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Armijo -- In Loving Memory of Our Beloved Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother ANTONIA (TONIA) NUNEZ ARMIJO January 17, 1923 to June 11, 1991WE LOST OUR DAD IN '56 WHEN HE WAS ONLY 35 THAT LEFT YOU MOM WITH FOUR OF US TO RAISE IF WE KNEW THEN WHAT WE KNOW NOW JUST HOW MUCH A MOTHER HAS TO FACE WE MISS YOU MOM AND ALWAYS WILL ONLY WISH YOU COULD BE HERE TO SEE YOUR BEAUTIFUL GRANDCHILDREN AND GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN'S SMILING FACESLOVE YOU ALWAYS!!!BERTHA, MONA, FRANCES AND PETER
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Barsanti -- Mary Alma (Pat) Nixon, 89, a lifelong resident of New Mexico, residing in Albuquerque since early 1920's, died on Wednesday, June 9, 1999. She was the beloved wife of Henry; devoted mother of Ron, and Tom and wife, Debra Barsanti; sister of Mildred Henfling; grandmother of Lisa Campanis; aunt of Janice Henfling, Robert Fleming, and Betty Spear. Mrs. Barsanti was born on July 4, 1909 in Vaughn, NM to Howard and Ida (Piersol) Nixon, three years before New Mexico became a state. Her grandfather, Thomas Nixon, was the first Marshall of Dodge City. She was a descendent of President Zachary Taylor. Pat was a graduate of Albuquerque High School, class of 1928. She married Henry Barsanti in 1935, and had two sons, four grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. Pat was the President of the Italian Women's Club, a Deaconess at First Presbyterian Church in Albuquerque, and more recently a member of Trinity Church. She retired from Bond Paint Company at the age of 87, after working there as a bookkeeper for 26 years. She wrote several poems, and requested the following one be published upon her death. I come to thee, dear Father God Thou knowest where my feet have trod: I gave of my talents, goods and time Forsook all else, dear Lord Divine. I repented my sin as I knelt in prayer Searched they word, found solace there: Accepted the sacrifice of they Son for me, He paid for our sins on calvary. I've served thy church and served at home Nursed the sick and visited those alone: Now I come to Thee, in weariness Seeking for Thee-my soul to bless. Is there more that I should do- To serve as Thou would have me to?- The answer came as from above- "Yes, my child, you forgot to love." June, 1961-by Mary Alma (Pat) Nixon Barsanti Services will be held Saturday, June 12, 1999, 11:00 a.m., at Trinity Church, 12120 Copper Ave. NE, with The Rev. William G. Scranton III, officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Friday, June 11, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Pallbearers will be Cameron Barsanti, Matt Barsanti, Jim Campanis, Jan Henfling, and Johnny Branchal. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Storehouse, 106 Broadway SE, Albuquerque, NM 87102, or to Sandia Hospice Memorial Foundation, 4725 Indian School Rd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Brewer -- June M. Brewer, 82, a resident of Albuquerque for 73 years, went to be with the Lord, Monday, June 7, 1999. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Dainen T. Brewer of Albuquerque; daughters, Nancy Bordenave of Albuquerque, and Linda Allen and husband, Jim of Bosque Farms; six grandchildren, David Allen, Dayna Melvin and Tiffany Bordenave, all of Albuquerque, Yvonne Christner of Sitka, AK, Leslie Pricer of Arlington, TX and Paula Stout of Alatha, KS; five great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and step-sister, Rita Hall of California. Mrs. Brewer was preceded in death by her daughter, Joan Ramsey in 1976. She was longtime member of Monte Vista Christian Church. Services will be held Saturday, 10:30 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Rev. Glenn Ricketts, officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be Jim Allen, David Allen, Bill Ramsey, Gene Searcy, Todd Kinsfather and Jeff Melvin. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the New Mexico Boys and Girls Ranch, 6209 Hendrix NE 87110. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Brooks -- The family of Lorena A. Brooks wishes to express their gratitude for the kind expressions of sympathy during their time of need. Thank you to all the nurses, nursing assistants, and staff at Sunrise Mission Manor for their care and thoughtfulness these last weeks of her life. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Bunt -- Mrs. Bennie Jane Bunt, a resident of New Mexico for over 60 years, passed away Tuesday morning, June 8, 1999, peacefully in her sleep. She was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Clarence Bunt in 1990. Bennie was the last surviving child in her family. She was born in Camp County, Texas, October 19, 1912. She is survived by her son, Ron Bunt and his wife, Kathy of Cuba, NM and a warm circle of loving family and friends. Bennie was a quiet, gentle woman whose loving heart touched many lives. She will be greatly missed by those she left behind. Services will be held Friday, 2:00 p.m., at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, with Pastor Eugene Ray officiating. Entombment will follow at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Honorary pallbearers will be Herby Coontz, Glenn Coontz, Gene Kelley, Roger Tate, Ken Bunt and Charles Russell. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Dotson -- In Loving Memory of Sherry Louise Dotson, who passed on unexpectedly Saturday, June 5th. Her family of friends in Albuquerque loved her dearly and she will be deeply missed by all she touched. She is survived by her parents, James and Aneta Dotson; her sister, Sheila; her brother-in-law, Steve Hensley; and her nephews, Joshua and Jamie, all of Farmington. Sherry enjoyed"making someone's day" delivering flowers for Peoples, Felicity, and Fair Plaza. She recently was employed at Kmart, where she enjoyed seeing others smile. She found true love and happiness with Geno, her friends, and our children. She will always be in our hearts. A memorial celebration of Sherry's life will be held at Morningside Park, 229 Morningside SE, Albuquerque, at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 12th. A potluck will follow and all who enjoyed Sherry are welcome to attend.There's a special kind of Freedom friends enjoy. Freedom to share innermost thoughts, to ask a favor, to show their true feelings. The freedom to simply be themselves. Anonymous
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Dugger -- Lorna Wadsworth Dugger, 67, an Albuquerque resident since 1967, passed away on Tuesday, June 8, 1999. Mrs. Dugger is survived by her husband, Don Dugger of Albuquerque; sons, Don Dugger Jr., Thomas Dugger and James C. Dugger, all of Albuquerque; daughter, Diane Coyne of Littleton, CO; 11 grandchildren; mother, Theresa Wadsworth of Las Vegas, NV; brother, Charles Wadsworth of Alamo, NV; sisters, Lois Higbee and Nedra Shumway, both of Alamo, NV, Sharon McCall and Vera Thomas, both of Las Vegas, NV. She was preceded in death by her father, C. Earl Wadsworth. Mrs. Dugger was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Eldorado Ward. Funeral services will be held at 4:00 p.m., Friday, June 11, 1999 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Eubank Chapel, 4901 Eubank Blvd. NE, with Bishop Steven D. Myers, conducting. Interment will follow at a later date in Alamo, Nevada. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Espinosa -- Mr. Jose Manuel Espinosa, 90, died at his residence, 6985 Arbor Drive, Frederick, MD, on Tuesday morning, June 8. He was the husband of Mrs. Elizabeth Henry Espinosa. Born in Chicago, IL, February 2, 1909, Mr. Espinosa was a son of the late Auerlio and Maria Margarita Garcia Espinosa. Mr. Espinosa received his BA and Masters degree from Stanford, where he served as statistician for their sports programs. He earned his PhD at the University of California at Berkley. Mr. Espinosa served as professor at the St. Louis University, and later at Loyola College, Chicago. He joined the United States State Department in 1944, as Chief Escort Interpreter for the Chiefs of State under President Truman, and later as Executive Secretary to the Board of Foreign Scholarships, under President Eisenhower, then as Deputy Director for Inter-American Programs for the Bureau of Education and Cultural Affairs, with the Fulbright Program, under Presidents, Kennedy and Johnson, later as Historian of the United States State Department under the Nixon, Ford and Carter Administrations. He retired from Federal Service in 1978. Mr. Espinosa was nationally recognized in Folk Lore of the American Southwest, and had authored and edited seven books in its history. He was a member of the American Franciscan Academy of History, the Royal Spanish Academy of History, the American Catholic Historical Association. He was also an avid stamp collector. Mr. Espinosa was a communicant at the Church of the Annunciation, Washington, DC. Surviving in addition to his wife are four sons, J.M. Espinosa Jr., Santa Anna, CA, Raymond F. Espinosa and Thomas H. Espinosa, both of Frederick, and John I, Espinosa and wife, Vicki of Buckeystown. He was preceded in death by a son, Charles P. Espinosa in 1947. Also surviving are his brother, Auerlio M. Espinosa Jr., Stanford, CA; his sister, Marguerita Espinosa of Palo Alto, CA; and five grandchildren, Richard, Rhonda, Ryan, Elizabeth, and Sharon Espinosa; and one great-grandson, Zachary Espinosa. Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 11, at 10:00 a.m., from the Church of the Annunciation, 3810 Mass Ave., Washington, DC, where a Funeral Mass will be celebrated by the Rev. Donald Brice, Pastor of the church. Interment will follow in the Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Rockville, MD. There will be hours of visitation at the funeral home. The Keeney and Basford Funeral Home, 106 East Church Street, are in charge of the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, the family suggest memorials to the Academy of Franciscan American History, in care of the Franciscan Monastery, 1400 Quincy Street NE, Washington, DC 20011.
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Garcia -- Joe E. Garcia, 58, beloved and devoted husband, father, and brother, was called home to be with the Lord Wednesday, June 9, 1999. Mr. Garcia was a parishioner of San Martin de Porres Catholic Church. Mr. Garcia worked at Mary Ann Binford Elementary public school. He is survived by his loving wife, Elizabeth (Liz); a son, Mark Garcia of Albuquerque; a daughter, Sandra Garcia of Rio Rancho; and a brother, Carmen V."Tin" Garcia and wife, Tillie of Albuquerque. Mr. Garcia was preceded in death by his parents, Jose Garcia and Senieda A. Garcia; also three brothers, Antonio Garcia, Esquivel Garcia and Mike Garcia; and two sisters, Dolore Lefebre and Castella Gutierrez. Mr. Garcia will be greatly missed by his loving family. Memorial Mass will be celebrated Saturday, 10:00 a.m., at San Martin de Porres Catholic Church. Funeral services are under the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW.
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Garcia -- Orlando Garcia, 80, died Friday, June 4, 1999. He was born in Los Candelarias on April 21, 1919. Mr. Garcia is survived by a son, Conrad and was preceded in death by his daughter-in-law, Conrad's wife, Helen on February 4, 1999 and by his mother, Maria and father, Conrado in 1991. Mr. Garcia is survived by his sister, Helen Garcia of Las Vegas, NV; brothers, Robert and wife, Eva, and Cecil and wife, Tina; sister, Alice and husband, Frank; a dear first cousin, Edwin Chavez and wife, Mercie, all of Albuquerque; and several nieces and nephews. He attended the University of New Mexico until he left to serve in the United States Army in New Guinea, Luzon. Upon returning in 1946, he served as youngest Justice of the Peace for several years. He was a member of the American Legion Post 13, the VFW George O. Breece Post 401, and the North Valley Senior Center. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Mass will be held on Monday, June 14, 1999, at the Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, where the Mass will be celebrated at 5:30 p.m. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 3rd St. SW.
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Gutierrez -- Funeral Services for Mrs. Remelia Maria Gutierrez will be held on Friday at the St. Anne Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 3rd St. SW.
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Gutierrez -- Ms. Sylvia Ann Gutierrez, 57, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on June 9, 1999. Ms. Gutierrez was the beloved daughter to Jose Manuel (Ginger) and Mary (Dubois) Gutierrez; one sister, Patricia (Patsy) Gutierrez; aunts, Lina Dubois, Minnie Griego and Barbara Gutierrez; an uncle, Diego Gutierrez; Godchildren, Karen Padilla, Eva Jean Clark, Jessica Forbes, Barbara Montano and Albert Kwan; numerous cousins and friends. Ms. Gutierrez was a member of the Catholic Church. A Rosary will be recited Friday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, with viewing after 6:30 p.m., Ignacio Gallegos, reciting. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday morning, 10:00 a.m., at St. Anne Catholic Church with final viewing at the church after 9:30 a.m., Father John Shedlock, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Viola Castillo, Isabel Castillo, Angela Tafoya, Lina Trujillo, Betty Jaramillo and Bea Everage. Honorary will be Veronica Barboa, Paul Robinson, Reis Robinson, Karen Padilla, Jesica Forbes and Eva Jean Clark. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of arrangements.
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Jones -- J.B. Jones, well-known tattoo artist, has been called home. On June 9, 1999, James Bryan Jones died suddenly at St. Joseph's Hospital of a brain hemorrhage. J.B. had been an angel on earth for 29 years, spreading beauty, astounding tattoos and laughter to all those lucky enough to know him. He was the beloved son of Hank (L. Henry) and Jodi Jones; and the outrageous brother of Jennifer (J.J.) Jones and Shelby Garcia (and her husband, Sal). He was the devoted uncle of his best friend, Acton, and Ella and Spencer. He was a very special friend to Danielle Lamphier. He is survived by grandparents, Howard and Joan Boyd and Mrs. Marjorie Shirley of South Carolina. He gave everyone he knew a unique perspective on life, and everyone he ever met became part of his family. Though he is hanging out with Jesus now and watching down on all of us, we will deeply miss his amazing illustrated body, goofy smile and gentle soul. His family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be sent to All Faith's Receiving Home. For more information on the celebration of his life, please call Jodi at 294-4694 or Shelby at 821-5593. We'll catch up with you later, J.B.
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Joseph -- Malonie A. Joseph, age 67, passed away on June 6, 1999. He was born to Walter and Lydia Joseph on January 31, 1932 in Tela, Honduras. He is survived by his wife, Anna; sons, Rhodney, Harry, Bryant and wife, June of Albuquerque, and Howard and wife, Darrolyn of Alamogordo; sisters, Dorothy, Alicia, Olga and Valgene; brothers, Gideon, Wilmuth and Clovis; five grandchildren, Damien, Stacy, Katisha, Alexis and Sydnie; three great-grandchildren; and many, many nieces and nephews. Mr. Joseph had lived in this area for four years, moving from New York. He was a member of Mesa View United Methodist Church in Taylor Ranch. Mr. Joseph loved people, soccer and baseball. He loved visiting with people and was known to be quite the conversationalist. He was a caring father, devoted husband, grandfather, great-grandfather. Mr. Joseph always wanted the best for his family. Cremation has taken place and private services will be held for Mr. Joseph. Arrangements under the care of Rio Rancho Funeral Home, 2400 Southern Blvd., 891-9192.
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Kalas -- The family of Chris E. Kalas would like to express their sincere gratitude for all the kindness and sympathy extended to them during their recent loss. Chris E. Kalas November 12, 1958 June 3, 1999
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Lodin -- Vince Lodin, age 86, a lifelong resident of New Mexico, died Tuesday, June 8, 1999. Funeral services will be held Friday, June 11, 1999 at 10:00 a.m. in the Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary with Larry Pierson officiating. Interment will follow in Fairview Memorial Park, 700 Yale Blvd. SE. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Lucero -- CELENA MARIE LUCERO 12/29/95 - 6/11/98Death is nothing at all. I have only slipped away into the next room. I am I, and you are you. Whatever we were to each other, that we still are. Call me by my old familiar name, speak to me in the easy way which you always used. Laugh as we always laughed at the little jokes we enjoyed together. Life means all that it ever meant. It is the same as it ever was there is unbroken continuity. Why should I be out of mind because I am out of sight? I am waiting for you somewhere very near, just around the corner all is well. We love you and miss you very much!!!!! Mommy, Po, Grandma and Family.
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Mcfall -- Glen F. McFall, 75, a resident of Albuquerque since 1952, died Wednesday, June 9, 1999. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Georgann R. McFall of Albuquerque; sons, George R. McFall and wife, Carol of Albuquerque, Jeffrey G. McFall and wife, Paula Maynes of Santa Fe; daughter, Jane Ann Davenport and husband, John of Bernalillo, NM; four grandchildren, Jenifer Metz and husband, Brett of Portland, OR, Zoe McFall of Albuquerque, Hugh McFall, and Guy Patrick McFall, both of Santa Fe. He was an active member of Hoffmantown Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon. Mr. McFall was a decorated veteran of the US Army Air Corps. He served with the 455th Bomb Group as a Radio Operator/Gunner during WWII. Mr. McFall retired from Sandia Labs after 37 years. The family would like to thank the staff of Kaseman Presbyterian Hospice for their loving care of Glen and their thoughtfulness to his family. Services will be held Monday, June 14, 1999, 10:30 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Pastor Ken Moore and Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. Cremation will follow the service and private ennichement of cremains will take place at Sunset Memorial Park. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Sunday, June 13, 1999, 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the NM Boys and Girls Ranch, 6209 Hendrix NE 87110, or to Presbyterian Kaseman Hospice Inpatient Unit, Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation, P.O. Box 2666, 87125-6666. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Montoya -- The family of Eli D. Montoya 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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Pampalone -- Leo Pampalone, 84, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Wednesday, June 9, 1999, after many months of illness and suffering. Those left to mourn his passing are his beloved wife of 58 years, Mary Pampalone; son, Leonard Pampalone; daughter, Patricia Bearly and husband, Russell, all of Albuquerque; brothers, Mike Pampalone and wife, Ann, Sam Pampalone, Nick Pampalone and wife, Theresa, Anthony Pampalone and wife, Mary Ann, Dominic Pampalone and wife, Judy and Angelo Pampalone and wife, Priscilla; and sisters, Lucy Deluise and Gasparine Pampalone and their families, all of Indiana. Prior to his retirement in 1978, Leo was for many years, the store manager of the Sandia Base (now Kirtland AFB) Commissary, where he was awarded several commendations for excellent performance. He was a WWII veteran. Mr. Pampalone was a member of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church for 47 years since his arrival in Albuquerque from Gary, IN. Leo was a wonderful man devoted to his family. He was deeply loved and will be greatly missed. Rosary will be recited Friday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, 9:30 a.m., at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1818 Coal Pl. SE, with Father bob Chabot, Celebrant. Private interment will take place. Pallbearers will be Russell Bearly, Leonard Pampalone, Herman Griego, Abbie Griego, Mike Pampalone, and Nick Pampalone. The family wishes to thank Dr. Larry Gibel for his care and many acts of kindness in Leo's last months. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Rubi -- The family of Nora B. Rubi 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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Szoke -- Elizabeth Szoke, born to Simon Szoke and Martha Vargas on June 27, 1920 in Detroit, Michigan. Long a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, she is survived by her daughter, Pamela Yates; her granddaughter, Stacey Yates and grandson, Zachary Yates. Her family wishes to express their gratitude for the kindness and support shown by Betty's circle of friends. Betty was an administrator in charge of counseling and training counselors for the Detroit, Michigan Public Schools. Previously she was counselor at Coffey Middle School. She volunteered at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center for the last 15 years. In lieu of flowers a guest donation may be made in her name c/o Pat Reck, IPCC, 2401 12th St NW, Albuq, N.M. 87104. A Memorial Service will be held at IPCC at the same address in the theater on Saturday, June 12, 1999 at 1:00 p.m. A photograph of Betty will be available to order at the service.
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Taylor -- Darlene R. Taylor, 66, passed away June 8, 1999. She is survived by son, Ernie Crawford and wife, Karla and their children, Brandon and Brady; daughter, Linda Annear and husband, Paul and their son, Jonathon, Tim Taylor; brother, Keith Gadway; sister, Jean Lebstock. Memorial services will be held at St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 1500 Chelwood NE, at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, June 11, 1999. Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW, 343-8008. 
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