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Arvidson -- Fritz Arvidson, 41, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away Tuesday, December 29, 1998. He is survived by his wife, Adeline Arvidson; father and step-mother, Ray and Robbie Arvidson; two brothers, William Arvidson and wife, Patsy and Edward Arvidson and wife, Denise; four sisters, Nancy Coinman, Gloria Felts and husband, Rick, Cindy Marquez and husband, Phil, and Beth Direen and husband, Alan; six nephews, Matthew Felts, Nevin, Andrew and Patrick Marquez and Scott and Jason Arvidson; and many wonderful friends. Fritz was a wonderful and loving husband, son, brother, uncle and friend. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, 9:30 a.m., at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 619 Copper Ave. NW. Pallbearers will be Nevin Marquez, Andrew Marquez, Patrick Marquez, Phil Marquez, Matthew Felts, Rick Felts, Eddie Arvidson, and Jake Arguelles. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Baldwin -- Winnie Mae Baldwin, 96, a resident of the Ladera Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Albuquerque, died Thursday, December 24, 1998. She is survived by her sister, Corrilea; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her longtime companion, Marian Cannady; her parents; and her brothers, Thadeus Charles (T.C.), Carl, Winfred, Roland, and Glenn. Winnie was born on September 4, 1902 in Ft. Chadbourne, TX to Winfred and Ora Belle Baldwin. The family moved to the Estancia Valley and eventually to Albuquerque. She was employed by Charles Ilfeld as a bookkeeper from 1920 until the company was purchased and closed in 1970. Winnie was an active member of the Central Methodist Church from the time she moved to Albuquerque until she became too ill to attend services. Services will be held Thursday, 10:30 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Rev. Marty Singleterry officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Bieberman -- Robert A. Bieberman"Bieb", 75, a resident of Socorro, passed away December 23, 1998. He was born April 3, 1923 to Arthur R. and Louise B. Bieberman in Rock Island, Illinois. He was preceded in death by his wife, Doria F. Bieberman. He is survived by a sister, Janet L. Bieberman; children, James E. Bieberman and wife, Mary Lynn, Bette B. Moore and husband, Thomas and three grandchildren, Clyfford H. Bieberman, Lisa M. Moore and Corin L. Moore. He served in the Army during World War II. He was a graduate of Indiana University with a BA and MA in Petrolatum Geology. He worked for the State of New Mexico in Socorro for 38 years as a Petrolatum Geologist. Private services have taken place. Sunrise Society of New Mexico.
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Buckingham -- Jerome H."Buck" Buckingham, age 88, died peacefully at home in Farmington on December 28 after a protracted encounter with cancer. He is survived by his wife of more than 60 years, Selma Kouri Buckingham; daughters, Lynn Buckingham Villella of Placitas, Mary Ann Keesee and husband, Joe Keesee of Cortez, CO; son, Stuart K. Buckingham and wife, Carolyn of Santa Fe; brothers, T.H. Buckingham of Aurora, CO and David Buckingham of Long Beach, CA. He is also survived by ten grandchildren, Paul S. Villella of Denver, Jerome P. Villella of Dallas, Peter Buckingham Villella of Charlottesville, VA, Amy Keesee of Denver, David W. Keesee of Steamboat Springs, CO, Andrew J. Keesee of Durango, Lisa M. Buckingham of Lancaster, England, Joel P. Buckingham of Artesia, Samuel J. Buckingham and Lauren A. Buckingham, both of Santa Fe; and three great-grandsons, Garrett and Marcus Villella of Denver and Kieran Keesee of Cortez. Born on Valentine's Day of 1910, in Lorena, Texas, to George Henry and Mary Lou Stewart Buckingham, he remained, at heart, a Texan all his days. He moved with his family to West Texas in 1923. He graduated from Lubbock High School in 1929 and received a football scholarship to Rice University in Houston. As a football star for the Lubbock High School Westerners, he was, according to a newspaper clipping from the day,"One of the best passers in the district and a player never known to get perturbed during the course of a game." When our country was mired in The Great Depression, he did, as did so many, whatever he could to make a living. While still in college at Rice, he joined Shell Oil Company's geographical crew as a part-time rodman. In 1935 he went to work full-time in Shell's exploration department and remained there for 11 years. The family lived in a number of cities in the South. In 1946 he joined the staff of heavy equipment dealer, R.L. Harrison Company, and the family lived in Clovis before moving to Farmington in 1954. In 1960, R.L. Harrison became Rust Tractor Company and Buck was manager of Rust's Farmington facility until his retirement in 1973. He came out of retirement for three years to manage Border Machinery in Farmington. Buck was a member of First Methodist Church for 45 years, a member of the Masonic Lodge, and in 1970, he served as President of the Farmington Chamber of Commerce and became a member of the New Mexico Amigos. An avid fly fisherman who fished all over North America--though never quite as much as he would have liked--his favorite fishing spot was the Jacquez Ranch on the San Juan River, 30 miles east of Farmington. He enjoyed all manner of spectator sports, followed the Dallas Cowboys through good times and bad, and seldom, over more than 40 years, missed a Farmington Scorpions football game. A Funeral service will be at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 2, 1999 at First United Methodist Church, 800 Monterey. Interment will be at Greenlawn Cemetery. Pallbearers will be his grandsons, Paul, Jerome, and Peter Villella, David and Andrew Keesee, and Joel and Samuel Buckingham. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers that donations be made to Northwest New Mexico Hospice, PO Box 3336, Farmington, NM 87499 or to Hospitality House Building Fund, c/o San Juan Regional Cancer Center, 800 W. Maple, Farmington, NM 87401. Brewer, Lee & Larkin Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Casaus -- Abby McClure Lucero Casaus, a resident of Bernalillo, passed away peacefully in her home on December 26, 1998. She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Casaus; her sons, Paul Casaus and Jesse James Casaus; and her daughter, Nancy Jane Casaus Mora. She is survived by her daughter, Sylvia Casaus Griego and her husband, Mario, and Nicole Griego, her granddaughter; her daughter, Peggy Ann Casaus Moreno and husband, Ronnie; her son, Rudy Casaus and his wife, Elizabeth; and her daughter, Theresa Garcia and her husband, Robert. Also surviving are her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Felycia Desiree Gutierrez and James Paul Gutierrez. She is also survived by her sister, Mary Louise Johnson and her husband, Ronnie; her brothers, Felipe Lucero and Fidel Lucero and his wife, Janet; her special cousin, Sammy McClure; and numerous nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated this morning, 11:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. Interment to follow at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jesse James Casaus, Tony Lucero, Bobby Quiroz, David Gonzales, Robert Lucero and Tim Lucero. Honorary pallbearers will be Andrew Lucero and John Ernie Aragon. Services entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, Gary Santillanes, CFSP.
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Chreist -- Frederick Martin Chreist, Sr. Frederick Martin Chreist, Sr., 86, Professor Emeritus of The University of New Mexico and a resident of Albuquerque for over 50 years, passed away on December 28, 1998. Fritz, as he was known to his many friends and colleagues, was born in South Bend, Indiana on August 23, 1912. His loving wife Bernice preceded him in death in 1979. He is survived by son Fred, Jr. and wife Jo Ann, son Steve and wife Judy, son Bill and wife Cindy, all of Albuquerque; five grandchildren, Scott, Brenda, Ryan, Randy and Jessica; two Great grandchildren, Lauren and Mitchell. Also surviving is his brother Louis of South Bend. He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis R. Chreist, Sr., and mother Mattie Martin Chreist. Fred graduated from Depauw University in Greencastle, Indiana where he was a member of the Delta Chi fraternity and the Depauw tennis team. He received his MA in speech from Northwestern University. After working in the South Bend public schools as a speech clinician he served in the Pacific with the U. S. Navy during World War II. He was separated from the Navy as a Lt. Commander and entered the Doctoral program in Speech Pathology at Northwestern University. In 1947 Fred moved the family to Albuquerque where he was hired to establish a speech pathology and audiology program at the University of New Mexico. In 1949 the division of speech pathology was elevated to department status and Fred soon returned to complete his Ph.D. at Northwestern. After completing his Ph.D. Fred continued to teach at UNM for over 31 years. He was instrumental in the founding of the Albuquerque Speech and Hearing Clinic, the New Mexico cleft palate Team, and a Masters degree in Speech Pathology and Audiology at UNM. Fred also was a major influence in UNM's creation of a program in English as a second language. Numerous foreign students over a number of decades benefited from his commitment in addition to his skill. During his tenure at UNM he wrote numerous articles and books. He retired from UNM in 1978. Fred was very active in the Albuquerque community, where he was one of the founding fathers of St. Marks on the Mesa Episcopal Church and St. Thomas of Canterbury, the Episcopal church on The University of New Mexico campus. As an active member of St. Thomas he served in many lay capacities including Senior Warden of the Vestry. St. Thomas was the love of his community life and he truly enjoyed the spirit of peace he received from this association. An active community volunteer, he also gave freely of his time and talent in helping children who were challenged by various speech impediments. Fred was a dedicated bicyclist, who could be seen each day riding from the University to his home in the city. After retirement his goal was to ride at least 100 miles a week, which he easily accomplished. A tireless worker, he and Bernice built their own cabin in the Taos Mountains, which became their retreat to hike, write and be close to God and nature. All of"Fritz's" family will miss him dearly. There is great comfort in knowing he has gone to a better place to be with his beloved"Bernie". The family would like to thank Manzano Del Sol and Hospice for their loving care during his last months. Memorial services will be held on Thursday, December 31, 1998 at 10:30 AM at St. Thomas of Canterbury, 425 University NE, Albuquerque, NM. Memorial contributions may be made to the Fred M. Chreist, Sr. Speech Scholarship at the University of New Mexico, c/o UNM Development Office, University of New Mexico, 87131.
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Cordova -- Mrs. Lucy S. Cordova died Tuesday in Albuquerque at the age of 83. She is survived by her son, Billy Mora and wife, Mary Ann; brother, John Ortega; sisters, Fita Ortega and Jean Padilla; sister-in-law, Teresita Mora; six grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and special nieces, Marcela Anaya and Dorothy Duran. Funeral Services for Mrs. Cordova will be held on Thursday at the San Ignacio Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ralph Mora, William Mora, Vincent Mora, Mark Mora, Michael Mora and Paulette Gonzales. Honorary pallbearers will be Louie Nogales, Joe Nogales, Fred Nogales, James Mora, Daniel Mora, John Paul Mora and Jason Mora. A Rosary for Mrs. Cordova will be recited on Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. at the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 3rd St. SW.
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Duffy -- The family of Betty Duffy wishes to express their gratitude for the kind expressions of sympathy during their time of need. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle Blvd. NE, in charge of arrangements.
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Earles -- Artie Ray Earles, age 90, died on December 28th in Lakewood, CO. Artie was born August 26, 1908 in Seminole, Oklahoma. He was the son of Dennis Jefferson Earles and Laura Jane Duncan Earles. He married Iva Lee Whiddon in Holdenville, Oklahoma on July 16, 1927 and they had five children, Donald Ray Earles of Georgetown, TX, Marcie Jay Earles of Albuquerque, Betty Lee Hylton of Lakewood, CO, Samuel Dennis Earles who died in 1933, and James Arthur Earles of Eureka, CA. Iva Lee preceded Artie in death in December of 1990. In addition to four of his children, Artie is survived by 13 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He accepted Jesus Christ as his savior when he was a young man and rededicated his life to Christ in 1965. Artie was an active member of the IOOF for most of his life and held all chairs. Although his health began to fail him in his 60s, his mind remained sharp and clear until the end. We will miss him. There will be a graveside service at Sandia Memory Garden, 700 Yale Blvd., at 2:00 p.m. on December 31st.
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Ferguson -- MARGARET KENNEDY FERGUSON February 7, 1932 - December 30, 1997Do not stand at my grave and weep, I am not there; I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow; I am the diamond glints on snow. I am the sunlight on ripened grain; I am the gentle autumn's rain. When you awaken in the morning's hush, I am the swift uplifting rush Of quiet birds in circled flight. I am the soft star that shines at night. I am the source of Jennifer's grace, Giving her strength, for life to face. I am the guiding star of Jeffrey's life, Keeping him safe from harm and strife. I am Heather's inner strength and light, Watching over her through the night. Do not stand at my grave and cry, I am not there; I did not die.We love and miss you mom,Sheena, Carol, and Scott
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Foster -- Elza A. Foster, 69, a resident of Albuquerque since January 1957, died Monday, December 28, 1998. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Wesley Foster of the family home; daughter, Susan Mullins and husband, Gill of Belen, NM; sons, Tom Foster and wife, Mary of Albuquerque, Rick Foster and wife, Pat of Aurora, CO, Dennis Foster and wife, Kathy of Spanish Fork, UT, and Jim Foster and wife, Lyz of Los Lunas, NM; 19 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren; sister, Julie Kuczek and husband, Ted of Brooksville, FL; and special friend, Father John Carney. She was preceded in death by her brother, Edward VanWalleghem in May 1998. Mrs. Foster has been a church organist for over 40 years with the last 29 years at San Antonito Catholic Church. She loved her church and she was very active in it. One of her main enjoyments was going to Sandia Casino whether it was for lunch or playing"21". She was legally blind since 1982, but yet was able to continue playing the organ and playing blackjack. Mrs. Foster lived for her church and her family and she will be deeply missed by her family and all who knew her. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, 7:00 p.m., at Holy Child Catholic Church in Tijeras. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at Holy Child Catholic Church in Tijeras, with Father John Carney, Celebrant. Interment will follow at San Antonito Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Tom Foster, Rick Foster, Dennis Foster, Jim Foster, Gill Mullins, and Ted Kuczek. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Wednesday, 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Holy Child Catholic Church, Building Fund, Tijeras, NM 87059 in her name. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Francia -- Mrs. Elusela"Lucy" Francia died Monday in Albuquerque at the age of 71. Mrs. Francia was a member of the San Jose Catholic Church and worked for Lovelace Medical Center for 21 years. She is preceded in death by her husband, Luciano Francia; three grandsons; and one great-grandson. Mrs. Francia is survived by her mother, Elicia Paz; sons, Leroy Francia and fiancee, Tina, and Larry Francia and wife, Betty, all of Albuquerque; daughters, Ernestina Zamora and companion, Tomas Torres, Virginia Francia and husband, Tony, all of Peralta, NM, Lorraine Saavedra and husband, Mike of Albuquerque, Clorinda Vargas and husband, Santiago, of Peralta, Carmen Green and husband, Tommy of Alb, Julie Vigil and husband, Pete Jr. of Peralta, and Lucille Martin and husband, Ronnie; special nephew, Delfin Paz and wife, Yolanda; brother, Nazareno Paz and wife, Wilma; sisters, Agnes Chavez, Priscilla Perez, Rosemary Sanchez and husband, Tommy, and Mickey Maldonado, all of Albuquerque; 26 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral Services for Mrs. Francia will be held on Thursday at the St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Delfin Paz Jr., Richard Francia, Mike Saavedra Jr.., Isidro Robert Mancha, Joe Francia, Larry Francia Jr., Michael Anthony Green, and Pete Vigil III. Honorary pallbearers will be Joseph Martin and Ernest Zamora. A Rosary for Mrs. Francia will be recited on Wednesday evening at 8:00 p.m. at the St. Francis Church. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 3rd St. SW.
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Garcia -- Mass of Christian Burial for Mr. Fidel M. Garcia will be celebrated Wednesday morning, 11:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Gaudalupe Church, 1860 Griegos NW, with final viewing at the church after 10:30 a.m. Father Richard Olona, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements.
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Gilbert -- Viola M. Gilbert, 68, a resident of Albuquerque since 1944, died Tuesday, December 29, 1998. She is survived by her brothers, Jim Gilbert and wife, Rose and Ronald Gilbert, all of Albuquerque; aunt, Isabell Castillo of Raton, NM; five nephews and nieces, Ronald A. Gilbert and wife, Kary, James A. Gilbert, Jr. and wife, Elubia, Jeanne Schweiger and husband, Tim, Michelle Stanfill and husband, Mike and Vincent J. Gilbert and wife, Gina; 11 great-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Vivian and Cruzita Gilbert. She was a lifelong member of the Catholic Church. Viola was a registered nurse, having graduated from Hotel Dieu School of Nursing in El Paso, TX. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, 5:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, 9:30 a.m., at Our Lady of Assumption, Lomas and Tennessee NE, with Father Michael Cimino, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jim Gilbert, Jr., Vince Gilbert, Carlos Baca, Ben Gutierrez, Tony Chinchilla, Leroy Avila and George Baca. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Gonzales -- Robert Y. Gonzales, 76, a resident of Albuquerque since 1946, died Friday, December 25, 1998. He is survived by his daughter, Roberta Gonzales-Abeita and husband, Edward of Albuquerque; sons, Paul Gonzales, John Gonzales and wife, Margaret Ann all of Albuquerque, and Anthony Gonzales of Alaska; 11 grandchildren, Robert Mirabal, Paul Mirabal, Cheryl and Sharon Gonzales, Tanya and Tina Gonzales, John D. Gonzales, Dean E. Gonzales, Denise D. Padilla, Darlene Garcia, and Jason Gonzales; seven great-grandchildren; four sisters; three brothers; and best friend, Jim Hardwood. Mr. Gonzales was preceded in death by his wife, Lucy L. Gonzales, September 18, 1988. He proudly served in the 148th Infantry during WWII in the American Theater, Asiatic Pacific Theater, and Phillipine Liberation. He received the Good Conduct and Victory Medals. Mr. Gonzales was a member of DAV, American Legion, Post #49 and he was a member of Santuario De San Martin of which he and his wife, Lucy L. helped found. Rosary will be recited Tuesday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Ernest and Priscilla Griego reciting. Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, 12:30 p.m., at Santuario De San Martin Catholic Church, 8321 Camino San Martin SW, with Father Daniel Farris, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Robert Mirabal, Paul Mirabal, John D. Gonzales, Dean E. Gonzales, Victor Padilla, Jr., and Jason Gonzales. Honorary pallbearers will be Brad Bryant and Richard Cavanaugh. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Gonzales -- The family of Mr. Roberto Gonzales (Bobby) wishes to thank all their relatives and friends who were in attendance of the Rosary and Funeral Services for Mr. Gonzales. They would also like to express their gratitude for all the love, care and compassion that has been shown to them. Arrangements by the Salazar and Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW.
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Griego -- The family of Mrs. Carolina T. Griego wishes to thank all their relatives and friends who were in attendance of the Rosary and Funeral Services for Mrs. Griego. The family would also like to extend a very special thank you to Fr. Jaramillo and the Legion of Mary. They would also like to express their gratitude for all the love, care and compassion that has been shown to them by the Horizon Health Care employees. Arrangements by the Salazar and Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW.
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Herbert -- Dwight William Herbert, Sr., 76, loving husband and father, passed away on December 27 after a brief illness. He is survived by his wife, Ivanell; son, Dwight Herbert, Jr.; daughters, Penny Pittsley, Dianne Allison and her husband, Reggie, Joyce Soukup and her husband, Jerry; nine grandchildren; and one great-grandson. Dwight was retired from Southwest Public Service and was an avid fisherman and hunter. His family wishes to thank everyone for their kindness. Private services are being held.
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Hicks -- Jimmie Roger Hicks, a resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, December 27, 1998 in a local hospital following an illness. He is survived by his mother, Lola Hicks; six brothers; two sisters; and many nieces and nephews. Services will be at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 30, 1998 at Fitzgerald's Mortuary with burial at Sunset Gardens Memorial Park.
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Hume -- William Hume II, of Socorro, died Monday in Albuquerque after a brief illness. He was born Sept. 7, 1910, in Oxford, Mississippi. He moved to Albuquerque in 1935 to join the faculty of the University of New Mexico. He moved to Socorro in 1949, where he served on the faculty of New Mexico Tech as professor of physics, dean of the college and assistant to the president until his retirement in 1975. He was preceded in death by his wife Anafred Stephenson Hume, who died in 1969, and grandson Robert Branham Hume, the son of Robert B. and Kathleen Hume. He is survived by his sister Mary Hume Kelton, daughter Ann Hume Taulbee and her children Lisa Kay Taulbee, Carol Lynn Taulbee and husband Bart Stucky and Karen Taulbee Flores and husband Mikel; son William C. Hume and wife Elizabeth G., and their children William A. Hume and Elizabeth A. Hume; son Robert B. Hume and wife Kathleen, their son Phillip Bainard Hume; daughter Jane Hume Anderson and her children William Theodore Anderson and Amy Kay Anderson; daughter Mary Hume Melia and sons John M. Melia and Matthew M. Melia. He is also survived by his brother-in-law Robert B. Stephenson and wife Mary Ann, and their children William Craig Stephenson and Ann Stephenson Cortes and husband Rodolfo and their daughter Daisy. Private memorial services are being planned. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to the New Mexico Symphony Orchestra, the Multiple Sclerosis Society, New Mexico Tech, or the charity of your choice.
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Lawhorn -- George F. (Fred) Lawhorn, 82, an Albuquerque resident since 1945, died Monday, December 28, 1998. Mr. Lawhorn was a retired USAF Chief Warrant Officer, W-4, with 29 years of service. He was a veteran of WWII where he was a survivor of the Bataan Death March in the Philippines and was also a POW from April 1942 until September 1945. He received the Bronze Star, Purple Heart and numerous other awards and decorations. He was also a veteran of Korea and Vietnam. He was a life member of DAV. Mr. Lawhorn was a member of First United Methodist Church where he was active with their Monday Feeding Program. He is survived by his wife, Kathleen Lawhorn of the family home; sons, Fred B. Lawhorn and wife, Judy of Yuba City, CA, Col. Paul K. Lawhorn, USAF and wife, Linda of San Antonio, TX, John D. Lawhorn and wife, Martha of Chatham, NJ; grandchildren, Laura Bruck and husband, Thadd of Anchorage, AK, A/1C David Lawhorn of Fairchild, AFB, WA, Sean Lawhorn and wife, Joya of Albuquerque, Dawn Lawhorn of San Antonio, TX, Thomas Lawhorn of Mascoutah, IL, Shannon Lawhorn and Alex Lawhorn, both of Chatham, NJ; step-grandchildren, Becky Ray of Chico, CA and Alicia Swan and husband, Mike of Mt. Washington, KY; sister, Margaret Sebastain and husband, David of LaGrange, IL. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, December 31, 1998 at First United Methodist Church, 314 Lead SE, with Rev. Clyde Stanfield officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will include his sons, Fred B. Lawhorn, Col. Paul Lawhorn and John D. Lawhorn, grandson, Sean Lawhorn, Charlie Blaine and Harry Kovaschetz. Honorary pallbearers will include Ted Hobbie, Don Palmer, Edgar Richardson, Herbert Simpson and members of the Twosom Sunday School Class. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church's Choir Fund, P.O. Box 1638, Albuquerque, NM 87103. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Wednesday, December 30,1 998, from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.
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Lesage -- Robert LeSage, 73, died on Friday, December 25, 1998. He is survived by his wife, JoAnn; two daughters, Sally Reynen and Linda Johnson; one brother, Richard LeSage; four grandchildren, Tracy Harris, Tina Oldfield, Lori Jacobs and Jean VandenElzen; five great-grandchildren, Skye Harris, Cassie and Samantha Jacobs and Taylor and Alexandra VandenElzen. Private services were held on Tuesday, December 29, 1998. Arrangements with: Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 265-5959
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Lizut -- Margaret G. Lizut, 51, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away December 26, 1998 peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Lizut is survived by her loving children, three daughters, Laurie Lizut, Jennifer Lizut and Kathy Foster and husband, Adam; and her adoring sister, Mildred Grossman. Mrs. Lizut was a beloved mother who deeply loved her children. She bravely faced her illness and left peacefully when the Lord called her Home. Visitation will be Tuesday, December 29, 1998, 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., at Hillcrest Funeral Home. Graveside services will be Wednesday, December 30, 1998, 2:00 p.m., in the Masonic Cemetery, Las Cruces, New Mexico. A Memorial service will be scheduled at a later date. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 265-5959
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Lopez -- In Loving Memory of BENNIE E. LOPEZ 12-30-88 TO 12-30-98 It's hard to believe ten years have gone by, but if we had one lifetime wish, one dream that could come true, we would pray to God so hard for yesterday and you. The things we feel so deeply are the hardest things to say, but we, your family, love you in a very special way. They say that memories are golden, well maybe that is true, but we never wanted memories, we only wanted you. God bless you for everything you gave us. We love you and miss you more than words can say. Love Bea Lopez & Family
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Matteucci -- Margaret Balduini Matteucci, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Sunday, December 27, 1998 at her home. She was preceded in death by her husband, Pete Matteucci, her parents, Raffaello and Giulia Catelani Balduini and two brothers, Charlie and Louie Balduini. She is survived by a daughter, Margaret Mary Matteucci of Albuquerque; three sons and their wives, Ralph and Sandra Matteucci of Phoenix, AZ, Alex and Nancy Matteucci of Las Cruces, Richard and Nedra Matteucci of Albuquerque; seven grandchildren, Anna Maria Matteucci of Roswell, Christine Matteucci of Denver, CO, Cheryl Matteucci of San Diego, CA, Caren Matteucci Lewis and her husband, Kevin of Morrison, CO, James Matteucci of Roswell, Richard Matthew Matteucci of Denver, CO, John Matteucci and wife, Michelle of Parker, CO; and three great-granddaughters, Chelsi Matteucci, Chelsea Matteucci and Giulia Lewis. No Rosary will be held. Mass will be celebrated at Gate of Heaven Mausoleum, 7500 Paseo Del Norte at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, December 30, 1998. Interment in Gate of Heaven will follow. Her grandchildren will serve as pallbearers. Honorary Pallbearers will be Jack Sanford, Bill Baldwin, Richard Caponera, The Honorable Pete V. Domenici, Gary Pierson, George Shaffer and Henry Viviani. Donations may be made to the Wilhelmina Coe Kidney House Endowment Fund, 4919 Prospect Avenue NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, Albuquerque, NM in charge of arrangements.
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Mora -- Floyd A. Mora passed away on Friday, December 25, 1998 at his home in Los Duranes. He is survived by his mother, Josephine Garcia; children, Marty Muniz and wife, Erica, Jenell Flamenco and husband, Julio, James Mora and Ramon Mora; grandchildren, Mark Lovato, Giana, Felicia, Alyssa and Dominique Muniz; sisters, Ruth and husband, Marshall, Charlotte and husband, Elmer; three nephews and one niece; and many loving family members and friends. Rosary will be Tuesday, December 29, 1998, 7:00 p.m., at Los Duranes Chapel. The Funeral Mass will be held at 9:00 a.m., Wednesday, December 30, 1998 at Los Duranes Chapel with internment to follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery in Santa Fe. Pallbearers are Elmer Lovato, Marshall Boyer, Brenda, Rudy and Scott Garcia, Lydia Anaya. Honorary pallbearers: David Ellis, Jerry Anaya, Filimon Muniz and Carlos Schmider. Burial arrangements are provided by Metropolitan Direct Burial Center, Inc., 601 Mountain Rd. NW, Albuquerque, 766-9400.
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Moya -- Betty I. Moya, 52, passed away on Tuesday, December 22, 1998. She is survived by Joe Sato; three sons and one daughter, Alfred Moya, Manuel Moya, Ronnie Tapia and Andrea Moya; four granddaughters, Marissa, Aisha, Latisha, and Brianna; two sisters, Maria Gonzales and Roberta Mondragon; and many nieces and nephews. She was one of a kind! We'll miss her and always love her. A Rosary will be said on Wednesday, December 30, 1998 at St. Francis Xavier Church, 817 Arno SE, Albuquerque, NM 87102 at 7:00 p.m. and Mass will be celebrated at the church on Thursday, December 31, 1998 at 9:00 a.m. Sunrise Society of New Mexico is serving the family of Ms. Moya.Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free. I'm following the path God has laid you see. I took His hand when I heard His call, I turned my back and left it all. I could not stay another day, To laugh, to love, to work or play. Tasks left undone must stay that way. I found peace at the close of the day. If my parting has left a void, Then fill it with remembered joys. As friendships shared, a laugh, a kiss, Oh yes, these things I too will miss. Be not burdened with times of sorrow, I wish you sunshine of tomorrow. My life's been full, I've savored much Good friends, good times, a loved ones touch. Perhaps my time seems all too brief, Lift up your heart and Peace to Thee. God wanted me now so He set me free.
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Naquin -- Melvin Naquin, Sr., 61, a resident of Albuquerque for 41 years, died Tuesday, December 22, 1998. Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, 5:30 p.m., at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 1800 Martha NE. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Noeding -- Otto Thomas Noeding, 82, a resident of Taos, NM since 136, died December 27, 1998. He was born July 26, 1916 in Scales Mound, Illinois to the Reverend and Mrs. H.J. Noeding. Mr. Noeding attended public schools in the midwest and graduated from high school in Lansing, Iowa in 1934. He attended the University of Dubuque and received his BA and MA degrees from the University of New Mexico. Mr. Noeding first came to Taos in 1936 and taught school at Ojo Caliente, NM. He served in the United States Army in the European Theater during World War II. After the war he married Faye Seamer in Sidney, Iowa and returned to Taos where he taught in the public schools and served as principal of Canon school and Taos Elementary School. He retired from the public school system in 1971. Mr. Noeding started the Bent Gallery and Museum in 1959 and was active in the operation of the business until his death. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, the Kiwanis Club and the Retired Teachers Association. He was a past member of the Taos Chamber of Commerce Board, the T.A.A. Board, and Town of Taos Lodges Fax Advisory Board. He was active in the Boy Scouts of America for many years for which he received the Silver Beaver Award. He served the El Molino Ditch Association in many capacities. He was a past State President of the Elementary School's Principal's Association. He was preceded in death by his parents; and three sisters, Rebecca Lovato of Taos, Esther Grosvenor of Colfax, IA and Louise Tenorio. He is survived by his wife, Faye of Taos; sons, Nicholas of Albuquerque and Thomas of Taos; daughter, Barbara Mott of Taos; grandsons, Nicholas Noeding, Jr., Henry Noeding of Albuquerque and Daniel Mott of Taos; and granddaughter, Sara Michelle Mott of Taos. He is also survived by his brother, John Noeding (Carolyn) of Tucson, AZ; sisters, Ruth Thomas (Russ) of Ft. Collins, CO, Mary Simmons of Scottsdale, AZ; numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at the First Presbyterian Church in Taos on Sunday, January 3, 1999 at 2:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Friends of Taos Public Library, P.O. Box 2419, Taos, NM 87571 or the University of Dubuque, 2000 University Ave., Dubuque, Iowa 52001.
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Ortega -- The beloved husband and father, Pete J. Ortega, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Tuesday morning, December 29, 1998, at the age of 73. He is survived by his wife, Nancy; two sons, Peter A. Ortega and John Ortega; five daughters, Esther Romero, Mary Dominguez, Therese Ortega, Lilah Imes, and Victoria Ortega; and eight grandchildren. The services will be held at 11:00 a.m. at Victory Love Fellowship, 7301 Central NW.
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Rivera -- Adrian Alexander Rivera, infant son of Rene and Erika Rivera of Albuquerque, died Monday, December 28, 1998. He is also survived by his brother, Dominic Rivera; maternal grandparents, Trinidad and Magdalena Acosta; paternal grandparents, Servando and Manuela Rivera; and Godparents, Aldo Rivera and Roseanne Guzman, all of Albuquerque. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, 2:00 p.m., at Mt. Calvary Mausoleum Chapel, 1900 Edith NE, with Father Vidal Martinez reciting. Mass will be celebrated immediately following the Rosary. Interment will take place at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Russell -- Arthur Russell, 101, resident of Albuquerque since 1952, died Saturday, December 26. Arthur was born in a log cabin on a homestead in Ann Arbor, Michigan of 1897. He interrupted his education at the University of Michigan to serve as a Seaman First Class in the WWII Navy Reserve. He earned his Master's degree in 1923. He was married to Ruby Ginn for 27 years and to Joan W. Russell since 1976. He had 11 children, 21 grandchildren, one niece, great and great-great-grandchildren. He worked at Sandia National Laboratories from 1952 to 1962, founded and operated Coronado Technical Institute from 1962 to 1979, and retired in 1989 as a drafting checker. His early careers were as a teacher, machinist, tool and die-maker, drafter and technical writer. He was a Toastmaster and past President of the New Mexico Association of Private Schools. He was an Elder at Heights Christian Church for 15+ years and served as Elder Emeritus until his death. He was also a choral singer, symphony-lover, prayer warrior, poetry reader and writer, and loving influence on at least four generations. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 30, at Heights Christian Church. Interment will follow at Sandia Memorial Gardens. Services are being arranged with the help of Strong-Thorne Mortuary. Instead of flowers, please make a donation to the charity of your choice. To conclude the service on Wednesday, we will sing the Hallelujah Chorus from Handel's"Messiah." Please bring your score and help celebrate a long life well lived.
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Saavedra -- Funeral Services for Mrs. Theresa Saavedra will be held on Wednesday at the St. Francis Xavier 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 St. SW.
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Sanchez -- Ignacio Sanchez, 87, a resident of Jarales, NM, passed away on December 28, 1998. He was a member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. Ignacio was born on April 25, 1911. He was retired from the Santa Fe Railroad after 32 years. He was a very active participant with the Senior Citizens prior to his illness. He was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Lucinda on August 31, 1998; his daughter, Sally Sanchez; and his son, Frank Sanchez. Ignacio is survived by his daughter, Lucy Flis and her husband, Greg of Denver, CO; three sons, Danny R. Sanchez of the family home in Jarales, Eddie O. Sanchez of Barstow, CA, and Ignacio R. Sanchez, Jr. of Peralta, NM. Ignacio is also survived by eight grandchildren. Viewing will be held on Wednesday, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., at Romero Funeral Home. Rosary will be held at 6:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. Interment will follow at the parish cemetery. Pallbearers will be Joe Castillo, Alfred Sanchez, Eric Griego, Angela Flis, Yvonne Sanchez, and Rosalie Griego. Romero Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Shoemaker -- Cpt. Ronald Z. Shoemaker US Army, Ret., 66, a resident of Albuquerque since 1965, died Thursday, December 24, 1998. He is survived by his daughter, Lynn Shoemaker and grandson, Shea Vick of Albuquerque; his son, Ronald Z. Shoemaker, Jr., wife, Jenny and granddaughter, Vicki Romero of Albuquerque; his mother, Pauline Shoemaker of Albuquerque; his sister, Charlene Raicevich and husband, Bob of St. Louis, MO; his brother, Ray Shoemaker of Albuquerque; his mother-in-law, Eleanore Carson of Albuquerque; and many nieces and nephews. Mr. Shoemaker was a member of the Retired Officers Association (National and Albuquerque Chapters), the New Mexico Association of Educational Retirees, and the American Legion. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, 1:00 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 1100 Indian School Rd. NE, with Pastor Larry A. Wright officiating. Interment of cremains will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the charity of your choice in Mr. Shoemaker's memory. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Valdez -- ARTURO VALDEZ 11/25/27 12/30/97If we had one lifetime wish, one dream that could come true, We'd pray to God so hard for yesterday and you.The things we feel so deeply are the hardest things to say. But, we, your family, love you, in a very special way.They say memories are golden, well maybe that is true, But we never wanted memories, we only wanted you.If teardrops were a stairway, and heartaches made a lane, We'd walk a path to heaven, and bring you back again.A thousand times we've needed you, and a thousand times we'll cry. If our love could have saved you, you never would have died.I LOVE AND MISS YOU A LOT!!! FROM YOUR DAUGHTER, DOLORES
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Wilkens -- Marie Louise Wilkens, 88, known as"Willie" by her friends, was born into Eternal Life on December 26, 1998. A Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, December 31, 1998 at St. Therese Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. A Rosary will be recited on Wednesday evening at 5:00 p.m. in the chapel of Fitzgerald & Son, 3113 Carlisle Blvd. NE. Burial will take place in Mankato, Minnesota at Calvary Catholic Cemetery, in accordance with her personal request. In lieu of flowers, and in memory of Willie's lifelong concern for the poor, memorial contributions may be made to St. Vincent de Paul Society, St. Therese Parish, 300 Mildred Ave. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, in charge of arrangements.
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Williams -- Mrs. Bonnie B. Williams died December 25, 1998 following a brief illness. She is survived by her daughter, Ginger Grossetete and husband, Alec; granddaughters, Gay Blech and husband, Dusty, Teri Zeni and Brian Maclennan; nieces, Jo Anne Mitchell and husband, Fred, Wynn Clevenger and husband, Pat; nephew, Gene Wheeler and wife, Sylvia; great-grandchildren, Briana and Kessick Blech, Joseph and Elizabeth Zeni. Bonnie is also survived by many near and dear friends. Her family and church were a big part of her life. Bonnie was born in Hagerman, NM August 19, 1914, the youngest of five children born to Joseph V. Wheeler and Ethel Newburn Wheeler. She was predeceased by her parents; brother, Roy Wheeler; sisters, Mazie Wheeler, Reba Gay"Skippie" Johnson, Ann Hutton; and step-son, Lavell Jones. At various times she lived in Albuquerque and in California. Bonnie and daughter, Ginger moved back to Albuquerque in 1950 to stay. She worked in retail sales for many years and retired from Sears Roebuck. She married Roy Williams in 1963. Bonnie and Roy worked together in Roy's company, Albuquerque Dry-Wall. Roy died June 10, 1984. Visitation: 3113 Carlisle Blvd. NE, Tuesday, December 29, 1998, 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Services will be held at First Christian Church, 10,101 Montgomery Blvd. NE, at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, December 30, 1998. Services will be conducted by Reverend James Ward. Pallbearers are Dusty Blech, Julian Hippell, Brian Maclennan, Fred Mitchell, Jack Mulcahy, and Hank Mullin. In lieu of flowers, Bonnie requested that donations be made to the Ginger Grossetete Edowment Fund of the Senior Foundation, PO Box 27674, Albuquerque, NM 87125 or the charity of your choice. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Williams -- Roy Eldon Williams, Sr., 77, a lifelong resident of Moriarty, passed away Monday, December 28, 1998 in Albuquerque. Roy was born February 19, 1921 to John B. and Maggie (Cullers) Williams in Moriarty, NM. Roy married Mary Jane Winn July 6, 1940 in Las Vegas, NM, she preceded him in death May 6, 1993. Roy's family homesteaded in the Estancia Valley, they thought of moving, but they loved the Estancia Valley. He served in the Army during World War II. Roy was a rancher in the Moriarty area for over 50 years, and was a member of the American Legion in Moriarty, and he was also a member of the First Baptist Church in Moriarty. Survivors include two sons and daughter-in-law, Eldon Williams, Jr. of Moriarty, NM and Joe Tim and Alice of Deming, NM; one daughter and son-in-law, Nixie and Phil Clark of Estancia; two brothers and sister-in-law, Lloyd M. Williams of Moriarty, NM and Dan L. and Jean Williams of Moriarty, NM; one sister and brother-in-law, Virginia and Lewis O'Neal of Moriarty, NM; 11 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Thursday, December 31, 1998, 10:00 a.m., at the First Baptist Church in Moriarty, with R.A. Long officiating. Burial will follow in the Mountain View Cemetery in Moriarty, NM with his grandsons serving as pallbearers, Madison Clark, Derek Clark, John Williams, Joe Dan Williams, Jay Travis Williams and Roy Eldon Williams III. Honorary pallbearers will be Ira Williams, JC Alderson, Ed Scott, Dwayne Luce, Ray Halderman, and LeRoy Griego. Arrangements were entrusted to the Harris-Hanlon Mortuary in Moriarty, NM. .DMP
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