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Anderson -- Virginia Irene Anderson, 71, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, December 28, 1998. She is survived by her loving family, daughter, Sandra D. Anderson; sister, Leona Allan; and brother, Randall S. Rubottom. Her life's goal and accomplishments were to bring happiness and love to all her family and friends. At Mrs. Anderson's request there will be no memorial services, but a gathering of relatives, friends and Eastern Star brothers and sisters would be greatly appreciated at the family residence on January 3, 1998, 3:00 p.m., 298-4301. Her burial site will be at Santa Fe National Cemetery, where she will be interred with her husband of 43 years, Dixon L. Anderson. Her legacy of love will forever be in our hearts. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Chavez-Sanchez -- Chavez- STEPHANIE LYNNE CHAVEZ-SANCHEZ 7-20-64 12-25-98Survived by mother, Linda CDeBaca-Cash and husband, James; father, Tony Sanchez, Jr.; children, Rhiannon, Raquel, Ronnie and Stephen; brothers, Robert and Patrick Sanchez; ex-husband, Ron Chavez; and parents, Johnny and Georgia Chavez; grandmothers, Florence Johnson and Priscilla Sanchez; great-grandmother, Agnes Perea; four uncles; cousins; several nieces and nephews; and friend, Lee Way. Stephanie attended St. Mary's, Kennedy Middle School, Cibola, Pima Medical Institute and graduated from T.V.I. School of Nursing as a R.N. in 1994. She was a loving and nurturing mother with an open door to anyone who needed a place to stay. She was active in her children's projects at Alvarado Elementary School and attended her boy's soccer games. We will all think of her anytime we hear her favorite music by Stevie Nicks of Fleetwood Mac. Stephanie comforted and helped care for her grandfather, Robert Johnson, earlier this year in his last months of life. She has now joined him and we pray that she found peace and comfort in the arms of our Lord.Mass and Rosary will be held at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary-9502 4th NW Rosary: Sunday, 7:00 p.m. Funeral: Monday, 10:00 a.m. Arrangements by Metropolitan Direct Burial
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Daby -- Crucita G. Daby Crucita loved everyone; everyone loved Crucita. Her warm and friendly personality endeared her to all that knew her. She died on December 29, 1998. She was born Crucita Garcia, in Dona Ana, New Mexico, and graduated from Las Cruces High School. After high school she worked for the state government in the old capital building in Santa Fe. In 1941, she went to work in Washington, DC as a clerk stenographer and interpreter. From there she moved to San Francisco, where she later met and married Robert Daby during World War II. They had three girls, Roberta, Juanita and Laura. The family lived in Washington State and Florida before moving to Albuquerque in 1959. Crucita worked for the federal government at Kirtland and Sandia Bases where she retired after 23 years. She was in the Blue Bells Garden Club, Eastern Star, and Daughters of the Nile. Crucita and Bob were active in the Gold Wing Roadrunners Association and the Retreads Motorcycle clubs. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Robert L. Daby; their three daughters; and grandchildren, Sabrina Busico, Victor, David (deceased), and Michael Chavez, Nicholas and Natasha Anderson; and two great-grandchildren, Benjamin Chavez and Cacia Chavez. Also surviving are her brother, Evans Garcia; and sister, Adela Bowen. The family wishes to express their gratitude to the staff at St. Joseph Hospital and Presbyterian Hospice for their loving care and concern for Crucita and her family. Memorial services will take place on Saturday at 12:00 noon at Desert Springs Church, 7509 Paseo del Norte (NW corner of Wyoming and Paseo). In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the American Cancer Society, 5810 Lomas NE 87110 or to the Shriners Children's Hospital, 6600 Zuni SE 87108.
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Guerra -- Mrs. Josephina Guerra, died Thursday at the age of 72. She is survived by four sons, Jose, Rogelio, Felipe and Roberto Martinez; four daughters, Eloisa Sanchez, Maria Carabajal, Martha Martinez and Antonia Martinez; one brother, Jose Guerra; one sister, Antonia Guerra; 20 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Funeral Services will be held today at the Vida Abundante Church at 2851 Arrenal Rd. SW at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the San Jose De Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Juan, Rogelio, Felipe, Stella Martinez and Martin and Veronica Sanchez. Arrangements by the Salazar and Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Lowrey -- Ruth Q. Lowrey, a 45 year resident of New Mexico, passed away on Saturday, December 26, 1998 at a local health care center. Ruth was born in Gentry County, Missouri, June 3, 1904 and was preceded in death by her husband, Laurence D. Lowrey; and a daughter, Lela Helen Merriman. Ruth is survived by her son, Robert Lowrey; sister, Martha Helen Lynch; eight grandchildren, Ruth, Larry, Cindy, Bill, Brenda, Maria, Kendall and Lisa; also numerous great-grandchildren. Graveside Services are scheduled for today, Saturday, January 2, 1999 at the Fairview Memorial Park at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Myron White officiating. Cremation arrangements were provided by Metropolitan Direct Burial and Cremation Center, Inc. 766-9400
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Maestas -- Max Maestas:In memory of my beloved husband. My love, my love, my one true love. It's been two years since you've been gone, gone from my sight, but not from my mind or heart. When you left a brilliant mind stopped working, a loving heart stopped beating. You are out of my sight, but you are never far from me. Our home has so many wonderful memories of you. I see you in our children. I feel your presence when a sudden breeze comes up in the stillness of the night, in the midst of a crowd, the singing of the birds early in the morning. But most of all I have your presence in my heart. When it came time to realize that a cure was not to be, our Lord looked down upon you and said"Come with me I shall give you rest." Whenever it seems like I just can't make it through this time in my life, I whisper"Please help Dear Lord it's just too hard alone." The Lord replies,"Trust me child lean on me" and with a sigh I cry out,"My love, my love, my one true love." Your Wife Dora
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Ortiz -- The family of Mauricio I. Ortiz would like to express their thanks to their family and friends and the flowers during this time. A special thanks to Charles Aguilar for reciting the Rosary and Fr. Virgil Furfaro for celebrating the Mass. Services entrusted to Alameda Mortuary.
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Otero -- Lionor S. Otero, 92, a resident of Albuquerque since 1973, died Thursday, December 31, 1998. She is survived by her daughters, Sara Baca, Jessie Lucero and husband, Able, all of Albuquerque and Lou Manley of Oklahoma City, OK; sons, Juan Pablo Otero and wife, Mabel of Mountainair, NM and Mike Otero and wife, Dora of LaMesa, NM; daughter-in-law, Mella Anderson and husband, Andy of Albuquerque; 18 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. She was a lifelong member of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Manzano, NM and she was a member of the Altar Rosary Society. She was a friend to all and"LOVED EVERYBODY." Rosary will be recited Sunday, January 3, 1999, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Lourdes Brito reciting, with Mike Silva accompanying. Mass will be celebrated Monday, January 4, 1999, 10:30 a.m., at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Manzano, NM, with Father Domingo, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Sorrows Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Randy Schlegel, Deborah Baca, Charlie Otero, Michael Otero, Yolanda Otero-Inman and Miles Manley. Honorary Pallbearers will be Aaron Underwood and Leroy Candelaria. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Payne -- Reid H. Payne, 88, a resident of Albuquerque since 1947, died Wednesday, December 30, 1998. He is survived by his sons, Donald Payne and R.J. Payne and wife, Beverly; daughter, Leston Bass and husband, Jerry, all of Albuquerque; seven grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. Mr. Payne was a member of Rio Grande Baptist Church. Services will be held Saturday, 10:30 a.m. at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Pastor Ernest Key officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Friday, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
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Poole -- Helen M. Poole, 75, a resident of Albuquerque for 45 years, died Thursday, December 31, 1998. She is survived by her husband, William J. (Bill) of the family home; son, Dan Poole and wife, Debra of Albuquerque; daughters, Marie E. Wood of Albuquerque, Michele Simpson and husband, Bill of Rockaway Beach, MO and Laura Poole-Taylor and husband, Greg of Rio Rancho; grandsons, Vincent Wood, Michael Wood and wife, Kaylene, Don Simpson and wife, Jessica and Chris Poole; granddaughters, Gemma Wood, Yvette McClelland and husband, Paul and Beth LaDouceur and husband, Brett; five great-grandchildren; brother-in-law, John F. Poole; six nieces and nephews; and many other family and friends. Helen retired after many years with APS. Memorial Services will be Sunday, January 3, 1999 at 3:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd., NE. The family prefers memorial contributions be made to the charity of your choice.
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Rubertone -- Mary Rubertone passed away suddenly at her home December 30, 1998. She was preceded in death by son, Wayne; brother, Bill; and father, Alfred. She is survived by her husband, Pete; son, Dave; and other family and friends who loved and will miss her. Direct Services, 2919 4th NW, 343-8008.
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Vinson -- Neal L. Vinson, 85, a resident of Albuquerque since 1952, died Thursday, December 31, 1998. He is survived by his wife, Myrtle Hollander Vinson of Albuquerque; sons, Carl W. Theisen and wife, Bernadette of Los Gatos, CA and Neal W. Vinson and wife, Nancy of Danville, CA; grandchildren, Glenn Vinson and wife, Eloisa of Mason, OH, Curt Theisen of San Francisco, CA; Kenneth Vinson of Aptos, CA, Kelly Theisen of Los Gatos, CA, Maureen Paolucci of Questa, CO, David Vinson of Dublin, CA and Christine Vinson of Sacramento, CA; and three great-grandchildren. Neal was born in Los Angeles, CA and was raised in Bisbee, AZ. He earned his Engineering degree from Carnegie-Mellon University. Prior to WWII, he worked with his father at L.W. Vinson & Son in Bisbee. During that time, he was elected to the Arizona State Legislature. He retired as a Major from the US Army after serving during WWII and the Korean Conflict. He had a 26 year career at Sandia National Labs. Neal held several patents and published a number of professional papers. He also served as a state representative in New Mexico in 1977. He continued his lifelong pursuit of education attending the University of California, University of New Mexico and Oxford University. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Catherine E. Vinson; and son, Jon L. Vinson. Services will be held Monday, 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Sandia Memory Gardens. The family requests memorial contributions be made to Health Care for The Homeless Project, 805 Tijeras Ave. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Wilson -- Jean Wilson, 8-1-24, longtime resident of Cedar Crest, died Sunday after privately bottling a long illness. Reaching out to other through volunteer work in many areas is how she will especially be remembered. She will be deeply missed by family and friends."Daughter, mother, farm manager, teacher and volunteer. Life enriched with kids, animals and friends. Life goes on, I leave you all with love." Services: first Unitarian Church, 3701 Carlisle Blvd. NE at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, January 2, 1999. In lieu of flowers, please make and send contributions to People Living Through Cancer (PLTC), 323 Eighth St. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102-3005. 
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