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Abeyta -- Abeyta ( Abeyta Memorial Service for Stephanie Lovato--A Memorial services will be held on Friday, May 14, 1999 at Church of the Risen Savior, 7701 Wyoming NE at 6:15 p.m. for STEPHANIE RENEE GOLDEN-LOVATO, age 21, who died Friday, April 30, 1999 as a result of an auto accident. She was buried in Farmington, NM on May 5, 1999. The Abeyta family is very grateful for the time she was a part of our family and she will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
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Abeyta -- Abeyta ( Abeyta Burial services for Angela E. Martinez--ANGELA ESTRADA MARTINEZ, 81 years old, formerly of Lordsburg, NM, died on May 10, 1999 after a short illness. She was preceded in death by her husband, Cassie Martinez; and her grandson, Adrian Abeyta. She is survived by a sister, Beatrice Fierro; four brothers, Javier, Armando, Juan and Raymond Estrada. She is survived by a son, Stephen Charles Martinez and his wife, Katherine; a daughter, Yvonne Abeyta and her husband, Alex Abeyta Jr.; her grandchildren, Stephen Martinez Jr., Kacey Martinez, Lisa Abeyta Sanchez, Lucinda Crowley, Alex Abeyta III, Stephanie Lovato; and seven great-grandchildren. Services will be held at Church of the Risen Savior, 7701 Wyoming NE, on Thursday, May 13, 1999 at 11:30 a.m. Interment will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park, 4310 Sara Rd. SE, Rio Rancho, NM.
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Andrews -- Charles L. Andrews Jr., 72, a resident of Albuquerque since 1950, died Tuesday, may 11, 1999. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Willene of the family home; sons, Mike Andrews and wife, Stanlie of Albuquerque, and Andy Andrews and wife, Sandi of Mission Viejo, CA; daughter, Connie Collis and husband, David of San Ysidro, NM; nine grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; sister, Ollie Griffith and husband, Jack of Las Cruces; and brother, Ed Andrews and wife, Alene of Las Cruces. Services will be held Thursday, 1:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Chaplain Paul Gleason officiating. Interment will take place at 3:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Charles Andrews, Larry Hicks, Michael Andrews and Robert Andrews. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Wednesday, 4:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
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Apodaca -- Mrs. Toni Annette Apodaca, 38, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on May 8, 1999. Toni was the beloved wife of 17 years to Steve Apodaca. She is also survived by her mother and step-father, Mary Lou Silva and husband, Chelo; father and step-mother, Manuel Baldonado and wife, Lou-Dell; sisters, Aciana Silva and fiance, Steve Trujillo and Adelaida Baldonado; brothers, Daniel Baldonado and wife, Diana, Manuel E. Baldonado Jr. and wife, Virginia, Patrick Baldonado and wife, Irene, Adam J. Baldonado and wife, Lenore of Las Vegas, NV, and Jared Baldonado; grandparents, Arturo and Maggie Ortiz and Antonia Baldonado; aunt, Bernice Sanchez and husband, Fred; uncles, Arthur J. Ortiz and wife, Sylvia, Frank Ortiz and wife, Diane and Leonard Ortiz and wife, Luz; father and mother-in-law, Manuel and Margie Apodaca; brothers-in-law, Manuel Apodaca and wife, Mary Lou and Dennis Garley and wife, Evelyn; many other aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Toni was a member of the Catholic Church. Toni enjoyed riding a Harley Davidson and on many occasions was involved with the local charity runs. She was employed at the Dept. of Labor for the last six months and enjoyed her job. Toni touched many hearts. A Rosary will be recited Thursday evening, 7:00 p.m., at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna NW, with visitation at the church after 6:30 p.m. Augustine Ortiz, reciting. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Friday morning, 9:00 a.m., at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church with final visitation at the church after 8:30 a.m. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Patrick Baldonado, Adam Baldonado, Daniel Baldonado, Manuel Baldonado, Jarrod Baldonado and Manuel Apodaca. Honorary will be Brian Garley, Arthur J. Ortiz, Frank Ortiz and Dennis Garley. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements.
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Baca -- Aurelio"Abie" Baca, 47, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Friday, May 7, 1999. He was born on January 18, 1952 to Lalo and Gabrelita Baca. He is survived by his daughter, Bernadette Baca and fiance, Eloy Torrez; grandfather, Joe Romero; brother, Andy Baca; and sister-in-law, Mary Ann Baca; sister, Angelina Montoya; former wife, Joanne Lucero; niece, Tina Bezdek; nephew, Andy Baca of Seattle, WA; nephew, Sal Baca; niece, Alicia Montoya of Denver, CO; nephew, Robert Montoya of Grand Junction, CO, niece, Valerie Montoya; niece, Vanessa Montoya; nephew, Andrew Baca; niece, Jasmine Baca; special family friends, Max Baca, Chris and Elieja Cooksey, Georgina Cooksey, The Minitrez Family, and Robert Aragon; and numerous other friends and family. A Memorial Mass will be held on Friday, May 14, 1999, 10:30 a.m., at the Immaculate Conception Church, Downtown. Arrangements provided by Garcia Mortuary.
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Baca -- Julio Baca, a resident of Bosque, passed away on May 8, 1999. Julio was a member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. Julio served his country proudly in the United States Army during WWII. He worked as the head mechanic at Baca Auto Sales for 42 years. Julio was preceded in death by his parents, Casimiro and Maria Baca; two brothers, Rudy and Jose; one sister, Christina Gomez; and one brother-in-law, Mike Vallejos. He is survived by his loving wife, Mary of 42 years of the family home in Bosque, NM; his children, Alan and his wife, Rose Mary Baca of Tome, Elaine Aragon and her husband, Art of Bosque, Wayne Baca and his wife, Dora of Belen; grandchildren, Bernadette, Sarah, Joshua, Justine, Erminia Marie, J. Alan and Jared; brothers and sisters, Nestor Baca, Domi Lovato, Alice Castillo and her husband, Benny, Mela Rodriguez and her husband, Mike, Cristella Salas and her husband, Roger, George Baca and his wife, Eva, Carmen Cordova, Virginia Jaramillo and her husband, Andres, Albert Baca, Rosella Serafin and her husband, Rueben, Daniel Baca and his wife, Yvonne, Lorraine Weaver and her husband, Duane, all of Barstow, CA, Rosalena Vallejos of Victorville, CA, Patricio Baca of Pueblitos and Steve Baca and his wife, Nila, Wilfred Baca and his wife, Linda, all of Denver, CO. Julio is also survived by his many loving nieces and nephews, as well as his very special friends, George and Frances Chavez. All are welcome to attend the visitation which will be held on Tuesday, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church followed by a Rosary at 6:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. Interment will follow at the Bosque Catholic Cemetery in Bosque, NM. Pallbearers will be his loving children. Honorary pallbearers will be Steve Baca, Alex Silva, Paul Gomez, and Bonnie Chavez. The family asks for all to remember him fondly in their prayers. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.
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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 was 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 many 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 was 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. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, with visitation after 6:30 p.m. A funeral service will be held Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at Victory Outreach Church, 933 Sunset Rd. S.W., with visitation at the church after 9:30 a.m. 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 p.m. 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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Barreras -- Flora L. Barreras, age 92, passed away at her home in La Bajada on May 9, 1999. She was born to Cipriano and Guadalupe Lucero in Cerrillos, NM on September 16, 1906. She is survived by son, Henry L. Barreras; brothers, Joe A., Abad E., and Arnold Lucero; sister, Aurora Griego; grandchildren, Robert A. and Bruce G. Barreras, Evangeline Tinajero, Carol McMillan, Terri Molina, Richard D. and Arthur D. Barbosa; great-grandchildren, Darrin N. Muenzberg, Julie and Rob Barreras, Christine and Michael McMillan, Bradley and Victoria Barreras, Charles Aragon, Mariesa and Vanessa Barbosa and many beloved nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Enrique (Henry) L. Barreras; her daughter, Consuelo Barbosa; her brothers, Cipriano L. and Osmundo Lucero; and her sister, Lucia Lucero. During the years Mrs. Barreras lived in California, she was an active member of The Sons and Daughters of New Mexico, The Women's Democratic Club, and the Gardena Valley Artists Association. Mrs. Barreras gave art classes in her home and at various community centers for many years. She attended Cerrillos High School and the Frank Wiggins Art School in Los Angeles, CA. She married Enrique (Henry) L. Barreras in November, 1925 in Cerrillos, NM. Mrs. Barreras was instrumental in the restoration of the San Miguel Church in the Village of La Bajada by donating her time, resources and artwork to see that the church was saved from neglect and near ruin. She was a beloved mother, grandmother and sister. Visitation for Mrs. Barreras will be Thursday, May 13 at 6:00 with Rosary being recited at 7:00 PM at the San Miguel Church at La Bajada Village. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, May 14 at 10:00 AM at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Pena Blanca with The Reverend Joe Redinbo, celebrant. Interment will immediately follow at Our Lady of Guadalupe Cemetery in Pena Blanca. Pallbearers are Robert A. and Bruce G. Barreras, Richard D. and Arthur D. Barbosa, Darrin N. Muenzberg and Kenneth J. Pino. For floral assistance please call 891-9192. Memorial contributions may be made to San Miguel Church Fund c/o Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish (PO Box 1270, Pena Blanca, NM 87041). Please contact Rio Rancho Funeral Home for details. Arrangements under the care of Rio Rancho Funeral Home, 2400 Southern Blvd. 891-9192.
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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 1:00 p.m. 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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Cain -- In Memory Of Mr. Green Jeans I miss you and our phone calls very much. Katherine is doing a great job with the yard. Guess what? We have a sprinkler system in the front yard now. Pray for us. See you later. Your friend, Louise
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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, 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; sons, Darryl Ford of Loxley, AL, Eugene Wiederkehr of Havelock, NC; brothers, Roger Chicoine of Tres Pinos, CA, Barry Mossey, Dwayne Mossey, Jerry Mossey, all from Cape Cod, MA; sister, Sandra Schwarz of Sea Bright, NJ, Bonnie Mossey of Cape Cod, MA; and 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 -- Mr. Gilbert D."Wikie" Garcia, 59, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on May 10, 1999. Mr. Garcia is survived by his sons, Frankie Flores and wife, Gloria, and Eugene Flores; four sisters, Theresa Madrid and husband, Alberto, Molly Otero and husband, Caesar, Betty Ann Garcia, and Lillian Araiza and husband, Tim; three brothers, Isaias Garcia and wife, Tomasita, Tranquilino Garcia and wife, Marcella and Paul Garcia and wife, Mary Ann; three grandchildren, Alisha, Frankie Jr., and Jesse; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Garcia was a member of the Catholic church. A Rosary will be recited Thursday 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 Friday, 10:00 a.m., at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW, with final viewing at the church after 9:30 a.m. Interment will follow at Santa Clara Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Joseph Guardiola, Mark Garcia, Edward Madrid, Joshua Garcia, Richard Armijo and Tim Araiza Jr. Honorary will be Mario Chavez, Louie Guardiola, Robert Ruiz and James F. Garcia. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements.
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Giroux -- Oleta Waldon Giroux, 78, passed away Sunday evening, May 9, 1999. She was born in Tuttle, OK to James and Helen Waldon, who preceded her in death. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Clyde; five children, Clyde Jr., Bruce, Sharon Muncy and husband, Roy, Kat and Debbie Chavez and husband, Henry; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Jack and Bob Waldon. Oleta was the head occupational nurse at Hughes Aircraft Company in El Segundo, CA. After 25 years at Hughes, she retired and moved to Albuquerque where she worked at Lovelace Occupational and Sports Medicine for 10 years. At the time of her death, she was President of the Haskell Foundation. Memorial services will be held Friday, 9:30 a.m., at The Cathedral Church of St. John, 4th Street at Silver SW, with Canon Byron McDougall officiating. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Thursday, 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Haskell Foundation, 155 Indian Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66046. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Holmberg -- Frank Gunnar Holmberg, age 88, passed away on Monday, May 10, 1999 in Albuquerque. Frank was born on May 25, 1910 in Anaconda, MT. He attended the Montana School of Mines and the University of Montana before going to work for the Anaconda Mining Company. While in Montana he was very active mentoring young men by leading Boy Scouts and participating in the Young Men's Active Club. He later transferred to the Anaconda operations in Potrerillos, Chile, S.A., where he continued his involvement with youth by organizing and leading the first Boy Scouts Troop in Potrerillos. He met and married his lovely wife, Zoila in 1944 and his first son, John was born in Chile. The family relocated to the U.S., where their second son, Harold was born in Anaconda, MT. They transferred to Grants, NM and their daughter, Judith was born in Albuquerque. While in Grants, Frank joined and participated in many civic organizations. He was a Charter Member, Honorary Life Member, Grand Lodge Member and past Exalted Ruler of the Grants-Milan B.P.O. Elks Lodge No. 2053. He served as Secretary and Potentate of the Grants Shrine Club and was a member of the Malpais Lodge No. 71 AF & AM. He was associated with the Kiwanis Club, the Chamber of Commerce, the Cibola County Arts Council, the Ballut Abyad Temple and the Scottish Rite of Butte, MT. He was an active member of the First Presbyterian Church, the Cibola County Hospital Board and was Treasurer of the Cibola County Hospital Auxiliary for many years. Frank was preceded in death by his wife, Zoila; and his brothers, Ernest and Gilbert. He is survived by his sister, Loretta Bahl of Seattle, WA; his son, John and his wife, Marcia of Albuquerque; his son, Harold and his wife, Barbara of Edmond, OK; his daughter, Judith Fife and her husband, Timothy of Los Alamos; six grandchildren, Michael and wife, Allison of Granby, MA, Lee of Edmond, OK, Jon and Angela of Albuquerque, Evan of Los Alamos; and one great-grandson, Caleb of Granby, MA. Frank's friendships were enduring and lasted through the years. His friends spanned the globe from Europe and South America to the United States, including Hawaii and Alaska. Although Frank lived with his son, John after Zoila passed away his heat was always in Grants. He enjoyed every article in the Cibola County Beacon and cherished the telephone calls, visits, letters or cards he received from his friends. Though incapacitated by the affects of emphysema and macular degeneration, he strived to live his life to the fullest. He will be greatly missed by not only his family, but also by the many people he called friend. Visitation will be held at Grants Mortuary Chapel on Thursday, May 13, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Services will be held at the First Presbyterian Church in Grants on Friday, May 14 at 10:00 a.m. followed by graveside services at Grants Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be John Holmberg, Harold Holmberg, Michael Holmberg, Lee Holmberg, Jon Holmberg and Tim Fife. Honorary pallbearers are Perry Fisher, Kevin Fisher, Pete Halsey, Frank McClure, Ed Bannerman, Gordon McMillan, Ralph McQuery, Jake Abraham, E.M. Mortimer and Louis Carpenter. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cibola County Hospital. Arrangements by Grants Mortuary.
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Kornegay -- Amalia M. Kornegay, 63, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away May 10, 1999. She was preceded in death by her father, Viviano Salazar; and sister, Bennerita Salazar Griffith. She is survived by her husband, Milton Kornegay; daughter, Anna Marie Cooper and husband, Thomas of Albuquerque; sons, Tony Kornegay of Vancouver, WA, Phillip Kornegay and wife, Annie of Edgewood, NM and David Kornegay and wife, Gabi of Germany; 13 grandchildren; her mother, Trinidad Salazar of Albuquerque; three brothers, Jose Salazar, Anthony Salazar and Francisco Salazar, all of Albuquerque; and three sisters, Lucy Petrocelli of Albuquerque, Mary Cartwright of Norfolk, VA and Lala Sisco of Hendersonville, TN. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, May 12, 1999, 6:30 p.m., at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. Visitation will be from 5:30 p.m. at the church. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, May 14, 1999, 9:30 a.m., at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, with Father Roger Bourgeois officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Presbyterian Hospice, 291-2050. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE 265-5959
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Martinez -- Henry"Louie" Martinez, 47, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away Monday, May 10, 1999. He is survived by his daughter, Monette Vezelici and husband, Steve of San Antonio, NM; mother, Emily Marquez and husband, Gabriel of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Gabriel, Estevan and Shania; two sisters, Paula Armijo and husband, Michael and Shelly Marquez; four nephews, Marcus, Dominic, Robert and Adan; two cousins who he loved like sisters, Arlene Baca and Vera Chavez; and many aunts; uncles; and cousins. He was preceded in death by his brother, Gabe Marquez. Louie was a Veteran of Vietnam and served in the United States Marine Corps. He was a member of the Catholic Church. Rosary will be recited Thursday, 7:00 p.m. at San Felipe De Neri, 2005 Plaza NW with Deacon Bob Lewis reciting. Mass will be celebrated Friday, 10:00 a.m. at San Felipe De Neri with Very Rev. Leo Lucero, Vicar General. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Michael Armijo, Steve Vezelici, Chris Chavez, Nick Brito, Paul Maes, and Dean Jaramillo. Honorary pallbearers are Lorenzo Jaramillo, Robert Casaus and Steve Martinez. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Thursday, 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.
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Montoya -- Mr. Joe A. Montoya, 89, entered into eternal rest on May 10, 1999 at Seama Village, Pueblo of Laguna. He was preceded in death by Daisy, his wife of 61 years. Mr. Montoya leaves to mourn and honor his memory his daughters, Josephine Harry and Eunice Garcia of the family home; his sons, Myron Montoya Sr. and companion, Isidora Dyea of Seama and Mesita, NM, Bob Montoya and wife, Donna of Napa, CA. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Cynthia Henio and husband, Leonard of Santa Fe, John A. Garcia of El Cerrito, CA, Myron Montoya Jr. and wife, Rose of Midland, TX, Victor Montoya and wife, Tamara of Farmington, Jennifer Camarena and husband, Manuel of San Antonio, TX, Steve Montoya of Albuquerque, Kevin Montoya and wife, Nicole of San Francisco, CA, Melanie Blackmon and husband, Rod of Napa, CA; his great-grandchildren, Robert Mansfield, Antonio Camarena, Scott Montoya and Diane Montoya; great-great-grandchild, Esian Bernal; his sister-in-law, Evangeline Rivera; and many nieces and nephews at Laguna and Santa Ana Pueblo; and many other relatives and friends. Mr. Montoya was employed by the AT & SF Railroad in Richmond, CA. Upon his retirement in 1974, he was awarded a Certificate of Honor for 31 years of service. He was an avid football fan, especially of the San Francisco 49'ers, one of the 49'er faithful. Mr. Montoya was a member of the Catholic church. A Rosary will be recited Wednesday evening, 7:00 p.m., at the family home in Seama Village, NM. Visitation will be at the family home after 5:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday morning, 11:00 a.m., at St. Anne Catholic Church in Seama, NM with visitation at the church after 10:30 a.m. Father Gary, Celebrant. Interment will follow at the Seama Cemetery. Pallbearers will be John Garcia, Myron Montoya Jr., Victor Montoya, Steven Montoya, Kevin Montoya and Robert Mansfield. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements.
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Montoya -- Sipy Montoya. 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 many friends would say. Perhaps you were not there at all, just thought or prayed for us that day. Whatever the part the Lord had you to play to console our hearts, we thank you so much and may He bless each one of you. The Family of Sipy Montoya.
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Nellos -- Joanna Nicholas Nellos, 87, a resident of Albuquerque for 40 years, died Sunday, May 9, 1999. She is survived by her four sons, George Ernie, Constantine, and Basil; grandchildren, Nicholas George, Robert, Nicholas Basil, Nicholas Constantine, John Constantine, Joanna Constantine, Anastasia Nicol, and Efstratios; and seven great-grandchildren. Mrs. Nellos was born in 1911 in Mitilini, Greece. Her beloved husband, Nicholas George Nellos, born in Pyrgos, Greece, preceded her in death in 1959. Trisagion will be held Wednesday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Father Mario Giannopoulos reciting. Services will be held Thursday, 2:00 p.m., at Saint George Greek Orthodox Church, 308 High Street SE, with Father Mario Giannopoulos officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Saint George Greek Orthodox Church, 308 High St. SE 87102. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Ortiz -- DENNIS LEE ORTIZ January 31, 1963 to May 12, 1990"An Anniversary to Remember"Today is your Anniversary I miss you being here with me One day we'll be together I love you always and forever "Love Mom"
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Pacheco -- Angelina"Angie" Martinez Pacheco, age 70. Visitation will begin on Thursday, May 13th, 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, 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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Streder -- Allen Streder, 85, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away May 10, 1999. He was retired from Navajo Freight Lines and a charter member of IAM Local 1635. He is survived by his wife, Ruby Streder of Albuquerque; his daughter, Linda Helsel; grandson, Fred Helsel and wife, Nancy; two great-grandchildren, Cameron and Branden; sister, Almedia Buaton of Rock Island, IL; and brother, Adam Jackson of Brush Prairie, WA. Mr. Streder was a loving husband, father, and grandfather, and was a special Grandpa to his two great-grandsons. A memorial service will be held Thursday, May 13, 1999, 2:30 p.m., at Hillcrest Funeral Home Chapel. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 265-5959
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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 this morning at 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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Walker -- George A."Jack" Walker, age 86, passed away on May 9, 1999 at the Memorial Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM. Mr. Walker was born in Freestone, Texas on October 16, 1912 to William Davis Walker and the former Willie Ward. A resident of Elephant Butte since 1975, Mr. Walker was a retired Crusher Foreman with Brown Construction Company; had been a very active member of the Bethesda Lodge No. 64 AF&AM; the Kingston Lodge No. 16 AF&AM; the Hatch Val Verde Lodge No. 62 AF&AM; Shriners; former volunteer with the Elephant Butte Lakeshore Volunteer Fire Department and the Baptist Church. He leaves to mourn his passing his sisters, Barbara Hayes of Eunice, NM, Mary Ann McCann of Corsicana, TX, Lyn Wetzel of Kenai, AK; his step-mother, Margaret Walker of Eunice, NM; was preceded in death by his wife, Mamie Lois Walker in 1995; and a brother, James W. Walker in 1982. Graveside services will be held on Thursday, May 13, 1999 at 10:00 a.m. in the Hillsboro Cemetery with Rev. Jim Wood, Mr. Ron Brinkman, and the Bethesda Lodge No. 64 AF&AM, officiating. Memorial donations may be sent to the Bethesda Lodge No. 64 AF&AM c/o P.O. Box 602, Truth or Consequences, New Mexico 87901. Arrangements are by French Mortuary of T or C, Inc., (505) 894-2574.
        Published on: Wed May 12, 1999

Watts -- The family of Kenneth Dale Watts 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. 
        Published on: Wed May 12, 1999