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Barnett -- Charlotte A. Barnett, 59, a resident of Los Lunas for 18 years and formerly of Ottawa, IL, died Monday, November 1, 1999. She is survived by her son, Vernon Barnett and wife, Tammy of Los Lunas; daughters, Rebecca Stockton and husband, Leonard of Albuquerque and Deborah Postill of Gulfport, MS; five grandchildren; brother, Robert Reinhart and wife, RoseAnn of Mankato, MN; and companion, John Jojola of Isleta. Mrs. Barnett was employed by Casa Manzana in Los Lunas for the past nine years. She enjoyed painting, scrap booking, crocheting and numerous other hobbies. Mrs. Barnett will be sadly missed by her three beautiful children, John, family and friends. Memorial services will be held Friday, 10:30 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Sarah Edington officiating. Interment of cremains will take place at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Graham -- Thomas Glen Graham, 74, a resident of Tierra Amarilla, NM, and former long time resident of Belen, NM, passed away on Tuesday, November 2, 1999. He was a Lt. Commander in the United States Navy after 27 years of service. Thomas also worked as an Electrical Engineer with Rockwell International in Dallas, Texas. Services are pending, please contact Romero Funeral Home for further information 864-8501
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Herrera -- Fermin Herrera Sr., 72, a resident of Carneul, died Monday, November 1, 1999 at the VA Hospital after a long battle with Cancer. Mr. Herrera was a veteran having served in the U.S. Army where he received an Honorable Discharge. He served as a Private First Class with Company A 158th Battalion IRTC in the United States. He was also a veteran of the Korean War during World War II where he served as a Private First Class with Company B 501st Military Police Batallion in the West Indies serving as a Military Policeman and road a 1940 Harley Davidson Motorcycle. He received an American Theater Service Medal and Word War II Victory Medal. He was a retired truck and school bus driver. He was a member of the Holy Child Catholic Parish in Tijeras, N.M. where he served as a Eucharist minister, reader and guitar player with the choir. He also served as a monarcha and guitar player with the matachines for many years. He enjoyed singing entregas for weddings and the various parish fiestas as well as conducting wedding marches with his wife. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alejandro and Rosalie Herrera and his adoptive parents, Tomas and Jesuscita Gutierrez; a brother, Bernardo Herrera; a sister, Natividad Gutierrez and son-in-law, Ezequiel Herrea, Jr. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Cecelia; daughters and sons, Della Herrera and Ernie Ulibarri; Magdalene/Lee Miranda; Ellen/Charles Sanchez; MaryAnne/James Lucero; Lidia/Art Baca; Sandra/Ronnie Martinez; Jeanette/Anthony Rael, Sr.; Julia Valerio and Jesus Gonzales; Fermin Jr.,/Maxine Herrera; Margaret/James Ramirez; Joe Herrera; Everard John/Denise Herrera and Kimberly/Steve Mendoza, 31 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. His brothers and sisters; Lugarda Herrera, Tomas/Barbara Herrera, Josefa Herrera, Adelicio/Erlind Herrera, Lorenzo/Joyce Herrera, Elvira Nieto, Flavia Otero, Rey/Ruth Herrera and Vicenta/Les Dresser. A Rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, November 1, 1999 at the Holy Child Catholic Church in Tijeras, NM. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, November 4, 1999 at the Holy Child Catholic Church with Father John Carney officiating. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery in Santa Fe, N.M. at 2:30 p.m. Pallbearers will be his grandsons, Jeramiah and Joshua Herrera; James Richard Lucero, Jr., Miguel Garcia; Richard Valerio, Jr. and Anthony Rael, Jr. Honorary Pallbearers are Dion Valdez, Lee Miranda and the remaining grandsons. Family and friends may visit Salazar and Sons Mortuary located at 400 Third St S.W. on Wednesday, November 3, 1999 from 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. The family would like to thank the doctor's and staff at the VA Hospital. He was a very loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather and will be dearly missed by all his family and friends. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St SW
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Hughes -- John Henry Hughes, Jr. age 73, a resident of Albuquerque since 1956, died November 1, 1999. He is survived by his daughter, Allyn Hughes and her daughter, Shonee Lynn Hughes of Albuquerque, two sons, John Richmond Hughes and wife, Stella Sue of Witchita Falls, TX and their children, Billy White, Tracee Joy Kennedy and husband, Shawn, Timothy Joseph Hughes and Cortnee Joy Kennedy, son, William Hughes, and wife, Penny, their children, Nichole Leigh Hughes, Casey Elizabeth Hughes and Ammaretta Constebelle Hughes all of Deep Creek, MD, E.J. Emmons who was like a son to him and his dog,"Miss Rebel". He was a member of American Legion Post #99 and a life member of VFW Post 401 and N.F.R.A. #200. Visitation will be held Thursday, November 4, 1999 from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held Friday, November 5, 1999 at 11:00 a.m. in the Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE. Interment will be in Santa Fe National Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Martinez -- Fred G. Martinez, 77, a resident of Albuquerque since 1953, died Saturday, October 30, 1999. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Rose Rael Martinez of Albuquerque; daughters, Virginia M. Woodward and husband, Grant of Dana Point, CA and Julianne M. Leighty and husband, Michael of Ft. Worth, TX; sons, Ronald F. Martinez and wife, Suzy of Phoenix, AZ and Eugene G. Martinez and wife, Anita of Minneaopolis, MN; grandsons, Brett Woodward and Ryan Woodward, both of Dana Point, CA; and 2 granddaughters, Tamara Leighty and Megan Leighty, both of Ft. Worth, TX; sisters, Rufina M. Gonden and husband, Frank of Concord, CA and Sylvia M. Fator and husband, Tom of Arcadia, CA; aunt, Lena McElroy and husband, Tom of Las Vegas,NM; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Mr. Martinez served in the U.S. Navy for many years. He was a member of American Legion Post 100 and the Disabled American Veterans. Mr. Martinez was also a member of Queen of Heaven Church. He taught History at Valley High School. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Deacon Julian Padilla reciting. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at Queen of Heaven Church, 5311 Phoenix Ave. NE, with Father Johnny Lee Chavez, Celebrant. Interment will take place at 12:30 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Wednesday, 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
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Martinez -- Mr. Alexander J. Martinez, born September 3, 1928, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away on November 2. Mr. Martinez is survived by his beloved wife of 491/2 years, Muriel Martinez; two daughters, Patricia Gillespie of Honolulu, Hawaii and Phyllis Mulholan and husband, Jerell of Scottsdale, Arizona; two grandchildren Joy and Scott Mulholan, his father, John Martinez of San Francisco, California and stepfather, Amado Padilla of Albuquerque; one sister, Mary Ann Carrillo of Albuquerque and one brother, John Martinez Jr. of San Francisco, California. Mr. Martinez owned Duke City Printing before his recent retirement. He was a devoted member of the Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Funeral services for Mr. Martinez will be held on Thursday at the Queen of Heaven Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. Burial will follow at the Sunset Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Jerell and Scott Mulhollan, Donald Carrillo, David Carrillo, Pete Baca, John Radosevich and Nap Sanchez. A Rosary will be recited on Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. at the Queen of Heaven Church. Arrangements are provided by Metropolitan Direct Burial and Cremation Center, Inc. 729 San Mateo Blvd. NE, Albuquerque 256-9400. www.AlbuquerqueNM.com
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Patten -- Rema F. Patten, 92, a resident of Albuquerque since 1938, died Tuesday, November 2, 1999. She is survived by her sons, Billy B. Patten and wife, Rosemary and C.C."Pat" Patten, all of Albuquerque; 6 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, William C. Patten in 1972. Mrs. Patten was a member of First United Methodist Church. She was past member of Daughters of the Nile in which she served as a Chaplain. She gave piano lessons for many years and she loved to garden and grow her flowers. Mrs. Patten was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother and she will be deeply missed by all who knew her. She always had something good to say about everybody. Memorial services will be held Friday, November 12, 1999, 1:30 p.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Pastor Charlie Price officiating. Private interment has taken place. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Presbyterian Kaseman Hospice Inpatient Unit, P.O. Box 2666, 87125-666. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd NE.
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Peek -- Ross N. Peek passed away on October 31, 1999, in Albuquerque. He was born in Cincinnati, OH to Tommy and Rebecca Russell Peek. He was retired from the US Air Force. He is survived by his wife, Bertha Galindo of Albuquerque; his father, Tommy Peek of Cincinnati, Oh; his daughter, Alexandra Peek of Albuquerque; his sister, Patricia Peek of San Diego, CA; and his aunt, Mildred Doddy of Cincinnati, OH. He is also survived by three cousins, Roggie Doddy, Dale Doddy, and Rick Doddy, all of Cincinnati, OH. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, at Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Burial will be Thursday at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery, El Paso, TX.
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Pepin -- William Louis Pepin, 66, passed away at home October 31, 1999. He was born in Minneapolis, MN, served in the Air Force and was stationed at Kirtland Air Force Base, attended UNM, employed at KOB TV, member of American Modelers Association, and Albuquerque Thunderbirds Model Air Plane Club. He was preceded in death by his mother, Beatrice Pepin. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Nancy Pepin; daughters, Denise Pepin of Albuquerque, Michele Pepin of Poway, CA, Valerie Abeyta and husband, Jesse of Albuquerque, Stefinie Pepin of Amarillo, TX; five grandchildren, Jonathon Segura, Beatrice Segura, Jacqueline Secrua, Nicholas Abeyta, Matthew Abeyta; father, Louis David Pepin Jr. of Minneapolis, MN; brothers, James Pepin, Jean Thomas Pepin and wife, Cindy; sisters, Phyllis Mullin, Patricia Pepin, Jacqueline Hauer and husband, Ambrose, Janet Marie Pepin; numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends who loved and will miss him. Services will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 3, 1999. Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, with burial to follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW, 343-8008.
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Powell -- James I. Powell, 84, a resident of Albuquerque for 82 years, passed away quietly Monday, November 1, 1999. Jim served in the US Navy during WWII as a Chief Electricians Mate. He owned J.I. Powell Company, Electrical Contractor, for over 30 years before retiring in 1979. Jim loved the outdoors and was an avid fisherman. He dearly loved and missed his late wife,"Bert". Jim and Bertha were happily married for 42 years before she passed away in 1992. His survivors include three daughters, Susan Bobbitt and husband, Bill of Irving, TX, Deb Stark and husband, Larry of Albuquerque, and Barbara West and husband, Joe of Albuquerque; four grandsons, James Bobbitt of Irving, TX, Chris Lovato of Los Angeles, CA, Daniel Castellano and wife, Maria and David Castellano and wife, Adonica, all of Albuquerque; one step-grandson, Joseph West of Albuquerque; three great-grandchildren, Daniel Castellano, Breeana Castellano and Joel Castellano, all of Albuquerque; brother-in-law, Lee Neighbors and son, Matt; sister-in-law, Lillian Klineline; dear friends, Al and Fran Jobe; lifelong friend, Charlie Hobson; and numerous friends from La Familiar Cafe. Services are pending. Interment of cremations will take place at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Rahal -- Adele E. Rahal, 94, a resident of Albuquerque since 1969, died Sunday, October 31, 1999. She is survived by her son, Leo J. Rahal and wife, Hashmiyeh; granddaughter, Selwa Rahal of Philadelphia, PA; grandson, Nabeel Rahal of Albuquerque; and sisters, Medilia Stout and Corrine Masty, both of Detroit, MI. Mrs. Rahal was preceded in death by her husband, Leo M. Rahal. Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, 9:30 a.m., at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1818 Coal Pl. SE, with Father Bob Chabot, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, Attn: Melissa Vialpando, 5800 Lomas NE 87110. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Roybal -- F. Eileen Roybal passed away on November 1, 1999. Funeral services under the care of Rio Rancho Funeral Home, 2400 Southern Blvd., Rio Rancho, NM. 505-891-9192
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Sanchez -- Frances Marie Sanchez, 17, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died in a one car accident in Montgomery County, TX on Saturday, October 30, 1999. She is survived by her father, Wayne Sanchez; step-mother, Cindy Newman; brother, Michael Sanchez, all of Albuquerque; grandparents, Jesse and Josephine Sanchez of Bosque Farms, NM and Cathy and Buddy Morris of Albuquerque; great-grandmother, Flora Bruning of Albuquerque; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Other survivors include her mother and step-father, Tami and Greg Wolfe; sister, Brittney and brother, Ethan, all of The Woodlands, TX. She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Betty Guinn. Frances attended Bosque Farms Christian Academy where she was an honor student. She was very active in the church. Frances was an outgoing person who never met a stranger. Her smile and laughter will be deeply missed by her family and many friends. Services will be held Saturday, November 6, 1999, 10:30 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Pastor Roger Griffith officiating. Entombment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Chad Guinn, Carlos Chavez, James Stambaugh, Mitchell Guinn, Bill Guinn, and Matt Guinn. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Friday, November 5, 1999, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Francis Marie Sanchez Memorial Scholarship c/o Bosque Farms Christian Academy, 275 North Bosque Loop, Bosque Farms, NM 87068. French Mortuary, Lomas Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Sanchez -- Mrs. Trinidad"Trini" C. Sanchez, 77, a resident of Albuquerque passed away on November 1, 1999. Mrs. Sanchez was born in Tome, New Mexico on September 8, 1922 to Ramon B. Chavez and Marcelina Baca De Chavez. She is survived by her beloved children, Gloria Sanchez-Yund and husband, Ted, Marcelina (Marcy) Sanchez-Cordova and husband, Larry, Ramon Sanchez, MD and wife, Linda, Charlie Sanchez and wife, Irene, Joe Sanchez and wife, Dolores, Antonio Sanchez, Ph.D. E.X.C.M.O. and wife, Carolina Lucero, Philbert Sanchez and companion, Michelle Trujillo and Victorino Sanchez; one sister, Mary Davis; two brothers, Gillie Silva and Jesus Ramon Chavez and wife, Stella; 16 grandchildren and 1 great-granddaughter; several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Sanchez was a member of the Catholic Church. A Rosary will be recited Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. at St. Anne Catholic Church, 1400 Arenal S.W. with visitation at the Church after 6:30 p.m. Jacobo de la Serna, reciting, Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday morning at 10:00 a.m. at St. Anne Catholic Church with viewing at the Church after 9:30 a.m. Father John Shedlock, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be her sons, Philbert, Ramon, Charlie, Joe, Antonio and Victorino. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Simpson -- Lily Mae"Johnnie" Simpson, 73, a resident of Rio Rancho and a lifetime resident of New Mexico, passed away on Sunday, October 31, 1999. Lily Mae Simpson was born November 26, 1925 the daughter of Robert Grant and Mable Sally Deathridge Foster in Raton, New Mexico."Johnnie" was preceded in death by her husband J.C."Jake" Simpson in 1994. She is survived by two daughters Patricia McClain and husband Gary and Ruby Caputo and husband Paul all of Rio Rancho; two brothers, Robert Foster, Jr. and wife, Spring of Oregon, James Foster and wife, Jackie of Albuquerque; one sister, Mary Louise McKeegan of Raton; six grandchildren, Sean, Morgan, Joseph, Annette, Jason and Lisa; four great-grandchildren, Bryant, Jake, Kayla and Eric; and her faithful companion, Foxy Dude."Jonnie" was one of the most humane and caring persons to ever walk the earth. She was much loved and will be deeply missed. The service for"Jonnie" will be tomorrow, Thursday, November 4, 1999, at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho, with the entombment to follow in Vista Verde Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Morgan McClain, Sean McClain, Andrew Romero, and Jason Caputo. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary.
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Slaymaker -- In Memory of CAROLYN JANE SLAYMAKERNovember 27, 1930 - October 30, 1998Dearest Jane, Thank you for your love and friendship through the years. We miss you very much. You'll always be in our thoughts and in our hearts. Rest peacefully.We love you. Michael, Myrna, Joe, Lauren, Meghan, Robert, and all of your many dear friends.
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Strahan -- Rhonda Kay Strahan, 34, a resident of Rio Rancho for the past six years, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, October 31, 1999. Rhonda was born June 21, 1965 in Texas. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandmother, Lola Mae Sosebee. Rhonda is survived by her husband of 16 years, Clayton Strahan of Rio Rancho; daughter, Connie Strahan of Rio Rancho; parents, Jesse and Doris Lawson and Gary Hargis; brothers and sisters, Mike Hargis of Ft. Worth, TX, Cheryl Morrow and husband, Greg of Walnut Springs, TX, Dana Hargis of Walnut Springs, TX, and Katrina Hargis of Ft. Worth, TX; maternal grandfather, Monroe Sosebee of Weatherford, TX; and numerous nieces and nephews. Rhonda was a loving and devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend. The Visitation for Rhonda will be held today, Wednesday, November 3, 1999 from 5 to 9 p.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd. at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho. The Service will be held on Thursday, November 4, 1999 at 10:30 a.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary with Pastor Jeff Carr officiating. Interment will follow in Vista Verde Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Clayton Strahan, Mike Hargis, Jim Stewart, Mike Aguilar, Greg Morrow, and Scott Welch. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary, Rio Rancho.
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Sweet -- Jean Sweet, 67, a resident of Albuquerque since 1983, passed away October 30, 1999. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Arthur Sweet and her beloved sister, Lois Blakeslee of California. She is survived by her son, Gregory Sweet and wife of Albuquerque; daughter, Linda Pierson, husband and grandson of Florida. Jean was born in Hartford, CT. She was a member of the Oasis Singers and the Bear Canyon Choir. She did volunteer work at the Musuem of Natural History. Jean was a golf enthusiast and thoroughly enjoyed the camaraderic of her many golfing friends. A Memorial Service will be held at Hoffmantown Church, 8888 Harper NE, on Friday, November 5, 1999, at 1:30 p.m. officiated by Pastor Ken Moore. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to American Heart Assocation, P.O. Box 90790, Albuquerque, NM 87199.
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Trujillo -- Mrs. Anita"Nina" Trujillo our beloved mother and grandmother passed away on Sunday, October 31, 1999 at the age of 71. She is survived by her two sons, Steve Trujillo and wife, Molly and Sam Trujillo; seven grandchildren, Valerie, Kevin, Stephanie, Steven, Jeremy, Melanie and Alyssa; four sisters, Lorrie Garcia, Priscilla Chavez, Tonnie Blea and Rose Porta. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday at the Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Peralta, NM at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Peralta Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Richard Garcia, Johnny Garcia, Leroy Garcia, Raymond Chavez, Robert Blea and Steven P. Trujillo. Arrangements are provided by Metropolitan Direct Burial and Cremation Center, Inc. 729 San Mateo Blvd NE, Albuquerque. 256-9400 www.AlbuquerqueNM.com
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Velasquez -- Florence Velasquez, 60, a resident of Albuquerque for eight years, died Saturday, October 30, 1999. She is survived by her children, John P. Velasquez of Phoenix, AZ, Joseph Velasquez and wife, Rebecca of Santa Fe, Valerie DeAguero and husband, Joseph of Espanola, Annette Aguayo and husband, Robert of Albuquerque and Robert O. Velasquez Jr. and wife, Trinnie of Espanola; ten grandchildren, Joseph Velasquez, Paul Velasquez, Timothy Velasquez, Joshua Velasquez, Robert Velasquez, Christopher Velasquez, Joseph DeAguero Jr., Nicolette DeAguero, Naomi Velasquez, and Kayla Velasquez; and brothers and sisters, Bernie and Alfred Mendiha, Donna and Melvin Alvaro, all of Hawaii, Ellie and Lonnie Johnston of California, Nattie and Wilfred Nicolas, Irene and Allen Sandry, Richard and Prescilla Solon, Judi Solon, Robert and Lynn Solon, Randy Solon, all of Hawaii, and Gloria Jean Wirth of California. Mrs. Velasquez was a member of Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, where she was active in the choir. She enjoyed participating with the"Mall-Walkers" group at Winrock Mall. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert"Bobby" Velasquez Sr. in June, 1991. Rosary will be recited Thursday, November 4, 1999, 3:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Deacon Pilar Garcia reciting. Mass will be celebrated Friday, November 5, 1999, 10:00 a.m., at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5310 Claremont NE, with Father Johnny Lee Chavez, Celebrant. Interment will take place at 1:30 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Gary Beyer, Chris Shuey, Harold Newlander, Don Hancock, Kevin Osegueda, and Amos Padilla. Honorary pallbearers will be Florence's seven grandsons. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Thursday, November 4, 1999, from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Walter -- Richard F. Walter, 84, departed this life on November 1, 1999 in Albuquerque, N.M. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Jean Walter; daughters, Susan Walter-Linsell of Albuquerque and Julie McLeod of Richmond, Virginia; grandchildren, Paul McLeod and Desiree Walter-Davis. He is remembered for his devotion to his family, he was an Air Force Veteran of WWII, a long time member of All Saint's Episcopal Church in Bayside, NY. He was active in the Masonic Lodge, the Scottish Rite and the Shrine Temple in New York City. Memorial Services will be held on Friday, November 5, 1999, 9:00 a.m. at St. Marks on the Mesa Episcopal Church, 431 Richmond Place NE, Albuquerque, NM. Donations may be made in Mr. Walter's name, to the Ballut Abyad Shrine Temple, Childrens Burn Hospital Fund, 6600 Zuni Road SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108, (505) 265-0800. Cremation arrangements by the Sunrise Society of New Mexico, (505) 891-8200
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Watson -- Nona Watson (Winona Joy Corley), 67, a retired educator and counselor, died October 29, 1999, in Escondido, California. Nona worked for more than 20 years with the Bloomfield School District in Bloomfield, New Mexico. She was born November 19, 1931, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Survivors include her husband, Cliff; ex-husband, Lee, sons; Danny, Joe, and Tim; daughter, Cricket (Ann); and six grandchildren, Toby, Samantha, Jessie, Kimiyo, Joey, and Jeremiah. A tribute will be held Saturday, November 6, 1999, 2:00 p.m., at the First United Methodist Church in Belen, New Mexico.
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