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Anspach -- Paul Parker Anspach Jr., 78, a resident of Tucson, Arizona, passed away June 21. He was born to Paul Parker Anspach Sr. and Sylvia Anspach, June 17, 1921 in Dayton, Ohio and raised in China and Korea before the Japanese occupation period. After they and other Lutheran missionaries were expelled, he entered the military and served from 1942-1946 as an intelligence officer and translator for the US Navy. Following War II, he attended seminary at Wittenberg College, and was ordained a Lutheran Minister in 1950. In June of the same year, he married Miriam Ann Lauver in Springfield, Ohio. The couple traveled immediately to Japan, where Reverend Anspach served as a missionary in Kyoto, Nishinomiya, and Isahaya for the next 17 years. During their stay in Kyoto, the Anspachs were blessed with four children, Deborah Ann, Jennifer Lynn, Joel Eric, and Jonathan Paul. Reverend Anspach and his family returned to the United States in August of 1967, when he was called to Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Los Alamos, NM. He served as Bethlehem's Pastor until 1982. when he returned to Japan to teach English and history at Baiko Women's College in Shimonoseki. He retired in Tucson in 1989, where he had been an active member of the Dove of Peace Lutheran Church (Tucson church). He is survived by daughters, Deborah Anspach and husband, John Hanson of Billings, MT and Jennifer Gillaspie and husband, Barry Gillaspie of Tucson, AZ; sons, Joel Anspach and wife, Leesa Lederer of Albuquerque and Jonathan Anspach and wife, Denise Anspach of Albuquerque; grandsons, Josh Anspach-Hanson and Eric Anspach-Hanson of Billings, and Ian Anspach Gillaspie of Tucson. Surviving siblings include Carolyn Anspach Sunburn, Phyllis Anspach Thompson, Sarah Anspach Kepple and Thomas E. Anspach. He is also survived by the many families and friends whose lives were both touched and changed through his ministry on two continents. Memorial services will be held at Dove of Peace Lutheran Church on June 24, 1999 at 4:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to American Parkinson Disease Association, 2501 E. Elm St., Tucson, AZ 85716.
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Baca -- Caroline Baca passed away to be with the Lord on June 22, 1999. She was preceded in death by her parents, Francisco and Eloisa Lovato. Caroline is survived by one daughter, Elizabeth Chavez; two brothers, Albert Gurule and wife, Jenie of Albuquerque, Frank Gurule of Minco, OK; five sisters, Sister Rosalie of San Antonio, TX, Tillie De Herrera of Albuquerque, Lola Flores of Gallup, Emma Rodriguez and husband, Eddie of Gallup, Nellie Salas and husband, Toby of Albuquerque, Annie Lovato and husband, Ray of La Jara, NM. She will be greatly missed by her loving family. Visitations will be held today, 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., in the chapel of Alameda. A Rosary will be recited today, 7:00 p.m., at the Santo Nino Catholic Church in La Jara, NM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, also at the Santo Nino Catholic Church, in La Jara, at 11:00 a.m., with interment to follow at Santo Nino Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Arthur Baca, Arthur Montoya, George Flores, Ben Silva, Clifford De Herrera, and Alvin Suazo. Honorary will be Richard Duran, Leonard Valdez, Jerry De Herrera, Edward Rodriguez, and Michael Gurule. Services entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th St. NW, Norbert R. Baldonado Jr. F.S.I.
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Baca -- Deacon Marcus D. Baca, 85, passed away at his home in Albuquerque on June 21, 1999. Mr. Baca was born in the South Valley and second oldest of the Baca family. He influenced the family with his creativity that led to the creation of Bueno Foods. He was a member of the Church of the Risen Savior and was ordained with the first class of Deacons in Denver, CO in 1974. In Denver, he served as a Deacon at St. Anthony's and St. Patrick's Parishes, and also at the Diocesan level in the office of Hispanic Ministries. When Mr. Baca and his wife, Victoria, moved to Green Valley, AZ, he served the people there by helping them establish the Parish of San Martin de Porras in Sahuarito, AZ. Mr. Baca returned to Albuquerque four years ago. Also, he was a member of the Knights of Columbus and St. Vincent de Paul. He retired from the Regional Postal Service in Denver. Mr. Baca is survived by his wife of 63 years, Victoria Baca; children, Imelda Martinez and husband, Vivian of Denver, CO, Leonard Baca and wife, Eleanor of Denver, CO, and Mary Lou Jaramillo and husband, Placido of Dallas, TX; three sisters, six brothers; 14 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 7:00 p.m., this evening, at Church of the Risen Savior, with his brother, Rev. Paul Baca as Celebrant. Interment will take place at 9:00 a.m., Friday, in Mount Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Vincent de Paul at Church of the Risen Savior. Arrangements provided by Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Baca -- Manuel O. Baca, 54, a resident of Albuquerque, and formerly of Belen, passed away on Tuesday, June 22, 1999. He was a member of the Christian Church. Manuel was a very talented and well known New Mexico drummer, playing in California, and at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, TN. He graduated from Belen High School, attended the University of New Mexico Valencia Campus, and graduated from UNM in Albuquerque with a Masters degree in Sociology. He was preceded in death by his parents, Antonio and Librada Baca; one brother, Ralph; and one nephew, Antonio. Manuel is survived by four brothers, Silvester and his wife, Gloria of Albuquerque, Louis J. and his wife, Tillie of Albuquerque, Johnny and his wife, Lupe of Albuquerque, and Ruben and his wife, Carol of Anaheim, CA; four sisters, Mona Flores of Modesto, CA, Toni Bustamante of Albuquerque, Connie Jaynes of Belen, and Lupe Hooker of Modesto, CA; and a very special friend, Richard Gurule of Albuquerque. He is also survived by his many loving nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. There will be a memorial service on Friday, 1:00 p.m., at the Life Giving Ministries, 702 Dallas Ave., in Belen. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen.
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Bryant -- In Loving Memory JAMES C. BRYANT April 6, 1926 - June 24, 1986 Beloved Husband, Daddy and Grandpa The loving smile that you had for each of us is forever in our hearts and continually missed.
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Bryant -- The family of Henry Lynn Bryant wishes to express their gratitude for the kind expressions of sympathy during their time of need. Fitzgerald and son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, in charge of arrangements.
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Cappello -- Deziray Daniella Cappello, infant daughter of Veronica F. Gutierrez and Daniel V. Cappello, of Albuquerque, died Wednesday, June 23, 1999."We have said hello and goodbye to our sweet little angel, Deziray. We held you in our arms for only a moment, but you will live in our hearts and memory forever and ever. You were named Deziray for you were our hearts' desire. Precious little daughter, wait for us in heaven. Your light shone suddenly in our life...like a spark or a shooting star...but it is a light that will never go out; you are a light that will shine for eternity, a light never fading, but shining on in the lives of the people whom you have touched." Deziray is also survived by her paternal grandparents, Regina Cappello of Albuquerque and Danny Cappello and wife, Vicki of Rio Rancho; maternal grandmother, Marcella Gutierrez; maternal grandfather, Edmundo Gutierrez, both of Albuquerque; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Mass will be celebrated Friday, 10:00 a.m., at Mt. Calvary Chapel, 1900 Edith Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jordan Cappello, Phillip Smith, Casey Frazier and Edward Garcia. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Thursday, 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Chavez -- Mr. Christion Leroy (C.L.) Chavez, 57, a lifetime resident of Albuquerque, passed away on June 22, 1999. Mr. Chavez is survived by his beloved wife of 34 years, Geneva; two daughters, Claudia Chavez and Colleen Chavez; two sons, Mark Chavez and wife, Frederica and Michael Chavez and girlfriend, Emily Gillmore; two sisters, Celina Ramirez and husband, John and Della Barboa; five brothers, Leonard Chavez and wife, Gloria, Joe Chavez and wife, Priscilla, James Chavez and wife, Theresa, Ray Chavez and wife, Betty and Eugene Chavez and wife, Elvira; three grandchildren, Raymond, Carlos and Manuel; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Chavez was a member of the Catholic Church. Visitation will be Thursday afternoon in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, from 4:30 p.m. until 5:00 p.m., with a Rosary to be recited at 5:00 p.m. by the Legion of Mary. Final visitation will be Friday at St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Church, 4080 St. Joseph Pl. NW, from 11:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 12:00 noon by Father Frank Prieto. Interment will follow in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Joe Chavez, James Chavez, Ray Chavez, Gene Chavez, David Chavez and Johnny Chavez. Honorary pallbearers will be Leonard Chavez and Aaron Mora. Gabaldon Mortuary in charge of arrangements.
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Clifton -- Cora E. Clifton, 84, a resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, June 21, 1999. She is survived by her husband, Woodrow D. Clifton of Albuquerque; daughter, Marjorie O'Connell of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Sharla Balestri of Albuquerque and Joseph Balestri of Rio Rancho; sister, Carrie Clifton of Clovis, NM; and many other family and friends. She was a talented artist and seamstress. Cora was a devoted, loving wife, mother and grandmother. The family would like to thank Presbyterian Home Health Care and Presbyterian Hospice for their excellent care and love. They would also like to thank Carino Case Management for their assistance and concern. Services will be held Thursday, 3:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Sandia Memory Gardens. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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French -- Marjorie Cole Young French, age 91, an Albuquerque resident since 1951, died Wednesday, June 23, 1999. She was preceded in death by her husband, Winston William (Ted) French in 1964; and her brother, Robert Young. She is survived by her son, Winston William French and wife, Linda Ashling; daughter, Marjorie McGarrah and husband, Charles; two grandsons, Charles McGarrah Jr. and wife, Debbie, Jonathon William McGarrah and wife, Stephanie; three great-grandchildren, Shane, Logan, Katrina McGarrah; sisters, Josephine Hartwell of Port Jervis, NY, Eleanor Byrne of Aiken, SC; and several nieces and nephews. She loved her chose career of nursing. She was the head nurse at St. Joseph Hospital for many years and a Public Health Nurse in Silver City. She was an avid bridge player. She will be missed. Visitation will be held Friday, June 25, 1999, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., at Strong-Thorne Mortuary. Funeral services will be held Saturday, June 26, 1999, 10:00 a.m., at Peralta Methodist Church, with Rev. Steve Davis officiating. Charles McGarrah, Bill French, Shane McGarrah, Charles McGarrah Jr., Logan McGarrah, Jonathon McGarrah will serve as pallbearers. Interment will follow in Fairview Memorial Park. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Gibson -- Lugarda Madrid Gibson went to be with the Lord on June 19, 1999. She was preceded in death by her parents, Desiderio and Feliz Madrid. Lugarda is survived by one daughter, Loretta Aguirre and husband, Jonathan; two granddaughters, Kathleen Feliz Steven-Aguirre, Bernadette M. Aguierre; one brother, Luis Madrid; also many nephews and nieces. Lugarda was a director of the New Mexico Human Resource Services for 25 years, she was also the proprietor of Casa Feliz in Taos and Old Town. She was a member of the Lady of the Altar. She will be greatly missed by her loving family. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated today at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m., with interment to follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Luis A. Madrid, Phillip A. Madrid, Daniel T. Madrid, Frank A. Cordova, Gilbert Dominguez and Shane Jorgensen. Honorary will be Justin P. Madrid, Jordan Madrid, Luis Gonzales, Erick Gonzales, Chris Jorgensen, Gilbert Dominguez Jr., Daniel Dominguez, Anthony Darrington, Justin Madrid, Joseph Madrid, Matthew Cordova, and Adrian Madrid. Services entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th St. NW, Norbert R. Baldonado Jr. F.S.I.
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Gonzales -- Mrs. Ferminia"Minnie" Gonzales, 84, a resident of Rio Rancho, passed away on June 22, 1999. Mrs. Gonzales is survived by her daughter, Anita Glaser and husband, David; one son, Eugene Gonzales and wife, Christine; five grandchildren, Richard, Michelle, Kimberly, Geofrey, Amy and Jedediah; five great-grandchildren, Richard, Taylor, Nick, Anna Marie Crystal and Jacklyn; and many other extended family members. Mrs. Gonzales was a member of the Catholic Church and a cancer survivor. 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. Joe Quintana, reciting. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, 9:00 a.m., at St. Anne Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal SW, with final viewing at the church after 8:30 a.m. Father Shedlock, Celebrant. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 12:00 noon. Pallbearers will be Richard Cordova, Darrell Mishos, Emer Barela, Richard Gonzales, Max Gomez and John Perrine. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations and contributions be sent to the American Cancer Society in memory of Ferminia (Minnie) Gonzales.
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Griego -- In Loving Memory of KEITH SHAWN GRIEGO Nov. 18, 1969 - Jun 24, 1990Time will never erase my daily thoughts of you and memories of time spent together. Love, mom
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Handy -- Nathaniel A. Handy passed away Sunday evening, 6/20/99, in his home in Paradise Hills. He is survived by his wife, Elaine; his son, Alex of San Diego, CA, his son, Stuart of Santa Barbara, CA; and his brother, Peter of Woodside, CA. He was born in Needham, Massachusetts, 12/30/46, of Violet Pilkington Handy and Nathaniel A. Handy, DMD. His father was among the first African Americans to graduate from Harvard Medical School in the 1930s. Nat's wife, Elaine will continue to run WordCenter, Inc., a word processing, desktop publishing and medical transcription service, which they founded together in 1981. Nat served eight years on the Board of the Shelter for Victims of Domestic Violence, and was the first man to be President of the Board. He served two terms on the Board of the First Church of Christ, Scientist, in Albuquerque, four years on the Board of Hospice/Home Care, three years on the State Transportation Committee, and four years on the Board of Explora Science Center and Children's Museum. He coached two women's soccer teams, one of them for over 13 years. A memorial service will be held to celebrate Nat's life and contribution to our community on Thursday evening 6/24/99 at 5:30 p.m. at Paradise Hills Park (5801 Paradise Blvd. NW). It will be an informal occasion and anyone who wishes will be able to share how Nat touched their lives. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Explora at 800 Rio Grande Blvd. 87104 or First Church of Christ, Scientist, 500 Richmond Place NE 87106.
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Harrison -- Richard E. Harrison, born November 13, 1962, passed away on Friday, June 18, 1999. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Cheryle L. Harrison and his three wonderful children, Jeremy J. Harrison, Stephen R. Harrison and Crystal L. Harrison, all of the family home. Richard also leaves his parents, Donald and Mary Anne Harrison; brothers, Jim and Gene Harrison; sister, Terri Finlayson; parents-in-law, Joe and Betty Harper; brothers-in-law, Joe and Jim Harper and Joe Lucero; and sister-in-law, Debbie Lucero. Richard also leaves ten nieces and nephews who loved him, his extended family of aunts and uncles, Grandma Davis, and all of his friends and co-workers who will miss him. Richard will be sorely and deeply missed by the children, parents and staff of Creative Kids Learning Center, where he was involved operating the center with his wife, Cheryle. Richard had recently been employed with Greenhouse and Garden Supply Company. Richard shared a love of bowling, golfing and wrestling with his children constantly. He was an avid Seattle Seahawks fan. Richard also shared with his family the love of ballooning and participated in chasing for many, many years. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., this morning, at Chapel of Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Pastor Jerome Sandoval officiating. Burial will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Paul Roensch, Carlos Larribas, Jeff Lewis, Joe Lucero, Curtis Miller and Bill Monsam. The skies have turned grey, Somehow right now, We cannot see them clearing. The pain in our hearts is so strong. To All of you who have helped and supported My family, I will forever be grateful. Please keep our children in your prayers.
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Huling -- Louise W. Huling, 79, a resident of Albuquerque for 60 years, passed away Wednesday, June 23, 1999. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Ellsworth C. Huling Jr.; three daughters, Rose A. Jones, Donna Louise Huling and Elizabeth F. Paiz; six sons, Ellsworth C. Huling III, William C. Huling, Donald E. Huling, Morris L. Huling, Daniel J. Smith and Jacob N. Huling; 17 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; one brother, Phillip Rhoten and two sisters-in-law, Helen and Betsy Huling. Mrs. Huling was a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church, the WMU, NAACP, and the March of Dimes. Her family describes her as a very loving wife, mother, grandmother and aunt. Visitation will be held Friday, from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m., at Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE. Funeral services will be held Saturday, 2:00 p.m., at Mt. Olive Baptist Church, University and Gibson, with Rev. Ellsworth Charles Huling IV. Interment will be in Fairview Memorial Park. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Johnson -- Esther B. Johnson, 96, a resident of Albuquerque for ten years, died Sunday, June 20, 1999. She is survived by her son, Gordon V. Johnson and wife, Barbara S. of Corrales; grandson, Steven R. Johnson and wife, Janet Wright of Belen; granddaughters, Cara J. Gallegos and husband, Jerry of Corrales, Gail A. Nolan and husband, Chris and Lizabeth J. Johnson, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Yvette M. Johnson and Jessica L. Johnson, both of Belen, Graciela A. Abeyta and Loretta A. Gallegos, both of Corrales and Robin P. Nolan and Kellie A. Nolan, both of Albuquerque; niece, Barbara Jones and husband, Herbert of Spokane, WA; and nephews, Marlin Glass of Laguna Beach, CA and Jim, Robert and Tom Barr, all of Petaluma, CA. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elvyn O. Johnson; and brother, Gordon W. Barr. Mrs. Johnson, a former resident of Long Beach, CA, was a member of the Christian Church in Long Beach and current member at Shepherd of the Valley Presbyterian Church in Albuquerque. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who will be sorely missed. Memorial services will be held Friday, 11:00 a.m., at Shepherd of the Valley Presbyterian Church, 1801 Montano Rd. NW, with Rev. Dr. Phil Butin officiating. Private interment has taken place. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Casa Maria Alzheimers Center, 1024 Lead SW 87102. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Kethro -- Ruth P. Kethro, 83, a resident of Albuquerque for 33 years, died Tuesday, June 22, 1999. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Donald G. Kethro of Albuquerque; son, Walter Luecke and wife, Beverly of Mt. Airy, MD; eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her daughters, Juanita Turner and Patricia Ann Dixon. Graveside services will be held Friday, 11:00 a.m., at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 7500 Paseo del Norte NE, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Thursday, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
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Largo -- Alvin Jay Largo, 39, died on Monday, June 21, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Lorraine Largo of Continental Divide, NM; daughter, Jacqueline and son, Kalieb; his parents, Daniel and Fannie Largo of Thoreau, NM; brother, Dan Largo, wife, Maureen of Albuquerque; sister, Evangline Largo and fiance, Jerry of Albuquerque; brother, Calvin Largo, wife, Mona of Gallup; sister, Cheryl Plummer and husband, Virgil of Prewitt, NM; three nephews and four nieces. Services will be held Friday, June 25, 1999, 10:00 a.m., at Thoreau Baptist Church. Interment will follow at the Newman family plot.
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Madore -- Judith Ann Madore (nee Fenner), beloved wife of Michael G. Madore, died in St. Petersburg, Russia on 30 May 1999. Judith and Michael became residents of Albuquerque in September 1995. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her son, Michael Lance Madore of Post Falls, Idaho and his wife, Gina; her son, Douglas Fenner Madore of Wooster, Ohio and his wife, Pamela; grandchildren, Amber Madore of Columbia, MD; Jessica Madore and Christine Madore of Post Falls, ID; Brittnay Madore and Andrew Madore of Wooster, OH; her sister, Lois Linebaugh and brother-in-law, Edward Linebaugh of Melbourne, FL; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and close friends living in Albuquerque and elsewhere throughout the world. Judith was born in Battle Creek, Michigan on 6 August 1940. She and Michael were married in Simmershausen, West Germany on 9 December 1965. Judith died suddenly during the first day of a two week boat tour of the area of northwest Russia between St. Petersburg and Moscow. A Catholic Memorial Mass was celebrated at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Wooster, Ohio on 11 June 1999. Her ashes will be interred with those of her father, James Otis Fenner, and mother, Donna Ruth (Whidden) Fenner, in their vault in Mims, Florida."
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Martin -- Alice McNulty Martin, 78, a resident of New Mexico since 1946, died peacefully in the Hospice Unit of Kaseman Presbyterian Hospital, Sunday, June 20, 1999. The only wife of George E. Martin of El Rito, she is survived by their five children, Margaret Martin, Roberta Martin, George E. Martin and his wife, Joan Day-Martin, Annette Martin-Hill McCue, her husband, David McCue and Raymond A. Martin; grandchildren, Heather Hill, Jennifer and Matthew McCue, Christopher Day-Martin and Sarah Rae Martin; great-granddaughter, Kya Garduno; her twin sister, Margaret W. McNulty of Albuquerque; sisters, Eileen Dana of Long Island and Kathleen Hogerton and husband, Jack of Long Island; sisters-in-law, Dottie (Mrs. Alfred P.) McNulty of Cleveland, Roberta Martin Brosseau and husband, Ed of Santa Fe, and JoAnn Martin of El Rito; brother-in-law, John A. Martin and wife, Barbara of Santa Fe; special friends, Jack and Florence Kennedy; and many other family and friends. Alice retired from Bernalillo County in 1982 where she worked first in the Treasurer's office and then in the Finance office. She worked very actively with the Suicide and Crisis Prevention Center as a volunteer. She was named to Who's Who of American Women 1981-82 and Who's Who in the West 1982-83. She was active in the Republican Party for many years. She also worked many elections as a poll worker. During her life she was also active in real estate and the insurance business. During WWII she served in the WAAC from Nov. 1942 to Sept. 1943; the WAC from Sept. 1943 to her discharge as a First Lieutenant in May of 1946. Alice's family wishes to express their appreciation to her health care providers, Janet L. Blanchard, MD, and her staff, Holly S. Lehman, DC, and her associates and staff of Lehman Chiropractic Center, Tzenwaxolokuahtli, head of the Medicine Council of the Tetzkatlipoka Tradition of the Aztec's of Mexico, and his fellow healer Kanek; John Saiki, MD, and the entire staff of Kaseman Presbyterian Hospice, the staff of Presbyterian Home Care, and the caregivers from Eldercare of NM. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, 9:00 a.m., at Church of the Risen Savior, 7701 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Father Paul Baca, Celebrant. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit one hour prior to Rosary. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Kaseman Presbyterian, 405 Dr. Martin Luther King Dr. NE 87102. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Masters -- Richard Masters, 63, beloved husband and father of Albuquerque and Waukesha, Wisconsin, died at home on Thursday, June 17, 1999. He was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, was in the Naval Reserve, and presently worked for Construction Rental Supply. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Marrietta (nee) Pucci; children, Michelle of Milwaukee, WI, Kari Clayborne of Battle Creek, MI, Lori De Jesus of Albuquerque, and Robert (Syd) Masters and wife, Jeannine of Edgewood, NM; grandchildren, Jesse, Alicia, Ryan, Tara, Miles, Joelle, Marie, and Rick. Memorial Mass will will be celebrated at St. Therese Catholic Church, 300 Mildred Ave. NW, on Saturday, June 26, 1999 at 10:30 a.m. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, 505-343-8008.
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Mccarthy -- Marie Adams McCarthy, 99, passed away at her home on June 21 1999. She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter H. McCarthy; and her daughter, Mabel Marie Newton. She was a 5th generation New Mexican. The McCarthy's moved from Magdalena, NM to Albuquerque in 1921. She leaves two daughters, Ethel A. McLeod, married to Don McLeod of Lubbock, TX and Florence M. Rehm of Albuquerque; two brothers; one sister; eight grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Marie is remembered for her many hobbies, including gardening, crocheting, embroidery, brewing beer, making ravioli, fishing, and betting on horse races. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Sandia Hospice, 4775 Indian School NE 87110. Graveside services will be held Thursday, 11:00 a.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE.
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Mendez -- Mendez Final visitation for Jose S. Mendez III will be Thursday morning in the Our Lady of Assumption Church, 8030 Fruit Ave. NE, from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m., with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. by Father Mike Cimino. Interment will follow in the Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Gabaldon Mortuary in charge of arrangements.
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Montoya -- A Rosary for Mrs. Hazel L. Montoya will be recited Thursday evening, 5:30 p.m., at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW, with visitation at the church after 5:00 p.m. Father Jack, reciting. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday morning, 11:00 a.m., at Holy Family Church with final viewing at the church after 10:30 a.m. Father Jack, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements.
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Morgan -- Douglas W. Morgan, 85, passed away on Friday, June 18, 1999. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Frances; sons, Robert S. Morgan II and wife, JoAnne of California and Douglas W. Morgan Jr. and wife, Barbara of Albuquerque; daughter, Nancy R. Adzija and husband, Michael of Australia; grandson, Aric S. Morgan; granddaughters, Carrie L. Morgan, Meredith M. Morgan, and Aubree M. Adzija. Memorial graveside services will be held Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. The family will receive friends at the family residence after 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association-New Mexico Affiliate, 6301 Forest Hills Dr. NE 87110. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Neill -- Louise L. Neill, 72, a resident of Albuquerque since 1953, died Monday, June 21, 1999. Services will be held Thursday, 10:30 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Rev. Charles E. Price officiating. Interment will follow at Sandia Memory Gardens. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Presbyterian Kaseman Hospice Inpatient Unit, c/o Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation, P.O. Box 26666 87125-6666. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Nelson -- Vincent G. Nelson, 85, a resident of Albuquerque since the 1950's, died Tuesday, June 22, 1999. He is survived by his sister, Miriam Peck of Florida; daughter-in-law, Alexandia Nelson of Albuquerque; and grandsons, Evan, Jeffrey and Mitchell. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marian Nelson in 1990; and son, Andrew Nelson in 1993. He was born in Chicago on October 20, 1913 of parents, Dr. and Mrs. Gotifred Nelson. Mr. Nelson graduated from Illinois Institute of Technology and retired from Sandia Nationals Labs in 1974. Graveside services will be held Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, with Pastor Carol Jeanette officiating. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Padilla -- ELIGIO J. PADILLA August 7, 1918 - June 24, 1994 In Loving Memory
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Powell -- Lt. Col. Thomas H. Powell U.S.A.F. Ret, 80, a resident of Albuquerque since 1965, died Monday, June 21, 1999. He is survived by his daughters, Rita Ward of Ft. Walton Beach, FL, Maureen Gardner and husband, Whit of Atlanta, GA, Lizabeth Jones and husband, Barry of Meridian, MS, Cecile Powell of Albuquerque, Teresa Schumann and husband, Mark of Ft. Dix, NJ and Suzanne Powell and Ed Vaillancourt of Albuquerque; son, Thomas Powell and wife, LeeAnn of Albuquerque; 13 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and sister, Miriam Newnum of San Diego, CA. Mr. Powell was preceded in death by his first wife of 50 years, Ann E. Powell; and second wife, Margaret Clayburgh Powell. He was retired from the U.S. Air force after 37 years of service. Mr. Powell was a decorated WWII pilot receiving the Distinguished Flying Cross, and he also served during the Korean War. Rosary will be recited Thursday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Deacon Al McLane reciting. Mass will be celebrated Friday, 9:00 a.m. at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, Indian School & Martha NE, with Rev. Domingo Gumpal, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Attn: Anne Martin, 5800 Lomas NE, 87110. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Sanchez -- Fred J. Sanchez, 82, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, June 21, 1999. He is survived by his daughter, Clorinda C."Corky" Sarro and husband, Frank of Laurinburg, NC; and son, Orlando Sanchez of Albuquerque. He was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn G. Sanchez in 1998. Rosary will be recited Thursday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Deacon Manuel Montoya reciting. Mass will be Friday, 11:30 a.m., at St. Therese Little Flower Church, 4th and Mildred NW, with Father Lazaro Cuesta, S.F. Celebrant. He was a Army Veteran of WWII and a member of the Catholic Church. Fred worked for Chrysler Motor Co. He was owner and manager of F. Jay Auto Sales. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 3:00 p.m. Pallbearers will be David Chavez, Rick Sanchez, Herman Sanchez, Tim Medina, Carl Writzel and Steven M. Gabaldon. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Thursday, 5:00 p.m. until Rosary.
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Taday -- Josephine F. Taday, 85, a resident of Albuquerque for 44 years, died Sunday, June 20, 1999. She is survived by her sons, Stephen T. Taday Jr. and wife, Theresa of Corrales and Alan M. Taday of Albuquerque; daughter, Jacqueline DeForest and husband, Jerry of Scottsdale, AZ; grandsons, Michael Taday and wife, Dacia of Albuquerque and Randall DeForest and wife, Luanne of Phoenix, AZ; granddaughter, Nancy Paul of Albuquerque; great-granddaughter, Marisa DeForest of Phoenix, AZ; sister, Mildred Bauer and husband, Leonard of Ocala, FL; and niece, Frances Eden and husband, John of Solon, OH. Mrs. Taday was preceded in death by her husband of 41 years, Stephen T. Taday Sr. She was born on April 30, 1914 in Cleveland, OH. Mrs. Taday was a member of St. Bernadette Catholic Church. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, 9:00 a.m., at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 1800 Martha NE, with Rev. Domingo Gumpal, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be Randy DeForest, Michael Taday, Alan Taday, Stephen Taday, Jerry DeForest, Vern Anderson, Rod O'Neill and John Moody. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Tietjen -- Wesley Alma Tietjen, 83, a resident of Belen, passed away in Raton, NM on Wednesday, June 23, 1999. He was born in Bluewater, NM on May 7, 1916. He was a lifetime rancher and horseman. He was preceded in death by his wife, Melva Etta Tietjen; daughters, Jenny Lou Tietjen, Lavern Carver and Alma Louise Alexander; his father and mother, Alma Tietjen and Clarinda Roundy; sister, Elva Lee; and his brother, Bert Roundy. Wesley is survived by two sons, Ted and his wife, Dianne and Ned and his wife, Janet; one daughter, Bobby Jo Randles and her husband, Monte; 15 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter; two sons-in-law, Dale Carver and Clay Alexander; four sisters, Valma Hakes, Rinda Bell, Floss Chapman and Retha Wengert; and one sister-in-law, Jean Roundy. He is also survived by several loving nieces and nephews. There will be a visitation on Thursday, from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Friday, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., at Romero Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Friday, 10:30 a.m., at Romero Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Terrace Grove Cemetery in Belen. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, in charge of arrangements. .DMP
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