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Abeyta -- Richard Abeyta Jr., 83, born in Socorro, NM and a longtime resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, October 5, 1999. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Lugarda Duran Abeyta of Belen. He is survived by three daughters, Marie Hochrein and husband, Jerry, Nancy Nowicki and husband, Fred, and Aneeda Abeyta; six grandchildren, Ana Marie and Joel Rogers, Brad Killman and wife, Yvonne, Lisa and James Hochrein, and Jeff Killman; and great-grandson, Josh Killman; and many other family members. He was a kind, loving family man that thought of others before himself. His garden reflected his loving touch. Mr. Abeyta was a veteran of the US Army in WWII and retired from the US Postal Service after 27 years. The family wishes to thank Sam and Carmen Chavez, Ron Cepak, Hospice, and Montebello personnel who gave loving care to Richard. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, October 9, at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church in Old Town with Monsignor Lucero officiating. He will be buried at Santa Fe National Cemetery.
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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; sister, Sally Lopez; brothers, Joe and Bennie Barreras; 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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Bogans -- Daisy Tait Bogans, 89, a resident of Rio Rancho for the past 15 years, passed away on Tuesday, October 5, 1999. Daisy was born August 26, 1910, the daughter of Arthur and Hattie Nelson Bogans in Pineapple, Alabama. She was preceded in death by her husband, Earl Tait; and one grandson, Cokie Garrett, Jr. Daisy is survived by her two daughters, Daisy Cobbs of Laguna Hills, CA and Earlastine Garrett of Rio Rancho; seven grandchildren, Mark Perry, Michele McMihell, David Ken Perry, Joseph Perry, Valerie Maeze, Myron Perry, and Ralph Perry."Mother, we love you so much, may you rest in peace." Visitation will be held on Friday, October 8, 1999 from 1 to 8:30 p.m. in the Parlor of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho, with the Service on Saturday, October 9, 1999 at 1:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho. Interment will follow in Vista Verde Memorial Park. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary.
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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 a time of remembrance will be held Friday, 2:00 p.m. at Roosevelt Park, 500 Spruce SE. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Clark -- Archie O. Clark, 83, of Albuquerque, passed away on October 3, 1999. Archie was born on August 24, 1916 in Oakland, Iowa to Elmer and Nola Clark, who preceded him in death. Archie was also preceded in death by a sister, Iris Keyes; and a brother, Chester Clark. Archie was always there for people when they needed someone. He touched the hearts of many and was a strong believer in the Lord. Archie was a lifetime carpenter and his hobbies included dancing, singing, and was a creative artist. Archie is survived by his previous wife, Felicia Quintero; four daughters, Melody M. Martinez and husband, Felix, Marian L. Davis and husband, Oscar, Magda Quintero, and Beverly Owens and husband, Clyde; one son, Merlin Clark; three sisters, Bonnie Blair, Roberta Rollins and Phyllis Burwett; one brother, Merlin Clark; ten grandchildren; and a host of special friends and relatives. Memorial services will be at 6:00 p.m., Sunday, October 19, 1999, at Hillcrest Funeral Home Chapel. Oh Daddy, how we miss you so, We can't let go of thoughts of you, Even though you're in our soul, We long to see the face we know. What a glorious sight, When the Angels lifted you to our Lord. Love, Marian & Melody Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE 265-5959
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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. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated this morning, 10:00 a.m., at St. Peter's and St. Paul's Catholic Church in Estancia, with interment to 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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Dretchen -- Mass of Christian Burial for Mr. Harold Dretchen will be celebrated Friday morning, 10:00 a.m., at the Ascension Church, 2150 Raymac SW. Father Savilla, Celebrant. Final visitation will be at the church from 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Vista Verde Cemetery in Rio Rancho. 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. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements.
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Duncan -- "Good night sweet Queen, May bands of angels sing thee to thy rest." SHAKESPEARECHRISTINE DUNCAN, 48, BELOVED MOTHER, WIFE, DAUGHTER, SISTER, AUNT, GODMOTHER, MENTOR, FRIEND, YOUTH ADVOCATE, SEEKER, LIGHTWORKER, QUEEN OF EVERYTHING, AND CHILD OF GOD, DIED AT HER HOME SATURDAY, OCTOBER 2ND, AFTER A SUDDEN ILLNESS. BORN IN 1951 IN FLANDREAU, SOUTH DAKOTA, CHRISTINE MOVED TO ALBUQUERQUE IN 1986, WHERE SHE TAUGHT AT ALBUQUERQUE HIGH SCHOOL, RETIRING AFTER 20 YEARS IN 1993 TO CO-FOUNDED THE CORNSTALK INSTITUTE. CHRISTINE, ALBUQUERQUE HIGH SCHOOL TEACHER OF THE YEAR IN 1987 AND 1988, GRADUATED WITH A Ba FROM THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH DAKOTA, '73, AND AN Ma MAGNA CUM LAUDE FROM THE UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO, '78. A MEMBER OF PHI BETA KAPPA, THE HONORARY SOCIETY FOR SCHOLARS, CHRISTINE PRESENTED AT NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL EDUCATIONAL CONFERENCES. HER ORAL HISTORY PROJECTS WITH VIETNAM VETERANS WILL BE PRESENTED TO THE ZIMMERMAN LIBRARY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO. SHE IS SURVIVED BY HER DAUGHTER, AMANDA DUNCAN-MEANS, HER HUSBAND, DERYLE PERRYMAN; HER MOTHER, SISTERS AND BROTHERS. A CELEBRATION OF THE LIFE AND WORKS OF CHRISTINE DUNCAN WILL BE HELD AT THE CORNSTALK INSTITUTE, 3011 BARCELONA RD. Sw AT 2:00 P.M., SATURDAY, OCTOBER 9TH. BRING A CANDLE, A STORY, A SONG, A MOMENT, A RECOLLECTION TO THIS COMMUNITY CELEBRATION. A MEMORIAL SERVICE WILL BE HELD SUNDAY, OCTOBER 10TH, 12:00 NOON, AT THE CORNSTALK INSTITUTE. IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, THE FAMILY REQUESTS CONTRIBUTIONS BE SENT TO: THE MARY CHRISTINE DUNCAN SCHOLARSHIP FUND, C/O THE CORNSTALK INSTITUTE, 3011 BARCELONA RD. Sw, ALBUQUERQUE 87105.
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Dyer -- Edward Lawson Dyer, M.D., 87, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, October 6, 1999. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 57 years, Louise, in 1991. A loving father to one son, John Dyer and wife, Annese; three daughters, Jane Blackburn, Mary Schalnus and husband, Jerry and Alice Springer and husband, Steve. Also surviving are his two brothers, Bob Dyer and Jack Dyer. He left the rich blessing of a godly Christian heritage to his 13 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Dr. Dyer was born on November 19, 1911 in Anderson, IN, to John and Alice Dyer. He decided at a very young age that he would become a doctor. Dr. Dyer earned a degree in chemistry from Northwestern University in 1934 and then graduated from Case Western Reserve Medical School, Cleveland, OH in 1938. He loved being a Family General Practitioner and always said,"We did it all...broken bones, delivered babies, surgery and sometimes, just sympathy". In his 50 years of practice, he touched thousands of lives with his gentle, caring spirit and generous compassion for everyone, especially those who just needed a wonderful friend. Dr. Dyer served his country for four years in WWII as an Army Doctor in locations all over Europe. He practiced medicine in Texas and Colorado, retiring in Albuquerque in 1988. Services will be held Saturday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Rev. Jack Webb officiating. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Dr. Dyer's grandsons, John Blackburn, David Blackburn, Paul Blackburn, Dan Dyer, Jay Schalnus, Sam Schalnus, Jason Springer and Stephen Springer. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Friday, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A special thank you to Sandia Hospice for such loving care and support. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Eylicio -- Funeral services for Mr. Marcos 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. Military Honors will be performed by DAV, Chapter 3. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Frietze -- Mass of Christian Burial for Mr. Alfredo C. Frietze will be celebrated Friday morning, 9:00 a.m., at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW, with visitation 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. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements.
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Gonzales -- Baby Marissa Gonzales died Wednesday in Albuquerque. She is survived by her parents, Conrad and Victoria Gonzales; brothers, Bernardo, Christopher, Floyd, Anthony and Andrew; and sisters, Yolanda, Floria and Melissa. Funeral services for Marissa will be held on Saturday at the St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Griego -- In Loving Memory JORDAN JACOB GRIEGOAugust 25, 1995 October 08, 1998The days are so foggy like those of a dream, they say your time has passed but what does this mean? It's so hard for all of us to believe that you're gone, you were so little Jordan but yet you were so strong. We all miss you oh so very much, I'd give my life just to feel your touch. We just keep waiting for you to return home, but you've left us here on earth all alone. It keeps getting harder don't think the pain will ever ease, If prayer could bring you back I'd live life on my knees. Hopefully in time we will understand, why God took you away from us to dwell in His promise land.We love you, Jordan. We miss you so much. We think of you every second of the day. Love Always, Mommy, Daddy, Dominic, Nicolas, and Isaiah, grandma, grandpa, aunties, uncles, and cousins.Written by auntie, Nicole
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Klingler -- Merrill Richard Klingler, 69, a resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, October 5, 1999, of multiple myeloma. 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; sister, Miriam Evans and husband, Bill of Amarillo, TX; and five nieces and nephews. Merrill was born March 30, 1930 in Nicholasville, KY, the son of the Rev. David Roosevelt Klingler and Jennie Dorothy (Huyett) Klingler. He attended schools in Millville, Brockport, and Holly, NY, and he graduated from high school in Derrick City, PA. After graduating from Penn State College in 1953 with a degree in Chemical Engineering, he went to work for DuPont in North Augusta, SC from June 1953 to March 1955. He joined the Navy, attending Naval Officer Candidate School in Newport, RI as a member of Class 21. He was sent to Albuquerque and taught nuclear weapons orientation classed at Sandia Base from July 1955 to July 1958. He returned to DuPont, but stayed only until April 1959, until he happily returned to Albuquerque with a job for the Naval Nuclear Ordnance Evaluation Unit, which later was renamed the Naval Weapons Evaluation Facility. He worked as a general engineer, working in nuclear safety. He continued at NWEF until his retirement on December 31, 1960. In September 1961, Merrill had a blind date with Alice An Berry and on October 10th, he proposed. They married a few months later, on December 19, 1961, and they enjoyed 38 years of marriage. 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. Anyone wishing may send memorial contributions to the Klingler-Huyett Endowed Ministerial Scholarship Fund, Asbury College, 1 Macklem Drive, Wilmore, KY 40390. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, in charge of arrangements.
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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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Montoya -- Alice M. Montoya, 87, beloved and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and sister was called home to be with the Lord Wednesday, October 5, 1999. Mrs. Montoya was born in Pena Blanca, NM in 1912 to the Andrew and Simonita Lucero; she was a resident of Rio Rancho; and a parishioner of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Gladys Schilling in 1978. Mrs. Montoya is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, Louis Montoya of the family home; her children, Betty Weil, Louis Montoya Jr., Barbara Montoya all of Albuquerque, Kenneth Montoya of Honolulu, Cynthia Rudzynski and husband, Joseph of Buffalo, NY, Yvonne Moore and husband, Wayne and Russell Montoya both of Rio Rancho; 20 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two brothers, Andrew Lucero and wife, Connie of Hawthorne, CA, Gilbert Lucero and wife, Cam of Albuquerque. She will be greatly missed by her loving family. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated this morning at 10:00 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Rio Rancho. Interment will take place Monday at 2:00 p.m. at Vista Verde Memorial Park. Funeral services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave., SW.
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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 were 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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Pacheco -- Gregory Pacheco, 20 years of age, and resident of Rio Lucio, passed away from this life to his eternal life with his Lord, on October 5, 1999, in San Diego, California, while bravely battling a forest fire. His remains were transported from San Diego to Santa Fe Airport yesterday. He was then escorted by the USDA Forest Service to Lujan's Espanola Funeral. Preceding him in death were his grandfathers, Louis Lopez-maternal, Crecensio Pacheco-paternal. He is survived by his parents, Edward and Laura Pacheco from Rio Lucio; his paternal grandmother, Eduvijen Pacheco from Rio Lucio; and his maternal grandmother, Reyecita Lopez from Picures Pueblo; one brother, Matthew Pacheco and wife, Feliz from Chimayo; and one niece, Deseree Povijua also from Chimayo; one sister, Edwina Pacheco from Rio Lucio and his girlfriend; Vivina Gonzales from Dixon; and many aunts and uncles, cousins and friends. A Rosary will be recited tonight at 7:00 p.m. at Lujan's in Espanola. Visiting hours are scheduled for 1:00 p.m. at San Antonio de Pauda Catholic Church in Penasco on Friday, October 8, 1999. A Rosary will then be recited at 2:00 p.m. following the visitation. Mr. Pacheco will then be transported to Picures Pueblo for a Rosary at 9:00 p.m. at his grandmother's home (Reyecita Lopez) where he will remain until 8:30 a.m., Saturday. He will be taken back to San Antonio de Pauda Catholic Church in Penasco where a Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled at 9:00 a.m. Saturday. Father Adam Ortiz de Ortega will officiate. Interment will follow at the Picures Pueblo Cemetery. Lujan's Espanola Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
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Pena -- Richard Jose Pena, 59, a resident of Los Lunas, passed away at his home in Los Lunas on Thursday, October 7, 1999. He was a member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. Richard graduated from Belen High in 1959 and was a student athlete. He lettered in football, basketball, and track. He was well known for his athletic ability. He was a member of the Tierra Del Sol Country Club in Belen for many years and was an avid golfer. Richard played on golf courses all over the country, but was the happiest where he was playing golf with his two sons at Tierra Del Sol. Richard worked as an administrator in District Court for Valencia County until his retirement due to his illness. He was well respected in the legal community for his commitment and hard work. He served in the U.S. Army from 1962 to 1964. Richard was preceded in death by his mother, Delfina; his father, Henry; brother, Sybol; and sister, Helen. He is survived by his sons, Christian and his wife, Jodie, Jason and his wife, Ragina; granddaughter, Brittany Vallejos and Gloria Pena; his three brothers, Eloy and wife, Tillie, Ray and his wife, Ingrid, Charlie and his wife, Diana; and sister, Corrine and her husband, Martin Padilla. A Rosary will be held on Thursday, 7:00 p.m., at Romero Funeral Home, recited by Charlie and Diana Pena. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, October 8, 1999, 9:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. Interment will follow in the Parish Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers will be George Trujeque, Richie Tabet, Leland Smith, Bill Baca, Desi Schollander, Jamie Goldberg and Andrew Feldman. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.
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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. Bess officiating. Entombment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Stahlhut -- Mearle Stahlhut, a resident and realtor in Albuquerque for 35 yeas, passed away in Des Moines, Iowa on September 27, 1999. Mrs. Stahlhut was a charter member of the Hoffmantown Church, where she worked with preschoolers for many years. She returned to Des Moines, IA in 1988 to be with her two sisters there. She was 88 years old at the time of her death. She will be missed by her family and many friends.
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Suggs -- Marie B. Suggs, a resident of Rio Rancho and formerly of Santa Fe, New Mexico, went to be with Our Lord on September 30, 1999. Marie was born in O'Brien, Florida, on September 3, 1918, to James Lawton and Jessie Mae Barnett. After a 30-year career with the United States government at Point Mugu, California, during which time she raised three sons, Marie retired to Santa Fe, where she was at times a volunteer for the Santa Fe Public Library, the State of New Mexico Literacy Coalition, and a substitute teacher with the Santa Fe Public Schools, and later the Rio Rancho Public Schools. Marie also volunteered with her church to visit inmates at the New Mexico State Penitentiary. Marie was an independent and courageous lady. She had an unwavering faith in Jesus and always found the bright light in even the most hopeless situation. We will miss her very much. Marie is survived by her children, Leon and wife, Jean of Pioneer, CA; Francis and wife, Bonnie of Albuquerque; Shannon and wife, Lisa of Espanola. She is also survived by numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, all of whom she loved very much; and siblings, Ovid Barnett of Marco Island, FL, Leon Barnett of O'Brien FL, Marguerite Linch of High Springs, FL, Harry E. Barnett and wife, Wanda of Loxahatchee, FL, and Maxine Horne and husband, H.J. of Jacksonville, FL; and many cousins and friends. A Memorial service will be held on Sunday, October 10th, at the Rio Rancho United Methodist Church, 1652 Abrazo NE, at 2:00 p.m.
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Tokuda -- The family of May Tokuda would like to thank all those who attended her memorial service. Your presence was a comfort and blessing to us all. We would also like to extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who brought food and refreshments for the celebration that followed--it was all a delicious tribute to a marvelous cook. If you visited her during her brief illness, sent flowers or cards, or brought food for the family, please know that your kindness and caring is greatly appreciated. To all of you, your kindness and support has been an immense comfort in our time of sorrow. Thank you.
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Velasquez -- Fidelia Velasquez, 85, a resident of Albuquerque, died Thursday, October 7, 1999. She is survived by her daughter, Elaine Burrud; son, David Velasquez and wife, Merry Jo; granddaughter, Kathryn Marie Burrud; sister, Lydia Santillanez; numerous nieces and nephews; and friends who will miss her dearly. She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Joseph Velasquez. Fidelia was a native and lifelong resident of New Mexico. She was born on February 21, 1914 in Quemado and moved to Albuquerque as a young woman. Here Fidelia graduated from the University of New Mexico, married and raised her family. She taught in the Albuquerque Public School system for 34 years. Following an accomplished career as an elementary school teacher and after her much anticipated retirement, Fidelia finally had time to devote to the things she loved. She tatted beautifully, took delight in cooking, reading, crossword puzzles, sewing, gardening and all manner of arts and crafts. She was a lifelong Lobo fan. Fidelia will be remembered for her kindness, strong Catholic faith, creativity and especially the love she had for her family. Rosary will be recited Friday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Father Paul Baca reciting. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, 10:30 a.m., at The Church of the Risen Savior, 7701 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Father Paul Baca, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, 5:00 p.m. to time of rosary. Should friends desire, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 5800 Lomas NE, 87110. The family wishes to express their sincere thanks and appreciation to those who were so supportive during this long and difficult illness, especially, her sister Lydia and Max from Hospice. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Wasko -- JAMES D. WASKO 10-8-59 to 1-21-97 Happy Birthday, Jim We Love & Miss You Your Family
        Published on: Fri October 08, 1999

Wichelns -- Jean Frisbie Decker Wichelns, 89, a resident of Albuquerque since 1982, died Wednesday, October 6, 1999. She is survived by her son, Miles Wichelns and his wife, Phyllis of Sacramento, CA; granddaughter, Miranda Wichelns of Sacramento, CA; step-son, John K. Wichelns of Albuquerque; and six grandchildren by her step-sons, including Jan Cross and Ken Wichelns of the Albuquerque area. Mrs. Wichelns was preceded in death by her husband, Lee, in 1972, and her step-son, Lee Jr., in 1998. She received her B.A. as a Pratt Scholar from Adelphi University in 1932. She was a French government fellow at the University of Grenoble, France in 1933. She earned her M.A. from Yale University in 1943 and an M.S. from the University of Bridgeport in 1953. Mrs. Wichelns spent many years as a teacher and a guidance counselor before retiring in 1976. She was a recipient of the Croix de Lorraine, Maquis de Grenoble. Mrs. Wichelns was active in many organizations, including the National Society of Colonial Dames, and the National Society of Magna Charta Dames. She was an active member of Covenant Presbyterian Church in Albuquerque. Memorial services will be held Saturday, October 9,1999, 10:30 a.m., at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 9315 Candelaria Rd. NE, with the Reverend Jan Butin officiating. Private interment will take place at Edgewood Memorial Park in Glen Mills, Pennsylvania. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Friday, October 8, 1999, from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
        Published on: Fri October 08, 1999