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APODACA -- Paul (Pablo) Apodaca May 31, 1921-March 18, 1997 As we remember and honor you, we are flooded with memories of your humor, stories, compassion and love for your family. We think of you every day and live our lives in pride and gratitude to you! Say "Hello" to Mom and Johnny... From your family and the many others who love and miss you VERY much, Connie, Marleen, Adeline, Anna Mae, and Cael!! 
Published on: Thu March 18, 2010
BALLARD -- Gene Charles Ballard, 83, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away after a lengthy illness on Wednesday, March 17, 2010. Gene is survived by his wife of 61 years, Mary Lou; his son Gene C. Ballard, Jr. and wife Carlotta; grandsons Eric hays and Brian P. Ballard; sister, Delores Wynne; sisters-in-law Carolyn Autry and Mary R. Jimenez; brother-in-law Casey Jimenez and wife Mary and several nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents Jessie and Ed Moore, his children Steven Ballard and LaLinda Kay Ballard Ochoa; and his sister Joann Ritchie. Gene served his country during WWII as a radioman in the Navy. He retired from the Federal Aviation Agency after 33 years of service. Gene and his wife loved to travel and enjoyed visiting all over the world. Visitation will be Friday, March 19, 2010, 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Graveside service will be Saturday, March 20, 2010, 11:00 a.m. at Tucumcari Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Gene at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 Published on: Thu March 18, 2010
BARRETT -- William Charles Barrett, age 24, of Edgewood, died Sunday, March 14, 2010 following a motorcycle accident. Will attended Moriarty High School. He later attended CNM, where he earned his Phlebotomy Certificate. He worked at Presbyterian Hospital for the past two years. He loved the outdoors, riding his Harley, and hanging out with his friends. Will is survived by his father Carl Barrett and wife Shawna; mother, Kelly Rennison; brothers, Richard, Jonathan, and Raven; sisters, Samantha, Alyssa; grandparents, Bill and Sandy Barrett; Edna and Frank Nipper and Jean Harber. A memorial service will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Edgewood Chapel on Saturday, March 20, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Lions Eye Bank, 2501 Yale Blvd. SE, Suite 100, Albuquerque, NM 87106 . Please visit our online guest book for Will at RememberTheirStory.com French 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505)897-0300 Published on: Thu March 18, 2010
BARRON -- Elizabeth Camille (Ulibarri), February 12, 1951 - March 6, 2010, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 6, 2010 at her home in Corona, CA. Elizabeth was a retired LPN who worked at St. Joseph's Hospital on Montgomery Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM for 23 years. Survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Alex Norbert and Diane Ulibarri-Norbert PKA Dian Diaz; sons, Johnny Mercer and Kelly Mercer; sisters, Pauline Romero, Mackey Ruane, Charlotte Camarena, Theresa Vazquez; brother, Karlos Ulibarri; along with numerous cousins, nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents, Carlos and Lizzie Ulibarri; sister, Prajedes Diane Campbell; brother, Delfino Ulibarri. Memorial Services and reception are scheduled for Saturday, March 20, 2010 from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. at Calvary Chapel in the "HUB", 4001 Osuna Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109. Published on: Thu March 18, 2010
BRAZELL -- Larry Ray Brazell, Jr. "Butch" our loving son, father, brother, uncle, and friend went home to be with Jesus on Saturday, March 13, 2010. He was preceded in death by his sister, Beckie Brazell. Butch is survived by his parents, Larry and Leta Brazell of Albuquerque; sister, Debbie Aragon; brother, Greg Brazell; son, Carter Brazell; daughter, Shonda Brazell; nieces, Courtney Scheffield, Deserae Lumpkins, Veronica Brazell, Bobbie Reid, and Amanda Brazell; nephews, Casey Aragon and Andrew Lumpkins; as well as other family and friends who loved him and will miss him. Butch was a great man that enjoyed fishing, gardening, and hiking. He will be greatly missed by many. A Celebration of his life will be held for family and friends at a later date. In his honor, donations may be made to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Albuquerque, 3333 Truman Street NE, Abq, NM 87110. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St, NW, ABQ, 87107. 505-343-8008. Published on: Thu March 18, 2010
BROWN -- Major Chester Perkins (Chet) Brown, USAF (ret), 80, passed away on March 13, 2010. Born June 5, 1929 in Cambridge, MA to Lt. Col. Alphonso James and Alice H. Brown, Chet devoted his life to the service of his country and in improving the lives of others around him. Preceded in death by his parents; sister, Priscilla Stean; and son, Eric, Chet is survived by his wife of 33 years, Karen E. Brown of Rio Rancho; children, Carl and wife Elaine of Las Cruces, Alan and wife Maureen of Elephant Butte, Carol and husband Paul Ritchie of Albuquerque, Neal and wife Wendy of Elephant Butte and Earl and wife Laurie of San Diego, CA; 22 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; sister, Marjorie Brown of Bellevue, WA; and several nieces and nephews. Chet served his country in the United States Air Force and was a combat veteran of the Korean and Vietnam wars. While serving in Vietnam he received the Silver Star for valor, two Distinguished Flying Crosses and three Air Metals for gallantry and bravery as a Huey Gunship Pilot serving with the 20th Helicopter Special Operations Squadron. Upon his retirement in 1970 Chet returned to school at UNM and received his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in recreation and public administration. He soon discovered the joy of hot air ballooning and was an active balloon pilot for twenty-five years. From 1997 to 2001 he served as a flying safety officer for the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. Chet was also a Board member of the Friends of Smokey Bear Balloon, an active State Park volunteer and a docent at the Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum. He was a member of High Desert United Methodist Church in Rio Rancho and a member of Albuquerque Lodge #60, AF&AM. He will be sorely missed by his family and many friends. Cremation has taken place and he will be interred at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM. Friends are invited to honor his memory at a celebration at the Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum on April 3, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Anderson Abruzzo International Balloon Museum Foundation, 9201 Balloon Museum Drive NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113, www.balloonmuseum.net; New Mexico State Parks Foundation, www.nmstateparksfoundation.com; Friends of Smokey Bear Balloon Inc., 5912 Jones Place NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120, www.smokeybearballoon.com; Balloon Explorium, Inc., P.O. Box 91566, Albuquerque, NM 87199, www.balloonexplorium.org. Those who wish to express their condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. Arrangements are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-892-9920 Published on: Thu March 18, 2010
CHEEVER -- Leroy Cheever, 86, of Albuquerque, joined his wife Marjorie in Heaven on March 13, 2010. Leroy is survived by his daughter, Jackie Lee Turner and her husband Alan Turner of Albuquerque; he also leaves behind two grandchildren, Justin Turner and Amber Turner both of Albuquerque. Leroy was a veteran of the United States Army and served during World War II, he continued his service to the country in the Civil Service where he worked for 36 years. Leroy also loved raising and training race horses here in New Mexico. A memorial service will be held for Mr. Cheever on Saturday, March, 20 2010, 3:00 p.m., at French - University Chapel. Leroy was loved by many and will be greatly missed. Please visit our online guestbook for Mr. Cheever at www.RememberTheirStory.com. French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 Published on: Thu March 18, 2010
CORDOVA -- Anne. The family of Anne Cordova thanks their many friends and relatives whose sympathy and thoughtfulness will always be remembered and deeply appreciated. RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 San Mateo NE 764-9663 Published on: Thu March 18, 2010
DURAN -- DOLORES CHAVEZ DURAN March 19, 1909 - May 13, 2002 In Loving Memory Published on: Thu March 18, 2010
GLASS -- Barry Preston Glass, beloved father and brother, 69, went home to God Sunday, March 14, 2010. He was preceded in death by his wife of 35 years Barbara Ann Glass. He is survived by his sister Barbara Dale Glass; brother Wayne Glass; daughters Jerelyn Glass and Veronica Glass; grandchildren Preston, Catie, John, Augustine, and Annika; and "pardner" Carol Bryant. A Rosary will be recited Thursday, March 18, 2010 at 6:30 p.m. at St. Anne's Catholic Church. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday, March 19, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. at St. Anne's Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Barry loved history, traveling, riding trains and with his brother Wayne shared a great admiration for the Baltimore Orioles. He enjoyed exploring New Mexico and was proud to have traveled all the state highways. He was a devoted educator, starting in 1967 teaching high school and college and was lastly a founding board member of Nuestros Valores. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to N.A.M.I. (505)260-0154. Arrangements by: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124 Published on: Thu March 18, 2010