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Adams -- William E. Adams, 93 years old, passed away in Albuquerque, NM, November 3, 1999. He had made his home in Clovis, NM for the last 15 years. His wife, Kay preceded him in death in July 1999. He is survived by his sister, Mable Galusha of Seattle, WA and his brother, Roy W. Adams and his wife, Marie of Albuquerque, NM. He is also survived by stepsons and their families and many nieces and nephews. He had been very active in Shriner's. Services will be held Monday, November 8, 1999, 11:00 a.m. at Steed Todd Funeral Home, Clovis, NM with Dr. Thomas P. Jones officiating. Final resting place is Mission Garden of Memories with Masonic Graveside Services by Clovis Lodge #40 A.F. and A.M., Clovis, NM. Bill, we will miss you.
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Baca -- Mable Ann Baca, age 69, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away on November 4, 1999. She was preceded in death by her husband, Milton Baca, October 1, 1975. She is survived by her daughter, Cecilia Baca; two sons, Sat and Clem Baca; six grandchildren, Alissa, Tony, Debi, Denise, Milton, Frankie and she was preceded in death by one great-granddaughter, Erin, September 9, 1999; three sisters also survive her, Josie, Christina, Annie; three brothers, Timothy, David, Ruben; and many nieces and nephews. Mr. and Mrs. Baca owned Baca's Mexican Restaurant from 1949 to 1997. A Memorial Service will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. Monday, November 8, 1999 at St. Charles Borremeo Church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in her name to the Spiritual Renewal Center, 2348 Pajarito Rd. SW 87105. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Baylor -- David M. Baylor, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away November 5, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Shirley Baylor of Albuquerque; daughter, Louanne Norwood of New Orleans, LA; son, David Baylor and wife, Cindy of Colorado Springs, CO; grandchildren, Shirley Jane Benecki and husband, Walter of Seattle, WA, Rosemary Norwood of Baton Rouge, LA, Sarah and Kathryn Baylor of Colorado Springs, and Michelle Baylor and Christopher Baylor of Sarasota, FL. David Mannering Baylor was the second son born to Chester and Inez Baylor on July 18, 1910 in Plattsmouth, NE. When his father's thriving coal and ice business was destroyed by a disgruntled employee turned arsonist, the family moved to eastern Colorado and pioneered wheat farming in unfriendly cattle country in 1916. David's father died in 1918 during the flu epidemic of that year and after many crop failures, dust storms, droughts and other natural disasters, David and his mother moved to Akron, OH, where he entered and finished high school. Early in life he had demonstrated an abiding love of theatre and after some professional experience he was encouraged to try the big time, even though it was the middle of the depression. After a Broadway career which lasted three performances, he returned to Akron and entered the fledgling field of radio. He moved to Washington, PA, where a new radio station was being formed, the most important career move of his life, for one day a young lady named Shirley Poff came in for an audition. They would have celebrated their 65th anniversary on December 30, 1999. David and Shirley worked together in radio in Pittsburgh and Cleveland until their daughter Louanne was born in 1938. Dave become program director of WGAR in Cleveland and his work took him into military reporting before and after Pearl Harbor. In June of 1944 he was attached to the U.S. First Army as a combat correspondent in the E.T.O. for his own station as well as for CBS and the BBC, working with Edward R. Murrow, Ernie Pyle, Richard Hottellet, Bill Downs, Andy Rooney and others. In April of 1946 David and Shirley were blessed with their son David Wadsworth Baylor. After WWII he built and managed the first non-network radio station in Cleveland from 1947 to 1952, after which he ventured into television for five years, then joined one of the nations largest advertising agencies where he handled advertising for fifteen years, and from which he retired in 1975. He had maintained his interest in theatre throughout his business career and organized the Aurora (Ohio) Community Theatre, was on the acting and directing staff of the Colonial Players in Annapolis, MC, and the Albuquerque Little Theatre where he also served on the board of trustees. He is a member Radio Pioneers, La Mesa Presbyterian Church and Blue Lode #606 of AF & AM in Aurora, Ohio. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, November 10, 1999, 11:00 a.m. at La Mesa Presbyterian Church, 7401 Copper Ave. NE, with Rev. Trey Hammond officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the La Mesa Presbyterian Building Fund, 7401 Copper Ave. NE, 87108 or to the charity of your choice. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE 265-5959
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Carrillo -- Margarito (Mario) Carrillo, 39, a beloved and devoted husband, father, brother, uncle and friend, walked into the arms of the Lord, Thursday, November 4, 1999. Mario was born in Albuquerque on June 27, 1960 to the late Preciliano and Mary Carrillo; he was an Albuquerque High School graduate; a parishioner of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church; he was employed by the City of Albuquerque; and was an avid Dallas Cowboy fan. He is survived by his loving wife of 20 years, Sally Carrillo; one son, Joseph Carrillo; one daughter, Rebecca Carrillo, all of the family home; four sisters, Helen Hiles, Eloisa Nieto and husband, Horacio, Linda Gallegos and Amada Carrillo, all of Albuquerque. Also surviving are his mother-in-law, Rita Griego; sister-in-law, Grace Griego; brother-in-law, Carlos Griego Jr. and wife, Karen; one aunt, Frances Carrillo; his nieces and nephews, Sabrina Gallegos, Francine Nieto, Monique Perches, Luis Perches, Leroy Hiles, Vickie Griego and Eric Griego; and a host of friends. He will be greatly missed by his loving family and those who knew him. Final viewing will be this morning from 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. in the Chapel of Garcia Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday morning, 9:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 1860 Griegos NW, with Fr. Richard Olona as Celebrant. Interment will follow at Valencia Cemetery. Casket Bearers will be Joseph Carrillo, Leroy Hiles, Carl Garcia, Gary Villanueva, Tony Archuleta and Carlos Griego, Jr. Funeral services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW.
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Dahl -- Donald D. Dahl, 79, passed away on October 15, 1999. He was born March 25, 1920 in Savage, Montana and grew up in Rhame, ND. Don was a dedicated newspaperman. He received his journalism degree from the University of North Dakota in 1941, where he remained active as a loyal alumnus and member of Beta Theta Pi. After serving in the Navy as a harbor defense officer in New Guinea and the Philippines during WWII, Donald obtained his Master's degree from the Columbia School of Journalism, NY, NY in 1950. He worked for newspapers in ND, NH, and RI and was correspondent to the United Press in Manila, Philippines. After 28 years with the Albuquerque Tribune, Don retired as news editor in 1982. Donald is survived by his former wife, Helen Dahl of Moriarty; two daughters, Christine Dahl and partner, Gerri Barnhart of Albuquerque and Karen McKenzie and husband, Kenneth of Palma Ranch, NM; cherished grandchildren, Travis, Scarlett, Malcolm, Madeline, and Colin McKenzie; sister, Mrs. Chuck (Kay) Callantine of Belgrade, MT; and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Funeral and burial services were held in Bozeman, MT with arrangements by French Mortuary and Dahl Funeral Chapels. A celebration of Don's life will be held Sunday, November 14, 1999, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., at the Albuquerque Press Club, 201 Highland Park Cir. SE (from Central Ave., south on Elm St., follow road up into Highland Park). Memorial contributions may be made to the UND Alumni Foundation, Box 8157, Grand Forks, ND 58202.
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Garcia -- Funeral Services for Mr. Fred B. Garcia will be held on Tuesday at the Queen of Angels Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 12:30 p.m. A Rosary for Mr. Chavez will be recited on Monday evening at 7:00 p.m. with visitation beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St SW.
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Griego -- Aron B. Griego, 68, a resident of Albuquerque since 1950, died Saturday, November 6, 1999. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Lucy Griego of the family home; daughters, Geraldine P. Hernandez and husband, Anthony, Renee Anaya and husband, Henry all of Albuquerque, Rebecca Darby and husband, George of Rio Rancho; son, Richard S. Griego and wife, Sharon of Albuquerque; grandsons, Richard Stephen Griego Jr., Aaron D. Griego, Christopher Anaya, Zachary Anaya, and Anthony Hernandez, Jr., all of Albuquerque; granddaughters, Jessica Lynn Candelaria of Albuquerque and Jocelynn Darby of Rio Rancho; brother, Elfego Garcia and wife, Virginia of Grants; sisters, Felia Chacon and husband, Milton of Albuquerque, Delmira Botello and husband, John of Wichita Falls, TX, and Barbara DeCosta and husband, John of Socorro, NM; special friends, Henry L. Anaya, Sr. and wife, Irene; and his favorite pet"his son Easy". A Prayer Service will be held Tuesday, 7:00 p.m. at the French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE with Pastor Abel Vega officiating. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, 10:30 a.m. at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, with Pastor Vega officiating. Entombment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be Salo Griego, Jr. Nathan Griego, Elfego Griego Jr., Dwayne DeCosta, Vincent Metzgar, and Charles Anaya. Honorary pallbeareres will be Henry Anaya, Sr., and Henry Millan. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Tuesday from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
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Grimes -- David N. Grimes, 72, passed away November 5, 1999 from pneumonia and complications from Parkinson's disease. David was born May 7, 1927 in Walters, OK to David Russell and Jessie Noel (Adkins). He graduated from Lawton High School and served in the U.S. Army. He attended Cameron Jr. College and graduated in 1951 from Oklahoma University with a degree in mechanical engineering. He was also a Lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force. After his time in the service he worked for General Electric in Milwaukee, WI and later moved to Albuquerque to work for ACF and later General Dynamics. A resident of Albuquerque for 38 years, he is survived by his son, Michael D. Grimes and wife, Julie of Albuquerque; and his sister, Mary Sue Ott of Lawton, OK. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, November 9, 1999 at 10:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Central United Methodist Church. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St NW, Albuquerque, NM. 343-8008
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Morgan -- Mildred F. Morgan, 91, a resident of Albuquerque since 1916, died Thursday, November 4, 1999. She is survived by her daughter, Gail Wood of Albuquerque; 7 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and brother, L. P. Ford, Jr. and Betty of Knoxville, TN. Services will be held Tuesday, 10:30 a.m. at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Pallbearers will be Bill Merrell, Josh Merrell, Tom Christensen, Randy Wood, Jim Wood and Hugh McLean. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Monday, 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
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Parsley -- Phyllis Mae Parsley, 62, who was a wonderful grandma, wife, mother, soul-mate, best friend, was born May 8, 1937 and died Friday, November 5, 1999. A resident of Albuquerque since 1973, she will be missed by her life-long companion and husband of 42 years, Bob; son, Steve Parsley and wife, Sheryl, and their daughter, Amber Nicole Parsley, of Albuquerque and Las Cruces; sister, Donna Collie and husband, Eddie of El Monte, CA; sister-in-law, Dorothy Raymond of St. John, Kansas; and several nieces and nephews. Phyllis is preceded in death by two brothers, Bradley D. Raymond and Larry Raymond; parents, Harry and Edna Raymond; and her stepfather, Sal Termine. She took great delight in the world around her and loved to be outdoors. Phyllis saw beauty in everything she saw and every one she met. She was a very compassionate person, and her whole life revolved around her family, especially her beloved granddaughter, Amber-Nicole--whose special relationship was blessed by love, respect and joy. Phyllis was always willing to listen to others and be there for them. She worked hard during her life and took great pride in her job as a technical typist at Metatech Corporation. Phyllis will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Cremation has taken place. Memorial Services will be Wednesday, November 10, 2:00 p.m. in the French Mortuary Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions in Phyllis Parsley's name to the Hospice of your choice. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, is in charge of the arrangements.
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Saiz -- Funeral Services for Lillian"Veronica" Saiz will be held on Monday at the San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church, where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to the Make-A-Wish Foundation or the Children's Cancer Fund, UNM Pediatric Oncology. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Sanchez -- Sarah Nicole Sanchez, infant daughter of Matthew and Doreen Sanchez, died Wednesday, November 3, 1999. She is also survived by her older brothers, Phillip and Matthew; maternal grandmother, Vivian Armijo; Godmother, Patricia Cordova; and her loving Aunt Lynda Cordova. Sarah was preceded in death by her paternal grandmother, Mary Ann Sanchez. Graveside services will be held Monday, 2:00 p.m. at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 7500 Paseo Del Norte, with Father John Conway officiating. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Monday 1:00 p.m. to service time.
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Sandoval -- Lisa Marie Sandoval, 5, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died suddenly in her sleep Thursday morning November 4, 1999. She is survived by her parents, Dr. Jerry and Dawn Sandoval; brothers, Eric Sandoval and Jacob Sandoval; grandparents, Fred and Bertha Sandoval and Jay and Beth Bamsey; great-grandparents, William and Doris Leonardson and Josephine Lucero; godparents, Peggy Maxwell-Luke"Nina" and Phillip Sandoval"Nino"; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins; many close friends. Lisa's life brought a great deal of joy to many lives. She attended St. Luke's Lutheran Weekday School since the age of two. She enjoyed playing as well as wrestling with her big brother, Eric and looking out for her baby brother, Jacob. Lisa also liked to play hide and go seek, when her dad came home from work Lisa and Eric would hide and dadda would seek. Lisa loved to sing, swim, play soccer, draw and play dress-up. Her favorite things to draw were flowers, hearts, butterflies and rainbows. She was a member of Faith Lutheran Church and Sunday School. She loved Jesus. Services will be held Monday, 9:00 a.m. with visitation at 8:00 a.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, 10000 Spain Rd. NE, with Reverend W. Bruce Wilder officiating. Interment will take place at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Sunday, 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. In Lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions may be made to St. Luke's Weekday School, 9100 Menaul Blvd. NE. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. She is now our"Sweetie" Angel.
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Satterfield -- Olon D. Satterfield, 81, a resident of Albuquerque since 1963, died Friday, November 5, 1999. He is survived by his son, Jeff Satterfield and wife, Paula; daughter, Pamela Burbach and husband, Daniel; granddaughters, Amy Richards, Tasha Satterfield, Adrienne Reich, Bobbi Jean Reich; grandsons, Daniel Burbach, Jason Burbach, and Jeffery Satterfield II; great grandchildren, Alexis, Shyla, Kiersten; brothers, Hiram B. Satterfield and wife, Arlene and Bradly Satterfield and wife, Janet; sister, Barbara Payne and husband, Robert; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Edith in 1963; sister, Kathryn Springer, and Irene Satterfield; brother, Henry Satterfield; granddaughter, Kristi Burbach. He was a member of the Magnolia Lodge #120, Shriners. Services will be held Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. Chapel NE Monday, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM.
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Setty -- James D."Big Jim" Setty, 75, a resident of Albuquerque for 35 years, died Thursday, November 4, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Ann Setty of Albuquerque; and son, James D. Setty, Jr. and wife, Kathy of Gunnison, UT. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, 11:00 a.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery with Col. Lemuel M. Boyles, U.S.A.F. (Ret). officiating. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE. valencia BENJAMIN VALENCIA June 15, 1944 - November 6, 1999 It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Benjamin Valencia, Beloved husband, father, and friend. He is survived by his wife, Rose, who will cherish the twenty loved-filled years they spent together and he will be deeply missed by his daughters, Brenda (husband, Nick), Melissa, and Victoria (partner Mayolo) as well as his grandchildren, Nick, Martin, and Alexandria. Benjamin leaves behind his brothers, sisters, relatives and many friends who will remember the special way he brought love and laughter to those around him. A service to honor his memory will be held today, November 8, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. at Alameda Mortuary. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, November 9, 1999 at 10:00 a.m. at San Ysidro Catholic Church in San Ysidro, New Mexico. Friends may visit today from 12 noon until 4:00 p.m. also in the Chapel of the Alameda Mortuary. In Loving Memory I am the cowboy, who rides a heavenly range, Soft and gentle, like the first fallen snow. I am the sunshine on a cold winter day, With rainbows of colors and gentle winds that blow. I lived, I played, I laughed, and I loved, Remember me always, I was your special one. When the day is done and the sun has gone down, Remember me as the cowboy, who's hard work is done. I ask you not weep for me, But to remember this day. I've gone to live in heaven I am the cowboy who rode away. .DMP
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