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Benavidez -- Maria Pauline Benavidez, 91, died peacefully Sunday, April 11, 1999 at her home in Socorro, NM. She was preceded in death by her son, James; daughter, Bernice Chavez; her grandson, Tony Jr. Pollock; her first husband, Henry Pollock; and husband, Lorenzo Benavidez. She is survived by her son, Raymond Pollock and wife, Millie; son, Tony Pollock and wife, Viola, all of Albuquerque; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A Rosary will be recited on Tuesday, April 13, 1999, 7:00 p.m., at Steadman's Funeral Home in Socorro. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, 9:00 a.m., at San Miguel Church in Socorro.
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Campbell -- Paul Leslie Campbell, 77, a resident of Bosque Farms, New Mexico passed away on April 7, 1999 at his home. Born in Rochester, Minnesota on May 2, 1921, Paul was preceded in death by his wife, Sylvia, in 1966. He is survived by his daughter, Barbara Campbell and husband, Dan Fleming of Anchorage, Alaska; sons, Daniel Campbell and wife, Kathy of Enterprise, Alabama, John Campbell and wife, Michelle of Albuquerque; brothers, David Campbell and wife, Gwen of Byron, Minnesota and Roger Campbell and wife, Mary Kay of Albuquerque; and grandchildren, Stephanie and Stuart; and step-grandchildren, Lea and Bryan Fleming. Paul served in the United States Navy for six years and was a veteran of World War II. A union printer for 43 years, Paul moved his family from Rochester to Albuquerque in 1957. He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church for many years. A beloved father, brother and friend to all who knew him; Paul will be sorely missed. Memorial service will be held at St. Paul Lutheran, 1100 Indian School Rd. NE, on April 13, 1999 at 2:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation at P.O. Box 26666, Albuquerque, NM 87125 or the charity of their choice.
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Dashen -- Stephen Dashen, 90, a resident of Albuquerque for 19 years, died Sunday, April 11, 1999. He is survived by his daughter, Frances Smith and husband, Robert of Albuquerque; sister, Helen Taylor of Greeley, CO; brothers, Felix Dashen of Bellevue, WA and John Dashen of Fort Myers, FL; granddaughters, Lori Smith of Albuquerque and Debra Richardson of Waldorf, MD; grandson, Shawn Fredrickson of Bellevue, WA; and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen Jean Dashen. Cremation has taken place. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Dyer -- George Dyer, 80, a resident of Albuquerque since 1945, died Saturday, April 10, 1999. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Myrtle Dyer of the family home; son, Robert D. Dyer of Sandia Park; daughter, Wilma Kay Dyer of Albuquerque; grandsons, Zachary Robert Dyer of Sandia Park, and Andrew Alan Dyer of Albuquerque; brothers, Lawrence Dyer and wife, Audrey of Albuquerque and Albert Dyer and wife, Kathleen of Carthage, MO; sister, Helen Griggs of Carthage, MO; many loving nieces and nephews; and sister-in-law, Sally Dyer and Georgia May Anderson, both of Albuquerque. Mr. Dyer, a veteran of WWII having served in the U.S. Army, moved to Albuquerque in 1945. Mr. Dyer worked in automotive parts and retail sales until opening Dyer Paint Company in 1962. He was a member of the Lobo Club, the Masonic Blue Lodge and Sertoma Club. Services will be held Wednesday, 10:30 a.m. at French Mortuary, University Blvd Chapel, 1111 University Blvd NE with Rev. Lynne Taylor officiating. Interment will follow at 1:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Lawrence Dyer, Albert Dyer, Robert Dyer, Zachary Dyer, Earl Crist and George McCarty. Honorary Pallbearers will be Andrew Dyer and William Oscar Jordan. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Tuesday, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association of New Mexico, 525 San Pedro, NE #101, 87108. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Eagan -- Sean Patrick Eagan, 18, of Austin, passed away on Sunday, April 11, 1999. Sean was born in Albuquerque on May 9, 1980 to Stella Rivera Eagan and Thomas Eagan. Sean is survived by his father, Thomas Eagan of Austin; three siblings, Michael Eagan, Michelle Eagan and Patrick Eagan; his paternal grandmother, Dorothy Eagan, all of Austin; grandmother, Theresa Treveno of San Antonio and Godfather, Fernando Gutierrez of San Antonio. He was preceded in death by his mother, Stella Rivera Eagan. Sean was a good friend to all and a great brother. A Rosary will be said on Friday, April 16, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. in the Cook-Walden/Forest Oaks Chapel, with the Mass of Christian Burial to be held on Saturday, April 17, 1999, 10:00 a.m., at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church with Father Dick Hudson officiating. The family requests that donations be made in the charity of your choice in the name of Sean Patrick Eagan. Arrangements by Cook-Walden/Forest Oaks Funeral Home and Memorial Park, 6300 West William Cannon Dr., Austin, TX 78749, (512) 892-1172.
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Edghill -- Fermina Edghill, 80, a resident of Rio Rancho for the past 15 years, passed away on Saturday, April 10, 1999. Fermina was born July 7, 1918 in the Republic of Panama, the daughter of Cornelius R. and Marie Philomene Evans. A member of the Felician Sisters, Lovelace Volunteers, New York Club, Democratic Club, Lions Club, and the St. Thomas Aquinas Choir. She is survived by her husband, Merton L. Edghill of Rio Rancho; one daughter, Marjorie Moore of Queens, NY; one sister, Ines Wetherbone of the Republic of Panama; three brothers, Kin Kerd Evans of the Republic of Panama, Hubert Evans of Costa Rica, and John Evans of New York; three grandchildren, Milton Roberts, Andre Roberts, and Binca Moore; many nieces and nephews; and cousins and many caring friends in the US and abroad. Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 15, 1999, from 3:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. in the chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, with the Mass of Resurrection on Friday, April 16, 1999, 10:30 a.m., at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church with Msgr. Douglas Raun as the Celebrant. Entombment will follow in Vista Verde Memorial Park. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho.
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Estrada -- In Loving Memory of JOAN S. ULIBARRI ESTRADA & JENNA D. ESTRADA 6-24-56 to 9-23-90 4-13-95 to 4-13-95We thought of you with love today, we thought about you yesterday and days before that too. We often speak your names. Now all we have are wonderful memories and your pictures in a frame. Your memory is our keepsake with which we'll never part. God has you in His keeping, we have you in our hearts. Your Loving Family, Mom, Dad, grandpa and grandma Ulibarri, your sisters, aunties, and your cousins who miss laughing and playing with you
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Fresques -- Mr. Fred E. Fresques died Sunday, April 11, 1999 in Albuquerque at the age of 74. He was born in Chacon, NM. Mr. Fresques was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church. He was preceded in death by his father, Maclovio Pacheco Fresques; his mother, Victoria Trujillo Fresques; his brother, Alex Fresques; and sister, Rose Dinelli. Mr. Fresques is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Pino Fresques; his son, Frederick L. Fresques and wife, Linda Gleason Fresques and their sons, Lee and Taylor; his son, Mack-Alec Fresques; and his only daughter, Marvelyn K. Thomas and husband, Ron Thomas and their daughters, Francesca and Natalie. He is also survived by a brother, Mack Fresques and his wife, Cleo Fresques of Los Banos, CA; his sisters, Helen Fresques of Rock Springs, WY, Elsie Sanchez of Albuquerque and Stella Schilla and her husband, Nick of Cleveland, OH; and sister-in-law, Cleo Anaya, Fred E. Fresques worked for the A.T. & S.F. Railroad Company for 44 years. He served as union chairman for eight of those 14 years with the Santa Fe Railroad. At night he worked for Parks and Recreations at the Barelas Community Center for 25 years, where he coached boxing and taught basic gymnastics skills and tumbling. Fred served in World War II with the 25th Infantry Division, the Tropical Lightning. He was a scout and a paratrooper in the war. He was considered missing in action at one time during the war and was awarded the Purple Heart, as well as three Bronze Stars. Funeral services for Mr. Fresques will be held Wednesday at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. Burial will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Fred L. Fresques and son, Lee Ernie Fresques, Alex Fresques, Vernon and Pete Dinelli, Marvin Barnes and Jamie Schonberg. Honorary pallbearers are all the young men and women whose paths he crossed while working at Barelas Community Center. A celebration of Fred's life will be held on Wednesday, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., at the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 3rd St. SW.
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Gevelhoff -- Dr. Hans Joachim Gevelhoff, 70, born in Magdeburg, Germany and a resident of Albuquerque since 1971, died Sunday, April 11, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Florence Gevelhoff of the family home; daughter, Heidi Sparacino and husband, Dan of Albuquerque; sons, Hans Gevelhoff Jr. and wife, Karen, and Karl Gevelhoff and fiancee, Genia, all of Phoenix, AZ; grandchildren, Hanson and Courtney; brother, Rolf Bocker and wife, Gaby and their daughter, Katerina of Germany; and may lifelong friends. Dr. Gevelhoff had a PhD in Aeronautical Engineering, which he received from the Aachen Institute of Technology in Germany. He was recruited by the US Army to work on the development of rocket and space propulsion systems at White Sandia Missile Range. It was there that he met his wife, Florence, who was a technical librarian. Dr. Gevelhoff was one of the last German scientists brought in under Project Paperclip, a project that enticed some of Germany's finest minds to come to America. He later worked at Hollomon AFB before transferring to Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque. He loved his family, fishing, photography and woodworking. Dr. Gevelhoff was an accomplished musician who played the piano, accordian, and harmonica. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held Wednesday, April 14, 1999, 2:30 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Attn: Anne Martin, 5800 Lomas Blvd. NE 87110. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Gowins -- Mary Susan Gowins, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away unexpectedly April 8, 1999. She was born July 23, 1943 in Dallas, TX to Col. and Mrs. Harry Gowins. Susan was an Air Force"Brat" living in Thailand, Japan, and San Bernadino, CA before her father retired in Albuquerque from the Air Force in 1966. She is survived by her sister, Barbara Cobb and husband, Jake of Dallas, TX; nephew, Rick Cobb of Kent, WA; nieces, Jennifer Cobb of Seattle, WA and Randee Farquar of Shady Shores, TX; many cousins in Dallas; her Albuquerque"family", James Crites and wife, Sue; niece, Heather, Jennifer and Megan Crites; nephew, Aaron Crites; Brooke and B.J. Ward and Courtney Crites; and her four loveable cats. Susan loved Albuquerque and the friends she made here. She was a sweet, caring and generous lady who will be missed by many. Susan, we love you. A memorial service will be held at Oasis Family Church, 3800 Lomas NE, Albuquerque, NM, on Wednesday, April 14, 1999 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Linda Kimbrough-Dyer officiating. Arrangements for cremation were made by Sunrise Society of NM, 891-8200.
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Haddock -- Bobby Dean Haddock, 58, passed away on Saturday, April 10, 1999, after a courageous battle against cancer. He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Sallie D. Haddock; son, Paul C. Haddock and his fiancee, Jennifer L. Bullock; daughter, Pamela H. Buckley and her husband, Colin T. Buckley all of Albuquerque; mother-in-law, Peggy P. Dailey of Socorro; brother-in-law, Tom Dailey and his wife, Paula of Scottsdale, AZ; nieces, Amy and Crystal Dailey; and nephew, Michael Dailey of Scottsdale. Bob was reared in Socorro, NM and was an Albuquerque resident for 23 years. He was a 37 year employee of DynCop/Aerotherm Corp., having worked on contracts at White Sands Missile Range, Kirkland AFB, Edwards AFB, and Langley AFB. At the time of his death, Bob was the Manager of Albuquerque Operations for Aerotherm. He was a member of the National Contract Management Association (NCMA), Project Management Institute (PMI), Professional Aerospace Contractors Association (PACA), the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE), and the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA). He was an active and dedicated member of the Holiday Park Church of the Nazarene. Bob was a loving and dedicated husband and father, and was loyal and compassionate to a host of friends and colleagues. He always made time for family and friends. Although his life was all too brief, Bob lived his life to the fullest, making every minute count. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. The family wishes to acknowledge and thank Dr. Lawrence Elias, Leanne McDuffie, RN, Beverly Seymour, RN, Nora Sanchez, RN, Dr. Jim Krieger, and the staff at the UNM Cancer Research and Treatment Center for their caring dedication. The family would also like to thank Lewis Sawatzky, RN of UNM Hospice. Services will be held 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 14, 1999 at the Holiday Park Church of the Nazarene, 11435 Montgomery Blvd NE. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul, NE. Pallbearers will be Joseph Muhlberger, Dave Carlson, Gary Lang, Ray Wick, Bill Hinkle, Walt Brown and Ed Perlmutter. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming, NE, Tuesday from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. in Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the UNM Cancer Research and Treatment Center, 900 Camino del Salud, NE, Albuquerque, NM 87131-5636 or to UNM Hospice, 4001 Indian School, NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming, NE.
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Jarosz -- Albert Jarosz, 86, a resident of Albuquerque for 13 years, died Thursday, April 8, 1999. He is survived by his daughter, M. Theresa Jarosz and husband, Joseph Campbell of Albuquerque. Graveside services wil be held Wednesday, April 14, 1999, 2:00 p.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. French Mortuary - Lomas Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Jones -- Dorothy Jones, 61, of Edgewood, NM, passed away April 9, 1999 in Loveland, Colorado. She was born April 12, 1937 in Albuquerque to Richard L. Jones and Ann Koban Jones. She married Charles Jones on December 25, 1955 in Bosque Farms, NM. She attended high school in Albuquerque, had been a resident of Edgewood since 1972, and owned and operated Charley's Hardware Store in Edgewood with her husband for ten years until June 1991. Mrs. Jones was a devoted wife and mother, and loved her grandchildren greatly. She enjoyed doing crafts, spending time with Charley, her one and only soulmate, and had many friends she loved dearly. She was a member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Edgewood. Mrs. Jones is survived by her husband, Charles Jones of Edgewood; mother, Ann Jones of Edgewood; sons, Lynden Jones and wife, Lynette of Loveland, CO, and Tim Jones and wife, Colleen of Albuquerque; daughter, Kristy Price and husband, Shelton of Gainsville, TX; brothers, Richard L. Russell and wife, Hildagard of Santa Fe, Elmer L. Russell and wife, Nellie of Chesapeake, VA, and Robert L. Russell and wife, Elaine of Albuquerque; and eight grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father; and uncle, Robert Jones. A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to your local ASPCA or children's cancer research.
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Kelly -- Aileen Kelly, 96, died peacefully at her home in Albuquerque, Sunday, April 11, 1999. She is survived by her daughter, Patricia Morrison and husband, Donald of Albuquerque; sons, John Kelly and wife, Katherine of Harwich, MA and Joseph Vincent Kelly Jr. and wife, Suzanne of Azusa, CA; nine grandchildren, Mary Elizabeth Morrison of Albuquerque, John Morrison and wife, Joanna of Henderson, NV, Patricia Ann Morrison of Sonora, CA, Rosemarie Kelly and husband, Gordon Inamine of Westfield, NJ, Irene Kelly Blakely and husband, Steve, Karen Kelly and husband, Michael DiMayo and Pamela Kelly and husband, John Carlson, all of Massachusetts, Suzanne Kelly Wren and husband, Brian of Long Beach, CA and Joseph Vincent Kelly III and wife, Jacqueline Keeler of San Mateo, CA; 11 great-grandchildren, Patrick Rainbowstar, Elizabeth, Nicholas and Andrew Morrison, Gregory Inamine, John and Michael DiMayo, Jacob, Rachel and Joseph Dixon and Alyssa Kelly Wren; and a great-great-grandson, Shean Patrick Rainbowstar. She was preceded in death by her parents, Matilda and Matthew Panttila; husband, Joseph Vincent Kelly; and two brothers, Arne and Lauri Padilla. Aileen was born January 12, 1903 in Waukegan, IL. She had lived with the Morrisons in Albuquerque since 1965. Aileen had been a member of St. Timothy's Lutheran Church, also since 1965. A memorial service will be held at St. Timothy's Lutheran Church-ELCA, 211 Jefferson NE, Wednesday, 11:00 a.m. Interment will take place at Oakwood Cemetery in Waukegan, IL. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Presbyterian Kaseman Hospice Homecare, c/o Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation, P.O. Box 26666, 87125-6666 or to St. Timothy's Lutheran Church, 211 Jefferson NE 87108. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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King -- Willie King, 75, a lifelong resident of New Mexico, died Saturday, April 10, 1999. He is survived by his daughters, Geraldine Sears, Pauline Frahm, and Mary Kirby, all of Albuquerque; son, Robert King and wife, Debi of Brooksville, FL; grandchildren, Michelle Schaedel and husband, Steven of Woodlands, TX, Brian W. Frahm of Albuquerque, Jason King and wife, Lori, and Aaron King, all of Florida; great-grandchildren, Ashley and Justen Schaedel of Woodlands, TX, and Austin and Alec King of Brooksville, FL. Mr. King was a U.S. Army Veteran of World War II and the Korean Conflict."Our beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, left us to be with his beloved wife, Anita Padilla King, who preceded him in death on May 12, 1992." Rosary will be recited Tuesday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Fr. Ted Hunt, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jack Kirby, Randy Richard, Lucas Alvarez, Pat Smith, Pat Linton, Ross Scafidi,"Peanut" Pat West, and Robbie Donivan. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Tuesday, from 6:00 p.m. until Rosary.
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Lucero -- Sariah Lynne Lucero, 17 months old, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Friday, April 9, 1999. She is survived by her parents, Raul and Denae Lucero; brothers, Joshua Jay Lucero and Marc Anthony Lucero, all of the family home; maternal grandparents, Fred and Joyce Anderson of Edgewood; paternal grandmother, Virginia Roybal of Albuquerque; paternal grandfather, Simon Vigil of Clovis; maternal great-grandmother, Luceille Reed of Payette, ID; paternal great-grandparents, Patrick and Elisia Lucero of Edgewood; and many loving family members. Services will be held Wednesday, 10:00 a.m., at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 3rd Ward, 8130 Sage Blvd. SW, with Bishop Clayton Lowe presiding. Interment will follow at Stanley Cemetery, Stanley, NM. Pallbearers will be Jerry Jay Anderson and Vincent Eugene Vigil. Honorary pallbearers will be Fred Anderson, Ryan Anderson, Scott Sellers, Joey DeBuck and Joseph Lucero. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Tuesday, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
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Morelli -- Laurence Morelli, 69, a resident of Sun City, CA and former resident of Albuquerque, died on April 7, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Rose Marie; daughter, Cheryl Morelli of Vista, CA; daughter, Deborah Kish and husband, Tab of Rancho Cucamonga, CA; granddaughter, Christine McGee and husband, Jason of Hemet, CA; granddaughter, Kate Kish; grandson, Elliot Kish; great-grandson, Alex McGee; and great-granddaughter, Mikayla McGee. Laurence grew up in Albuquerque and is remembered by many friends here. He attended AHS, graduating in 1948; served in the U.S. Army from 1952-1954; and attended College of St. Joseph in Albuquerque, graduating in 1957. He worked as a Probation Officer for the city before moving to California in 1965. Services to be held Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. at Evans-Brown Funeral Home in Sun City, CA and interment to follow at the National Cemetery in Riverside, CA.
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Parkinson -- Warren C. Parkinson, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away at Wilford Hall Medical Center, San Antonio, TX on Wednesday, April 7, 1999. He was born in Chicago, IL on July 31, 1924 and is survived by his loving wife, Elfriede, of 36 years. He retired from Kirtland AFB Civil Service in 1985. He was a veteran of WWII and Korea and served a total of 41 years, including the Air Force Reserve. He retired with the rank of Colonel in 1984. He was a member of Faulkner Memorial Lodge #91, AF & AM of Virginia, Zia Daylight Lodge #77, Scottish Rite and Ballut Abyad Temple of Albuquerque. He was also a member of the New Mexico Civil Air Patrol. Funeral services will be held at the Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery with full military honors and at the Protestant Chapel of Air Force Village I, San Antonio, TX.
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Repke -- Leonidas Vincent"Lee" Repke, 71, a resident of Albuquerque for 12 years, died Saturday, April 10, 1999. Cremation has taken place. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Rivers -- Jim Rivers, 59, a resident of Albuquerque since 1979, died Saturday, April 10, 1999. He is survived by his daughter, Hope Emery and husband, Michael of Melbourne, FL; son, Jim Rivers of Albuquerque; grandson, Brian Bullard of Albuquerque; sister, Joan Bruman and husband, Leonard, of North Branch, MI; brother, Richard Rivers and wife, Carol of Tampa, FL; and many loving nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Charlene in 1989. Mr. Rivers retired from the U.S. Forest Service in 1994 after 32 years of service. He then worked for the Open Space Program with the Albuquerque City Government. He was also an active member of San Felipe De Neri Catholic Church. Rosary will be recited Tuesday, 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, University Blvd Chapel, 1111 University Blvd NE. Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. at San Felipe De Neri Catholic Church, 2005 Plaza NW. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Tuesday, 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
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Rodriguez -- Funeral Services for Mrs. Josephine Rodriguez will be held on Tuesday at the St. Edwin Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 3rd St. SW.
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Roybal -- Onofre E."Onie" Roybal, 75, beloved and devoted mother, grandmother and sister, was called home to be with the Lord, Friday, April 9, 1999, while surrounded by her loving family. Onie was preceded in death by her husband, Max Roybal Sr. She is survived by daughter, Maxine Lopez; son, Richard Roybal and wife, Ora; daughter, Betty Pino and husband, Michael; four grandchildren, MariaElena and Daniel Lopez and Leslie and Laurilee Roybal; four step-daughters and step-son, Max Roybal Jr. She is also survived by two step-sisters and sister, Mrs. Pablo Carillo and husband; and in-laws, Tony Padilla and Mrs. Vera Weadock. She was a member of Sacred Heart Church for 50 years. We would like to thank Mr. and Mrs. Cari Sodenberg for all their help and consideration. We also would like to thank the St. Joseph nurses on the 10th floor for their kindness and compassion. Thanks to Carmen and John Dubray for being such loyal friends all these years. Special thanks to all her friends and relatives. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held Tuedsday, April 13, 10:00 a.m., at Sacred Heart Church on Stover SW. Onie was a beautiful person with a heart of gold. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother who will be deeply missed. The pain in our hearts without you will always be. We know you're at peace, with no more pain. Things will never be the same without you. We love you with all our hearts and you will live on in all of us.
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Stevens -- Sandra Stevens, 57, a former resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, March 23, 1999. She is survived by her sons, Mike Stevens and Ed Stevens; daughter, Sally, all of Portland, OR; mother, Frances Coffman; aunt, Melba Quick; and several cousins, all of Albuquerque. Her parents moved to Portland when she was 11 years old. Sandra was a caregiver for the sick and elderly. She was patient and thoughtful. Sandra loved to send gifts and cards to those she loved. She loved animals, flowers, and the ocean. Sandra had come home to Albuquerque. Sandra will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Services will be held Tuesday, 3:00 p.m., at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, with Rev. Lemuel M. Boyles officiating. Entombment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, one hour prior to service. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Valles -- Ms. Christine Jean Elizabeth Valles, 20, mother, daughter and sister, was called home to be with our Lord on Saturday, April 10, 1999. Christine is survived by her mother, Sylvia Montoya; her father, Dan Valles Sr.; he fiance, Anthony Gallegos; her son, Estevan Santana Daniel Valles; her sister, Judy Jean Valles; her brother, Daniel Juan Valles Jr.; her grandparents, Amadeo and Laura Montoya, Ernest and Clemmie Lopez; great-grandmother, Mable Montoya; her sister-in-law, Amalia Martinez; one niece, Savannah Sandoval; nephews, Dominic Valles, Aaron Sandoval, Daniel Juan Valles III; her nina, Teresa Gallegos; uncles, Larry Montoya, Marty Valles and Jerry Bezie; many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Christine 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. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday morning, 11:30 a.m., at San Felipe Church, 2005 Plaza NW, with final viewing at the church after 11:00 a.m. Father Leo Lucero, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Larry Montoya, Michael Valles, Anthony Gallegos, David Gallegos, Thomas Gallegos and Matthew Gallegos. Christine, you will be greatly missed by your family and friends, but we know you are rejoicing with the angels above. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements.
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Vickers -- The family of Phyllis M. Vickers 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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Warnock -- George Forrester Warnock, 67, passed away on April 7, 199 of natural causes. George was born January 16, 1932 in Flagstaff, Arizona to Henderson Bennett Warnock and Helen (Schwartz) Warnock. George grew up in Arizona, loved the outdoors, and played football and other sports for Winslow City High School in Arizona, and the University of Colorado at Boulder. He interrupted his university studies to serve as a Marine in the Korean War. He later completed his university and graduate studies in Geology and Mining Engineering at the University of Arizona. George spent much of his early professional geology career working as a consulting geologist at international locations with the W.R. Grace Company of New York. His desire to start his own company and to return to the western United States led him to settle in New Mexico with his family and pursue his own business in the early 1970s, which evolved into Todilto Exploration and Development Corporation based out of Albuquerque. George's lifetime passions were mineralogy, hunting and related outdoor activities. His dream was to be able to retire to the beautiful mountainside site of his current home in Creede, CO with which he had become familiar during his early geology days. His last years were spent happily at Creede with his wife, Guerrie. George is survived by his wife, Guerrie Brown Robertson Warnock of Creede; and his sister, Myrtise Ballard of Sun City West, AZ. George was the father of four children and two step-children, George Forrester Warnock III of Albuquerque, Pamela Helen Warnock of Paris, France, Lloyd Vance Warnock of Colorado Springs, CO, Robert Wade Warnock of Rio Rancho, Lisa Robertson Butt of Appleton, WI, and Scott Robertson of Baton Rouge, LA; as well as seven grandchildren. At George's request, he was cremated and his ashes will be scattered upon Mammouth Mountain near Creede. In lieu of flowers, the family requests any donations be made to the Creede Underground Mining Museum.
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White -- John B. White, born December 29, 1914 in St. Marys, West Virginia, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, died April 9, 1999, in the loving arms of his family at his home. White served five years and ten days in World War II, stationed in London, England. While there, he served with the US Air Force's 303rd Bomber Group as chief mechanical inspector, and also served as chauffeur for USO entertainers, where he met the top talent of the day. Upon his return from the war, White served as a salesman for an electrical firm, and then as a realtor until his retirement. White is survived by his beloved wife, Harriet Reymore White; three step-children, David Reymore of Roy, UT, Ruth Harris of Tucson, AZ, and Kathryn Reymore of Ruidoso, NM; and eight step-grandchildren, Kevin, Brendan, and Erin Doherty, Meghan Armenta, Shawn and Alison Von Dreele, William Reymore and Ashley Cloud. A memorial service will be given by Pastor Charles Price at Saint John's United Methodist Church, 2626 Arizona NE, Wednesday, April 14, at 2:30 p.m.
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Williams -- My wife of 50 years, Virginia R. Williams, passed away March 16, 1999 from cancerous brain tumors. She was at Bellamah House Shelter Care Center, 11601 Bellamah NE, the last two months of her life. The employees were great, very caring, and tuned into every need of the patient. If you need care of a loved one, I suggest you check out this fine center. The Charles Williams Family
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Wood -- Devon G. Wood, 17, a resident of Paradise Hills, passed away on Friday, April 9, 1999. Devon was born February 23, 1982 in Grenada, West Indies, the son of Phillip and Mary Passee Wood. Devon was a student at Cibola High School. He is survived by his parents, Phillip and Mary; one sister, Hidi Wood; grandparents; and aunts and uncles. A Rosary will be recited for Devon this evening, Tuesday, April 13, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. in the chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd., at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho. The Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated on Wednesday, April 14, 1999, 10:30 a.m., at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church with Msgr. Douglas Raun as the Celebrant. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary. 
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