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Bachicha -- Onesimo Bachicha, 73, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, August 23, 1999. He was born on April 18, 1926 in Albuquerque, NM. those he loved most, his wife and children surrounded him at the time of his passing. Mr. Bachicha was preceded in death by his mother, father and siblings. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Connie Bachicha (who will miss him always), daughters, Linda Goddard and husband, Jim of Tulsa, OK, Betty Dabovich and husband, Bob of Raton, NM and Marlene Roberts and husband, David; son, Floyd Bachicha and wife, Aurora of Albuquerque; nine grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; one great-grandchild; five step-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Bachicha was a proud veteran of World War II serving in the Army during the Rhineland European Campaign. Among the nine medals received during his service, were the Purple Heart for injuries he received in Germany and the Bronze Star for service during the European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign. He leaves behind numerous friends who enjoyed his company and enthusiasm for life and fishing. He will be missed most for his generosity, kindness and sense of humor. The family extends a special THANK YOU to Delta Hospice and the Veterans Administration Staff. Cremation has taken place and a private memorial service was held for the family with Pastor Lance Goddard officiating. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to International Faith Center 217 Iron Ave. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102. From his children... O my poor father, silent and still, gone forever. My own father, who brought me up and taught me, who explained everything and took my hand and walked with me. Never again will I see your face, and in the morning, you will not wake me. Never again will I see your soft eyes shining. O my poor father, who never tired of teaching, loving, my heart aches now that you're gone. I cradled his head in my hands an saw that his eyes were empty. His old eyes, looking not on me but onto the Lord and Heaven above. And I saw then for the first time that he was no longer the giant I remembered as a child, but how small and frail he was, and I realized that without his soul he was so light and so thin that even I could lift him. And I raised up his body and clasped his head to my chest and a great cry came out that must have been mine, and I saw clearly as one sees a mountain that he was the only man I've loved who loved me to the end, who always lifted me up, who never bruised my heart, and never for a single moment failed. .....We miss you Onesimo. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Benavidez -- Joe D. Benavidez, 61, passed away August 28, 1999. He was born in Polvadera, New Mexico and retired from The City of Albuquerque in 1993 from the Suntran Bus Company Division. Joe is survived by his wif,e Isabel of Rio Rancho, NM; mother, Della Benavidez of Socorro, NM; son, Joe Benavidez Jr. and wife, Lisa of Albuquerque; daughters, Mary Elizabeth Benavidez, Diana Benavidez, and Debra Benavidez, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Joe Daniel III, Jon Marcus, and Elizabeth Benavidez, all of Albuquerque; brother, Cooney Benavidez, and wife Bernice; and niece, Helynn, all of Socorro, NM; and numerous other family and friends who loved and will miss him. Services will be August 31, 1999, 10:30 a.m., at St. Thomas Aquinas Parish, 1502 Sara Rd. SE, Rio Rancho, NM. Burial will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 7500 Paseo Del Norte NE. Pallbearers will be Toby Garcia, Richard Lopez, Fred Lopez, Norman Leyba, Mark Lucero, and Juan Silva. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, Albuquerque, NM 343-8008.
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Carpenter -- Mr. Kevin G. Carpenter, 39, born February 7, 1960, passed away unexpectedly, Thursday, August 26, 1999. Kevin was preceded in death by his father Lloyd Carpenter. He is survived by his loving wife, Kim Carpenter of Conchas Dam, NM; parents, Joe and Dori Hahn; stepsons, Kory Sauter and his fiancee, Maureen, and Lee Sauter; daughter, Shannon Carpenter; sister, Keri Hoganson and husband, Charlie"BIL"; brother, Cory Carpenter; mother-in-law, Lide W. Breeze"BAH"; sister-in-law, Kelly Ruggles; brother-in-laws, Barry Ruggles and wife, Debra, Bryan Ruggles and wife, Lisa; nieces, Nicole Hoganson and Amanda Ruggles; nephews, Kyle Hoganson, Matthew Carpenter, and Kyle Ruggles, all of Albuquerque who will miss Uncle Kevin dearly, also survived by many aunts, uncles, family, friends and loved ones. Kevin was most widely known in his active roll as vice president of Albuquerque Door Company for over 20 years. In that time Kevin was very active in the construction industry where he made many friends and colleagues that will miss him dearly. In 1995 Kevin and his father, Joe Hahn, sold Albuquerque Door Company after being in business for over 30 years. The family purchased the North Dock Marina at Conchas Lake State Park. As the new owners, Kim and Kevin planned a happy life together in their new business, where Kevin could continue fishing and hunting. The family would like to extend their gratitude to all family, friends and loved ones in our time of need. We all love you Kevin and are going to miss you, including Buddy. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, September 1, 1999 in the Chapel of Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle Blvd. NE. Followed immediately by interment in Sunset Memorial Park. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, are in charge of arrangements.
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Curley -- Norma Kathleen Link Curley, born to Michael Vincent and Virginia Mary Link on August 16, 1948 in Ottumwa, Iowa. Norma attended Catholic schools throughout her educational career. She graduated from Walsh High School in Ottumwa as Valedictorian in 1966. Graduated from Creighton University in Omaha, magna cum laude with a degree in Nursing, 1970. Norma married Ed Curley on January 23, 1970 in Ottumwa, IA. They lived and worked in Omaha, NE until 1972 then moved to Buffalo Grove, IL. Norma then attended the University of Illinois in Chicago from which she graduated with a Masters degree in Psychiatric Nursing in 1976. Norma worked in the field of Psychiatric Nursing from 1973-1977 in Illinois and from 1984-1992 in Albuquerque. Her years of 1977-1984 were devoted to raising two adopted sons, Michael and Andrew. Norma was an active part of Our Lady of Fatima Community in Albuquerque as a parent while her sons attended grade school, as a volunteer organist for Sunday Mass, and as the one responsible for the training of altar boys. Norma was preceded in death by her father, Michael, 1955, and is survived by her mother, Virginia Link, Ottumwa, IA; her husband, Louis"Ed" Curley, Albuquerque; her sons, Michael and Andrew; two sisters, Catherine Sue Maples of Harlington, TX, Margorie Jo Greenwood of Ottumwa, IA; and her brother, Joseph of Lincoln, NE. Norma succumbed to death after a long battle with ovarian cancer. She credits her ability to prolong her fight to her Catholic faith and asked that donations be directed to the Hospice Foundation, 8300 Constitution NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Services will be held at Our Lady of Fatima Church on Wednesday, September 1, 1999. A Rosary service will begin at 6:30 p.m., followed by a Funeral Mass.
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Gallegos -- Sosimo Gallegos, 70, beloved and devoted husband, father, grandfather and brother, was called home to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 29, 1999. Mr. Gallegos was born in Tome, NM to Ricardo and Rosalia Gallegos; he was a resident of Albuquerque and a parishioner of Holy Family Catholic Church. He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his loving wife, Lucy Gallegos of the family home; his children, Richard Gallegos and wife, Chris, John Gallegos, Vincent Gallegos and wife, Fernie, Jeanette Padilla, James Gallegos and wife, Catherine; eight grandchildren; three great-grandchildren. Also surviving are three brothers, Alex Gallegos and wife, Julia, Louis Gallegos and wife, Theresa, Adelicio Gallegos and wife, Margie; two sisters, Katy Lucero and husband, Ray, Helen Martinez; numerous nieces and nephews. He will be greatly missed by his loving family. Visitations will be today, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., in the chapel of Garcia Mortuary, on the corner of 8th and Iron, where a Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday, 11:00 a.m., at Holy Family Catholic Church, with Fr. Jack Robinson Clark as Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. For floral assistance, please call 243-5222. Funeral services are in the care and direction of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW.
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Hickson -- Wayne W. Hickson Sr., 80, passed away peacefully Friday, August 27, 1999 in Albuquerque. Wayne was born December 15, 1918 in Mogollon, New Mexico to Philip and Alta Hickson, the fourth of five children. He married Jessie Lee Williams on October 22, 1942 and resided in Silver City, NM, where he was a business owner, served on the City Council, and became an active member of The Masonic Lodge A.M.&F.M. of the Free Masons of the State of New Mexico. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II with the 1st Battalion 41st Armored Infantry 2nd Armored Division in North Africa, Sicily and Northern Europe before being severely wounded in the Netherlands earning him the Purple Heart. He reached the rank of Sergeant. In February, 1952, Wayne and Jessie moved to Grants, NM, where Wayne worked for Anaconda Mining Co. and Kerr-McKee, as well as at Plains Electric with UA Local #412. Wayne was active in local politics, serving on the City Council of Grants. He helped form and became the First Worshipful Master of Grants Malpais Lodge #71 A.M.&F.M., where he remained an active member for 59 years. He was also a member of the Ballut Abyad Shrine Temple in Albuquerque. Wayne influenced the lives of many people and his family and friends who loved his fervor for life, his great sense of humor, and his kind generosity will miss him. Wayne is survived by his children, Karen Daniel and husband, Ben of Albuquerque, Wayne Hickson Jr. and wife, Pat of Duncan, OK, and Brad Hickson and friend, Julia Lopez of Grants; grandchildren, Cristy Moore, Seana Moran and husband, Sandy, and J. Waylen Moore, all of Albuquerque, and Philip Hickson and Jessica Hickson of Duncan, OK; great-grandson, Justen Moore of Albuquerque; sisters, Mary Ann Morgan of Albuquerque and Letha Warren of Ontario, CA; and many nieces and nephews. Wayne lost his beloved wife, Jessie in 1964; son, Jeffrey in 1997. He was preceded in death by his brother, Calvin; and his parents. Wayne was an avid sportsman who loved fishing and hunting, and spent many hours in his jeep prospecting for minerals as an amateur geologist. Visitation will be held Tuesday, August 31, 1999, from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at Strong-Thorne Mortuary. Services will be held Wednesday, September 1, 1999, 10:00 a.m., at Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal SE. A graveside service will immediately follow at Fairview Cemetery, 700 Yale SE. Pallbearers are Brad Hickson, Wayne Hickson Jr., Waylen Moore, Philip Hickson, Dr. Wayne Goforth, Dr. Phillip Goforth, Ben Daniel and Sandy Moran. Honorary pallbearers are members of Malpais Lodge #71, Grants, NM. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to one of the following: Shriners Children Hospital Burn Center, 815 Market St., Galveston, TX 77550, Alzheimer's Assoc., 1330 San Pedro NE, #205, Albuquerque, NM 87110, or Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation/Hospice Fund, P.O. Box 26666, Albuquerque, NM 87125-6666. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Hunter -- Thomas Wayne Hunter, of Alamogordo, NM, died Thursday, August 19, 1999. He was born October 27, 1947 in Albuquerque, to John Thomas Hunter and Florence Lou (Wood) Hunter. He was married in Albuquerque to Doris Davis by longtime family friend and Pastor, Carmen Conner, whose wife if Dorothy. Tom was a graduate of Highland High School in Albuquerque and New Mexico State University in Las Cruces. Church memberships included Highland Baptist and Heights Baptist Church of Albuquerque and Bethel Baptist Church of Alamogordo since 1983. He served two years in the U.S. Navy and retired as M.Sgt. after 20 years in the U.S. Air Force as a specialist in disaster preparedness at numerous Air Force bases around the world. He used his social degree for two years at the VA Medical Center at T or C, NM. He was preceded in death by his three uncles, Raymond, Roy and Ralph Wood; survived by his daughters, Heidi Joy Cheney and granddaughters, Brittany Marie and Samantha Robin Cheney of Alamogordo, Claudia Martin of Alamogordo, and Silvana; two granddaughters and other relatives in Germany; two brothers and their wives, John Timothy and Kaye Hunter and Floyd Lee and Cindy Hunter; and one sister and her husband, Joan and Louis Puccini Jr., all of Albuquerque; many cousins, especially his special caring cousin, Deborah Scott and her husband, David of Socorro; and lifelong friend, Charles Simko of Santa Fe; loving aunts and uncles, Cecila and Mattie Hunter, Floy and Hugh Cosby and John and Berta Schmidtke, all of Sun City West, AZ, Etta Estes, Jessie Rinks, Gladys Wood, Watson Rinks and Elmer T. and Edith Hunter, all of Albuquerque, Leota Wood of Clayton, NM and Goldie Wood of Huntsville, AR, Joe Loghry of Taylor, TX. A Memorial services conducted by Rev. Greg Smaga was held on Tuesday, August 24, 1999 at Bethel Baptist Church, Alamogordo. Memorials may be made to the American Lung Association or the Hospice Memorial Foundation.
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Karcher -- Betty Gail Karcher, 74, a resident of Albuquerque since 1927, died Monday, August 30, 1999. She is survived by her son, Gordon Karcher and wife, Jean of Farmington, NM; daughter, Joleen Gail Daehlin and husband, Doug of Loon Lake, WA; grandchildren, Jada Platner of Rio Rancho, Shon Karcher of Grants, NM, Stephen McCollum of Ware, England, and Marcus McCollum of Cheney, WA; and brother, Richard Waggoner and wife, Lynn of Roswell, NM. Private disposition has taken place and Memorial services will be held Wednesday, September 1, 1999, 1:30 p.m., at Las Colinas Village, 500 Paisano NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Presbyterian Hospice, 8300 Constitution NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Lind -- A Mass will be celebrated at St. Francis Xavier Church at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 2, at 817 Arno SE. A Celebration of Life for Mary Louise Lind, who was a lifetime resident of Albuquerque. She died in Coos Bay, Oregon, Thursday, August 26, 1999. She lived with daughter, Jennie and husband, Tom Ellis for six years due to illness. She is survived by another daughter, Iris Hershberger of Albuquerque; and two sons, Raymond Lind and wife, Kathy of Las Cruces and Joe Lind and wife, Rita of Albuquerque; 15 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; and several niece and nephews. Also surviving is one brother, Jacob Candelaria of Oakland, CA.
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Lockhart -- Weldon Wayne Lockhart, 70, died on August 26, 1999 in Albuquerque. He was born in Dallas, TX and spent over 20 years serving in the US Army during the Korean War and three tours of duty during the Vietnam War, where he received many commendation medals. He was a dental technician during his military career. He is survived by two sons, Robert Wayne Lockhart and Randall Glen Lockhart, both of Ft. Worth, TX; a sister, Barbara Jean Bates of Ft. Worth, TX; and three nieces. Graveside services will be held at 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, at Santa Fe National Cemetery in Santa Fe, NM. Friends and family may visit from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon on Wednesday at Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Marsh -- Dean E. Marsh, age 31, of Santa Fe, died on Sunday, August 29, 1999. He was preceded in death by his father, Jack Marsh and aunt, Ramona Gonzales. Dean was born in Santa Fe on September 9, 1967 to Jack and Florinda (Tootsie) Marsh. He was self employed as a mechanic and was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Parish. He is survived by his mother, Florinda (Tootsie) Marsh of Santa Fe; daughter, Natasha Lovato of Santa Fe; sisters, Chandra Marsh of Santa Fe and Sharon Gerard and husband, Bob of Chaparral, NM; brother, Jack Marsh Jr. and wife, Alisa of Ft. Lauderdale, FL. He is also survived by his grandmothers, Florinda Aragon and Constance Marsh, both of Santa Fe; uncles, Chuck Marsh and wife, Linda and Pat Aragon, all of Santa Fe; aunt, Susie Teal and husband, Bill of Santa Fe; niece, Samantha Marsh of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; and cousins, Lora Carmen, Charlene and Chuckie Marsh, Gerald, Paula, Renee and Onesimo Ortiz, David Bonal and Anthony Aragon. A Memorial service will be conducted on Wednesday, September 1, 3:00 p.m., at Berardinelli Family Funeral Chapel. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa, Santa Fe, 984-8600.
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Mclehaney -- Betty McLehaney passed away on Saturday, August 28, 1999, after an extended diabetic related illness. She is survived by her husband, Dewey McLehaney; and her brother, Fred Clarence, both of Albuquerque. Betty was born in Lawn Ridge, IL, and grew up in Henry, IL. She graduated from henry High School in 1947. After graduating from St. Francis School of Nursing, Peroria, IL in 1950, she came to the southwest; first working as a nurse in Ft. Defiance, AZ. Later she moved to Fort Bayard, NM to work as a nurse at the Veterans Administration Hospital. While there she met Dewey, and in 1954 they were married at Santa Rita, NM. In 1988, after Dewey retired from Shell Oil, they moved back to New Mexico. In accordance with Betty's wishes she will be cremated. There are no services planned. Throughout her life, Betty came to meet and touch many people; all of which have been special to her. Those wishing to remember Betty in any special way are asked to remember her through their own special charities. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Menkis -- Arline B. Menkis, 70, passed away on August 27, 1999. She was preceded in death by her husband, Herman B. Menkis. She was born in Brooklyn, NY, and in 1987, she and her husband came to live in Albuquerque. Arline was actively involved in volunteer work with the Presbyterian Pickard Nursing Home, Presbyterian Hospital, and her local neighborhood watch. She is survived by two sons, Ben Menkis and wife, Barbara, and Dan Menkis and wife, Angie, and grandchildren, Jimmy Sweeney, Erin Sweeney, and Heather Menkis. She is also survived by her older sister, Marcia Tanzman and husband, Jack; brothers, Erwin Siegel and wife, Barbara, and Michael Siegel and wife, and her very best friend, Gilda; and beloved friends, Christine and David Lohkamp and their children, Courtney, Jordan and Tina and Steve Bersen and their family. Graveside services will be this afternoon at 1:00 p.m. in Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM, with Rev. Greg G. Werdin of Christ Lutheran Church officiating. Pallbearers will be Ray Hastings, Ken Slick, Michael Hastings, Emery Postenreider, Wayne Gueswell, Jeff Henig and Don Latimer. Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico.
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Montequin -- Mrs. Mercedes Isabel Montequin died Friday in Albuquerque. She was preceded in death by her husband, Celestino Montequin; daughter, Edilia Montequin; and a grandson, Francois Montequin. She is survived by one daughter, Fredes Gonzalez and her husband, Isauro of Albuquerque; two sisters, Dulce Marchena of Miami, FL and Carmen Otero of Albuquerque; three grandchildren, Alex Gonzalez, Ana Teresita Mora and Irma Pluemer; one great-grandchild, Gabriela Mora; and several nephews and nieces. Funeral services for Mrs. Montequin were held on Monday at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Evening services were held on Sunday with Rev. Manuel Viera and Rev. Eliseo Montoya officiating. Pallbearers were Alex F. Gonzalez, Isauro Gonzalez, Vicente Fuentevilla, James Mora, Steve Pluemer, and Manuel Otero. The family of Mrs. Montequin wishes to thank all their relatives and friends who were in attendance of the Funeral services. 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 & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Pacheco-Cimental -- Pacheco- Mr. Casildo Pacheco-Cimental, 87, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on August 28, 1999. Mr. Pacheco-Cimental was the beloved father of one daughter, Rosalba Escalante and husband, Leoncio. He is also survived by one sister, Callefana; three grandchildren, Rusvelina, Esmeralda and Alejandro. Mr. Pacheco-Cimental was preceded in death by his wife, Licaelia Arellano de Pacheco; two sisters, Daria and Crecenciana; and a brother and sister-in-law, Pantalion Pacheco-Cimental and Dometila. Mr. Pacheco-Cimental was a member of the Catholic Church. A Rosary will be recited Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, with visitation after 6:30 p.m. A Communion service will be held at 9:00 a.m., Wednesday morning, at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW, with visitation at the church after 8:30 a.m. Deacon Enrique Padilla officiating. Interment will follow at the San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements.
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Partolan -- In Loving Memory of Kyle Matthew Partolan May 1, 1985 - August 31, 1999The loss of you has been great. We cherish the memories we have of you, and wish every day you were still here. We love you and miss you very much.Mom, Dad and sister Rachel
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Sais -- Silverio Sais, three days shy of his 100th birthday and a lifetime resident of Los Lentes, NM, went home to be with his Lord on Saturday August 28, 1999. He was a member of San Clemente Catholic Church in Los Lunas. Silverio was born on August 31, 1899, the son of Jose Pasqual and Aurelia Jaramillo Sais. He was a well-known farmer in the Los Lunas area and was known for his quality fruit and vegetables he sold from his farm. He was a strong activist in the pursuit of education for children. Silverio was one of the few people who had a vehicle in the community of Los Lentes and he converted his farm truck to transport children from the community to school in Los Lunas. He served on the Los Lunas Consolidated School Board for 14 years and was a member of the Agriculture Stabilization and Conservation Board for 18 years. During World War II he was a member of the Selective Service System for Valencia County and was awarded a Certificate of Commendation by President Harry S. Truman. Silverio also served as Precinct Chairman for his district for many years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ernestine Sichler Sais and his son John E. Sais. Silverio is survived by his loving children, Katherine Sais Luna, Mary Lou Tarleton and her husband, Thomas A. of Taos, NM, James R. Sais and his wife, Susan of Albuquerque, NM; daughter-in-law, Pat Freeman Sais of Salinas, CA; 12 grandchildren, Jean Jiron and her husband, Mike of Isleta; Charles Luna and his wife, Karyl of Aurora, CO; Jeffrey Sais and his wife, Becky of Santa Maria, CA; Lori Schvaneveldt and her husband, Kent of Gilbert, AZ; Scott Sais and his wife, Dolores of Laredo, TX; Jerry Sais of Lemore, CA; Marsha Green and her husband, Brent of King City, CA; Kathleen Tarleton Lerner and her husband, Frank of Albuquerque, Thomas (Tom) Tarleton and his wife, Michelle, of Santa Fe; Todd Sais of Albuquerque; Kimberly Sais of Alexandria, VA; and John Sais a student at NMSU; 22 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; sisters, Sara Sais Valenzuela and Stella Phillips of Los Lunas. Silverio is also survived by many extended family and friends. A Rosary will be held on Monday at 7:00 p.m. at the San Clement Catholic Church in Los Lunas. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. at the San Clemente Catholic Church. Interment will follow in the Terrace Grove Cemetery. Pallbearers will b e Todd Sais, Bryan Jiron, Jack Tarleton, Michael Lerner, Mike Jiron, Frank Lerner, and Charles Luna. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the San Clemente Catholic Church building fund in Los Lunas or to the charity of your choice. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM
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Samson -- Norberto R. Samson Jr. was born on March 3, 1946 to Norberto R. Samson and Martina G. Ramos in Angono, Philippines. His father was an anesthesiologist and his mother was a pharmacist. At an early age he showed profound interest in surgery and often accompanied his father in surgery. He was a graduate of the University of the East in Manila. Dr. Samson came to the U.S. in 1974 and graduated from Catholic Medical Center of Brooklyn and Queens in 1980 after completion of the surgical intern and residency programs. In 1981, Dr. Samson chose Tucumcari, NM to be the home of his practice. He continued to practice there until August, 1999. He was preceded in death by his father in 1974; his mother in 1989; and his two-year old son, Marty Lawrence Peterson Samson in July, 1983. Dr. Samson died Wednesday, August 25 at Presbyterian Hospital in Albuquerque. Dr. Norberto Samson is survived by his wife, Carla; son, Norberto P. Samson III; daughter, Laurie P. Samson and granddaughter, Jordyn, all of Tucumcari. Other relatives include brothers, Bobby, Butch and wife, Mariquit; sisters, Ami and husband, Nestor, Helen and husband Pepe, Nini and Ditas; nephews, Chuck, Beau, Brian, Rafael, Jon and Jay; nieces, Patti, Kendra, Nesa and Trina, all of the Philippines. Other relatives in Tucumcari include Larry and Carole Peterson, and Claude, Fran, David and Tina Peterson. Close personal friends include Susan, Randy, Kyle and Kaycee Lease and the Bonnie Frost Family, all of Tucumcari and Susan, Larry, Zachary, Joshua and Seth Adkins, all of Albuquerque. In addition, Dr. Samson left many patients that he considered family. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Marty Lawrence Peterson Samson Memorial Scholarship Fund of Mesa Technical College. Dr. Samson will be buried in Manila Memorial Park Cemetery, the Philippines, on Tuesday, August 31. A Rosary and Memorial service in Tucumcari will be arranged on or about September 12, with specifics pending.
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Sanchez -- In Loving Memory of INEZ ABEL SANCHEZ 1984-1999 You are not forgotten loved one Nor will you ever be. As long as life and memory last We will remember thee. Love-Mary
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Schuster -- Elizabeth Schuster, rancher, farmer, homemaker, 92. Elizabeth Rose"Betty" Schuster died August 23rd. She was born May 6, 1907 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Her interests included quilting, playing bridge, and caring for her pets. She also enjoyed socializing with her circle of close friends. She is survived by her daughter, Jane Carter, Tucson, AZ; a grandson, Tenney Carter; and her great-grandson, Mark Carter, both from Boulder, Colorado. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions to the American Heart Association.
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Smith -- Colonel Howard B. Smith (Retired), 77, died at his home August 25. He lived in Los Lunas for the past 30 years. Howard retired after serving 31 years in the United States Air Force. He was born November 29, 1921 in Pine Bluffs, Wyoming. He was a 32nd Degree Mason. He was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth; mother, Katherine; two sisters, Margaret Binning and Barbara Hursh of Wyoming. He is survived by his wife, Mary Katherine; three children, Pamela Smith of Bay City, TX, Kathy Smith of Los Lunas; son, Charles and wife, Jan; three grandchildren of Valley Mills, TX; sister, Bette Rutledge of Meridan, Wyoming; and loving nieces, nephews and friends. There will be no service. Burial will be at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be made to the New Mexico Boy's Ranch (775 Hwy 304, Belen, New Mexico 87002) or Presbyterian Hospice of Albuquerque.
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Smith -- Wanda Smith, 81, a resident of Albuquerque for 50 years, passed away peacefully Friday, August 27, 1999. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 60 years, Randall Smith of Albuquerque; daughters, Jeanne Churchman and husband, Jim of Albuquerque and Anita Smith of Kansas City, MO; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; brothers, Roy Gentry and James Gentry, both of Montana. Mrs. Smith was an expert doll collector for many years, enjoyed traveling and collecting antiques, and was a member of First Baptist Church of Albuquerque. We love you, and we'll miss you. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, with Pastor Mario Parga officiating. Pallbearers will be Jim Churchman, Jonathan Nimitz, Randall Kindrick and James Bynum. Contributions may be sent to Noonday Ministry, P.O. Box 25451, 87125. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE
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