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Callahan -- O'Neal Callahan died July 25, 1999. He is survived by his wife; one son; three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and two sisters. Born October 27, 1914 in Oklahoma, retired from Exxon Corp. Albuquerque resident since 1970. Private services have taken place. Interment will take place at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Castle -- Everett W."Ed" Castle died on Saturday, July 24, 1999. He was born in Rockford, IL, on February 10, 1924, the second son of Clarence W. and Garnet Atkins Castle. Mr. Castle was preceded in death by his wife, Leanne Brookings Castle; his parents; and brother, Vince. He is survived by his son, Todd and wife, Gretchen; sister, Betty Ann Almond and husband, Chuck; best friend, Elizabeth Wills; and many wonderful nieces and nephews in Illinois and Minnesota. Remember, Tasha and Shyanne, Grandpa Ed loved you! Mr. Castle had a profound love for America. Shortly after his graduation from East Rockford High School, class of 1942, he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps. Mr. Castle served with the 5th Marine Division on Iwo Jima and later served during the war in Korea. In his later years, he was greatly saddened when young American men and women, boys and girls could kill each other with no provocation. Yes, Mr. Castle loved America. He traveled every American state except Alaska. Mr. Castle found great beauty in all of America and he found it easy to understand why each person had so much pride in his own state. Perhaps the years he spent in the Marine Corps brought out this urge to see the world, and he did indeed see a lot of it. Mr. Castle loved Canada and Canadians, because they thought, looked and sometimes acted like Americans. He later visited most of the Western European countries, South America, the Bahamas and many Pacific Islands. He loved to sail and had he been rich, we are certain he would have sailed the seven seas. This was not meant to sound like a travel story; it is an obituary, but Dad wanted to convey a message to his loving family and friends that he had a full and happy life. His childhood was full of love, he had the opportunity to serve his country, he had employment and he enjoyed many years of good health. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held Wednesday, 9:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with The Rev. David E. Cruson, St. Luke Lutheran Church, officiating. Interment of cremains will follow at 11:30 a.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery with Chaplain Col. Lemuel M. Boyles officiating. Honorary pallbearers will be Jim and Barbara Halsten and Richard and Carol Traeger. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to the Albuquerque Christian Children's Home, 5700 Winter Haven Rd. NW 87120. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Chavez -- Eva Marie"Chubs" Chavez, 19, of Bernalillo, passed away on Sunday, July 25, 1999. She was preceded in death by her brother, Herman Jr. She is survived by her parents, Gloria Gonzales and husband, Ralph of Bernalillo, Herman Chavez Sr. and wife, Reyna De Lara; three brothers, Raymond Chavez and wife, Dominique, Carlos Chavez, and James Gonzales; three sisters, Loretta Chavez and fiance, Rick Lucero, Filia Chavez and fiance, Anthony Hernandez, and Christine Gonzales; grandparents, Lorraine Garduno and Rupe Perea; great-grandmother, Frances Garduno. Eva will be greatly missed by her loving family. She graduated from Bernalillo High School in 1998, she had a 3.8 GPA. While in high school she lettered in basketball, baseball, and in soccer twice. She also played girls softball. She was a member of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church where she was President of the youth group and also an Alter Server. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated this morning, July 28, 1999, at Our lady of Sorrows Catholic Church at 11:00 a.m. Interment to follow at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jason Gutierrez, Jason Garcia, Cory Parks, Brandie Poolaw, Erlinda Farfan, and Anthony Garduno. Honorary pallbearers will be Anthony Hernandez, Rick Lucero, Gabriel Maestas, and Nathan Garduno. Services to be entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th St. NW, Norbert"Ray" Baldonado Jr. F.S.I.
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Crepeau -- Eugene G. Crepeau, a resident of Albuquerque since January of 1965, passed away on Monday, July 26, 1999. He was a member of Holy Ghost Catholic Church. He was the past President of the Albuquerque Men's Bowling league and of the 8th Air Force Historical Society. He served in the United States Air Force for 26 years, retiring as a C.M.S.G.T. He tirelessly loved his family and in reaching out to others, he never met a stranger. He was preceded in death by three grandchildren. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Marjorie Crepeau; nine daughters, Adine Crepeau of Colorado Springs, CO, Cathy Schuck and husband, Jim of Dayton, OH, Carol Sanchez of Albuquerque, Jeanette Wayne and husband, Richard of Albuquerque, Mary Lusk and husband, Sam of Irving, TX, Cecelia Johnston and husband, Ken of Colorado Springs, CO, Elaine Bryan and husband, Dave of Albuquerque, Renee Kiczek and husband, Stan of East Ampton, NJ, Diane Hendrix of Colorado Springs, CO; three sons, Paul Crepeau and wife, Lorie of Mobile, AZ, Michael Crepeau and wife, Lisa of Albuquerque, Joseph Crepeau and wife, Jennifer of Albuquerque; two sisters, Theresa Caggiula of Colebrook, New Hampshire, Claire Grady and husband, Henry of Manchester, NH; two brothers, Maurice Crepeau of Euless, TX, George Crepeau of Littleton, NH; 34 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren. A Rosary will be held on Wednesday, July 28, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. in the Palm Chapel. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 28, 1999, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, Albuquerque 87106. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Thursday, July 29, 1999, 10:30 a.m., at Holy Ghost Catholic Church, 833 Arizona SE, Albuquerque 87108. Pallbearers will be Stanley Kiczek, Sam Lusk, Richard Wayne, Jim Schuck, Henry Grady, Bob Gentzkow. Interment will be at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Debusk -- Robert Michael DeBusk September 1, 1989 - July 25, 1999The son of Mike and Christy, and brother to Jessie, went to be with the Lord following an accident. Robby was a gold honor roll student at Acoma Elementary, he loved football, baseball and time spent with family. He had a heart of gold and was a shining star in all of our lives. We will miss him dearly. He was the grandson of Dale, Laura, Juanita and William Bowen, Krysia, Rubee and Stanley Hipwood, Edith and Ray Brafford, Bob, Ellen, and Frank DeBusk. A Memorial service will be held on Thursday, July 29, 4:00 p.m., at Sandia Baptist Church, 9429 Constitution NE. Donations can be made in Robby's name to UNM Children's Hospital.
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Gabaldon -- Mr. Albert"Big Al of the Bird of Paradise" Gabaldon 78, and a life long Albuquerque resident, business owner and World War II veteran passed away on Saturday, July 24, 1999, surrounded by his family and friends after a heroic battle with cancer. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, July 28, 1999 at 10:30 a.m. in Holy Ghost Catholic Church with Fr. Joe Vigil, Celebrant. His grandchildren, Michael, Charles, Todd, Brian and Keith Gabaldon and Mark Martinez will service as casket bearers. Paul and Chris Martinez and Justin Gabaldon, also his grandchildren, will serve as honorary casket bearers. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle Blvd. NE, are in charge of arrangements.
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Garcia -- IN LOVING MEMORY OF ARMANDO GARCIA JR. NOVEMBER 15, 1959 - JULY 28, 1996You are our light from heaven Shine upon us that we may Feel your warmth once againWe Love and Miss you Mom, Dee and Auntie There will be a Mass held at Immaculate Conception Church Today at 12:10 p.m.
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Hendren -- Kenneth C. Hendren, born November 2, 1913 in Belen, New Mexico, passed away July 24, 1999 in Lancaster, California. Mr. Hendren was a heavy equipment operator for many years in New Mexico, worked for Conoco Oil as an oil distributor and in later years he managed the Lido Mobile Home Estates in Lancaster. He is survived by his daughter, Shirley Roper of Las Vegas, NV; brothers, Harold Hendren of Spokane, WA and Russell Hendren of New Mexico; sisters, Stella Wilson of Sylmar, CA and Gee Agens of Apple Valley, CA; six grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 28, at Murphy Mortuary Chapel, 154 E. Avenue I, Lancaster, CA 93535, (661) 945-1891. Interment will follow at Joshua Memorial Park.
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Hull -- Edward V. Hull (Ed), age 84, passed away after a long illness at the family home in Los Chavez early Sunday, July 25, 1999. Mr. Hull is survived by his loving wife, Dolores DeLay, of 52 years; son, Jerry and wife, Linda; their children, Christopher (of Los Chavez) and Andrea (of Colorado); son, Richard and wife, Juanita and their daughter, Montana of Los Chavez; son, James and wife, Dianne, their children, Jamen (of Arizona), Chord and Jade (of Edgewood); son, David and wife, Debbie, their children, Debbie Jo Heck (and husband, Robert and children, Wyatt Lee and Hanna Jo of Pennsylvania), Allisun and David II of Los Chavez; daughter, Janet (of Los Lunas); son, Bill and wife, Tammy and daughter, Billi Ann of Colorado; daughter, Arline and husband, Nick, their children, Vincent, Cody, Nicholas and Joshua of Los Lunas. Mr. Hull was born to Lawrence Hull and Georgia Bradley Hull on March 3, 1915 in Perry, Oregon where he lived in the family home until the age of eight when his family moved to Southern California. In 1942, Mr. Hull joined the 8th Army Airforce and was an airplane and engine mechanic during WWII. He served in England, Germany, and in France. In 1963, Mr. Hull and family moved to Los Chavez, New Mexico where he was employed by Hadley Auto Transport. In 1980, he retired after 30 years of employment with Hadley Auto Transport. In the late 1960's and early 1970's, Mr. Hull helped start the Los Chavez Volunteer Fire Department. He was Assistant Fire Chief under Chief Tommy Walker. In the early 1970's he helped start the Belen Moose Lodge and was Assistant Governor of the lodge. Mr. Hull was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Georgia Hull; his sister, Elizabeth"Bette" Fanning of Artesia; and his brother, Charles"Chuck" Hull of California. Mr. Hull was a devoted husband and father. His family always came first. He enjoyed bowling, camping, fishing, woodworking and he enjoyed a good book. He will be greatly missed by all. There will be a memorial at the family home, 1547 Peyton Rd., Los Chavez, on Saturday, July 31, 1999 at 6:30 p.m. Cremation has taken place by the Sunrise Society of New Mexico. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Lung Association. The family appreciates those involved with the Quality Continuum Hospice Care, for all the kindness and the care they gave their Father and Husband.
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Kelley -- Patrick John Kelley went to be with the Lord on July 24, 1999 at the age of 61 after a battle with cancer. He is survived by his mother, Lorraine Kelley, his wife, Nancy Williams; five daughters by marriage, Debbie Reinhart, Gina Studer, Lori Berger, Kathy Abrams, Sam Champion and John Bentz, whom he considered a son, and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and friends. Pat grew up in Albuquerque and was a loving husband and father whom was a patriot at heart and a lifelong member of the NRA. Special thanks to the Quality Continium Hospice; your care was great appreciated. In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution in Pat's name to the American Cancer Society. Graveside memorial services are pending and will be held at the Santa Fe National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM. Burial arrangements are being provided by Metropolitan Direct Burial, 729 San Mateo Blvd, NE 766-9400
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Kinney -- Lucille Warren Kinney, born in Elk City, OK on November 1, 1919, died Sunday, July 25, 1999, after a long struggle with Alzheimer's disease. She was a 15 year resident of Albuquerque. Mrs. Kinney is survived by her husband of 56 years, Clifford E. Kinney; four children, two daughters who live in Albuquerque, Suzanne Kinney and husband, Duncan Scott and Jeanne Soule Meihaus and husband, Ed Meihaus; and two sons, Clifford Kinney Jr. and wife, Cheri of Chandler, AZ and John Kinney and wife, Melinda of Mooreland, OK; and eight grandchildren, Suzanne Soule, Matthew Soule, Elizabeth Kinney, Clifford Kinney III, Jennica Kinney, Evan Scott, Joey Rose and Christopher Kinney. Lucille was preceded in death by her parents, John Alvin and Lady Bessie Warren of Elk City, OK; brothers, Lloyd, Raymond and Orville; and her twin, Lewis. She was a graduate of Oklahoma University with a B.A. degree in Business Administration and received her Master's degree in Guidance and Counseling from Arizona State University. Beautiful, vivacious and full of life, Lucille will be missed by her husband and family who were the center of her life. Her precious grandchildren were her greatest joy. Mrs. Kinney will be remembered by a generation of students on whom she bestowed her boundless energy and enthusiasm for learning. An exemplary high school teacher in Mooreland, OK and for more than 20 years at Kyrene Elementary in Tempe, AZ, her students describe her as"my favorite and best teacher". Services will be held Wednesday, 12:30 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Pastor Ken Moore officiating. Interment will follow at 3:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 1330 San Pedro NE, Suite 205, 87110. The family wishes to thank The Cottages for their kind and loving care for the past several months. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Klein -- Joseph Klein, 84, a resident of Rio Rancho for the past 20 years, passed away on Sunday, July 25, 1999. Joseph was born February 18, 1915, the son of Louis and Minnie Sunnenshein Klein in New York City, New York. Joe had been a conductor, motorman, motorman instructor, and a safety administration officer with the New York City Transit Authority. Joe was the founder and President of the Meadowlark Senior Center Fishing Club, a member of the Sandoval County Commission of Senior Affairs, the Mayors Advisory Board of Rio Rancho, and the Community Service Ecology of Bettering the fishing in the lakes of New Mexico. Joe is survived by his wife, Mollie of Rio Rancho; three children, Dennis Klein of New York, Alan Klein of Dallas, TX, and Dale Klein of Corrales; grandchildren, Amy, Joshua, Laurel, Ethan, Olibia, Hayley and Wolfgang. The service for Joseph will be Wednesday, July 28, 1999 at 10:00 a.m. in the chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd., at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho. Interment will follow in the Rio Rancho Jewish section in Vista Verde Memorial Park. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary.
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Kouri -- Ruth Marie Kouri, 75, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away suddenly in her home on July 19, 1999. She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert Abraham Kouri; and grandson, Adam Abraham Kouri. Mrs. Kouri and her late husband, Al, owned several businesses in Albuquerque, Silver Arrow Traders, Midtown Screenprinting, and the Scoreboard. She was an avid bowler and golfer, and a lifelong Dallas Cowboy fan. She is survived by her mother, Anne Mae Eichelberger, 94; daughter, Shelly Groves and husband, Buddy; son, Scott Veitz and wife, Connie; daughter, Marcanne Kouri-Beck and husband, Max; and son, Dana Kouri and wife, Susan, all of Albuquerque. She is also survived by grandchildren, Staci Tethal of California, Dwan Groves, Ryan Veitz, Joshua Groves, Caleb Groves, Bryan Beck, Brad Beck, Jennifer Kouri, Lindsay Kouri, Trevor Groves, Brandon Beck, Alex Kouri, Kelsey Kouri; and three great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be held Thursday, July 29, at St. Johns Episcopal Cathedral, 318 Silver Avenue, at 3:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to The American Diabetes Association, 525 San Pedro Drive NE, Suite 101, Albuquerque, NM 87108.
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Lucero -- The family of Mr. Ray B. Lucero wishes to thank all their relatives and friends who were in attendance of the Rosary and Funeral services for Mr. Lucero. They would also like to express their gratitude for all the love, care and compassion that has been shown to them. Arrangements by the Salazar and Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW.
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Mohler -- Fern S. Mohler, a resident of Albuquerque for 60 years, passed away on Monday, July 26, 1999. She was a member of the Latter Day Saints of Jesus Christ for over 60 years. She is survived by her three sons, Charles Dale Mohler and wife, Edwina of Grantsville, UT, Larry D. Mohler of Las Vegas, NV, Jerry D. Mohler and wife, Vivian of Albuquerque; three sisters, May Oatez of Arizona, Velva Lapin of Arizona, Beulah Brady of Arizona; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. Fern was a devoted, wonderful, loving wife, mother, grandmother and homemaker. She loved her church, many friends and family, and was an active member of her church. She had been a Primary Counselor, teacher, relief society, work counselor, work director, quilt director, as well as head of many other positions. Mark King will officiate at her services. Pallbearers will be Terry Mohler, Charlie Mohler, Duane Walker, Ricky Block, Tom DuBeau, David Steffenson and John Skousen. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 28, 1999, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., at Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, Albuquerque 87106. Services will be held on Thursday, July 29, 1999 at 1:00 p.m. in the Palm Chapel, 1100 Coal Ave. SE. Interment will be in Fairview Memorial Park. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Richardson -- William Norwood Richardson passed away early Saturday, July 24, 1999 in Owasso, OK. Born in Pemberville, OH in 1911, Bill was educated in Nebraska where he married Grace Young. He was a printer and newspaperman until WWII when he served with the Army Air Corps in North Africa and Italy. After the war, he served in the Air Force Reserves and retired with a rank of Lt. Colonel. Bill, his wife and two children moved to Albuquerque in 1948. He was an active Mason, achieving the 32nd degree, and served as secretary and president of Zia Lodge. After retirement, Bill and Grace traveled to Alaska, England, New Zealand and Australia before moving to Owasso, OK in 1997. Besides his wife, Grace, Bill is survived by a son, Bill F. of San Antonio, TX; a daughter, Sid Foster of Owasso, OK; five grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted in Owasso and burial will be at Riverside Cemetery in Hershey, Nebraska. Services and arrangements were entrusted to Mowery Funeral Service in Owasso, Oklahoma.
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Rogers -- JoAnn Rogers, 72, a resident of Corrales, formerly of Los Alamos, passed away Sunday, July 25, 1999. She was born in San Fernando, CA on August 10, 1926. She received her B.A. degree in Education from the University of Arizona and was a teacher in Bakersfield, CA, Tucson, AZ, and for 22 years in Los Alamos Public Schools. She was a longtime member of Delta Kappa Gamma. JoAnn was a devoted mother, aunt and friend. Her faith in God was an important part of her life. She had been a member of Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church in Los Alamos, and more recently, was a member of St. Francis Episcopal Church in Rio Rancho. During the past 13 years in Corrales, she was a volunteer for Right to Read, Storehouse West, St. Martin's, and the Corrales Library. She had traveled widely, including a recent cruise to Alaska. JoAnn had a lifelong passion for gardening and a keen interest in literature and the arts. In her later years, she had taken up oil painting. Her son, Scott; sister and brother-in-law; and parents preceded her in death. She is survived by her daughter, Amy Canzona and husband, Tony of Greeley, CO; her special niece, Deanna Forster and husband, Arthur of Los Alamos; their sons, Michael Forster and his wife, Hether of Albuquerque and David Forster and wife, Laura of Los Alamos; her nephew, Doug Toews and wife, Pam of Oregon and their son, Justin Toews, wife, Goldie, and their daughter, Julia Jocelyn of California; as well as many treasured friends. Memorial donations may be made to the R. Scott Rogers Memorial Fund, UNM Dept. of Psychiatry, School of Medicine, Albuquerque, NM 87131. Services will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 29, at St. Francis Episcopal Church in Rio Rancho, and also on Thursday, 3:00 p.m., at Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church in Los Alamos. Sunrise Society is serving the family, (891-8200).
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Sanchez -- In Memory of JULIUS SANCHEZ3/16/817/28/98A MILLION TIMES I'VE MISSED YOU, A MILLION TIMES I HAVE CRIED. MY HITO, IF LOVE COULD HAVE SAVED YOU, YOU NEVER WOULD HAVE DIED. I OFTEN SIT AND THINK OF YOU AND THINK OF HOW YOU DIED. TO THINK I COULD NOT SAY GOOD-BYE BEFORE YOU CLOSED YOUR EYES. IF I HAD ONE LIFETIME WISH, A DREAM THAT COULD COME TRUE, I WOULD PRAY TO GOD WITH ALL MY HEART, FOR YESTERDAY AND YOU. MAY YOU ALWAYS WALK IN SUNSHINE, AND GOD'S LOVE AROUND YOU FLOW. THE HAPPINESS YOU GAVE TO ME, IT BROKE MY HEART TO LOSE YOU, YOU DID NOT GO ALONE, A PART OF ME WENT WITH YOU, THE DAY GOD CALLED YOU HOME.YOUR MOTHER, SHIRLEY UNCONDITIONAL LOVE AND YOUR BROTHER, RAYMOND
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Sosa -- Priscilla C. Sosa, a resident of Albuquerque for 60 years, passed away on Saturday, July 24, 1999. She was a member of Holy Ghost Catholic Church. She is survived by her daughter, Patricia Sosa of Albuquerque; a son, Gilbert Sosa of Chicago, IL; a sister, Lucy Sisneros of Albuquerque. A Rosary will be recited on Thursday, July 29, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. in the Palm Chapel, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106. Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 29, 1999, from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., at Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, July 30, 1999, 10:30 a.m., at Holy Ghost Catholic Church, 833 Arizona SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Tafoya -- David Angelo Tafoya, 23, passed away July 25, 1999. He is survived by his son, Joseph Anthony Hernandez and Joseph's mother, Valerie; father, David Tafoya and family; mother, Tammy Garcia and family; sisters, Jeanene, Angela, Marie, Alicia, and Mariah; brother, Matthew; and numerous other family and friends who loved and will miss him. Both Memorial Rosary and Mass will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 29, 1999, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna Rd. NW. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, 343-8008.
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Valdez -- Mr. Thomas F. Valdez, 68, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on July 27, 1999. Mr. Valdez is survived by his beloved wife of 47 years, Elisa; three daughters, Diana Gomez, Maryann Marquez and husband, Albert, Lisa Portillo and husband, Tom; one son, Tom F. Valdez Jr. and wife, Rhonda; three sisters, Laverne Esposito, Louise Lasley, Evelyn Oates and husband, Larry; one brother, Pete Valdez and wife, Goldie; 14 grandchildren, Brian, Jason, John and Adam Valdez, Tommy Lee and Anthony Gomez, Christina, Brianne, Beverly, Merlinda and Valerie Marquez, Annamarie, Miranda and Angelica Portillo; two great-grandchildren, Andrew Lee Gomez and Alexis Valdez; his in-laws, Stella M. Baca and husband, Joe, Jennie Lopez, Claude Marino and wife, Chris and Joe Marino and wife, Cecilia; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Valdez was a member of the Catholic Church, a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during the Korean Conflict, a member of the Sheet Metal Workers Union #49, Life Member of the D.A.V. Chapter 3, and member of American Legion Post 13. Visitation will be Wednesday evening, from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., in the Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Church, 5415 Fortuna NW, with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by Gabriella Nieto. Final visitation will be Thursday morning in the church, from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m., with a Communion service at 9:00 a.m., Deacon Juan Barrajas, Officiant. Interment will follow in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery with full Military Honors. Pallbearers will be Brian, Jason, John and Adam Valdez, Tommy Lee and Anthony Gomez. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW, in charge of arrangements. 
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