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Bond -- Clarence Oliver Bond, born October 26, 1939 in Taos, NM, died June 12, 1998 in Tucson, AZ. A great cowboy rides into the sunset, following a valiant and arduous five year battle against prostate cancer, fought side by side with his wife, Sharon. Clarence has passed on to be with his beloved mother, Naomi and his father, Rex who preceded him in death. Clarence, although a humble man, was one of those larger than life figures who fought to good fight and outlived the prognosis of his doctors by almost three years so that he might spend as much time as possible with his family and friends. It is said that all men die, but not all men truly live. Clarence is a man who truly lived! After devoting five years of his life to public service with the Albuquerque Police Department, he moved his talent and determination into the business world eventually helping to found Hacienda Home Centers, one of New Mexico's most popular home improvement chains. Shortly after retiring in his late 40's he became restless and along with his son, Kirby and other family members began a quest to build some of the most popular niteclubs in the southwest which eventually grew to include Midnight Rodeo, Gotham and Zippers in New Mexico; The Wild Wild West, Isla Tiburon, Boardwalk, Diamond Jims, New West and Gotham in Arizona and Rockin Rodeo in California. Clarence is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Sharon; his eternally grateful children, Kirby, Ross, Wade, Jessica and Kristin; his brothers, Wayne, Ronnie, Mike and sister, Judith. He leaves behind two adoring grandchildren, Hunter and Shelby who thought that the earth revolved around him and will miss him more than words can convey. Also he is survived by numerous nieces and nephews and many friends and admirers. As per Clarence's request, there will be no formal services. Arrangements by Evergreen Mortuary & Cemetery, Tucson, AZ. A memorial concert in his honor will take place at the New West in Tucson on November 27, 1998. Donations can be made for prostate cancer research to Healing Touch Oncology, 4676 Admiralty Way #101, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292. Vaya Con Dios Clarence. We Love You!
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Bridges -- In Memory of Garry W. Bridges August 20, 1944 - June 14, 1997.There couldn't be a better time To pause and reminisce Not about the big things But little things I miss.A shaggy little dog adored By this strong macho man. A cup of coffee A telephone call Early morning chats.Being made the center of attention In every holiday plan Someone to care and help With lifes ups and downs No matter big or small. Though the big things may escape me It's the little things I miss Which bring back joyful memories When I pause to reminisce. Garry, We all know that you are at peace now, but we sure miss all those little things you did to make life just a little bit brighter. The music isn't quite as sweet now. Your Loving family: Mom and Dad, The Petersons, The Schooleys and The Waters.
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Chavez -- IN LOVING MEMORY OF JOSEFITA O. CHAVEZ "TINY GRANDMA" It's been one year since our Lord sent for you. We have come to understand why, it is still sorrowful and we miss you so very much. We have the consolation of all our wonderful memories of you, Grandma, how I used to perm you hair, polish your tiny fingernails, paint your kitchen & put your fresh clean curtains up to make your house so comfortable & welcoming to all. We all have our special memories & miss you dearly.FOREVER IS TOO FAR TO SEE Forever is too far to see From where we stand today But loved ones who have reached ahigher view Have found a perfect home Where every sorrow goes away, And there they wait To welcome me and you . . .And though they go ahead of us To that eternal land, We can be sure they've found A happy place, And someday in the future, At our own life's journeys end, We'll gladly great each other Face to Face.I love you Grandma & miss you with all my heart. From Margie With special thoughts from all of your loving family, Jennie, Merilyn, Angela, Jessica, Andrea, Sebastian & Ramon.
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Clew -- Mrs. Mable Clew, 69, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on June 12, 1998. Mrs. Clew is survived by her beloved husband of 37 years, Thomas Clew; two daughters, Ida Elizabeth Marin and husband, Lucio and Yvonne Sabrina Gurule and husband, Erminio; mother, Filomena Garcia; four sisters, Odelia Lucero, Sylvia Sanchez, Nancy Garcia and Betty Garcia; one brother, Jeronimo Garcia and wife, Molly; seven grandchildren, Francesca, Tomasina, Steven, Veronica, Cosme, Guadalupe and Tom. Mrs. Clew was a member of the Catholic Church. Visitation will be Sunday afternoon in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Dr., SW from 5:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. with a Rosary to be recited at 6:00 p.m. by Deacon Tibo Chavez. Final Visitation will be Monday morning from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. in the St. Anne Church with mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m., Monsignor Joaquin Baza, Celebrant. Interment will follow in the San Jose De Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Rudy Garcia, Allen Lucero, Robert Chavez, Mark Garcia, Lucio Marin and Michael Lucero. Honorary pallbearers will be David Chavez and Marvin Sanchez. Gabaldon Mortuary in charge of arrangements.
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Crockett -- We greatly appreciate all of our dear friends who took the time to help us during our time of sorrow, whether it was food, cards, essentials, a hug or a kiss on the cheek. . . Thank you. With your giving hearts and helpful hands, may God bless each and every one of you, as you are very dear to us. All our love, Shirley Crockett and the family of Charlie"Bill" Crockett. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Dehon -- William Nixon (Bill) passed away June 4, 1998, surrounded by loving family and friends. Bill was born on March 4, 1932, in Great Falls, Montana, to Marie and Roland Dehon. He grew up in Montana. His Air National Guard unit was called up to serve during the Korean War. Upon his discharge he attended the University of Montana in Missoula where he received his B.A. and M.A. in English. He taught high school English in Fort Benton, Montana, and Powell, Wyoming. In 1958 he married Sally Anne Rose on Lookout Mountain in Colorado. They moved to Albuquerque in 1961 where Bill worked for Sandia Laboratories for 10 years- first on the Lab News then in Training and Development. During the 1970's he worked for the City of Albuquerque and the University of New Mexico. Bill then worked in Human Resources at GTE and Siemens from 1979 to 1990. Before retiring in 1995, Bill worked in the Rehabilitation Department of Goodwill Industries of New Mexico. Bill was a devoted husband and father. He loved the Montana and New Mexico mountains where the family hiked, backpacked and camped out regularly. The family cabin high in the Pecos has been a cherished retreat. Bill also was an avid reader, Journal writer and artist. Bill was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Donald. Survivors include his wife, Sally; son, David and his wife, Shirley; daughter, Anne; grandchildren, Michelle, Samantha, and Ashley Dehon, all of Albuquerque. Other survivors include grandchildren, Katherine and Larry Slone of Columbus, MS; mother-in-law, Peg Rose of Great Falls, MT; stepmother, Naomi Dehon, Coeur D'Alene, ID; and sister-in-law, JoAnn Dehon, Boulder, CO. A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, June 15, 1998, in the Palm Chapel at Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE. An additional celebration of Bill's life will follow at the family home, 1504 Ridgecrest Dr. SE. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. Se, in charge of arrangements. The family would appreciate Memorial contributions be made to Healthcare for the Homeless, P.O. Box 25445, Alb, NM 87125
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Duncan -- Robert Manly Duncan. September 12, 1903-June 12, 1998. R.M. Duncan was born in Estelline Texas. He moved to New Mexico as a teenager, graduating from Farmington High School in 1921. He graduated from Oberlin College in 1926. He spent the next two years teaching at the Insituto Ingles in Santiago, Chile. Upon his return to the U.S., he began his doctoral studies and received his Ph.D. in Romance Philology from the University of Wisconsin in 1936. He was on the faculty at UNM from 1937 until his retirement in 1969. During his tenure as Chairman of the Department of Modern and Classical Languages, the department as well as the university received national recognition for the excellence of the language program. He showed a lifelong interest in Spain, and was a past president of the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese. His concern for the for the welfare of educators in New Mexico led him to be instrumental in the creation of the Public Employees Retirement Act and he served on the board of that organization for several years. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Nina B. Duncan, and his second wife, Betty W. Duncan. He is survived by his wife, Breck; son, Robert B. Duncan and wife, Barbara; daughter, Nancy D. Swigger and husband, Ron; son, John Wm. Duncan II and wife, Fran; and four grandchildren, Jocelyn Swigger, Bettina Swigger, Juan Ramon Duncan, and Rebeca Marjorie Duncan. A memorial service is pending. Memorial contributions may be made to the University of New Mexico Library or the New Mexico Symphony Orchestra.
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Faulkner -- A truly fine man left us suddenly Thursday morning, June 11, 1998. Richard D. Faulkner, 81, had lived in Albuquerque for 54 years, moving here from Newport News, VA with his young family. Dick is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Jean; their son, David Faulkner; their daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Tom Slates; their grandson, Michael Faulkner, all of Albuquerque; and their granddaughter, Lisa Holder of San Marcos, TX. He is also survived by his brother and sister-in-law, John and Helen Faulkner of Franklin, Michigan. A small group of friends and family will gather Sunday, June 14 from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. at the family home to celebrate his rich life. Should friends desire, contributions may be made in Dick's memory to All Faith's Receiving Home, P.O. Box 6573, Albuquerque, NM 87197.
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Gallego -- Ida Gallego passed away peacefully on Saturday morning June 13, 1998 at the age of 96. Services are pending for Tuesday, June 16, 1998. Sunrise Society. 891-8200
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Garcia -- Mr. Eli C. Garcia, 73, a resident of Milan, NM, passed away on June 10, 1998. Mr. Garcia is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, Julia M. Garcia; two sons, Rudy E. Garcia and wife, Diana and Rodney C. Garcia and wife Patsy; one sister, Mary Jane Valdez; two brothers, James D. Garcia and wife, Viola and Gabe G. Garcia and wife, Polly; daughter-in-law, Rhonda Garcia; sisters-in-law, Marie Garcia, Helen Garcia and Lucy Garcia; three grandsons, Shaun, Marco and Randy; five granddaughters, Charmayne, Brianne, Roselia, Monica and Melanie. Mr. Garcia was preceded in death by son, Randy Garcia in 1982. Mr. Garcia was a member of the Catholic Church, a veteran of the U.S. Army serving in WWII, an educator and principal for the Grants Public School system and the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Visitations will be Sunday afternoon in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Dr. from 2p.m. until 3p.m. with a rosary to be recited at 3p.m. by Deacon Pat Santistevan. Final visitation will be Monday morning in the Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Church, 5415 Fortuna NW from 8:30 a.m. until 9 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9 a.m. Father Bill Day, Celebrant. Committal service will be Monday at 12 p.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery Pallbearers will be Alfred Treadmill, Joe D. Garcia, Jerry Garcia, Austin Glover, Leroy Maes and John Gurule. Honorary Pallbearers will be all his students from the past 41 years. Gabaldon Mortuary in charge of arrangements.
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Garcia -- Pete C. Garcia, 49, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away June 10, 1998. He is survived by his wife, Dixie Garcia; children, Shareen and Kevyn Garcia; parents, Cristobal and Emily; two sisters, Bobby and Margaret; three brothers, Steve and wife, America, Mike and Dave; and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Sunday, June 14, 1998, from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the prayer service, which will be at 5:00 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services will be Monday, June 15, 1998, 10:30 a.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Mark Stefanov officiating. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Hillcrest Funeral Home, 225 San Mateo NE, 265-5959
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Hernandez -- Rose H. Hernandez, 79, and a life long resident of Albuquerque, passed away on June 12, 1998. She was a member of San Felipe Catholic Church in Old Town. Rose was preceded in death by her brothers, sisters, and her granddaughter Angela Abeyta. She is survived by her daughter Anita Griego and husband, Gregg of Albuquerque; grandchildren, David Abeyta, Alex Abeyta, and Jerry Winans all of Albuquerque, great grandchildren, Willie Russell III, Julie Abeyta, Jacob Abeyta, Angela Abeyta, Vanessa Abeyta, David Robert Abeyta and Alicia Abeyta, all of Albuquerque. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and friends who loved and will miss her. Services will be held at St. Anne Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal Rd. SW., with Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. on Monday June 15, 1998, and mass to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday June 16, 198. Burial will follow at San Jose De Armijo Cemetery. Burial arrangements by Direct Services, 4501 4th St. SW 343-8008.
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Hindi -- Amelia Hindi, 77, a resident of Duran, NM, passed away on Friday, June 12, 1998. She is survived by her husband, Samuel Hindi of Duran, NM; sister-in-law, Delores Vicente of Vaughn, NM; nieces, Alice Marcilla, Delores Madril; nephew, Joe M. Vicente; great-nieces and nephews, Tina, Lisa, Krista, Teresa, Joseph, Lance and Tessa. Visitation will be held on Saturday, June 13, 1998 from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. at Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE. Rosaries will be recited Saturday, June 13, at San Juan Catholic Church, Duran NM at 7:00 p.m., and Sunday, June 14, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Vaughn, NM at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held Monday, June 15, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Vaughn Cemetery. Pallbearers will be: Nabay Hindi Jr., Moneer Hindi, Jamil Hindi, Andy Cordova, Rick Gallegos, Joseph Garcia, George Del Curto and Jade Gallegos. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate that donations be made to to the New Mexico Diabetic Association, 717 Encino Pl NE, Alb, NM, 87102. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave., SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Jackson -- George Whitley Jackson, 81, died Thursday, June 11, 1998. He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret. George is survived by his sons, Chris and wife, Jo of Dallas, TX, Phil and wife, Kathy of Albuquerque; daughters, Carola Harper and husband, Jack, of Dallas TX, Jayne Jackson and husband, Frank Tabor, of Albuquerque; 11 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and boundless friends. His unwavering love and loyalty will be missed by many; his spirit never lost. George has donated his body to the UNM Medical School. A memorial service is pending.
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Koerner -- Jean Koerner, 69, a resident of Rio Rancho for the past ten years, passed away on Thursday, June 11, 1998. Jean was born September 29, 1928, the daughter of Pasquale and Concetta Cippoletti in Brooklyn, NY. Jean was an Auxiliary Legionnaire of the American Legion. Jean is survived by her husband, John, of Rio Rancho; son, John Koerner of Rio Rancho; three grandchildren, Amy, Jason and Julie Koerner. Visitation will be Sunday, June 14, 1998 from 4 to 8 p.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho. The Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Vista Mortuary on Sunday, June 14, 1998. The Mass of Resurrection will be Monday, June 15, 1998 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church with Msgr. Douglas Raun as the Celebrants. Entombment will follow in the Floral Gardens Mausoleum at Vista Verde Memorial Park. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary.
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Lee -- Clifford Leon Lee, 80, a resident of Belen for over 20 years, died Tuesday, June 9, 1998. He is survived by his sisters, Lillian Smith of Starr, SC, Wilma Jeter of Pocahontas, AR, Juanita Shelton of Derby, KS, and Faye Carpenter of Pittsburg, TX; brother, Curtis Lee of Pittsburg, TX; and numerous nieces and nephews including Teresa G. Chaparro of Albuquerque, NM. Mr. Lee was preceded in death by his wife, Stella Majalca Lee. He retired from the U.S. Army after serving in both WWII ad the Korean Conflict. Mr. Lee loved his family, animals, and the outdoors. Graveside services were held Saturday, 11:00 a.m., at Vista Memory Gardens in T or C, NM, with Pastor Rick Forthman, officiating. Pallbearers were members of the Ft. Bliss Honor Guard. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd., NE.
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Olguin -- The family of Bernardino (Bernie) Olguin, would like to thank all their relatives and friends for the kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement. To Father Conrad, St. Charles Church, Celebrant of the funeral mass, to Deacon Pat Santistevan for reciting the Rosary and to the pallbearers. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Dr., SW in charge of arrangements.
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Perry -- IN MEMORY OF DEAN BERRYHILL PERRY Passed away May 1, 1998. Service on Wednesday, June 17, 1998, 10:30 a.m., at the Meadows Club House, 7112 Pan American Frwy. NE, Albuquerque.
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Pinkerton -- June Emojean Pinkerton, 89, a resident of Hillsboro, OR and formerly of Albuquerque, passed away June 9, 1998. Mrs. Pinkerton was born June 23, 1908 to William J. and Ida L. Panky Nossaman in Pagosa Springs, CO where she grew up and completed school. While working as a telephone operator, she met and married John A. Pinkerton in Aztec, NM on February 20, 1940. He was her supervisor at the telephone company where she was working. During World War II, they moved to Bremerton, WA, where Mr. Pinkerton worked in the naval shipyards. They moved to Cortez, CO in 1947 and lived there until 1951 when they moved to Albuquerque, where they built a home. John preceded her in death in 1985. In 1994, she moved to Hillsboro, OR and had been a resident at Cornell Estates until ill health required her to move where she could receive the medical care she needed. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Perry and Dianne Pinkerton of Hillsboro, OR; a nephew, Wade Nossaman of Denver, CO; and a host of dear friends. A service of remembrance will be held Tuesday, June 16, 1998, 2:00 p.m. at Hillcrest Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will be at Sunset Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of you choice or Washington County Hospice, 427 SE Eighth Ave., Hillsboro, OR 97123. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE. 265-5959.
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Skau -- Walter F. Skau, a resident of Rio Rancho, NM, passed away on June 11 at a local hospital. He was 80. Mr. Skau was born on November 17, 1917 to Neil I. and Frances Skau in Illinois. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Martha of the family home; two daughters, Karen and Tom McMahan of Munster, IN, Peggy and Wayne Shipman of Carrollton, TX; four sons, Michael Skau of Omaha, NE, Kenneth and Kathleen Skau of Cincinnati, OH, Gerald and Eileen Skau of Ann Arbor, MI, Philip and Janet Skau of Phoenix, AZ; 11 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and a sister, Helen Berg of IN. He served with the 5th Armored Army in WWII. He was employed with the REA Express Co. as a Traffic Manager before retirement. He belonged to the AARP Chapter 663, Knight of Columbus #6696, American Legion Post 118 and the West Mesa Chapter of the Disabled American Veterans Post 5. Visitation will be held at Rio Rancho Funeral Home Sunday, June 14, 1998 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church on Monday, June 15, 1998 at 11:00 a.m. with interment following at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. Floral arrangements may be made by calling 891-9192. Rio Rancho Funeral Home; 2400 Southern Blvd., Rio Rancho, NM.
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Smith -- Harley"Johnny" W. Smith, Jr., 80, a resident of Albuquerque since 1964, died Thursday, June 11. He is survived by his brother, Roy J. Smith and wife, Pat, of Greenwich, OH, and sister, Carolyn Prather, and husband, Robert, of Rochester, NY, and many nieces and nephews. Mr. Smith was an Air Force veteran of WWII. Graveside services will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at Sandia Memory Gardens Cemetery, 9500 San Pedro, NE with Pastor Rick Donaho, officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to a charity of your choice. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Steel -- Geneva F. Steel passed away on June 12, 1998, at the Veteran's Administration Medical Center. She was born August 5, 1918 in Rutland, North Dakota. She received her Nurse's training at st. Luke's Hospital in Fargo, North Dakota and served honorably in the Army Nurse Corps, Fortieth General Hospital. She was stationed in France and England from 1943 to 1945. She served in the European Theater during World War II, accompanying the fighting troops when they landed on Utah Beach during D-Day. She was married to Major Byron Steel, USAF, who preceded her in death on October 13, 1953. She is survived by her children, Thomas and Susan. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Byron, Austin and Sharanne Bruner, wife of Brett Bruner. Memorial services will be held at St. Paul Lutheran Church on Tuesday, June 16, at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Disabled American Veterans.
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Tanner -- Miss. Mabel George Tanner, died May 2, 1998. Memorial Services for Mrs. Tanner will be held on Sunday, June 14, 1998, at 2:00 p.m., at the Albuquerque Gardens Center, with Brother Bill Williams officiating. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 3rd St. SW.
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Valenzuela -- Funeral services for Mr. Juan Ramon Valenzuela will be held on Monday at the Holy Child Parish in Tijeras, NM where the Prayer Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Tijeras Cemetery. A rosary will be recited on Sunday evening at 7:00 p.m. at the Salazar and Sons Mortuary, 400 3rd St. SW. In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to the Juan Ramon Valenzuela Memorial Fund at First Security Bank. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 3rd St. SW.
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