. Jane was a devoted educator to children of all ages, but was especially gifted with early elementary aged children. She retired from teaching after 38 years. Jane will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Services are pending. Please visit our online guestbook for Jane at RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400 Published on: Tue February 09, 2010
HATTERSLEY -- Carole R. Hattersley, 73, passed away February 7, 2010. She was born November 11, 1936 to Perry and Eleanor Shannon in Bakersfield, CA. She has been a resident of Rio Rancho, NM for 15 years from San Diego, CA. She was preceded in death by her husband of 31 years, Lawrence C. Hattersley in 1987; one grandchild, Shannan Adams, and her parents. She is survived by her daughter, Susan H. Garret of Corrales, NM; her son, Charles E. Hattersley (Caren); grandchildren, Jeffrey Adams (Christy), Heidi Hill (Tim), and Larry Hattersley; great-grandchild, William J. Hill, and her sister, Luanne Ballow (Eugene). There will be a Memorial Service Wednesday, February 10, 2010, 3:00 p.m., at Daniels Family Funeral Services, 2400 Southern Blvd SE, Rio Rancho, NM. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made in memory of Carole R. Hattersley to Watermelon Mountain Ranch, 1512 Deborah Rd SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124. Those who wish to express their condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. Carole's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 2400 Southern Blvd SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 (505) 891-9192 Published on: Tue February 09, 2010
KADO -- Ruth Kado, 77, passed away on February 7, 2010. Those who wish to express their condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. Ruth's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 2400 Southern Blvd SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 (505) 891-9192 Published on: Tue February 09, 2010
LUCERO -- FELA G. LUCERO MAY 23, 1926 - FEBRUARY 9, 2009 Mom - One year later and I can't believe that the year went so fast. I still reach for the phone to tell you something and then the sadness comes back. You will always be in our hearts and thoughts. Rest in peace Mom and save me a seat. I miss you. - DeeDee Published on: Tue February 09, 2010
LUCERO -- Raymond J. Lucero. Fondly known as "Ray and Pops" J. Lucero, age 70, beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, boss and friend, passed away quietly after a short battle with cancer, Thursday, February 4, 2010. Visitations will be Monday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Daniels Family Funeral Services - Alameda Mortuary. A rosary will be recited Monday evening at 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 1860 Griegos Rd., NW. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. also at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church. Entombment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Those who wish to express their condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. Ray's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth Street NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160 Published on: Tue February 09, 2010