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Allen -- Angeline Flora Allen passed away on November 9, 1998. She is survived by her husband, Winton E. Allen; two daughters, Judith Simmons and Adrianne Herring; and a son, Winton E. Allen Jr. Mrs. Allen had nine grandchildren, Robert Simmons, Roderick Simmons, Kenneth Simmons, Andrew Simmons, Jennifer Simmons, Liane Blake, Lauren MacQuarrie, Kristina Jennings, Jason Allen; and seven great-grandchildren. Survivors also include her sister, Paula Schultz, Margaret Brooks, Sylvia Hernandez; sister-in-law, Josephine Hernandez; and many nieces and nephews. She was the daughter of Jose E. Hernandez and Martina Lucero Hernandez, and was born in Bernalillo on September 27, 1914. She married Winton Allen in 1938, and for many years lived away, returning to New Mexico in 1982. The memorial service for Mrs. Allen will be held 10:00 a.m., Monday, May 10, at St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church in Paradise Hills. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, are in charge of arrangements.
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Arp -- David Hayden Arp Sr., Col. (Ret.) US Army, 87, a native of Ellijay, GA, and an Albuquerque resident since 1963, died Friday, May 7, 1999. Col. Arp retired from the US Army in 1967 after over 30 years service. During his military career he served in both WWII and Korea. During WWII he served as an aid to General George Patton and General Mark Clark. He received the Legion of Merit with two Oak Leaf Clusters, the Bronze Star (Meritorious), French Croix de Guerre, as well as many other awards and citations. At the time of his retirement, he was serving as Deputy Commander of the US Army Element at Sandia Base. Col. Arp was a longtime member of the Albuquerque Retriever Club and was"Top Gun" for many years. He was also a member of Sandia Skeet Club. After his retirement, he was an avid hunter and a breeder and trainer of champion bird dogs. Col. Arp is survived by his daughter, Ginia Coors and husband, Kenneth of Denver, CO; son, David Arp Jr. and wife, Claudia of Knoxville, TN; grandchildren, K.C. Coors, Henry Coors, Elizabeth Brandon DeLaMater, Kellyan Coors, David Jarrett Arp, Joel Hayden Arp, Jonathan Eugene Arp; five great-grandsons and two great-granddaughters; aunt, Myrtle McCandlish of Ellijay, GA; sister-in-law, Josephine Hipp of Albuquerque. He was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Lillian Rose Hipp Arp on November 3, 1993. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, on Saturday, May 8, 1999, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Following the visitation in Albuquerque a graveside service will take place on Monday afternoon, May 10, 1999 in the Ellijay City Cemetery, Ellijay, GA, with Rev. Edmond Miller officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Col. Arp's memory to the charity of your choice. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Blea -- The family of Katie A. Blea 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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Bustos -- Vidal R. Bustos Jr., 52, lovingly known as"Pops","Goofy", and"Holmes" or"Junior", a resident of Albuquerque, died Thursday, May 6, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Jean Bustos of the family home; son, Ramon Bustos and fiancee, Donna Gibbs of Albuquerque; daughter, Nannette Voeks and husband, Rick of Albuquerque; five grandchildren, Ashley, Dominic and Amanda Voeks, Christopher and Ethan Ray Bustos; mother, Lucy G. Bustos of Las Vegas, NM; twin sister, Mary Agnes Rossman of Denver, CO; sisters, Mary Martha Sena and husband, Manuel of Albuquerque, and Jane Gallegos and husband, Leo of Las Vegas, NM; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Vidal will be remembered for his love of family, animals, and for his sense of humor. He was also a journeyman mason with excellent skills. Rosary will be recited Sunday, May 9, 1999, 7:00 p.m., at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Rd. NW. Mass will be celebrated Monday, May 10, 1999, 10:30 a.m., at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Rd. NW, with Father Vidal Martinez, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Richard Voeks, Stephen Sena, Christopher Bustos, Bobby Bustos, Manuel Sena, and Leo Gallegos. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Sunday, 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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C de Baca -- C De The family of Maria C de Baca 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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Calverley -- John H. Calverley, 87, a resident of Albuquerque since 1942, died Wednesday, May 5, 1999. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Hazel Maynard Calverley of Albuquerque; grandsons, Thomas Kirvin and Sean Kirvin, both of Hot Springs, AR; and two great-grandchildren. Mr. Calverley was preceded in death by his daughter, Kyle Kirvin. He served as a Tech. Sgt. during WWII with an anti aircraft division in North Africa, Sardinia, Sicily and Italy. He retired as Vice President of Rainbow Baking Co. of Albuquerque in 1976, completing a 41 year career with the Campbell Taggart Associated Bakeries of Dallas. After retiring, Mr. Calverley spent many contented years with his wife in their homes in Ute Lake, Silver City, Hot Springs, AR, Ruidoso and finally back in Albuquerque. Graveside services will be held Monday, 2:00 p.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, with Father Michael McHugh officiating. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Monday, 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
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Chavez -- In Loving Memory of VIDAL BILLY CHAVEZ Loving Husband, Father, & Grandfather April 9, 1933 - May 8, 1998The wind still blows, the sun still shines, But only the Lord can hear our cries. Our cries of fear, our cries of pain, Our cries of laughter, For the memories you gave. We feel your presence, We can see you in our dreams, And only God knows what pain that brings. We can't bring you back No matter how hard we try, We have no choice, but to say goodbye. But the time we shared Will remain in our hearts, Until the day we are no longer apart. You can't be replaced by someone new, Because there's no one else in this world like you. So until the day we meet again, The pain will stay, our hearts will ache, The tears will fall until the end.We love you and miss you. your wife, sons, daughters, and grandchildren
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Echols -- Bill Echols, 88, a longtime resident of New Mexico, passed away Thursday, May 6, 1999. He is survived by Reba Echols, his wife of 66 years; daughter, Marie Hennigan and husband, Harvey; son, Donald Echols and wife, Becky; son, Wade Echols; daughter-in-law, Dorothy Echols; grandsons, Timothy Patrick, Randy, Todd, Bill and Clay Echols; granddaughters, Patricia Kovachetz, Jodi and Bari Hennigan and Elizabeth Echols; grandson-in-law, Steve Davis; great-grandchildren, Beth Crawford and husband, Grant, Monique and Joseph Williams, Daisy and Savannah Patrick, Danny and Brittney Echols, Matthew Norris and Phillip and Seth Davis; three sisters; three brothers; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by daughter, Maxine; son, Billy; and grandson, Matthew. Graveside services will be held Monday, 2:00 p.m., at Fairview Memorial Park, 700 Yale Blvd. SE, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Fish -- Noah Kirkpatrick Fish Jr., 67, of Del City, OK, passed away due to injuries received in the tornado on May 3, 1999. He was born to Noah K. Fish Sr. and Elizabeth (Coker) Fish on August 23, 1931 in Holdenville, OK. Noah was a member of First Southern Baptist Church and a mason. He graduated from San Francisco State University with a Bachelor Degree. He retired from the U.S. Air Force in 1972 after 21 years of service. He served in Vietnam. He also retired from the Indian Health Service. He is survived by three daughters, Chelsea Fish of the home, Teresa Longhorn of Shawnee, OK, Stacy Van Vliet of Rosehill, CA; one son, Noah K. Fish III of Roseville, CA; eight grandchildren, Gabriel, Stuart, and Lindsey Longhorn, Shawnee, OK, Patrick and Amber Fish, and Rebekah, Megan and Donald Van Vliet of Roseville, CA; two great-grandchildren, Chasity and Gabriel Longhorn of Shawnee, OK; one sister, Exie Fish. He was preceded in death by parents, Noah and Elizabeth Fish; wife, Berniece Fish; and a sister, Shirley Fish. The family will have a visitation at Glorieta Baptist Church, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday. Services will be 10:00 a.m. on Saturday at Glorieta Baptist Church with interment at Sunny Lane Cemetery. Luncheon will be provided immediately following committal service.
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Furby -- Arlene Swanson Furby, 80, a resident of Albuquerque since 1947, died Wednesday, May 5, 1999. She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Robert E. Furby of Albuquerque; daughter, Kathryn Furby Kortkamp and husband, Karl R. Kortkamp of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Katie, Kerry and Kevin; sister, Mrs. Marjorie Odle of Bern, IN; sister-in-law, Mrs. Cordelah Swanson of Linthicum Heights, MD; niece, Judy Altman of Glen Burnie, MD; and nephews, Richard Odle of Plymouth, MN and Scott Odle of Indianapolis, IN. Mrs. Furby was a member of First Presbyterian Church since 1954. She taught Sunday School for a number of years. Mrs. Furby was a member of Presbyterian Health Care Volunteers for 28 years, she volunteered 4775 hours. She was a longtime member of the Los Altos Ladies Golf Association and was an avid bowler. Cremation has taken place and graveside services and interment of cremains will take place Saturday, 11:00 a.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, with Rev. C. Richard Brown, officiating. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Presbyterian Kaseman Hospice Inpatient Unit, P.O. Box 2666, 87125-6666. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Harrell -- Penny Ann Harrell, 47, an Albuquerque resident, died Thursday, May 6, 1999. She is survived by her mother, Ruby Dooley of Austin, TX; son, Ben Harrell and wife, Tracey of Rio Rancho; grandchildren, Brandon and Christina Harrell; sister, Cherie King of Lometa, TX; and nephew and niece, Josh and Chelby King of Austin, TX. She was preceded in death by her father, Fred C. Dooley in 1987. Employed at Intel as a new employee orientation instructor for the last seven years, she was also an avid grandmother and gardener. Services will be held Tuesday, May 11, 1999, 6:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Interment will take place Friday, 10:30 a.m., at Cook-Walden Capital Parks Cemetery in Austin, TX. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Monday, 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Animal Humane Assoc. of NM, Inc., 615 Virginia SE 87108.
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Makal -- Emily Makal, age 73, and a resident of Albuquerque for 48 years, died May 5, 1999 in a local nursing home following an illness. Ms. Makal is survived by a nephew, Andrew; a niece, Kathy; cousins, Rudy and Maxine, Kay, David and Ann, Louis, and Josie; and her dear friends, Dorothy Schweitzer and Irma Hofman. She retired from Sandia National Laboratories in 1993 after 40 years of employment. Services will be held Saturday, May 8, 1999 at 1:00 p.m. in the Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 100 Coal Ave. SE, with Larry Pierson officiating. Interment will follow in Fairview Memorial Park. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Patterson -- Hilda Spivey Patterson died Thursday, May 6, 1999. Born to Hilda and Tony Reed Spivey July 24, 1924 in Olmstead, Arkansas. Survived by husband, Hubert Patterson; sons, Robert Alan and Thomas Reed Patterson of Albuquerque; and daughter, Dana Jean Patterson Roth, son-in-law, John Albert Roth, grandchildren, Kyndra Anne Patterson Roth and Micah Reed Patterson Roth, all of Placitas; one brother, Thomas Reed Spivey of Tillamook, Oregon; one sister-in-law in Florida; many nieces and nephews in Oregon, Washington, Florida and Maryland; and numerous cousins in California, Arkansas and New Jersey. Predeceased by father, Tony R. Spivey, June 1975; sister, Louise Spivey, November 1990; mother, Hilda Spivey, September 1996, at 95 years; and sister-in-law, Betty Hathaway Spivey, April 20, 1999. Hilda and"Pat" moved to Albuquerque in 1948 from Inyokern, California. Hilda became involved in PTA where she served as Safety Chairman for three years. She spear-headed a program which resulted in enactment of two school safety crossing issues in New Mexico. In 1963, she joined the staff of the Heights YMCA and began 32 years of teaching swimming in both the YMCA and Red Cross programs. Always a catalyst, she taught classes in community and home pools where no classes had been previously offered. She worked with 4-H and neighborhood groups, as well as taking part every summer in the Red Cross Learn-To-Swim campaigns in city pools and in Corrales. Certified as Instructor Trainer in Adaptive Aquatics, she conducted the class for 3 1/2 years at UNM. She taught Adaptive Aquatics seminars at Carlsbad School for the Blind in Alamagordo and at Baylor University in Waco, Texas. When Hilda and Pat moved to Livingston, Tennessee in 1977, after retirement from Sandia Labs, they attended a Red Cross Aquatic school where she became certified as a First Aid instructor and Pat as a Small Craft Instructor. They taught Learn-To-Swim and water safety each summer until 1990. During those years Hilda introduced water safety classes into the local high school, Livingston Academy. Hilda was recognized by the National Safety Council and awarded their appreciation Award, one of 25 presented in the US that year. The following year Red Cross acknowledged her contribution to water safety programs with the prestigious Clara Barton Honor Award for Meritorious Volunteer. Pat and Hilda returned to New Mexico in 1991 where they made their home at Mid-Valley Air Park, Los Lunas enjoying their retirement among an extraordinary group of neighbors. She helped organize the Mid-Valley Women's Association and served as its first president. She and Pat were active in the Experimental Aircraft Association's Young Eagles Program, with its goal of introducing one million young people to aviation by 2003 (the 100 year anniversary of the Wright brother's first, sustained, controlled flight by powered aircraft). Hilda was a caring and devoted mother, wife and friend, with the energy and ability to get things done. She touched the hearts of all the knew her and she will be deeply missed by her family and friends. A gathering for family and friends will be at the home 1:00 p.m., Saturday, May 15. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the New Mexico Boys and Girls Ranch, 6209 Hendrix Rd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110.
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Salas -- Richard Salas, 82, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandchildren, was called home to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 6, 1999. He will be missed by his loving wife of 60 years, Lorencita, and their family of seven children, Helen and husband, John, Floyd and his wife, Mary, Gloria and her husband, Bill, Jim, Virginia, Rick, and Julie and her husband, Clif; thirteen grandchildren, John, Paul, Vicki, Vanessa, Michelle, Nicki, Brian, Seth, Philip, Paul, Lorenzo, Cerro and Estrella; and seven great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sisters, Sally and Belle; and sister-in-law, Isabel. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Lazaro and Trini; and sister, Gregoria. Richard was bon in San Juan, NM, to Tranquilino and Cornelia Salas on April 3, 1917. He was a lifelong resident of New Mexico. Richard was a long time member of the Knights of Columbus, and a member of Our Lady of Annunciation Catholic Church in Albuquerque for 40 years. After dedicated over 50 years to his profession of barbering, he enjoyed many happy years in retirement with his wife, friends, and family. Richard will be missed and always will be remembered by everyone who knew him. Rosary will be recited Sunday, May 9, 1999, 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas NE, with Marianites of Our Lady of Annunciation reciting. Mass will be celebrated Monday, May 10, 1999, 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, La Joya, NM with Father Vincent A. Nicosia celebrant. Interment will follow at La Joya Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas NE, Sunday, from 6:00 p.m. to the time of Rosary.
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Seider -- Ina Seider, an Albuquerque resident for 28 years, died Wednesday, May 5, 1999. Mrs. Seider is survived by her son, Carl L. Seider and wife, Lisa; grandson, Brandon Seider; granddaughter, Rhiannon Seider, all of Albuquerque. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at 3:30 p.m., Monday, May 10, 1999, at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas Blvd. NE, Attn: Ann Martin, Albuquerque, NM 87110. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Sostmann -- Henry E. Sostmann, P.E., 78, a resident of Albuquerque for six years, died Wednesday, May 5, 1999. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Theodora G. Sostmann of Albuquerque; and son, Dirk Sostmann and wife, Ann of New York City, NY. Services will be held Saturday, May 8, 1999, 10:30 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Spurgeon -- Lee Spurgeon passed away Tuesday, May 4, 1999 at the age of 86, after a very long illness. He was preceded in death by his wife, Muriel. Mr. Spurgeon is survived by three daughters, Norma Howard and husband, Glen, Judy Reich and Jane Seitz, all of Albuquerque; one son, Melvin Seitz and wife, Ann of Oquawka, IL; five grandchildren, Karen Kuebler, Annette Hartline, Robert Howard, Christine Card and Linda Wegmiller; and six great-grandchildren. Lee was a resident of Albuquerque for 53 years. He owned several businesses here in Albuquerque, Central Roofing Company, Spurgeon Construction and Remodeling, and Custom Made Camper Shells. He spent a lot of his life hunting and fishing. Mr. Spurgeon will be greatly missed by his longtime hunting buddy, Kurt Darner of Melrose, CO and also his longtime friend, Tim Hill. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Saturday, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Private family interment will take place at a later date. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Pickard Convalescent Center, 5900 Forest Hills NE 87109 or to the Salvation Army, 411 Broadway SE 87102. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Streiff -- Nona F. Streiff, 1912-1999, died May 1 following a short illness. Survived by son, Jim Henderson and wife, Gay; grandsons, Chris, Kevin and Kyle; and three great-grandchildren. Memorial service at Encino House East on Saturday, May 8 at 10:30 a.m with Rev. Ken Moore of Hoffmantown Church officiating.
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Suazo -- Jose Victor Suazo Jr., 74, passed away Thursday, May 6, 1999. He was preceded in death by his father, Jose V. Suazo and his mother, Lugarda; his sister, Ernestine Gonzales. Jose is survived by his wife, Agnes Suazo; three sons, Clement Suazo and wife, Diana, Raymond Suazo and wife, Denise, Alvin Suazo and wife, Elizabeth; two daughters, Vickie Chanza and husband, Alberto, Ann Lovato and husband, John; two brothers, Willie Suazo and wife, Elizaida, and Vivian Suazo; one sister, Porfiria Jaramillo. Jose will be greatly missed by his loving family. A Rosary will be recited Sunday evening, 7:00 p.m., at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Cuba. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, May 10, 1999 at 11:00 a.m. also at the church in Cuba. Interment to follow at Santo Nino Cemetery in La Jara. Pallbearers will be Joe Velasquez, Rudy Velasquez, James Johnson Jr., Andy Martinez, Joey Pruitt, Dennis Suazo, Alfonso Suazo, and Willie Suazo Jr. Services entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th St. NW, Gary F. Santillanes, C.F.S.P.
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Thibodeaux -- In Loving Memory of VIRGINIA ABEYTA THIBODEAUX May 8, 1916 - October 9, 1997Happy Birthday, Mom! Happy Mother's Day! We love you and miss you, and we send you a million hugs and kisses today!
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Vittitow-Tanner -- Vittitow- Elsie Vittitow-Tanner, 90, a resident of Albuquerque since 1948, died Thursday, May 6, 1999. She was preceded in death by her husband of 48 1/2 years, Bennet Meredith Vittitow; and was also preceded in death by her husband of 15 years, Erwin Austin Tanner. She is survived by her son, Richard Vittitow and wife, Linda of Albuquerque; daughter, Jo Anne Rolan-Nichols of Rio Rancho; grandchildren, Jim Everitt, Kenny Everitt of Aztec, NM, Patti Tatman, Danny Vittitow, Darren Vittitow and wife, Kim of Blanchard, OK; great-grandchildren, Wayman Everitt, Chris Everitt, Jay Everitt, Dwight Everitt and Dustin Everitt, Nicole Tatman and Robert Tatman, Richard Vittitow and Drake Vittitow; nephew, Charles Frasure; and niece, Carole Crawford. Mrs. Tanner was a volunteer with the American Red Cross for 28 years. She was a Sunday School teacher and an active member of the Woman's Missionary Union at Crestview Baptist Church for 30 years. Mrs. Tanner was also a member of the Birthday Club. For several years, she was a CB'er with the handle,"Granny Good". Mrs. Tanner spent 20 years ballroom dancing, retiring at the age of 87. Services will be held Monday, May 10, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Pastor Ken Moore officiating. Interment will follow at Sandia Memory Gardens. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Sunday, May 9, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. 
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