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Almaraz -- In Loving Memory Of Andreya Elycia Almaraz May 11, 1998Remembering the precious Angel that touched our lives for a few brief hours...but touched our hearts forever... I will love you always, Joy Infante
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Baca -- Mrs. Felicita Baca, 98, a resident of Albuquerque passed away peacefully at home in the arms of her loving family on May 10, 1999. Mrs. Baca is the beloved mother of three daughters, Mary Escobedo of Phoenix, AZ and Stella Barela of Phoenix, AZ and Felicita Lucero; 33 grandchildren; 87 great-grandchildren; 91 great-great-grandchildren; two great-great-great-grandchildren; the spouses of the man grand and great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and friends. Mrs. Baca, was a member of the Aposento Alto Church and occasionally of Victory Outreach Church. She was a member of the Community of Barelas since 1935 and enjoyed her friends and activities at the Barelas Community Center. She loved her family dearly, being with her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren and great-great-great-grandchildren. She loved the children and youth in the neighborhood and they knew her as Gran-ma. Mrs. Baca is preceded in death by her husband, Emilio Baca; her sons, Emilio Baca Jr., and Don Baca; a daughter, Alice Sanchez; grandson, David Lucero; a sister, Stella Baca and a granddaughter, Mary Jean Escobedo. A prayer service will be held Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. at Victory Outreach Church, 933 Sunset Rd. S.W. with visitation at the church after 6:30. A funeral service will be held Thursday at 10:00 at Victory Outreach Church with visitation at the church after 9:30. Pastor Ruben Guajardo Sr., Pastor Dan Sanchez and Pastor Danny Sanchez officiating the services. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 12:30. Pallbearers will be, Max Sanchez, George Lucero, Frank Barela, Simon Escobedo Jr., Robert Escobedo and Eddie Baca. Honorary will be Don Baca Jr., and Jimmy Baca. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Banta -- Irma Dell Banta, born July 8, 1915 in Baird, Texas, died Saturday at St. Francis Gardens Nursing Home in Albuquerque. Her daughter, Julia Runyan of Albuquerque and grandchildren, Pamela Young of Santa Fe and Emerson Runyan of Hobbs survive Mrs. Banta. Other survivors include great-grandchildren, Jessica Runyan of Hobbs and Robert Young of Albuquerque. Included as survivors are two brothers, Lahaman Bains of Odessa, TX and Curtis Bains of Hotchkiss, CO; four sisters, Lorena Fields of Littleton, CO, Jewell Beldon, Odessa, TX, Nellie Lewis and Lillie Schraeder, both of Corpus Christi, TX. Following cremation Mrs. Banta's ashes will be taken to Hobbs for internment with her late husband, Emerson. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, May 12, 1999, 11:00 a.m., at the Salvation Army Chapel, 4301 Bryn Mar NE. The family asks that memorial contributions be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Association of New Mexico. Cremation by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW, 343-8008.
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Broell -- Emma K. Broell, 95, a resident of Albuquerque since 1941, died Friday, May 7, 1999. She is survived by her son, Frederick Broell and wife, MaryAnn of Plano, TX; daughters, Marilyn Rossignol of Albuquerque, Barbara Coughlin and husband, Jim of Las Vegas, NV, and Alberta Hamilton of San Jose, CA; ten grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frederick; brother, Charlie Raymond; sister, Bertha Staehlin; great-grandson, David Deuel; and son-in-law, Rosy Rossignol. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held on Thursday, 10:30 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. Interment of cremains will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Vista Care Hospice, 8804C Washington NE, 87113 or the American Heart Association-NM Affiliate, 6301 Forest Hills Drive NE, 87110. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Bustos -- Perhaps you brought or served food. Perhaps you sent a lovely card or sat quietly in a chair. Perhaps you sent a floral piece, if so, we saw it there. Perhaps you spoke the kindest words as any friends could say, perhaps you were not there at all, just thought or prayed for us that day. Whatever the part the Lord had you play to console our hearts, we thank you so much, and may He bless each one of you. The family of Vidal R. Bustos, Jr. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Couturier -- Ellen F. Lew Couturier, 67, a resident of Albuquerque since November 1996, died Saturday, May 8, 1999. She is survived by her husband, James Couturier of Albuquerque; daughter, Stephanie Lew and husband, Roger Allyn of Farmington; son, Stephen Lew of Hayward, CA; brother, Elton Fong and wife, Charli of San Leandro, CA; nieces, Marcella Fong McFadden, Anny Fong, and Kelly Fong; nephew, Michael Fong; and great-nephew, Jack McFadden. Ellen was preceded in death by her former husband, S. Blair Hutchison in 1993. She worked many years with the Federal Civil Service, retiring in 1985. Ellen then started a highly successful catering business in Savannah, GA. Services will be held Tuesday, 10:30 a.m., at French Mortuary - Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Rev. Dave Hartenberger, officiating. Entombment will be Wednesday, 2:00 p.m., at Fairmount Cemetery in Denver, CO. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Lung Association of New Mexico, 216 Truman NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108, or a charity of choice. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Derryberry -- Orva B. Derryberry, 86, an Albuquerque resident since 1946, passed away Tuesday, May 4th. She was involved in numerous community organizations and was a longtime member of First Presbyterian Church, Chapter V of P.E.O., and Daughters of the Nile. Orva was a secretary and retired from the State Highway Dept. For almost 60 years Orva and her husband, Bob, enjoyed many activities and adventures together, from camping and motorcycle trips to square dancing, the theater and sports. And while each of her endeavors was greatly important, nothing was more important to her than her family and friends who had the privilege of being graced with the warmth of her beautiful smile, the strength of her constant optimism, and the love of her kind heart. Orva took great pleasure in the simplest of things and so saw the beauty of life. She was preceded in death by her husband, Julian Robert, and both of her sons, Julian Robert, Jr., and Thomas Ward. Orva is survived by her"baby sister", Myrna Remmler; beloved granddaughter, Jill Honey Derryberry; Jill's mother, Linda Derryberry, and stepfather, Ron Kaufman; and many loving nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you perform an act of kindness in the true spirit of Orva's kind and loving nature.
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Ford -- Joanne Christie Mossey Ford, 57, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, died Saturday, May 8, 1999. Mrs. Ford was a native of Hyannis, Massachusetts. She was a resident of Albuquerque and a former resident of Pensacola, Florida. Survivors include her husband, John K. Ford of Albuquerque, NM; sons, Darryl Ford of Loxley, AL, Eugene Wiederkehr of Havelock, NC; brother, Roger Chicoine of Tres Pinos, CA; sister, Sandra Schwarz of Sea Bright, NJ; granddaughter, Ashleigh Barnes of California. Funeral services will be held at 3:30 p.m., Wednesday, May 12, 1999 at the Bayview Fisher-Pou Chapel. Entombment will follow at the Bayview Memorial Park. Bayview Fisher-Pou Chapel, 3351 Scenic Highway is in charge of arrangements. Friends may call at the funeral home from 2:30 p.m. until 3:30 p.m., Wednesday.
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Garcia -- Mary Tabet Garcia, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away May 10, 1999. She was born on May 9, 1914 in Manzano, NM. She is preceded in death by her husband, Ignacio L. Garcia. She is survived by her daughter, Rita Tafoya and husband, Jess; two sons, Rudy Garcia and wife, Patricia; and Abe Garcia; grandchildren, Michelle, LeAnne, Christopher, Denise, John, and Juan Carlos; great-grandchildren, Samantha, Shelby and Sabrina Davila and Sebastian Garcia; three sisters, Susan Anderson, Lita Tabet and Rachael Lueras; two brothers, John Tabet and Pete Tabet. She is also survived by many nephews and nieces and many loving family members and friends. Services are pending. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Gish -- The family of Lillian J. Gish thanks their many friends and relatives whose sympathy and thoughtfulness will always be gratefully remembered and deeply appreciated. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Gonzales -- Dorothy Gonzales, 54, passed away May 8, 1999. She is survived by her sisters, Rose Miranda and Mary Solano and husband, Nino; brothers, Ernest D. Martinez and wife, Angie, Leo Duran and wife, Beatrice, and Tony Cordova; fourteen nieces and nephews; and 25 great nieces and nephews. Services will be held at Solid Rock Church, 4517 4th St. NW at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 11, 1999, and at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 12, 1999. Burial will follow at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. 343-8008.
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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, with Sean McPherson officiating. Interment will take place Friday, 10:30 a.m., at Cook-Walden Capital Parks Cemetery in Austin, TX. Memorial contributions may be made to Animal Humane Assoc. of NM, Inc., 615 Virginia SE 87108.
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Holmstrom -- Peggy C. Holmstrom, age 75, passed away May 8, 1999 at her home. There will be a reception Tuesday, May 11, 1999 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the family home. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, in charge of arrangements.
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Munoz -- Aurora Leon Munoz, 69, passed away May 6, 1999. She is survived by her husband, Pedro Leon Miranda; six sons, Benjamin Leon Munoz, Jose Ramon Leon Munoz and wife, Martha, Rigoberto Leon Munoz and wife, Martha, Arturo Leon Munoz and wife, Nelly, Ruben Leon Munoz and wife, Norma and Mario Leon Munoz; three daughters, Gloria Leon Munoz Jowers and husband, Eugene, Olivia Leon Munoz Jaquez and husband, Hector and Mary Leon Munoz de Barraza and husband, Jesus; 19 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; three brothers, Jose Munoz Estrada and wife, Evangelina, Francisco Munoz Estrada and Elauterio Munoz; and many other loving family members and friends. Rosary will be recited this evening, 7:00 p.m., at Hillcrest Funeral Home Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday, May 12, 1999, 10:00 a.m. at Ascension Catholic Church. Interment will follow at the Pajarito Cemetery. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 265-5959
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Olguin -- Guillermo Olguin, 66, left us to be with the Lord on May 8, 1999. He fought a valiant and courageous battle during many months of illness. During that time he was cleansed by the Holy Spirit and continues to live in our hearts. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Ramona Olguin; devoted daughter and son-in-law, Debbie and Rudy Sanchez; grandsons, Anthony (who was like a son), Patrick and Michael Sanchez; great-granddaughter, Marisa Sanchez; brothers, Jesus Olguin, and Emiliano Olguin; sisters, Rose and husband, Ralph Garcia, Ernestine and Moses Esquibel, and Esmeralda Urioste; and numerous nephews, nieces, family and friends who loved and will miss him. Services will be held at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church, Lomas at Tennessee NE, with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, May 10, 1999 and Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 11, 1999. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Florencio Olguin, Flory Olguin Jr., Filemon Olguin, Lawrence Olguin, Patrick Sanchez, and Michael Sanchez. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, 343-8008.
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Pacheco -- Angelina"Angie" Martinez Pacheco, age 70, died in Santa Fe on Sunday, May 9, 1999. She was preceded in death by her son, Joseph Pacheco; parents, Marcelino and Magdalena Martinez; sisters, Belen (Nina) Martinez and Perfinia Baca; and brother, Abe Martinez. Mrs. Pacheco was a homemaker and a teacher. She was a member of San Isidro Church in Trujillo, NM. She is survived by her husband, Antonio Pacheco; sons, Patrick Pacheco and wife, Anita of Brighton, CO, Lorenzo Pacheco of Albuquerque, Marshall Pacheco, Charles Pacheco, both of Trujillo, NM, Alan Pacheco and wife, Maria (Nena) of Albuquerque; daughters, Perfinia Sutton and husband, Tom, of Phoenix, AZ, Debbie Cordova and husband, Robert of Trujillo, NM, Edna Austin and husband, William of Havlock, NC, Georgia Gonzales and husband, Manuel of Ordway, CO; brothers, John B. Martinez and wife, Mary of Rocky Ford, CO, Fred Martinez and wife, Emma of Westminster, CO; sisters, Eloisa Marquez and husband, Dolores of Solano, NM, Eva Medina of Rocky Ford, CO, Dorothy Ann Baca of Houston, TX, Esther Self and husband, Marvin of Albuquerque; 20 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, and many other relatives and friends. Visitation will begin on Thursday, May 13th at 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Las Vegas, NM where a rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, May 14th at 10:00 a.m. at St. Francis Cathedral in Santa Fe, NM. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa, Santa Fe, 984-8600.
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Pedroncelli -- Carlos Abran Pedroncelli, age 81, passed away. He is survived by his wife, Ursula Pedroncelli; one son, Charles Pedroncelli of Denver, CO; five daughters, Anna Marie Coleman and husband, Ray of Oklahoma, OK, Brenda Gilbreth of Clyde, TX, Sandra Hoag and husband, Robert of Norfolk, VA, Shirley Coneey of Oklahoma, OK, Ronda Nielson and husband, Chris, of Petalum, CA; one sister, Eva Baca and husband, Willie of Albuquerque, NM; 17 grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren, 11 nephews; and nine nieces. Carlos was born and raised in Albuquerque, and a World War II Veteran, also a member of the D.A.V. in Purple Heart, and retired from the A.T.S. and F. Railroad in Somerville, TX. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. at Strickland Mortuary. Internment will follow at Oak Laron Cemetery in Somerville, TX. Strickland Mortuary in charge of services.
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Richards -- Monroe (Monte) Jay Richards, 46, passed away in his home on Sunday, May 9, 1999. He is survived by his beloved family and friends. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 11, 1999 at Fairview Memorial Park, 700 Yale Blvd. SE. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Starr -- William Peter Starr, a resident of Albuquerque for 29 years died on May 8, 1999. William was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on May 23, 1913, son of Joseph Starr and Josephine Ward. William was predeceased by wife Evelyn E. Starr of 51 years. A World War II veteran of the Navy, he is survived by brother, John Ward Starr of Wisconsin; three nieces, Judith Sahms of South Carolina. Jackie Patten of Virginia, and Joanne Christenson of Wisconsin; and many loving friends. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Presbyterian Kaseman Hospice Unit, P.O. Box 26666. Cremation has taken place; St. John's United Methodist Church, 2626 Arizona NE, will make memorial arrangements, with the Rev. Charles Price officiating. Cremation arrangements were provided by Sunrise Society 891-8200.
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Valencia -- Aurora Valencia, age 87, passed away Saturday, May 8, 1999. She is survived by one son, Robert Valencia and wife, Isabel; and seven daughters, Valentina Duran and husband, Arsenio, Albina Sanchez and husband, Johnny, Gloria Taraddei and husband, Pete, Mary Reategui, Christina Herrera, Emilia Abeyta and husband, Tony, Monica Calamandrei and husband, Roberto; daughter-in-law, Alvida Valencia; three sisters, Lucarita Lovato, Frances Martinez, Louisa Delreal; one brother, Fulancilo Maesta; 35 grandchildren; 52 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. A Rosary will be tonight, 7:00 p.m., at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday, May 12, 1999, 11:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church with interment to follow at San Antonio Catholic Cemetery in Placitas. Services entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th St. NW, Norbert"Ray" Baldonado Jr., F.S.I.
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Velarde -- Jose Benny Velarde (Nuni), age 73, longtime Albuquerque resident, died May 8, 1999. He was born May 30th, 1925 in Gallup, NM. And was preceded in death by his parents, Miguel and Marie Velarde; five brothers, and one sister. Benny was a WWII Navy Veteran and a member of the VFW Post #401. He was a respected member of the Church and his family. He will be greatly missed by all. A loving husband, brother, uncle, father, and grandfather, he is survived by his wife 53 years Gladys; three sisters, Adela Garcia, Sida Tafoya and Theodora Chavez; two brothers, Joe and Mike; four children, Toni Barela, Sylvia Velarde, Daniel Velarde and his wife, Lorraine, and Cristina Velarde; 11 grandchildren, Ruben and his wife, Shirley, Angel Lucas and Mario Barela, Jodie, Nicholas, and Jacob Castillo, Michael and Sophia Velarde, Lisa and husband, Karl Casias, Adriane and Megan Jiron; four great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial Services will be held at St. Francis Church, 820 Broadway SE at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 13, 1999. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. 343-8008.
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Vittitow-Tanner -- Vittitow- The family of Elsie Vittitow-Tanner wishes to thank all of the friends and care givers who loved and cared for Elsie in her time of need. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Watts -- Kenneth Dale Watts, born August 18, 1937 in Deming, NM, died May 8, 1999 in Albuquerque. He is survived by two sons, Jim Watts of Bowie, TX, and John Watts of Albuquerque; one daughter, Edna Montoya of Albuquerque; 13 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; two brothers, Donald Watts of Willard, NM, Nelson Watts of Socorro, NM; and Betty Davis of Tijeras, NM. A Memorial Service will be held at the home of Edna Montoya, 6401 Vochis Rd. NW, Albuquerque, NM, Tuesday, May 11, 1999, at 2:00 p.m. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Williamson -- Mrs. Ruth Williamson, 91, a resident of Albuquerque since 1963, passed away Sunday, May 9, 1999. She is survived by a stepdaughter, Mary Van Valkenburgh-Lucero; grandnephew, Kenneth Cates; cousin, Georgia Franklin; two wonderful friends, Alice Harrison and Barbara Morales. She was preceded in death by her two sisters; parents; and one son, Dick Van Valkenburgh. Mrs. Williamson was born in 1907 in Oklahoma to one of the most respected pioneer families of the state. She was the daughter of Julia A. Lewis and Robert S. Williams. Mrs. Williamson was the granddaughter of the late Judge Lewis, who settled in Oklahoma in 1831 and was a member of the Dawes Commission, later being elected to the Oklahoma Senate. She was married to Richard Van Valkenburgh and Dwight Williamson. She retired from the Bureau of Indian Affairs in 1973. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, 3:00 p.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, with Rev. Charles E. Price officiating. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Wednesday, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 
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