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Beserra -- Frank Beserra, 76, beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, brother-in-law, and uncle went home to rest in the heavens Sunday, November 28, 1999. He was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, retired from the State of New Mexico and worked with the Albuquerque Fire Department. Memorial Services will be held at Sacred Hearth Catholic Church, 412 Stover Ave NW at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 30, 1999. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. 505-343-8008.
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Bullington -- Eric Vincent Bullington, 24, died November 27, 1999 in Boulder, CO. He was born September 22, 1975 in Albuquerque, NM to Thomas and Darlene Bullington. Eric graduated from Niwot High School in 1994 and then attended Eastern New Mexico State University in Portales, majoring in computer science. His hobbies included music and computers, which were his career direction as well. While attending high school in Albuquerque, NM and while attending Niwot High School, Eric was on their track teams. Eric was preceded in death by an infant sister, Sarah Bullington in 1974. He is survived by his wife, Sarah from Louisville; father, Thomas Bullington from Boulder; step-mother, Christine Bullington; mother, Darlene Milligan of New Mexico and step-father, Lou Bartels of New Mexico; brothers, Raymond Bullington, Las Cruces, NM and Charles Nelson of Austin, TX; sister, Chandelle Bullington of Everett, WA; step-brother, Christopher Rakes of Boulder; grandmother, Marvis Milligan of Ft. Worth, TX. Visitation will be Tuesday, November 30, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. at Howe Mortuary, 2121 11th St. in Boulder, CO. Funeral Services will be Wednesday at 10:00 a.m., also at Howe Mortuary. Interment will be in Green Mountain Cemetery in Boulder, CO.
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Cillessen -- George Henry Cillessen, Sr., 73, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Saturday, November 27, 1999. He is survived by his son, Butch Cillessen and wife, Margie of Albuquerque; daughter, Charlotte"Susie" Cape and husband, Dave of Bosque Farms; son, Billy Joseph Cillessen and wife, Patti of Flora Vista, NM; daughter, Laura Marie Johnson and husband, Earl of Bosque Farms; 13 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and special thanks to Shirley. Mr. Cillessen was preceded in death by his wife, Rilla Marie Cillessen in 1997. He was President and Owner of George H. Cillessen Contractor, Inc. Services are pending. Pallbearers will be George Cillessen III, Brian Cillessen, Jeff Cillessen, Dale Buser, Jr. Jeremiah Cillessen and Michael Cillessen. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Tuesday, 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
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Clibon -- Helen L. Clibon, 64, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, died on Thursday, November 25, 1999. She is survived by her husband, Gene Clibon of the family home; sons, Steve Shope and wife, Anne, and Tony Clibon and wife, Missy, all of Albuquerque; daughters, Judy Shope of Anthony, TX and Danielle Clibon and Betty Clayton and husband, Rick, all of Albuquerque; two sisters, Ruth Shope of Aztec and Bernice Simons of Albuquerque; three brothers, Bill Nelson of T or C, Joe Nelson of Tucson, AZ and James Nelson of Albuquerque; seven grandchildren, Kem Shope, Stephanie Shope, Will Clayton, Jenifer Clayton, Joetta Paul, Sarah Stevens, and Melinda Clibon; and great-granddaughter, Shelby McDaniel. Mrs. Clibon was born in Claunch, NM and moved to Albuquerque as a small child. She was a loving daughter, sister, wife, mother and grandmother. Graveside Services will be held Monday, 12:00 noon at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. Pallbearers will be Steve Shope, Rick Clayton, Will Clayton, Tony Clibon, Tom Blaine and Jeff Clibon. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd NE.
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Crespin -- Virginia M. Crespin, 63, beloved and devoted wife, mother, daughter and grandmother was called home to be with the Lord Thursday, November 25, 1999. Mrs. Crespin was a parishioner of San Ignacio Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her mother, Stella Gutierrez; and sister, Ruby Gutierrez. She is survived by her loving husband, Ernest Crespin of the family home; her loving children, Linda Aragon and husband, Antonio, Christina Dauber and husband, Rick, Franzella Sedillo and husband, Richard, Veronica McWhirter and husband, Thomas, and Ernest Crespin Jr. and wife, Susan; her father, Florival Gutierrez; 12 grandchildren; one great-grandchild. Also surviving are six brothers, Leonardo Gutierrez, Benjamin Gutierrez, Ray Gutierrez, Bonitacio Gutierrez, Ofiniano Gutierrez and Anthony Gutierrez; eight sisters, Florence O'Leary, Jessie Marrijo, Annie Sanchez, Christine Montoya, Lisa Romero, Gloria Otero, RoseAnn Evans, Rita Gutierrez; and many nieces and nephews. She will be greatly missed by her loving family. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated today at 10:00 a.m. at San Ignacio Catholic Church. Casket bearers will be Rick Dauber, Richard Sedillo, Thomas McWhirter, Antonio Aragon, Jeremy Sedillo and Manuel McWhirter. Funeral Services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. S.W. Garcia In Loving Memory Priscilla F. Pena-Garcia 11-29-50 To 4-23-90 Celebrating The First Day In The Journey Of Her Life. God Saw She Was Very Tired And The Cure Was Not To Be. He Put His Arms Around Her And Gently Whispered,"Come With Me."With Tearful Eyes We All Watched Her Suffer And Saw Her Slowly Fade Away. Althought We Couldn't Bear To Loose Her We Could Not Bid Her Stay.Her Golden Heart Stopped Beating, Gentle Hands Were Laid To Rest; God Broke All Our Hearts To Prove To Us He Only Takes The Best.We Miss You More Than You Probably Already Know. Your Children, Theresa Nadine, Jessica Louise And Steven Abel (Jeff)
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Johnson -- Kelly Jean Johnson, age 28, born on April 23, 1971 in Albuquerque, passed away on Thanksgiving night, November 25, 1999. She is survived by her two beautiful daughters, Kaila Renae Esparza, age 5 years and Krista Maree Esparza, age 9 month. She is also survived by her mother, Irene Marietta of Crownpoint, NM; father, Levi Johnson, Sr. and wife, Doneen of Locust Grove, OK; one sister, Christine Sanchez and husband, Frank; their daughters, Savannah"Sissy" and Cheyenne"CheyChey baby" Sanchez; her three brothers, Kevin Johnson, Levi Johnson, and Lucas Johnson, all of Albuquerque; grandmothers, Louise Harper of Albuquerque, Mary Jane Trujillo of Ojo Encino, NM and Melinda Chuculate of Stillwell, OK; aunts, Mary Louise Askins and Elsie White Elk of Albuquerque; one cousin, Paul Askins and wife, Karen of Grand Round, OR; many numerous aunts, uncles and cousins from New Mexico, Arizona, and Oklahoma. Rosary will be recited Monday, 5:30 p.m. at French Mortuary-University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE. Funeral Services are pending. Interment will be at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Kevin Johnson, Levi Johnson, Frank Sanchez, Paul Askins, Jesse Sanchez, and Darwin Dan. Honorary pallbearers will be Vinnie Lucereo and R.J. Arthur. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Monday from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
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Knowlton -- Marcelle Knowlton, 80, a resident of Albuquerque for 65 years, died Thursday, November 25, 1999 in Hillsboro, OR. She is survived by her son, James E. Knowlton, Jr. and wife, Sharon of Aloha, OR; son, Steven O. Knowlton and wife, Margie of Oklahoma; brother, James Harold Bottorff of Dallas, TX; four grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Services will be held Wednesday, 2:00 p.m. at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, 924 Menaul NE, with Pastor Aubrey F. Helbert officiating. Entombment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Kozlowski -- John"Johnnie" Kozlowski, 70, a lifetime resident of Albuquerque died Monday, November 22, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Elaine of Albuquerque; son, John of Albuquerque; daughters, Theresa Keyes and Julie Kozlowski, both of Albuquerque; brothers, Martin Kozlowski, Joseph Kozlowski and wife, Chris, William Kozlowski and wife, Alice of Albuquerque; sister, Rosemary Sanchez and husband, Jesus of Peralta, NM; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. Mr. Kozlowski retired in 1983 from PNM after 30 years of service. He loved many sports, and was an avid golfer. Services will be held Monday, 10:00 a.m., November 29, 1999, at Calvary Temple, 5331 Montano Road NW, with Pastor Mike Dickenson officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Martin Kozlowski, Don Kozlowski, Joey Kozlowski, Dick Kozlowski, Charles Sanchez and Ben Miramon. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd NE Sunday, November 28, 1999 from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Maestas -- Jacobo"Jake" Maestas, 72, passed away November 27, 1999. He was born and raised in Taos, NM, was a longtime resident of Albuquerque, retired from Duke City Lumber Company, and was a member of Alameda Bible Church. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Nettie Maestas; four daughters, Pamala Montoya, Kathleen Dodd and husband, Ken, Linda Malone and husband, Don, and Valerie Sanchez and husband, Glenn; son, Cliff Maestas and wife, Nancy; eight grandchildren; and one great-grandchild; brothers, Ben, Florimel, and Tom; sisters, Viola, Corina, and Emily; and numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends who loved and will miss him. Services will be held at Alameda Bible Church, 220 El Pueblo NW on Tuesday, November 30, 1999 with viewing at 8:45 a.m. and Funeral at 10:00 a.m. with Pastor Malcolm Bicker officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW. 505-343-8008.
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Martinez -- Funeral Services for Mr. Richard"Ricky" Martinez will be held on Monday at the San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Mcgillan -- Edward Thomas"Mac" McGillan, 87, a resident of Albuquerque since 1946, died Wednesday, November 24, 1999. He is survived by his daughters, Marcia Hulick and husband, Jim of Houston, TX and Jeanne Brummell and husband, Gig of Albuquerque; and grandchildren, David Cummings, Scott Cummings and wife, Gretchen, Clint Cummings, Craig Brummell and wife, Marta and Linley Daly and husband, Michael. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth"Terry" McGillan."Mac" was known to have never met a stranger. Memorial Rosary will be recited Monday, 7:30 p.m. at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University NE. Memorial Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Annunication Catholic Church, 2532 Vermont NE, with Father Stephen Schultz, Celebrant. Private family interment will take place at Gate of Heaven Mausoleum. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Good Shepherd Center, Care for the Homeless, 218 Iron St. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE
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Montano -- A Mass of Christian Burial for Frank G. Montaño will be celebrated this morning, November 29, 1999, 10:30 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Rio Rancho. Interment to follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Robert Montano, Paul Montano, Chris Montano, Michael Montano, Kirk Montano, Mark Montano, Arron Gonzalez, Ernesto Ford. Services to be entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th St NW, Gary F. Santillanes C.F.S.P.
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Sanchez -- Joe M. Sanchez July 18, 1920 November 29, 1989-November 29, 1999The greatest gift I ever had came from God, I called him Dad.It is true only the good die young. At least you are in Heaven, happy and healthy, taking care of my Chubby.I wish God would of left you on Earth longer so my children would of known what a great man you were and what a wonderful Grandfather you would of been to them.I'm so sad they missed out on the opportunity of a lifetime, never knowing what a wonderful and kind person you were. You were the best Dad, ever!Love you forever, Roseanne
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Sanders -- Local Albuquerque newscaster and radio personality for 40 years, Gordon E. Sanders died today of an extended illness. Gordon was the news director at KOB-TV from 1971-1979 and Editorialist at KGGM for several years. He ran for Mayor of Albuquerque in both 1981 and 1985. He was the Director of the Albuquerque Film Commission from 1985 to 1989. Mr. Sanders also hosted his own talk show on KZIA Radio for several years. He had been retired since 1994. Gordon Sanders was a man of many talents and interests. He authored a book on the famous Taos artist Oscar Burninghaus. He was an internationally recognized Wine Connoisseur, a stunt pilot and once was a celebrity chef at the Baron of Beef Restaurant in Old Town. Gordon's strong opinions touched the lives of many people who heard him. He was awarded Associated Press"Man of the Year" during the height of his broadcasting career. Gordon was a WWII vet and fought in nine major battles in the South Pacific. Gordon joins Barbara, his wife and professional partner of 25 years in death. He is survived by daughter Penny Sanders of Phoenix, AZ; son, Christopher Sanders of Medford, Oregon; step-sons, Richard and Clayton Rhys Wetherill; brothers, Jim and Calvin Sanders; sister, Sue Sanders; mother, Augusta Sanders. A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, December 1, at 4:00 p.m. at St. Marks-On-The-Mesa Episcopal Church. In lieu of cards and flowers contributions can be sent to the American Cancer Society. Sunrise Society is servicing the family of Mr. Sanders (891-8200)
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Schafer -- Virginia Schafer, 58, an Albuquerque resident since 1962, passed away peacefully at the family home November 25 after a long battle with breast cancer. She is survived by her husband, David R. Schafer; and their children and grandchildren who gave her great joy: Cynthia Schafer, MD and son, Michael Forslund of Greeley, CO, Steve and Angie Schafer and children, Rachel and Kevin of Albuquerque; Tom and Teri Schafer and children Aimee, Kyle, Nathan, Nicholas, and David of Tijeras, NM, Chris and Erin Schafer and children, Meagen Rodriguez, Amber Rodriguez, and Joshua Rodriguez of Albuquerque and Phil and Diane Callow and children, JJ, Matt and Leah of Albuquerque; brother, Paul Martin of Lansing, MT. Virginia was preceded in death by her parents, Herman and Naomi Martin of Fowler, Michigan; and brother and sister, George and Jane Martin of Fowler and E. Lansing, Michigan. Virginia was owner and general manager of ABC Door Co. until her retirement in 1994. She loved the outdoors and was a Master Gardener. Virginia was a talented seamstress and active in the American Sewing Guild. An adventuresome person, she and her husband, David traveled extensively and enjoyed many outings in their RV. Virginia drew strength from her Living Through Cancer support group. The family will receive friends at French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd NE, 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 27, and from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. followed by a Rosary on Sunday, November 28. The Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 a.m. Monday, November 29 at John XXIII Catholic Community, 4831 Tramway Ridge NE. Interment will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family request contributions to People Living Through Cancer, 323 8th NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102 or Young Life, 12120 Copper NE, Albuquerque, NM 87123. Cancer drained life from her body but failed to rob her of her spirit. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Vallejos -- Faye C. Vallejos, 71, beloved and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, was called home to be with the Lord, Wednesday, November 24, 1999. Mrs. Vallejos was born in El Bosque, NM; a resident of Los Lunas; and a member of the Hosanna Assembly of God Church. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Charles P. Cave on June 6, 1991. She is survived by her loving husband of three years, Gilbert J. Vallejos of the family home; her loving children, Jim Cave and wife, Christine, Debra Chavez and husband, Cristobal, Donna Ortiz and Deana Gurule; step-children, Corrine Vallejos, Alvin Vallejos, Sylvia Sanchez and husband, Nick, and Jerry Vallejos; 22 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren. Also surviving is one sister, Barbartia Gurule and husband, Damacio; one brother, Joe Gonzales and wife, Lydia; numerous nieces, nephews, other family members, and a host of friends. She will be greatly missed by her loving family. Memorial services will be conducted Tuesday, 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Adrian Harper officiating in the chapel of Garcia Mortuary, located on the corner of 8th and Iron. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. At the family's request, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Hosanna Assembly of God Church, 2535 Park Lane Dr., Bosque Farms, NM 87068. Funeral services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW.
        Published on: Mon November 29, 1999

Vargas -- Funeral Services for Mr. Rey"Squinkie" Gilbert Vargas will be held on Tuesday at the St. Francis Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Mount Calvary Cemetery. A Rosary will be recited on Monday night at 7:00 p.m. at St. Francis. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW. .DMP
        Published on: Mon November 29, 1999