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Akins -- Mildred G. Akins died October 25, 1999. Services will be November 12, 1999, 10:00 a.m., at St. John's UMC, 2626 Arizona NE. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to St. John's UMC or Cancer Center.
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Audini -- Enrica P. Audini, 79, a resident of Albuquerque for 31 years, died Sunday, November 7, 1999. She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Armand Audini of Albuquerque; and brother, Rudy Arrigoni of Lombard, IL. Cremation has taken place and private interment of cremains will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. A special thanks to Susan, Max, Helena, Pamela, and Connie of Lovelace Hospice. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, in charge of arrangements.
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Baca -- The family of Mable Ann Baca wishes to express their gratitude for the kind expressions of sympathy during their time of need. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Berry -- Helen L. Berry, 87, of Albuquerque, passed away Sunday, November 7, 1999. She was born February 17, 1912 in Albia, Iowa. She is survived by her son, Jack Berry Jr. of Albuquerque; daughter, Maxine Todd of Albuquerque; brother, Marion"Dutch" Niemants of Santa Theresa; grandchildren, Ryan"Dutch" Berry of Albuquerque, Shaun Berry of Albuquerque, Kristin McFall of Denver, CO, Jim Todd of Albuquerque, Robby Todd of Albuquerque; granddaughter-in-law, Cris Todd of Albuquerque; and great-granddaughter, Jessie Todd of Albuquerque. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Berry Sr.; father, Leonard Niemants; and mother, Gabie Niemants. Services will be Wednesday, November 10, 1999, 1:00 p.m., at Rollie Mortuary-Palm Chapel, with Rev. Jeff Symonds officiating. Burial will be in Sunset Memorial Park in Gallup, NM. Pallbearers will be Ryan"Dutch" Berry, Shaun Berry, Jim Todd, and Robby Todd. For those who wish, donations may be made to the First Untied Methodist Church, 1800 Redrock Dr., Gallup, NM 87301.
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Blaes -- Mr. Robert O. Blaes died on November 7, 1999, after a long battle with cancer, our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, lifted our precious Robert, age 66, into His gentle arms and carried him home to heaven to be with Him forever. Robert was born on September 19, 1933 in Belleville, IL and resided in Albuquerque since 1953. He is survived by his wife of nearly 17 years, Theresa Catherine; and four children, Robert Alan and wife, Kerri of Denver, CO, Richard Lee and wife, Judy of Denver, CO, Debra (Blaes) Nixon and husband, Steven of Albuquerque, and William Brian and wife, Jackie of Denver, CO; and three step-children, Charles John Cerutti and wife, Jennifer of Albuquerque, J. Stephen Cerutti of Dallas, TX, and Amy Beth Cerutti of Albuquerque; and 13 grandchildren who will miss him very much. He is also survived by three brothers, Donald of Belleville, IL, Dale of Belleville, IL, and Russ of St. Louis, IL; and his sister, Carol Blue of Belleville, IL. He dedicated 33 years of service to US West in various departments. He helped found Roadrunner Little League and dedicated 25 years to the promotion of youth Little League baseball and the Boy Scouts of America. He greatly enjoyed his fellowship with his Model T buddies over the last six years. Funeral services will be held at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 12500 Carmel Ave. NE on Tuesday, November 9, 1999, at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be sent to the Robert O. Blaes Memorial Scholarship Fund at Eldorado High School, 11300 Montgomery NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111, for special needs students continuing on to a vocational school or college. Arrangements are provided by Metropolitan Direct Burial and Cremation Center, Inc., 729 San Mateo Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, 256-9400. www.AlbuquerqueNM.com The Lord bless you and keep The Lord make his face shine upon you and be gracious to you NUMBERS 6:24-25
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Chavez -- Anselmo B. Chavez, 94, a lifetime resident of Albuquerque, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, Sunday, November 7, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Patricia"Petra" Chavez; daughters, Helen Pacheco, Rose Mary Chavez, and Roberta Montoya and husband, Michael; sons, Ricardo Chavez and Reynaldo Chavez, all of Albuquerque; nine grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. Mr. Chavez was a loving husband and father. He was an active member of San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church. Mr. Chavez retired from Sandia National Labs. Rosary will be recited Tuesday, 7:00 p.m., at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church, 2005 Plaza NW, Old Town. Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, 10:00 a.m., at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ricardo Chavez Jr., Steve Pacheco, Anthony Pacheco, Mike Montoya Jr., Rudy Mora and Arthur Pacheco. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Dougherty -- Elizabeth Culpepper Dougherty died Sunday, November 7, 1999 at the Los Alamos Medical Center in Los Alamos, New Mexico. Elizabeth lived in Los Alamos from 1950 until her death. She is survived by her husband, John; three sons; a daughter; and nine grandchildren. Two sons, John and Arthur live in Albuquerque. The Dougherty's third son, Clinton, and daughter, Elizabeth live in California. Memorial service will be held at 12:00 noon on Wednesday, November 10, 1999, at Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church in Los Alamos. Arrangements entrusted to DeVargas Funeral Home of Espanola, 747-7477, toll free 1-877-747-3600 in Los Alamos 662-2400.
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Drake -- Raymond E. Drake, 70, a longtime Fort Sumner resident, died Sunday, November 7, 1999 at his home. Raymond was born August 10, 1929 in Fort Sumner to the home of Ward and Margaret Drake. He attended and graduated from Fort Sumner Schools. He attended New Mexico Highlands University on a baseball scholarship. he later played in the Chicago Cubs minor league organization. Raymond purchased the Texaco Wholesale Agency in Fort Sumner from B.C. Withers in 1956 and added the Arrow Gas Propane Agency in 1964. He operated the business until his retirement on August 1, 1991. Raymond served as De Baca County Commissioner for six years. His parents; and an infant daughter, Wardena Drake preceded him in death. Raymond is survived by his wife, Dolores of the family home; three sons, Tom and his wife, Christi of Clovis, NM, Brian and wife, Christy of LaLande, NM, and Ray and wife, Lutricia of Lake Sumner, NM. Also surviving are five grandchildren, Lane, Price, Ryan, Raymond and Robyn Drake; one brother, Gerry Drake of Hatch, NM; and two nephews; and one niece. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 10, 1999 from St. Anthony Catholic Church with Sister Teresita Garcia officiating. Burial will follow at Fort Sumner Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Billy Wilton, Bill"Bird Dog" Bowen, Tommy Roybal, Pete Segura, John McMillan, and Ted McCollum. Honorary bearers will include Edward Sena, Frank McRee, Bill Franks, Jerry Beach, Emmett Fallon, A.J. Killough, and all his many friends. All arrangements entrusted to Chavez Funeral Home of Fort Sumner, (505) 355-2311.
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Gallegos -- Mrs. Pauline Gallegos, 81, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on November 7, 1999. Mrs. Gallegos was the beloved mother of eight children, Christine Hastings, Ruth Gonzales and husband, Ben, Cora Chavez and husband, James, Medardo Gallegos Jr. and wife, Yvonne, Raymond Gallegos and wife, Mona, Dolores Ponce and husband, Raymond, Lawrence Gallegos and Margaret, and Martin Gallegos and wife, Connie. She is also survived by four sisters, Nina Garcia, Frances Chavez, Carmelita Baca and husband, Leonardo, and Maimie Otero and husband, Frank; 28 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren; many nephews, nieces, cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Medardo, 1959; her parents, Dionicio Otero and Ramoncita Sanchez; son, William; brother, Ramon Otero; grandson, Martin Gallegos Jr.; sisters, Andrea Mora, Dulcie Doyle and Eduvigen Apodaca. Mrs. Gallegos was a member of the Catholic Church. A Rosary will be recited Tuesday evening, 7:00 p.m., at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 412 Stover Ave. SE, with viewing at the church after 6:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday morning, 9:30 a.m., at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, with final viewing at the church after 9:00 a.m. Father Paul Baca, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Lawrence Gonzales, Carlos Sanchez, Paul Gallegos, Jesus Gallegos, Frank Gallegos and Adam Gallegos. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of arrangements.
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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. Military Honors will be performed by the DAV Chapter 3. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St SW.
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Gonzales -- Daniel B. Gonzales, age 21, from San Ysidro, NM, passed away. He is survived by his mother, Lorraine Gonzales; one brother, Raymond Gonzales and wife, Thurza; one sister, Maria Gonzales, all of San Ysidro, NM; two sisters, Inez Gonzales, Juanita Pino and husband, John of Albuquerque; one niece, Miriah Gonzales; one nephew, Ray Gonzales. Daniel enjoyed cooking, rooster fighting, fishing, and playing with his playstation. Daniel was loved by everyone and will be greatly missed by his loving family. Friends may visit today, November 9, 1999, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., in the Chapel of the Alameda Mortuary. A Rosary will be recited this evening, November 9, 1999, 7:00 p.m., at the San Ysidro Catholic Church in San Ysidro, NM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated tomorrow morning, November 10, 1999, 10:00 a.m., at the San Ysidro Catholic Church. Interment will follow at the San Ysidro Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Johnathan Lovato, Eugene Lucero, Ralph C De Baca Jr., Jessie Valencia, Damiano Romero, Antonio Maestas, Patrick Moya, Orlando Lucero and Frankie Estrada. Honorary pallbearers will be Ray Gonzales, John Pino, Paul Toledo, and Todd Redden. Services to be entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th St. NW, Norbert"Ray" Baldonado Jr. F.S.P.
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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 Griego 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, 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
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Kimbrell -- Adelina"Nina" Kimbrell, 88, a nine year resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, November 7, 1999. She is survived by her children, James Kimbrell and wife, MaryLou of San Angelo, TX; daughters, Virginia Ontiveros of Bakersfield, CA, Alberta Solfisbury and husband, James of Aurora, IL, and Kathleen Reno and husband, Richard of Chattanooga, TN; sons, Michael Kimbrell and William Kimbrell and wife, Elsa, all of Albuquerque; 14 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sisters, Mabel Vigil of El Paso, TX and Margaret Reed of Austin, TX; brother, Edward Holguin of Tempe, AZ; and sister, Ramona Dunore and husband, Bruce of Albuquerque. Mrs. Kimbrell was married for 53 years to Albert Kimbrell who preceded her in death. They lived on a farm in Picacho, NM in the Hondo Valley for many years. Mrs. Kimbrell was a member of the PTA and the school board and she drove the school bus for Hondo Valley Public Schools for 35 years. When she moved to Albuquerque, she lived in the Three Fountains Apartment Complex until February of this year when she moved to Las Colinas Village. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, November 10, 1999, 6:30 p.m., at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5310 Claremont Ave. NE, with Deacon Pilar Garcia reciting. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, November 11, 1999, 10:00 a.m., at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5310 Claremont Ave. NE, with Father Johnny Lee Chavez, Celebrant. Graveside services will be held Friday, November 12, 1999 10:00 a.m., at Picacho Cemetery in Picacho, NM, with Rev. Colman Heffern officiating. Pallbearers will be Patrick Kimbrell, Edward Kimbrell, Charles Ontiveros, James Kimbrell, Michael Kimbrell, and William Kimbrell. Honorary pallbearers will be Edward Holguin and Arnold Montoya. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, in charge of arrangements.
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Lipari -- In Loving Memories of Tony Lipari December 11, 1919 - August 27, 1997Anniversaries are days that are meant for sharing all the bright memories of those beautiful days. and those wonderful ways of falling more deeply in love. Anniversaries are days meant for caring and knowing each coming day holds more joy and pleasure, and memories are treasures as our future unfolds. I think of you so often and I wish you were here with me now, so we could have those happy moments and happy dreams that we shared together again.Love, Helen
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Lueras -- Bernard A. Lueras, 42, beloved and devoted father, grandfather, son, brother and friend, was called home to be with the Lord, Thursday, November 4, 1999. Bernard was born on December 13, 1956 to Ambrosio H. and Esther Lueras in Albuquerque, where he was a lifelong resident; he was a Rio Grande High School graduate and received his degree in Electrical Engineering from T.V.I.; he was an Electrical Inspector with the County of Bernalillo; a parishioner of St. Anne's Catholic Church; a member of the Internation Association of Electrical Inspectors, IBEW Local Union #611, Moose Lodge and the Elks. Bernard is survived by three sons, Benjamin A. Lueras, Byron A. Lueras, Cristobal R. Lueras and wife, Sandra, all of Albuquerque; one daughter, Audrey L. Lueras also of Albuquerque; one granddaughter, Destynee Gonzales. Also surviving are his mother, Esther P. Lueras; six brothers, Joe, Achie, Paul, Alex, Ralph and Dennis Lueras; three sisters, Guadalupe Burciaga, Cecilia Olivas and Regina R. Lueras; numerous nieces and nephews; a host of friends; and his special pet, Bebe. He will be greatly missed by his loving family and all those who knew him. A memorial rosary will be recited Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Garcia Mortuary, located on the corner of 8th St. and Stover. Funeral services were in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW, 243-5222.
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Medina -- 1901 - 1999 Mr. Enemias Medina, 98, went to his rest with the Lord, Jesus, on November 6th, surrounded by his loving family at his residence in Los Lunas. He went to join his wife, Edilia Medina who died in 1993; and his son, Pete Medina who died in 1988. All to wait for the Day of the Resurrection or Our Lord, Our God. Mr. Medina is survived by his children, Angie Barger of Los Lunas, Hazel Medina, Stella Cordova and Olivia Valdez and her husband, Andrew, all of Albuquerque; brother, Eli Medina of Pueblo, CO; ten grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. The family will received friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at Riverside Chapel and a prayer service will be held at 7:00 p.m. by Bro. Keith Duvall. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at the First Presbyterian Church in Penasco, New Mexico. Interment will follow in the Santa Barbara Cemetery in Penasco, NM. Arrangements by Riverside Funeral Care Center of Los Lunas, 865-1386.
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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. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Niemi -- Albert Jack Niemi, 80, a longtime resident of the Las Cruces, Truth or Consequences, New Mexico area, passed away Friday in his home following a lingering illness. Born in Progresso, New Mexico on January 17, 1919, Albert was a retired United States Army Technical Sergeant. A World War II Veteran, his awards include the Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Campaign Medals, the World War II Victory Medal and the Combat Infantry Badge. He was a member of the Hot Springs Chapter of the Disabled American Veterans, and the Las Cruces Veterans of Foreign Wars. He is survived by two sisters-in-law, Doris Smitherman of Halfway, MO and China Niemi of Tucson, AZ; nieces and nephews include Leslie Niemi of Albuquerque, Kenneth Niemi of Halfway, MO, Mary Martin of Tucson, AZ, Tony Martin of Tucson, AZ, Pat Martin of Las Cruces, Josie Martin of Tucson, AZ, Lucy Mancuso of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, Bettina McCaa of Monroe, LA, Wayne Morgan of Silver City, and Bennie Morgan of Johnson, KS. He will be deeply missed by numerous relatives and friends worldwide. Funeral services will be held at Graham Mortuary Chapel on Thursday, November 11 at 2:00 p.m. in Las Cruces, NM. Interment will be at Santa Fe National Cemetery in Santa Fe on Friday, November 12, 1999 at 1:00 p.m. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be made to the Hot Springs Chapter of the Disabled American Veterans, 205 Smith, Truth or Consequences, NM 87901 in memory of Albert J. Niemi. Service arrangements are with Graham Mortuary, 555 W. Amador, Las Cruces, NM 88005.
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Ortiz -- Emma"Concha" Ortiz, born in Pena Blanca, NM on May 14, 1915, was a resident of Bernalillo for 60 years, died Monday, November 8, 1999. She was the loving mother of two daughters, Rosemary Torres and Joyce Ortiz and husband, Lawrence Martinez, all of Bernalillo; two sons, Romeo Ortiz Jr. and wife, Amy of Albuquerque and Philip Ortiz of Pena Blanca; adored grandmother of ten grandchildren; devoted great-grandmother of nine great-grandchildren; and loving sister of Clotario Montoya of Pine Hill, CA. She was preceded in death by her husband, Romeo Ortiz on January 30, 1999; a daughter, Bessie Ortiz-Perea; and a grandmother, Roberta Tafuro. Mrs. Ortiz was a life member of the Catholic Church. She was retired from the U.S. Postal Service. Mrs. Ortiz was a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, 7:00 p.m., at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Bernalillo. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, 11:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, with Father Virgil Furfaro, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Guadalupe Cemetery in Pena Blanca, NM. Pallbearers will be Anthony Ortiz, Reuben Ortiz, Andre Ortiz, Diego Ortiz, Michael Torres, Kenneth Perea, Thomas Perea and Gilbert Perea. Friends may visit Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Bernalillo, Wednesday, one hour prior to Rosary. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Otero -- Mrs. Pearl D. Otero died Sunday in Albuquerque at the age of 84. She is survived by her brothers, Max Otero, Tony Otero and George Otero; sister, Sally Jaramillo; and two grandchildren. Funeral services for Mrs. Otero will be held on Thursday at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, where the Mass will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. Burial will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Visitation for Mrs. Otero will be held on Wednesday, from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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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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Perea -- Clovis N. Perea, a longtime Belen resident, passed away suddenly on Saturday, November 6, 1999. He was a retired Federal Employee from Kirtland Airforce Base with prior service with the Atomic Energy Commission. Clovis was preceded in death by his son, Lawrence; his parents, Desiderio and Maria; his brothers, Toribio, Porfirio, Florian; and his sister, Lupe Torres. Clovis is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Amelia; his daughter and son-in-law, Berlinda and Bill Lawson; three grandchildren, Sonia, Geoffrey, and Bradley Lawson; one great-grandchild, Ryan Alexander Lawson-Maeske. In addition, he is survived by a special niece, Lesli Vallejos and her husband, Michael and daughter, Lorena, as well as an endeared nephew, Marc Benavidez. Other survivors include his brother, Herman and his wife, Florencia; and his sisters, Isabel (Lita) Delesma and Beatrice Torres; sisters-in-law, Lena (Florian) Perea and Carmen (Porfirio) Perea; and numerous nieces and nephews. Clovis was an avid hunter, fisherman, and all around handyman. He and his wife enjoyed traveling to various locales during his retirement years. He was a member of Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church, and the Disabled American Veterans. Clovis will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. A viewing will be held on Tuesday, November 9, 1999, 5:00 p.m., at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church, with the Rosary service immediately following at 6:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, November 10, 1999, 10:30 a.m., at Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church. Interment will follow at 3:00 p.m. at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe. Pallbearers will be Geoffrey and Brad Lawson, Marc Benavidez, Richard Perea, Lonnie Perea, and Richard Perea. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main, Belen.
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Saiz -- The family of Lillian"Veronica" Saiz wishes to thank all their relatives and friends who were in attendance of the Rosary and Funeral services. 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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Setty -- James D."Big Jim" Setty Sr., 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; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Mr. Setty served in WWII and the Korean War. 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.
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Trujillo -- Alisandro"Tata" Trujillo, born June 25, 1929, passed away November 7, 1999 of natural causes. He is survived by his loving wife, Bertha Trujillo of 44 years; his four sons, Rick Trujillo and wife, Carmen, Anthony Trujillo and wife, Terri, Robert Trujillo and wife, Lois, and Chris Trujillo; three daughters, Stella Michalski and husband, John, Irene Trujillo, Cindi Johnson and husband, Eddie; 12 grandchildren, Raquel, Daniella, Alejandro, Shelly, Kandace, Eric, Marcus, Andres, Leandra, Krystal, Alex and Armando. Also surviving are two sisters, Maria Sedillo and Epifania Gallegos; two brothers, Cipriano Trujillo and Candido Trujillo and their families. Alisandro retired from Calmat, was a member of International Union of Operating Engineers, a member of American Legion Post 100, and served in the United States Army 1953-1955 during the Korean Conflict. Friends may visit Wednesday, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., in the Chapel of the Alameda Mortuary. A Rosary will be recited Wednesday evening, November 10, 1999, 7:00 p.m., at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday morning at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at the Ponderosa Cemetery. Services to be entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th St. NW, Gary F. Santillanes. C.F.S.P.
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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. Funeral Services will be held today, November 9, 1999 at 10:00 a.m. at San Ysidro Catholic Church in San Ysidro, New Mexico. Pallbearers will be Ed (Lalo) Valencia, Henry Acosta, David Urban, Lorenzo Acosta, Nick Solano, and Earl Romero. 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.
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Vetter -- Leo Vetter, 64, passed away at home on November 2, 1999. He was preceded in death by his parents Bernard and Emma Vetter and sister, Loraine. He is survived by sister, Alvina Raymond and husband Robert; sister, Gunhild Vetter; one niece; and one nephew. He enjoyed life and always has a smile for everyone. A memorial service was held at First Assembly of God Church, 275 North Bosque Loop, Bosque Farms, NM, on Monday, November 8, 1999. Direct Funeral Services, 343-8008, 2919 4th NW.
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