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Acers -- Nadine Bradley Raines Acers, 74, a resident of Albuquerque since 1952, died Tuesday, December 14, 1999. She is survived by her husband, Gary Acers; children, Charles Bradley and wife, Mary Ann and Debbie Strahlendorf and husband, Roy, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Jennifer Zimmer and husband, Erik, Michel McIntyre and husband, Dan, Beth Bradley, Sarah Hamblett and husband, Jonathan, Justin Strahlendorf and Brad Strahlendorf; four great-granddaughters; and sister, Juanita Kirksey of Bolivar, MO. She was preceded in death by her husbands, T.O. Bradley in 1983 and G.M. (Bud) Raines in 1989. Mrs. Acers was born in Pineville, MO on March 10, 1925. She was a member of the Daughters of the Nile and the Eastern Star. Services will be held Friday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Pastor Gerry Lightwine officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE."For God so loved the world, that he gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Berry -- AJ"Jay" Berry, a resident of Albuquerque since 1973, died Tuesday, December 1999. He is survived by his son, Tim Berry and wife, Tammi; daughters, Kathy Hill and husband, Jim and Melinda Lopez and husband, Eddie, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Tom Ficklin and wife, Tiffany, Scott Ficklin and wife, Jodie, Aaron, Lucas, and Emily Lopez, Kyle, Kevin, and Korey Berry; great-grandson, Keegun Ficklin; sister, Lois Young of Arizona. He was preceded in death by his wife, Patsy, in July of 1998. Mr. Berry served during WWII as a Naval Flight Instructor. He retired in 1983 after 32 years with Exxon Corporation. Services will be held Friday, 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, 12:00 noon until time of service.
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Bush -- Georgia Bush, 84, a resident of Albuquerque since 1934, died Tuesday, December 14, 1999. She is survived by her brothers, Archie Boren of Las Cruces and Sam Boren and wife, Emily of Albuquerque; and seven nieces and nephews. Mrs. Bush was preceded in death by her husband, Baron Bush. Graveside services will be held Friday, 10:30 a.m., at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, with Rev. Lemuel M. Boyles officiating. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Thursday, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
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Clark -- William"Bill" Clark, 84, passed away December 13, 1999. He was born in Illinois and had lived in New Mexico since 1962 and employed in construction and carpentry. He is survived by his wife, Vivian Clark; children, William Clark Jr. and wife, Sue, Larry Clark, Linda Clark-Dykes and husband, Perry, Randy Clark; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; three sisters, Mildred Kiser, Mary Sanders, Sarah Scuteri; brother, Dudley Clark; numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends who loved and will miss him. Services will be held at Mt. Calvary Cemetery Chapel at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, December 17, 1999, with burial following. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107, 343-8008.
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Comingo -- James Mitchell Comingo, age 78, died Tuesday. He was preceded in death by his son, Ricky, in 1994. He is survived by his wife, Su Chen Comingo; sons, James Haley of Harrodsburg, KY, George Comingo of Bangor, MA; daughter, Sharon Proulx of Brewer, MA; sister, Rosemary Stevenson of Seattle, WA; niece, Jennifer Stevenson of Seattle, WA. A 31 year veteran, serving in the USAF during Korea and Vietnam and the US Army in WWII, retiring as a Senior Master Sergeant. A member of American Legion Post 49, Life member VFW Harrodsburg, KY, Ballut Abyad Temple of the Shrine, member of Szecwan Blue Lodge #4 Taipei Taiwan, and 32nd degree Scottish Rite Valley of Taipei Orient of Taiwan, China. Services will be held 10:00 a.m., Saturday, in the Chapel of Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, with Rev. Gerald White officiating. Following cremation, interment will be Monday at 3:00 p.m. in the Santa Fe National Cemetery with Military Honors. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, are in charge of arrangements.
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Cummings -- Mary W. Cummings, 85, a resident of Albuquerque since 1952, died Monday, December 13, 1999. She is survived by her son, John C. Cummings, Jr. and wife, Ellen; daughter, Patricia Gay; grandsons, Bob Gay and wife, Sharon, Tom Gay, Jim Gay, Bill Gay and wife, Sheryl, all of Albuquerque, Brian Cummings and wife, Rebecca of Seattle, WA and Scott Cummings and wife, Nicole of Pueblo, CO; great-granddaughters, Lexie Millsap, Ashley Gay, Rennae Gay and Samantha Cummings; great-grandsons, Tyson Gay, Chase Gay, Skyler Gay and Dillon Gay; and sister, Margaret Congdon of East Lyme, CT. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of the Annunciation Church, 2532 Vermont NE, with Rev. Ronald Bruckner, Celebrant. Interment will take place at 12:30 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimers Association, 1330 San Pedro NE, Suite 205, 87110. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Doyle -- Raymond Francis Doyle Jr., born in Holyoke, Massachusetts, a resident of Belen, passed away on Wednesday, December 15, 1999. Raymond peacefully passed away at his him surrounded by his loving family and friends. He was a veteran of the United States Army and served in the Korean War. Raymond also served as a member of the Valencia County Sheriffs Reserves, and was a member of the DAV and PVA. Raymond is survived by his loving wife of 19 years, Deborah; his five children, Raymond III and his wife, Joan of Connecticut, Kathleen of Ohio, Stephen and his wife, Denise of Los Lunas, Patrick and his wife, Lesley of Las Cruces, Erin and her husband, Matthew of Belen; five grandchildren, Ashley, Shannon, Mariah, Sean and Matthew Ray. Raymond is also survived by his brothers, Phillip Doyle and family of Massachusetts, Lou Quimette and family of California; and a lifelong friend, Gene Bezzeg of Belen. He will be dearly missed by all. A Memorial service will be held on Friday, 10:00 a.m., at Romero Funeral Home. Interment will follow in the Santa Fe National Cemetery in Santa Fe. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.
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Entsminger -- Faye B. Entsminger, 95, a resident of Albuquerque since 1963, died Tuesday, December 14, 1999. She is survived by her grandson, Kenneth R. Clair and wife, Connie of Bernalillo; great-grandson, Timothy R. Clair and wife, Theresa of Florida; great-granddaughter, Catherine"Cassie" Boning and husband, Brett of Albuquerque; great-great-granddaughter, Caitlin M. Boning of Albuquerque; many other family members; and many dear friends from the First Baptist Church of Alameda Sunday School Class. Mrs. Entsminger was preceded in death by her husband, Virgil Entsminger; daughter, Vera Clair; and great-grandson, Jonathan Paul Clair. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Bernalillo. Services will be held Friday, 2:00 p.m., at First Baptist Church, 800 Camino del Pueblo, Bernalillo, NM, with Pastor Kenneth R. Clair officiating. Entombment will follow at Vista Verde Mausoleum, Rio Rancho. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Thursday, 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
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Franich -- Thomas John Franich Jr., age 68, born September 16, 1931, died December 14, 1999. He is survived by three sons, Ronald L., Buddy U. and Michael D. Franich; father, Thomas John Franich Sr.; one sister; and four brothers. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Friday, December 17, 1999, 10:00 a.m., at Church of the Ascension, 2150 Raymac SW, with Father Edmond Savilla as Celebrant. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Hawkins -- Edmond Harold Hawkins Sr. 71, a resident of Rio Rancho, died Thursday, December 9, 1999. He is survived by his wife, M.Delle of Rio Rancho; children, Edmond Hawkins Jr., Twila Morris, Andria Gamble, Patricia Hawkins, Carlotta Walton and Gilda Cooper; 16 grandchildren, including special granddaughter, Deborah Gibson; four great-grandchildren, including special great-granddaughter, Kayla Gibson; brothers, Rev. James Hawkins and Raybon Hawkins; sisters, Dr. Vivian Robinson and Marjorie Small; a host of family and friends; and special cousin, Rev. J.D. Felker. Mr. Hawkins was a member of Phillips Chapel CME Church and served his country for over 21 years in the U.S. Army. He was Worshipful Master of the Vision Lodge (U.D.P.H.A.) of Rio Rancho and Treasurer of Luxor Temple Shrine #202. Services will be held Thursday, December 16 at 10:00 a.m. at Phillips Chapel-C.M.E., 1401 Edith Blvd. SE with Rev. William Dorn and Rev. J.D. Felker officiating. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Kindler -- Ensign Blaine Ryan Kindler, USN, died suddenly Saturday morning, December 11, 1999, in Newport, Rhode Island. Blaine was born January 25, 1977 in Omak, Washington, but grew up in Albuquerque. In 1995, Blaine graduated from Eldorado High School with honors. Blaine had a love for the outdoors, playing football and spending time with family and friends. He was an Eagle Scout from Troop 409, member of John XXIII Catholic Community Church, a member of the National Honor Society, Youth and Government and played football at Eldorado. He received many football honors while he played for Bell Gentry's Eagles. He was a"99 graduate from the United States Naval Academy with a degree in Ocean Engineering. While playing for the Midshipmen, Blaine played in the 1996 Aloha Bow. During his senior season Blaine was chosen as a pre-season Hula Bowl selection and was an All East candidate. Surviving Blaine are his parents, Don and Archie, of Albuquerque; his sister, Amanda Trout of Las Cruces; and his brother, 1st Lt. Jess Kindler of Fairbanks, Alaska. He also leaves a brother-in-law, Tom Trout and nephew, Coby and his maternal grandmother, Dorothy McLaughlin of Silver City, NM. He leaves behind numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Serving as pallbearers: Eric Brown, Craig Zellner, DJ Holmes, Travis Kerby, Terry Fuentes, Brian Mulvey, Steve Masse, Mike Wahle, ENS Mark Mill, ENS Keith Mier, ENS Greg Adams, ENS Ash Sawyer, ENS Ian Brown, 2nd Lt. Eddie Hinman, and Justin Hess. Serving as honorary pallbearers: Ron Brown, Gary Mier, Todd Spencer, Bill Gentry, Capt. Bill Adams (USN RET.), ENS Dee Ruley, Jay Jordan (LTC Air Force Ret.), Dan Holmes, Dale Stahl, Roe Benner, Mike Dalton, Jeff Hoff, Pat Hale, Stan Hafenfeld, Sam Maggard, Dale Lay, Matt Lay, Don Kerby, Chris Wahle, Russell Goff, ENS Jeff Sanchez, Capt. Mac Hinman (USN, Retired) and other members of the 1997 and 1998 Navy Football team. A Rosary will be recited on Thursday, December 19 at 7:00 p.m. at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Funeral services are scheduled for Saturday, December 18, 1999, 1:30 p.m., at John XXIII Catholic Community Church, 4831 Tramway Ridge Road NE, with Father Arkad Biczak, Celebrant. Interment will be in La Veta, Colorado on Sunday, December 19, 1999. A scholarship endowment will be established in Blaine's name and administered by the Albuquerque Community Foundation, P.O. Box 36960, Albuquerque, NM 87176, attn: Nancy Johnson. Please come and join our family in a celebration of this great man's life. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Madrid -- Funeral services for Mrs. Senaida Madrid will be held on Thursday at the St. Anne Catholic Church, where the Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 a.m. by Fr. Tom Mayefske. Burial will follow at the San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Marek -- Richard G. Marek, 79, a resident of New Mexico since 1938 and of Albuquerque since 1983, died Saturday, December 11, 1999. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Temperance Marek of the family home; son, Dr. Richard Marek, Jr. and wife, Aurelia of Albuquerque; daughters, Judith L. Morris and husband, David of Port Angeles, WA, Jo Ann Hanson and husband, Paul of Sierra Madre, CA, Jane M. Tulley and husband, Gerry of Glencoe, NM and Jeanette E. Scott and husband, Ronnie of Loving, NM; grandchildren, Thais Marek, Trent Marek, Carolyn Wise and husband, Danny, Erin Kaui and husband, Randy, Darrell Hanson and wife, Sonali, Travis Hanson, Mackey Tulley, Malaika Tully, Pecos Davis and wife, Rebecca, Megan Davis, Chezie Davis, Kelsey Davis, Silas Sims, Hannah Sims, Tabitha Sims and Jesse Sims; mother, Anna Marek of Berwyn, IL; sister, Gwendolyn Devcich of Waukegan, IL; and eight great-grandchildren. He was a distinguished alumni at New Mexico State University. Richard was a captain in the US Army during WWII and a recipient of two purple hearts. He retired as a County Extension Agent in Eddy County after 35 years of service. Richard also served as President of the National Association of County Agricultural Agents. He was active in the Elks Club Lodge #461, Master Gardeners and New Mexico Stewards Association. Memorial services will be held Saturday, December 18, 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Martha Anderson and Jim Ogden officiating. Private interment took place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Montoya -- Deacon Alfonso Montoya, a resident of Albuquerque, went to be with Our Lord on Tuesday, December 14, 1999. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Clorinda Saavedra Montoya; one son, Lawrence Mendoza and wife, Sandra of Albuquerque; three daughters, Cathy Castillo and Benny of Albuquerque, Eileen Garcia and husband, Ben of Los Alamos and Enedina Anabelle Miller and husband, Ben of Yorktown, VA; eight grandchildren, Brian Miller and wife, Heather, Senior Airman Jason Miller and wife, Felicia, Mark Zamora, Matthew and Nicholas Garcia, Clorinda Jo Torrez and husband, Gabriel, Lance Corporal Christopher Mendoza and Steven Mendoza; four great-grandchildren, Alex Miller, Dustin Miller, Dominik and Arianna Torrez; one brother, Orie Montoya and wife, Nellie; two sisters, Viola Ekdahl and husband, Bill and Genevieve Miller and husband, Robert; two sisters-in-law, Stella Giron and husband, Florian and Eloisa Montoya; one brother-in-law, Eliseo Saavedra and wife, Jennie; and several nieces, nephews and close friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jose and Octaviana Montoya and brothers, Alfred and Eugene Montoya. Deacon Montoya was born August 22, 1928 in Casa Colorada, New Mexico. He served in the U.S. Army and in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve. He retired as a Master Sergeant from the New Mexico Army National Guard after 40 years of military service. He received numerous personal decorations and unit citations. He was a life member of the American Legion and a Third Degree Member of the Knights of Columbus. He had worked for the NM State Fair Security for several years. He retired as a Civil Service employee after 35 years. He was presently employed by ADC Limited Security. Deacon Montoya was a member of Sacred Heart Church and ordained Deacon on May 19, 1979. He served as Deacon at Sacred Heart Church for 20 years. He was a member of La Fraternidad de Nuestro Padre Jesus de Nazareno in Veguita, New Mexico. Deacon Montoya and his wife had been foster parents for 41 years to numerous children. Rosary for Deacon Alfonso will be on Thursday, December 16, 7:00 p.m., at Sacred Heart Church, 412 Stover Ave. SW, with visitation beginning at 6:00 p.m. Archbishop Sheehan will celebrate Mass at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, December 17 at Sacred Heart Church. Burial will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Pallbearers will be his grandsons, Brian Alfonso Miller, Jason Randolph Miller, Mark Patrick Zamora, Christopher Lawrence Mendoza, Steven Robert Mendoza, Gabriel Martin Torrez, and two of his Godsons, Patrick Anthony Giron and Gary Michael Montoya. Honorary pallbearers will be Los Hermanos de la Fraternidad de Nuestro Padre Jesus Nazereno. The family would like to thank Dr. John Storey and his staff at the St. Joseph's Heart Hospital for all their professional care given to Deacon Montoya and their personal and courteous care given him and his family. A very special thanks to Father Moore of Sacred Heart Church for his spiritual care and guidance to Deacon Alfonso and his family. Deacons attending funeral services are asked to please vest. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Murphy -- Lois Loree Murphy, 75, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Monday, December 13, 1999. She is survived by her daughter, Sharon Mahoney and husband, Patrick of Denver, CO; sons, Gary Guynes, Bill Murphy, Joe Murphy and wife, Marianne, and Bob Murphy and wife, Betsy; grandchildren, Mary and Katie Mahoney of Denver, CO, Bryan and Hayley Murphy, Heather Guynes, Sean Murphy, all of Albuquerque; Matt Murphy; and great-grandchildren, Khali and Sheriah of Dallas, TX; sister, Gloria Coombs; and brother, Blayne Smith. She was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Emmett Murphy. Mrs. Murphy was the daughter of Julian and Mary Lou Smith. She attended St. Vincent's Girl's Academy and Albuquerque High School. She worked for Mountain Bell in the 1940's, then for Blue Cross Blue Shield in the 1970's. Lois loved her family, trips to Elephant Butte Lake, red chili enchiladas and her involvement with senior citizen activities. She was loved and will be missed by many. Services will be held Thursday, 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Rev. Patrick Mahoney officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Highland Senior Citizen Center, 131 Monroe NE, 87108. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Neudorff -- Marie Neudorff, a resident of Albuquerque, died Tuesday, December 14, 1999. She is survived by her sons, Colonel Ralph T. Churchill II and wife, Glenda of Roswell, GA and Jerry Churchill and wife, Theda of White Sulphur Springs, MT; step-daughter, Martha Brown and husband, Ralph of Albuquerque; five grandchildren; brother, Thomas O. Meeks; and sister, Katherine Bisbee, both of Albuquerque. Memorial services will be held Friday, 2:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Rev. John B. Wild officiating.
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Nunez -- Mr. Richard H. Nunez"Cato" died Tuesday in Albuquerque at the age of 73. Mr. Nunez was a member of the Catholic Church. He was a veteran of World War II and a life member of the DAV Chapter 3. Mr. Nunez is survived by his wife, Stella Nunez; sons, Frank Nunez and wife, Irene, Steve Nunez, Pete Nunez and wife, Marlene, and John Nunez; daughter, Hope Nunez; sisters, Lupe Nunez and Rose Nunez and husband, Antonio; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services for Mr. Nunez will be held on Friday at the St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 12:30 p.m. Military Honors will be provided by the DAV Chapter 3. Pallbearers will be Marlo Nunez-Kinzy, Misty Nunez, Charmaine Regensberg, Gabriel Nunez, Jessica Nunez, and Nichole Nunez. Honorary pallbearer will be Johnny Nunez. A Rosary for Mr. Nunez will be recited on Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. with visitation beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the St. Francis Church. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Phillips -- Sandra Rose Phillips died Saturday, December 11, 1999 at the age of 51. Sandra was preceded in death by her mother, Audie Hazel Samples Phillips. She is survived by her housemate, Lew Campbell; guardian, Kathy Abeyta of ARC New Mexico; home manager, Loretta Hinton; and special family and friends of the Adelante Development Center. She was formerly at the Los Lunas Hospital and Training School. Our Angel Sandra Rose will be missed by many. Memorial services will be offciated by Brother Fabian Gagnon at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, December 16, 1999 at the Salazar & sons Mortuary Chapel, 400 Third St. SW.
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Pike -- Edith Helen Gault Hillerby Pike, 90, an Albuquerque resident for 2 1/2 years, passed away Saturday, December 11, 1999. Mrs. Pike was born on June 27, 1909 in Crawford City, Missouri to Florence Walls and Thomas Anderson. She married the love of her life, James Jacob Gault on September 15, 1928 in St. Louis, MO. Mr. Gault preceded her in death in 1952. Edith married Robert Hillerby in 1955. She and Mr. Hillerby lived in Albuquerque, Missouri, and Arizona. They were both active in the Southern Baptist Church, as well as the Masons. She served in many positions with the Eastern Star. Mr. Hillerby preceded her in death. Edith later married Richard Pike and they lived in Oklahoma until his death. She is survived by sons, Richard Gault and wife, Evelyn of Albuquerque, Robert Gault and wife, Sheila of San Jose, CA; daughter, Deloris Halling and husband, Gene of Clearfield, UT; son-in-law, Lloyd Walston of Kansas; ten grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. In addition to her three husbands, Mrs. Pike was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Oscar; sisters, Rosetta; and a daughter, Janice Walston. Graveside services were held at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 16, 1999, at Fairview Memorial Park, 700 Yale Blvd. SE. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Ranagan -- Alfred P. Ranagan, age 80, died Tuesday. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Sophie in February, 1983; and his son, Keith A. Ranagan in December, 1991. He is survived by his wife, Anne Ranagan; sons, Gary Ranagan of Castro Valley, CA, Mike Ranagan of Sandy, UT; step-children, Mark Lewis of Aztec, NM, Penny Belvin and husband, Mark of Rio Rancho; grandchildren, Shawn, Gary Jr., Holly, Tim, and Stephanie Ranagan, Michael and Jason Belvin; one great-grandchild. Mr. Ranagan was a member of Queen of Heaven Parish, American Legion Post 49, a veteran of WWII, and was retired from Sandia Base. Viewing will be begin 1:00 p.m., Thursday. The Rosary will be recited 7:00 p.m., Thursday, in the Chapel of Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10:00 a.m., Friday, in Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, are in charge of arrangements.
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Ream -- Eloise Ream, 89, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away Monday, December 13, 1999, after a sudden illness. Mrs. Ream came to Albuquerque in 1916, along with her mother, sisters and brother. She attended St. Vincents Academy for Girls and also Albuquerque High School, where she graduated in 1929, having served as May Queen that same year. In the 1950's, she was a secretary for the State Highway Department District Office, and in the 1970's, owned and operated the Fenton Lake Concessions in the Jemez Mountains. She resided in Jemez Springs during those winters and was active in her hobby of painting landscapes in oil. Mrs. Ream was preceded in death by her first husband of 50 years, Elmo Reynolds; her second husband, Glenn O. Ream; and her oldest daughter, Gail. She is survived by her daughters, Nancy Reynolds of Albuquerque and Ann Gonzales of Las Vegas, NV; her son, Stephen Reynolds of Talkeetna, AK; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Cremation has taken place, and by her wishes, there will be no funeral services and her cremains will be scattered in the Valle Grande of the Jemez Mountains. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Sandoval -- Lupita (Pita) Sandoval, born December 16, 1924, daughter of Celso and Carolina Griego, went to be with the Lord, December 14, 1999. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Jose Sandoval; her four children and their spouses, Sammy and wife, Denise Sandoval, JoAnn and husband, David Tijerina, Albert and wife, Maggi Sandoval, and Cindy and husband, Walter Candelaria; grandchildren, Justina Tijerina, Tanya Sandoval, Daniel and wife, Cayce Gonzales, and great-grandson, Isaiah, Jennifer Gonzales, and Sara and Stacey Sandoval. She is also survived by six brothers and three sisters. Viewing will be held on Thursday, December 16, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., and will be followed by the Rosary, which will be recited by Dee Griego, her sister-in-law, at the Salazar & Sons Mortuary. Funeral services will be held at Exalting Jesus Fellowship Church, 436 Pennsylvania, where she was a loved member, on Friday, December 17 at 1:30 p.m. with Pastor Don Gordon. Pallbearers will be her sons, Sammy and Albert Sandoval, sons-in-law, David Tijerina and Walter Candelaria, grandson, Daniel Gonzales, and nephew, Freddy Griego. Burial will be at Mt. Calvary following services. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Smith -- Charles L."Pop's" Smith, 83, a resident of Albuquerque since September of 1999, died Tuesday, December 14, 1999 at home. Charles was preceded in death by his wife, Molly, in 1988; and daughter, Sybil, in 1975. He is survived by his children, Bonnie Kerr and husband, Mark of Albuquerque, Gary Smith and wife, Kay of Kingston, TN and Barbara Dunn of Broomfield, CO; ten grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and brother, John Smith of Talent, OR. Charles was born in Lamar, CO in 1916 and spent the better part of his life in various parts of Colorado. His roots and best friends are in Brush, CO. He leaves behind many good people there who will miss him, especially his poker buddies. Charles loved to garden, shoot trap and skeet, fish and take drives in the countryside. We will miss you dearly Pop's. HAPPY TRAILS. Private disposition will take place. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Sandia Hospice, 4725 Indian School Rd., Suite 100, 87110. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Smith -- Christopher Robin Smith, 27, passed away Tuesday morning, December 14, 1999. He fought cancer for 22 years. He was the bravest man we have ever known, and we are better for having known him. Christopher is survived by his parents, Charles R. and Debbie Smith of Albuquerque; sister, Tracy Smith of Albuquerque; grandmother, Theresa Smith of Edgewood and Melba Wolfe of Indiana; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Memorial services will be held Thursday, December 16, 1999, 3:00 p.m., at Hillcrest Funeral Home. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE 265-5959
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Smith -- Juanita C. Smith, age 92, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, and member of Queen of Heaven Church, went to be with the Lord on December 11, 1999. She is survived by her grandchildren, Donald R. Smith and wife, Donna and family, Tina C. Cordova and husband, Edward; and great-granddaughter, Sidra L. Cordova, all of Albuquerque; and many other caring nieces, nephews and friends. Memorial services will be held at Queen of Heaven Church, December 16 at 1:00 p.m. We love you, we will miss you, and will always remember how special you were to us. God Bless you. Love, Donald and Tina
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Ware -- The family of Marjorie Grace (Perkins) wishes to express their gratitude for the kind expressions of sympathy during their time of need. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Willcutt -- Roland James Willcutt, born September 3, 1951, died Sunday, December 12, 1999 at the age of 49. A lifetime resident of Albuquerque, he was a lifetime member of Iron Workers Local 495 and a member of St. Anne's Parish. He is survived by his father, Jim Willcutt and wife, Maria; son, Robert and wife, Mona; daughters, Monica and Michelle; two grandchildren, Camille and Ryan. A Rosary will be conducted at St. Anne's Parish, 7:00 p.m. Thursday, December 16, 1999. A Mass will be at St. Anne's Catholic Church on Friday, September 17 at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, you may make donations to St. Anne's Parish, 1400 Arenal Rd. SE, 87105
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Witiuk -- Stephan Witiuk, 76, a resident of Albuquerque since 1964, went into the arms of our Lord on Wednesday, December 15, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Doris; two daughters, Christine Chavez and husband, Clifford and Sandra Ulibarri and husband, William, all of Belen; two sons, Michael Witiuk and wife, Dawn and John Witiuk and wife, Nicolle, all of Albuquerque; 11 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; one brother, John Witiuk; two sisters, Olga Witiuk and Helen Witiuk; two sisters-in-law, Anne Marie Witiuk and Theresa Witiuk; special nephew, Larry Levine; and many other nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his son, Stephan; two brothers, George and Walter. Mr. Witiuk was born in Newark, NJ. He was a U.S. Army veteran of WWII, proudly serving in the Corps of Engineers in the European Theater. Mr. Witiuk, a disabled veteran, was a member of V.F.W. Post 401. He retired from General Electric in 1985. Rosary will be recited Friday, 6:45 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Father Paul Baca reciting. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, 10:00 a.m., at Gate of Heaven Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, 7500 Paseo del Norte NE, with Father Paul Baca, Celebrant. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Thursday, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., and also Friday, 2:00 p.m. until time of Rosary.
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