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Baca -- Rafael V. Baca was a charming, young at heart man with a sense of humor that could lift anyone's spirits. He will be remembered with love by many of his friends and family. His generosity, compassion for others, and understanding will be treasures that we will keep in our hearts and memories forever. The family would like to thank everyone involved in helping us during this difficult time. Thanks to those who attended the services, all the words of encouragement and sympathy, the cards, flowers, food and hugs. They are deeply appreciated. A special thanks to French Mortuary for their professionalism and compassion, Our Lady of Annunciation Parish, and Deacon Sandy Hall for their support. A special thanks to the New Mexico Air National Guard's Honor Guard for the outstanding performance of the military honors and respect shown to our Dad. Dad was a gentleman, father and friend who gave his love unconditionally. He will be missed dearly. The Baca Family.
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Barlett -- Georgia Mae Barlett (Travis) Madson, a resident of Belen, passed away on November 6, 1998. Georgia was born on March 30, 1914 in Tulia, Swisher County, Texas to George Morgan and Cora Ellen Bartlett, she was a twin. She grew up in West Texas and married Guss Travis in 1930. To this union were three sons, Jimmie, Gayle, and Elton. Guss passed away in 1961. She married Jack Madson in 1956 and he passed away in 1985. She is preceded in death by her parents George and Cora Bartlett; brother, Bart Bartlett; sisters, Gayle Harold and Erma Green. Georgia is survived by her sons, Jimmie Travis, Gayle and his wife, Alice, Elton Travis and his wife, Leta; five grandchildren, Telease, Jimmie Kyle, Allen, Rhonda, and Pam; great-grandchildren, Brooke, Derek, Nathan, Travis and Ashli; her twin sister, Fay Mangum of Las Vegas, NV. She is also survived by many loving friends, nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, at 11:00 a.m. at Romero Funeral Home with Reverend Milford Misener officiating. Interment will follow at Terrace Grove Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Alan and Kyle Travis, Bob Ratisseau, Rick Johnson, Tom Blaine, Hermon Towner, and Bill Hedrick. Honorary pallbearers will be Leroy Huronymus, D.C. Jones, James Fort Jr.., T.J. Dodson, and Alvin Chick. Romero Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Bertman -- Violet (Vicki) Bertman, beloved mother and wife, passed away on November 3, 1998 after a short illness resulting from a brain hemorrhage. She is survived by her loving husband, Lloyd; her three children, Lee, Lynn and Michele; her six grandchildren, Danny, Adam, Michael, Jonathan, Nichole, and Tyler; and many special friends whose lives she touched with her beauty, vitality, generosity, and love. A private service was held for the immediate family on November 4th. Her family wishes to thank friends and relatives for the many cards, telephone calls, and words and prayers of support. In lieu of flowers, should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made in her name to Mothers Against Drunk Driving, 8200 Mountain Rd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110 or to the charity of choice. Sunrise Society, (891-8200).
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Chavez -- Albina A. Chavez, 85, a resident of Los Chavez, passed away on November 6, 1998. She was a member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church, and the cursillo movement. She was preceded in death by her grandchildren, Bobby Lopez, Jose Jesse Chavez, great-grandchildren, Andrew Peralta, and infant son, Ismael Chavez, infant daughter, Florence Chavez, brothers, Elfego, Mateo and Manuel Alderete. Albina is survived by her husband, Jose Jesus Chavez of the family home in Los Chavez; sons, Joe Chavez Jr. and his wife, Tillie of Barstow, CA; Eloy Chavez and wife, Alice of Barstow, CA; Ruben Chavez and his wife, Cecilia of Los Chavez, Raymond and his wife, Rosaline of Albuquerque, Gilbert and his wife, Rosie of Los Chavez, Orlando and his wife, Viola of Barstow, CA; daughters, Florence Ortega and her husband, Anthony of Belen, Eva Peralta and her husband, Eloy of Barstow, CA, Lydia Lopez and her husband, Robert of Belen, Sally Alires and her husband, Paul of Albuquerque, Isabel and granddaughter, Jessica Chavez of Los Chavez; 46 grandchildren; 81 great-grandchildren; brothers, Rosendo, Pete of Barstow, CA, and Vicente and his wife, Virginia Alderete of Albuquerque; sisters, Clorinda Padilla of Los Chavez, Luz Tafoya, Annie Chavoya of Barstow, CA; sisters-in-law, Emma and Bernardita Alderete of Albuquerque. She is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, friends and other relatives. Viewing will be held on Monday at 6:00 p.m. followed by a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Tuesday at 12:00 p.m. also at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. Interment will follow at the Our Lady of Belen Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be her sons, Gilbert, Joe, Orlando, Eloy, Ruben and Raymond. Honorary pallbearers will be Albina's grandchildren and her great-grandchildren. Romero Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Cook -- The family of Dorothy T. Cook, wishes to express their gratitude for the kind expressions of sympathy during their time of need. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, in charge of arrangements.
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Cuollo -- The family of Joseph Santo Cuollo wishes to extend their sincere appreciation to all relatives and freinds who were so kind and supportive during their recent loss of their child. Services were under the direction of Garcia Mortuary.
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Gabel -- Anna Gabel, 87, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Wednesday, November 4, 1998. She is survived by her son, George Gabel, Jr. and wife, Joan; grandchildren, Pam Dudoich of Albuquerque, Bonnie Roth of Ohio and Chris Gabel of California; and great-grandchildren, Ryan and Sheena Manyo, Stephanie and Stephen Gabel, and Rachel Roth. She was born in Indianapolis, ID in 1911. Memorial services will be held Tuesday, 10:00 a.m., at the Church of Risen Savior, 7701 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Father Paul Baca officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas NE 87110. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Garcia -- Mr. Rudy R. Garcia, 58, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on November 6, 1998. Mr. Garcia is survived by his beloved wife of 30 years, Jeanette; two sons, Tony Garcia and wife, Michelle and Rudy Garcia Jr.; two grandchildren, Joshua and Alicia; his sister, Lizzie Herrera and husband, Juan; his brother, Augustine Garcia and daughter, Sonia; many aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces and cousins. Mr. Garcia was a member of the catholic church. Visitation will be Monday evening in the San Felipe de Neri Church, 2005 Plaza NW from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with at Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Final visitation will be Tuesday morning in the church from 10:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:30 a.m., Father Leo Lucero, Celebrant. Interment will follow in the San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Rene Rael, Peter Miera, Joseph Castro, Felix Carriaga, David Michelback and Larry Michelback. Honorary pallbearers will be Jimmy Gonzales and Anthony Michelback. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Dr., SW in charge of arrangements.
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Garcia -- The family of Mr. Ruben Michael Garcia would like to thank all their relatives and friends for the kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement, to Deacon Nestor Garcia for reciting the rosary, officiating the communion service and the graveside service and to the pallbearers. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd, SW, in charge of arrangements.
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Hannah -- Robert I. Hannah was born in Cambuslang, Scotland, May 18, 1911, and died November 6, 1998. He was raised in Saskatoon, Canada; emigrated to Buffalo, New York in 1924; lived in Rochester, New York; and had made his home in Albuquerque since 1939. Mr. Hannah attended Ohio Weslyan College for three years and graduated from the University of New Mexico in 1941. He taught World History for 30 years at Albuquerque High School, retiring in 1973. He is survived by his nieces, Patricia Hannah, Lancaster, CA, Cathy Hockin, Vancouver, British Columbia, and Joan Hannah, Suto, Hamburg, NY; nephews, William Cox, Los Angeles, and William Hannah and wife, Blanche of Forestville, NY; and special great-nephew, Jack Hockin and wife, Pat Rafferty of West Vancouver, British Columbia. Also surviving is his longtime friend, Don W. Allen. Cremation will be under the care of Sunrise Society, (891-8200).
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Harkcom -- Clifford W. Harkcom, 68, died Sunday, November 1, 1998 at Presbyterian Hospital. He is survived by his wife, Ann; daughter and grandson, Joanne and Kirk Pelowski, daughter and son-in-law, Leora and Robert Reeves; five brothers and one sister. Cliff was retired from the Army and FAA. He was an avid square and round dancer since 1972. A private service has been held. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Arthritis and kidney foundations in his memory.
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Jaramillo -- A Rosary for Natividad Jaramillo will be recited this evening, 7:00 p.m., at Holy Child Catholic Church in Carnuel, NM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, 10:00 a.m., also at the church. Interment will follow at Holy Child Cemetery. Casket bearers will be David Jaramillo, Toby Jaramillo, Jr., Leroy Sanchez, Diego Sanchez, Isaac Jaramillo, and Cy Gomez. Honorary bearers will be Jessica Jaramillo and Greg Jaramillo. Services under the direction of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW.
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Jaramillo -- A Rosary for Natividad Jaramillo will be recited this evening, 7:00 p.m., at Holy Child Catholic Church in Carnuel, NM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, 10:00 a.m., also at the church. Interment will follow at Holy Child Cemetery. Casket bearers will be David Jaramillo, Toby Jaramillo, Jr., Leroy Sanchez, Diego Sanchez, Isaac Jaramillo, and Cy Gomez. Honorary bearers will be Jessica Jaramillo and Greg Jaramillo. A special thank you to the Paloma Blanca Nursing Center and Sandia Hospice for the wonderful care they gave Natividad Jaramillo. Services under the direction of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW.
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Joseph -- Peter M. Joseph, 39, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away November 5, 1998. Services will be announced. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE 265-6969
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King -- BILLY KING, JR. May 5, 1965 - Nov. 8, 1994It seems like yesterday and yet forever since you've been gone. We still miss you.Mom, Diane, Mike, Kim, Dustin
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King -- The family of Marianne King wishes to extend their sincere appreciation to all relatives and freinds who were so kind and sympathetic during their recent loss. Services were under the direction of Garcia Mortuary.
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LaPine -- Virginia McManus LaPine, 91, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, November 3, 1998. She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Alfred (Bill) LaPine; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sister, Josephine Salzman; and a brother, John B. McManus, Jr. Mrs. LaPine taught in the Albuquerque Public Schools for 44 years, retiring in 1969 as music director. She was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma. Mrs. LaPine was also member of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. Cremation has taken place and a memorial rosary will be recited Friday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE. Memorial Mass will be celebrated Saturday, 10:00 a.m., at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1818 Coal Place SE. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to Casa Angelica Home, 5629 Isleta Blvd. SW, 87105. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Lawler -- Robert J. Lawler, 86, a resident of Rio Rancho, passed away on Thursday, November 5, 1998. He is survived by three daughters; two sons; two grandchildren; and one sister. He was a veteran of WWII, having served in the U.S. Army in the European Theatre. He was an avid golfer and a member of the American Legion for many years. No services are planned. A private family burial will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your favorite charity. Cremation arrangements entrusted to Sunrise Society of New Mexico, 891-8200.
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Lopez -- Rev. Patrick Lopez, born in Socorro, passed away during his sleep on November 6, 1998 at the age of 70. Patrick is survived by his beloved wife of 20 years, Colleen Lopez; brothers, Nep Lopez and wife, Katie, Ralph Lopez and wife, Celia; sisters, Pauline Baca, Rose Baca, Jane Vargas, Molly and husband, John Diedier, and Marcella and husband, Don Fingado; sister-in-law, Donna Marie Kirk; brother-in-law, Don Cotter and wife, Jane; numerous nieces and nephews; Godchildren, Dan Horton, Michelle Lopez, Vanessa Lopez, Melissa Lopez and Amanda Lopez; and compadres, Joe and Colleen Horton, Dan and Colleen Lopez, and Robert and Sonia Lopez. Patrick was preceded in death by his parents, Patricio and Dulcinea Lopez; brothers, Miguel, Patricio, Salomon and Nazario Lopez; and his sister, Amy Gutierrez. Patrick will be dearly missed by his wife, family and friends. Rosary will be recited Sunday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Father Ramon Aragon reciting. Mass will be celebrated Monday, 10:00 a.m., at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 412 Stover Ave. SW, with Archbishop Michael J. Sheehan, Celebrant. Entombment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Friends may visit Frenc Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Sunday from 3:00 p.m. until after the Rosary. Memorial contributions can be made to Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish Endowment, 1860 Griegos Rd. NW 87107 or New Heart Cardiovascular Disease Management Program, 4701 Montgomery NE 87109. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Lovato -- The family of Andrea J. Lovato would like to thank all their relatives and friends for the kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement, to Deacon Manuel Montoya for officiating the Communion service, Rosary and Graveside service and to the pallbearers. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd, SW, in charge of arrangements.
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Lucero -- The family of Elfego Lucero wishes to extend their sincere gratitude to all relatives and freinds who were so kind and supportive during their recent loss. Services were under the direction of Garcia Mortuary.
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McWilliam -- Alex McWilliam, 74, passed away November 2, 1998. He was a well respected veteran of the floor covering industry. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Betty McWilliam; sons, Billy McWilliam and wife, Deanna, Craig McWilliam; grandchildren, Tanya, Tasha, Dominic, Amanda; daughter-in-law, Renee. He was preceded in death by sisters, Eleanore Walton and Gwendolyn Barstow. A Memorial service will be held at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, November 9, 1998. Cremation by Direct Services, 2919 4th NW, 343-8008.
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Miller -- The family of Mrs. Stella R. Miller would like to thank all their relatives and friends for the kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement, to Deacon Jim Delgado for reciting the rosary and for officiating the funeral service and to the pallbearers. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd, SW, in charge of arrangements.
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Morgan -- Marion F. Morgan, 71, a resident of Albuquerque since 1953, died on Thursday, October 29, 1998. She is survived by her children, Mary M. Hands and husband, Jerry, and Thomas C. Morgan, all of Albuquerque, Hope E. Kile and husband, Bob of San Angelo, TX and Pat B. Morgan and wife, Kay of Denver, CO; and six grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 45 years, Thomas C. Morgan. Mrs. Morgan was an active member of Holy Ghost Parish, a member of Birthright of Albuquerque, and she was active with St. Vincent de Paul Society. Rosary was recited Sunday, November 1, 1998 at Holy Ghost Parish, 833 Arizona NE, with Deacon Bob Stromberg reciting. Mass was celebrated Monday, November 2, 1998, at Holy Ghost Parish, with Father Joe D. Vigil, Celebrant. Private interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery at a later date. Honorary pallbearers were Jerry Hands, Jr., Monica Hands, Angela Hands, John Morgan, Christopher Morgan, and Hannah Kile. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Birthright of Albuquerque, 209 Palomas Dr. NE 87108. The family thanks their many friends and relatives whose sympathy and thoughtfulness will always be gratefully remembered and deeply appreciated. The obituary was inadvertently omitted from the Sunday, November 1, Journal. French Mortuary apologizes for any inconvenience and further grief this may have caused.
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Navarette -- Rosemary Navarette, 37, passed away Friday. She is survived by her parents Asencion (Tencho) and Emma Navarette and other relatives. Funeral services are pending and will be announced. For information call Hillcrest Funeral Home 265-5959.
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Noel -- Opal D. Noel, cherished wife of the Rev. John J. Noel and beloved mother of DeAnna Hare and Sharon Cole, finally found peace and release from pain on October 31, 1998 after a long illness. Opal Dean Chisum was born in Rocky Ford, Colorado on June 1, 1919 to Edgar and Lucille Lasater Chisum, and is survived by two sisters, Velma Robertson and Beatrice Moore, both of California."Nana" is also survived by her grandchildren, Michelle Cole Hallett and husband, Rick, Tami Cole, C. Michael Cole and wife, Annette, Christopher Cole and wife, Madeline, Ariana Brisbois Hunke and Jana Brisbois."Grand-Nana" was also very proud of six great-grandchildren. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services and Requiem Mass will be at St. Peter's Anglican Catholic Church, Paseo del Norte at Eubank, on Friday, November 6, 10:00 a.m., with the Rev. Michael Oberdin officiating. Sunrise Society, (891-8200)
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Orr -- A. Harris Orr, age 85, a resident of Albuquerque for over 40 years, passed away on Wednesday, November 4, 1998. He is survived by his companion, Vera Johnson; niece, Doyce King and husband, James and their children of Albuquerque; other numerous nieces and nephews, lifelong friends, Eunice Perry and family of Albuquerque. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, November 9, 1998 at 2:00 p.m. in the Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE with Minister Bruce Thweatt officiating. Memorial contributions may be made in his name to the Albuquerque Christian Children's Home, 5700 Winter Haven Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Osborne -- Anna Lee Osborne, 97, affectionately known among her friends as"Aunt Annie", passed away quietly of heart failure on Friday, November 6, 1998, at Lovelace Medical Center in Albuquerque, NM. She is survived by her son, Daniel Osborne and wife, Mimi of San Francisco, CA; daughter-in-law, Helen Osborne of Santa Clarita, CA; six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and an extended family of nieces, nephews, and a multitude of friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, H. Bryan Osborne; and son, W. Bryan Osborne. Mrs. Osborne was born in Tulia, TX, on Friday, April 19, 1901. As a child of this century, Anna traveled the plains of Texas to New Mexico by covered wagon with her family and in 1912, they settled in McDonald, NM. She returned to Texas to study and practice nursing until her marriage to H. Bryan Osborne in 1929 in Hereford, TX. They then moved to Southern California and raised their family. In 1948, Anna returned to nursing as head maternity nurse at Maywood Memorial Hospital. She and Bryan retired in 1965 and traveled together throughout the United States. After Anna was widowed in 1975, she settled in Hemet, CA until 1990 when she moved to Albuquerque. Anna has been very active in the community and with Monterey Baptist Church. A memorial celebration of her life will be held with her urn present, Saturday, November 21, 1998, 11:00 a.m., at Monterey Baptist Church, 12501 Lomas Blvd. NE. Rev. Fred MacDonald will officiate. For additional information, call French Mortuary, Albuquerque, NM (505) 275-3500.
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Porter -- Arlie E. Porter, 76 years, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Sunday, November 1, 1998. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Betty I. Porter; three children, Paul L. Porter and wife, Mary of Tacoma, WA, Daniel L. Porter and wife, Nanci of San Diego, CA, Linda A. Porter of Albuquerque; three grandchildren, Emily and Samantha Porter and Julia Porter; a sister, June Hall-Porter; and a brother, Don Porter. Services will be held in Hawaii. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. Cremation arrangements by Sunrise Society, 891-8200.
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Rivera -- The family of Mrs. Rose M. Rivera would like to thank all their relatives and friends for the kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement, to Deacon J.O. Luna for reciting the rosary and officiating the communion service and to the pallbearers. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd, SW, in charge of arrangements.
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Rothchild -- Claire Rothchild, a resident of Rio Rancho for 20 years, passed away on November 6, 1998. She was preceded in death by her husband Max Rothchild. She is survived by her daughter, Arlene Caputo and husband, Joseph of Rio Rancho; her son, Gary Caputo also of Rio Rancho; her grandson, Paul Caputo and wife, Ruby of Rio Rancho, her grandson, Bob Caputo and wife, Janet of Carlsbad, CA, her grandson, John Caputo and wife, Mary of Vista, CA; her granddaughter, Roseann McKee of Rio Rancho. She is also survived by 14 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice or to the Alzheimer's Association. (1330 San Pedro NE #205 Albuquerque, NM 87110). Services will be held in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary on Monday November 9, 1998 at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, 4310 Sara Rd. Rio Rancho, NM 892-9920.
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Stampfel -- Sophie A. Stampfel (nee Peritz) passed away November 3, 1998 at the age of 90 years. She was residing at The Cottages at the time of her death. Sophie was born in Opatjaselo, Slovenia, then the Austro-Hungarian Empire. She came to the United States with her mother in 1920 and married Josef Stampfel in 1923. She was a 70 year resident of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and a 5 year resident of Albuquerque. She is survived by her daughters, Olga Eckstein of Watertown, WI and Dana Goetz of Albuquerque, NM; sons-in-law, Ike and Gary; 12 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Norma Martin; sons-in-law, Joseph Martin and Art Longley; and a grandson, Randy Martin. She was very active in Slovenian organizations-CFU, SNPJ, the Slovenian Women's Union and SLOGA, where she was the first woman on the Supreme Board. She worked for many years at Singers Boutique and SLOGA Insurance Office. She was an active member of the Church of the Risen Savior and St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at the Church of the Risen Savior at 12:00 noon on Monday, November 9, 1998. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Slovenian Women's Union Scholarship Program, c/o Mary Turvey, 52 Oakridge Drive, Marquette, MI 49855. Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Vigil -- Mr. Frank R. Vigil, 44, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on November 7, 1998. Frank is survived by his parents, Raymond and Mary Vigil; his girlfriend, Yvonne Apodaca; one sister, Kathy Crannage and husband, Major Robert Crannage Jr. of Washington, DC; five brothers, Eric Vigil, Anthony Vigil and wife, Theresa, Charles Vigil, David Vigil and Gregory Vigil; his special dog, Rug Rat; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Frank was a member of the Catholic church and Veteran of the U.S. Army. Visitation will be Monday evening in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Dr., SW from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Mr. Pat Cordova. Final visitation will be Tuesday morning in the Holy Family Church, 562 Atrisco SW from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. was mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m., Father Jack, Celebrant. Committal service will follow in the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 12:30 p.m. Pallbearers will be Eric Vigil, Anthony Vigil, Charles Vigil, David Vigil, Gregory Vigil and Richard Chavez. Gabaldon Mortuary in charge of arrangements.
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Walker -- Constance R. Walker, 87, a 35 year resident of Albuquerque, born November 13, 1910, in Brooklyn, NY to Margaret and Charles Reina, passed away November 1, 1998. She was preceded in death by three brothers and their wives. She is survived by Terrell H. Walker, her loving husband of 57 years; a son, Terry and his wife, Mary, their children, Katie Laughlin, Laura and Shiela Walker; a daughter, Donna, her children, Erik Hertzler and his wife, Shelly, Brandon Hertzler and Deborah Alysia Reina; three nephews, Charles, Thomas and Charles J. Reina, their wives, children and grandchildren; four widowed nieces, Marie Musca, Catarina Santo Pietro, Angela Pisarra and Margaret Postiglione, their sons-in-laws, children and grandchildren; two other nieces, Constance Hoffman and Connie Simmons, their husband, children and grandchildren. Constance wishes to thank her many loving and devoted friends for enriching her life tremendously, for their concern and willingness to help in any way. Lots of thanks and gratitude is due to the Lord who shed His grace on our lives. Constance lived simply and prefers to exit without fuss and fan fare. No memorial service is planned. Anyone wishing to make a memorial donation is requested to give it to their favorite charity."Farewell family, Farewell friends, just remember that Love is eternal---and I love you all." Cremation arrangements have been made by the Sunrise Society of NM, 891-8200.
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Wedeking -- Loren Lee Wedeking, 62, a 33 year resident of Albuquerque, died peacefully at home with his beloved wife at his side on November 3, 1998. He was born September 12, 1936 in Spirit Lake, Iowa. Loren is survived by his wife of 39 years, Marilyn Wedeking; son, Lon, wife Terri, and grandson, Lee Wedeking, all of Rio Rancho; son, Wade Wedeking of Enumclaw, WA. Loren served in the Army from 1953-1956 as a mechanic and paratrooper. He enjoyed country music and worked as a heavy equipment operator. His last place of employment was with CCM as a blade operator. Loren was a beloved Husband, Dad and Grandpa. He touched so many people's lives just by being who he was. Loren will be greatly missed by his family and all that knew him. Full Military Honors will be presented by the Auxiliary Honor Guards of New Mexico at the Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM, on Monday, November 9, 1998 at 2:00 p.m. Cremation services were provided by Sunrise Society of New Mexico, 891-8200.
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Wilson -- David James Wilson, 31, a lifetime resident of Albuquerque and living in Tijeras for the past 20 years, died Friday, November 6, 1998. He is survived by his parents, David and Maxine Wilson of Tijeras; sister, Angela Wilson of Tijeras; grandparents, Leslie and Stella Fogel and Dolores Wilson, all of Albuquerque; uncle, Leo Fogel of Albuquerque; aunts, Marie Wilson of Albuquerque and Yvonne Reid and husband, Jim of Monterey, CA; wife, Keshia Wilson of Albuquerque; and numerous other relatives and many friends. Services will be held Monday, 10:30 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. The family requests memorial contributions be made to your favorite charity. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE. .DMP
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