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Anderson -- Shirley E. Anderson, 80, a resident of Albuquerque, died Wednesday, November 17, 1999. She is survived by her daughters, Alanna Gail Anderson of California, Karen Lee Breeding and husband, Richard of Albuquerque, and Rosemary Anderson of California; grandchildren, Mary, Sean, Patrick, and Bridget Breeding; and brother, Clarence Kramer of South Dakota. She was preceded in death by her husband, Malcolm W. Anderson on October 26, 1997; son, Michael Anderson on July 19, 1999 in San Francisco. Mrs. Anderson graduated from high school in Sioux City, IA. She married Malcolm W. Anderson in 1946. Mrs. Anderson loved writing poetry and cooking. She was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Mrs. Anderson was a loving mother and grandmother, and she will be deeply missed. Mass will be celebrated Friday, November 19, 1999, 11:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas NE, with Father Francis X. Eggert, Celebrant. Entombment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to New Mexico Aids Service, 4200 Silver SE, Suite D 87108. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Barnett -- Ulysses S. (a.k.a. U.S. Barnett), 72, was called home to be with the Lord, Wednesday, November 10, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Gloria Barnett; daughters, Ann Barnett and ALICIA BARNETT; GRANDDAUGHTERS, TAMALA MEADE AND BRITTANY LUCAS; GRANDSONS, KENNETH BARNETT, JR. AND COREY KIRKLAND; GREAT-GRANDDAUGHTER, ISSHIAH MEADE; STEPDAUGHTERS, KAREN WILLIS AND BRENDA STEVENS; STEPSONS, ALVIN MEADE AND ADAIR MEADE; AND MANY OTHER RELATIVES AND FRIENDS. ULYSSES WAS THE OWNER AND OPERATOR OF BARNETT & SON MOTOR CO. LOCATED AT 1513 BLAKE RD. S.W. HE ALSO WAS THE OWNER AND OPERATOR OF BARNETT MOTOR CO. AT 1206 S. BROADWAY. PRIOR TO OWNING HIS OWN BUSINESSES, HE WAS AN INSTRUCTOR AT Tvi, TEACHING AUTO MECHANICS. EVERYONE WHO KNEW U.S. KNEW HIM AS ALWAYS BEING VERY CARING AND WILLING TO HELP ANYONE IN NEED OF HELP. HE WAS ALSO KNOWN FOR LOVING THE GREAT OUTDOORS; HUNTING, CAMPING, FISHING AND WATERSKIING. HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED BY HIS FAMILY, RELATIVES, MANY FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS. VIEWING SERVICES WILL BE HELD ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 1999 FROM 6:00 P.M. TO 8:00 P.M. AT HILLCREST FUNERAL HOME, 225 SAN MATEO BLVD. N.E. MEMORIAL SERVICES WILL BE HELD AT 10:00 A.M. AT MACEDONIA BAPTIST CHURCH, 1509 EDITH BLVD. Se. ULYSSES WILL BE LAID TO REST AT FAIRVIEW MEMORIAL PARK LOCATED AT 700 YALE BLVD Se.
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Barreras -- Dorothy S. Barreras, 77 years old, and a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Tuesday, November 16, 1999. Dorothy was born June 14, 1922, to Aurelia B. Sanchez and Uvaldo Sanchez. Her sister, Eulogia Turnbull preceded her in passing. She is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Jose; her brother, Albert Sanchez and her sister, Frances Scheuring and her husband, Francis; her three sons and their wives, Arthur Garcia and Margaret, Moises Barreras and Diane, and Michael Barreras and ann; her two daughters and their husbands, Lorraine Lynch and Frank and Joyce Vigil and Richard; 13 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Dorothy's life was her family and she gave generously of herself to all she loved as a devoted Esposa, Madre, Abuela and Tia. You are in our hearts forever. A memorial service will be held on Friday, November 19, 1999, 2:00 p.m., at Fitzgerald and Son, 3113 Carlisle Blvd. NE. Rudolfo Baca will conduct the memorial service with special remembrances given by two of Dorothy's grandsons, Andres Garcia and Kenneth Barreras. Honorary pallbearers will be Keith Barreras, Kevin Barreras, Scott Barnard, Andres Garcia Jr., Richard Garcia, Vincent Garcia, Merrill Lynch, Francis Scheuring, and Carl Sovinec. The family wishes to thank Presbyterian Hospice, in particular, admission nurse Evelyn, nurse Barbara, Reverend Kay, and social worker Jean, for all their special care and support. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Presbyterian Hospice, 8100 Constitution Place NE. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, in charge of arrangements.
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Bridgeman -- Barbara Ann Bridgeman, 46, born in Griffin, GA on October 10, 1953, died Tuesday, November 16, 1999. She was the wife of James Edward Bean and mother of Allison Corinne Bean. Her mother, Dorothy Bridgeman, and brother, Perry Bridgeman and wife, Donna of Charlotte, NC survives her. The family of her husband, Jean Bean, Robin and Randy Howe, Dennis, Shannon, and Kristin also mourns Barbara. Her father, Luther Bridgeman, preceded her in death. Barbara was a Senior Geotechnical Engineer with AGRA Earth and Environmental. She was a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers and the Society of Women Engineers. She was also a registered Professional Engineer in New Mexico and Colorado. Among the highlights of her career was her work on the UMTRA project and her recent work on the"Big I" intersection redesign project at I-25 and I-40 in Albuquerque. Barbara was a graduate of Chatham Hall School of Virginia, Tufts University, and North Carolina State University. She was a resident of Albuquerque and had lived in Manteo, NC, Charlotte, NC, and Denver, CO. Her associates will remember Barbara for her professional integrity. She and her family have been the recipient of many acts of love and kindness by their many friends. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held Friday, 4:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, please direct memorial contributions to the American Cancer society of Albuquerque, 5800 Lomas NE 87110, or to the Animal Humane Association of New Mexico, Inc., 615 Virginia SE 87108. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Buchalter -- Dorothy F."Dottie" Buchalter, 68, a nine year resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away suddenly following vacation to Hawaii on Saturday, November 13, 1999, from complications after heart surgery in La Jolla, California. She was born in Morris County, TX, near Daingerfield, TX on September 26, 1931 to Elsie Mae and Benford L. Pomeroy of East Texas, and was the 1st of eight children. She married Alfred"Buck" Buchalter, her husband of nearly 48 years on April 12, 1952 in Fresno, CA. She accompanied him during his 20 year career in the U.S. Air Force to assignments all over the United States and Germany. The couple resided in Lubbock, TX for approximately 17 years, eventually retiring in Albuquerque, NM. She was a licensed cosmetologist vocational instructor in Lubbock, TX for many years. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed gardening, homemaking, and travel. She is survived by her husband Alfred"Buck" Buchalter of Albuquerque; son, Michael Buchalter and his wife, Elizabeth of Lake Dallas, TX; grandsons, Quentin Buchalter of Lake Dallas, TX and Clifford Buchalter of Highpoint, NC; sisters, Martha Joe Maples of Jefferson, TX, Vela Mae Pace of Dike, TX; Betty Sue Kipfer of Tyler, TX; brothers, J.P. Voight of Marshall, TX, James Wade Pomeroy of Marshall, TX, Charles Pomeroy of Farmers Branch, TX and Benny Pomeroy of Texas; along with many uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and neighbors. She will be greatly missed by her family, many friends, and neighbors. Cremation has taken place. Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, November 27, 1999, 2:00 p.m. at the Jenkins Methodist Church, located near Texas Hwys 259 and 997. Donations in memory of Dorothy"Dottie" F. Buchalter may be sent to: Cal Farley's Boys Ranch, P.O. Box 1890, Amarillo, TX 79174-0001
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Carrillo -- Lora L. Carrillo, born January 3, 1950, passed away at the age of 49 on November 17, 1999. Lora was preceded in death by her brother, Dennis Carrillo; and one sister-in-law, Veronica Carrillo. She is survived by her daughter, Melissa Carrillo; one granddaughter, Iliana Carrillo; her mother, Adelaida Carrillo; brothers, Filo Carrillo, Milton Carrillo, Paul and wife, Theresa Carrillo; her sisters, Sister Marie Carrillo, Evelyn and husband, Isidro Montano, Alice and husband, Eddie Corley, Sandra Carrillo, Minerva and husband, James Morgan, Terry and husband, Jose Luis Nevarez, Jackie and husband, Daniel Molinar; one sister-in-law, Connie Carrillo; aunts and uncles; Vidal Lopez; many special nieces and nephews; special cousins, Pat and Paula Lopez; and special friends, Javier Munoz and Jennifer Munoz. A Rosary will be recited this evening, November 19, 1999, 7:00 p.m., at Holy Family Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday morning, November 20, 1999, 9:00 a.m., at Holy Family Catholic Church. Interment will follow at the San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Services to be entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th St. NW, Gary F. Santillanes, C.F.S.P.
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Farley -- Michael Thomas Farley, 2, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, November 16, 1999. He is survived by his parents, David and Nancy Farley; grandparents, Roger and JoAnne Abbott; great-grandmother, Esther Abbott; God-parents and aunt and uncle, David and Debbie Abbott; aunt, Ann Marie Farley-Petty and husband, Ron; God-parent, Kay Wilson, all of Albuquerque; many great-aunts, great-uncles and cousins; and three dogs and a cat. Michael was a member of Faith Lutheran Church and participated in the Get Set Club. Services will be held Friday, 10:00 a.m., at Faith Lutheran Church, 10000 Spain NE, with Pastor Bruce Wilder officiating. Private family interment will take place at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be John Thomas (Tom) Kirkpatrick and David B. Abbott. Honorary pallbearers will be Roger Abbott and David Farley. Friends may visit Faith Lutheran Church, 10000 Spain NE, Friday, 9:00 a.m. to time of service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Michael Thomas Farley Memorial Fund in care of the Rio Grande Zoo, 903 10th St. SW 87102. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Foley -- Nellie L."Granny" Foley, 103, a resident of Albuquerque since 1923, died Wednesday, November 17, 1999. She is survived by her daughters, Elizabeth Foley of Albuquerque, Virginia Sullivan and husband, J.B. of Albuquerque, and Mary F. Massengale and husband, Jerry of Odessa, TX; sons, Melvin"Jr." Foley and wife, Mary Helen of Hope, NM and Norman Foley and wife, Dora of Katy, TX; 14 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. She was a member of Bethel Heritage Church. Graveside services will be held Saturday, November 20, 1999, 1:00 p.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, with Rev. John Kershaw and Pastor Mike Mullins officiating. Pallbearers will be her grandsons, Jay Sullivan, Melvan Foley III, Pat Massengale, Austin McFall, Nils Foley, Norbert Foley, Edward Harvey, Edward Harvey Jr., Michael Massengale, Neidthart Foley, Cleve Pillifant, and Robert Daniels. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Saturday, November 20, 1999, 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Building Fund of Bethel Heritage Church, 7800 Holbrook Ave. NE 87122.
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Gabaldon -- Zeke Gabaldon, age 61, passed away Monday, November 15, from complications related to Beryllium lung disease in Anaheim, California, where he resided for 40 years. Born in Albuquerque, November 28, 1937, Zeke later joined the Navy and served aboard the U.S.S. Hornet for three years from 1956-58. A machinist employee of Boeing North American, Zeke is survived by his wife, Mary; sons, Steven and Paul; and three grandchildren, Erik, Taylor and Traci. He is also survived by his sisters, Helen Gray of Elephant Butte and Gloria Cordova and Melinda Gabaldon of Albuquerque; as well as one brother, Gilbert Gabaldon; and many nieces, nephews and friends.
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Garcia -- In Loving Memory MIKE GARCIA 9/29/35 - 11/19/98Dearest Dad, I love you very much. And there is not a day that goes by that I do not think of you and miss you. It is hard to believe it has been a year since you left us. Please be happy and know how much you are very missed and loved. Your loving daughter, Terry.Grandpa, I miss and love you so much. I hope you're happy up there in heaven with Grandma. There is not a day that I don't think about you and think about all the good times I had with you. You will always be in my heart for as long as I live. Love you, Lizzy.Dear Grandpa, I miss and I love you with all my heart. Love, Carlos.Hello Grandpa, I really hope that you are happy now and that you are watching over all of us. I love you very much and I miss you so. Love, Gabriel Jr.Dad, it's been a year since you left us, but it feels like yesterday. I think of you everyday and miss you terribly. You are with Mom and I know you are happy. Until we meet again, I love you, Rosie.Grandpa, I wish you were here to tell me"the angels are bowling" when it thunders, but I'm happy you're in peace with Grandma. And I know wherever you or I are you love me, and I love you, Isabel.Grandpa, I hope you are ok up there. I'm ok down here. I love and miss you a lot. BreAnne.
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Garcia -- Masedonia Garcia, 95, a resident of Bernalillo, passed away on Tuesday, November 16, 1999 in West Covina, California. She was preceded in death by her loving husband; Emiliano and her two children, Perfecto Garcia and Merlyn Lucero. Masedonia is survived by two daughters, Oralia Garcia and her husband, Bennie of California, Sharon Martinez and her husband, Charles of California; one son, Leroy Garcia of Hawaii; one daughter-in-law, Minerva Garcia; one son-in-law, Ernest Lucero of Belen; 14 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Cremation has taken place and a Funeral service will be celebrated on Saturday, 9:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Sorrows Parish in Bernalillo. Interment will follow in the Parish Cemetery. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen.
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Gonzales -- Sam F. Gonzales, age 75, a resident of Albuquerque for 40 years, died November 15, 1999. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Friday, November 19, 1999 at Holy Ghost Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. with Father Joe Vigil as Celebrant. Interment will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:30 a.m. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Hare -- James Charles Hare"JC" passed away Tuesday, November 16, 1999 at UNMH from an extended illness. He was born in Albuquerque on May 14, 1986. He is survived by his parents, James L. Hare and Terry Hare of Moriarty, formally of Logan; his two brothers, Justin and Brandon Hare of the home; grandparents, Wanda and Charles Miller of Raton and Charlsie Hare of Albuquerque; great-grandparents, WH"Bill" and Pearl Miller and Carrie Price, all of Raton and Mary Wilson of Albuquerque; aunt, Cindy Simms of Las Cruces and aunt, Penny and uncle, Leonard Lopez of Raton; cousins, Sarah and Kevin Simms of Las Cruces and Jamie and Ashley Lopez of Raton; and numerous great-aunts and uncles, cousins and friends. In August, the"Make A Wish Foundation of NM" granted JC his wish for a Quarter Horse. Chy'a Johnston and family presented Hobo Doc to JC during the"Expo 99" at the New Mexico State Fair Grounds. Numerous other gifts, a new saddle, bridle, blanket, coat, ropes, feed, vet care, and many other items were also given. He had spent many hours with trainer and best friend, Jim Shaw riding along the Rio Grande River. JC and Jim were very much at peace on their horses. Services will be held Friday, November 19, 1999, 6:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Interment will take place Saturday, November 20, 1999, 2:00 p.m., at Fairview Cemetery in Raton, NM. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Friday, November 19, 1999, 2:00 p.m., until service time. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Make A Wish Foundation of NM, 5301 Central Ave. NE, Suite 203, 87108 in JC's name. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Harper -- Leroy V. Harper, age 87, passed away November 17, 1999. He had been a resident of Albuquerque since 1957. He retired from the Air Force in 1962 after serving for 27 years. He was born in Choctaw, Oklahoma. He is survived by his wife Mary, of 59 years; son, John Harper; daughter, Leanne Gideon; grandsons, John D. Harper and Timothy A. Gideon; and granddaughter, Megan Gideon, all of Albuquerque. Graveside services and burial will be in Santa Fe National Cemetery. French Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.
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Jones -- Marianne Claycomb Jones, born October 12, 1920, in Chickasha, Oklahoma, died peacefully on November 15, 1999, at her home in Albuquerque. She was married to Byron Jones from 1940 to 1963 and raised four children to Chickasha, Oklahoma. During those years she and her family spent many happy summers in the Jemez Mountains of New Mexico, where they owned and operated a wilderness guest ranch for children and adults. After having been a military wife early in her marriage, and a homemaker until her children were grown, she returned to school and received a Master's degree in Social Work from the University of Oklahoma. She spent the next several years working as a social worker in Chickasha, Norman and Sayre, Oklahoma before moving to Albuquerque to be near her children. She quickly resumed her career as a psychiatric social worker at the Veteran's Hospital in Albuquerque, where she worked with patients and eventually developed an extremely efficient and innovative intake program, which she headed until her retirement. She is survived by her four children, Byron Jones, Marianne Jones Jr., Lucy Kyle and Chris Hepler, who all still live and work in Albuquerque. She is also survived by three grandchildren, Andrew Kyle of Albuquerque, and Daniel and Lori Jones of San Antonio, TX. Cremation has taken place and disposition of her ashes will be by her children in keeping with her wishes. After many years of loving and caring for animals and supporting various animal care facilities and organizations, Marianne's wish for those who would like to do something in remembrance of her, is that contributions be sent to any such organization or facility in her name.
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Lujan -- Lourdes M. Lujan, 92, was called home to be with the Lord, Tuesday, November 16, 1999. She is survived by one sister, Ethel Ziegler of California; two Goddaughters, Dolores Garcia of California and Joyce Cervantes of Albuquerque; nieces and nephews, Etta Allan, Maria Lawhorn, Lucille Rivera, Katerina C de Vaca, Ruth Wagner, Juliette and Leroy Duran, Robert and Sandy Lujan, Ernest and Stellan Lujan, Bobby and Mary Wagner, Leo C de Vaca Jr., Tiney C de Vaca, Eva and Donald C de Vaca; and her beloved children, Ted and Dora Lujan who loved her as a mother for many years. She will be greatly missed. Final viewing will be this morning, from 11:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., in the Chapel of Garcia Mortuary. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated this afternoon, 12:00 p.m. at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church, located in the Old Town Plaza. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Robert Lujan, Ernest Lujan, Steve Lujan, Mark Maestas, Ronaldo Cervantes Jr., and Leroy Duran. Honorary bearers will be Ted Lujan and Ronald Cervantes Sr. For floral assistance, please call 243-5222. Funeral services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW.
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Mastromonico -- Joseph James Mastromonico Sr., 96, passed away in Albuquerque on November 17, 1999. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Elena Tuccillo Mastromonico. Joseph was born in New York, NY in 1903, was a resident of Fort Walton Beach, FL since 1979, a former resident of Aiken, SC, and a recent resident of Albuquerque. He was the loving father of Arnold, Joseph and Charles; grandfather to Michelle, Philip, Tim, Kara, Marc, Laurel, Jeff, and Elizabeth; and great-grandfather to Tyler, Lindsey, Morgan, Hannah, Aimie, and Katie. He is endeared by his daughters-in-law, Thea, Darlene, and Jane, and his enduring family, Judy, and his family friends of the Italian American Culture Society, Bill, Rae, Joe, Leo, Ray, and Nellie. Joseph was an acclaimed artist to his family and was active in the Arts and Design Society of Fort Walton Beach, past president of AARP, the originator of the Blue Light emergency response system for the elderly, active in the Bookmobile, a senior member of the Sons of Italy, and an enduring friend to most everyone who had the joy of meeting him. Mass is scheduled fro 9:30 a.m., Saturday, November 20, 1999, at Church of the Risen Savior, with Rev. Paul Baca as Celebrant. Pallbearers will be Philip Mastromonico, Arnold Mastromonico, Jay Campbell, Tyler Campbell, Joe Mastromonico, and Charles Mastromonico. Request family and friends, in lieu of flowers, to send donations to St. Mary's Catholic Church, 110 St. Mary's Avenue SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 and/or Presbyterian Hospice, 8300 Constitution NE, Albuquerque, NM 87100. Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Moore -- "Cowboy" Jimmy Moore finally has a chance for a rematch with Willie Mosconi today. The Cowboy left this world Wednesday, at the age of 89 years, of natural causes. He is survived by the most important person in his life, his wife of 50 years, Julie, along with seven loved children, 11 dear grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. By his large family, he will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, and endearing loving spirit. There are precious few people on this world who touch so many peoples lives, and everyone who was blessed enough to have the opportunity for Cowboy to touch theirs, will remember him as a great ambassador to the game of pool, as well as an ambassador to this world. Funeral services will be held Saturday, 1:00 p.m., at Temple Baptist Church, 1613 Arizona NE.
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Nordstrum -- Stanley C. NordstrumStanley died November 16, 1999. He was born November 27, 1915 in Humboldt, IA to Olive and Carlton Nordstrum. He graduated from Humboldt High School and attended Iowa State College. He married Marian E. Lovett, March 19, 1936, and they were farmers in Garden Grove, IA until 1965 when they moved to Santa Fe. He became the Buildings and Grounds Superintendent of St. Johns College and he and Sis lived on campus as resident until moving to Albuquerque in 1979. Survivors include his devoted wife, Marian (Sis); and children, Olive (Gussie) Williams and husband, Gary of Mackinaw City, MI, Mary Brooks and husband, Glen of Albuquerque, Bob Nordstrum of Albuquerque, and Doug Nordstrum and wife, Marj of West Des Moines, IA; grandchildren, Kevin Williams, Brian and wife, Laurel Williams, Eric Williams, Kristi and husband, Wes Lane, Patrick Nordstrum, Angie and husband, Chad Neiderhauser and Matt Nordstrum. Also surviving him him is his sister, Grace Lovett; sister-in-law, Hazel Nordstrum; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Doug and Mary Ellen Lovett; and many special friends. Stanley was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Robert Nordstrum and Frank Nordstrum and his wife, Katie; brothers-in-law, Arnold Lovett and Bob Lovett and his wife, Barbara; and grandson, Mark A. Brooks. Stanley filled his retirement years as a handyman/fixer-upper for relatives and friends. He enjoyed fishing, was a lifetime member of Optimist International, and a St. Johns College honorary alumnus. A resident of Sunbridge Mission Manor since March, 1997, his family is very grateful for the outstanding love, care and concern given to him by all of the staff. Cremation has taken place. Honoring Stanley and Sis' wishes, no services will be held. If you wish, in lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the charity of your choice.
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Olivas -- The family of Fred"Freddie" A. Olivas wishes to thank all their relatives and friends who where in attendance of the Rosary and Funeral services for Freddie. 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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Ortega -- PAUL GERALD ORTEGA December 29, 1959 to November 19, 1998Gone from our sight, But never our memories.... Gone from our touch, But never our hearts.We love and miss you, Mom, Richard, John, Greg, Kathy, Grandma, Dad, and former customers at your Conservative Eattery Restaurant in Santa Fe
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Ortiz -- Anthony"Tony" Ortiz, 81, passed away November 17, 1999. He was a longtime resident of Albuquerque, served in WWII as a staff sergeant, company"F", 158 Infantry Regiment, with Bushmasters and the Alamo Scouts, a member of All Nations Assembly of God Church, and retired from Southwest Indian Polytechnic Institute. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marie A. Ortiz; and son, Henry Gilbert Ortiz. He is survived by children, Patrick J. Wirries and wife, Susan, Mildred Joe and husband, Arnold, Theresa Lott and husband, Ron Sr.; grandchildren, Trish, Diane, Tom, Dawn, Jason, James, Marcella, Monica, Sabrina, Anthony, Ron Jr., Jamaal; a host of great-grandchildren; sisters, Virginia Heart, Esther Martinez, Bertha Burke; sister-in-law, Crucita Ortiz of Denver; numerous other family and friends who loved and will miss him. Services will be held at All Nations Assembly of God Church at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, November 22, 1999, Pastor Bill Frague officiating, with burial following at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW, 343-8008.
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Pacheco -- Manuel Joe Pacheco, a resident of Alameda, passed away on November 18, 1999. Services are pending.
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Price -- Dorothy D. Price, 90, born September 10, 1909, passed away peacefully Wednesday morning, November 17, 1999 at her home in Rio Communities in Belen. She was preceded in death by her husband, Delmas Price. She retired as a kindergarten teacher from the public schools of Kansas and was once voted"Kindergarten Teacher of the Year" for the state of Kansas. She was a loving and courageous person with a sincere love for children. Dorothy was a member of Delta Kappa Gamma during her years in Belen and was a member of St. Philip's Episcopal Church at 113 La Luna, in Belen, where she was very active in the Women's Outreach Program. During her last several months she was comforted by caretakers, Kate Dougherty, Julia Torres, Lucy Maez, her doctor, Steve Cohen, and a very special friend, Lois Tafoya. She is survived by her nephew, William Richard Switzer and his wife, Marion of Clamath Falls, OR. A Memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday afternoon, November 20, 1999, at St. Philip's Episcopal Church, with Father Phil West presiding. Sunrise Society is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to the Women of St. Philip's Outreach Program.
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Ramsey -- Patti McCrary Ramsey, 48, of Farmington, died November 16, 1999, in Farmington. She fought a courageous battle against cancer and was an inspiration to everyone who knew her. She was born December 28, 1950 in Albuquerque. Patti attended Valley High School and the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, receiving a Bachelor of Science in Education from UNM. In 1980, she and Charles Ramsey were married in Farmington. Before their marriage, Patti worked five years for El Paso Natural Gas at the Chaco Plant in the Corrosion Department. Patti was an educator. She was a teller trainer at the First National Bank in Albuquerque, did volunteer work at Ladera Elementary School, taught fourth grade at McKinley Elementary School, and took great pride in her Sunday School classes at St. John's Episcopal Church. She won the John Phillip Sousa Award twice in junior high school for flute, was a spelling bee winner twice, and a baton twirler. She graduated 10th in her high school class. In 1988, Patti helped form the South West Kidney Support Group. She is survived by her husband, Charles Ramsey; son, Zachary Ramsey; parents, Lester and June McCrary; sister, Mrs. Ray (Diane) Ayers; brothers and sisters-in-law, Ray Ayers, Scott and Linda Ramsey, and Ross and Christine Ramsey. Services are at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 20, 1999, at St. John's Episcopal Church, 312 N. Orchard Ave., in Farmington, conducted by Father Carl Brenner. Patti loved her Lord, her family, and her church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. John's Episcopal Church, 312 N. Orchard Ave., in Farmington. Arrangements are with the Alternative Society of Farmington, 326-3671.
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Strother -- Ralph L. Strother, 79, a resident of Albuquerque since 1946, died Tuesday, November 16, 1999. Born in California, MO, he was the son of Maggie E. and Edgar Strother. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Ruth Balfour Strother of Albuquerque; son, Robin D. Strother and wife, Nancy of Farmington; daughters, Kathy L. Steele and husband, Robert of Colorado and Gail J. Cramer and husband, David; granddaughter, Tracy D. Strother; grandsons, Matthew and Marcus Cramer, all of Farmington and Robert and Enoch Steele of Colorado; and sisters, Emma Stockard of Jefferson City, MO and Virginia Koerhrmann of Alton, IL and Dale Williams of St. Louis, MO. He was preceded in death by his grandson, Shane Strother. During World War II he served in the United States Army in the Aleutian Islands. He came to New Mexico to attend the University of New Mexico, receiving both a B.S. and a Masters degree. He was employed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers until retirement in 1976. Mr. Strother was a Registered New Mexico Professional Engineer. He attended Highland Baptist Church and was an avid tennis player. Services will be held Friday, 10:30 a.m., at Highland Baptist Church, 417 Palomas Dr. SE, with Pastor Winfred Walker officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be Jimmie Helm, Henry Jacobs, T.D. Flatt, James Boardman, John McKiernan and David Godown. Honorary pallbearers will be members of Mr. Strother's Sunday School Class. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Presbyterian Homecare Hospice, Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation, P.O. Box 26666, 87125-6666. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Watson -- Severn H."Bud" Watson,"the Tile Maker", a resident of the Pojoaque valley area for 35 years, died Wednesday, November 17, 1999, after a lengthy battle with emphysema. Watson was born October 13, 1933 in Mineral Wells, Texas, a third generation tile maker. He founded Tiles de Santa Fe, in Cuyamungue in 1971. He was highly regarded for his knowledge and expertise and in all areas of the tile business. He continued, until his death, to be a constant resource of inspiration for his family and a continuing source of knowledge for community members involved in the making and setting of ceramic and clay tile, as well as firing and glazing. He loved working with his hands and even after his retirement he continued to be known and respected for his hand crafted artistic products. After his retirement, Watson was passionate about traveling and gardening until his illness intervened. His wife, Gene Watson, of 48 years, survives him along with their seven children; 14 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Watson is survived by his sister, Pollye Christian of Plainview, TX; and brother, Bill Watson of Dallas, TX; of his children, Richard of Santa Fe with daughter, Shae, John of Roswell, his daughter, Claudia of Santa Fe, Stefan and wife, Eileen, live in Albuquerque with children, Ethan, Tomas and Ana, Dixie and husband, Lloyd Ortiz, and son, Steven of El Rancho, Michael and wife, Kay of Alpine, CA, Mary Watson, her fiance, Gilbert Maestas, and daughter, Hannah of El Gauche, Rachel Watson, husband, Rick Brenner, and children, Jacob, Zac and Juliana of Santa Fe; granddaughter, Cherie, husband, Jesse Rios, and children, Robert and Catalina of El Rancho; his great-grandson, Jesus Miguel Rios, preceded him in death; granddaughter, Angela, her husband, Juan Marrufo of Arroyo Seco; granddaughters, Jessica and Valerie Lujan of Jaconita. Cremation has taken place. Rosary on Sunday, November 21, 7:00 p.m., at Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe del Valle de Pojoaque, 15 Country Road 84J. Mass on Monday, November 22, 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the American Lung Association, 216 Truman NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108, to continue providing education about emphysema. Santa Fe Funeral Options 417 E. Rodeo Rd. Santa Fe, NM 989-7032
        Published on: Fri November 19, 1999

Zavadil -- "Elizabeth (Lee) Zavadil, nee Vanek, 93, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, died peacefully at home on November 3, 1999. A devoted sister, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, she is preceded in death by her husband, Albert; and her two children, Joseph and Constance. She is survived by her brother, Ollie Vanek; her daughter-in-law, Patricia Zavadil; her nephews, Bob Zavadil, Dennis Zavadil, Ben Vanek, and Melvin Vanek; her nieces, Sister Anthony Marie Kasper, S.S.N.D., Virginia Mika, and Joyce Vanek-Nielsen; her grandchildren, Mary Gutierrez, Joseph Zavadil, Peter Zavadil, John Zavadil, Thomas Zavadil, and Elizabeth Zavadil-Davis; and her great-grandchildren, Gabriel, Joseph, and Elena Gutierrez. She was interred at the family plot in St. Louis on November 13, and a special Memorial Mass will be held at Our Lady of Fatima Church in Albuquerque at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 20. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Our Lady of Fatima Church, 4020 Lomas Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110, so that Masses can be said in Lee's memory.
        Published on: Fri November 19, 1999