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Adair -- Robin D. Adair was born on August 17, 1901, in Texas. Robin passed away on January 26, 1999, while in the Albuquerque Manor Nursing Home. Mr. Adair is survived by two sons, Robin D. Adair, Jr. living in Westminster, Colorado, and Richard Weldon Adair living in Boulder, Colorado. Mr. Adair was employed by the Associated Press for approximately 40 years, starting on 8-31-24. His last position was as Traffic Bureau Chief in the Albuquerque office of the AP. He retired from the AP on 9-1-66. A Memorial Service will take place in the Strong-Thorne Mortuary, Palm Chapel, 1100 Coal S.E., Albuquerque, New Mexico, at 2:00 P.M. on Thursday, January 28, 1999. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE, in charge of arrangements.
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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 and Maria Dalbis Rispoli in Norfolk, VA 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 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. 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 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.
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Atencio -- The family of Frank Atencio would like to thank all of the relatives and friends who were so kind and sympathetic during their recent loss, especially Fr. Fufaro, the Disabled American Veterans West Mesa Chapter V in Rio Rancho, the Auxiliary Veterans Honorguard, Knights of Columbus, Council 7633 in Bernalillo, and the Catholic Daughters. Services entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, Gary F. Santillanes CFSP.
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Billingsley -- Services for Marion Clark Billingsley will be held 10:00 a.m. CST, Thursday, January 28, 1999 at First Baptist Church, Farwell, Texas. Marion was born December 17, 1912 in Pecan Gap, TX and passed away January 25, 1999 in Albuquerque. Arrangements are being handled by Steed-Todd Funeral Home in Clovis, NM. He married Clara Mae Copeland on December 13, 1936 in Morton, TX. He had lived in the Farwell/Lariat area since 1948. Survivors are his wife, Clara Billingsley; children, Toni Betty of Cocan, TX, Phillip Billingsley of Las Cruces, and Sherry Childs of Albuquerque; sister, Lou Ellen Ogletree of Oroville, CA; seven grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church in Farwell, TX.
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Brown -- Robert J. Brown SGM, AUS (Ret) passed away after a lengthy illness on Monday January 25, 1999. He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty. Robert was born in Houston, Texas on February 23, 1925 to Robert Sr. and Minnie Brown. Robert worked as a Safety Engineer for the State of New Mexico Osha and City of Albuquerque Risk Management before retiring. Robert served his nation proudly in WWII in the Pacific Theatre. He retired from the Army Reserves at the rank of Sgt. Major. Robert belonged to the American Society of Safety Engineers and was Safety Professional of the year 1991. Robert was a member of Sandia Mountain Lodge #72 and was Worshipful Master in 1972. He was also a member of Zia Daylight Lodge #77, Scottish Rite and Shriners. Robert is survived by two sons, Rhett of Farmington and James and his wife, Kathy of Los Lunas; and a daughter, Rebecca. He is also survived by two grandsons, Adam and Joshua. A memorial service will be held by his Masonic Brothers at a later date. Burial will be at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Animal Humane Society. The family thanks Sandia Hospice for all the care and dedication they provided. Thank you Darren and Jenny. Sunrise Society of New Mexico in charge of remains, 891-8200.
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Couffer -- Committal services for Mrs. Katie C. Couffer will be conducted today, 2:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery with the Reverend John Plans officiating. Services are under the direction of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Avenue SW.
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Fox -- Frederick William"Bill" Fox, 76, a beloved and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, was called home to be with the Lord Sunday, January 124, 1999. Mr. Fox was born on August 18, 1922 in Winona, MN; he was a resident of Albuquerque; a member of the Episcopal Church; he served in the U.S. Navy during World War II; attended the University of Minnesota, Winona Campus; and was a Junior High Teacher. Mr. Fox survived by his loving wife, Irene Edith Fox of Albuquerque; one son, William Frederick Fox and wife, Debra of Glendale, CA; two grandsons, Steven and Eric Fox; one sister, Edith Krache of San Bernardino, CA. He will be greatly missed by his loving family and by those who loved and knew him. A memorial service will be conducted Saturday, January 30, 1999, 2:00 p.m., at Carter Hall at La Vida Llena Retirement Community, 10501 Lagrima de Oro Rd. NE, with Reverend Norton Scrimshire officiating. Services are under the direction of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW.
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Garcia -- Mrs. Elbia Garcia, a lifetime resident of Albuquerque, died Saturday at the age of 68. Mrs. Garcia was a member of the San Jose Church. She was preceded in death by two sons, Richard M. Garcia and Freddy E. Garcia. Mrs. Garcia is survived by her sons, Johnny R. Garcia and wife, Rosario, Abel Garcia Jr. and Michael M. Garcia and wife, Magdalena; daughters, Charlotte Baca and husband, Frank, Cathy Morales and husband, Juan, Emma Few and husband, Johnny, and Lorraine Garcia and fiance, Ronald; 14 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. Funeral services for Mrs. Garcia will be held on Wednesday at the San Jose Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. Burial will follow at the San Jose de Armjio Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Frank Baca Jr., Adam Baca, Frank Baca Sr., Daniel Velasquez, Johnny Few, and Ronald Sandoval. Honorary pallbearer will be Juan Morales. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 3rd St. SW.
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Graham -- Robert (Bob) N. Graham, 65, born on September 5, 1933 died on December 8, 1998 in Largo, FL. He is survived by his daughter, Holly Drummonds of Las Cruces, NM; four sons, Rob Graham, Paguate, NM, Steve Graham, Phoenix, AZ, Joe Graham, Tucson, AZ, and Will Graham and his wife, Lisa, Albuquerque; a brother, Patrick Graham and his wife, Sandra, Rio Rancho; and four grandchildren, Graham Drummonds, Alex, Heather, and Marina Graham. Services will be held on Thursday, January 28, 1999, 1:00 p.m., at the Santa Fe National Cemetery.
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Graham -- The family of Elsie wishes to express their gratitude for the kind expressions of sympathy during their time of need. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Harris -- The family of Patricia C."Tricia" Harris wishes to express their gratitude for the kind expressions of sympathy during their time of need. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Hennigan -- James Hennigan, age 69, passed away January 24, 1999 at his home in Raton Sunday morning. He was born March 10, 1929 in Wagon Mound, New Mexico to the late Carl and Lorene Hennigan. He is survived by his wife Charlotte Hennigan of Raton; two daughters, Sharla and her husband, Steve Kirkman of Albuquerque, Debbie and her husband, Wes Floyd of Des Moines, NM; one son, Norman (Punch) Hennigan of Raton; two sisters, Mary Gayle and her husband, Bill Baker of Tatum, NM, Alta Kehoe of Springer, NM; two grandchildren, Alisa and Brian Hennigan; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one brother, Norman Hennigan in 1950. Jim was a Rancher and Horseman in the Raton area and he was a pilot and loved to fly. He was a Gold Card member of the PRCA. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, January 27, 1999, at 1:00 p.m. in the Errington Memorial Chapel. Dan Harkness will officiate and interment will follow in the Hennigan Cemetery on Laughlin Peak Southeast of Raton. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Folsom and Desmoines EMT's or to the charity of your choice. The arrangements for Jim Hennigan are under the direction of the Errington Memorial Chapel.
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Hoffman -- Eileen Shiel Hoffman--On Friday, January 22, 1999, our sister lost her struggle with cancer at 9:50 a.m. Eileen passed into her new life at her home in Los Lunas. She was born in Albuquerque on January 21, 1959. Eileen is survived by her husband of 20 years, Larry Hoffman; her brother, Patrick; sisters, Marie, Deirdre, Renee; and her mother, Joyce Shiel. Also surviving are a super sister-in-law, Reba Shiel; three wonderful brothers-in-law, Tim Requsis, Craig Beaudry, and John Gordon; nephews and nieces, Joshua Spencer, Cole, Joyce, Jennifer and Jessica; and step-daughters, Marilyn, Amber and Alicia. We are all greatly saddened by our loss, but grateful her battle with pain is over. Eileen was never materialistic, her joys came from giving of herself. Her heart of gold and her smile that was heaven sent made everyone feel special. On April 24, 1978, Eileen married Larry. They shared a bond of friendship, respect, and have a bond that will never be replaced or forgotten. As always, Eileen was in charge of every detail to the very end, and as always Larry has carried out all of her final wishes. Eileen donated her earthly remains to the UNM School of Medicine for study and research. In keeping with her wishes, there will not be a memorial service, however, the family suggests that friends may make contributions, in Eileen's name, to the Polycystic Kidney Foundation, 4901 Main Street, Suite #200, Kansas City, Missouri 64112, 1-800-PKD-CURE. These contributions would be a fitting memorial for Eileen and may provide the cure for the one thousand americans who, like Eileen, suffer from this illness. Finally, we offer our heartfelt gratitude to the many medical professionals who, over the years, have cared for Eileen. We know you have given us added years of love and joy in the company of our sister. God bless us all. Larry Hoffman, The Beaudry, Gordon, Requsis and Sheil Families. Eileen, my darling, I love you with every fiber of my being. You have always been my comfort and my joy, and most of all, my strength. I have been so very blessed to have shared your life, and I hope that I have returned to you, in some small way, the gentle grace and happiness you gave to me. I shall always remember all that we have shared, the years you've made me so very happy, your advice and encouragement, all the sweet things you've done, the laughter, the fun, all the wonderful memories, your caring and compassion for others around you, has earned you a place with our Heavenly Father, so, rest now, my love, free from the pain that was your cross to bear far so many years. Remember, always, I love you with all my heart. Larry
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Irvine -- Frances Lorraine Irvine, 72, died Thursday, January 21, 1999, at her home in Albuquerque. She is survived by her daughter, Patricia D. Irvine of Rochester, NY; and her son, Michael R. Irvine and wife Colleen of Los Lunas, NM; grandchildren Dawn Heather Irvine of Rio Rancho, NM and Jeffrey Kielbasa of Los Lunas, NM; and great grandchildren, Brian Michael Lloyd and Kayla Kielbasa. She was preceded in death by three sons, Timothy Ian Irvine, Kenneth Steven Irvine and James Scott Irvine. Lorraine will be deeply missed by her family and friends. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, January 29, 1999 at Chelwood Park Foursquare Church, 1015 Chelwood Park Blvd. NE in Albuquerque.
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Kaiser -- Captain Frank Roy Kaiser died peacefully at home at the age 86, on January 24, 1999 after a long illness. Family and friends were with him. He is survived by his wife, Jean E. Kaiser of Corrales, NM. Other survivors include daughter, Christina Marshall and husband, Michael Marshall of Corrales; his daughter, Linda Kaiser of Glastonbury, CT, Emily Sue Lynch of Jackson, WY; son, Ernest Montgomery of Albuquerque, NM; 12 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Burial and memorial services will be held at a later date in Madison, CT.
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Lovato -- The family of Edward J. Lovato wishes to express their gratitude for the kind expressions of sympathy during their time of need. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, in charge of arrangements.
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Neal -- Katharine Neal, 76, a resident of Albuquerque for three years, died Monday, January 25, 1999. She is survived by her husband, William Neal of Albuquerque; son, Terry Neal and wife, Aurea of Guam; sisters, Dorothy Bartlett of Albuquerque and Pearl Klein of Aurora, MO; nephew, Dan Bartlett and wife, Dympna of Albuquerque; many nieces; and nephews. Mrs. Neal loved being involved in the Catholic Church. She also loved to cook. Memorial Mass will be celebrated Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Guadalupe, 1860 Griegos Rd. NW, with Father Richard Alona, Celebrant. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Norris -- Iola M. Norris, 89, of T or C, NM, passed away Saturday, January 23, 1999 in T or C. She was born June 6, 1909 in Clinton, Oklahoma to Jesse and Bessie Shaw. She was a New Mexico Pioneer coming to Mountainair from Oklahoma City by covered wagon in 1915. Her father homesteaded 11 1/2 miles Southeast on the west mesa near Mountainair. Mrs. Norris attended and graduated from the Mountainair High School in 1927. She attended two years at Las Vegas University. She taught at some of the country schools she had attended as a child. Iola accepted Christ and was baptized in the First Baptist Church in Mountainair in 1925, her membership was moved to Estancia in 1946 and to T or C in 1972. She was a member of the Order of Eastern Star Chapter #23 in Estancia, she served as Worth Matron in 1955, she was voted life member in 1971. Mrs. Norris loved young people and was active in 4H work and the Estancia Teenage Club. She was a loving mother and devoted wife. Mrs. Norris married Milton Norris February 14, 1930, he preceded her in death in 1993. Survivors include one son, E. Lee Norris and wife, Pat of Albuquerque; sisters, Elnora Caswell and Milly Vanderburgh, both of California; grandsons, Lee K. Norris and wife, Donna, Bud Norris and wife, Michelle, all of Albuquerque; granddaughter, Velda Eckhardt and husband, Bill of Aurora, CO; four great-grandchildren, Shawn Norris, Jessica, Ashley and Billy Eckhardt; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins, of which include a cousin, Connie Blake of Albuquerque; niece, Oneta Klatt and husband, Calvin of Padre Island, TX; and nephews, Charles Norris of Mesquite, TX; sisters-in-law, Charlene Scott and husband, Edward of Estancia and Vera Norris of El Paso, TX; and special friends, Bob and Laura Duderstadt of Albuquerque. Besides her husband she was preceded in death by her parents; step-mother; two brothers; and two sisters. Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, January 28, 1999 at the Harris-Hanlon Mortuary Chapel in Mountainair with Reverend John Spruill officiating with burial following in the Mountainair Cemetery with Bud Norris, Lee K. Norris, Shawn Norris, Calvin Klatt, Monty Klatt and Bryan Pollard serving as pallbearers.
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Padilla -- Mr. Herminio"Herman" Padilla, 71, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on January 25, 1999. Mr. Padilla was the beloved husband of 51 years to Mrs. Beatrice (Penny) Padilla. Mr. Padilla is also survived by one son, Herman Lee Padilla and wife, Christine; one sister, Pablita Padilla; one brother, Elivaldo Padilla and wife, Ruth; one granddaughter, Francisca Padilla; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends; special friends, Emilio and Gertrude Torres. He was preceded in death by his parents, Perfecto and Gabriella Padilla; brothers, Elfego Padilla, Polidor Padilla, Leandro Padilla and Perfecto Padilla Jr; and a sister, Emilia Padilla. Mr. Padilla was a member of the Catholic Church, a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in Korean Conflict, past member of the Elks Lodge in Long Beach, CA, owner of O'Steen's Mens Shop and was a jewelry maker for ten years and a former member of St. Peters Church and Holy Trinity Church in San Pedro, CA. A Rosary will be recited Thursday evening, 7:00 p.m., at the Church of the Ascension, 2150 Raymac SW with visitation at the church after 6:30 p.m. The Legion of Mary reciting. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday morning, 10:00 a.m., at the Church of Ascension with final viewing at the church after 9:30 a.m. Father Anthony Bolman, Celebrant. Interment will follow at the Pajarito Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Emilio Torres, Johnny Padilla, Esequiel Gonzalez, Fred Chavez, Eddie Padilla and Mark Chavez. Honorary will be Steve Padilla, Jimmy Padilla and John Torres. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements.
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Sanchez -- Anthony Marcel Sanchez, a resident of Laguna, died Sunday, January 24, 1999. He is survived by his mother, Tasha Bergen of the family home; stepfather, Jamerson Hines of the family home; sister, Tamara Perez; maternal grandparents, Sonney and Patricia Yazzie of Laguna; uncle, Kayton Yazzie; and aunt, Juliet Yazzie. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Deacon Pat Kneafsey reciting. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at Holy Ghost Church, 833 Arizona SE, with Father Joe D. Vigil, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Wednesday, 5:00 p.m. until time of rosary.
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Torres -- Mary G. Torres, a resident of Bernalillo, passed away January 24, 1999. She is survived by her two sons, Alfred Torres of Pena Blanca, NM, Billy Torres of Bernalillo, NM; and her daughter, Stella Lucero of Bernalillo, NM; 23 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and 21 great-great-grandchildren. Also surviving are her brother, Joe Gurule and his wife, Flora. A Funeral Service will be conducted this morning at 10:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary. Interment to follow at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Cemetery in Bernalillo. Pallbearers will be Eddie Lucero, Marcus Gurule, Bobbie Nieto, Bernie Torres, Tino Martinez and Gilbert Carrillo. Services entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, Gary F. Santillanes, C.F.S.P.
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Travelstead -- Mrs. Marita Hawley Travelstead died on January 26, 1999 at an Albuquerque nursing home after a long illness. Born on January 28, 1912 in Beamsville, Ontario, she lived most of her early life in Ludington, Michigan. Mrs. Travelstead graduated from Western Kentucky Teachers College in 1934, and for the next few years was a music and kindergarten teacher in Michigan and Kentucky schools. She and her husband, Chester Travelstead of Albuquerque, were married in 1936. They and their two sons, Coleman and Jimmie lived in Kentucky, Georgia and South Carolina before moving to Albuquerque in 1956. Mrs. Travelstead was an active member of the faculty wives' group at the University of New Mexico, where her husband held several administrative positions until he retired in 1977. In the early 1960s, she was the volunteer leader of the Candystripers, a volunteer group of teenagers at Presbyterian Hospital. Among the other community groups in which she was an active member were Friends of the U.N.M. Library; the League of Women Voters, the board of the Rio Grande Planned Parenthood; and the General Board of Monte Vista Christian Church. She was also the volunteer librarian at the U.S. Veterans Hospital in Albuquerque. And for 21 years before her retirement in 1992 she delivered meals to Albuquerque residents for the Meals on Wheels Program. She is survived by her sister, Mrs. Katherine Miller of Ludington, MI; her husband, Chester Travelstead of Albuquerque; two sons, Coleman Travelstead and his wife, Brookes McIntyre of Coral Gables, FL and Jimmie Travelstead and his wife, Dawn Braun of Santa Fe; and her two grandchildren, Monique Travelstead of Alexandria, VA and Theodore Travelstead of New York City. Graveside burial services will be held at the family lot in the cemetery at Franklin, Kentuckyon Friday, 1:00 p.m. A memorial service will be held at Monte Vista Christian Church, 3501 Campus Blvd. NE, at a date to be announced later. The family requests that donations be made to the Salvation Army instead of sending flowers for the funeral.
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Vigil -- Mr. Edward Vigil, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away. Mr. Vigil was a member of the Ascension Catholic Church. Services are pending and will be announced. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements.
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Wagner -- Jim D. Wagner V, 24, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, January 24, 1999. He is survived by his parents, Jim D. Wagner IV of Albuquerque and Jeri Sue Wagner of Las Vegas, NV; sister, Shawna Leigh Wagner of Albuquerque; niece, Zoe Sky Wagner; paternal grandparents, Jim D. Wagner III and Barbara Wagner of Alamogordo; and numerous friends. Jim's great loves were writing poetry, reading, music and animals. His friends knew him as a very articulate speaker and an extremely sensitive person who had a quick wit and kept everyone laughing. Memorial services will be held Thursday, 10:30 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Wigent -- Daisy Wigent, age 92, a resident of Albuquerque for 24 years, passed away Monday, January 25, 1999 at a local hospital. She is survived by her daughters, Mildred Pettit of Albuquerque, Helen Comfort of Royal Oak, MI; sister, Florence Rose of South Bend, IN; brother, Stanley Mitchell of South Bend, IN; five grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank E. Wigent; parents, Andrew and Jessie Belle Mitchell; brothers, Lawrence Mitchell and Marion Mitchell. She was a member of Portage Prairie United Methodist Church. County Extension Group for 70 years, previous member of Eastern Star, Sandia Baptist Church in Albuquerque, and Hospitality House for 24 years. No funeral services will be held in Albuquerque. Memorial contributions may be made to Portage Prairie United Methodist Church, 2450 Orange Road, Watervliet, MI 49098. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Willcut -- Leeta N. Willcut, age 91, died Sunday in a local hospital. She is survived by her daughter, Noreen Sampson; grandchildren, Donna Higdon, Jean Fox, Steve Willcut of Denver, CO and Pamela Maeston; five great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren. Mrs. Willcut will lie in state Tuesday, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., at Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE. Graveside services will be held 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery with Pastor Tim Undieme officiating.
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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. 
        Published on: Wed January 27, 1999