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Apodaca -- PAULINE ROMERO APODACAMOTHERS NEVER DIEThey just keep house in the sky. As we grew up, she teaches us truth and lays life's foundation in the day's of our youth.And then it is time for us to leave home. But her teaching goes with us wherever we roam. MOTHERS are special and wonderfully wise.... As she grows older, we look back with LOVE. Knowing that MOTHERS are GIFTS from above.When she goes home to receive her reward, she will dwell in GOD'S kingdom and keep house for the LORD. Where she'll"light up" the stars that shine through the night. And keep all the moon beams sparkling and bright. And then with the dawn she'll put the darkness away. As she scours the sun to new brilliance each day.So, dry tears of sorrow for MOTHERS DON'T DIE They just move in with GOD....From your family--Connie, Johnny, Adeline, Anna Mae, Marleen--and your NEW GRANDSON...CAEL JOHN PAUL--and all those you miss & love you...Say"Hi!" to Daddi-o.....
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Beck -- Clarence Dempsey Beck, 70, a resident of New Mexico since 1945, died Monday, August 2, 1999. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Florence Beck of Sandia Park, NM; sister, Cherie Henson of Albuquerque; nephews, Eric Deshler of Oakdale, CA and Adam Deshler of Albuquerque; and grandchildren, Tara Sweeney, Cherie Sweeney, and Erin Sweeney, all of Woodbridge, VA. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Heidi Beck in 1987. Mr. Beck taught at N.M.M.I. and T.V.I. in New Mexico, and Western State College in Gunnison, CO. He was a Civil War buff and spoke German fluently. Mr. Beck was a member of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church. He was a member of the New Mexichords for many years. Services will be held Friday, 11:00 a.m., at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 12121 N. Hwy. 14, Cedar Crest, NM, with Pastor Reuben Steinbronn officiating. Interment will take place at 1:30 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 12121 N. Hwy. 14, Cedar Crest, NM 87008. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Collins -- John D. Collins, born July 10, 1925, died peacefully August 1, 1999 at home. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Mary Jo Collins. He served his country in WWII from November 1943 to January 1946. He was wounded in combat and received a purple heart. He is survived by his daughter, Susan DeArmond and husband, Gene and, their two sons, Jon and Richard of Las Cruces, NM; sons, Mike Collins, Steve Collins and wife, Elodie, and their daughters, Emily and Sarah. Mr. Collins will lie in state Thursday, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE. Interment will be in the Santa Fe National Cemetery, Friday, 11:00 a.m. August 6. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Presbyterian Hospice, 8300 Constitution Ave. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, are in charge of arrangements.
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Craig -- Florence E. Craig was born on 2/21/19. She was a native of No. Dak. She lived there until the age of 21 when she graduated from the Mercy Hospital School of Nursing as a registered nurse. She volunteered to enter World War II in the Army Air Force. She became a Lt. in 1942 and served as a surgical nurse. At the end of the war she lived in California and resided there until moving to New Mexico in 1989 with her husband, Jack. She is survived by a daughter, Barbara of Stillwater, MN; and two grandsons, Shawn of Minneapolis, MN and Chad who is currently in the Marine Corps. She is also survived by her sister, Lucille from Hastings, MN; and two brothers, Patrick Martin and Jack Martin, both from North Dakota. She also has 18 nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack; brother, Mike; and two sisters, Laverne and Cecilia. Rosary services will be held at Vista Verde Mortuary on Thursday evening at 7:30 p.m. followed by a Mass on Friday, 10:30 a.m., at St. Thomas Aquinas Church in Rio Rancho. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the American Cancer Society.
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Dickason -- Don L. Dickason, 92, a resident of Albuquerque since the early 1930's after moving her from the Oklahoma Territory, died Monday, August 2, 1999. He is survived by his nephew, William D. Collier and wife, Betty of Albuquerque; niece, Betty Higgins Gentry and husband, Paul of Albuquerque; great-nephew, William L. Collier; great-nieces, Candace Collier, Dawn Campbell, Linda Higgins, Alice Ann Wylie, and Lori Sturgess; and numerous great-great-nieces and nephews. Mr. Dickason was preceded in death by his wife, Mabel, in 1992. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge, York Rite, Rio Grande Chapter, Ballut Abyad Shrine Temple, and B.P.O. Elks Lodge #461. Mr. Dickason began practicing law in New Mexico in 1932. In 1934, he became partner in Rodey, Dickason Law Firm, before retiring in 1971. Mr. Dickason served with the New Mexico State Senate for 12 years, from 1936 to 1948, and he was Majority Floor Leader for six of those 12 years. Services will be held Thursday, August 5, 1999, 1:30 p.m., at Monte Vista Christian Church, 3501 Campus Blvd. NE, with Reverend Fred W. Dorisse officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be provided by B.P.O. Elks Lodge #461. Memorial contributions may be made to the New Mexico Boys and Girls Ranch, 6209 Hendrix NE 87110, or the Animal Humane Association of New Mexico, Inc., 615 Virginia SE 87108. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Done -- LILLIAN LAMAE ANDREWS DONE Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend, Lillian LaMae Andrews Done, passed away on August 4, 1999, from heart failure. She was surrounded by many of her family members and knew of our love for her. Lillian was born February 26, 1915, in Ogden, Utah to Lorenzo and Lillian Andrews. She attended Ogden City schools. In October 1940, Lillian was called to serve as a missionary in the Spanish American Mission serving in south Texas. While there she met her sweetheart, Melvin Done. Lillian and Melvin were married for time and all eternity in the Salt Lake Temple June 11, 1943. Their home was blessed with six children and they spent their lives together living in Utah, Albuquerque, New Mexico, and most recently, Washington, Utah. Lillian lived a life of service to her family, her church and her friends. She served faithfully and well in the auxiliaries of the LDS Church. She loved the gospel of Jesus Christ and taught her children by example. Lillian loved to sew and made many beautiful quilts for her family and friends. Lillian and Melvin were privileged to serve two missions in the Guatemala City Temple from 1984-87. While there she served as an assistant Temple Matron and loved serving the Guatemalan people. In 1996, Lillian suffered a stroke but she courageously fought the hardships and strived to regain her abilities so that she could continue to be of service and support to her family and friends. Lillian is survived by her husband, Melvin J. Done of Washington, Utah; James (Kathy) Done of Des Moines, Iowa; Kathleen (Rudy) Johansen of Orem; Barbara (Sam) Williams of Washington, Utah, Linda (David) DeMott of Suffern, New York, Brenda Susoev of Washington, Utah; Peggy (Sergio) Menegassi of Vernal, Utah; 33 grandchildren, and 9 great grandsons. She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers, sisters and by her granddaughter, Stacy Pilling. Funeral services under the direction of Walker Sanderson Funeral Home of Orem, will be held Friday, August 6, at 11:00 a.m. in the Sharon Second Ward Chapel, 641 South 400 East, Orem, Utah. Friends may call Friday at the church from 9:00-10:45 a.m. prior to the services. Interment will be in the Orem City Cemetery.
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Foghorn -- Roy R. Foghorn, 75, a beloved father and grandfather was called home to be with the Lord July 27, 1999. Roy was born in Toadlena, NM on August 27, 1924; he served his country in the United States Marine Corp; he was a member of the American Legion Post #100. Mr. Foghorn was employed by the Mossman and Gladden Co. for approximately 20 years, then went into business for himself. He is survived by his children, Timothy, Carmen, Phyllis, James and wife, Rose all of Albuquerque; seven grandchildren, Briana, Jarod, William, Natasna, Julian, Laudree and Daniela. He will be greatly missed by his loving family. Graveside services will be conducted today at 10:30 a.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Services are in the care and direction of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave., S.W.
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Galindo -- Edmundo Galindo, 69, a beloved husband, father and grandfather was called home to be with the Lord Tuesday, August 3, 1999. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated this morning at 9:30 a.m. at San Jose Catholic Church. Services are in the care and direction of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave., S.W.
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Gibson -- Grace R. Gibson, 86, a former resident of Albuquerque from 1949 to 1979, and a resident of Taos since 1979, died Tuesday, July 13, 1999. She was born January 8, 1913 in Coyville, Kansas. Mrs. Gibson is survived by her daughter, Patricia Randall and husband, John; grandsons, Keith Randall and Boyd Randall and wife, Lisa; great-grandson, Hayden Randall, all of Taos; sisters, Mary Browning of California and Maymie Knapp of Kansas; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband of almost 60 years, Paul G. Gibson; and two brothers and one sister. Mrs. Gibson was a member of Ranchos Presbyterian Church, and San Marcial Chapter #34 OES. She had previously served on the Advisory Board of Albuquerque Assembly #20, Order of the Rainbow for Girls and was awarded the Grand Cross of Color degree. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held Sunday, 2:30 p.m. at Ranchos Presbyterian Church in Ranchos de Taos. Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, or to Ranchos Presbyterian Church. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Harris -- ROBERT MITCHELL HARRIS Born February 14, 1935 in Norton, TX, to Robert R. and Rose Harris, the first of two children. The family moved to Sterling City, Texas, then to San Angelo, Texas, where Robert graduated from high school in 1953. Harris then joined the United States Armed Forces and served from 1956-1963. He was assigned to the Telecommunications Division at Clark AFB in the Philippines for 18 months, then re-assigned to Offutt AFB in Omaha, Nebraska for the remainder of his military career. In 1958, Harris met and married Suzy Thatcher in Spur, TX (10-10-58). The couple have three children, Robert Michael (Mike) Harris, 39, of Hereford, TX. Mike is married with three children. Randall Matthew Harris, 38, of Clovis, NM. Randall is married with two children. And Ronne Mark Harris, 36, of Clovis, NM. Ronne is married with four children. In 1963, the Harris family moved to Wilcox, AZ, where Harris was employed at Valley Telephone Co. In 1965, the Harris family moved to Dell City, TX, where Harris was employed at Dell City Telephone Coop. In 1968, the Harris family moved to Lubbock, TX, where Harris was employed at Hicks and Ragland Engineering Co. In 1969, the Harris family moved to Hereford, TX, where Harris was employed for 14 years at West Texas Rural Telephone Coop. In 1974, the Harris family moved to Clovis, NM, where Harris took the reigns as General Manager of ENMR Telephone Coop. When Harris assumed the position the Electric and Power Coop. had recently separated into independent entities. In 1980, Harris moved ENMR from the Commerce Street location to North of Clovis, addressed 7111 N. Prince. When Harris began his tenure with ENMR it has six employees. When he retired in 1995, ENMR employed over 200 employees. Harris is credited with his innovative and progressive management skills, especially in the area of cellular communication, interactive television, distance learning, and major fiber optic networking. After Harris' retirement in May of 1995, he enjoyed bass fishing, traveling, and dirt track racing. Harris also acquired his pilot's license after age 50. Preceded in death by his father, Robert R. Harris; and step-father, Holvey Enochs. His survived by his mother, Rose Enochs; brother, Jackie Don Harris of Eldorado, TX; also his wife, Suzy; three sons and daughters-in-law, Mike and DeAnn of Hereford, TX, Randall and Traci, and Ronne and Dana of Clovis, NM; also nine grandchildren, Matthew, Mitchell, Megan, Ryan, Lindsay, Jessica, Jaryse, Rustin and Rallin. Harris was a member of the Summerfield Baptist Church where he taught Sunday school to young people in the 1970's. He coached Little League in Hereford, TX. Harris was also a member of several civic organizations, including the Lions Club, the Masons, the Shriners, and a board member of Ned Houk Motorsports Complex. Services are scheduled for Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at First Church of the Nazarene, 1800 Norris, in Clovis, NM. Pallbearers will be Tom Hyer, Ronnie Scott, Roger Dial, Rocky Martin, Donnie Lewellyn, Sandy Vandevander, Kenny Wilhite, and Tim Groff. Honorary pallbearers will be Ben Hillock, Wylie Snyder, Dudley Harden, Vincent Gallagher, Eddie Pullman, Jerry Cryar, Gary Elliott, Glen Fuller, David Lawson, Andy Anderson, Kay Harmon, Bryan Cherry and Russell Harmon. Memorials and donations can be made to the Clovis, NM and Hereford, TX Make a Wish Foundation, The Baptist Children's Home in Portales, NM, or the Clovis Police Dept. and/or the Curry County Sheriff's Office.
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Kerr -- Hal Lyn Kerr, Jr., age 89, died early Wednesday morning, August 4, 1999, in Los Alamos. He was born June 15, 1910, in the Territory of New Mexico to Hal and Carrie Kerr. He grew up on the Lazy E Ranch east of Deming, New Mexico. He attended schools in Texas, New Mexico, California, and Tennessee. Hal was a member of the first New Mexico State Police in 1935. He met and married Mary Jo Reeves in Estancia, New Mexico. They lived in Tucumcari, Clovis, Vaughn, Santa Fe, and Albuquerque. The war came along and Hal worked for the Albuquerque Corp of Engineers; being stationed in Albuquerque, Santa Fe, White Sands, and Kingman, Arizona. He came to Los Alamos with a maintenance company called the Zia Company, maintaining the houses for 29 years. Hal had an appraisal business for 12 years or so, and finally settled for a winter place to play golf in Scottsdale, Arizona, and summer in the greatest place of all, Los Alamos, New Mexico. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Mary Jo; two children, Carrie Sue Vandervoort and husband, Ray, and son, Hal Jay Kerr; grandchildren, Susan Bailey and husband, Marc, Nancy Riebe and husband, Chuck, Adriana Lyn Kerr, Alissa Maria Goddard and husband, Grant, and Daniel Hal Kerr; great-grandchildren, Jake, Michelle, and Matt Bailey and Megan and Sarah Riebe. Funeral services will be held Friday, August 6, 1999, at 10:00 a.m., at the First Baptist Church in Los Alamos with Howard Reynolds officiating. Burial will follow at Guaje Pines Cemetery. McGee Memorial Chapel Mortuary 1320 Luisa Street 983-9151
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Kirkpatrick -- R. Steve Kirkpatrick, age 47. A memorial service will be conducted on Thursday, August 5, 1999, 2:00 p.m., at St. John's United Methodist Church. A reception will follow at the Elk's Lodge. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Elks C and B Trust, in care of Santa Fe BPOE #460, Santa Fe, NM. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa, Santa Fe, 984-8600. www.berardinelli-mortuary.com
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Luna -- Lorraine Tixier Luna, 76, a lifelong resident of New Mexico, died Tuesday, August 3, 1999, after a brief illness. She was born on March 11, 1923 to Domisinda Vigil Tixier and Federico B. Tixier, near Clayton, at Ariba la Mesa. She was preceded by her husband of 59 years, James J. Luna on October 18, 1998; and her beloved son, J.J. She is survived by her daughter, Yvonne Luna Lee and husband, Peter; granddaughter, Lorraine Luna; brother, John Tixier and wife, Nona; and sister, Ida Lungford and husband, John. The Tixier and Vigil families are a part of New Mexico's ranching history. Mrs. Luna was a member of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. Rosary will be recited Friday, 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. Ne, with Kathy Garcia reciting. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, 9:30 a.m. at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1818 Coal Pl. SE, with Father Julian Rousseau, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Peter Lee, Jonathan Harrell, Phillip Martinez, Daniel Lucero, Leroy Paulson, and Debra Heimel. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Friday, 6:30 p.m. to time of rosary.
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Oelsner -- Ronald M. Oelsner, 65, a resident of the Albuquerque area for 39 years, died Monday, August 2, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Margaret L. Oelsner of the family home; daughter, Kathy Oelsner Sandoval and husband, Frank; son, Kurt A. Oelsner; granddaughter, Maggie Sandoval all of Albuquerque; and brother, Richard A. Oelsner and wife, Marjorie of Clinton Township, MI. Mr. Oelsner had retired from Sandia National Laboratories after 35 years. Cremation has taken place and private memorial services will take place in Bovina Center, NY. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Peralta -- Our beloved mother and grandmother, Helen O. Peralta Sr., 94, passed away Monday morning, August 2, 1999, at St. Joseph's Hospital. She raised her family in Albuquerque and was a devoted member of the St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Helen will be best remembered as a loving parent and grandparent, and involved and supportive church goer, and a contributor to community activities. Helen was in love with festive activities that included decorating her home for Christmas, dressing up for any holiday occasion, doing"intregas", leading"marchas," and going to any event that included music and dancing. She frequently attended Martinez Town, John Marshall, and 7th Street Meal Sites and Senior groups while she was able and made many close friends through the years. Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Manfor Peralta; and her daughter, Helen Pena, and is survived by one son, Manford Peralta, Jr. and wife, Lucy; one daughter, Ruby Archuleta and husband, Alex; one nephew, Leo Lueras and wife, Mela; nine grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. Helen's grandchildren, Lucille Garcia, Marlene Johnson, Sharon McManis, Glenda Gutierrez and Crystal Garcia-Vigil wish to thank God and their immediate family members for allowing them to provide 24-hour hospital care during the last 15 days of their grandmother's life. They are grateful that God blessed them with the opportunity to show their love to someone who cared for them since they were born. Viewing on Thursday, August 5, at the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 3rd St. SW, from 6:00 p.m. until the time of the Rosary, which will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be conducted on Friday, August 6, at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 820 Broadway SE, where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Helen will be laid to rest beside her husband, daughter and sister at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery following the Mass. The family will be at the home of Manford and Lucy Peralta, Jr., 1620 Princeton SE. Pallbearers will be Adan Garcia, Paul Fisher, Ken McManis, Tommy Gutierrez, Glen Archuleta, Brandon McManis, Justin McManis, Leo Lueras, and Michael Johnson. Honorary pallbearers will be Thomas Ray Gutierrez, Mark Coca and Joshua Vigil. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 3rd St. SW.
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Richards -- Clifton W. Richards, age 82, born on May 3, 1917 in Stanley, New Mexico passed away on Tuesday August 3, 1999 in Westminster, Colorado. He graduated from Estancia High School. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Ollie J. Richards of Westminster, Colorado; one son, Clifton E. Richards of Westminster, Colorado; one daughter, Patricia Pryde and son-in-law, Stephen Pryde both of Broomfield, Colorado; two granddaughters, Cynthia Spitz of Fort Collins, Colorado, and Nadine Richards of Western Australia; two great-granddaughters, Kaitlyn Spitz of Fort Collins, Colorado, Ryan Spitz and grandson-in-law, Chris Spitz both of For Collins, Colorado; five brothers, Paul Richards of Grand Junction, Colorado, Tom Richards of Grand Junction, Colorado, Bill Richards of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Charles Richards of Farmington, New Mexico, James Richards of Albuquerque, New Mexico; one sister, Lucille Skulley of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Donations may be made to the American Heart Association PO Box 90790 Albuquerque, New Mexico 87199. Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 7, 1999 in the Chapel of Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors 3113 Carlisle Blvd NE. Albuquerque, New Mexico 87110. Interment will follow in Sandia Memory Gardens 700 Yale Blvd. SE Albuquerque, New Mexico 87106. Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle Blvd. NE in charge of arrangements.
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Salazar -- Andrew Porfie Salazar, 45, passed away August 3, 1999. He was preceded in death by his father, Beltran Salazar and brother, Raul Salazar. He is survived by his wife, Elaine and children of the family home; mother, Lola Salazar; brother, Johnny Salazar; sisters, Rosalie Juarez, Martha Burns, Edwina Valdez, Cathy McDonald and numerous other nieces, nephews, family and friends who loved and will miss him. Memorial services will be held at St. Edwins Catholic Church with a rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 5, 1999, and mass to be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, August 6, 1999, Fr. Jose Hernendez, celebrant. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be John W. Mares, Danny Montoya, Lorenzo Otero, Alan Jaramillo, Alan Vik, and Joe Moreno. Honorary pallbearers will be Jason Pena, and Joey Garza. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Andrew Salazar Memorial Fund at any First Security Bank. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. 343-8008.
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Stanton -- George B. Stanton, born November 15, 1958, of Albuquerque, passed away August 2, 1999 due to complications from a bone marrow transplant in September 1998. George was a member of Faith in Christ Lutheran Church. He was a Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker, SMWIA Local 49. He is survived by his wife Wanda; daughter, Heidi; and son, Jeremy; parents, George C. and Ruth Stanton; two sisters, Diane Jacobson of Conifer, CO and Barbara Emblem of Los Lunas; six nephews and six nieces. A Memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m., Saturday, August 7, at Faith in Christ Lutheran Church (Indian School @ Chelwood). In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family, c/o New Mexico Educators Federal Credit Union. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 265-5959 
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