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Atkins -- Marie A. Atkins, age 101, of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, passed away on March 15, 1999. A resident since 1974, Mrs. Atkins was a former owner of one of the first A&W drive-in's in the Southwest. She was a member of the Christian Science Church of Lauderdale by the Sea. She is survived by her daughter, LaVonne Elins of Fort Lauderdale; nephew, Theodore Sieber of Chicago; and by several great-nephews and a great-niece. A memorial service is pending. Arrangements by KRAEER FUNERAL HOME, 4061 N. Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale, FL, (954) 565-5591.
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Burbank -- Harry James Burbank, 69, a resident of Rio Rancho, passed away on Friday, March 12, 1999. He was born in Memphis, TX on September 25, 1929. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Ruby Burbank. He is survived by his wife, Joann Burbank; daughter, Kimberly Burbank Frick and husband, Thomas; step-children, Ernie, Mike, Lori and Lynn; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter; his sister, Jane Hooibrink; and five nieces and nephews. Mr. Burbank served in the United States Air Force for 21 years and afterward was employed at Duncan Aviation in Lincoln, NE until retirement in 1991. Mr. Burbank had many interests, which included holding a private pilots license. He was an Elder at Covenant Christian Church, a member of the choir, and was treasurer of the church and building committee member. He also was a member of Lancaster Masonic Lodge #4, the American Legion, and Promise Keepers. Mr. Burbank was an instructor of English as a second language at Read West and taught computer classes at Meadowlark Senior Center. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 20, 1999, 1:00 p.m., at Covenant Christian Church, 6380 Iris NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124, with Rev. Reginal Greene and Rev. Scott DeVore officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the church.
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Carrillo -- In Loving Memory of PHILLIP JAMES CARRILLO June 22, 1979 - March 18, 1997The day you went away, a part of us died. We had no time to say goodbye. We can only ask the Lord why?Your life was gone in a breath, So sudden was your death. So young and full of life, You made us smile and when you left us, You made us cry. We can only ask the Lord why?It's been a short time since we've been apart We've had to try to make a new start. It's been hard, but we've had to try. We can only ask the Lord why?We pray everyday that you could have stayed. But life is never easy, no not that way. We know in our hearts that you're in God's hands, and that one day we'll all be Together in the Lord's promise land. So we say goodbye, to you, our little guy With heavy hearts and a sigh. We can only ask the Lord why?We miss you and love you"Hito". Your mom, son, Nana and the rest of your family and friends
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Dannenbaum -- George S. Dannenbaum, 83, passed away early Sunday morning on March 14, 1999 at Scottsdale Memorial Hospital in Scottsdale, Arizona. Born in Grants, New Mexico May 25, 1915 to Bernard Dannenbaum and Rica Morgan Dannenbaum, George was a lifelong resident of Grants. He was also the former Mayor of Grants during the Uranium Boom, and recently authored the book"Boom to Bust." He was the beloved husband of the late Jennie (Padilla) Dannenbaum. George is survived by his six children, Rick Dannenbaum of Albuquerque, Ken Dannenbaum and his wife, Mary Ruth of Phoenix, Georgianna Dannenbaum of Grants, Tom Dannenbaum and his wife, Anna of Phoenix, Jon Dannenbaum of Grants, and Rae Ann Dannenbaum of Phoenix. George also has seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. George was past State Commander of V.F.W. and a member of the D.A.V. Post. He served the community as Deputy Sheriff, teacher, Juvenile Probation Officer, and was a five term Mayor of Grants. He owned and published the"Uranium City News", and also owned several businesses. George was dearly loved by all who knew him and will be greatly missed. Graveside services will be held at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM following cremation on Friday, March 19, 1999 at 11:00 a.m. Grants Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.
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Gallegos -- Telles"Gordo" Gallegos, who rose from delivering newspapers to become a pressroom foreman during a career that spanned nearly 50 years, died Wednesday at his Clairemont home. He was 85. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and heart disease. Mr. Gallegos was a journeyman printer at the Albuquerque Journal when he left his native New Mexico in the 1940s and eventually joined the Union-Tribune Publishing Co. Before retiring in 1978, he served as a pressroom foreman for the company, which then published the morning San Diego Union and the evening San Diego Tribune. The papers merged in 1992 to form The San Diego Union-Tribune. While living in San Diego, Mr. Gallegos played handball as a member of the San Diego Rowing Club and became a regular at Torrey Pines Golf Course. He was a member of the Torrey Pines Senior Golf Association. He played golf every Thursday until a year ago, when he suffered a foot injury caused by his diabetes. Mr. Gallegos married his school sweetheart, Marie Baca, in 1934. They had been married nearly 50 years when she died in 1984. As a young man in New Mexico, Mr. Gallegos played third base for an amateur softball team that traveled to nearby states to compete. He was in high school when he began delivering newspapers. He is survived by his second wife, Sadie Romero; daughters, Marianne Correa and Mercedes Madrid, both of San Diego, CA; five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Services were held Saturday at Goodbody Mortuary. Donations are suggested to the American Diabetes Association.
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Hardison -- Melvin A. Hardison, 69, passed away Sunday, March 14, 1999 and is now with his mother, Eula; father, Fonnie; and mother-in-law, Patricia Krbec. He is survived by his loving wife, Marjorie Hardison; sons, Tye Hardison and wife, Caroline of Albuquerque and Bryan Goetsch and wife, Alyse of Williamsburg, VA; daughters, Cember Hardison, Suzy Dunnum and husband, Jon and Tracey Goetsch, all of Albuquerque. Mr. Hardison was also blessed with three grandchildren, Alexander Hardison Goetsch and Margaret Anne Goetsch, both of Williamsburg, VA, and Somiya Kiryn Dunnum of Albuquerque. He is also survived by his brothers, Curtis Hardison and wife, Martha of Albuquerque, Kenneth Hardison, James Hardison, Bruce Hardison and Don Hardison; and sisters, Frances Nichols, Mary Mitchell and Kay Jackson. Mel was born in Amarillo, TX and raised in Eunice. After serving in the U.S. Army, he graduated from the University of New Mexico in 1955 and was an avid supporter of Lobo athletics. Mel had worked for the last 25 years for Hooten/Stahl, Inc. and was currently the CFO for Realco, Inc. He was a member of the NMSCPA and AICPA. Mel devoted himself to caring for his family and providing beyond financial support to all of us. He was extremely proud of all his children and loved nothing more than to have the house full of family and friends. His lifelong love was singing-demonstrated by his membership in the Symphony Chorus, the Enchanters and the St. Chad's choir. Mel was a charter member of St. Chad's Episcopal Church and held a constant interest in the workings of his local parish as well as the Diocese of the Rio Grande. He always believed that we could and should gather together to share ideas and viewpoints, then part as brothers and sisters in Christ. Mel was a past president of Planned Parenthood, the Civic Light Opera and was currently a member of the All Faith's Receiving Home Board of Trustees and Board of Directors. As he would want, we will gather in celebration of his tremendous life and accomplishments, Thursday, 11:00 a.m., at St. Mark's on the Mesa Episcopal Church, 431 Richmond NE. Please come prepared to sing. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to All Faith's Receiving Home, 1709 Moon NE, 87112, the New Mexico Symphony, P.O. Box 30208, 87109-0208 or to St. Chad's Foundation, 7171 Tennyson NE, 87122. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Heavner -- Donie G. Heavner, age 67, went to be with his Lord, Saturday, March 13, 1999 in San Diego, California, surrounded by his loving wife and family while he was receiving treatment for cancer. He is survived by his wife, Dottie of 45 years; four sons, a daughter, and their spouses, Douglas and Nancy of Las Cruces, Dan and Anna, David, Dorothy and Mark Steel, Dennis and Cindy, all of the Albuquerque area; seven grandchildren, Wilson, Tiffany, Jeremy, Andrew, Jonathan, Christopher and Jessica; two great-grandchildren, Kora and Joshua; brother-in-law, Richard Moore and wife, Betty of Earth, TX; sister-in-law, Mary Lou Harris of Albuquerque. His many hobbies, including the computer and HAM radio stemmed from service with the Air Force as a radio operator and his 26 years as an air traffic controller and computer specialist with the FAA. Don was greatly loved and will be missed by his family and friends. Memorial services will be held Thursday, March 18, 7:00 p.m., at Eastern Hills Baptist Church, 3100 Morris St. NE, where he was an active member for many years. Officiating will be Pastor Larry Miller and Dr. Ronald W. Mansdoerfer. Honorary pallbearers will be his men's Sunday School class. The family will meet with friends at a reception following the service. Memorial contributions may be given to Eastern Hills Baptist Church. Private graveside services will be held at Santa Fe National Cemetery.
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Hill -- Marie Lucille Hill, 72, passed away on Tuesday, March 16, 1999 after a long and courageous battle with pulmonary disease. Marie was born September 28, 1926 near Albin, Wyoming, the daughter of Elzie Earl and Emma Louisa Stocks Eversole. She enjoyed family history work and was a member of the NM Society of Mayflower Descendants, and a former member of the Charles Dibrell Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution. Marie is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Rexanna and Tracy Jones of Albuquerque and Lynda and Lewis Thurgood of Peterson, UT; grandchildren, Shelly Briggs of Utah, Stephanie Hicks of Oregon, Mattheew Jones and Emmalee Jones of Albuquerque; and four great-grandchildren, Clayton and Ashley Hickenbotham of Utah and Chelsey and Cheyennea West of Oregon. Services for Marie will be held on Friday, March 19, 1999, 10:00 a.m., at the Kachina LDS Chapel, 6009 Kachina St., Albuquerque, with Bishop Paul Sowards of the Volcano Cliffs LDS Ward, officiating. Interment will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park in Rio Rancho. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho.
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Jackson -- Mrs. Lillian C. Jackson died at the age of 92 on Tuesday, March 16, at home in Edmond, Oklahoma. Lillian was born in Humboldt, Nebraska on June 5, 1906. She lived in Albuquerque from 1949 to 1995. She worked as a substitute teacher in the Albuquerque school system, then worked many years at Sandia Corporation. She was a member of First United Presbyterian Church of Albuquerque. She and her husband were active in the Presbyterian Mariners organization, active in Coin Club, and were avid NM Lobo fans. Lillian is survived by her daughters, Arlene Stevens and Linda Crawford of Edmond, OK. She is also survived by her 13 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard C. Jackson; her daughter, Jean Arlone Berch; and her son, Gene Cornford. Visitation will be held Friday, March 19, 1999, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., at First Presbyterian Church. Funeral services will be held Friday, March 19, 1999, 2:00 p.m., at First Presbyterian Church, with Rev. C. Brown officiating. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Good Shepherd Hospice, 4411 Highline Blvd., Oklahoma City, OK 73018. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
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James -- John C."Jack" James, a resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, March 16, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Frances James of Albuquerque; sons, John James Jr. and wife, Sharon, and Mark Field James, all of Albuquerque; daughters, Katherine James of Albuquerque, Lynnette Kowalski and husband, Doug of St. Louis, and Robin Lea James of Albuquerque; grandchildren, John Franko Smith and wife, Kim of Albuquerque, Jason Kowalski, Nolan Kowalski, both of St. Louis, Melanie Cicchetti, Emily Cicchetti, both of Albuquerque; brothers, Robert James of California, Thomas James of Albuquerque, Jerrold James of Albuquerque, Bruce James of Louisiana, and Frank James of Florida; sisters, Marian Calhoun of Albuquerque, Carroll Brennan of Albuquerque, and Barbara James of Virginia. He was preceded in death by his brother, William James. Jack was also a member of the American Legion and the Association General Contractors of America. Friends may visit Aspen Funeral Alternatives, Thursday, March 18, between 7:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. Aspen Funeral Alternatives, 1935 Juan Tabo NE.
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Leyba -- In Loving Memory of ATILANO LEYBA March 18, 1907 - January 29, 1983Happy Birthday, Dad! A million times we missed you, A million times we cried, If love could have saved you You never would have died.Your Family
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Lopez -- Rosa Lueras Lopez, 72, a beloved and devoted mother, grandmother and sister, was called home to be with the Lord Tuesday, March 16, 1999 after a long and courageous battle with dialysis. Ms. Lopez was born on August 10, 1926 in Corona, NM; she was a longtime resident of Los Lunas; the oldest of 14 children, she raised two as her own and was looked up to by all her brothers and sisters. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Juan S. Lopez; a brother-in-law, Raymond Allen. She is survived by Nora Lueras Marquez and husband, Johnny, Sammy Lueras and wife, Florey, whom Ms. Lopez raised as her own children; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchilren; seven sisters, Alice L. Marquez and husband, Robert, Sally L. Allen, Marie"Lupe" Moraga and husband, David, Clara L. Griego and husband, Nick, Tina L. Griego and husband, Dino, Marcella Lueras, Bernice L. Candelaria and husband, Ray; four brothers, Raymond Lueras, Julian Lueras and wife, Rita, Joe Lueras and wife, Elva, Manuel Lueras and wife, Alice; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitations will be held this evening, from 6:00 p.m. till the time of rosary, which will be recited at 7:00 p.m. in the chapel of Garcia Mortuary, on the corner of 8th and Stover. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Friday, 9:00 a.m., at Holy Family Catholic Church. Interment will follow in Pinos Well, NM. Casket bearers will be Ramonsito"Ramon" Lueras, Joe"Junior" Lueras, Juan Rey Candelaria, Gary Allen, Joaquin Lujan, Mario Griego and Pete Griego. Honorary bearer will be Julian Marquez. Funeral services are under the direction of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW, 243-5222.
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Martinez -- IN LOVING MEMORY OF WILLIAM R. MARTINEZ Died March 18, 1994Five years ago you left us, but you have not been forgotten. We miss you very much and we love you. Your loving wife, Gabrielle & children
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Martinez -- Mrs. Vilia L. Martinez, 77, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on March 15, 1999. Mrs. Martinez is survived by two daughters, Betty Jo Smith and husband, Bob from Vista, CA, Evelyn and husband, Bobby; five sons, Jerry, Clyde and wife, Liz, Rick and wife, Wanda and Eugene (Geno) and wife, Gen, and Bobby; 15 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Ida Valdez and Florence Marquez and husband, Ross; two brothers, Chris Lopez and wife, Trinnie from Grants, NM and Lalo Marquez and wife, Linda from Bosque Farms, NM; and brother-in-law, Alex Martinez. Mrs. Martinez was preceded in death by her husband, Anastacio; daughter, Lorraine; and a dear friend, Lucy Garcia. Private disposition has taken place. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Presbyterian Kaseman Hospice. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements.
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Maxwell -- J. Jerome Maxwell, 83, a resident of Albuquerque since 1954, died Tuesday, March 16, 1999. He is survived by his son, Jerry Maxwell and wife, Jeannette of Edgewood, NM; daughters, Courtney Petty and husband, Jim of Albuquerque and Nancy Jackson and husband, Dale of Richards, TX; brother, Malcolm Maxwell and wife, Carolyn of Jackson, MI; and grandchildren, Nikie Berry, Daniel Maxwell, Danell, Mike and Joshua Jackson. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elisbeth Maxwell in 1984. He was a Deacon and taught Sunday School at Hoffmantown Church. Mr. Maxwell was a member of The Bar Association. Memorial service will be held Friday, 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Thursday, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to New Mexico Boys and Girls Ranch, 6209 Hendrix NE 87110 and Baptist Children's Home. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Miller -- Frank Miller, age 85, died Tuesday after an illness. He is survived by his wife, Henrietta Miller and family. Services will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, at Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, with The Rev. Canon B. McK. Williams, Celebrant. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery.
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Moore -- Gladys Irene Stewart Moore, age 79, of Warrenville, IL, formerly of Albuquerque, died March 16, 1999. Retired personnel officer with the U.S. Dept of Interior, Fish & Wildlife. Beloved mother of Kristine Elizabeth Gebbie (Lester Wright) and Sina Ann (Fernando) Mercado. Cherished grandmother of Anna, Sharon, Eileen and Eric Gebbie and Michelle, Amanda and Samantha Mercado. Visitation Friday, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., at The Leonard Memorial Home, Ltd., 3S532 Batavia Rd., Warrenville, IL. Memorial service Saturday, 12:00 noon, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Warrenville. Memorial contributions to St. Timothy's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 211 Jefferson NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108 would be appreciated. Info: 630-393-9449.
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Olson -- In Loving Memory of CLARENCE B. OLSON October 24, 1917 - March 18, 1996 Days of sadness still come over us, hidden tears still often flow; Memory keeps him always near us, though he died three years ago. Love, Edie, Linda and Bradley
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Otero -- Josephine Otero, 71, beloved and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, was called home to be with the Lord on her birthday, Monday, March 15, 1999. Mrs. Otero was born in Albuquerque; she was parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She is survived by her loving husband of 52 years, Porfirio Otero of the family home; three daughters, Lorraine Pollack and husband, Gabriel, Mary Benavidez, Aida Garcia and husband, Ronnie; three sons, Tom Otero, Anthony Otero and wife, Rose, Lawrence Otero; two granddaughters, Gabriella Wood and Angel Pollack; eight grandsons, Pete and Patrick Benavidez, Orlando and Ronnie Garcia, Arthur and Andres Herrera, Chris Drinkwater, Thomas Otero; and seven great-grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by her loving family. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated this morning, 9:00 a.m., at Sacred Heart Church, with the Reverend James Moore as Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Pete Benavidez, Patrick Benavidez, Orlando Garcia, Ronnie James Garcia, Chris Drinkwater and Michael Wood. Honorary bearers will be Andres Herrera and Arthur Herrera. Funeral services are under the direction of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW.
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Penner -- In Loving Memory David Christopher Penner 8/6/62 - 3/20/98DEATH is nothing at all. I have only slipped away into the next room. I am I, and you are you. Whatever we were to each other, that we still are. Call me by my old familiar name, speak to me in the easy way which you always used. Laugh as we always laughed at the little jokes we enjoyed together. Life means all that it ever meant. It is the same as it ever was; there is unbroken continuity. Why should I be out of mind because I am out of sight? I am waiting for you, somewhere very near, just round the corner. All is well... For his wife, three sons and other family and friends who miss him deeply, with every passing day. He has touched our lives forever...
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Sedillo -- Mary Piedad Sedillo, 70, beloved wife, mother and grandmother, was called home to see Our Lord on Monday, March 15, 1999. She was preceded in death by her infant daughter, Mary; her sister, Isabel Lucero; and her brother, Jose Sauceda. Mary is survived by Gregorio Sedillo; her loving husband of 48 years; her four children, Jim Sedillo and companion, Particia Sisneros, Frances Carabajal and companion, Pete Pino, Esther Frietze and husband, Ernest, and Gladys Vallejos and husband, Dino; grandchildren, Pablo, Ricardo and Tatiana Sedillo, Ernest James and Ramona Frietze, and Jenny, Jamie, Julianne and Jessica Vallejos; brother, Ramon Sauceda; sister, Juanita Baca and husband, Billy; sisters-in-law, Amalia Sauceda, Fella Vallejos and husband, Junior, and Carmen Sedillo; brother-in-law, Eusebio Sedillo and wife, Pabla; and her special niece, Martin Romero; as well as many other nephews, nieces and family members. Rosary will be recited on Thursday evening, March 18, at 7:00 p.m., at San Jose Catholic Church, 2401 Broadway SE, and a memorial mass will be celebrated Friday, March 19, also at San Jose Church, with Fr. Joseph A. Faries, officiating. Mary was a loving wife, a caring mother, and a devoted grandmother who will be greatly missed by her family. Sunrise Society is serving the family of Mrs. Sedillo, (891-8200).
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Sedillo -- The family of Brian Edward Sedillo, 24, needed to inform family and friends that Brian passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, March 16, 1999. Family services are pending. Cremation arrangements were provided by Metropolitan Direct Burial and Cremation Center, Inc., 601 Mountain Rd. NW, Albuquerque, 766-9400.
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Seeling -- Donald Clifford Seeling, 62, beloved husband, father and brother, passed away Sunday, March 14, 1999. Mr. Seeling was a resident of Canon, NM. He was born on September 9, 1936 in Wisconsin and was the Green Bay Packer's #1 fan. He was recently preceded in death by his parents, Clifford and Arline Seeling. He is survived by his loving wife, Lin Seeling; two daughters, Kim Seeling of Austin, TX and Jennifer Seeling of Dallas, TX; and one brother, Dale Robert Seeling and wife, Karen of Oconto Falls, WS. He will be greatly missed by his loving family. Private services will be conducted. Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th St. NW, Norbert Baldonado Jr.
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Taggart -- In Loving Memory of JAMES C. (JIM) TAGGART July 25, 1917 - March 18, 1994Time goes by so quickly. Five years now since you left us. And, there isn't a day that goes by, That we don't think about you. Wonderful memories of a wonderful"Guy." We all still miss you very much. Jean & Family Karen &"Homer" Steve &"Tristan" Rachel, Sean, Bryan
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Vaughan -- Ellen"Tommye" White Vaughan passed away March 15, 1999 at the age of 97. She was born September 21, 1901 in Portals, New Mexico Territory. In 1975 she was named in the Hall of Fame of Educators in New Mexico for over 50 years of dedicated educational service. Ellen began her teaching career in 1920 at a small ranching community, between Ft. Sumner and Roswell, riding horseback to and from school. Her next job took her to Fierro near Silver city and the copper mines, where she taught 3rd, 4th and 5th grades and had 72 students in her classroom. Ellen contracted typhoid fever in 1926 and was taken home to Ft. Sumner where she spent the next two years learning to walk again. While recuperating she met and married Mark E. Vaughan, also of Ft. Sumner. In 1939, she went back to teaching and in 1941 was elected De Baca County School Superintendent. Ellen was widowed during WWII when her husband was killed in a shipyard accident in California. In 1944, she then packed up her family of two young girls and her parents, and moved to Santa Fe. From 1944 until 1957 Ellen worked for the State Department of Education as Director of Certification, Teacher Education, and Placement. During those years she received her Bachelor's Degree in Education and served on the National Teacher Education and Professional Standards Committee. In 1957, Ellen moved to Farmington to teach, but after only one year was awarded a scholarship to finish her Master's Degree at New Mexico State University. In 1959, she accepted a teaching position in the Gallup School system where she taught until retirement in 1972. Ellen moved back to Farmington as she loved the climate and beautiful landscape. She was an avid reader, loved the outdoors, flowers, and oil painting. Ellen was a lifelong member of Delta Kappa Gamma. She will be dearly missed. Ellen is survived by her daughter, Marka Riley of Farmington; three granddaughters, Kathrine Moore and husband, Jeff of Marshalltown, IA, Kathleen McClain and husband, Jim of Ramsey, England, Marka Ryan of Farmington; and three great-grandchildren. Services will be held March 24, 1999 at the Chavez Funeral Home Chapel in Fort Sumner, NM. Local arrangements are under the direction of Cope Memorial Chapel in Farmington, 327-5142.
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Williams -- Virginia R. Williams, 66, a resident of Albuquerque, went to be with our Lord on March 16, 1999. She died of brain cancer at the age of 66. She is survived by her loving husband of 50 years, Charles E. Williams Sr.; son, Charles E. William Jr. and wife, Helen; daughter, Linda G. Ferguson and husband, Wade; grandsons, Charles E. Williams III and Brian Ferguson; granddaughters, Krista Williams, Amy Hill and husband, Paul, and Lisa Ferguson; great-grandson, Colby Marshall, all of Albuquerque; brothers, Joe Hicks and wife, Charlene, Carl Hicks and wife, Clorine, Ralph Hicks and wife, Thelma, Pete Hicks and wife, Mickey, all of Missouri; brothers-in-law, Dalton Williams and wife, Opal, Tom Williams and wife, Jean, Devon Williams and wife, Kay, Dewey Williams and wife, Carol; sisters-in-law, Shirley Cogar and husband, Ted, Gertie Gibson, Gerry Mealy and husband, Junior, Genevie Saeler and husband, John; and cousin, Joe C. Hicks and wife, Lila, all from back East. She was preceded in death by her father, Alba Hicks of Albuquerque; and mother, Leota Gibbs of Poplar Bluff, MO. Mrs. Williams was born in Poplar Bluff, MO on October 18, 1932 and moved to Albuquerque in 1942. She married Charlie on August 20, 1948 in Albuquerque. Virginia retired from Montgomery Wards in January, 1984, after 20 years of service. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, traveling, doing crafts, going to yard sales, and wintering in Yuma, AZ. She loved her family unconditionally and was a wonderful friend to many. Mrs. Williams will be lovingly remembered at a memorial service, Saturday, March 20, 1999, 2:00 p.m., at St. John's United Methodist Church, 2626 Arizona NE,with Rev. Charlie Price officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, on Friday, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. .DMP
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