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Ballejos -- Leonardo Ballejos Jr. passed away Saturday, November 13, 1999 at a local hospital. Services are pending with Metropolitan Direct Burial and Cremation Center, Inc. 729 San Mateo Blvd. NE Albuquerque 256-9400. www.AlbuquerqueNM.com
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Beall -- Maxine Beall, of Moriarty, passed away on November 10, 1999, in Albuquerque after losing her battle with cancer. Her husband, Joe Beall, preceded her in death. She is survived by her daughters, Kay Kennedy and husband, Frank and Mitzie Hermanson and husband, Paul; granddaughter, Valerie Hermanson; two sisters, Louise Doty and husband, Wayne of Stamford, TX and Collene Noland of Anson, TX; and many nieces and nephews. The family wishes to thank Vermont Manor for all their care and special thanks to Angela, Delta Hospice, and nurse, Katherine. Visitation will be Monday, November 15, 1999, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., at Hillcrest Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, November 16, 1999, 11:00 a.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE 265-5959
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Brown -- Marion E. Brown, 81, passed away November 5, 1999. He was a well-known local businessman who owned Brown Pipe and Supply in Albuquerque from 1946 to 1965, as well as other businesses in Santa Fe and Farmington. Mr. Brown had been actively involved in international business and had secured financing for many projects throughout the American continents. At the time of his death, he was President and Chairman of the Board of Transnational Resource Industries. He served with the U.S. Army Air Force in the European Theater in World War II, including an assignment with the R.A.F. Mr. Brown is survived by his devoted wife, Carol Nasby Brown; loving children, Mark and daughter, Kira; Dusti Brown, David Rupell and children, David and Hattie; Wendi Odell, husband, Mike, and children, Mike and Tara; and Sunni Bosell, husband, Reick and children, Autumn and Sierra; and loving step-children, Lynne Peck, Anna Odom, Kim Meyer, Amy Moody, Richard Meyer and their families. Marion and Carol enjoyed loving and spoiling their 16 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. The family would like to invite Marion's friends who also cared about him and believed in his dreams to join in a celebration of his life from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 14, at Holiday Park (on Comanche NE, east of Juan Tabo).
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Burchett -- William H. Burchett was born July 17, 1907 to William and Mary Burchett in Ringgold County, Iowa into a family of eight, six who preceded him in passing. He graduated from high school in 1926 in Kellerton, Iowa, and united in marriage to Neola E. Foster on April 28, 1927. To this union were born two children, a son, Foster H. Burchett, who preceded him in death, and a daughter, Goldie Lee Wilkerson. He leaves to mourn his passing his daughter and son-in-law, Goldie and Ronald Wilkerson; one remaining sister, Lavon Thomas of Mt. Ayre, IA; and a sister-in-law, Maude Burchett of Baltimore, MD. He is also survived by grandchildren and their families, Donald and Laurel Wilkerson of Bosque Farms, Mark and Vickie Wilkerson of Rio Rancho, Sherry Wilkerson of Albuquerque, Howard and Twila Burchett of Phoenix, AZ, Greg Burchett of St. Johns, AZ, Sonya Necastro and Debbie Burchett of Phoenix, AZ; 24 great-grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Howard became a member of the Church of Christ about 1950 and was a faithful member for almost 50 years. He will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, honesty, hard work, and Christian example. Whatever he pursued, he did with dedication and integrity. Howard passed from this life at the age of 92 years and four months on November 11, 1999 at the home of his daughter and son-in-law, Goldie L. and Ronald D. Wilkerson. The service will be held today at 2:30 p.m., at Sandia Funeral Care with John Phillis of Northeast Albuquerque Church of Christ officiating. Pallbearers will be Don, Mark and Shane Wilkerson, Howard and Greg Burchett and Jason Nichols. Honorary pallbearers are Jack Beaty, Ray King, Cliff Walkup, Ancle Lee Wishard and John Tribble. Interment will be at Memory Lane Park in Roswell, NM on Monday, November 15 at 2:00 p.m. Graveside services will be conducted by D.G. Wilkerson of Duncan, AZ and Elton Dilbeck of Roswell, NM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Northeast Albuquerque Church of Christ Library Fund, 4120 Glen Canyon Road NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111. Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Candelaria -- Esmael Candelaria, 85 years old and a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away, Wednesday, November 10, 1999. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Priscilla; two brothers, Manuel and Delfina Candelaria; as well as one sister, Maggie Mora; six nieces and four nephews, all of Albuquerque. A Rosary will be recited Sunday night at 6:30 p.m with a Mass of Christian Burial slated for Monday morning at 10:00 a.m., both of which will take place at the San Jose Catholic Church, 2401 Broadway Blvd. SE, with the burial to follow at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe at 12:30 p.m. Pallbearers named to serve Esmael will be Robert and Raymond Sanchez, Ray and Guillimo Arriola, John Escarcida and Anthony Rodriguez. 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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Chavez -- Martin G. Chavez, Sr. 71, passed away on Friday, November 12, 1999 at Sunbridge Care Center in Belen, NM. He was born November 9, 1928 to Daniel and Nicanora Chavez in Magadalena, NM. He is survived by his wife, Josie of Magdalena; sons, Martin Chavez, Jr. and wife Barbie of Magdalena, Marc Chavez and wife, Sharon of Grants ,NM, Michiel Zamora and wife, Dorothy of Magadalena and Matthew Zamora of Magdalena. Daughters, Edna Zamora of Bayard, NM, Lorraine Baca and husband Cruz of Bluewater Lake State Park, Sandra Montoya and husband, Tommy and Mary Jean Harris of Magdalena. Brothers, Eddie Chavez of Albuquerque, NM and William Chavez of Camarillo, CA. Sister, Nora Cordova of Rio Rancho, NM and Bertha Salas of Los Lunas, NM. He will be missed by his grandchildren, Aaron, Megan, Kayla, Gary, Tawnya, Tamara, Shawna, Andres, Nick; and 15 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother, Wilfred Chavez and a sister, Evelyn Chavez. A Rosary will be recited on Monday, November 15 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church in Magdalena. Funeral Mass will be Tuesday, November 16, 11:00 a.m. at the church with Fr. Bill Sanchez as celebrant. Burial will follow in the Magdalena Cemetery. Pallbearers were; Aaron Baca, Marc Chavez, Michiel Zamora, Matthew Zamora, Gary Chavez, Andres Montoya. Honorary Pallbearers will be Rudy Latasa, Juan Gutierrez, Abran Sanchez, Mariano Latasa Jr., Cruz Baca and Tommy Montoya. Arrangements by Steadman-Hall Funeral Home, Socorro, NM.
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Coleman -- Eleanor Cleo Coleman, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away November 10, 1999. She is survived by her daughters, Jewel Taplin and Laura Webb; 13 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; several great-great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Ivory Freeman and Leonard Willingham. Her daughter, Lula Rogers preceded her in death in 1963. Visitation will be Sunday, November 14, 1999, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., at Hillcrest Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Monday, November 15, 1999, 11:00 a.m., at Phillips Chapel C.M.E., 1401 Edith SE, with Rev. William Dorn Jr., officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Memorial Park. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE 265-5959
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Fusco -- The family of Mrs. Helen M. Fusco wishes to thank all their relatives and friends who where in attendance of the Rosary and Funeral Services for Mrs. Fusco. 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 and Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW
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Gallegos -- The family of Mrs. Pauline Gallegos would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement. For the beautiful floral tributes and a special thank you to Father Paul Baca, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Celebrant of the Mass, to"The Rosary Group" for reciting the Rosary, and to the pallbearers. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Gow -- Margaret Gow, 86, lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away suddenly on November 10, 1999. She is survived by her sons, Telesfor DeLara, Leo DeLara and wife, Elsie; granddaughters, Gloria and RoseMary Garley; two step-children, Lucy and Tom Gow; a sister, Dolores Granados; 18 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; 14 great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held on Monday, November 15, 1999, 10:00 a.m., at St. Edwins Catholic Church, 2105 Barcelona SW.
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Griego -- We, the family of Aron B. Griego, would like to thank everyone for the love and support provided to us during our loss. Aron himself would like to give a very special thank you to"Ira" for all the loving care she has provided and knows will continue to provide for his family.
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Griffin -- The family of Michael Blair Griffin would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement. For the beautiful floral tributes and a special thank you to Ronnie Paquin for officiating the Funeral service and to the pallbearers. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Hann -- The family of James H. Hann thanks their many friends and relatives whose sympathy and thoughtfulness will always be gratefully remembered and deeply appreciated. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Herrera -- In Loving Memory MARY JANE HERRERA Lord make me an instrument of thy peace. Where there is hatred, let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon. Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope. Where there is darkness, joy. O Devine Master, grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console; to be understood as to understand; to be loved as to love; for it is in giving that we receive; it is in pardoning that we are pardoned; and it is in dying that we are born, to eternal life.
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Kurgan -- Michael Robert Kurgan, born October, 1956, died November, 1999, survived by his mother and sister. Mike was loved and is now missed by more friends than even he, is his short life, could realize. We who knew him, know the truth of this true tragedy, and will forever feel the void left by this loss. Mike will always continue to be a part of our lives through our special memories of him, which we hold dear and which can never be taken from us. Mike was a good and giving person with a good heart. We thank all of you who have called and visited to express your heartfelt sympathys, and to share your friendships and love for Mike, it really softened the harshness of the media. We were amazed by the overwhelming response of Mike's friends to the less than 24 hours notice of his memorial services, the overflowing chapel was a testimony of how much Mike was loved and will forever remain a love-filled memory in our hearts. Thank you to Pastor Tom Hart for his comforting words. We thank all of you wonderful people for joining us in bidding Mike farewell from life on this earth and in wishing him peace, love and happiness in the world beyond. His loving memory will live safely forever in our hearts until we are reunited. God bless you all.
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Lopez -- CARMEN H. LOPEZ 2nd Anniversary April 11, 1932 - November 14, 1997How can it be two years since you've been gone? Seems like yesterday you were holding us in your lap or tucking us in and saying prayers with us at night. We are so happy you have found eternal peace, yet our selfishness leads us to wish that you were here with us. We are ever thankful for the time we had with you on Earth. It was a blink of an eye. While you are with God for eternity, it seems like an eternity until we will meet again. Until that day, we will continue to meet in our dreams and live with you in our hearts. You live in us. Until we meet again, we love you and miss you so. Alex and Diane
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Lueras -- The family of Mr. Angel H. Lueras would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement. For the beautiful floral tributes and a special thank you to Deacon Harry Beare, Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Celebrant of the Mass, to Mrs. Lydia Romero for reciting the Rosary, to the pallbearers, and the New Mexico Honor Guard. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Lujan -- Grace Lujan Today is the day you got three pairs of slippers Today is the day your Grandkids would visit. Today is the day you would have a smile on your face Yesterday would of been the day, where I would go crazy, roaming around the store looking for a birthday gift you would already have. All day today will be hard for me, memories I have will be floating, tears will slowly run from my face and words of you will be spoken. THIS IS THE DAY, I WISH YOU WERE HERE. I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU MORE WITHIN EVERY MINUTE THAT PASSES. HAPPY BIRTHDAY GRANDMA! YOUR GREAT-GRANDDAUGHTER, CHARMAINE.
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Lujan -- HAPPY BIRTHDAY GRANDMA GRACE!! 11-14-09 - 11-14-99Our Dearest Grandma Grace, today would have been your 90th birthday. There wasn't a year that we did not celebrate your birthday with you, this year will be the first. It seems it's the days like today that we miss you the most, and wishing you could still be here with us. Our hearts are still broken and we still shed a tear, but there is not a day that goes by that you are not in our thoughts. In our hearts is when you will forever be, we love and miss you so very much. Happy Birthday Grandma Grace!!!Your Grandchildren The AlfarosIt's been very hard not having you here with me, Mom. We were together so many years, I never thought I would ever have to let you go. I think of you so often and wish you were still here with me now. I love and miss you so very much. Happy Birthday, Mom.Your Daughter, Loli
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Maez -- The family of Mr. Santiago G. (Jimmy) Maez would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement. For the beautiful floral tributes and a special thank you to Father Johnny Lee Chavez, Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, Celebrant of the Mass, to Deacon Julian Padilla for reciting the Rosary, to the Honor Guard from Ft. Bliss Texas for the Military Honors and to the pallbearers. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Marquez -- Martha M. Marquez, 49 years old, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away Friday November 12, 1999 at her home. Martha is survived by her loving husband of 28 years, Paul; her son, Paul, Jr. and his wife, Dora; daughter, Josie and her husband, Ron Lopez and their children, Chlorissa and Jude Lopez, and a daughter Callie. She is also survived by a sister, Jennie and her husband, Donald Baca; brother, Bennie and his wife, Marge as well as numerous nieces and nephews. A Rosary will be prayed Sunday at 4:00 p.m. at St. Anne's Catholic Church at 1400 Arenal Rd. SW with Father John celebrating a Mass of Christian Burial on Monday at 9:00 a.m. with burial to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers named to serve Martha are Manuel Nieto, Larry Marquez, Arthur Sanchez, Johnny Baca, Donald Baca and Johnny Marquez. Honorary pallbearers named are Tim Nieto, Ron Lopez, Leroy Mora and Robert Baca. 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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Martinez -- The family of Ms. Sandra Lee Martinez would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement. For the beautiful floral tributes and a special thank you to Father Dan Farris, San Martin Catholic Church, Celebrant of the Mass, to Corrina Romero for reciting the Rosary, and to the pallbearers. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Mcgregor -- The family of Mr. Robert R. McGregor would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement, to Pastor Marx, Pastor Mike and Reverend White for officiating the Committal Service at the Santa Fe National Cemetery and to the pallbearers. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Mondragon -- The family of Ms. Rita Ann Mondragon would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement, to Father Antonio, St. Joseph catholic Church, Old Laguna, NM Celebrant of the Funeral Mass, to Francis Pinno and to the pallbearers. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Morris -- Barbara Avalee Cash Morris was born on March 11, 1928 in Monroe, Louisiana. She was the only daughter of Ottie Smith Cash and Donnie Lee Cash. Her early childhood was spent in Monroe and the family moved to El Dorado, Arkansas while Barbara was in high school. She was baptized when she was 11 years old. After finishing high school, she attended Harding College (now Harding University) and received her Bachelor of Science degree in 1949. Barbara and Robert Morris met at Harding and were married in Searcy, Arkansas in 1950. Barbara taught school while Bob finished college. They lived in several different states in the South while Bob was employed as youth director, educational director, or minister of the Word. They had three sons, David, Paul and Philip; one daughter, Martha. In 1963, Barbara and Bob moved to Karlsruhe, Germany, to help with the work in a small German church and an American church. Barbara taught children's classes as she had done for most of her adult life. In 1971, they returned to the States, and in 1973 they moved to Albuquerque. Barbara and Bob were divorced in 1979, and Barbara went back to school at the University of New Mexico. She received her teacher's certification in 1980 and immediately started working as a librarian in elementary schools in various areas of Albuquerque. She became a member of the Montgomery Blvd. Church in 1980. She had been a member of the New Mexico Symphony Orchestra Chorus since 1977. Barbara was also a member of Alpha Delta Kappa educational sorority. She retired from Albuquerque Public Schools in May of 1995. She and Bob were married again on September 10, 1994, which was the date of their first wedding in 1950. Barbara loved children, and her greatest joy was to tell them stories and read books to them. She also loved to sing. Her favorite composer was Brahms. She loved the Church and the Bible, and she was a diligent student. She always gave credit to her mother for her love of God. There was always some visiting preacher at their home when she was a child. Her education at Harding also gave her a chance to hear great preaching from men such as Brewer, MacMillan, Spain, West, Sears, Moser, and other great men of the past. Barbara passed away on November 12, 1999. She was 71 years old. She was preceded in death by her only brother, Don Cash; her father and her mother. She is survived by her husband, Robert; her three sons, David, Paul, and Philip; and her daughter, Martha. A Memorial service will be held in the Chapel of Rio Rancho Funeral Home on Wednesday, November 17, 1999 at 1:00 p.m. with Dr. W. Gerald Kendrick officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lovelace Cancer Research, Dept. of Hematology & Oncology, 5400 Gibson Ave. SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108, c/o Suzanne Monroy, RN. Funeral services are in the care of Rio Rancho Funeral Home, 2400 Southern Blvd., Rio Rancho, NM 87124, (505) 891-9192.
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Oldaker -- Eunice Rowe Oldaker, 98, died Tuesday, November 9, 1999, at the Montebello Healthcare Center, where she had lived for only a short time. Mrs. Oldaker was born in Ault, CO on July 4, 1901 to James Henry and Sarah Margaret (McLeod) Rowe. At a very young age, her family moved to Greeley, CO when her father retired from ranching. Mrs. Oldaker attended and graduated from the University of Colorado, Boulder, where she met her husband, Merritt W. Oldaker. They were married in her parent's home on January 14, 1926 in Greeley, CO. Mrs. Oldaker came to Albuquerque where her husband established a law practice. She worked as a substitute teacher in junior high schools for a short time, then stayed in the home caring for her three children and her husband. Mrs. Oldaker was a devoted wife, mother and homemaker. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Albuquerque. Mrs. Oldaker was also a 60-year member and past president of Chapter S, P.E.O., Albuquerque. She is survived by her daughter, Margaret Oldaker Dickinson of Estes Park, CO; daughters-in-law, Buena Rassmusen Oldaker of Albuquerque and Charlotte Ross Oldaker of Santa Rosa, CA; nine grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Merritt W.; her sons, Merritt R. and William H.; son-in-law, Milan A. Dickinson; granddaughter, Debra Dickinson; one brother; and her parents. Private family graveside services were held at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, with Rev. Carl Soderberg officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army, P.O. Box 27690, Albuquerque, NM 87125. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Olivas -- Mr. Freddie A. Olivas age 18, died Friday, November 12, 1999. Funeral services are pending and will be announced at a later time. Arrangements by the Salazar and Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Ozmina -- David Joseph Ozmina, 59, of Beaver West Virginia, died Saturday, October 30, 1999, at his home following a short illness.Born October 6, 1940 in Chicago, he was the son of the late Joseph an Bernice Durkowsky Ozmina. Mr. Ozmina spent his early years in Albuquerque, attending St. Therese, Highland and graduating from Valley High School in 1958. He receive a bachelor's degree in science from NMSU, and a master's degree in fisheries biology from UNM. He moved to West Virginia in 1967 to work for the Department of Natural Resources as supervisor of reclamation.He was president of D&D Reclamation and later owner of Ozmina Real Estate services in Beckley, W.V.He was an active member and eucharistic minister of Saint Francis de Sales Catholic Church. He was also involved in the Boy Scouts of America for 35 years; a member of the Buckskin Council and a recipient of the Silver Beaver Award. He was also a member of the Ace Hunt Club and enjoyed cooking and spending time with his dog, KoKo. Mr. Ozmina was a devoted husband and father, a dependable godfather, a loyal friend and mentor to the hundreds of people whose lives he touched.He was preceded in death by his sister, Geraldine Ozmina Fahey; and a special aunt,Estelle Cainski.Survivors include his wife, Betty Masters Ozmina; a daughter, Sue Ellen Christian; two sons,David and Bill Weakley; brother, Ronald Ozmina; nephews Mark Fahey and Brett Boyd; nieces Kathleen and Susan Fahey; eight grandchildren and four godchildren.Mr. Ozmina was buried November 2, 1999 at McLean Cemetery in Ronceverte, W.V. Donations in his name may be made to Boy Scouts of America, Buckskin Council, 2829 Kanawha Blvd. E., Charleston, W.V. 25311; or to Hospice of Southern West Virginia, PO Box 1472, Beckley, W.V. 25802
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Padilla -- The family of Mrs. Anita R. Padilla, would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement. For the beautiful floral tributes and a special thank you to Father Nick Nirschl, St. Augustine Catholic Church, Celebrant of the Mass, and the pallbearers. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Padilla -- The family of Pete A."Petie" Padilla, would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement. For the beautiful floral tributes and a special thank you to Father Vidal Martinez, St. Anne Catholic Church, Celebrant of the Mass, to Sister Marcella for reciting the Rosary, and to the pallbearers. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Perea -- The family of Mrs. Aurelia Perea, would like to thank all their relatives and friends for their kind expression of sympathy extended to them during their bereavement. For the beautiful floral tributes and a special thank you to Deacon Tibo Chavez, St. Anne Catholic Church, for officiating the Communion Service, to Mrs. Tilden for reciting the Rosary, and to the pallbearers. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Pipkin -- B. Nathan Pipkin, 73, of Amarillo and Midland, TX, died Friday, November 12, 1999 at 10:30 p.m. at the Baptist St. Andrews Hospice Home in Amarillo, Texas. Services will be Monday, November 15, 1999 at St. Paul United Methodist Church in Amarillo, Texas at 5:00 p.m., with the Reverend Norman Grigsby and Reverend John F. McClean officiating. Burial will be Tuesday November 16, 1999 at 1:30 p.m. at the McAdoo Cemetery in McAdoo, Texas. Family visitation is scheduled for Sunday, November 14, 1999 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Pipkin Funeral Home in Midland, Texas. Arrangements are under the direction of Pipkin Funeral Home. Nathan was born on December 29, 1925 at the family home in McAdoo, Texas to Lawrence Bush Pipkin and Hattie Norris Pipkin. Having graduated from high school in McAdoo, Texas, Nathan continued his education at McMurry College in Abilene, Texas earning a B.A. He then attended graduate school at Scarritt University in Nashville, Tennessee receiving a Masters degree in Religious Education. He also worked toward a doctorate degree in Christian Education from Vanderbilt University before beginning his career as a Untied Methodist professional educator. Nathan served churches in Roswell, New Mexico, Port Arthur, Houston, San Angelo, Midland, Amarillo, and Dumas, Texas as well as Albuquerque, new Mexico and Mesa, Arizona. His Christian mission also extended to many summer mission trips to the Copper Canyon area of Mexico. Nathan also served his country as a sailor aboard the US Fanshaw Bay during World War II experiencing nine major battles and holding one Presidential Unit Citation. Nathan was preceded in death by one sister, Elizabeth; and both parents. Nathan is survived by his wife, Shirley. They were married on August 12, 1995. He is survived by two sons, Lee Pipkin and his wife, Jan of San Angelo, Texas and Scott Pipkin of Quinlan, Texas. Chris Stephens and his wife, Mary Ann of Canyon also survive Nathan. Other survivors include a brother, Lawrence Pipkin of Smithville, Texas and one sister, Emma Winegar of The Colony, Texas. He is also survived by two granddaughters, Sarah and Rachel Pipkin of San Angelo, Texas; and step-grandchildren, Rachel and John Stephens of Canyon. Other surviving relatives include many nieces, nephew, and cousins as well as numerous friends and extended family through out his church career. Upon retiring from active church work, Nathan spent some time at the VA Nursing Home in Amarillo, Texas before marrying and traveling with Shirley. Many will remember Nathan for his loves of cooking, entertaining, and ceramics until health conditions ceased these activities. He requested that memorials be made to the organ fund of St. Paul United Methodist Church of Amarillo or First Untied Methodist Church of San Angelo, Texas. Address any other correspondents to Shirley Pipkin, 3308 Claborne, Amarillo, Texas, 79121.
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Quinones -- Gabriel Quinones, 76, born in Gallup, New Mexico and a resident of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, passed away on November 10, 1999. Mr. Quinones is the beloved husband of 53 years to Sylvia Quinones. He is also survived by his children, Gabriel Quinones III and his wife, Lois, Beverly Teames and husband, James, Sandra Klevesahl and husband, Walter II, Anthony Quinones and wife, Rochelle; two sisters, Caroline Montoya and Frances Gonzales; a son-in-law, Milton; 15 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Tommie Lambert. Mr. quinones was a member of the Catholic Church. He was 19 years old when he joined the U.S. Army to defend his country's freedom in World War II. Upon joining the Army, Mr. quinones rose quickly to the rank of Sergeant. He was assigned to the U.S. Army Paratrooper Division. In 1943 he and his troop were assigned a reconnaissance paratrooper drop over Sicily, which was occupied by enemy troops. During the high risk drop, several men were killed. Gabriel was one of eight men from his squad who was captured by the Germans. Upon being captured, the Germans marched him for five weeks across the Italian Straights into Germany. He was placed into a German Prisoner of War (POW) Camp called"Stallog II". He spent two years fighting the problem of just surviving. He was tortured, beaten and mentally tormented. Each day Gabriel had to use every bit of his mental and physical strength just to see the next day. From the original eight men who where captured with him, only three survived. On April 12, 1945, the Second Armored Card Division of the U. S. Army took occupation and control over the portion of Germany which Stallog II was located, freeing the surviving prisoners. Upon release, Gabriel continued duty with his Paratrooper Division. He received many medals and citation, one of which is the purple heart. Mr. Quinones, was a Hero in my eyes and in the eyes of many others, but I am only one of a few who can call him my great-grandfather. A Rosary will be recited Monday evening at 7:00 p.m. at St. Thomas Aquanis Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Rd., Rio Rancho, N.M. with visitation at the church after 6:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday morning at 10:30 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquanis Church, with final viewing at the church after 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 12:30 p.m. Pallbearers will be, Richard Centeno, Matthew Quinones, Paul Teames, Raymond Gabaldon, Freddie Montoya, Aaron Quinones, Nicholas Vitale. Honorary will be, Nicholas Vitale and William Quinones. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW in charge of arrangements.
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Ramsey -- Long time New Mexico resident Catherine B. Ramsey, 96, died quickly and peacefully of natural causes November 10, 1999 in Bradenton, FL. She is survived by two sons, Erle Ramsey of Bradenton, FL and John Ramsey and his wife, Mary of Corrales, NM; granddaughters, Catherine of Albuquerque, NM and Jean of Dubois, PA; grandsons, Kenneth and Robert, both of Albuquerque, NM; and goddaughter, Lorene Lee of Fruitland, NM. Mrs. Ramsey was born in Farmington, NM on August 11, 1903, the daughter of E.O. Booram and Phoebe Hippenmeyer Booram. Mrs. Ramsey grew up in Farmington and graduated from Farmington High School in 1920. She was the editor of the high school's first ever annual. She subsequently earned her Bachelor's Degree from the University of New Mexico and a Master's Degree from Denver University. Mrs. Ramsey married Erle Ramsey, Sr. in 1930 and, upon his untimely death in 1936, she taught in the Farmington school system for 25 years. During that time Mrs. Ramsey also served as school and city librarian, and in the early days of Farmington radio, had a weekly"Storybook Lady" program for youngsters. She was active in the Business and Professional Women's Club and was a lifelong Episcopalian. In 1960 Mrs. Ramsey left Farmington to pursue her library career in Puerto Rico and in Florida, where she spent the last 35 years of her life. At the time of her death she was with close family members preparing to return to New Mexico to live with her son and daughter-in-law in Corrales It was Mrs. Ramsey's wish that there be no funeral service or burial ceremony. She will be interred in the family plot in Greenlawn Cemetery in Farmington.
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Schimming -- Harold H. Schimming, age 92, died November 10, 1999 at a local nursing home. Most people knew him as"Mike" a nickname he picked up in the early thirties. He cam to Albuquerque in 1945 from Arizona and was originally from Minnesota. He was retired from AT & T and was a very hand man to know. He could design and build just about anything you could dream up. He was always ready to help a neighbor or a friend with any home improvement or building project. He will be greatly missed by family and friends. He is survived by a son, Roy; and a daughter, Carol; three grandchildren, Michael, Bill and Laura; and two great-grandchildren, Christopher and Allison. A Memorial Service will be held, Wednesday, November 17, 1999 at 1:00 p.m. in the Fern Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary with Rev. Lyle A. Reece officiating. Strong-Thonre Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Sedillo -- Fernanda Sedillo, 92, beloved and devoted mother and grandmother, went to be with the Lord, Thursday, November 11, 1999. Ms. Sedillo was born in Socorro, NM to the late Tobivio Baca and Petra Baca; was a resident of Albuquerque; a parishioner of San Ignacio Catholic Church; and she enjoyed teaching crochet. She was preceded in death by her parents; and a daughter, Vicki Sedillo; three grandchildren, Orlando Garcia, David Garcia, Angel Martinez. She is survived by her loving children, Joe Sedillo and wife, Florence, Jerry Sedillo and wife, Terri, Benji Sedillo and wife, Lydia, Alfonso Sedillo and wife, Judy, Saul Sedillo, Flora Villescas, Maggie Garcia, Tillie Lucero, Theresa Castillo and husband, Gilbert, Irene Martinez and husband, Raymond; 35 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; and 14 great-great-grandchildren. Visitations will be today, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., in the Chapel of Garcia Mortuary, located on the corner of 8th and Iron, where a Rosary will be recited this evening at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, 10:00 a.m., at San Ignacio Catholic Church. Casketbearers will be Louis Benavidez, Anthony Benavidez, Fredrick Padilla, Michael Sedillo, Phillip Montoya, Daniel Sedillo. Honorarybearers will be Albert Otero and Richard Sedillo. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Funeral services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW.
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Swem -- T. Dale Swem, a resident of New Mexico since 1991, passed away Wednesday, November 10, 1999. He was born April 20, 1907 and lived in Indiana, where he graduated from South Bend High School in 1926. He was initiated into St. Joseph Masonic Lodge #45 in 1936; was a member of the Elks Lodge; Past President of the South Bend Music Association; a member of Mishawaka Kiwanis Club; a charter member of the South Fork, Colorado Kiwanis Club; a member of St. James Cathedral in South Bend; and of St. John Episcopal Cathedral in Albuquerque. During WWII, Mr. Swem served in the rank of Captain with the Infantry Quarter Master Corp. from 1941 to 1945. He and his wife, the former Nina A. Palmer, were married on November 26, 1930. In addition to his beloved wife, Nina, he is survived by his sons, Thomas W. and wife, Marilyn J. Swem of Corrales and William D. and wife, Virginia L. Swem of Albuquerque; six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial gifts be made to Sandia Hospice, 4775 Indian School Rd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Sunrise Society of New Mexico is serving the family of Mr. Swem, (891-8200).
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Wallace -- Mary Ruth Wallace, age 85, and a resident of Albuquerque for seven months moving here from Moline, Illinois died on Saturday, November 13, 1999. She is survived by one daughter, Karleen Walters of London; four grandsons, Danny Walters and his wife, Catherine, Mark Walters and his wife, Linda, Curtis Walters, and Steven Walters and his wife, Maria; and nine great-grandchildren. Mrs. Wallace was preceded in death by her husband, Russell E. Wallace who died on October 16,1999; and one brother, Ralph Wilson. Visitation will be held on Tuesday November 16, 1999 from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. at Strong -Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE. Graveside services will be held on Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. in Fairview Memorial Park Cemetery, 700 Yale SE, with her grandsons Danny, Mark, Curtis, and Steven Walters serving as casket bearers. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE are in charge of arrangements.
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Williams -- Albert J. ("Bill") Williams, a resident of Albuquerque since 1946, died Wednesday, November 10, 1999 at Lovelace Medical Center. Bill was born January 8, 1918 in Ossining, NY, the only son of Isobel Simpson and Albert Williams. He graduated from Briarcliff High School in Westchester County, New York and then from New York University. After serving four years in the United States Army during World War II, he went to work for the Veteran's Administration, holding many positions, both at the VA Hospital, and the Regional Office in Albuquerque. He was Assistant Director of that office when he retired in 1978, receiving at that time, an Outstanding Career Award from the VA. In retirement, he participated in heart studies, served as a senior arbitrator for the National panel of Consumer Arbitrators, worked occasionally for the Republican Party, and was a member of the Elks Lodge No. 461, and the National Association of Retired Federal Employees. He collected stamps as a child, coins as an adult, and enjoyed playing bridge, having become a senior master. One year a local bowling league champion, and another the winner of a contest that KVER radio station ran on the air to find the person in Albuquerque who knew most about baseball. Bill was proudest of the friends and family who loved him more than he knew. Having mourned the death of his wife, Becky, who died in April of this year, two days before their fifty-sixth anniversary, he leaves behind--too soon--dear friends, a son, Alan, a daughter-in-law, Kristen Neuschel, and two grandchildren, Jesse and Rachel, all of Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Friends are invited to say good-bye to Bill at Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, on Monday, November 15, 1999, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Please send any donations to the Cardiac Rehabilitation Program at Lovelace Medical Center, 5400 Gibson Blvd. SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements. 
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