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Aragon -- Ignacia S. Aragon, a resident of Albuquerque for the last 50 years, passed away Saturday morning, November 20, 1999, at the age of 98. Ignacia was born to her late parents, Melecio and Virginia Lujan Sanchez on July 31, 1901, in Trementina, NM. She was preceded in death by her late husband, Seferino Aragon; son, Lorenzo; brothers, Rafael Sanchez and his wife, Guadalupe and Ramon Sanchez and his wife, Ofelia; sisters, Conferina Trujillo and husband, Demecio and Adela Padilla and husband, Nocario; and son-in-law, Jose A. Estrada. She is survived by her three children, Ruben Aragon, Facundo Aragon and wife, Amelia, all of Albuquerque and Emma Estrada of Las Vegas, NM; and brother, Alfonso Sanchez and wife, Cordelia. Ignacia had numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. Ignacia had four special nieces who were forever at her side, Mary Gonzales and husband, Eloy, Frances Martin and her late husband, Bob, Angie Garcia and Patty Romero. Ignacia was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Church and an active member of the Senior Church group. Rosary will be recited Monday, 7:00 p.m. Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 1860 Griegos Rd. NW, with Father Ramon Aragon, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be James Baca Jr., Chris Baca, Dan Estrada, Jude Romero, Donny Estrada, Ben Martin, Miguel Padilla, Carlos Sanchez and Jesse Estrada. Honorary pallbearers will be Ralph Gonzales, Wade Martin, Phillip Estrada, Robert Baca, Eloy Gonzales, Anthony Romero, Jimmy Baca, Tony Baca, Steve Estrada, Michael Gonzales, Margarito Garcia, Jonathan Baca, Kelly Baca and Alfonso Sanchez Jr. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Monday, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The family of Ignacia S. Aragon wish to extend special gratitude to the nurses and staff of Sandia Hospice. A very special thanks to Mary Driscall, Tina Hernandez and Tom Pier. French Mortuary, 1111 University 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 -- The family of Mr. Margarito Carrillo wishes to express their sincere appreciation to all relatives and friends who were so kind and supportive during their recent loss. Your kindness will always be remembered. Funeral Services were in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. S.W.
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Corcoran -- Nancy B. Corcoran, 60, a resident of Albuquerque since 1959, died Friday, November 19, 1999. She is survived by her husband of 39 years, Tom C. Corcoran of the family home; daughter, Kelly J. Morrison of Houston, TX; sons, Thomas C. Corcoran Jr. and Randy L. Corcoran and wife, Katie; daughter, Darcy L. Savage and husband, Mark, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Kyle and Amy Morrison, Lindsey and Kimberly Corcoran, and Ryan and John Corcoran; mother, Marjorie Beyer of Delano, MN; brothers, Edward Beyer and wife, Bernie of Dassel, MN and Lloyd Beyer and wife, Isabel of Minneapolis, MN; and sisters, Jean Hardin of Sacramento, CA and Joanne Menke and husband, James of Barnes, WI. Mr. Corcoran had been an employee of New York Life Insurance Company for 13 years. Nancy loved her work and will miss her wonderful"family" of co-workers. She was a member of Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church in Jemez Springs. Mrs. Corcoran loved the Jemez Mountain country and will be missed by many friends in the Jemez Springs and Horse Shoe Springs area. Nancy was best friend, a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother, and was loved dearly, and will be missed. Nancy, we all love you. Memorial Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, 2:00 p.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Father Jim Sampson Celebrant and Father Francis X. Eggert, co-Celebrant. Cremation will take place with private family interment services to be held at Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Cemetery in Jemez Springs. The family requests, that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church, Building Fund, Jemez Springs, NM 87025. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Crespin -- The family of Mrs. Emelia Crespin 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 Sotero Sena, St. Marys Catholic Church, Vaughn, NM, Celebrant of the Mass, to Mr. Trujillo for reciting the Rosary, and to the pallbearers. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Daggett -- Charles Brattain Winfred"Wynn" Daggett, 82 years old, passed away on Friday evening, November 12, 1999 at Albuquerque Manor, where he had been a resident for two years. Wynn was born on April 7, 1917 in Chama, New Mexico as the only son of Golda Dell Vermillion Daggett and Charles Albert"Deet" Daggett. He was raised on the Daggett Ranch located in the beautiful Canones Creek valley just south of Chama, where he also attended grammar school in a single-room schoolhouse. As a boy he was an avid fisherman, hunter and trapper, and between the ages of 8 and 16 he was considered the"Daniel Boone" of the Brazos-Chavez-Canones Creek area. He attended high school at El Rito Normal School, El Rito, NM, where he was a standout on the football team. In 1935, soon after high school graduation, he worked as a mountain guide for patrons of the well-known Ghost Ranch, then owned by Arthur Pack. Later, he worked for the U.S. Geological Survey performing triangulation surveys in the San Juan Mountains of southern Colorado. In 1937, Wynn moved to San Diego, CA with his maternal grandparents, where he attended San Diego State College, and later worked for Solar Aircraft. While in San Diego, Wynn met Dolores Maxine Nelson, and they were wed in 1943. Also in that years, he enlisted in the U.S. Army Airforce, where he completed bomber pilot training and served until 1946. He then returned to New Mexico and was hired by the New Mexico Game & Fish Department, where he worked at the Pecos Fish Hatchery until accepting a supervisory position at the Zia Company in Los Alamos, NM. In 1952, the family moved to Idaho Falls, Idaho, where he and his wife worked at the Reactor Testing Station. In 1954, he accepted an overseas position in Venezuela, SA, where he worked for Blaw Knox de Venezuela during the construction of a chemical processing plant. After the plant was built, he accepted a position with"Creole", a Venezuelan subsidiary of Standard Oil Company. He and the family returned to the states in late 1959 and settled in the Espanola Valley. He worked for the University of California in Los Alamos until he retired in 1981. Later, in 1987, he traveled to the Middle East to apply his expertise to the construction of several U.S. government facilities in Kuwait. Wynn was an avid fisherman and known as one the best in New Mexico. In particular, his fly fishing ability was well known. This is exemplified by his State Record"native" trout, which he caught as a boy in the Brazos Box, or by the article published about his fishing skills in a well-known national magazine in the early 1950's. He spent the twilight years of his life as a very physically fit man doing the things he loved: fishing, playing tennis, playing golf, hiking, ballroom dancing, skiing, gardening, and daily spa workouts. He continued these activities until health conditions ceased them about five years ago. He had many interests and he loved to play as hard as he worked. Wynn was a very gregarious person who knew no strangers. He truly loved life! He is survived by his daughter, Kathy Leeann Brock; son, Kevin Charles Daggett; daughter-in-law, Lauren Calvin Daggett; grandson, Colton Charles Calvin Daggett, all of Albuquerque; sisters, Mary Emmeline Kessel, Sonora, CA, Johnna Mae Weaver, Espanola, NM; three nephews and one niece. The family will announce a celebration of Wynn's life at a later date. His remains will be put to rest in the Canones Creek area per his wishes.
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Davis -- Evelyn A. Davis, 93, passed away on November 18, 1999 in Albuquerque. She was born in Franklinton, NC and moved to New York after college, where she was a social worker for immigrant placement. She moved to Albuquerque in 1989 and was a member of St. Chad Episcopal Church. Her husband, James Davis, preceded her in death in 1975. Mrs. Davis is survived by by a daughter, Miriam Stucker of Albuquerque; sisters, Beatrice Penn of New York, NY and Adelyn Allen and Lucille Quinichett, both of Rocky Mount, NC; a nephew, Junius Allen of New York, NY; and many loving cousins and friends. Graveside services are pending with Cutchins Funeral Home, Franklinton, NC. A Memorial service will be held at 4:00 p.m., Sunday, December 5, 1999, at St. Chad Episcopal Church, 7171 Tennyson Dr. NE, Albuquerque. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to New Mexico Cancer Research or the American Cancer Society. Local arrangements by Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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De Vore -- Gordon R. De Vore, 52, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, entered the arms of Jesus, Thursday evening, November 18, at his home in the presence of his family. He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Sue De Vore; three daughters, Erin O'Donnell and husband, Charles, Sara De Vore and Laina De Vore, all of Albuquerque; two sisters, Patricia Ann (Pat) Howard and husband, Robert, Debbie Mitchell and husband, Mike; and one brother, Scott De Vore and wife, Rita, all of Albuquerque; two grandchildren, Kurik Ray Brown and Mikelle Lynn O'Donnell; his uncle, Kenny and aunt, Mary Lou Eilar; and his parents-in-law, Jim and Maxine Harrington; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gordon K. De Vore and Patricia De Vore. Gordon and his family attended Hoffmantown Church. He was a member of Promise Keepers; he attended the conference in Denver, CO, and had plans to attend other conferences. He was a member of LATSE. He was a Vietnam Veteran, service in the US Navy on ships, USS Putnam and the USS Franklin D. Roosevelt. He was very supportive of the Transplant Services of New Mexico because of his own heart transplant in 1993. He was a fun loving and very courageous man; was an inspiration to all who knew him. One phrase that best described Gordon is"To Never Give Up." The family will receive friends at Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, Sunday, between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. Memorial services will be held Monday, November 22, 10:00 a.m., at Bethel Heritage Church, 79800 Holbrook NE, with Pastor Michael Mullins, and his brother, Pastor Scott De Vore officiating. Contributions may be made to New Mexico Transplant Services of Presbyterian Hospital, P.O. Box 26666, Albuquerque, NM 87125-6666, attention, Transplant, or the American Cancer Society, 5810 Lomas Blvd. NE 87110. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, in charge of arrangements.
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Duke -- Marian Laura Carter Duke, 87, a resident of Albuquerque since 1952, passed away Sunday, November 4, 1999. She was born July 4, 1912 in East St. Louis, Illinois. She graduated from Stephens College, Columbia, Missouri, in 1932, and taught elementary school before marriage. She was preceded in death by her husband, local realtor, Walter Thomas Duke; and granddaughter, Laura Elizabeth Peterson. She is survived by one son, Lt. Col. Carter Scott Duke (USAF, ret.) and wife, Col. Gail Rogers Duke (USAF); one daughter, Sandy Lethem and husband, Larry of Albuquerque; grandsons, Scott Peterson of Austin, TX and Trevor Peterson of Colorado Springs, CO; nieces, Barbara Ashcraft and family of Jackson, MS and Betty Hoisinigton and family of Rio Rancho. She will be lovingly missed by all. Cremation is being arranged by Sunrise Society, (891-8200).
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Ebnit-Overmyer -- Christian Richard Ebnit-Overmyer, 4, a resident of Albuquerque, died after a long courageous battle with cancer on Friday, November 19, 1999. He is survived by his parents, Karl and Dawn Overmyer; sisters, Hilary Overmyer and Audrey Overmyer, all of Albuquerque; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Ebnit of Ft. Wayne, IN; great-grandmother, Marian Fawcett of Ft. Wayne, IN; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Overmyer of Golfport, MS; aunt, Karol Klim of Roswell, NM; cousin, Becky Grawcock of Ft. Wayne, IN; many other aunts, uncles and cousins; and many dear friends who touched his life and stood by him and his family. Services will be held Monday, 10:00 a.m., French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Rev. John Schwarting officiating. Private entombment will take place. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Pediatric Oncology Dept., c/o University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, 2211 Lomas Blvd. NE, Third Floor - ACC, 87106, or to the Make A Wish Foundation of NM, 4575 San Mateo NE, Suite J, 87109. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Evans -- Mr. Scott R. Evans, 46, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on November 16, 1999. Mr. Evans is survived by numerous friends and family spanning the United States. He was loved by many and will be missed by all. He was a longtime employee of Citibank, loved history, especially the Civil War Era and a devoted Green Bay Packers, Milwaukee Braves, and Wisconsin Badgers fan. Friends and family will be gathering for a visitation on Tuesday morning, from 11:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m., at the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW, with a Memorial service to follow at 11:30 a.m. Mr. Gene Tuma will officiate. Gabaldon Mortuary in charge of arrangements.
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Flagstead -- Arnold P."Flag" Flagstead, 82, a resident of Albuquerque since 1956, died Sunday, November 14, 1999. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held Saturday, December 4, 3:30 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Gallegos -- The family of Eric Michael 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 Deacon Enrique Padilla, Holy Family Catholic Church for officiating the Commuion service, and to the pallbearers. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Griego -- Mrs. Angelique C. Griego, 24, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on November 16, 1999. Mrs. Griego is survived by her beloved husband of two years, Frank M. Griego; three daughters, Samantha Rael, Cassandra Rael and Angelique Burton; her parents, Michael and Elizabeth Chavez; one sister, Reanna Chavez; two brothers, Michael Chavez, and Kenny Chavez and girlfriend, Michelle Griego; her paternal grandmother, Nora T. Chavez; many aunt, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Angelique was a member of the Catholic Church. Visitation will be Monday evening in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW, from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., with a Memorial Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. by David and Precilla Maestas. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday morning in the Sacred Heart Church, 412 Stover Ave. SW. Private disposition of cremains will take place. Gabaldon Mortuary in charge of arrangements.
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Harris -- Louise Harris, 62, a 25 year resident of Albuquerque, died Friday, November 19, 1999. She is survived by her daughters, Mary Harris of Albuquerque and Sandy Coolidge and husband, Rick of Vermont; sons, Alan Harris and wife, Candace of North Carolina, Kevin Harris and wife, Kourtney of Colorado; grandsons, Jacob Harris of Albuquerque, David Coolidge of Vermont, Alex Harris of Colorado, Michael Harris of North Carolina; granddaughters, Nicole Harris of North Carolina; sisters, Viola Espinosa and Julia Norwood, both of Albuquerque, Isabel Romero and husband, Mike of Phoenix, AZ; brothers, Albert Florence and wife, Susan of Albuquerque, John Florence and wife, Julia of Los Lunas, Edward Florence and wife, Esther of Florida; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. Rosary will be recited Sunday, 7:00 p.m., November 21, 1999, at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, with Al McLane reciting. Memorial Mass will be celebrated Monday, 9:00 a.m., November 22, 1999, at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 1800 Martha, with Father Domingo Gumpal, Celebrant. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Sunday, November 21, 1999, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Kelley -- Onetia May (Nettles) Kelley, age 90, a resident of Albuquerque for 50 years, died Thursday, November 18, 1999. She is survived by her husband of 69 years, Otis Kelley; daughter, Jean Leonard of Albuquerque; son, Dr. Robert Kelley and wife, Marcia of Laramie, WY; grandson, Edward Leonard and wife, Cynthia of Albuquerque; granddaughters, Eydee Van Atta and husband, Robert of Lakewood, CA, Mona Krogstad and husband, Steve of Sidney, MT, Jennifer Kelley of Albuquerque, and Karin Gerdts and husband, Michael of Columbus, OH; great-grandson, Scott Van Atta of Lakewood, CA; and great-granddaughters, Sky Van Atta of Lakewood, CA, Rachel Lee and Alyson Lee of Sidney, MT, and Nicole Leonard of Albuquerque. Onetia was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.T. Nettles of Clovis; sister, Elva Phillips of Greeley, CO; and brother, Elgin Nettles of Tucson, AZ. She was born in Groesbeck, TX, and at age eight came with her family to a homestead near Yeso, NM. In 1921, the family moved to Clovis, where Onetia attended public schools and was graduated from high school in 1927. She attended West Texas State Teacher's College, Otis Art Institute in Los Angeles, and the University of Southern California, where she earned the B.A. degree. She studied art at the University of New Mexico, and independently with Kenneth Adams, Randall Davies, Eneique Montenegro, Frederick Taubes and George Cherepov. For over 40 years she was a still life and landscape artist. She had one-person shows at the Santa Fe Art Museum, the Four Hills Country Club, and at the Lovelace Research Building. She was a member, and one-time president of the Nor Este Art Association, the National League of American Pen Women, New Mexico Art League, American Association of University Women, and was listed in Who's Who of American Women. Onetia grew up in a Christian home, and was baptized by Mr. George Mickey at Yeso in 1921. She had a lifetime of service in several congregations of the Church of Christ. Friends and family may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Sunday, November 21, 1999, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Services will be held at the Church of Christ at 7201 Montgomery Blvd. NE on Monday, November 22, 1999 at 10:00 a.m. Entombment will follow at the Sunset Memorial Mausoleum. Pallbearers will be Dr. Jim Williams, Arlie Reed, George Tucker, Dick Jones, Brian Guernsey, and Ernie Blair. The family suggests, that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to the Albuquerque Christian Children's Home, 5700 Winter Haven Rd. NW 87120. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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King -- 1974-1999 Todd Q. King, 25, a resident of Belen, passed away on Wednesday, November 17, 1999. He was preceded in death by his father, Bert King; and three brothers, Brad, Robin and Kim King. He is survived by his loving wife, Barbara King; and his daughters, Erin, Megan and Cassie (who will be born in March); his mother, Tillie C. King of Belen; one sister, Suzy Amestoy of Belen; six brothers, Donald, Delbert, Richard, Edward and Tim King, and Russell Montoya; and many loving uncles, aunts, nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends beginning at 5:00 p.m., Sunday, November 21, at Riverside Funeral Home Chapel, with a Rosary to be recited at 6:00 p.m. The family will once again receive friends between 9:00 a.m. and 9:45 a.m. on Monday morning, November 22, with funeral services to begin at 10:00 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, located at James St. and Hwy 85, in Los Lunas. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, in Albuquerque. Pallbearers will be John Trujillo, John Sanchez, Joe Lucero Jr., Tito Amestoy, Russell Montoya, and Edward King. Arrangements by Riverside Funeral Home, in Belen.
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Kohlman -- The family of Earl Kohlman would like to thank the many friends, relatives and Lovelace Hospice caregivers for their love, prayers, and support during his last months of illness, and in the services celebrating his life. Direct Funeral Services, 343-8008.
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Lee -- Mrs. Hutson (Anna deZeumar) Lee, age 100, died peacefully Thursday evening, November 18, 1999 at a local nursing home. She is survived by her daughter, Charlotte Williams and husband, The Reverend Canon B. McK. Williams of Albuquerque; granddaughter, Captain Carol Copeland of Tinker A.F.B. in Oklahoma and husband, Leonard; great-grandson, Spencer Copeland; and nephews, Kenneth Hands of Mt. Airy, MD and Don lee Hands of Catonsville, MD. A resident of Albuquerque since 1986, she was a member of the Cathedral Church of St. John, and followed her pattern of being active in church affairs. Born in Baltimore the eldest of five, she was sent to work as a seamstress in a flag, banner and pennant shop at twelve years of age to help her widowed mother keep the family together. She worked there learning fine needlework until her marriage. During those years, she was frequently called upon to use her trade at home to assist the shop. She was the only one who could make a silk Maryland flag with its complicated heraldric design by hand. One of her flags was for the Washington Cathedral Church of St. Peter and St. Paul. Mrs. Lee was also known for her volunteer work with the Red Cross and the U.S.O. during World War II and also at the Maryland General Hospital in Baltimore. Using her skills as a seamstress, she made may items for leprosy missions, layettes for indigent mothers as sell as for children and Veterans. The Funeral Requiem will be Tuesday, November 23, 1999, 10:00 a.m., at the Cathedral Church of St. John, 318 Silver SW, with the Very Reverend David F.K. Puckett, Dean, officiating. Interment will take place on Friday, November 27, in Baltimore's Woodlawn Cemetery with her husband of 56 years, Hutson Lee, Jr. A gathering time for family and friends will be at the Cathedral at 9:00 a.m. Tuesday before the Service. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Lockwood -- John S. Lockwood, 79, a resident of Albuquerque and Crested Butte, CO, died Friday, November 19. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Dorothy; daughter, Sherron and her husband, Walter Green of Crested Butte, CO; son, Robert and his wife, Marcia of Phoenix, AZ; son, James and his wife, Kathleen of Plano, TX; granddaughters, Erin and Alison; grandson, Justin; sister, Helen and her husband, Robert Davenport; and brother, Charles. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be held on Monday, November 22, 1999, 4:00 p.m., at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, with Rev. Carl R. Soderberg presiding. Interment of cremains will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 5301 Ponderosa NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110, or a charity of your choice.
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Lopez -- Mrs. Fabiola"Viola" Vallez Lopez died on Wednesday at the age of 66. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carlos"Buddy" Lopez; son, Paul Romero; daughter, Sabrina Barboa; grandchildren, Inky, Eric, and Suzette; and many other loved ones. Viola is survived by her daughters, Grace Sandoval and husband, Rudy, Jean Maestas, Anna Garcia and Eddie, Julia Moore and husband, Terri, Debra and husband, Brian Kittka; sons, Ernest Romero, Justo Lopez and wife, Clemmey, and Chente"Vince" Lopez and wife, Debbie; grandchildren, Ernie, Diane Ramon, Michelle, Raymond, Adrian, Ernest Jr., Emiliano, Little Ernest, Carlos, Edward, Cisco, Jessica, Venessa, Lisa, and Danny; great-grandchildren, Raquel, Anthony, Christopher, Mariah, Monique, Michael, Johsua, Angelina and Hayley; and all of her special friends. A Memorial Rosary will be recited on Sunday, November 21, 7:00 p.m., at the St. Anne Church. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Monday, November 22, 9:00 a.m., also at the St. Anne Church. Interment will follow in Chilili, NM. Honorary pallbearers will be all her grandchildren, sons-in-law, Mike Gutierrez, Steven Vallez, Andrew Sandoval, Gene, Eric, Adam, Scott and Jessie Giron, Elfigo and Monte. Arrangements by Metropolitan Direct Burial and Cremation Center, Inc., 729 San Mateo Blvd. NE. www.AlbuquerqueNM.com
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Lucero -- Mrs. Virginia Lucero died Thursday in Albuquerque at the age of 71. She is survived by her husband, Orlando Lucero; sons, Ron and wife, Darlene, Don and wife, Carol; sister, Lucy Garcia; grandchildren, Rochelle Lucero, Ronnie Lucero Jr., Vincent Lucero, Mathew Lucero, Ryan Lucero; great-grandson, Damon Lucero; niece, Ramona and husband, Richard Gomez; nephew, Manuel and wife, Debra Garcia; great-nephews, Robert and wife, Lynne Gomez, Anthony Garcia; great-nieces, Lucille Garcia, Romaine and husband, Paul Kohler, Samantha Garcia, Jacklyn Garcia; four great-great-grandnieces; four great-great-grandnephews; and her adopted family, Mark, Stephanie, Chase and Rowan; and several special friends. Funeral services for Mrs. Lucero are pending and will be announced at a later time. Pallbearers will be Ronnie Lucero Jr., Robert Gomez, Robert Baca, Randy Gutierrez, Audi Gutierrez and Eric Lucero. Honorary pallbearers will be Vincent Lucero, Matthew Lucero and Ryan Lucero, Herman Valdez and Paul Kohler. Visitation for Mrs. Lucero will be held on Monday, from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Lueras -- The family of Mr. Bernard Lueras wishes to express their sincere appreciation to all relatives and friends who were so kind and sympathetic during their recent loss. Your thoughtfulness will always be remembered. Funeral Services were in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. S.W.
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Lujan -- The family of Ms. Lourdes Lujan wishes to express their sincere appreciation to all relatives and friends who were so kind and supportive during their recent loss. Your thoughtfulness will always be remembered. Funeral Services were in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. S.W.
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Martinez -- Celine Martinez, a lifetime resident of New Mexico, and former employee of the Santa Fe Public School System and the Bureau of Land Management, died Thursday after a decade long battle with Alzheimer's disease. Mrs. Martinez, age 74, is survived by four children, daughters, Vicki Vehar and husband, Mike, and Roberta Martinez; sons, E. Anthony Martinez and wife, Christy, and David Martinez; five grandchildren, Dustin Casteel, Christa, Rebecca, Andrea and Jake Martinez; three brothers and sisters, Marcella Lucero and husband, Don, Marie Marks and husband, John, and Robert O. Martinez. She is also survived by a large extended family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eddie Martinez; son, Richard S. Martinez; her mother and father, former New Mexico State Representative, Manuel Martinez of Santa Rosa and Fidelia C. Martinez of Santa Fe. A visitation will be held on Sunday, November 21, 1999, 3:00 p.m., at Berardinelli Family Funeral Chapel in Santa Fe, with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, November 22, at St. Francis Cathedral with burial to follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, family requests donations to Alzheimer's Association, New Mexico Chapter. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa, Santa Fe, 984-8600. www.berardinelli-mortuary.com
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Morris -- Grace M. Morris, 72, a resident of Albuquerque since 1935, died Thursday, November 18, 1999. She is survived by her children, Patricia Ann Crockett and husband, Gerald of Novato, CA, Marla Baxman and husband, Hod of Rio Rancho and Mel Morris and wife, Janell of Albuquerque; five grandchildren, Michelle Benoit, Steve Benoit, Shawn Baxman, Jeffrey Morris and Melissa Corvin and husband, Zeb; and sister, Dorothy Reinhardt of Farmington. Mrs. Morris was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Robert"Bruce" Morris in November 1995. She will be fondly remembered as a devoted and loving wife, mother and grandmother. Memorial services will be held Saturday, 11:00 a.m., at New Covenant Church, 7201 Paseo Del Norte NE, with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Building Fund of New Covenant Church, 7201 Paseo Del Norte NE 87122. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Owens -- Donald I. Owens, 43, a resident of Belen, passed away on November 14, 1999. Donald served over 20 years in the United States Airforce. He worked for over six years in the Rio Grande Volunteer Fire Department and served as the Fire Chief for one year. He was preceded in death by his father, Clarence Jr. Owens; grandfathers, Chester L. Owens and Alfred Porter. Donald is survived by his loving wife of 18 years, Julie Owens of the family home in Belen; his son, Brian Owens and his wife, Marion; his grandson, Kyan Owens; his mother, Jean Owens; grandmother, Lucille Porter; his sister, Jan Domeier and her husband, Scott; nieces, Elizabeth, Amanda, Samantha; one Godson, Alexander John. Donald is also survived by his many close relatives and friends in Minnesota. A Funeral service will be held on Monday, 10:00 a.m., at Romero Funeral Home. Interment will follow at 2:00 p.m. in the Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Bank of Belen, 19339 Hwy 85, Belen, NM or the Rio Grande Estates Fire Department, P.O. Box 527, Belen, NM 87002. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St.
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Pacheco -- The family of Manuel"Shore" or"Shortie" Joe Pacheco wishes to express their sincere appreciation to all relatives and friends who were so kind and supportive during our recent loss. Your kindness will always be remembered.
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Pierson -- Melba L. Pierson, a resident of Albuquerque since 1946, died Saturday, November 20, 1999. She is survived by her daughters, Dorothy Englebrecht and husband, Lloyd of Farmington and Marjorie Coco and husband, Charles of Oceanside, CA; sons, Gary L. Pierson of Albuquerque and Ted Pierson and wife, Sue of Bosque Farms; nine grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roy Pierson. Mrs. Pierson was a member of First Christian Church in Griswold, IA and attended First Presbyterian Church in Albuquerque. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, 2:00 p.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Quinones -- The family of Mr. Gabriel S. Quinones 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 St. Thomas, Aquinas Catholic Church, Celebrant of the Mass, to Mr. Tom Madrid for reciting the Rosary, and to the pallbearers. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Rawley -- Palmer B. Rawley Jr., born to Janet Hershey Rawley and Col. Palmer B. Rawley Sr. on October 14, 1922 in Philadelphia, PA, died Friday, November 19, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Eloise Holland Rawley of the home; sons, Alan Rawley of Kansas City, MO and Clifford Rawley, Dr. of Divinity, of Colorado Springs, CO; sister, Gail Kaul of Athens, Greece; brothers, John H. Rawley of Hershey, PA and Robert Rawley of Clifton, NJ; step-mother, Gabrielle Rawley of Manohawken, NJ; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Mr. Rawley began ballooning 27 years ago. He was crew chief for Flying Fez, The Spud, Boodle, Purple Sage, Starwalker, and JB Scotch. Mr. Rawley was active in AAAA-Albuquerque Aerostat Ascension Association for the past 20 plus years. He attended the last 27 Balloon Fiestas. Mr. Rawley was a fixed wing pilot and he served in the Army Air Corp during World War II. He worked in Los Alamos from 1947 to 1954. Cremation will take place and there will be private scattering of the cremains. Contributions may be made in his memory to the Animal Humane Association of NM, Inc., 615 Virginia SE 87108.
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Romero -- The family of Mrs. Regina Romero wishes to express their sincere appreciation to all relatives and friends who were so kind and supportive during their recent loss. Your thoughtfulness will always be remembered. Funeral Services were in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. S.W.
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Sanchez -- Margarita DeLuna Sanchez, a resident of Alameda, passed away on Friday in Edgewood. She is survived by her husband, Salvador Sanchez of Alameda; two sons, Salvador Sanchez Jr. and wife, Connie of Bloomington, CA, Anthony Sanchez and wife, Mary of Albuquerque; two sisters, Erna Gurule and husband, Pat of Albuquerque, Sally Rangel and husband, Gilbert; and a special niece, Sadie Armijo of Albuquerque. Also surviving are seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and many friends. Her past 19 years were devoted to her husband as a loving wife and caretaker. She was a member of the Carmelitas and Alter Rosary Society. She was also a member of Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, where the Rosary will be recited this evening at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday morning, 11:00 a.m., at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Interment will follow at San Carlos Cemetery. Family and friends may visit today, from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., in the Chapel of Alameda Mortuary. Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th Street, Norbert"Ray" Baldonado Jr.
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Sanchez -- Pita Gregorita Sanchez, 84, a lifelong resident of New Mexico, passed away November 18, 1999, in Tucumcari, surrounded in prayer by her loving family. Pita joined her husband, Lee, on what would have been his 101st birthday. Lee preceded her in death four years ago. Also preceding her in joining our Lord were her parents, Agapito and Dorotea Garcia; her brothers, Jose P. and Rudy Garcia; a son-in-law, Alfred Lucero; and brother-in-law, Ben Gonzales. Pita had made her home in Albuquerque for the last four years with her daughter, Lydia and son-in-law, Frank Maestas. Pita had been in Tucumcari for three weeks, her home for most of her adult life, where she could be near her other daughter, Dolores Lucero. Pita is survived by her daughters, Dolores Lucero and Lydia Maestas and son-in-law, Frank Maestas; 11 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren. Also surviving are her sister, Alice Gonzales from Richmond, CA; her brother, Domingo Garcia and his wife, Eloisa from Pacoima, CA; and sisters-in-law, Paulita Garcia and Adele Garcia from Tucumcari. Services will be held at St. Anne's Catholic Church in Tucumcari, with Rosary on Friday, and mass on Saturday, followed by burial at the family plot in Montoya, New Mexico. Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW, 343-8008.
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Sandoval -- Josephine Elenora Sandoval, born March 14, 1925 in Raton, New Mexico, departed us on November 20, 1999, at the age of 74 to continue her life with the Lord. She was preceded in death by her father, Octaviano Ullibarri; and her mother, Lucy Trujillo-Grier. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Reuben Sandoval; daughter, Yvonne and husband, Jack Strascina; son, Gary Sandoval and wife, Pam; grandchildren, Ian and Meghan Strascina, Mackenzie and David Jason Sandoval, and Wendy Jo McFall; great-granddaughter, Baleigh Nicole and great-grandson, Johnathan. She is also survived by brothers, Abe Ullibarri and wife, Cindy, Ervin Ullibarri and wife, Sharon; sisters, Viola Schammell and husband, Al, Dolores (Dolly) Welshiemer and husband, Bob; and step-mother, Lita Ullibarri. She also leaves behind 36 nieces and nephews. She will be missed by her many friends at the Grand Court Retirement Community. She was a member of Church of the Risen Savior and retired from civil service with over 20 years of service. She had worked at Los Alamos during the war and at Kirtland AFB. Upon Mrs. Sandoval's retirement, she was devoted to many ministries such as Activities Director for Queen of Heaven prayer group. She also played guitar and sang in several church choirs. She was active in Intercessory Prayer Line and served as a Eucharistic Minister to the hospital patients and to the home-bound. Mrs. Sandoval's hobbies included her love of music coupled with her love of many arts and crafts. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to The American Diabetes Association or Kaseman Hospice. A Memorial Mass is pending at Church of the Risen Savior, with arrangements by Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, 821-0010.
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Sedillo -- The family of Mrs. Fernanda Sedillo wishes to express their sincere appreciation to all relatives and friends who were so kind and supportive during their recent loss. Your kindness will always be remembered. Funeral Services were in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. S.W.
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Smith -- James Bennington Smith, Lt. Col., US Army Retired - Born January 10, 1914, passed away into the arms of our loving LORD, JESUS, at the age of 85 years, November 18, 1999. James had been a resident of Albuquerque for several years. He was a member of Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church. James served his country in the Army. He served in the Second World War and the Korean Conflict. He served in the Army of Occupation in Germany, where he and his family traveled extensively. James, with his loving wife, Suda, also served in the US Military Advisory Group Embassy, in Peru. James retired from Fort San Houston, Texas. After James retired from the military, he attended the University of New Mexico, where he received his Master's degree in Education. He taught chemistry and physics at Trona High School in Trona, California. While living in Trona, he was a member of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church, and was active in the Gem and Mineral Society, Eastern Star and a Grand Master of the Masonic Lodge. After his retirement from teaching James resided in Albuquerque, until his death. He is survived by his daughters, Sue Ann Strickland and husband, Milton of Albuquerque, Ellen J. Woodruff and husband, Michael of Edgewood; brother, Robert H. Smith of Vacaville, CA; sister, Margaret E. Mapes of Medford, OR; six grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild; three nephews; and two nieces. Services will be held at Heights Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 8600 Academy NE, Monday, November 22, 1999 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Sunday, November 21, 1999, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. May he rest in loving peace!
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Stefani -- Louis John Stefani, 81, a resident of Corrales for the past 29 years, passed away on Tuesday, November 16, 1999. Louis was born July 10, 1918, the son of Angelo and Florinda Lupi Stefano in New York City, New York. He had been a Civil Engineer with Sandia Laboratories before he retired. Louis served in the US Army for over 24 years, retiring as a Lt. Colonel. He received the Legion of Merit Legionnaire award in December of 1965. Louis was one of a group that was instrumental in heading up the"Keeping Corrales Rural" and he was also politically active in the community of Corrales. Louis was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia in March of 1999. He is survived by his two children, Laurie Baish and husband, Richard of Cloudcroft, NM and Allan Stefani of Albuquerque; one sister, Violet Frances Chimi of Florida; and three grandchildren, Joshua, Rachel and Juliane Baish (Juliane is the 1999 NM State Fair Queen). A Memorial service will be held on Monday, November 22, 1999 at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd., at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho, with the Rev. Kenneth Hill officiating. Interment will take place at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe at 1:30 p.m. with Military Honors being presented by the New Mexico Honor Guard. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary.
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Tabacchi -- Josephine M. Tabacchi, beautiful and precious mother and aunt, returned to the arms of Jesus on Thursday, November 18th. A lifelong resident of New Mexico, she was preceded in death by her husband, John C. (Charley) Tabacchi; daughter, Constance Lee; brothers, Henry E. Umhoefer and John J. Umhoefer; and sisters, Eleanor Watt and Bertha A. Greer. She is survived by her daughter, Gloria; great-niece, Jan Heinen and husband, Russ Gent of Tijeras; nephews, Don Umhoefer (Mary Lee) of Houston, TX, Ralph Umhoefer (Marian) of Las Vegas, NV; and other family members and friends throughout the country. Spirited and adventurous, loving and compassionate, Josephine was happiest in the great outdoors, either on horseback or hiking the trails of New Mexico, which she enjoyed into her mid 80s. She was loved by all who knew her and will live in our heart forever. God grant rest to the"Best in the West." She was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish, where the visitation at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday will be followed by recitation of the Rosary. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated 9:30 a.m., Monday, by Fr. Richard Olona, Pastor. Interment will follow in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Serving as cakset bearers will be Jim Delgado Sr., Bernice Garcia, Russ Gent, Eloy Gonzales, Albert Mirabal, Stefan Zamora. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice or do someone a kindness. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, are in charge of arrangements.
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Tafoya -- Mr. Pat Tafoya died Thursday in Albuquerque at the age of 73. Mr. Tafoya was a World War II Army veteran and served in the Philippines Liberation with the 5th Calvary. He was preceded in death by his father, Ross Tafoya Sr.; mother, Emma A. Tafoya; and brothers, Louie Tafoya and Tony Tafoya. Mr. Tafoya is survived by his wife, Annie Tafoya; daughter, Mollie Vigil; brother, Ross Tafoya; in-laws, Juan Martinez and wife, Tillie, Lupe Trujillo and husband, Eddie, Moises Chavez and wife, Valentina; two special nephews, Eddie Trujillo Jr. and Dino Nieto; and several nieces and nephews. Memorial services for Mr. Tafoya will be held on Monday at the St. Anne Catholic Church, where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Inurnment will follow at the San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Military Honors will be performed by the DAV Chapter 3. A Memorial Rosary will be recited on Sunday evening, 7:30 p.m., at the Salazar & Sons Mortuary. The family will be gathering at 1616 Atrisco SW. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Thornton -- Frank Thornton went home to his Lord, November 19, 1999, at age 86 1/2. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Gwendolene. He had three daughters, Vena Haller and husband, Raymond of Grand Junction, CO, Helen Holt and husband, Bud of Los Lunas, and Mary Higgins of Albuquerque. He had loving grandchildren, Chris Holt of Las Cruces, Bonnie Hausknecht and husband, Bruce of Colorado Springs, CO, Randy Holt and wife, Sharon of Albuquerque, Lonnie Hanzon of Denver, CO, Becky Noll and husband, Michael of Draper, UT, Shari Shaver of Los Lunas, Scott Holt and wife, Terri of Los Lunas, Jean Quintana and husband, John of Rio Rancho, and Charlotte Higgins of Hastings, NE; 13 great-grandchildren; his sister, Doris Floyd of Lake Havasu, AZ; three nieces and two nephews. Other loved ones are Larry Hanson, Bruce Higgins and Rick Shaver, and many, many friends. Frank loved his church and taught Sunday School to 5th and 6th grades for over 50 years. He sang in the choir and blessed the world with many solos. He served the Lord many years as a layleader. Visitation will be Monday, 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., at Strong-Thorne Mortuary. Funeral services will be Tuesday, 10:00 a.m., at St. Andrew's United Methodist Church, with Rev. Sandy Burley officiating. Burial will follow at Fairview Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be given to Gideons or St. Andrew's United Methodist Church. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, are in charge of arrangements.
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Vigil -- Carmel R. Vigil Sr., 78, beloved and devoted father, grandfather and brother, was called home to be with the Lord, Friday, November 19, 1888. Mr. Vigil was born on July 16, 1921 to the late Manuel and Teresa Vigil; he was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church; and the owner and operator of the CRV Grocery Store. He was preceded in death by two daughters, Mary Theresa Vigil and Nancy Yvonne Vigil; one brother, Herman Vigil; and one sister, Oralia Sanchez. He is survived by his loving children, Rita Phifer and husband, Donald of El Paso, TX, Sylvia Thompson and husband, Donald of Albuquerque, Carmel Vigil Jr. and wife, Joyce of Portland, OR, Linda Montoya and husband, Reyes of Albuquerque, Victor Vigil and wife, Rosemarie of Rio Rancho, Abrian Vigil, Juliana Bledsoe and husband, Jim, Janet Serna and husband, Pablo, and Jacqueline Whitlatch and husband, Jim, all of Albuquerque; 22 grandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are his sisters and brothers, Isabel Barros and husband, John, Lena Baca and husband, Tito, Erlinda Sanchez and husband, Rudy, Theresa Segura, Leonardo Vigil and wife, Bernice, Jenny Sanchez and Dodi Aragon and husband, Ted. He will be greatly missed by his loving family. 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 an evening service will be conducted this evening at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, 10:00 a.m., at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Casket bearers will be Donald Phifer, Donald Thompson, Reyes Montoya, Jim Bledsoe, Pablo Serna and Jim Whitlatch. Funeral services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW, 243-5222.
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Vodian -- Jacqueline Joy Shipman Vodian, 56, a resident of Albuquerque since 1974, died Tuesday, November 16, 1999. Jacqueline is survived by her husband of 30 years, Ronald H. Vodian; daughter, Nicole L. Vodian; and four beloved cats. Mrs. Vodian was preceded in death by her father, Sherman Shipman; and her mother, Aileen Watson Shipman. She was born in Fresno, CA. Having received her BA at the University of New Mexico and her MA at the University of Colorado, she worked for nine years at the University of New Mexico as a guidance counselor, and most recently as a Licensed Professional Counselor. Jacqueline was past president of the New Mexico Symphony Orchestra Guild, a member of the Albuquerque Junior League, a member of the Santa Fe Opera Guild, and a volunteer for Casa Angelica. She will always be remembered for her love of family, friends, animals, music and beauty. A memorial service will be held Sunday, 3:00 p.m., at the University of New Mexico Alumni Chapel with Reverend Kathryn Newman officiating. Should friends desire, memorial contributions are being accepted by the Albuquerque Community Foundation, P.O. Box 36960, Albuquerque, 87176 to establish the Jacqueline Shipman Vodian Fund for Breast Cancer Research. 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
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Zavala -- The families of Javier Zavala and Guadalupe Andazola-Castillo 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 Jose Hernandez, St. Edwins Catholic Church, Celebrant of the Mass, to Deacon J.O. Luna and Mr. Jose Cisneros for reciting the Rosary, and to the pallbearers. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW in charge of the arrangements.
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Zubia -- Paula Pauline Zubia, 87, a lifetime resident of Albuquerque, died November 18, 1999. She is survived by her sons, Robert Zubia and wife, Edna and Alvino Zubia and wife, Erin; daughters, Helen Gutierrez, Tina Montoya, Carmen Chavez and husband, Eddie, and Consuelo Swan and husband, Manuel; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; sister, Mary Baca; brother, Joe Ortega and wife, Clara; and family and friends who loved and will miss her. A special thanks to Presbyterian Hospice staff and special nieces, Letesia Baca and Connie Lujan. Services will be held at Living Water Church, 7002 Acoma SE, with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 22, 1999, funeral at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, and burial following at Fairview Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Tony Gutierrez, Paul Montoya, Richard Zubia, Anthony Chavez, Igancio Lujan, and Carlos Swan. Honorary pallbearers will be Mario Gomez and Gabriel Zubia. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW, 343-8008. 
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