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Armijo -- Josephine Armijo, 40, a resident of Los Lunas, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, September 4, 1999. She was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Peralta. She is survived by her children, Arturo Armijo II who is currently stationed at Nellis Air Force Base in Las Vegas, NV and Iris Armijo who is a Sophomore at Los Lunas High School; her husband, Joseph Armijo; her parents, Andres and Virginia Cortez of Albuquerque; her father, Edward Ramirez of Gallup two brothers, Eddie Ramirez and his wife, Toni of Albuquerque and Danny Ramirez and his wife, Dolores of Los Lunas; five sisters, Cyria (Toy) Chavez of Grand Junction, CO, Margaret Ramirez of Grants, Mary Helen Ramirez of Grants, Denise Cortez Carrillo and her husband, Richard of Albuquerque, and Renee Cortez of Los Lunas; her aunt and uncle, Betty and Joe Cervantes of Blue Water, NM; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Josephine is also survived by many loving friends and family members. She will be missed so much! May God welcome her soul into heaven. There will be a visitation on Wednesday, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., with a Rosary beginning at 6:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Interment will follow in the Valencia Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Patrick Ramirez, Edward Ramirez, Richard Carrillo, Frank Gonzales, Daniel Ramirez, Dianne Brown, Pamela Martinez, and Jimmy Estrada. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen.
        Published on: Tue September 07, 1999

Benyak -- Michael D. (Ben) Benyak, 81, passed on peacefully Thursday, September 2, 1999 at the Veterans Hospital in Albuquerque. He is survived by his special wife of 52 years, Maria of the family home; children, Diane and David of Albuquerque, Daniel and wife, Susan; grandchildren, Neal and Joe of Seattle, WA; brother, Al and wife, Helen of Flushing, NY; sisters, Rosemary and husband, Robert Betza and Agnes and husband, Steve Mahalko of Monessen, PA; and many nieces and nephews. Ben was born November 3, 1917 and raised in Monessen, PA. He joined the Army/Air Corps in Fort Mead, MD and served from 1934 to 1937. During WWII he was stationed at the Canal Zone in Panama. He married Maria Dankanich on June 1, 1947. His tours in the Army took him to Hawaii (Tripler Army Hospital) 1948-52, West Point Military Academy 1952-56, Frankfurt, Germany 1956-60, Walter Reed Army Hospital 1960-63, and Sandia Base 1963-68, where he retired and settled after a 26 year military career. Dad was proudest of seeing Lou Gehrig and Babe Ruth hit homeruns at Pittsburgh's Forbes Field in the late 20s. He also worked with Vince Lombardi and Bobby Knight during their early Army careers at West Point, NY. He was a member of the American Legion Post 99, Catholic Sokols and The Coronado Club. Dad, you will be missed and thank you for everything. Services will be held Wednesday, 11:00 a.m., at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church, 811 Guaymas Place NE, with Father Luis Jaramillo, Celebrant, and Deacon Rue W. White. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Tuesday, 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
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Chavez -- MIKE CHAVEZ Happy Birthday, HonIf I could only keep one perfect moment in our life together tucked away, forever safe in memory, which moment would it be? Perhaps it would be the first time your lips touched mine. Though it seems like a million kisses ago, the sweetness of it lingers in my heart even now. Perhaps it would be the magical moment when we gazed into one another's eyes, and said,"I do." Those two little words changed my life in so many wonderous ways. Love Always, Jackie
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Denzler -- S.R. Denzler, MD, 89, a resident of Albuquerque since 1955, died at home early Friday, September 3. He is survived by one brother, Charles Denzler of Washington State; daughters, Patricia A. Vanderberg and husband, Dr. Richard Vanderberg of Edmonton, Canada and Mary Jo Denzler of Los Lunas; son, David W.R. Denzler and wife, Caroline of Highland, MD; God-daughter, Charlene Wardlow of Santa Rosa, CA; grandchildren, Debbie Hughes of Los Lunas, John E. Hughes III of Albuquerque, and Ian Vanderberg and wife, Rebecca of Halifax, Nova Scotia; great-grandchildren, Amber Jones and Kody Hudspeth; and many family and friends. Dr. Denzler was preceded in death by his loving wife of 66 years, Mary L. Denzler; four sisters; and one brother. He lived a full and interesting life. Dr. Denzler loved being a general practitioner and always said,"We did it all." In his long career, he delivered over 1,000 babies and place many children in loving homes. Born in Jeffersonville, IN, Russ attended college and medical school at Indiana University, where he met Mary. He interred in New Orleans, LA and practiced medicine in Washington State, Houston, Texas, and he owned and operated a hospital in Canon City, CO. Mr. Denzler was chief physician for Kennecott Copper Corp., New Mexico, before he entered the military. He was a Major in charge of the Eta Jima, Japan base hospital. After his military service, Russ and Mary settled in Albuquerque in 1955. Dr. Denzler joined the staff of Lovelace Clinic, established a private practice, and worked in the emergency room of the Bernalillo County Indian Hospital. He remained in private practice at the office he built on Dartmouth SE until semi-retirement in the early 1970s. For the next decade, Dr. Denzler was medical director of Ridgecrest Nursing Home, and he did Medicare Review at Loveless Clinic, as well as other medically related tasks. Russ and Mary traveled the globe privately and with the Friendship Force for many decades. He was a 50-year Mason and a member of Temple Lodge Number 6 AF&AM and an active member of the Ballut Abyad Shrine. Dr. Denzler was president of the Nomads Camping Club and Wagon Master at locations throughout the southwest. In later years, he was very active in the Caravan Club. Since the late 1950s, Russ and Mary were active and loyal members of Central United Methodist Church. Memorial services will be held Saturday, September 11, 2:00 p.m., at Central United Methodist Church, with Reverend Martha A. Singleterry and Dr. Charles Crutchfield officiating. Family would prefer memorial contributions be made to Central United Methodist Church, 1615 Copper NE 87106, the Ballut Abyad Shrine Temple, 6600 Zuni SE 87108, or a charity of choice. French Mortuary-Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Tue September 07, 1999

Edwards -- Robert Wayne Edwards, 42, passed away September 6, 1999. He attended North Texas State University, received degrees in performance and music education from the University of New Mexico, and performed professionally in the Albuquerque area. He was preceded in death by his grandparents. He is survived by parents, Lawrence and Janith Edwards; three sisters, Evan Smith, Amy Edwards, Ann Gorvine; two nephews; two nieces; family and friends who will miss him. A private Memorial service will be held. Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW, 343-8008.
        Published on: Tue September 07, 1999

Fribley -- Mrs. Mary Fribley 09-23-2408-19-99 On august 19, 1999, after an illness, Mrs. Mary Fribley, widow of William G. Fribley, died of congestive heart failure. Mr. And Mrs. Fribley lived in albuquerque for 43 years. Mr. Fribley was retired from Sandia Labs at the time of his death in 1992. Mrs. Fribley moved to Claremont, California with her oldest daughter, Sherry Parent in December, 1995. She is survived by three daughters and sons-in-law, Bart and Sherry Parent of Claremont, Ca, Andy and Patricia Anderson of Los Alamos, and Andy and Mary Lou Andres of Albuquerque; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two brothers, John Franklin of Toledo, Ohio, and Paul Franklin of Elkhart, In; several nieces and nephews. Aaron Cremation & Burial Services, 24684 Barton Road, Loma Linda, Ca, are handling the interment. Burial will be at the Santa Fe National Cemetery alongside her husband. Memorial services will be held September 9, 1999 at 11:00 a.m. Requests that donations be made to "Save the Children" of Oklahoma City, in lieu of flowers.
        Published on: Tue September 07, 1999

Kessinger -- Frances Dale Kessinger, beloved mother of Claire Kessinger-Mathey, Christina Kessinger and Peter Kessinger, passed away on September 3, 1999 after a valiant battle with cancer. After retiring in 1992 from an award-winning career as a teacher of the gifted at Highland High School, she served as a docent at the Center for the Book at the Special Collections Library, as well as pursuing her talent as a writer of children's books and poetry. Dale's generous and loving presence will be dearly missed by her family and many devoted friends. May she rest in peace. A Memorial service will be held on Tuesday, September 7, 2:00 p.m., at St. Charles Borromeo Church, 1818 Coal Pl. SE, Albuquerque. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the Dale Kessinger Memorial Library Fund at Highland High School, 4700 Coal SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108, Attn: Mary Ruddy. The family wishes to thank Debora Sponsel, as well as Dale's many devoted friends and hospice workers who filled her final days with love and kindness. Arrangements by Riverside Cremations and Burials, 224-2904.
        Published on: Tue September 07, 1999

Maestas -- Dave A. Maestas passed at the age of 80 on Sunday, September 5, 1999, surrounded by his loving family and friend, Victoria Lucero; seven sons, David and wife, Joann, Albert and wife, Lindy, Steve and wife, Sylvia, John, Tommy, all of Albuquerque, Ray Maestas of Roswell, and Charlie Maestas and wife, Marie of Houston, TX; two daughters, Mary Montoya and husband, Danny, and Roseann Montoya and husband, Louie of Roswell. Also surviving are one brother, Fred Maestas of Alamosa, CO; 29 grandchildren; and 41 great-grandchildren. Dave was active in AA for 33 years. Dave was a person who was loved by many and will be dearly missed by all. As Dave would say,"God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference." Friends may visit Wednesday, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., in the chapel of Alameda Mortuary. A Rosary will be recited Wednesday evening, September 8, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. in the chapel of the Alameda Mortuary. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday morning, time to be announced, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Interment to follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Josette, Jackie, Margaret, Crystal, Raynalda, Tammy, Katrina and Loretta. Honorary pallbearers will be the rest of his granddaughters and grandsons. Services to be entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th St. NW, Gary F. Santillanes, C.F.S.P.
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Maritnez -- In Loving Memory of RAYMOND MARTINEZ February 7, 1934 - September 7, 1998 Beloved Husband, Daddy, Pop & GrandpaGod knew you were failing That the hills were hard to climb So He gently closed your eyelids And whispered,"Peace be thine."In tears we watched you sinking And watched you fade away Our hearts were near to breaking You fought so hard to stay.It broke our hearts to see you go But you did not go alone For a part of us went with you The day God called you home.Daddy, it's lonesome here without you. We miss you more each day, life doesn't seem the same without you. When days are sad and lonely and everything goes wrong, we seem to hear you whisper,"Cheer up and carry on." Each time we see your picture you seem to smile and say,"Don't cry, I'm in God's hand, we'll meet again someday!" Love & Miss you, Your Beloved Family
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Romero -- A Rosary will be recited Tuesday evening for Charles Romero at 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, with visitation after 6:30 p.m. Gabriella Nieto reciting. A Funeral service will be held on Wednesday morning, 9:00 a.m., at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW, with final viewing at the church after 8:30 a.m. Deacon Enrique Padilla officiating. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:30 a.m. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd., SW, in charge of the arrangements.
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Simpson -- Raymond Christopher Simpson, 27, born July 23, 1972 at Albuquerque to Ronald and Monica (Weirauch) Bridges. He died September 2, 1999 at his home in Clovis, NM. Ray grew up in Clovis and graduated from Clovis High School in 1990. He received his Associates Degree from Clovis Community College. He married Tabatha Allen, March 17, 1990. He was currently employed as a patrolman for Eastern New Mexico University Police Department, Portales, NM. Prior to that he was involved with the Curry County Sheriff's Office as a reserve officer. He was of Catholic faith and had been active with youth sports programs. He had coach T-ball and Little League football. He is survived by his wife, Tabatha Simpson; and three children, Kristopher Simpson, Travis Simpson and Brittny Simpson, all of the home in Clovis; his mother and step-father, Monica and Bill Delk; his father and mother-in-law, Ray and Gloria Allen, all of Clovis; his grandparents, Don and Virginia Weirauch of Colorado Springs, CO and Slim and Grace Bridges of Albuquerque. A Rosary was held Sunday, September 5, 6:00 p.m., at Sacred Heart Catholic Church at Clovis and Mass was Monday, September 6, 1999, 3:00 p.m., at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Father Carlos Chavez officiated. Burial followed at Lawn Haven Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers were members of the Eastern New Mexico University Police Department, the Portales Police Department and Clovis Police Department. Honorary pallbearers were Cliff and Wendy Curry, Chad Allen, and members of Curry County Sheriff's Reserve Officers. Arrangements are by Steed-Todd Funeral Home.
        Published on: Tue September 07, 1999

Vanderveen -- Ann Vanderveen, 79, a resident of Albuquerque for 43 years, died recently at her home. She is survived by her husband, Ted F. Vanderveen of the family residence; and five grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, David J. Vanderveen; and a daughter, Suzanne Kohnstam. She was a member of Temple Baptist Church here in Albuquerque for over 30 years, where she was a Sunday School teacher. Graveside services will be held at Fairview Memorial Park, 700 Yale Blvd., at a time to be announced. Aspen Funeral Alternatives, 1935 Juan Tabo Blvd., are in charge of arrangements.
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Vermillion -- Arvesta K. Vermillion, 87, a resident of Albuquerque since 1947, died Saturday, September 4, 1999. She is survived by her husband of 68 years, Ivan W. Vermillion of the family home; daughter-in-law, Ruth Vermillion; grandsons, Roy Vermillion of Ruckersville, VA, and Jack Vermillion and wife, Nancy of Albuquerque; two great-grandsons, Brandon and Jordon Vermillion; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her son, James (Jim) Vermillion; parents, Elmer and Mary Keller; five brothers; and five sisters. Mrs. Vermillion was born on January 1, 1912 to Elmer and Mary Keller. She married Ivan W. Vermillion, December 27, 1930 in Toledo, IL. She was a Department Manager at Sears until her retirement in 1977. Mrs. Vermillion was a member of the Extension Club in Toledo, IL and also in Albuquerque. She was a member of Sandia Baptist Church. Services will be held Tuesday, September 7, 1999, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas NE, with Dr. Robert Butler officiating. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Monday, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
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Wintermute -- Forest"Gene" Wintermute, 72, a resident of Albuquerque since 1958, died Sunday, September 5, 1999. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Dorothy ann Wintermute; children, David E. Wintermute and his wife, Margi of Albuquerque, Leta M. Babb and husband, Michael Ondrik of Albuquerque, Richard J. Wintermute and wife, Ruth of Albuquerque, Barbara J. Wintermute of Loveland, CO, Timothy M. Wintermute and wife, Pamela of Albuquerque, and Jeanne L. Oselio and husband, Mike of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Melissa, Joshua, Samantha, Jason, Amy, David, Richard Jr., Jesse, Sarah, Chastity, Stephanie, Marshall, Tiffany and Cherise; brother, William Wintermute and wife, Hazel. He was preceded in death by his son, Jimmie F. Wintermute. Services will be held Wednesday, 2:00 p.m., at Believers Center of Albuquerque, 320 Waterfall Dr. SE, with Senior Pastor Marshall Townsley, officiating and Assistant Pastor John Ross and Pastor Joe Cangiolosi, officiating. Entombment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jose de la Fe, Garry Townsley, Larry Tuttle, Barry Bronkema, Joe Cangiolosi, and James Lueras. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Believers Center of Albuquerque Youth Program, 320 Waterfall Dr. SE, or to Glory Christian Fellowship Youth Program, 2417 Wyoming NE. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming NE. .DMP
        Published on: Tue September 07, 1999