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Altavilla -- Virginia V. Altavilla, 92, a resident of Rio Rancho for 29 years, passed away on Friday, January 22, 1999. Virginia was born to Gustav Rispoli and Maria (Dalbis) Rispoli in Naples, Italy on February 3, 1906. Virginia worked in retail sales for Saks Fifth Avenue for nine years before retiring. Virginia was a member of Felician Sisters Auxiliary and the Meadowlark Senior Center in Rio Rancho. Virginia was preceded in death by her husband Corrado Altavilla. Virginia is survived by one daughter, Lillian Falco of Rio Rancho; one grandson, Matthew Bauer; one niece, Eleanor Blanken of Phoenix, AZ. Visitation will be Tuesday 1:00 to 3:30 PM in Vista Verde Chapel. Services for Virginia will be Tuesday, January 26, 1999, at Vista Verde Memorial Chapel 3:30 p.m. with The Rev. Clarence Galli of San Ysidro Catholic Church Corrales officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Sandia Hospice, 4775 Indian School Road NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110, 268-2273. Interment will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, 4310 Sara Road, Rio Rancho, 892-9920.
        Published on: Mon January 25, 1999

Bailey -- Anna Marie Bailey passed away at her home on Saturday, January 23, 1999. Born on January 4, 1914 in Pittsburgh, PA, she was the oldest child of Gregory and Pearl Romansik who emigrated from Ukraine. A charter member of First United Methodist Church in Los Alamos. Mrs. Bailey was President of the United Methodist Women (WSCS) and District Vice President. She was a charter member of St. Stephens United Methodist Church in Albuquerque and most recently a member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Albuquerque. Mrs. Bailey joined the Rebekah Lodge, I.O.O.F., in Ohio in 1943, and at her death was a member of Mountain View Rebekah Lodge #36 in Albuquerque. She served as State President of the NM Rebekah Assembly in 1976 and 1977. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, John L. Bailey of the family home; son, Frederick and wife, Mal-ye and family; daughter, Judith; daughter, Jean Nelson and husband, Ron, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Damon John Schulze of Los Angeles, CA, Rustin Nelson of Dallas, TX, Randin Nelson of Albuquerque, Cheri Lynne Powers and husband, Tom of Colorado Springs, CO and David C. Bailey and wife, Rose of Moriarty; four great-grandchildren; four brothers, Fred, Peter, Charles and Nicholas; and two sisters, Mary and Genevieve. Mrs. Bailey was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. In her community service, she became"mother" to many children whose lives she touched. Memorial services will be held Tuesday, 2:00 p.m., at Trinity United Methodist Church, 3715 Silver Ave. SE, with Rev. Jim Massey officiating. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Monday from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, 3715 Silver Ave. SE, 87108 or New Mexico Boys & Girls Ranch, 6209 Hendrix NE, 87110. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Mon January 25, 1999

Bordlemay -- In Loving Memory of MARVIN L. BORDLEMAY 12-13-29 to 1-25-95 Love & Miss You Your Loving Family
        Published on: Mon January 25, 1999

Castro -- Salvador T."Sal" Castro, 76, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Saturday, January 23, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Frances B. Castro of the family home; sons, Robert Castro of Albuquerque and Ted Castro and wife, Jennifer of Placentia, CA; daughters, Flora Castro, Stephnie Stone and husband, Kevin, Trini Taylor and husband, Maurice, Virginia Castro, Linda Durgan and Yvette Garcia, all of Albuquerque; 21 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; sister, Mary Montoya and husband, Louie of Albuquerque; and beloved niece, Leonella Garcia. He was a member of American Legion Post #13, and Queen of Heaven Parish. Rosary will be recited Tuesday, 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Deacon Ruben Barela reciting. Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, 10:30 a.m., at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5311 Phoenix, NE, with Deacon Pilar Garcia, Officiant. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Tuesday from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
        Published on: Mon January 25, 1999

Chavez -- Funeral services for Mrs. Sally Chavez will be held on Monday at the Ascension Catholic Church where the mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Los Padillas Cemetery. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. S.W.
        Published on: Mon January 25, 1999

Diaz -- Derrick Anthony Diaz, 4, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Saturday, January 23, 1999. He is survived by his mother, Sandy Diaz; brother, Dominic A. Trujillo; sister, Chrystal A. Loya; grandparents, Connie Heuer and husband, Ralph and Floran Duran, all of Albuquerque; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Services will be held Tuesday, 1:00 p.m., at Calvary Chapel, 4001 Osuna Rd. NE, with Pastor Robert Church officiating. Pallbearers will be Greg Thompson, Kevin Salazar, Dominic Trujillo and Alex Portillo. The family requests memorial contributions be made to the Make A Wish Foundation of NM, 5301 Central NE, Suite 203, 87108. French Mortuary Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Mon January 25, 1999

Graham -- Elsie Eleanor Graham, age 88 and a resident of Albuquerque for 43 years passed away on Friday January 22, 1999. She is survived by two daughters, Nancy L. Zimmerly and her husband, Rick of Albuquerque, and Sandra G. Prestiene and her husband, Bruce of Sherman, TX; and one grandson, Steven Davis; four sisters, Alice Tollakson, Alma Lundberg, Wanetta Busch, and Louise Brassie; two sisters-in-law, Mary Mattix, and Bette Humbard and her husband, Merle; brother-in-law, Jack Graham and his wife, Clara, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Orvalle Wm. (Doc) Graham in 1977. Mrs. Graham was a life member of the Eastern Star of the Grand Chapter of Kansas, and Progress Chapter 49. She managed the Bird of Paradise Motel for many years, and owned and operated the Rodeo Court Motel on Central. Visitation will be held on Monday from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. in the Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne. Interment will follow in Sunset Park Cemetery with Russell Reinecke, Tony Sandoval, Lee Morgan, Steve Davis, Mike Rode, and Steve Torres serving as pallbearers. Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE are in charge of arrangements.
        Published on: Mon January 25, 1999

Gusowsky -- Florence Gusowsky, 86, a residence of Rio Rancho for 27 years passed away Thursday, January 21, 999. Florence was born to Milton Hower and Ida Rose Silverstein in Bronx, NY, September 9, 1912. She was a homemaker and a member of B'nai Israel. She is a life member and past president of Hadassah. Florence is survived by her husband, Morris Gusowsky of Rio Rancho; one sister, Rita Fenester of Florida; two nieces, Sharon and Frances; one nephew, Howard. Services are Monday, January 25, 1999, 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary. Rabbi Guttman and Rabbi Schmuckler officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Solomon Schechter Day School, 4401 Indian School Rd. NE, 87110, 232-2325. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, 4310 Sara Road, 892-9920.
        Published on: Mon January 25, 1999

Gwynn -- Pearl M. Gwynn, 78, a long time resident of Albuquerque passed away peacefully at home on Monday, January 18, 1999 after a long illness. She is survived by her devoted son, Archie A. Gwynn of Albuquerque; and two brothers and numerous nieces and nephews all of California. She leaves behind countless beloved friends and will be missed by all whose lives she touched. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, January 27, 1999, 9:00 a.m. at St. Bernadette's Catholic Church.
        Published on: Mon January 25, 1999

Harris -- Patricia C."Tricia" Harris, age 40, and a life long resident of New Mexico passed away on Friday, January 22, 1999. She is survived by her husband, Bucky Harris; one daughter, Summer Harris both of Albuquerque; her parents, Mr. & Mrs. Cecilio Mirabal; three sisters, Bernadette Hiles, Jeanne Narramore, and Veronica Scarbro all of San Rafael, NM; one brother, Danny Mirabal of Houston, TX, and eight nephews and one niece. Visitation will be held on Monday from 1:00 to 7:00 p.m. with a rosary to follow at 7:00 p.m. in the Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE. Mass of Christian burial will be held on Tuesday January 26, 1999 at 10:00 a.m. in St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. Interment will follow in Mt. Calvary Cemetery with Brandon Narramore, Rick Scarbo, Miguel Mirabal, Juan Mirabal, Matthew Silva, and Ron Brousseau serving as pallbearers. Keith Guttlieb, Alex Gonzales, Andrew Jaynes Joe Sierra, Danny Mirabal, and Mark Hiles will serve as honorary pallbearers. Strong-Thorne, 1100 Coal Ave. SE are in charge of arrangements.
        Published on: Mon January 25, 1999

Herrera -- Margaret Herrera, 74, a resident of Albuquerque since 1946, died Friday, January 22, 1999. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Anthony J. Herrera of Albuquerque; sons, Charles O. Herrera and wife, Yvonne of Albuquerque and Anthony J. Herrera and wife, Eileen of Fullerton, CA; daughter, Mary Margaret Sallinger and husband, Dan of Alamogordo; granddaughter, Michele Margaret Herrera of Albuquerque; grandsons, Dominic Anthony Herrera, Doyle Allen Herrera, and Reilly O'Neill Herrera all of Fullerton, CA, and Chris Sallinger and wife, Shannon of Alamogordo; great-granddaughter, Nicolette Arianna Herrera of Albuquerque; brother, Daniel O'Neill and wife, Greta of Middlesborough, England. Margaret was a member of Immaculate Conception Church. Rosary will be recited Monday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with deacon George Sandoval reciting. Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, 10:30 a.m., at Immaculate Conception Church, 619 Copper NW, with Father Frank Renfroe, S.J., Celebrant. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be members of the Disabled American Veterans. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Sunday, 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The family requests memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas NE, 87110. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Mon January 25, 1999

Lovato -- Edward J. Lovato, age 45 and a resident of Albuquerque passed away on Friday, January 22, 1999. He is survived by his daughter, Crystal Lovato of Arizona; his mother, Evangeline Garcia and step-father, Miguel Garcia of Bernalillo; two sisters, Diana Schultz of California, and Priscilla Alderete of Albuquerque; one brother, Paul Lovato of California, and other relatives and friends including Lola Perea who was like a second mother to him. Edward was a member of State of New Mexico Board of Examiners for Architects. Viewing and Visitation will be held Monday, January 25, 1999 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. when a rosary will be recited in the Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Bernalillo, NM. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Tuesday January 26, 1999 at 11:00 a.m. in Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, interment will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery with John Gutierez, Mike Alderete, Paul Perea, Gilbert Perea, Henry Perea, and Eli Esquibel serving as pallbearers, and Arturo Herrera, Art Gutierez, Joe Chavez, and Eddie Joe Esquibel serving as honorary pallbearers. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle Blvd. NE are in charge of arrangements.
        Published on: Mon January 25, 1999

Malcolm -- Myrtle M. Malcolm, 91, a resident of Albuquerque since 1948, died Friday, January 22, 1999. She is survived by her daughters, Hylan W. Jones and husband, James of Albuquerque, and Doris Holland and husband, Howard of Moses Lake, WA; sons, Oather G. Wilson and wife, Shirley of Bowling Green, KY and Lawrence Wilson of Reno, NV; 12 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. Myrtle was a member of the Church of Christ. Cremation will take place and private family services will be held. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Mon January 25, 1999

Mcbride -- Elsie A. McBride Do not weep for me my loved ones.Do not weep for me when I have gone to be with my Lord and Savior. For we will all be together again some day. Do not weep for me as I now pass through the deaths doors, for pain and suffering I will endure no more. As I now take God's hand, for He has come to take me to the promised land, Gods word says! Do not weep for me with heavy heart for my work here on earth is now done, for through Gods love we are never far apart, for in your memory I will always live. I have made my foot prints in the sand. In loving memory of Elsie Ada McBride. April 24, 1907 to January 15, 1999 Born in Kelly, NM resident of Winslow, AZ and Albuquerque. She is survived by her daughter, Georgia Lee Worden and husband, Robert W. Worden of Albuquerque; granddaughter, Carolyn Ann Alexander of Mission Hills, CA; great-granddaughter, Leilani Potter and husband, Anthony of Westfield, NJ; sister, Elva Young and family of Grass Valley, CA; brother, Ralph Beard and family of Ft. Smith, Arkansas; sister-in-law, Lorraine McBride and family of Granada Hills, CA and many dear friends. Mrs. McBride was a member of the First Christian Church of Winslow, AZ. Memorial services are pending. Thank you for being my friend. Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave. SE are in charge of arrangements.
        Published on: Mon January 25, 1999

Moore -- Eileen"Ikie" F. Moore, 80, a resident of Albuquerque for 53 years died Saturday, January 23, 1999. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 52 years, Walter F. Moore; sisters and brothers-in-law, JoAnn and Norman Cooper and Lenora and Don Stong; nieces and nephews, Norma Cooper and partner, Chuck Frink of Albuquerque, Karen Cooper of Rio Rancho, Rex Cooper and wife, Danielle of Gilbert, AZ, Sandy Schrader of Fountain Valley, CA, Peggy Wells and husband, Jerry of Denver, CO, Ronn Wiley, Roy Wiley and wife, Marty and July Wiley, all of Phoenix, AZ, and Connie and John Congdon of Colorado Springs, CO; and great-nieces and great-nephews, Chad and Casey Cooper and Chris and David Schrader, all of Albuquerque. She was preceded in death by her parents, Hazel D. and Roy Wiley and brothers, Eugene and Howard Wiley. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, 11:30 a.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, with Rev. Ray Wells officiating. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Mon January 25, 1999

Morgan -- Lieutenant General Thomas W. Morgan, USAF (Ret.) passed away peacefully in his home on January 22, 1999 after a long and courageous battle with cancer, with his wife at his bedside. He is survived by his wife, Dolores; seven children and their spouses, Wendell and Joan Morgan of Montgomery, AL, Catherine and Frank Townsend of Ninety-Six, SC, Ward Morgan of Clemson, SC, Lewis and Delores Morgan of Greenwood, SC, Jacqueline Morgan and Barbara Anderson of Jemez Springs, NM, Lt./Col. James Morgan (USA) and Pamela Morgan of St. Croix, USVI and Lt./Col. Stephen and Major Sarah Preteska (USAF) of Jemez Springs, NM; his sisters, Virginia M. Howze of Jonesboro, TN, Mary and Russell Chapman of Bay St. Louis, MS and Lucy and Carlton Phillips of Alamogordo, NM; his 12 wonderful grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife of 51 years, Catherine Richmond; and his parents, Emma and Wendell, Lt. Gen. Morgan was active in many military and civic organizations. Family and friends may attend visitation at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Monday, January 25, 1999, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Services will be held Tuesday, January 26, 1999 at The Chapel, Kirtland Air Force Base, at 10:00 a.m. with Chaplain Col. Lemuel M. Boyles, USAF, (Ret.) officiating followed by an interment service at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 12:30 p.m. with full military honors by Kirtland Air Force Base Honor Guard. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Vista Care Family Hospice, 8804 Washington NE, Suite C, 87113, (505) 821-5404, or The Cancer Research & Development Treatment Center at UNM, 900 Camino De Salud NE, 87131, (505) 272-2114 in remembrance of Lieutenant General Thomas W. Morgan. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Mon January 25, 1999

Quintana -- The family of Mr. Bennie Quintana would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement, to Father Larry Schrieber for reciting the rosary, to Monsignor Joaquin Bazan and Father Larry Schrieber for celebrating the funeral mass and to the pallbearers. A special thank you to the medical staff at the Veterans Hospital and to Father Rousseau and Father Bayer for their daily visits during Mr. Quintana's illness. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
        Published on: Mon January 25, 1999

Saiz -- Memorial Services for Mr. Alberto Saiz will be held on Monday at the San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 3rd St. SW.
        Published on: Mon January 25, 1999

Sedillo -- In Loving Memory of ANTHONY LEE SEDILLO Born: August 10, 1976 Died: January 25, 1996 Gone, But Not Forgotten Grandma Sedillo, Dad, & the Sedillos
        Published on: Mon January 25, 1999

Smith -- Catherine Smith, 83, a resident of Albuquerque since 1970, passed away Friday, January 22, 1999. She is survived by her son, Joseph M. Smith III and wife, Patricia of Santa Fe; daughter, Cairn Smith of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Leland, Dustin, and Caitlin Smith and Mitchell Olson. She was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Joseph M. Smith Jr., who passed away September 2, 1998; a brother, James Wylie; and her sister's, Elizabeth Most, Isabell Prevost, and Jean Joyce. Formerly of Santa Rosa, Mrs. Smith was a member of the Eastern Star and the Albuquerque Country Club. She loved her art. She painted china and oil portraits, which were displayed in local events in the Albuquerque area. Services will be held Tuesday, 10:00 a.m., at Santa Rosa United Methodist Church, 401 4th St., with Rev. Ralph G. Valdez officiating. Interment will follow at Evergreen Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jody Smith, David Smith, L.J. Smith, Dustin Smith, Dennis Shiplit, and Buster Dudrey. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Monday from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The family requests memorial contributions be made to the Eastern Star of Santa Rosa, 300 Baca Street. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Mon January 25, 1999

Tellyer -- Brigetta H."Kitty", President of the Tellyer Company, died at La Posada, Residential Hospice Center, January 22, 1999. Born in Berlin, Germany, September 1925. Attended school and later college in Berlin where she worked during WWII for the German government. As the war progressed she joined the Allied Forces as a typist and an interpreter. Kitty married her first husband and returned to the United States to later become a citizen. She met her second husband, Harry B. Tellyer (Pardner), in Albuquerque as an Author Murray dance instructor. After moving to Las Cruces Kitty and Pardner worked together in the development of Telshor Hills and later Tellbrook. For many years she was an active member of Altrusa and recently the Alumnae Club of Alpha Chi Omega. She was also involved for over 30 years with the Miss NM USA Beauty pageant. She served as a judge and a mentor for young women starting out in pageant competitions. She is survived by her"adopted" sons and daughters-in-law, Rob Fitzpatrick, wife, Michelle and David Fitzpatrick, wife, Marta; stepdaughter and grandson, Donna and Alan Fastle. In lieu of flowers Kitty wishes that donations be made to the following organizations Mesilla Valley Hospice at 229 E. Montana, Las Cruces, NM 88005 (505) 523-6518 and Literacy Volunteers of Dona Ana County at Dona Ana Branch Community College, 3400 S. Espina Street, Las Cruces, NM 88003. A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 30, 1999 at 1:30 at Graham Mortuary Chapel. Services under the direction of Graham Mortuary, Mesilla Valley Crematory 555 W. Amador, Las Cruces, NM 88005.
        Published on: Mon January 25, 1999

Whitlow -- Bertha Whitlow, 88, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 21, 1999. She is survived by her children, Jean Vinke of Albuquerque, Donald Whitlow and wife, Eloise of Tucumcari, NM, Dale Whitlow of Peralta, NM, Jerry Whitlow and wife, Deborah of Tijeras, NM, and Darlene Hoskins and husband, Wayne of Albuquerque; nine grandchildren; nineteen great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; and numerous other relatives and friends. Mrs. Whitlow was preceded in death by her husband, Rip Whitlow. She was a loving mother, grandmother, enjoyed being a homemaker, and was a school bus driver for 25 years. Services will be held Monday, January 25, 1999, 1:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas NE, with Pastor Clyde Fulfer officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be Steve Vinke, Bob Whitlow, Gary Whitlow, Glen Vinke, Derek Whitlow, Mike Thoma, and Paul Quintana. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Sunday, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.
        Published on: Mon January 25, 1999

Wilson -- W.J. Tunny Wilson died Tuesday, January 19, 1999. Cremation has taken place. Tunny was born February 10, 1937 in Hereford, Texas. His family moved to Albuquerque in January 1952. He was graduated from Highland High School in 1955, and was a co-captain of the Highland High School State Football Championship Team of 1954. Tunny served with the U.S. Army in Korea and was graduated from the University of New Mexico School of Business in 1964. He was a graduate of UNM School of Law in 1986 after successful careers in the securities industry and real estate. He practiced law in Albuquerque and Durango, Colorado until his illness. Tunny was a multi-engine aircraft instrument pilot instructor and accomplished horseman. In lieu of flowers, Tunny requested donations to the"Make a Wish Foundation" of New Mexico, 5301 Central Avenue NE 87108. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 27, at St. John's Episcopal Cathedral, Fourth and Silver, Downtown Albuquerque. Friends will be welcomed at a gathering in the church hall after the service. .DMP
        Published on: Mon January 25, 1999