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Andre -- Anna"Anne" Andre ,87, a resident of Albuquerque since 1956, died Thursday, April 1, 1999. She is survived by her brother, Hubert Hannemann and wife, Eva of Dormagen, Germany; and dear friend, Morris Segel of Albuquerque. Mrs. Andre was preceded in death by her husband, Odd Andre in 1982. She and her husband owned Alta Vista Apartments until shortly after his death. Memorial services will be held Saturday, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Deacon Al McLane officiating.
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Andre -- Maj. Robert J. Andre, US Army (Ret.), 78, died April 5, 1999. He is survived by his son, Michael D. Andre and wife, Barbara of Tijeras, NM; daughters, Leslie D. Spitzer of Las Cruces, and Jacqueline K. Grizzle of Rohnert Park, CA; grandchildren, Nicole D. and Amelia R. Spitzer, and Troy, Tiffany, Todd and Travis Grizzle; brother, J. Richard Andre and wife, Peggy of Naples, FL and Cincinnati, OH; sister ,Jeanne M. Andre of Rancho Mirage, CA; and two nephews and one niece. He served in the US Army during WWII and Korea. In 1945, he was awarded Battlefield Commission to Second Lt. in Germany. He was also awarded the Bronze Star medal for his heroic achievement in the vicinity of Kufstein, Austria. He retired after 20 years as Major. For 22 years, he was a life and health insurance agent for Bankers Life and Casualty. Graveside services will be held Friday, 11:00 a.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Interment of cremains will follow. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Barragan -- Julio P. Barragan, 73, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother, passed away Sunday, April 4, 1999. Mr. Barragan was a resident of Albuquerque. He was a lifelong teamster. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roman and Apolonia Barragan. He is survived by his loving wife, Frances; three daughters, Catherine Barragan, Tomasita Torrez and husband, Robert, and Theresa Lovato; one son, Frank Lovato; two sisters, Teresita Ayon and Cepranita Chavez; one brother, Frank Barragan; two grandchildren, Robert Torrez Jr. and Julio Camden; two great-grandchildren, Keith and Jasmine Torrez; also surviving is his good friend, Virginia Archibeque. Funeral services will be conducted this morning at 9:00 a.m. in the Chapel with interment to follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Joe Ayon, Gilbert Ayon, Joe Chavez, Anthony Chavez, Frank Lovato, Fred Faudoa and Robert Torrez. Honorary casket bearers will be Julio Camden and Keith Torrez. Services entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th St. NW, Gary F. Santillanes C.F.S.P.
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Boland -- Funeral services for William Munroe Boland will be held on Wednesday at the Holy Rosary Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 3rd St. SW.
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Cadena -- Adolfo Cadena, 51, beloved son and brother was called home to be with the Lord Thursday, April 1, 1999. He is survived by tow sons, Ricardo and Christopher Cadena of El Paso, TX; a daughter, Yvonne Cadena of Florida; one granddaughter. Also surviving are his father, Emilio Cadena of Albuquerque; Mother, Benita Almanza of San Jose, CA; five brothers, Art Cadena, Javier Almanza and wife, Karin both of San Jose, CA, Rogelio Moreno and wife, Betty of Tracy, CA, Manuel Ramirez and wife, Bonnie of Hollister, CA and Raymond Cadena of Albuquerque; two sisters, Lorenza Escobar and husband, Robert of Morgan Hill, CA and Leticia Martinez and husband Cesario of Socorro, NM. He will be greatly missed by his loving family. A rosary will be recited Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Garcia Mortuary, on the corner of 8th and Iron. Mass of Christian burial and Interment are pending and will be announced. For floral assistance, please call 243-5222. Funeral services are under the direction of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave., SW.
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Carnes -- Robert W. Carnes, 78, a resident of Albuquerque since 1970, died on Sunday, April 4, 1999. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Ann Carnes of Albuquerque; daughters, Janet DuBois of Chicago, IL, Patricia Landry and husband, Bill of San Francisco, CA, and Sandra Young and husband, Jeff of Farmington, NM; grandsons, Nicholas and Timothy Young; brother, Victor Carnes and wife, Betty of Fayetteville, PA; four nieces; three nephews; and sisters-in-law, Sylvia Plute and Olga Petersen and husband, Carl, all of Pueblo, CO. Mr. Carnes was a veteran of World War II, having served with the 355th Fighter Group in England, as well as the Korean Conflict. He retired from Hallmark Cards as a sales representative and then purchased Bob's Hallmark Store in Coronado Center."We loved him and will miss him. We'll meet you again at the old fishing hole. Keep smiling, Dad." Services will be held Wednesday, April 7, 1999, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, New Mexico. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Darrow -- Mary Jo Darrow, 71, died April 4, 1999 at Newton Medical Center. She was born November 6, 1921, in El Paso, Texas, the daughter of Francis and Velma Rodgers Scott. She graduated from High School in Albuquerque, NM, in 1939 and from the University of New Mexico in 1943 with a degree in elementary education. A Newton resident, she was a homemaker. She belonged to First Presbyterian Church and the PEO, both at newton, Job's daughters, Albuquerque, and Alpha Delta Pi Sorority, where she had been president and served as chapter adviser for 16 years. On May 14, 1943, she married Floyd F. Darrow at Columbus Miss.. He survives. Other survivors include: two sons, Patrick C., Topeka, and Roger B., Newton; and a daughter, Dona Lyn Wilpolt, Santa Fe, NM; nine grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Funeral will be at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday at First Presbyterian Church, Newton, with the Rev. James W. Anderson presiding. Burial will be in National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. Memorials may be sent to the Building and Grounds Committee of First Presbyterian Church in Care of Peterson Funeral Home, Newton. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, Albuquerque, NM, in charge of burial arrangements.
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Elledge -- Bernice (Bernie) Elledge, born May 21, 1929, a long time resident of Albuquerque, went home to be with Our Lord on April 5, 1999, after a long illness. She was preceded in death by her husband Hollis P. (Bud) Elledge in 1990. Survivors include her stepfather, Charles L. Young of Clovis, NM; son, David Elledge and wife, Gayle of Edgewood, NM; granddaughters, Heather Zimny and husband, Brian; Alicia Hidalgo and husband, Stuart; and great-grandson, Benjamin Hidalgo, all of Albuquerque. Her close friend, Mike Zownir provided love and support to the end. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. A vocalist for many years, Bernie began singing professionally at the age of fourteen. She was a member of the Rio Grande Jazz Society and had a passion for song. The joy that her voice brought to so many will be greatly missed. We are confident that the Angelic Choir of Heaven has a new, clear voice singing praises to God and our Savior, Jesus Christ. Services will be held Thursday, 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Pastor Lemuel Boyles officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Wednesday, 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association of NM, 216 Truman NE Albuquerque, NM 87108.
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Finley -- A funeral service for Mrs. Joann T. Finley will be held Wednesday morning, 10:00 a.m., at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Los Lunas, with visitation at the church after 9:00 a.m. Bishop Clayton Lowe officiating. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements.
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Gentry -- Thomas N. Gentry Sr., 78, left to be present with The Lord on Good Friday, April 2, 1999. Thomas was born May 5, 1920 in Independence, Virginia, the eldest of four children born to Oscar and Estella Gentry. He grew up in West Virginia, where he met and married Norma Greene and later he and his family moved to New York before coming to New Mexico. During his lifetime, he worked as an apprentice embalmer; for the Western Union Telegraph Co.; operated a security guard business, and after moving to Rio Rancho, was employed by Allsups Convenience Store. Thomas was a faithful member of Covenant Christian Church in Rio Rancho since joining under the pastorate of Charles Story. He also served as an Elder. He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, Norma; son, Thomas II and wife, Gayle Gentry of Corrales; daughter, Hallene Condon and husband, Gilbert of Cambria Heights, NY; grandsons, Thomas Gentry III and wife, Myka of Albuquerque, David Gentry and wife, Debbie of Rio Rancho; granddaughters, Daria DeBroux and husband, Victor of Hollis, NY, Shauna Sohl and husband, Bryant of Cambria Heights, NY, Lara Nieto and husband, Quint of Dallas, TX; nine great-grandchildren; his mother, Estella Gentry of Lawrenceville, GA; sister, Marian Lucille Collins of Lawrenceville, GA; brother, James Gentry and wife, Delia of Jersey City, NJ; brother-in-law, Emanuel Greene and wife, Garland of Rio Rancho; sister-in-law, Ouida and husband, Otis Sr. of Winston Salem, NC; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A visitation will be held on Thursday, April 8, 1999, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., with the service at 1:00 p.m. in the chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho. Interment will follow in Vista Verde Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the Covenant Christian Church, 6380 Iris Rd., Rio Rancho, NM 87124. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary.
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Groff -- Ted Groff, founder of Groff Lumber Co. and longtime Albuquerque resident, passed away Easter Sunday morning. Ted was 92 years old and in good health when he passed away. He was born in Bakersfield, Missouri in 1906. He attended the University of Oklahoma where he met his future wife, Christine Johnson. They were married 57 years. Ted started Groff Lumber Co. in August of 1950. He and Christine ran the lumberyard until 1978 when his sons, Richard and Wendell began running the yard. Ted then ran railroad crosstie pick up jobs in Texas, Oklahoma, Colorado, Utah and several locations in New Mexico. Ted is survived by his family, Richard and June Groff, Wendell Groff and Alice Lambert; his grandchildren, Lara Groff, Neal Ambrose, Felicia White and Todd White; great-grandson, Javier Ambrose. Ted Groff was an entrepreneur who lived by the sweat of his brow and the quickness of his mind. His word was his bond. HE WILL BE MISSED. Visitation will be held Wednesday, April 7, 1999, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., at Strong-Thorne Mortuary. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, April 7, 1999 at Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Guarino -- Josephine R. Guarino, 74, a resident of Rio Rancho for the past 12 1/2 years, passed away on Saturday, March 27, 1999. Josephine was born November 7, 1924, the daughter of Tiburcio and Maria Martinez Reyes in Manhattan, New York. Josephine had been a secretary for a pharmaceutical company and a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph in November of 1998. Josephine is survived by her son, John Guarino of Rio Rancho; daughter, Jeanne Dvorak of Edgewood, NM; one sister, Mary Padilla of Cocoa Beach, FL; and three grandchildren, Michael, Thomas and Timothy. A visitation for family and friends will be held on Friday, April 9, 1999, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., with a Memorial service at 1:00 p.m. in the chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd., at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho, with The Rev. Robert Pinta officiating. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho.
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Hedges -- Hilda L. Hedges passed away on April 5, 1999. Our beloved mother and grandmother was born in Faulett, Texas October 16, 1918. She was married to Carl Hedges. She is survived by her five children, Carol Wilson of Albuquerque, Darla Armstrong and husband, Pat of Albuquerque, Rev. Daniel Hedges and wife, Ginger of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Ron Hedges of la Crossé, Wisconsin, and John Hedges and wife, Jackie from Las Crossé, Wisconsin. She was blessed with seven grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Services are pending with French Mortuary.
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Hodges -- Mary Ellen Hodges, 81, a resident of Belen, passed into God's Kingdom on April 3, 1999 at the family home, after a long struggle with illness. She was born on August 14, 1917 in Quemado, NM, the eldest daughter of D. Frank and Pearl Trainer. Although she was not born in Belen, most of her life was spent in Belen. In her earlier years, she was active in a number of civic and social organizations, which included, the Lions Club Auxiliary, VFW Ladies Auxiliary, and Buddy Poppy (chairwomen). In 1997, a proclamation was issued by the Mayor of Belen, Proclaiming August 14, 1997 to be"Mary Ellen Hodges Day". After the death of her husband, she joined the work force as an employee of Ranchers Bank in Rio Communities until her retirement. Her gentle manner, her caring selfless way, her enormous capacity for love and compassion, and her quick smile and wonderful laugh, will be forever remembered. Mary Ellen was preceded in death by her husband, Benny L. Hodges in 1969, her father in 1971, and her mother in 1983. She is survived by her only sister, Sarah, and husband, Jim Parrinello; her three children, Ron Hodges and his wife, Robin of Ruidoso, Benny Hodges and his wife, Mary Ellen of Belen, and Sue Ellen Ness and her husband, Everett of Socorro. She is also survived by 12 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Mary Ellen's entire life was devoted to, and her greatest joy was derived from her family. There will be a viewing on Tuesday from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. at Romero Funeral Home. Funeral services will be on Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. at the First Baptist Church in Belen. Interment will follow in the Terrace Grove Cemetery in Belen. Pallbearers will be her grandsons, Trevor Hodges, Travis Hodges, Benjamin Hodges, Joshua Hodges, Chris Albrecht, and Kyle Goret. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main, Belen.
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Jenkins -- Annie Marie Jenkins, 76, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away April 5, 1999. She is survived by her daughters, Frances Fulton and husband, Leonard, Sheila Jenkins and Jaqueline Cole and Chris; and a son, Leander Moreland and Bobbie. Visitation will be Friday, April 9, 1999, 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Hillcrest Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Saturday, April 10, 1999, 11:00 am at Grants Chapel, with Rev. McGee officiating. Interment will follow at Santa Fe Memorial Gardens. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 265-5959
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Johnson -- William R. (Bill) Johnson, beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, left this earth Friday, April 2, 1999, for the glories of Heaven. He was a resident of Albuquerque since 1955. He is survived by his wife, Bobbie; his six children, Bill Johnson, Becky and husband, Howard Barnes, Pam and husband, Justin Fontenot, Robert Johnson, Rick Johnson and Don Johnson, all of Albuquerque. Also surviving are five grandchildren, Tracy and husband, Brian Gwash of Albuquerque, Kevin and wife, Kelli Johnson of Indiana, Raine Fontenot, Stacy Barnes and Amity Johnson, all of Albuquerque. There will be a Memorial service Friday, April 9, 1999 at the family home, 517 Muscatel NE 87107, at 2:00 p.m. He will be greatly remembered and loved by all of his family and friends.
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Jones -- Lugarda"Lita" S. Jones, 83, a resident of Albuquerque passed away April 5, 1999. Her husband, Willie Jones; daughter Eva Love and brother, Joe Sisneros, preceded her in death. She is survived by her son-in-law, James Love; sister, Ida Sisneros; brother, Archy Sisneros; grandchildren, Jimmy, William, Donald, John, Yvonne and Debra; and six great-grandchildren. She was a loving mother and grandmother. Visitation for Lita will be Wednesday, April 7, 1999, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Hillcrest Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park. God saw you were getting tired, And a cure was not to be. So He put His arms around you, And whispered,"Come With Me". With tearful eyes we watched you suffer, And saw you fade away. Although we loved you dearly, We could not make you stay. It broke our hearts to lose you, But you did not go alone. A part of us went with you, The day God called you Home. Memories are treasures, No one can steal, This is a heartache, Only God can heal. Deep in our hearts A memory is kept. Of one we loved And will never forget.Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo Blvd SE 265-5959
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Keller -- Robert W. Keller, 86, a resident of Albuquerque since 1968, died Saturday, April 3, 1999. He was a veteran of WWII in the U.S. Army, a member of the American Legion, BPOE Elks Lodge #461, and St. Paul's Lutheran Church. Cremation has taken place and a private service was held with interment of cremains at Santa Fe National Cemetery. The family request memorial contributions in his name be made to the American Heart Association, 6301 Forest Hills Drive NE, 87110. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Lovato -- RAYMOND A. LOVATO JR. July 27, 1964 - April 7, 1998 I Love You & Miss You Dearly Geraldine
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Moore -- Virginia Mae Bowman Moore, born May 2, 1917 in Goldthwaite, TX, died April 5, 1999 in Lovelace Hospital, Albuquerque. She is survived by her husband, Jason P. Moore whom she married August 24, 1940; daughter, Laura Marjorie Moore Shaefer and husband, Harry; son, Jon Lawrence Moore and wife, Leigh; daughter, Virginia Elizabeth Moore and husband, Arnold Buzzard; son Jason Henry Moore and wife, Carolyn. She is also survived by three grandsons; five granddaughters; one great-grandson; and one great-granddaughter. Visitation will be held 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, April 8, 1999 at Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 coal Ave. SE. Funeral Services will be held 10:30 a.m. Friday, April 9, 1999 at Central United Methodist Church, 1615 Copper NE. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to CUMC organ fund, 1615 Copper NE, NM. Interment will be 3:00 p.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Peters -- Michael S. Peters, born March 29, died April 4, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Catherine (Rio Rancho); his mother, Mary ; and seven brothers and sisters in Indiana. Michael's remains will be sent to his home town of Terre Haute, Indiana. In lieu of flowers please make donations to D.C.I. Corino Comm. 1511 Central NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106. R.I.P. Michael" Time without you is endless" your Catherine always. 1975-1999. Please make enquires to Riverside Cremations & Burials of Albuquerque 224-2904
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Robinson -- Margaret Kathaleen Robinson, age 82, passed away in the loving arms of her family, Monday, April 5, 1999. Arrangements are pending and will be announced by Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE.
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Sanchez -- John Ray, 2, went home to be with the Lord April 5, 1999. He is survived by parents, Gabriel Sanchez and Julia Lucero; paternal grandparents, Ray and Geri Sanchez; maternal grandparents, John and Yvonne Lucero; great-grandparents, John and Osila Lucero, Jake and Cleo Sanchez, Rita Maldonado; aunts and uncles, Diane Lucero, Lisa Lucero, Anna Lucero, Fabian Sanchez, Yvette Cordova; cousins, Roxanne, Angel, Juanito, Ashley, Amanda, Angelique, Fabian; special nurse Denise Rochelle, Lynne Uhring, M.D., nurse Mary Ann Sloan, and numerous other family and friends who loved and will miss him Services will be held at Living Waters Church, 7002 Acoma SE, at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 7th, and 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, with burial to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Burial arrangements by Direct Services, 343-8008, 2919 4th NW.
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Schmidt -- Inez Schmidt, 88, a resident of Albuquerque since 1978, died Wednesday, March 24, 1999. She is survived by her son, Christopher Schmidt and his wife, Randi of Sunnyvale, CA; and grandchildren, Anna Lewis, and Andrew and Martin Schmidt. Mrs. Schmidt was born and raised in Northern Minnesota. She raised a family and taught music and kindergarten in Waukegan, IL. Mrs. Schmidt moved to Albuquerque after the death of her beloved husband, Henry. She volunteered her time as a docent, teacher's aide, and at St. John's Episcopal Church and Thrift Shop. Mrs. Schmidt enjoyed opera, hiking and traveling in New Mexico and abroad. She died suddenly and peacefully in harmony with all. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held Friday, April 9, 2:00 p.m., at The Cathedral Church of St. John, 4th Street, at Silver SW, with The Rev. Canon Rhonda McIntyre officiating. a reception in her home will follow the memorial service. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to The Altar Guild of The Cathedral Church of St. John, 318 Silver Ave. SW 87102. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Sedillo -- In Loving MemoryRAYMOND ERIC SEDILLO 4/7/98 - 4/7/99There's a door that never closes, though it opens but one way It's the door that leads to heaven at the end of lifes long day It's the threshold of forever where the heart is always glad It's a respite for the weary and a comfort for the sad It's the door to peace and healing and the door to joy and grace Where the Master greets each guest by name and with a warm embrace And the loved ones who pass through into the light that's shining there Find a sweet and perfect home within our Father's careRay, we miss you so. We love you Babe.Mom, Dad, Laura, Steph, Dominic, Cara, Nico, Noah, Sonya, Sergio, Alec & Rebecca your family
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Valenzuela -- Mrs. Barbara A. Valenzuela died Sunday in Albuquerque at the age of 46. Mrs. Valenzuela is survived by her husband, Tony Nieto; father, Pete Valenzuela; mother, Magdalena Valenzuela; son, Michael Valenzuela and wife, Tanya Chavez; daughter, Renee Valenzuela; stepson, Antonio Nieto and wife, Misty; brothers, Roger Valenzuela, Pete Valenzuela Jr., and Phillip Valenzuela and wife, Patsy; brother-in-law, Eloy Nieto and wife, Vickie; sisters, Juanita Gallegos and husband, Leo, Theresa Valenzuela, and Anita Valenzuela and boyfriend, Darell; sister-in-law, Helen Encinias and husband, Anthony; grandchildren, Michael Valenzuela Jr., and Sebastian, Krystal and Vincent Nieto; aunts and uncles, Mary and Mike Pino, Bernice Valenzuela, Eufracia Torres and husband, Thomas, Melcore and Mary Valenzuela; two close friends, Priscilla Moya and Jack Montoya; mother and father-in-law, Ernest and Mary Nieto; nieces and nephews, Annette, Dolores and husband, J.J., Sandra and husband, Steven, Benny, Rudy, Artie, Phillip Jr., Alfred and Leonardo; and great-nieces and nephews, Brandi, Andrea, Felicia, Dominic, Shannon, Leo, Damian, John, Briana, Melissa and Patrick. Funeral Services for Mrs. Valenzuela will be held on Wednesday at the St. Edwin Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be John J. Perrone, Phillip Valenzuela Jr., Larry Sisneros, Eloy Nieto, Antonio Nieto and Tony Encinias. Honorary pallbearers will be Leonardo Gallegos Jr., Arthur Valenzuela and Steven Llamas. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 3rd St. SW.
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Valles -- Michelle. In memory of a very special person Michelle Kathy Valles, 23, who passed away April 5, 1999, and is now with the Lord. She is survived by her two children, Jacob A. Mora and Jocelyn N. Mora; mother, Kathy Valles; fiance, Jason A. Mora; sisters, Nicole D. Valles ,Pauletta Chavez; brothers, Wilfred Valles, Rodney Fuentes, Edward Fuentes, and Leroy Valles; grandmother, Florence E. Lucero; and grandparents, Bessie and Salome Mora; future mother-in-law, Fermina Mora; aunts, Eileen Saiz, Carolyn Lucero, Debbie Kuidis, Jennie Lucero, Tana Lucero, Lorraine Olguin , Peggy Lucero, Elizabeth Lucero, Gloria Garcia, Cathy Gonzales: uncles, Roy Lucero, Dennis Lucero, Robert Lucero, Tony Lucero, Jerry Olguin, Joe Gonzales, and Jerry Garcia; comadres and compadres, Salvador and Sharon Baca, and Eileen Lucero and John Paul Mora, father Leroy Valles, all her may cousins and many friends. Thanks to all her doctors and Nurses that made her last days comfortable. Services will be held at St. Therese Church, 4th & Mildred NW, with Rosary recited at &:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 8, 1999, and funeral mass at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 9th. Arrangements by Direct Services 2919 4th NW, 343-8008.
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Weir -- Margaret Weir, 104, passed away on April 1, 1999. Mrs. Weir was the beloved mother of Pat Younkin. She is survived by three grandsons and four great-grandchildren. Mrs. Weir was preceded in death by her loving husband, William J. Weir. She was born in Belfast Northern Ireland and came to Albuquerque in 1967. She was a member of the Daughters of the British Empire, the Kirtland Officers Wives Club, and an Honorary member of the ROWC. Arrangements for cremation were made by the Sunrise Society of New Mexico, 891-8200.
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Welby -- In Memory JOSEPH (JOE) L. WELBY April 16, 1955 - April 8, 1998I remember our last touch But today, that memory's not enough To keep these tears out of my eyes Or fill this hole left in my life and though we may be far apart You still live in my heartJoe didn't live a very long life, but he lived a full life. He was a son, and a brother. He was my husband for 25 years. He was a father of two, a grandfather of five and everyone's best friend. Today it has been 1 year since his untimely death, and we will hold a Mass in his memory. I would like to take this moment to thank all our family and friends who have been so kind and helpful. Words cannot express how grateful I am for your love and support through out this difficult time. Joe is among the angels in heaven, and I live amongst the angels on earth.Thank you, From: LorrieA Memorial Mass will be held today, Thursday, April 8th at 5:00 p.m. Our Lady of Annunciation Church 2621 Vermont NE at Claremont
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Wood -- Elmo Wood, 72, a resident of Albuquerque since 1949, died Monday, April 5, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Claudine Wood of the family home; daughters, Glenda S. Hutcherson and husband, Joe of Amarillo, TX and Jan Deyoe and husband, Steve of Los Gatos, CA; one grandson, Douglass W. Toya of Amarillo, TX; brothers, Clifford Wood of Albuquerque and John Wood of Ada, OK; and sister, Betty Thomas of Albuquerque. Mr. Wood was the former owner of the North Second Paint and Body Shop. Services will be held Thursday, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Mr. George Carman officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE. 
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