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Baca -- Mrs. Josefita G. Baca, 84, beloved mother, sister, aunt and friend, affectionately known to everyone as"Nana Baca", passed into our Lord's loving embrace on August 26, 1999. She was surrounded by her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren when she passed over. Nana Baca was a woman of great faith who overcame many obstacles in her life. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Her children and grandchildren adored her and showered her with love and affection. She led by example. She asked for very little and gave everything to those she loved. All her family sought her advice and blessings on a daily basis. She was born on August 16, 1915 in Las Nutrias, New Mexico to Pablo Gonzales and Rupertita Apodaca. She was preceded in death by her husband, Pedro G. Baca; her father, Pablo Gonzales and step-mother, Isabelita Gonzales. Mrs. Baca is survived by her 11 children, Santos and Mary Baca, Ben and Margaret Baca, Rupe Romero and companion, Ernest Mora, Robert and Virginia Baca, Joe"Lelo" and Barbara Baca, Jenny and Mike Mirabal, Paul and Isabel Baca, Patsy and Clovis Apodaca, Maxine and Rudy Mora, Chris and Jeanette Baca and Isaac and Yvonne Baca; 42 grandchildren; 60 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; one brother, Felipe Gonzales and wife, Bea; five sisters, Edith Aragon, Georgia Chavez and husband, Gene, Rose Costales and husband, Nestor, Bernice Costales and husband, Billy and Lala Gonzales. A Rosary was recited Friday evening in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel. Final visitation will be Saturday morning, from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m., in the Holy Family Church, 562 Atrisco SW, with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m., Father Jack, Celebrant. Eulogies will be delivered by grandsons, Leroy and Marcos Baca. Interment will follow in the San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Santos Baca Jr., Ben Baca Jr., Joey Romero Jr., Dennis Baca, Pete Baca III and Michael Mirabal Jr. Honorary pallbearers will be Gerald Baca, Patrick Apodaca, Pete Mora, Marcos Baca and Cecilia McAfee. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW, in charge of arrangements.
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Baldonado -- RICHARD E. BALDONADO August 30, 1998 Anniversary Mass, August 29th, 1999, 10 a.m., at Holy Family Church, 562 Atrisco SW. A year has gone by and it seems like yesterday. I Miss you and Love you. Auntie Eleanor
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Banks -- Chad Arnold Banks, 46, passed away August 26, 1999. He was born in Plainview, Texas, grew up in Lubbock, Texas, graduated from Texas Tech University, and had resided in Albuquerque for the past 14 years. He is survived by wife, Joi Banks; brother, Keith Banks and Donna; sister, Sharon Feagin and husband, Joe; 15 nieces and nephews; other family and friends who will miss him. A Memorial service will be held at Sandia Nazarene Church, 2810 Louisiana NE, on Sunday, August 29, 1999, at 2:00 p.m., with Pastor Kevin Eldridge officiating. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW, 343-8008.
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Chavez -- Lilly Chavez, 88, a longtime resident of Polvadera, NM, and currently living with her daughter in Dover, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, August 22, 1999. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clemente in 1987. Lilly was a member of the Catholic Church in Polvadera, NM. She is survived by her daughter, Maryann Baker and her husband, Mark; five grandchildren, Aubrey Lewis and her husband, Brad, Aaron and his wife, Christy, Andrew and Colleen Baker; four great-grandchildren, Ethan and Elizabeth Lewis and Lillian, and Aerial Baker; sister, Neph Garcia and her husband, Justiniano; sisters-in-law, Philomena Chavez and Lucy; brothers-in-law, Oscar, Moises and Luciano Chavez. She is also survived by her many loving nieces and nephews. A viewing will be held on Sunday, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., followed by a Rosary at 6:00 p.m. at Romero Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. Interment will take place in the Polvadera Cemetery. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.
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Cole -- Charles H. Cole, 67, a resident of Albuquerque since 1977 died Tuesday August 24, 1999. He was born on January 20, 1932 in Memphis, Tennessee. Mr. Cole is survived by his wife of 46 years, Gloria; son, Jeffery L. Cole; daughter-in-law, Lynn and grandson, Daniel, all of Palmyra, Virginia; son, Thomas D. Cole of Albuquerque; and a brother, John L. Cole of Gulf Shores, Alabama. After retiring from the Air Force in 1980 Charles and Gloria owned and operated Sandia Safe & Lock Co. until 1991. Mr. Cole was a certified master locksmith, a member of the DAV, American Legion, VFW, and the Chosin Few. A memorial service will be held Saturday August 28, 1999 at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle Blvd. NE with pastor Larry Moss of Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church officiating. In lieu of flowers the family prefers memorials to the American Diabetes Association 525 San Pedro NE 87018. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE are in charge of arrangements.
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Gurule -- Beatrice Gurule, born July 14, 1915, passed away on Wednesday, August 25, 1999 after a long illness. She is survived by her son, Gilbert Madrid of Albuquerque, New Mexico; daughters, Nancy Herrera and husband, William of Garden Grove, California, Theresa Brenno and husband, Don of Smithville, Missouri, Bernadette Candelaria and husband, JJ of Albuquerque, New Mexico; daughter-in-law, Barbara Madrid of Las Vegas, New Mexico; ten grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Monico Madrid; and her second husband, Eulalio Gurule; her son, Monico W. Madrid. She was a resident of New Mexico for 84 years, and the oldest of 13 children. She was a member of Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Visitation will be held at 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Friday, August 27, 1999 at Palm Chapel 1100 Coal Ave SE. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Friday, August 27, 1999 at Palm Chapel. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9:00 a.m. Saturday, August 28, 1999 at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church with Father Johnny Lee Chavez officiating. Pallbearers will be Steve Blair, Mark Madrid, Chad Wheeler, Monico Candelaria, Jerry Madrid, Melissa Herrera. Honorary Pallbearers will be Machelle Madrid, Monica Blair, Monique Brenno, Katrese Wheeler, Mindy Brenno Kendra Candelaria, Brenna Wheeler. Interment will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery 1900 Edith Blvd. NE Albuquerque, New Mexico 87102. Strong-Thorne Mortuary 1100 Coal Ave SE in charge of arrangements.
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Hitchens -- Garry C. Hitchens, age 61, a resident of Los Lunas for 16 years, passed away on Thursday, August 26, 1999. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Marla Hitchens of Los Lunas; two daughters, Sharon Parner of Los Lunas, Deborah Angeli of Albuquerque; two sons, Garry Hitchens of Wilmington, DE, Patrick Hitchens and wife, Debra of Chandler, AZ; two sisters, Anne Thomas of Delaware, Penny McMahan of Delaware; seven brothers, Edward Hitchens of Delaware, Daniel Hitchens of Delaware, Bill Hitchens of Delaware, Mike Hitchens of Delaware, Robert Hitchens of Delaware, Willis Hitchens of Delaware, Charles Hitchens of Delaware; four grandchildren, Giavanna, Hunter, Haley and Brittany. Garry was a kind and generous man with a quick wit and a great sense of humor. He loved his family, enjoyed his home, traveling, and his four dogs. He was a member of Local 412. Services are pending. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, PO Box 90790, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87199. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Latimer -- V.W. Latimer, 65, passed away on August 27, 1999 at home, in Albuquerque after an intense illness. He was born and educated in West Texas. After serving in the Navy, he worked memorable years at the Lubbock cotton compress. V.W. later owned and operated an excavation company in Central Texas with his Dad. He, simultaneously, traveled this and other countries, working with a commercial concrete company. he became a longtime resident of Albuquerque, where he and his wife had a construction company specializing in design and tile installation. V.W. later spent many dedicated years in sales and managements, serving the ceramic tile industry. V.W. is survived by his wife, Linda; three sons; two granddaughters; one grandson; brother-in-law; three nieces; a nephew; many cousins; and Bud. He was"Dad" to Bill, Bobby and Brando,"Grandad" to Brian, Becca and Sandra. his sons, Bill Latimer and his wife, JoBeth with grandchildren, Becca and Brian are of Amarillo, TX, Brando Tucker of Albuquerque, Bobby Tucker and his wife, Sherry with granddaughter, Sandra are of Ft. Benning, GA. V.W. was brother-in-law to Charles Kilpatrick of Oregon and"Uncle Bubba" to Laura and Theresa of Oregon, Charlsa of Nevada and Brad of California V.W. was predeceased by an only brother; only sister; and his parents. Visitation will be held at Strong-Thorne from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Monday. Funeral services are to be in the Palm Chapel at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 31, 1999 followed immediately by interment at the Veteran's National Cemetery in Santa Fe. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Maestas -- Max Maestas (Today is your Birthday) If I had only known it was the last time I would hear your voice. I'd have kept you safe at home like a life line to my heart. If I had known, I'd never hear your voice again, I'd have memorized each thing you ever said and on lonely nights I could think of them once more. I've kept your words alive inside my head. If I had known it was my last night by your side, I've have prayed a miracle would stop the dawn. You winked at me in intensive care and I looked into your eyes and made sure you knew my love for you goes on and on. If I had only known the love I would have shown, if I had only known you were the treasure in my hand. You were the one who always stood beside me. So unaware I foolishly believed that you would always be there, but then I left for some rest and came back and held you close for a second and you slipped away from me forever. I am everything I am because you loved me. I miss you and love you more every day. I Love You. Your wife, Dora
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Olguin -- Manuel Olguin, 81, passed away Thursday, August 26, 1999 at his home in San Antonio, New Mexico. He was born April 10, 1918 to Miguel and Isabel Romero Olguin in San Pedro, New Mexico. Manuel was the owner of Manny's Buckhorn Burger in San Antonio, NM since 1943. He is survived by his sons, Michael and wife, Matejka of Socorro, NM, Robert and wife, Debbie of San Antonio, NM, and Larry of Albuquerque; daughter, Edith F. Shaw of Bosque Farms; brother, Ernest Olguin of Los Angeles, CA; sister, Francis Padilla of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Ryan, Kristen, Michael Jr., Chris, Ashley, Kori, Michael Albert, Patrick, Tara, Cameron, Reanna and Katherine. Visitation will be Sunday, August 29, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., at Steadman-Hall. Rosary will be recited Sunday, August 29, 7:00 p.m., at the San Antonio Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday, August 30, 10:00 a.m., at the San Antonio Catholic Church with Father Bill Sanchez as Celebrant. Interment will be in the San Antonio Cemetery. arrangements by Steadman-Hall Funeral Home, Socorro, New Mexico.
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Pease -- Lucy Haley Pease, 77, a resident of Albuquerque since 1953, died peacefully with her family on Wednesday, August 25, 1999. She is survived by her husband, Marshall A. Pease of Albuquerque; daughter, Jane Clarke and husband, John of Albuquerque; sons, Steve Haley and wife, Sharla of Cedar Crest and Mark Haley and wife, Terry of Albuquerque; stepson, Craig Pease and wife, Tracy of Salt Lake City, UT; 12 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be held Saturday, August 28, 1999, 2:00 p.m., at Immanuel Presbyterian Church, 114 Carlisle SE (one block south of Central), with Rev. Chris Lieberman officiating. Private disposition will take place. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers contributions may be made to Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation, Presbyterian Hospice Homecare, P.O. Box 26666, 87125-6666 or American Cancer Society, Attn: Melissa Vialpando, 5800 Lomas NE, 87110. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Perea -- James Felisciano Perea, 24, my precious son, born February 6, 1975, passed on to the Kingdom of Heaven on August 23, 1999. James is survived by his mother, Therese Perea; grandparents, Marvin and Eugenia Rogers; loving aunts, uncles, cousins and many, many dear friends."And I say unto you, ask, and it shall be given you; seek and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you." A Memorial service will be held at Victory Outreach Ministries, 913 Sunset Blvd. SW, Albuquerque, NM, Saturday, August 28, 1999 at 10:00 a.m. Cremation arrangements made by Sunrise Society of NM, 891-8200.
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Prokosch -- Donald H. Prokosch, 62, passed away unexpectedly on August 25. He is survived by his loving wife, Barbara; sons, Matt and Mark, both of Albuquerque; brother, Bill of Livermore, CA; his mother-in-law, Martha Brown of Albuquerque; his brother-in-law and sister-in-law, George and Donna Rehm of Saranac Lake, NY; seven nieces and nephews; and 13 great-nieces and nephews. Don was born in Albuquerque to William and Gertrude Prokosch. He was working for the Gardner Zemke Company where he was a faithful and longtime employee. Don was a charter member of Sandia Presbyterian Church. Viewing will be held at Fitzgerald & Son, 3113 Carlisle Blvd. NE, Friday, August 27, from 3:00 p.m., with family visitation from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The Funeral service will be held Saturday, August 28, 11:00 a.m., at Sandia Presbyterian Church, 10704 Paseo del Norte NE, with the Rev. Dewey Johnson officiating. Pallbearers are Matt Prokosch, Mark Prokosch, Bill Prokosch, George Rehm, David Prokosch, Mike Prokosch. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorials to be made to Sandia Presbyterian Church. Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle Blvd. NE, in charge of arrangements.
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Robertson -- Annie Robertson died peacefully at home on Tuesday, August 24, 1999 at 4:45 a.m. at the age of 56. She is survived by her four cats; two dogs; and many dear friends. She wanted to thank everyone for their friendship and ask them to be happy for her, to sing a song and dance a jig. Cremation has taken place and no traditional memorial services will be held per her request. In lieu of flowers etc. please send donations to the Animal Humane Association of New Mexico. For further information please call Melonie at 341-2604 arrangements handled by Direct Services 2919 4th NW Alb. NM 87107 ph # 343-8008.
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Ruiz -- Mr. Rene Ruiz, 62, of Albuquerque, passed away August 25, 1999. He was born August 20, 1937 in Arenal, Jalisco, Mexico. He lived in El Paso, Texas, where he attended the University of Texas at El Paso and began working for the El Paso Casket Company. He continued his employment with the Batesville Casket Company until his retirement in 1996. Mr. Ruiz was active as a referee and coach in the soccer leagues and supported all sports in which his wife and children participated. He was a Eucharistic Minister and a member of Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic Church. He was also a member of the New Mexico Funeral Directors Association and was selected in 1990 and in 1997 as recipient of the New Mexico Funeral Directors Association Meritorious Service Award. Mr. Ruiz is survived by his wife of 33 years, Maria; sons, Rene M. Ruiz and wife, Michelle, Ricardo H. Ruiz and his wife, Monica, and Robert A. Ruiz, all of Albuquerque; two grandchildren, Sabrina and Kylie Ruiz; brothers, Herman, Lorenzo and Antonio Ruiz of Guadalajara; sisters, Lorena Cruz of Monarch City, CA and Milagros Rouvrey and husband, Rene of Livermore, CA. Visitation will be Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at Hillcrest Funeral Home Chapel. A Rosary will be recited Friday evening, August 27, 1999, 7:00 p.m., at Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic Church, Vermont and Claremont Streets NE. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, August 28, 1999, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic Church, with Rev. Stephen Schultz, Celebrant. Pallbearers will be Carlos Medrano, Rene Ruiz, Ricardo H. Ruiz, Robert Ruiz, Jim Edwards, David Lujan, and Darron Peters. Honorary pallbearers will be members of the New Mexico Funeral Directors Association. Interment will be in Arenal Jalisco, Mexico. Arrangements by Riverside Funeral Care Center of Los Lunas, 865-1386 and Hillcrest Funeral Home of Albuquerque, 265-5959.
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Satter -- The Rev. William Edward Satter passed away early Thursday morning, August 26, 1999, at the age of 62. Born in Laramie, Wyoming, on December 5, 1936, he graduated from Highland High School in Albuquerque, and Midland College and Central Seminary in Fremont, Nebraska. He served in Evangelical Lutheran Church in America congregations in Canyon City, Colorado; Commerce City, Colorado; Lawton, Oklahoma; and Buffalo, Wyoming. After retirement he earned a Master of Library Science degree and worked as a cataloger at the Bernalillo Town Library. Bill was proud of being an Eagle Scout and devoted much of his spare time to the Boy Scouts. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Susan Satter; his son, Tom Satter and wife, Gaylen Howard of Boulder, CO, his son, John Satter and wife, Neva Satter of Topock, AZ; his daughter, Karen Gose and husband, Roger Gose of Leadville, CO; his mother, Vivian Nyquist of Albuquerque; his sister, Deanna Jungerman and husband, Jimmy Jungerman of Dallas, TX, his sister, Kristina Asmussen and husband, Harry Asmussen of Tijeras, NM; four grandchildren, Levi, Christopher, Matthew and Holly; and nieces and nephews, Teresa, Mike, Kalysta and Harrison. A Memorial service with Pastors Larry Wright and Melinda Wagner officiating will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, August 30, at St. Paul Lutheran Church. The family prefers memorials be sent to St. Paul Lutheran Church, in lieu of flowers.
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Sinks -- MITCH SINKS December 14, 1943 August 5, 1999 Friends are welcome to a gathering to celebrate Mitch's life at Mitch and Judi's home on August 29, 1999, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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Sonnier -- Barbara Ann Sonnier, 67, a resident of Albuquerque since 1956, died Wednesday, August 25, 1999. She was a loving daughter, wife, friend, and a super mom. She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Cecil Sonnier of Albuquerque; sons, Michael Sonnier of Albuquerque, Frank Sonnier and wife, Mary Catherine of Scott, LA and Stephen Sonnier and wife, Suzanne of Las Vegas, NV; daughter, Patricia Delaria and husband, Donald of Fuquay-Varina, NC; grandsons, Donald Delaria, Samuel Delaria, both of Fuquay-Varina, NC and Seth Sonnier of Scott, LA; granddaughter, Sophie Sonnier of Scott, LA; and sister, Mozina"Nene" Johnstone and husband, James of Fairfield, PA. Mrs. Sonnier enjoyed free-lance writing for many years. She will be greatly missed and always in our thoughts and prayers. We love you. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, 9:00 a.m., at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 1800 Martha St. NE, with Father Domingo Gumpal, Celebrant. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to St. Vincent de Paul Society, 1800 Martha St. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Vigil -- DAVID MARTIN VIGIL June 3, 1969 - August 28, 1993When I was finally able to dream of you, even in my dreams, I knew that I hadn't seen you in such a long time. I remember asking you where you had been because it had been so long since I had spoken with you-and then I woke up. When you do come to me in my sleep, I try to stay in that state so I can be with you as long as possible. I miss you so much, son. The taking of your life was so senseless. You had such a love of life. Visit me, David, visit me as I sleep.Love, Mom
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