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Abraham -- MOSES ABRAHAM December 24, 1929 to February 2, 1999Dad, Grandpa, One year ago today you were taken from us so suddenly. We didn't even get to say goodbye. It seems like yesterday you were here with us making us laugh. Today we shed tears because we no longer have you here, only your memories. I miss all the fatherly advice you gave to me. You were my backbone. Oh how I miss you Dad. I have tried to be strong for Jr., Mandy and Donna, but there are days I just can't be that strong person. I wish you were here. I know your spirit is with me now. Life is just not the same without you. Dad, memories are what keep us going and the strong impact you made on all our lives. Anthony, Jr. and Mandy miss you too and are always remembering the good times they shared with you. Until we meet again Dad we love you. Linda, Anthony, Mandy, Jr. & Donna
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Baldonado -- Ram¢n Leon Baldonado, a resident of Albuquerque since 1953, died Saturday, January 30, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Mary Viola Baldonado of the family home; son, Thomas Baldonado of Denver, CO; daughters, Patricia Baldonado of Albuquerque and Kathleen Baldonado of Brooklyn, NY; granddaughter, Angela Goolsby of Albuquerque; brother, Reverend Felipe Baldonado of Huntington Beach, CA; sisters, Anna Lund of Alamogordo, NM, Virginia Snodgrass of Phoeniz, AZ, Elisa Dawson of Albuquerque, Elena Duran and husband, Ernest of Thoreau, NM, and Teresita Torres of Tularosa, NM; and numerous other family members and friends. Mr. Baldonado was preceded in death by his parents, Juan and Virginia Baldonado; son, John Francis Baldonado; grandson, Randall E. Goolsby; brothers, Luis, Juan and Jose Baldonado; and sister, Mary Sarbo. He was born in Tularosa, NM, on January 15, 1920. Mr. Baldonado was a member of Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church. He worked as a technical writer for Sandia National Laboratories for 26 years, retiring in 1983. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather and will be missed by all who knew him. Rosary will be recited by Alicia Montoya on Tuesday, 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary-Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Friends may visit Tuesday from 3:00 p.m. until the Rosary. Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, 11:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church, Lomas at Tennessee NE, with Father Luis Jaramillo, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Frank Saiz, Bob San Martin, Gilbert Ulibarri, Steve Gallegos, Joe Duran and John Duran. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Baldonado's name to Lovelace Hospice, 5655 Jefferson St NE, 87109. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE
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Ballard -- Antoinette Ballard, 96, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on January 27, 1999. Cremation arrangements are by Sunrise Society 891-8200.
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Brown -- Robert J Brown SGM AUS (Ret.) A memorial service will be held on February 5, 1999 at 3:00 p.m. Sandia Mountain Masonic Lodge #72, 3400 Aztec NE, will be hosting. The family wishes to thank everyone for their sympathy during this time of grief.
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Dayhoff -- Richard M. (Dick) Dayhoff, 77, a resident of Albuquerque since 1953, passed away peacefully Wednesday morning. He is survived by his daughters, Barbara Parker and husband, John of Albuquerque; Virginia Hill and husband, David of Bluewater, NM; sons, Richard J. Dayhoff and wife, Lynne and Russell S. (Harvey) Dayhoff, all of Albuquerque; daughter, Patricia L. Hamilton of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Michael Kemm, Michelle Burros and husband, Chris, Joshua Hill and wife, Nicole, Allison Morris and husband, Robert, Zachary Hill, Kenneth Dayhoff and wife, Heather, Richard (Jimmy) Dayhoff and Shawn Dayhoff; great-grandchild, Oliver Jack Morris and one great-grandson on the way; sisters, Elinor Echlin of Vancouver, WA and Beverly Nelson and husband, Wayne of Portland, OR; and several nieces and nephews. Mr. Dayhoff was a graduate of the South Dakota School of Mines and Stanford University. He served with the US Navy during WWII as pilot. Mr. Dayhoff retired from Sandia National Labs. He was an avid sports fan and bowler and he also played golf and bridge. Memorial Services will be held Wednesday, February 3, 1999, 2:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Humane Associate of NM Inc., 615 Virginia SE, 87108. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Delara -- Paul Ephraim DeLara, a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, grandson, cousin, uncle, brother-in-law and friend, has passed away on to his resting place at the age of 56, on January 30, 1999. He was a lifelong resident of Placitas, NM. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ephraim DeLara and Ida DeLara; and one brother, Donald DeLara. He is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Rosemary DeLara; two sons, Paul Anthony and Jason; two grandchildren, Aaron and Ashley; three brothers, Charlie and wife, Vivian of Placitas, Jeffrey and wife, Joyce of Clarksville, TN, Steve and wife, Norma of Andrews, TX; two sisters, Vivian of Placitas and Virginia Rivera and husband, Hector of Placitas; grandmother, Florinda DeLara, age 97, of Placitas; and his mother-in-law, Lucy Marquez of Bernalillo. Also surviving are many nephews, nieces, cousins, aunts and uncles. He was a dedicated employee for 37 years of Centex American Gypsum. Some of his many pleasures were his passion for fishing and hunting, and also bicycling, and his beloved dog, Flippy. He took pride in his yard and took great care of it. He will be greatly missed by all. A Evening Service will be conducted tonight, 7:00 p.m., at Las Placitas Presbyterian Church in Placitas, NM. Funeral Services will be conducted Tuesday, 11:00 a.m., at Las Placitas Presbyterian Church, Placitas, NM, with the Reverend Jane Harmes officiating. Interment will be at San Antonio de Las Huertas Cemetery in Placitas. Pallbearers will be Bert DeLara, Clarence Duran, Eddie Marquez, Richard Sandoval, George Montano, Jim Holly. Honorary pallbearers will be Eddie DeLara Jr., Andrew Taraddei, Ben Wiggins, Ray Ashe, George Arington, Thich Le. Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th Street, Norbert"Ray" Baldonado Jr., 898-3160.
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Dwyer -- Shirlee L. Dwyer (Lee), Born September 17, 1929 passed away January 31, 1999, a loving wife and grandmother. She was preceded in death by her son Michael. She is survived by her husband, James J. Dwyer of the family home; son, John P. Dwyer and wife, Judie; two granddaughters, Christine and Laura; her mother, Edna B. Nelson of Antioch, IL; and numerous nieces and nephews. Lee was a charter member of the Albuquerque Legal Secretaries Association, and Albuquerque Legal Administrators Association. Lee was a good friend to all who knew her and will be greatly missed. Services will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday in the Chapel of Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, with Pastor Harold Johnson officiating. Private interment will follow in the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Viewing will be Wednesday from 1 to 5 p.m. and Thursday from 2 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.
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Frey -- Mary E. Frey, age 78, a resident here 29 years, died Friday at her home following an illness. She was preceded in death by her husband Charles F. Frey in 1984, and her sister Geraldine F. Rice in December. She is survived by two nieces, Patricia Geraghty and Sarah Szuka and a nephew, Michael Finnegan, and many friends. She was a member of the Women's Guild at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, and the Duke City Bridge Club. Mrs. Frey had a career with the USDA retiring as assistant to the Information Officer. The rosary will be recited 10:30 a.m. Thursday prior to the memorial service held at Our Lady of Fatima Church with Fr. Francis X. Eggert, officiating. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE are in charge of arrangements. Memorials maybe made to the Presbyterian Hospice or a Charity of your choice.
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Gagné -- Conrad Norman Charles Gagné was born January 11, 1912 in St. Jean sur Richelieu, Quebec, Canada. He died at his home in Albuquerque, New Mexico on January 29, 1999. Conrad's parents were Francis Joseph Gagné and Jennie Roy Gagné. His mother's family founded Roy, New Mexico. An older brother, Leroy Gagné, died in childhood. Ruth Cayton Gagné, his wife of fifty four years, died in 1994. A younger brother, Roland J. Gagné and his wife, Stasia of Nashua, New Hampshire survive. Also surviving are his daughter, Nancy S. Gagné and his son, Norman L. Gagné and his wife, Jane, all of Albuquerque, and grandsons, Andrew Darren Gagné and his wife, Alyssa Tomoff of Seattle, Washington, and Matthew Norman Gagné of Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Conrad came to the United States at the age of nine. He spoke only French. His formal education ended in the ninth grade. As a young teenager, he worked as a cabin boy on a ferry boat on Lake George in upstate New York. At the age of seventeen, he began work as an office boy for Aetna Casualty & Surety Company in Hartford, Connecticut and retired forty-three years later as Controller of the Denver Regional Office of Aetna. Conrad and Ruth raised their children in Westminster, Colorado. In the 1950's he served on the Westminster City Council and as acting Mayor. He served in other community activities there, including working with the volunteer sheriff's patrol and the rescue unit. He was a longtime Mason and was Master of Westminster Lodge #176 AF&AM. Conrad was a veteran of World War II. He served in the U.S. Army Finance Corps in England before the Normandy invasion and in France afterward. Following his retirement, Conrad and Ruth lived in Ft. Myers, Florida and Hendersonville, North Carolina before settling in Albuquerque to be with their children and grandsons. In Albuquerque, Conrad proudly served as a volunteer at Presbyterian Hospital, working at the Information Desk with his friends and especially with his regular partner and best friend, Max Smith. During the last six months, Conrad lived at The Grand Court, a retirement apartment. He had many fine friends there. In accordance with his wishes, Conrad has been cremated. His remains will join Ruth's in a private family gathering. An informal celebration and remembrance of Conrad's life will be held February 6, 1999, 3:00 p.m., at The Grand Court, 300 Valencia, S.E. Friends of Conrad are invited to attend. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to remember him are encouraged to make contributions to the Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation, Volunteer Services, P.O. Box 2666, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87125-6666 or to a charity of choice in Conrad's memory. Conrad lived a long and full life. His gentle, kindly and cheerful manner touched all who knew him. Toward the end, he expressed contentment with his life. In his final days Conrad was embraced by his family and comforted by his caring physicians, Michael Donnellan, M.D. and Kathleen Blake, M.D. We were blessed to know and love him and to learn from him. We are grateful for his constant example of humor and wit, intelligence and wisdom, calmness and serenity, grace and charm, and kindness and caring.
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Gallegos -- Phillip Allen Gallegos, 43, passed away January 30, 1999 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Services are pending and will be announced. Services are under the direction of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW.
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Gardner -- Irene F. Gardner, age 89, passed away at a local hospital on Saturday. She was born in Barberton, Ohio, daughter of Louise and William Larkin. Irene was a very active in Eastern Star, the American Legion Auxiliary, 40 and 8 and many other charitable organizations in which she held important offices. She was preceded in death by her husband Charles, her parents, and her sister Helen. She is survived by her niece Polly Hite of North Canton, Ohio. A memorial service will be held Thursday, February 4, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE with Rev. Harold Nilsson of St. Luke Lutheran Church presiding. In lieu of flowers the family request that donations be made to the American Cancer Society or to St. Luke Lutheran Church, 9100 Menaul Blvd NE, 87112.
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George -- Douglas R. George, 70, died early Friday morning, January 8, 1999. He was preceded in death by his father, Roland R. George; his mother-in-law, Elizabeth A. T. Stiles; his mother, Goldie H. George; his sister, Nancy G. Eichinger; his wife, Judith T. George; his brother-in-law, William G. Tryon; his sister-in-law, Betty George his son, Nicolas K. George; and his nephews, Timothy, Terrence, and William George; Daniel, David, Douglas, John and Mark Eichinger and their wives and children. He was born in Minnesota, graduated from Saint Paul Central High School, and the University of Minnesota with degrees in Pre-med and American Studies. He studied and taught on a Fulbright Scholarship from 1958 to 1960 in Munich, Germany. He taught Art History and in the General Honors Program at the University of New Mexico for 31 years. He was also involved in teaching for many summers at the Ghost Rench, for Elderhostel, and for the Southwest Institute. In 1990, he received the Humanities Service Award from the New Mexico Endowment for the Humanities for Distinguished Contributions to the Humanities in New Mexico. In 1994, he was the recipient of the University of New Mexico Alumni Association Faculty Award. He cherished beauty in all forms and regarded teaching to be a profession of the highest importance. An avid traveler, he spent many of his last years exploring the lands and cultures of the world. He will be sorely missed by his family, friends, colleagues, and students worldwide. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 6, 1999 at the Alumni Memorial Chapel on the University of New Mexico Campus. Friends will be welcomed at a gathering after the service in the second floor foyer of the Department of Art and Art History located in the Fine Arts Building on the UNM Campus. Donations may be made to: The Douglas R. George Memorial Endowment Development Office College of Fine Arts University of New Mexico Albuquerque, New Mexico 87131
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Glass -- John David Glass, 78, a resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, February 1, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Margaret Glass of Albuquerque; sons, John D. Glass Jr. and wife, Patricia of Rio Rancho, Cecil T. Glass of Roswell and Robert E. Glass and wife, Vickie of Edgewood; grandsons, Daniel Glass of Rio Rancho and Jerad T. Glass of Bunker Hill, IL; granddaughters, Melissa E. Glass and Rebecca A. Glass of Edgewood and Diana M. Glass of Rio Rancho; and brother, Cecil A. Glass and wife, Phyllis of Ridgecrest, CA. Mr. Glass was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church. He was President of the New Mexico Golf Course Superintendent Association in 1977. Services will be held Wednesday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Reverend Norton Scrimshire officiating. Interment will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 12:30 p.m. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Guyker -- The family of Josephine (Jay) Guyker thanks their many friends and relatives whose sympathy and thoughtfulness will always be gratefully remembered and deeply appreciated. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE
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Hightower -- Rev. L.E. Hightower, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away January 30, 1999. Visitation for Rev. Hightower will be Wednesday, February 3, 1999, from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church. Funeral services will be held Thursday, February 4, 1999, 11:00 a.m., at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, corner of Edith and Avenida Caesar Chavez. Please watch the Albuquerque Journal for more information. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 265-5959
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Jordan -- Colleen Y. Jordan, 47, a resident of Belen, passed away on January 20, 1999. She was preceded in death by her mother, Christine Walker. She is survived by her husband, Sammy L. Jordan of Belen; two daughters, Danielle Jordan-Martinez and husband, Ralph of Los Chavez and Gina Jordan of Albuquerque; one son, Seann Jordan and wife, Rayna of Pueblo, CO; her father, Wayne Smouse; one sister, Cleona Taylor of Cordell, OK; one brother, Paul Smouse and wife, Belinda of Los Chavez; and her grandchildren, Shaddon Lane Martinez, Caleb Martinez, Sidney Jordan, and Ryli Jordan. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, February 3, 1999, 2:00 p.m., at Riverside Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Boyd Morerod officiating. Interment will follow at Terrace Grove Cemetery. Arrangements by Riverside Funeral Home in Belen.
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Li Causi -- Li In Memory of ANGELO FRANK LI CAUSI February 2, 1996We laughed, loved, cried and shared life together. I will remember you always and forever. Until we meet again. I will hold you dear to my heart. Your were the greatest. Thanks so much for your love and affection.Your loving wife, Maria
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Lucero -- Sam C. Lucero, 93, beloved father and grandfather, was called home to be with the Lord, Sunday, January 31, 1999. Mr. Lucero was born on December 25, 1905 in Albuquerque; her was one of the first settlers in Los Duranes, at the time known as Las Casitas; he was a parishioner of San Jose Mission de Duranes. He was a loyal employee to St. Joseph Medical Center for 39 years. He was preceded in death by his wife of 41 years, Eloisa Lucero in 1988. He is survived by one son, Vincent Paul Lucero; two daughters, Mary Lou Baca and husband, Ray, Bobbie Lucero, all of Albuquerque; three grandchildren, Rene Baca, Stacy Baca Griego and husband, Jude, Vincent Paul Lucero Jr. and wife, Trish. He will be greatly missed by his loving family. Visitations will be held today, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., in the chapel of Garcia Mortuary, on the corner of 8th Street and Stover, where a Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. at San Jose Mission de Duranes. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Vincent P. Lucero Sr., Vincent Lucero Jr., Ray C. Baca, Jude Griego, Joe Chavarria and Anthony Vigil. Services are under the direction of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW.
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Ortiz -- Romeo A. Ortiz, born in Pena Blanca on September 23, 1913, a resident of Bernalillo for 60 years, died Saturday, January 30, 1999; beloved husband of Emma (Concha); loving father of Rose Mary Torres and Joyce Ortiz of Bernalillo, Romeo Ortiz Jr. and wife, Amy of Albuquerque and Phillip Ortiz of Pena Blanca, NM; adored grandfather of ten grandchildren; devoted great-grandfather of nine great-grandchildren; loving brother of Tillie Armijo of Apple Valley, California, Pearl Stredni and husband, Dan of Santa Clara, California, Darlene Armijo and husband, Lorenzo of Pena Blanca, Joe P. Ortiz and wife, Margaret of Bernalillo and Charles Ortiz of Jackson, Michigan. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Bessie Ortiz-Perea; and granddaughter, Roberta Tafuro; sisters, Hencha Montoya and Rose Daley; and brother, Mauricio Ortiz of Bernalillo. Romeo served as Sandoval County Treasurer, Sandoval County Clerk, Sandoval County School Superintendent and was Post Master of Bernalillo for 21 years. He served on the Bernalillo Board of Education for 12 years and was a current member and supervisor of Coronado Soil and Water Conservation District for the past 47 years. He also served as chairman of the Sandoval County Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Service Committee for ten years. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, Bernalillo, with Fr. Virgil Furfaro, Celebrant. Interment will be at Our Lady of Guadalupe Cemetery in Pena Blanca, NM. Pallbearers will be Andre Ortiz, Anthony Ortiz, Reuben Ortiz, Diego Ortiz, Gilbert Perea, Kenneth Perea, Thomas Perea, and Michael Torres. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming NE.
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Redding -- Edward M. Redding passed away January 30, 1999 at home surrounded by his family. He was born in 1915 in Tyron, NM and educated at the University of Denver. In 1943 at MIT, he received his doctorate in Chemical Engineering. During World War II, he served in the USNR as Lt. Commander. His professional career encompassed many fields including solar energy, jet propulsion, printing and manufacturing. He held many patents and inventions in a variety of disciplines. In addition to being president of Printing Plate Supply Co. in Chicago, he served on the board of Solan-Kettering and was Director of Research & Development for the Kettering Foundation in Dayton, OH. He is survived by his wife, Carol S. Redding; four children, Carolyn, Jane, Katharine and Charles; and a grandson, Jeffrey Ward. A private memorial service will be held in Denver, CO for family and close friends.
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Rosingana -- Lenoard John Rosingana, age 51, of Santa Fe, died on Monday, February 1, 1999. Arrangements are pending under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa, Santa Fe, 984-8600.
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Salaz -- José de Jesus Luis Salaz, born June 3, 1906, passed away on February 1, 1999. Beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Nellie V. Salaz; daughter, Dorothy Lucero and husband Raymond; sons, José (Bobby) Salaz and wife Mina and Reyes Salaz all of Albuquerque; brother, Nick Esquibel and wife Susie; sister, Adeliada Mirabal and husband Tony; special nephew, Ralph Padilla. He was born in Albuquerque, NM to Juanita Sisneros and Jose Salaz. He graduated from Belen High School. He taught school in Torrance County for 25 years. He moved to Albuquerque in 1950. Family and friends will remember him best for his garden in the North Valley. He will be sadly missed by him many friends and family. A special thanks to Presbyterian Hospice. Pallbearers will be Ray Lucero, Christopher Lucero, José Salaz, Jr., Marcos Salaz, Robert Salaz and great-grandson Matthew Salaz Luna. All other grand and great-grandchildren will be honorary pallbearers. Rosary will be held Tuesday, February 2, 1999, at 7:00 p.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church and funeral mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, February 3 at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be held at Mt. Carmel Cemetery in Moriarty, NM. In Lieu of flower donations may be made to Saint Vincent de Paul. Services at entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th St. Gary F. Santillanes, 898-3160
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Telles -- Mrs. Barbara Telles, 90, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on January 31, 1999. Mrs. Telles is survived by her sister, Vickie Espinosa and several nieces, nephews and friends. Mrs. Telles was a member of the Catholic Church. A Rosary will be recited Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, with visitation after 6:30 p.m. Gabriella Nieto, reciting. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday morning, 9:00 a.m., at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW, with final viewing at the church after 8:30 a.m. Father Jack, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Fred Apodaca, Mario Apodaca, Pat Garcia, Patrick Garcia, David Garcia and Harold Sanchez. Honorary pallbearers will be Martha Espinosa and Sam Garcia. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements.
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Valverde -- Larry J. Valverde, age 50, passed away in Raton, New Mexico on January 31, 1999. He was a resident of Cimarron, NM and he was born in Las Vegas, NM on April 13, 1948, the son of Patricio Jr. and Tomasita (Trujillo) Valverde. Larry is survived by one daughter, Margaret L. Valverde of Cimarron, NM; one son, Joseph A. Valverde-Baca of Albuquerque; one sister, Loretta A. Sandoval and her husband, Matthew of Las Vegas, NM; one niece, Melissa Sandoval; one nephew, Marcos Sandoval, both of Las Vegas, NM; a special cousin, Anthony Fratzola Jr.; numerous uncles, aunts and cousins; and a special friend, Patricia Gruver. Larry was a life member of the DAV Chapter 3 in Albuquerque. He was a graduate of Menaul High School in Albuquerque in 1966. He received his Associates degree, Bachelors degree and his Masters degree in Industrial Technology from the Highlands University in Las Vegas, NM. The viewing will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. The funeral will be held Thursday, February 4, 1999, 10:00 a.m., at the Errington Memorial Chapel. Father John Wilbur will officiate. Interment will follow in Santa Fe National Cemetery at 3:00 p.m. with full military honors. The arrangements for Larry J. Valverde are under the direction of the Errington Memorial Chapel.
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Vokes -- Dolores Gorka Vokes, age 65, passed away on January 27, 1999. Dolores was born in Wharton County, Texas on December 11, 1923 to Felix and Erna Gorka. She is survived by her sons, Mark Vokes, wife, Diane and children, Ren and Alex of Grand Prairie, TX, Mike Vokes of Arlington, TX; daughter, Marie Anne Dierke of Rio Rancho; brother, James and wife, Betty Gorka of Richmond, TX; niece, Diana Gorka Hall of Missouri City, TX; nephew, David Gorka of Portland, OR; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins in Texas. She was preceded in death by her parents, Felix and Erna Gorka; her brother, Joe Gorka; and son-in-law, Dub Dierke. Dolores graduated with her BA from Sam Houston State in Huntsville, TX, her MBA from Hardin Simmons University in Abilene, TX and was listed in Who's Who Among American Students. Before retirement she was employed as a elementary school teacher in Houston, Abilene, and Lubbock, TX. She was a volunteer at St. Martens, Joy Junction and Barrett House. She published recipe books of president's wives favorite White House dishes. Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 4, 1999, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., in the chapel of Rio Rancho Funeral Home. Private services to be held at Greenlawn Cemetery in Rosenberg, TX. Arrangements under the care of Rio Rancho Funeral Home, 2400 Southern Blvd., 891-9192.
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Wassem -- Helen V. Wassem, 82, a resident of Albuquerque since 1968, died Sunday, January 31, 1999. She is survived by her brother, Richard A. Vollmer; stepson-in-law, Ted Leigh; stepdaughter-in-law, Donna Wassem Roane, all of Albuquerque; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clyde A. Wassem; and her stepdaughter, Barbara Leigh. Mrs. Wassem was a member of La Mesa Presbyterian Church. She was also a member of the Rio Grande Bulldog Club. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Wayham -- Dorothy Jean (Dottie) Wayham, 69, a resident of Albuquerque since 1990, died Saturday, January 30, 1999. She is survived by her husband, David Wayham; daughter, Lysbeth Jean Huerter and husband, Mark of Olathe, KS; brothers, Bill Teel and wife, Jean of Refugio, TX and Douglas Teel and wife, Rosemary of Washington, TX. Services will be held at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, on Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Rick Donaho, officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Monday from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.
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Whelan -- Margaret M."Marge" Whelan, 89, died Friday, January 29, 1999. She is survived by her sister, Kathleen A. Cooney of Albuquerque; and numerous nieces, nephews and family members. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward P. Whelan. Margaret was a former resident of Chicago, IL, before moving to Albuquerque in 1967. She was manager of executive payroll at the Mars Candy Co. She was also an avid golfer and bridge player. Margaret was a former resident of The Grand Court. Mass of Resurrection will be Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. at Church of the Risen Savior, 7701 Wyoming NE, with Fr. Paul Baca, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be James D. Cooney, John R. Cooney, James B. Cooney, James W. Cooney and Daniel Kinane. The family requests memorial contributions be made to Church of the Risen Savior, 7701 Wyoming, NE, 87109. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming NE.
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Wyly -- Don Wyly was born January 27, 1915 in Des Moines, New Mexico and died January 27, 1999 in Albuquerque. He attended elementary school in Raton, New Mexico and high school in Las Cruces, New Mexico. After completing a tour of duty with the Navy he settled in Woodland, California and worked in the grocery business. He was then employed by the Yolo County Sheriff's Office, where he served as Under Sheriff for many years. He also worked in Real Estate before entering the banking business where he was a Vice President of Guaranty Savings and Loan and served as the Woodland Branch Manager until his retirement. Mr. Wyly was committed to community service and served in the Woodland City Council including two terms as the Mayor of Woodland. He was also a manager of many local service organizations. He married Evalyn Golden in 1955. She preceded him in death in 1984. His hobby was golf and he pursued it with a passion. He was a member of the Yolo Fliers Club and served a term as its president. He married Jo Betty Bush in 1984. They lived for several years in Farmington, New Mexico and then moved to Albuquerque where he resided with his wife at La Vida Llena, a retirement community, until his death. He continued his community involvement by serving on the Board of Directors and a term as president of La Vida Llena. In addition to golf, Mr. Wyly enjoyed his family, travel and sports of all kinds. However, his greatest enjoyment may have been being around the people he worked and played golf with and the literally hundreds of friendships that he developed. Mr. Wyly is survived by his wife, Jo Betty in Albuquerque; sons, Dennis Golden of Reno, NV, Mike Golden of Redmond, OR; step-sons, Warren Bush of Richardson, TX, Jim Bush of Truth or Consequences, NM, Jerry Bush of Albuquerque, and Barbara Smithson of Santa Rosa, CA; as well as 15 grandchildren.
        Published on: Tue February 02, 1999

Youart -- Judith"Jai" Cecile Youart, 55, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died on Monday, February 1, 1999. She is survived by her husband of 20 years, Tim H. Youart; daughter, Pam Walsh and husband, Matt; son, Greg Johnston and wife, Sara; grandchildren, Steffani, Jessica, Michael, Samuel, and Alexandra; brother, Jim Church and wife, Betty; and step-father, Tom Warren all of Albuquerque. Services will be held Thursday, February 4, 1999, 10:30 a.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd Chapel, 10500 Lomas NE. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE 
        Published on: Tue February 02, 1999