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Apodaca -- June"Selma" Apodaca, 76, passed away November 4, 1999. She was born in Marion, Ohio. She was preceded in death by husband, Licho Apodaca; daughter, Priscilla Apodaca; grandsons, Paul and Dominic Apodaca. She is survived by children, Dessie Sanchez, Ollie Apodaca, Susan Trujillo and husband, Julian, Joe D. Apodaca and Sheri; 12 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; brother, Marion Symonds; sisters, Mary Evelyn Spurlock, Ella Mae Symonds, Betty Padilla; other family and friends who loved and will miss her. Services will be held at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Isleta with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, November 5, 1999, Mass celebrated at 10:00 a.m., with Burial following at Los Padillas Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW, 343-8008.
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Bolton -- Katherine"Kate" Bolton, 87, passed away October 30, 1999. She was born in Altus, Arkansas, September 13, 1912, lived in Gallup, NM in the 1930's and then moved to Albuquerque. She was in the Navy Waves, worked for the Veterans Administration, and had been a resident of Albuquerque Manor for the past four years. She was preceded in death by her parents, P.D. Bolton and Daisey May McDonald; brother, George W. Bolton; sister, Ruth Kinsella. She is survived by nephews, Jerry W. Bolton of California, Pat Kinsella of Albuquerque; nieces, Judy Coldwell of Gallup and Patsy Chavez of California; seven great-nieces, four great-nephews, family and friends who loved and will miss her. Visitation will be held at Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., on Saturday, November 6, 1999 with a graveside service at Fairview Cemetery at 1:00 p.m.
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Candelaria -- Ismael Candelaria, 86, passed away November 3, 1999. He was preceded in death by son, Ismael Jr. He is survived by daughter, Patricia Pacheco and husband, Fidel; eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; brothers and sister, family and friends who loved and will miss him. Services will be held at San Jose Church in Duranes with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, November 5, 1999, Mass at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, with Burial to follow at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW, 343-8008.
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Clem -- Caroline Clem, 67, a resident of Albuquerque for 33 years, died Wednesday, November 3, 1999. She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Robert G."Bob" Clem of Albuquerque; sons, Dr. Don Clem and wife, Tana of Albuquerque and Dr. Michael Clem and wife, Janet of Cincinnati, OH; daughter, Kathleen Thompson and husband, Gregory of Southlake, TX; grandchildren, Nathan and Kyle Clem, Sarah and Ryan Clem, Caitlin and Parker Thompson; brother, Thomas Johnson and wife, Diane of Hayden Lake, ID; and sister, Rosemary Conway and husband, Michael of Tyler, TX. Mrs. Clem was an active member of the New Mexico Watercolor Society. She exhibited her work at the Yucca Gallery in Old Town. For many years, she was active in the Ladies Auxiliary at St. Joseph's Hospital. She was a friendly, outgoing person who took great pride in her family and she will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Mrs. Clem enjoyed traveling, particularly annual trips to Hawaii. Memorial services will be held Sunday, November 7, 1999, 3:00 p.m., French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Rev. Charles E. Price officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the New Mexico Girls & Boys Ranch, 6209 Hendrix NE 87110 or the Animal Humane Assoc. of NM, 615 Virginia Dr. SE 87108. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Crepeau -- Marjorie C. Crepeau, 78, a resident of Albuquerque since 1965, passed away in the presence of her family, Tuesday, November 2, 1999. She was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Eugene Crepeau, July 26, 1999; and three grandchildren. She is survived by nine daughters, Adine Crepeau of Colorado Springs, CO, Cathy Schuck (Jim) of Dayton, OH, Carol Sanchez (Michael) of Albuquerque, Jeanette Wayne (Richard) of Albuquerque, Mary Lusk (Sam) of Irving, TX, Cecelia Johnston (Ken) of Colorado Springs, CO, Elaine Bryan (Dave) of Albuquerque, Renee Kiczek (Stan) of East Ampton, NJ, Diane Hendrix (Martin) of Colorado Springs, CO; three sons, Paul Crepeau (Lorie) of Mobile, AL, Michael Crepeau (Lisa) of Albuquerque, and Joseph Crepeau (Jennifer) of Albuquerque; one brother, Harold Sievers of San Antonio, TX; 34 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. She was cherished and will be remembered by all. And because of her tireless love and caring."There was always room for one more." She was a member of Holy Ghost Catholic Church and a member of Birthright of Albuquerque, Inc. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, November 5, 1999, 10:00 a.m., at Holy Ghost Catholic Church, 833 Arizona SE. Pallbearers will be Michael Crepeau, Joseph Crepeau, Dave Bryan, Harold Sievers, Carol Sanchez and Jeanette Wayne. Interment will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Birthright of Albuquerque, Inc., 209 Palomas Dr. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Dixon -- Robert B."Bob" Dixon Sr., 72, a resident of Albuquerque since 1938, died peacefully at home Saturday afternoon, October 30, 1999, of heart failure. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Ottis and Alice Dixon; and brothers, Ralph A. and Merl Dixon. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Betty; sons, Robert B. Jr. and wife, Kathy, Gary S. and Michael O., all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Rebecca Lynn and Robert B. III; brothers, Ronald O. and wife, Jeanne of Arizona and Gene F. and wife, Betty of Albuquerque. Bob was employed by PNM as a lineman for 20 years. He was a member of IBEW, Local 611 for 50 years. Since late 1970, he and Betty owned and operated a mobile home park. Memorial services will be held Saturday, 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Pastor George Morris officiating. Interment of cremains will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery at a later date. The family requests that memorial contributions be made in his name to Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation Presbyterian Hospice Homecare, P.O. Box 26666, 87125-6666 or to the charity of your choice. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Duran -- Mary M. Duran, Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Aunt, born October 10, 1917, passed away on Wednesday, November 3, 1999. Mary was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque. She was a member of Santuario de San Martin Catholic Church. Mary is survived by her husband, Salvador Duran; daughters, Patricia A. Duran of Albuquerque, Betty Duran-Lippman and husband, Mark of Rio Rancho; sons, Salvador Duran Jr. and wife, Laura of Rio Rancho, Rick Duran and wife, Kathy of Rio Rancho, and Peter Duran and wife, Elizabeth of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Jude Duran, Aaron Duran, Briana Duran-Lippman, Marky Duran-Lippman, and Amanda Duran; great-grandchild, Joshuah Duran; brothers, Manuel Martinez and Joseph F. Martinez, both of Albuquerque; sisters, Frances Farris, Sophia Aguliar, Bessie Saavedra, Gloria G. Romero, all of Albuquerque, Adele Martinez of South Field, MI, and Marylouise Cordova of Arlington, VA. Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Friday, November 5, 1999, at Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE. A Rosary will be recited at Santuario de San Martin on November 5, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. Mass will be celebrated at Santuario de San Martin, 8321 Camino San Martin SW, on November 6, 1999 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Salvador Duran Jr., Rick Duran, Peter Duran, Jude Duran, Aaron Duran, Mark Lippman. Honorary pallbearers will be Marky Duran-Lippman and Stephen Romero. The Duran family would like to thank everyone for all the prayers and support you've shown for our mother during her illness and after her death. Mom, we all will always continue to love and miss you. Memorial contributions may be made to Presbyterian Hospice, 8300 Constitution Ave. NE 87110. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Gallaher -- Jack Gallaher, 72, of Las Cruces, died Tuesday, November 2, 1999 at Memorial Medical Center. He was born on January 20, 1927 to Roy Gallaher and Lorraine Bailey. Jack was a veteran of the US Navy, serving his country during WWII and was also a retired geological engineer. He had been a member of the Rotary Club and the Amigos. Jack is survived by his wife, Betty Gallaher of the family home; children, Kevin Gallaher and wife, Beccy Rhoades of Silverton, CO, Jim Gallaher and wife, Lisa, Kathleen Russell and husband, Patrick, all of Albuquerque; brother, Dale Gallaher and wife, Mary Kay of Magdalena, NM; grandchildren, Sam and wife, Trisha, Kevin, Elizabeth, Christopher; and great-granddaughter, McKenzie. A graveside service for the cremains will be held at 1:30 p.m., Monday, November 8, 1999 at Santa Fe National Cemetery with Military Honors. Arrangements by Getz Funeral Home, corner of Solano and Bowman Ave., Las Cruces, NM, 526-2419.
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Gerhard -- Istvan Sandor (Steve) Gerhard, 62, died Tuesday, October 26, 1999. He is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Rozalia (Rose) Gerhard; daughters, Rozalinda Sitler and husband, David of Brooklyn Center, MN, Rosemary Darrow and husband, Chris of Henrietta, NY; mother, Maria; and brother, Zoltan of Budapest, Hungary; his grandchildren, Kristi Sitler, Jenny Sitler, Carl Sitler, and Brianna Darrow. Also surviving him are his brother-in-law, sisters-in-law, and numerous nieces and nephews in Hungary. Istvan was predeceased by his father; one brother; and one sister. He worked as a machinist at Sandia Labs for many years. He also belonged to the Zia Roamers Chapter of the Good Sam Club. He will be missed by his family and friends. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial service will be held at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Saturday, November 6, 1999 at 11:00 a.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Presbyterian Hospice. Isten veled nyugodjal bekebe. Arrangements by Aspen Funeral Alternatives, 1935 Juan Tabo NE.
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Goodall -- Leon"Dupey" W. Goodall, 80, a resident of Albuquerque since 1993, died Sunday, October 31, 1999. He is survived by his daughter, Brenda G. Chandler and husband, Leon J. of Albuquerque; and several cousins. Affectionately known as Dupey all his life, Dupey was a strong family oriented man. He had the will and courage to work two full-time jobs to support his family and always made time to participate in family events. After 20 years of service to the City of New York, Dupey retired, but continued to work his second job until his retirement from that one. He never experienced an idle moment since he played semi-professional basketball in his younger years and bowled in his latter years. He traveled with his family and as a member of the Guardsmen, Inc., Brooklyn chapter, he participated in many of New York's grand social events. Many remember him as a great dancer and an expert"Electric Slide" aficionado. After being widowed for the third time, he moved to Albuquerque in December, 1993 to be closer to his loving daughter and son-in-law, but still remained physically and socially active until his untimely stroke in November, 1997. Dupey will be deeply missed by his family and friends-both the new ones her in Albuquerque and old ones in New York. Services will be held Saturday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. Private interment will take place at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Saturday, one hour prior to services.
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Gunderson -- Edythe I. Gunderson, 86, a resident of Albuquerque for 22 years, died Tuesday, November 2, 1999. She is survived by her son, Vernon Dale Gunderson of San Diego, CA; daughters, Shirley Alley of Albuquerque and Kathy Tidy of Philadelphia, PA; sister, Arlene Childs of Philipsburg, KS; 16 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; 19 great-great-grandchildren; and special friends, John and Alda Breer of Albuquerque. Mrs. Gunderson was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Floyd H. Gunderson. Services will be held Friday, 2:30 p.m., at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, with Edwin Shepperson officiating. Entombment will follow at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum. Pallbearers will be John Breer, Pete Alley, Vernon Gunderson, Luke Alley, Wayne Alley and Laura Alley. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
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Herrera -- The family of Mr. Fermin Herrera Sr. wishes to thank all their relatives and friends who were in attendance of the Rosary and Funeral services for Mr. Herrera. 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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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 Miller and husband, Eric of Albuquerque; two sons, John Richmond Hughes and wife, Stella Sue of Witchita Falls, TX, and their children, Billy White and wife, Wendy, Tracee Joy Kennedy and husband, Shawn, Timothy Joseph Kennedy and Cortnee Joy Kennedy; son, William Hughes, and wife, Penny, their children, Nicole Leigh Hughes, Casey Elizabeth Hughes and Amorette Christabella 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. He owned and operated Customized Electronic Engineering for 45 years and he was the areas only Allen Organ Technician. 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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Jowers -- JOSEPH J. JOWERS 10-21-21 11-05-98GOD SAW THAT HE WAS GETTING TIRED, AND A CURE WAS NOT TO BE, SO HE PUT HIS ARMS AROUND HIM AND WHISPERED,"COME WITH ME."WITH TEARFUL EYES WE WATCHED HIM SUFFER AND SAW HIM FADE AWAY ALTHOUGH WE COULDN'T BEAR TO LOSE HIM, WE COULD NOT BID HIM STAY.A GOLDEN HEART STOPPED BEATING, HARD-WORKING HANDS WERE LAID TO REST; GOD BROKE OUR HEARTS TO PROVE TO US- HE ONLY TAKES THE BEST.WE MISS YOU SO VERY MUCH, YOUR LOVING WIFE, LYDIA AND DAUGHTERS, BRENDA, SANDY, DEBBIE AND LYDIA JO
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Kahoiwai -- Sam Kahoiwai, 88, a resident of Rio Rancho, died Sunday, October 31, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Amy Kahoiwai of Rio Rancho; and son, Samuel A. Kahoiwai Jr. of Phoenix, AZ. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held Saturday, 10:30 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Pastor Lemuel M. Boyles officiating.
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Legore -- Loy Clarence LaGore, 78, of Sun City West, Arizona, formerly of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, November 2, 1999 in Sun City West, AZ. He was born August 21, 1921 in Taneytown, MD. He had moved to Sun City West in 1994 from Albuquerque. He had worked as Food Director at the Albuquerque Academy, retiring in 1991. He was an Army Veteran of World War II and the Korean Conflict. He was a member of Lord of Life Lutheran Church in Sun City West and the Sun City West Men's Club. He is survived by his wife, Marjorie Alice LeGore; two sons, Gregory L. LeGore of Moorpark, CA and Jeffrey A. LeGore of Phoenix, AZ; and six grandchildren. Funeral services were held Thursday in Sun City West, AZ, and also will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, at the Gerner-Wolf Kopchak Funeral Home in Port Clinton, OH. Burial with Military Honors will be in Elliston, OH. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Assn., 9034 N. 23rd Ave., Ste. 8, Phoenix, AZ 85021.
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Mayer -- NORMAN E. MAYER January 14, 1926 - November 5, 1997Our hearts carry your love everyday. We miss you ever so deeply. Your loving familyHopi PrayerDo not stand at my grave and weep, I am not there, I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow, I am the diamond glints on snow. I am the sunlight on the ripened grain, I am the gentle Autumn's rain. When you awaken in the morning hush, I am the swift, uplifting rush of Quiet birds in circled flight. I am the soft stars that shine at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry, I am not there, I did not die.
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Russell -- In Loving Memory of GEORGE T. RUSSELL February 29, 1948 - November 5, 1995"The Lord's Prayer"Our Father who art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; And forgive us our trespasses As we forgive those who trespass against us; And lead us not into temptation, But deliver us from evil.Amen
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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 Frances 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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Sandoval -- Isidro Sandoval, 86, beloved and devoted father, grandfather, and brother, walked into the arms of the Lord, Wednesday, November 3, 1999. He was born and raised in Chama, NM, where he also resided. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Sandoval in 1966. He is survived by his loving daughter, Loyola Gleisner and husband, Marvin; grandson, Richard M. Gleisner; three great-grandchildren, Ashley Rene Gleisner, Richard M. Gleisner Jr., and Mariah Loyola Gleisner. Also surviving are one sister, Ruby Sanchez; two brothers, Tommy Sandoval and Hermino Sandoval. He will be greatly missed by his loving family. A Memorial Rosary will be recited on Saturday at 5:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Garcia Mortuary, located on the corner of 8th and Stover. For floral assistance, please call 243-5222. Funeral services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW.
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Turrietta -- Mr. Anthony Turrietta died Wednesday in Albuquerque at the age of 49. He is survived by his mother, Reina Turrietta; son, Anthony Turrietta Jr.; daughter, Rainy Sanchez; and granddaughter, Samantha Sanchez. Funeral services for Mr. Turrietta will be held on Saturday at the St. Anne Catholic Church, where the Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Victor Spradling, Vernon Spradling, David Moya, David Frezze, Will Sanchez and Manuel Moya. Visitation for Mr. Turrietta will be held on Friday, from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., in the mortuary chapel. A Rosary will be recited on Friday evening, 7:00 p.m., at the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Ward -- Mr. Glen H. Ward died Wednesday in Albuquerque at the age of 71. Mr. Ward was preceded in death by his wife, Lola D. Ward; and sons, Leroy Magoffe and Dean Ward. He is survived by his sons, Jim Magoffe and wife, Margaret and Tracy Ward; daughter, Sara Wilbanks; 11 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and numerous brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, and sisters-in-law. Private family memorial services will be held at a later time. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to Catholic Social Services. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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