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Bickett -- Adam David Bickett, 19, passed away Wednesday, June 16, 1999. He was born December 21, 1979. Adam is survived by his mother, Katherine Sanchez Aldaz; stepfather, Gilbert Aldaz; father, David Bickett; grandmother, June Bickett (Baba); grandfather, Max Sanchez; sisters, Vanessa Christine Bickett and Jessica Aldaz; brothers, Jason Aldaz and David Bickett Jr.; cousins, Benjamin Sanchez, Matthew Ortega, Sarah Ortega, Nicolas Gamble, Emily Gamble, Ryan Bickett, James Bickett, Mike Brancato, Elizabeth Roby, Steven Roby, Pamela Roby, Kenny Branum, Aaron Bickett, Spencer Bickett, and Brooke Post; aunts and uncles, Louis and Tillie Sanchez, Judy Sanchez, Regina Sanchez, Maria Sanchez, Lorraine Sanchez and Joseph Gamble, Bridgett and Aaron Ortega, Donna and Glen Post, Brian and Barbara Bickett, Susan Roby, Amy Branum, and Mark and Jeanette Bickett. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Emma Sanchez; grandfather, Robert Bickett; brother, David Anthony Bickett; and cousin, Justin Walden. Adam graduated with Honors from Eldorado High School, Class of 1998. He was a Civil Engineering student at University of Oklahoma, attending on full academic scholarship. Other honors include National Hispanic Scholar, Westpoint Nominee, University of New Mexico Star Scholar, named in"Who's Who Among American High School Students." His activities and hobbies included wrestling, football, running, weight-lifting, and fishing. Rosary will be recited Friday, June 18, 1999, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, June 19, 1999, 9:00 a.m., at St. Bernadette Church, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE, with Rev. William McCarren, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Benjamin Sanchez, Aaron Ortega, Mike Romero, Lee Aldaz, Brian Bickett, Glen Post, and Jamie Anderson. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Friday, June 18, 1999, 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
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Candelaria -- Mr. Agustiniano"Justo" Candelaria, a life long resident of Albuquerque, died Wednesday at the age of 91. Mr. Candelaria was a member of the San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church. He was also a member of the Teamsters and was a truck driver during all of his working life. Mr. Candelaria is survived by his children, Martin J. Candelaria and wife, Jeanette of Albuquerque, Roberto E. Candelaria of Phoenix, AZ, Evelyn C. Sanchez of Albuquerque, Ramon J. Candelaria and wife, Viola of Los Lunas, and Priscilla Armijo of Albuquerque; 14 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren. Funeral Services for Mr. Candelaria will be held on Saturday at the San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Visitation for Mr. Candelaria will be held on Friday from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. in the mortuary chapel. A Rosary will be recited on Friday evening at 7:00 p.m. at the San Felipe de Neri Church. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 3rd St. SW.
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Candelaria -- Nicholas"Nick" Candelaria, 87, a resident of Albuquerque since 1974, died Monday, June 14, 1999. He is survived by his sons, Robert D. Candelaria and wife, Mollie of Tucson, AZ and Albert Candelaria of Lakewood, CA; daughters, Marcella LeFlore and husband, Virgil of Bosque Farms and Estella Garcia and husband, Napoleon of Albuquerque; 15 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; sisters, Charlotta Lovato and husband, Saturnino and Anne Smail, all of Albuquerque; and brother, E.E. Tim Candelaria and wife, Evelyn of Las Vegas, NV. Mr. Candelaria was preceded in death by his wife, Terrie Candelaria. He attended Mountainair High School; graduated from El Rito Normal School; graduated from St. Joseph's College on the Rio Grande; received his Master's degree from Eastern New Mexico University and completed course work towards a Doctorate. During WWII, Mr. Candelaria moved to Tucson to work in the defense industry. Mr. Candelaria was an educator for 40 years, teaching in classes from one room school houses to Universities. He was inducted into the New Mexico Teachers Hall of Fame. Mr. Candelaria briefly worked as the Torrance County Assessor. He was a published author, writing primarily about Spanish tradition, proverbs and culture. Mr. Candelaria was a former member of Our Lady of Sorrows in Manzano, NM and had currently been a member of St. Therese Little Flower Church in Albuquerque. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus. His greatest joy was teaching and was most happy when"his" students achieved a higher education and when they became good upstanding and successful members of their communities. Mass will be celebrated Friday, 10:00 a.m., at St. Therese Little Flower Church, 300 Mildred NW, with Father Lazaro Cuesta S.F. and Father John R. Rebold, Celebrants. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Robert Candelaria, Mark Candelaria, Roland Candelaria, Clinton Garcia, Thaddeus LeFlore, Charles Candelaria, Vincent Candelaria and Christopher Candelaria. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimers Association, 1330 San Pedro NE, Suite 205, 87110. The family would like to thank the staff of Valle Norte Caring Center and Sandia Hospice for their loving care of Nick. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Chavez -- Norma A. (Luchetti), 79, died June 17, 1999. Born in Raton, NM, January 26, 1920 to Michael and Magdelena Luchetti, who originally relocated from Italy to settle in Los Padillas. There the family started their own winery and thriving farm. Norma was married to Mel N. Chavez, who was an employee of the Civil Service Department until his death on September 8, 1994. Norma retired after many years from the County Clerks Office in the 1970's. Norma was a very warm, caring and loving woman. She helped raise many children throughout her life and treated them all equally and as her own. She was always willing to take care of her"children" at any given time. Norma (grandma) always wanted her family around her, even in her last moments of life. Preceded in death by her son, Mel A. Chavez-April 1, 1999; brothers, Devilio, Alex, and Pete Luchetti. Survivors include her daughter, Frances Chavez-Maldonado and husband, Tony; siblings, Marion Bordenave, Olympia Raines, Orlindo Luchetti, and Minerva Vescovi. She also leaved behind four grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at Albuquerque Bible Church, 320 Montano NW on Saturday, June 19, 1999 at 2:00 p.m. Private interment will take place at a later time. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, 505-343-8008.
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Duran -- The family of Beatrice"Bea" Duran would like to Thank all those who helped them through this time of sorrow. We know that Bea is at peace and watching over us. A special THANK YOU to Sandia Hospice for their loving care during the last few months, to all her friends and family who's help and support we could not have done with out. THANK YOU. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho.
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Fosse -- With all our love, we, the family of Morgan Kearny Fosse, send him godspeed beyond this world. Morgan, born September 9, 1978, a student of Phototonics at UNM, was a loving, devoted father and cherished son and brother. He is survived by his daughter, Akira Lynn Fosse Jones; his parents, Gregg and Diana; his sister, Amber; his brothers, Gabriel and Clay. Sunrise memorial service on Saturday, June 19, 5:30 a.m., at New Mexico Veterans Memorial, one block north of Gibson, on Louisiana SE. Thank you, Morgan, for the life you shared with us.
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Gallegos -- Marcelo F. Gallegos, 83, a resident of Albuquerque since 1938, died Tuesday, June 15, 1999. He was preceded in death by his wife, Romey Gallegos; son, Eddie Gallegos; and grandson, Randy Gallegos. Mr. Gallegos is survived by his sons, Richard Gallegos and wife, Kendra of Burwell, NE and Tommy Gallegos and wife, Janet of Farmington; daughters, Patricia Gallegos and Mary Segura and husband, Clyde, all of Albuquerque; daughter-in-law, Mary Gallegos of Albuquerque; his friend, Edward Gurule of Albuquerque; 12 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; three sisters; one brother; several nieces and nephews; and many dear friends. He was a member of the Carpenter's Local Union #1319. Mr. Gallegos was also a member of Holy Family Catholic Church. Mass will be celebrated Friday, 10:00 a.m., at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco Drive SW, with Father Ben Begin O.F.M., Celebrant. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Rodney Gallegos, Amos Gallegos, Tyson Luna, Mario Gallegos, Joe Lopez, Tommy Gallegos, Richard Gallegos and Clyde Segura. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Gallegos -- Nick S. Gallegos, 74, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away quietly at home Wednesday, June 16, 1999. Mr. Gallegos was born in Lemitar, NM to Nepomoseno and Sinforsa Gallegos; he was a parishioner of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church; a World War II Veteran; he earned his Bachelor's Degree in 1950 from the University of New Mexico; Nick retired from the Federal Government Service after 38 years of service; he enjoyed fishing, baseball, retirement, and most of all he loved spending time with his family. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Alice Gallegos in 1982. He is survived by his loving children, Thomas L. Gallegos and wife, Rosemary, Christina Pedroncelli and husband, John, Janice Gallegos and husband, Reed Schmell all of Albuquerque, Margaret Cordova and husband, Robert of Littleton, CO, and Loretta K. Gallegos of Rio Rancho, NM; six precious grandchildren. Also surviving are one brother, Abran Gallegos of San Diego, CA; two sisters, Anunciacion Baerwald and husband, Beno of Albuquerque and Virginia Belden of Sacramento, CA. He will be greatly missed by his loving family. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Tashi, for his kind and gentle care given to their father during his last year at home. Visitations will be this evening from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Garcia Mortuary, on the corner of 8th and Iron, where a Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Saturday at 9:30 a.m. at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1818 Coal Pl., SE. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Casket bearers will be, Scott Hungate, Brian Cordova, Stephen Cordova, John Ulibarri, John Pedroncelli and Reed Schmell. Honorary bearers will be, Patrick M. Gallegos and Robert Cordova. Funeral Services are under the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave., SW 243-5222.
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Gillard -- Harold Steve Gillard, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on June 12, 1999 at the age of 72. He worked for the Santa Fe Railroad and the Mountain Bell Telephone Company. Dad loved fishing, and loved his family very much. He will be greatly missed. Harold is survived by his wife, Ellen Elizabeth Gillard; daughters, Jody Evans and Gina Gillard and Randy; sons, Gary L. Gillard and Loretta, and Steve Gillard and wife, Sharon; sister, Vivian Munden; brother, Gary W. Gillard and wife, Dayle; grandchildren, Jessica, Miles, Piper, and Justin; nephew, Terry Munden and wife, Cindy. He is also survived by other loving nieces, nephews, family and friends. A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 19, 1999, at the family home, 4109 Hendrix NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Noon Day Ministries, 101 Broadway Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87102. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, 505-343-8008.
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Gurule -- In Loving Memory of BESSIE T. GURULE Born October 16, 1946, passed away suddenly Wednesday, June 16, 1999 due to illness. She is survived by brother, Leo Gurule and friend, Priscilla; sister, Jessie Ortiz, husband, Earnest; brother, Al Gurule Jr. and wife, Loretta; nieces and nephews, Renee Gurule-Gallegos and husband, Gilbert, Christopher Ortiz, James Gurule, Herman Ortiz and wife, Dina, Dominic Gurule, Alisha Gurule, Matthew Gurule and Avery Gurule; great-nieces and nephews, Abrianna Gallegos, Zachery Ortiz, Alexis Ortiz, Adrian Ortiz and Damien Ortiz; aunt, Carmen Archibeque and husband, Alex; uncle, Lawrence Martinez; Godchildren, Isabel Baldonado, Herman Ortiz and Avery Gurule and very special companion, her dog, Sheila. Rosary-7:00 p.m. Sunday and Mass-10:00 a.m. Monday, both at St. Therese Church. Honorary pallbearers will be Chris Ortiz, Herman Ortiz, James Gurule, Dominic Gurule, Gilbert Gallegos Jr., Albert Archibeque, Matthew and Avery Gurule, and Zachery Ortiz.
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Holt -- IN MEMORIAM RANDELL JOHN HOLT February 21, 1977 - June 18, 1998Beloved only son and brother, somehow through our tears we find the strength to face each tomorrow without you. You were taken from us without warning in the early morning hours. We live with the emptiness of knowing that your dreams and the promise of what would have been, will never be realized. The memory of your smile will always be with us. We hope you are at peace with Dad, Nana and Grandpa. We love you and miss you. Love, Mom and Kit.
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Lang -- Yolanda Turrieta Lang. The dancer took her final bow on Wednesday, June 16, 1999 after a short ravaging bout with cancer and its treatments. Surviving is Yolanda's husband, Bob and their children and a large number of family, friends, and fans. She loved them all and we all loved her. Her musician friends sent her out with beautiful renditions of the music that was her passion. The family requests memorial contributions may be made in Yolanda's name to the Women's Guild of San Antonito Mission Church, c/o Holy Child Parish, P.O. Box 130, Tijeras, NM 87059 to thereby continue the Guild's good works. Her cremated remains will be place at San Antonito Mission Church where she will always be surrounded by love. Memorial Mass will be held Friday, June 18, 1999, 11:00 a.m., at San Antonito Catholic Mission, with Fr. John Carney, Celebrant. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Leyba -- In Loving Memory of JOSEFITA LEYBA March 13, 1911 - June 18, 1998 1st AnniversaryA year ago we thought the world had ended when the Lord opened up his arms and lifted you up to heaven. As the days go by it gets harder and harder to know that we can't see or touch you. The love you showed us through the years will live with our kids and us forever. We know that you are watching over us from up in heaven waiting for the day that we show up at heaven's door. We miss you dearly. You are in our thoughts every hour of every day, until the day comes that we see you again, we won't ever stop loving you.A Mass will be Sunday, June 20, 12:00 p.m., at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Pena BlancaFrom your loving family,
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Lines -- Farrell LaVar Lines, 61, died peacefully at home with his family June 17, 1999. He was a native New Mexico, raised in Virden, New Mexico, earned his Law degree at George Washington University, and practiced law for 30 years in Albuquerque. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Lucynthia Robbins; children, John Farrell, Jeffrey Robbins, Derek Christian and wife, Kristine, Robin Elizabeth and husband, Brian Gaultney, Scott Allen, and Allison Ruth; foster son, Ray Merrell and wife, Lauree; grandchildren, Taylor and Dylan Gaultney and Noah Lines; parents, John LaVar and Emma Jean Lines; siblings, Jo Donaldson and husband, Jim, Gene Lines and wife, Suzanne, David Lines, and Edna Pacheco; mother-in-law, Harriet Robbins; brother-in-law, Kal Robbins and wife, Dianne and numerous other family and friends who loved and will miss him. Services will be at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 4109 Eubank Blvd. NE, with visitation from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 20, 1999. The Funeral will be at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, June 21, 1999, with burial to follow at Fairview Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to Bone Marrow Transplantation Fund, University Medical Center, 1501 N. Campbell, Tucson, AZ 85724 or The Research Fund, Arizona Cancer Center, 1515 N. Campbell, Tucson, AZ 85724. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, 505-343-8008.
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Pettey -- Dale R. Pettey, 79, a resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, June 14, 1999. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Dorothy J. Pettey; a daughter, Cynthia Pettey; also Barbara Liebeck; grandson, Brian Liebeck; granddaughter, Marlene and husband, Bradley Cullum, Frank and Linda Dressman; grandsons, Frank and Billy Dressman. He was a USMC Veteran of WWII. Mr. Pettey graduated from Pharmacy School. He worked in Los Alamos and retired from New Mexico Board of Pharmacy. He was a member of the Mason's and a Shriner. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Shriners Hospital for Children, c/o Ballut Abyad Temple, P.O. Box 8410, 87198. Private services will be held Monday. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Ramirez -- Mercy Ramirez, 59, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Thursday, June 17, 1999. She is survived by her husband and life partner of 41 years, Juan C. Ramirez; daughter, Ninette Ramirez; son, Chris Ramirez, all of Albuquerque; granddaughters, Jessica Ramirez, Jennifer Chavez and Marissa Chavez, all of Albuquerque and Krista Lemman of Mesa, AZ; grandsons, Joshua Lemman and Johnathon Lemman of Mesa, AZ and Rudy Chavez of Albuquerque; brother, Jesse Lopez and wife, Delia; sisters, Ramona Saavedra and husband, Carlos, Rita Henson, Connie Gonzales and husband, Gilbert, Josie Aragon and husband, Benny and Laura Trujillo and husband, Carlos; and granddog, Amaretto. Mrs. Ramirez was preceded in death by son, Martin Ramirez; sister, Margaret Prado; and brother, Johnny Lopez. She was a member of St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Church. Mrs. Ramirez worked as a teachers assistant at Lyndon B. Johnson Middle School. Rosary will be recited Friday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, 11:00 a.m., at St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Church, 4020 St. Joseph Pl. NW, with Father Frank Prieto, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Raymond Ortega, Andrew Vigil, Anthony Aragon, Rudy Chavez, Carlos Trujillo, Gilbert Gonzales and Felipe Ramirez. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Ruelas -- Filipe A. Ruelas, age 87, born on May 15, 1912, passed away to be with the Lord on June 16, 1999. He was preceded in death by his parents, Simon and Augustina Ruelas; one son, Phillip Ruelas; and one daughter, Tina Cisnero. Filipe is survived by two sons, Leo Ruelas and Simon Ruelas; two daughters, Emily Segura and husband, Horacio, and Rita Montoya and husband, Luis; one sister, Cecilia Mojarro and husband, Daniel; 16 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. He will be greatly missed by his loving family. Visitations will be held this afternoon at the Chapel of Alameda at 4:00 p.m. until the time of Rosary. A Rosary will be recited today at 7:30 p.m., also at the Chapel of Alameda. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Saturday at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. with interment to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Horacio Segura, Luis Montoya, Gene Segura, Bill Ebanks, Mark Montoya, and Johnny Garcia. Services entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th St. NW, Norbert R. Baldonado Jr. F.S.I.
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Townsend -- Charles (Dave) Townsend, 80, a longtime resident of New Mexico and now residing in Rio Communities since 1985, passed away on June 15, 1999. Charles was born in 1918 in Roswell, NM. He worked for the construction industry as an electrician and manager. Charles was honored by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers as a 50 year member on August 9, 1997. Since his retirement he was active in the Airstream Wally Byam Caravan Club International and served as President of the New Mexico Chapter in 1990. He was also a member of the Tierra Del Sol Country Club, where he enjoyed golf and social activities. Charles is survived by his loving wife, Gladys Goodlive-Townsend of 12 years; his son, John and his wife, Martha of Sedona, AZ; his daughter, Mary Jane Guerra of Mt. Shasta, CA; three grandchildren, Shelly Bilyeu, Dave Townsend, and Airanna Guerra. A memorial service will be held on Friday, 1:00 p.m., at the First United Methodist Church of Belen with Rev. Jay Armstrong officiating. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM. 
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