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Blasi -- In Loving Memory of MARCUS A. BLASI Sept. 18, 1961 - April 24, 1995It's been four years since God called you home. We miss you so much. We were so blessed to have had you in our lives. We enjoyed being part of you and took pleasure in your accomplishments. You were a gift of joy. We remember you with love. Every time we see a rainbow in the sky, we remember your precious smile and how you used to smile with your eyes. We remember God's promise that one day believers will gather around His rainbow-circled throne (Rev 4:1-3). You will always be in our reach because you are always within our hearts. We look forward to that day when we will be gloriously reunited with God and you, our son, in everlasting life. Love, Mom & Dad
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Caskey -- Jan Zachary Caskey, 37, a resident of Albuquerque for 25 years, died Tuesday, April 20, 1999. He is survived by his wife of nine years, Terry L. Caskey of Albuquerque; sons, Lee James Bossard-Caskey and Chase Conner Caskey; parents, Avak and Ruth Akgulian of Albuquerque; aunts, Sylvia Kaloustian and husband, Kirk of Newton, MA and Esther Goureghian of Clinton, MA; mother-in-law, Jo Alvino of Albuquerque; sisters-in-law, Jynn Ehler and husband, Norm of Albuquerque and Giovanna Alvino and Tonino; nephew, Antonio Alvino, all of Columbia, SC; cousins, Carla Portelli and husband, Charles of Somerville, MA, Kirk Kaloustian and Lee Kaloustian, both of Newton, MA, and Alec Portelli of Somerville, MA. Mr. Caskey was preceded in death by his grandparents, Zakar and Mary Goureghian who were a very important part of his life. He was President of the Armenian Cultural Association and a Deacon of the Armenian Church of Albuquerque. Mr. Caskey was a member of the Downtown Action Team. He consistently inspired and helped the Transitional Living Community Program. Mr. Caskey was also involved with the Make a Wish Foundation and various other charities. He coached the Taylor Ranch Timberwolves Soccer Team and YMCA Basketball Cougars. Mr. Caskey was a successful Commercial and Residential Real Estate Broker with RECA Better Homes and Garden with his partner in life and in work, Terry Caskey. Prior to being a Realtor, Mr. Caskey enjoyed a successful career in the auto sales industry. Services will be held Friday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Services will be held Saturday, 10:00 a.m., at St. Mark's on the Mesa, 431 Richmond Pl. NE, with Father Samuel Agoyian officiating. Interment will follow at Sandia Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be Lee James Bossard-Caskey, Chase Conner Caskey, Kirk Kaloustian, Bernard Pages, Scott Fitzgerald, Davez Wakeman, Norm Ehler, Anthony J. Ayala and Brian Saal. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Transitional Living Community or Winr, P.O. Box 1396, 87103. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Chavez -- Soloman P. Chavez, 80, a resident of Albuquerque for 75 years, died Thursday, April 22, 1999. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Lillie Chavez; children, Solomon Chavez III and wife, Eve of Colorado Springs, CO, Charlene Gonzales and husband, Robert of Taos, Gina Chavez, Steve Chavez and wife, Gina, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Monica and husband, Kirk, Greg, Marcos, Joseph, Miguel and Lisa; great-grandchildren, Rheana and Ryne; sisters, Olivia Martin, Rachel Chavez and Priscilla Griego and husband, Bill of California; sisters-in-law, Tillie Pacheco and Gertrude Costales; brother-in-law, Prospero Jaramillo; and many loving nieces and nephews. Solomon retired in 1983 after serving as President of Stryco Sales, Inc. He had previously worked for ICX, NM Health Department and Bond and Wiest. Mr. Chavez was a life member of Masonic Temple Lodge #6 A.F. & A.M.; Scottish Rite Temple; a former member of El Buen Samaritano United Methodist Church; and was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. He was an avid golfer, belonged to the Senior Golf Association for several years, and played golf in the Senior Olympics. Memorial services will be held Monday, 11:00 a.m., Trinity United Methodist Church, 3715 Silver SE, with Rev. Jim Massey officiating. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, 3715 Silver SE, 87108. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Dahlkoetter -- Harry W. Dahlkoetter, 94, a resident of Rio Rancho since 1965 died Wednesday, April 21, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Alberta T. Dahlkoetter of the family home; daughter, LeAnn Puglisi and husband, Alfred of Rio Rancho, NM; granddaughter, Diana Puglisi; brother, Alfred Dahlkoetter of Ogallala, NE; and many nieces and nephews. He liked to bowl, play cards and pool. Services will be held Saturday, 11:00 a.m. at Calvary Lutheran, 10th & Abrazo, Rio Rancho, NM with Rev. Donald Neidigk officiating. Entombment will follow at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum, 924 Menaul NE. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Geoffrion -- Henry E. Geoffrion, 59, a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and son, went to heaven on April 22, 1999 in the year of our Lord. He is survived by his loving wife, Frances P. Geoffrion; granddaughter, Melanie D. Padilla; and great-grandson, Michael Maes, all of the family home. He is also survived by his son, Henry A. Geoffrion III and his wife, Victoria and his grandchildren, Jessica, Henry IV, and Jennifer; his loving daughter, Roxanne Geoffrion-Maestas and her husband, Henry and grandchildren, Christina, Stephen, Amy and Erin; his baby daughter, Michelle Atencio and her husband, Gary and grandchildren, Elisa, Erica, Jacquelyne and Gary Michael. He is also survived by his mother, Cordelia Geoffrion; and sisters, Eileen Maes and her husband, Eloy, Diane Monroe and her husband, Elias, Louise Lucero and her husband, Leroy, Agripina Geoffrion, Julia Montoya and her husband, Carlos, and Joann Ortiz and her husband, Jimmy. Also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles that loved him very much. Henry was preceded in death by his father, Henry Geoffrion, his brothers, Manuel (Mickey) Geoffrion, and Gregory Geoffrion. Henry retired from the Albuquerque Fire Department as a captain in 1982. Henry loved God, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, and our Blessed Mother very much. He lived Cursillo #82 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Albuquerque. He served our Lord as a eucharistic minister to the sick. He volunteered helping cancer patients for therapy, with prayer, and making appointments for them. He was a member of the Los Hermanos Cruzados de Senor Jesucristo, Concilio de San Miguel, helping others find the Lord. He also was involved with the prison ministry. He lent a helping hand to anyone in need, opening his home to many in a time of need, including the Lee Vong & Pao Cha Lo family and their eight children from Laos. Henry loved horse racing, boxing and basketball and will be remembered always as a loving, caring, individual who's example of charity and unselfishness will be remembered by all who knew him. He was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church. Cremation has taken place and a Rosary will be recited this evening at 7:00 p.m. from Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church by the Hermanos Cruzados de Senor Jesucristo with music by Lee Romero and friends from Santa Fe. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Father George Salazar on Saturday morning at 9:00 a.m. from the Immaculate Conception Church. The Albuquerque Fire Department will lead this procession to Mt. Calvary Cemetery for the graveside committal service. Honorary pallbearers will be Steven Shade, Henry Geoffrion IV, Ignacio Perez, Eloy Gonzales, Faris Rains, Paul Herrera, Mel Castello, Larry Lopez, Wilfred Quintana, Trinny Martinez, and Benny Martinez. The family has requested that memorials be sent to the Immaculate Conception Church, 811 Sixth Street, Las Vegas, NM 87701 in his memory. Arrangements are under the direction of Billy G. Rogers at Gonzales Funerals & Cremations, 2315 Hot Springs Blvd., 425-9319.
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Greenwell -- James Russell Greenwell passed away April 21, 1999. He was preceded in death by his father, Sylvan D. Greenwell and mother, Kay Russell Greenwell. Jim was born in Vincennes, IN, October 31, 1933. He graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1950 and subsequently joined the US Navy. After a tour of duty in the Mediterranean he returned to New Mexico to apprentice as a journeyman machinist. He lived and worked in New Mexico the remainder of his life. Jim is survived by his son, David Greenwell; daughter-in-law, Betsy; daughter, Cindy Joseph; son-in-law, Patrick; youngest daughter, Renee Glass; son-in-law, David; his stepchildren, Cherryl Greene, Randy Travis, Brett Travis, Robbie Travis, Kari Lynch and their families; his grandchildren, Jessica, Sarah, Dustin, Lane and P.J.; also the soulmate of his life, Ava Lovell and her daughter, Tasha. The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the doctors and hospital staff at Lovelace for their loving care."Surely goodness and mercy have followed me all the days of my life and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever." Services will be held Saturday, 10:00 a.m. at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE with Pastor Lemuel Boyles officiating.
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Groshong -- Amanda Groshong, 91, a resident of Albuquerque since 1954, died Thursday, April 22, 1999. Funeral services will be held Monday, 11:00 a.m., at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 300 Gold Ave. SE, with Pastor Randy Walquist officiating. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Hour, Immanuel Lutheran Church, 300 Gold Ave. SE, 87102. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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James -- Alice Crooks James. Services are scheduled for 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 24, 1999 at LaGrone Funeral Chapel for Alice Crooks James of Roswell, who passed away April 21, 1999. Rev. Winston Presnall of First Presbyterian Church will conduct the service. Interment will follow at South Park Cemetery. Alice was born November 5, 1910, in McCalla, Alabama, to John Marshall and Ora Moore Crooks. Her parents preceded her in death as well as two brothers, Chelse Crooks, Hugh Crooks; one sister, Elizabeth Mullins; one niece, Johnnie Nielsen; and one nephew, John Crooks. She married Harry James on July 11, 1931 in Taos, NM. He passed away in 1971. They lived in Albuquerque, Oklahoma City and Houston before moving to Roswell in 1943. Survivors include a daughter, Sandra James Matteucci and her husband, Ralph of Phoenix, Arizona; two grandchildren, Anna Maria Matteucci and James Lawrence Matteucci; and one great-grandchild, Chelsi Lee Matteucci, all of Roswell. She is also survived by a niece, Frances Haselton; great-nephew, Chad Nielsen and his wife, Marta; and great-niece, Tommie Nielson. Mrs. James was a homemaker. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church and the Order of Eastern Star #10. Pallbearers will be Ronald H. Mayer, David McGee, Dr. John Henry, Don Burk, King Redd and Gene Lee. Honorary Pallbearers will be Bernard Johnston and Kenneth Barbe. Friends may make memorials to the charity of your choice or the Masonic Heritage Trust, PO Box 1512, Roswell, NM 88202-1512. The family will receive friends at 2904 Anna J. Drive. Arrangements are under the direction of LaGrone Funeral Chapel.
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Keely -- IN LOVING MEMORY OF LAUREN SAENZ KEELY August 22, 1950--April 24, 1994It is impossible to think, my beautiful daughter that it has been five years since the day you went to Heaven. I still find it hard to accept. I miss your beautiful smile and the warm love that you shared with all of us and that can never more be, that is, until we meet again in our true home with our sweet Lord. My heart aches for you and I still wish I could trade places with you! I keep asking"why". Although I will never have an answer, I have to comfort myself and thank the Lord for the time we shared. The memories and our love will always be with you. I miss you my baby, my princess, that I love with all my heart.Until we meet again, I love you forever and miss you more. Your Mom, Jan, your son, Bill, your husband, Dennis, your siblings, Kurt, Babette, Sisi, Mike, Eric, all your nieces and nephews, aunties and uncles.
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Marquez -- IN LOVING MEMORY OF MAE MARQUEZ MAY 29, 1906--APRIL 24, 1969My beautiful, wonderful mother, I miss you still. How many years, and we still get together and remember all the wise things you knew, way ahead of your time and how you managed to raise so many of us with such insight of the future, it's beyond comprehension. You were the best mom ever and wish I were half the mom you were to so many of us.I know that you are in heaven with my daughter, Lauren, Dave, Inez, Danny, Gerald, our daddy, and all the rest of your family. Until we can meet again, I love you and ask that you keep my Lauren under God's wings and love her like she loved you in life and left here to be with you and my sweet Jesus on the same day you left 25 years earlier. No coincidence she would claim. Your daughter that loves you and misses you, Jan, all my siblings and all your grandchildren.
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Metcalf -- Clayton B. Metcalf, passed away peacefully at home on Friday. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He was a resident of Albuquerque for over 40 years. He was preceded in death by his father, Henry Jones Metcalf and his mother, Evea Barker Metcalf. He was born in Clayton, NM. He was a heavy equipment contractor for 43 years and worked on many projects in New Mexico and the adjoining states. Some of his most memorable jobs were in the Duke's baseball field, the Lobo football field, and running a coal mine in Gallup. Clayton is survived by his beloved wife, Peggy Metcalf, of 43 years; his four children, Roxanne Baltz and husband, David, Becky Garcia and husband, Johnny, Jill Thomas and husband, Jon, Kyle Metcalf and wife, Barbara. Clayton enjoyed his 14 grandchildren, Yvonne, 23, Lisa, 15, Nicole, 11, JD, 10, Madeline, 9, Austin, 9, Ariel and Wes, 8, Amanda, 8, Vincent, 7, Joseph, 6, Jett, 5, Monica, 3, Casey, 2. He also had one great-granddaughter, Kaily, 3. The pallbearers will be Wayne Smouse, Max Flores, Tom Trout, Sonny Martinez, Jerry Rogers, and Chuck Morrish. Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Monday, April 26, at Calvary Chapel, 4001 Osuna NE. In lieu of flowers, donations would be greatly appreciated for Peanut Butter and Jelly Therapeutic Preschool, 1101 Lopez Rd. SW 87105. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, are in charge of arrangements.
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Mitchell -- Elbert J. Mitchell (Mitch Mitchell), age 84. Visitation will be held on Monday, April 26, 1999, 10:00 a.m., at Berardinelli Family Funeral Chapel. Mr. Mitchell will then be taken to Santa Fe National Cemetery where a graveside service will be conducted at 12:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be directed to the American Heart Association or a charity of your choice. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa, Santa Fe, 984-8600
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Modrow -- Dorothy Jean Weimer Modrow, 75, a resident of Albuquerque for the last 18 years, passed away peacefully at her home on April 20 surrounded by her loving family. Her husband of 48 years, Harold"Hal"; and four children survive her; Harold"Harry" Edward Modrow III and his wife, Patricia of Maryland, James Modrow of Illinois, Mary Modrow of Albuquerque and Jean Groepler and her husband, James of Alabama. Dot has three wonderful grandchildren, Eric, Jim and Katherine, all of whom she adored. Dot will be often and frequently missed by all that knew her. A memorial service will be held Thursday, April 29, 1999 at 3:00 p.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church, 12120 Copper St. NE with Rev. William G. Scranton III. Interment will be at the Moravian Cemetery in West Salem, IL at a later date. In lieu of flowers for those who wish, donations may be made to Brother St. James Court, St. James Place, Springfield, IL 62702 or the Shrine Transportation fund @ Ballut Abyad Temple.
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Montano -- The family of Mr. Secundino L. Montano wishes to thank all their relatives and friends who were in attendance of the Rosary and Funeral Services for Mr. Montano. They would also like to express their gratitude for all the love, care and compassion that has been shown to them. Arrangements by the Salazar and Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Murphey -- Stephane Margaret Murphey, 37, born in Albuquerque and returning in 1995, died Tuesday, April 20, 1999. She is survived by her parents, Robert M. Murphey and Carol E. Murphey of Davis, CA; sister, Arry Frank; nephew, Alexander Frank; and aunt, Kathleen Manygoats. A memorial service will be held Sunday, April 25, 1999 at 2:00 p.m. in the University of New Mexico Alumni Chapel. Graveside service will be conducted at the Blackjack Presbyterian Church in Rural Panola County, Mississippi. Her request for burial was to be joined with her ancestors there as the 6th generation of Murpheys. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her name at Norwest Bank for the Victims of Violence.
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Olguin -- Mass of Christian Burial for Mr. Juan C.T. Olguin will be celebrated Saturday morning, 8:00 a.m., at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, 9502 4th NW. Interment will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements.
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Solomon -- Alvin H. Solomon, born August 31, 1929 in Chicago, IL, beloved father and friend, died April 20, after a frustrating battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Pauline Solomon; his sister, June; wife, Lewise; and dear friend, Marva Vollmar. He is survived by his daughter, Sabrina and son-in-law, Mark; his goddaughters, Pari Taichert and Dara Shaw; dear friend, Alan Rosner; adopted sister, Eve Davies; and numerous relatives. Al graduated with a degree in electrical engineering from Purdue University. His ultimate expertise was in nuclear weapons systems, and he was greatly respected in his field. He retired as Chief of the Engineering Analysis Branch of the San Antonio Air Logistics Command (KAFB) in October 1995. Al blended his technical know-how with his creative side when he served as the Lighting Director of the Albuquerque Little Theater for ten years. Al was a keen analyst of human nature, and his skill in understanding people made him a superb manager and magnificent friend. He had a deep respect for irreverence, an admiration for"rogueishness", and an appreciation for good stories and bad jokes. Al had a strong spirit of adventure and equally enjoyed exploring ideas and places. Although he was an engineer, one of the jobs he was proudest of was his own New Mexico sightseeing business in the early 1960's. He said that when he arrived in New Mexico for the first time after working in Seattle in 1960, he felt like he was returning home. His love affair with this state continued all his life. Al knew about everything. If you asked him a question, he had an answer and it was always right. Al was the definition of a father: he always made sure everything was taken care of-for everyone he loved and even people who worked for him casually. His hobbies were many, but one of his greatest pleasures was fiddling around with construction projects and home repairs. He was constantly seeking solutions to vexing problems in his and other people's homes. He was actively involved in the Friends of the North Golf Course community action group and the New Mexico Jewish Historical Society. Al's fine mind, tremendous capacity for love, and sense of humor will be missed by us all. A Memorial Service celebrating his life will be held on Tuesday, April 27 at 2:00 p.m. at Congregation Albert, 3800 Louisiana NE. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be sent in his memory to the New Mexico Jewish Historical Society, PO Box 23056, Santa Fe, NM 87502. Sunrise Society is serving the family of Mr. Solomon (891-8200).
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Stevens -- The family of Mr. Atilano Stevens wishes to thank all their relatives and friends who were in attendance of the Rosary and Funeral Services for Mr. Stevens. They would also like to express their gratitude for all the love, care and compassion that has been shown to them. Arrangements by the Salazar and Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Tafoya -- Tomas S. Tafoya, age 80, born in Abo Viejo on September 22, 1918, life his family to meet the Lord on April 22, 1999. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Irene Tafoya; four daughters, Dolores Tafoya, Gloria Zamora and husband, Michael, Diana Gonzales and husband, Joseph, and Edwina Tafoya and husband, Mario Giraudo; three sons, Tony Tafoya and wife, Debby, Mark Tafoya and wife, Jean, Joseph Tafoya and wife, Yvonne Aranda; 12 grandchildren, Amanda, Ramona, Lillian, Michelle, Andrew, Christina, Renee, Melinda, Desiree, Jared, Antonio, and Zoey; four great-grandchildren, Vincent Blue, Amadeus and Lucas. Also surviving are three sisters, Beatrice Tafoya, Corina Baca and Sophie Trujillo; and many nieces and nephews. Mr. Tafoya was preceded in death by his parents, Jesus and Patrocina Tafoya; brothers, Antonio, Manuel and wife, Maria, Federico; and sister, Lillie. Tomas lived in Corrales for 14 years, where he and Irene raised their seven children. During this time he farmed his land and was Corrales Mayordomo de la Acequias for 18 years. He served his country during World War II. He was a member of the American Legion Post 69 and the Corrales Chapter of the V.F.W. Tomas was an active participant at the Corrales Senior Center and a devout member of the San Ysidro Catholic Church. A Rosary will be recited at Alameda Chapel Sunday evening, April 25, at 5:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday morning, 10:00 a.m., at San Ysidro Catholic Church with interment to follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Andrew Tafoya, Alan Baca, Fidel Valdez, Ponce DeLeon, Martin Sisneros, Ramon Maestas. Honorary pallbearers will be Dan Sanchez, David Valdez, and Lonny Valdez. Services entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th St. NW, Norbert R. Baldonado Jr., F.S.I. 
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