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Abreu -- CONCEPCION ABREU October 7, 1997Nana On this day, two years ago, God decided to break our hearts and take you to live with Him. October 7th, a day that never leaves our thoughts. Nana, how I dream of how it would be to see your face, to feel your hands, to hear your voice. Nana, you are our soul and inspiration. You taught us how to Love, Laugh and to Cry, but you never taught us how to live without you. They say as time goes by the hurt fades and the tears stop, but yet two years have gone by, and our hearts are still broken, and tears are still falling, but we believe in Angels, and they come down from somewhere up above and they comfort us in our darkest hour. They show us how to go on living and teach us how to give, and guide us with the light of Love. Knowing we can't see you, we know you are there sitting right next to us, holding our hands. So until we see each other again.Siempre en mi mente Siempre en el cielo We Love and Miss you Dearly Your granddaughter, Concepcion
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Aragon -- Mass of Christian Burial for Cruzita I. Aragon will be celebrated this morning, 10:00 a.m., at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 412 Stover SW. Funeral services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW, 243-5222.
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Averill -- Henry (Bud) Kerr Averill, born June 27, 1922 in Ft. Wayne, IN, to Clyde S. Averill and Anna Kerr Averill; a resident of Albuquerque for 74 years, passed away Sunday afternoon, October 3, 1999 at a local hospital. Bud is survived by his wife, Jesusita (Jessie) Diaz Averill of Albuquerque; son, Dr. William Allen Averill of Placitas; daughters, Rev. Mary Kathleen Averill Erwin of Aztec, NM and Analisa Averill Martinez of Albuquerque; three grandchildren, Michal La Dawn Erwin, Myranda Martinez, and Steven Hernando Martinez; one sister, Mariana (Billie) Averill Campbell of Albuquerque; and one brother, Clyde (Buzzy) S. Averill II of Tijeras, NM. Henry was very active as a master plumbing and heating contractor in the Albuquerque area. He was the Mechanical Supervisor for Mossman-Gladden Homes for 30 years and owned his own business for several years. He was instrumental in starting a non-union apprenticeship program for the plumbing trade in New Mexico and was a past president of the Albuquerque Plumbing Contractors Association. Henry served in the U.S. Army, First Division, in Europe during World War II. Henry was an avid sportsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing and observing wildlife. At his request, no formal services will occur. Celebration of his life by family and friends took place on October 4, 1999. He was loved and respected by by family, friends and all who knew him and will be greatly missed.
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Barreras -- Tiburcio P. Barreras Sr. passed away October 4, 1999 at the Veteran's Retirement Center in T or C, NM. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elvira. He is survived by daughter, Maria L. Barreras; six sons, David, Frank and wife, Barbara, Martin, Tiburico Jr., Jose Lopez and wife, Eileen, and Dionisco Lopez; grandchildren, Mark Lopez Rhonda, Michael Lopez, Ray Lopez, Tiburcio Barreras Jr., Elvira Ann Gifford, John and Jonah Barreras, Audrey Barreras, Barbara Ann, Ana Marie and Sharon Barreras; two great-grandchildren; and many other family and friends who loved and will miss him. Rosary will be recited Thursday, October 7, 1999, 7:00 p.m., at St. Therese Catholic Church, 300 Mildred Ave. NE. Mass of Christian Burial will be on Friday, 9:00 a.m., at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE, with interment at 1:30 p.m., Santa Fe National Cemetery. Funeral arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 343-8008, 2919 4th NW.
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Bruner -- Carol L. (Abeyta) Bruner, 31, passed away October 3, 1999, in Oklahoma. She was preceded in death by her brother, Bobby Sena. She is survived by her husband, Louis Bruner; children, Jocelyn, Royce, Bernice; parents, Able and Genevieve Abeyta; sisters, Judy Martinez and husband, Gerald, Tammy Tapia and Dan Trujillo, Cindy Abeyta and Roy Molina, Shanna Abeyta and husband, Kenny; brother, Able Abeyta and wife, Becky; 25 nieces and nephews, other family and friends who loved and will miss her. Funeral services will be held at St. Ann's Catholic Church with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, October 8, 1999, Mass will be at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, with burial to follow at St. Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Anthony Motto, Albert Sena Jr., Michale Abeyta, Eugene Gallegos, Jerry Sena, Santos Vasquez. Honorary pallbearer will be Able Abeyta. Arrangements by Direct Services, 2919 4th St. NW, 343-8008.
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Carson -- Gene Evelyn Carson, 78, a resident of New Mexico since 1970, died Wednesday, October 6, 1999. She is survived by her son, Thomas K. Moore and wife, Linda of Abbott, TX; daughter, Melonee D. Smith and significant other, Johnny Bakke of Los Lunas; grandson, Kristopher B. Fuller of Los Lunas; granddaughters, Morgan E. Fuller and Maiwen D. Bakke, both of Los Lunas; step-grandsons, Jeff and Jason of Abbott, TX; great-grandson, Sebastian L. R. Fuller of Los Lunas; and brother, Steamboat Steele and wife, Bunny of Corpus Christi, TX. Cremation has taken place and memorial services are pending. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Castaneda -- Helen Castaneda, age 60, of Tijeras, died Friday, September 24, in a local hospital. Rosary was said Monday, September 27, 7:00 p.m., at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ft. Davis, Texas. Mass was Tuesday, September 28, 10:00 a.m., with burial following in St. Joseph Cemetery. Arrangements were under the direction of Geeslin Funeral Home. Mrs. Castaneda was born March 18, 1939 to Mr. and Mrs. Eloy Jimenez in Ft. Davis. She had been a resident of Tijeras for many years. Survivors include her spouse, Carlos Castaneda of Tijeras; two sons, Carlos Castaneda Jr. and Eloy Castaneda of Tijeras; and one daughter, Lucy Castaneda, also of Tijeras.
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Cline -- Charles"Chuck" Cline, 54, a resident of Albuquerque for three years, died Sunday, October 3, 1999. He is survived by his wife of 23 years, Joanna Cline of Albuquerque; daughter, Debbie Baxter of Albuquerque; son, Virgil Craft and wife, Robin of Albuquerque; granddaughters, Sabrina Adam and husband, Arturo of Oceanside, CA, Christina Baxter, Shannon Baxter, Gabriela Craft and Danielle Craft, all of Albuquerque; grandson, Dante Romero of Albuquerque; great-grandsons, Xavier Timmons and Alex Adam, both of Oceanside, CA; sisters, Elsie Cline and Ruth Cline, both of Stateline, PA; and brother, Joseph P. Cline of New Jersey. Mr. Cline retired after 20 years of service in the U.S.A.F., receiving many awards and decorations. Graveside services will be held Thursday, 1:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery, with Chaplain Lemuel Boyles officiating. Pallbearers will be the K.A.F.B. Honor Guard. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
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Crider -- Brandi Tanell Crider passed away October 5, 1999. She is survived by her parents, Brian and Judy Crider; one brother, Brian A. Crider; one sister, Tori Crider; her grandparents, Andy and Frances Luna, Barry and Lydia Crider, James and Shirley Solomon; her great-grandparents, Jessie Horton and Jesus Barela; many aunts, uncles, cousins; other family and friends. Services will be held Friday, 10:00 a.m., at St. Peter's and St. Paul's Catholic Church in Estancia. Interment will follow at the Estancia Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Brian A. Crider, Dustin Kayser, Abraham Carreon, and Daniel Jantz. Services entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th St. NW, Norbert R. Baldonado Jr. F.S.I.
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Davidson -- Barbara J. Davidson, 82, a lifelong resident of New Mexico, passed away on October 4, 1999. She was preceded in death by her parents, L.A. and Virginia Rice, of Elm Street; and her husband of 53 years, Wastal Earl Davidson. Mrs. Davidson was a 1934 graduate of Albuquerque High School and an alumni of Phi Mu Sorority at UNM. She retired as a Social Worker for the State of New Mexico and had volunteered many hours at the All Faiths Receiving Home. She is survived by her son, William Davidson; daughter, Joan Verplank; grandchildren, Sydney Simone McKinstry, Andrej and Kyle Davidson; great-grandchildren, Brandon and Tatiana McKinstry; niece, Martha Bunch; nephew, Charles Rice. A Mass will be held at the Immaculate Conception Church, 619 Copper NW, Albuquerque, NM, on Friday, October 8, 1999 at 10:30 a.m. with Father King officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the All Faiths Receiving Home, 1709 Moon NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112, phone (505) 271-0329. Cremation arrangements were made by the Sunrise Society of New Mexico, 891-8200.
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De La Plain -- De La Stella E. De La Plain, 80, a resident of Albuquerque for 41 years, since November 1958, died Tuesday, October 5, 1999. She is survived by her sons, Gilbert De La Plain and wife, Gail of Edgewood and Charles De La Plain and wife, Alberta of Albuquerque; granddaughter, Gina De La Plain of Edgewood; step-grandson, Neal Mitchell of Japan; and brothers, Gilbert G. Lady of Springfield, MO and Milford Lady and wife, Evelyn of Bay St. Louis, MS. Mrs. De La Plain was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Henry De La Plain. She was a member of Heights First Church of the Nazarene. Memorial services will be held Thursday, 10:30 a.m., at Heights First Church of the Nazarene, 8401 Paseo del Norte NE, with Dr. Glen Chaffee officiating. Graveside services will take place at New Hope Cemetery, Peace Valley, MO. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Dretchen -- Mr. Harold A. Dretchen, 60, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on October 5, 1999. Mr. Dretchen was the beloved husband of 35 years to Mrs. Geraldine Dretchen. He is also survived by his daughter, Jackalyn Hora and husband, Christopher; two sons, Michael J. Dretchen and wife, Lisa, and Christopher L. Dretchen; one brother, Frederick Dretchen and wife, Janice of Queens, NY; three grandchildren, Michael, Ashley and Amanda; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Dretchen was preceded in death by his parents, Jacob and Catherine Dretchen; two brothers, Vinnie and Peter Dretchen; and a grandson, Sean Hora. Mr. Dretchen was a member of the Catholic Church, veteran of the U.S. Navy, V.F.W. Post 401, member of the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Dept., Reserve Division, Chair Person for the Marriage Enrichment Program. A Rosary will be recited Thursday evening, 7:30 p.m., at the Ascension Catholic Church, 2150 Raymac SW, with visitation after 7:00 p.m. Don and Gerry Marsico, reciting. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday morning, 10:00 a.m., at the Ascension Church with viewing at the church after 9:30 a.m. Father Savilla, Celebrant. Pallbearers will be Don Marsico, Fred Hudson, Phillip Hall, Joseph Sanchez and Paul Duran. Honorary will be Willie Sanchez, Joseph Cordo Jr., Christopher Hora, Rev. Father Lauriel La Breche and Father Anthony Bolman. Interment will follow at the Vista Verde Cemetery in Rio Rancho. In lieu of flowers, please make any contributions or donations to the American Diabetes Association of New Mexico. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements.
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Eylicio -- Mr. Marcos Eylicio died Tuesday in Albuquerque at the age of 78. Mr. Eylicio was a Minister with the Apostolic Tabernacle for over 50 years in New Mexico and California. He is survived by his wife, Estella Eylicio of Pecos; sons, Juan A. Eylicio and wife, Wilma of Sandia Park, David Eylicio of Albuquerque, Peter T. Eylicio and wife, Sandra of Grants, and Samuel Eylicio and wife, Cathy of Albuquerque; daughters, Martha Eylicio of San Jose, CA, Gloria Bonilla and husband, Dave of Rio Rancho, Elizabeth Vela and husband, Juan of Pecos, Ruth Eylicio of Albuquerque, and Rebecca Custer and husband, Joey of Belen; 34 grandchildren; and 39 great-grandchildren. Funeral services for Mr. Eylicio will be held on Friday at the Apostolic Tabernacle, 2034 La Vega Rd. SW, where the service will begin at 9:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Fernando Lopez, Dave Bonilla, Brian Bennett, John Garcia, Joey Custer and Juan Vela. A wake service for Mr. Eylicio will be held on Thursday evening, 7:00 p.m., at the Apostolic Tabernacle. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Ficker -- Raymond Ficker died Friday in Albuquerque at the age of 69. Funeral services for Mr. Ficker will be held on Friday at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery where the graveside service will begin at 10:00 a.m. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Fortner -- Angel Marie Fortner died October 1 of a heart ailment. A friend and protector of animals, both domestic and wild, Angel was born in Benton Harbor, Michigan on March 3, 1964. A resident of Albuquerque since 1992, Angel was a home healthcare worker. Primarily, however, she was a board member of Wildlife Rescue, Inc. of New Mexico and principal administrator of that organization, serving as fundraiser, educator and volunteer coordinator. Angel is survived by her Godfather, Tony DuPre and his family; mother, Beverly Gipson; sisters, Tammy Bennett, Teresa Fortner, and Dawn Riggle; brothers, Erin and Eric Ziegert; and aunts, Patricia Smart and Vickie Gipson; and uncle, William Gipson. She is also survived by her caregiver and roommate, Kasha Gordon, as well as many friends in New Mexico's animal care community who mourn the loss of Angel's generous and caring spirit. A Memorial services will be held at 6:00 p.m., Thursday, October 7, at the Rio Grande Nature Center, 2901 Candelaria NW. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to help with expenses, please remember Angel with a donation to Wildlife Rescue.
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Frietze -- Mr. Alfredo C. Frietze, 76, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on October 5, 1999. Mr. Frietze is survived by a special friend and companion, Bobbie Morelock; three daughters, Delia Navarro and husband, Ramon, Arlene Gomez and Dorothy Frietze and husband, Richard Vestal; three sons, Lorenzo Frietze and wife, Therese, Ernest Frietze and wife, Esther, and Michael Frietze and wife, Judy; one sister, Estella Kline and husband, Rudy; 15 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Frietze was preceded in death by his wife, Josie G. Frietze. Mr. Frietze was a member of the Catholic Church, veteran of U.S. Army, serving in WWII, and a member of the Local Teamsters Truck Drivers Union. A Rosary will be recited Thursday evening, 7:00 p.m., at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW, with visitation after 6:30 p.m. Gabriella Nieto, reciting. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday morning, 9:00 a.m., at Holy Family Catholic Church, with viewing at the church after 8:30 a.m. Deacon Enrique Padilla, Celebrant. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:30 a.m. Pallbearers will be Richard Vestal, James Navarro, Daniel Frietze, Ernest James Frietze and Fred Tuepell. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements.
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Gutierrez -- MELA GUTIERREZ Nov. 23, 1913 - Oct. 7, 1984 "To Grandma"I remember a child sitting on grandma's knee. But look how the years have flown, for that child was me. The cookies, the candies, and boxes with toys, A trip to grandma's house was an endless joy. The paleness of her fragile skin, and the gentleness of her touch. The way she used to laugh and sing, are the things I miss so much. Oh how I remember the dinners you gave, the beans, tortillas, and tea. I still can't believe that you are gone, but the memories will always be.Love Ya Always, Venessa
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Hanlin -- Doris Virginia Hanlin, born June 18, 1927, has gone with our Lord on September 29, 1999. She was preceded in death by granddaughter, Vicki Carter. She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Donald Hanlin; five daughters, Eva Manley, Dona Carter, Dottie Colbert, Connie Coy and husband, Arnett and Bonnie Hanlin and companion, Ben Martin; seven grandchildren, Joe Manley and family, Jon Manley and family, Becky Espinoza and family, Rachel Duhaime and family, Tausha Chappell and family, Jason Hanlin and family, Tim Coy and family; 16 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Alice Giles and family, Linda Hurr and family; and three brothers, Chuck Newcomb and family, Ken Schisler and family, and Donnie Schisler and family. Visitation will be at Fitzgerald and Son, Thursday, from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held Friday, October 8, 10:30 a.m., at Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, with Rev. Kent Gray and Rev. Clyde Clark officiating. Interment will be in Santa Fe National Cemetery.
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Hartwig -- Victor E. Hartwig, 77, a resident of Albuquerque since 1997, died Thursday, September 30, 1999. He was born January 6, 1922 in Houston, Texas, and graduated from the University of Houston in 1948 with a degree in Geology. He served as a pilot in the Army Air Corps for four years and flew in the C.B.I. theater, completing 71 missions. In 1948, he went to work for Shell Oil Company, retiring in 1984 after 36 years. In 1948, he married Ella Mikeska, who preceded him in death in 1990. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Merlyn Hart and her husband, Wesley Hart. He is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Ronald and Janet Hartwig of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Robert and Katherine Hartwig; sister and brother-in-law, Evelyn and Winfred Chamberlain of Texas City, TX; brother and sister-in-law, William and Leah Hartwig of Katy, TX; sisters-in-law, Anne Hamusek and Mary Hosek; numerous nieces and nephews; and by a dear friend and companion, Jean Canfield. Mr. Hartwig was a member of St. John's United Methodist Church. Funeral services were held on Monday, October 4, at Brookside Funeral Home in Houston with internment at Brookside Memorial Park. Officiating was the Rev. Clark Chamberlain, a nephew of Mr. Hartwig. Memorials may be sent to the Pagets Disease Foundation, 120 Wall Street, Suite 1602, New York, NY 10005-4001.
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Hernandez -- Mass of Christian Burial for Mr. Tomas Hernandez Sr. will be celebrated Thursday morning, 9:00 a.m., at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna NW, with final viewing at the church after 8:30 a.m. Father Joel Garner, Celebrant. Committal service will be held at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 12:00 noon. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of arrangements.
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Klingler -- Merrill Richard Klingler, 69, a resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, October 5, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Alice Ann Klingler of the family home; sons, Richard Scott Klingler of Albuquerque and Daniel Ross Klingler and wife, Elizabeth Hicks Klingler of Austin, TX; granddaughter, Aubry Adair Klingler of Austin, TX; brother, C. Gene Klingler and wife, Mary of Worland, WY; and sister, Miriam Evans and husband, Bill of Amarillo, TX. Memorial services will be held Friday, October 8, 1999, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. NE, with Rev. Allen McCallum and Rev. Leonard Kramer officiating.
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Lewis -- The family of Mrs. Mary F. Lewis wishes to thank all their relatives and friends who were in attendance of the Rosary and Funeral Services for Mrs. Lewis. 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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Lujan -- Alex R. Lujan Sr., 62, a resident of Albuquerque, went to be with his Lord, October 5, 1999. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him! He is survived by his wife, Ernestine; children, Joeann Mendez and Felix, Roger and wife, Jennifer, Anthony, and Amy; grandchildren, Kristy, John, Delilah, Alexis, Desiree, Julian; great-granddaughter, Angela; brothers, Sam Aguilar and wife, Henrietta, Jerry Aguilar, and Jimmy Ortega. A Memorial services will be held Thursday, October 7 at 7:00 p.m., and a Funeral service will be held Friday, October 8 at 11:00 a.m., all at the Living Ward Baptist Church, 5700 Coors SW. Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery. Arrangements are by Direct Funeral Services, 343-8008.
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Martin -- Johnnie Miles Martin, 71, a resident of Albuquerque for over 47 years, died Monday, September 27, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Lorraine Martin of Albuquerque; daughter, Diane Martin of Albuquerque; son, David Martin and wife, Pam of Albuquerque; daughters, Linda Ray and husband, David of Albuquerque, and Joyce Lente and husband, J. of Rio Rancho; step-daughters, Cynthia Hernandez and husband, Tommy of Louisiana, LaWanda DuBois and JoAnna DuBois-Goen, both of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Ryan Ray, Chanse Ray, Jeffrey Gerber-Martin, all of Albuquerque and Raven Lente of Rio Rancho; step-grandchildren, Keith Hernandez, Kenny Hernandez, both of Louisiana, and Samantha Goen of Albuquerque; brother, Jack Martin and wife, Betty of Oklahoma; and sister, Betty Riddle of Oklahoma. Johnnie was in the Occupation Forces in Japan-15th Division, and later he was in the 45th Infantry Division-Army National Guard during the Korean Conflict. He rose to the rank of Staff Sergeant during his time in the Army. He was also a Past President for IAM Local 1365, as well as holding many other offices over the years. Cremation has taken place. Family will hold memorial services Friday, October 8, 4:00 p.m., at Rio Grande Baptist Church, 2121 Gunclub Rd. SW. Arrangements by Aspen Funeral Alternatives, 1935 Juan Tabo NE.
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Muse -- Lola Muse, 89, a resident of Albuquerque since 1991, died Tuesday, October 5, 1999. She is survived by her daughters, Angie Carter of Albuquerque and Sarah Dunlap and husband, Noel of Kila, MT; son, David Cade and wife, Aline of San Angelo, TX; three grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Mrs. Muse was a member of the Rebekah Lodge for 32 years; and a member of the local Triple Link Rebekah Lodge #10 since 1983. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held Thursday, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to all Faiths Receiving Home, 1709 Moon NE, 87112. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Myers -- William H. Myers, age 79, born September 24, 1920 in Lima, Ohio, died October 4, 1999, in Tucson, Arizona. He is survived by his wife, Golda Myers of Tucson, AZ; daughter, Heidi Moretti and her two children, Christopher and Sara Moretti; son, W. Andrew Myers and his wife, Valerie and their son, Jacob Thomas Myers; sister, Betty Moushey and husband, James R. of Stow, OH. The Rosary will be recited 7:30 p.m., Thursday, in the Chapel of Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated at 1:00 p.m., Friday, at the Church of the Risen Savior, Fr. Paul Baca, officiating. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Tom Tormey, Edward Medina, Mark Teel, Terry Zelin, James Moushey, Garry Brice. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, are in charge of arrangements.
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Padilla -- Juan G. Padilla, 77, beloved husband, father, and grandchildren, was called home to be with the Lord, Tuesday, October 5, 1999. He is survived by his loving wife, Esther Padilla of the family home; his children, Juanita Arnaiz of Phoenix, AZ, Genevieve Navarro, Juan Padilla and wife, Theresa, both of Barstow, CA, John Sanchez and wife, Lita, Jane Van Damme and husband, Richard; 13 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by his loving family. Final viewing will be this morning, from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., in the Chapel of Garcia Mortuary. Funeral services will be conducted this morning, 10:00 a.m., at Aposento Alto Church, 2501 Alamogordo NW, with Pastor Rueben Guajardo. Interment will follow at La Joya, NM. Casket bearers will be Aniceto Griego, Joe Griego, David Garcia, Richard Garcia, Steve Travis, and Matthew Ortiz. Honorary bearers will be Nazario Griego, Arthur Arnaiz, Don Davis, Richard Van Damme, Bill Van Damme, and Jose Arnaiz. Funeral services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SE, 243-5222.
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Pena -- La familia de Clarinda Mares de Pena vivia originalmente en Porto de Luna, una provincia de Nueva Espana. Ellos viajaban hasta Galisteo y decidieron a parar porque ellos estaban cansados. Ya que la economia en Albuquerque fue mejor, la familia se mudo y establecida su residencia en al Plaza Vieja. Durante este tiempo, el rio pasaba entre las comunidades de Barelas y la Paza Vieja y por eso Clarinda Mares nacio en Barelas, el 27 de novembre, 1903. Este sitio ahora es una calle llamada, Las Calles de Los Rios. Clarinda Mares y Emiterio Pena se casaron el 5 de mayo, 1918. Ella tenia 15 anos. Ellos pasaban su vida en la Plaza Vieja, crediendo su familia. Ella era una mujer que creia en su independencia. Los Pena tenian un restaurante porque ella queria su nuestro dinero. No queria depender de nadie para las cosas cotidianas. Clarinda Mares de Pena era una miembra orgullosa del American Legion y las Madres Cristianas. Ella era amada por su familia, murio en paz el 4 de octubre, 1999. Ella esta sobrevivida por su hermana, Amalia Aragon; sus hijos, Mary Pena-Noskin, Emiterio Pena Jr., Raymond Pena y Martin Pena; sus nietos y sus briznietos. Estaba precidido en su muerto por su esposo Emiterio Pena, y sus hijos Frank Pena y Martha Pena de Gutierrez. The family of Clarinda Mares de Pena, originally lived in Porte de Luna, a province of New Spain. After leaving Porto de Luna, they traveled until they reached Galisteo, where they decided to stop because they were tired. The economy was better in Albuquerque, so once more the family moved on and settled in the Old Town community. During this time, the river passed between the two communities of Old Town and Barelas, and because of this her birthplace happened to be Barelas, November 27, 1903. This site is now a street called Las Calles de los Rios. Clarinda Mares and Emiterio Pena were married on May 5, 1918; she was only 15 years old. They spent their life in the Old Town area, raising their family. She was a women who believed in her independence. The Penas owned a restaurant because she wanted to have her own money. She didn't want to depend on anyone for everyday things. Clarinda Mares de Pena was a proud member of the American Legion and the Madres Cristianas. She was beloved by her family; she died in peace on October 4, 1999. She is survived by her sister, Amalia Aragon; her children, Mary Pena-Noskin, Emiterio Pena Jr., Raymond Pena and Martin Pena; her grandchildren and great-grandchildren survive her. She was preceded in death by her husband, Emiterio Pena; and her children, Frank Pena and Martha Pena de Gutierrez. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated this morning, 11:00 a.m., at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Casket bearers will be her grandsons, Nestor Pena, Gregory Pena, Michael Gutierrez, John Pena, Marty Pena; great-grandsons, Charles Martinez and Clayton Mullins. Funeral services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW.
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Rickert -- Beatrice P. Rickert, beloved and cherished mother and grandmother, the brightest star in the family, left this life October 2, 1999. She was born on Constitution Day, September 17, 1910 in Houston, TX to Constantine and Mary Legate Pierros. After graduating from high school in Houston, she accompanied her parents to Mercedes in the Rio Grande Valley before enrolling at the Lady of the Lake College in San Antonio, TX, Class of 1932. Vivacious and popular, she was class president her two years there and also taught swimming and diving. An accomplished pianist, she had her own radio show at KPRC in Houston during the summers. She was also associated for years with the Sherwood Conservatory of Music in Chicago. During the depression, she left college to become the sole support of her parents, working as a legal secretary at the Federal Land Bank for Sam Houston Johnson, the brother of the future president. On May 2, 1935 she married the love of her life, Edward J. Rickert with whom she had four children and 56 years of extraordinary happiness. Because of frequent asthmatic attacks, she moved with her family to New Mexico in 1940. During World War II while her husband served in the U.S. Navy, she and the children returned to Houston where she worked in secretarial positions in the private sector. After World War II, the family returned to New Mexico where she worked at Cannon Air Force Base and was the organist at St. James Episcopal Church in Clovis. She and her family later moved to Carlsbad where she worked in both the private and public sectors. Shortly after the family moved to Albuquerque in the mid 1960's, she was severely injured in a fall at the Federal Aviation Administration, where she was employed. After 15 years of rehabilitation, she was able to walk unassisted, drive, cook, and care for her family. Since her husband's death in 1991, she lived with her daughters, first in Santa Fe and in recent years at the family home in Albuquerque. She was preceded in death by her husband; son, John; brothers, John and Ralston Carmaneti; and sister, Clarice Norsworthy. She is survived by her daughters, Kay Marr and Bea Bevell of Albuquerque; son, Edward and wife, Donna of Columbia, SC; grandsons, Bryan and fiance, Christine Esckilsen of San Diego, CA, Bret of San Francisco, CA, Stephen and Rick of Kansas City, MO, Stuart and wife, Kelly of Frisco, TX, Michael and wife, Cindy of Enid, OK, Bruce and wife, Phyllis of McKinney, TX, and Adrian and Jeff of Birmingham, AL; great-granddaughters, Katy Bea, Whitney, Mehan and Nicole. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held Monday, October 18, 1999, 1:30 p.m. at St. Mark's on the Mesa Episcopal Church, 431 Richmond Pl. NE. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made in Mrs. Rickert's name to St. Mark's Memorial Fund, 431 Richmond Pl. NE, 87106. After interment, friends will be welcome at the family home, 2036 Palomas NE. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Robertson -- Dr. Roy R. Robertson, 96, a resident of Albuquerque since 1940, died Sunday, October 3, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Berdella Mellum Robertson of the family home; son, John Robertson of Santa Fe; daughter, Selma Robertson of Albuquerque; granddaughter, Barbie Robertson of Santa Fe; and brother, Robert Schultz and wife, Carlene of Las Vegas, NV. Dr. Robertson was a graduate of the University of North Dakota in 1928, and North Western University School of Medicine in 1931. He married Berdella Mellum in 1931. Dr. Robertson had a private practice in Albuquerque from 1940 to 1977. He was the Clinical Instructor in Medicine at UNM School of Medicine from it's organization until 1968. Dr. Robertson was the President of Bernalillo County Medical Association in 1946. He was a member of the State Medical Society and the American Medical Association. For many years, he was the chairman of Health and Safety Committee for the Boy Scouts of America. He was active in the Watercolor Society, Genealogy Club, and the Scandinavian Club. Services will be held Thursday, 1:00 p.m., at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 1100 Indian School Rd. NE, with Pastor Larry A. Wright and Pastor Melinda J. Wagner officiating. Entombment will follow at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association of NM, 525 San Pedro NW, #101, 87108. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Roybal -- In Memory of Darlene Roybal Born January 11th, 1953 Passed October 7th, 1994 Darlene, mi hita, we love you, we miss you. Not a day goes by that we don't think about you. Love always, Mom & Dad, Rosendo & Florence Marquez & Family
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Savage -- Vivian Adele Savage, 89, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, died October 4, 1999, at Clare Bridge Cottage in Richland Hills, TX. She was born April 1, 1910, in Grand Junction, CO, to Vance Maynard Pugh and Minnie Mae Gardner. She attended school in Rifle, CO and graduated from Rifle Union High School. While in high school, she frequently had lead singing roles in operettas and other musical programs. On November 25, 1937, she married James William Savage, Sr. in Denver, CO. They lived in Denver, CO and Los Alamos, Santa Fe and Albuquerque, NM. Because of poor health, she moved to Texas in August 1999 to be near hear son. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church where for many years she taught Sunday School. She enjoyed needle work, working in her rose garden and watching the hummingbirds in her yard, but her greatest joy in life was her family. Survivors include one son, James William Savage, Jr. and wife, Debbi of Bedford, TX; three daughters, Joan Lee and husband, Joe of Idaho Falls, ID, Linda Szalay and husband, Jerry of El Rancho, NM and Donna McClure and husband, Paul of Nye, MT; eight grandchildren, Cameron Lee, Brady Lee, Diane Ehlert, Kimberly Coleman, Amanda McClure, Dillon McClure, Autumn Savage and Chelsea Savage; and six great-grandchildren, Jordan Ehlert, Madison, Marissa and Miranda Lee and Joey and Cassandra Lee. She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; and three brothers. The family will meet with friends on Friday, October 8, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 9, 1999, 2:00 p.m., at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, with The Rev. Sandra S. Best officiating. Entombment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Sluga -- Joseph L. Sluga, 87, born in Sugarite, NM, and a resident of Albuquerque for 51 years, died Monday, October 4, 1999. He is survived by his sons, Donald L. Sluga and wife, Carolyn of Windsor, CO and Harold Sluga and wife, Kay of Espanola; brother, Frank Sluga of California; sister, Mary McKnight of Roswell; grandchildren, Shane Sluga and wife, Gena of Phoenix, AZ, Ronney Sluga and wife, Karen of Rio Rancho, and Tambra Nash and husband, John of Albuquerque; and great-grandchildren, Megan Sluga, Allison Sluga, Jeff Nash, and John Nash. Mr. Sluga was very knowledgable about northern New Mexico history and Indian Arts. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He was a member of the Cimmaron, NM Masonic Lodge, Elks Lodge in Albuquerque, and a 75 year member of the S.N.P.J. Services will be held Friday, 10:30 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University NE, with Rev. Larry Castillo-Wilson officiating. Eulogy will be presented by Ed Marinsek. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be Shane Sluga, Ronney Sluga, John Nash, Clint Atwood, Gary Atwood and Mark Brozovich. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Thursday, 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Albuquerque Christian Children's Home, 5700 Winter Haven Road NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Tremback -- Catherine T. Tremback, 91, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away October 2, 1999. Catherine moved her from Chicago 47 years ago, and was co-owner of Longhorn Distributing Company with her late husband, Chester Tremback, who preceded her in death in 1974. She volunteered at the North Valley Senior Citizens Center. For many years she was a member of Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish in Alameda. She is survived by her daughters, Caroline Hooper and Constance Givens; grandchildren, David B. Chester, John J. Chester, Leslie R. Marini, Jennifer C. Connor, Mark O. Givens and Beth D. Stevens; sisters, Victoria Dillion of Villa Park, IL and Helen Metz of Hesperia, CA. Graveside services were held Wednesday, October 6, 1999, 11:00 a.m., at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE 265-5959
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Zanios -- George J. Zanios, 80, a resident of Albuquerque since 1955, died Tuesday, October 5, 1999. He is survived by his son, Jim Zanios and wife, Patsy of Albuquerque; daughter, Kristie Skarman of Newport Coast, CA; mother of his children, Eva Zanios of Albuquerque; former wife, Mary Vandenradt, and loving family; grandchildren, Jay Zanios, James Zanios and wife, Pamela, all of Albuquerque, Ashley Skarman, of Newport Coast, CA and Suzie Whitney and husband, Doug of Mission Viejo CA; great-grandchildren, Talitha Rose Zanios and mother, Kimberly of Santa Fe, Nick Whitney and J.J. Whitney; brother, Chris Zanios of Florida; and sisters, Marie Malaktaris, Stella Pathoulous, both of Iowa, Jean James of Michigan, Louella Rumeliote of Minnesota and Helen Berris of Michigan. Mr. Zanios was preceded in death by his sisters, Fela Soumas, Liz Paras,and Gert Ringus; brother, Tom Zanios; and son-in-law, John Skarman. Mr. Zanios was the founder of Southwest Egg Company, which is presently Zanios Foods. He was a member of St. George Greek Orthodox Church. Services will be held Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at St. George Greek Orthodox Church, 308 High St. SE, with Father Mario Giannopoulos officiating. Private interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be Roy Chenoweth, Tom Bertelle, Jamie Zanios, Greg Patten, Charles Bradley, and Chris Kirikos. Honorary pallbearers will be Steve Vatoseow, Mike Argeanas, Dr. Tom Arvas, and Chris Daskalos. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to St. George Greek Orthodox Church, 308 High St. SE, Albuquerque, NM 87102. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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