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Baros -- Aurora Baros Mother- Thank you for all of your kind caring ways, and for all of your patience on those long trying days. Thank you for being there around every bend, for being my mother and also my friend.I Love You! Jerry
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Black -- Billie Jayne Sparks Black, 70, died Friday, March 6, 1998, in Rio Rancho, NM. She was born July 30, 1927, in Ennis, Texas, the youngest of eight children of John Williams and Lillie Eliza Jane Sparks. She is survived by her husband, Carl Lee Black II of Rio Rancho; and her children, Lola Jane Ulrich of Austin, TX, John Ulrich IV of Bloomfield Hills, MI, B. Ellis French of Allen, TX, Carla Jayne Black McCown of Pflugerville, TX, and William Carl Lee Black of Rio Rancho. She also leaves two step-children, Pamela Ann Black Francis and Carl Lee (Trey) Black III of Tucson, AZ. She also leaves nine grandchildren. Mrs. Black was a gregarious, beautiful woman who never met a stranger. She was known for making friends feel like family. She was an extremely gifted pianist who played professionally and various churches. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. The Rev. Dr. Roger Paynter of First Baptist Church of Austin will officiate at graveside services, which will be at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 10, 1998, at Austin Memorial Park in Austin, TX. Arrangements are being handled by Cook Walden Funeral Home, 6100 N. Lamar, Austin. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or the charity of your choice.
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Burgess -- Rodney"Rod" Burgess, 60, a resident of Albuquerque since 1946, died Thursday, March 5, 1998. He is survived by his daughters, Shanon Goldberg and husband, Mitch of Lenoir City, TN, and Nisa Fazio and husband, John, of Odessa, TX; grandson, Nicholas Fazio of Odessa, TX; granddaughter, Selena Goldberg of Lenoir City, TN; father, M.G. Burgess of Albuquerque; and aunts, Geneva Bond and Evelyn Clarke, both of Miami, FL. He was preceded in death by his mother, Lillian Burgess in 1993. Mr. Burgess was a longtime employee for AT&T and later was employed by the Intel Corporation. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, 11:00 a.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Cameron -- Robert G."Bob" Cameron, 67, a resident of Albuquerque since 1985, died Sunday, March 8, 1998. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Gwen Cameron of Albuquerque; daughter, Florence Cameron; son, Robert Cameron; step-daughter, Elizabeth Hanson and husband, Keith; and grandchildren, Anna and John. Mr. Cameron was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, having served during the Korean War. He then achieved a Master's Degree in Engineering. Before moving here from New Jersey, he was employed as a Personnel Manager and then retired from A. T. & T. Mr. Cameron was an active volunteer with the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) at the Bear Canyon Senior Citizen Center where he gave computer classes. Mr. Cameron was a member of the New Mexico Computer Society, and wrote a column for their monthly newsletter. He was also a Microsoft Beta Tester. Services will be held Thursday, 12:30 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas NE, with Pastor Mick Erickson officiating. Interment will take place at 3:00 p.m., at the Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. Memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army, 501 Broadway SE, Albuquerque, NM 87102, or to Joy Junction, 4500 2nd St. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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De Baca -- Jose A. De Baca, 87, a resident of Albuquerque since 1930, died Saturday, March 7, 1998. He is survived by his son-in-law, Francisco Archuleta; grandson, Frank C. Archuleta and wife, Julie; granddaughter, Celia Archuleta, all of Albuquerque; great-grandchildren, Maggie, Stephanie, and Christopher; brothers, Willie C De Baca of Miami, FL, Mike De Baca of Belen, Manuel De Baca of Albuquerque, and Dan De Baca of Tome; sisters, Dora Romero of Los Lunas and Emma Cellar of Albuquerque; any many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Vinelba De Baca; and daughter, Tillie Archuleta. Rosary will be recited Tuesday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Deacon J.O. Luna reciting. Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, 10:00 a.m., at St. Edwin Catholic Church, 2105 Barcelona Rd. SW, with Fr. Jose Hernandez, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Pallbearers will be Joe Roybal, Jr., Frank Archuleta, Martin Barros, Jacob Maestas, Luis Mora, and Richard Archuleta. Honorary Pallbearers will be Dan De Baca and Cornelio C De Baca. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Tuesday, 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
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Fluke -- James H. Fluke, 72, a lifelong resident of New Mexico, died Saturday, March 7, 1998. He is survived by his wife, Judy K. Fluke of Albuquerque; sons, Richard Fluke and wife, Takako of Albuquerque, and Daryl Fluke and wife, Angela of Bernalillo; stepdaughter, Tina Marie Springer and husband, Donald of Greensville, TN; grandchildren, Helen Stipe, Beth Fluke, James Fluke, Carl Matthew Fluke, Stephanie Springer, Emilie Hebron, and Kellie Lynne Hebron-Fluke; great-grandson, Aiden Stipe; niece, Nanette Fluke of Albuquerque; nephew, Leslie Fluke of Loveland, CO; and other loving relatives. James was born in Deming. He was raised in Jemez Springs and in Albuquerque. James served in the US Army during WWII. He retired from PNM after 36 years of service, James was a loving and devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Graveside services will be held Thursday, 1:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Wednesday, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association of New Mexico, 216 Truman NE, 87108. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Francis -- Felicita"Feli" Francis passed away on March 6, 1998 in Albuquerque. She was born in Palas, New Mexico on June 20, 1911 and married Floyd Francis on December 14, 1942 in Albuquerque. She was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Floyd; brother, Raphael; and her two sisters, Rita and Tica. She will be missed by loving neighbors and relatives. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 10, 1998, from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, March 11, 1998, 11:00 a.m., at the Holy Family Catholic Church. Roger Cinelli, Gilly Pacheco, Al Olivas, Paul Gleason, Steven Kern and Dean Kern will serve as pallbearers. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Galaviz -- Robert Galaviz, 57, of Wichita, KS formerly of Albuquerque, passed away Friday, March 6,1998. Robert worked for Superior Building Maintenance. He is survived by wife, Mary, of the home; son, Leopoldo R., Jr of Wichita, KS; daughter, Deborah Kroulik of Bentley, KS; two brothers, Frank Montoya of Bellflower, CA, Orlando Galaviz of CA; four sisters, Grace of Norwalk, CA, Margie Delemar of Bellflower, CA, Rose Lewis of Las Vegas, NV, Patricia of Iowa; five grandchildren. Rosary will be held Tuesday, March 10, 1998 at 7:00 p.m., Hillside Funeral Home West, Wichita, KS. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, March 11, 1998 at 10:30 a.m., Christ The King Catholic Church, Wichita, KS.
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Guentz -- Kenneth A. Guentz, a resident of Albuquerque for the past 42 years, and a former executive with the Rio Grande Steel Company, passed away at his home on Monday, March 9, 1998, of natural causes. He was born at Woodward, Oklahoma on November 19, 1914. Mr. Guentz is survived by Claire Guentz, his wife of 47 years. The Guentz's have two married children, Dudley L. Guentz of Edgewood, New Mexico, and Judith Guentz-Hester of Denver, Colorado; and four grandchildren, Patricia, Amber, Andrea and Kyle. Also surviving is his brother and sister-in-law, Howard and Merle Houk of Albuquerque; his sister-in-law, Betty Lujan of Santa Fe, NM; and his sister and brother-in-law, Margie and Don Bagley of Kansas City, Missouri. Memorial services will be held at Fitzgerald and Sons Chapel, 3113 Carlisle NE at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 12, 1998. The Reverend Ron Grenemeyer will preside. Private interment will take place at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe. The family extends special thanks to Barbara Burshand and Darleen Gomez of Lovelace Hospice and Annette from the clinic at the VA Hospital. In lieu of flowers memorial gifts may be made in Kenneth's memory to a charity of choice. Cremation arrangements are by Sunrise Society of New Mexico, (891-8200).
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Hefferle -- Mary B. Hefferle, died with dignity, Friday, March 6, 1998 in her home. Mary is survived by her younger brother, Tom Balok and his wife, Mary of Salt Lake City, UT; sisters-in-law, Pauline Balok of Los Lunas and Billie Balok of Gallup; nephews, Steve Balok and Glen Morehouse of Los Lunas, Jack Balok of Fence Lake, Alan and Clint Balok and Marlin Morehouse, all of Gallup, and Tom Balok of South Jordan, UT; and friends as dear as family, Virginia Rodgers and Monique Denzler of Albuquerque, and Bertha Ashcroft of Los Lunas. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Anna Balok; brothers and sisters, Anna Balok, Stephen Balok, John Balok Jr., Elizebeth Morehouse, Frank Balok, Pauline Stockton and Jack Balok, Sr. She was born in Page, NM on August 14, 1909 in the Zuni Mountains to immigrant parents, John and Anna Balok. Mary continued her education in the early thirties by enrolling in nursing school at Holy Cross Tuberculosis Sanitarium in Deming, NM. She received her nursing degree, then moved to Gallup, NM to work in St. Mary's Hospital as a floor and later as a surgical nurse. Mary married Joseph Hefferle in early 1940. She then moved to Albuquerque where she spent her life dedicated to her husband and her magical gift of growing fruits and vegetables. Mary's memory will live in the hearts of those who loved her so dearly. Catholic Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, March 11, 1998, 10:30 a.m., St. John Vianncy Catholic Church in Gallup, with Father Walter Opalewski, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Cemetery in Gallup, NM. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Tuesday, March 10, 1998, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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Huston -- Charles W."Chuck" Huston, Jr. was born on July 1, 1920, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He attended the University of Omaha in Nebraska, where he pursued a degree in business administration. After serving in the US Air Force, he moved to Fargo, North Dakota where be became a top salesman for Pratt-Lambert Paint Company. On April 22, 1963, Chuck suffered a massive stroke, which left him with a speech impediment known as aphasia. Because of this experience Chuck became a dedicated advocate on behalf of stroke victims. He tirelessly promoted the"Aphasic Bill of Rights" and dedicated his time and efforts to the attention of all 50 states as well as the Office of the President of the United States. Hillary Rodham Clinton and US Senator Pete V. Domenici both acknowledged Chuck's work in this area. On April 18, 1997, Senator Domenici placed a statement in the Congressional Record explaining the misconceptions associated with aphasia and acknowledging Chuck's efforts in making people aware of this important issue. Chuck was preceded in death by his wife of 38 years, Alyce M. Huston, his parents and a sister. He is survived by his children, Doris Gardner of Westminster, CO, Lee Hamilton and wife, Cindy of Grand Forks, ND, Margaret Thompson and husband, Michael of Eden Prairie, MN, Carol Hamilton and husband, David Khon of Beverly Hills, CA; as well as his companion, Lucia Salat. He is also survived by 14 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mary Jane Hamilton and Betty Mitchell. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, March 12, 1998 at St. John's United Methodist Church, 2626 Arizona NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. In lieu of flowers the family prefers memorials to: National Stroke Association, 8488 East Orchard Road, Suite 100, Englewood, CO 80111-5015.
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Jones -- Ellen H. Jones, 96, a resident of Albuquerque since 1971, died Thursday, March 5, 1998. She is survived by her daughter, Joy L. Medley and husband, Kelman A. of Albuquerque; grandsons, Michael R. Medley of Albuquerque and Glen A. Medley of Gilbert, AZ; granddaughter, Karen L. Medley, R.N. of Albuquerque; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. Jones was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Lee Jones, Jr. She came to Gallup as a Harvey Girl, where she met her husband. They retired to Albuquerque in 1971. Mrs. Jones was a member of Hermosa Baptist Church and was active in Sunday School and many other programs. She was a member of ESA service organization. Mrs. Jones enjoyed playing bridge. She loved children and animals, and was always a good friend. Graveside services were held Monday, 2:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery, with Rev. Steve Davis officiating. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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King -- Roger Dale King, 58, a resident of Albuquerque for 15 years, died Friday, March 6, 1998. He is survived by his son, Roger Dale King, Jr. of Denison, TX; daughters, Kathryn Baker and husband, Les, Angela Butcher and husband, Dennis, Sherry Thornton all of Denison, TX and Amanda King of North Carolina; 10 grandchildren; brother, Donald King and wife, Donna of Maryland; sisters, Marilyn McIntosh and husband, Don of New Mexico and Sue King of New York. Mr. King was retired from the US Air Force and was a veteran of Vietnam. He was a Disabled American Veteran. He was a graduate of Grayson Jr. College where he served on the Grayson Jr. College Realty Board as a consultant. Mr. King was also a retired Realtor with the Grayson Board of Realtors Association. Graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM with full military honors. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd., NE, Tuesday from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
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Lara -- Joseph Christopher Lara IV December 21, 1995- March 10, 1997 In loving memory of our son, grandson and nephew. One year ago, our angel flew away. Fly, Joseph, Fly. Chase the clouds, play tag with the winds, hide and seek with the Heavenly Hosts. Run, laugh and yell: we will hear your echoes in our hearts. We will love and miss you for a while longer. Love always, your Mom, Grandparents and Aunt. Thank you, UNM Children's Hospital, Galles Chevrolet, Victory Love Fellowship, many friends and neighbors and thanks to Stephen Gabaldon at French Mortuary.
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Martinez -- Priscilla O. Martinez, 67, passed away Saturday, March 7, 1998 at her home in Magdalena, NM. She was born February 11, 1931 to Antonio and Teofila (Valenzuela) Otero in Magdalena, NM. She was owner of the Ponderosa Cafe in Magdalena. She is preceded in death by her husband, Quirino Martinez Jr.; brother, Tony Otero; and sisters, Frances Montoya and Mary Serna. She is survived by his sons, Ray, Frankie, Nestor and Jeremy Martinez, all of Magdalena, NM; daughters, Rosemary Wilburn, Priscilla Lower and Dolores Martinez, all of Magdalena, NM; daughters, Rosemary Wilburn, Priscilla Lower and Dolores Martinez, all of Magdalena, NM; brother, Elvires Otero of Magdalena, NM; sister, Bennie O. Zamora of Magdalena, NM; grandchildren, Manual Martinez, Ruben Martinez, Dora Julian, Rosemary Wilburn, Raul Lower, Priscilla Lower, Anthony Lower, Daniel Martinez, Brian Martinez, Patrick Martinez and Andrea Martinez; great-grandchildren, Dylen Julian, Tyler Julian, Matthew Martinez and April Martinez; and other relatives and friends. Rosary will be recited Tuesday, March 10, at 7:00 p.m. at St. Mary Magdalene Church in Magdalena, NM. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, March 11, at 2:00 p.m. at St. Mary Magdalene with Father Jacob Joerger, OP as Celebrant. Interment will be in the Magdalena Cemetery. Pallbearers are, Nestor Martinez, Frank Martinez, Manual Martinez, Jeremy Martinez, Robert Zamora and Jessie Wilburn. Honorary Pallbearers are, Pat Lewis, Ben Otero, Jerry Nye, Danny Otero, Edward Martinez, Leo Martinez, Armando Martinez, Herman Gutierrez, Damacio Gutierrez, Bob Chamberlain, Matthew Zamora, Michael Zamora, Jimmy Latasa, Richard Torres, David Gardo, Joe Hernandez, and all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and including all her very special friends. The family wants to thank all of Priscilla's relatives and friends; the employees of the St. Josephs Radiology dept. for all of their help. Special thanks to her friends and business patrons that made her dreams come true at the Ponderosa Cafe. Arrangements by Steadman-Hall Funeral Home, Socorro, New Mexico.
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Mckay -- Daniel (Danny) P. McKay, 16, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Friday, March 6, 1998. He is survived by his parents, Paul and Linda McKay; brothers, George and Robert McKay of the family home; grandmothers, Dorothy Decker of Parma, OH and Coletta McKay of Cleveland, OH; godparents, Marlene and Keith Broseman of Gahanna, OH; aunts and uncles, Gary and Dianne Decker of Parma, OH, Denise Decker and Peter Sadowski of Ladue, MO, George and Carol McKay of Mesa, AZ, Terry and Ceci McKay of Avon Lake, OH, Larry McKay of Cincinnati, OH, Rick and Maribel Stover of Vancouver, WA; and many cousins and friends. Danny wants to be remembered as a fighter who never gave up and lived his life to the fullest. Memorial Services will take place Tuesday, 1:30 p.m., at Saint Pius X High School, 5301 St. Josephs Dr. N.W. Cremation will take place. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Saint Pius X High School. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. N.E.
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Medina -- Thomas Medina Born April 25, 1937 went to be with Our Lord March 6, 1998. Born in Ojo Sarco, NM. He worked in the mines in Colorado and also in the Uranium Mines in Grants, NM, for 22 years. He is survived by daughters, Verda Lucero and Viola Medina; grandchildren, Crystal, Valerie and Adelaido; sisters, Ida Padilla, Mary Martinez, Lurden Rivera; brothers, Ismael Medina wife, Grace and Armando Medina. Rosary will be held Tuesday, March 19, 1998 at 7:00 p.m. at Gabaldon Mortuary. Funeral Services, at Second Presbyterian Church on Wednesday at 11:00 a.m., located at corner of Lomas and Edith N.E. His remains will be buried at Santa Fe National Cemetery on Friday March 13, 1998 at 11:30 a.m. He was a member of American Legion Post 69. Pallbearers are Avenago Padilla, Norman Medina, Louis Medina, Andre Rivera, Joel Rivera, Jason Rivera.
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Morgan -- Morgan Morgan, 68 passed away on Saturday March 7, 1998. He was preceded in death by his wife, Donna Marie Morgan. He is survived by his three daughters, Georgia Blauch, of Mechanicsburg, PA, Barbara Perry of Camdenton, MO, Susanne M. Reaves of Albuquerque; two sons, Keith Morgan of Crewell, OR, and Douglas Bruce Morgan of Albuquerque; two sisters, Mickey Imler of York, PA, and Marty Stumm of Cockeysville, MD. Morgan served in the Air Force and owned and operated AAA Collection Agency for 28 years in Albuquerque. He was active in the Optimist Club of Albuquerque as well as Troop II of the Boy Scouts of America in Albuquerque. Morgan Morgan loved to travel and meet people. Cremation has taken place and Memorial Services will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, March 13, 1998 at Shepherd of the Valley Presbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions can be made to the Optimist Club of Albuquerque, PO Box 37227, Albuquerque, NM 87167-7227, or to the Boy Scouts of America, 5841 Office Blvd, NE, Albuqerque, NM 87109. Cremation arrangements by Direct services, 4501-4th St NW. 343-8008
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Padilla -- MICHAEL"MIKEY" PADILLA Born July 2, 1974 - March 10, 1995 Mikey, We love you, and we miss you very much. We know you are with god. You will always be in our hearts. We know we will all be together someday. Until then, rest in peace. We love you forever. Your family & friends.
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Potts -- Barbara Potts, beloved wife of the late Frank Potts, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 8, 1998 at the age of 62. Her life was a shining example of faith in Jesus Christ. She had retired after 30 years of service at Sandia National Laboratories and she was devoted to God and to her family. Mrs. Potts was survived by her mother, Helen Carl of Albuquerque; daughter, Debbie Harrington and husband, Tom; two grandchildren, Tom and Christy Harrington of Albuquerque; brothers, Lewis"Sonny" Carl and wife, Lora Mae of Fairborn, OH, Clifford Carl and wife, Barbara of Espanola, and Joe Carl of Albuquerque; sisters, Martha Thatcher and husband, Francis of Los Lunas, Sandy Peacock of Albuqerque, and Judy Fraker and husband, Bob of Willis, TX; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews. Services will be held Thursday, 2:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, University Blvd Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Rev. Lemuel Boyles Officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Wednesday 4:00 pm to 9:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation, c/o Presbyterian Hospice Homecare, PO Box 26666, 871215-6666, a group of wonderfully loving and compassionate people. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Prickett -- Margaret Louise Prickett, 77, a resident of Albuquerque for ten years, passed away on Monday, March 9, 1998. She is survived by her daughter, Jane Babineaux and husband, Sonny of Weston, TX; two sons, Scott H. Prickett and partner, Paul Baker of Albuquerque, John M. Prickett and wife, Deborah of Sherman, Il; her sister, Lela Porter of Ipava, IL; her brother, Phillip Howell of Ipava, IL; and one grandchild, Matthew R. Prickett of Louisville, KY. Following cremation, her cremated remains will be taken to Louiston, IL, for services and burial there. Memorial contributions may be made to Kaseman Presbyterian Hospice, 8300 Constitution Ave NE, Albuq., NM, 87110. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Rodarte -- Funeral Services for Mrs. Celestina (Sally) Rodarte will be held on Tuesday at the St. Therese Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 3rd Street SW.
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Roybal -- Mr. Louie Roybal, age 56, died Sunday in Albuquerque. Mr. Roybal was a member of the San Jose Catholic Church and was involved as a prayer group leader. He is survived by his mother, Connie Roybal; wife, Alma Roybal; daughters, Carol Roybal, Melissa Becerra and Lillian Peralta; sisters, Joan Stephens and Stella Baca; and 10 grandchildren. Funeral Services for Mr. Roybal will be held on Wednesday at the San Jose Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Tim Baca, John Servizio, Juan Peralta, Leonel Villegas, Rafael Marquez and Rick Polaco. Honorary pallbearers will be Milton Hernandez, Luis Becerra, Mark Stephens, Diego Ruiz, Pablo Herrera, Pancho Zamora, Joseph Hernandez, Benny Roybal, Benny Garcia, Barry Cosgrove, Juan Mancha, Kevin Stephens, Al Piazza and Ernest Rodriguez. Visitation for Mr. Roybal will be held on Tuesday from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. in the mortuary chapel. A Rosary will be recited on Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. at the San Jose Church. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 3rd St. SW.
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Saavedra -- Tony Saavedra passed away on March 9, 1998. He is survived by his daughter, Kathy Saavedra; brothers, Narciso, Michael, Max and Charles; sisters, Viola, Betty, Pauline; and numerous other family members and friends who will miss him. A Memorial Service will be at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 11, 1998 at Grace Apostolic Church, 1301 St. SW, with Brother Gilbert Apodaca Officiating. Cremation arrangements by Direct Services, 4501 4th St. NW. 343-8008.
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Sanchez -- Natividad Sanchez, 92, passed away on March 8, 1998. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Erminio Sanchez, Nick P. Sanchez, Gabriel Sanchez and Philipe Sanchez. She is survived by her nieces, Christine Sanchez, and Mary Garcia; sister-in-law, Josie Sanchez, and numerous other nieces and nephews, and family members who loved her and will miss her. A rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10, 1998 at St. Anne's Catholic Church, and mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, at 10:00 a.m. Private burial will follow. The family wishes to thank El Centro Villa Nursing Center for their loving care. The family will be gathering at 1450 Bridge SW. #I-85. Burial arrangements by Direct Services, 4501 4th St. NW. 343-8008.
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Sanchez -- On behalf of the Sanchez Hernandez family, we would like to thank everyone for their love, gifts, food and contributions to Miguel Sanchez Sr. God Bless You All.
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Snodgrass -- Mary Snodgrass, 74, a resident of Albuquerque for 46 years, died Saturday, March 7, 1998. She is survived by her only daughter, Melinda M. Snodgrass, a screenwriter, and her son-in-law, Carl D. Keim Jr., an Architect-Intern with Flatow, Moore, Shaffer & McCabe. Mrs. Snodgrass was preceded in death by her husband, J. Harry Snodgrass, a prominent New Mexico businessman. Services will be held Wednesday, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Fr. Charles Fish officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be Carl D. Keim, Carl D. Keim Jr., Royce Wideman Jr., Chris Krohn, Dennis Sterosky, and Robert Illfield. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Wednesday, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, family requests that memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas Blvd. NE 87110, or to Presbyterian Hospice, 8300 Constitution NE 87110. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Vigil -- Mary Grande Vigil, born January 6, 1898 lived to be 100 years young. A life-long resident of Albuquerque, she passed away peacefully at St. Francis Nursing Home Thursday, March 5, 1998. She is survived by two children, Carmen Montoya and husband, Antonio, and Martin Vigil and long-time dedicated companion, Helen Kenney. Mary was also a mother to a second family, her granddaughters, Teresa Marie and Connie Louise. She raised the girls with their father when her daughter-in-law, Marie passed away. The girls were ages 4 and 2 at the time. This act of love was a testimony to her spirit of unselfish giving to her family and all those around her. She is also survived by one sister, Rose Garcia of Hesperia, CA; loving granddaughters, Frances Montoya of Albuquerque, Teresa Muldez and husband, Fran of Clayton, NM, Connie Spence and husband, Michael of Star, ID; and grandson, Richard Montoya and wife, Fran of Albuquerque; five great-grandchildren, Rachel Muldez, David Montoya, Mike Montoya, Stephen Montoya and Gabriel Martin Spence. She was preceded in death by her husband, Martin; her parents, Charlie and Carmelita Garcia Grande; her brothers, Diamonte Grande, Milton Grande; and sisters, Margaret Richardi and Felicia Richardson. She had many friends and acquaintances from her many years of service with J.C. Penney in downtown Albuquerque. Mary lived a very active life through her 94th birthday. Her father, Charlie Grande was born in Naples, Italy and was a pioneer businessman in Albuquerque. He was the proprietor of the White House Hotel and Restaurant-Saloon located on Railroad Avenue across the train depot in"New Albuquerque," now known as First Street. The family wishes to acknowledge Carmen and Frances Montoya for their daily loving care of our mother while she was at St. Francis Nursing Home as well as the staff at St. Francis for the wonderful care they gave to Mary over the past five years. Rosary will be held on Sunday, March 8 at 7:00 p.m. at Strong-Thorne Mortuary. A Mass of Catholic Burial will be celebrated at Immaculate Conception Church on Monday, March 9 at 9:00 a.m. Burial will be at Mount Calvary Cemetery.
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Windmoeller -- Fred W. Windmoeller Jr, 81, a resident of Socorro, NM since 1972, passed away on Sunday, March 8, 1998 at his home. He was born September 15, 1916 to Fred W. and Louise (Kohlmann) Windmoeller Sr. in Cincinnati, Ohio. He is survived by his wife, Nell Ludwig Windmoeller Jr. of the home; children, Henry Windmoeller and wife, Stephanie of Chevy Chase, MD, and Louise Swanson and husband, Steve of Littleton, CO; stepchildren, Rosie Tripp and husband, Don Jr. of Socorro, Darlene Anderson and husband, C.B. of Albuquerque, and Charlene Coles and husband, Lonnie of Anthony, NM; grandchildren, Jason Windmoeller, Kelly Swanson, Kerrie Swanson, Katie Swanson, Don Tripp III, Kim Gonzales, Natalie Thompson, Chad Anderson, Justin Coles, and Michele Coles; five great-grandchildren and other relatives and friends. Rosary will be recited Tuesday, March 10, at 7:00 p.m. at San Miguel Catholic church in Socorro. Memorial Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, March 11, at 10:00 A.M. at San Miguel with Father Jacob Joerger, OP as Celebrant. Interment will be in the Socorro Cemetery. Honorary Pallbearers are his grandsons: Jason Windmoeller, Donald Tripp III, Chad Anderson and Justin Coles. In lieu of flowers the family asks that any donations be made to the San Miguel Catholic School, Socorro, NM; Good Samaritan Village, Socorro, NM or a charity of ones choice. Cremation arrangements by Steadman-Hall Funeral Home, Socorro, New Mexico.
        Published on: Tue March 10, 1998

Yates -- Glen Evans Yates, 84, died Friday, March 6, 1998, at a local hospital in Abilene, TX. He is survived by his wife, Laura Ann Kyzar Yates of Abilene, TX; daughter, Charlene Richmond and husband, Richard of Pagosa Springs, CO; sister, Dorothy Evans and husband, Arthur D. of Abilene, TX; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Mr. Yates was preceded in death by his first wife, Helen Rook Yates on January 16, 1992. He was born in Elmer, OK on December 24, 1913. Mr. Yates graduated from high school in Mt. View, OK, and was a 1936 graduate of Oklahoma A & M in Stillwater, OK. He was a sales manager with GMAC for 33 years and moved to Abilene from Albuquerque three years ago. Mr. Yates married Laura Ann Kyzar in Abilene on May 2, 1997. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Albuquerque and a 32nd Degree Mason. Mr. Yates was a U.S. Army Veteran of World War II, serving in the European Theaters and attaining the rank of 1st Lieutenant. Services will be held Tuesday, 2:00 p.m., at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, with Dr. Paul R. Debenport officiating. Entombment will follow. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Tue March 10, 1998