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Abare -- Marion Lavalette Abare, of Overland Park, Kansas, joined the Angels in Heaven on Monday, November 1, 1999. Funeral Mass was Friday, November 5, in Leawood, Kansas. Burial was in Mt. Hope Cemetery in Topeka, Kansas, and a remembrance in the Ancestral Linebrook Cemetery in Ipswich, Maine. Any donations are to be sent to Newcomers Johnson County Chapel, 11200 Metcalf, Overland Park, Kansas 66210. She is survived by children, Sue Abare of Albuquerque; Jacqueline Dotson of Overland Park, KS; Dan and his son, Shawn of Overland Park, KS, Patrick and Amy, and their daughter, Kiersten of Jamul, CA; Lianne Abare of Linwood, KS; Timothee L. and Ann Abare, and children, Brad, Mark, Craig, Luke, Joy and Paul, recently of Tulsa, OK; Julie and John Gardner, and their children, Kate, Ellie, and Johnny of Carrington, ND; Robert and Janet Abare, and their children, Justin and Jessica of Lemoore, CA; John and Lisa Abare, and daughter, Emily of Higginsville, MO; Mike and Suzanne Abare, and their son, Blake of Olathe, KS; Michele and Ken Cole, and Bandit, Tango, and Kyota of Olathe, KS; also surviving is a sister, Edith Cole of Deltona, FL; and numerous nieces and nephews, and cousins from Maine to California.
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Alderete -- JOSEPH ANTHONY 11-16-59 HAPPY 40th BIRTHDAY Love and Miss You Always Y/R
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Andazola-Castillo -- ANDAZOLA-Guadalupe Andazola-Castillo, 18, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on November 12, 1999 as a result of an automobile accident. Guadalupe was the beloved daughter of Manuel and Guadalupe Andazola. She is also survived by her sister, Maria Louisa Castillo; one brother, Arturo Castillo; paternal grandparents, Benjamin and Gumersind Rubio and Luciano and Angelina Gonzalez; several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Guadalupe was a member of the Catholic Church. A Rosary for Javier and Guadalupe will be recited Tuesday evening, 7:00 p.m., at St. Edwins Catholic Church, 2105 Barcelona SW, with visitation at the church after 6:00 p.m. After the Rosary the family will be taking Javier and Guadalupe to the family home at 7617 Jerry Circle SW. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday morning, 10:00 a.m., at St. Edwins Church, with final viewing at the church after 9:30 a.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be family members. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements.
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Ballejos -- Leonardo Ballejos Jr. passed away Saturday, November 13, 1999 at a local hospital. Leonardo is survived by his children, Rito, Monique, Tina, Star; and their mother, Mickey Chavez; and her mother, Maria L. Chavez; as well as his grandfather,"Tata" Antonio Ballejos; his parents, Leo and Maria Ballejos; his brothers, Chano and wife, Polly, Richard, and Bibo and his wife, Annette. Leonardo is also survived by his sister, Sonia and husband, Juan Zamora; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. Leonardo was preceded in death by his"Tata" Miguel Vallejos,"Nana" Lena Vallejos, as well as his"Nana" Enriqueta Ballejos. Rosary is Monday night, November 15, 1999, 7:00 p.m., at the Holy Family Catholic Church, with the Mass of Christian Burial scheduled for Tuesday, November 16, 1999, 9:00 a.m., at Holy Family Catholic Church, with Fr. Jack, Celebrant, with burial to follow at Punta de Agua Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Rito Ballejos, Abbie Ballejos, Chano Ballejos, Bibo Ballejos, Richard Ballejos, Ernest Chavez and Honorary pallbearer will be Sonia Zamora. Burial arrangements with Metropolitan Direct Burial and Cremation Center, Inc., 729 San Mateo Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, 256-9400. www.AlbuquerqueNM.com
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Candelaria -- Steve R. Candelaria, 48, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, November 15, 1999. He is survived by his son, Shane S. Candelaria and girlfriend, Wendy Vigil; daughter, Eva Marie Candelaria; grandchildren, Nathaniel Candelaria and Monica Marie Candelaria; parents, Toby and Eva Candelaria; brother, Patrick L. Candelaria; and aunt, Odelia Fierro, all of Albuquerque. Mr. Candelaria was preceded in death by his brother, Ernest F. Candelaria. He was a member of I.A.M. & A.W. Union Local #794. Rosary will be recited Tuesday, 7:00 p.m., at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 1860 Griegos Rd. NW. Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Tuesday, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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Dailey -- Charlotte C. Dailey, 80, a 52 year resident of Albuquerque, passed away suddenly on Saturday, November 13, 1999. She was born in Vandergrift, PA to Isaac Phillips and Cora Shearing Phillips and was the seventh of eight children. She married Phillip Dailey, her husband of nearly 57 years. They spent their early years in Los Alamos before moving to Albuquerque. Charlotte was a devoted mother and spouse with a great love for her home and yard. She traveled extensively with her husband in their RV, but especially loved the time spent in New Mexico's Jemez Mountains. She always found time for many activities including volunteer work for the Mended Hearts Association. She is survived by her husband, Phillip Dailey of Albuquerque; daughter, Donna Hammar and her husband, Mike of Halfway, OR; son, David Dailey and wife, Caron of Grove City, PA; brother, Edward Phillips of Leawood, KS; sister, Erma Berry of Harrisburg, PA; and eight grandchildren, Hans Hammar, Ned Hammar, Carla Hammar, Luke Hammar, Krystal Vasiakin, Julia Dailey, Trevor Dailey, and Brianna Dailey. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held Thursday, November 18, 1999, 10:30 a.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Private interment of cremains will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Presbyterian Senior Heart Center, c/o Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation, P.O. Box 26666, Albuquerque, NM 87125-6666. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Gallegos -- Eric Michael Gallegos, 19, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on November 13, 1999 as a result of an automobile accident. Eric was the beloved son of Johnny and Margaret Gallegos. He is also survived by two brothers, Isaac Gallegos, and Stephanie and Patrick Mora and wife, Melinda; one sister, Leslie Mora; special aunt, Yvonne Ramirez and husband, David; many other aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces, cousins and friends. Eric was a member of the Catholic Church. A Communion service will be held on Wednesday, 12:00 noon, at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW, with visitation at the church after 11:00 a.m. Deacon Enrique Padilla, officiating. Interment will follow at the San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Eddie Chavez, John Gallegos, Sammy Gallegos, Cheque Rodriquez, Jimmy Martinez and Hendrix Yellowhorn. Honorary will be Patrick Mora and Isaac Gallegos. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of arrangements.
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Griego -- Esther C. Griego, 84, was called to be with her Lord on Saturday, November 13, 1999. She is survived by her beloved husband of 49 years, Joe L. Griego; and loving daughter, Josette Griego-Steed and husband, Terry, all of Albuquerque. Mrs. Griego was a resident of Albuquerque for 24 years, formerly of Las Vegas, NM. She will always be admired for her strength and courage. She was deeply loved by all for her wit and sense of humor, and will always be a love filled memory in our hearts. Mrs. Griego is also survived by her sisters, Lillian Sawtelle, Angie Micek and husband, Lou, all of Albuquerque, Irene Padilla and husband, Roque of Glendale, CO, Beatrice Tuturo of Los Angeles, CA, and Cecilia Casaus and husband, Mike of Albuquerque; two God-children; and many loving nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sisters, Josephine Castillo and Judy Castillo; and brother, Eloy Castillo. Rosary will be recited Tuesday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Ann Sanchez reciting. Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, 10:30 a.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, Lomas and Morningside NE, with Father Francis X. Eggert, Celebrant. Interment will take place at 1:30 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ted McKinney, Phillip McKinney, Robert Casaus, Lee Montoya, Fred Baca and Robert Garcia. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Tuesday, 6:00 p.m. to time of Rosary.
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Gullick -- Cleo Edward Gullick, 87, born October 24, 1912, died November 15, 1999. Mr. Gullick had lived in New Mexico since 1948, coming from Fort Madison, Iowa. He is survived by Martha E. Gullick, his wife of 61 years; and three sons, Francis Mark, Edward Martin and Joseph Allen; three daughters-in-law, Cheri, Cherelaine and Colwyn; grandchildren, Kevin Gullick and wife, Kathy, Melanee Willenbrecht and husband, Tom, Christopher Gullick, Georgia Gullick, and Margery Gullick; and great-grandchildren, Alex and Joy Willenbrecht, and Angus and Henry Gullick. He was preceded in death by a great-granddaughter, Alexis Willenbrecht. The Gullick's enjoyed outdoor activities, traveled throughout the United States, and with the Siglo del Oro Recreational Club. Gullick was a past President of the Holy Name Society, the Credit Union, and a longtime parishioner at Our Lady of Fatima Church. Cremation has taken place. A Rosary is scheduled for Tuesday, November 16, 1999, at French's Mortuary and a Memorial Mass on Wednesday, November 17, 1999, at Our Lady of Fatima Church. All arrangements are with French's Mortuary, 1111 University NE. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the St. Vincent de Paul Society.
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Hickerson -- Margaret A. Hickerson, 76, a 45-year resident of Albuquerque, passed away Friday, November 12, 1999 from complications following back surgery. She is survived by her loving husband, John Hickerson of the family home; daughters, Michelle Harris, Kathy Burt and husband, Shelley, all of Albuquerque, Karol Rademacher and husband, Michael of San Antonio, TX, and Kristine Henry and husband, Bart of Arlington, TX; sons, Tony L. Jenkins and wife, Janis of Wills Paint, TX and Kenneth Hickerson, and wife, Shawna of Albuquerque; 14 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; sister, Lillian Juech of Albuquerque; and brothers, Eugene Gunther of Albuquerque, and Emil Gunther of Sheboygan, WI. Margaret was preceded in death by her son, Bruce Jenkins, this past April. She was born in 1923 in Sheboygan, WI. Margaret was an active volunteer Ombudsman for the State of New Mexico and she also volunteered with the Santa Fe Opera, Albuquerque Division. She retired from Real Estate Sales in 1985 and she was the current treasurer of the La Noche Garden Club. Margaret"Muggie" as her friends knew her, is best remembered by all for her"big heart" and humanitarian efforts with animals and people in need. She will be greatly missed by her family, many friends and neighbors, her dogs and cats and all the birds and wildlife of Echo Canyon. Scripture services will be held Tuesday, November 16, 1999, 10:00 a.m., at Mt. Calvary Mausoleum Chapel, 1900 Edith Blvd. NE, with Father Vidal Martinez officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Humane Association of New Mexico, Inc., 615 Virginia SE, 87108. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Ocana -- In Loving Memory of RANDY ALLEN OCANA November 16, 1965 - December 4, 1998 Happy Birthday Randy We Love You & Miss You Mom, Pam & Leo
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Olivas -- Fred"Freddie" A. Olivas died Friday in Albuquerque at the age of 18. Freddie is survived by his father, Fred Olivas; mother, Irene Olivas; brother, Phillip Olivas; grandparents, Luis and Lucy Gallegos and Rose Olivas; aunts, Betty Montes, Julia Lucero, Cathy Taylor, Sarah Wise, Helen Zamora, Edna Valdez, Karen Gallegos, Stella Olivas, Margie Olivas, and Leland Olivas; uncles, Louie Galleogs, Stephen Galleogs, Danny Olivas, Mark Olivas, and Frank Olivas; and numerous cousins and relatives. Funeral services for Freddie will be held on Wednesday at the Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW, where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 12:30 p.m. Pallbearers will be James Wise, Jason Taylor, Daniel Zamora, Raymundo Apodaca, Vince Montes and John Watson. A Rosary for Freddie will be recited on Tuesday evening, 7:00 p.m., at the Holy Family Church. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Pecorella -- Joseph L. Pecorella, age 85, a resident of Rio Rancho, passed away early Friday morning in a local hospital after a brief illness. He was born on February 2, 1914 in Carnegie, PA, the son of Joseph and Pietrina Pecorella. He was married on May 30, 1936 to Charlotte Wise. Mr. Pecorella was a parishioner at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. He is survived by his two sons, Joseph S. Pecorella of Tuckahoe, NY, and Robert F. Pecorella and wife, Melody Kellogg of Staten Island, NY; and one sister, Maria Pecorella of Rio Rancho. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated today at 12:30 p.m., November 16, 1999, at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. Interment to follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. "...Where every God did seem to set his seal to give the world assurance of a man..." Services entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th St. NW. Gary F. Santillanes CFSP.
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Perfetti -- Anthony L."Tony" Perfetti, 59, passed away on Sunday, November 14, 1999. Tony was a well-known area businessman for many years as he was the owner and operator of the Western Bar, and the Red Carpet Lounge, in which Tony ran until present. He was preceded in death by his father, Victor, in 1985; and his paternal grandmother, Amelia Tronini; his maternal grandparents, Lester and Cecelia Cooper. Tony is survived by his mother, Beatrice Perfetti of Belen; four children, Toni Perfetti and companion, Joseph L. Guardian, Shane Perfetti, Kim Perfetti, and David Perfetti; three grandchildren, Jeff and Kristi Perfetti and Reyes Guardian; one brother, Shawn Michael Perfetti; one sister, Cecelia A. McDonald and her husband, Kenneth; two nephews, Shawn and Tres; his loving companion, Ballerie Schuessler; and Kathleen Carter, Tony's longtime friend. Tony is also survived by other close family members and friends residing in New Jersey. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial service will be held on Wednesday, 1:00 p.m., at the Red Carpet Lounge in Belen. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen.
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Romero -- Regina T. (Callahan) Romero, 77, beloved and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and sister, was called home to be with the Lord, Saturday, November 13, 1999, while surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved daughter of the late Cornelio and Genevieve Callahan. Regina had an unconditional love for each and every member of her family, though we deeply mourn her passing, we rejoice in the knowledge that she is with the Lord and we will all be together again some day. Mrs. Romero was preceded in death by a brother, Fred Callahan; daughter-in-law, Vangie Romero and brother-in-law, Milton Roybal. She is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Paul M. Romero; her daughters, Betty Ann Romero of Albuquerque, Connie Gallien and husband, Will of Stockton, CA; her sons, Paul A. Romero and wife, Mary Lou and Robert A. Romero of Albuquerque; 12 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two sisters, Lillian Roybal, Mabel Padilla and husband, Mike; two brothers, Richard Callahan and wife, Bernadette, Lawrence Callahan and wife, Lola of Albuquerque; sister-in-law, Priscilla Callahan; numerous nieces and nephews. She will be greatly missed by her loving family. Visitations will be today, from 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 Wednesday, 10:00 a.m., at St. Therese Catholic Church, 3424 4th St. NW. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Peter Rodriguez, Robert Jon Romero, Chris Brann, Tony Hernandez, Matthew Neidigk and Tim Torres. Honorary bearers will be Patrick Lopez and Andrew Gomez. For floral assistance, please call 243-5222. Funeral services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW.
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Rosul -- Ronald C. Rosul, 59, a resident of the area for over 20 years, died Sunday, November 13, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Catherine Rosul of the family home; sons, Ronald Rosul Jr. and wife, Megan of Seattle, WA and Sean Rosul of Colorado Springs CO; daughters, Linda Rosul of Chicago, IL and Regan Gambier and husband, Andrew of New York, NY; granddaughter, Roosanneke Rosul of Seattle, WA; parents, Charles and Mary Rosul of Albuquerque; and sister, Joan Thompson of Los Alamos. He was preceded in death by his son, Steven Rosul. Ron was employed by Allied Signal, EG&G, Los Alamos National Laboratories, and other government contractors in New Mexico and Nevada. He was a member of Christ Unity Church. Ron had been a reserve officer with Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office and was proud to have worked on the Apollo Project. He was an avid outdoorsman--hiking, biking, downhill and cross country skiing. The Weminuche Wilderness in Colorado was his favorite area. Ron was a loving family man and was very proud of his children. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, 3:00 p.m., at Christ Unity Church, 9800 Candelaria Rd. NE, with Pastor Greg Barrette officiating. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Wednesday, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Nature Conservancy at the following address: 4245 North Fairfax Dr., Suite 100, Arlington, VA 22203, Attn: Member Services. Please write"Regarding Ron Rosul" on your check. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Zavala -- Javier G. Zavala, 19, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on November 12, 1999 as a result of an automobile accident. Javier was the beloved son to David and Josefina Zavala. He is also survived by two sisters, Alicia and Patricia; five brothers, Rigoverto, Martin, Manuel, Gorge and Jose; his grandmother, Irene Aguileia; several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Javier was a member of the Catholic Church.
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