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Ashley -- I miss Kay Ashley, and I miss Joe Holland - two wonderful people who died a year ago on July 29. Joan McDougall, Albuquerque
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Bartlett -- Phil K., 51, of Derby, KS, Science Teacher, Southeast High School, Wichita, KS, died Monday, July 26, 1999. Service 10:00 a.m., Friday, July 30, 1999, First Christian Church, Derby, KS. Survivors, wife, Jan; son, Tim; daughter, Amy of Derby, KS; parents, Earl and Juanita Bartlett of Perry, OK; brothers and sisters-in-law, Bill and Jan of Houston, TX, Richard and Glenda of Orinda, CA, Gary and Carolyn of Medford, OR; sister and brother-in-law, Judy and Peter Dobelbower of Oklahoma City, OK. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established with the Phil K. Bartlett Southeast High School Science Memorial Fund. Donations may be sent to Smith Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby, KS 67037.
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Brannon -- Dorothy Brannon, 78, a lifelong resident of New Mexico, died Tuesday, July 27, 1999. She is survived by her sons, Richard Brannon and wife, Judith of Fresno, CA and Alfred Ray Brannon; 11 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren. Mrs. Brannon was preceded in death by her husband, Elvin Brannon; and son, Cris Brannon. Graveside services will be held Saturday, 10:00 a.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, with Brother Herbert Watson officiating. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Friday, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
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Brown -- Arvin L (Brownie) Brown, 83, a resident of Albuquerque since 1949, died Tuesday, July 27, 1999. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Ethel E. Brown of Albuquerque; daughter, Mary E. Swinney and husband, Donald of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Tammy Branch and husband, Ed of Albuquerque, Joseph E. Brown, Jr. of Los Alamos, Sherry L. Wulf of Albuquerque, Barbara D. Straub and husband, Gerhard of Sonoma, CA, and Linda J. Crider and husband, Eric of Spokane, WA; great-grandchildren, Daniel Engler of Las Cruces, Jordan Wulf of Albuquerque, and Joshua Branch of Albuquerque; sister, Elizabeth Curtner and husband, Richard of Elephant Butte; brother, Granvel Brown of Dayton, OH and Gilbert Brown and wife, Pat of Newport, FL; and daughters-in-law, Karen R. Brown of Elephant Butte. He was preceded in death by his son, Joseph E. Brown, Sr. in 1997. Mr. Brown was a member of Bella Vista Baptist Church and he also retained his membership at Valley Creek Baptist Church in Elizabethtown, KY. He was a member of Mesa Lodge #58, AF & AM. Mr. Brown retired from Sandia Nation Labs several years ago. Services will be held Friday, July 30, 1999, 10:30 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Pastor Clyde M. Gilman officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Thursday, July 29, 1999, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Bella Vista Baptist School, 2800 Louisiana Blvd. NE, 87110.
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Brown -- Pauline Brown, 78, a resident of New Mexico since 1950 and of Albuquerque since 1957, passed away on Monday, July 26, 1999. Pauline was born May 15, 1921, the daughter of John and Pauline Keller Bareither in Snohomish, Washington. She had been a dental assistant until she retired. Pauline is survived by her husband, Glendon W. Brown of Albuquerque; sister, Bertha White of Albuquerque; niece, Arlene Rummel; and sister-in-law, Bertha Dietrich, both of Sacramento, CA; nephew, Ronald Reynolds of Albuquerque; sister-in-law, Georgia Shook of Albuquerque; sister-in-law, June Shafer of Orlando, FL. The service for Pauline will be held on Friday, July 30, 1999, 11:00 a.m., at the Calvary Lutheran Church in Rio Rancho, corner of Unser and Abrazo, with Pastor L.K. Hagen officiating. Interment will be at the National Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. Pallbearers will be Louis Lencioni, Lewis Moore, Robert D'Lamater, Ron Reynolds. The family suggests memorials to the charity of one's choice in Pauline's memory. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho.
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Carpenter -- Kenneth Stewart Carpenter, age 54, passed away on July 23, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Kathy of Albuquerque; son, Erik and his wife, Kristina of West Palm Beach, FL; daughter, Alija Carpenter of Albuquerque; mother, Lola Carpenter of Florida; brother, Doug and his wife, Debbie of Alaska; and his canine companion, Valia. Kenneth was a very devoted husband, father and friend. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. His passions were in motorcycles. Kenneth loved to fly fish. He was also involved with radio control airplanes and helicopters. Employed by Calvin Scott of Albuquerque as General Manager. He graduated from Pennsylvania Military College in Chester, Pennsylvania, now known as Widener College. Services will be held Saturday, July 31, 1999, 11:00 a.m., at the Chapel of Rio Rancho Funeral Home with The Reverend Peter Denlea officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials to: American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Arrangements under the care of Rio Rancho Funeral Home, 2400 Southern Blvd., 891-9192.
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Chavez -- The family of Ms. Eva Marie Chavez wishes to express their sincere appreciation to all relatives and friends who were so kind and supportive during their recent loss. Services entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th St. N.W. 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 a member of the 8th Air Force Historical Society. He served in the United States Air Force for 26 years, retiring as a CMSgt. 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, AL, 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. Contributions may be made to Birthright of Albuquerque, Inc. 209 Palomas Dr. NE Albuquerque, New Mexico 87108. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Cunnington -- Margaret A. Cunnington, age 69, of Los Alamos, passed away July 27, 1999 following a short illness and is now in the arms of our Lord. She is survived by her loving husband of 50 years, Eugene W. Cunnington; children, Michael and wife, Debra, Guy and wife, Gail, David and wife, Kimberly, and Debra Cunnington; ten grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; mother-in-law, Wilma Jensen; sisters-in-law, Candy Taylor and Carole Popoff; brother-in-law, Mike Cunnington. Rosary will be recited at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, Thursday, July 29, 1999 at 7:30 p.m. Burial Services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. Friday at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Memorial Contributions may be directed to the charity of your choice. Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa, Santa Fe, 984-8600. www.berardinelli-mortuary.com
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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 -- The family of Mr. Albert Gabaldon wishes to express their gratitude for the kind expressions of sympathy during their time of need. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors in charge of arrangements.
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Hippie -- Nell Louise Clayton Hippie passed away peacefully at Lovelace Hospital in Albuquerque on July 25, 1999. She was born on September 17, 1922, the daughter of the late Murphy and Effie Clayton of Bogahusa, Louisiana. Nell was a 1940 graduate of Mobile, Alabama. She began her nursing career in Littlefield, Texas, spending her free time on a ranch in Fort Summer, New Mexico. She went on to Cooke Country Hospital in Chicago, Illinois for further training as a nurse anesthetist before serving for nine months in the Navy during World War II. Nell was stationed in San Diego where she met and married her husband of 54 years, Ken Hippie (after only 3 dates) in July, 1945. Nell is survived by her husband, Kenneth; their four daughters and their spouses, Jane and Russ Reilly of Middlebury, VT, Barbara and Keith Mansfield and Bosque Farms, Patti and Randy White of Albuquerque and Pamela and Paul Hendershott of Boulder, CO; and her ten grandchildren, Jennifer, Jody and Lindsay Reilly, Morgan, Lillie and Clayton Mansfield, Kate and Justin White and Melissa and Brad Hendershott. Nell is also survived by a sister, June Clayton of Franklinton, Louisiana. She was predeceased by a sister, Elaine Foil; and brother, Murphy Jay Clayton. Ken was a pilot for TWA for 32 years and during that time they lived in Kansas City, Kansas, Levittown, NY, Huntington, NY and Fairfield, CT. They retired to Albuquerque in 1978. Nell was active in the Cosmopolitan Club and was a devoted volunteer at various hospitals in the communities in which they lived. Those friends wishing to celebrate Nell's life may join the family at a memorial service to be held Saturday, July 31, 10:00 a.m., at All Saint's Lutheran Church, at Paseo del Norte on Coors. In lieu of flowers, friends may make a memorial contribution to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Research Foundation, 5005 LBJ Freeway, Suite 370, Dallas, Texas 75244.
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Hoke -- Major Franklin E. Hoke, USAF (Retired), 82, passed away Tuesday, July 27, 1999. He leaves behind a legacy of his wife of 49 years, Toyoko of Albuquerque; three sons, Stephen E. Hoke and his wife, Joanne of Hinesburg, VT, Lt. Col. Franklin E. Hoke Jr., USAF of Rome, NY, and Richard T. Hoke and his wife, Dolores of Albuquerque; one daughter, Joanne of Massachusetts; seven grandchildren, Michael of Clearwater, FL, Jean Marie of Wilmington, DE, Alicia and Tiffany, both of Rome, NY, Charity of Los Lunas, and Ellisa, and Adam, both of Albuquerque; two great-grandchildren, Heather of Clearwater, FL and Joslyn of Los Lunas; two nephews, Larry of Oregon and John of Connecticut; and one niece, Dawn of Clinton, NY. Prior to retiring and moving to Albuquerque in 1993, Major Hoke was the Westampton Tax Collector for the State of New Jersey. Prior to this position, Major Hoke served as the General Manager of Interstate Storage and Pipeline Corporation in Jacksonville, NJ. He retired from the U.S. Air Force with 23 years of service to his country, serving in WWII and the Korean War. Major Hoke will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend. Graveside services with military honors will be held Friday, 11:30 a.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery, with Chaplain Major Jeffrey A. James, USAF officiating. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Thursday, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
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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 Funeral services will be held at the Santa Fe National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM on Thursday, July 29, 1999 at 1:30 p.m. There will be a gathering of friends and family at 5:00 p.m., to be announced. Burial arrangements are being provided by Metropolitan Direct Burial, 729 San Mateo Blvd, NE 766-9400
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Kolodner -- A memorial service and gathering of friends for Ethel Z. Kolodner, an architect and sculptor, will be held at the Tennis Club of Albuquerque, 2901 Indian School Road NE (enter off Girard), 7:00 p.m., Sunday, August 1, 1999. The organizations Ethel actively and ardently supported are the League of Women Voters, 5015 Prospect NE 87110; Right to Choose, P.O. Box 30586, 87190; and Jewish Family Services, 5850 Eubank NE 87111. The family appreciates your condolences and looks forward to your participation.
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Marquez -- Florencio Marquez, 71, a beloved father, grandfather, companion, brother and friend was called home to be with the Lord Tuesday, July 27, 1999 in Palm Springs, CA. Florencio was born in Marquez, NM; he was a well-known hair stylist and make-up artist for many years, established his shop on Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood, CA in April 1963; he quickly drew patrons from the motion picture and television industries; over the past 36 years his clientele included many male models, along with actors and business executives. Florencio, a former United States Marine, was a member of the Sierra Club and a long-time devoted member of the Miraole Mile Lions Club; an active hiker and horse rider; he was his horse stabled on his property. He leaves his companion of many years, Carolyne Hawley; his loving daughter, Loretta Nesting-Glass of Yuba City, CA; two precious grandsons, Wesley and Matthew Nesting; three brothers, Alex Marquez, Leo Marquez both of Albuquerque, Toby Marquez of North Hollywood, CA; and two sisters, Virginia Chavez and husband, Paul of Albuquerque and Lolita LeBlanc and husband, Billy of Erath, LA; and a host of friends. He will be greatly missed by his loving family and friends. Visitations will be held Friday 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, where a Rosary will be recited Friday evening at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Saturday at 9:00 a.m. at St. Therese Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Military honors will be accorded by the Disabled American Veterans, Chapter III. For floral assistance, please call 243-5222. Funeral services are under the care and direction of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave., SW.
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Mohler -- Fern Skousen Mohler, a resident of Albuquerque for 60 years, passed away on Monday, July 26, 1999. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 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 Oates 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 Black, Tom DuBois, 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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Nance -- A Memorial Service for John A. Nance will be held at St. John's United Methodist Church, Friday at 1:00 p.m., July 30, 1999, 2626 Arizona NE.
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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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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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Strawmyer -- Lula B. Strawmyer, age 98, passed away quietly July 28, 1999. She was born in Russiaville, IN, on May 1, 1901, and was preceded in death by her husband, Alva H. Strawmyer. She and her husband moved to Albuquerque from Washington, D.C. after her husband's retirement in 1954. Both had been very active in Masonic and Shrine activities in Washington, D.C. She had been a resident of Manzano Del Sol since it opened in 1980. She is survived by a nephew, James T. Thompson and his wife, Corinne of Albuquerque; a niece, Helen Baker and her husband, Lawrence of Indianapolis, IN. At her request, no services will be held.
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Valdez -- Final visitation for Mr. Thomas F. Valdez will be Thursday morning, from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m., with a Communion service at 9:00 a.m. in the Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Church, 5415 Fortuna Rd. NW, Deacon Juan Barrajas, Officiant. Interment will follow in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW, in charge of arrangements. .DMP
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