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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 husband, Juan Baca; her parents, Francisco and Eloisa Gurule; two brothers, Eduvejen Gurule and Felix Gurule; one grandson, Jonathan Chavez; and one sister, Eva Duran. 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. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated this morning 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.
        Published on: Fri June 25, 1999

Baldonado -- Mr. Patrocino Pat Felix Baldonado, 63, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on June 24, 1999. Mr. Baldonado was the beloved husband of 33 years to Mrs. Eutimia"Timmie" Baldonado. He is also survived by three sons, Carlos Herrera and Melissa Stump, Paul Herrera and Mark Diaz and wife, Tone; one sister, Lucy C de Baca; one sister-in-law, Genevieve Baldonado; special nieces, Tommie Vaquera and Angela Estavis; many more nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Ramon Baldonado and Muricio Baldonado; and a sister, Ella Garcia. Mr. Baldonado 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 visitation after 6:30 p.m. A funeral services will be held Saturday morning, 8:00 a.m., at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW, with final viewing at the church after 7:30 a.m. Deacon Enrique Padilla, officiating. Interment will follow at the San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Abel Baldonado, Joe Nieto Jr., Jerry Lovato, James Archibeque, Peter Baldonado, Matthew C de Baca, and Mark Diaz. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements.
        Published on: Fri June 25, 1999

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, with Father Frank Prieto, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jordan Cappello, Phillip Smith, Casey Frazier and Edward Garcia. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Fri June 25, 1999

Cooley -- Dan W. Cooley II, 24, a resident of Chicago, IL since 1996, and a former resident of Albuquerque, died in Chicago as a result of an auto accident. He is survived by his mother, Shelley Cooley; father, Daniel W. Cooley and wife, Paula; grandmother, Betty Self, all of Albuquerque; aunts and uncles, Peter Cooley of Albuquerque, Cherryl Lingo and husband, Dean of Flora Vista, NM, Randy Self of Carlsbad, and Rick Self and wife, Brieta of Sherman, TX; and numerous cousins. Dan was born in Albuquerque in 1975. He attended Del Norte High School and the University of New Mexico. He then moved to Chicago, IL in 1996. He was a loving son, grandson, and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Services will be held Tuesday, June 29, 1999, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas NE, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Tuesday, from 9:00 a.m. to the time of service.
        Published on: Fri June 25, 1999

Englert -- Frank Englert, 83, of Rio Rancho, passed away June 22, 1999. A Funeral Mass will be held Friday, June 25, 1999, 2:00 p.m., at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Road, Rio Rancho, NM.
        Published on: Fri June 25, 1999

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.
        Published on: Fri June 25, 1999

Friedland -- Zelda"Nan" FriedlandWas taken from us abruptly on June 23, 1999. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, David. She is survived by her son, Barry and wife Lorraine of Albuquerque, NM; and daughter, Sue and Rita of East Syracuse, NY; grandchildren, Bruce Sargent, David E. Friedland and his wife Lee, Danny Sargent, Debbie-Ann Morrell, Bonnie McKennon and her husband Jim, Dawn Michaels and her husband Tim, Dennis Freidland and his fiancee Michelle DeBari; great-grandchildren, Nicole Sargent, Elliot Fernandez Freidland, Michelle Sargent, Amber Morrell, Cory Morrell, Patrick McKennon, Casey McKennon, Josh Michaels, Stephanie Michaels and Brandon Michaels.Nan had a wonderful sense of humor and a continuing zest for life. Long after she retired from teaching elementary school, she continued working with, and teaching children and young people until her death.Nan was active varied charitable organizations and her synagogue, including Hadassah, Beth Israel, ORT, KDE (Kappa Delta Epsilon), and B'nai Israel just to name a few.Nan was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, friend and human being. She was admired and respected and will be great missed and remembered by all who knew her.Services and interment will be 11:00 a.m., this morning, at Fairview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the American Cancer Society of the Hospice Organization of your choice.
        Published on: Fri June 25, 1999

Gerken -- Rosanne Gerken, age 86, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died June 22, 1999. She is survived by a niece, Jeanette Ross of Los Lunas; and friends, Millika DePonte and James Anderson. During WWII, she enlisted in the Navy. She was Honorably Discharged. She taught school and traveled extensively with her husband, Lt. Col. Fred Gerken during his military career in the Army; he preceded her in death in 1984. She supported various organizations that helped children and the homeless. She was very active in the Catholic Community. Time and place of the Memorial Mass will be announced by Strong-Thorne Mortuary. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
        Published on: Fri June 25, 1999

Gonzales -- Mass of Christian Burial for Mrs. Ferminia"Minnie" Gonzales 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 11:30 a.m. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements.
        Published on: Fri June 25, 1999

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 and wife, Jeannie, Donald E. Huling, Morris L. Huling and wife, Valerie, 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.
        Published on: Fri June 25, 1999

Humphrey -- Mr. Donald Carter Humphrey, resident of Los Lunas, N.M., died Friday, June 18, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Hazel Humphrey; three sons, Donald C. Jr. of Fountain Valley, CA, George E. of Yuma, AZ, and Michael J. of Vail, CO; two daughters, Joanne R. Allerdyce of Stuart, FL, and Donna M. Wilson of Vacaville, CA; grandchildren, Patricia Humphrey, Amy Allerdyce, Dawn M. Humphrey, Donald E. Humphrey, Jennifer N. Wilson, Andrew J. Wilson, and Alyssa Wilson; and a great-grandson, Sean Kitano. Humphrey, a retired U.S.A.F. (MAJOR) 22 yrs., Hospital and Nursing Home Administrator in New Mexico for 23 yrs., Remington and Winchester Club, and NSSA Skeet Champion from 1956-1959. Mr. Humphrey will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
        Published on: Fri June 25, 1999

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.
        Published on: Fri June 25, 1999

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.
        Published on: Fri June 25, 1999

Lovato -- Raul"R.H." Lovato, 62, beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother, was called home to be with the Lord, Thursday, June 24, 1999. He was a parishioner of St. Therese Catholic Church; he retired from the Albuquerque Fire Department. R.H. is survived by his loving wife, Irene Lovato of the family home; two daughters, Elizabeth Kahre and husband, Darrell of Las Vegas, NV, Jessica Torres and husband, Ely of Albuquerque; one son, Jude Lovato, also of Albuquerque; five grandchildren, Eric, Andrea, Jesse, Samantha and Dominic Ely. Also surviving are two brothers, Tony Lovato and wife, Marilyn, T.B. Lovato; step-mother, Mary Lovato; and several step-brothers and sisters. He will be greatly missed by his loving family. A Rosary will be recited this evening, 7:00 p.m., at St. Therese Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday morning, 9:00 a.m., also at the church. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Richard Sanchez, Tom Lopez, Gary Holguin, Elesio Pino, Hank Delgado, and T.J. Davis. Honorary bearers will be Darrell Kahre, Ely Torres, Eric, Andrea, Jesse, Samantha and Dominic Ely. Funeral services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW, 243-5222.
        Published on: Fri June 25, 1999

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. 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.
        Published on: Fri June 25, 1999

Ramirez -- IN MEMORY God saw she was getting tired And a cure was not to be, So he put His arms around her And whispered,"Come with Me." With tearful eyes we watched her suffer, And saw her fade away; Although we loved her dearly, We could not make her stay. A golden heart stopped beating, Hard working hands to rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best. Rosalie Ramirez, 66, beloved and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, walked into the arms of Jesus, Wednesday, June 23, 1999. She was born on May 26, 1933 in Gibson, NM to Jesus and Adela Quintana who preceded her in death. She is survived by her loving husband of 46 years, Anselmo Ramirez of the family home; three sons, Ray Ramirez and wife, Ida, Paul Ramirez, Dave Ramirez and wife, Sherry, all of Albuquerque; four grandchildren, Anthony, Antanette, Yvonne and Gabriel Ramirez; one great-grandson, Steven Ramirez. Also surviving are six brothers, Ray Quintana and wife, Lorraine, Rudy Quintana and wife, June, David Quintana and wife, Barbara, Johnny Quintana and wife, Teresa, all of Albuquerque, Simon Quintana and wife, Alice of Dallas, TX, and Marcelino Yepes of Ruidoso, NM; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. She will be deeply missed by her loving family. Visitations will be today, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., and 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 this evening at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Saturday, 11:00 a.m., at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary, 5525 Fortuna Rd. NW, with Fr. Gene Greis as Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Rosalie's brothers, Ray Quintana, Rudy Quintana, David Quintana, Johnny Quintana, Simon Quintana and Marcelino Yepes. Honorary bearers will be her grandsons, Anthony Ramirez, Gabriel Ramirez and great-grandson, Steven Ramirez. Funeral services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW, 243-5222.
        Published on: Fri June 25, 1999

Rayne -- EDITH CATHERINE RAYNE A Memorial service for Edith Catherine Rayne will be at Holy Faith Episcopal Church on June 28, 1999 at 4:00 p.m.
        Published on: Fri June 25, 1999

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. 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 Weitzel, and Henry Jarmillo. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Fri June 25, 1999

Sanford -- DONALD A. SANFORD August 30, 1949 - June 25, 1993 Not long ago you went to sleep, Life's journey seemingly cut away, Promises we meant to keep, Are only dreams, We could not go, You could no stay... All our love, Donna, Jessica, & Nicole Sanford
        Published on: Fri June 25, 1999

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 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. Pallbearers will be Wesley Wengert, Glenn Hakes, Jim Elkins, Buddy Lewis, Fred Gibbs, and Benny Smith. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, in charge of arrangements. .DMP
        Published on: Fri June 25, 1999