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Adams -- CAROL SUE VALLO September 3, 1943 to May 2, 1993 This Day is Dedicated to: One Who Was Always There One Who Always Cared One Who Always Understood One Like Whom There Was No Other One I Loved Like No Others My Best Friend My Wife, Carol Claudel
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Baldonado -- Richard E. Baldonado, passed away August 30, 1998. He was a native New Mexican and a member of the American Legion Post 13. Mr. Baldonado served in the U.S. Navy and was a member of the Christian Motorcycle Association. He is survived by his children, Theresa Blackwood, Diamond Chavez, Tina Baldonado, and Troy Baldonado and wife, Donna; mother, Claire Blackwood; brother, Bob Blackwood; sister, Cindy Blackwood; very special aunts, Eleanor Baca, Trinie Sanchez, and Fina Chavez; uncle, Louie Baldonado; seven grandchildren; one great-granddaughter, and numerous family and friends who will miss him. Services will be held at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW, with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 3, 1998, and Mass to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, September 4, 1998. Burial will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Joe Giraudo, Louie Baldonado, Bob Blackwood, Frank Chavez, Lawrence Segura, and Steve Giraudo. Honorary pallbearers: Thomas Santiallnes, Mario Giraudo, Bibb Odell, and Stan Lovato. Arrangements by Direct Services, 4501 4th St. NW. 343-8008.
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Blanchette -- Rose T. Blanchette, 81, a resident of Albuquerque since 1959, died Tuesday, September 1, 1998. She is survived by her sister, Marion Cook of Cambridge, MA; and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Blanchette was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Byzantine Rite Catholic Church. She was also a member of the Cactus Club, Handwriting Analysis Club, and Sandia Civitan Club. Rosary will be recited Thursday, 5:00 p.m., at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Byzantine Rite Catholic Church, 1837 Alvarado Dr. NE. Mass will be celebrated Friday, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Byzantine Rite Catholic Church, with Father Christopher L. Zugger, Celebrant. Interment will take place at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be members of Sandia Civitan Club. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Chavarria -- The family and friends of Christopher Gene Chavarria will be saying good-bye on Thursday, September 3, 1998, 12:00 noon, at St. Jude Catholic Church, 5712 Paradise Blvd NW. God called Christopher home early Monday morning. Christopher left behind his parents, Gene and Nellie Chavarria; his brother and sister-in-law, Leroy and Joyce of Albuquerque; his brother, Jerry and sister-in-law, Virginia of Waterloo, NY; and sister, Lee of San Diego, CA have arrived at the family home. Christopher was not only a good son and loving brother, but also a generous and loved uncle and great-uncle to his nieces and nephews, Adam, Dasha, Nathaniel, Jeanie and Jerry Jr. He will also leave behind his best friend, Gary Bearly of Albuquerque. Final good-bye will be held at Mount Calvary Cemetery immediately following. The family suggests casual attire. Hillcrest Funeral Home, 225 San Mateo NE. 265-5959.
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Havens -- Arthur Jake Havens, 59, of Amarillo, TX, died Monday, August 31, 1998. Services were at 10:00 a.m. today in Kingswood United Methodist Church with the Rev. Terry Tamplen of the church officiating. Burial was at 4:00 p.m. MDT today in Village of Roy Cemetery at Roy, NM. Arrangements are by Schooler Funeral Home, 4100 S. Georgia St., Amarillo, TX. Mr. Havens was born in Roy and moved to Amarillo in 1958. He graduated from Roy High School in 1957. He retired as an engineer from Southwestern Bell Telephone Co. after 34 years. After retirement, he worked at Comanche Trail Golf Course and was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church. Survivors include the mother of his children, Mary Cash of Dallas; three sons, Pat Havens of Costa Mesa, CA, Mike Havens of Amarillo and David Havens of Dallas; his mother, Bertha Havens of Albuquerque; three brothers, Leroy Havens, Martin Havens and Wayne Shaw, all of Albuquerque; three sisters, Mary Jane Havens and Christy Hollingsworth, both of Albuquerque and Patsy Herrera of Farmington; a special friend, Priscilla Butts of Amarillo; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. The family requests memorials in lieu of flowers be to the American Cancer Society, 3915 S. Bell St., Amarillo, TX 79109. The family will be at 3202 Westlawn, Amarillo, TX 79102.
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Ladonsky -- Alma M. Ladonsky, 84, a resident of Rio Rancho for the past 25 years, passed away on Monday, August 31, 1998. Alma was born June 8, 1914, the daughter of Joseph and Josephine Tassi Malaspina in New York City, New York. She was a member of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church Altar and Rosary Society. Alma is survived by two nieces, Noel Burr of Ohio and Suzanne Ward of California. Visitation will be held today, Thursday, September 3, 1998, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with the Rosary being recited at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd., at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho, with the Mass of Resurrection on Friday, September 4, 1998, 10:30 a.m., at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church with Msgr. Douglas Raun as Celebrant. Interment will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, 892-9920.
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Lucero -- David R. Lucero (aka) David Duck, 49, a resident of the Albuquerque area since 1972, died Sunday, August 30, 1998. He is survived by his father, Rafael F. Lucero of Brighton, CO; four sisters, Irene Torres and husband, John, Senaida Sean, all of Ft. Lupton, CO, Mary O. Montoya of Commerce City, CO, and Sally Garrett and husband, Chuck of Thornton, CO; five brothers, Henry Lucero and wife, Stella of California, Ralph Lucero and wife, Michelle of Brighton, CO, Manuel Lucero and wife, Rose, James Lucero, all of Thornton, CO, William Lucero of Aurora, CO; partner, S. Craig Tays of Albuquerque; numerous nieces and nephews; very special friends, Kate Bradshaw and Sydney Eusepi, both of Albuquerque, and Alix Carilli of La Luz, NM; Auntie Debbie, Uncle Bill, Richard Lee and Mike Hogrebee; acquired sister, Helen Potter; famous friends, C.J. (Carroll) (Johnson), Little Michael, Tanya and Tina Lebam; and longtime friends, Steve and his son, Jessie Benoit, and Kay Nation; and supernatural friends, Ken and Gail. He was preceded in death by his mother, Tomasita Lucero; and brothers, Guadalupe Lucero and Fred Chavez. Mr. Lucero was a US Army Veteran of the Vietnam War, where he served as a medic and received the Purple Heart. He was an artist, carpenter, musician, gardener, and was instrumental in the restoration of Madrid, NM. Mass was celebrated Wednesday, 12:00 noon, at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church, 2005 Plaza NW, with Fr. Leo Lucero, Celebrant. Pallbearers were Kate Bradshaw, Sydney Eusepi, S. Craig Tays, Alix Carilli, John Montoya, and Henry Lucero. A memorial tribute following the Mass was celebrated in the park in Madrid, NM at 4:00 p.m. Cremation followed the services and interment of cremains will take place in Brighton, CO. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Mcintyre -- Patrick Joseph McIntyre, age 37, died Tuesday, September 1, 1998 at his home following a sudden illness. He is survived by his parents, MaryLee and William Howard McIntyre; sisters, Jennifer Grant, Deborah Yamato, Judge Cecelia Niemczyk and husband, Tom, Sandra Williams and husband, Dr. Arvis, Laureen McIntyre, Mary Campi and husband, Mike, Teresa Guzman and husband, Danny, Karen Schartau and husband, Mike, Susan Alvarez and husband, Gilbert, Sally McIntyre, Melissa McIntyre; brothers, Steve McIntyre, Bruce McIntyre and wife, Marilyn, Paul McIntyre and wife, Sue, Mark McIntyre and wife, Carla; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his brother, Daniel McIntyre. Visitation will be held on Friday, September 4, 1998, from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., in the Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE. A Rosary will be recited following the visitation on Friday at 7:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, September 5, 1998, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic Church, 2532 Vermont NE. Interment will follow in Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Nowers -- Celeste M. Nowers, 92, a resident of Albuquerque since 1981, died Wednesday, August 19, 1998. She is survived by her children, Judith Brown of Albuquerque, Juanita Partington and husband, Patrick of California, William I. Nowers and wife, Jane of Georgia, and Kathleen England and husband, Robert of Albuquerque; 13 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and brother, Calvin DePauw and his wife, Beatrice of Illinois. She was preceded in death by her husband, Stanley I. Nowers, whom she married on September 2, 1931 in Rockford, Illinois. Celeste was very devoted to her family, enjoyed life, and was involved in many activities at her residence, including her bridge games. Mrs. Nowers was a member of the Aquinas Newman Center. Services will be held Friday, September 4, 1998, 1:30 p.m., at La Vida Llena (Carter Hall), 10501 Lagrima de Oro NE, with Father Bob Keller officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to St. Francis Mission Church, P.O. Box 778, White River, AZ 85941 or a charity of your choice. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Plummer -- Vera Sophia Plummer, 78, a resident of Rio Rancho for the past five years, coming here from Hilton Head, South Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 1998. Vera was born January 24, 1920, the daughter of Bertin and Emily Johanson Swanson in Chicago, IL. Vera was a member of Calvary Lutheran Church, a member of the choir, and played the piano for the church choir. Vera is survived by her husband, Robert; three children, Robert"Ted" S. Plummer Jr., Janice Leigh Dick, and Sonja Sophia Plummer, all of Rio Rancho; one brother, Clifford Bertin Swanson of Poway, CA; four grandchildren, Karin Carlson Plummer, James Stedman Plummer, Michael John Dick, and Geoffrey Robert Dick. Services for Vera will be Saturday, September 5, 1998, 10:00 a.m., at Calvary Lutheran Church, Unser and Abrazo, Rio Rancho, with the Rev. Donald Neidigk officiating. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, 892-9920.
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Ruhl -- Marcella Clara Ruhl, 88, a resident of Rio Rancho for the past 41 years, passed away on Tuesday, September 1, 1998. Marcella was born May 18, 1910, the daughter of Carl and Clara Knobs Klem in St. Louis, Missouri. She was a member of the P.S.T. Association, and had worked as a secretary for the Southern Union Gas Company, before it became PNM. Marcella is survived by her son, Charles Ruhl and wife, Marjorie of California; and one sister, Deloris Steinle of Florida. A memorial service will be held on Friday, September 4, 1998 at 10:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd., at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho. Officiating will be the Rev. Walter F. Smith III. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, 892-9920.
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Sanchez -- In Loving Memory of My Beloved Wife, VERONICA G. SANCHEZ Born May 4, 1926 Died Aug. 3, 1998 May God have you and our little great-granddaughter, (Celeste). In the glory of heaven resting in peace. We love you and miss you very much. May God bless you always. (Bama and Celeste). Your loving husband, Albert and your loving children and grandchildren.
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Sandoval -- Daniel Anthony Sandoval died peacefully with his wife at his side August 29, 1998 in Houston, TX. Born on October 6, 1962 in Albuquerque. He was a resident of Albuquerque until his marriage on October 22, 1997. He worked as a chef for many restaurants in the Albuquerque area. He started his career when he was only 16 years old, working as a chef's helper at the Albuquerque airport. During his career, he worked at Gino's, Nicole's at the Marriott, Hyatt Regency, Artichoke Cafe and Andre's. He was preceded in death by his father, Joe Bennie Sandoval. He is survived by his wife, Cristal Sandoval of Houston, TX; his mother, Betty Sandoval of Albuquerque; brothers, Claude Sandoval and wife, Cathy of Albuquerque, Tim Sandoval of Toas, NM, and Leonard Sandoval of Albuquerque; sisters, Ruth Nunez and husband, Henry, Dolores Algire and husband, John, and Loretta Sandoval, all of Albuquerque, and Janis Carbajal and husband, Daniel of Silver City, NM; his Goddaughter, Julia; 18 nieces and nephews; 13 great-nieces and nephews; several aunts and uncles; and many friends. Daniel will be missed by all who loved him. At his request, he was cremated and buried in Houston, TX. A memorial service will be celebrated on Saturday, September 5, 1998, 10:00 a.m., at San Jose Catholic Church, 2401 Broadway SE, with Rev. Joseph A. Farias, SDB officiating.
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Scoglietti -- John Anthony Scoglietti, 74, a resident of Albuquerque, died September 1, 1998. He is survived by his loving wife, Barbara Scoglietti; step-son, Robert Fairbanks; step-daughter, Danise Fairbanks; four grandchildren, Bob, Michael, Elizabeth and Anthony Cody Fairbanks; brothers, Fred, Mike and Jimmy Scoglietti; and sister, Rose Mancari. Rosary will be recited Friday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Friday, from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Memorial contributions can be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital, 505 N. Parkway, Memphis, TN 38101.
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Street -- Marian A. Street, 86, beloved mother of Carolyn Mishler and mother-in-law of Deacon Ricardo Mishler of Holy Rosary Catholic Church, was called home to be with the Lord Tuesday, September 1, 1998. A Memorial Rosary will be recited this evening, 7:00 p.m., at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Saturday, September 5, 1998 at 9:00 a.m., also at the church with Fr. Joel Garner as Celebrant. Services are under the direction of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW.
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Torres -- Sixto Torres, age 45, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away on August 30, 1998. He is survived by his sons, Sixto J. Torres, Joe Ben Barela and Rubiane Valdez, Sonny Barela; brother, Isidro Torres Jr. and wife, Ruby; numerous nieces and nephews; numerous God children; grandchildren, Anthony Barela, Benjamin Barela and Sonny Archuleta. Sixto was preceded in death by his parents, Isidro and Mary Torres. He graduated from Albuquerque High School. He served his country in the U.S. Navy. A Rosary will be recited on Thursday, September 3, 1998, 7:00 p.m., at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. A memorial mass will be celebrated on Friday, September 4, 1998, 9:30 a.m., at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1818 Coal Pl. SE, with Father Thai Tran as Celebrant. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Wheeler -- William Harold Wheeler passed away on September 1, 1998 at the family home in Albuquerque. He was born in Oglesby, TX and served in the US Navy. He married Cleo Springstead in April 1956 in El Paso, TX, where they lived until moving to Albuquerque in 1963. He attended the University of New Mexico, where he studied history-a subject he loved. He worked for the Federal Aviation Administration for 28 years and was an East Area Staff Officer. He was a member of Academy Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his father, William Alton Wheeler in 1964; and by a son, William Alton Wheeler in 1982. He is survived by his wife, Cleo Wheeler of Albuquerque; a daughter, Melanie D. DeNardis and husband, Gary of Edgewood, NM; a son, Matthew Kirk Wheeler and wife, Pamela of Bernalillo, NM; his mother, Mildred Wheeler of Albuquerque; a brother, Tommy Wheeler and wife, Betty of El Paso, TX; and two grandchildren, Anthony Gary DeNardis and Matthew William DeNardis, both of Edgewood, NM. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, at Sandia Funeral Care. Services are scheduled for 10:00 a.m., Friday, in the Chapel of Sandia Funeral Care with Rev. Jack Stricklan of Community Bible Fellowship officiating. Burial will follow the service in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements are provided by Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE. .DMP
        Published on: Thu September 03, 1998